This amplified splitter is optimized for use with all satellite radio
systems. It includes the adapters, cables and accessories to permit operation of
multiple (up to eight) satellite radios from a single antenna. In order to
maintain the proper RF link budget for the radio, the splitter loss at 2.35 GHz
has been compensated by an internal amplifier. This amplifier is powered by the
DC voltage that is supplied by any of the radios connected to its output. The
splitter will pass the DC voltage supplied by a radio at any output port to the
splitter input port. This will provide power to any antenna connected to this
port for the antenna’s internal low-noise amplifier (LNA). Standard RG-6 cable
with male F-connectors (not supplied) can be used to extend the output cable
lengths.
The splitter has 8 dB of excess gain to permit output extensions of up to 70
feet. If cable extensions greater than 70 feet are desired, we recommend using
Pixel Model SBA-1 line extension amplifier(s) with the splitter. One amplifier
(for example) placed at the input of the splitter will permit total cable
lengths of up to 200 feet from each individual output port to the radios.
This splitter has been designed with an output impedance that replicates that of
a satellite radio antenna so the radio will operate in its normal mode without
the need for external impedance terminating devices. Unused output ports do not
have to be terminated for proper operation.
Note: For operation in close proximity to high power satellite radio
terrestrial repeaters. Please use the supplied 20 Db attenuator on the input of
the splitter to avoid amplifier overload. Otherwise this attenuator is not
required.
Includes:
- 2 Amplified Splitter
- 8 F-female to SMB-plug cable (3 feet)
- 8 F-71 F-male to F-male coupler
- 2 20 dB power passing attenuator
- 2 SMB-jack to F-male adapter
- 2 12" RG-6 coax cable
- 4 mounting screws
Specifications:
- Splitter Gain at 2.335 GHz (4.5 VDC): 8 dB min
- Max noise figure: 3 dB
- Max input signal: -10 dBm (with supplied 20 dB attenuator @ 4.5 VDC)
- Will operate outdoors or indoors
- Temperature range: - 40º C to + 60º C
- Current consumption: 40 -100 milliamps
- DC power passing, all ports diode protected
- DC voltage drop (output to input): 0.5 VDC typical
- Dimensions: 3.0” W x 0.86” H x 1.83” D
Compatible with both XM Satellite Radio and Sirius Satellite Radio.