Wideband 10 MHz-3 GHz

The ViaLite Wideband RF over fiber link has a 10 MHz-3 GHz bandwidth. The link can be used to connect satellite antennas with control rooms, network operation centers or broadcast headends at both IF (70/140) and L-Band HTS. They can also be used to transport cellular, TETRA and WiMax signals into buildings, as well as HF, UHF and VHF signals.

50 Ohm
Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint architectures available
WDM and CWDM options
Transmits any RF signal – regardless of modulation scheme
Transmission distances of 1 m to 50 km
Interfaces with monitor and control (M&C) systems for remote monitoring
5-year warranty as standard

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ViaLiteHD Black, Yellow and Blue OEM modules grouped

RF over Fiber Blue2 Link (angled view showing right side)

ViaLiteHD 1U rack chassis - populated with chassis cards

Ultra-wide dynamic range

One of the link’s key features is its ultra-wide dynamic range. This allows wider bandwidths to be transmitted including the entire 700-2450 MHz. For High Throughput Satellites (HTS), typical bandwidths are 500 and 800 MHz.

Manned from a control room

ViaLiteHD links can be controlled remotely using SNMP or Ethernet, as well as other Ethernet-controlled equipment such as the antenna, converters or amplifiers. This allows multiple antennas to be controlled over fiber from a control room.

Further features and benefits:

Reduced spares.

In satcom, the 10 MHz-3 GHz bandwidth is compatible with both 70/140 IF and L-Band HTS signals – minimizing spares requirement.

Other link options include the ViaLite Ultra Wideband link at 2 kHz – 4.2 GHz.

The Wideband link is available in several formats:

– Single rack chassis card / Dual rack chassis card (Rx/Rx, Tx/Tx or Tx/Rx)

A fully populated 19” 3U ViaLiteHD rack chassis supports up to 26 links and accepts 13 RF cards, plus a Monitoring & Control Module and dual power supply modules. A 1U chassis accepts three RF cards or two RF cards with a Monitoring & Control Module.

– Blue OEM Link

The ViaLite standalone Blue OEM Link offers a compact, single link solution.

– Yellow OEM Link

The Yellow OEM Link has been designed for system integrators and equipment manufacturers to build the link into their own designs.

– Blue2 Link

The Blue2 Link is a dual-solution OEM which can be setup as 2x transmitters, 2x receivers or a transceiver, as required.

– Black OEM Module

The Black OEM module covers a wide frequency range from 10 MHz to 6 GHz, has been designed with harsh environmental conditions in mind and is IP55 rated for outdoor use.

A range of support modules and accessories is also available, including indoor rack chassis units and weatherproof outdoor enclosures.

See our hardware formats guide for more information.

RF Performance Characteristics

	Wideband link
Frequency range	10 – 3000MHz
Impedance	50Ω (SMA connector)
Flatness	± 0.7dB ^t^a
VSWR (50 Ohm)	≤ 2:1 ^t
Maximum input power	+15dBm (without damage)
Gain stability	±0.25dB over 24 hrs
RF link gain (nominal)	0 dB ^a
Input IP3	11dBm ^t^a
Input P1dB	2dBm ^t^a
Noise figure	23dB ^t^a^b
SFDR	110dB/Hz 2/3 ^t^a^b