C-band extended

[johan]

Hello members , is it possible to convert from a standard C-band lnb to the extended band (4.5-4.8 Ghz). Best regards

 

[Inclined Orbit]

I don't think its possible unless you have some specific microwave test equipment, knowledge and skills to do the mod. It would require changing the LO frequency and retuning the front end filter. It would certainly cost more in labor than a new extended LNB would cost.

 

[johan]

I don't think its possible unless you have some specific microwave test equipment, knowledge and skills to do the mod. It would require changing the LO frequency and retuning the front end filter. It would certainly cost more in labor than a new extended LNB would cost.

Which lnb should I think of buying one.
Live in Holland.

Best regards

 

[mr3p]

Receiving the 4500-4800 MHz Transponders from SES 6

Ever since the launch of SES 6 over two years ago, I've been interested in receiving the transponders in the 4500 to 4800 MHz frequency range. SES 6 is the only satellite visible from my location that has transponders in this band. But with reports of mostly no video, and LNBs running around...

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Upper C-Band 4.5 to 4.8 GHz

I was wondering what LNB/LNBFs were available that cover that range of frequency... I'm pretty sure there's a Norsat LNB, at Norsat price, which makes it a bit hard to justify the expense considering that there's not much on those frequencies. Is anyone aware of a more affordable option...

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[Inclined Orbit]

Which lnb should I think of buying one.
Live in Holland.

Best regards

I have had a good experience with Swedish Microwave which should be easy to purchase in EU. Here is a link to their C-band LNBs.

Single band PLL LNB - C-Band - Swedish Microwave

Professional C-Band LNB with internal interference mitigating filters. C-Band PLL LNB has a unique design with integrated filters providing isolation from interfering signals (WiMAX etc.). Model types "B" and ”C” has even further improved WiMAX & 5G rejection. The Low Phase Noise meets and...

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