Pico Macom PIDA-550, PIDA-1000, PIDA-750 operation manual Circuits as contact with them may be fatal

S A F E G U A R D S

Important Information

10. Grounding or Polarization - This video product is equipped

with either a three prong plug for 120 Vac use. It is to be

inserted into only the type of receptacle for which they specifi-

cally designed . Do not cut off the round grounding pin in order

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

EQUIPMENT"

to be able to fit into a two prong receptacle as this could cause

injury and will void the warranty.

11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from

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.

LINES

POWER

SERVICE ENTRANCE

CONDUCTORS

SERVICE

ENTRANCE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

STANDOFF

INSULATORS b

MAST

ANTENNA

LEAD-IN WIRE

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 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

aqualified 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.

		ROUND C		ANTENNA
	G		LAMPS	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).

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 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 elec- trode is used.

NOTE TO THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:

THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYS- TEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO ARTICLE 820 - 40 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUND- ING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.

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