User guide

Installing the Equipment
2.5.6 Technical Earth
The unit has a Technical earth terminal (marked with ) located at the rear panel
(see Figure 2.5). Its use is recommended. This is NOT a Protective earth for electric
shock protection. The terminal is provided to:
• Ensure all equipment chassis fixed within a rack are at the same Technical earth
potential. To do this, connect a wire between the Technical earth terminal and a
suitable point on the rack.
• Eliminate the migration of stray charges when connecting between equipment.
Warning!
If the terminal screw has to be replaced, use the following:
M3 x 12 mm long Pozidrive Panhead.
Using a longer screw may cause a safety hazard.
2.6 Signal Connections
2.6.1 Introduction
All signal connectors are located at the rear panel of the unit. For a detailed
interface specification see Annex B, Technical Specification.
Always use the specified cables supplied for signal integrity and compliance with
EMC requirements (see Annex B, Technical Specification).
1000BaseT
Data Inputs
RS232
Monitor
ASI Out
Conditional
Access Pair
E8096/HWO/12QAM
RF1-RF3 12 Channels
Status Indicators for
RF activity
Technical
Earth
Control
DOCSIS Timing
Interface
Mains
Connectors
Figure 2.5 EQ8096 Rear Panel Component Parts and Connectors
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