Product Overview
PL2000C XGS-PON CATV EDFA optical amplifer is a new generation EYDFA in CATV industry. It has unique back reflection function for FTTH XGS-PON CATV EDFA.
This type of XGS-PON CATV EDFA optical amplifier is 1U rack mount, 1550nm wavelength input, available for upto 64ports PON Pass through, with optical switch.
Block Diagram & Panel Overview
Block Diagram
PL2000C XGS-PON CATV EDFA Optical Amplifier Block Diagram
Front and Rear Overview
| No. | Description | No. | Description |
| 1 | Power Supply 1 | 7 | Grounding |
| 2 | Power Supply 2 | 8 | XGSPON & GPON Pass Port |
| 3 | Touchscreen LCD | 9 | COM Port |
| 4 | RJ45 Port | 10 | Handle |
| 5 | Optical Input Power Port | 11 | Fans |
| 6 | Test Port |
Touchscreen LCD Overview

PL2000C XGS-PON CATV EDFA Optical Amplifier
Specifications
| Optical Characteristics | ||
| Parameter | Unit | Value |
| Optical Input Wavelength | nm | 1545 ~ 1565 |
| Optical Input Power | dBm | -10~+10 |
| Output Optical Power | dBm | Upto 40dBm |
| Typical Output Power | dBm | ≥ 18 |
| Port Numbers | — | 1~256 |
| Output Power Tolerance | dB | ± 0.5 |
| Port Uniformity | dB | ± 0.7 |
| Noise Figure | dB | ≤ 5.5 |
| Optical Test Port | dB | -5~+5 |
| Return Loss Input/Output | dB | ≥ 45 |
| Isolation Output ► Input | dB | ≥ 40 |
| Polarization Dependence | dB | ≤ 0.3 |
- Noise figure at 0 dBm input power, nominal output power and signal wavelength 1550 nm.
| XGS-PON+GPON Characteristics | ||
| Parameter | Unit | Value |
| GPON Center Wavelengths | nm | 1310/1490 |
| XG(S)-PON Center Wavelengths | nm | 1270 / 1577 |
| GPON + XG(S)-PON Center Wavelengths | nm | 1270 /1310/1490/1577 |
| Insertion Loss | dB | ≤ 1 |
| Isolation CATV ► PON | dB | 30 @ 1545~1565 nm |
| Isolation COM ► PON | dB | 15 @ 1545~1565 nm |
| Return Loss | dB | ≥ 45 |
| Optical Switch for 2 Inputs | ||
| Parameter | Unit | Value |
| Insertion Loss | dB | < 1 |
| Crosstalk | dB | ≤ -55 |
| Repeatability | dB | ± 0.05 |
| Switch Time | ms | ≤ 10 |
| Return Loss | dB | ≥ 50 |
| General Characteristics | ||
| Parameter | Unit | Value |
| Power Supply | pcs | 2 (1 default, 1 optional) |
| Chassis Type | — | 1U, 2U, 3U 19’’ Rack Mounted |
| AC Input Voltage | Vac | 90~132 or 176~264 |
| DC Input Voltage | Vdc | 36~ 72 |
| Power Consumption | W | ≤75 |
| Dimension (W x H x D) | mm | 484*44*385 (1U) |
| mm | 484*88*336 or 484*88*416 (2U) | |
| Operating Temperature Range | °C | -5~+60 |
| Management Interface | |
| Parameter | Value |
| Data Link Layer | Ethernet 10/100 Base-T |
| Network Layer | IPv4, ICMP |
| Transport Layer | UDP, TCP |
| Application Layer | SNMPv1/v2c, DHCP, Web |
| Connectors | 10/100 Base-T |
| Front Panel Management | 3.5” 480 x 320 Color Touch Screen LCD for 2U and 3U
2.4” 320 x 240 Color Touch Screen LCD for 1U |
| Control Mode | |
| Parameter | Value |
| Stabilization Mode | Pump Current |
| Output Optical Power | |
| Optical Gain | |
| Automatic Pump Shutdown Mode | Low Input Power (LOS) |
Welcome to send inquiry to our PL2000C XGS-PON CATV EDFA optical amplifier
PL2000C: Advanced EDFA Optical Amplifier for XGS-PON
A high-stability 1550nm Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier featuring an integrated optical switch for carrier-grade redundancy.
- Multi-PON Integration: Built-in WDM for 1270/1310/1490/1577nm, supporting both GPON and 10G XG(S)-PON coexistently.
- Input Redundancy: Optional Optical Switch for 2 inputs, ensuring seamless transition and high network availability.
- Precision Control: Features the industry-leading touchscreen GUI for real-time monitoring and APC/AGC/ACC stabilization modes.
- Laser Safety: Equipped with a Back Reflection Power Meter and Automatic Pump Shutdown (LOS) to protect premium pump lasers.
- Remote Management: Full SNMP managed PON EDFA capabilities with Web browser access for remote configuration.
Technical FAQ: EDFA Optical Amplifier
Q1: What makes the PL2000C a reliable EDFA optical amplifier for FTTH networks?
A: The PL2000C is a high-performance 1550nm EDFA that integrates XGS-PON WDM. Its low noise figure (≤5.5dB) and dual-redundant power supplies make it ideal for delivering clear CATV signals across large-scale FTTx distribution networks.
Q2: Does this amplifier support 10G-PON (XGS-PON) integration?
A: Yes. This XGS-PON CATV EDFA optical amplifier is designed with internal WDM filters that pass 1270nm and 1577nm wavelengths. It allows seamless integration of 10G-PON data with 1550nm CATV signals on a single fiber.
Q3: What is the benefit of the built-in Optical Switch?
A: The optional 2-input optical switch allows the EDFA to connect to two separate optical sources. If the primary input fails, it switches to the backup in ≤10ms, providing a robust redundancy solution for mission-critical video services.
Q4: Can I monitor the back reflection power in real-time?
A: Absolutely. The PL2000C includes a built-in Back Reflection Power Meter. You can view reflection levels on the touchscreen LCD or via SNMP TRAP, allowing you to identify fiber connector issues before they damage the amplifier.
Expert Selection Tip for 1GHz/1.2GHz Networks
If your project is a dedicated CATV-only deployment and does not require OLT (GPON/XGSPON) signal integration, we recommend our
High Power EDFA Series
for maximum output efficiency and superior linearity in 1GHz/1.2GHz HFC networks.

