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 Caution
IThese servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not perform any servlcl"g other
than that contained in the Installation and Troubleshooting Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits lor a Class A digital device, pursuant to Par1 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to proVide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and. if not installed and used in accordance with the Installation Manual.
may cause harmful interference to radiO communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
General Instrument could void the user's authonty to operate this equipment under the rules and regulations of the FCC

Canadian Compliance
ThIS Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements 01 the Canadian InterfereniCe-Causing Equipment Requlations

Cel appareil numerique de la classe A respects toutes les exigences du Reglement sur Ie materiel brouilleur du Canada.

Special Symbols That Might Appear on the Equipment

This symbol Indicates that dangerous voltage levels are present within the equipment. These voltages are not
Insulated and may be of sufficient strength to caUSe senous bOdily injury when touched. Tho symbol may also
appear on schematics.

The exclamation point. within an equilateral triangle, is intended to aler1 the user to the presence of Imporlant
installation, servicing. and operating instructions in the documents accompanying the equipment.

This eqUipment operates over the marked Voltage and Frequency range without requiring manual setting of any
selector switches. Different types of line cord sets may be used for connections to the main supply circuit and
should comply with the Product Safety requirements of the country of uso. This equipment requires a grounding
conductor ill the line cord. The line cord provided with the equipment is acceptable for use with NEMA Style
5-15R ac receptacles supplying nominal 120 Volls

For continued protection against fire, replace all fuses only with fuses havmg the same electrtcal ratings marked
at the location of the fuse.

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 Contents

Section 1 Introduction
Using This Manual 1-2

Related Documentation 1-2

Document Conventions 1-2

If You Need Help 1-3

Calling for Repairs 1-3

Section 2 Overview
Functional Overview........................................ 2-1

Inputs 2-2

Gain Control 2-3

Upconversion 2-3

Programmable Configurations 2-4

Options 2-4

C6-RC-11 Kit 2-4

C6-DC 2-4

Model Conventions 2-5

Front Panel Controls and Indicators 2-5

Rear Panel Connectors 2-7

The Menu System 2-9

Using the Menus 2-9

Changing a Menu Item 2-10

Main Menu Description 2-10

Option Menu 2-11

Remote Menu 2-13

Warning Messages 2-14

Section 3 Installation
Before You Begin 3-1

Mounting the Upconverter 3-1

Operational Check 3-3

Switching Capabilities 3-4

Automatic AUX IF 3-4

Automatic PROGRAM IF 3-4

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IF Automatic Gain Control (AGC) 3-4

Selecting the RF Channel Frequency Plan 3-5

Typical Interconnections 3-6

CMTS / MVP II / C6U Upconverter Interconnection (Non-Phase Lock) 3-6

MVP II / C6U Upconverter Interconnection (Phase Lock) 3-8

C6R-VCII / CMTS / MVP II / C6U Upconverter Interconnection 3-9

C6R-VCII / CMTS / MVP II / C6U Upconverter Interconnection

(Phase Lock) 3-10

Dual Upconverter Interfacing with the MVP II (Non-Phase Lock) 3-11

Dual Upconverter Interfacing with the MVP II (Phase Lock) 3-12

1M 1000 (64 QAM) / C6U Interconnection 3-13

IRT 1000 / C6U Interconnection 3-14

Backup Mode . 3-15

Emergency Alert System 3-16

Appendix A Specifications
RF Output A-1

IF A-2

General A-2

Appendix 8 Frequency Plan

Appendix C Changing a Menu Item

Appendix 0 IF Selection Priority Chart

Figures
Figure 1-1 C6U front and rear views with remote control option .. 1-1

Figure 2-1 C6U functional block diagram .. 2-2

Figure 2-2 C6U front panel .. 2-5

Figure 2-3 C6U rear panel . 2-7

Figure 2-4 Menu relationships .. 2-9

Figure 3-1 Rack mounting .. 3-2

Figure 3-2 Connections for operational check .. 3-3

Figure 3-3 CMTS / MVP " / C6U upconverter connection . 3-6

Figure 3-4 MVP " / C6U interfacing using CW output . 3-8

Figure 3-5 C6R-VCII / CMTS / MVP II / C6U non-phase lock .. 3-9

Figure 3-6 C6R-VCII / CMTS / MVP II / C6U single upconverter, phase lock

connection , . 3-10

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Figure 3-7 MVP II / C6U dual upconverter interfacing . 3-11

Figure 3-8 MVP II / C6U dual upconverter interfacing . 3-12
Figure 3-9 1M 1000 / C6U interconnection " . 3-13
Figure 3-10 IRT 1000 / C6U interconnection . 3-14
Figure 3-11 MVP II connected to a C6U in a backup configuration . 3-15
Figure 3-12 C6E connected to the C6U . 3-16

Tables
Table 2-1 Description of controls and indicators . 2-6
Table 2-2 Description of connections . 2-7
Table 2-3 Description of Main menu items . 2-10
Table 2-4 Description of Option menu items . 2-11
Table 2-5 Description of Remote menu items . 2-13
Table 2-6 Description of flashing messages . 2-14

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 Section 1
Introduction

The General Instrument Commander 6' Frequency Agile Dual Upconverter, Model C6U,
converts intermediate frequency (IF) signals to a RF frequency. It has an expanded output
capability to 1 GHz. The C6U provides the solutions for the next generation analog and digital
broadband network applications with high performance signal upconversion and broadband
channel tuning capability in a compact and power efficient design. The C6U, which meets the
FCC Part 76 frequency rules, operates in STD, FREQ, HRC, IRC, or EIA channel modes.
Features of the C6U include:

Frequency selection in 12.5 kHz steps or by channel map

Front panel user-friendly interface keypad

Automatic IF switching if input fails

Easy to read LED display for system operational maintenance

Choice of independent or backup configuration

Internal sensors for IF and RF signals

Remote interface option board

• External phase lock capability

• dc power option

Front and rear views of the C6U are shown in Figure 1-1 with the remote control option
installed ..

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Using This Manual

This manual includes information and instructions required to install and operate the C6U.

Section 1 Introduction provides a brief product description, related documentation, the helpline
number, and repair return information.
Section 2 Overview describes the functions of the C6U, identifies the front panel displays and
controls, and describes the rear panel connectors and the menu system.
Section 3 Installation provides instructions on how to install and operate the C6U.
Appendix A Specifications provides the technical specifications for the C6U.
Appendix B Frequency Plan lists the frequency plan.
Appendix C Changing a Menu Item shows graphically how to change a menu item.
Appendix D IF Selection Priority Chart provides the priority chart for the IF.

Related Documentation
The following documents describe equipment which can be used with the C6U:

Modulating Video Processor Model MVP-Il Installation Manual

Satellite Receiver/ Decoder Model C6R- VCIl Installation Manual
Stereo Encoder Model CMTS Installation Manual
Remote Control Option Board C6-RC-Il Kit Installation Manual
• DC Power Option Board C6-DC Kit Installation Sheet
IMZOOO In-band Modulator Installation and Operation Manual
IRT1000 Integrated Receiuer Transcoder Installation and Operation Manual

Although these documents provide information that may be of interest to you, they are not
necessary to install or operate the C6U.

Document Conventions
Before you begin using the C6U, familiarize yourself with the stylistic conventions used in this
manual:

SMALL CAPS Denotes silk screening on the equipment, typically representing front and rear-panel
controls, I/O connections and indicators (LEOs).
* (asterisk) Indicates that there are several versions of the same model number and the information
applies to all models. When the information applies to a specific model, the complete
model number is given.

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If You Need Help

If you need assistance while working with the C6U, call the General Instrument Technical
Response Center at 1-888-GEN-INST (1-888-436-4678). The Technical Response Center is
open from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. When the Technical
Response Center is closed, emergency service only is available on a call-back basis.
When contacting the Technical Response Center from outside the United States, please use our
main switchboard number, 1-215-674-4800, extension 4200.

Calling for Repairs

If repair is necessary, call the General Instrument Repair Facility at 1-800-227-0450 for a
Return for Service Authorization (RSA) number before sending the unit. The RSA number
must be prominently displayed on all equipment cartons. The Repair Facility is open from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.

If calling from outside the United States, dial your appropriate international access code, then

dial 52-891-40739, to contact the Repair Facility.

When shipping equipment for repair, follow these steps:

1 Pack the unit securely.

2 Enclose a note describing the exact problem.
3 Enclose a copy ofthe invoice that verifies the warranty status.
4 Ship the unit PRE-PAID to the following address:
GI Communications
2009 McKenzie Road
Suite 102
Carrollton, TX 75006
Attn: RSA # _

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Section 2
Overview

The C6U is a downstream communications link used in analog and digital CATV headends. To
convert IF signals into cable frequency, or RF, output signals, the C6U consists oftwo
converters, referred to as converter A and converter B. Each converter has separate IF inputs
and frequency agile RF outputs with a tuning range from 50 MHz to 1 GHz. Because of its
expanded bandwidth capability, the C6U can address system upconversion needs in any
headend system application with television IF signals including:

Satellite-received analog and digital multiplex video broadcast

Locally originated and received signal services
Analog addressable channels
Digital signal (i.e., 64 QAM)
Video dialtone signal applications

The flexibility designed into the C6U enables the delivery of analog and digital video, audio,
and data for a multitude of service applications.
In an analog system, the C6U supports addressable channels. An encoded analog composite IF
signal is received from the encoder and upconverted for transmission on the transport network.
A modulating video processor, such as the General Instrument MVP II, is used to scramble
video, audio, and data information on an addressable channel in a CATV system.
In a digital system, the C6U accepts a 64 QAM modulated digital signal from General
Instrument Integrated Receiver Transcoder, Model IRT 1000. The IRT processes received
input signals, producing an IF signal appropriate fClr transmission in a 6 MHz cable television
picture.

Functional Overview
The main components of the C6U are two independent IF -to-RF upconverters. Both channel A
and B incorporate three separate, switchable IF inputs with an associated RF output: Primary
IF (IF IN), Auxiliary IF (AUX IN), and Program IF (PRGM IN). A functional block diagram of the
C6U, shown in Figure 2-1, illustrates the independent operation of the two upconverters.

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Figure 2-1
C6U functional block diagram

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Inputs
To ensure signal consistency, each of the three IF input sources includes a detector that is
monitored by the microprocessor unit (MPU). If the IF input drops below +25 dBmV, a
warning message appears on the front panel display.
To provide a fail safe alternative if your selected IF source is lost, the C6U allows you to:

Automatically activate an alternative input

Manually switch inputs using the menu

• Hard wire a selection on the rear panel terminal strip

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 Overview 2-3

Gain Control
Because switching between IF signal sources can result in unequal input, each converter is
equipped with an independent automatic gain control (AGC) circuit. These circuits guarantee
a constant input to the upconverter, a sample ofthe IF signal after the AGC processing and
before the frequency upconversion is available at the front panel 0 dBmV IF test connector.
AGC, however, should be disabled if the IF input is a sync-suppressed video or a digitally
modulated carrier. To disable AGC, select digital mode (MOD DIG) or scrambled mode (MOD
scm using the front panel keypad or the remote control.

CAUTION! AGC should be disabled if the IF input is a sync-suppressed video or a

digitally modulated carrier. To disable AGC, select digit mode (MOD DIG) or
scrambled mode (MODE SCR) using the front panel keypad or the remote control.

Upconversion
The C6U uses two mixers to upconvert the IF signal. The first upconverts the signal to a fixed
high frequency that ensures that any resulting spurious carriers are above the upper frequency
range ofthe C6U. This high frequency IF is amplified, filtered, and applied to the second
mixer that converts the high frequency IF carrier to the final output frequency between 50 and
1000 MHz. The second mixer frequency is controlled by the MPU to match the selected
frequency or channel setting. Ifthe MPU fails or the C6U loses phase lock, the RF output is
turned off automatically and a warning message is displayed on the front panel.
The RF output ofthe second mixer is applied to a variable loss PIN attenuator and controlled
by adjusting the RF output level via the main menu. This allows you to fine tune the C6U
output to match the headend output levels delivered to the system.
The RF signal is then applied to the output bandpass filter bank. The appropriate filter is
selected based on the C6U output channel or frequency. This filter system minimizes
broadband output noise and allows unlimited broadband combining without external bandpass
filters.
Finally, the filtered signal is fed to a wideband, low distortion amplifier capable of delivering an
operational RF output level of 60 dBmV or higher. The RF output of each converter is
monitored and a warning message is displayed when the signal falls below a predetermined
level or is lost completely. If the C6U is configured in the backup mode, the backup converter
is automatically activated and replaces the primary converter. A sample of the outputs of the
active converter is available at the -20 dB RF reference point on the front panel.

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Programmable Configurations
The C6U can be used in the following configurations for both digital and analog signals.

Dual Independent Mode Because of their separate IF input and RF circuitry, converter A and
converter B operate independently. Each can be programmed for a
different frequency or channel, and each RF output can be independently
adjusted.
Backup Mode Only one converter is active at anyone time; the other, which is parallel
processing the signal, serves as a backup in case the first fails. If the MPU,
which controls both converters, detects the loss of RF output signal or
phase lock on the primary converter, it deactivates the primary converter
and activates the backup converter which has exactly the same
configuration. To utilize backup mode, configure the primary converter to
your headend requirements and select the backup mode for the other
converter. This mode requires that you split the IF inputs and combine both
RF outputs as shown in Figure 16 in Section 3, Installation.
Idle Mode One converter is active and the other is placed in "hot standby" status, i.e.,
the converter is energized, but the RF output is turned off. Also, all warning
messages are suppressed except when the idle converter loses phase lock
or a valid IF is applied to the input (then IDLE A or IDLE B is displayed).

Options
The options available with the C6U are:

Remote Control Option Board, Model C6-RC-II Kit

DC Power Option Board, Model C6-DC
External phase lock ( only available as factory installed)

C6-RC-1I Kit
The C6-RC-II accessory module allows you to remotely control the upconverter via a personal
computer. All front panel controls, operating parameters, and adjustments can be
accomplished from a remote location. The remote control communications board with an
RS-485 type interface and RJ-12 connectors, as well as the appropriate software package is
included in this kit. The C6U must have a firmware revision of 2.0 or higher. The firmware
revision can be found using the Option menu. If the revision is not 2.0 or higher, please
contact the General Instrument Technical Response Center for assistance.

C6-DC
The dc power input option accepts dc power in the range of -20 to -60 Vdc. This option, which
includes a dc-to-dc converter and a rear panel terminal strip, replaces the standard ac power
input. This option is only available from the factory.

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Model Conventions
The model as it appears on your unit will reflect the options that are factory installed. The
basic upconverter unit without any options is C6U-XX. The naming conventions are shown
below:

C6UP-XX
C6U-XX
(R)(D)
IL dc power
L Remote control

For example, if your model is C6U-RX, the remote control board has been factory installed. The
C6UP-XX is equipped with the external phase lock capability.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

The front panel of the C6U upconverter, which includes test ports, an operational display, a
keypad for adjustments, and a status display, is illustrated in Figure 2-2.

Figure 2-2
C6U front panel

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SELECTED OUT
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SELECTED OUT r:::J REF IN
r:::J REMOTE

The following table describes the function of each item on the C6U front panel.

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Table 2-1
Description of controls and indicators

Key Feature Function

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A The -20 dB RF test point connector provides a sample of both
6 rear panel RF output signals (marked RF OUT). The signal level
measured at this connector is -20 dB nominal relative to the RF
output level at the rear panel. This port should be used for level
indication only and not for spurious or intermodulation
measurements. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
B The 0 dBmV IF test point provides a sample of either converter A
or converter B composite IF signal which is being fed to the output
upconverter. This port should be used for level indication only and
not for spurious or intermodulation measurements. This is an
F-type coaxial connector.
c The eight digit alphanumeric LED display shows all functions and
controls used to operate the C6U.
D The keypad with four arrow push buttons is used to navigate
through the menus. When the desired menu item is reached, the
right arrow key is used to access the functions.
E The ENT (ENTER) key implements changes made to functions and
menus.
F Converter A indicators (when lit):

ALT Digital or scrambled modulation selected as the input

IF IF port selected
AUX AUX port selected
PGM PGM port selected
RF OUT Valid RF output level detected
Converter B indicators (when lit):
ALT Digital or scrambled modulation selected as the input
IF IF port selected
AUX AUX port selected
PGM PGM port selected
RFOUT Valid RF output level detected
Pressing any key on the front panel will cause one of the A or B
LEDs to flash for approximately 30 seconds and indicate which
converter is being programmed.
G The operating status display contains the following six LED
indicators:

A IDLE Lights when converter A is programmed for idle mode

A BACKUP Lights when converter A is programmed to be a
backup to the primary converter
B IDLE Lights when converter B is programmed for idle mode
B BACKUP Lights when converter B is programmed to be a
backup to the primary converter
REF IN Lights when a valid external reference is present at
the rear panel
REMOTE Lights when the remote control is activated

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Rear Panel Connectors

The rear panel of the C6U upconverter is illustrated in Figure 2-3.

Figure 2-3
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WARNING! RF OUT is a high performance RF connector. : : . - Less than

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dimensions may cause physical damage. The center

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conductor diameter must be less than 32 ±2 mil
(0.8 ±0.05 mm) and shorter than 125 mil (3.2 mm) Diameter less than
32 +/-2 mil (0.8 +/-0.05 mm)
measuring from the edge of the connector as illustrated.

The following table describes the features on the rear panel of the C6U modulator.

Table 2-2
Description of connections

Key Feature Function

B
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IF IN
Power line connector. Label indicates input power range.

IF IN connector (converter A). The main IF input accepts a 45.75 MHz

~ composite IF signal. This input precedes the IF gain control circuitry
and can accommodate levels of 25 to 35 dBmV. This is an F-type
coaxial connector.

C AUX IN connector (converter A). The AUX IN connector accepts an

alternate IF signal. This input precedes the IF gain control circuitry
and can accommodate levels of 25 to 35 dBmV. This is an F-type
coaxial connector.

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Key Feature Function

D PRGM IN connector (converter A). The PRGM IN connector has the

same characteristics as the AUX IN connector. This is an F-type
coaxial connector.
R~ OUT
E RF OUT connector (converter A). The RF output signals are adjusted
@) through the menu. The operational output level is +60.0 dBmV. This
is an F-type coaxial connector.
F cw OUT connector. This connector provides a +50 dBmV minimum
un modulated picture IF carrier for use with the MVP-II video encoder
for phase lock operation. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
G REMOTE connector. See the Remote Control Option Installation
Manual for details on the function of these connections.
H OFF/ON BYPASS switch. ON allows use of remote control option. OFF
internally disconnects the use of remote for the C6U only. This
switch affects both converter A and B.
REF OUT and REF IN connectors. REF IN is used to apply comb
generator reference signals for phase lock operation. The REF OUT
connector is a loop through connection from the REF IN connector with
an insertion loss of 1.0 dB maximum. The frequency of REF IN must
be 6 MHz for NTSC operation. Only available when the Phaselock
option is installed. These are F-type coaxial connectors.
J Terminal block. AUX A, PRGM A, AUX B, PRGM B selection terminals are
activated by connecting them to one of the ground terminals on the
block.
K ~ Label with description of terminals on terminal block.
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L
e IF INconnector (converter B). The main IF input accepts a composite
IF signal. This input precedes the IF gain control circuitry and can
accommodate levels of 25 to 35 dBmV. This is an F-type coaxial
connector.
AUXIN
M AUX IN connector (converter B). The AUX IN connector accepts an
~ alternate composite IF signal. This input precedes the IF gain control
circuitry and can accommodate levels of 25 to 35 dBmV. This is an
F-type coaxial connector.
N PRGM IN connector (converter B). The PRGM IN connector has the
same characteristics as the AUX IN connector. This is an F-type
coaxial connector.
o RFOUT
RF OUT connector (converter B). The RF output signals are adjusted
@) through the menu. The operational output level is +60.0 dBmV. This
is an F-type coaxial connector.

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The Menu System

Operating parameters of the C6U are set by menus which are accessed by the four arrow keys
and the ENT key located on the front panel. The relationship of the menus is shown graphically
in Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4
Menu relationships

Down~ MAIN OPTION ~ Down

V MENU MENU '\
Channel/frequency
Select converter
~ Idle mode
RF squelch
Converter title Tuning mode
Select input IFAGC
RF output level

~
IF MGC
Option menu Modulation type
Remote menu
~ Auxiliary IF AUTO
Program IF AUTO
Up& Model
Firmware revision
Test inputs

REMOTE
~ Down Test LEOs
Right '\ Phase lock
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MENU
'-=-' v Remote on/off Address high
Baud rate Address low
Remote type Backup mode

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Using the Menus

When the unit is powered, the first item on the Main menu appears on the LED display. To
reach any other Main menu item. use the up or down arrow key. To move to the Option or
Remote menu, press the down arrow key until the appropriate menu name appears. Then
press the right arrow key. To return to the Main menu, press the left arrow key.
To change a menu item, select it, then press the right arrow key. The selected item will begin
to flash. Press the up or down arrow keys until the desired item or value is reached. Press ENT
to implement the new value. If a new value is not specified, the item will return to its previous
state after a short delay.
Ifthe display shows NA, it indicates Not Available or Not Applicable.

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Changing a Menu Item

When changing a menu item, follow this procedure:

1 If the item is on the Main menu, use the up and down arrow keys to display it.
2 If the item is on the Option menu or the Remote menu, use the up or down arrow key until
the menu you want is displayed. Press the right arrow key to display the first item on the
menu selected. Use the up or down arrow key to display the menu item you wish to
change.
3 When the menu item you want to change appears on the display, press the right arrow key.
The changeable part of the menu item will flash.
4 Use the up or down arrow key to change the item until it reaches the desired value or
option.
5 To implement the change, press the ENT key.
6 If you decide not to make the change, press the left arrow key to exit the menu, or take no
action. If you take no action, the flashing item will revert to its previous state after a short
delay.

See Appendix C, Changing a Menu Item for a graphical description of how to change a menu
item.

Main Menu Description

The following table describes each item on the Main menu and how to use it.

Table 2-3
Description of Main menu items

Main Menu Item Appearance Description

Channel/frequency I CH002STO I Displays the channel number or frequency of the RF output.

OR The first character indicates the converter.
I '321. 2S00 I

Select Converter I CNI/TR R I

Selects either converter A or converter B.
OR
I CNI/TR B I
Converter title I GI CORP I Displays the name you assign to converter A or converter B.

Select input I/NPUT IF I Allows you to switch by using the menu from the main IF IN to
OR AUX INor PRGM IN.
I/NPT RUX I
OR
I/NPT PGI'II
RF output level I RF'" 1 Adjusts the RF output level. Increase or decrease the level
OR by holding down the up or down arrow key until the desired
IRF 2SS1 value is reached. Level is indicated by the number of tick
marks. To display a numerical indicator with a range of 0 to
255, press the right arrow key. To implement the new value,
press ENT.

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 Overview 2-11

Main Menu Item Appearance Description

Option menu I OPT nENU I Provides access to the Option menu. Press the right arrow
key to enter the Option menu.
Remote menu I REl7 nENU I Allows access to the Remote menu when the option is
OR installed. NA means not available.
I REn I'/R I

Option Menu
To access the Option menu, display OPT MENU on the Main menu and press the right arrow
key. To reach any item on the menu, use the up or down arrow key. The following table
describes each item on the Option menu.
Table 2-4
Description of Option menu items

Option Menu Item Appearance Description

Idle mode I IDLE OFF I Places selected converter in idle mode which turns off the RF
OR output, disables the warning messages, and keeps the
IDLE ON I converter energized. This permits you to use only one of the
converters without enabling the warning menus. Detection of
an IF signal in the idle mode will trigger the flashing warning A
IDLE or B IDLE. Parameter setting is allowed except that you
cannot:
Turn RF on
Back up the idle converter
Back up to the idle converter
To reactivate an idle converter:
Manually turn off the idle mode, and
Manually turn on the RF
RF squelch I RF ON I Turns the RF output on or off. The right arrow key causes the
OR item (e.g., ON) to flash. The up arrow key toggles between ON
I RF OFF I and OFF. Pressing ENT implements the choice. This menu
item is mainly for testing, and should always be ON for normal
operation.
Tuning mode InooE IRC I Allows choice of IRC, HRC, STD, FRO, or EIA frequency plan.
The right arrow key causes the choice (e.g., STD) to flash. The
Inoot HRCI up or down arrow key pages through the flashing choices (IRC,
Inoot 5TOI HRC, STD, FRO, EIA). The ENT key implements the choice. If
FRO is chosen, the RF output frequency appears and the
Inoot FRol
desired frequency must be entered by using the up or down
InooE" E IRI arrow key. For any other choice (e.g., STD) the channel
number flashes. The channel number must then be entered by
using the up or down arrow key. After selecting the channel
number, press ENT to implement the choice. When the change
is made, the system automatically exits to the Main menu.

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Option Menu Item Appearance Description

If HRC is selected without a valid external reference, a warning

message is displayed (A INT REF or B INT REF).
IFAGC I IRfi[ ONI Toggles IF AGC between ON (IAGC ON) and OFF (IAGC
OR OFF).
IRfi[ OFF!
IFMGC trlfiC'"' I Allows you to manually control IF gain when automatic gain
OR control (IAGC) is turned off. Relative magnitude is indicated by
trlfi[ 2551 tick marks or by a numerical range from 0 to 255.
OR
trlfi[ NOTE: The IAGC is automatically turned off when digital or
NRI
scrambled modulation is selected. IMGC is then automatically
activated.
Modulation type II'JOQU RNRI Selects the type of expected input modulation: analog, digital,
OR or scrambled. If digital or scrambled modulation is chosen, the
II'JOQU D lfi I IAGC is automatically disabled, IMGC is automatically activated,
and the AL T LED on the front panel is turned on.
II'JODU S[RI
Auxiliary IF AUTO IRUXR ON! Toggles ON or OFF the automatic use of auxiliary IF when the
OR main IF signal is lost.
IRUXR OFF I
Program IF AUTO IPfil'JR ONI Toggles ON and OFF the automatic use of program IF when
OR the main IF and the auxiliary IF signals are lost.
IPfil'JR OFF I
Model I[W I Displays the model number of the unit.

Firmware revision !REV DO I Displays the firmware revision number.

Test inputs I TEST IN Selects the input sources to the unit for testing or
OR troubleshooting.
TEST IF
OR
TEST RUX
OR
TEST Pfil'J
Test LEOs TEST LED Lights all LEDs for testing.

Phaselock REF INT AUT indicates that the reference signal is received through the
OR REF IN connector. INT indicates use of the internal reference
REF RUT signal. Note that:
If phase lock is lost, the RF is turned off
If external reference is lost, system defaults to internal
reference
Address high I HJI.{COODO I Displays the first seven characters of the unit's remote control
address.
Address low IL OONS3! Displays the last six characters of the unit's remote control
address. The address is factory installed and cannot be
changed.

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Option Menu Item Appearance Description

Backup mode IBRKVP NDI Allows either converter to be used in the backup mode. In this
OR mode the system automatically copies the settings of the
IBRKVP RI primary converter to the backup converter. The backup
converter output is then disabled without triggering a flashing
warning, and its RF is turned on only if the A UNLOCK or B
UNLOCK, or the A NO RF or B NO RF warning is sensed. If
the primary converter fails, its output is turned off and the
flashing warning "BACKUP" is displayed. Reactivation of the
primary converter requires user intervention.
When you are programming converter A, only BACKUP A will
be displayed, and when you are programming converter B, only
BACKUP B will be displayed. Note that you cannot:
Idle a backup converter.
Backup an idle converter.
Backup to a backup converter
You can check inputs at the IF test point on the front panel
while in backup mode. Use the Option menu to select the type
of input.

Remote Menu
When the optional C6-RC-II Kit is installed, the following items appear on the Remote menu.

Table 2-5
Description of Remote menu items

Remote Menu Item Appearance Description

Remote on/off IPROG ONI Toggles between ON and OFF. It must be ON for
OR remote operation. When it is ON, operating
IPROG DFFI parameters cannot be changed locally.

Baud rate laRVa 38KI Displays communication rate. This parameter cannot
OR be changed.
laRva 79KI
Remote type I [6R[2 RI Displays the remote type. This parameter cannot be
changed.

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Warning Messages
Flashing messages appear on the front-panel LED display to warn you ofthe current status of
each converter. For example, if you select the AUX terminal on the rear panel terminal strip,
but inadvertently plug into the IF connector, the warning message will be NO AUX. If both
converters fail, the warning will alternate between A RF OFF and B RF OFF.
Pressing any key on the front panel turns off a flashing warning message for 15 seconds.
All of the warning messages are described in the following table.

Table 2-6
Description of flashing messages

Flashing Message Meaning

A RF OFF Output of converter A is turned off.

B RF OFF Output of converter B is turned off.

NO REF No external reference.

AINTREF HRC selected with no valid external reference.

BINTREF HRC selected with no valid external reference.

A UNLOCK Phase-locked loop is unlocked for converter A.

B UNLOCK Phase-locked loop is unlocked for converter B.

ANOIF No valid IF input for converter A.

B NO IF No valid IF input for converter B.

A NO RF Converter A has lost RF.

A NO AUX Converter A has no AUX signal.

A NO PGM Converter A has no PGM signal.

B NO RF Converter B has lost RF.

B NO AUX Converter B has no AUX signal.

B NO PGM Converter B has no PGM signal.

AIDLE Converter A in IDLE mode.

BIDLE Converter B in IDLE mode.

BACKUP Converter A or Converter B is in backup mode.

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 Section 3
Installation

This section provides step-by-step instructions for installing the C6U, checking its operation
and connecting it to other equipment. In this process, you will perform the following tasks:

• Mounting the upconverter

• Attaching cables
Setting special features

Before You Begin

Before beginning the installation, check that you have the following items with your C6U unit:

Power cord Acceptable for use with NEMA Style 5-15R ac receptacles supplying
nominal 120 Volts.
Mounting screws with washers Provided to mount the unit in the rack.
75-ohm terminators Provided for the unused IF or RF connections.
Jumper wire Provided for manual IF connections on the terminal block.
Terminal screws Provided as spare parts for the terminal block.

Mounting the Upconverter

Mount the unit in a standard 19-inch rack. Provide an open space 1. 75 inches above and below
the unit to allow for the free flow of air. If the equipment operates continuously in a closed
cabinet, use forced air circulation to ensure maximum equipment life and optimum
performance.
To maximize product life, refer to National Electric Code (NEC) guidelines for proper
/-,'Tounding ofthe C6U to equipment racks, and to the grounding system of the building.

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To fasten the unit in place:

1 Insert four screws through the mounting holes in the front panel as shown in Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-1
Rack mounting

Rear supports
(part # 213-883-000) l
~<P
~~<P
£V
",

",
",
",
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",
",
",
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",
",
",
",
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Front 1.75"
spacing

1 Brace the unit with rear supports for improved stability as shown in Figure 3-1.

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Operational Check
The connections for a typical operational check are shown in Figure 3 -2. Although this figure
shows an MVP II as the signal source, an 1M 1000 IQAM modulator), or some other modulator
could provide the input signal. To test the basic operation of the unit, follow this procedure:

1 Connect the MVP II to the C6U as shown in Figure 3-2.

Figure 3-2
Connections for operational check

~
MVP II
~----'-UX-'F-'N-rr-"C-AR-RIF-R-P'-XL-C -8-,P-HAS-'-8IP-H.-"---------""'-,-,,~= =
Baseband
audio
====~PR;;OC;~::--="""-'
3=1 Baseband ( (
video &iA_

~
IFOUT IN I~ IN IN OUT OJT-V1DEO-IN

~ <:> <:> <:> <:> <:> <:> l"m~o"l~o""1 <:>V~R<:>

~ GI~ J '/ 111111111111
/" ,/ - .... OF'f"I,N
AC 115V 24DV J5W OFF ON OFF 0'" RFMOTF ADDRESS SERVICE CODE EMUL OPTIClNS

75 ohm
terminator

+30
dBmV ~
C6U-RX
- - - - ~
REFIN ~

.
m~~If~!!!~o0m
REFOl1l IFIN AU);. IN PRGM IN

BYPASS
OO ~<:> <:> <:> RFOUT
,~<. ~
00 OFF
Gl

""'.,~oo,,",~'"" ! To r~::~~:: § +60 = ! COMMOO

monitor . / ) dBmV
75 ohm
terminator

2 Plug the unit into an appropriate power source and allow it to warm up for 15 minutes.
3 Terminate all unused IF and RF connectors on the C6U rear panel with 75-ohm
terminators.
4 Set the MVP II to a clear (nonscrambled) mode.
5 Set the video carrier output ofthe MVP II to 30 ± 0.25 dBmV, including sync tip. Measure
the output with a spectrum analyzer,
6 Activate converter B using the Main menu.
7 Put converter B in the idle mode using the Option menu.
8 Activate converter A using the Main menu.
9 Connect the MVP II output to the IF input of converter A of the C6U.
10 Choose modulation type MODU ANA on the Option menu.
11 Verify that IF AGC is ON using the Option menu.

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12 Tune to the desired test channel using the Main menu of the C6U.
13 Connect a spectrum analyzer to the RF OUT connector of converter A.

14 Measure the RF output. Set the output level to 60 ±0.25 dBmV by adjusting the RF output
level control on the Main menu of the C6U.
15 Connect a receiver and monitor to the RF OUT connector of converter A through a 40 or
50 dB attenuator.
16 Tune the receiver to the same channel as the C6D.
17 Verify that there is a picture on the monitor.

18 Verify that there are no warning messages on the C6U display.

19 Repeat the same procedure for converter B. To turn on converter B, turn off the idle mode
for converter B and turn on the RF output for converter B.

Switching Capabilities
Switching capabilities apply to both converter A and converter B. Priorities for switching are
shown in Appendix D, IF Selection Priority Chart.

Automatic AUX IF
Automatic switching of the IF input to the AUX IN input can be turned on by choosing AUXA ON
from the Option menu. The unit will automatically switch to AUX IN only when the respective
main IF is lost.

Automatic PROGRAM IF
Automatic switching ofthe IF input to the PRGM IN input can be turned on by choosing PGMA
ON from the Option menu. The unit will switch to PRGM IN only if main IF is lost and AUXA is
not active.

IF Automatic Gain Control (AGC)

IF AGC (lAGC) is provided so that IF switching can be used without critically balancing the
levels of the IF signal sources. This AGC is a video-sync, tip-referenced, peak detector type.
Ifthe sync information is modified by IF sync suppression scrambling, or if a digitally
modulated signal is used, a constant peak reference will no longer be available for AGC
operation, and variation in carrier level with picture content will result. Therefore, IF AGC
operation must be turned off when sync suppression scrambling is present.
To turn off the IF AGC, go to the Option menu and choose the IF AGC menu item. Change
from IAGC ON to IAGC OFF. As soon as the change is made, manual gain control becomes
available.
Note: When MOD DIG (modulation, digital) or MOD SCR (modulation, scrambled) is chosen
from the Option menu, the IF AGC is automatically turned off The manual gain
control menu ([MGC) is then automatically displayed and made available.

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 Installation 3-5

Selecting the RF Channel Frequency Plan

The C6U meets the FCC Part 76 Frequency Rules. It operates in STD, IRC, HRC, FRQ, or EIA
modes. The difference between IRC and Standard frequency plans is the following:

• For the HRC Phase Lock Mode, channels 54, 55, and 56 are used in the low band in place of
channels 5 and 6.
For the Standard Mode, channels 5 and 6 are located at the standard frequency
assignments. Channels 54, 55, and 56 are at the IRC frequencies. Channels 42, 60, and 61
have the +25 kHz FCC frequency offsets built in.

To select a mode, go to the Option menu and choose Tuning mode. Select MODE IRC, MODE
HRC, MODE STD, MODE FRQ, or MODE EIA.
Appendix B, Frequency Plan shows the relationship between channel and frequency for the
modes.

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Typical Interconnections

CMTS I MVP III C6U Upconverter Interconnection (Non-Phase Lock)

Figure 3-3 shows how the CMTS and the MVP II can be connected to the single C6U.

Figure 3-3
CMTS I MVP III C6U upconverter connection

Baseband L BasebanrI
stereo video
CMTS audio R
~---------------------1-- - -1----

8 AC 115V 0 'FOT 0
45 Mft COMPOSITE If

+GND-mGNO~GNO+GND-
L.sAPIN..I MONO L-BA.SE ....
+GND-
""'RIGHT....
+GND-
L-lEFT....
+~D-
""'RIGHT....
+MD-
L-IFFT.... 00
L...REMOT~ BAND INPUT B INPUT,. OUT IN
POWER OUT

MVP II
AUX iF INT£RCARRIER PIX LO BIPHASE BIPHASE P~Sf-VIDEO-IN

o "[]]R0
IF OUT IN IN IN IN OUT

000000 []I l::J OFF ON

AC I'SV24QV 35W _ _....::O:;,;.FF ON OFF ON RrMQlT i\DD~rSS

I
Intercarrier switch

must be on

75 ohm 75 ohm
terminator terminator

C6U-RX
Q
dBmV
+30 ~
- - - - -
mLt:.<:>,~,,~ 0 Om ~ '0 0, ~ 0 00 0

AUX IN PRGM IN

"'W."', To :::'"§,
combiner . / )
~ conve~:::·I.I.I.I.I.1
IF AGe must be
~.m .. ~_._'

network disabled 750hm

+60 dBmV terminator

When connecting the MVP II to the C6U, check the IF setup in the MVP II installation manual
as a guide and f()llow these steps:

1 Set the MVP II to a clear (non-scrambled) mode.

2 Set the video carrier output of the MVP II to 30 ±0.25 dBmV, including sync tip. Measure
the output with a spectrum analyzer.

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 Installation 3-7

3 Activate converter B using the Main menu.

4 Put converter B in the idle mode using the Option menu.
5 Activate converter A using the Main menu.
6 Connect the MVP II output to the IF input of converter A of the C6D.
7 Choose modulation type MODU ANA (analog modulation) from the Option menu.
8 Verify that IF AGC is ON using the Option menu.
9 Tune to the desired test channel using the Main menu of the C6U.
10 Connect a spectrum analyzer to the RF OUT connector of converter A.
11 Measure the RF output. Set the output level to 60 ±0.25 dBmV by adjusting the RF output
level control on the Main menu of the C6U.
12 Activate the MODU SCR (scrambled modulation) mode on the Option menu.

13 Verify that IF MGC (manual gain control) is ON using the Option menu. Also, the LED
labeled ALT in the bar graph should be lit for converter A.
14 Adjust the RF output level, if required, to 60 ±0.25 dBmV using the IF MGC ( manual gain
controll on the Option menu. Do not use RF output level control on the Main menu to
adjust the RF output level.
15 If you cannot achieve the exact value you want using the Option menu, then you may
adjust the C6U output using the CaMP IF control ofthe MVP II. This control is to be used
for slight adjustments only. Be sure not to exceed 32 dBmV at the IF output of the MVP II.
16 Set the MVP II to the desired scrambled mode.

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3-8 Installation

MVP III C6U Upconverter Interconnection (Phase Lock)

Figure 3-4 illustrates the connection ofthe MVP II and C6U in a phase lock upconversion.

Figure 3-4
MVP III C6U interfacing using CW output

~
Baseband
Baseband Video~ \ \
MVP II audio ~ __ ~

~ ij) ~iffi~ ~ ~'_'~'-II--((f)J""Pt~""OC--:-~-L;:-:"':((f)J=:=::::'''''

ACmV24DVJ6W OfF ON OFf ON _

L PIX LO switch
must be on

+30 dBmV
75 ohm
To next Reference terminator

___
C6UP-RX ~TI tt"'ll C_6U_~_B generator ~
-------

75 ohm
terminator

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 Installation 3-9

C6R-VCIII CMTS I MVP III C6U Upconverter Interconnection

Figure 3-5 shows non-phase lock connections for a single upconverter.

Figure 3-5
CGR-VCIlI CMTS I MVP III CGU non-phase lock

CMTS ~
__~--------------------I-
- --I-----f.!:::::!n1J_
.+GNC-
L..sAPw..l
STIGNOAlBGNO+GND-
MONO L.SASE..J
L..REMOTE--I BANe
+GltO-
LRIGI'T..J
+G!tD-
~LEfl,.J
INPU18
+GND-
~IGHT'"
+GND~
~ LEFT'"
INPl..JT ,A
00
OUT IN
0"'

Video

MVPII
___ ~
"TI

I
I~CIC1 01F~iJT 0AU~JFJNIT;;'-I'ROPJ:NLO
T"i
\;J
aJ El
::;:'
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0"':""
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IlJm/m.'m....m-l1'l....mht
~
'f<lJDI()OOr. AUDIO ..
11111111111111
I
PROC

OFF ON
-­
OlIT -VIDEO-I~

OV~R0
AC 115V 240V35W (.r....I OFF ..::ON:......:O:...Ff....;O;;:.N ~Rf=MO"'TE~AO~O::;RE"'SS~S~ER:::~C"'E~CO~OE~E~Mue:.l~ _ _~op1.llM~)NS"__J' ___l

';: : ; I
Intercarrier switch

must be on

75 ohm

terminator

.. C6U-RX ~
__-.r:b!n'l------S--------------------
__ n

75 ohm
terminator

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3-10 Installation

C6R-VCIII CMTS I MVP III C6U Upconverter Interconnection

(Phase Lock)
Figure 3-6 shows phase lock connections for a single upconverter.

Figure 3-6
C6R-VCIII CMTS I MVP III C6U single upconverter, phase lock connection

I \
CMTS
~-------------------I---

45 r.41-t: CO"lPOSITE IF

-t GND -
~IGI-f'loooI
"+ G~) -
L.LEFT....
I-."'JT'I.
00

OLJT IN

MVP II

AUX F ImRCAAAER rlYlO BIPHASE 8lPHASE d~R8I~8I!1 ~tf-VIDEC'-I'I,I

~ (500 <:)~R
~ 0 6~JClI~~M:I~,"''''!''',""~''.1~0~'GJ~,,~oR~0J
... Q] ~
orr ON 5:::~J1('F({)DF
I CFF "
AC 115V2LCVJ5W
-1- 8fT ON
- REMOTEADORESS EMLIL 'J-'1l11N::.

Intercarrier PIX LO

switch sWitch

must be on must be on

750hm
To next~ BReference terminator
C6U generator ~
C6UP-RX
-rn'-----rrTl---- ----~

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Installation 3-11

Dual Upconverter Interfacing with the MVP II (Non-Phase Lock)

Figure 3-7 shows non-phase lock connections for two upconverters.

Figure 3-7
MVP III C6U dual upconverter interfacing

Baseband ~ Baseband (r
MVP II ==::1 video §§L audio
---------------------""-,,,~t ===~P:::::R-OC;---------l!~-=-,
0UT
AUX1;:: INTERCI\RRIER PIXLO BIPHASE BIPHA'iE: ~ V OED

~
_:
__
;;,,;.
~ q,,;,I
0'N 0'N 0'N 00~1 ~ 1M,VlOarrll\L()lOlNI
0 -vCD -0'N
•
'
R
•

AC 11':N24QV 35W
aI
OF\: ON
ID
OFF ON REMOTE ADDRESS 3ERVICE CODE
1,lllIln" I !)
EMU~ OPTIONS
ON OFF

75 ohm

C6U-RX
_-rr-,'l-----­
+30
dBmV 9
terminator

---------------------~

8YPASS
RHout

O 0
REFIN ~2 1 • J i

Fl..K~X?OHO""~~?C"O 0. <:> 0
IFIN AUX IN PRGM IN

RFOUT

~
ONdr
CONVERTERB """",.'"

~-;::t
"il-20f:Y'JO-liCH.lOOlJ·,":"I !

To output ~. Converter A IF AGC

~
I­
put
combiner and converter B IF AGC combi ner
network must be disabled network
+60 dBmV +60 dB mV

+ 30 Baseband ~
3 Basebandg

--~
MVP II

AI:, 115V 240V 35W

~
.......
dBmV
C::!

'N 'N 'N 'N OUT

Irom

00 0 0 0 0
aJ
AUX IF INTERCARRIER PIX LO

OFF ON
IDON
OFF
BIPHASE BIPHASE:

ItJ
REMOTE ADDRESS
"'/1.{-
audio

3ERV:CE CODE
""""~==
~
EMUL
IALOIOOJ1/ ,U:HOIN

11111111111111
OPTIONS
I
0
video

P&Cf-VIDEO-I,..
V

OFF
a: 0
-
R

ON

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Dual Upconverter Interfacing with the MVP II (Phase Lock)

Figure 3-8 shows the interconnections for dual upconverters with phase lock operation.

Figure 3-8
MVP III C6U dual upconverter intertacing

PIX LO switch Baseband

audio ~
~ Basebandg
video
J=
-----------
MVP II
1"""'=--------::-AU~X1~F1:::N1"E::::R:::-:CAR::::R~IFR~P~IX
LO
must be on

BIPHASE BIPHASt
3=1--­
~--""P~"'iff::---'Il-D-ro-_.!::::,N=....::.-,

~(566660
~ ~ E:l Hoi tH, rH.lIH"';'~:'" .•lU'~
1'""""'1 '""" I
111I1I1!i1l1l~
0 Va;R 0 OFF ON
AC 115V 24QV 35W ~ OFf- 00 OFF ON REMOTE ADDRESS SERViCE CODE EMUL OPTIONS
I.I..JJ
,....
,...­

infi
3 dB

splitter

+30 § To next Reference

C_6_U~.
--
." _d_B_m_v \_"..\" ggenertator
C6UP-RX
__
=.
".:!::::!
t::1
t!::::!

I000 IF IN AUX IN PRGM IN

'''~._~''''". , To :~V:;~:A ~ , CO"M:onverter A IF AGC •

_
oRFOU'

fi~,,=::CO:!!:NVE~R~1"E::::R~B= ~ =
combiner and converter B IF AGC

network must be disabled

+60 dBmV
To output

combiner

I~ network

+60 dBmV

+30 Baseband ~ Baseband~

M~_I_ IT~"T'l.-d-B-m-V--. r:r--" a_u_d_io_N__ -,~.j.~=I==I.---v-id-e-o-- §_
I~I (5 O'Nl
0 O0 0 RIER ~--0-;;P~;;;;~,::-,C_-V-~-;:-R'=0=':=....:::o-,
E

~ aJ E:l f-l/nVllv11M:H-iH'l:Knl 1111111111 ~~ OFF ON

L..-AC_"_5V_"_OV_35_W O_FF_OO
__ OF_F_ON=!= RE"OlE ADORESS SI RIOCE CODE EMUl OPTIONS

PIX LO switch
must be on

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 Installation 3-13

1M 1000 (64 QAM) I C6U Interconnection

Figure 3-9 shows a typical interconnection between the C6U and the 1M 1000 (64 QAM).

Figure 3-9
1M 1000 I C6U interconnection

1M 1000
TAXI
REC PORT 3 PORT 2 PORT 1 EXP

~,.r.;;;;)...,.r.;;;;)...r;::;l
~~~~

C6U-RX n
--"..,,------S-------------------~

750hm
terminator

Use the IF setup in the 1M 1000 installation manual as a guide to connect the C6U to the
1M 1000. You will need a 45.75 MHz CW signal generator and a spectrum analyzer to adjust
the gain ofthe C6U prior to setting up the 1M 1000. Follow this procedure:

1 If the spectrum analyzer is a 50-ohm unit and the CW generator is a 75-ohm unit, insert a
75 to 50-ohm transformer between the CW generator and the analyzer.
2 Verify that the output ofthe CW signal generator is 30 ±0.25 dBmV at 43.75 MHz using the
spectrum analyzer.
3 Activate converter A ofthe C6U and place converter B in idle mode.
4 Connect the CW signal generator to the IF input ofthe active converter.
5 Choose modulation type MODU ANA (analog modulation) from the Option menu of the
C6U.
6 Verify that IF AGC is ON for the active converter using the Option menu.
7 Tune to the desired test channel using the Main menu ofthe C6D.
8 Connect a spectrum analyzer to the RF OUT of the active converter.
9 Measure the RF output. Set the output level to 60 ±0.25 dBmV by adjusting the RF output
level control on the Main menu of the C6D.
10 Choose modulation type MODU DIG (digital modulation) from the Option menu to prepare
for manual gain adjustment.

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11 Verify that IF MGC (manual gain control) is ON. (It is automatically displayed when
MODU DIG is chosen.) Also, the LED labeled ALT in the bar graph should be lit for the
activated converter.
12 Adjust the RF output level, ifrequired, to 60 ±0.25 dBmV using the IF MGC (manual gain
control) from the Option menu.
13 Use a power meter to verify that the output ofthe 1M 1000 is 30 ±0.25 dBmV and is
digitally modulated.
14 Connect the 1M 1000 output to the selected C6U upconverter.

15 Measure the digitally modulated RF output ofthe C6U using a power meter. Verify that
the output level is 60 ±0.25 dBmV.
16 Use the RF output level control on the Main menu to adjust the C6U output to meet your
specific system requirements.

IAT 1000 I C6U Interconnection

Figure 3-10 shows a typical interconnection between the C6U and the IRT 1000 transcoder.

Figure 3-10
IRT 1000 I C6U interconnection

75 ohm
terminator

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IF IN AUX IN

CONVERTERB
PRGM IN

RFOUT

o~.
Converter A IF AGC
/j combiner
network
must be disabled
75 ohm
+60 dBmV terminator

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85-275 VAC 47-63 Hz.
FUSE: 3.15 AMP, 250V
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---------------_....
~ ToLAN hub
satellite LNB
950-1450 MHz

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Backup Mode
Figure 3-11 shows the C6U connected to an MVP II in a typical backup configuration.

Figure 3-11
MVP II connected to a C6U in a backup configuration

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MVP II
Baseband
audio 3=1
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750hm

terminator

C6U·RX

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AUX IN PRGM IN

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combiner ./...) and converter B IF AGe
CON~RTERB =§ :~':utPut
./...) combiner
network must be disabled network
+60 dBmV +60 dBmV

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Emergency Alert System

The C6U can be connected to the General Instrument C6E Emergency Alert system permitting
civil authorities to deliver emergency warnings to cable subscribers. Figure 3 -12 shows the
C6E connected to the C6U.

Figure 3-12
C6E connected to the C6U

C6E

--­ DIIT I"

A
FUSE

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1
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in
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To ground
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0~

-
CHC-12X
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To aux

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 Appendix A
Speci'fications

RF Output
Channels 2 to 161 (IRC, HRC, STO, EIA)

Frequency Range 50 to 1000 MHz, adjustable in steps of 12.5 kHz

Return Loss 14 dB minimum, 75-ohm system, in the selected channel,

50 to 750 MHz

13 dB minimum, 75-ohm system, in the selected channel,

750 to 1000 MHz

Operational Output Level +60.0 dBmV minimum (Recommended operating range

+57 to +61 dBmV)

Spurious -60 dBc minimum from 47 to 1000 MHz at +60.0 dBmV, AN = 15 dB

CIN Ratio (4 MHz)

In-band 68.0 dB minimum, 70.0 dB typical

Adjacent Channel 72.0 dB minimum, 74.0 dB typical
All Other Cannels 75.5 dB minimum, 76.0 dB typical
RF Carrier Phase Noise
at 1 kHz -68 dBc per Hz minimum
at10kHz -95 dBc per Hz minimum

RF Test Point -20 dB ±3 dB from 50 to 1000 MHz

Group Delay 25 nsec p-p maximum within a channel
Passband Flatness ±0.5 dB p-p maximum within a channel
Converter to Converter Isolation -50 dBc minimum
Phase-lock Input (6 MHz)
Return Loss 16 dB minimum
Input Level +22 to +47 dBmV
Phase-lock Loop Through Output
(6 MHz)
Return Loss 16 dB minimum
Insertion Loss -1.0 dB maximum from input, -0.2 dB typical

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A-2 Specifications

IF
Frequency 40.5 to 46.5 MHz
IF inputs 30 dBmV ±5 dB

IF Input Return Loss 16 dB minimum in a 75-ohm system

IF Isolation 60 dBc minimum
IF Test Point o dBmV ±2 dB
IF Test Point Return Loss 16 dB minimum
IF AGC Range ±5 dB minimum (RF output: ±0.5 dB)

CW IF Output Level 50 dBmV ±5 dB

CW IF Output Frequency 45.75 MHz

General
ac Voltage Requirements 100 to 240 Vrms, 50 to 60 Hz
Power Requirements 45 watts maximum
Operating Temperature o to 50 n C

Weight 141bs
Dimensions 19"W x 1.75" H x 17.5" 0

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 Appendix B
Frequency Plan

Jerrold Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz) EIA

Historical

Channel Channel
Reference

Number

HRC IRC Standard EIA

2 54.0027 55.2625 55.2500 55.2500 2

3 600030 61.2625 61.2500 61.2500 3

4 66.0033 67.2625 67.2500 67.2500 4

5 78.0039 79.2625 77.2500 77.2500 5 A-7

6 84.0042 85.2625 83.2500 83.2500 6 A-6

7 174.0087 175.2625 175.2500 175.2500 7

8 180.0090 181.2625 181.2500 181.2500 8

9 186.0093 187.2625 187.2500 187.2500 9

10 192.0096 193.2625 193.2500 193.2500 10

11 198.0099 199.2625 199.2500 199.2500 11

12 204.0102 205.2625 205.2500 205.2500 12

13 210.0105 211.2625 211.2500 211.2500 13

14 120.0060 121.2625 121.2625 121.2625 14 A

15 126.0063 127.2625 1272625 127.2625 15 B

16 132.0066 133.2625 133.2625 133.2625 16 C

17 138.0069 139.2625 139.2500 139.2500 17 D

18 144.0072 145.2625 145.2500 145.2500 18 E
19 150.0075 151.2625 151.2500 151.2500 19 F
20 156.0078 157.2625 157.2500 157.2500 20 G
21 162.0081 163.2625 163.2500 163.2500 21 H
22 168.0084 169.2625 169.2500 169.2500 22 I
23 216.0108 217.2625 217.2500 217.2500 23 J
24 222.0111 223.2625 223.2500 223.2500 24 K
25 228.0114 229.2625 229.2625 229.2625 25 L
26 234.0117 235.2625 235.2625 235.2625 26 M
27 240.0120 241.2625 241.2625 241.2625 27 N
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I Channel
J."old I Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz) EIA Historical
I Channel Reference
Number

HRC IRC Standard EIA

28 246.0123 247.2625 247.2625 247.2625 28 0

29 252.0126 253.2625 253.2625 253.2625 29 P
30 258.0129 259.2625 259.2625 259.2625 30 0
31 264.0132 265.2625 265.2625 265.2625 31 R
32 270.0135 271.2625 271.2625 271.2625 32 S
33 276.0138 277.2625 277.2625 277.2625 33 T
34 282.0141 283.2625 283.2625 283.2625 34 U

35 288.1440 289.2625 289.2625 289.2625 35 V

36 294.0147 295.2625 295.2625 295.2625 36 W
37 300.0150 301.2625 301.2625 301.2625 37 X
38 306.0153 307.2625 307.2625 307.2625 38 Y
39 312.0156 313.2625 313.2625 313.2625 39 Z
40 318.0159 319.2625 319.2625 319.2625 40 DO
41 324.0162 325.2625 325.2625 325.2625 41 EE
I
42 330.0165 331.2750 331.2750 331.2750 42 FF
43 336.0168 337.2625 337.2625 337.2625 43 GG
44 342.0171 343.2625 343.2625 343.2625 44 HH
45 348.0174 349.2625 349.2625 349.2625 45 II
46 354.0177 355.2625 355.2625 355.2625 46 JJ
47 360.0180 361.2625 361.2625 361.2625 47 KK
48 366.0183 367.2625 367.2625 367.2625 48 LL
49 372.0186 373.2625 373.2625 373.2625 49 MM
50 378.0189 379.2625 379.2625 379.2625 50 NN
51 384.0192 385.2625 385.2625 385.2625 51 00
52 390.0195 391.2625 391.2625 391.2625 52 pp

53 396.0198 397.2625 397.2625 397.2625 53 00

54 72.0036 73.2625 73.2500
55 78.0039 79.2625 79.2500
56 84.0042 85.2625 85.2500
57 90.0045 91.2625 91.2500 91.2500 95 A-5
58 96.0048 97.2625 97.2500 97.2500 96 A-4

59 102.0051 103.2625 103.2500 103.2500 97 A-3

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 Frequency Plan B-3

Jerrold I Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz) EIA

II
Historical

Channel Channel
Reference

~umbe,
HRC IRC Standard EIA
I I
60 108.0054 109.2750 109.2750 109.2750 98 A-2
61 114.0057 115.2750 115.2750 115.2750 99 A-1

62 402.0201 403.2625 403.2500 403.2500 54 RR

63 408.0204 409.2625 409.2500 409.2500 55 88
64 414.0207 415.2625 415.2500 415.2500 56 TT
65 420.0210 421.2625 421.2500 421.2500 57 UU
I
66 426.0213 427.2625 427.2500 427.2500 58 VV

67 432.0216 433.2625 433.2500 433.2500 59 WW

68 438.0219 439.2625 439.2500 439.2500 60 XX

69 444.0222 445.2625 445.2500 445.2500 61 yy

70 450.0225 451.2625 451.2500 451.2500 62 ZZ

I
71 456.0228 457.2625 457.2500 457.2500 63
72 462.0231 463.2625 463.2500 463.2500 64
I
73 468.0234 469.2625 469.2500 469.2500 65
I
74 474.0237 475.2625 475.2500 475.2500 66
75 480.0240 481.2625 481.2500 481.2500 67
76 486.0243 4872625 487.2500 487.2500 68
77 492.0246 493.2625 493.2500 493.2500 69
78 498.0249 499.2625 499.2500 499.2500 70
79 504.0252 505.2625 505.2500 505.2500 71
80 510.0255 511.2625 511.2500 511.2500 72
81 516.0258 517.2625 517.2500 517.2500 73
82 522.0261 523.2625 523.2500 523.2500 74
83 528.0264 529.2625 529.2500 529.2500 75
84 534.0267 535.2625 535.2500 535.2500 76
85 540.0270 541.2625 541.2500 541.2500 77
86 546.0273 547.2625 547.2500 547.2500 78
87 552.0276 553.2625 553.2500 553.2500 79
88 558.0279 559.2625 559.2500 559.2500 80
89 564.0282 565.2625 565.2500 565.2500 81

I 90 570.0285 571.2625 571.2500 571.2500 82

L 91 576.0288 577.2625 577.2500 577.2500

I
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8-4 Frequency Plan

Jerrold Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz) EIA Historical

Channel Channel Reference
Number

HRC IRC Standard EIA

92 582.0291 583.2625 583.2500 583.2500 84

93 588.0294 589.2625 589.2500 589.2500 85

94 594.0297 595.2625 595.2500 595.2500 86

95 600.0300 601.2625 601.2500 601.2500 87

96 606.0303 607.2625 607.2500 607.2500 88

97 612.0306 613.2625 613.2500 613.2500 89

98 618.0309 619.2625 619.2500 619.2500 90

99 624.0312 625.2625 625.2500 625.2500 91

100 630.0315 631.2625 631.2500 631.2500 92

101 636.0318 637.2625 637.2500 637.2500 93

102 642.0321 643.2625 643.2500 643.2500 94

103 648.0324 649.2625 649.2500 649.2500 100

104 654.0327 655.2625 655.2500 655.2500 101

105 660.0330 661.2625 661.2500 661.2500 102

106 666.0333 667.2625 667.2500 667.2500 103

107 672.0336 673.2625 673.2500 673.2500 104

108 678.0339 679.2625 679.2500 679.2500 105

109 684.0342 685.2625 685.2500 685.2500 106

110 690.0345 691.2625 691.2500 691.2500 107

111 696.0348 697.2625 697.2500 697.2500 108

112 702.0351 703.2625 703.2500 703.2500 109

113 708.0354 709.2625 709.2500 709.2500 110

114 714.0357 715.2625 715.2500 715.2500 111

115 720.0360 721.2625 721.2500 721.2500 112

116 726.0363 727.2625 727.2500 727.2500 113

117 732.0366 733.2625 733.2500 733.2500 114

118 738.0369 739.2625 739.2500 739.2500 115

119 744.0372 745.2625 745.2500 745.2500 116

120 750.0375 751.2625 751.2500 751.2500 117

121 756.0378 757.2625 757.2500 757.2500 118

122 762.0381 763.2625 763.2500 763.2500 119

123 768.0384 769.2625 769.2500 769.2500 120

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 Frequency Plan 8-5

Jerrold Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz) EIA

Historical

Channel
Channel
Reference

Number I
HRC IRC Standard EIA
I
124 774.0387 775.2625 775.2500 775.2500 121
125 780.0390 781.2625 781.2500 781.2500 122
126 786.0393 787.2625 787.2500 787.2500 123
127 792.0396 793.2625 793.2500 793.2500 124
128 798.0399 799.2625 799.2500 799.2500 125
129 804.0402 805.2625 8052500 805.2500 126
130 810.0405 811.2625 811.2500 811.2500 127
131 816.0408 817.2625 817.2500 817.2500 128
132 822.0411 823.2625 823.2500 823.2500 129
133 828.0414 829.2625 829.2500 829.2500 130
134 834.0417 835.2625 835.2500 835.2500 131
135 840.0420 841.2625 841.2500 841.2500 132
136 846.0423 847.2625 847.2500 847.2500 133
137 852.0426 853.2625 853.2500 853.2500 134
138 858.0429 859.2625 859.2500 859.2500 135
139 864.0432 865.2625 865.2500 865.2500 136
140 870.0435 871.2625 871.2500 871.2500 137
141 876.0438 877.2625 877.2500 877.2500 138
142 882.0441 883.2625 883.2500 883.2500 139
143 888.0444 889.2625 889.2500 889.2500 140
144 894.0447 895.2625 895.2500 895.2500 141
145 900.0450 9012625 901.2500 901.2500 142
146 906.0453 907.2625 907.2500 907.2500 143
147 912.0456 913.2625 913.2500 913.2500 144
148 918.0459 919.2625 919.2500 919.2500 145
149 924.0462 925.2625 925.2500 925.2500 146
150 930.0465 931.2625 931.2500 931.2500 147
151 936.0468 937.2625 937.2500 937.2500 148
152 942.0471 943.2625 943.2500 943.2500 149
153 948.0474 949.2625 949.2500 949.2500 150
154 954.0477 955.2625 955.2500 955.2500 151
155
I
960.0480 961.2625 961.2500 961.2500 152
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Jerrold Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz) EIA

Historical

Channel Channel
Reference

Number

HRC IRC Standard EIA

I
156 966.0483 967.2625 967.2500 967.2500 153

157 972.0486 973.2625 973.2500 973.2500 154

158 978.0489 979.2625 979.2500 979.2500 155

159 984.0492 985.2625 9852500 985.2500 156

160 990.0495 991.2625 991.2500 991.2500 157

161 996.0498 997.2625 997.2500 997.2500 158

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 Appendix C
Changing a Menu Item

The following example illustrates how to change frequency from 503.2625 to 504.2625.
Get the frequency on the display as described in Section 2, Overview. The illustration below
shows the frequency 503.2625.

I 5 0 3 .2 6 2 5 II BffiB EJ I
1 Press the right arrow key. In this case, the digit "3" flashes as shown below.

\/1
I 5 0 3 .2 6 2 5 I Bffia EJ
/1\

2 Press the up arrow key. The digit "4" appears and flashes as shown below.

\/1
( SOY. 2 6 2 5 I BffiG EJ
/1\

3 If this is the change you want, press the ENT key to implement the change.

I SOY. 2 6 2 5 II BffiEl 8 I
4 If you decide not to make the change, do not press ENT. The frequency will return to the
previous value after a short delay.

I 5 0 3 .2 6 2 5 II EJffiEJ E:J I

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C-2 Changing a Menu Item

5 If you wish to return to the previous value immediately, press the left arrow key until the
previous value appears. In this case the left arrow key is pressed three times, and, as
shown below, the "0" flashes, the "5" flashes, and then the previous value appears.

\//
I 5 0 4 .2 6 2 5 I B~El EJ
/1\

\/1

I 5 0 3 .2 62 5 II B~B EJ I

A summary:

To reach any item in a menu Use the up or down arrow key (menu wraps vertically).
To get into a submenu (e.g., Option) Use the right arrow key.
To get out of a submenu Use the left arrow key.
To change a menu item Use the right arrow key to cause the item to flash. Use the up
or down arrow key until the desired value or function is
reached. Press the ENT key to implement a change. Use the
left arrow key to exit the menu. If a change is not made, the
value reverts to the previous setting.

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 Appendix 0
IF Selection Priority Chart

Slart

y
Aulo AUX IF
selected?

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