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XRF4

Universal (Fan-In/Fan-Out) RF Router, 8x8 up to 64x128

XRU4 rear view, 64x128 configuration

The XRU4 is a non-blocking, universal fan-in and fan-out wideband RF router for signals from 40 – 2450MHz. In a mere 4RU form factor, the XRU4 starts from a base 8x8 configuration and is expandable in increments of eight-channel input and/or output cards.

The XRU4 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 XRU4 input modules are also individually software-upgradable to support LNB powering.

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.

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 optional 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 or 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.

Features

  • Simultaneous fan-in/fan-out capabilities
  • Various connector type and impedance options in the same chassis
  • All active components are modular and hot-swappable
  • Optional integrated LNB power supplies with 22kHz LO control
  • Integrated 10" touch screen display and optional built-in spectrum analyzer

Configurations

The XRU4 RF Router supports both fan-in and fan-out (FIFO) configurations on the same router simultaneously. Examples of FIFO configurations are:

Distributive (fan–out) configuration
Combining (fan–in) configuration

Specifications

System

Matrix Sizes 8x8 up to 64x128
System Expansion Expandable in increments of 8 inputs and/or outputs

RF Input

Impedance 75Ω (50Ω optional)
Connector Type BNC (SMA and F-Type also available)

Fiber Optic Input

available with 2307LR modules
Optical Input Female LC/UPC

RF Specifications

Bandwidth 40 – 2450MHz
Input Return Loss > 16dB for 500 – 2450MHz, > 11dB for 40 – 2450MHz
Output Return Loss > 13dB for 500 – 2450MHz, > 10dB for 40 – 2450MHz
Frequency Response ±1.5dB (400 – 2300MHz), ±2.0dB (400 – 2450MHz), ±3.5dB (40 – 2450MHz), ±0.5dB maximum over any 36MHz
OIP3 22dBm @ composite power -5dBm
Noise Figure
Fan-Out Mode 17dB @ 0dB gain, 10dB @ 20dB
Fan-In/FIFO Mode 23dB @ 0dB gain, 16dB @ 8dB
Input Gain
Fan-Out Mode 8dB in 1dB step
Fan-In/FIFO Mode 8dB in 1dB step
Output Gain
Fan-Out Mode 30dB in 1dB step
Fan-In/FIFO Mode 14dB in 1dB step
Isolation > 80dB input to input, > 80dB output to output, > 55dB input to output (40 – 2000MHz), > 47dB input to output (2000 – 2450MHz)
RF Input Power 0dBm to -60dBm
Maximum Output Power 0dBm for Fan Out mode, -2dBm for Fan In mode, -2dBm for FIFO
Input P1dB -1dBm @ 500MHz, 4dBm @ 950MHz, 4dBm @ 1500MHz, 1dBm @ 2150MHz
Group Delay ±2ns
Gain Tracking ±1.0dB

LNB Power

LO Control 22kHz, on/off (selectable)
Voltage 13/18V DC, off (selectable)
Current 400mA
Protection Active: short circuit, overload

Communication & Control

Ethernet SNMP, web browser Rest API
Panels Integrated 10" touch screen panel; CP2116-E, CP2232-E panels available
Software Web, VistaLINK PRO® SNMP NMS and VUE-SW

Electrical

AC Input Auto-ranging, 100 – 240V AC, 50/60Hz
Connector 1x IEC 60320 per power supply
Number 4 (1+1 main PSU, 1+1 LNB PSU)
Maximum Power Consumption 425 watts (64x64 config.), 600 watts (64x128 config.) Configurations are fully routed without LNB power consumption

Physical

Dimensions 18.96" W x 6.96" H x 29.21" D
(482 x 177 x 742mm)

Environmental

Operating Ambient Temperature 0-50°C

Compliance

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

XRU4-FR-64x128 XRU 4RU RF router frame, 192 IO connections. Maximum 64x128 Fan In/Fan Out configuration. 10" integrated LCD touch screen.

Ordering Options

XRF4-FC XRF4 RF router frame controller
XRF4-FC-ASA XRF4 Frame controller with Advanced Integrated spectrum analyzer, which includes built-in carrier monitoring, DVB S/S2/S2X signal demodulation, and constellation display. Accessible locally using 10" touch screen and over the network using web browser.
XRF4-PS XRF4 RF router power supply module
XRU4-8IP 8 channel input card for the XRU4 RF router system, BNC 75Ω connectors
XRU4-8IP-S50 8 channel input card for the XRU4 RF router system, SMA 50Ω connectors
XRU4-8IP-F75 8 channel input card for the XRU4 RF router system, F-Type 75Ω connectors
XRU4-8IP-B50 8 channel input card for the XRU4 RF router system, BNC 50Ω connectors
XRU96 Universal Fan In/Fan Out mid-point module for XRU4-FR-64x128 frame
XRU4-8OP 8 channel output card for the XRU4 RF router system, BNC 75Ω connectors
XRU4-8OP-B50 8 channel output card for the XRU4 RF router system, BNC 50Ω connectors
XRU4-8OP-F75 8 channel output card for the XRU4 RF router system, F-Type 75Ω connectors
XRU4-8OP-S50 8 channel output card for the XRU4 RF router system, SMA 50Ω connectors
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
XRF-8CK-OP XRF/XPRF system 8 output channel software key for expansion beyond 64 output, in block of 8