PICO MACOM

MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System

MPC-16PS/CS Owners Manual

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MPC-16PS/CS Owners Manual

Safeguards
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 MPC-16PC/CS power supply and combiner/cooling system, please contact your dealer or
have him contact the PICO MACOM Service Center at the phone numbers on the bottom of the page.

CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu- alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte-
lated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may nance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to appliance.
persons.

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.

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 these instructions. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
2. Keep these instructions.
point where they exit from the apparatus.
3. Heed all warnings.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
4. Follow all instructions. manufacturer.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
6. Clean only with dry cloth. specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, unused for long periods of time.
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade not operate normally, or has been dropped.
or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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15. 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.

16. 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.

17. Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets and extension

cords as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind
into this product through openings as they may touch a. Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm) copper, No.8 AWG
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result (8.4mm) aluminum, No.7 AWG (10mm) copper-clad
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on steel or bronze wire or larger, as ground wire.
the product. b. Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house
with stand-off insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22m) to
19. Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the 6 feet (1.83m) apart.
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service c. Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to
personnel under the following conditions: where lead-in enters house.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. d. A driven rod may be used as the grounding electrode
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into where other types of electrode systems do not exist.
the product. Refer to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. 1984 for information.
d. If the product does not operate normally by follow- e. Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG
ing the operating instruction. Adjust only those con- (13.3mm) copper or equivalent, when a separate
trols that are covered by the operating instructions. antenna grounding electrode is used.
An improper adjustment may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified tech-
nician to restore the product to its normal operation.
WARNING - CAUTION!
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfor- THE THREE WIRE CABLE ASSEMBLIES EXITING THE
REAR OF THE UNIT ARE “HAZARDOUS LIVE” AND THE
mance—this indicates a need for service.
EXTERNAL WIRING CONNECTED TO THESE TERMI-
NALS REQUIRES INSTALLATION BY AN INSTRUCTED
20. Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required,
PERSON.
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same character
istics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
21. Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs
to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYS-
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating TEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820-22 OF
conditions. THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER
GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT
22. Outdoor Antenna Grounding: Before attempting to THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE
install this product, be sure the antenna or cable system GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE
is grounded so as to provide some protection against TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.
voltage surges and built-up static charges.

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MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System

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The Pico Macom MPC-16PS/CS is specifically designed for Pico Macom’s modular headend system. This three-in-one device
provides cooling, power for 16 modules, and a high isolation 16 port combiner all in a compact 1 RU system resulting in a 16
channel 3RU system. The power and RF connections are located in the rear of the chassis for accesibility and servicing ease.
High capacity blowers provide system cooling to 15 degrees ensuring long term reliability. Pico Macom backs this product with
its industry leading three year warranty.

Features
• High capacity blowers for superb cooling ensuring • High efficiency power supply, with two cooling
system long term reliability fans for long life performance

• Reduces dust buildup in rack and on equipment • 5 to 860MHz bandwidth high isolation combiner
provides spurious carrier rejection minimizing undesired
• Switching power supply, 90 to 265Vac for installation channel interaction thereby reducing picture distortion
flexibility and precise voltage regulation preventing
component damage • Auxillary AC outlet for convenience

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MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System RESET
MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System RESET

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Front View

120 Vac 60Hz 120Vac 60Hz 5A 600W MAX

120800W
Vac 60Hz 120Vac 60Hz 5A 600W MAX Class 2
800W 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 wiring
Class 2
15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 wiring
INPUTS OUTPUT
INPUTS OUTPUT

DC 12V 0.28A
DC 5V 0.28A
16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2

GND
DC 12V 0.28A
DC 5V 0.28A
16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2

GND
Rear View

Specifications Ordering Information

POWER SUPPLY MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System
Input 90 - 264Vac, 47-63Hz
Output 5V @ 5A, 12V @ 5A
Maximum Power 105W

COOLING SYSTEM
Rated fan voltage 12 Vdc
Fan speed 2500 rpm
Max. air flow 27.99m3/min.
Operating temperature 0° to 50°C

COMBINER
Bandwidth 5 - 860MHz
Frequency (MHz) 5 54 216 470 600 860
Insertion Loss (-dB) 23 23 23 23 24 26
Port - Port Isolation (-dB)
Adjcent ports 40 41 42 40 37 38
Opposite ports 75 71 64 66 55 57
Input Return Loss (-dB) 30 30 29 26 20 18
Output Return Loss (-dB) 32 31 27 22 21 21

Weight 8.5 lbs

Dimensions 19˝ (L), 9˝ (D), 1.75˝ (H)

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1 2

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MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System RESET

OFF

120 Vac 60Hz 120Vac 60Hz 5A 600W MAX

800W Class 2
wiring
15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1

INPUTS OUTPUT

DC 12V 0.28A
DC 5V 0.28A

GND
16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2

5
3 4 8 6 7

Front Pannel
1. Blower exhaust port:
• Cooling air exits these ports.
2. Power switch:
• Switch activates the power supply.
• The plug is considered the disconnect device and should “remain readily accessible”.
3. Power cord:
• Plug this three wire, standard U.S.A. type into a 90 - 265Vac outlet.
4. Convenience outlet:
• 117Vac, 600W
5. Input ports:
• Connect RF output to these ports. Adjacent ports, 1 to 3 to 5 etc. have 38dB minimum isolation.
Opposite ports 1 to 2, 3 to 4 etc. have 55dB minimum isolation.
6. Output port:
• Combined output signal present at this port.
7. Power cables:
• Connect each of these 3 pin cables to the modules.
8. Blower intake port:
• Cooling air enters these ports.

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MPC-16PS/CS Power Supply and Combiner/Cooling System RESET

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MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

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MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45

MPCM45
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MPC-16 W/16 Modulators

MPC-12C with 16 MPCM45 Modulators

Installation
1. Mount MPC-12C chassis onto a MOR-* steel equipment rack. Fasten the MPC-12C chassis with rack screws in the
bottom mounting holes first then insert them into the top mounting holes.
2. Insert MPCMA or MPCM45 or any other compatible mini-modulator into the chassis.
3. Mount the MPC-16PS/CS by placing it on top of the MPC-12C chassis.
Secure the unit to the rack with four rack screws.
4. Connect each of the 3-wire cables to the 3-pin connector at the rear of the modulator. Caution: When connect-
ing the 3-wire cables align the connector with the guide tab on the 3-pin connector. Also, be careful not to bend
the modulator 3-pin connector.
5. Connect the RF output of each modulator to each of the MPC-16PS/CS combiner inputs. For best isolation
connect each modulator in order i.e., modulator 1 to port 1, modulator 2 to port 2, modulator 3 to port 3, etc.
6. Turn on the MPC-16PS/CS and verify that the blowers and side cooling fans are operating and the modulator power
lights or channel displays are lit.

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Limited Warranty
Pico Macom warrants to the original purchaser that all of its new products are of sound design, quality materials and workmanship
at the time of manufacture and will be free from related defects for one year from the original purchase date. Pico Macom will repair
or, at its discretion, replace without cost to the original purchaser, the product which, upon inspection by Pico Macom, appears to be
defective or not conforming to factory specifications. Pico Macom will cover the cost of parts, labor, and return freight from factory.

Three-Year Limited Warranty

The power supply in this product is further covered by an extended 2-year period beyond the expiration of the original
1-year warranty, for a full 3-year period. Qualified equipment requiring factory repair during the extended 3-year period is
covered under our re-certification program. Re-certification fees under this program shall not exceed 20% of the product’s
List Price and, whenever possible, Pico Macom will attempt to upgrade performance to the latest improved specification.

Warranty Limitations
This warranty excludes coverage of damage or inoperability resulting from (1) use or installation other than in strict accordance
with Pico Macom’s written instructions, (2) disassembly or repair by someone other than Pico Macom or a Pico Macom authorized
repair center, (3) misuse, misapplication or abuse, (4) alteration, (5) lack of reasonable care or (6) wind, ice, snow, rain, lightning,
power surges, excessive heat, or any other weather conditions or acts of God. Pico Macom’s warranty with respect to third-party
proprietary sub-assembly modules and/or private-label products are limited to the duration and terms of third-party vendors’ war-
ranty. Pico Macom shall in no event and under no circumstances be liable or responsible for any consequential, indirect, incidental,
punitive, direct or special damages based upon breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict tort liability or otherwise or
any other legal theory, arising directly or indirectly from the sale, use, installation or failure of any product acquired by buyer from
Pico Macom. This limited warranty extends to the original purchaser. Pico Macom reserves the right to modify or discontinue this
warranty at Pico Macom’s sole discretion without notification. No other warrantees are expressed or implied.

Damage or Shortage Claims

Our shipping staff carefully packs and ships your orders in compliance with common carriers’ requirements. Please make note of
any obvious damage or shortage on the freight bill or carrier’s receipt next to your signature. The carrier’s agent must too sign ac-
knowledging the loss. Failure to do so may result in the carrier’s refusal to honor the claim. Please open your order immediately upon
receipt to check for concealed damage and compare the packing list to the items shipped. If damaged, keep the original shipping
cartons for possible inspection by the carrier. You must report claims for loss or damage within 3 days of delivery, while claims for
erroneous charges or price corrections must be presented within 30 days of invoice date.

Returning Shipped Items

To return any shipped items, including those shipped for warranty repairs or credit, call our Customer Service desk to request a Re-
turn Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Please reference the original invoice number and purchase date, and product serial
number (if any). Be certain to mark the RMA number on the package boldly and legibly. Unless we specify a different carrier, please
ship your returned items to us via UPS freight prepaid and fully insured. If returned for credit, we will promptly process your request
upon receipt of your return order.

Our Return Policy: Your Satisfaction Guaranteed

Our goal is your complete satisfaction. If for any reason, our products were not quite what you anticipated, simply call your customer
service rep and we will be happy to assist you in replacing or returning the order. You may return current, non-discontinued items for
full credit for up to 30 days from invoice date. Our requirements are simple: Excepting defective items, the products must be returned
in their original packaging and in re-salable condition. Restocking fees may otherwise apply beyond this period or if products are not
returned in their original condition. Please contact your customer service rep for more information.

*One-year warranty if sold outside U.S.A.

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