Chapter
4
Cabling, connections, and grounding
This chapter illustrates where the antenna IFL transmit/receive (TX/RX) connector is
located, describes how to route the IFL cable at the antenna, and explains how to
connect the IFL cable to the radio assembly. You must connect this cable before you
can point the antenna at the JUPITER satellite.
Cabling requirements
For a list of approved coaxial cable types for the IFL cable that runs between the
antenna and the satellite modem, see the Hughes FSB,
IFL Cable, Approved List
(with lengths) for JUPITER/HTXXXX Domestic Installations
(FSB 120909_01). The
FSB lists the maximum cable length for each approved cable type for all relevant
radio types.
Because it is impossible to predict the requirements specific to each installation site,
you must use your own judgment and best practices to determine how to route the
IFL cable.
Coaxial cables and connectors can corrode if exposed to moisture. Use only
compression type connectors, and weatherproof them with dielectric grease
and weatherproofing tape.
Note:
For connector and ground block requirements, see the Hughes FSB,
HN
Broadband Requirements for RG-6 and RG-11 Cable Connectors, Ground
Blocks and Ground Block Location
(FSB 50518_01).
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