Real Freedom | Fiber Antenna Extender Product Manual
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Power requirements
The following table summarizes the power requirements for a Real Freedom Fiber Antenna Extender.
Table 2: Power requirements
Specification
Details
Power
9
–36 V DC
Consumption
Each fiber unit consumes about 8.5 W. Note this does not include
any peripherals connected to the remote unit such as a
downconverter and data transmitter.
The recommended power supply for a SMPTE fiber base unit is
Mean-Well GST90A24-P1M (24 V 90 W). This provides sufficient
power for a fiber base and fiber remote with two downconverters
and a data transmitter connected.
Note that the remote unit requires a power supply for fiber lengths of greater than two kilometers.
When using SMPTE, the remote unit does not need power unless the fiber length exceeds two kilometers. If
you are using other fiber connectors, for example, ST or LC, then these do not include a means for power
insertion over the fiber and the remote unit must be powered locally.
Unpack the fiber antenna extender
Unpack the Real Freedom Fiber Antenna Extender and refer to the packing list to ensure that all items are
included. Report any missing items immediately to the Real Freedom Team.
Inspect the base and remote units for signs of damage. Report any damage to the Real Freedom Team.
Additional items required for installation
To install the Real Freedom Fiber Antenna Extender, you will require the following additional items:
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9
–36 V DC power supplies with XLR-4 male connector.
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The other components of your Real Freedom installation, which may include one or more receivers,
downconverters, data transmitters, camera back transmitters and cameras, and active UHF splitters.
Cable requirements
To install the Real Freedom Fiber Antenna Extender, you will require the following cables:
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Fiber cable with appropriate connectors.
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Coaxial cables with BNC connectors.
It is recommended that you use good quality cable with the correct impedance: All fiber connections are
75 Ohm.
Pole mount a fiber base or remote unit
The Real Freedom Fiber Base and Fiber Remote units are supplied with a removable mounting bracket
which allows you to mount either unit to a pole for temporary or permanent installation. The mounting bracket
can be secured to vertical or horizontal poles of between 1.44 and 2.68 inch (36.5 to 68 mm) in diameter.
Precautions
You should read these precautions before you pole mount a fiber base unit and/or fiber remote unit.
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Before attaching a fiber base or fiber remote unit to a pole or camera mount, ensure that the pole can
support the weight of the unit (1.8 lb. / 0.82 kg), antenna, attached cables, and any other devices that you
intend to attach to the pole. This is particularly important if you intend to attach the unit to the end of the
pole.
