openGear® OPG-1L 50 MHz – 2.3 GHz
RF Fiber Optic Link
DATASHEET | OCTOBER 2013
SATCOM
EMCORE’s openGear® OPG-1L RF Fiber Optic Links are optimized
to perform in the 50 MHz to 2.3 GHz frequency range providing
transparent signal transport for satellite antenna applications on an
open architecture platform.
The OPG-1L transmitter and receiver modules may be housed in the
same chassis as EMCORE’S openGear® HD video, audio, serial data
and USB extension / distribution cards, allowing full monitoring and control of
each module via the DashBoard Network Management System (NMS).
System Design
Features
The OPG-1L was designed to be fully compatible
50 MHz to 2.3 GHz Optimized for IF- and
with the openGear® standard for terminal equip-
L-Band Video Signals
ment or cable headend design. This means that
when you install an openGear® enclosure, you
Supports 30 km Links**
can then purchase additional insert cards from
Optically-Isolated DFB Lasers Enable High-
Dynamic-Range Links
different manufacturers to be used in the same enclosure. The standard enclosure
is a 19” rack-mount frame that can hold up to 20 insert cards. A separate module
handles the management and control systems, and allows for local or remote
interfaces. Each enclosure utilizes 2 RU of rack space, maximizing the overall usage
of the equipment rack.
25 dB Tx and Rx Adjustable Gain Range
Peak Optimizer for Quick and Easy Set-Up
SmartGain for Enhanced AGC Performance
50 & 75 Ohm BNC or 50 Ohm SMA
The OPG-1L’s Rear Interface Modules may be pre-installed with its cabling, with-
out corresponding PCBA cards. This allows the user to anticipate future expansion
needs without significantly increasing the intial investment, and without having to
access the rear panel and cabling once installed. The user simply purchases corre-
sponding PCBA cards on an as-needed basis then slides them into place from the
front of the frame, effortlessly locking them into the Rear Interface Module.
Blind Mate RF Coax to Support Rear Plug-in
Access
SC/APC and LC/APC Optical Connectors
Tx & Rx RF Power Monitors Via LED, SMA,
Dashboard and SNMP
Block Diagram
Transmitter
Dashboard and SNMP Monitoring and Control
LNB Power Capable
Receiver
DC to LNB
S
PL
P
R
in
Laser
S
S
Photodiode
Tx and Rx PCBA Card and Module
2 RU, 20-Slot openGear® Enclosure
CE & CSA Certified, RoHS
out
Push
Button
Optimizer
mon
S
mon
**For higher optics, please contact us
© 2013 EMCORE Corporation | REV 2013.10
+1 626-293-3400
satcom-sales@emcore.com
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Information contained herein is deemed to be reliable and accurate as of the issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specifications at any time without notice.