XM Marine Antenna
XM Approved!
Patent Pending
Specifications (Preliminary)

Electrical Specifications

Antenna
Frequency:                            2332.5 to 2345.0 MHz
Gain:                                      2 dBic, min (20-60 deg elevation)
Bandwidth:                             12.5 MHz
Impedance:                            50 ohms
Polarization:                           LHCP (20-60 deg elevation)
                         
Low Noise Amplifier
Gain:                                      30 dB, typical
Noise Figure:                         1.0 dB, maximum
Dc Bias:                                  4.5 Vdc, nominal
Current Drain:                        50 mA, maximum
Filter Attenuation:                   35 dB, minimum

Cable
Type:                                      RF Coaxial
Length:                                   30 feet
Outer Diameter:                      0.195 in
Loss:                                       7 dB
Color:                                      White
Connector:                              SMB

Mechanical Specifications

Antenna Module
Total Height:                            10.5 inches
Radome Diameter:                   0.75 inches
Radome Material:                     White Polycarbonate

Mounting Hardware
Standard Marine Bracket              

Weight:                                     0.11 lbs (with no cable)
                             0.884 lbs (with cable)
                            

Other Specifications

Temperature:                            -40 °C to +105 °C, operating
                             -45 °C to +120 °C, storage

Quality and Performance Tests

XM Approved:         `                  Per XM Marine antenna
                              specification