BDA1250 BI-DIRECTIONAL LINE AMPLIFIER EQUIPMENT MANUAL Document Number: DCM000000013, Rev.1 Issue December 13, 1999 © Copyright 1999 Kaval Telecom Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 FCC NOTICE ................................................................................................................................. 4 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 5 2.1 SCOPE OF THE MANUAL ............................................................................................................. 5 2.2 “OFF-THE AIR” AMPLIFIER SYSTEM APPLICATION .......
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 1 FCC NOTICE Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 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.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 2 INTRODUCTION 2.1 Scope of the Manual This manual covers the use, operation and installation of the BDA1250 Bi-directional Line amplifier. It consists of nine sections described below: Section 1. FCC Notice: Note and warning. Section 2. Introduction: Scope of the manual and overview of BDA system application. Section 3. BDA1250 Amplifier description: Description and specifications of the BDA1250. Section 4. BDA Installation: Details procedures for installing of BDA1250.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual Figure 1-2. Bi-Directional Amplifier in RF distribution System BDA1250 This distributed antenna system is based on Kaval’s patented “Tapped Radiator” RF signal distribution approach. The technology makes use of coaxial cable with Signal Taps strategically located and connected to Omni-directional ground plane antennas. This technology offers flexibility in system design, installation and optimization.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 3 BDA1250 Bi-directional Amplifier Description 3.1 BDA1250 Functional Description The BDA1250 series Amplifier is a compact wall mounted bi-directional Broadband amplifier. It can be mounted in false ceilings or closets. The BDA1250 consists of the following functions: • BDA housing: Rugged die-cast aluminum housing ensures long life and service. • 1 Power Supply adapter: Operates on 120/230VAC to provide 12V DC to amplifiers. Figure 3-1 shows a block diagram of the BDA1250.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual Figure 3-1 BDA1250 Block Diagram DCM000000013 Kaval Telecom Inc.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 3.2 BDA1250 Specifications 3.2.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 4 BDA Enclosure Installation 4.1 Preparation for the installation of BDA enclosures a. Equipment and hardware required • Each BDA is carefully packaged for air shipment. Any damage incurred during the transportation must be claimed from the shipper. • Make sure the following necessary equipment and hardware are available and undamaged.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual Figure 3-2. RF and DC Connections To Indoor Antenna Power Switch LED To Outdoor Antenna DC Port 4.4 Connecting the Power Cables BDA1250 comes with AC adapter. Therefore an AC outlet providing 120 AC should be available with 4ft of the BDA1250. If AC outlet is to be installed, it is highly recommended that AC Power Wiring be performed by a qualified Electrician so as to ensure compliance with all National and Local Electrical Wiring Regulations.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 5 Antenna Installation l All Antenna Installation is to be performed by Qualified Technical Personnel only. l Antenna Installation Instructions and locations below are for the purpose of satisfying FCC RF Exposure Compliance requirements. l The Roof Top Antenna for linking to the Donor Site is a directional (high gain) Antenna fixed-mounted physically on the side or top of a building, or on a tower. The Antenna Gain must be no more than 10 dBi.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6.1 Maintenance 6.1.1 Maintenance & Safety The BDA has been engineered for easy maintenance and for safe operation. This has been achieved as follows: lBDA1250 provides fault monitoring and accurate status report through LED. lThe AC adaptor is over-rated for actual requirements. lComponents are easily removable via quick AC adaptor DC and RF connectors. 6.1.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual Note: If you are not familiar with electronic system troubleshooting, Please contact Kaval at 1-888-86-KAVAL for assistance or ask for a RMA (Return Material Authorization) before sending BDA unit to an authorized service agent !! TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART Is Power LED lit? Start Troubleshooting Procedure Yes 1. Turn Power switch of BDA off and on Again. Yes No Donor Site & Portable Radio Equipment perform satisfactory? 1.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 7 STANDARD WARRANTY Products manufactured by Kaval Telecom Inc. are warranted to be free under normal use and service from defect in workmanship or materials for a period of one year from the date of shipment to the original purchaser. This warranty supersedes and voids any and all other warranties expressed or implied. In no event shall Kaval Telecom Inc.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 8 Product Service Procedure Return and Repair Procedures BDA1250 Line amplifier can be returned for repair by the following procedures: • Contact Kaval Telecom Inc. at 1888-86-KAVAL for a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Please provide serial number and model number. • Ship the defective part prepaid in the original shipping box to: Kaval Telecom Inc.
BDA1250 Equipment Manual 9 Ordering Parts and Accessories Parts ordering information Parts and accessories for the BDA1250 Line amplifier can be purchased by contacting Kaval Telecom Inc. at 1888-86-KAVAL for prices and delivery. When ordering a replacement part, please provide model number, serial number and software version number (See BDA Controller Settings-“As-Built” list).
