Olson Technology OTPN-400C - Manual (Page 3)

INTRODUCTION
INSTALLATION / ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
The Olson Technology Inc. OTPN-400C is a high-quality, cost-effective CATV
node designed around the latest optical receiver technology. It is designed to
operate with optical input levels ranging from -8dBm to 0dBm. The OTPN-400C
operates with external +12 V source either direct or “up the coax” with optional
power inserter. An AC power adapter is also available for supplying +12V . Power
consumption is less than 5 Watts. The OTPN-400C has flanges on the bottom to
allow mounting to a flat surface.
The OTPN-400C is specified to operate from 0°C to +70°C. It usually will not
require an air-conditioned environment. It should be mounted in an adequately
ventilated area. Like any other electronic equipment, it will probably have a longer
life span if it is not operated at the upper limit of the temperature range. Installation
in wet areas or areas of extremely high humidity should be avoided. Extremely
dirty or dusty areas should be avoided if possible. The OTPN-400C should not be
installed in areas that are accessible to children.
The OTPN-400C may be installed and operated in any position on a flat surface.
The unit has two slots in the bottom flange to accommodate mounting hardware.
The unit should be mounted by sliding under one screw and then installing and
tightening the other screw. If mounting requires a wood screw, use #6 or #8
(maximum) pan-head sheet metal screws. These are commonly available at
hardware stores. If mounting with a machine screw (to tapped holes), use 6-32
pan-head screws.
The OTPN-400C can be powered in two ways. Power can be inserted into the
coax going to the “RF OUT /+12V ” port via the optional power inserter, or by
plugging the optional AC-to-DC power supply into the “+12V ” port. A type “F”
adapter has been supplied to allow the AC-to-DC power supply to plug directly into
the “+12V ” port or the optional power inserter.
Figure 1 shows the key dimensions of the OTPN-400C.
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