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MCM-30

6

Rev. 06/03

Ph: 800-421-6511

www.picomacom.com

Operation and Controls

OUTPUT

FUSE

117VAC
60Hz

TEST POINT

-20dB

INPUT

IN

IN

LO

GAIN

VHF

MAX

HI

FM TRAP

OUT

5W

MCM-30

31dB Adjustable VHF-Band

 Distribution Amplifier

TRU    SPEC

Front Panel

1.

Input:

Connect input cable to this port.

2.

FM Trap:

Place switch to the “IN” position to attenuate FM frequencies 88 
to 96 MHz –20dB.

3.

FM Trap:

Place switch to the “IN” position to attenuate FM frequencies 95 
to 108 MHz –20dB.

4.

LO Gain:

This potentiometer controls low band RF level.

5.

HI Gain:

This potentiometer controls high band RF level.

6.

Output:

Connect this port to the distribution system.

7.

Test Point:

The test point provides a port to monitor the output of the amplifier.

8.

Fuse:

Replace fuse with a 0.5A 250V fuse.

9.

LED:

Power is on when LED is lit.

10. Power Cord:

This three prong polarized power cord is approved by both UL and
CSA for safe operation of the amplifier. Do not cut the ground termi-
nal for both safety and operational reasons. Connect to 108 to 125
Vac, 50/60 Hz electrical outlet

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Summary of Contents for MCM-30

Page 1: ...Installation and Operation Manual MCM 30 31dB AdjustableVHF Band Distribution Amplifier Operation Manual Rev 06 03 Ph 800 421 6511 www picomacom com ...

Page 2: ...r for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 8 Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance 9 Ventilation This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat regi...

Page 3: ...has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the oper ating instruction Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions An improper adjustment may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified tech nician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has ...

Page 4: ...carrier to noise ratio and balancing Dual 20dB FM trap switches 88 96MHz 95 108MHz effectively filter high level local FM radio stations reducing harmonic distortion Heavy Gauge Rugged Shielded Wall Mount Case Convenient and compact design allows quick and easy installation Front Panel LED Power Indicator and Fuse Holder 20dB Monitor Output Test Point Gain 31dB 54 216MHz Noise Figure 5 dB VHF Flat...

Page 5: ...Amplifier OUTPUT FUSE 117VAC 60Hz TEST POINT 20dB INPUT IN IN LO GAIN VHF MAX HI FM TRAP OUT 5W MCM 30 31dB Adjustable VHF Band Distribution Amplifier TRU SPEC Ordering Information MCM 30 Total of Channels Max Input Level Max Output Level 7 20 dBmV 52 dBmV 12 11 dBmV 43 dBmV Channel Loading Specifications ...

Page 6: ...FM frequencies 95 to 108 MHz 20dB 4 LO Gain This potentiometer controls low band RF level 5 HI Gain This potentiometer controls high band RF level 6 Output Connect this port to the distribution system 7 Test Point The test point provides a port to monitor the output of the amplifier 8 Fuse Replace fuse with a 0 5A 250V fuse 9 LED Power is on when LED is lit 10 Power Cord This three prong polarized...

Page 7: ... from the OUTPUT connector of the MCM 30 to the distribution system 3 Plug the power cable into a polarized electrical outlet 4 Connect a RF signal level meter to the MCM 30 test point connection and adjust the output level to match the distribution level requirements 1 OUTPUT FUSE 117VAC 60Hz TEST POINT 20dB INPUT IN IN LO GAIN VHF MAX HI FM TRAP OUT 5W MCM 30 31dB Adjustable VHF Band Distributio...

Page 8: ...a return merchandise authorization RMA number for the failed equipment and ask for a loaner unit We will issue an invoice for the List Price of the loaner unit plus shipping costs When you receive the loaner unit pack the failed unit in the loaner unit s box and ship it freight prepaid to Pico Macom for repair When you receive the repaired unit a new RMA number will be provided in the box Carefull...

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