Hughes Direcway DW6000 - Manual (Page 30)

Chapter 1 • Introduction
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Note: Coaxial cables with copper clad steel center conductor must have
the DC resistance of CommScope 5730 or less (32 ohms/1000 ft.). Also,
the cable run cannot exceed 100 feet.
Note: Do not use splitters.
Note: Use plenum grade cable only if the cable is to be run in plenum
space which is carrying return air for the air circulation system, or when
local laws require it.
Required cable specifications RG-11
Cable length from satellite
dish to computer Type of cable to be used
Receive Transmit
Up to 270 ft. RG-11 with copper clad
steel conductor
(CommScope 5916) RG-11 with copper clad
steel conductor
(CommScope 5916)
Required cable specifications Heliax
Cable length from satellite
dish to computer Type of cable to be used
Receive Transmit
Up to 1370 ft. 1/2-inch Heliax cable
(Andrew LDF4-75A or
equivalent) 1/2-inch Heliax cable
(Andrew LDF4-75A or
equivalent)
CAUTION
Remember to:
• Install 360° weatherproofing for all connections.
• Install drip loops when needed.
• Install service loops when needed.