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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DESCRIPTION

and Specifications

TSMS-2150X-16A

14V/18V Satellite Multi-Switch

TSMS-2150X-16A

MULTI SWITCH

Features

Provides RHCP and LHCP switching for 16
receivers
Power adapter supplies power to
LNB's

Description

The TSMS-2150X-16A is a 14V/18V sat­ellite multi-switch used in all applications
that require satellite I.F. distribution from
950 - 2150 MHz. It will allow the user to
take two LNB outputs and provide inputs
to a maximum of sixteen receivers. The

Input selected by 14V/18V from satellite
receiver employing right and left hand
circular polarization
Ideal for smaller systems

TSMS-2150X-16A routes any of the inputs
to any of the outputs by utilizing the 14V/
18V switching control from the satellite
receivers. The TSMS-2150X-16A pro­vides an excellent way to simplify any
SMATV installation.

Specifications

LNB Output Frequency: 950-2150 MHz
Insertion Loss:

950 -1750 MHz -8 dB typical
1750 - 2050 MHz -13 dB typical
2050 - 2150 MHz -16 dB typical

Isolation:

RHCP to LHCP -35 dB typical
Output to Output -12 dB typical

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Switching Voltage:

13/14 Vdc RHCP
17/18 Vdc LHCP

Power - Wall Adaptor: 117 Vac, 60Hz
Connectors: "F" type
Dimensions: 19"L x 2.87"D x 1.75"H

(Specifications subject to change without notice)

Hook-up

OUT1OUT2OUT3OUT4OUT5OUT6OUT7OUT

DSS DISH

AND LNB

INSTAL L ATION

LNB RHCP

24VDC
600mA

8

(13/148V)

OUT1OUT2OUT3OUT4OUT5OUT6OUT7OUT

LNB LHCP

(17/18V)

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RECEIVER

1. Connect the RHCP LNB output and the LHCP LNB output to the RHCP(13/14V) and LHCP(17/18V)
inputs respectively of the TSMS-2150X-16A.

2. Connect an output port from the TSMS-2150X-16At to the input of a DSS receiver.

3. Plug the wall adaptor 3.5mm plug into the jack located in the back of the unit. Plug the adaptor into a
120Vac, 60Hz wall receptacle.

4. Each of the satellite receivers can select programs in either right or left hand circular polarities.
To select a right hand circular polarity, a 13/14 DC voltage is used and to select a left
hand circular polarity, a 17/18 DC voltage is used.

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W A R R A N T Y

FIVE YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY

ico Macom, Inc. war­rants to the original
purchaser this prod­uct shall be free of

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with only the limitations or exclusions
set out below.

During the warranty period Pico
Macom, Inc. or an authorized Pico
Macom service facility will provide,
free of charge, the parts and labor
necessary to correct defects in mate­rial and workmanship.

defects in material
and craftsmanship

Warranty Duration

This warranty shall terminate five
years from the original date of pur­chase of the product or at a time the
product is:

1. Misused or damaged due to

neglect or improper installation

2. Modified

3. Repaired by someone other

than the warrantor

4. Sold by the original purchaser

Statement of Remedy

To obtain such a warranty service,
contact the salesperson where the prod­uct was obtained. You will be issued

a Return Authorization (RA) number
which will be used to track your product.
Be prepared to provide:

1. The model number and channel
number of the product

2. The date of purchase

3. A specific identification of the

problem
Deliver the products to Pico Macom,
Inc. or ship the products in the original
packing material at the address at the
bottom of the page. Include satisfactory
evidence of the date of purchase.

Products will not be accepted by Pico
Macom, Inc. without the RA number
clearly indicated on the shipping label.

The foregoing constitutes the Pico
Macom, Inc. entire obligation with re­spect to this product and the original
purchaser and any user or owner shall
have no other remedy and no claim for

incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts or
do not allow the exclusions or limita­tion of incidental or consequential dam­ages, so the above limitation and exclu­sion may or may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific le­gal rights, and you also have rights which
vary from state to state.

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