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COM3000 Integrator’s
Installation Manual
Date: January 2024
Version 1.1
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INTRODUCTION
This document describes the Vantiva COM3000 System and related configuration procedures. It is
recommended that you read the entirety of the manual before working with the system.
This manual assumes the reader is familiar with the following:
DirecTV standards for MFH2 satellite installation
National and Local Electric Codes
Industry standards for RF coaxial distribution
Networking skills including IGMP networking of multicast video streams.
Intended Usage
Commercial Use
This product is designed to go into areas that are not accessible to the public at large and are not for home use.
Vantiva COM3000 Products provide Head-End systems for distribution solutions for the DIRECTV Commercial
and Lodging and Institutions (L&I) markets.
Warning
Class 1 Equipment. This equipment must be earth grounded. The power plug must be connected to a properly
wired earth ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet could place hazardous voltages on the
accessible metal parts.
IT Room warning message:
Suitable for installation in Information Technology Rooms in accordance with Article 645 of the National
Electrical Code and NFPA 75.
RAL warning message
The device can only be used in a fixed location such as a lab or a machine room. When you install the device,
ensure that the protective earth ground connection of the socket-outlet is verified by a skilled person.
Note to System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the SMATV systems installer’s attention to Section 820
-93 of the National
Electric Code which provide guidelines for proper grounding and specify that the Coaxial cable shield shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
