Présentation du produit
PL3600A broadband RF Amplifier is designed for fiber deeper HFC networks. PL3600A broadband RF Amplifier has two high level RF outputs that can be split to four lower level output ports. All attenuation and equalization changes will be set using standard JXP type pads. PL3600A broadband RF Amplifier will be field upgradable from a forward only to a forward and reverse path product.
Caractéristiques
Forward Path Characteristics
| Paramètres | Unité | Valeur | Remarque |
| Gamme de fréquences | MHz | 54 ~ 1002 | Différentes répartitions sont disponibles |
| Gagner | dB | 42 | Version à 2 ports |
| Gagner | dB | 38.5 | Version à 4 ports |
| Inclinaison interne | dB | 12±1 | @1002MHz |
| Platitude | dB | ±0,75 | -40℃ ~ +60℃ |
| Gain Thermal Stability | dB | ±1,5 | Under -40℃ ~ +60℃, output level is maintained and flatness is ±0.75dB over this temperature range. |
| Perte de retour de sortie | dB | ≥16 | |
| Connecteur RF | / | 5/8” ou PG11 | Échangeable |
| Sortie RF TP | dB | -20±1 (avec jmpr) | Par rapport au port de sortie RF, TP est un connecteur de type F femelle. |
| dB | -16,5±1(w/spltr) | ||
| Planéité du point de test | dB | ±0,75 | Version à 2 ports |
| dB | ±1 | Version à 4 ports | |
| Perte de retour du point de test | dB | ≥16 | |
| Isolement | dB | 40 | In band, loop isolation |
| dB | 20 | Out of band, loop isolation | |
| dB | 15 | Crossover band, loop isolation | |
| Condition de test de distorsion : sortie RF | dBmV | 50 | version à 2 ports |
| dBmV | 46.5 | version 4 ports | |
| Condition de test de distorsion : Inclinaison | dB | 12±1 | @1002MHz, cable tilt. |
| CTB | dBc | 67 | 79NTSC |
| OSC | dBc | 65 | 79NTSC |
| Modulation croisée | dBc | 62 | 79NTSC |
| Figure de bruit | dB | <9 | |
| HUM | dB | 65 | @10A |
Return Path Characteristics
| Paramètres | Unité | Valeur | Remarque |
| Gamme de fréquences | MHz | 5 ~ 42 | Différentes répartitions sont disponibles |
| Gagner | dB | 23 | Sans interrupteur à trois états |
| Inversion de la planéité | dB | ±0,75 | |
| Inclinaison inversée interne | dB | 0 | ±0,5 dB |
| Figure de bruit | 10 dB | Without 3-state switch, 2 ports output. | |
| Point de test d'entrée | dB | -20 (avec pull) | Par rapport au port d'entrée RF, marge de ±1 dB,
TP est un connecteur de type F femelle |
| dB | -23,5 (avec répartiteur) | ||
| TP Flatness | dB | ±1,0 | |
| Perte de retour inverse | dB | ≥16 | |
| HUM | dB | 65 | @10A, Utilisation de la méthode matricielle |
Caractéristiques générales
| Paramètres | Unité | Valeur | Remarque |
| Température de fonctionnement | ℃ | -40 ~ +60 | |
| Température de stockage | ℃ | -40 ~ +85 | |
| Ports de sortie | / | 2 ou 4 | avec séparateur |
| Surtension | kV | ±6 | Onde combinée IEEE C62.41, 1,2/50 µs |
| Égaliseurs avant | / | Module d'extension (avec JXP ATT) | |
| Égaliseurs de retour | / | Module d'extension (avec JXP ATT) | Sera construit sur la base d'une répartition de fréquences différente |
| Compensation thermique | / | Oui | Built on board and only for Amplifier over TEMP compensation |
| Tension d'entrée CA | VAC | 40 à 90 | Alimentation par ligne |
| Efficacité | % | >80 | |
| Consommation électrique | W | ≤35 | With Return path module |
| Transmission du pouvoir | A | 10 ou 15 échangeables | 15 A ou 20 A pendant 2 heures à 60 °C, aucune dégradation n'est requise pour 10 A ou 15 A respectivement. |
| Résistance à l'eau et à la poussière | / | IP68 | |
| Dimensions du logement | mm | 333*208*136 | Logement extérieur Strand |
| Carton d'emballage | mm | 370*270*220 | |
| Poids | 6Kg |
Welcome to enquiry our PL3600A Broadband RF Amplifier.
PL3600A: 1.2GHz High-Performance GaN Broadband RF Amplifier
Designed for DOCSIS 3.1 architectures, the PL3600A combines GaN efficiency with 1.2GHz bandwidth to deliver massive data capacity over deep-fiber HFC networks.
- DOCSIS 3.1 Ready (1.2GHz): Le PL3600A broadband RF amplifier expands your network capacity with support for up to 1200MHz bandwidth, ensuring full compatibility with multi-gigabit data services and expanded digital channel lineups.
- GaN + GaAs Hybrid Technology: En utilisant Gallium Nitride (GaN) power doubling technology, this amplifier achieves higher output levels and superior thermal efficiency compared to traditional GaAs-only designs, significantly reducing overall network power consumption.
- Triple Control Modes (AGC/MGC/Thermal): Offers ultimate operational flexibility with selectable Contrôle automatique de gain (AGC), Manual Gain Control (MGC), or Thermal Compensation modes to maintain rock-solid signal stability across volatile outdoor temperature swings.
- Modular Forward & Reverse Paths: Features a field-upgradable architecture. Start with a forward-only configuration and easily add a high-gain reverse path module (5-42/65/85/204MHz splits available) as your upstream bandwidth demand grows.
- Enhanced Surge & ESD Protection: Engineered with improved ±6kV surge protection and a precision thermal circuit for over-temperature compensation, guaranteeing long-term hardware reliability in the harshest outdoor environments.
Technical FAQ: PL3600A Broadband RF Amplifier
Q1: Why is GaN technology superior for 1.2GHz HFC networks?
UN: As frequencies push toward 1.2GHz, signal loss increases. GaN (Gallium Nitride) allows the PL3600A broadband RF amplifier to provide higher gain and higher output levels with better linearity and lower noise than GaAs, which is critical for maintaining high MER/BER in DOCSIS 3.1 systems.
Q2: Can the PL3600A be configured for 4-port output?
UN: Yes. The PL3600A features a flexible internal splitting architecture. It can be configured as a high-power 2-port amplifier (42dB gain) or, by using internal splitters, as a 4-port distribution amplifier (38.5dB gain) to suit different neighborhood distribution densities.
Q3: How does the plug-in JXP pad system simplify maintenance?
UN: Like all Premlink professional-grade equipment, the PL3600A broadband RF amplifier uses standardized JXP-style plug-in pads for all attenuation and equalization settings. This eliminates the need for expensive proprietary components and allows technicians to balance the entire HFC plant with a single set of universal spare parts.
Upgrading to DOCSIS 3.1?
If your network roadmap requires extended spectrum above 1.2GHz or specific high-split return paths, pair this amplifier with our
PL3100A Series
for a comprehensive HFC coverage solution.
