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Cisco Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier Installation Instructions Manual
Cisco Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier Installation Instructions Manual

Cisco Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier Installation Instructions Manual

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Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier Installation Instructions
Overview
Introduction
This document provides the technician instructions for installing the 1 GHz Surge-
Gap Drop Amplifier in indoor and outdoor environments.
CAUTION:
Avoid damage to the amplifier. Do not attempt to break the seal or remove the
screws on the back of the amplifier.
Contents
These instructions contain the following topics.
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Summary of Contents for Cisco Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier Installation Instructions Overview Introduction This document provides the technician instructions for installing the 1 GHz Surge- Gap Drop Amplifier in indoor and outdoor environments. CAUTION: Avoid damage to the amplifier. Do not attempt to break the seal or remove the screws on the back of the amplifier.
  • Page 2: Important Rules For Safe Operation

    Important Rules for Safe Operation Warning Avoid electric shock. Follow the instructions in this warning. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, perform only the servicing instructions included in the operating instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Notice for CATV Installers If you are a CATV installer, read the information in the box below.
  • Page 3 • If you are uncertain of the type of power supply to your home or business, consult Cisco or your local power company. • This product is equipped with a two-prong plug. Insert this plug into a mains socket-outlet.
  • Page 4 Important Rules for Safe Operation Continued Power Cord Protection Route all power supply cords so that people cannot walk on, or place objects on or against them. This can pinch or damage the cords. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, socket-outlets, and the points where the cords exit the product. Lightning and Power Surges To protect this product against damage from lightning storms and power-line surges, do the following:...
  • Page 5 Important Rules for Safe Operation Continued Servicing Do not open the cover of this product and attempt service unless instructed to do so in the operating instructions. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. WARNING: Avoid electric shock! Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltages.
  • Page 6 Important Rules for Safe Operation Continued Outdoor Grounding System If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable system, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded (earthed). This provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA No.
  • Page 7: Product Compliance

    Product Compliance Electrical Safety UL 1409:1986: A sample of this equipment has been tested and found to meet the requirements of UL 1409:1986. EN 50083-1/A1:1997 and IEC 65:1985/EN 60065:1993: A notified body has issued a Certificate of Compliance according to the Low Voltage Directive of February 19, 1973.
  • Page 8 Product Compliance, Continued Industry Canada ICES-003: This Class B digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Industrie Canadienne ICES-003: Cet appareil numèrique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matèriel brouilleur du Canada. 562774 Rev E...
  • Page 9: Installing The Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier

    Installing the Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier General Installation Notes The installer should review EN 50083-1/A1:1997 and install this product per EN 50083-1/A1:1997. Keep the following in mind when installing the drop amplifier. The drop amplifier has no power switch. Power is on when the AC adapter is •...
  • Page 10 AC adapter is plugged into an electrical source. Locate the drop amplifier near the drop cable. Note: Cisco recommends that you install the drop amplifier inside a network interface box. However, you can install the drop amplifier in an exposed area if necessary.
  • Page 11 Installing the Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier, Continued Place water sealing F-connector boots or shrink tubing on the cable connections of the drop amplifier, as shown in the diagram below. WARNING: Avoid possible electrical shock and damage to customer equipment. Seal F-connectors with boot or shrink tubing.
  • Page 12 Installing the Surge-Gap Drop Amplifier, Continued When the drop amplifier (with power indicator) is used, check to make sure that the LED is lit once power is supplied to the amplifier. 562774 Rev E...
  • Page 13: Part Numbers

    Part Numbers Drop Amplifiers and Accessories Part Numbers Part Number Description Gain Per Port 562775 Surge-Gap Drop Amp, 1 port, 120 V AC 15 dB power supply 562776 Surge-Gap Drop Amp, 2 port, 120 V AC 11dB power supply 562777 Surge-Gap Drop Amp, 4 port, 120 V AC 7 dB power supply...
  • Page 14: For Information

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