Comtech EF Data CST-5000 - Manual (Page 18)

Introduction CST-5000 C-Band Satellite Terminal
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1.1 Description
As a single thread system, the CST-5000 consists of the following assemblies (Figure 1-
1):
• Outdoor enclosure assembly (RFT-500)
• Low Noise Amplifier (LNA)
As a redundant system, the CST-5000 consists of the following assemblies:
• Two outdoor enclosure assemblies (RFT-500s)
• 1:1 redundant LNA plate (Figure 1-2)
• RSU-503 (Figure 1-3)
For more information on the RSU-503, refer to the RSU-503 Redundancy Switch Unit
Installation and Operation Manual.
Refer to Figure 1-4 for a block diagram of the CST-5000.
The CST-5000 meets all requirements for operation on both private and regional
domestic C-Band satellite networks.
Figure 1-2. 1:1 Redundant LNA Plate
Note: Pictured above are typical LNAs. Other LNAs are available, which can be ordered
from an EFData marketing representative.