User's Manual

Initial Start-up and Operating Procedures G3L-850-160 MCPA
3-2 044-05236 Rev A
The modular MCPA can be installed in a variety of systems. All system connections to the MCPA are
made through the MCPA rear connector, no additional wiring is required. Perform the steps in Table 3-
2 to install the MCPA. Refer to Figure 3-1 for quarter-turn fastener position and switch location.
3.5 Initial Start-up and Operating Procedures
Perform the MCPA initial start-up per the instructions in Table 3-3.
Table 3-2 MCPA Installation
Step Action
1
Set MCPA OFF/ON/RESET switch to the OFF (down) position.
2
Ensure quarter-turn fasteners are in unlocked position.
3
Lift and insert MCPA into the subrack. Turn the quarter-turn fasteners to locked
position to secure MCPA into subrack.
CAUTION: Before applying power, ensure input and output cables are properly terminated at
the Duplexer front panel. Do not operate MCPA without a load attached. Excessive input
power may damage the MCPA. Refer to Chapter 5 for input power requirements.
Figure 3-1 MCPA Quarter-turn fasteners and Connectors
Unlocked
Locked
RF Switch:
RJ-11
Connector
(
Factory use only)
Quarter-turn
fastener
RESET
ON
OFF
Quarter-turn
fastener
Interface
Connector