HFC Headend
AIMA3000 - Return Receivers

AIMA-RRAS-O HD

Analog Return Receiver - High Density
AIMA-RRAS-O HD

The PBN RRAS-O series Analog Return Receiver module with FBC functions for the AIMA3000 access platform is designed for multi-services operators to increase network-return capacities for the ever-growing demand for bandwidth and to efficiently monitor the performance of multiple RF return path signals.

The embedded Full Band Capture (FBC) functionality enables the operator to capture and monitor the return path spectrum, helping to quickly locate upstream noise artifacts and analyse related upstream signal levels.

Advanced spectrum analysis software is available as a standalone tool or a module within PBN’s wider netWatch software suite. The spectrum analysis software toolset also support options for simple integration into operators existing network OSS or BSS.

Online management and control capabilities can be centrally monitored and controlled through a PBN netWatch server networked to one of the Ethernet ports of the ASMM module.


Bandwidth 5 ~ 204 MHz to meet DOCSIS 3.1 frequency band requirements


RF output 40 dBmV at -6 dBm optical input and OMI of 6%


Wide band receiver (1260 ~ 1620nm) to suit CWDM and DWDM applications


Allows up to 128 receivers (8x16 modules) in only 4 RU of space


User-selectable MGC or AGC


Easy to install due to RF-Paddle board backplane design


Integrated Optical Passive Module DMUX with express port for increased headend optical shelf density


Full Band Capture offers automated and 24/7 return path/upstream RF and data performance monitoring and analysis



Dedicated test port per return channel


Real-time alarm monitoring


Help operators preemptively identify and address spectrum variances


Lower capital expenses by eliminating the need for expensive test equipment


Web-browser access eliminates the need for a thick client and a mobile APP is available


Improve network maintenance efficiency and Increase customer satisfaction


FBC software which can work independently, in PBN NMSE or be integrated into third-party systems


Individual eletric control attenuator and equalizer for each receiver


Optical Performance
Optical wavelength 1260 nm to 1620 nm
Optical inputs -18 dBm to +2 dBm
Optical return loss > 50 dB
Optical connectors SC/APC, LC/APC (1)
Optical passive losses
-2.5 dB per channel (Integrated 4-ch DeMUX models), typical

 

RF Performance
RF bandwidth 5 MHz to 204 MHz
RF output level (2)
40 dBmv @ -6 dBm
RF flatness ± 0.75 dB (5 MHz to 204 MHz)
Gain adjustment up to 15-60 dB in 0.5 dB increments (default 42 dB)
Slope adjustment
0 ~ 10 dB (5 MHz to 204 MHz)
RF impedance 75 Ω
RF return loss > 16 dB
Receiver isolation > 65 dB
RF test point relative to RF input port -20 dB ± 1 dB
RF connectors 8 x MCX connectors
RF test points 4 x Mini-SMB
Alarms and laser status  Front-panel LEDs, SNMP Traps

 

Link Performance
CNR (3) > 51 dB
IMD2 (4) > 60 dB
NPR (5) = 25 dB (Dynamic range @ 30 dB)

 

General
Power supply Powered via AIMA3000 backplane
Power consumption < 25 W (with FBC)
Operating temperature  -5 ℃ to +55℃
Storage temperature -25℃ to +70℃
Dimensions (WxDxH) 24.6 x 410 x 152.5 mm
Weight 0.95 kg
Supported network management options PBN’s NMSE or through ASMM’s Web Interface

 

FBC Module
Frequency capture range 5 to 204 MHz
Dynamic range 60 dB
Spectrum Lines 3, including live, max hold and min hold
RBW Up from 30 KHz
VBW Auto adaptable
Vertical Markers 2

Note:

(1) Standard option. Contact a PBN Sales Representative for availability of other options.
(2) Measured in a typical system with -6 dBm optical input, 6% OMI, gain setting adjusted to 50 dB (the stated RF output level does not necessarily apply with other optical input levels). dBuV= 60+dBmV.
(3) Measured @ -6 dBm, 6% OMI, 4 channels.
(4) Measured in a typical system with PBN RT5S-D, 4 channels, (11.5 MHz, 26.5 MHz, 45.5 MHz and 58.5 MHz), -6 dBm, 6% OMI. IMD2 is measured at f1 ± f2.
(5) Measured in a typical system with PBN RT5S-D.

A-RRAS-O-HD-[W]-[X]-[Y]-[Z] Analog Return Receiver – High Density
Options:
W FBC Function
0

M

Without FBC Management

With FBC Management

X (1) WDM Options

C

1

2

CWDM

DWDM 100 GHz

DWDM 200 GHz

(1) WDM Wavelength
CWDM Wavelength

27

29

59

61

DWDM ITU Channel

21

22

59

60

1271 nm

1291 nm

1591 nm

1611 nm

1560.61 nm

1559.79 nm

1530.33 nm

1529.55 nm

Z Optical Connector
S

L

SC/APC (2)

LC/APC

Note:

(1) Please omit [X] and [Y] if WDM function is not required.
(2) SC/APC connector is only used to support WDM option, and each module has up to 4 SC/APC ports.

Speak to an expert

We\’re here to help