ATR frequency converters for form-fit-function equivalence
The RFX-3100 series of modular downconverters are available in half-ATR chassis and offer modern ethernet compatibility. With RF frequency of up 40GHz, a 2GHz IBW and modern ethernet compatibility, these products are ideal to grant legacy systems the technology required for success on the modern-day battlefield.
- Configurable for both set-on and search applications
- Includes fully modernized microwave components and microprocessors
- Qualified for shock, vibration, EMI, salt, dust and other harsh environments
- Legacy protocols supplemented with modern ethernet communications
Performance:
- Ruggedized Set-On and Search
- Dual IF Bands: wideband + narrowband
- Withstands shock, vibration, EMI, and other harsh environmental factors
- Modern ethernet capabilities to assure interoperability with most platforms
Dual IF Bands:
- Wideband output: 1.0GHz (-3370), 1.5GHz (-3380), 1.5GHz (-3390)
- Narrowband output: 50—160MHz Tunable IF, 50 & 100MHz select BWs
- Level controls: 10—30dB Gain, 1dB steps
Phase Coherent:
- Excellent phase noise
- -LN option: Improvements <20dBc/Hz
GUI and SCPI based Interfaces:
- Browser-based, GUI interface
- SCPI based command-set accessible, ethernet or serial ports
RF Inputs:
- Primary: 0.5—18GHz (-3370), 1.0—18GHz (-3380), 1.5—18GHz (-3390)
- Secondary: 18—26.5GHz, 18—40.0GHz
- RF Input Level Range: -60 to -10dBm
IF Outputs:
- IF Tuning Choices: varies by unit and model
- Bandwidths: models offering 500 MHz, 1000 MHz, and 2000 MHz
- Gain: 10—30 dB, 1dB steps
General:
- Power:115 & 230 VAC, Auto, 47-440Hz,<40W typ
- Size: Half ATR, Long
- Comms Ports: RS-422 & ethernet
- Control Methods: SCPI based command set, browser-based GUI
RF Inputs:
- Primary: 0.5—18GHz (-3370), 1.0—18GHz (-3380), 1.5—18GHz (-3390)
- Secondary: 18—26.5GHz, 18—40.0GHz
- RF Input Level Range: -60 to -10dBm
IF Outputs:
- IF Tuning Choices: varies by unit and model
- Bandwidths: models offering 500 MHz, 1000 MHz, and 2000 MHz
- Gain: 10—30 dB, 1dB steps
General:
- Power:115 & 230 VAC, Auto, 47-440Hz,<40W typ
- Size: Half ATR, Long
- Comms Ports: RS-422 & ethernet
- Control Methods: SCPI based command set, browser-based GUI
Models:
- RFX-3370, Base Unit, 500MHz BW: 0.5—18GHz Input, Wideband Output Center Frequency 1000MHz
- RFX-3380, Base Unit, 1000MHz
- Center Frequency 1500MHz, 1000MHz
- RFX-3390, Base Unit, 1000MHz
- Center Frequency 1500MHz
Optional Extensions:
- FXT-32: Input Extension to 26.5GHz, Adds Second RF Input Port, 18—26.5 GHz
- FXT-34: Input Extension to 40.0GHz, Adds Second RF Input Port, 18—40.0GHz
- SIF-001: Second IF, Narrowband Adds Second IF Output Port, 50—160MHz Output frequency, tunable in 10MHz steps, 50/100 selectable BWs
- LN: Improved Phase Noise and Stability, Improves system phase noise and frequency stability of system to +/- 0.1 ppm over temperature range
- -C: Configures as Dual Channel, Adds Second converter to single package, for phase coherent operations
- SWP: Adds high speed tuning (600uSec) with a dedicated trigger line to enable fast stepping/scanning routine
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