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ACS-101
Instruction Sheet
General Description
AMPLIFIED BROADBAND UHF
COMBINER-SPLITTER
PN 803984
The ACS-101 (Antenna Combiner Splitter 10 to 1) is an
amplified and filtered broadband splitter-combiner. It
allows up to 10 base stations to use only one transmit
and one receive antenna.
The antenna splitter section has broadband input fil-
tering and amplification to maintain signal levels
through the splitters. High output isolation between
ports is also achieved.
The antenna combiner section contains innovative
hybrid coupling, amplifying and matching technol-
ogy to combine 10 transmitters to 1 output with
very low intermod distortion.
The industrial strength power supply of the ACS-101
supplies voltage and current to two outputs on the prod-
uct. Each output can supply up to 5 Amps at 12 VDC.
SPECIFICATIONS
Overall
Antenna Connectors .........................................................................................................................Standard TNC Receptacles
AC Input Power .......................................................................................................................100 - 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 6A max
AC Input Fuse................................................................................................................................................10 A, 250 V, 3AG
DC Output Power.........................................................................................................................12 VDC, 5 A for each output
DC Output Jacks...........................................................................................................................Two, 5.5mm x 2.1 mm Jacks
DC Output Fuses..............................................................................................................................5 A, 250 V, 5mm x 20 mm
Size ...................................................................................H: 3.50" (88.9 mm) x W: 16.75" (426 mm) x D: 14.63" (372 mm)
Weight....................................................................................................................................................10 lbs., 4 oz., (4.65 kg)
Antenna Splitter
Frequency Range ................................................................................................................................................614 - 746 MHz
Output IP3..................................................................................................................................................Greater than 30 dBm
Net Gain................................................................................................................................................................. 0 dB Typical
Noise Figure .....................................................................................................................................................Less than 4.5 dB
Minimum Isolation......................................................................................................................20 dB between adjacent ports.
Greater than 20 dB between non-adjacent ports
Antenna Combiner
Frequency Range ................................................................................................................................................470 - 608 MHz
Net Gain...........................................................................................................................................................0 dB (Maximum)
Noise Figure..........................................................................................................................................................10 dB Typical
Output IP3.......................................................................................................-55 dBc @ + 17 dBm input on each transmitter
ACS-101 Product Features:
Ideal for use with BTR-1, BTR-500, BTR-600, BTR-700 wireless intercom systems.
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Two power outputs to supply up to 10 transceivers (5 on each daisy-chain run)
which makes large systems easier to implement.
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Standard IEC 320 power input connector
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115 VAC or 230 VAC operation
High-Quality TNC connectors for consistent impedance across the entire frequency range.
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Rack mount brackets included for 19" (482.6 mm) rack
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System Configuration
Figure 4 illustrates the typical system configuration
using the ACS-101 to support 10 BTR-1 base stations.
RECEIVE
ANTENNA
TRANSMITTER
ANTENNA
Tx
Tx
Rx
Rx
Power
Power
Tx
Tx
Rx
Rx
Power
Power
Tx
Rx
Tx
Rx
Power
Power
Tx
Rx
Tx
Rx
Power
Power
Tx
Rx
Tx
Rx
Power
Power
FUSE
5A SLOW BLOW
DC OUT
12V 5A
TRANSMIT
ANTENNA
TRANSMIT
RECEIVE
FUSE
5A SLOW BLOW
RECEIVE
ANTENNA
DC OUT
12V 5A
Figure 4
System Configuration
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Antenna Requirements
The ACS-101 may be used with a variety of anten-
nas. For best results, use a pair of ALP-450 direc-
tional log periodic antennas (See Figure 5) or, the
ALP-600 Bi-directional log periodic antenna (See
Figure 6).
When using 1/2 wave antennas, we recommend us-
ing the higher frequency model when the receivers
operate in more than one band. If the receivers are
more than one band apart, such as yellow and
white, we strongly recommend using the ALP-450,
or ALP-600 depending on the application.
Good results may also be obtained with 1/2 wave
antennas (See Figure 7). All antennas are sold sepa-
rately.
Place the ACS-101 with antennas in a location that
is in direct view of the beltpacks for best results.
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Figure 7
1/2 Wave Antenna
Figure 6
ALP-600
Figure 5
ALP-450
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Antenna Placement
for Optimum Range and Rack Mounting
Rack Mounting
Rack mount brackets are supplied with the
ACS-101. To attach the brackets, proceed as fol-
lows:
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For maximum range and when rack mounting, the
antennas must be remotely located.
Align the rack mount bracket with the holes on
the side of the unit. See Figure 8.
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The ALP-450 and ALP-600 antennas come com-
plete with a variety of mounting hardware and 10
feet (3 meters) of low loss coaxial cable. A combi-
nation mounting bracket with 10 feet of coaxial ca-
ble is available for 1/2 wave antennas (Model No.
AB-2).
Install flat head machine screws in two holes.
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Tighten securely. Repeat on the other side of the
unit. For best alignment, perform the above
steps while the unit and rack brackets are set-
ting on a flat surface.
Antennas should be placed in a location with a clear
“signal path” to the beltpacks. This “path” should
be as short and free of obstructions as possible. Ob-
structions, such as walls ceilings, and metal objects,
will reduce range and performance.
Insert the unit into a 19" rack enclosure and in-
sert four screws (not supplied) in each corner of
the rack mount brackets and secure.
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Coax Cable
For best results, it is recommended that cable losses
be kept under 4 dB. (Every 3 dB of signal loss results
in a system operating distance reduction of 25%.
See the accessories section of this manual for spe-
cial low loss cable assemblies.
Figure 8
Rack Mount Brackets
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ACS-101 Accessories and Replacement Parts
ALP-600
ALP-450
480-800 MHz Bi-Directional log periodic antenna
Includes mounting hardware and 10 feet (3 meter)
coaxial cable with TNC connectors
450-900 MHz Log Periodic Antenna
Includes mounting hardware and 10 feet (3 meter)
coaxial cable with TNC connectors
Order No. 71147000
Order No. 878896
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Low loss coaxial antenna cables with
TNC connectors
1/2 wave Antenna
(CLA-X)
Model
Length
Order No.
CXU-10 10 Ft. (3 meter)
690419
CXU-25 25 Ft. (7.6 meter) 71151-025
CXU-50 50 Ft. (15 meter) 71151-050
CXU-75 75 Ft. (23 meter) 71151-075
CXU-100 100 Ft.(30 meter) 71151-100
Model No. Part No.
Band Color
Frequency
TP-2 50 OHM/TNC dummy load
(For unused outputs)
Part No. 650095
CLA-1
CLA-2
CLA-3
CLA-4
CLA-5
CLA-6
CLA-10 870658-10
CLA-11 870658-11
CLA-12 870658-12
870658-1
870658-2
870658-3
870658-4
870658-5
870658-6
Blue
Yellow
Red
White
Green
Orange
Tan
520-565 MHz
565-615 MHz
615-660 MHz
660-690 MHz
690-725 MHz
725-760 MHz
470-518 MHz
515-548 MHz
542-575 MHz
AB-2
Bracket for 1/2 wave Antenna with 10 ft. of coax
Part No. 71138000
Pink
Brown
MICROPHONE STAND
MOUNTING
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TELEX COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
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July 2004
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