Blonder-Tongue BIDA100B-30P Specifications

BIDA 5900 Series

Two-Way Broadband Distribution

Amplifiers w/ Active Return Path

The BIDA 5900 Series with Active Return Path is a completely self-contained broadband indoor
distribution amplifier designed for CATV and SMATV signal distribution systems that use a cable drop as a
signal source.

Push-pull and power-doubling hybrid amplifier technologies are available for the BIDA 5900 Series with RF
bandwidths ranging from 54-860/1000 MHz with 30 or 43 dB gains.

All BIDA 5900 models have a return path bandwidth of 5-42 MHz and can be configured for either a
passive (factory default) or integrated active return. When field configured to an active return, the BIDA
5900 Series have a full gain of 20 dB. All models can be attenuated over a range of 10 dB in the forward
path and 18 dB in the return path. Gain and slope controls are located on the front panel for easy set-up
and adjustment. Two -30 dB back-matched test points are provided to permit testing without interruption
of service.

The aluminum chassis is designed to provide excellent heat dissipation thus allowing operation at high
ambient temperatures with no degradation of performance or reliability.

Forward

54-860/1000 MHz

5-42 MHz
Return

Features

• Provides Two-Way Capability with an Passive or Active Return Path Set by Field-Changeable Jumpers

• Easily Adjustable Front Panel Gain and Slope Controls

• Hybrid IC Circuitry for High Output with Low Distortion

• Optional Plug-in Fixed Equalizer and Attenuator Capability for Input Signal Conditioning

• Integrated Return Path Configurable for either Passive or Active Operation

• Push-pull and Powering-doubling Hybrid Models Available

• Input and Output Test Ports

• Large Heat Sinks for Exceptional Heat Dissipation

Please see other side for ordering information.

Rev: 012218 (651213600C)

Specifications

Model: BIDA-5900

Frequency Range:

Gain Control Range:

Slope Control Range:

Input Return Loss:

Output Return Loss:

Noise Figure:

No. of Channels (for CSO, CTB, & XMD):

Output Level:

Composite Triple Beat

Cross-modulation (XMOD):

2nd Order Composite (CSO):

Impedance:

Hum Modulation:

Input/Output Test Port Level:

Input/Output Test Port Return Loss:

Operating Temperature Range:

Power Requirements:

Dimensions (LxWxH):

Shipping Weight:

Plug-In Accessories:

1) Flat Attenuator

(1-20 dB in 1 dB steps)

2) Cable Equalizer:

(3,6,9,12,15,18 dB)

Stock No:

Gain:

Flatness:

(CTB)

86B-30

5900 83

±0.75 dB ±0.75 dB ±0.75 dB ±0.5§

:

-54 dB -62 dB -56 dB -60 dB -70 dB -60

-54 dB -62 dB -60 dB -65 dB -66 dB -60

-57 dB -61 dB -59 dB -69 dB -60

86B-30P
5900P83

54-860 MHz 54-1000 MHz 5-42

30 dB 43 dB 30 dB 43 dB 20 (Passive -1.5)

129 150 3

36/44 dBmV 32/40 dBmV 42

Wall Power Transformer 105-130 VAC, 60 Hz 0.38 AMP Max

10.5” x 7.25” x 3.25” (26.4 cm x 18.42 cm x 8.26 cm)

#5478-(*) #5479-(*)

86B-43

5900 84

10 dB

8 dB

16 dB

16 dB

8.5 dB 6.0

75 Ω

70 dB

-30 dB; ±2 dB

20 dB

-20 to +60 ˚C

6 lbs (2.7kg)

#5411A-(*)

86B-43P
5900P84

100B-30P

5900P13

(*) Specify dB § Reference to +1 dB tilt

100B-43P

5900P14

Integrated

Active

Return Path

Ordering Information

Model Stock # Description

BIDA 86B-30 5900 83 Broadband Indoor Distribution Amplifier 30 dB, 54-860 MHz, Push-Pull, Active Return (5-42 MHz)
BIDA 86B-30P 5900P83 Broadband Indoor Distribution Amplifier 30 dB, 54-860 MHz, Power-Doubling, Active Return (5-42 MHz)
BIDA 86B-43 5900 84 Broadband Indoor Distribution Amplifier 44 dB, 54-860 MHz, Push-Pull, Active Return (5-42 MHz)
BIDA 86B-43P 5900P84 Broadband Indoor Distribution Amplifier 44 dB, 54-860 MHz, Power-Doubling, Active Return (5-42 MHz)
BIDA 100B-30P 5900P13 Broadband Indoor Distribution Amplifier 30 dB, 54-1000 MHz, Power-Doubling, Active Return (5-42 MHz)
BIDA 100B-43P 5900P14 Broadband Indoor Distribution Amplifier 43 dB, 54-1000 MHz, Power-Doubling, Active Return (5-42 MHz)

Accessories

Model Stock # Description

BIDA-CE-8 5478 BIDA Series Plug-In Cable Equalizer 860 MHz, Values: 3,6,9,12,15,18 dB
BIDA-CE-10 5479 BIDA Series Plug-In Cable Equalizer 1000 MHz, Values: 3,6,9,12,15,18 dB
BIDA-FA 5411A BIDA Series Plug-In Fixed Attenuator 1000 MHz, Values: 1-20 dB

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