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usually not installed. For further information refer see description
in
Chapter 10 - Rear-Panel I/O
and
Appendix K - Specifications.
Spare Outputs
These unused BNC connectors are usually labeled “SPARE”. When
(Unused)
used, they will be labeled with their connector identifier (A, B, or C)
and provide optional signals. Label examples are: “A-AMCODE”,
“B-1 PPS”, or “C-PPO”. For more information on Meridian II
options see
Chapter 10 - Rear-Panel I/O
.
Plug-In Modules
Your Meridian II has five option slots that can be configured with a
(Options)
variety of plug-in modules. See
Chapter 10 - Rear-Panel I/O
for
detailed information on the various modules.
AC Power Input Jack
This IEC 320 standard three-prong connector provides AC power.
Optional DC and dual AC power supplies are also available. See
Chapter 10 - Rear-Panel I/O
and
Appendix K - Specifications
for
more information.
DC Power Input Block
This optional 3-position terminal block provides connection to the
(Option)
DC power source, and replaces the AC power input jack. See details
in
Chapter 10 - Rear-Panel I/O
and
Appendix K - Specifications.
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Dual Power Supplies
This option provides an additional power supply, which is permanently
(Option)
installed in two of the option slots. The two power supplies, may be
any combination of AC-input or DC-input power options, are not
field-swappable. Power Supply A (primary) and Power Supply B
(secondary) are connected in a dual-redundant configuration with hit
less automatic A-to-B and B-to-A switchover. The chassis is sourced
from Power Supply A as long as it is operational and is supplied
with external power.
Performing a
Site Survey
Using the front panel status LED indicators, it’s easy to find out if your Meridian II will work in your
desired location:
1.Temporarily mount the antenna on the roof. Make sure that it is not blocked by large metallic ob-
jects closer than one meter. See
Appendix E - Installing the GPS Antenna
for more information.
2. Screw the TNC plug on the end of the antenna cable onto the TNC antenna input jack on the chas-
sis rear panel of the Meridian II.
3. Apply power.
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