10MHz Reference Signal RF Link | PL7130T1550 / PL7130R10
The PL7130T1550 / PL7130R10 Platinum Series 10MHz Reference Signal RF over Fiber link is designed for precise distribution of 10MHz reference sine signals across long-distance fiber networks. It delivers stable signal transport with a 10 dB optical budget, supporting transmission beyond 40 km in timing-critical RF infrastructure. The system maintains high RF input headroom and low distortion performance to preserve reference signal purity. It is engineered for integration within PL7010 sub-rack-based architectures used in synchronization and RF distribution systems.
Features & Benefits
- RF over Fiber 10MHz reference signal transport with high stability
- Supports long-distance transmission beyond 40 km
- 10 dB optical budget ensures consistent signal integrity
- High RF input headroom with wide dynamic range performance
- Integrated 2nd harmonic filter improves signal purity
- DigiRF™ control via front panel LCD and SNMP management
- Front-panel test port enables fast signal verification and diagnostics
- Hot-swappable module architecture supports continuous operation
- Individual module-level processing ensures stable RF performance
- Compatible with PL7010 Platinum Series chassis system architecture
- Fanless system design supports high-reliability operation
- Multiple RF and optical connector options for deployment flexibility
The PL7130T1550 transmitter and PL7130R10 receiver are engineered for RF over Fiber distribution of precision 10MHz reference signals in timing and synchronization networks where signal stability directly impacts system performance. The design supports high input power handling and wide dynamic range operation, ensuring consistent reference signal integrity over extended optical paths.
System control is managed through DigiRF™ technology, enabling configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics through a front panel LCD interface or SNMP-based sub-rack control system. A built-in 2nd harmonic filter enhances reference purity. The system integrates into PL7010 chassis architecture, supporting hot-swappable modules, fanless operation, and redundant power infrastructure for continuous high-availability deployment across teleports, gateways, and distributed RF timing networks.
Basic Details
| RF Specification | Value |
| Frequency Range – Bandwidth | 10 MHz |
| Amplitude Response @ Unity Gain | ±2 dB |
| Noise Figure | 24 dB |
| Input Signal Range – Total Power | 5 to -10 dBm |
| RF Output Signal Range – Total Power | 12 to -10 dBm |
| Optical Specifications | |
| Optical Budget / Distance 1310nm 1550nm | 10dB / 40km |
What type of infrastructure is this 10MHz RF over Fiber link designed for?
It is designed for timing and synchronization networks, such as teleports, satellite ground stations, RF distribution hubs, and communication infrastructure requiring stable reference signal transport.
What factors determine suitability for long-distance deployment?
Performance depends on the 10 dB optical budget, fiber quality, and system alignment, enabling stable transmission beyond 40 km in properly designed RF over Fiber networks.
How does the system maintain reference signal integrity across fiber links?
Signal integrity is preserved through controlled RF gain stages, wide dynamic range operation, and harmonic filtering that reduces distortion in the reference path.
What considerations are important during system integration?
Integration requires evaluation of PL7010 chassis compatibility, RF input levels, optical path budget, connector selection, and synchronization network design requirements.
How is operational visibility maintained in deployed systems?
System monitoring and configuration are managed through DigiRF™ using SNMP or local LCD interface, enabling continuous status tracking and diagnostics.
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