Labgear MSA242 Installation Instructions
General Safety Precautions
To Prevent Overheating
The recom mended clearences and other precautions given in this instruction section of these
instructions must be observ ed to prevent overheating. In addition, the units should not be fixed where
they are likely to become smothered by curtains or other fabrics, etc, or other the rmal inssullation
materials in a roof space or sim ilar buildin g void. The unit should not be left resting on a carpe t.
Other Precautions
These appli ances are not waterproof. The y are for indoor use onl y and must no t be fixed where they
could be exposed to drippin g or splashing water. Ob jects containg liquids should not be placed on or
near the appliance.
To preve nt risk of fire, no objec t with a naked f lame should be plac ed on or near the applianc es or the
wiring to them.
Fitted Mains Plug
These appliances are supplied with a standard fixed plug already fitted. If this is not suitable, refer to the
instructioo ns below. In the unlikely event that you need to change the fuse in this plug, 1 3Amp fuse to
BS1362 ca rrying th e ASTA or BSI approved mark must be used. Alw ays re-fit the plastic fuse ca rrier when
replaci ng the fuse.
Changing the Plug
If the fitted mains plug is no t suitable for the socke t outlet in use, it should be cu t off and an appropr iate
new plug fitted.
Wiring a New Plug
Any ins truction supplied wit h the plug should be followed(th ese may state how m uch insullation to
remove from the wires in the mains cord). The Bro wn wire must be co nnected to the live (L) terminal of
the plug and the Blue wire to the neutral (N) terminal. Neither wire should be connected to the earth (E)
terminal of a 3-pin plug(this appliance does not require an earth connection). Ensure that the cord g rip
in the plug is correctly used and clamps the sheath of the cord firmly.
Fuse Rating: If the new plug is a fused type, the fuse fitted should be rated at no more than 3 Amp.
Caut ion : The old plug should be d estroyed promp tly since it would b e dangerous if plugged i nto the live
socket.
Installation Instuctions
Introduction
These ful ly screened gene ral-purpo se 4, 6 and 8 wa y amplifiers are ideal for distributing TV and
FM DAB radio signals. Separat e inputs for UHF TV (470- 862 MHz)a nd for FM DAB. The FM DAB
operating for the standard unit UK market is 88-230 MHz. Versio ns are also availabe with VHF
frequency range 40-270 MHz– specify by a dding suffix EIR to the product code.
The 6 and 8 –w ay versions feature a higher gain “FULL” out put. This may be used in conjuct ion
with additional passive accessories(taps and splitters) to allow additional outputs to be fed.
All units are suitable for handling digital terrestrial TV (DTT) signa ls in addition to the analogue
services. Dis tribution of DTT sign als requires c areful attention to signal levels for satisfactory
results.
Applicatio ns
Using the “FULL” ouput
The “FULL” output allows additional points to be fed without the need for another amplifier.
The diagrams below and overleaf show two typical examples of how Labgear ta ps can be used
to provide ano ther 8 or 16 out puts. NB the taps in these examples have f-type connectors.
2 –Year Gu arantee
Your am plifier is guaranteed against faulty componenets or poor workmanship for a period of two years
From the date of purchase. This guarantee does not cover accidental or mallcoius damage (Including
damage from natural causes such as lightening) and will be invalidated by inst allation or use ot her than
in acco rdance with these in structions, repa ir or attempted repa ir other than by the m anufacturer, or open
or removal of the case. Th is does affect your statutory rights.
Labgear Reserve the right to modify their desi gns or specifica tions, In thelight of
future developm ents, without prior notice.Performance figures quo ted are typical
and subject to normal manufacturing and service tolerances
LABGEAR
KINGFISHER WHARF
LONDON ROAD
BEDFORD MK42 ONX
TEL:01234 26 37 37
FAX:01234 26 74 00
E-MAIL sales@philex.com