
User Manual
Appendix
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B.3
Use of a Splitter or Distribution (band) Amplifier
When multiple IRDs are receiving their signal from one satellite dish, a passive splitter or
active distribution amplifier/splitter can be used. The following figure displays signal reception
for multiple IRDs.
Figure B-2:
Basic Set Up For IRDs Sharing One Satellite Reception Dish
Satellite
Satellite dish
Scopus IRD
Frequency range of
satellite signal:
10 GHz to 13 GHz
approx.
Distribution Amplifier
(e.g. 850 MHz .. 2000 MHz)
Input Frequency Range
950 Mhz .. 2150Mhz
LNB
Scopus IRD