IBM Classic Series, Homeowner'S Manual

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8
Home Network Connection Center
Module feature descriptions
1 Catv/Ant – Receives signals from your cable TV service provider or from an antenna.
A Catv A - This coaxial connector is only on the 8 TAP A/B module and is for use in
areas that have dual-cable access. It provides the signal input for the “A” TV cable.
B Catv B - This coaxial connector is only on the 8 TAP A/B module and is for use in
areas that have dual-cable access. It provides the signal input for the “B” TV cable.
2 Camera Port – This connector is on both the 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP video distribution
amplifier modules. This connector receives signals from the Home Network
Connection Center Camera Module and distributes the signals to all external coaxial
ports on the network.
3 Surge – This indicator is on both the 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP video distribution amplifier
modules. An illuminated red LED indicates that there was an abnormal electrical surge
on your cable or antenna system. This feature is designed to protect your computer and
entertainment equipment from extensive damage. If the LED is lit, contact your Home
Systems Integrator to arrange service.
4 External Ports – These connections distribute amplified output to the video network.
The cables connected to them provide the signals to TV ports located throughout your
home.
A Cable A External Ports - These coaxial connectors are only on the 8 TAP A/B module
and are for areas that have dual-cable access. They distribute amplified “A” cable
signals to TV ports throughout your home.
B Cable B External Ports - These coaxial connectors are only on the 8 TAP A/B module
and are for areas that have dual-cable access. They distribute amplified “B” cable
signals to TV ports throughout your home.
5 DBS1 In/ DBS2 In - These connections are on both the 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP modules.
These connections receive input from a satellite dish. Use one for a single LNB dish
and both for a dual LNB dish.
6 DBS1 Out/ DBS2 Out - These connections are on both 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP modules.
These connections supply the output signal from the satellite dish to one or two
specified locations within your home. For example, if you have a satellite signal input at
one of the IN connections [5], you may connect that cable to any one of the video
cables that go out to various locations in your home. Therefore, when you connect a TV
and satellite receiver to the corresponding OUT terminal, that TV is dedicated
specifically for satellite signal reception. Other signals sent to the CATV/ANT port
[1] or the INTERNAL connections [9] dedicate all other locations in your home
specifically for those signals. Connecting cables in this fashion enables you to
have televisions dedicated for either satellite reception or for the other signals
(cable TV or antenna, and INTERNAL signals if provided). In the 8 TAP A/B Video
Distribution Module, the DBS Out signal is only on the designated “A” cable TV
signal panel and enables televisions connected to those taps to receive both cable/
antenna and satellite signals.
7 Power Connection – 15 volt DC power is supplied to the amplifier by the Power
Distribution Module or from the junction box in the bottom of the Home Network
Connection Center and is connected to this port.
8 Power LED – This light indicates that power is being supplied to the module.