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- Page 1 Operating Manual DVB-T Meter MFK 16...
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Page 2: Preface
Preface Dear customer, KATHREIN-Werke KG has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this manual. However, no liability can be accepted for potential errors in this manual or for any resultant loss. This manual may be neither copied nor duplicated in a different form without the written consent of KATHREIN-Werke KG. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface Contents General information Product package Safety instructions – important notes Charging the battery Charging using the AC battery charger leads Charging in a vehicle (DC vehicle battery charger leads) Getting started Switching on the meter Selecting a region Selecting the channels Selecting different measuring methods Aligning an antenna / BER mode... -
Page 4: General Information
General information The MFK 16 DVB-T signal meter meets the highest quality standards based on its design and highly reliable workmanship. DVB-T signals can easily be measured, as the spectrum is not relevant and there is no need to see a picture on the screen. Also, the signal levels of adjacent analogue channels can be represented with the MFK 16. -
Page 5: Product Package
Product package MFK 16 signal meter with integral battery, protective bag and carrying strap The MFK 16 product package includes: - MFK 16 signal meter, - operating manual, - leather protective bag, - one BNC/IEC adapter, - one BNC/F adapter,... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions - Important Notes
Safety instructions – important notes This page contains important information on operating and connecting up the unit. Read these instructions carefully before setting up the unit. Mains power cable Make sure that the mains power cable (power supply cable) is not damaged. Units with damaged power cables must be disconnected from the mains power (by pulling the mains plug) and be replaced by a qualified electrician prior to restarting. - Page 7 • the meter is operated only if in perfect workingorder Mechanical durability The MFK 16 is designed for mobile use and for the mechanical stresses and strains occurring in such use. The MFK 16 must not be exposed to severe mechanical stress, such as bumping, knocking or dropping, as this may damage it.
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Page 8: Charging The Battery
Charging from the built-in power supply unit Open the flap on the rear of the MFK 16 to expose the mains power socket. Insert the mains power cable into the socket and plug the other end into a wall socket. The battery is fully charged when the display of the MFK 16 shows “Trickle Charge”. -
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting started Switching on the meter Connect the MFK 16 input on the front of the unit by a BNC cable to the antenna. Alternatively, you can use the BNC/IEC, the BNC/F adapter and the standard antenna cable (IEC). Press and... -
Page 10: Selecting The Channels
Nuremberg UHF All VHF channels 5-12 All UHF channels 21-69 Additional region lists can be obtained as required from the Kathrein website “www.kathrein.de”. Selecting the individual channels Press and hold down the right or left arrow button for less than 5 seconds to select the various channels. -
Page 11: Aligning An Antenna / Ber Mode
Getting started Aligning an antenna / BER mode Note: If neither a bar nor DVB-T appears on the display, the signal is too low or the transmission is analogue. Select a channel and BER mode. For the best result, check each channel in the selected region and set it to the best reception quality, e.g. -
Page 12: Switching Off The Meter
Getting started Switching off the meter To switch off the MFK 16, press and hold down the “OFF” button for about 5 seconds. The display shows “Power off”, then goes blank. Selecting setup mode The arrow indicates the selected function. -
Page 13: Changing The Settings
Getting started Changing the settings Timer for automatic power-off selected. Press the Up or Down button (ON/OFF) to select the required function. Press the left or right arrow button to change a function. The cursor indicates the selected function. Press the left or right arrow button to make changes. -
Page 14: Technical Data
Technical data • Display of signal levels of terrestrial signals • Display of carrier-to-noise (C/N) ratio • BER measurement pre and post Viterbi • Memory for 32 different frequency lists • 10 frequency lists (City lists) for the individual regions and two master lists •... - Page 16 Internet: http://www.kathrein.de KATHREIN-Werke KG • Phone +49 8031 184-0 • Fax +49 8031 184-306 Anton-Kathrein-Straße 1 – 3 • P.O. Box 10 04 44 • 83004 Rosenheim GERMANY...