Comtech EF Data LPOD-R PS .5 Owner's manual

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information contained in this document supersedes all previously published
information regarding this product. Product specifications are subjectto change without prior notice.
Part Number MN-LPODR / CD-LPODR Revision 3
LPOD-R
Outdoor Amplifier / Block Up Converter (BUC)
LPOD-R PS .5
(Running FW-0020841 firmware only – see MN-LPODR Rev. 0 for
LPOD-R PS .5 running FW-0020765 firmware)
LPOD-R PS 1, PS 1.5
(Running FW-0020880 firmware)
Installation and Operation Manual
Part Number MN-LPODR / CD-LPODR
Revision 3

Copyright ©2016 Comtech EF Data. All rightsreserved. Printed in the
USA.ComtechEFData,2114West 7thStreet, Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA, 480.333.2200, FAX:
480.333.2161

ER-LPODR-EA3 Rev -
Errata A for MN-LPODR Rev 3
Comtech EF Data Documentation Update
Subject:
Chapter 1, Section 1.4.4, Power Supply, 2nd Bullet
Errata Part Number:
ER-LPODR-EA3 (Errata documents are not subject to revision.)
Comments:
The new information will be included in the next released revision of the manual.
Section 1.4.4 Power Supply
The LPOD-R features a power supply that is power factor corrected. It supplies several voltages
necessary for the unit to operate:
•The 10V power supply output state is controlled by circuitry within the RF module. If the RF
module does not have the –5.8V supply for any reason, it will not allow the 10V power supply to
turn on. This protects the power transistors within the RF module from failure due to improper
power supply sequencing.
•The +24V output powers the cooling fans and is the source of power for waveguide switching
when the SSPA is used in redundant configurations.
•The +5.8V, -5.8V, +7.8V and +13.5V outputs are used to operate the M&C board and other
overhead functions.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................III
TABLES .................................................................................................VIII
FIGURES .................................................................................................IX
PREFACE.................................................................................................XI
About this Manual.......................................................................................... xi
Related Documents .............................................................................................xi
Disclaimer............................................................................................................xi
Conventions and References.......................................................................... xii
Patents and Trademarks..................................................................................... xii
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and References ......................................................xii
Examples of Multi-Hazard Notices .................................................................... xiii
Recommended Standard Designations ............................................................. xiii
Safety and Compliance ................................................................................. xiii
Electrical Safety and Compliance ...................................................................... xiii
Installation Guidelines Regarding Power Line Quality................................... xiv
Product Support ............................................................................................ xv
Comtech EF Data Headquarters ..................................................................... xv
Warranty Policy............................................................................................. xv
Limitations of Warranty..................................................................................... xvi
Exclusive Remedies........................................................................................... xvii
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ...........................................................1–1
1.1 Overview .......................................................................................... 1–1
1.2 Functional Description ...................................................................... 1–1
1.3 Features............................................................................................ 1–2

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1.3.1 The Solid-State Advantage ................................................................... 1–2
1.3.2 “Smart BUC” Functionality................................................................... 1–2
1.3.3 Enhanced Standard Features ............................................................... 1–2
1.3.3.1 Advanced FSK ............................................................................ 1–2
1.3.3.2 Data Logging Capability............................................................. 1–3
1.3.3.3 Hand-Held Controller Devices ................................................... 1–3
1.4 Theory of Operation.......................................................................... 1–3
1.4.1 SSPA Block Diagrams ............................................................................ 1–3
1.4.2 SSPA Module ........................................................................................ 1–4
1.4.3 Cooling System..................................................................................... 1–5
1.4.4 Power Supply ....................................................................................... 1–5
1.4.5 Block Up Converter (BUC) Input .......................................................... 1–5
1.4.6 Monitor and Control (M&C)................................................................. 1–6
1.5 Summary of Specifications ................................................................ 1–7
1.5.1 Characteristics...................................................................................... 1–7
1.5.2 Environmental...................................................................................... 1–9
1.5.3 Physical................................................................................................. 1–9
1.6 Dimensional Envelopes ................................................................... 1–10
1.6.1 LPOD-R PS .5 Dimensional Envelopes ................................................ 1–10
1.6.2 LPOD-R PS 1 Dimensional Envelopes ................................................. 1–14
1.6.3 LPOD-R PS 1.5 Dimensional Envelopes .............................................. 1–17
CHAPTER 2. SYSTEM CONNECTORS, INSTALLATION, AND
STARTUP .......................................................................................2–1
2.1 Overview .......................................................................................... 2–1
2.2 Water Tight Sealing........................................................................... 2–2
2.2.1 Customer Cable Assemblies................................................................. 2–2
2.3 LPOD-R Interface Connectors............................................................. 2–3
2.3.1 ‘J1 | LBAND IN’ Signal Input Port ......................................................... 2–4
2.3.2 ‘J2 | RF OUT’ Signal Output Interface .................................................. 2–4
2.3.3 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ AC Power Main (PS 1, PS 1.5 ONLY)........................... 2–5
2.3.4 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ Standard or Optional DC Power Mains...................... 2–6
2.3.4.1 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ – PS .5 Standard DC Power Main .................... 2–6
2.3.4.2 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ – PS 1 Optional DC Power Main...................... 2–7

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2.3.4.3 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ – PS 1.5 Optional DC Power Main................... 2–7
2.3.5 ‘J6 | COM1’ Ethernet Communications Port........................................ 2–8
2.3.5.1 Fabricating a Weatherproof Ethernet Cable ............................. 2–9
2.3.6 ‘J6 | COM1’ Remote Communications and Discrete Control Port
(OPTIONAL).................................................................................................... 2–11
2.3.6.1 About Circular Connectors ...................................................... 2–12
2.3.7 Ground Connector ............................................................................. 2–13
2.4 LPOD-R Standalone (Single-Thread) Installations ............................. 2–14
2.4.1 Installation Manpower Recommendation ......................................... 2–14
2.4.2 Typical Required Installation Tools..................................................... 2–14
2.4.3 Pole Mount Installations (PS 1, PS 1.5) .............................................. 2–15
2.4.3.1 PL/12319 Universal Pole Mounting Kit ................................... 2–16
2.4.3.2 KT-0000095 Single Unit Mounting Kit (PS 1, PS 1.5) ............... 2–19
2.4.4 Spar Mount Installation (PS 1, PS 1.5) ............................................... 2–20
2.4.5 KT-0020987 OMT-Mount Installation (PS .5)..................................... 2–22
2.5 LPOD-R Startup ............................................................................... 2–23
2.5.1 Set the LPOD-R Power ON.................................................................. 2–23
2.5.2 Monitoring LPOD-R Operation with the LED Indicator (PS .5 ONLY) . 2–23
2.5.3 Recovering the User Interface Access................................................ 2–24
2.5.3.1 Recovery Steps Using a Windows PC ...................................... 2–24
CHAPTER 3. FIRMWARE UPDATE....................................................3–1
3.1 Firmware Overview........................................................................... 3–1
3.1.1 LPOD-R Firmware Update Procedure Summary .................................. 3–1
3.1.2 About Firmware Numbers, File Versions, and Formats ....................... 3–2
3.2 Prepare for the Firmware Download.................................................. 3–3
3.2.1 Required User-supplied Items ............................................................. 3–3
3.2.1.1 LPOD-R Connections for All Current Production Units ............. 3–3
3.2.1.2 LPOD-R Connections for Earlier PS 1 or PS 1.5 Units ................ 3–4
3.2.2 Configure the Terminal Emulator Program.......................................... 3–5
3.2.3 Get the LPOD-R Management IP Address and Firmware Information 3–5
3.2.3.1 Use the HTTP Interface to Find the Firmware Information....... 3–6
3.2.3.2 Use the Optional Serial Interface to Find the Firmware
Information.................................................................................................. 3–7
3.2.4 Make a Temporary Folder (Subdirectory) on the User PC ................... 3–7

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3.2.4.1 Use Windows Desktop to Make a Folder .................................. 3–8
3.2.4.2 Use Windows Explorer to Make a Folder.................................. 3–8
3.2.4.3 Use the Run and Browse Windows to Make a Folder............... 3–9
3.2.4.4 Use Windows Command-line or Command Prompt to Make a
Folder ................................................................................................... 3–9
3.3 Download and Extract the Firmware Update Files............................ 3–10
3.3.1.1 Use Windows Desktop to View Folder Contents..................... 3–12
3.3.1.2 Use Windows Command-line to View Folder Contents.......... 3–13
3.4 Upload the Firmware Files and Update the LPOD-R Unit .................. 3–13
3.4.1 Important Considerations .................................................................. 3–13
3.4.2 Steps to “CReflash” Upload the Firmware Files (All LPOD-R Models)
............................................................................................................ 3–13
3.4.3 Steps to FTP Upload the Firmware Files ............................................ 3–14
3.4.4 Steps to Update the LPOD-R Unit ...................................................... 3–15
CHAPTER 4. ETHERNET INTERFACE OPERATION ........................4–1
4.1 Overview .......................................................................................... 4–1
4.1.1 Prerequisites ........................................................................................ 4–1
4.2 SNMP Interface ................................................................................. 4–2
4.2.1 Management Information Base (MIB) Files......................................... 4–2
4.2.1.1 ComtechEFData Root MIB file................................................... 4–3
4.2.1.2 LPOD-R MIB file ......................................................................... 4–3
4.2.1.3 LPOD-R Traps MIB file................................................................ 4–3
4.2.2 SNMP Community Strings.................................................................... 4–3
4.3 Telnet Interface ................................................................................. 4–4
4.3.1 Using HyperTerminal for Telnet Remote Control Operation................ 4–4
4.3.1.1 Configure HyperTerminal for Telnet Remote Control Operation
................................................................................................... 4–5
4.4 HTTP (Web Server) Interface ............................................................. 4–6
4.4.1 Set Up Access to the HTTP Interface.................................................... 4–6
4.4.2 HTTP Interface User Login.................................................................... 4–7
4.4.3 HTTP Interface Features....................................................................... 4–8
4.4.3.1 Menu Tree ................................................................................. 4–8
4.4.3.2 Page Navigation ......................................................................... 4–9

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4.4.3.3 Page Sections............................................................................. 4–9
4.4.3.4 Action Buttons........................................................................... 4–9
4.4.3.5 Drop-down Lists......................................................................... 4–9
4.4.3.6 Text or Data Entry.................................................................... 4–10
4.5 HTTP Interface Page Examples and Descriptions .............................. 4–11
4.5.1 Home Pages........................................................................................ 4–11
4.5.1.1 Home | Home.......................................................................... 4–11
4.5.1.2 Home | Contact / Home | Support pages............................... 4–11
4.5.2 Admin Pages....................................................................................... 4–12
4.5.2.1 Admin | Access........................................................................ 4–12
4.5.2.2 Admin | SNMP......................................................................... 4–14
4.5.3 Config Pages....................................................................................... 4–15
4.5.3.1 Config | Amplifier.................................................................... 4–15
4.5.3.2 Config | Utility ......................................................................... 4–16
4.5.4 Status Pages ....................................................................................... 4–18
4.5.4.1 Status | Summary.................................................................... 4–18
4.5.4.2 Status | Status ......................................................................... 4–19
4.5.4.3 Status | MOP ........................................................................... 4–19
4.5.4.4 Status | Events......................................................................... 4–20
4.5.4.5 Status | Statistics..................................................................... 4–21
4.5.4.6 Status | Trending Graphs......................................................... 4–23
CHAPTER 5. OPTIONAL SERIAL INTERFACE OPERATION (PS 1, PS
1.5 ONLY) .......................................................................................5–1
5.1 Overview .......................................................................................... 5–1
5.2 Key Operational Parameters / Common Commands and Queries ....... 5–2
5.2.1 RF Input Level....................................................................................... 5–2
5.2.2 Attenuator Control............................................................................... 5–2
5.2.3 Mute Control........................................................................................ 5–2
5.2.4 Faults.................................................................................................... 5–2
5.2.5 Power Detector .................................................................................... 5–3
5.2.6 Some Common Queries ....................................................................... 5–3
5.3 Remote Control Protocol and Structure ............................................. 5–3
5.3.1 Basic Protocol....................................................................................... 5–3
5.3.2 Packet Structure................................................................................... 5–4

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5.3.2.1 Start of Packet ........................................................................... 5–4
5.3.2.2 Target Address........................................................................... 5–4
5.3.2.3 Address Delimiter...................................................................... 5–5
5.3.2.4 Instruction Code........................................................................ 5–5
5.3.2.5 Instruction Code Qualifier ......................................................... 5–5
5.3.2.6 Controller-to-Target Rules......................................................... 5–5
5.3.2.7 Target-to-Controller Rules......................................................... 5–5
5.3.2.8 Optional Message Arguments................................................... 5–7
5.3.2.9 End of Packet............................................................................. 5–7
5.4 Remote Commands and Queries ....................................................... 5–8
APPENDIX A. CABLE DRAWINGS ....................................................A-1
A.1 Overview ...........................................................................................A-1
A.2 Control and Data Cables .....................................................................A-1
A.2.1 Serial Interface Cable – PS 1 or PS 1.5 (OPTIONAL) ..............................A-2
A.2.2 Ethernet Interface Cable – PS 1 or PS 1.5 (OPTIONAL)......................... A-3
A.2.3 Ethernet Data Cable (CAT5e RJ-45)....................................................... A-4
A.3 RF Cables ...........................................................................................A-5
A.3.1 RF Cable (Type ‘N’) ................................................................................A-6
APPENDIX B. MAINTENANCE..........................................................B–1
B.1 Overview .......................................................................................... B–1
B.2 Clean the LPOD-R PS .5 Heat Sinks..................................................... B–2
B.3 Clean the LPOD-R PS 1 Heat Sinks...................................................... B–7
B.4 Clean the LPOD PS 1.5 Heat Sinks .................................................... B–10
B.5 Water Tight Sealing ......................................................................... B–14
TABLES
Table 2-1. ‘J2 | RF OUT’ Interface Type............................................................... 2–4
Table 2-2. LPOD-R PS 1, PS 1.5 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ Pin Assignments ...................... 2–5

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Table 2-3. LPOD-R PS .5 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ Pin Assignments................................. 2–6
Table 2-4. LPOD-R PS 1 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ Pin Assignments.................................. 2–7
Table 2-5. LPOD-R PS 1.5 ‘J3 | POWER IN’ Pin Assignments............................... 2–7
Table 2-6. LPOD-R ‘J6 | COM1’ (OPTIONAL) Pin Assignments .......................... 2–11
Table 2-7. LPOD-R PS .5 LED Operation............................................................. 2–24
FIGURES
Figure 1-1. Comtech EF Data LPOD-R Outdoor Amplifiers / BUCs...................... 1–1
Figure 1-2. LPOD-R Typical Block Diagram.......................................................... 1–4
Figure 1-3. LPOD-R PS .5 LED Indicator............................................................... 1–6
Figure 1-4. LPOD-R PS .5 C-Band 10W Unit ...................................................... 1–10
Figure 1-5. LPOD-R PS .5 C-Band 20W Unit ...................................................... 1–11
Figure 1-6. LPOD-R PS .5 Ku-Band 8W Unit ...................................................... 1–12
Figure 1-7. LPOD-R PS .5 Ku-Band 16W Unit .................................................... 1–13
Figure 1-8. LPOD-R PS 1 C-Band Unit – Coaxial Output .................................... 1–14
Figure 1-9. LPOD-R PS 1 C-Band Unit................................................................ 1–15
Figure 1-10. LPOD-R PS 1 Ku-Band Unit............................................................ 1–16
Figure 1-11. LPOD-R PS 1.5 C-Band Unit........................................................... 1–17
Figure 1-12. LPOD-R PS 1.5 Ku-Band Unit......................................................... 1–18
Figure 2-1. LPOD-R PS .5 Connectors .................................................................. 2–3
Figure 2-2. LPOD-R PS 1 Connectors ................................................................... 2–3
Figure 2-3. LPOD-R PS 1.5 Connectors................................................................ 2–3
Figure 2-4. LPOD-R Ethernet Connector Field Termination Kit Assembly........ 2–10
Figure 2-5. Circular Connector Example ........................................................... 2–12
Figure 2-6. LPOD-R Ground Connector Locations............................................. 2–13
Figure 2-7. PL/12319-1 Universal Pole Mounting Kit........................................ 2–16
Figure 2-8. Universal Pole Mounting Kit – Final Assembly ............................... 2–18
Figure 2-9. KT-0000095 LPOD-R PS 1, PS 1.5 Single Unit Mounting Kit............ 2–19
Figure 2-10. SSPA Spar Mount Installation Example......................................... 2–20
Figure 2-11. LPOD-R PS 1, PS 1.5 Spar Mount Installation Kits......................... 2–21
Figure 2-12. KT-0020987 LPOD-R PS .5 OMT-Mount Installation Kit................ 2–22
Figure 2-13. LPOD-R PS .5 LED Indicator........................................................... 2–23
Figure 3-1. M&C Utilities Available from Comtech EF Data (All Current LPOD-R
Models)........................................................................................................ 3–3
Figure 3-2. M&C Utilities Available from Comtech EF Data (Earlier LPOD-R PS1 or
PS 1.5 Models) ............................................................................................. 3–4
Figure 4-1. Telnet Interface Example – Windows Command-line....................... 4–4

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Figure 4-2. Telnet Interface Example – HyperTerminal....................................... 4–5
Figure 4-3. Configure HyperTerminal.................................................................. 4–5
Figure 4-4. LPOD-R HTTP Interface “Splash” Page (PS .5 Unit Example Shown)
..................................................................................................................... 4–8
Figure 4-5. LPOD-R HTTP Interface Menu Tree................................................... 4–8
Figure 4-6. LPOD-R Home Page (PS .5 Unit Example Shown) ........................... 4–11
Figure 4-7. Admin | Access Page....................................................................... 4–12
Figure 4-8. Admin | SNMP Page........................................................................ 4–14
Figure 4-9. Config | Amplifier Page................................................................... 4–15
Figure 4-10. Config | Utility Page...................................................................... 4–16
Figure 4-11. Status | Summary Page................................................................. 4–18
Figure 4-12. Status | Status Page...................................................................... 4–19
Figure 4-13. Status | MOP Page........................................................................ 4–19
Figure 4-14. Status | Events Page ..................................................................... 4–20
Figure 4-15. Status | Statistics Page.................................................................. 4–21
Figure 4-16. Status | Trending Graphs Page Example....................................... 4–23
Figure A-1. Serial Interface Cable (CA-0020526, part of KT-0020518) ................A-2
Figure A-2. Ethernet Interface Cable (CA-0000352, part of KT-0000203) ...........A-3
Figure A-3. Ethernet Data Cable (PP/CAT5FF7FTGY)............................................A-4
Figure A-4. 1/4" Heliax Coaxial Cable (CA/3722-X)..............................................A-6
Figure B-1. Comtech EF Data LPOD-R Outdoor Amplifiers / BUCs ..................... B–1
Figure B-2. LPOD-R HTTP Interface ‘Status | Trending Graphs’ Page – Temperature
Graph Example............................................................................................. B–2
Figure B-3. LPOD-R PS .5 Cover Plate Screw Locations....................................... B–3
Figure B-4. Remove the Cover Plate ................................................................... B–4
Figure B-5. Set Aside the Fan Assembly.............................................................. B–5
Figure B-6. LPOD-R PS .5 Heat Sink Locations (Fan Not Shown for Clarity)........ B–5
Figure B-7. Reseat the Fan Assembly.................................................................. B–6
Figure B-8. Replace the Cover Plate.................................................................... B–6
Figure B-9. LPOD-R PS 1 Shroud Screw Locations............................................... B–8
Figure B-10. Remove the Fan Shroud.................................................................. B–8
Figure B-11. Disconnect the Fan Power Supply .................................................. B–9
Figure B-12. LPOD-R PS 1 Heat Sink Locations.................................................... B–9
Figure B-13. Reconnect the Fan Power Supply ................................................... B–9
Figure B-14. LPOD-R PS 1.5 Shroud Screw Locations........................................ B–11
Figure B-15. Remove the Fan Shroud ............................................................... B–12
Figure B-16. Disconnect the Fan 1 / Fan 2 Power Supplies .............................. B–12
Figure B-17. LPOD-R PS 1.5 Heat Sink Location ................................................ B–13
Figure B-18. Reconnect the Fan 1 / Fan 2 Power Supplies............................... B–13

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PREFACE
About this Manual
This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF
Data LPOD-R family of Outdoor Amplifiers / Block Up Converter (BUCs):
•LPOD-R PS .5 running Firmware FW-0020841;
•LPOD-R PS 1 or PS 1.5 running Firmware FW-0020880.
The LPOD-R PS .5 running Firmware FW-0020765 is documented in
Revision 0 of this manual.
This document is intended for the persons responsible for the operation and
maintenance of the LPOD-R.
Related Documents
•Comtech EF Data CLC-10 Handheld Terminal M&C Accessory for LPOD or
SPOD User’s Guide (CEFD P/N MN-CLC10)
•Comtech EF Data LPODnet M&C Netbook Accessory for LPOD or SPOD
Operation Manual (CEFD P/N MN-LPODNET)
•Comtech EF Data RF Control – Transceiver/Amplifier M&C Utility User’s
Guide (CEFD P/N MN-CRFC)
Disclaimer
Comtech EF Data has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order to provide an
easy-to-use guide to this equipment. All statements, technical information, and
recommendations in this manual and in any guides or related documents are
believed reliable, but the accuracy and completeness thereof are not guaranteed

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or warranted, and they are not intended to be, nor should they be understood to
be, representations or warranties concerning the products described. Further,
Comtech EF Data reserves the right to make changes in the specifications of the
products described in this manual at any time without notice and without
obligation to notify any person of such changes.
If there are any questions regarding this equipment or the information in this
manual, please contact Comtech EF Data Product Support.
Conventions and References
Patents and Trademarks
See all of Comtech EF Data's Patents and Patents Pending at
http://patents.comtechefdata.com.
Comtech EF Data acknowledges that all trademarks are the property of the
trademark owners.
Warnings, Cautions, Notes, and References
A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to
indicate other unsafe practices or risks of property damage.
A NOTE: gives you important information about a task or the
equipment.
A REFERENCE directs you to important operational information or
details furnished elsewhere, either in the manual or in adjunct
Comtech EF Data publications.

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Examples of Multi-Hazard Notices
Recommended Standard Designations
Electronic Industries Association (EIA) designations supersede Recommended
Standard (RS) designations. Reference to the old RS designations may appear
where it might concern actual text (e.g., RS-232) displayed on the product panels
and on screens or pages in the Serial Remote or HTTP (Web Server) Interfaces.
All other references in the manual refer to EIA designations.
CAUTION
It is important that you review and understand the Safety and
Compliance information that follows.
Safety and Compliance
Electrical Safety and Compliance
CAUTION
NEUTRAL FUSING – DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING IS USED ON THE PRIME
POWER SUPPLY INPUT.
This equipment has been designed to minimize exposure of personnel to
hazards. For further information, contact Comtech EF Data Product Support. The
operators and technicians must:
•Know how to work around, with, and on high voltage equipment.
•Exercise every precaution to ensure personnel safety.

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•Exercise extreme care when working near high voltages.
•Be familiar with the warnings presented in this manual.
Installation Guidelines Regarding Power Line Quality
Comtech EF Data has become familiar with the varying quality of the AC power
grid around the world. Observing the following installation guidelines should
help ensure a reliable installation.
•Surge suppression – High voltage surges can cause failure of the power
supply. These surges are typically caused by circuit switching on the main
AC power grid, erratic generator operation, and also by lightning strikes.
While the LPOD-Rdoes have built in surge suppression, if the unit is to be
installed in a location with questionable power grid quality, Comtech EF
Data recommends installation of additional power conditioning/surge
suppression at the power junction box.
•Grounding – The LPOD-Rprovides a grounding terminal. This is provided
to allow you to ground the LPOD-R to the antenna’s grounding network.
All components installed at the antenna should be grounded to a
common grounding point at the antenna.
•Electrical welding – If welding needs to take place at the antenna,
disconnect all cables from the LPOD-Rexcept for the ground wire. Cap all
RF connections with terminations. This will prevent damage to the
input/output circuitry of the LPOD.
•Lightning – Lightning strikes on or around the antenna will generate
extremely high voltages on all cables connected to the LPOD. Depending
on the severity of the strike, the LPOD’s internal surge protection
combined with the recommended external suppression may protect the
LPOD’s power supply. However, if the installation will be in an area with a
high probability of lightning strikes, Comtech EF Data recommends the
installation of surge suppression on the RF and IF cables. One source of
these suppressors is PolyPhaser (www.polyphaser.com).

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Product Support
For all product support, please call:
+1.240.243.1880
+1.866.472.3963 (toll free USA)
Comtech EF Data Headquarters
http://www.comtechefdata.com
Comtech EF Data Corp.
2114 West 7th Street
Tempe, Arizona USA 85281
+1.480.333.2200
Warranty Policy
Comtech EF Data products are warranted against defects in material and
workmanship for a specific period from the date of shipment, and this period
varies by product. In most cases, the warranty period is two years. During the
warranty period, Comtech EF Data will, at its option, repair or replace products
that prove to be defective. Repairs are warranted for the remainder of the
original warranty or a 90 day extended warranty, whichever is longer. Contact
Comtech EF Data for the warranty period specific to the product purchased.
For equipment under warranty, the owner is responsible for freight to Comtech
EF Data and all related customs, taxes, tariffs, insurance, etc. Comtech EF Data is
responsible for the freight charges only for return of the equipment from the
factory to the owner. Comtech EF Data will return the equipment by the same
method (i.e., Air, Express, Surface) as the equipment was sent to Comtech EF
Data.
All equipment returned for warranty repair must have a valid RMA number
issued prior to return and be marked clearly on the return packaging. Comtech

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EF Data strongly recommends all equipment be returned in its original
packaging.
Comtech EF Data Corporation’s obligations under this warranty are limited to
repair or replacement of failed parts, and the return shipment to the buyer of
the repaired or replaced parts.
Limitations of Warranty
The warranty does not apply to any part of a product that has been installed,
altered, repaired, or misused in any way that, in the opinion of Comtech EF Data
Corporation, would affect the reliability or detracts from the performance of any
part of the product, or is damaged as the result of use in a way or with
equipment that had not been previously approved by Comtech EF Data
Corporation.
The warranty does not apply to any product or parts thereof where the serial
number or the serial number of any of its parts has been altered, defaced, or
removed.
The warranty does not cover damage or loss incurred in transportation of the
product. The warranty does not cover replacement or repair necessitated by loss
or damage from any cause beyond the control of Comtech EF Data Corporation,
such as lightning or other natural and weather related events or wartime
environments.
The warranty does not cover any labor involved in the removal and or
reinstallation of warranted equipment or parts on site, or any labor required to
diagnose the necessity for repair or replacement.
The warranty excludes any responsibility by Comtech EF Data Corporation for
incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of the equipment or
products, or for any inability to use them either separate from or in combination
with any other equipment or products.
A fixed charge established for each product will be imposed for all equipment
returned for warranty repair where Comtech EF Data Corporation cannot
identify the cause of the reported failure.

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Exclusive Remedies
Comtech EF Data Corporation’s warranty, as stated is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed, implied, or statutory, including those of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. The buyer shall pass on to any purchaser,
lessee, or other user of Comtech EF Data Corporation’s products, the
aforementioned warranty, and shall indemnify and hold harmless Comtech EF
Data Corporation from any claims or liability of such purchaser, lessee, or user
based upon allegations that the buyer, its agents, or employees have made
additional warranties or representations as to product preference or use.
The remedies provided herein are the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies.
Comtech EF Data shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal
theory.

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