Taps
Taps are created similar to multi-way splitters except that rather than defining the number of outputs, you must define the number of ports.
Enter Tap Specifications
- From the spec menu, select Devices > Taps > New Series.
- The New Tap Series dialog box opens.
- Enter the series Name, Mfg (manufacturer) and number of ports.
- Click Add.
- The Tap Attributes dialog box opens.
- Enter the model Name, Part #, and Cost.
- Select the Cell to represent this device.
- Activate the Self Term check box to identify self terminating tap.
- Enter Loss levels for each frequency on the ports and thru outputs.
- If Multiply Current draw by Pow Cnt is checked, all Drop settings will be ignored.
- Checking the Power Port box indicates that a power jumper can be connected to it.
- Enter the Tap power requirements.
- Click Add to save a new entry or Update to update an existing tap.
- To define additional taps, select New/Edit > New Model.