Pico Communications TSMS-2150X-8AUV operation manual S A F E G U A R D S, Important Information

S A F E G U A R D S

Important Information

10.	Grounding - This video product is equipped with a two
prong wall adapter. The shield of the power cord is ground.
11.	Power Sources - This product should be operated only from

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN ARTICLE 810 - "RADIO AND TELEVISION

EQUIPMENT"

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.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be

routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items

placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords and

plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit

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POWER

SERVICE ENTRANCE

CONDUCTORS

SERVICE

ENTRANCE

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GROUND CLAMP

STANDOFF

INSULATORS b

MAST

ANTENNA

LEAD-IN WIRE

from the appliance.

13. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a

lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long

periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet.

14. 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.

15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension

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

16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind

into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous

voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or

electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as

opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous

voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel.

18. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the

wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel

under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instruction. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. An improper adjustment may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

19.Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts speci- fied by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the

	GROUND		ANTENNA
		CLAMPS	DISCHARGE UNITc
		TO EXTERNAL ANTENNA
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING		TERMINALS OF PRODUCT
ELECTRODE SYSTEM		GROUND WIRE
(e.g. interior metal water pipe)
	BONDING JUMPERd
		GROUND CLAMPS
		OPTIONAL ANTENNA GROUNDING ELECTRODE
		DRIVEN 8 FEET (2.44M) INTO THE EARTH
		IF REQUIRED	BY LOCAL CODES. SEE NEC
		SECTION 810 - 21(f).

original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

20.Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating conditions.

21.Outdoor Antenna Grounding - Before attempting to install this product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

a.Use No.10 AWG (5.3mm ) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4mm (aluminum, No.7 AWG (10mm ) copper-clad steel or bronze wire

or larger, as ground wire.

b.Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand- off insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22m) to 6 feet (1.83m) apart.

c.Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead- in enters house.

d.A driven rod may be used as the grounding electrode where other types of electrode systems do not exist. Refer to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1984 for information.

e.Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG (13.3mm ) copper or equivalent, when a separate antenna grounding electrode is used.

NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM

INSTALLER:

THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820

-22 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECI- FIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CON- NECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.

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