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With a Quattro LNB in which there are 4 outputs - each
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output supplying different polarities or bands that cannot
be changed (in other words the outputs supplying 'low
vertical', 'low horizontal', 'high vertical', and 'high horizontal'
- a multiswitch must always be used (and correctly
connected to match the LNB outputs) otherwise the SBS or
other satellite receive devices will not be able to switch
between the different polarities and bands.
A multiswitch is also needed with some (older) LNBs that
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have a power consumption greater than the 250mA
recommended from the LNB connection on the SBS.
With a Quad LNB a multiswitch can be used if more than 4
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satellite
receive
independently of each other.
Coaxial cable terminated in f-type connectors to run between
the TVRO and the SBS, either directly or via a multiswitch.
One or more communications devices for the uplink data
connection. Cabling between the uplink communications
device(s) and the SBS, terminating in either an RS232 15 pin
d-type connector or a USB (1 or 2) plug.
At least one computer. The SBS can provide internet
connectivity to any type of personal computer that uses
Microsoft, Apple Mac or Linux operating systems. To access
the SBS's User Interface the computer should have a
JavaScript-enabled web browser such as Internet Explorer 5
and 6, Mozilla, Firefox, Netscape 6 and above, Mac Safari,
Mac MS Explorer. If only one computer is to be connected
directly to the SBS, an Ethernet crossover cable is needed to
make the connection.
If more than one computer is to be connected to the SBS, an
Ethernet switch, hub, router or wireless access point can be
used with the relevant Ethernet cables.
It is recommended that the SBS is powered from a UPS
(uninterruptible power supply) as power surges, fluctuations or
interruptions can cause damage to the hard disk drive.
Recommended minimum specifications for the UPS are 100W
output power capacity and 240/220 Volts AC or 110 Volts AC
input/output voltages.
devices
are
required
to
operate
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