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AIMA3000 - Return Transmitters 1550 nm

AIMA-RT5S

1550 nm Return Transmitter - Standard
AIMA-RT5S

The RT5S, 1550 nm Return Transmitter – Standard series, is a high-density module with two lasers. It is designed to plug into PBN’s latest Advanced Intelligent Multi-services Access platform – the AIMA3000.

PBN’s RT5S is currently available in either a dual transmitter configuration. It features a full-spectrum advanced return path transmitter designed for multi-services operators (MSOs) to increase network capacity to satisfy an ever-growing subscriber demand for bandwidth. The module’s operating wavelength conforms to ITU standards and it can work with PBN’s Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier Module (EDFA). It provides the utmost flexibility for MSOs during the transition to all-digital.

The RT5S employs an advanced RF circuit design and two high quality independent low-chirp lasers. In addition, it has a cutting-edge optoelectronic design for the delivery of high-quality transmissions, over passive fiber optic networks.

All RT5S models can also be conveniently monitored and controlled through a computer connected to one of the Ethernet ports via the ASMM module. All module settings are retained in non-volatile memory to ensure trouble-free operation. Bulk updating, automatic uploading and downloading of configuration files can be done when using PBN’s NMSE web-based management system.


Plug-and-play with the AIMA3000 platform


High-quality 1550 nm isolated low-chirp analog DFB lasers


RF amplifier gain blocks with advanced GaAs technology for better performance


Conforms to ITU DWDM standards


Frequency response of 5 MHz to 204 MHz


Local laser shutdown via web interface


Totally independent and controllable circuits in one module slot


Alarm monitoring via ASMM web interface and PBN NMSE



Automatic thermo-cooler control (ATC) for a consistent laser temperature


Automatic power control (APC) for maintaining a consistent amount of power amplification for each wavelength


Remote firmware upgrade and auto upload/download of configuration files through ASMM web interface or using PBN's NMSE


Bulk firmware updates through PBN's NMSE


Fully FCC, CE and RCM compliant


Optical Performance
Optical wavelength ITU standard wavelength
Optical outputs 2
Output power 10 dBm
Optical connector SC/APC, FC/APC, LC/APC, E2000/APC
Laser RIN
< -155 dB/Hz

 

RF Performance
RF bandwidth 5 MHz to 204 MHz
RF flatness ± 0.5 dB
RF input return loss > 16 dB
RF input level (1) 15 ~ 25 dBmV per channel
RF impedance 75 Ω
RF test point relative to RF input port -20 dB ± 1 dB
Isolation between transmitters > 60 dB
RF input connectors 2 x GSK-type female
RF test points 4 x Mini-SMB (2)
Alarms and laser status  Front-panel LEDs, SNMP Traps

 

Link Performance (3)
CNR > 51 dB
IMD2 > 54.5 dB

 

General
Power supply Powered via AIMA3000 backplane
Power consumption <15.0 W
Operating temperature  -5 ℃ to +55℃
Storage temperature -25 ℃ to +70 ℃
Dimensions (WxDxH) 24.6 x 410 x 152.5 mm
Weight 0.88 kg
Supported network management options PBN’s NMSE or through ASMM’s Web Interface

Notes

(1) dBuV= 60 + dBmV
(2) Four mini-SMB connectors on front panel: 2 RF inputs test ports and 2 to measure RF input before the laser.
​(3) Measured in a typical system with 4 channels signal source (11.5 MHz, 26.5 MHz, 45.5 MHz and 58.5 MHz), -2 dBm, 6 % OMI, 10 km fiber. IMD2 is measured at 15 MHz and 38 MHz.

A-RT5S-[V]-[W]-[X1X2]-[Y]-[Z] 1550 nm Return Transmitter – Standard
Options:
V Number of Optical Ports
D Dual (2)
W Optical Output Power
04

08

09

10

4 dBm (2.5 mW)

8 dBm (6.3 mW)

9 dBm (8 mW)

10 dBm (10 mW)

X1X2 (1)(2)
First Channel   Last Channel
21

22

23

24

25

27

29

31

33

35

58

59

192.1 THz (1560.61 nm)

192.2 THz (1559.79 nm)

192.3 THz (1558.98 nm)

192.4 THz (1558.17 nm)

192.5 THz (1557.36 nm)

192.7 THz (1555.75 nm)

192.9 THz (1554.13 nm)

193.1 THz (1552.52 nm)

193.3 THz (1550.92 nm)

193.5 THz (1549.32 nm)

195.8 THz (1531.12 nm)

159.9 THz (1530.33 nm)

Y Optical Connector Type
S

F

L

E

SC/APC

FC/APC

LC/APC

E2000/APC

Z Bandwidth
20 5 ~ 204 MHz

Notes
(1) Default spacing is 100 GHz. For other wavelength configurations not listed, please contact PBN.
(2) X1 is first channel and X2 is second channel

Examples:
Dual X1X2 O1O2, O1O1

Contact PBN Representatives for detailed optical channel information.

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