Technicolor COM1000, Integrator'S Manual

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NTRODUCTION
This document describes the processes and procedures for configuring a COM1000 system. The
following sections will provide a brief overview of the system hardware, an in-depth guide to the
COM24 user interface, and descriptions of certain system processes. Also included are several
indices that cover common troubleshooting problems.
It is recommended that you read through the entirety of the manual, or at least review the main
sections before working with the system, as it contains some important pointers that may come in
handy during setup and maintenance.
The table below provides an explanation of some useful terms and device names that will be
referred to throughout the manual. You should use these terms to familiarize yourself with the
different aspects of the system before proceeding any further.
Table 1 – Definition of Terms
Term Definition
COM1000
This is the complete system, consisting of the following: one or more COM100
(now discontinued) or COM200 chassis, COM120 or SWM units, an optional
gigabit Ethernet switch, and QAM24 cards or alternatively comercial edge
QAMs.
COM120
A RF (radio frequency) distribution panel, which is necessary to enable K
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B
band signal delivery. The manual will use this device as a reference, but it may
be replaced with a similar device of your choosing.
COM200
A chassis that can support up to 12 receiver cards. This chassis contains an
integrated gigabit Ethernet switch and Ethernet Card, but does not include
other necessary equipment such as an edge QAM device, Ethernet switches, or
RF distribution and signaling electronics.
COM100
The first-generation chassis of the COM1000 series chassis, similar in structure
to the COM200 but lacking backplane Ethernet connections. This product was
discontinued in 2010.