- RF Router Series
The XRF4 is a non-blocking, high-density wideband RF router for signals from 40 – 2450MHz. In a mere 4RU form factor, the XRF4 starts from a base 8x8 configuration and is expandable in increments of eight-channel input and/or output cards. The XRF4 platform features a modular hot-swappable architecture, built-in 10" touch screen control panel and redundant power supplies and frame controllers. Optional features include direct fiber input modules, integrated spectrum analyzer and more. The XRF4 IO modules are individually software-upgradable to support LNB powering and/or automatic gain control.
Features
- Performance • Industry's best performing large-capacity router with superior frequency response, isolation, return loss and noise figure to preserve signal margin.
- Flexibility • Various connector options, adjustable gain and direct fiber options offer flexibility to meet any application requirement. Built-in gain allows expansion up to 512x1024 using Evertz' passive splitters & combiners with no added point of failure.
- Reliability • All active components are modular and hot-swappable, facilitating quick serviceability and maximum uptime.
- LNB Powering • Optional integrated LNB power supplies with 22kHz LO control, individually controllable on all inputs. Active current protection, advanced monitoring/alarming and automatic recovery per port.
- Monitoring & Control • Integrated 10" touch screen display and built-in spectrum analyzer allow quick control and monitoring of all routes using customizable graphical user interfaces. User-friendly web browser provides access to all router controls and monitoring using Evertz' own VistaLINK PRO third-party compatible SNMP software. Immediate control and monitoring of routes, gain, threshold adjustments, RF power levels and LNB current values using Evertz' own MAGNUM control software.
Specifications
System | |
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| Matrix Sizes | 8x8 up to maximum frame configurations |
| System Expansion | Inputs and/or outputs expandable in increments of 8; expansion beyond maximum configuration is achievable with additional frames and passive splitters / combiners |
RF Input | |
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| Impedance | 75Ω (50Ω optional) |
| Connector Type | BNC (SMA and F-Type also available) |
| Output Gain Range | -20dB to +20dB in 1dB steps |
| Absolute Maximum RF Input Power | |
| 75Ω | +20dBm |
| 50Ω | +13dBm |
Fiber Optic InputAvailable with 2307LR modules | |
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| Optical Input | Female LC/UPC |
RF Specifications | |
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| Bandwidth | 40 – 2450MHz |
| Frequency Response | ±1.0dB typ. (950 – 2250MHz); ±1.5dB typ. ±2.0dB max. (45 – 2400MHz); ±2.0dB typ. (40 – 2450MHz); ±0.25dB typ. ±0.5dB max. over any 36MHz bandwidth |
| Isolation | > 80dB output to output > 80dB input to input > 70dB input to output (> 57dB min.) |
| RF Input Power | 0dBm to -60dBm |
| Maximum RF Output Power | -5dBm |
| Input P1dB | +6dB |
| OIP3 | +22dBm @ -10dB input > +12dBm @ -20dB input |
| Input Return Loss | > 16dBm min. |
| Output Return Loss | > 20dBm min. |
| Noise Figure | ≤ 21dB @ 0dB output gain ≤ 18dB @ 10dB output gain |
| Group Delay | ±1.5ns |
| Gain Tracking | ±1.0dB |
LNB Power | |
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| LO Control | 22kHz, on/off (selectable) |
| Voltage | 13/18V DC, off (selectable) |
| Current | 400mA |
| Protection | Active: short circuit, overload |
Communication & Control | |
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| Ethernet | SNMP, Quartz protocol, web browser |
| Panels | Integrated 10" touch screen panel, CP2116-E, CP2232-E panels available |
| Software | Web, VistaLINK PRO® SNMP NMS and VUE-SW |
Electrical | |
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| Notes | • Configurations are fully routed without LNB power consumption |
| AC Input | Auto-ranging, 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
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| Connector | 1x IEC 60320 per PS |
| Number | 4 (1+1 main PSU, 1+1 LNB PSU) |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 220 watts (8x8 config.), 425 watts (64x64 config.), 530 watts (64x128 config.) |
Physical | |
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| Dimensions | 18.96" W x 6.96" H x 29.21" D (482mm W x 177mm H x 742mm D) |
Environmental | |
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| Operating Ambient Temperature | 0-50°C |
Compliance | |
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| Safety | NEMKO listed, CB scheme, complies with EU safety directives |
| EMC/EMI | Class A, complies with ICES-003, FCC part 15 SUB B, EU EMC/EMI directives |
Ordering Information
| XRF4-FR-64x128 | XRF 4RU router frame, 192 IO connections, with 10" Integrated LCD touch screen |
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| XRF4-FR-128x64 | XRF 4RU router frame, 128x64 Maximum configuration, 192 IO connections, with 10" Integrated LCD touch screen |
| XRF4S-FR-64x64 | XRF 4RU router frame, 128 IO connections, Maximum 64x64 configuration. 10" Integrated LCD touch screen |
| XRF4S-FR-32x96 | XRF4 4RU router frame, 128 IO connections. Maximum 32x96 configuration. 10" integrated LCD touch screen |
| XRF4S-FR-96x32 | XRF4 4RU router frame, 128 IO connections. Maximum 96x32 configuration. 10" integrated LCD touch screen |
Accessories | |
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| XRF4-FC | XRF4 RF router frame controller |
| XRF4-FC-SA | Frame controller with integrated spectrum analyzer for the XRF4 router system. Accessible locally using 10" touch screen or over the network using web browser |
| XRF4-PS | XRF4 RF router power supply module |
| 2307LR | Miniature L-Band/Wideband fiber receiver |
| XRF4-FK-8LNB | XRF4 platform feature key to enable 13/18V LNB powering +22kHz tone on 8 inputs |
Non-S Version Frame Options | |
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| XRF96 | XRF4 system mid-point module |
| XRF4-8IP | 8-channel input card for XRF RF router system, BNC 75Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8IP-F75 | 8-channel input card for XRF RF router system, F-Type 75Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8IP-B50 | 8-channel input card for XRF RF router system, BNC 50Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8IP-S50 | 8-channel input card for XRF RF router system, SMA 50Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8OP | 8-channel output card for XRF RF router system, BNC 75Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8OP-F75 | 8-channel output card for XRF RF router system, F-Type 75Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8OP-B50 | 8-channel output card for XRF RF router system, BNC 50Ω connectors |
| XRF4-8OP-S50 | 8-channel output card for XRF RF router system, SMA 50Ω connectors |
S Version Frame Options | |
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| XRFS96 | XRF4 system mid-point module for XRF4S-FR frame |
| XRF4S-8IP | 8-channel input card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 75Ω BNC connectors |
| XRF4S-8IP-F75 | 8-channel input card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 75Ω F-Type connectors |
| XRF4S-8IP-B50 | 8-channel input card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 50Ω BNC connectors |
| XRF4S-8IP-S50 | 8-channel input card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 50Ω SMA connectors |
| XRF4S-8OP | 8-channel output card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 75Ω BNC connectors |
| XRF4S-8OP-F75 | 8-channel output card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 75Ω F-Type connectors |
| XRF4S-8OP-B50 | 8-channel output card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 50Ω BNC connectors |
| XRF4S-8OP-S50 | 8-channel output card for XRF4S-FR RF Router System, 50Ω SMA connectors |