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CA50/550

Descriptions

550MHz High-Gain Distribution Amplifier

4

Rev. 01/04

Ph:800-421-6511

www.picomacom.com

Wide 54-550MHz frequency 
range (Channels CATV 
2-78, 95-99)

± 0.75dB flatness per
100MHz provides low 
distortion and excellent 
frequency response

Employs state-of-the art
hybrid push-pull technology
for distortion-free audio-
video quality

Adjustable slope and gain
controls for easy system 
balancing

Easy-access controls and 
low-loss (-20dB) test point 
enable simplified setup and 
performance monitoring

Built-in lightning and line
voltage surge protection pro-
tects the unit from damage 

Black anodized extruded 
aluminum heat-sink maxi-
mizes heat dissipation for
improved reliability and 
corrosion resistance

The 

Pico Macom CA50/550

is a high quality push-pull wall-mounted 

distribution amplifier producing signals with extremely low-noise and 
harmonic distortion. This amplifier is capable of 82 channel operation 
over the 54-550MHz range, and makes an excellent distribution system 
in MDU, CATV, and SMATV systems. Because of its extremely low-noise
figure and low distortion, the 

CA50/550

is ideally suited for use in larger

networks where amplifier cascading is required.

CA50/550

550MHz High-Gain Distribution Amplifier

CA50-550 Manual.qxd  2/2/04  2:24 PM  Page 4

Содержание CA50/550

Страница 1: ...Installation and Operation Manual CA50 550 550MHz High Gain Distribution Amplifier Operation Manual Rev 01 04 Ph 800 421 6511 www picomacom com CA50 550 Manual qxd 2 2 04 2 23 PM Page 1 ...

Страница 2: ...nk laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 8 Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance 9 Ventilation This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This video product should not be placed in ...

Страница 3: ...rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the oper ating 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 tech nician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When ...

Страница 4: ...ne voltage surge protection pro tects the unit from damage Black anodized extruded aluminum heat sink maxi mizes heat dissipation for improved reliability and corrosion resistance The Pico Macom CA50 550 is a high quality push pull wall mounted distribution amplifier producing signals with extremely low noise and harmonic distortion This amplifier is capable of 82 channel operation over the 54 550...

Страница 5: ...est Points 20 dB Specifications Input Capability 83 dBµV at Ch 3 input Power Requirements 117 VAC 60 Hz Operating Temperature 10 to 50 C Impedance 75 Ohm Connectors F female Indicators power on LED red Dimensions 8 L x 13 4 H x 41 2 W Weight 1 05 Kg 54 550MHz 50dB GAIN GAIN TILT POWER IN 20dB OUTPUT TEST CA50 550 550MHz High Gain Distribution Amplifier TRU SPEC AC 117V 20dB INPUT TEST MAX MAX OUT ...

Страница 6: ... 54 550MHz 50dB GAIN GAIN TILT POWER IN 20dB OUTPUT TEST CA50 550 550MHz High Gain Distribution Amplifier TRU SPEC AC 117V 20dB INPUT TEST MAX MAX OUT IN Front Panel Controls and Specifications Operating Guidelines Below is a chart showing the proper operation level for the CA50 550 Please note the listed performance criteria is for SPECIFIC numbers of channels and must be de rated accordingly whe...

Страница 7: ...dB per channel for the PHC 24G The output of the amplifiers are connected to the main distribution line Another method of combining signals uses three hybrid splitters per headend rack The odd channels are combined in one splitter the even channels in another splitter and the two or more splitters are combined to a single output with a third splitter Each rack is then combined with a final splitte...

Страница 8: ...ation RMA number for the failed equipment and ask for a loaner unit We will issue an invoice for the List Price of the loaner unit plus shipping costs When you receive the loaner unit pack the failed unit in the loaner unit s box and ship it freight prepaid to Pico Macom for repair When you receive the repaired unit a new RMA number will be provided in the box Carefully pack the loaner unit and af...

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