Cisco GainMaker Optoelectronic Node 1GHz with 65 86 MHz Split Data Sheet
Description
The GainMaker
®
Node is designed to serve as the
cornerstone of today’s emerging fiber deeper network
architectures. The GainMaker Node combines the superior
proven technologies of both the GainMaker RF Amplifier and
Prisma
architectures. The GainMaker Node combines the superior
proven technologies of both the GainMaker RF Amplifier and
Prisma
®
Optical components. Available with two or three high
level RF output ports, it is the ideal platform for delivering
video (digital and analog) as well as high-speed data services
over advanced hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) networks. With its
modular design of fiber receiver, reverse fiber transmitter and
RF amplifier electronics, the GainMaker Node station can
provide the full complement of functions required by advanced
networks.
video (digital and analog) as well as high-speed data services
over advanced hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) networks. With its
modular design of fiber receiver, reverse fiber transmitter and
RF amplifier electronics, the GainMaker Node station can
provide the full complement of functions required by advanced
networks.
The GainMaker Node accommodates a second forward
receiver with an RF switch to accommodate forward path
optical redundancy. Reverse traffic can be combined and
routed to FP, DFB, or CWDM reverse transmitters. The High
Gain Dual launch amplifier module provides two high-level outputs (with the ability to split one internally to feed a
third port). Additionally, the GainMaker Node is available with an optional custom status monitoring transponder
for use with Scientific-Atlanta’s ROSA / TNCS status monitoring and control element manager. On-board
temperature, automatic gain control (AGC) levels, RF switch position, power supply condition, as well as other
features/parameters can be monitored through this transponder.
receiver with an RF switch to accommodate forward path
optical redundancy. Reverse traffic can be combined and
routed to FP, DFB, or CWDM reverse transmitters. The High
Gain Dual launch amplifier module provides two high-level outputs (with the ability to split one internally to feed a
third port). Additionally, the GainMaker Node is available with an optional custom status monitoring transponder
for use with Scientific-Atlanta’s ROSA / TNCS status monitoring and control element manager. On-board
temperature, automatic gain control (AGC) levels, RF switch position, power supply condition, as well as other
features/parameters can be monitored through this transponder.
Installation of the GainMaker Node is quick and easy. The GainMaker Node can be ordered as a complete node
or as an upgrade kit for existing GainMaker System amplifiers. The fiber receiver is delivered with
preconnectorized fiber terminations. The optional preconnectorized cable stub is the ideal method for connecting
the GainMaker Node to the fiber network (see cable stubs data sheet). External termination connectors are also
available for central strength member and LXE style fiber optic cables. The GainMaker Node includes a 4-fiber
handling tray for these cables.
or as an upgrade kit for existing GainMaker System amplifiers. The fiber receiver is delivered with
preconnectorized fiber terminations. The optional preconnectorized cable stub is the ideal method for connecting
the GainMaker Node to the fiber network (see cable stubs data sheet). External termination connectors are also
available for central strength member and LXE style fiber optic cables. The GainMaker Node includes a 4-fiber
handling tray for these cables.
System reliability and upgrade flexibility are integral to the construction of the GainMaker Node. Key features
include a chromate plated housing to withstand harsher operating environments, local status monitoring of each
module, and a 1 GHz housing for future higher bandwidth applications.
include a chromate plated housing to withstand harsher operating environments, local status monitoring of each
module, and a 1 GHz housing for future higher bandwidth applications.
Features
• Forward redundancy with two 1310/1550 nm optical receivers (optional)
• Fiber management tray provides fiber and connector storage for up to 4 connector pairs
• Local test points and LED indicators on optical receivers, transmitters, and optical interface board simplify
installation and maintenance
• Optional 3-state reverse switch (on/off/-6 dB) allows each reverse input to be isolated for noise and
ingress troubleshooting (status monitoring required)
• The GainMaker node uses plug-in accessories common to all GainMaker products
• AGC has thermal mode, eliminating disruptive RF output variation in the event of pilot loss
• Reverse input pad and RF test point for each reverse input port on GainMaker launch amplifier allow
optimum reverse path design and alignment
GainMaker
®
Optoelectronic Node 1 GHz with 65/86 MHz Split
Optoelectronics