Routing the cables at the ODU
Route the coaxial transmit and receive cables at the ODU as follows:
1.Route the transmit cable (marked with blue electrical tape) over the Az/El and reflector bracket assembly and behind the reflector to the back of the transmitter, in a configuration similar to that shown in Figure 38.
Do not exceed the minimum bending radius specified by the cable manufacturer.
Do not exceed the cable bending radius.
Secure cables with cable ties (not shown).
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Transmit cable
(marked with BLUE tape)
Radio
Transmitter
Receive cable (marked with RED tape)
Service loops for transmit and receive cables. Coiled, with drip loops.
Figure 38: Transmit and receive cable configurations
2.For the transmit cable, leave a
8 inches), secured to the mast, or Az/El mount assembly. This allows 10 ft for a service loop plus 32 inches for installation of a future
Do not leave the service loop on the roof or other mounting surface.
Do not block access to the adjustment nuts on the canister and Az/El mount assembly.
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Chapter 6 • Cabling and connections
