All interconnections between the sphere and control unit are via a duplex optical fiber cables. The use of the optical fiber cable is critical to this product's application. The non-conductive optical fiber establishes electrical isolation of the components, providing a reliable transmission medium, and reducing the variables and problems induced in hard-wired systems.

The 15-meter orange hybrid duplex fiber optic cable is used for the uplink and downlink interfaces between the spherical dipole and the control unit. (click on image for larger picture)

AET provides all fiber optic cables and patch cables with dust caps that have a captive jacket strap (click on image for larger picture)

System Assembly Diagram
Detailed Block Diagram