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D-620610-0-20 Rev D CONFIDENTIAL
* Exceeding the distance of copper-clad cable will result in the attached RAU becoming non-functional. If
the distance of a cable run is at its maximum and is of concern, ADC recommends the use of solid copper
cable to ensure successful operation.
A.2 Fiber Optical Cables
• Connects the Main Hub to Expansion Hub(s)
• Transmits (downlink) and receives (uplink) optical signals
• Carries configuration and status information
• Use industry-standard 62.5μm/125μm MMF or Corning SMF-28 fiber, or equiva-
lent.
• SC/APC (angle-polished) connectors are required throughout the fiber network
(port-to-port), including fiber distribution panels
Table A-2 System Gain (Loss) Relative to CATV Cable Length for 800/900/1900
RAUs
Cable
Type
Comm-
Scope
Part
Number
Plenum
Rated
Solid
Copper
Conductor
Copper
Clad
Conductor
Zero-loss
RF
Maximum
Length
(meters)
Distance
Where
RF is
10dB
Below
Input RF
(meters)
RG-59
2065V Yes X 150 210
2022V Yes X 80 80*
5572R No X 70 70*
5565 No X 150 210
RG-6
2279V Yes X 170 230
2275V Yes X 115 115*
5726 No X 110 110*
5765 No X 170 230
RG-11
2293K Yes X 275 375
2285K Yes X 240 240*
5913 No X 240 240*