Comtech EF Data HPOD, Installation And Operation Manual

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HPOD C-, X-, Ku-Band High-Power Outdoor Amplifier
Revision 9
External Connectors and Pinouts 2–4 MN/HPOD.IOM
2.3 RF Signal Interface Connector Group
2.3.1 ‘J1 | RF IN’ Connector
The ‘J1 | RF IN’ (Input) connector is a Type ‘N’ female. Typical input levels (-30 dBm) depend
on desired output power and unit attenuation. To prevent damage to the HPOD SSPA, RF input
levels should not 15 dBm.
2.3.2 ‘J2 | RF OUT’ Connector
WARNING! For safety reasons, never look directly into the waveguide output.
The ‘J2 | RF OUT’ (Output) connector is a waveguide interface. The flange that is used depends
on the frequency range of the unit.
Table 2-2. ‘J2 | RF OUT’ Waveguide Output Flange
Unit Frequency Band Waveguide Flange
C CPR137G
X CPR112G
Ku WR75G