Ceragon FibeAir IP-20C-HP User manual

Installation Guide
FibeAir® IP-20C-HP
June 2019 | Rev B.03
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Any changes or modifications of equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment and the warranty for such equipment.
Intended Use/Limitation
Fixed point-to-point radio links for private networks.
Authorized to Use
Only entities with individual authorization from the National Regulator to operate the mentioned radio equipment.
The equipment can be used in the following EU countries:
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Table of Contents
1. Before You Start ..................................................................................................... 10
1.1 Important Notes ........................................................................................................................ 10
1.2 Safety Precautions & Declared Material.................................................................................... 10
1.2.1 Public and Occupational Boundary Distances Under Article 3.1(a) of the RE Directive ............ 10
1.2.2 General Equipment Precautions................................................................................................ 10
1.2.3 Précautions générales relatives à l'équipement........................................................................ 11
1.2.4 Allgemeine Vorsichtsmaßnahmen für die Anlage ..................................................................... 11
1.3 Pre-Installation Instructions ...................................................................................................... 12
1.3.1 Packing....................................................................................................................................... 12
1.3.2 Transportation and Storage....................................................................................................... 12
1.3.3 Unpacking .................................................................................................................................. 12
1.3.4 Inspection .................................................................................................................................. 12
2. FibeAir IP-20C-HP Overview .................................................................................... 13
2.1 IP-20C-HP Hardware Overview.................................................................................................. 14
2.1.1 IP-20C-HP Interfaces.................................................................................................................. 15
2.2 System Components –Diplexer-Based Branching..................................................................... 16
2.2.1 Diplexer-Based Branching –Radio Components ....................................................................... 16
2.2.2 Diplexer-Based Branching –Branching Components ................................................................ 17
2.2.3 Diplexer-Based Branching –Accessory Components ................................................................ 19
2.3 System Components –Channel Filter-Based Branching............................................................ 20
2.4 IP-20C-HP Models and Marketing Models ................................................................................ 22
2.4.1 Marketing Models for Radio Unit .............................................................................................. 22
2.4.2 Marketing Models for Diplexer Unit.......................................................................................... 23
2.4.3 Marketing Models for Mediation Devices in Diplexer-Based Branching ................................... 24
2.4.4 Marketing Models for OCU Unit................................................................................................ 25
2.4.5 Marketing Models for Mediation Devices in Channel Filter-Based Branching .......................... 26
2.5 Antenna Connection .................................................................................................................. 27
2.6 Power Specifications.................................................................................................................. 28
2.6.1 Electrical Requirements............................................................................................................. 28
2.6.2 Power Connection Options........................................................................................................ 28
2.6.3 Important Notes! ....................................................................................................................... 28
2.7 Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................... 28
3. Grounding the IP-20C-HP Unit ................................................................................. 29
4. Cable Installation and Grounding............................................................................. 31
4.1 Minimum and Maximum Cable Diameter ................................................................................. 31
4.2 Grounding the Cables ................................................................................................................ 31
4.3 Power Source............................................................................................................................. 33
4.4 Surge Protection ........................................................................................................................ 34
4.5 Available Cable Options............................................................................................................. 34
4.5.1 Fiber Optic Cables - Single Mode............................................................................................... 34

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4.5.2 Fiber Optic Cables - Multi Mode................................................................................................ 35
4.5.3 DC Cable and Connector............................................................................................................ 35
4.5.4 Cables for MIMO Connections................................................................................................... 35
4.5.5 Ethernet Cable and Specifications ............................................................................................. 36
4.6 Securing the Cables ................................................................................................................... 40
4.7 Special Instructions for use of Glands ....................................................................................... 41
4.7.1 General Installation Procedure.................................................................................................. 42
4.8Connecting an Optical Fiber Cable and SFP ............................................................................... 47
4.9 Connecting a DC Power Cable ................................................................................................... 51
4.10 Connecting the Ethernet Cable.................................................................................................. 54
4.10.1 Preparing the Ethernet Cable and Plug-in Field......................................................................... 54
4.10.2 Preparing the Ethernet Cable Already Assembled .................................................................... 57
4.10.3 Connection of Ethernet Cable to IP-20C-HP .............................................................................. 58
4.11 Management Connection for 4x4 MIMO and 1+1/2+2 HSB Configurations ............................. 59
4.11.1 Preparing a MIMO/Protection Signaling Cable.......................................................................... 59
4.11.2 Connecting the MIMO/Protection Splitters and Protection Signaling Cable............................. 60
5. General Notes Concerning All Installation Procedures .............................................. 61
6. Installation Instructions for Configurations with Diplexer-Based Branching .............. 62
6.1 Torque Requirements................................................................................................................ 62
6.2 General Radio Installation ......................................................................................................... 63
6.3 Installing the Diplexer on the Radio .......................................................................................... 64
6.4 2+0 Dual Polarization Direct Mount .......................................................................................... 68
6.5 2+0 Dual Polarization Remote Mount ....................................................................................... 70
6.6 2+0 Single Polarization Direct Mount ........................................................................................ 75
6.7 2+2 HSB Double Polarization Direct Mount............................................................................... 78
6.8 2+2 HSB Double Polarization Remote Mount............................................................................ 82
6.9 2+2 HSB Single Polarization Direct Mount................................................................................. 89
6.10 2 x 2+0 Dual Polarization Direct Mount..................................................................................... 93
6.11 2 x 2+0 Dual Polarization Remote Mount.................................................................................. 96
6.12 2 x 2+0 Single Polarization Direct Mount ................................................................................ 102
6.13 2+2 HSB Single Polarization Remote Mount............................................................................ 106
6.14 2x2 LoS MIMO Direct Mount ................................................................................................... 111
6.15 2x2 LoS MIMO Remote Mount ................................................................................................ 114
6.16 4x4 LoS MIMO Direct Mount ................................................................................................... 117
6.17 4+0 Single/Dual Polarization, Direct Mount ............................................................................ 120
6.18 4+0 with Dual Circulator Direct Mount ................................................................................... 127
6.19 4+0 Dual Polarization, Remote Mount ....................................................................................128
6.20 4+0 with Dual Circulator Remote Mount ................................................................................ 134

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6.21 Dual Circulator Multi-Carrier Kit Installation ........................................................................... 135
6.22 AFR 1+0 Hub Site ..................................................................................................................... 141
7. Installation Instructions for Configurations with Channel Filter-Based Branching .... 145
7.1 Channel Filter-Based Branching –Component Assembly........................................................145
7.1.1 Assembling the OCU Mounting Kit ..........................................................................................145
7.1.2 Assembling the OCU ................................................................................................................ 148
7.1.3 Assembling a Short U-Bend ..................................................................................................... 155
7.1.4 Assembling a Long U-Bend ......................................................................................................157
7.1.5 Assembling a Termination ....................................................................................................... 159
7.1.6 Assembling a Splitter or Coupler for Filter-Based Branching .................................................. 160
7.2 Channel Filter-Based Branching –Configurations ................................................................... 162
7.2.1 2+0 Single Polarization ............................................................................................................162
7.2.2 2+0 Dual Polarization............................................................................................................... 164
7.2.3 4+0 Single Polarization ............................................................................................................166
7.2.4 4+0 Dual Polarization............................................................................................................... 168
7.2.5 6+0 Single Polarization ............................................................................................................ 170
7.2.6 6+0 Dual Polarization............................................................................................................... 173
7.2.7 8+0 Single Polarization ............................................................................................................176
7.2.8 8+0 Dual Polarization............................................................................................................... 179
7.2.9 1+1 HSB.................................................................................................................................... 182
7.2.10 2+2 HSB Single Polarization ..................................................................................................... 185
7.2.11 2+2 HSB Dual Polarization ....................................................................................................... 190
8. Installing IP-20C-HP on Third-Party Antenna Adaptors ........................................... 193
8.1 Special Note on Converting ValuLine 3 Antennas ................................................................... 194
9. Appendix A: Acceptance & Commissioning Procedures .......................................... 195
9.1 Site Acceptance Procedure...................................................................................................... 196
9.2 Site Acceptance Checklist Notes..............................................................................................199
9.3 Radio Link Commissioning Procedure ..................................................................................... 201
9.3.1 Scope ....................................................................................................................................... 201
9.3.2 Commissioning Test.................................................................................................................201
9.4 IP-20 Commissioning Log.........................................................................................................202

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List of Figures
Figure 1: IP-20C-HP Rear View (Left) and Front View (Right) ........................................................... 14
Figure 2: Cable Gland Construction .................................................................................................. 14
Figure 3: IP-20C-HP Interfaces .......................................................................................................... 15
Figure 4: IP-20C-HP Radio Unit ......................................................................................................... 16
Figure 5: IP-20C-HP Diplexer Unit ..................................................................................................... 16
Figure 6: OMT ................................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 7:Space Diversity Branching Device....................................................................................... 17
Figure 8: Splitter................................................................................................................................ 18
Figure 9: Dual Coupler/Splitter/Circulator........................................................................................ 18
Figure 10: Remote Pole Mount......................................................................................................... 19
Figure 11: Remote Pole Mount Adaptor........................................................................................... 19
Figure 12: IP-20C-HP OCU Unit ......................................................................................................... 20
Figure 13: IP-20C-HP Branching Pole Profile (Part of IP-20C-HP Filters Remote Mount Kit)............ 20
Figure 14: Short U-Bend.................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 15: Long U-Bend..................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 16: Splitter/Coupler ............................................................................................................... 21
Figure 17: Termination...................................................................................................................... 21
Figure 18: Cable Grounding .............................................................................................................. 31
Figure 19: Cable Design..................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 20: Tightening the Front Portion of the Gland ...................................................................... 46
Figure 21: Tightening the Rear Portion of the Gland........................................................................ 46
Figure 22: MIMO/Protection Signaling Cable Pinouts ...................................................................... 59
Figure 23: 4x4 MIMO or HSB Protection Configuration with External Management....................... 60
Figure 24: Transparent Pressure Windows....................................................................................... 61
Figure 25: IP-20C-HP Installation –Radio and Diplexers Unit Pre-Assembled ................................. 63
Figure 26: Fitting the Diplexer Unit to the Radio Unit - Radio Side ................................................. 65
Figure 27: Fitting the Diplexer Unit to the Radio Unit - Diplexer Unit Side ..................................... 65
Figure 28: Radio and Diplexer Units Together.................................................................................. 66
Figure 29: Hook and Carrying Handle ............................................................................................... 66
Figure 30: Securing the Diplexer Unit to the Radio Unit .................................................................. 67
Figure 31: Remote Pole Mount Kit –6-11 GHz................................................................................. 73
Figure 32: Remote Pole Mount Kit –4-5 GHz................................................................................... 73
Figure 33: Remote Pole Mount Kit –6-11 GHz................................................................................. 73
Figure 34: Remote Pole Mount Kit –4-5 GHz................................................................................... 73

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Figure 35: 6 GHz –Mounting the First Adaptor................................................................................ 98
Figure 36: 6 GHz –Mounting the Second Adaptor ........................................................................... 98
Figure 37: Mounting the Single Adaptor for 7, 8, 10, and 11 GHz.................................................... 99
Figure 38: 4+0 with Dual Circulator Direct Mount.......................................................................... 127
Figure 39: Left Rail Configuration ................................................................................................... 150
Figure 40: Right Rail Configuration ................................................................................................. 150
Figure 41: Left and Right Rail Configurations Together.................................................................. 151
Figure 42: Attaching the Radio to the OCU..................................................................................... 151
Figure 43: Order of Fastening Screws............................................................................................. 151
Figure 44: Angling the OCU Rail Underneath the Nose of the Branching Pole Profile ................... 152
Figure 45: Final Position of OCU-Radio Locked into Branching Pole Profile................................... 152
Figure 46: Securing the OCU-Radio Unit to the Branching Pole Profile.......................................... 153
Figure 47: Raising the Assembly Via Crane..................................................................................... 154

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List of Tables
Table 1: IP-20C-HP Radio Unit Marketing Model Placeholders........................................................ 22
Table 2: IP-20C-HP Radio Unit Marketing Model Example............................................................... 22
Table 3: IP-20C-HP Diplexer Unit Marketing Model Placeholders.................................................... 23
Table 4: Diplexer Unit Marketing Model Examples .......................................................................... 23
Table 5: Marketing Models for Mediation Devices (Diplexer-Based Branching).............................. 24
Table 6: Antenna Circ. Adapters for OMT......................................................................................... 24
Table 7: Placeholder Definitions for OCU Marketing Models........................................................... 25
Table 8: IP-20C-HP OCU Marketing Model Example......................................................................... 25
Table 9: IP-20C-HP Branching Unit Marketing Models..................................................................... 26
Table 10: Antenna Flanges................................................................................................................ 27
Table 11: Grounding Cable................................................................................................................ 29
Table 12: Cable Grounding Kit .......................................................................................................... 31
Table 13: Fiber Optic Cables - Single Mode ...................................................................................... 34
Table 14: Fiber Optic Cables - Multi Mode ....................................................................................... 35
Table 15: DC Cable and Connector ................................................................................................... 35
Table 16: Cables for MIMO Connections .......................................................................................... 35
Table 17: Ethernet Cable and Specifications .................................................................................... 36
Table 18: Ethernet Cable Color Code................................................................................................ 37
Table 19: Cable Clamps..................................................................................................................... 40
Table 20: Glands Kit .......................................................................................................................... 41
Table 21: Gland Caps......................................................................................................................... 41
Table 22: Materials for Preparing Ethernet Data Cables .................................................................. 54
Table 23: 3rd-Party Adaptors ........................................................................................................... 193

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About This Guide
This guide describes the FibeAir IP-20C installation procedures and provides additional information
concerning system parts and frequency bands.
What You Should Know
For the warranty to be honored, install the unit in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
Target Audience
This guide contains technical information about IP-20C installation, and is intended for use by qualified
Ceragon technical personnel at all levels.
Related Documents
•FibeAir IP-20C-HP Technical Description
•FibeAir IP-20 All-Outdoor User Guide
•IP-20 Series MIB Reference

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1. Before You Start
1.1 Important Notes
•For the warranty to be honored, install the unit in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
•Any changes or modifications of equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment and the warranty for such equipment.
•IP-20C-HP is intended for installation in a restricted access location.
•IP-20C-HP must be installed and permanently connected to protective earth by qualified service
personnel in accordance with applicable national electrical codes.
1.2 Safety Precautions & Declared Material
1.2.1 Public and Occupational Boundary Distances Under Article 3.1(a) of the
RE Directive
Based on the highest nominal output power of the IP-20C-HP:
•The public exposure of compliance boundary distance is 24.6m.
•The occupational exposure of compliance boundary distance is 4.9m. This is the worst case for the
highest nominal output power, using antennas up to 3 ft. For all other configurations, the
compliance boundary distance is 0.
Note that even when the compliance boundary is a non-zero value, this only applies
within the bore sight of the antenna dish. Therefore, during work within and close to
the front of the antenna, make sure the transmitters are turned off. As long as the
transmitters are turned off during any work on the system, the occupational exposure
limit is not of concern to workers operating in or around the parabolic dish antenna.
1.2.2 General Equipment Precautions
To avoid malfunctioning or personnel injuries, equipment or
accessories/kits/plug-in unit installation, requires qualified and trained personnel.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Ceragon Networks could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Where special cables, shields, adapters and grounding kits are supplied or
described in this manual, these items must be used, to comply with the FCC regulations.
Use of controls, adjustments, or performing procedures other than those
specified herein, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
When working with an IP-20C-HP, note the following risk of electric shock and
energy hazard:
Disconnecting one power supply disconnects only one power supply module. To isolate
the unit completely, disconnect all power supplies.

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Machine noise information order - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure level
amounts to 70 dB (A) or less, in accordance with ISO EN 7779.
Static electricity may cause body harm, as well as harm to electronic
components inside the device. Anyone responsible for the installation or maintenance
of the IP-20C-HP must use an ESD Wrist Strap. ESD protection measures must be
observed when touching the unit. To prevent damage, before touching components
inside the device, all electrostatic must be discharged from both personnel and tools.
In Norway and Sweden:
Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the building installation through the
mains connection or through other equipment with a connection to protective earthing
–and to a cable distribution system using coaxial cable, may in some circumstances
create a fire hazard. Connection to a cable distribution system has therefore to be
provided through a device providing electrical isolation below a certain frequency range
(galvanic isolator, see EN 60728-11).
Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via annet jordtilkoplet
utstyr –og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan forårsake brannfare. For å unngå dette skal
det ved tilkopling av utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en galvanisk isolator mellom
utstyret og kabel- TV nettet.
Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag och/eller via annan
utrustning och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV nät kan i vissa fall medfőra risk főr
brand. Főr att undvika detta skall vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät
galvanisk isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet.
1.2.3 Précautions générales relatives à l'équipement
L’utilisation de commandes ou de réglages ou l'exécution de procédures autres
que celles spécifiées dans les présentes peut engendrer une exposition dangereuse aux
rayonnements.
L’usage de IP-20C-HP s’accompagne du risque suivant d'électrocution et de
danger électrique : le débranchement d'une alimentation électrique ne déconnecte
qu'un module d'alimentation électrique. Pour isoler complètement l'unité, il faut
débrancher toutes les alimentations électriques.
Bruit de machine d’ordre - 3. GPSGV, le plus haut niveau de pression sonore
s'élève à 70 dB (A) au maximum, dans le respect de la norme ISO EN 7779.
1.2.4 Allgemeine Vorsichtsmaßnahmen für die Anlage
Wenn andere Steuerelemente verwendet, Einstellungen vorgenommen oder
Verfahren durchgeführt werden als die hier angegebenen, kann dies gefährliche
Strahlung verursachen.

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Beachten Sie beim Arbeiten mit IP-20C-HP das folgende Stromschlag- und
Gefahrenrisiko: Durch Abtrennen einer Stromquelle wird nur ein
Stromversorgungsmodul abgetrennt. Um die Einheit vollständig zu isolieren,
trennen Sie alle Stromversorgungen ab.
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel
beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß EN ISO 7779.
1.3 Pre-Installation Instructions
1.3.1 Packing
The equipment should be packed and sealed in moisture absorbing bags.
1.3.2 Transportation and Storage
The equipment cases are prepared for shipment by air, truck, railway and sea, suitable
for handling by forklift trucks and slings. The cargo must be kept dry during
transportation, in accordance with ETS 300 019-1-2, Class 2.3. For sea-transport, deck-
side shipment is not permitted. Carrier-owned cargo containers should be used.
It is recommended that the equipment be transported to the installation site in its
original packing case.
If intermediate storage is required, the packed equipment must be stored in a dry and cool
environment, and out of direct sunlight, in accordance with ETS 300 019-1-1, Class 1.2.
1.3.3 Unpacking
The equipment is packed in sealed plastic bags and moisture absorbing bags are
inserted. Any separate sensitive product, i.e. printed boards, are packed in anti-static
handling bags. The equipment is further packed in special designed cases.
Marking is done according to standard practice unless otherwise specified by customers.
The following details should be marked:
•Customers address
•Contract No
•Site name (if known)
•Case No
1.3.4 Inspection
Check the packing lists and ensure that correct parts numbers quantities of goods have
arrived. Inspect for any damage on the cases and equipment. Report any damage or
discrepancy to a Ceragon representative, by e-mail or fax.

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2. FibeAir IP-20C-HP Overview
FibeAir IP-20C-HP combines high TX power of up to 35 dBm with MultiCore radio
technology, QPSK to 2048 QAM modulation, and line-of-sight (LoS) 4x4 MIMO in a
compact, all-outdoor design.
IP-20C-HP is easily and quickly deployable compared with fiber, enabling operators to
achieve faster time to new revenue streams, lower total cost of ownership, and long-
term peace of mind.
IP-20C-HP’s MultiCore architecture enables operators to start with a single core with the
option of enabling the second core remotely when network capacity requirements
increase.
The 4x4 LoS MIMO feature adds yet another element of scalability, enabling operators
to quadruple capability with the addition of a single IP-20C-HP unit and antenna at each
end of the link while utilizing the same exact frequency channel with no network
replanning.
IP-20C-HP can be used with wide diplexer-based branching, enabling direct mount
installation. Diplexers can be used for direct mount configurations of up to 4+0.
IP-20C-HP can also be used with channel filter-based branching, enabling configurations
of up to 8+0 per polarization in remote mount and all-indoor configurations.
To maximize operational flexibility, both diplexers and channel filters are provided
separately for the radio units, enabling the diplexers or filters to be changed in the field
with minimal downtime and no risk of impairing the unit’s sealing.
To maximize operational flexibility, both diplexer covers and outdoor circulator units
(OCUs) are provided separately from the radio units, enabling the diplexer covers or
OCUs to be changed in the field with minimal downtime and no risk of impairing the
RFU’s sealing.

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2.1 IP-20C-HP Hardware Overview
IP-20C-HP features an all-outdoor dual-carrier architecture consisting of a single unit.
Figure 1: IP-20C-HP Rear View (Left) and Front View (Right)
Figure 2: Cable Gland Construction

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2.1.1 IP-20C-HP Interfaces
Figure 3: IP-20C-HP Interfaces
•Power Interface (-48V)
•Data Port 1 for GbE traffic:
◦Electric 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45)
•Data Port 2 for GbE traffic:
◦Optical 1000Base-X (SFP)
•Data Port 3/EXT
◦Optical: 1000Base-X (SFP)
◦Optical: Ceragon proprietary interface, if this port serves as an extension port for
data sharing.
•Management and Protection
◦Electric 10/100Base-T (RJ-45)
•2 RF Interfaces –Standard interface per frequency band
•RSL interface: Dual-pin connector
•Source sharing: TNC connector
•Grounding screw

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2.2 System Components – Diplexer-Based Branching
Note! Refer to the product roadmap for availability of IP-20C-HP in a specific band,
as well as the availability of any specific mediation device.
Presenting a specific component in this manual does not indicate that it is
available for ordering. Please consult with your pre-sales engineer for
specific component availability information.
2.2.1 Diplexer-Based Branching – Radio Components
Figure 4: IP-20C-HP Radio Unit
Figure 5: IP-20C-HP Diplexer Unit

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2.2.2 Diplexer-Based Branching – Branching Components
Figure 6: OMT
Figure 7:Space Diversity Branching Device

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Figure 8: Splitter
Figure 9: Dual Coupler/Splitter/Circulator

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2.2.3 Diplexer-Based Branching – Accessory Components
Figure 10: Remote Pole Mount
Figure 11: Remote Pole Mount Adaptor

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2.3 System Components – Channel Filter-Based Branching
Note! Refer to the product roadmap for availability of IP-20C-HP in a specific band,
as well as the availability of any specific mediation device.
Presenting a specific component in this manual does not indicate that it is
available for ordering. Please consult with your pre-sales engineer for
specific component availability information.
Rail
Body
Figure 12: IP-20C-HP OCU Unit
Figure 13: IP-20C-HP Branching Pole Profile
(Part of IP-20C-HP Filters Remote Mount Kit)
Figure 14: Short U-Bend
Figure 15: Long U-Bend