PICO MACOM, INC.
12500 Foothill Blvd. • Lakeview Terrace, CA 91342 • (818) 897-0028 • (800) 421-6511 • FAX (818) 834-7197
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Important Information
10. Grounding or Polarization
- This video product is equipped with
either a three prong plug for 120 Vac use. It is to be inserted into only
the type of receptacle for which they specifically designed .
Do not
cut
off the round grounding pin in order to be able to fit into a two prong
receptacle as this could cause injury and will void the warranty.
11. Power Sources
- This product should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer or
local power company.
12. Power-cord Protection
- Power-supply cords should be routed so
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them. Pay particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13. Lightning
- For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet.
14. Power Lines
- An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power
circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
may be fatal.
15. Overloading
- Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as
this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
- Never push objects of any kind into this
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
17. Servicing
- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service
- Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a.
When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
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 technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
e.
If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.
STANDOFF
INSULATORS
b
MAST
ANTENNA
LEAD-IN WIRE
c
GROUND WIRE
TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA
TERMINALS OF PRODUCT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
GROUND CLAMPS
OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUNDING ELECTRODE
DRIVEN 8 FEET (2.44M) INTO THE EARTH
IF REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES. SEE NEC
SECTION 810 - 21(f).
BONDING JUMPER
d
GROUND CLAM
PS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(e.g. interior metal water pipe)
SERVICE
ENTRANCE
EQUIPMENT
SERVICE ENTRANCE
CONDUCTORS
GROUND CLAMP
POWER LINES
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED
IN ARTICLE 810 - "RADIO AND TELEVISION
EQUIPMENT"
19. Replacement Parts
- When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
20. Safety Check
- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating conditions.
21. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
- Before attempting to install this
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
a.
Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm ) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm (aluminum,
No.7 AWG (10mm ) copper-clad steel or bronze wire or larger, as
ground wire.
b.
Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off
insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22m) to 6 feet (1.83m) apart.
c.
Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in
enters house.
d.
A driven rod may be used as the grounding electrode where other types
of electrode systems do not exist. Refer to the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70-1984 for information.
e.
Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG (13.3mm ) copper or
equivalent, when a separate antenna grounding electrode is used.
NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM
INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820 - 40 OF THE NEC THAT
PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PAR-
TICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CON-
NECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS
CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.
SAFEGUARDS
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