10MHz Reference Signal RF Link | PL7130T1550/ PL7130R20
Global Foxcom’s Platinum 10 MHz reference link delivers long-distance performance with a full 20 dB optical budget using the PL7130R20 receiver. The PL7130T1550 transmitter and PL7130R20 receiver are low-profile, hot-swappable modules for the Platinum PL7010 chassis, supporting reliable transfer of 10 MHz reference sine signals across 70 km class distances.
Features & Benefits
- Designed to transfer 10 MHz reference sine signals
- Second-harmonic filter for cleaner reference purity
- Variety of RF and optical connectors
- Supports transmission distances over 70 km with a 20 dB optical budget
- Hot-swappable modules for high availability
- PL7010 chassis compatible with redundant power supplies
- 50-ohm or 75-ohm impedance paths with a front-panel test port
The PL7130T1550 transmitter and PL7130R20 receiver form a 10 MHz reference RF link built for long-distance distribution where timing stability matters. Each low-profile module is hot-swappable in the PL7010 chassis, which provides twelve active slots, one main control processor (MCP) slot, and two redundant power supplies. The chassis operates fan-free even under full LNB powering. Using DigiRF™, operators configure and monitor setup, operation, status, and alarms from the front-panel LCD or through SNMP-based management. The embedded IMizer™ calibration aligns IMD and CNR to a selected linearity target without a two-tone test by automatically adjusting the laser drive, using a correction factor table above 2.5 GHz where required.
Basic Details
| RF Specification | Value |
| Frequency Range – Bandwidth | 10 MHz |
| Amplitude Response @ Unity Gain | ±2 dB |
| Noise Figure | 58 dB |
| Input Signal Range – Total Power | 0 to -25 dBm |
| RF Output Signal Range – Total Power | 5 to -25 dBm |
| Optical Specifications | |
| Optical Budget / Distance 1310nm 1550nm | 20km | 40km) |
What is the maximum transmission distance for the PL7130T1550 / PL7130R20 link?
The link supports long-distance transmission over 70 km with a 20 dB optical budget when used with the PL7130R20 receiver.
Can the transmitter and receiver modules be swapped without interrupting service?
Yes. Both the PL7130T1550 transmitter and PL7130R20 receiver are low-profile, hot-swappable modules, allowing the link to remain in service during replacement.
How is the link managed and configured?
The link uses DigiRF™, providing full control over setup, operation and analysis via the front-panel LCD or through SNMP-based management.
What type of signals can this link transfer?
The PL7130T1550 / PL7130R20 is designed to transfer 10 MHz reference sine signals.
Is there a way to sample the signal for quick checks?
Yes. A front-panel test port is provided for non-intrusive signal sampling.