Cisco Cisco 1 GHz GainStar Node Installation Guide

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Balancing and Setup 

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Before you begin balancing, it is important to review and understand the following 
information. This information will show you which balancing process is appropriate 
for your node. 
Before balancing, make sure you have configured the node module according to the 
specifications in your design print and that the node has warmed up for 
approximately one hour. The table below shows the items needed for balancing. 

Copy of the design print 
 

Determine expected input and output 

signal levels. 

Torque wrench with 1/2-inch 

socket 

Open and close the system node housing.   

Spectrum analyzer or signal 

analysis meter capable of 

working with frequencies up to 

the highest design frequency 

Determine absolute and relative signal 

levels. 
 

Test point probe (part number 

1010409) 

Access the test points. 
 

Length of 75 ohm coaxial cable 

with F-connectors on each end 

Connect the test point probe to the test 

equipment.