Narrowcasting (EMLT-1550-NC)

Data Sheet

The QAMnet EMLT-1550-FH series of digital laser transmitters are designed for carrying analog and QAM modulated digital channels for SCTE next generation Fiber To The Home (FTTH) requirements.

Product Overview

The QAMnet EMLT-1550-NC series of laser transmitters are designed for multiple wavelength systems for HFC, deep fiber, and FTTH applications. The EMLT-1550-NC series transmitters can be incorporated into a forward path narrowcasting system specifically for targeted digital services (VOD, IP, cable telephony). Digital bandwidth can be incrementally added to existing fiber infrastructure by adding a new wavelength.

The EMLT-1550-NC transmitters can be custom ordered with 41 different wavelengths. Using a DWDM combiner, multiple EMLT-1550-NC transmitters can be combined with a standard laser transmitter into a single fiber. Each transmitter can deliver various digital services to a targeted recipient, via a specific wavelength laser. The EMLT-1550-NC transmitters incorporate an external modulator and pre-distortion circuit which allow the transmission range to be extended up to 80 km, while maintaining a high OMI level and excellent CSO and CTB performance. The launch power level can be adjusted from +13 dBm to +16 dBm.

Designed to be digitally ready, the transmitters can be loaded with 135 channels of QAM modulated signals. The EMLT-1550-NC transmitters are available in three output power level versions: +5 dBm, +6 dBm and +7 dBm.

Applications

  • HFC
  • FTTH
  • Deep Fiber Applications
  • VOD
  • IP
  • Cable Telephony

Features

  • Externally modulated technology at a low cost of directly modulated price
  • Laser wavelength can be selected to from 41 channel
  • 65 km standard transmission range, can be extended to 90km
  • Adjustable SBS suppression level range of +13 dBm to +16 dBm
  • Fully compatible with QAM256 modulated digital data and HDTV channels
  • AGC (Automatic Gain Control) and MGC (Manual Gain Control) RF input control

Feature Name Description
Technical Specification
Laser Wavelength Range Customer choice of laser wavelength, from channel #10 (1562.2 nm) to #50 (1530.1 nm)
Transmission Range Standard 65 km, can be extended to 90km
Output Power Level +5 dBm min. (5.3 dBm typ.); +6 dBm min. (6.3 dBm typ.); +7 dBm min. (7.3 dBm typ.)
Noise Bandwidth 4 MHz
Carrier to Noise Ration (CNR) 51.5 dB typ. @ 0 dBm
Composite Second Order (CSO) Distortion -63 dBc max.
Composite Triple Beat (CTB) Distortion -63 dBc max.
Front Panel RF Gain / OMI Adjustment Range +6 dB / -6 dB
SBS Suppression Level Select from +13.5 dBm and +16.5 dBm
Input RF Power Level 13 to 25 dBmV per channel
Frequency Plan 60 NTSC analog channels + Digital QAM Channels
Frequency Range 45 MHz to 870 MHz
Flatness in Frequency Range ±1.0 dB
Input Impedance 75 Ω
Input RF Return Loss 16 dB min.
Mechanical Specification
Operation Temperature Range 0°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature Range -40°C to +70°C
Power Supply 80 – 240 V, 43 – 63 Hz AC
Power Consumption 75 W max.
Housing Dimensions 1RU 19”(W) x 14”(D) x 1.75”(H)
Control / Monitoring DFB Laser Temperature and Current
Display Output Power Level, TEC temperature
Alarm Over Temperature , Over Current
Optical Connectors SC/APC or Customer Specified
Feature Name Description  
Available Wavelength Channel List for EMLT-1550-NC
Channel Number Wavelength (nm) Frequency (THz)
10 1562.23 191.90
11 1561.41 192.00
12 1560.60 192.10
13 1559.79 192.20
14 1558.98 192.30
15 1558.17 192.40
16 1557.36 192.50
17 1556.55 192.60
18 1555.74 192.70
19 1554.94 192.80
20 1554.13 192.90
21 1553.32 193.00
22 1552.52 193.10
23 1551.72 193.20
24 1550.91 193.30
25 1550.11 193.40
26 1549.31 193.50
27 1548.51 193.60
28 1547.71 193.70
29 1546.91 193.80
30 1546.11 193.90
31 1545.32 194.00
32 1544.52 194.10
33 1543.73 194.20
34 1542.93 194.30
35 1542.14 194.40
36 1541.34 194.50
37 1540.55 194.60
38 1539.76 194.70
39 1538.97 194.80
40 1538.18 194.90
41 1537.39 195.00
42 1536.53 195.10
43 1535.72 195.20
44 1534.92 195.30
45 1534.12 195.40
46 1533.32 195.50
47 1533.32 195.60
48 1531.72 195.70
49 1530.92 195.80
50 1530.12 195.90

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