Pico Macom TSMS-16A, TSMS-2150X User Manual

TSMS-2150X-16A

14V/18V SATELLITE

MULTI-SWITCH

Installation

And

Operation

Manual

P/N: 911051

PICO MACOM, INC. 12500 Foothill Boulevard, Lakeview Terrace, CA 91342 • [phone] • [phone] • FAX [phone]

OM2275N-1 REV. C

10/20/00

SA F E G U A R D S

Important Information

Product Inspection

Inspect the equipment for shipping damage.
Should any damage be discovered, immediately file
a claim with the carrier.

Important
Safety Instructions

To ensure proper installation and operation,
take a moment to read this guide before proceeding
with the installation. If you have any questions or
comments about the model TSMS-2150X-16A,
please contact your dealer or have him contact the
PICO MACOM Service Center at the phone num­bers on the bottom of the page.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET,
REFEr SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

!

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's en­closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte­nance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG

WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS
THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

ATTENCION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, NE PAS UTILISER CETTE

FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT
OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT
ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

1. Read Instructions - All safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and user instructions should

be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleansers.

6. Do Not Use Attachments - not recommended by the manufacturer
or they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool - and the like.

8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.

9. Ventilation - This video product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in
a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper venti­lation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered
to. Any slots or opening in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

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S A F E G U A R D S

Important Information

10. Grounding - This video product is equipped with a two prong
wall adapter. The shield of the power cord is ground.

11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed
so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them. Pay particular attention to cords and plugs, conve­nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet.

14. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power
circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
may be fatal.

15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instruction. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions. An improper adjustment may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.

19. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED

IN ARTICLE 810 - "RADIO AND TELEVISION

EQUIPMENT"

POWER LINES

GROUND CLAMP

PS

d

TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA
TERMINALS OF PRODUCT

GROUND WIRE
GROUND CLAMPS
OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUNDING ELECTRODE

DRIVEN 8 FEET (2.44M) INTO THE EARTH
IF REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES. SEE NEC
SECTION 810 - 21(f).

STANDOFF

b

INSULATORS

MAST
ANTENNA

LEAD-IN WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT

c

SERVICE
ENTRANCE
EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(e.g. interior metal water pipe)

SERVICE ENTRANCE
CONDUCTORS

G

ROUND CLAM

BONDING JUMPER

20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to deter­mine that the product is in proper operating conditions.

21. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - Before attempting to install this
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges.
a. Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm ) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm (aluminum,
No.7 AWG (10mm ) copper-clad steel or bronze wire or larger, as
ground wire.
b. Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off
insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22m) to 6 feet (1.83m) apart.
c. Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in
enters house.
d. A driven rod may be used as the grounding electrode where other
types of electrode systems do not exist. Refer to the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1984 for information.
e. Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG (13.3mm ) copper or
equivalent, when a separate antenna grounding electrode is used.

NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV
SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE
820 - 22 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES
FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR,
SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE
CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF
THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE
ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.

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