C8M - NTSC - Instalační Manual y Configuración

C o m m a n d e r ™8
C8M-L-*
C8M-H-*
Commander™ 8 Modulator
Installation and Operation Manual
Commander ™ 8
VIDEO MODULATION (%) STATUS TEST
RF TP IF TP GI CORP. EIA CH. 2 20 80 87.5 95
RF OUT
VIDEO AGC
VIDEO AURAL C8M-L
ENT AUDIO AGC
5 10 15 20 25 30 45 50 55 70
EXT REF
AUDIO DEVIATION (KHz) REMOTE
-20dB
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Caution
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the Installation and Troubleshooting Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Special Symbols That Might Appear on the Equipment
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage levels are present within the equipment. These voltages are not
insulated and may be of sufficient strength to cause serious bodily injury when touched. The symbol may also
appear on schematics.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
installation, servicing, and operating instructions in the documents accompanying the equipment.
For continued protection against fire, replace all fuses only with fuses having the same electrical ratings marked
at the location of the fuse.
This equipment operates over the marked Voltage and Frequency range without requiring manual setting of any selector
switches. Different types of line cord sets may be used for connections to the mains supply circuit and should comply
with the electrical code requirements of the country of use. This equipment requires a grounding conductor in the line
cord. The line cord provided with the equipment is acceptable for use with NEMA Style 5-15R ac receptacles supplying
nominal 120 Volts.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE APPARATUS
SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.
CAUTION: TO ENSURE REGULATORY AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE, USE ONLY THE PROVIDED POWER CABLES.
It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge arrestor in the AC outlet to which this device is connected. This is to avoid damaging the
equipment by local lightning strikes and other electrical surges.
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Installation Manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by Motorola could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment under the rules and regulations of the FCC.
Canadian Compliance
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respects toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
International Declaration of Conformity

We Motorola, Inc.
101 Tournament Drive
Horsham, PA 19044, U.S.A.
declare under our sole responsibility that the
Commander™ 8 Modulator Model C8M-L-* and C8M-H-*
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with one or more of the following standards:
EMC Standards
EN50083-2 CISPR-22
Safety Standards
EN60065
following the provisions of the Directive(s) of the Council of the European Union:
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
Copyright © 2002 by Motorola, Inc.

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Contents
Section 1
Introduction
Related Documentation ...................................................................................................................................................................1-2
Document Conventions ...................................................................................................................................................................1-3
If You Need Help ...............................................................................................................................................................................1-3
Calling for Repairs............................................................................................................................................................................1-3
Section 2
Overview
Options ..............................................................................................................................................................................................2-1
C8-DC ........................................................................................................................................................................................2-1
BTSC-SE-C8M ..........................................................................................................................................................................2-1
BTSC-SAP-C8M........................................................................................................................................................................2-1
Model Conventions ..........................................................................................................................................................................2-2
Front Panel Controls and Displays.................................................................................................................................................2-2
Rear Panel .........................................................................................................................................................................................2-4
The Menu System .............................................................................................................................................................................2-7
Changing a Menu Item ............................................................................................................................................................2-8
Main Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................2-9
Input Menu..............................................................................................................................................................................2-10
RF Menu..................................................................................................................................................................................2-12
Video Menu.............................................................................................................................................................................2-14
Audio Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................2-16
BTSC Menu.............................................................................................................................................................................2-18
System Menu..........................................................................................................................................................................2-19
Remote Menu .........................................................................................................................................................................2-20
Warning Messages .........................................................................................................................................................................2-21
Section 3
Installation
Before You Begin .............................................................................................................................................................................3-1
Mounting the Modulator...................................................................................................................................................................3-1
Changing the Alias ...........................................................................................................................................................................3-2
Checking the Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................3-3
Input Switching Capabilities............................................................................................................................................................3-4
C8M-*-* Installation and Operation Manual

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Automatic Gain Control................................................................................................................................................................... 3-5

IF AGC ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
Baseband AGC ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3-5
Audio ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3-5
Audio AGC ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
Audio Impedance .................................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Unbalanced Audio................................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Audio Level .............................................................................................................................................................................. 3-6
Stereo Encoder (Optional)...................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Selecting the RF Channel Frequency Plan.................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Using Digital Modulation................................................................................................................................................................. 3-6
Typical Interconnections................................................................................................................................................................. 3-7
Basic Video and Audio Interfacing........................................................................................................................................ 3-7
C8M-*-* Connections Using Video B Loop-Through ........................................................................................................... 3-8
Satellite Link Connection ....................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Satellite Link Connection with C8M-*-* and Stereo Encoder ............................................................................................ 3-10
Video Scrambling.................................................................................................................................................................. 3-11
C8M-*-*/MVP II Connections with Baseband Scrambling and Stereo.............................................................................. 3-12
CW Output.............................................................................................................................................................................. 3-13
Stereo IF Interfacing.............................................................................................................................................................. 3-14
Composite Baseband Video Interfacing with Aural Subcarrier........................................................................................ 3-15
C8M-*-*/MVP II Connections with Audio Privacy and Stereo............................................................................................ 3-16
CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-* Connections...................................................................................................................................... 3-17
Analog Satellite Receiver/CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-* Connections ......................................................................................... 3-18
Section 4
Troubleshooting
Resetting the C8M-*-*....................................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Section 5
System Block Diagrams
Video to IF Modulation System....................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Audio to IF Modulation System ...................................................................................................................................................... 5-3
IF Switching and AGC System........................................................................................................................................................ 5-4
IF to Channel Converter System .................................................................................................................................................... 5-5

Contents iii
Appendix A
Specifications
RF .................................................................................................................................................................................................. A-1
IF .................................................................................................................................................................................................. A-1
Video................................................................................................................................................................................................. A-2
Audio................................................................................................................................................................................................. A-3
Remote Control................................................................................................................................................................................ A-3
General ............................................................................................................................................................................................. A-3
BTSC-SE-C8M .................................................................................................................................................................................. A-4
BTSC-SAP-C8M ............................................................................................................................................................................... A-4
C8-DC................................................................................................................................................................................................ A-4
Appendix B
Frequency Plan
Appendix C
Changing a Menu Item
Appendix D
Signal Priority Chart
Figures
Figure 1-1 Front and rear views of the C8M-*-* ............................................................................................................................1-2
Figure 2-1 C8M-*-* front panel ........................................................................................................................................................2-2
Figure 2-2 C8M-*-* rear panel .........................................................................................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-3 Menu relationships........................................................................................................................................................2-7
Figure 3-1 Operational-check connections...................................................................................................................................3-3
Figure 3-2 Basic video/audio interfacing ......................................................................................................................................3-7
Figure 3-3 C8M-*-* video B loop-through connections................................................................................................................3-8
Figure 3-4 Satellite link connection ...............................................................................................................................................3-9
Figure 3-5 Satellite link connection with stereo encoder..........................................................................................................3-10
Figure 3-6 C8M-*-*/MVP II IF interfacing ......................................................................................................................................3-11
Figure 3-7 C8M-*-*/MVP II/video B loop-through/baseband scrambling and stereo connections ........................................3-12
Figure 3-8 MVP II/C8M-*-* interfacing using the CW output......................................................................................................3-13
Figure 3-9 C8M-*-*/CMTS IF interfacing.......................................................................................................................................3-14
Figure 3-10 External composite baseband connection.............................................................................................................3-15
Figure 3-11 C8M-*-*/MVP II/video B loop-through/audio privacy and stereo connections ....................................................3-16

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Figure 3-12 CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-*interfacing.............................................................................................................................. 3-17

Figure 3-13 Analog satellite receiver/CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-* connections ............................................................................... 3-18
Figure 5-1 Video to IF modulation system.................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Figure 5-2 Audio to IF modulation system ................................................................................................................................... 5-3
Figure 5-3 IF switching and AGC system ..................................................................................................................................... 5-4
Figure 5-4 IF to channel converter system................................................................................................................................... 5-5
Tables
Table 2-1 Front-panel controls and displays................................................................................................................................ 2-3
Table 2-2 Rear panel features ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-4
Table 2-3 Main menu....................................................................................................................................................................... 2-9
Table 2-4 Input menu .................................................................................................................................................................... 2-10
Table 2-5 RF menu ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2-12
Table 2-6 Video menu ................................................................................................................................................................... 2-14
Table 2-7 Audio menu................................................................................................................................................................... 2-16
Table 2-8 BTSC menu ................................................................................................................................................................... 2-18
Table 2-9 System menu ................................................................................................................................................................ 2-19
Table 2-10 Remote menu.............................................................................................................................................................. 2-20
Table 2-11 Warning messages..................................................................................................................................................... 2-21
Table 4-1 Common fault indications ............................................................................................................................................. 4-1
Table 4-2 Soft and hard resets....................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Table 5-1 Video to IF modulation system ..................................................................................................................................... 5-2
Table 5-2 Audio to IF modulation system..................................................................................................................................... 5-3
Table 5-3 IF switching and AGC system....................................................................................................................................... 5-4
Table 5-4 IF to channel converter system .................................................................................................................................... 5-5

Section 1
Introduction
™
The Commander 8, frequency-agile television signal modulator, model C8M-*-*, accepts a video
signal and modulates it onto an RF carrier for transmission in a cable system. The system is
packaged in a space saving, 1.75-inch high rack-mounted housing and uses an efficient
switching power supply to minimize power consumption and heat.
Features of the C8M-*-* include:
Frequency selection in 12.5 kHz steps or channel map
Two video inputs with automatic source signal switching
Video and audio AGC
Loop-through video input
Front panel user-friendly interface keypad
Two IF inputs with automatic IF switching provision
Easy to read vacuum florescent display (VFD)
Remote interface
Integrated BTSC stereo encoder option
Integrated BTSC SAP encoder option
DC power option
4.5 MHz external subcarrier input
Video clamp on burst and/or sync level
External phase-lock capability
Two versions of the C8M are available:
C8M-L-* for low frequencies between 50 MHz and 600 MHz
C8M-H-* for high frequencies between 550 MHz and 1000 MHz

1-2 Introduction
Figure 1-1 illustrates the front and rear views of the C8M-*-* without options:
Figure 1-1
Front and rear views of the C8M-*-*
Commander ™ 8
VIDEO MODULATION (%) STATU S TEST
RF TP IF TP 20 80 87.5 95
RF OUT
VIDEO AGC VIDEO AURAL C8M-L
ENT AUDIO AGC
5 10 15 20 25 30 45 50 55 70
EXT REF
-20dB
REM OTE RF OUT REF IN PGM IN AUX IN COMP IF OUT PIF IN PIF OUT SIF IN SIF OUT CW OUT EX T IN/OUT
OUT IN
VIDEO B OUT B- VIDE O IN- A
T
2.5A 250V
G H G H G H G H
A P G S G G MA DE IN JAPAN
100-240V~,50-60Hz,0.5A/0.3A,40W Time-lag B | S | R | L(A)
Using This Manual

This manual includes information and instructions required to install and operate the C8M-*-*.
Section 1 Introduction provides a brief description of the C8M-*-*, related documentation, the helpline
number, and information about repair.
Section 2 Overview describes the C8M-*-*, identifies the front panel displays and controls, describes
the rear panel connectors, and explains the menu system.
Section 3 Installation provides instructions on how to install and operate the C8M-*-*.
Section 4 Troubleshooting provides information on common error conditions and their resolutions.
Section 5 System Block Diagrams describes the operation of the C8M-*-* through a series of
diagrams.
Appendix A Specifications provide the technical specifications for the C8M-*-*.
Appendix B Frequency Plan lists the Frequency Plan.
Appendix C Changing a Menu Item illustrates how to change a menu item.
Appendix D Signal Priority Chart provides the priority chart for input signals.
Related Documentation
The following documents describe equipment that can be used with the C8M-*-*:
®
C6BD-II Commander 6 Broadcast Demodulator Installation and Operation Manual
DSR-4500 Installation Manual
AM-OMNI-HCS Installation and Operation Guide
Modulating Video Processor Model MVP II Installation Manual
OAPL-* Off-Air Phase Lock Installation Manual
Stereo Encoder Model CMTS Installation Manual
Although these documents provide information that may be of interest to you, they are not
necessary to install or operate the C8M-*-* modulator.

Introduction 1-3
Document Conventions
Before you begin using the C8M-*-*, familiarize yourself with the stylistic conventions used in
this manual:
SMALL CAPS Denotes silk screening on the equipment, typically representing front and rear-panel
controls, I/O connections and indicators (LEDs).
* (asterisk) Indicates that there are several versions of the same model number and the information
applies to all models. When the information applies to a specific model, the complete
model number is given.
Italic type Denotes a displayed variable, a variable that you must type, or is used for emphasis.
Bold type Denotes a system default.
If You Need Help

If you need assistance while working with the C8M-*-*, contact the Motorola Technical
Response Center (TRC):
Inside the U.S.: 1-888-944-HELP (1-888-944-4357)
Outside the U.S.: 215-323-0044
Online: http://www.motorola.com/broadband, click HTML/Modem Version, click
Customer Support, then click Web Support.
The TRC is open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday and 10 AM to
5 PM Eastern Time, Saturday. When the TRC is closed, emergency service only is available on a
call-back basis. Web Support offers a searchable solutions database, technical documentation,
and low priority issue creation/tracking 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Calling for Repairs

If repair is necessary, call the Motorola Repair Facility at 1-800-227-0450 for a Return for
Service Authorization (RSA) number before sending the unit. The RSA number must be
prominently displayed on all equipment cartons. The Repair Facility is open from 8:00 AM to
5:00 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday.
When calling from outside the United States, use the appropriate international access code and
then call 956-541-0600 to contact the Repair Facility.
When shipping equipment for repair, follow these steps:
1 Pack the unit securely.
2 Enclose a note describing the exact problem.
3 Enclose a copy of the invoice that verifies the warranty status.
4 Ship the unit PREPAID to the following address:
Motorola, Inc.
Broadband Communications Sector
Attn: RSA #___________
5401 North Beach Street
Dock 122
Fort Worth, Texas 76137

Section 2
Overview
The C8M-*-* is a frequency-agile modulator offering an output frequency range from 50 MHz to
600 MHz (C8M-L-*) or 550 MHz to 1000 MHz (C8M-H-*). All HRC, IRC, and EIA frequencies
are available either by keying in the frequency or using the convenient channel maps.
The C8M-*-* provides local control by using a front panel user interface. This interface is a
menu system that provides easy access to operating parameters that are microprocessor
controlled for accuracy, stability, and reliability.
Upon frequency or channel selection, the microprocessor automatically engages internal
bandpass filters that ensure a combined carrier-to-noise (c/n) ratio greater than 65 dB without
external filtering. The c/n performance is guaranteed in multi-channel combined systems up to
149 channels.
The precision frequency stability of the C8M-*-* meets the band frequency accuracy
requirements of the FCC. The FCC mandated frequency offsets of +12.5 kHz and +25 kHz are
generated automatically. The C8M-*-* also exceeds all FCC RF and baseband signal
performance requirements.
Options
The options available for the C8M-*-* are:
DC Power Option Board, model C8-DC
Stereo Encoder Option Board, model BTSC-SE-C8M
SAP Encoder Option Board, model BTSC-SAP-C8M
C8-DC
The dc power input option accepts a dc input in the range of −20 to −60 Vdc. This option, which
includes a dc-to-dc converter and a rear panel dc inlet, replaces the standard ac power input.
This option is only available from the factory.
BTSC-SE-C8M
The C8M-*-SE is a DSP stereo encoder option for generating stereo sound. It encodes baseband
audio based on BTSC standards and employs dbx-TV noise reduction circuitry to ensure a
quality signal.
BTSC-SAP-C8M
The BTSC-SAP-C8M is an additional option board to encode Second Audio Program (SAP).

2-2 Overview
Model Conventions
The model number on your unit will reflect the options that are factory installed. The basic
modulator, without any options, is a C8M-L-XX or C8M-H-XX. The naming conventions are
shown below:
L (D) dc power
H (S) Stereo (no SAP)
(B) Stereo (with SAP)
For example, if your model is C8M-L-BX, the modulator is a low frequency model with the stereo
and SAP encoders factory installed.
Front Panel Controls and Displays

The front panel of the C8M-*-* modulator, illustrated in Figure 2-1, includes an operational
display, test ports, a keypad for adjustments, a bar graph, and a status display:
Figure 2-1
C8M-*-* front panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Commander ™ 8
VIDEO MODULATION (%) STATU S TEST
RF TP IF TP 20 80 87.5 95
RF OUT
VIDEO AGC
VIDEO AURAL C8M-H
ENT AUDIO AGC
5 10 15 20 25 30 45 50 55 70
EXT REF
-20dB

Overview 2-3
Table 2-1 describes the items on the C8M-*-* front panel:
Table 2-1
Front-panel controls and displays
Key Feature Description

The −20 dB RF test point connector provides a sample of the rear
RF TP
1
panel RF output signal (marked RF OUT). The signal level
measured at this connector is −20 dB nominal relative to the RF
output level at the rear panel. The distortion performance of the
unit should not be measured using this test point. This is an F-type
coaxial connector.
2 The –20 dB IF TEST connector provides a sample of the internal IF
IF TP
signal. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
3 The two line, 24-character, alphanumeric VFD displays operational

information for the C8M-*-* on the top line and warning messages
on the bottom line.
4 Use the keypad with four arrow keys to navigate through the
menus. On reaching the preferred menu item, the right-arrow key
is used to access the functions (See Changing a Menu Item in this
section).
5 ENT The ENT (Enter) key implements changes made to menu items.
6 20 80
VIDEO M ODULATION (% )
87.5 95
The LED bar graph monitors depth of video modulation or audio
5 10 15 20 25 30 45 50 55 70 deviation. You can select the preferred function (VIDEO or AUDIO)
in the System menu BAR GRAPH.
AUDIO DEV IATION (KHz )
7 STATUS
RF OUT
VIDEO AGC
The status display contains six LED indicators.
AUDIO AGC
Green: normal operation

EXT REF
REMOTE STATUS
Yellow: minor alarm

Red: major alarm
RF OUT Valid RF output detected
VIDEO AGC Video AGC activated
AUDIO AGC Audio AGC activated
EXT REF External reference input detected
REMOTE Remote operation activated
8
VIDEO
The VIDEO test point provides a buffered video output. This is a

BNC-type coaxial connector.
9
AURAL
AURAL test point (4.5 MHz). This is an F-type coaxial connector.

2-4 Overview
Rear Panel
Figure 2-2 illustrates the rear panel of the C8M-*-*:
Figure 2-2
C8M-*-* rear panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
REM OTE RF OUT REF IN PGM IN AUX IN COMP IF OUT PIF IN PIF OUT SIF IN SIF OUT CW OUT EX T IN/OUT
OUT IN
VIDEO B OUT B- VIDE O IN- A
T
2.5A 250V
G H G H G H G H
A P G S G G MA DE IN JAPAN
14 15
Table 2-2 identifies and describes the C8M-*-* rear-panel features:
Table 2-2
Rear panel features

1 This is the power-line connector; a label indicates the input power range.
The plastic panel above the power-line connector covers the 250 V fuses.
100-240V~,50-60H z,0.5A/0.3A,40W
2
REM OTE
OUT IN
The REMOTE OUT and IN connectors are used for RS-485 remote control.
These are R-J12 connectors.
3 RF OUT connector. This is the RF channel output. The modulated video and
RF OUT
audio carrier signals appear here. The output level is adjusted through the
menu. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
4 The REF IN connector is used to apply a reference signal for phase-lock
R EF IN
operation. The REF IN frequency must be 6.0000 MHz for IRC, or 6.0003 MHz
for HRC. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
5 The PGM IN connector accepts a 45.75 MHz analog IF signal or a 44 MHz
PGM IN
digital IF signal. This input can accommodate levels from +25 dBmV through
+35 dBmV. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
6 The AUX IN connector accepts a 45.75 MHz analog IF signal or a 44 MHz
AUX IN
digital IF signal. This input can accommodate levels from +25 dBmV through
+35 dBmV. This is an F-type coaxial connector.

Overview 2-5

7 The COMP IF OUT connector provides a sample of the modulated composite IF
COMP IF OUT
signal at a nominal 30 dBmV level. The video and audio correspond to the
signal selected from the VIDEO A/B and AUDIO A/B inputs, subcarrier or
composite baseband (video plus 4.5 MHz subcarrier inputs). If no video or
audio signals are present at the selected input, the signal consists of
unmodulated picture and sound carriers. This is an F-type coaxial connector.
8 and PIF IN connectors are jumpered during normal operation. PIF OUT
PIF IN PIF OUT
PIF OUT
can be used to interface with an IF scrambler. The PIF OUT output is a
modulated picture IF carrier at a nominal level of 35 dBmV. Since the PIF IN
input precedes a surface acoustic wave (SAW) filter, a composite IF signal
(picture IF plus sound IF) should not be applied to the PIF IN connector.
These are F-type coaxial connectors.
9 SIF OUT and SIF IN connectors are jumpered during normal operation. The
SIF IN SIF OUT
SIF OUT connector has FM modulated sound IF signal (41.25 MHz) at a

nominal level of 10 to 30 dBmV, depending on the audio level selected on
the main menu. The SIF IN connector is capable of passing a monophonic or
stereo modulated sound IF carrier. These are F-type coaxial connectors.
10 The CW OUT connector provides a +53 dBmV nominal unmodulated picture IF
CW OUT
carrier for use with the MVP-II video processor or other equipment. This is
an F-type coaxial connector.
11 The EXT IN /OUT connector accepts external subcarrier signals (composite

EX T IN/O UT
video inputs) and outputs internal aural subcarrier signals. This is an F-type
coaxial connector.
12 VIDEO B OUT- the video B input is looped through to VIDEO B OUT when
VIDEO B OUT
SOURCE> B LOOP is selected from the input menu. This is a BNC type
coaxial connector.
13 VIDEO IN A is the primary video input connector (75-ohm baseband video).
B-V IDEO IN-A
VIDEO IN B may be selected through the video menu. These are BNC type
coaxial connectors.
14 The terminal block is used to manually select an input. Selections made
A P S B G G
using this terminal block will override any menu selections. The terminal
block abbreviations are:
A: AUX IF
P: PGM IF
S: Sub carrier
B: Video B
G: Ground
To select an input, connect the desired terminal to a ground terminal. This
terminal block is primarily used for the Emergency Alert System (EAS) or
local advertising insertion applications. Ground closure connections from this
equipment can be connected to this terminal block enabling control over the
input switching of the upconverter. Simply connect one wire to the terminal
and the other to GND.

2-6 Overview

15 The audio terminal block is used to connect baseband audio to the
+ G
B |
+ G
S |
+ G
R
+ G
| L(A) modulator. The terminal block abbreviations are:
L (A): Left audio A (or mono audio A)
R: Right audio A (for stereo)
S: Mono SAP (second audio program)
B: Mono audio B
G: Ground terminal
+: Positive terminal
- : Negative terminal
All baseband audio inputs are normally a balanced 600-ohm input with a
ground. This can be switched to high impedance input (15 kohms) using the
menu. All inputs default to the balanced 600-ohm setting with the BTSC
option installed and cannot be changed.

Overview 2-7
The Menu System

The C8M-*-* is operated by menus that are accessed by the four arrow keys and the ENT key
located on the front panel. The following subsections provide instructions for changing the menu
items and descriptions of each menu. Figure 2-3 graphically illustrates the relationships
between menus:
Figure 2-3
Menu relationships
Down Down
Main menu Right Input menu
Left
Up
Down
Up RF menu
Down Right
Remote menu
Right
Up
Up
Down
System menu Down
Right Video menu
Right
Up
Up
Down
Down Right BTSC menu
Audio menu
Right
Up
Up
The BTSC menu is displayed if the BTSC option is installed. The Audio menu is displayed without the BTSC option installed.

2-8 Overview

To change a menu item:
1 Press the up- or down-arrow keys to scroll to the INPUT MENU, RF MENU, VIDEO MENU,
AUDIO/BTSC MENU, SYSTEM MENU, or REMOTE MENU.
2 Press the right-arrow key to display the first item on the menu selected.
3 Press the up- or down-arrow key to display the menu item you want to change.
4 Press the right-arrow key to select the item. The changeable part of the menu item flashes.
If NA is displayed, it indicates not available or not applicable.
5 Press the up- or down-arrow key to display the preferred value or option.
6 Press ENT to implement the change. If you decide not to make the change, press the
left-arrow key to exit the menu or take no action. If you take no action, the flashing item
reverts to its previous state after a ten-second delay.
The display is dimmed after five minutes of inactivity on the front panel and scrolls after
another five minutes. Press any key to restore normal operation.
See Appendix C, “Changing a Menu Item,” for a graphical representation of how to change a
menu item.

Overview 2-9
Main Menu
Table 2-3 illustrates and describes each item on the MAIN MENU:
Table 2-3
Main menu
Main Menu Appearance Description

DEFAULT DISPLAY Identifier for alias and frequency or channel
OR
INPUT MENU Selects INPUT MENU
OR
RF MENU Selects RF MENU
OR
VIDEO MENU Selects VIDEO MENU
OR
AUDIO MENU Selects AUDIO MENU (Not displayed with BTSC
option installed.)
OR
BTSC MENU Selects BTSC MENU (Not displayed without BTSC
option installed.)
OR
SYSTEM MENU Selects SYSTEM MENU
OR
REMOTE MENU Selects REMOTE MENU

2-10 Overview
Input Menu
Table 2-4 illustrates and describes each item on the INPUT MENU. Factory default values are
shown in bold.
Table 2-4
Input menu
Input Menu Appearance Description

SOURCE Selects video A and audio A inputs.
OR
Selects video B and audio B inputs.
OR
Selects video A input with combined video and audio
subcarrier input signals.
OR
Selects video A as active video input with video B input
only used for stereo sync source.
OR
Selects video B input and activates video B output.
OR
Selects video A and audio subcarrier inputs.
OR
Selects video B and audio subcarrier inputs.
OR
No input selected (unmodulated video and audio carrier
generated).
OR
Selects AUX IF input.
OR
Selects PGM IF input.
AUTO B Switches the automatic use of video B and audio B to

on or off. Video B and audio B are selected if video A is
missing and AUTO B is on.
OR

Overview 2-11
Input Menu Appearance Description

AUTO AUX Switches the automatic use of program IF ON or OFF.
Auxiliary IF is selected if the main IF input is lost when
AUTO AUX is on.
OR
AUTO PGM Selects AUTO PGM ON or OFF
OR
AUTO COMP Selects AUTO COMP ON or OFF
OR

2-12 Overview
RF Menu
Table 2-5 illustrates and describes each item on the RF MENU. Factory default values are
shown in bold.
Table 2-5
RF menu
RF Menu Appearance Description

FREQUENCY OR Selects the channel number or frequency of the
CHANNEL RF output. The factory defaults are 55.25 MHz
and 553.25 MHz.
OR
OR
TUNING MODE Selects the frequency plan. The choices are

FREQUENCY, EIA, HRC, and IRC.
OR
OR
OR
CAUTION!
If HRC is selected without a valid external reference or if system reference is set to internal, the warning message
HRC, NO EXT REF is displayed, and the RF output is turned off. The HRC operation is not allowed for channels 98
or 99. To activate the Frequency mode, enter 108.0250 or 114.0250 and then change REFERENCE to INTERNAL for
these channels.

Overview 2-13
RF LEVEL Selects RF level between 0 and 255 (128 is

default).
The bar graph indicates the relative number.
Press the right arrow key to display a numerical
indicator.
RF OUTPUT Selects RF output ON or OFF.
OR
A/V SEPARATION Selects A / V SEPARATION between 0 and 255

(128 is default.) The bar graph indicates the
relative number. Press the right arrow key to
display a numerical indicator.
IF AGC Selects IF AGC ON or OFF.
OR
IF MGC Displays NA if IF AGC is on.
OR
Selects IF MGC between 0 and 204 (128 is
default.) The bar graph indicates the relative
number. Press the right arrow key to display a
numerical indicator.

2-14 Overview
Video Menu
Table 2-6 illustrates and describes each item on the VIDEO MENU. Factory default values are
shown in bold.
Table 2-6
Video menu
Video Menu Appearance Description

CLAMP Toggles video clamp to OFF, SYNC, BURST, or
BOTH. For normal operation, clamp should be set
to BOTH.
OR
OR
OR
DC Offset NA when video clamp is set to SYNC, BURST, or

BOTH.
OR
Adjusts video dc offset between 0 and 255 (128 is

default.) Only available when video clamp is set
to OFF. The bar graph indicates the relative
MOD DEPTH Selects MOD DEPTH between 0 and 255 (128 is
default.) The bar graph indicates the relative
VIDEO AGC Turns video AGC ON or OFF (NA if Clamp = OFF
or SYNC).
OR

Overview 2-15
Video Menu Appearance Description

WHITE CLIP Select between: OFF, 90 IRE, 95 IRE, 100 IRE,
105 IRE, 110 IRE, 115 IRE, 120 IRE.
OR
OR
OR
OR
OR
OR
OR

2-16 Overview
Audio Menu
Table 2-7 illustrates and describes each item on the AUDIO MENU. Factory default values are
shown in bold. The AUDIO MENU is not displayed when the BTSC option is installed.
Table 2-7
Audio menu
Audio Menu Appearance Description

INPUT IMPEDANCE Toggles between 600 ohms and HIGH input
impedance.
OR
INPUT RANGE Toggles between two audio input ranges: HI

(+5 to +25 dBm) and LOW
−10 to +10 dBm).
(−
OR
AUDIO AGC Selects AUDIO AGC ON or OFF.
OR
AGC PEAK/AVG Select AGC PEAK/AVG between 6 dB,

9 dB, 12 dB, and 15 dB (N/A if Audio AGC
OFF).
OR
OR
OR
OR

Overview 2-17
Audio Menu Appearance Description

AUDIO DEVIATION Selects AUDIO DEVIATION between 0 and
255 (128 is default.) (N/A if Audio AGC is
ON) The bar graph indicates the relative
OR number. Press the right arrow key to display
a numerical indicator.
PRE-EMPHASIS Selects PRE-EMPHASIS ON or OFF.
OR
AURAL OUTPUT Selects 4.5MHz AURAL OUTPUT ON or

OFF (N/A if source is COMP or EXT SUB).
OR
TEST TONE Selects TEST TONE ON or OFF (400 Hz

test tone produces 25 kHz deviation).
OR

2-18 Overview
BTSC Menu
Table 2-8 illustrates and describes each item on the BTSC MENU. Factory default values are
shown in bold. The BTSC MENU is only displayed when the BTSC option is installed.
Table 2-8
BTSC menu
BTSC Menu Appearance Description

MODE Select between MONO, STEREO, STEREO + SAP
(if SAP is present).
OR
OR
STEREO AGC Select between ON and OFF.
OR
AGC PEAK / AVG Select between 6 dB, 9dB, 12 dB, and 15 dB (N/A if
Stereo AGC OFF).
OR
OR
OR
SAP AGC Select between ON and OFF.
OR
AURAL OUTPUT Selects 4.5 MHz AURAL OUTPUT ON or OFF (N/A if

source is COMP or EXT SUB).
OR

Overview 2-19
TEST TONE Selects TEST TONE ON or OFF. 10.396 kHz Bessel

Null test tone produces a 25 kHz deviation when the
stereo option is installed and set to mono mode.
OR
System Menu
Table 2-9 illustrates and describes each item on the SYSTEM MENU. Factory default values are
shown in bold.
Table 2-9
System menu
System Menu Item Appearance Description

ALIAS Identifier.
BAR GRAPH Selects between VIDEO (depth of modulation) and

AUDIO (deviation).
OR
REFERENCE Selects between INTERNAL and EXTERNAL.

Only the internal reference is used when
OR selected.
When the external reference is selected, the
external reference is used, or the internal
reference is selected when the external
reference is absent.
The RF output is turned off in HRC when the
external reference is absent
MODEL Displays model number (C8M*).
SERIAL NUMBER Displays serial number.
FIRMWARE Displays firmware revision number.

REVISION
DISPLAY TEST This item lights all LEDs and VFD segments for
testing. Press the right arrow to activate this test.
This test lasts for one second.

2-20 Overview
Remote Menu
Table 2-10 illustrates and describes each item on the REMOTE MENU. Factory default values
are shown in bold.
Table 2-10
Remote menu
Remote Menu Item Appearance Description

REMOTE CONTROL Selects REMOTE CONTROL ON or OFF.
OR
BAUD Displays communication rate (38400). This

parameter cannot be changed.
PHYSICAL ADDRESS Displays physical address number. This parameter

cannot be changed.

Overview 2-21
Warning Messages
Front-panel messages warn you of the current status of the C8M-*-*.
Table 2-11 identifies and describes all warning messages:
Table 2-11
Warning messages
Warning Message Alarm Type Meaning

NO RF OUT Major Normal RF output not detected
USER RF OFF Major RF output turned off by user
AURAL UNLOCK Major Aural PLL unlocked
CW UNLOCK Major CW PLL unlocked
LO1 UNLOCK Major LO1 PLL unlocked
LO2 UNLOCK Major LO2 PLL unlocked
STEREO UNLOCK Major BTSC Stereo unlocked
NO EXT REF Minor Reference selection set to EXTERNAL and external reference not
present
HRC, NO EXT REF Major HRC tuning mode selected without an external reference present or
selected (RF turned off)
NO input* Major Selected input not present
ALT INPUT, NO input* Minor Input connected to other than selected
NO EXT SUB Minor External subcarrier input selected and no subcarrier signal present
MEMORY ERROR Major EEPROM memory failure
FLASH ERROR Major FLASH memory failure
BOOT ERROR Major BOOT memory failure
A/D ERROR Major A/D failure
The warning message displays the missing selected input (for example, NO VIDEO A).

Section 3
Installation
This section provides step-by-step instructions for installing the C8M-*-*, checking its operation
and connecting it to other equipment. In this process, you must perform the following tasks:
Mount the modulator.
Set all customized features.
Select RF channel frequency.
Attach cables.
Before You Begin

Before beginning the installation, check that you have the following items with the C8M-*-*:
Power cord Acceptable for use with NEMA Style 5-15R ac receptacles supplying
nominal 120 Volts.
Two F-type 75-ohm coaxial Provided to connect SIF IN to SIF OUT and PIF IN to PIF OUT.
jumpers
Two F-type 75-ohm male Provided to terminate CW OUT and COMP IF OUT.
terminators
Four mounting screws with plastic Provided to mount the unit in the rack.
washers
Twelve terminal connector Provided for removal or replacement of audio connections.
Six terminal connector Provided for removal or replacement of control block.
Mounting the Modulator

Mount the unit in a standard 19-inch rack. Rear supports are recommended for improved
stability. Provide an open space of 1.75 inches between units to enable free airflow. If the
equipment operates continuously in a closed cabinet, use forced air circulation to ensure
maximum equipment life and optimum performance.
CAUTION!
To maximize product life, refer to National Electric Code (NEC) guidelines for proper grounding of the C8M-*-* to
equipment racks and to the grounding system of the building.
To mount the unit:

1 Insert four screws with plastic washers through the mounting holes in the front panel and
into the mounting holes in the rack.
2 Tighten all screws.

3-2 Installation
Changing the Alias

To change the alias, select the system menu. The default setting is ALIAS >GI CORP. Press the
left or right arrow key to select an ASCII character and then press the up- or down-arrow key to
change it. Press the ENT key to save the changes. The maximum length is nine ASCII
characters, ranging from SPACE (ASCII 0x20) through uppercase Z (ASCII 0x5A):
Blank space . Period
! Exclamation point / Forward slash
# Pound sign 0-9 Numbers 0 through 9
$ Dollar sign : Colon
% Percentage sign ; Semi-colon
& Ampersand < Left bracket
’ Apostrophe = Equal sign
( Left parentheses > Right bracket
) Right parentheses ? Question mark
* Asterisk @ At sign
+ Plus sign A-Z Uppercase letters A through Z
- Hyphen

Installation 3-3
Checking the Operation

The connections for the operational check are shown in Figure 3-1. To test the basic operation of
the unit:
1 Install an F-type coaxial cable jumper (supplied) between the PIF IN and PIF OUT connectors
on the rear panel.
2 Install an F-type coaxial cable jumper (supplied) between the SIF IN and SIF OUT connectors
on the rear panel.
3 Install an F-type 75 ohm terminator (supplied) on the COMP IF OUT and IF CW OUT connectors
on the rear panel.
4 Plug the unit into an appropriate power line and allow it to warm up for five minutes.
5 Connect a standard baseband video signal generator to the VIDEO IN A connector and a
0 dBm 400 Hz audio test signal into the audio A connector on the rear panel.
6 Connect a receiver to the RF OUT connector on the rear panel through an appropriate
attenuator to avoid damage to the receiver.
7 Tune the modulator and the receiver to the same channel.
8 Adjust the depth of modulation to 87.5 percent with a 1.0 Vp-p video input signal using the
video modulation adjustment in the video menu.
9 Turn on the internal audio test tone using the audio menu.
10 Verify that a noise-free video signal is displayed on the monitor and that a noise-free audio
signal is coming from the speaker.
Figure 3-1
Operational-check connections
75-ohm 75-ohm Video signal

terminator terminator generator
C8M-*-*
REMOTE RF OUT REF IN PGM IN AUX IN COMP IF OUT PIF IN PIF OUT SIF IN SIF OUT CW OUT EXT IN/OUT
OUT IN
VIDEO B OUT B-VIDEO IN-A
T
2.5A 250V
+ G +G +G + G
A P S B G G MADE IN JAPAN
-
G
+
To monitor receiver Mono audio
signal source

3-4 Installation
Input Switching Capabilities

Automatic baseband video, audio input, and IF input switching is available. The following
options describe the inputs and automatic switching features of the C8M-*-*:
The C8M-*-* has three video connections. VIDEO A is the normal video input. VIDEO B is the
secondary video input. EXT IN /OUT is the third connection that accepts a composite video
input (video with a frequency modulated aural subcarrier at 4.5 MHz).
VIDEO B OUT can be used in a loop-through mode without internal termination. This is a
passive loop and the signal must be terminated, usually in another piece of equipment. This
loop-through connection provides a clear video sample to the internal BTSC encoder before
the video is processed by an external scrambling unit and applied to the VIDEO IN-A input,
when the SOURCE> A/B LOOP mode is selected from the input menu. The B LOOP mode
can utilize the same video signal elsewhere.
If the VIDEO A input signal is missing, the C8M-*-* can automatically switch to VIDEO B input
as the backup source. It will return to the VIDEO A input when the unit detects a signal at
the VIDEO A input. To activate this feature, select AUTO B > ON from the input menu.
The white clip control prevents the luminance level of the video signal from rising above the
level set by the menu.
If the A or B video input signal is lost, automatic switching to the AUX IF input can be
selected from the menu. To activate this feature, select AUTO AUX > ON from the input
menu.
If the A or B video input signal is lost, automatic switching to the PGM IF input can be
selected via the menu. To activate this feature, select AUTO PGM > ON from the input
menu.
If the video input signal to VIDEO A is missing, the C8M-*-* automatically switches to VIDEO
B as the backup source. If VIDEO B is also missing, the unit can switch to the AUX IF input. It
will return to the VIDEO B input if a video signal is detected at the VIDEO B input. It will
return to VIDEO A when a video signal is detected at the VIDEO A input, even if VIDEO B is
present. On the input menu, select AUTO B > ON and AUTO AUX > ON. This application
can be used for backup switching capability.
If the video signal to the VIDEO A input is missing, the C8M-*-* automatically switches to the
VIDEO B input as the backup source. If the VIDEO B input signal is also missing, the unit can
switch to the PGM IF input. It will return to the VIDEO B input if a video signal is detected at
the VIDEO B input. The unit switches to the VIDEO A input when a video signal is detected at
the VIDEO A input, even if VIDEO B is present. On the input menu, select AUTO B > ON and
AUTO PGM > ON.
If an Emergency broadcast is necessary, you can activate the AUX IN or PGM IN terminal on
the rear panel by connecting it to ground. The unit remains switched until the terminal
connection to ground is removed. Refer to Key-N under Rear Panel Connections in Section 2,
“Overview.” The rear-panel terminal selections have the highest priority. Rear-panel
terminal connectors are internally pulled up to +5 V.
The C8M-*-* has four balanced audio input connections. The L/A and B inputs are
operational with or without the BTSC option installed. Without the BTSC option, the B
audio input is automatically selected when the B VIDEO input is selected. The B LOOP
mode uses the L/A audio input.
With the BTSC option installed, the B audio input replaces the L/A and R audio inputs when
the B VIDEO input is selected. L/A and R audio inputs are used when SOURCE> A/ B LOOP
mode is selected from the input menu.
If the SAP option is installed, the S-audio input is operational.

Installation 3-5
Automatic Gain Control

The following subsections provide information regarding automatic gain control.
IF AGC
IF AGC is provided so that you can use IF switching without having to critically balance the
levels of the IF signal sources. The AGC functions properly with normal clear analog or QAM
digital signals.
If the sync information is modified by scrambling or by another process, a constant peak
reference is longer available for AGC operation. This causes variations in carrier level with
picture content. Therefore, IF AGC operation must be turned off when sync suppression
scrambling is present.
To turn off the IF AGC, go to the RF menu and choose IF AGC OFF. If necessary, you can adjust
the IF level manually using the manual gain control menu item. On the RF menu, select
IF MGC.
Baseband AGC
Both video and audio automatic gain controls are provided as standard features.
For video, this function maintains a preset video depth of modulation despite changes in video
input levels resulting from variations in video source levels or from video source switching.
Video AGC operation is based on the amplitude of the video sync pulse and not on the
luminance level of the signal. To activate the video AGC, choose VIDEO AGC > ON from the
video menu.
For audio, this function maintains a preset peak deviation despite changes in audio input levels
resulting from audio source variations or from audio switching. Audio AGC operation is based
on peak/average signal ratios. To activate the audio AGC, choose AUDIO AGC > ON from the
audio menu.
Audio
The following subsections provide information regarding the parameters associated with the
audio signal.
Audio AGC
The audio AGC adjusts the audio gain to maintain a certain peak to average ratio over a period
of time. This ratio can be set to 6, 9, 12, or 15 dB. The AGC is a fast attack / slow decay system,
with a fast acting limiter that prevents signals from exceeding the peak setting. Choosing a low
value for AGC PEAK/AVG results in a louder signal on average and causes the limiter to
activate more frequently. A high AGC PEAK/AVG value results in a less loud signal and causes
the limiter to activate less frequently.
There is a gain hold function in the AGC that is activated by a large drop in input signal. The
gain-hold function waits for the input signal to return to its original level without increasing
gain. A gradual decrease in the signal level is compensated for by an increase in gain and does
not activate the gain-hold function.

3-6 Installation
Audio Impedance
Audio impedance has two settings: 600 ohms and greater than 15 kohms. The value is set
through the audio menu. From the audio menu, choose INPUT IMPEDANCE > 600 Ω or INPUT
IMPEDANCE > HIGH, which is greater than 15 kohms. With the BTSC option installed, the
impedance is automatically set to 600 ohms and cannot be changed.
Unbalanced Audio
You can use an unbalanced audio source by connecting it between the G and positive (+)
terminals, and connecting the negative (-) and G terminals together. Unbalanced sources are
more susceptible to hum and noise pickup.
Audio Level
There are two ranges for the input audio signal: −10 to +10 dBm and +5 to +25 dBm. The range
is set through the audio menu. From the audio menu, choose INPUT RANGE> −10 / +10 dBm,
or INPUT RANGE> +5 / +25 dBm. With the BTSC option installed, the input range is
automatically set to −10 dBm to +10 dBm and cannot be changed.
Stereo Encoder (Optional)

When the stereo encoder option is installed in the unit, the following audio parameters cannot
be changed: audio input range, input impedance, and pre-emphasis. Audio A can be stereo
encoded, while audio B is monaural with the B audio applied to both left and right channels.
Selecting the RF Channel Frequency Plan

The C8M-*-* meets the FCC Part 76 Frequency Rules. It operates in IRC, HRC, EIA, or
FREQUENCY (per EIA-542) modes. The earlier Jerrold or General Instrument Standard
Frequency Plan (STD) is no longer implemented.
To select a mode, choose TUNING MODE from the RF MENU. Select IRC, HRC, FRQ, or EIA.
The FCC requires a 6000.3 kHz reference source, with a tolerance of one hertz, when HRC
tuning is selected. IRC tuning requires a 6000.0 kHz external reference source. The RF output
for HRC is turned off when the HRC external reference source is absent, since the internal
frequency reference sources do not meet FCC requirements.
Appendix B, Frequency Plan, illustrates the relationship between channel and frequency for the
modes.
Using Digital Modulation

QAM signals are normally measured in terms of their average power in the occupied bandwidth
and stated in terms of dBmV with a 75-ohm load. For QAM signals, the occupied bandwidth is
typically 5 MHz. When measuring the output level with a spectrum analyzer that provides a
noise marker with a 1 Hz bandwidth, the true level is approximately 67 dB above the level
indicated by the noise marker for a 5 MHz wide signal.
Avoid overloading the measuring instrument. See the operation manual for equipment
procedures on determining proper input level.

Installation 3-7
Typical Interconnections
The following illustrations are presented as examples of common equipment interconnections.
Basic Video and Audio Interfacing

Figure 3-2 shows the standard connections for video and audio inputs and RF output:
Figure 3-2
Basic video/audio interfacing
75-ohm 75-ohm Baseband

terminator terminator video
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+ G +G + G +G
A P S B GG MADE IN JAPAN
-
G
+
To output Mono audio
combiner network signal source

3-8 Installation
C8M-*-* Connections Using Video B Loop-Through

Figure 3-3 illustrates the connections between the C8M-*-* and other equipment using the
video B loop-through:
Figure 3-3
C8M-*-* video B loop-through connections
Video monitor
or other
equipment

C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+ G + G + G + G
To output
combiner network

Installation 3-9
Satellite Link Connection

Figure 3-4 shows the connection between an analog satellite receiver and the C8M-*-*:
Figure 3-4
Satellite link connection
950-1450 MHz
RF input
Analog satellite receiver
DATA CLOCK ADS5-8 LEFT RIGHT MONO GND VIDEO OUTPUT
+ - + - + - +OUT - +OUT - +OUT-

C A UTION LANGUAGE OUT
R IS K OF E L E C T R IC S H O C K
CAUTIO N: TO REDUCE T HE RISK OF ELECTRI C SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER ( OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PART S INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING T O QUALI FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL .
COMPOSITE RF INPUT EXT 70 MHz LOOP-THRU

OUTPUT 950-1450 MHz TRAP 950-1460 MHz
+ - G
75-ohm 75-ohm
G
terminator terminator
-
C8M-*-* +
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+G + G + G +G
To output
combiner network

3-10 Installation
Satellite Link Connection with C8M-*-* and Stereo Encoder

Figure 3-5 shows the connection between an analog satellite receiver and the C8M-*-* with the
Stereo Encoder option installed:
Figure 3-5
Satellite link connection with stereo encoder
950-1450 MHz
RF input
+ - + - + - +OUT - +OUT- +OUT-


NO USER-SERVICEABLE PART S INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING T O QUALI FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL .

+ - + -
75-ohm 75-ohm
C8M-*-* terminator terminator
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+G + G + G +G
To output
combiner network

Installation 3-11
Video Scrambling
The C8M-*-* can be connected to a Motorola Modulating Video Processor (MVP II) for video and
audio scrambling as displayed in Figure 3-6.
Motorola recommends using the C8U-* dual upconverter to interface with the MVP II.
Figure 3-6
C8M-*-*/MVP II IF interfacing
Baseband
Baseband G
- video
MVP II audio +
AUX IF INTERCARRIER PIX LO ALARM STDY PROC

BIPHASE BIPHASE AUX GND + G - + G - VIDEO IN
IF OUT IN IN IN IN OUT OUT
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

V FILTER
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 9A
4 4 4 4 4 4 78
345 6
BC
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
OFF ON
D
9 9 9 9 9 9 E
0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 F0 1 2
AC 115V 240V 35W OFF ON OFF ON 1 67 12

REMOTE ADDRESS SERVICE CODE EMUL OPTIONS
75-ohm 75-ohm
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+ G +G + G + G
To output
combiner network
When connecting the MVP II to the C8M-*-*, use the IF set up in the MVP II Installation and
Operation Manual and the following steps:
1 Verify that the MVP II is in standby mode.
2 Select VIDEO A input on the INPUT MENU and activate IF AGC on the RF MENU display.
3 Tune to a test channel. Ensure that appropriate test equipment is connected to RF OUT on
the rear panel.
4 Measure the RF output and check for the following conditions:
If the RF video carrier output is less than 60 dBmV, adjust the RF output on the C8M-*-* for
60 dBmV.
5 Deactivate the IF AGC on the RF MENU display and select AUX IF on the INPUT MENU
as the input. IF AGC must be turned off in the C8M-*-* when sync suppression scrambling
is used.
6 Monitor the test equipment to verify 60 dBmV is still present at the RF output.

3-12 Installation
If the RF level is not 60 dBmV, the COMP IF control on the MVP II can be adjusted. Do not
exceed 32 dBmV at the IF output of the MVP II. If the RF level is still not 60 dBmV, use manual
IF gain control on the option menu to set RF level. Do not use RF level control to set the RF
output level at this stage.
C8M-*-*/MVP II Connections with Baseband Scrambling and Stereo

Figure 3-7 illustrates the connections between the C8M-*-* and MVP II using the
Figure 3-7
C8M-*-*/MVP II/video B loop-through/baseband scrambling and stereo connections
MVP II
AUX IF INTERCARRIER PIX LO BIPHASE BIPHASE ALARM STDY PROC
AUX GND + G - + G - VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

V FILTER
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 9A
4 4 4 4 4 4 78
34 56
B
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
CD
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9 F0 1 2
E OFF ON
Baseband
video
75-ohm 75-ohm
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+ G +G + G +G
+
R G
To output Baseband -
combiner network stereo
audio +
L G
-

Installation 3-13
CW Output
The CW output is a 45.75 MHz carrier signal that can be used with the MVP II when it is
necessary to insert a coherent IF carrier for phase-locked upconversions.
Figure 3-8 illustrates the connection between the C8M-*-* and the MVP II in a phase-locked
upconversion:
Figure 3-8
MVP II/C8M-*-* interfacing using the CW output for phase lock
Baseband
Baseband G
- video
MVP II audio +

AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

V FILTER
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 9
4 4 4 4 4 4 78 A
345 6
BC
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
OFF ON
D
9 9 9 9 9 9 E
0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 F0 1 2

PIX LO switch
must be on
75-ohm
terminator
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+ G + G +G + G
To output
combiner network

3-14 Installation
Stereo IF Interfacing
The CMTS stereo encoder can be used with the C8M-*-* as shown in Figure 3-9. To activate the
subcarrier input, select SOURCE> A/EXT SUB or SOURCE> B/EXT SUB from the input menu
or short the subcarrier terminal on the rear panel to the ground terminal.
Use the level adjustment on the CMTS front panel to adjust the RF output sound carrier level:
Figure 3-9
C8M-*-*/CMTS IF interfacing
-
L G
Baseband + Baseband
stereo video
audio -
R G
CMTS +
4.5 MHz COMPOSITE IF VIDEO
AC 115V OUT IF OUTPUT INPUT LOOPTHRU
+ GND - ST/ GND A/B GND + GND - + GND - + GND - + GND - + GND -
SAP IN MONO BASE RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT
REMOTE BAND INPUT B INPUT A OUT IN
POWER OUT
75-ohm 75-ohm
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+G +G + G +G
To output
combiner network

Installation 3-15
Composite Baseband Video Interfacing with Aural Subcarrier

To use the external composite baseband input, connect the unit as shown in Figure 3-10. To
activate, select SOURCE> COMPOSITE from the input menu or short the subcarrier terminal
on the rear panel to the ground terminal. Menu selection is recommended.
The short on the rear panel is not required if SOURCE> COMPOSITE is selected using the
input menu:
Figure 3-10
External composite baseband connection
75-ohm 75-ohm Composite

terminator terminator baseband
(video and
audio
C8M-*-* subcarrier)
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+ G +G + G +G
To output
combiner network

3-16 Installation
C8M-*-*/MVP II Connections with Audio Privacy and Stereo

Figure 3-11 illustrates the connections between the MVP II and C8M-*-* using the
Figure 3-11
C8M-*-*/MVP II/video B loop-through/audio privacy and stereo connections
MVP II
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

V FILTER
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 9A
4 4 4 4 4 4 78
34 5 6
BCD
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9 F0 1 2
E OFF ON
Intercarrier switch
must be on

C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
+G + G +G +G
+
R G
To output Baseband -
combiner network stereo
audio +
L G
-

Installation 3-17
CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-* Connections

Figure 3-12 illustrates the connections between the CMTS, MVP II, and C8M-*-*:
Figure 3-12
CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-*interfacing
-
L G
Baseband + Baseband
stereo video
audio -
R G
CMTS +
POWER OUT
MVP II
AUX IF INTERCARRIER PIX LO BIPHASE BIPHASE ALARM STDY PROC
AUX GND + G - + G - VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

V FILTER
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 9A
4 4 4 4 4 4 78
3 456
BC D
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9 F0 1 2
E OFF ON
Intercarrier switch
must be on
75-ohm 75-ohm
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
MADE IN JAPAN +G +G + G +G
100-240V~,50-60Hz,0.5A/0.3A,40W Time-lag A P S B GG B | S | R | L(A)
To output
combiner network

3-18 Installation
Analog Satellite Receiver/CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-* Connections

Figure 3-13 illustrates the connections between an analog satellite receiver, CMTS, MVP II and
C8M-*-*:
Figure 3-13
Analog satellite receiver/CMTS/MVP II/C8M-*-* connections
950-1450 MHz
RF input
+ - + - + - +OUT - +OUT - +OUT-


NO USER-SERVICEABLE PART S INSI DE.
REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL .

CMTS
POWER OUT
MVP II
ALARM STDY PROC
AUX IF INTERCARRIER PIX LO BIPHASE BIPHASE AUX GND + G - + G - VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN

V FILTER
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6 9A
4 4 4 4 4 4 78
3 456
BC D
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
2 3
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9
0 1
9 F0 1 2
E OFF ON
Intercarrier switch
must be on
75-ohm 75-ohm
C8M-*-*
OUT IN
T
2.5A 250V
MADE IN JAPAN +G +G + G +G
100-240V~,50-60Hz,0.5A/0.3A,40W Time-lag A P S B GG B | S | R | L(A)
To output
combiner network

Section 4
Troubleshooting
This section provides information to help you isolate and resolve common error conditions
reported by the C8M-*-*. In addition, it provides maintenance recommendations if an alarm
indicator LED lights or if the unit fails to power up. Check the meaning of warning messages
displayed on the front panel in Section 2, “Overview,” Warning Messages. If you need assistance,
call the Technical Response Center (TRC) at 1-888-944-HELP (1-888-944-4357). Table 4-1
describes problems, possible causes, and corrective actions for common C8M-*-* error conditions:
Table 4-1
Common fault indications
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

The RF output turns off No valid external reference is Provide valid external reference.
automatically and the warning present, or the system reference is
message HRC, NO EXT REF is set to internal.
displayed on the front panel.
Not able to change IF input Rear-panel selection is activated. Remove rear panel GND connection
source. on terminal strip.
Not able to change parameters. Remote control is on. Turn remote control off.
Data entered at the menu is not Menus are on a timer and return to Press ENT when desired value is
retained. the previous screen if ENT is not reached.
pressed after entering data.
Resetting the C8M-*-*

You can reset the C8M-*-* from the front panel without cycling the ac or dc power. Two types of
resets are available: a soft reset that is equivalent to cycling the power to the unit and a hard
reset that returns most parameters to their factory default values. Table 4-2 describes both
resets:
Table 4-2
Soft and hard resets
Type of Reset Action to Perform

To Perform a Soft Reset Briefly press both the ENT and LEFT ARROW keys then release them. The
C8M-*-* will go through a normal power-up test sequence that takes about
5 seconds to complete. No parameters are changed by a soft reset.
To Perform a Hard Reset Press both the ENT and left-arrow keys then release the LEFT ARROW key.
Continue to press the ENT key until the test sequence completes in about 5
seconds. All factory defaults will be restored except the following: RF
LEVEL, A/V SEPARATION, IF MGC level, DC OFFSET, MOD DEPTH,
AUDIO DEVIATION.

Section 5
System Block Diagrams
This section describes the operation of the C8M-*-* through a series of block diagrams. The text
is keyed to letters on the block diagrams.
Video to IF Modulation System

Figure 5-1
Video to IF modulation system
Level
A Termination
sensor E
B
video D
in SW1 E
SW4
SW5
Burst
clamp
Video
AGC
B
Level
Termination
White J K
sensor clip Picture
video IF output
in IF Delay
BPF
C modulator equalizer
Sync
SW2 clamp
L
8 MHz
45.75 MHz ref
H VCO
PLL
Video
TP Video to
B BTSC
video encoder
out
SW6
F
Level
sensor
4.5 MHz
BRF
Level
sensor G
4.5 MHz to
4.5 MHz SW7
modulator
BPF
Composite in
4.5 MHz out 4.5 MHz from
Ext in/out modulator
SW0
A

5-2 System Block Diagrams
Table 5-1
Video to IF modulation system
Key Description
A Switch SW0 selects EXT IN/OUT as an internal aural subcarrier output or external aural subcarrier
input.
B Switch SW1 selects A or B video input for the modulator.
C Switch SW2 selects normal or loop-through operation for B input.
D Switch SW4 selects A/B input or loop-through B input for the modulator.
E Switch SW5 selects composite video input or other inputs to modulator.
F Switch SW6 selects a synchronizing video signal for the BTSC encoder from the B LOOP or normal
A/B input.
G Switch SW7 selects an internal or external generated 4.5 MHz aural subcarrier.
H Front panel test point to sample processed video.
I Supports amplitude modulation.
J The modulated IF output is buffered and then applied to an all-pass delay equalizer which corrects
the total group delay response generated by the C8M-*-* system.
K The signal is bandpass filtered to remove unwanted frequencies at the PIF OUT connector on the rear
panel.
L The unmodulated 45.75 MHz carrier is generated by a phase-locked loop that locks a voltage
controlled oscillator to an internal 8 MHz reference.
When a 6 MHz external reference is used, the PLLs adapt to this frequency.

System Block Diagrams 5-3
Audio to IF Modulation System

Figure 5-2
Audio to IF modulation system
A
BTSC Video sample
encoder
(optional)
B
audio
in
B
Impedance Range
SAP C D E G H
audio
in SW3 VCO Mixer SIF
R Pre- SAW out
9.0
audio AGC F/2
emphasis MHz BPF
in
L (A) 45.75
audio MHz LO
in
Sound
Phase Limiting Aural IF level
detector AMP TP control
F
8.0 MHz External
ref 4.5 MHz
input
Table 5-2
Audio to IF modulation system
Key Description
A The BTSC option board bypasses internal audio processing and provides all audio processing for
the left, right, B, and SAP paths. The composite baseband audio output of the BTSC option board
drives the frequency modulator directly.
B Switch SW3 selects A or B audio input.
C Frequency modulation is accomplished by applying the processed audio signal to a 9.0 MHz voltage
controlled oscillator (VCO). The center frequency of the sound carrier is precisely maintained by a
phase-locked loop with an internal 8.0 MHz reference.
D The audio VCO’s frequency is divided by two to produce the standard 4.5 MHz aural subcarrier
frequency.
E An input switch is furnished to select an external 4.5 MHz aural subcarrier.
F Front panel test point to sample aural subcarrier.
G The subcarrier is mixed with the unmodulated 45.75 MHz signal to create the 41.25 MHz sound IF
frequency.
H The sound IF carrier is bandpass filtered and applied to an amplifier whose gain is controlled by the
A/V separation entry on the RF menu. This control sets the desired picture/sound carrier level ratio.

5-4 System Block Diagrams
IF Switching and AGC System

Figure 5-3
IF switching and AGC system
A
E Comp
Picture IF out
IF input B D
SAW
VSBF
IF to converter
Sound C G H output
IF input
BPF AGC BPF
Auxiliary
IF input F I
IF test
Program
IF input
From
microprocessor
logic
Table 5-3
IF switching and AGC system
Key Description
A The picture IF signal input is taken from the rear panel connectors. This signal is amplified to
compensate for the loss of the surface acoustic wave (SAW) filter that follows.
B This filter generates the required television vestigial sideband response shape and eliminates
unwanted frequencies.
C The sound IF signal input is taken from the rear panel connectors. A bandpass filter removes
unwanted frequencies.
D The filtered IF signals are combined to produce a composite IF signal.
E The signal is split and buffered. One of the signals is a composite IF output while the other is fed to a
two-input IF relay switch. When not in use, the composite IF output should be terminated with
75 ohms.
F The second input to the relay is normally from the AUX IN input connector.
G After IF switching operations, the signal is applied to the IF AGC circuit. The IF AGC circuitry maintains
the proper IF input to the upconverter section. This circuit assures that external and internal IF inputs
result in the same output level.
H The composite IF signal is buffered and filtered to remove any spurious signals and delivered to the
IF-to-channel converter system input.
I A sample of the composite IF signal (IF TP) is provided at a front panel test point at 14 dBmV.

System Block Diagrams 5-5
IF to Channel Converter System

Figure 5-4
IF to channel converter system
1st 2nd Rear panel

IF mixer A C mixer D F G H RF output
input
PIN Filter
BPF
atten bank
Output
Switch -20 dB
BPF BPF level
driver test point
control
B E
Control data from

microprocessor
VCO PLL VCO PLL
8 MHz
reference
Table 5-4
IF to channel converter system
Key Description
A The IF input signal is applied to the first mixer.
B The local oscillator signal for the first mixer is generated by a voltage-controlled oscillator that is PLL
controlled. The PLL frequency is programmed by the microprocessor to accommodate the selected
channel plan or frequency setting.
C The local oscillator mixes with the IF input to produce the high IF which is then bandpass filtered
and amplified.
D The high IF is applied to the second mixer.
E The circuit for the second local oscillator must be tunable over a 550 MHz range to produce RF
output picture carrier frequencies. The microprocessor programs the second LO PLL according to
the channel or frequency setting.
F The channel frequency output signal from the second mixer is applied to a variable loss PIN
attenuator. The circuit’s loss is controlled by the RF output level entry on the Main menu. This
permits trimming of the combined headend system carrier level for each channel.
G The signal is applied to the output bandpass filter bank. The appropriate filter is selected based on
the selected channel number. The filter system minimizes the broadband output noise and allows
unlimited broadband combining without need for external filters. The RF output signal is supplied to
the rear panel, while a sample at 20 dB below actual is brought to a front panel connector for
monitoring the final output signal.
H The RF signal is amplified by a wideband low distortion amplifier module to provide the 60 dBmV
specified picture carrier output level.

Appendix A
Specifications
RF
Channels Tunable by HRC, IRC, or EIA frequency plans:
Frequency tunable in 12.5 kHz steps
Frequency range 50 to 600 MHz (C8M-L)
550 to 1000 MHz (C8M-H)
Output level +60 dBmV minimum
Recommended operating range +57 to +61 dBmV
Spurious <-63 dBc for intermodulation products (49 to 1000 MHz)
<-72 dBc for fixed frequency products (49 to 1000 MHz)
measured relative to analog picture carrier @+60 dBmV RF output and
sound carrier@-15dBc
Output return loss 14 dB minimum within channel
Sound carrier level (adjustable) –10 to –20 dB relative to video carrier
C/N ratio (normalized to 4 MHz)
In-band 70.0 dB minimum, 72.0 dB typical
Adjacent channels 72.0 dB minimum, 75.0 dB typical
Semi-adjacent channels 74.0 dB minimum, 77.0 dB typical
Other channels 76.0 dB minimum, 79.0 dB typical
RF carrier phase noise
@1 kHz offset -71 dBc/Hz minimum
RF test point -20 dB ±1 dB
Group delay 25 ns p-p maximum within a channel (upconverter)
Incidental FM (±120 Hz) -30 dBc minimum
Phase-lock input (6.0000 or 6.0003
MHz)
Return loss 18 dB minimum
Input level 0 to +30 dBmV
IF
Input frequency 41.0 to 47.0 MHz
IF input levels +25 dBmV to +35 dBmV
IF input return loss 18 dB minimum, 41.0 to 47.0 MHz
IF isolation 70 dBc minimum, AUX and PGM inputs @ +30 dBmV
IF test point level 14 dBmV nominal

A-2 Specifications
IF test point return loss 16 dB minimum

IF AGC range ±5 dB minimum (RF output: ±0.5 dB)
CW IF output frequency 45.75 MHz
CW IF output level +53 dBmV ±3 dB
CW IF phase noise @ 1 kHz offset -86 dBc/Hz minimum
Picture IF output frequency 45.75 MHz
Picture IF output level +35 dBmV ±1 dB
Sound IF output frequency 41.25 MHz
Sound IF output level +15 to +25 dBmV
Composite IF output level +40 dBmV ±1 dB (picture carrier)
Video
Video inputs 2 baseband video inputs
1 video loop-thru
1 composite (video + audio subcarrier) input
Standard baseband input 0.5 to 2.0 Vp-p for 87.5% modulation
Encoded video input level 1.0 Vp-p for 87.5% modulation
Video input Impedance 75 ohms
Video input return loss 30 dB minimum
K factor 2% maximum
S/N ratio (lum. weighted) 65 dB minimum
Chroma delay, relative to standard ±50 ns maximum
precorrection (-170 ns)
Frequency response ±0.5 dB from 25 Hz to 4.2 MHz
Differential gain 1.5% p-p maximum @ 87.5% modulation
Differential phase 1.0 degree p-p maximum @ 87.5% modulation
Line time distortion 1% maximum
Video AGC
Input level range 0.5 to 2.0 Vp-p
AGC accuracy 87.5% ±2.5%
Composite video input
Frequency response ±0.6 dB from 25 Hz to 4.2 MHz
Chroma delay ±65 ns
K factor 2.5% maximum
Audio
Input level range
Low –10 to +10 dBm, Z0 = 600 ohm
High +5 to +25 dBm, Z0 = 600 ohm

Specifications A-3
Input impedance
Low 600 ohms balanced
High >15 kohms
Frequency response ±1.0 dB from 30 Hz to 15 kHz
Signal to noise ratio 65 dB minimum
Preemphasis 75 µs, defeatable
Harmonic Distortion 1% maximum @ 1 kHz input @±25 kHz deviation
Hum and Noise –65 dBc maximum @ ±25 kHz deviation
Aural subcarrier frequency 4.5 MHz ±500 Hz
Aural subcarrier input level range +35 to 45 dBmV, Z0 = 75 Ohm
Aural subcarrier output level +34 ±3 dBmV
Aural subcarrier return loss 16 dB minimum
Aural subcarrier test point +20 ±3 dBmV
Wideband audio input ± 0.5 dB, 30Hz to 50 kHz
Audio AGC
Compression ratio 4:1
Peak-to-average ratio settings 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 15 dB (front panel adjustable)
Gain hold function Activated by abrupt >15 dB decrease in input
Limiter function 0 dBm, follows gain control
Time constants 1 s attack, 10 s decay typical
Range -10 to +10 dBm peak
Remote Control
Input connector RJ-12 modular
Output (daisy chain) connector RJ-12 modular, daisy chain up to 256 devices maximum (C8*, C6*,
Omnistar)
Communications control Through Headend Control Software (HCS) or NETsentry network
management
General
ac voltage requirements 100 to 240 Vrms, 47 to 63 Hz
Power requirements 45 watts maximum
Operating temperature 0 to 50° C
Weight 14.5 lbs (6.12 kgs) maximum
Dimensions 19” W x 1.75” H x 18” D (48.2 cm x 4.4 cm x 45.7 cm)

A-4 Specifications
BTSC-SE-C8M
(Order Commander 8 Modulator with stereo encoder as C8M-*-SX)
The Stereo Encoder option for the C8M-*-* is a high performance, digital signal-processing
(DSP) unit providing superior BTSC stereo performance per the OET-60 standard.
Frequency range 50 Hz to 14 kHz ±1.0 dB
Stereo separation 26 dB, 50 Hz to 200 Hz
30 dB, 200 Hz to 10 kHz
26 dB, 10 kHz to 14.5 kHz
Harmonic distortion 1% maximum @ 1 kHz input
Pilot injection 5.0 ±0.3 kHz locked to video at 1H
BTSC-SAP-C8M
(Order Commander 8 Modulator with stereo/SAP encoder as C8M-*-BX)
The SAP option enables broadcast of bilingual or other SAP. You must use this option in
conjunction with the Stereo Encoder option.
Frequency range 50 Hz to 14 kHz ±1.0 dB
Harmonic distortion 1% maximum @ 1 kHz input
Carrier injection 10 kHz locked to video at 5H
C8-DC
(Order Commander 8 Modulator with DC option as C8M-*-XD)
The dc power option for the Commander headend products enables powering from a dc source
instead of from an ac line source.
Input voltage -20 Vdc to –60 Vdc
(-24 Vdc or –48 Vdc recommended)
Input power 45 Watts maximum

Appendix B
Frequency Plan
EIA Channel Designation Picture Carrier Frequency (MHz)
EIA HRC IRC

1 undesignated 72.0036 73.2625
2 55.2500 54.0027 55.2625
3 61.2500 60.0030 61.2625
4 67.2500 66.0033 67.2625
5 77.2500 78.0039 79.2625
6 83.2500 84.0042 85.2625
7 175.2500 174.0087 175.2625
8 181.2500 180.0090 181.2625
9 187.2500 186.0093 187.2625
10 193.2500 192.0096 193.2625
11 199.2500 198.0099 199.2625
12 205.2500 204.0102 205.2625
13 211.2500 210.0105 211.2625
14 121.2625 120.0060 121.2625
15 127.2625 126.0063 127.2625
16 133.2625 132.0066 133.2625
17 139.2500 138.0069 139.2625
18 145.2500 144.0072 145.2625
19 151.2500 150.0075 151.2625
20 157.2500 156.0078 157.2625
21 163.2500 162.0081 163.2625
22 169.2500 168.0084 169.2625
23 217.2500 216.0108 217.2625
24 223.2500 222.0111 223.2625
25 229.2625 228.0114 229.2625
26 235.2625 234.0117 235.2625
27 241.2625 240.0120 241.2625

B-2 Frequency Plan
EIA HRC IRC

28 247.2625 246.0123 247.2625
29 253.2625 252.0126 253.2625
30 259.2625 258.0129 259.2625
31 265.2625 264.0132 265.2625

32 271.2625 270.0135 271.2625
33 277.2625 276.0138 277.2625
34 283.2625 282.0141 283.2625
35 289.2625 288.0144 289.2625
36 295.2625 294.0147 295.2625
37 301.2625 300.0150 301.2625
38 307.2625 306.0153 307.2625
39 313.2625 312.0156 313.2625
40 319.2625 318.0159 319.2625
41 325.2625 324.0162 325.2625
42 331.2750 330.0165 331.2750
43 337.2625 336.0168 337.2625
44 343.2625 342.0171 343.2625
45 349.2625 348.0174 349.2625
46 355.2625 354.0177 355.2625
47 361.2625 360.0180 361.2625
48 367.2625 366.0183 367.2625
49 373.2625 372.0186 373.2625
50 379.2625 378.0189 379.2625
51 385.2625 384.0192 385.2625
52 391.2625 390.0195 391.2625
53 397.2625 396.0198 397.2625
54 403.2500 402.0201 403.2625
55 409.2500 408.0204 409.2625
56 415.2500 414.0207 415.2625
57 421.2500 420.0210 421.2625
58 427.2500 426.0213 427.2625
59 433.2500 432.0216 433.2625

Frequency Plan B-3
EIA HRC IRC

60 439.2500 438.0219 439.2625
61 445.2500 444.0222 445.2625

62 451.2500 450.0225 451.2625
63 457.2500 456.0228 457.2625
64 463.2500 462.0231 463.2625
65 469.2500 468.0234 469.2625
66 475.2500 474.0237 475.2625
67 481.2500 480.0240 481.2625
68 487.2500 486.0243 487.2625
69 493.2500 492.0246 493.2625
70 499.2500 498.0249 499.2625
71 505.2500 504.0252 505.2625
72 511.2500 510.0255 511.2625
73 517.2500 516.0258 517.2625
74 523.2500 522.0261 523.2625
75 529.2500 528.0264 529.2625
76 535.2500 534.0267 535.2625
77 541.2500 540.0270 541.2625
78 547.2500 546.0273 547.2625
79 553.2500 552.0276 553.2625
80 559.2500 558.0279 559.2625
81 565.2500 564.0282 565.2625
82 571.2500 570.0285 571.2625
83 577.2500 576.0288 577.2625
84 583.2500 582.0291 583.2625
85 589.2500 588.0294 589.2625
86 595.2500 594.0297 595.2625
87 601.2500 600.0300 601.2625
88 607.2500 606.0303 607.2625
89 613.2500 612.0306 613.2625
90 619.2500 618.0309 619.2625

B-4 Frequency Plan
EIA HRC IRC

91 625.2500 624.0312 625.2625
92 631.2500 630.0315 631.2625
93 637.2500 636.0318 637.2625
94 643.2500 642.0321 643.2625
95 91.2500 90.0045 91.2625
96 97.2500 96.0048 97.2625
97 103.2500 102.0051 103.2625
98 109.2750 108.0250 109.2750
99 115.2750 114.0250 115.2750
100 649.2500 648.0324 649.2625
101 655.2500 654.0327 655.2625
102 661.2500 660.0330 661.2625
103 667.2500 666.0333 667.2625
104 673.2500 672.0336 673.2625
105 679.2500 678.0339 679.2625
106 685.2500 684.0342 685.2625
107 691.2500 690.0345 691.2625
108 697.2500 696.0348 697.2625
109 703.2500 702.0351 703.2625
110 709.2500 708.0354 709.2625
111 715.2500 714.0357 715.2625
112 721.2500 720.0360 721.2625
113 727.2500 726.0363 727.2625
114 733.2500 732.0366 733.2625
115 739.2500 738.0369 739.2625
116 745.2500 744.0372 745.2625
117 751.2500 750.0375 751.2625
118 757.2500 756.0378 757.2625
119 763.2500 762.0381 763.2625
120 769.2500 768.0384 769.2625

Frequency Plan B-5
EIA HRC IRC

121 775.2500 774.0387 775.2625
122 781.2500 780.0390 781.2625
123 787.2500 786.0393 787.2625
124 793.2500 792.0396 793.2625
125 799.2500 798.0399 799.2625
126 805.2500 804.0402 805.2625
127 811.2500 810.0405 811.2625
128 817.2500 816.0408 817.2625
129 823.2500 822.0411 823.2625
130 829.2500 828.0414 829.2625
131 835.2500 834.0417 835.2625
132 841.2500 840.0420 841.2625
133 847.2500 846.0423 847.2625
134 853.2500 852.0426 853.2625
135 859.2500 858.0429 859.2625
136 865.2500 864.0432 865.2625
137 871.2500 870.0435 871.2625
138 877.2500 876.0438 877.2625
139 883.2500 882.0441 883.2625
140 889.2500 888.0444 889.2625
141 895.2500 894.0447 895.2625
142 901.2500 900.0450 901.2625
143 907.2500 906.0453 907.2625
144 913.2500 912.0456 913.2625
145 919.2500 918.0459 919.2625
146 925.2500 924.0462 925.2625
147 931.2500 930.0465 931.2625
148 937.2500 936.0468 937.2625
149 943.2500 942.0471 943.2625
150 949.2500 948.0474 949.2625

B-6 Frequency Plan
EIA HRC IRC

151 955.2500 954.0477 955.2625
152 961.2500 960.0480 961.2625
153 967.2500 966.0483 967.2625
154 973.2500 972.0486 973.2625
155 979.2500 978.0489 979.2625
156 985.2500 984.0492 985.2625
157 991.2500 990.0495 991.2625
158 997.2500 996.0498 997.2625

Appendix C
The following example illustrates how to change the frequency from 503.2625 to 504.2625.
1 Display the frequency as described in Section 2, “Overview.” The following illustration shows
the frequency 503.2625:
ENT
2 Press the right-arrow key. In this case, the digit “3” flashes as illustrated below:
ENT
3 Press the up-arrow key. The digit “4” displays and flashes as illustrated below:
ENT
4 If this is the change you want, press ENT to implement the change:
ENT
5 If you decide not to make the change, do not press ENT. The frequency returns to the
previous value after a short delay:
ENT

C-2 Changing a Menu Item
6 To return to the previous value immediately, press the left-arrow key until the previous
value is displayed. In this case, the left-arrow key is pressed three times, as illustrated
below: the “ 0” flashes, the “ 5” flashes, and then the previous value is displayed.
ENT
ENT
ENT
Menu navigation summary:

To reach any item in a menu Press the up or down-arrow key (the menu wraps vertically).
To display a submenu Press the right-arrow key.
To get out of a submenu Press the left-arrow key.
To change a menu item Press the right-arrow key to cause the item to flash. Press the up-or
down-arrow key until the preferred value or function is reached. Press ENT
to implement the change. Use the left-arrow key to exit the menu. If a
change is not made, the value reverts to the previous setting after a short
delay.

Appendix D
Signal Priority Chart
Start
Rear AUX Y
selected AUX IF
Rear PGM Y
PGM IF
selected
Rear video B Y Video B

selected Audio B
Y Composite Y
selected Composite
N
N
Video B Y Video B
selected subcarrier
Video B/sub Y Video B

selected subcarrier
User
selected input
Video A Composite B loop Video B

AUX
Audio A subcarrier
Video A Composite B loop Video B/sub

AUX IF selected selected selected selected
Video B Video A/ Video A

PGM
Audio B B loop subcarrier
Video B/sub Video B/sub Video B/sub

PGM IF selected selected selected

D-2 Signal Priority Chart
Composite Go to
selected start
Composite Y
Composite
present
Auto B Y Video B Y Video B

on present Audio B
N N
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
N
Composite

Signal Priority Chart D-3
Video A Go to
selected start
Video A Y Video A
present Audio A

on present Audio B
N N
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
Y
Composite
N
Video A
Audio A

Video A/sub Go to
selected start
Video A Y Video A
present subcarrier

on present Audio B
N N
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
Y
Composite
N
Video A
subcarrier

A/B loop Go to
selected start
Video A Y Video B Y
A/B loop
present present
N N
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
N
A/B loop

Video B Go to
selected start
Video B Y Video B
present Audio B
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
Auto COMP Y
Composite
on
Y Video A
Audio A
N
Video B
Audio B

Video B/sub Go to
selected start
Video B Y Video B
present subcarrier
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
Auto COMP Y
Composite
on
Y Video A
Audio A
N
Video B
subcarrier

B loop Go to
selected start
Video B Y
B loop
present
Auto AUX Y
AUX IF
on
Y
PGM IF
N
B loop

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Table 2-1 describes the items on the C8M-*-* front panel:

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signal. This is an F-type coaxial connector.

3 The two line, 24-character, alphanumeric VFD displays operational

Green: normal operation

Yellow: minor alarm

The VIDEO test point provides a buffered video output. This is a

AURAL test point (4.5 MHz). This is an F-type coaxial connector.

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SIF OUT connector has FM modulated sound IF signal (41.25 MHz) at a

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IF MGC Displays NA if IF AGC is on.

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