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Installer Handbook

Satellite

Multi Dwelling Units &

Commercial

Version 1.8 Page 2 of 60 © FOXTEL 2011 Installer Handbook Satellite Multi Dwelling Units & Commercial

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Table of Contents

1 Overview & Principles ........................................................................................................................ 4 1.1 Overview & Principles ...................................................................................................................... 4 1.2 Prerequisite Skills required by Installers .......................................................................................... 4 2 Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance ..................................................................... 5 2.1 Creating the Conceptual Design ...................................................................................................... 5 2.2 Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance Form ............................................................ 6 3 Multi Dwelling Units (MDU) Build Specifications ............................................................................. 7 3.1 Summary of the Satellite MDU Specification .................................................................................... 7 3.2 Installation Configurations ................................................................................................................ 8 3.3 Installer Product List (IPL) ................................................................................................................ 8 3.4 Dish Selection .................................................................................................................................. 9 3.5 Approved Mounts ............................................................................................................................. 9 3.6 Dish LNBF Combination ................................................................................................................ 12 3.7 Placement of devices ..................................................................................................................... 12 4 Commercial Integration .................................................................................................................... 13 4.1 Overview RF Integration ................................................................................................................ 13 4.2 Types of Modulators ...................................................................................................................... 13 4.3 Recommended channel spacing examples.................................................................................... 15 4.4 Use of VSB over DSB Modulators ................................................................................................. 15 4.5 Video-On-Demand Services .......................................................................................................... 16 4.6 STU Shelving ................................................................................................................................. 17 4.7 Labelling Set Top Units in Head Ends ........................................................................................... 18 4.8 Modulator Output Level Set-up ...................................................................................................... 18 4.9 Fitting a OB (FTA) Filter ................................................................................................................. 19 4.10 Launch Amplifier ............................................................................................................................ 20 4.11 Wallplate signal levels .................................................................................................................... 20 4.12 Typical Schematic Diagrams .......................................................................................................... 21 5 Pre-wiring requirements .................................................................................................................. 23 5.1 Installation Design Criteria ............................................................................................................. 23 5.2 Typical Pre-wiring scenarios .......................................................................................................... 24 5.3 Design symbols .............................................................................................................................. 28 6 Cable Distribution ............................................................................................................................. 29 6.1 Cable Attenuation and Impedance ................................................................................................. 29 6.2 Crossed cabling ............................................................................................................................. 32 6.3 Earthing and Equipotential Bonding (CET) Designs ...................................................................... 37 6.4 DC Power Blocks ........................................................................................................................... 40 6.5 Terra 5 wire Cascade Tap.............................................................................................................. 40 6.6 Spaun 5 wire Cascade Tap ............................................................................................................ 42 7 System Performance ........................................................................................................................ 43 7.1 System and Wallplate specifications .............................................................................................. 43 7.2 Modulation Error Ratio (MER) ........................................................................................................ 45 7.3 Bit Error Rate (BER) ...................................................................................................................... 46 7.4 Digital Channel Power (DCP) ......................................................................................................... 48 7.5 Calculating MultiSwitch output signal level range .......................................................................... 49 7.6 Slope Calculations ......................................................................................................................... 51 7.7 Test Equipment approved for FOXTEL installations ...................................................................... 54 7.8 Channel Plan ................................................................................................................................. 55 7.9 Post Installation .............................................................................................................................. 57 7.10 Commissioning .............................................................................................................................. 57 8 Quality Audit ..................................................................................................................................... 59 8.1 Quality Assurance Inspection ......................................................................................................... 59 9 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 60 9.1 Troubleshooting Overview ............................................................................................................. 60


1 Overview & Principles

1.1 Overview & Principles

Since the launch of FOXTEL Digital, the installation process for MDU’s has become more complex. Installation specifications need to be robust to accommodate future satellite evolution (e.g. D-series); including two additional satellites)

New services utilise Horizontal Polarity (H-POL) and Vertical Polarity (V-POL)

Twin laterals are a suggested minimum (4 laterals are preferred) 5-wire cable backbone At least 2 coaxial cables per outlet An Ethernet & telephone outlet should be incorporated into or

adjacent to the twin wallplate (two CAT6 cables As an Installer, FOXTEL has implemented specific and robust standards which MUST be adhered to. The Installer’s process involves:

Scope and Design of works Installation and Commissioning Approval of works by FOXTEL

1.2 Prerequisite Skills required by Installers

FOXTEL suggests that persons have the knowledge and skills in the following areas prior to commencing works as outlined in this Hand Book:

Running and attaching cables (Cavities, ducting, conduit)

Terminating F Connectors

Cable Bend Radius requirements

FOXTEL Installer Product List (IPL)

General troubleshooting skills

Satellite Dish/Mount installation and alignment process

Experience in the Cabling and /or Satellite industry

Australian Communications & Media Authority (ACMA) Open Registration


2 Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance

2.1 Creating the Conceptual Design

An accurate initial assessment of the building is one of the most important aspects of the overall build process as this will assist in creating a conceptual design that is suitable for the building.

Initial Assessment created

Conceptual Design needs to be created

Who can create the Design?

Industry Designer

The role of an Industry Designer is to create a compliant design for the building and provide the Installation Company with a completed ‘As built’ SOW document for submission to FOXTEL’s National Service Provider. A listing of Industry Designer’s is available at: http://www.foxtel.com.au/support/developers-contractors/installation-aids/default.htm

The “Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance” form must be accurately and completely filled in and forwarded to a FOXTEL National Service Provider for

review:

BSA: 7 Figtree Drive Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127 Ph. 02 8748 2502; [email protected] Downer: PO BOX 266 Ashmore QLD 4214

Ph. 1300 DOWNER (369-637); [email protected]

Yourself


2.2 Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance Form

Installation Company Details:

Company Name: Date Submitted:Contact Person: Email Address:Phone Number: Fax Number:

Building Information:

Street address: (o pt io nal)

Suburb: (o pt io nal)

New or existing build: New Existing

Acceptance Request Checklist:

Building checked?: Line of Site available?: Twin cables to required wallplates?: Cables wired to required wallplates?: All cables in units run to common location?: Commom locations being Riser, M DF room, Electrical riser etc.

Conceptual design attached to this request form?: eg. AutoCAD, M S Visio or hand drawn sketch.

Conceptual design meets 2005 specification?: If no provide explanatory notes below

Comments (explanatory notes):

Provider Name:Contact Person:

Phone Number: Conceptual Design Accepted?:Email Address: Yes No

Date of Review:

Comments (explanatory notes):

Request Reference No:

Number of units per floor

Lateral shortest distance (riser to unit)

FOXTEL National Service Provider Use Only

Lateral longest distance (riser to unit)

( p lease t ick)

Provider Details:

Number of wallplates per unit

Building name: (o pt io nal)

Distance dish to 1st device (equipment

location)

Total units in complex

Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance

Number of buildings in complex

Distance between buildings

Number of floors Distance between floors (equipment

locations)

Ensure you provide a full Brief scope of works under the Comments (explanatory notes) heading which may include: If Open Broadcasting system (i.e. FTA) is to be integrated If cable will be run in cavity, risers or externally in ducting Any unique aspect relative to the building that will assist in the design process.

Ensure all details on the form are correctly completed

Upon receiving from FOXTEL’s National Service Provider, an accepted “Request for Conceptual Satellite Design Acceptance” form, you may then provide a quotation to the client and if successful with your quotation,

begin the installation works.

Only conceptual designs which are in compliance with the latest specification requirements will be accepted. Designs which fall outside of this requirement will be reviewed by FOXTEL on a case by case situation.


3 Multi Dwelling Units (MDU) Build Specifications

3.1 Summary of the Satellite MDU Specification

The MDU Standard relates to a:

4 cable backbone (5 cables if integrated with Open Broadcast (OB) television system)

2 cables to every wallplate (4 cables are preferred) All builds will use RG6 cabling with the use of relevant amplifiers as dictated by the design. All cables from the wallplates should run to a central home control hub which is easily accessible within the premises. The laterals will run from this point to the riser / satellite. This allows easy access for the patching of services to outlets. There are three categories by building type:

New (planned or under construction now) Existing unwired (no FOXTEL related wiring) Existing wired (with a single or double backbone FOXTEL related backbone)

MDU Modules – Schematic Diagram for Cabling

Quad LNBF

4 or 5 backbone cable (either combination of RG6, or RG6 / RG11)

Integrated with OB cable: 5 cable backbone Standalone (no OB cable): 4 cable backbone

Cascading taps to be connected to:

1 x 5-input MultiSwitch or 3-input MultiSwitch & 2-input MultiSwitch OR 2 x 2-input MultiSwitch

Unused outputs are to be terminated.

FTA cable integrated into backbone


3.2 Installation Configurations

The following list defines the satellite installation configurations irrespective of whether an Open Broadcast system is available in the building:

Non-compliant: there is no FOXTEL compliant cabling in the building

iQ Compliant (Future MDU Compliant 2005): a distribution system that can support FOXTEL services without cabling upgrades over the life of the C1 and D series satellites and two additional satellites, as well as supporting four tuners in the STU to enable programme recording. It consists of:

o A satellite dish with at least a quad output polarity LNBF

o All four LNBF RF outlets connected to the building distribution system

o Four quad RG6 cables to each multiswitch (backbone)

o Two quad RG6 (or greater) cables going from the end of line multiswitch to each twin wallplate

o An Ethernet & telephone outlet should be incorporated into or adjacent to the twin wallplate (two CAT6 cables)

3.3 Installer Product List (IPL)

All equipment and components intended for use on a FOXTEL MDU build must be approved type and can be found on FOXTEL’s Installer Product List (IPL) at http://www.foxtel.com.au/support/developers-contractors/installation-aids/default.htm


3.4 Dish Selection

The below map & table provides information on the four satellite coverage zones and the appropriate size dish required for an installation at this location.

Optus C1 FOXTEL Satellite Coverage Zone Map

Dish Location Zone to Size Selection Matrix

Small Multi-

Dwelling Unit ≤ 3 stories

Multi-Dwelling Unit

> 3 stories

Multi-Residential

Estates

Commercial (Hotel, Multi-

Dwelling Unit)

Commercial (Single

Dwelling Residence)

Zone 1 65cm 90cm 90cm* 90cm 65cm

Zone 2 80cm 90cm 90cm* 90cm 80cm

Zone 3 90cm 1.2m 1.2m* 1.2m 90cm

Zone 4 1.2m >1.2m* >1.2m* >1.2m* 1.2m

*Note: Depending on system size

3.5 Approved Mounts

Mounts Refer to the IPL for a listing of approved mounts.


Mount Selection

When selecting a mount, it needs to be suitable for the size of the dish and the prevailing wind conditions in the area where it will be used. Australia can be divided into four regions for prevailing wind conditions:

Region A: Normal (Majority of FOXTEL Installations in this area)

Region B: Intermediate (Majority of FOXTEL Installations in this area)

Region C: Tropical cyclones

Region D: Severe tropical cyclones

Use the below Map and Table to select the appropriate mount for the location.

Prevailing Wind Condition Zones

Mount Selection – Wind Rating Chart

Small Multi-

Dwelling Unit

Multi-Dwelling

Unit

Multi-Residential

Estates

Commercial Commercial (Single

Dwelling Residence)

Region A W41 W50 W50 W50 W41

Region B W41* W50* W50* W50* W41*

Region C W50* W50* W50* W50* W50*

Region D * * * * *

Note: *Refer to manufacturer for appropriate mount.


Location of Mount

For the FOXTEL satellite installation to work correctly there must be a clear Line of Sight to the FOXTEL satellite. There should be no obstructions, for example, trees or parts of buildings in the signal path. An inclinometer should be used to survey the signal path to ensure a clear Line of Sight. If there is any uncertainty as to whether the Line of Sight will remain clear in the future (due to vegetation growth), use a different mount location.

Mount and Dish Placement

Placement of the mount for the dish on a building is aesthetically important and an essential part of the design for all existing buildings. The below figure provides guidance on the preferred mount and dish location where:

Zone 1 is the most preferred location (towards back of building) and Zones 2 & 3 (sides of building) are the least preferred option.

Preferred Dish locations (in order of zone preference):

Note: The dish should not be located at the front of the building unless it has been clearly identified in the Scope of Work documentation submitted to the Body Corporate (or equivalent).


3.6 Dish LNBF Combination

The installation of any combination of dish and LNBF must conform to all the manufacturer’s instructions & FOXTEL’s specifications. The following dish and LNBF combinations MUST NOT be interchanged.

Dish Type LNBF Type

Jonsa Acer

Hills Sharp

3.7 Placement of devices

All active equipment must be located in common accessible areas e.g. communications equipment room/communication riser or cupboard. All end of line equipment must be installed in a position which will allow a ‘standard connection’ to the wallplate. A ‘standard connection’ may be defined as follows;

The installation of lateral cables being no more than 40m from the MultiSwitch to the wallplate.

To be run utilising existing cavities/ communications equipment room/ communication riser or cupboard /roof space & preferably not externally run using ducting/conduit.

Where exposed interior cabling will be present, up to 4-5 lengths of conduit/ducting may be used to complete the installation.

Excludes the creation & repair of plaster wall/ceiling access holes within the unit.

External cables may be installed and enclosed within ducting/conduit as a last resort. For buildings which have flat tin or concrete roofs with no common roof areas, a weather resistant housing (aluminum colourbond or UV stable plastic) may be installed under the eaves or in a common area to house the MultiSwitch and provide mechanical protection and an aesthetically pleasing finish.


4 Commercial Integration

4.1 Overview RF Integration

This section describes the minimum requirement when installing modulators for the integration of FOXTEL in Commercial premises such as Hotels / Motels via the AV output of the Set Top Unit. Modulators convert a baseband or AV signal into an RF signal in the range 46-862 MHz and cater for the outputs from STU’s, VCR’s, DVD’s, AM/FM Tuners, CD Players & Cameras to be integrated into any MATV System.

4.2 Types of Modulators

There are two types of modulators commonly used, these being:

DSB (Double side band) & VSB (Vestigial side band).

The following two diagrams show the typical modulation of a DSB or VSB modulator connected to a spectrum analyser for a single modulated channel.

Typical VSB as seen on a spectrum analyzer

Typical DSB as seen on a spectrum analyzer


Modulator typical features The following highlights some of the important features relative to both DSB & VSB Modulators. DSB Modulators

14MHz in bandwidth 2 channel space (14MHz) recommended b/w channels for the reticulation of

modulated signals AV input Stereo/mono audio In metro regions use the following frequencies UHF 40 to UHF 69 (611.25 to 814.25)

VSB Modulators

7MHz in bandwidth Suitable for adjacent channel environments however 1 channel space

(7MHz) recommended b/w channels for the reticulation of modulated signals

AV input Stereo/mono audio In metro regions use the following frequencies UHF 40 to UHF 69 (611.25 to 814.25)


4.3 Recommended channel spacing examples

The below examples show what you would expect to see using the recommended spacing for 2 channel DSB & VSB Modulators.

2 channel DSB Modulators 2 channel VSB Modulators

4.4 Use of VSB over DSB Modulators

It is highly recommended that VSB modulators be used for Commercial integrations to minimise the chance of ingress from unwanted carriers. However, where output frequencies are not interfered with by an Open Broadcast analogue or digital carrier, and where FOXTEL will be the only in-room entertainment TV system, DSB modulation may be quoted and used upon customer understanding of the above limitations. With this in mind, some DSB modulators bleed across into other channels and the resultant picture quality degradation due to quality and spacing of DSB modulators.

7MHz Bandwidth

7MHz Bandwidth

1 Channel Gap (Ch 41)

Channel 40 (611.25MHz)

Channel 42 (625.25MHz)

Total of 21MHz Bandwidth


Some of the limitations using DSB Modulators e.g. A 10 channel system requires more bandwidth which may cause

ingress issues with other channels and the Hotel / Motel may need newer TV’s for their tuning capability.

TV’s older than 10 years old may not have the tuning capability to tune to the frequencies required i.e. ‘S’ Channels (231.25MHz – 464.25MHz).

Cannot fully support Video On Demand services as these frequencies usually sit in the ‘S’ Channels range b/w 231.25MHz – 464.25MHz, occupying a large amount of bandwidth (233MHz).

In these situation VSB Modulators MUST be used.

4.5 Video-On-Demand Services

In house Video On Demand (VOD) service offer movies, TV shows and other material for purchase by the client’s customers/guests.

The following process must be observed in a Commercial integration if Video On Demand services are being utilised by the premises.

The Hotel / Motel management is required to contact their provider

The provider will want to know how many channels are required and will provide the necessary frequencies to set the FOXTEL VSB modulators to the Hotel / Motel.

The provider would have given consideration to all broadcast TV channels in the allocation of these frequencies to avoid any potential frequency conflict.

Note the modulators used MUST be Vestigial Side Band.

The Hotel / Motel management must then pass on the details to FOXTEL prior to the installation of the FOXTEL modulated channels.

The installation technician then needs to ensure the following before considering the job to be complete.

The FOXTEL modulated channels are correctly combined into the existing MATV system and there is no compromise on the signal level of any existing channels.

The FOXTEL modulated channels are aligned to the average signal level of the existing channels in order to maintain the overall system integrity.

There is no impairment on any existing channels as a result of the new FOXTEL modulated channels.

Once the FOXTEL modulated channels are on line, the provider will enable the channels by setting them up and programming them into the system software configuration for guest access.

Tuning of TV’s is not necessary as the FOXTEL modulated channels will run through the provider’s system.

Once the Hotel / Motel management is satisfied with work, the job can be considered complete.


4.6 STU Shelving

The shelving used for placement of STU’s will differ from site to site depending on the space available. Heat dissipation needs to be considered and a minimum space of 50mm needs to be maintained between STUs. Do not stack STUs on top of each other. The benefits to using a shelving system include:

Adequate ventilation is supplied to each STU Easy access is available to each STU

The photos below show typical shelving requirements for an 8 Channel system.


4.7 Labelling Set Top Units in Head Ends

The sticker shows which channel the STU is tuned to (FOX 8), and the output of the STU (modulated frequency is 611.25MHz).

4.8 Modulator Output Level Set-up

The output level for the Head-end modulators should be set to match the OB (FTA) signal at the integration point. It is therefore important that readings are taken on the existing OB (FTA) system and documented using an appropriate Pre Installation Scope of Works form, prior to beginning the system installation. Once the correct modulator frequencies and signal levels are set at the Head-end, the Hotel / Motel management needs to be informed that there will be some interruptions to OB (FTA) programs, so customers/guests can be informed should any queries arise. Proceed to combine the FOXTEL programming with the OB (FTA). The modulator output signals and the OB (FTA) output signals should be between 75 dBuV and 80 dBuV, measured at the input to the launch amplifier. Note: A small TV may be used to check picture quality at the Head-end as this will assist with the set up of modulator frequencies and signal levels.

FOX 8

611.25MHz

The Technical Support sticker shown below is required to be placed on all STUs in Commercial installations to facilitate troubleshooting over the phone by the FOXTEL Technical Support Team.

You must list the channel the Set Top Box is tuned to as the well as its frequency.


4.9 Fitting a OB (FTA) Filter

An OB (FTA) TV antenna will pick up a wide range of frequencies, some wanted and some unwanted. By the use of a filter we can eliminate the unwanted frequencies, providing a larger spectrum available to insert interference free programming. The diagrams below show unwanted two way radio and mobile phone interference and the elimination of the unwanted frequencies by inserting a filter into the OB (FTA) input cable.


4.10 Launch Amplifier

Using the pre-installation survey readings, adjust the FOXTEL modulated channels amplifier output to match the existing OB (FTA) (at input to MATV launch amplifier) Note- Channel loading should be taken into account and launch level adjusted accordingly. Use the information from the Scope of Works Documentation to calculate whether existing amplifiers and television tuners will operate to FOXTEL wallplate performance specifications with the proposed additional frequencies to be integrated into the MATV system.

Note: The amplifier’s output must not exceed its rated maximum output level.

4.11 Wallplate signal levels

Wall plate signal levels for the FOXTEL modulated channels must be between 60 dBuV and 77 dBuV, irrespective of the OB (FTA) levels present. Once all components have been installed and adjusted to the correct settings, the Commisioning sheet within Scope of Works Documentation is to be completed.


4.12 Typical Schematic Diagrams

Hotel / Motel RF integration using VSB Modulators


Hotel / Motel with Video-On-Demand RF integration using VSB Modulators


5 Pre-wiring requirements

The following pre-wiring requirements (applicable to both residential and multi dwelling properties) are intended to be used as a guide only. FOXTEL cannot be held liable for any loss or damage that may be suffered as a result of pre-wiring and takes no responsibility for any inability to receive FOXTEL.

5.1 Installation Design Criteria

The following Installation Design Criteria relates to the various pre-wiring scenarios applicable to both residential and multi dwelling properties. These are intended to be used as a guide only. For full specifications refer to the relevant “Pre-Wiring” Brochures at http://www.foxtel.com.au/support/developers-contractors/installation-aids/default.htm


5.2 Typical Pre-wiring scenarios

RECOMMENDED STANDARD INSTALLATION SYSTEM

Typical for most satellite residential properties, 1 wallplate per room


RECOMMENDED INTERNAL CABLING INSTALLATION

Typical for most satellite multi dwellings, 1 wallplate per room


RECOMMENDED LEAD-IN INSTALLATION

Typical for most small satellite multi dwellings


RECOMMENDED NETWORK (BACKBONE) CABLING INSTALLATION

Typical for most large satellite multi dwellings


5.3 Design symbols

Compliant designs created by your chosen Industry Designer are done so using the below symbols. Ensure you familiarise yourself with these symbols as not being able to interpret a system design and all of its components will make it very difficult to build the system to specification.


6 Cable Distribution

6.1 Cable Attenuation and Impedance

Cable Attenuation

Attenuation is a general term that refers to any reduction in the strength of a signal. Attenuation occurs with any type of signal, whether digital or analogue. Sometimes called loss, attenuation is a natural consequence of signal transmission over long distances. The extent of attenuation is usually expressed in units called decibels (dB).

In conventional and fibre optic cables, attenuation is specified in terms of the number of decibels per metre or kilometre.

The less the attenuation per unit distance, the more efficient the cable. When it is necessary to transmit signals over long distances via cable, one or more amplifiers can be inserted along the length of the cable.

The amplifiers boost the signal strength to overcome attenuation. This greatly increases the maximum attainable range of communication.

Cable Impedance

When radio frequency signals are transmitted via coaxial cable, the impedance of the cable is significant in determining the load placed on the source and the efficiency of the transmission. In Digital, it will create pixilation and possibly total loss of picture.

Crushing or kinking a cable will degrade the impedance Any unterminated outlet will result in an impedance mismatch (must terminate with

75 Ohm terminator). An impedance mismatch will result in some of the signal within a system being reflected back to the source. This is known as VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio).


Cable Bend Radius

In the course of running cables, there will be instances when the cables are required to be bent i.e.

When forming a drip loop from the LNBF (Satellite) When forming a drip loop at the building point of entry When forming a service loop at the dish (Satellite) When running cable around a corner of a wall.

Care should be taken to ensure that cable does not exceed the manufactures minimum bend radius. Minimum bend radius = 10 x cable diameter.

DRIP LOOP SERVICE LOOP Cable Attenuation Loss

All satellite I.F system designs should be calculated by your chosen Industry Designer. It is important to understand the requirements of your client. This is where choosing the correct system losses come into effect. Listed below are the expected losses expressed in dB for RG6 and RG11 cable at the nominated frequencies.

RG6 RG11 RG6 RG11 RG6 RG11 RG6 RG111 0.05 0.03 0.21 0.13 0.22 0.14 0.32 0.212 0.10 0.06 0.42 0.27 0.44 0.28 0.65 0.415 0.25 0.15 1.04 0.67 1.10 0.70 1.62 1.0310 0.50 0.30 2.09 1.34 2.20 1.41 3.23 2.0715 0.75 0.45 3.13 2.01 3.30 2.11 4.85 3.1020 1.00 0.60 4.18 2.68 4.40 2.82 6.46 4.1325 1.25 0.75 5.22 3.35 5.50 3.52 8.08 5.1630 1.50 0.90 6.26 4.02 6.59 4.23 9.69 6.2035 1.75 1.05 7.31 4.69 7.69 4.93 11.31 7.2340 2.00 1.20 8.35 5.36 8.79 5.64 12.92 8.2645 2.25 1.35 9.40 6.03 9.89 6.34 14.54 9.2950 2.50 1.50 10.44 6.70 10.99 7.05 16.15 10.3375 3.75 2.25 15.66 10.04 16.49 10.57 24.23 15.49100 5.00 3.00 20.88 13.39 21.98 14.09 32.30 20.65

860MHz 950MHz 2050MHzMetres

45MHz

35mm min radius (RG6) 55mm min radius (RG11)

70mm min diameter (RG6) 110mm min diameter (RG11)


Service loop When fixing the cables to the Mount/dish, always provide a Service loop.

The purpose of the Service loop is:

Re-panning of the dish/LNBF Moving the dish up or down or Re-terminating the cables when carrying out

troubleshooting

A drip loop must also be provided at the LNBF


6.2 Crossed cabling

Identification of Cables Service identification labels are required for each lateral and or home run cable to identify a particular subscriber’s cable at the cascadable tap and/or MultiSwitch. This label is to show the house or unit number and final destination location, for example, U24 lounge. A MultiSwitch with Service Identification Labels attached to the cables is shown below.

In regards to trunk cabling, these must also be identified at each cable end using either cable labels, slide on labels or permanent white marker. Identification of these cables will minimize the chances of crossing the cables when terminating to the required equipment/devices. Equipment/device labeling Depending on the brand, all 5 wire Amplifiers, Cascade Taps, Splitters & MultiSwitch are generally labeled as follows;

Terr (0), V/Low (1), V/High (2), H/Low (3), H/High (4) OR

Terr.TV, V.Hi, V.Lo, H.Hi, H.Lo Effect of crossed cabling When completing the interconnection between equipment/devices, ensure each cable is connected to the corresponding label of both the equipment/devices being connected. Failing to cable the system accurately and as per the system design will result in the loss of the required carrier and related data to the end of line MultiSwitch output. How to recognize crossed cabling using your test equipment Depending on the type of test equipment used for testing system integrity, an “UNLOCKED” status will show up indicating that the test equipment has not detected the presence of any data and therefore cannot count the data received. In other words you will not be able to read the Bit Error Rate (BER), Modulation Error Ratio (MER) and in some cases Digital Channel Power (DCP).


Below are examples showing correctly cabled and crossed cabled equipment/devices and its related effect at the MultiSwitch output.

Multiswitch 1 Output Availability Typical Data Logs Ver Hor DCP Yes Yes BER Yes Yes MER Yes Yes Multiswitch 2 Output Availability Typical Data Logs Ver Hor DCP Yes Yes BER Yes Yes MER Yes Yes

Transponder Frequ MHz DCP dBuV BER Pre BER Post MER dBC1 T14 1738.0 75.9 8.90E-05 0.00E+00 13C1 T20 1989.0 74.1 6.60E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T10 1394.0 75.2 4.30E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T12 1477.0 76 8.70E-05 0.00E+00 14D3 T14 1062.0 74.3 2.20E-05 0.00E+00 14D3 T19 1269.5 74.1 1.10E-05 0.00E+00 15D3 T24 1477.0 74.7 5.10E-05 0.00E+00 13

Transponder Frequ MHz DCP dBuV BER Pre BER Post MER dBC1 T14 1738.0 75.5 6.90E-05 0.00E+00 13C1 T20 1989.0 74.9 4.40E-05 0.00E+00 14D3 T10 1394.0 76 2.30E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T12 1477.0 75.8 8.10E-05 0.00E+00 14D3 T14 1062.0 74.5 1.20E-05 0.00E+00 15D3 T19 1269.5 74.7 2.10E-05 0.00E+00 15D3 T24 1477.0 74.2 1.10E-05 0.00E+00 13


Multiswitch 1 Output Availability Typical Data Logs Ver Hor DCP Yes No BER Yes No

(UNLOCKED) MER Yes No

(UNLOCKED) Multiswitch 2 Output Availability Typical Data Logs Ver Hor DCP Yes (false

reading) Yes

BER No (UNLOCKED)

Yes

MER No (UNLOCKED)

Yes

Transponder Frequ MHz DCP dBuV BER Pre BER Post MER dBC1 T14 1738.0 ------ ------ ------ ----C1 T20 1989.0 ------ ------ ------ ----D3 T10 1394.0 79.5 2.20E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T12 1477.0 80.7 5.50E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T14 1062.0 ------ ------ ------ ----D3 T19 1269.5 ------ ------ ------ ----D3 T24 1477.0 ------ ------ ------ ----

Transponder Frequ MHz DCP dBuV BER Pre BER Post MER dBC1 T14 1738.0 79.7 7.70E-04 0.00E+00 13C1 T20 1989.0 79.2 5.30E-05 0.00E+00 15D3 T10 1394.0 80.5 ------ ------ ----D3 T12 1477.0 80.7 ------ ------ ----D3 T14 1062.0 81.1 8.40E-04 0.00E+00 13D3 T19 1269.5 81.7 5.30E-05 0.00E+00 15D3 T24 1477.0 80.9 1.30E-05 0.00E+00 14


Multiswitch 5 wire Output Availability Typical Data Logs Ver Hor DCP Yes Yes BER Yes Yes MER Yes Yes

Transponder Frequ MHz DCP dBuV BER Pre BER Post MER dBC1 T14 1738.0 75.9 2.00E-05 0.00E+00 14C1 T20 1989.0 74.1 6.60E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T10 1394.0 72.2 4.30E-05 0.00E+00 14D3 T12 1477.0 74.6 8.70E-05 0.00E+00 13D3 T14 1062.0 74.3 2.20E-05 0.00E+00 14D3 T19 1269.5 74.1 2.20E-05 0.00E+00 15D3 T24 1477.0 74.7 5.10E-05 0.00E+00 14


How to fix crossed cabling Troubleshoot the cabling back through the system design until you locate where the cabling has been crossed. Re-terminate the cabling to its correct position (s) and re test using your test equipment at the end of line MultiSwitch output.

Always remember for 2 or 3 input MultiSwitch, the Vertical “Low’s” & the Horizontal “Low’s” make up the 2 inputs to the 1st MultiSwitch & the Vertical “High’s” & the Horizontal “High’s” make up the 2 inputs to the 2nd MultiSwitch.


6.3 Earthing and Equipotential Bonding (CET) Designs

All FOXTEL installations incorporating two or more wallplates or STUs must be earthed. Systems with only a quad LNBF must have a 4 barrel grounding block fitted. MDU’s must have all amplifiers, power injectors, MultiSwitch's, splitters and/or taps earthed as per the below requirements.

Equipotential bonding is used to ensure that no hazardous voltages are present on the outer conductors of a cable or any metallic component within the network. A licensed electrician must carry out connections within the electrical switchboard. A suitably qualified person can carry out the connection for protective earthing external to the switchboard. Earthing of the system is achieved via the methods outlined below:

All system components must be earthed in compliance with AS/NZS 1367:2000, AS/NZS3000, (earthing conductors), and AS/ACIF S009:2001.

Active Method

Connect MultiSwitch to the Communications Earth Terminal (CET) via a 2.5mm2

yellow green earth wire

Connect the CET and the Earthing Conductor via a 6mm2 yellow green earth wire.

Run the 6mm2 earth down the riser to the building CET or building earth.

Earthing Example – Active


Passive Method

Connect all incoming Cables to passive 4 barrel grounding block

Connect all outgoing Cables to passive 4 barrel grounding block

Connect MultiSwitch to passive 4 barrel grounding block via a 2.5mm2 yellow green earth wire

Connect Earthing Conductor via a 6mm2 yellow green earth wire to the passive 4 barrel grounding block

Run the 6mm2 earth down the riser to the building CET or building earth.

Earthing Examples - Passive

Note if requested by FOXTEL or by a Regulatory body, the Installation Company must be able to provide certification that the earthing carried out by a licensed electrician meets the required standards. The following designs refer to specific diagrams showcasing the preferred earthing method (connection of a CET and bonding conductor).


Multi-Dwelling Unit or Commercial Installation

The method below shows Equipotential Bonding in a Multi-Dwelling Unit or Commercial Multiple premise installation.

Commercial Installation - Single Dwelling Residence with more than one Wallplate

The method below shows Equipotential Bonding in a Commercial (Single Dwelling Residence) single premise installation with more than one outlet.


6.4 DC Power Blocks

Depending on the model of amplifier used for the design, a voltage may be produced at both the amplifier’s input and output ports. The voltage present at the amplifier’s input ports is required for powering the LNBF. This voltage is usually controlled by an “LNB power switch” on the front panel of the amplifier. Similarly the voltage, if present at the amplifier’s output ports, is required for powering line devices on the trunk lines. This voltage is not controlled by the “LNB power switch” therefore cannot be switched off.

In large 5 wire MDU buildings with Cascade Taps and MultiSwitch’s, DC power blocks are to be connected to all satellite (i.e. non-FTA) feed wires to prevent power passing to the input of the MultiSwitch.

The DC power blocks should be fitted as set out below for different types of Cascade Taps.

NOTE:

Always fit Capacitive 75 Ohm power blocking terminators on all unused trunk line terminations. (Resistive 75 Ohm terminators will get extremely hot if fitted to unused trunk line terminations).

6.5 Terra 5 wire Cascade Tap

Terra 5 wire Cascade Tap – different brand MultiSwitch

DC Power Block(s) must be fitted to all H ports on TERRA Tap when connected to 2 (or 3) input MultiSwitch’s as shown below. The ON / OFF switch on the left hand side of the Tap must be in the OFF position when using the DC power blocks.

TERRA Cascade Tap connected to a single MultiSwitch (no FTA)


TERRA Cascade Tap connected to two MultiSwitch’s, includes FTA connection

Terra 5 wire Cascade Tap – Terra MultiSwitch DC Power Blocks are not required to be fitted to a 5 wire TERRA Cascade Tap connected to a 5 way TERRA MultiSwitch.

NOTE:

If FTA signals are not being distributed, the power switch should be in the OFF position.

If FTA signals are being distributed as shown below, the power switch should be in the ON position.

TERRA cascade Tap with 5 wire connection to MultiSwitch


6.6 Spaun 5 wire Cascade Tap

DC Power Blocks must be fitted to all connected ports on a SPAUN Tap when connected to a 2 or 3 input MultiSwitch as shown below.

Spaun 5 wire Tap with 2 DC Power Blocks fitted

Spaun 5 wire Tap connected to two Multiswitches’

NOTE:

A DC power block must be fitted to the terrestrial output port of the FTA feed if line powering of the terrestrial input port is used.


7 System Performance

7.1 System and Wallplate specifications

FOXTEL requires all system and wallplate performance testing to be carried out with a Field Strength test instrument listed in the Installer Product List (IPL) and that readings within a system comply with those shown on the next page. If any wallplate performance is substandard, troubleshooting will be required to rectify the fault.


Wallplate Performance: MDU & Commercial: 58 dBuV (min), 76 dBuV (max) ±2 dB due to accuracy of meters

MER (at wallplate) no less than 12.5 dB

BER PRE-VITERBI (at wallplate) must be better than <2E-4

BER POST-VITERBI (at wallplate) must be better than <2E-7

Slope (at wallplate) no greater than 12 dB

Maximum level between ALL wallplates is 18 dB

Cable loss RG11: 0.22 dB per metre @ 2050 MHz Cable loss RG6: 0.32 dB per metre @ 2050 MHz

FOXTEL nominal launch amplifier input level=75dBuV

Lateral length cable loss: Over 10 metres = 3 dB (approx) Over 15 metres = 4.5 dB (approx) Over 30 metres = 9 dB (approx)

Note: Clear sky weather conditions

System and Wallplate specifications


7.2 Modulation Error Ratio (MER)

Modulation Error Ratio (MER) provides a single ‘figure of merit’ analysis of a received signal. This figure includes the total signal degradation that is likely to be present at the STU’s input and so provides an indication of the ability of the STU to correctly decode the signal. Determining the MER of a digital signal is a critical part of determining how much margin the system has before failure. MER in digital systems has also been likened to a digital version of Carrier-to-Noise (C/N) used in analog systems. MER measures all distortions and impairments in a digital signal, not just the in band noise as in Carrier to noise measurements. (Noise is usually the major contributor to signal impairment). Unlike analog systems where you can see degradations in Carrier to Noise performance, a poor MER is not noticeable on the picture right up to the point of system failure. MER measurement is expressed in dB.

By moving the LNBF skew you will find the MER being measured changes significantly.

As little as 1mm LNBF skew can make a substantial difference to the MER. By peaking the MER, this will ensure that dish alignment is optimized thus reducing the

effects of rain fade. The following images demonstrate the effect of noise on Analog Systems. (Gradually poorer C/N) compared to the effect of noise on Digital Systems (gradually poorer MER)

Possible Causes of low MER Possible Effects of low MER Dish incorrectly aligned (Satellite) Pixilation Inclement weather Picture drop out Poorly terminated / loose F-Connectors No picture Cable bend radius exceeded Overdriving devices (amplifier, MultiSwitch) Un-terminated devices Faulty / Low Return Loss F-Barrel on outlet Cable ties too tight Non-Linear LNBF (Satellite)


7.3 Bit Error Rate (BER)

BER is commonly used in digital transmission systems. The Viterbi error correction system is used in FOXTEL STU’s and is also present in Field Strength test instruments. BER is an important concept to understand in any digital transmission system since it is a major indicator of the health of the system. As data is transmitted some of the bits may not be received correctly. The more bits that are incorrect, the more the signal will be affected. The Forward Error Correction (FEC) can correct errors up to a point, after which errors are passed on to the decoding circuitry. It’s important to know the Pre and Post FEC BER to know how hard the FEC is working to correct errors. Pre Viterbi BER This measurement indicates any errors present before any correction has taken place. Post Viterbi BER Post Viterbi is the first measurement after the Viterbi error corrector. The Viterbi corrector works very hard processing data to finally achieve an error free result. The harder Viterbi corrector is working, the closer the system is to failure. Determining the PRE and POST FEC BER can tell you how hard the FEC is working giving an indication of system margin. It’s important to know what portions of the bits are in error so you can determine how much margin the system has before failure. In a digital transmission, BER is the percentage of bits with errors divided by the total number of bits that have been transmitted, received or processed over a given time period. BER Definition BER is defined as the ratio of the number of wrong bits over the number of total bits.


BER Notation The BER is typically expressed as 10 to the negative power (displayed in Scientific Notation). The more negative the exponent, the better the BER. Post BER better than 1.0E-6 is needed for systems to operate. Four erroneous bits out of 100,000 bits transmitted would be expressed as 4 x 10-5, or the expression 3 x 10-6 would indicate that three bits were in error out of 1,000,000 transmitted.

Possible Causes of high BER Possible Effects of high BER Poorly terminated / Loose F-Connectors Pixilation Cable bend radius exceeded Picture drop out Cable damaged No picture Un-terminated devices Use of un-approved cable / devices Use of crimp F-Connectors in lieu of compression connectors (Satellite) Overdriving devices (amplifier, MultiSwitch) Inclement weather Faulty / Low Return Loss F-Barrel on outlet Cable ties too tight Poorly terminated / Loose F-Connectors Cable bend radius exceeded


7.4 Digital Channel Power (DCP)

Digital Channel Power (DCP) is the measure of the average power level across a whole transponder and converted into a corresponding voltage value (dBuV). Selecting the correct dish size will provide the appropriate DCP performance and will also provide appropriate increase in margin of Bit Error Rate (BER) and Modulation Error Ratio (MER) to cater for rain fade margin and distribution system degradation. The nominal launch amplifier input levels received from the dish may vary due to system design constraints. FOXTEL’s nominal launch amplifier input level is 75+/-5dB. Balancing the system is usually carried out by adjusting the amplifier’s input attenuator so that its maximum output level is not exceeded. The amplifier’s gain must never be used to its full capacity, approximately 4dB reserve gain is recommended for all launch amplifiers. As amplifiers are loaded with more and more channels, their output must be derated to ensure any distortion is maintained within specified limits. Typically the distortion figure can be improved by up to 2dB for every 1dB of gain reduction. Similarly as amplifiers are known to generate distortion, it follows that this distortion will accumulate as amplifiers are cascaded. Therefore amplifiers in cascade must also be derated. FOXTEL are currently transmitting digital services from Optus D3 & C1 satellites. Once future satellites become available for transmission of additional services, any systems which have their amplifiers performing close to their maximum RF output or have high DCP at the outlet may require a service call to rebalance the system, thus reducing the distortion level present.


7.5 Calculating MultiSwitch output signal level range

The following instructions are to be used as a guide only when balancing the end of line MultiSwitch’s to ensure correct signal level (DCP) is delivered to the wallplate and is within specification; Using the shortest & longest lateral lengths from the MultiSwitch, calculate the cable attenuation using an average of 0.3dB per metre. Once the total amount of cable attenuation is known and the maximum and minimum MultiSwitch outputs have been determined, proceed to balance the system including any adjustment to amplifiers to ensure the correct amount of signal is delivered to the MultiSwitch and thus to the wallplate. Lateral length Loss Use the system design to find the shortest & longest lateral lengths. Use 0.3dB per metre to calculate lateral loss from the MultiSwitch to the wallplate.

Lateral length 10m=3dB loss, Lateral length 15m=4.5dB loss, Lateral length 30m=9dB loss etc

Maximum DCP at MultiSwitch calculation Calculate maximum DCP from the MultiSwitch to deliver maximum 76dBuV +/- 2dBuV at the wallplate as follows; Use the shorter lateral length e.g. 10m.

76dBuV (wallplate spec) plus 3dB (10m lateral loss) plus +/-2dB (inaccuracy due to meter) equals between 77 - 81dBuV at the MultiSwitch output (note add 2.5dB if diplexer installed (WPD)

Therefore in this example the system is to be balanced so that each MultiSwitch delivers a maximum output of 81dBuV. (Or 83.5dBuV if diplexer installed) Minimum DCP at MultiSwitch calculation Calculate minimum DCP from the MultiSwitch to deliver minimum 58dBuV +/- 2dBuV at the wallplate as follows; Use the longer lateral length e.g. 30m.

58dBuV (wallplate spec) plus 9dB (30m lateral loss) plus +/-2dB (inaccuracy due to meter) equals between 65 - 69dBuV at the MultiSwitch output (note add 2.5dB if diplexer installed (WPD)

Therefore in this example the system is to be balanced so that each MultiSwitch delivers a minimum output of 65dBuV. (Or 67.5dBuV if diplexer installed)


In summary using the above examples, the system should be balanced so that every MultiSwitch in the design delivers a DCP of between 65-81dBuV (or 67.5-83.5dBuV if diplexer installed). Following the above instructions will ensure the correct signal level (DCP) is delivered to the wallplate and is within specification.


7.6 Slope Calculations

Slope (single) Where data logs have been taken at each wallplate within the system, use these logs to calculate the slope by;

Identifying the highest DCP and the lowest DCP for the wallplate being tested. Subtract the highest DCP from the lowest DCP to calculate the slope at the wallplate. Slope for single wallplate must be no more than 12dB.

In situations where access to each occupied unit is difficult prohibiting you from measuring signal levels at the wallplate, calculate the slope at the MultiSwitch instead as follows;

Identify the highest DCP and the lowest DCP for the MultiSwitch being tested. Subtract the highest DCP from the lowest DCP to calculate the slope at the wallplate. Due to the lateral length and ‘roll off’ at the higher frequency end i.e. attenuation of

coaxial cable is greater at higher frequencies than at lower frequencies, the slope when measured at the MultiSwitch will differ from the slope expected at the wallplate.

The ‘roll off’ due to attenuation at the higher frequency end is calculated at 1.1dB attenuation per 10 metres of RG6 cable.

To calculate the slope at the wallplate when data logging at the MultiSwitch you are required to subtract 1.1dB attenuation per 10 metres of RG6 lateral length from the MultiSwitch slope i.e. Eg.1 MultiSwitch slope is 14dB with 10 m lateral to wallplate;

14dB slope at MultiSwitch subtract 1.1dB (10metres of RG6 lateral cable) equals 12.9dB slope at the wallplate (Fails for shorter lateral)

E.g. 2 MultiSwitch slope is 16dB with 30 m lateral to wallplate;

16dB slope at MultiSwitch subtract 3.3dB (30metres of RG6 lateral cable) equals 12.7dB slope at the wallplate (Passes for longer lateral)

NOTES:

If the required slope cannot be achieved due to the slope received from the LNBF or the system design, an in line slope equalizer can be fitted as shown below;

E.g. DCP level for D3 T9 is 80dBuV and DCP level for D3 T12 is 70dBuV, the installation of a 12dB line equalizer will flatten the slope by approximately 6dB.


In line slope equalizer installation

NOTES continued:

5 wire Terra Multiswitch’s (8, 12 & 16 way) have graduated outputs E.g. on a 16 way 5 wire Terra MultiSwitch, the “Highest” outputs are usually the first block

of four outputs i.e. outputs 1-4 and the “Lowest” outputs are usually the last block of four outputs i.e. outputs 13-16..

Ensure you nominate which output number was logged as this impacts on the slope calculation.( i.e. MultiSwitch Level 35 Output 1

The slope when calculated at the “Highest” output may in fact exceed 12dB. These MultiSwitch outputs are normally connected to the longer cable runs within the

system. Based on the length of the cable and ‘roll off’ at the higher frequency end, the slope

when measured at the wallplate should fall within spec.


Slope (ALL) Where data logs have been taken at each wallplate within the system, use these logs to calculate the slope (ALL) by;

Identifying the overall highest DCP from all the wallplates Identifying the overall lowest DCP from all the wallplates Subtract the highest DCP from the lowest DCP to calculate the slope for ALL

wallplates. Slope for ALL wallplates must be no more than 18dB.

In situations where access to each occupied unit is difficult prohibiting you from measuring signal levels at the wallplate, calculate the slope ALL at the MultiSwitch’s instead as follows;

Identify the overall highest DCP from all the MultiSwitch’s Identify the overall lowest DCP from all the MultiSwitch’s Subtract the highest DCP from the lowest DCP to calculate the slope for ALL

wallplates. Slope for ALL wallplates (even though these are calculated from all Multiswitches’)

must be no more than 18dB.

NOTE: For 5 wire Terra MultiSwitch’s, use the lowest gain output for slope ALL calculations. E.g. 16 way 5 wire Terra MultiSwitch use output 15.


7.7 Test Equipment approved for FOXTEL installations

All test equipment intended for use on FOXTEL MDU installations must be an approved type and can be found on FOXTEL’s Installer Product List (IPL) at http://www.foxtel.com.au/support/developers-contractors/installation-aids/default.htm Failing this unapproved test equipment will make it very difficult to achieve full compliance to FOXTEL’s wallplate specification due to the test equipment’s poor performance.

To ensure the accuracy and reliability of your test equipment observe the following points of interest;

RF test lead;

Regularly check the condition of the RF test lead to ensure it is not damaged or kinked.

Replace RF test lead as required. Regularly check the condition of the BNC and/or F connectors attached to the RF

test lead. Replace BNC and/or F connectors where excessive wear is evident. A faulty test lead will result in the test equipment giving inaccurate readings.

Calibration of test equipment;

As all test equipments vary from each other slightly, the test equipment should be checked against, either, a spectrum analyser or another meter whose accuracy is known before it’s first use, so that any differences can be taken into account.

Test equipment should be checked quarterly for its calibration & accuracy at an approved service centre.

Battery “memory effect”; Inappropriate use of NI-CD batteries may cause “memory effect”. Memory effect will limit the battery charge. In order to bring the battery back to its original capacity carry out 3-5 complete

charge/discharge cycles at room temperature at least every 2-3 months.

Battery replacement; Replace the battery whenever capacity of the fully charged battery is noticeably

diminished. Avoid any type of short circuit when removing the battery as this may cause damage

to your meter.

Cleaning the test equipment; Clean the test equipment with a dry, soft cloth. If this does not work to your satisfaction, clean the test equipment using a solution of

detergent and water applied with a damp soft cloth. Dry thoroughly before using the test equipment again.


7.8 Channel Plan

Below is the OPTUS D3 & C1 Transponder Frequency listings.

Installation testing and/or commissioning is usually carried out on all FOXTEL installations using the following transponders;

Optus D3 Transponders T10, T12,T14, T19, T24, Optus C1 Transponders T14, & T20 (as a minimum).

OPTUS D3 Transponder Frequencies

Down Link Transponder

Down Link Polarity

Downlink Centre

Frequency MHz

Symbol Rate

FEC 10.7 L.O Centre

Frequency MHz

1 Vertical 11720.5 27800 ¾ 1020.5

2 Vertical 11762.0 27800 ¾ 1062.0

3 Vertical 11803.5 27800 ¾ 1103.5

4 Vertical 11845.0 27800 ¾ 1145.0

5 Vertical 11886.5 27800 ¾ 1186.5

6 Vertical 11928.0 27800 ¾ 1228.0

7 Vertical 11969.5 27800 ¾ 1269.5

8 Vertical 12011.0 27800 ¾ 1311.0

9 Vertical 12052.5 27800 ¾ 1352.5

10 Vertical 12094.0 27800 ¾ 1394.0

11 Vertical 12135.5 27800 ¾ 1435.5

12 Vertical 12177.0 27800 ¾ 1477.0

13 Horizontal 11720.5 29455 3/5 1020.5

14 Horizontal 11762.0 27800 ¾ 1062.0

15 Horizontal 11803.5 27800 ¾ 1103.5

16 Horizontal 11845.0 27800 ¾ 1145.0

17 Horizontal 11886.5 27800 ¾ 1186.5

18 Horizontal 11928.0 27800 ¾ 1228.0

19 Horizontal 11969.5 27800 ¾ 1269.5

20 Horizontal 12011.0 29455 3/5 1311.0

21 Horizontal 12052.5 29455 3/5 1352.5

22 Horizontal 12094.0 27800 ¾ 1394.0

23 Horizontal 12135.5 27800 ¾ 1435.5

24 Horizontal 12177.0 27800 ¾ 1477.0


OPTUS C1 Transponder Frequencies

Down Link Transponder

Down Link Polarity

Downlink Centre

Frequency MHz

Symbol Rate

FEC 10.7 L.O Centre

Frequency MHz

1 Vertical 12287.0 27800 ¾ 1587.0

2 Vertical 12367.0 27800 ¾ 1667.0

3 Vertical 12407.0 30000 ¾ 1707.0

4 Vertical 12447.0 27800 ¾ 1747.0

5 Vertical 12487.0 27800 ¾ 1787.0

6 Vertical 12527.0 30000 ¾ 1827.0

7 Vertical 12567.0 27800 ¾ 1867.0

8 Vertical 12607.0 27800 ¾ 1907.0

9 Vertical 12647.0 27800 ¾ 1947.0

10A Vertical 12692.5 28650 ½ 1992.5

10B Vertical 12728.25 28650 ½ 2028.25

11 Horizontal 12305.0 30000 ¾ 1605.0

12 Horizontal 12358.0 27800 ¾ 1658.0

13 Horizontal 12398.0 27800 ¾ 1698.0

14 Horizontal 12438.0 27800 ¾ 1738.0

15 Horizontal 12478.0 27800 ¾ 1778.0

16 Horizontal 12518.0 27800 ¾ 1818.0

17 Horizontal 12558.0 27800 ¾ 1858.0

18 Horizontal 12598.0 27800 ¾ 1898.0

19 Horizontal 12638.0 27800 ¾ 1938.0

20 Horizontal 12688.8 27800 ¾ 1988.8


7.9 Post Installation

At the completion of an installation, an approved ‘as built’ Scope of Works document shall be forwarded to FOXTEL.

Note: The National Service Provider (for Commercial installations only - Installation Company) submits an electronic copy of the ‘as built’ Scope of Work document to FOXTEL.

An accurately electronic ‘as built’ design showing all the equipment that has been installed in the system must be provided with the ‘as built’ Scope of Works document.

7.10 Commissioning

Post installation testing involves completion of an appropriate Scope of Work commissioning sheet with;

Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate levels.

The Installation Company must ensure all tests comply with the wallplate specifications. Post installation testing involves data logging an installation as defined below;

LNBF Tests

LNBF’s must be tested by the Installation Company for; Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for Optus D3

Transponders T10, T12,T14, T19, T24, Optus C1 Transponders T14, & T20 (as a minimum).

All ports of the LNBF should be tested i.e. 4 logs taken on a quad LNBF.

Amplifier Tests

All amplifiers must be tested by the Installation Company for; Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for Optus D3


All amplifier inputs and outputs should be tested.

MultiSwitch Tests

All Multiswitches’ must be tested for;

Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for Optus D3 Transponders T10, T12,T14, T19, T24, Optus C1 Transponders T14, & T20 (as a minimum).

One set of data logs per MultiSwitch should be taken. 5 wire Terra Multiswitch’s (8, 12 & 16 way) have graduated outputs. Ensure you

nominate which output number was logged (i.e. Multiswitch Level 35 Output 1).


Wallplate Tests - MDU

All wallplates must be tested for; Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for Optus D3


Alternatively test at the closest and at the furthest wallplate per floor /level provided access is available to these units.

Wallplate Tests - Commercial

Wallplates must be tested for; Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for OB (FTA)

channels Analogue & DVB-T 2, 7, 9, 10, SBS and all FOXTEL modulated channels. The signal levels must be tested at the following wallplates;

• Closest to the Headend • Central to the Headend and • Furthest from the Headend.


8 Quality Audit

8.1 Quality Assurance Inspection

FOXTEL and National Service Providers may, from time to time, perform inspections of installation sites to confirm the installation complies with standards as outlined in this Handbook.


9 Troubleshooting

9.1 Troubleshooting Overview

This section provides an overview of the fault-finding process, which will help identify faults that have arisen during the installation. A Multi-Dwelling Unit digital test instrument is an essential tool for successful fault analysis and identification. Satellite installation faults can be diagnosed by using the installation design as a signal flow map. By tracing the signal path from the wallplate to the LNBF and testing each component along the path, it will become clear which section (fault zone) contains the fault. Fault finding steps There are three steps in the fault-finding process:

1. Analysis of the fault (where to use test equipment and what to measure)

symptoms of the fault

2. Identification of the cause

a list of possible causes

3. Fault rectification (using test equipment to confirm fault is fixed)

a list of possible solutions

The table below can be used to enter Fault Analysis and Identification details. Typical scenarios have been included.

Analyse Identify Rectify

Problem / Symptom

Possible Cause Solution

Low Digital Channel Power at wallplate

Low DCP at MultiSwitch Check & rebalance amplifiers

Low MER on D3 T19 & D3 T24 at MultiSwitch output

Poor F connector terminations or faulty RF cabling

Re terminate F connectors and replace RF cabling as required

No Vertical polarity MER/BER at MultiSwitch output

Crossed cabling Trace the signal path from MultiSwitch back through system until MER/BER appears. Re cable affected areas.

Uneven frequency response at MultiSwitch output causing slope issues

Non Linear LNBF, Poor F connector terminations or faulty RF cabling

Re check LNBF, replace if required, Trace the signal path & re terminate F connectors and replace RF cabling as required

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