Outdoor Optical Receiver (nRCVR)

Data Sheet

The QAMnet nRCVR series outdoor optical receivers are reliable and costeffective for use in HFC, FTTH and deep fiber applications.

Product Overview

The QAMnet nRCVR series outdoor optical receivers are reliable and costeffective for use in HFC, FTTH and deep fiber applications. The nRCVR uses a high gain, low distortion receiver module and low noise RF circuit to deliver 52 dB of CNR while maintaining optimal CSO and CTB distortion specifications.

The nRCVR supports up to 75 NTSC analog channels. Designed to be digitally ready, they can be loaded with 60 additional QAM modulated signal channels. The QAMnet nRCVR can be ordered with 1 to 4 output ports with four RF output level to select from: 36 dBmV, 40 dBmV, 44 dBmV and 48 dBmV.

Applications

  • HFC
  • FTTH
  • Deep Fiber Applications

Features

  • Highly linear hybrid O/E converter module
  • Weather proof cast aluminum outdoor housing
  • Automatic Gain Control (AGC) for optimal adjustment optical input level
  • LED front panel digital display and status indicators
  • 45-870 MHz modulation bandwidth
  • Standard 60 VAC power supply
  • 1 x 4 RF output ports

Feature Name Description
Technical Specification
Receiver Wavelength Range 1200 nm - 1600 nm
Input Optical Power Level +1 dBm to -9 dBm
RF Output Power Level 36, 40, 44, 48 dBmV
Number of Outputs 1 Standard, up to 4 can be ordered
Optical Return Loss 50 dB min.
Carrier to Noise Ration (CNR) 52 dBc typ. @ 0 dBm
Composite Second Order (CSO) Distortion -62 dBc max. @ 0 dBm
Composite Triple Beat (CTB) Distortion -62 dBc max. @ 0 dBm
Output Attenuation Range 0 - 20 dB (manual adjustment)
Frequency Range 45 MHz to 870 MHz
Flatness in Frequency Range ±0.5 dB
Output Impedance 75 Ω
Output RF Return Loss 16 dB min.
Mechanical Specifications
Operating Temperature Range -40°C to +55°C
Storing Temperature Range -50°C to +75°C
Power Supply 60 V, 43 – 63 Hz AC 40 - 58 VDC (optional)
Power Consumption 50 W max.
Housing Dimensions Determined by number of output and RF level - Contact Sales
Control / Monitoring Optical Input Level
Display RF Output Power Level
Optical Connectors SC/APC or Customer Specified

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