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LDL206LP

 - 6 Way Remote Powered Amplifier 

LDL208LP

 - 8 Way Remote Powered Amplifier

 

(with DigiLink IR return paths)

For further information or any queries please contact

Customer Careline: 08457 573 479

 

(Local rate – UK only)

Technical Support: www.philex.com/support

2 –Year Guarantee

Your amplifier is guaranteed against faulty components or poor workmanship for a 

period of two years from the date of purchase. 

This guarantee does not cover accidental or malicious damage (Including damage from 

natural causes such as lightening) and will be invalidated by installation or use other 

than in accordance with these instructions, repair or attempted repair other than by the 

manufacturer, or open or removal of the case. This does affect your statutory rights. 

Labgear Reserve the right to modify their designs or specifications, In the light of future 

developments, without prior notice. Performance figures quoted are typical and subject 

to normal manufacturing and service tolerances

Installation Instructions

Introduction

These fully screened 6 and 8 way TV and FM/DAB  

amplifiers are line powered by the separate PSUF  

power unit supplied. This allows the amplifiers to be 

positioned anywhere in the building as long as they  

are connected with good quality coax cable to the  

power unit. This makes them ideal for installation in  

lofts where no 13 Amp power supply is available.

The amplifiers have IR return paths on all outlets making them fully  

compatible with Labgear DigiLink and other similar remote control systems.  

This makes them perfect for use in digital satellite home  

installations, where the output from a digibox™ can be 

distributed to several rooms with the capability for full  

remote control of the digibox™ in these rooms.  

The addition of a number of MRX955 DigiLink remote  

‘eyes’ in the relevant rooms completes the installation.  

Alternatively the products may be used as traditional distribution  

amplifiers without making use of the infra red capability.

Separate inputs are provided for UHF TV (470-790 MHz) and for FM/DAB (47-300 MHz).  

Remote capability is provided over a 5-15 MHz RF return path. 

All amplifier outputs are line powered at 9V DC to supply remote infra-red receivers. The line power 

at any output(s) can be short-circuited safely, without affecting the operation of any other output(s).

Both units are also suitable for direct amplification of digital terrestrial TV (Freeview™) signals and 

the UHF input can be connected directly to a UHF antenna instead of a satellite receiver.  

When connected directly to a UHF aerial the integrated filter will remove any signals from Lte 800 4G 

mobile phone transmitters picked up by the attached aerial. 

Please Note:

 These amplifiers are NOT COMPATIBLE with the Labgear Handylink Remote control 

extender system (MRX120). These amplifiers do not provide line-power for masthead preamplifiers.

Applications

Applications include the following:

•  Simple multipoint distribution of radio and TV signals, without remote control.  

  This will allow quick and easy addition of an IR control at a later date;

•  Use in conjunction with a Sky Digibox™ or other unit with an IR-return enabled RF output.  

  An MRX955 DigiLink room kit will be required for each room from which remote control  

  is needed (because the Digibox can decode the IR return signals directly, this application 

  does not require any base unit or IR re-emitters).

Example application diagram is shown on page 2.

Please Note: when using these amplifiers with a Sky Digibox, the amplifier must be fed from 
RF OUT-2 socket of the Digibox. However if the RF Channel is set to 61 or above (68 is usually 
the default channel) you will need to reset it to a channel from 21-60 in the Digibox Setup 
Menu (see bottom of page 3). Later Digibox models such as the Sky+HD 2TB are not fitted  
with an RF OUT2 output and you will need an I/O link to distribute signals from the Digibox  
to other TVs.

To view satellite RF2 output TVs require an analogue tuner.

General Safety Precautions

To Prevent Overheating

The recommended clearances and other precautions given in these instructions must be 

observed to prevent overheating. In addition, units should not be positioned where they 

are likely to become covered by curtains/fabrics or thermal insulation materials in a roof 

space or similar building void. The unit should not be left resting on a carpet.

Other Precautions

These appliances are not waterproof. They are for indoor use only and must not be posi-

tioned where they could be exposed to dripping or splashing water. Objects containing 

liquids should not be placed on or near the appliance. To prevent risk of fire, keep the 

unit and attached wiring well away from naked flames.

Fitted Mains Plug

These power supplies are fitted with a standard fixed plug. If this is not suitable, refer 

to the instructions below. If you need to change the fuse in this plug, a 3 Amp fuse to 

BS1362 carrying the ASTA or BSI approved mark must be used.  

Always re-fit the plastic fuse carrier when replacing the fuse.

Changing the Plug

If the fitted mains plug is not suitable for the socket outlet in use, it should be cut off 

and an appropriate new plug fitted. Any instruction supplied with the plug should be 

followed. The Brown wire must be connected 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 grip 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. Caution: The old plug should be disposed of promptly since it would be 

dangerous if plugged into a live socket.

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Installation Instructions

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Waste electrical products should not 

be disposed of with household waste. 

Please recycle where facilities exist. 

Check with your Local Authority for 

recycling advice.

 

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