Mil-Aero 6 GHz Link Pair

ViaLite’s new Mil-Aero link pair is a P, L, S and C-Band combined application with standard and high gain options, covering 10 MHz to 6 GHz. The Mil-Aero RF over fiber link pair is optimized for use in Mil-Aero applications such as Boresight and Air Force Base communications and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT).

10 MHz to 6 GHz link pair
High gain and high output options
Multiple packaging configurations
IP55 rated
High SFDR
Low noise figure
Connectivity for M&C
Antenna fault detection (AFD)
Supports > 10 km to 50 km distances
-20 to + 60 °C operating temp.
5-year warranty

Datasheets

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The link pair electrical performance is optimized for excellent balance between a low noise figure (NF), high P1dB CP and an industry leading Spurious Free Dynamic Range (SFDR). With each link pair comprising transmitter and receiver, it is possible to further adjust the gain parameters from the factory default settings to optimize the link performance.

ViaLite’s Mil-Aero link pair comes in various hardware formats, such as stand-alone OEM modules (Blue and Black) and chassis rack cards. Chassis rack cards are managed and configured via a site controller which utilizes SNMP and web interface, whereas stand-alone modules are field configurable via USB serial cable.

Outdoor Enclosures

When harsh environmental conditions are a design consideration, the IP55 rated Black OEM can be used, or the Blue OEM modules can be installed within a variety of ViaLite outdoor enclosures, such as the 2 module ODE-MINI or the 4 module ODE-A4.

Adding the Blue modules to the ODE-MINI enclosure provides ‘carrier grade’ features, such as link redundancy, power redundancy, monitoring and control. The IP65 rated enclosure can house two modules, allowing it to be fitted with two transmitter modules, two receiver modules or one of each. SNMP is optional and can be added for remote monitoring and control of the links at the outdoor location.

The Mil-Aero Link is suitable for:

Defense and Military Aerospace
Telemetry, boresights, missile tracking and testing
Radar and Electronic Warfare (EW) simulation
Tethered systems and UAVs for remote sensing and monitoring
Air Force Base communications
Signals Intelligence (SIGINT)
Cellular and Network Timing
Critical Comms and Disaster Recovery. – It may, in example, be used by coast guards for disaster recovery.

	Standard Gain Link HRT-Y1-xx-04-C1550 HRR-Y1-xx-05	High Gain Link HRT-Y1-xx-01-C1550 HRR-Y1-xx-05	High Output Link HRT-Y1-xx-04-C1550 HRR-Y1-xx-03
Frequency (typ.)	20 MHz to 6 GHz (1 dB Pt) 10 MHz to 7 GHz (4 dB Pt)	20 MHz to 6 GHz (1 dB Pt) 10 MHz to 7 GHz (4 dB Pt)	20 MHz to 6 GHz (1 dB Pt) 10 MHz to 7 GHz (4 dB Pt)
Input P1dB (typ. @ 1500 MHz)	0 dBm	-15 dBm	0 dBm
IP3 (typ. @ 1500 MHz)	10 dBm	-5 dBm	10 dBm
Gain Slope	<-0.35 dB /GHz	<-0.35 dB /GHz	<-0.40 dB /GHz
Gain Ripple	< +/-1 dB	< +/-1 dB	< +/-1.2 dB
Gain Adjustment from Nominal	+5 dB to -9.5 dB 0.5 dB attenuation steps	+5 dB to -9.5 dB 0.5 dB attenuation steps	+5 dB to -9.5 dB 0.5 dB attenuation steps
Nominal Link Gain (typ.)	+5 dB Gain Tx -10dB, Rx +15dB P/N Tx = 04, P/N Rx = 05	+20 dB Gain Tx +5dB, Rx +15dB P/N Tx = 01, Rx = 05	+10 dB Gain Tx -10dB, Rx +20dB P/N Tx = 04, Rx = 03
Impedance	50 ohm	50 ohm	50 ohm
Noise Figure (typ. @ 1500 MHz)	20 dB	10 dB	20 dB
Isolation (typ.)	>60 dB	>60 dB	>60 dB
VSWR (typ.)	1.5:1	1.5:1	1.5:1
Gain Stability over Temperature (typ.) ^a	+/-3 dB	+/-3 dB	+/-3 dB
SFDR (typ. @ 1500 MHz) SFDR (typ. @ 5 GHz)	109 dB/Hz(2/3) 104 dB/Hz(2/3)	109 dB/Hz(2/3) 104 dB/Hz(2/3)	109 dB/Hz(2/3) 104 dB/Hz(2/3)
Additional control features	Software controllable parameters via USB-C (Black & Blue OEM), p/n 55058 Software controllable parameters via SNMP (Rack card) Antenna Fault Detection (AFD), senses LNA current feed
Maximum RF input power without damage	+20 dBm (min)
Operating temperature	-20 °C to +60 °C (OEM Modules)
Humidity	0-95% non-condensing
Cooling	Convection
Power consumption	Transmitter: 1.8 W typical Receiver: 1.2 W typical
DC Input voltage	OEM Modules Only 8-15 V, 12 V nominal (>18 V damage)
Power supply compatibility	Blue OEM p/n 73502 +12 VDC PSU Black OEM p/n 73955 OEM power connector, 2 m cable, bare wire end Black OEM p/n 70094 IP55 rated enclosure with +12 VDC PSU, requires AC main connection
RF module Types	Rack Chassis Card: 1xTX, 1xRX, 2xTX, 2xRX, 1xTRX Blue OEM Module: 1xTX, 1xRX Black OEM Module: IP55 Rated 1xTX or 1xRX

^a measured across a temperature window of 40 °C

ViaLite’s Mil-Aero link pair comes in various hardware formats, including OEM modules and chassis rack cards.

Chassis rack cards are managed and configured via a site controller which utilizes SNMP and web interface. Stand-alone modules are field configurable via USB serial cable.

Rack Chassis Card

Chassis cards are used in ViaLiteHD rack chassis units (3U / 1U).

Card size: 179mm x 25.4mm x 133mm

A 3U ViaLiteHD rack chassis is equipped with dual redundant power supplies and an SNMP network control module. The chassis accepts up to 13 cards and, if dual cards are used, can support up to 26 links.

13 chassis cards per 3U rack chassis
Single Rx or Tx cards
Dual cards (Rx/Rx, Rx/Tx and Tx/Tx) allows 26 links per chassis
SNMP monitor and control
Blind mate
1310, 1550, CWDM & DWDM options
Hot swappable
On-card WDM multiplexing allows two signals on a single fiber
On-card LNA/LNB power feed options.

Please see our Rack Chassis product page for more information.

Blue OEM

Ideal for simple links
Can be used as a standalone, compact link solution
Or, can be integrated into an existing system
Small form factor: 69mm x 43mm x 21.5mm
1310, 1550, CWDM options
Available with a variety of connector options, depending on the link
Removable backplate allows for both front and back mounting
Dedicated power supply enables the module to operate as a standalone link.

Blue OEM Link Datasheet

Using a Blue OEM for GPS/GNSS timing or Broadcast? You may be interested in our No Power Supply Needed! article.

ViaLite supplies an optional DIN Rail Mounting Kit (complete with bracket, thermal pad and fixings) for vertically storing Blue OEM modules. View picture. The kit can be used in existing enclosures/housings and for wall-mounting where a DIN Rail is present (contact us for more details).

Black OEM

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. It can be used in a wide variety of applications: Mil-Aero, Broadcast, Satcom, GPS/Timing (see 6 GHz Link).