Power requirements
The following table summarizes the power requirements for a Real Freedom Fiber Antenna Extender.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power | 9–36 V DC |
| Consumption | Each fiber unit consumes about 8.5 W. Note this does not include any
peripherals connected to the remote unit such as a downconverter and
data transmitter. The recommended power supply for a SMPTE fiber base unit is Mean-Well GST90A24-P1M (24 V 90 W). This provides sufficient power for a fiber base and fiber remote with two downconverters and a data transmitter connected. |
Note that the remote unit requires a power supply for fiber lengths of greater than two kilometers.
When using SMPTE, the remote unit does not need power unless the fiber length exceeds two kilometers. If you are using other fiber connectors, for example, ST or LC, then these do not include a means for power insertion over the fiber and the remote unit must be powered locally.