Motorola BT100 - Manual (Page 4)

BT100 Installation and Operation Manual
Contents
Section 1
Introduction
Using This Manual ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Related Documentation................................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Document Conventions................................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
If You Need Help............................................................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Calling for Repairs ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1-5
Section 2
Overview
Ordering Guide................................................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Housing............................................................................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Housing Gaskets..................................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Port Locations ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-7
Power Supply........................................................................................................................................................................... 2-7
Forward Path .................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-9
Return Path ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2-11
Ingress Control Switch ......................................................................................................................................................... 2-12
Options and Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................... 2-13
Section 3
Amplifier Setup
Proper Handling Procedures .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Field Practice........................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Bench Setup ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3-1
Forward Path Alignment.................................................................................................................................................................. 3-2
Before You Begin .................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
STARLINE Forward Equalizers .............................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Example 1........................................................................................................................................................................ 3-3
Example 2........................................................................................................................................................................ 3-3
STARLINE Cable Simulators.................................................................................................................................................. 3-5
Input, Midstage, and Output Pads ......................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Flatness Control...................................................................................................................................................................... 3-7
Directional Coupler Test Points............................................................................................................................................. 3-8
Bode Equalization ................................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Amplifier Level Control........................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Manual Gain Control ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-9