Channel Plus 8200 User Manual

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PERFORMANCE MULTI-ROOM VIDEO
Model 8200
Instruction Manual
INPUTS
MODULATORS
A B+Pwr
OUTPUTS
Ant /
CATV
INPUT
+15Vdc
IR Out
Gnd
For use with model 2133 IR targets
model 8200
Coaxial Cable Panel
To TVs
R
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Power Supply
(included)
Power Supply
Adaptor
(included)
TV outputs
(8)
Power LED
Modulator inputs
(2)
Antenna/CATV
Model 8200
Top View
Accessories
2
The 8200 Coaxial Cable Panel is the heart of a multi­room video distribution system. The 8200 connects as many as 8 televisions to cable or antenna, while maintaining compatibility with ChannelPlus video modulators and the ChannelPlus standard IR repeating system.
Model 2010 Power Injector wall plate (fits standard Decora)
Model 2184 IR Breakout
Replaces the power supply adaptor and drives up to four IR emitters.
+12
GND
LED
-
+
R
Satellite receiver
Modulator
Antenna/CATV
Up to 8 TVs
LOSS-LESS COAX PANEL The model 8200 works like a zero-loss splitter! The signals you put on the antenna/CATV input will appear on the outputs at the samepower.
Typical System
R
Satellite receiver
Modulator
Antenna/CATV
Up to 8 TVs
FREEDOM OF PLACEMENT Put the 8200 coax panel where the coax is: in the attic, in the basement or in the wall of the garage. The single coax from a model 2010 carries power, the RF signals and IR repeatingsignals.
Remote Power Using the Model 2010
Model 2010
Power Injector
IMPORTANT:
The model 2010 must connect to this port. If the 2010 is not being used, then install a 75 ohm terminator here.
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IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
INPUTS
MODULATORS
A B+Pwr
OUTPUTS
Ant /
CATV
INPUT
+15Vdc
IR Out
Gnd
For use with model 2133 IR targets
model 8200
Coaxial Cable Panel
To TVs
R
Shielded 75 ohm coax is required. We recommend RG-6.
Modulators may be connected to the ‘A’ or ‘B’ ports.
Power Supply
(included)
Power Supply
Adaptor
(included)
TV outputs
(8)
Power LED
Modulator inputs
(2)
Antenna/CATV
Model 8200
Top View
Accessories
2
The 8200 Coaxial Cable Panel is the heart of a multi­room video distribution system. The 8200 connects as many as 8 televisions to cable or antenna, while maintaining compatibility with ChannelPlus video modulators and the ChannelPlus standard IR repeating system.
Model 2010 Power Injector wall plate (fits standard Decora)
Model 2184 IR Breakout
Replaces the power supply adaptor and drives up to four IR emitters.
+12
GND
LED
-
+
R
Satellite receiver
Modulator
Antenna/CATV
Up to 8 TVs
LOSS-LESS COAX PANEL The model 8200 works like a zero-loss splitter! The signals you put on the antenna/CATV input will appear on the outputs at the samepower.
Typical System
R
Satellite receiver
Modulator
Antenna/CATV
Up to 8 TVs
FREEDOM OF PLACEMENT Put the 8200 coax panel where the coax is: in the attic, in the basement or in the wall of the garage. The single coax from a model 2010 carries power, the RF signals and IR repeatingsignals.
Remote Power Using the Model 2010
Model 2010
Power Injector
IMPORTANT:
The model 2010 must connect to this port. If the 2010 is not being used, then install a 75 ohm terminator here.
3
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
INPUTS
MODULATORS
A B+Pwr
OUTPUTS
Ant /
CATV
INPUT
+15Vdc
IR Out
Gnd
For use with model 2133 IR targets
model 8200
Coaxial Cable Panel
To TVs
R
Shielded 75 ohm coax is required. We recommend RG-6.
Modulators may be connected to the ‘A’ or ‘B’ ports.
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IR Repeating System
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
Model 2173 IR EmitterModel 2133 IR Target
With the model 8200, you can also control your video devices fromany room in the house. Any or all 8 outputs may be connected to a model 2133 IR target. Direct your IR remote control at the IR target and the 2173 IR emitterwill repeat the IRsignals in the media center.
IR control signals from the bedroom ...
IR control signals from the bedroom ...
Are repeated at the media center. Change the DSS channel or pause the VCR from any room.
Are repeated at the media
1
1
2
2
If the coax panel is located at the media center, add a model 2184 IR breakout panel. The model 2184 plugs directly into the 8200, replacing the power adaptor. There are connections to drive 4 IR emitters. .
If the coax panel is not located at the media center, add a model 2010 remote power wall plate at the media center and connect the 8200 and 2010 with a single coax. The model 2010 will power the 8200, drive the IR emitters and deliver any modulator signals to the 2800. There are connections to drive 2 IR emitters. (The 2174 IR expansion panel will expand each ofthese ports to driveup to 4 IR emitters.)
Model 2173
Model 2173
Model 2010
Model 2184
Model 2133
Model 2133
Modulators may be connected here.
The 2010 must be powered as shown.
The model 2010 MUST be connected to the ‘B’ port. More modulators may be connected to the ‘A’ port.
Max recommended cable length 150’ (Total of these two pieces.)
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IR Repeating System
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
Model 2173 IR EmitterModel 2133 IR Target
With the model 8200, you can also control your video devices fromany room in the house. Any or all 8 outputs may be connected to a model 2133 IR target. Direct your IR remote control at the IR target and the 2173 IR emitterwill repeat the IRsignals in the media center.
IR control signals from the bedroom ...
IR control signals from the bedroom ...
Are repeated at the media center. Change the DSS channel or pause the VCR from any room.
Are repeated at the media
1
1
2
2
If the coax panel is located at the media center, add a model 2184 IR breakout panel. The model 2184 plugs directly into the 8200, replacing the power adaptor. There are connections to drive 4 IR emitters. .
If the coax panel is not located at the media center, add a model 2010 remote power wall plate at the media center and connect the 8200 and 2010 with a single coax. The model 2010 will power the 8200, drive the IR emitters and deliver any modulator signals to the 2800. There are connections to drive 2 IR emitters. (The 2174 IR expansion panel will expand each ofthese ports to driveup to 4 IR emitters.)
Model 2173
Model 2173
Model 2010
Model 2184
Model 2133
Model 2133
Modulators may be connected here.
The 2010 must be powered as shown.
The model 2010 MUST be connected to the ‘B’ port. More modulators may be connected to the ‘A’ port.
Max recommended cable length 150’ (Total of these two pieces.)
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Mounting the 8200
The model8200 should be mounted in a locationthat is safe and dry. The model8200 is designed smallenough to be mounted a studwall. Alternatively the 8200 may be mounted in a ChannelPlus IntegratedHome Network enclosure.
inside
We recommend using only RG-6 coax when wiring a house. Why? Althoughgood RG-59 has only slightly more loss than RG-6, it is harder to find good RG-59. RG-6 is a little more expensive and a little harder to run (because it is thicker). But you will avoid surprises if you stick to RG-6.
NOTE:
Circuit Breaker
Model 2010
Power Injector
Note: The model 2010
must connect to this port.
Power LED
Power LED
The model 2010 has a built-in circuit breaker. If these LEDs are not lit, reset the circuit breaker by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply. If the system does not reset, look for an installation error.
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Expanding the 8200:
CATV/Ant
Model 8200
Model 8200 Model 8200
You may connect up to 8 more 8200s to the outputs of a ‘master ’ 8200, for a total of 64 TV outlets. The longest recommended coax run is 150 feet (includes coax from master to secondary unit and from secondary unit to TV).
Up to 64 TV outlets
All 8200s must be powered individually. Each 8200 can have its’ own ‘zoned’ IR control and local modulators. (Modulators connected to a secondary 8200 will be viewable only on those 8 TVs. IR control signals will be confined to only that 8200.)
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
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Model 2600
(surface mount)
Model 2601
(surface mount)
Model 2603
(in-wall mount)
Shown with
model 2613 cover
Herringbone interference on modulator channel (diagonal lines)
Herringbone interference on many channels, including modulator channels (disappears when you remove the CATV/Ant feed)
... You may have chosen a channel number that is not completely vacant. Distant UHF stations may notbe watchable, but will cause interference ifyou try to try to createa new channel at the same frequency. Also, cable companies oftenhave extra signalswhere there shouldbe none. Try moving themodulator channel toanother number. Youmay have toadd a low passfilter to remove cable company noise. If a filter does not work, try adding a DC-block to remove common mode interference.
… The RF amplifier can be overloaded by abnormally strong signals. Often, you can cure the problem with a simple attenuator. Use a variable attenuator and try to find a signal level where the interference just disappears. Sometimes, the problem is one station that is far stronger than the rest. In this case, attenuatingall of thesignals with asimple attenuator willcause the desiredstations to be weak (snowy). You must reduce thestrength of onlythe offending station. A common FMtrap will help if the problem is a nearby FM tower. If the problem is a nearby TV station, often the station management can provide suitable filters.
Infrared Remote Control Problems … The mostcommon cause of IR problems are:
IR emitter not located directly abovesensor on the video device.
TV is radiating electrical noise. Reposition IRtarget.
IR target is ‘seeing’ optical noise,such as a solid state flourescent lamp. Reposition IR target.
Things to watch for:
Inexpensive DC block for RFInexpensive variable attenuator
Mounting the 8200
The model8200 should be mounted in a locationthat is safe and dry. The model8200 is designed smallenough to be mounted a studwall. Alternatively the 8200 may be mounted in a ChannelPlus IntegratedHome Network enclosure.
inside
We recommend using only RG-6 coax when wiring a house. Why? Althoughgood RG-59 has only slightly more loss than RG-6, it is harder to find good RG-59. RG-6 is a little more expensive and a little harder to run (because it is thicker). But you will avoid surprises if you stick to RG-6.
NOTE:
Circuit Breaker
Model 2010
Power Injector
Note: The model 2010
must connect to this port.
Power LED
Power LED
The model 2010 has a built-in circuit breaker. If these LEDs are not lit, reset the circuit breaker by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply. If the system does not reset, look for an installation error.
6
Expanding the 8200:
CATV/Ant
Model 8200
Model 8200 Model 8200
You may connect up to 8 more 8200s to the outputs of a ‘master ’ 8200, for a total of 64 TV outlets. The longest recommended coax run is 150 feet (includes coax from master to secondary unit and from secondary unit to TV).
Up to 64 TV outlets
All 8200s must be powered individually. Each 8200 can have its’ own ‘zoned’ IR control and local modulators. (Modulators connected to a secondary 8200 will be viewable only on those 8 TVs. IR control signals will be confined to only that 8200.)
IR EMITTERS
POWER 15VDC
SYSTEMPOWER
FROM MODULATOR
VIDEOSYSTEM
7
Model 2600
(surface mount)
Model 2601
(surface mount)
Model 2603
(in-wall mount)
Shown with
model 2613 cover
Herringbone interference on modulator channel (diagonal lines)
Herringbone interference on many channels, including modulator channels (disappears when you remove the CATV/Ant feed)
... You may have chosen a channel number that is not completely vacant. Distant UHF stations may notbe watchable, but will cause interference ifyou try to try to createa new channel at the same frequency. Also, cable companies oftenhave extra signalswhere there shouldbe none. Try moving themodulator channel toanother number. Youmay have toadd a low passfilter to remove cable company noise. If a filter does not work, try adding a DC-block to remove common mode interference.
… The RF amplifier can be overloaded by abnormally strong signals. Often, you can cure the problem with a simple attenuator. Use a variable attenuator and try to find a signal level where the interference just disappears. Sometimes, the problem is one station that is far stronger than the rest. In this case, attenuatingall of thesignals with asimple attenuator willcause the desiredstations to be weak (snowy). You must reduce thestrength of onlythe offending station. A common FMtrap will help if the problem is a nearby FM tower. If the problem is a nearby TV station, often the station management can provide suitable filters.
Infrared Remote Control Problems … The mostcommon cause of IR problems are:
IR emitter not located directly abovesensor on the video device.
TV is radiating electrical noise. Reposition IRtarget.
IR target is ‘seeing’ optical noise,such as a solid state flourescent lamp. Reposition IR target.
Things to watch for:
Inexpensive DC block for RFInexpensive variable attenuator
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Warranty
600-094 Rev. C600-094 Rev. C
Multiplex Technology, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase or MTI will repair, or at its option, replace the defective product. To obtain warranty service, call MTI for a return material authorization (RMA) number and return the product prepaid to Multiplex Technology, Inc., 3001 Enterprise
Street, Brea, CA 92821, Attention: Customer Service.
Please put the RMA number on the outside of the carton.
Any implied warranty arising from the sale of the product including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for purpose are limited to the warranty stated above. MTI shall not be responsible for losses or damages or expenses, whether direct, consequential or incidental arising from the use of or the inability to use this product. Some states do not allow limitations on how long the implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation or incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state.
Gain: Antenna/CATV port to output: 0dB
Modulator input to output -10dB
Ant isolation (Modulator input to CATV/Ant): >80dB
Modulator input: +25dBmV (+85dBuV)
Bandwidth: 50-806MHz
Max CATV/Antenna input: 20dBmV (+80dBuV)
Power 15 VDC @ 250 mA
Power supply (included): 350-076
Dimensions: 6.3“ x 0.9” x 2.5“
16cm x 2.35cm x 6.35cm
Shipping weight: 4 lbs.(1.8kg)
Specifications: typical @ 25 C ± 5 C
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