The Model 542 and 543 use Silicon Avalanche Diodes, which do
not degrade over time with transient hits, unlike metal oxide varistors.
Connecting directly to your equipment's BNC/F-Series connectors, the
Model 542/543 can handle repeated surges up to 400 amps primary
(8/20μs wave form). If the Model 542/543 receives a surge,
all
voltages
will be sent directly to ground through a heavy duty 6” braided metal
strap to protect your hardware. The Model 542 and 543 are housed in
ABS plastic cases and come with one male and one female BNC/F-
Series-type connectors, or two female F-Series connectors, at each
end for convenient hook-up using industry standard cables.
Warning
—This product will not provide complete protection should
your equipment or building be subject to a direct lightning hit.
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Coaxial
CCTV input
Output to protected
equipment
Connection to
earth ground
Model 542
Coax
Surge Protector
Model 543
CATV/S
ATV
Surge
Prote
ctor
Output to protected
equipment
Connection to
earth ground
Coaxial
CATV/SATV input
3.0 INSTALLATION
The Patton Model 542 and 543 are easy to install. The following
instructions will clearly explain each step:
1.
Unplug the existing connection between the coaxial cable and the
CCTV equipment's BNC port for the 542, or the SATV/CATV
equipment’s F-Series port for the 543.
2.
Install the Model 542 or 543 between the incoming coax line and
the protected equipment (see below). Place the surge protector as
close as possible to the device being protected.
3.
Connect the braided grounding strap directly to an earth ground
connection on or near the protected device. If you are not sure
where to locate an earth ground connection, consult the
equipment's user manual or contact the manufacturer. This ground
connection is critical for proper operation of the Model 542 or 543.
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