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sales@vialite.comL-Band HTS 700-2450 MHz
The ViaLite L-Band HTS link (700-2450 MHz) covers distances of 1 m to 50 km and is the most commonly used RF over fiber link in Satellite Communications. A Long Distance Link DWDM system up to 600 km is also available.
- Transmission distances of up to 10 km (1310 nm) and up to 50 km (1550 nm)
- Ideal for 500, 800 and full 1500 MHz bandwidths used in High Throughput Satellites (HTS)
- Designed for Satcom – RF and fiber connections on the rear
- 13/18 V and 22 kHz tone LNB control
- True Plug and Play
- 50 and 75 ohm
- Superior linearity and low noise
- SNMP or web GUI interface for easy set-up, remote monitoring or control
- 5-year warranty as standard
For hyper-wide dynamic range, please see L-Band HTS 700-2450 MHz – HWDR.
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Plug and Play
The links can be either plug-in or blind mate and are completely plug and play, enabling simple installation.
The rack chassis cards can be positioned in any slot of a ViaLite 19” rack and can be mixed with 70-140 MHz, 10 MHz and in Tx and Rx configurations.
Ultra-wide dynamic range
One of the link’s key features is the ultra-wide dynamic range. This allows wider bandwidths to be transmitted. For example, 500 to 800 MHz signals typically used in High Throughput Satellites (HTS). Demand for increased capacity in satellite communication continues to drive the industry to use HTS at these higher frequencies.
RF and Digital
As with all the links, it is possible to have a 20 kb/s serial digital channel multiplexed in with the RF signal. This allows for control of other equipment such as antenna controllers, BUCs or converters.
1:1 Redundancy
To ensure five nines reliability, the links are available in a full 1:1 redundancy configuration, in both rack mount and outdoor enclosures, using ViaLite splitters and switches.
Other link options include L-Band HTS + Reference links (integrating 5-50 MHz reference signals) and ViaLite Long Distance DWDM links, which cover distances between 0-600 km.
The ViaLiteHD L-Band HTS link is typically used to connect antennas to:
- Groundstation control rooms
- Broadcasters in the field
- Broadcast headends
- Network operation centers
- Troops in military theater.
Hardware formats
The L-Band HTS RF over fiber 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.
– Blue2 Link
The Blue2 Link is a dual-solution OEM which can be setup as 2x transmitters, 2x receivers or a transceiver, as required.
– Yellow OEM Link
The Yellow OEM Link has been designed for system integrators and equipment manufacturers to build the link into their own designs.
– 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.
Options include:
- 50Ω electrical connectors: SMA, MCX (only available on modules)
- 75Ω electrical connectors: BNC, MCX (only available on modules), F-Type
- Optical connectors: SC/APC, FC/APC & E2000/APC as standard
- Flat polished PC connectors and dual isolated lasers are available on request
- 1310/1550nm and ITU CWDM wavelengths
- Test ports on Tx and Rx modules
- Blind mate connectivity (SC/APC and SMA/BNC)
- LNB control with 13/18VDC & 22kHz tone through RF connection
- Serial digital channel to 20kb/s on same optical path.
L-Band HTS – 50 Ohm 0-10 km
HRT-L1-8R-33-S1310
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1310 nm
HRU-L1-8R-53-S1310
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1310 nm with switchable LNB control 13/18/22 v & 22 KHz tone
HRR-L1-8R-03
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module
L-Band HTS – 75 Ohm 0-10 km
HRT-L3-8R-38-S1310
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1310 nm
HRT-L3-8R-58-S1310
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1310 nm with switchable LNB control 13/18/22 V & 22 KHz tone
HRR-L3-8R-08
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module
L-Band HTS – 50 Ohm 50 km
HRT-L1-8R-33-S1550
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1550nm
HRR-L1-8R-03
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module
L-Band HTS – 75 Ohm 50 km
HRT-L3-8R-38-S1550
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1550 nm
HRU-L3-8R-08
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module
L-Band HTS – 50 Ohm CWDM
HRT-L1-8R-33-C1610
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1610 nm
HRR-L1-8R-03
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 50 Ohm SMA, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module
L-Band HTS – 75 Ohm CWDM
HRT-L3-6R-58-C1610
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module, Wavelength 1610 nm
HRU-L3-8R-08
L-Band HTS (700-2450 MHz) 75 Ohm BNC, Singlemode SC/APC, Rack plug-in module
Please see appropriate datasheets (found under Downloads tab) for full specs, including notes.
RF Performance Characteristics
| L-band HTS link (50Ω) | L-band HTS link (75Ω) | |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency range | 700-2450 MHz | 700-2450 MHz |
| Impedance, RF connector | 50Ω SMA, blind mate | 75Ω BNC, blind mate |
| VSWR | 1:1.5 (typ) | 1:1.5 (typ) |
| Link gain (Tx /Rx), default | +9 +/- 1.5 dB (typ) | +3 (-11/+14) dB (typ) |
| Flatness (full band) | ±0.5 dB (typ) | ±0.6 dB (typ) |
| Gain stability | 0.25 @ 24hrs dB (typ) | 0.25 @ 24hrs dB (typ) |
| P1dB input | -1 dBm (typ) | 0 dBm (typ) |
| IP3 input | 11 dBm (typ) | 12 dBm (typ) |
| Noise figure | 20 dB (typ) | 21 dB (typ) < |
| SFDR | 110 dB/Hz ⅔ (typ) | 110 dB/Hz ⅔ (typ) |
| Maximum input power | 15 dBm (min) | 15 dBm (min) |
Optical Performance Characteristics
| L-band HTS link (50Ω) | L-band HTS link (75Ω) | |
|---|---|---|
| Laser type | Distributed feedback (DFB) laser | Distributed feedback (DFB) laser |
| Optical wavelength | 1310nm ± 20nm | See respective datasheet |
| Optical power output | 4.5 dBm (typ) | 4.5 dBm (typ) |
Temperature Characteristics
| L-Band HTS link | |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to +60 °C e |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C to +70 °C |
e Datasheet parameters based on temperature range -10 °C to +50 °C, refer to user manual for performance parameters at -20 °C to +60 °C.
All L-Band HTS links are 700-2450 MHz.
L-Band HTS (version 1)
L-Band HTS DWDM (version 5)
Blue2 Link 9-Way Datasheet (version HRx-xx-xQZ-2)
Blue2 Link 15-Way Datasheet (version HRx-xx-xP-W-3)
Blue OEM Datasheet (version HRx-xx-xM-DS-4)
Blue OEM Power Supply Datasheet (version HPS-CB-xx-DS-1)
Yellow OEM Datasheet (version HRx-xx-xN-DS-3)
ViaLiteHD RF Link Handbook (version HRx-HB-9)
