Chapter 1 Introducing the MQAM
Input/Output Process
This section describes how the MQAMs modulate, encrypt, and transmit the signals
they receive from external sources.
Back Panel Components
The following table describes the back panel components.
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
4
Component
AC Unit: AC Power
Inlet
AC Unit: Power
Switch
DC Unit: DC Power
Inlet
Fuse Holder
Cooling Fan
GND
RF OUT 4
RF OUT 3
RF OUT 2
RF OUT 1
Cooling Fan
DVB ASI INPUT 1
DVB ASI INPUT 2
CA SYNC
10 BASE T
Description
IEC 320-conductor grounded outlet
On/off rocker-type power switch
Two-post terminal block DC power input connection
(AC Unit) 2.0 A SLO BLO 250 V fuse (Cisco part
number 535391, International T2H)
(DC Unit) 2.5 A SLO BLO 250 V fuse (Cisco part
number 184428)
Removes heat from the chassis
Ground screw for grounding the MQAM
F-connector for RF output, 75 Ω
F-connector for RF output, 75 Ω
F-connector for RF output, 75 Ω
F-connector for RF output, 75 Ω
Removes heat from the chassis
Female BNC, 75 Ω connector. Allows for the input of
MPEG 2 TS data at a maximum rate of 216 Mbps
Female BNC, 75 Ω connector. Allows for the input of
MPEG 2 TS data at a maximum rate of 216 Mbps
RS-232 connection to a DB-9 9-pin port used for
diagnostics. Can be used either locally or in conjunction
with a VPN
Ethernet Port. Shares data with Digital Network Control
System Ethernet hub
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