Vecima Networks TR707 Users Manual

TR707+
UHF Transceiver

A Member of the BWIN™ Family of Products

INTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE

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Approved: G.V.

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in the product(s) described in this manual at any time.

Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in Canada

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Before installing and operating this equipment, read all Safety, Installation and Operating sections. Retain
this manual for future reference.

2. Follow all instructions — Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit or severe personal injury.

3. Servicing should not be attempted by the user. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all
servicing to factory qualified personnel.

4. Shock Hazard — An electrical shock hazard exists when the chassis cover is removed as is required to
set internal controls. Always disconnect power from the unit before removing the cover.

5. Cleaning — Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
CAUTION: To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements in section 1.1307, a minimum separation

distance of 1.5 meters is required between this antenna and all persons.

LES PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

1. Avant d'installer ou d'opérer cet équipement, lisez, toutes les sections de sécurités, d'installations et
d'opérations. Gardez ce manuel comme source de référence.

2. Suivez toutes instructions - si non, vous risquez d'endommager la machine ou de vous blesser
sérieusement.

3. N'essayez, pas de réparer cet équipement vous même. Référez toutes révisions nécessaire au personnel
qualifié de la manufacture.

4. Risque de choc - Il y a un risque de décharge électrique qui existe quand la couverture du châssis est
enlevée, comme est nécessaire pour ajuster les contrôles internes. Il faut toujours couper l'électricité
avant d'enlever le couvercle pour faire aucun ajustage.

5. Le nettoyage - n'utilisez pas de nettoyeurs aérosols ou liquides. Utilisez un tissu humide pour nettoyer.

Attention Ne pas travailler sur le système ni brancher ou débrancher les câbles pendant un orage du

foudre.

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INDEX

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION.........................................................................................................1

1.1 Functional Overview...............................................................................................................................1

1.2 Module Features...................................................................................................................................... 1

1.3 Specifications ...........................................................................................................................................2

Transmitter Specifications....................................................................................................................................2

Receiver Specifications........................................................................................................................................ 2

RF port specifications...........................................................................................................................................2

IF Port Specifications...........................................................................................................................................2

General.................................................................................................................................................................2

2.0 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................... 3

2.1 Unpacking the Unit .................................................................................................................................3

2.2 Mounting the Unit...................................................................................................................................3

2.2.1 Mounting the TR707+.........................................................................................................................................3

2.2.2 Mounting the Antenna.........................................................................................................................................3

2.4 Connection to the Antenna.....................................................................................................................5

2.4 Connection to the Power Inserter and Cable Modem..........................................................................6

2.5 Waterproofing Connections ...................................................................................................................7

Step 1 ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Step 2 ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Step 3 ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

4.0 WARRANTY STATEMENT AND SERVICE POLICY.............................................................. 8

4.1 Warranty Statement................................................................................................................................8

4.2 Service Policies: How to Return an Item for Service:.......................................................................... 8

4.3 Repair Charges and Warranty Exemptions .........................................................................................9

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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Functional Overview

The Vecima Networks TR707+ is a subscriber transceiver for use in wireless systems. The TR707+ and
antenna are situated outdoors and connected to a cable modem indoors by standard RG-59 cable. A single
RF connector on the weatherproofed enclosure provides the interface to the transmit/receive antenna for rapid
setup. The transceiver is configured to work with standard cable modem frequency plans and levels,
permitting direct connection. The transceiver also includes an RF mute function to reduce power consumption
and broadband noise emissions.

1.2 Module Features

• +24 dBm output for high reverse channel system gain

• Low phase noise

• Automatic transmit RF mute (transmits only when an IF signal is present)

• Fully weatherized unit, suitable for outdoor mounting

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