Blonder Tongue BIDA 55A-50 / 5800-55 M2 2-Way Broadband Distribution Amplifier Description: The BIDA 5800 and 5900 Series are professional, two-way broadband indoor distribution amplifiers. These amplifiers are ideal for multi-channel RF distribution systems for which the input source is a "cable drop" or the output of a MATV/SMATV/CATV headend. The BIDA 5800 Series features models having RF bandwidths of 550, 750, 860 and 1000 MHz (this unit is a 550 MHz unit). Push-pull is the hybrid-technology used in this model. The unit is equipped for 2-way operation. The 5800 series has a 36/49 MHz (reverse/forward) split. The factory configuration is for passive return path operation. Active return path operation can easily be accomplished by reconfiguring a few internal jumpers. The BIDA 5800/5900 Series utilizes an external power transformer providing 26 VAC to the amplifier. This enables the amplifiers to be remotely powered via low voltage AC wiring should a 120 VAC electrical outlet not be in close proximity to the desired amplifier location. BIDA-55A-50 Specifications: Frequency Range: 49 - 550 MHz Gain: 50 dB Flatness: 0.75 dB Gain Control Range: 10 dB Slope Control Range: 8 dB Input Return Loss: 16 dB Output Return Loss: 16 dB Noise Figure: 7.5 dB No. of Channels (for CSO, CTB XMD): 77 Output Level: 36/44 dBmV Composite Triple Beat (CTB): -63 dB Crossmodulation (XMOD): -60 dB 2nd Order Composite (CSO): -65 dB Impedance: 75 ? Hum Modulation: -70 dB Input/Output Test Port Level: -30 dB; 2 dB Input/Output Test Port Return Loss: 20 dB Operating Temperature Range: -20C to +60C Power Requirements: Wall Transformer - 105-130 VAC, 60 Hz, 0.38 Amp max. Dimensions: 10.5" L x 7.25" W x 3.25" H (264 cm x 18.42 cm x 8.26 cm) Weight: 6 lbs. (2.7 kg) Integrated Active Return Path Specifications: Frequency Range: 5 - 36 MHz Gain: 20 dB Flatness: 0.5 dB (Reference to +1 dB tilt) Gain Control Range: 18 dB Slope Control Range: N/A Input Return Loss: 16 dB Output Return Loss: 16 dB Noise Figure: 6.0 dB No. of Channels (for CSO, CTB XMD): 3 Output Level: 36/44 dBmV Composite Triple Beat (CTB): -60 dB Crossmodulation (XMOD): -60 dB 2nd Order Composite (CSO): -60 dB Hum Modulation: -65 dB