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Figure 13 illustrates the segmented return plug-in board.
Figure 13
Segmented return board
IN2 |
IN1
J7 |
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C11 | R5 |
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R8 |
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R7 | R6 |
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C10 | C12 |
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J6
TX2
J5
R9
SM
C7
R3
R10
R11
J4
R2
C6
J3
C1
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TX1
Figure 14 illustrates the signal flow through the segmented return board:
Figure 14
Segmented return board – signal flow
TX2 Pad IN2
TX1 IN1
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Loss = 0.9 dB | ||
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To set up the segmented return option:
1Confirm that dual
2Confirm that a segmented return board is installed in the return configuration locations 2 and 3 as illustrated in Figure 11.
3Connect an RF cable from connector TX1 on the segmented return board in configuration location 2 to CH B of the
4Connect an RF cable from connector TX2 on the segmented return board in configuration location 2 to CH A of the
5Connect an RF cable from connector TX1 on the segmented return board in configuration location 3 to CH B of the
6Connect an RF cable from connector TX2 on the segmented return board in configuration location 3 to CH A of the
The RF cable should be approximately eight inches long and have red boots on the connector signifying the return path.
7If necessary, connect the appropriate return RF cables from the
8Ensure that the PIC cable is properly connected to the lid and power distribution board in the housing base.