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1.3The Satellite Receiver

1.3.1Typical Satellite System

The RX8000 Series Receiver is a component of the MPEG-4 AVC/ MPEG-2/DVB compliant range of Ericsson equipment. They are designed for use by broadcasters and distributors of video, audio and data Services over satellite.

Figure 1.1 Typical Satellite Compression System

1.3.2Input Connections

The Satellite Receiver interfaces directly to a Low-Noise Block (LNB) and accepts an intermediate frequency (IF) input in the band 950 - 2150 MHz (L-band) for operation in the specified symbol-rate range (see Annex B, Technical Specification). The unit can provide DC power and polarization switching to the LNB.

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