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Installation Guide 84464 Rev. 2
The BDU back panel (left to right) has a Wi-Fi antenna connector, SIM Card slot, GPIO
connector, 10-32Volt DC input connector, 12Volt DC power input, antenna connector, and
chassis grounding lug.
Figure 1-5: BDU Back Panel Detail
ABOVE DECK UNIT (ADU)
The ADU (also referred to as antenna) is a standalone unit that connects to the BDU through a
single coaxial cable. DC power, RF transmit and receive signals, control data and GPS data are
communicated between the ADU and BDU using this single coaxial cable. Connect provided
cable to the antenna after installing the antenna and before connecting it to the BDU. The
connector is shown in Chapter 2.
Figure 1-6: ADU
Diameter 14.5" (36.8cm)
Height
7.8" (19.8cm)
Weight
6.5lbs (2.95kg)
ADU (Antenna)