MINI TRUNK OUTDOOR AMPLIFIER

PCT-MT3646PD

Features:
862 MHz Dual Unbalance Amplifier,
Forward Gain: Line out 36 dB and AUX out 46 dB.
Hybrid Amplifier: Power Doubling (PD).
Optional Diplexer Module with Reverse/ Forward Splitting Frequency:
30/47 MHz, 42/54 MHz, 55/70 MHz or 65/ 84 MHz
Optional Reverse Plug-in module: 0 dB, 9 dB or 18 dB Gain.
Plug-in Module design for easy installation and maintenance make cost effect and
ease of set-up.
Optional Passive Module (Tap/ Splitter) for tapping an extra branch output.
Strand-hang and Wall Mount design for easy installation.
(The bracket for wall mounting is optional).
Plug-in Fuses for power feeding control at each In/ Out Port. The ports without any
signal connection can be used as powering ports.
Plug-in ALSC Module (Auto Level & Slope Control) with the High/ Low Level
Switch for wide operation range in 86 ~ 106 dBuV.

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 No user-serviceable parts inside.Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the applianc

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
2. Heed Warnings
All warning on the Amplifier and in the operating instructions should be adhered to
3. Gable Grounding
The CATV System Installer should pay attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding 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.
4. Proper Operation
To insure proper operation the amplifier should be adjusted to within its proper operating
range as per the amplifier specifications. Failure to do so may result in improper
operation and product failure.
5. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this Amplifier 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 in the Amplifier.
6. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this Amplifier yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
7. Power Lines
When installing or maintaining this unit, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching power lines or power circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.
Shut down the power that fed on the cable and remove all fuses in the unit before
installing or uninstalling this amplifier to prevent the risk of electric shock.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Block Diagram ..........................................................................1

2. Specification
2.1. Forward Path ......................................................................2
2.2. Return Path .........................................................................3
2.3. Plug-in Equalizer ................................................................4

3. Internal Installation and Usage ...............................................5

4. Module Selection Guide

4.1. Main Amplifier Module......................................................6
4.2. Optional Diplexer Module (DPX)......................................6
4.3. Jumper Module (JXP) ........................................................6
4.4. Optional Input/ Output Equalizer Module (EQ) ................6
4.5. Optional Automatic Level &
Slope Control Module (ALSC)..........................................6
4.6. Optional Output Passive Module
(Jumper, Tap, Splitter) ........................................................6
4.7. Optional Reverse Module (Active/ Passive) ......................7
4.8. In/Output Terminal Block...................................................7
4.9. Switching Power Supply (Replaceable).............................7
4.10. Optional Pedestal Bracket for Wall Mounting .................7

5. Set up and Alignment ...............................................................8~9

6. Installation .................................................................................10

7. Trouble Shooting ......................................................................11

8. Maintenance ..............................................................................11

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1. Block Diagram

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2. Specification
2.1. Forward Path
Item No. MAIN AUX1, AUX2 (w/TOE-4/4)
Frequency Range 870 MHz
Min. Full Gain 36 dB 46 dB
Operating Gain 34 dB 44 dB
Gain Control Fixed JXP
Slope Control 750MHz 0, … ,20 dB (in 1 dB step)
Fixed 870MHz 3, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 17, 19 dB
AGC (Thermal Compensation) ±2 dB (Built-in)
ALSC (Auto level control) ± 3 dB
Operating Tilt 12 dB typ. 12 dB typ.
NTSC chs 77 analog chs+312 MHz digital
Output Level
(MHz) 54 550 860 54 550 860
(Refence) *
dBuV 87 94 96 97 104 106
Composite Second Order (CSO) -75 dB -70 dB
Composite Triple Beat (CTB) -80 dB -65 dB
Cross Modulation (XMOD) -80 dB -66 dB
Noise Figure 8 dB
Return Loss 16 dB typ. 12 dB min.
HUM Modulation (6A) -70 dB
Current Consumption (DC) 1200mA including RA: 80 / ALSC: 60
* In which digital chs at 550~862MHz are 10dB lower than analog chs.
General
Test Ports -20±1 dB, to input & output level
Power Consumption & 34 W @ 35 ~ 90 V DC; 30 ~ 90 V AC
Requirement 47 ~ 63 Hz square or sinusoidal wave
Switch Power Supply Output Rating 1.2A @ 24 V DC
Impedance 75 Ω
Surge Protection 7000V, 1.2 x 50 us
Power Passing 10 A
Over Voltage Protection 120 VAC
Working Temperature -40 ~ +60 ℃
Connector 5/8"-24NEF Female
Dimensions 320 (L) x 255 (W) x 140 (H) mm
Weight 5 kg

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 2.2. Return Path
Module with RB-JO with RA-9E-* series with RA-18E-* series
AMP. Type - PUSH PULL PUSH PULL
Module Number - - - - 30 42 55 65 30 42 55 65
With I/O Diplexer (DPX-* ) 30/47 42/54 55/70 65/84 30/47 42/54 55/70 65/84 30/47 42/54 55/70 65/84
FREQ. Range(MHz) 5~30 5~42 5~55 5~65 5~30 5~42 5~55 5~65 5~30 5~42 5~55 5~65
Fixed Slope - 1 ± 0.5 dB 2 ± 1 dB
Full Gain Main out-In (7 dB max.) 6 ± 2 dB 14 ± 2 dB
(Loss) Aux1, Aux2-In (7 dB max.) 6 ± 2 dB 14 ± 2 dB
Gain Control - Att. 0 ~ -10 dB (adj) Att. 0 ~ -10 dB (adj)
Slope Control - 1.5 ~ 8 (adj) 1 ~ 8 dB (adj)
Noise Figure - 6 dB 7 dB
Return Loss (max. Tilt) 12 dB min. 14 typ. 8 dB min. 14 typ. 8 dB min.
Output Level (Reference) - 100/4 100dBuV/5 channels 100/4 100dBuV/5 channels
Composite Second Order(dB) - -68 -64 -64 -64 -68 -64 -64 -64
Composite Triple Beat (dB) - -59 -59 -59 -59 -59 -59 -59 -59
Cross Modulation (dB) - -61 -61 -61 -61 -61 -61 -61 -61
Note: 1. Above specification – the gain, noise figure and distortion performances are defined
with whole set amplifier.
2. The difference in structure between RA-*-* series and RA-*-*A series are shown below.

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 2.3. Plug-In Equalizer
a. Fixed Value Equalizer
Specification
Model FS-75/* FS-86/*
Frequency Range 47 ~ 750 MHz 47 ~ 862 MHz
Return Loss 22 dB typ. 18 dB min.
Insertion Loss 0.4 dB typ. 1.0 dB max.
Tilt Deviation ± 0.5 dB
Impedance 75 Ω
Specify Tilt Value
Freq. Range 54 ~ 750 47 ~ 750 Freq. Range 54 ~ 750 47 ~ 750 Freq. Range 54 ~ 862 47 ~ 862
Model MHz MHz Model MHz MHz Model MHz MHz
FS-75/1 1.0 1.1 FS-75/11 11.0 11.3 FS-86/3 3.0 3.1
FS-75/2 2.0 2.1 FS-75/12 12.0 12.4 FS-86/6 6.0 6.2
FS-75/3 3.0 3.2 FS-75/13 13.0 13.4 FS-86/8 8.0 8.2
FS-75/4 4.0 4.2 FS-75/14 14.0 14.4 FS-86/9 9.0 9.2
FS-75/5 5.0 5.2 FS-75/15 15.0 15.5 FS-86/11 11.0 11.2
FS-75/6 6.0 6.2 FS-75/16 16.0 16.5 FS-86/12 12.5 12.7
FS-75/7 7.0 7.3 FS-75/17 17.0 17.5 FS-86/14 14.0 14.3
FS-75/8 8.0 8.3 FS-75/18 18.0 18.5 FS-86/16 15.5 15.8
FS-75/9 9.0 9.3 FS-75/19 19.0 19.5 FS-86/17 17.0 17.3
FS-75/10 10.0 10.3 FS-86/20 20.0 20.5 FS-86/19 18.5 18.8

b. Adjustable Equalizer

Model MS-75/18 MS-86/18

Frequency Range 47 ~ 750 MHz 47 ~ 860 MHz
47 MHz 3.8dB typ. 5 max. 47 MHz 2.5 dB max.
EQ. Min.
750 MHz 1.0dB typ. 1.2 max. 860 MHz 0.9 dB max.
Insertion Loss
47 MHz 24dB typ. 20 min. 47 MHz 19 dB min.
EQ. Max.
750 MHz 2.0dB typ. 2.5 max. 860 MHz 1 dB max.
47~100 MHz 10 dB min.
Return Loss EQ. Min. 8 dB min. 100~700 MHz 13 dB min.
IN 700~870 MHz 16 dB min.
EQ. Max. 7 dB min. 47~870 MHz 15 dB min.
47~700 MHz 13 dB min.
Return Loss EQ. Min. 8 dB min.
700~870 MHz 16 dB min.
OUT
EQ. Max. 7 dB min. 47~870 MHz 9 dB min.
Equalizer 0 ~ 18 dB 0 ~ 18 dB
Impedance 75 Ω 75 Ω

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 3. Internal Installation and Usage
1. Main Amplifier Module
* Main AMP. Fixing Screws
4. Input EQ Module
* AL. Plate Fixing Screws
* Fuse for Power Input
* AUX 2 Screw Tying Hole
* Input Test Point -20 dB
2. Diplexer Module
3. JXP Module
* Reverse Output Test Point -20 dB
* Line in Screw Tying Hole
7. Reverse Module
* Fuse for Line in
* Reverse Input Test Point -20 dB
* Power Socket
5. Automatic Level & Slope Control Module
3. JXP Module
4. Output Equalizer Module
* Output Test Point -20 dB
PCT-MT3646PD
* Fuse for Line Out
* Line out Screw Tying Hole
2. Diplexer Module
* Main AMP. Chassis Pull
out Handle
6. Output Passive Module
* AUX 1 out Screw Tying Hole
* Fuse for AUX 1
* AUX out Test Point -20 dB
3. JXP Module
4. Output Equalizer Module

* Rubber Gasket

* RF Gasket

* AUX 2 out Port, 5/8"-24

* Line out Port, 5/8"-24

8. Terminal Block 8. Terminal Block

TB-03 x 2 TB-04 x 2

* Line in Port, 5/8"-24 * AUX 1 out Port, 5/8"-24

* Power Protected
* Bottom Case Cover
* Input/ Output Terminal
* Mounting Hanger for Block Fixing Screws
Top & Bottom Case

10. Pedestal Bracket

for Wall Mounting

9. Switching Power
Supply

* Top Case * Screw for Front Cover

of Power Supply

* Power Supply
Fixing Screw

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4. Module Selection Guide
4.1. Main AMP. Module
PCT-MT3646PD : 870 MHz, Dual Unbalance 36 dB & 46 dB Gain, Power
Doubling Select an adequate AMP. based on the FREQ. Range and network
application as required.

4.2. Optional Diplexer Module (DPX)

DPX-30/47: 5 ~ 30 MHz & 47 ~ 862 MHz Split
DPX-42/54: 5 ~ 42 MHz & 54 ~ 862 MHz Split
DPX-55/70: 5 ~ 55 MHz & 70 ~ 862 MHz Split
DPX-65/84: 5 ~ 65 MHz & 84 ~ 862 MHz Split
Select an adequate DPX based on the FREQ. range and network application as
required.

4.3. JXP Module: Jumper

4.4. Optional Input/ Output Equalizer Module (EQ)

MS-86/18: 862 MHz Adjustable Equalizer.
FS-75/1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20: 750 MHz
fixed value equalizer
FS-86/3, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 17, 19: 862 MHz fixed value equalizer
Note: 1. It must select the equalizer (variable or fixed value type) according to the
frequency range of system application.
2. The input EQ must be used with the output EQ correspondingly.
* Cable tilt compensation = input EQ + output EQ

4.5. Optional Automatic Level & Slope Control Module (ALSC)

ALSC-04: ±3 dB automatic level control range.
This ALSC module was designed with power level detect for full band. So,
it does not need any pilot signal for calibrating.

4.6. Optional Output Passive Module

JP-0 is a plug-in jumper shipped as standard and the others are optional.
JP-0: 0 dB Jumper (for all FREQ.)
TOE-4/4: 862 MHz 4 dB Splitter
TOE-6/2: 862 MHz 6 dB Tap off
TOE-10/1: 862 MHz 10 dB Tap off
TOE-15/1: 862 MHz 15 dB Tap off
Note: Upon the requirement of out signal distributions a feasible passive module
(Tap or Splitter) can be used for signal branch out as shown below.

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4.7. Optional Reverse Module (Active/ Passive)
RB-J0: 0~1000MHz, 0 dB Jumper.
RA-9E-30(A): 5~30 MHz, 9 dB Gain; RA-18E-30(A): 5~30 MHz, 18 dB Gain
RA-9E-42(A): 5~42 MHz, 9 dB Gain; RA-18E-42(A): 5~42 MHz, 18 dB Gain
RA-9E-55(A): 5~55 MHz, 9 dB Gain; RA-18E-55(A): 5~55 MHz, 18 dB Gain
RA-9E-65(A): 5~65 MHz, 9 dB Gain; RA-18E-65(A): 5~65 MHz, 18 dB Gain

4.8. In/ Output Terminal Block

TB-03 is used at output branch port (AUX OUT)
TB-04 is used at main input port (Line In) and main output port (Line Out)
These blocks include power-protected cover and replaceable surge arrestor.
Note: When changing the surge arrestor, it is necessary to pull out the power protected-
cover vertically. Moreover, to keep away from the electricity shock, please using
electric-insulated tools to clamp the binding wire, then pulling out or pressing in.

4.9. Switching Power Supply (replaceable)

24 Vdc/ 1.2 A powering capacity.
Input voltage 30 ~ 90 Vac/ 35 ~ 90 Vdc
Includes fuse for short protection and design with over-voltage and over-loaded
protection.

4.10. Optional Pedestal Bracket for Wall Mounting

In case the amplifier is required to be mounted on the wall or a platform, the
pedestal bracket must be ordered for this fixed installation.
(2 pcs fixing screws for housing are included)
The assembly diagram is as following diagram

PCT−MT3646PD

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5. Set up and Alignment
5.1. Powering setup:
All ports of PCT-MT3646PD are set up for power passing as standard setup. In
case, it requires to block the power at any port, please pull out the corresponding
fuses that are named on the face plate. The maximum power passing of each
single port can not exceed 10 A.
Note: The fuses adapt 15 A current that are the same as regular fuses for car used.
It can be replaced upon the powering situation in the field.

5.2. Signal adjustment:

a. Plug in all the selected modules. After the in/out port are connected, please
adjust MS-86/18 (or FS-86/*) to make the output signal having the expected
level and tilt.
b. In case the fixed value EQ is selected, it only requires to adjust MS-86/18 (or
FS-86/*) to make the output signal that has the expected output level.
c. In case the fixed value equalizer and attenuator are used, they doesn’t need to
be adjusted and please just check the in/out signal whether it matches the set-
up value.
d. In field application, the pre-adjustment may have performance deviation due to
cable loss, connector loss or in/ out distribution loss. Thus, when using the
fixed value EQ, please check whether this amplifier still needs a practical
modification for field application.
Note: 1. When set up the ER, EQ’s level, the AUX OUT level is according to LINE
OUT level and can not be set up individually.
2. The test point (OUT TP –20 dB) is accuracy only if the main output port
(LINE OUT & AUX OUT) is connected or loaded.

5.3. Setup and Alignment of automatic level & slope control (ALSC-04):
a. Plug-in the ALSC-04 module on position after the signal adjusted as mention
above.
b. Setup of signal level switch (Input level)
When the output level is in between 86 ~ 98 dBuV, please toggle the switch to
the position “Lo”. If the signal level is in between 96 ~ 106 dBuV, please
toggle to “Hi” position.
Note: The sensitivity of ALSC is detected when power loaded on the full channels.
Therefore, in case the channels are half loaded, the detective sensitivity will low
down 3 dB. Namely, ward the detected range must be upgraded 3 dB. See the
chart below: (Unit: dBuV)
12ch 24ch 36ch 48ch 60ch 80ch
Lo 94~106 91~103 89~101 88~100 87~99 86~98
Hi 104~114 101~111 99~109 98~108 97~107 96~106

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 c. Turning the VR on ALSC-04 module (counter clockwise) to the max. position
and plugging in it’s right position, then tune the ALSC’s ADJ VR to obtain an
output signal level that is equal to the expected output level, the ALSC is
completely setup OK!
Note: 1. The VR tuning speed can not be too fast. It is needed to check again whether
the output level is stable after turned 3 ~ 5 second thereafter.
2. If the output level is still changing continuously, the ALSC detection is out of
order. Please check the switch for level adjustment whether it has a correct
setup. This problem may be caused from the loaded channels which is too
less to reach a certain power level that it should be
3. If the loaded channels are less than 20 ch, it is recommended that the
output level should not be less than 95 dBuV

5.4. Setup of Reverse Path:

If no amplification is necessary for the return signal, please plug RB-J0 in. On the
contrary, in case the return path require an amplification, please plug RA-*-*
(see no. 6, in Fig. Internal Installation and Usage).
In latter case, it may need to adjust the gain and tilt VR at RA-*-* to obtain the
expected return output level.
Note: 1. The input level of return signal is measured at “OUT TP”.
The output level of return signal is measured at “IN TP”.
2. When measuring the signal at test point, please make sure there is a signal
connection or loading in main input port (LINE IN).

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6. Installation
6.1. The length of in/out connectors center pin can not be longer than the plastic
protection cover. Should be within as shown in drawing.

6.2. When main AMP. Module is plug into the housing, please screw the
pedestal and housing tightly (2 screws, 25 kg-cm min.)

6.3. PCT-MT3646PD requires a grounding to keep out from lighting and surge
voltage which may happen unregularly.

6.4. A good waterproof procedure must be applied on every I/O connector. For
instance, it can use a waterproof heat shrink tube or waterproof tape for
sealing.

6.5. Before the top case is mounted with the bottom case, please must check the
rubber gasket and mesh wire that are positioned at its proper location. This
also can obtain a good waterproof condition.

6.6. While screwing both top and bottom case together after completing all the
adjustment, please wrench all total 6 hex-screws on their positions. Don’t
tighten firstly. After that, please use a hex-spanner to tighten each pair
screw symmetrically in their balanced direction for all 6 screws at the
second wrench.(80 kg-cm min.) This procedure makes sure the final seal of
amplifier that is safe without the possibility of water leakage.

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7. Trouble Shooting
Are too many
amplifier connected Check PS fuse or
or powers not replace a new one
enough?

No No

Check power input

Power indicator Off connector Yes Is the fuse in the Yes Is 30~90 Vac Yes Is the switching
power supply
LED (Is the screw right position? powering?
working?
tighten?)

No Yes

Have signals at
Yes output test point No Are all modules Yes No Change the main
Have signals at Change new
plug-in position
input test point? for Line out & module and test? amplifier module?
correct?
AUX out?
Yes
No

Recheck the
Check the I/O Yes Yes
outside cable
ports rotor holder
connection that it
at the bottom case
is OK!

8. Maintenance
8.1. In/ Output Terminal Black
If required to change the I/O terminal block (TB-03, TB-04), it must loosen the
screw on the signal wire, then loosen the 4 fixed screws on PCB, and pull out the
PCB from inside. Please also check whether the power is cut down at this
moment.

8.2. Switching Power Supply

In case it is necessary to change the switching power supply, please plug out the
power and loosen the 2 screws on the pedestal. If you need to change the fuse,
please take out the 6 screws from the cover.

8.3. Main AMP. Module

In case it is necessary to change the main AMP. modules, please plug out the
power and loosen the 2 screws on the pedestal. It can pull out the main AMP.
module via a vertical direction. Please do not pull out at one side only, which may
damage the connection structure of terminal block. (TB-03, TB-04)

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