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AQM Series
Instruction Manual
The AQM is designed to be installed in the MIRC-12V Series rack chassis. The chassis can support 6 AQM modules, each utilizing
2 standard single slots.
you can mount the chassis in a standard eIA, 24 inch (610 mm) deep, enclosed rack. Secure the rack chassis front panel to the
rack by inserting four machine screws, with cup washers, through the four mounting holes in the front panel.
When installing one or more chassis in a headend rack, it is recommended to leave a 1 rack unit space (1.75” high)
between units to maximize air flow, but it is not required.
Section 4 – Installation & Power-up
FOR SAFE AND RELIABLE OPERATION, ThE POwER SUPPLY REQUIRES
A PROPER GROUND CONNECTION FOR ThE ThIRD PRONG OF
ThE UNIT'S POwER CORD PLUG
4.2 Boot-Up Display Sequence
When the unit is in "Normal Mode" and is first plugged in for use, the AQM checks for the presence of input data. If data
is not detected, it displays the appropriate module condition on the LCD readout as depicted below.
No Input
Data
The AQM module uses an easy-to-read LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and keypad to control and monitor the AQM. The
following information describes the LCD methodology and approach.
UP
DN
L
R
ENTER
AQM
LCD & Front Panel Navigation Controls
QAM OUT
CW
QAM OUT
OFF
If unit is set to "CW" or "Off Mode" the following will be displayed by the LCD.
4.1 Operating Interface Instructions
Note:
Factory default values shown in box
