Cisco Cisco 1 GHz GainStar Amplifier Installation Guide

4034994 Rev B

Introduction

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The GainStar Amplifier Platform includes a variety of RF amplifiers that address the
divergent needs of today's broadband networks. All GainStar amplifiers provide
superior performance and reliability combined with a user-friendly layout.
This chapter introduces the GainStar Amplifier and describes its main components,
configuration options, and accessories.

Purpose

This guide provides instructions for installing, configuring, setting up, and
troubleshooting the GainStar Amplifier.

Who Should Use This Document

This document is intended for authorized service personnel who have experience
working with similar equipment. The service personnel should have appropriate
background and knowledge to complete the procedures described in this document.

Qualified Personnel

CAUTION:

Allow only qualified and skilled personnel to install, operate, maintain, and
service this product. Otherwise, personal injury or equipment damage may
occur.

Only appropriately qualified and skilled personnel should attempt to install, operate,
maintain, and service this product.

Scope

This guide discusses the following topics.
•  Description of the GainStar Amplifier
•  Installing and Configuring the amplifier
•  Balancing and Setup of Amplifier Forward and Reverse Signal Paths
•  Troubleshooting the amplifier
•  Customer Support nformation
•  Description of Configuration Options and Accessories

Document Version

This is the second release of this guide (Rev B).