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INSTALLATION GUIDEINSTALLATION GUIDEINSTALLATION GUIDEINSTALLATION GUIDE

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BC84469

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ContentsContentsContentsContents

Package Contents; ......................................................................................................................................................... 2

Accessories; ................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................ 3

1. Product Overview...................................................................................................................................................... 4

Simplified Block-Schematic ............................................................................................................................................... 5

2. Installation of the Hardware ..................................................................................................................................... 6

3. Configuration of the Device ...................................................................................................................................... 7

4. Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 9

5. Conditions of Warranty ........................................................................................................................................... 10

Package Contents;Package Contents;Package Contents;Package Contents;

Be sure all items listed below are included;

• Hills Mini Headend (BC84469)

• Power cord

• User manual

AccessoriesAccessoriesAccessoriesAccessories;;;;

• Control Unit (BC84470)

o Controls different products

o Big OLED display for easy reading

o Operating voltage: 5 – 24 V

o Power through coax cable

BC84470 – Control Unit

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SaSaSaSafety Instructionsfety Instructionsfety Instructionsfety Instructions

To prevent fire, short circuit or shock hazard:

• Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

• Install the unit in a dry location without infiltration or condensation of water.

• Do not expose it to dripping or splashing.

• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• If any liquid should accidentally fall into the cabinet, disconnect the power plug.

To avoid any risk of overheating:

• Install the unit in a well aired location and keep a minimum distance of 15 cm around the apparatus

for sufficient ventilation.

• Do not place any items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc, on the unit that might cover

the ventilation holes.

• The unit must not be exposed to any source of heat (sun, heater, etc.).

• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

• Do not install the product in a dusty place.

• Use the apparatus only in moderate climates (not in tropical climates).

• Respect the minimum and maximum temperature specification (-5 – +50°C).

To avoid any risk of electrical shocks:

• Connect apparatus only to socket with protective earth connection.

• The mains plug shall remain readily operable.

• Pull out power plug to make the different connections of cables.

• To avoid electrical shock, do not open the housing of adapter.

• Only use a dry soft cloth to clean the cabinet.

• Do not use solvent on the unit.

• For repairing and servicing refer to a qualified technician.

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1.1.1.1. Product OverviewProduct OverviewProduct OverviewProduct Overview

• What is it: The Hills BC84469 is an off-air TV channel processor, with the ability to convert up to 4 incoming

terrestrial DTV clusters to different frequencies if required.

• How it works: The design utilises 4, triple Surface Acoustic Wave filters (SAW) to achieve the desired

selectivity. By employing 2 and 3 channel bandwidth (14MHz & 21MHz), off air signals can be ‘clustered’ and

levels adjusted to equalize the output.

• What it is for: For a small/medium size MATV installations, where expensive channel processors are not

feasible, but equalization of the signal level is desirable before the launch amplifier, to maximize headroom.

• What it is not for: Due to the bandwidth of the SAW filters and conversion technique employed, this system

can’t equalize individual adjacent channels.

• Restrictions: Because of the pass-band shape of the SAW filters, if there is a multi-channel off air signal in

UHF band, the ‘clusters’ need to be ‘offset’ to avoid channel ‘spillage’ interference. There needs to be a one

channel guard-band. The configuration of the clusters can be adjusted to suit the local conditions. One

21MHz cluster, and three 14MHz clusters have been allocated. The first cluster can be programmed to be the

same in-out frequency. The following clusters need to be shifted by one channel upwards to avoid

interference.

• DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) reception: If DAB signal needs to be passed to the cable-network, the VHF

Channels need to be shifted to UHF. The DAB Ch9 & Ch9a need to be passed in the same frequency, because DAB

receivers do not have the ability to tune in different channels. TV tuners do.

• No DAB: If no DAB signal is required, the 21MHz & one 14MHz cluster can be used to process off air signals

and pass it on without conversion. The Ch9 and Ch9a are suitable enough to make a guard-band and prevent

interference.

• Gain: There is a software-controlled gain control built in. This is located in the IF section. To prevent over-

drive, there is a pre-amp circuit which can be switched off if the incoming signal is strong enough. The gain is

controllable by software or manually over-ruled. This needs to be monitored using an instrument like the

Rover meter. To prevent MER degradation, output level needs to be kept to around 90dBuV pending channel

loading.

• Warning: By design, the -30dB test-port has 12Vdc to power the programmer. To prevent damage to the

amplifier or other instruments, you will need to use a DC blocker to check the test port level. (BC71647)

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2.2.2.2. Installation Installation Installation Installation of the of the of the of the HHHHardwareardwareardwareardware

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3.3.3.3. Configuration of the DeviceConfiguration of the DeviceConfiguration of the DeviceConfiguration of the Device

The device can be controlled by means of a separate control unit (BC84470), which is connected to the test

output port of the unit.

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Operation of the control unit is described in the user manual of the device (BC84470).

The menu structure of the BC84469

is shown in the following picture:

Control Unit Menus

Start Scan

Select language

Light: Off

About CU

Select Language Control Unit Menu

Searching Device English Start Scan SNxxxxxx

François Select Language FW ver: xxx

Light: ON Brand ID: xxx

About CU

Push encoder for

Found: BC84469 ON / OFF light

SNxxxxxx

PRESS to continue...

Select Function

Settings

Import to CU

Export from CU

Device Info

Exit Device

Press 3 seconds

Settings Choose Position Export Preset Erase all presets? Type: BC84469

Terrestrial DC: 12V PRST: 1 (empty) PRST: 1 (empty) Yes SNxxxxxx

Split Filters . . . . . . No FW ver: 1.2.0.R

Input 1: SF1-SF3 PRST: 10 (empty) PRST: 10 (empty)

SF1: Ch11 -> 11/G.20 Back Back Back

SF2: Ch29 -> 9/G.0

SF3: Ch29 -> 36/G.30 press 3 Seconds

SF4: Ch6 -> 6/G.0 Erase this preset?

Auto level Yes

Generate Level: G +10 No

Reset

Store All

Back

Satt/Terr DC Settings/Split Filters Settings/Input 1 Settings/SF1 (Input 1) Settings/Auto

Level

Voltage: 12V Config: 1-3 Pre-Amplifier: ON Input Ch: 6 – 8 Run auto level!

Back Back DC: 12V Output Ch: 10 – 12 SF1: G.30 (weak)

Back Offset: 1.2MHz SF2: G.0 (no

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Gain: 30dB SF3: Off

Run auto level SF4: Off

Back Back

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Settings General Reset to defaults? Store all data? Store Data on exit?

Level: -10dB Yes Yes Yes

Back No No No

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4.4.4.4. Technical SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications

Input 1 2

Frequency Range 174-694MHz

Number of Band Pass Clusters

4

3

1

0

1

3

Filter Bandwidth

(Channels)

14MHz / 21MHz

(3) / (1)

Gain 30dB

Cluster Gain

Adjustment/Automatic 20dB/auto

Max. Input Level 105dBµV

Max. Output Level 114dBµV

Return Loss 10dB

Remote Power 14 VDC (100mA)

Outputs 1 x TV Output / 1 x Control Port

Power Consumption 13W

Operating Temperature -5°C to +50°C

Dimensions 238 x 152 x 55mm

Weight 1kg

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5.5.5.5. Conditions of Warranty Conditions of Warranty Conditions of Warranty Conditions of Warranty

PERIOD OF WARRANTY

Hills Limited warrants the product as being free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of

24 months starting from the date of production indicated on it. See note below.

If during this period of warranty the product proves defective, under normal use, due to defective

materials or workmanship, Hills, at its sole option, will repair or replace the product. Return the product to

your local dealer for reparation.

THE WARRANTY IS APPLIED ONLY FOR DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP AND DOES NOT

COVER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM;

• Misuse or use of the product outside of its specifications.

• Installation or use in a manner inconsistent with the technical or safety standards in force in the

country where the product is used.

• Use of non-suitable accessories (power supply, adapters, etc).

• Installation in a defective system.

• External damages such as drops, accidents, lightning, water, fire, improper ventilation, etc. that are

beyond the control of Hills.

THE WARRANTY IS NOT APPLIED IF;

• Production date or serial number on the product is illegible, altered, deleted or removed.

• The product has been opened or repaired by a non-authorised person.

NOTE

Date of production is MMYY format, example 0413 = April 2013.

For the serial number barcodes, the date corresponds to the 4 first numbers.

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No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any

language without permission.

Hills Limited reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described in

these manuals at any time.

Hills Limited cannot be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.

Specifications are subject to change without notice. 05/17

© 2017 Hills Limited

T 1300 HILLS 1 (1300 445 571)

email customersupport@hills.com.au

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