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Satellite MultiStacker Installation Requirements

FXTL-T-0219

Last Updated: 03/07/2019 2:14:00 PM

ISSUE 1 Revision 12


FXTL-T-0219 Satellite Multistacker Installation Requirements Issue 1 Revision 12

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Issue #

Issue Date Revision Revision Date

Comments Prepared By Authorised By

1 15/09/17 0 SMS Launch Install Specification

Steven Circosta Thomas Russo

1 1 22/09/17 Frequency List & Wallplate - quality levels added

Optical systems

Steven Circosta John Mitsios

1 22/02/18 2 22/02/18 Page 15

Active Tap Powering

Maximum 1800mA

Maximum 4 Active Taps

Steven Circosta Steven Circosta

1 3 17/5/18 Addition of Notes to pages 8,19 & Power block diagram 3


1 29/05/18 4 29/05/18 New Stacker plan for 26/06/18 on page 11

Update powering options and added notes pages 15 &16

Added active tap feeding into passive tap page 16


1 03/07/18 5 03/07/18 Update Optus Channel Plans


1 10/09/18 6 10/09/18 New Test Channel T8 Steven Circosta Steven Circosta

1 9/11/18 6 9/11/18 New Foxtel Logo Steven Circosta Steven Circosta

1 12/11/1/8 7 12/11/18 Line Powering Cable Lengths

RF & Optical Star Feed Concept Designs added


1 11/02/19 8 11/02/19 Update Foxtel Web Link

Note: on Commercial STB


1 21/02/19 9 21/02/19 Note on capacitive terminator added to page 9





Issue #

Issue Date Revision Revision Date

Comments Prepared By Authorised By

1 18/03/19 10 18/03/19 Notes added to pages 13 & 14 for No PDR, Lite & Extra Lite upgrades


1 03/04/19 11 03/04/19 Update Diagrams 8 & 9 Steven Circosta Steven Circosta

1 24/06/19 12 25/06/19 Information on Dish Installation Added


Disclaimer

This document is correct at time of publication. Foxtel reserves the right to modify channel plans or any other item within the document without prior notice to the field.

Refer to the Foxtel website for the latest version.

www.foxtel.com.au/mdu

http://www.foxtel.com.au/mdu




Distribution List

Name Position Company

Doug Fewtrell Head of Field Operations Foxtel

Adam Brown Operations Manager Field Operations Foxtel

Thomas Russo Middleware and Security Development Manager

Foxtel

Enver Vasfi Hardware Development Manager Foxtel

Christopher Smith Strata Accounts Manager Foxtel

Martin Walsh Strata Accounts Manager Foxtel

Jason Gooch Commercial Business Manager Foxtel

Mark Bishop Commercial Business Manager Foxtel




Document Approval

Enver Vasfi Hardware Development Manager

03/04/19




Table of Contents

1. OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................... 8

2. OBJECTIVE ................................................................................................................ 10

3. SCOPE........................................................................................................................ 10

4. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................. 13

STB INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................... 20

STB FREQUENCY LIST SELECTION ................................................................................ 21

APPENDIX A. LIST OF OPTUS 10 – D3 STACKED AND NON-STACKED FREQUENCIES INCLUDING FOXTEL TEST CHANNELS ................................................. 22

APPENDIX B. SCOPE OF WORKS ................................................................................ 23

Post Installation ................................................................................................................ 23

APPENDIX C. EARTHING .............................................................................................. 26

Equipotential Bonding Commercial Installation (Single Dwelling Residence – more than one Wall plate) ............................................................................................................................ 26 Equipotential Bonding Multi-Dwelling Unit or Commercial Installation ..................................... 27

APPENDIX D. SATELLITE DISHES ................................................................................ 28

4.1. OUTDOOR UNIT (ODU) – DISH AND LNB .................................................................. 28 4.1.1. Dish Selection .............................................................................................. 28 4.1.2. Dish Alignment ............................................................................................. 29

4.2. MOUNTS................................................................................................................ 29 4.2.1. Mount Selection............................................................................................ 29 4.2.2. Location of Mount ......................................................................................... 34 4.2.3. Mount and Dish Placement ........................................................................... 34

4.3. ROOFING ............................................................................................................... 34 4.4. INSTALLATION OF SATELLITE DISH NEAR SOLAR PANELS ............................................ 35

APPENDIX E. GLOSSARY OF TERMS .......................................................................... 36

APPENDIX F. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS .................................................................... 37




Table of Contents continued

Diagram 1 Typical Port Configuration of the Satellite Multistacker .......................................... 8 Diagram 2 Dip Switch default Position = Up On & Down Off ................................................. 10 Diagram 3 A small FTA – SAT Integrated no PDR system upgrade...................................... 13 Diagram 4 Single wire 4 way tap backbone with system calculations ................................... 15 Diagram 5 Single wire 4 way splitter concept design using active taps to feed 128 outlets over

4 levels ......................................................................................................................... 16 Diagram 6 Active Tap powering options ............................................................................... 17 Diagram 7 Active tap feeding 4 way passive tap within unit .................................................. 17 Diagram 8 Concept Optical Headend feeding active taps over 96 floors ............................... 18 Diagram 9 Concept Design 16 way active tap staring out to end of line 32 port active taps. .. 19 Diagram 10 RF Cable Connection on an iQ4 or later STB .................................................... 20 Diagram 11 RF Cable Connection on an iQ4 or later STB from a single wall plate................ 20 Diagram 12 RF Cable Connection on an iQ4 or later STB from twin diplexed wall plate ....... 20 Diagram 13 – Equipotential Bonding in Single Premises ...................................................... 26 Diagram 14 – Equipotential Bonding Multi-Dwelling Unit and Commercial Premises ............ 27

Table 1 Shows Multistacker Dip Switch settings and STB State Settings.............................. 11 Table 2 shows vertical transponder groups stacked to the new H polarity transponder

Frequency .................................................................................................................... 12 Table 3 Frequencies for distribution through an SMS SMATV backbone .............................. 22 Table 4 – Wallplate Signal Level .......................................................................................... 24 Table 5 – Wallplate Digital Performance .............................................................................. 24 Table 6 – Wallplate Digital Slope / Tilt Performance ............................................................. 25 Table 7 – Post Installation Certification Test Locations ......................................................... 25 Table 8 – Dish Location Zone to Size Selection Matrix ......................................................... 29 Table 9 – W1 Mount Selection – Wind Rating Chart ............................................................. 31 Table 10 – Exposure Classification ...................................................................................... 32 Table 11 – Rating Increment................................................................................................ 32 Table 12 – Solar Panel Minimum Distance Guide ................................................................ 35




1. Overview

The Satellite Multistacker combines 2 horizontal & 2 vertical satellite services from 2 orbital locations and combines them on a single RF cable so that a single RF input port on an iQ3 – iQ4 or later STB can receive the signals.

Diagram 1 Typical Port Configuration of the Satellite Multistacker




The Multistackers have 4 input ports which cater for low & high band signals.

Low band via DC Voltage

High band via DC & 22 KHz tone.

Note: It is important to have the satellite RF feeds connected between the LNBF and SMS before the unit is powered up. This will ensure that the SMS does not go into automatic search mode that could take up to an hour to complete the search. Connecting the cables and power in the correct sequence allows the SMS to lock to the Foxtel Transponders within 30 seconds.

Kingray

From left to right

Port 4 HH = 18 volts plus 22 KHz (future satellite)

Port 3 VH = 13 volts plus 22 KHz (future satellite)

Port 2 H L = 18 volts (Current Foxtel H pol services)

Port 1 V L = 13 volts (Current Foxtel V pol services)

Jonsa

From left to right

Port 4 V L = 13 volts (Current Foxtel V pol services)

Port 3 H L = 18 volts (Current Foxtel H pol services)

Port 2 V H = 13 volts plus 22 KHz (future satellite)

Port 1 H H = 18 volts plus 22 KHz (future satellite)

The units have 2 ports on the bottom.

Port 1 Stacked satellite output port with the option of line powering via a 12, 15 or 18 volt DC power injector and power pack.

Port 2 local powering via a 12, 15 or 18 volt DC power pack

Note: When using the local powering option, the installation of a power block at the RF output is required to stop unwanted power entering the SMS.

Local powering option can be extended using RG6 coaxial cable, the maximum run of cable depends on the voltage source used. 12 Volt 15 metres, Jonsa 15 volt 30 metres, & Kingray 18 volt, 50 metres.

When line powering via the RF output with the use of a power injector & FTA – Satellite diplexer in line, the maximum cable runs are reduced to the following. 12 volt 10 metres, Jonsa 15 volt 25 metres, & Kingray 40 metres.

When line powering the Kingray stacker the local power port shall be terminated with one of the capacitive terminators supplied.




2. Objective

The satellite multistacker (SMS) is a standalone device that can be installed directly after a twin or quad universal vertical - horizontal LNBF. It is typically installed before the first distribution point in the SMATV system. An amplifier is installed where required to provide a higher launch level of up to 108dBuV. (The multistacker typically outputs a level of 80-85dBuV).

Due to the design of the multistacker there is no headend set up procedure, the Foxtel N.I.T (Network Information Table) is updated which informs the SMS what frequencies to tune to in the same way we update information to STB’s in the field. This becomes a simple installation method for a large variety of building types which include:

Domestic homes that are difficult to re-cable.

MDU’s listed as “non-homes passed” which have been difficult to cable due to cabling access.

MDU lite buildings that are H polarity only cabled.

Twin backbone no PVR buildings with single laterals.

Single wired Commercial Buildings (Note: when commercial STB is available).

Single wired residential Estates including RF or Optical distribution.

3. Scope

To install a multistacker, all RF distribution components within the network must be capable of distributing the upper Frequency of 2400MHz, including:

Amplifiers

Power Injectors

Splitters

Taps

Cables

Connectors

Wall plates

Foxtel satellite transponders are distributed on frequencies between 950-2350MHz. The SMS stacks V polarity transponders onto the H polarity so that a single cable can distribute up to 32 satellite Transponders. This allows the integration of FTA services on the one cable with the use of a FTA – Satellite diplexer that combines 45-862 MHz FTA & 950-2400 MHz Satellite. Foxtel has updated the Installer Product List with products capable of distributing signals at the higher frequency of 2400MHz which are listed under the category “Multistacker”.

This allows the combined FTA – Satellite to be distributed down existing single cable RF distribution networks that are fitted with a minimum of RG6 coaxial cable.

The stacker has been fitted with a 5 position dip switch which is switched to match the State installed. This allows Foxtel to make better use of Transponder space in the event that the total 32 transponders are used.

Diagram 2 Dip Switch default Position = Up On & Down Off




The dipswitches on the multistacker are switched to match the state installed

Switch Number

1 2 3 4 5 STB Setting

National Off Off Off Off Off National 01

NSW On Off Off Off Off NSW 02

VIC Off On Off Off Off VIC 03

QLD On On Off Off Off QLD 04

SA Off Off On Off Off SA 05

WA On Off On Off Off WA 06

TAS Off On On Off Off TAS 07

NT On On On Off Off NT 08

Table 1 Shows Multistacker Dip Switch settings and STB State Settings




Vertical Stacked Transponder Frequencies

The following tables shows the vertical stacked transponders for each state throughout Australia. The multistacker is shipped with all dip switched set to the National Plan or off position. This plan has higher frequencies which are used to commission an SMATV or Optical Backbone before the correct state is selected. The new state is retuned within 30 seconds of selecting the required plan. Meter plans have been listed on the left from 01 to 08.

12802 12843.5 12885 12926.5 12968

S NAT 01 G35 T4 G34 T8 G31 T10

G32 T11

G33 T12

11679 12227.5 12760.5 12802 12843.5

S NSW 02 G31 T10

G32 T11

G33 T12 G34 T8 G35 T4

S VIC 03 G32 T11

G33 T12 G34 T8 G35 T4

G31 T10

S QLD 04 G33 T12 G34 T8 G35 T4

G31 T10

G32 T11

S SA 05 G35 T4 G31 T10

G32 T11

G33 T12 G34 T8

S WA 06 G34 T8 G35 T4 G31 T10

G32 T11

G33 T12

S TAS 07 G32 T11

G31 T10

G33 T12 G34 T8 G35 T4

S NT 08 G33 T12

G31 T10

G32 T11 G34 T8 G35 T4

This channel plan becomes active as of 26/06/18

Table 2 shows vertical transponder groups stacked to the new H polarity transponder Frequency

Important Note: It is crucial that the correct plan is selected for the required state. If this is not carried out the subscriber will be missing some if not all vertical channel groups. Resulting in a “No Signal” status.




4. Installation Requirements

All Components within a SMATV backbone system must pass frequencies from 45 to 2400MHz. Any exception to this is shown in the following bullet points.

Backbone upgrades:

Upgrade existing FTA RG6/RG11 backbone system must have all devices rated for the FTA and satellite bands from 45 - 2400MHz.

No PDR buildings with end of line multiswitches must have all components rated from 45-2400MHz. The only exception to the rule is when using the existing end of line multiswitch which are rated below 2400MHz. This may result in a drop of signal level for transponders above 2150MHz. In most cases signal attenuation will be minimal, but installers should take this attenuation in signal level into account when calculating system losses.

Existing RG6 crimp connectors are permitted in upgraded systems.

Upgraded systems with RG11 crimp connectors must have the connectors upgraded to RG11 compression connectors.

Backbone upgrades only requires 2 coaxial cables from a twin LNBF to the multistacker

Diagram 3 Small FTA – SAT Integrated No PDR system upgrade

No PDR buildings are cabled with a single lateral cable to the wall plate, the SMS allows the single lateral cable to provide satellite Horizontal pole and Vertical pole transponders stacked onto Horizontal pole, plus FTA to an iQ3 – iQ4 or later STB.

Notes:

A GPO is required in the headend location. If this is not achievable line powering via an in-line power injector with a dedicated “common property” GPO in another location is possible. The unit is not to be powered from a private resident’s power source.

A splitter shall be installed to cater for V polarity via the stacker and multiswitch, this caters for existing V-H pole single tuner boxes throughout the installation.

When local powering the SMS via the DC power port, the installation of a DC block shall be installed at the RF output port.




Extra Lite & Lite Upgrades:

In Extra lite & lite upgrades, all components shall be rated to 2400 MHz. The system design is treated the same as a new backbone.

Notes:

An existing extra lite single backbone only caters for H pole Optus 10 transponders and has an 11.3 L.O LNBF installed. Backbone components are only rated to 1500MHz and require a full upgrade.

An existing lite single backbone only caters for H pole transponders for Optus 10 & Optus D3 with a 10.7 L.O LNBF. All actives and passives require upgrade to 2400MHz rated components.

All RG11 crimp connectors shall be replaced with compression connectors.

Existing RG6 crimp connectors are permitted in lite & extra lite upgrades.

New Backbone:

4 Cables run from the LNBF to the Multistacker.

A 5th Cable is installed from the roof FTA antenna to the multistacker / headend location.

RG11 compression connectors are to be used for all RG11cables.

RG6 compression connectors are to be used for all RG6 cables.

Standalone satellite systems require amplifiers with an operational range of 950-2400MHz, no FTA amplifier is required.

When integrating FTA services, the FTA amplifiers are to operate in the range 45 – 862MHz.

Refer to the Foxtel Installer Product List for a full range of products that can be used for SMS installations.


When local powering of SMS is used the installation of a power block at the RF output of the SMS must be installed.

Optical Systems and Residential Estates:

When integrating into an optical fibre network, the components used must be capable of transmitting signals in the range of 5-2400MHz. Carriers networks that use RF overlay for combining television services typically use the wavelength of 1550nm for distribution through the network. Please check with the carriers requirements when choosing the wavelength to be used.

Optical receivers should be capable of catering for a high channel load of 32 x 36MHz satellite carriers and a minimum of 12 x 7 MHz COFDM FTA carriers. The channel load may vary depending on the network requirements.

Wall plate signal levels & quality shall meet the requirements shown in tables 4, 5 & 6 of this document.





Diagram 4 Single wire 4 way tap backbone with system calculations




Concept Design

The following concept design combines Satellite and FTA channels onto a single backbone. The use of satellite / FTA diplexers used to separate the satellite and FTA signals into the Foxtel STB.

Diagram 5 Single wire 4 way splitter concept design using active taps to feed 128 outlets over 4 levels

Notes:

The maximum cable length between the 18V DC power supply and active tap is 40M of RG6.This allows up to 160M of RG6 between the 4 active taps with a maximum of 1.5 amp current draw through the 4 way splitter.

The 32 port active tap current draw is in the range of 250-300mA @ 18V DC.

The maximum combined current draw from a single power supply must not exceed 1800mA.

In this scenario, the SMS is powered locally by the 12V DC power supply. The 12 volt power supply can be installed up to 10M from the SMS via the use of RG6 coaxial cable.

Powering option #1 shows the active tap powered via an 18V DC power supply at the input of the 4 way splitter. This option is available for 2, 3 or 4 way splitters.

Powering option #2 shows the active tap locally powered via an 18V DC power supply on level 1. When this option is used powering of the Active Tap & SMS




can be achieved by removing power supplies and power block at the SMS location.

Correct splitters with forward or reverse powering options are used.

Diagram 6 Active Tap powering options

An active tap provides up to 90dBuV output at 2400MHz, a single cable run into the unit can feed a tap or splitter within the unit. Diagram 7 shows the maximum cable lengths that can be achieved to provide the require signal at the STB.

Diagram 7 Active tap feeding 4 way passive tap within unit

Notes:

45M run of RG6 can be achieved when installing a 12dB tap with the unit.

Preference is given to installing a tap within the unit over a splitter due to its higher port to port isolation performance.

However if cable run exceeds 45M, a 4 way splitter can be installed within the unit to achieve a maximum run of 60M resulting in 58.0dB into the STB.




Diagram 8 Concept Optical Headend feeding active taps over 96 floors




Diagram 9 Concept Design 16 way active tap staring out to end of line 32 port active taps.




STB Installation

Note: When connecting an iQ4 or later STB to an SMS wired backbone, satellite input 2 V pol is not used.

Installation to the iQ4 STB is carried out by installing 1 satellite RF cable to Input 1 and 1 FTA cable to TV input port.

Diagram 10 RF Cable Connection on an iQ4 STB

A single F type wall plate uses installation fit off code FD, connection to the STB requires 3 RF cables and 1 Sat / FTA Diplexer.

Diagram 11 RF Cable Connection on an iQ4 STB from a single wall plate

A Twin diplexed F wall plate uses installation fit off code FM, connection to the STB requires 2 RF cables.

Diagram 12 RF Cable Connection on an iQ4 STB from twin diplexed wall plate




STB Frequency List Selection

On Activating the sim card in the STB the State Frequency List selection is an automated process. This field is updated via the postcode location for the installation address.

Once the STU is connected and turned on, activate the smartcard. Once the smartcard has been activated, the frequency list selection will automatically update as per the customer’s address in the system. The Frequency List above shows 02 for NSW.

https://jarvis.custhelp.com/app/mobile/answers/toa_answer_view/a_id/1000067/loc/en_AU#hit




Appendix A. List of Optus 10 – D3 Stacked and non-stacked Frequencies including Foxtel Test Channels

Transponder

Non

Stacked

NAT

01

NSW

02 VIC 03

QLD

04 SA 05 WA 06

TAS

07 NT 08

D3T4 1145.0 2102.0 2143.5 2102.0 2060.5 979.0 1527.5 2143.5 2143.5

D3T8 1311.0 2143.5 2102.0 2060.5 1527.5 2143.5 979.0 2102.0 2102.0

D3T10 1394.0 2185.0 979.0 2143.5 2102.0 1527.5 2060.5 1527.5 1527.5

D3T11 1435.5 2226.5 1527.5 979.0 2143.5 2060.5 2102.0 979.0 2060.5

D3T12 1477.0 2268.0 2060.5 1527.5 979.0 2102.0 2143.5 2060.5 979.0

D3T13 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5 1020.5

D3T14 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0 1062.0

D3T15 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5 1103.5

D3T16 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0 1145.0

D3T17 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5 1186.5

D3T18 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0 1228.0

D3T19 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5 1269.5

D3T20 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0 1311.0

D3T21 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5 1352.5

D3T22 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0 1394.0

D3T23 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5 1435.5

D3T24 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0 1477.0

10T13 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0 1578.0

10T15 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0 1658.0

10T16 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0 1698.0

10T17 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0 1738.0

10T18 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0 1778.0

10T19 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0 1818.0

10T20 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0 1858.0

10T21 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0 1898.0

10T22 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0 1938.0

10T24 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0 2018.0

Table 3 Frequencies for distribution through an SMS SMATV backbone

Table shows the I.F Frequencies for distribution through an SMS SMATV backbone.

Note: National plan 01 is used to commission all SMS SMATV backbone systems. The higher frequencies are listed in the event that a total of 32 transponders are used, this will result in new V pol stacked frequencies being used in stacked plans 02 through to 08.

Foxtel’s satellite Test Channels are shown in yellow

Once the system logs have been taken on National Plan 01, a log is required out of the stacker to confirm that the correct state plan has been chosen.

Please note: ACT uses the same plan as NSW 02.




Appendix B. Scope of Works

Post Installation

At the completion of the installation, an approved ‘as built’ SOW document shall be forwarded to FOXTEL to enable the building to be activated for the FOXTEL service.

Note: The National Service Provider / installation company submits an electronic copy of the ‘as built’ Scope of Work document to Foxtel.

Installation ‘As Built’ Drawing

An accurately electronic ‘as built’ design showing all the equipment installed in the system must be provided with the ‘as built’ SOW document.

Installation Photographs

Photographs shall be provided as appropriate for:

Dish location – showing skyline and Dish; LNB; Mount – close up photo

Headend location showing multistacker amplifiers and other devices

Tap location and earthing

FTA and FOXTEL integration point.

Installation Certification Testing

Post installation testing involves completion of a commissioning sheet contained within the ‘as built’ SOW document.

All tests must comply with the wall plate specifications for installations tables and be documented on the As Built SOW.

Testing by data logging is also acceptable.

LNB Tests

All ports on the LNB must be tested for Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for the following Eight Transponders (as a minimum).

Optus D3

T8,T12,T14,T18,T22,T24

Optus 10

T17 & T24

Multistacker – Back Bone Tests

Note: National Plan 01 used to commission all SMS SMATV systems. The

higher frequencies in plan 01 are used to ensure that higher frequencies pass through the backbone in the event that 32 transponders are used. Once the backbone logs are taken throughout the network at the higher frequencies, a single log is then taken at the output of the SMS to confirm that the multistacker has been switched to the required state plan.




Amplifier Tests

The input and output signal levels are to be tested at the MATV launch amplifier. Channel loading should be taken into account and launch level adjusted accordingly.

Passive Tap, Active Tap or MultiswitchTests

The Passive Tap, Active Tap, or (multiswitch on upgraded no PDR site) must be tested for Digital Channel Power, Modulation Error Ratio and Bit Error Rate for Transponders as per LNB Tests shown above (as a minimum). Testing by data logging is also acceptable.

Wall plate Tests

The signal levels must be tested at wall plates:

Closest to the Headend

Central to the Headend and

Furthest from the Headend.

All tests must comply with the wall plate specifications for installations tables.

Testing by data logging is also acceptable.

Table 4 – Wallplate Signal Level

Broadcast Type

Wallplate Level (dBµV)

Commercial Single Dwelling

Residence (SDR) ONLY

Multi-Dwelling Unit, Multi-Residential Estate and Large

Commercial

Systems >20 RF Channels

Standard Modulation type Min Max Min Max

Analogue FM radio 45 80 54 71

DVB-S / S2 QPSK / 8PSK 58 79 58 76

DVB-T COFDM 64 QAM 40 75 54 77

DAB+ DQPSK (EEP3A) 60 86 60 77

Note: All digital levels are RMS voltage or Digital Channel Power. Digital Channel Power measured values may be +/- 2 dB from the levels listed due to accuracy of meters.

Table 5 – Wallplate Digital Performance

Broadcast type Bit Error Rate Modulation Error

Ratio

(In band noise ratio)

Standard Modulation Type Pre-Viterbi

Pre – RS

or Post-Viterbi Minimum (dB)

DVB-S QPSK <2E-4 <2E-7 12.5+

DVB-S2 8PSK LDPC <1E-2 LDPC <1E-7 12.5+

DVB-T COFDM 64 QAM <2E-4 <2E-7 24

Note: + Clear sky weather conditions level.




Table 6 – Wallplate Digital Slope / Tilt Performance

Broadcast Type Wallplate Level Slope Tilt (dB)

Standard Modulation Type Maximum level difference

at single wallplate Maximum level difference

ALL wallplates in system

DVB-S QPSK 12 18

DVB-T COFDM 64 QAM 6 12

DAB+ DQPSK (EEP3A) 6 12

Note: Measured values may be +/- 2dB from the levels listed owing to accuracy of meters.

Table 7 – Post Installation Certification Test Locations

Broadcast Type Test Locations

Standard Modulation type Amplifiers Active Taps

Multiswitches and wallplates

DVB-S QPSK 8 Transponders 8 Transponders

DVB-T COFDM 64 QAM All channels Highest and lowest channels

Quality Control

FOXTEL’s quality expectations and processes focus on ensuring that the design and field installation process is positive and beneficial to everyone involved in the FOXTEL process and that they will happily recommend the FOXTEL process to others.

FOXTEL reserve the right to actively inspect the work performed by the National Service Provider to ensure that their work meets the required standards. If subsequently the work is found to be of an inferior standard then the National Service Provider will be required to make the necessary reparations.




Appendix C. Earthing

Earthing and Equipotential Bonding (CET) Designs

All system components must be earthed in compliance with AS/NZS 1367:2016, AS/NZS3000:2018, (earthing conductors), and AS/CA-S009:2013, S009:2019 comes into effect once published.

Equipotential bonding is used to ensure that no hazardous voltages are present on the outer conductors of a cable or any metallic component within the network.

A licensed electrician must carry out connections within the electrical switchboard.

Note: A suitably qualified person can carry out the connection for protective earthing external to the switchboard.

Refer to the following designs for specific diagrams for earthing outline the preferred methods for connection of a CET and bonding conductor.

Equipotential Bonding Commercial Installation (Single Dwelling Residence – more than one Wall plate)

Diagram 13 shows the method for Equipotential Bonding in a commercial (Single Dwelling Residence) single premise installation with more than one outlet.

Diagram 13 – Equipotential Bonding in Single Premises




Equipotential Bonding Multi-Dwelling Unit or Commercial Installation

Diagram 14 shows the method for Equipotential Bonding in a Multi-Dwelling Unit or commercial multiple premise installation.

Diagram 14 – Equipotential Bonding Multi-Dwelling Unit and Commercial Premises




Appendix D. Satellite Dishes

4.1. Outdoor Unit (ODU) – Dish and LNB

This section details the steps required to select and install the satellite dish and LNB.

4.1.1. Dish Selection

The step of selecting the correct dish performance is to ensure that it will provide appropriate increase in margin of Bit Error Rate, Modulation Error

Ratio (in band noise ratio) and Digital Channel Power performance to ensure it will cater for rain fade margin and distribution system degradation.

Figure 15 provides information on the six satellite coverage zones and the appropriate size dish required for an installation at this location.

Figure 15 – Optus O10 FOXTEL Satellite Coverage Zone Map




Table 8 – Dish Location Zone to Size Selection Matrix

MDU ≤ 3 Stories

MDU ≥ 3 Stories

MRE Commercial (hotel –MDU)

Commercial (single

Dwelling)

Zone 1 65cm 90cm 90cm 90cm 65cm



Zone 4 85cm 1.2m 1.2m 1.2m 85cm

Zone 5 80cm 1.2m 1.2m 1.2m 80cm

Zone 6 1.2m 1.5m 1.5m 1.5m 1.2m

4.1.2. Dish Alignment

There are two steps to aligning a satellite dish for optimum performance, Azimuth elevation setup and cross-polarisation. A meter must be used for all dish alignment (see Foxtel Installer Product List for current models). FOXTEL has selected these new meters to make the dish alignment process more accurate and efficient.

4.2. Mounts

This section describes how to select a mount and where to install it.

Note: No mount is to exceed its maximum rated dish size or wind rating specifications. All mounts must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Note: For further information on mount specifications and details, refer the Manufacturer’s instructions provided with the mount, or refer to the Manufacturer’s website.

4.2.1. Mount Selection

When selecting a mount, it needs to be suitable for the size of the dish and the prevailing wind conditions in the area where it will be used. Australia can be divided into four regions for prevailing wind conditions:

Region A: Normal

Region B: Intermediate

Region C: Tropical cyclones

Region D: Severe tropical cyclones

Use Table 9 below and the map in Figure 16 to select the appropriate mount for the location. For further clarification on the suitability of the mount required for your location in all regions, contact the mount manufacturer.

Refer to the manufacturer’s website for further information relating to mount selection to suit the dish size used in your region.

Jonsa Australia: https://www.jonsa.com.au/

Hills Limited : https://www.hills.com.au/home#gref

https://www.jonsa.com.au/

https://www.hills.com.au/home#gref




Mount Wind Rating

Mounting hardware for the installation of satellite dishes on domestic dwellings must have a wind rating that complies with the requirements of AS 4055-2012 Wind loads for housing. In particular the Wind Rating of the mount together with the dish must comply with or exceed that set out in Table 2.2 of AS 4055-2012 for the local Wind

Region and site conditions. The Wind Rating of a mount in combination with the dish is specified in the mount manufacturer’s installation instructions.

As a guide, the Wind Ratings in the corresponding Wind Regions as listed in Table 9 below are considered to be suitable for satellite dish mounting hardware unless the site is on a hill or slope.

These Wind Ratings apply to all sites within a Wind Region except where the house or MDU is located on the mid or top third of a hill, ridge or escarpment of average slope greater than 1:20 (3°).

Figure 16 – Wind Regions




Table 9 – W1 Mount Selection – Wind Rating Chart

Where no Wind Rating is shown in Table 9, wind conditions are likely to be extreme, and expert advice should be sought from the local building authority.

Higher Wind Ratings are applicable to hill tops and slopes

For sites located in the zones marked M, T and O in the diagrams below, it may be necessary to use a higher wind rating.

Figure 17 – Hill Zones

Estimate the height and slope of the hill and the relative position (Hill Zone) of the site to determine the Exposure Classification (T number) using Figure 17 above and Table 10 below.

Then use the Hill Index from Table 9 and the Exposure Classification from Table 10 to determine the Rating Increment from Table 11 below.

Add the Rating Increment to the Minimum Wind Rating from Table 9 to find the Wind Rating applicable to the site.




Table 10 – Exposure Classification

Exposure Classification

Hill Zone M

Hill Zone T Hill

Zone O Average

Hill Slope

H less than

10m

H between

10 & 30 m

H more than

30m

1:20 to 1:10 T0 T1 T1 T1 T0

1:10 to 1:7.5 T1 T1 T2 T2 T0

1:7.5 to 1:5 T1 T2 T2 T3 T1

1:5 to 1:3 T2 T2 T3 T4 T2

>1:3 T2 T3 T4 T5 T3

Table 11 – Rating Increment

Rating Increment

Exposure Classification

Hill Index T0 T1 T2 T3 T4 T5

H1 0 0 +1 +1 +1 +2

H2 0 0 +1 +1 +2 +2

H3 0 0 +1 +1 +2 -

H4 0 0 +1 +1 - -

H5 0 0 +1 - - -

H6 0 0 - - - -

H7 0 +1 +1 +1 +2 +3

H8 0 +1 +1 +2 +2 -

H9 0 +1 +1 +2 - -

H10 0 +1 +1 - - -

H11 0 +1 - - - -




For example, a 4 storey MDU located half-way up a 50 metre hill with a slope of 1:10 in Region B has a minimum Wind Rating of N4 and a Hill Index of H8 (Table 9). It is situated in Zone M according to Figure 17. Its Exposure Classification according to Table 10 is T1 (take the worst case for the slope). By Table 11, the Rating Increment is +1. Therefore the Wind Rating for the site is N4 +1 = N5.

Where no Rating Increment is shown in Table 4, wind conditions are likely to be extreme, and expert advice should be sought from the local building authority.

Note: *Refer to manufacturer for appropriate mount.

Refer to the following Australian Standards and Codes.

Wind class and wind speed have been upgraded from the specified region categories listed in the standards.

AS/NZS1170.0:2002 Structural design actions Part 0: General Principles

AS/NZS1170.1:2002 Structural design actions Part 1: Permanent imposed and other actions

AS/NZS1170.2:2011 Structural design actions Part 2: Wind actions

AS4055-2012 Wind loads for housing

AS4100-1998 Steel structures

AS1720.1-2010 Timber Structures Part 1: Design methods

AS1684-2010 Residential timber framed construction

AS3700-2001 Masonry Structures

Note: No allowance has been made in structural design to comply with the provisions of AS/NZS1170.3:2003 Snow and ice actions or AS/NZS1170.3:2007 Earth quake actions

Important Note: For installations in the Northern Territory where different regulations apply, refer to the Building Notes on Satellite Dishes: http://www.lands.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/8193/45.pdf

http://www.lands.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/8193/45.pdf




4.2.2. Location of Mount

For the FOXTEL satellite installation to work correctly there must be a clear Line of Sight to the FOXTEL satellite. Locations with a limited Line of Sight can result in intermittent or complete loss of signal. There should be no obstructions, for example, trees or parts of buildings in the signal path. An inclinometer should be used to survey the signal path to ensure a clear Line of Sight. If there is any uncertainty as to whether the Line of Sight will remain clear in the future (due to vegetation growth), use a different mount location.

4.2.3. Mount and Dish Placement

Placement of the mount for the dish on a building is aesthetically important and an essential part of the design for all existing buildings. A photo of the proposed mount/dish location is to be added to the Scope of Work document, thus ensuring the Client, for example, the Body Corporate, knows where the dish will be located before they sign off on the Scope of Work and design. Figure 18 provides guidance on the preferred mount and dish location where number 1 is the most preferred location (towards back of building) and 4 (front/side of building) is the least preferred option.

Figure 18 – Preferred Dish Locations

Note: The dish should not be located at the front of the building unless it has been clearly identified in the Scope of Work documentation submitted to the Body Corporate (or equivalent).

Note: Where the mount is installed on either a pre-cast concrete slab, block or wall, or a pre-mixed concrete slab, block or wall, the mount anchorage points must be greater than 300mm from any corner or edge of the slab, block or wall.

4.3. Roofing

Where necessary, clip-lock tin roof sheets (on flat roofs) may be removed for running cable through roof. If removed, ensure the roof sheet is re-clipped back into its original position.

CAUTION: Any damage caused through this action remains the responsibility of the Contracting company and/or the Customer Service Technician.

If sarking (water resistant foil membrane used for insulation) needs to be penetrated, carefully cut the sarking along the joist and repair using sarking tape.




4.4. Installation of Satellite Dish near Solar Panels

When considering installing a satellite dish near solar panels, install the satellite dish at a minimum distance shown in the table 12 to prevent shadowing of the solar panels. At no stage should any part of the Foxtel installation be able to cast a shadow over any part of the customer’s solar panels. Solar panels are normally connected in series, where each circuit of panels is called a string. Solar inverters convert the output of the entire string however, if one of the panels is shaded, it restricts current and reduces the output of the entire string. By adhering to this requirement, customer complaints would be avoided therefore preventing any unnecessary Service Calls to relocate the satellite dish.

Where the minimum distance from the edge of the solar panel to the highest point of the dish cannot be achieved, choose an alternative location.

Table 12 – Solar Panel Minimum Distance Guide

State Location

Latitude Degree South

Winter +15

degree

Distance x

Height

1M to top of dish

1.5M to top of dish

2M to top of dish

QLD Somerset 10.81 25.81 2 2 3 4

N.T Darwin 12.5 27.5 2 2 3 4

QLD Cairns 16.92 31.92 2 2 3 4

W.A Broom 17.96 32.96 2 2 3 4

QLD Brisbane 27.5 42.5 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

W.A Geraldton 28 43 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

W.A Perth 31.9 46.9 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

NSW Sydney 33.9 48.9 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

S.A Adelaide 34.9 49.9 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

ACT Canberra 35.28 50.28 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

VIC Melbourne 37.8 52.8 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

TAS Hobart 42.9 57.9 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

TAS Southport 43.5 58.5 2.5 2.5 3.8 5

This table can be used as a guide for minimum distance from the highest point of the satellite dish to the edge of the solar panels. Worst case scenarios have been catered for in a magnetic north direction to allow for the lower angle of the sun in the winter months. The table provides a broad spectrum of angles from Northern Australia to the bottom end of Tasmania. Choose the closest location to your installation as a guide to the minimum distance required.




Appendix E. Glossary of Terms

Term/Acronym Description

SMS Satellite Multistacker

No PDR Existing twin backbone single lateral backbone with a “No PDR” installation status

SOW Scope of Works




Appendix F. Reference Documents

For further information on Foxtel’s dish sizes and other installation requirements, refer to the following documentation.

FOXTEL MANAGEMENT PTY LIMITED

Satellite Installation Manual – SIM for

Multi-Dwelling Units Multi-Residential Estates and

Commercial Installations

FD/T/E/2207

