Instruction manual

Table of Contents/Description/Specifications 1
54 - 806 MHz: Off-Air TV channels, CH 2-69.
75 Ohms.
-10 dBmV to + 35 dBmV.
VHF: 8 dB; UHF: 10 dB.
VHF: 65 dB; UHF: 50 dB.
82 channels, 54 to 550 MHz; Channels 2 to 78 and 95 to 99.
+60 dBmV (typically adjustable from +50 to +60 dBmV).
20 Hz to 4.2 MHz, ±3 dB.
±50 nSec.
±5 PPM of frequency difference between input and
output signals.
Typically -2 to -12 dB relative to input A/V ratio.
-58 dBc minimum, -60 dBc typical,
(measured at an input level between 0 to +20 dBmV).
-75 dBc typical, (4 MHz noise bandwidth @ ±12 MHz).
115 VAC (±10%), 60 Hz, 30 Watts.
0
0
C to +50
0
C, ambient.
19 in. (481 mm) W x 1.75 in. (44 mm) H x 8.75 in. (222 mm) D.
7.0 lbs. (3.2 Kg).
INPUT SECTION
Frequency Range:
Input Impedance:
RF Input Level :
Noise Figure:
Tuner Image Rejection:
OUTPUT SECTION
Frequency Range:
Output Level:
Video Frequency Response:
L-C Delay:
Frequency Stability:
A/V Ratio Adjustment:
Spurious Outputs:
Broadband Noise:
GENERAL
AC Power Input:
Operating Temperature:
Size:
Weight:
IF loop-thru capability in the 550TCP supplies a padded
IF output prior to channel conversion. This feature
provides the capability to replace the standard internally
generated IF output with an alternate source of composite
IF, or allows the insertion of IF scrambling equipment.
Coaxial connectors are provided for the RF Input, the
IF Loop-out and Loop-in, and the RF Output. All of the
mentioned features, combined with a carefully designed
low intermodulation output stage, provide reliable operation
in a densely crowded SMATV or cable environment.
The 550TCPT is a 550TCP with a built-in "T" channel
upconverter. See page 5 for details.
550TCP TERRESTRIAL CHANNEL PROCESSOR
POWER
INPUT
CHANNEL
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
SIGNAL OUTPUT ENABLED
OUTPUT LEVEL
A / V RATIO
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ii Caution Statements
ii Important Safety Instructions
iv Specifications
1 Table of Contents - Description
2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
2 Rear Panel Connections
3 Installation
4 Installation - List of Input and Output Channels
5 T Channel Upconverter
6 Service / If You Need To Call For Help
7 Warranty
SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION
The DRACOM 550TCP is a quality, frequency agile
channel processor capable of converting any VHF or UHF,
off-air signal to any standard output channel between 54
and 550 MHz. Input and output frequency are easily set
with front panel pushwheel switches. A/V ratio and output
level controls are also provided along with IF loop-through
connections to offer exceptional flexibility.
The synthesized input tuning permits reception of off-air TV
channels 2 through 69. A front panel signal indicator lights
for input signal strengths greater than a threshold value.
RF output level is front panel adjustable to
+60 dBmV maximum.