Fiber Optic
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PICO MACOM
Fiber Optic
Series
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Pico Macom strongly advises you to read and understand the following safety instructions prior to installing
and operating this equipment.
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Read These Instructions first.
All safety and operating instructions should be read before installing or
operating this equipment. Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
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Retain This Instruction Manual.
Safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
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heed Warnings.
All warnings on the equipment and in this Owners Manual should be adhered to.
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Ventilation.
Do not block or cover openings in this equipment. These are provided for ventilation and
protection from overheating.
Maximum operating ambient temperature is 40°c.
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Power sources.
Operate this equipment only from the type of power source indicated on the rear panel.
CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace the fuse (if necessary) with one of
only the same type and rating.
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Grounding or Polarization.
This equipment may be equipped with a polarized AC line plug (a plug hav-
ing one blade wider than the other or a different shape). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of a polarized plug.
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servicing.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening or removing covers may expose dangerous
voltages. When replacement parts are required, make sure the service technician uses only replacement
parts recommended by Pico Macom. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or im-
proper operation of the unit.
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cleaning.
Unplug the unit from the AC power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
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lightning.
For added protection during a lightning storm or when the equipment is left unattended or
unused for long periods, unplug it from the power outlet and disconnect the cables between the equip-
ment and the antenna subsystem. These precautions will prevent damage to the equipment that could be
caused by lightning strikes or power line surges.
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NoTe To cATV sYsTeM INsTAlleRs:
This reminder is provided to call your attention to NEC Articles
810-21, 820-22, and 820-40 that provide guidelines for proper grounding. In particular, these articles
specify that the cable ground shall be connected to the building grounding system, as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
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optical output safety, General.
Optical Transmitter units that are used with the PFR receivers may emit
harmful invisible laser radiation. These products may emit harmful laser radiation if powered on and the
case is opened or the beam path is exposed.