ETL Systems TLT-D-K3K1-1003 Ku-Band Test Loop Translator 12.75–14.5 to 10.7–12.75 GHz

ETL Systems TLT-D-K3K1-1003 Ku-Band Test Loop Translator 12.75–14.5 to 10.7–12.75 GHz

The ETL Systems TLT-D-K3K1-1003-S5S5 is a Ku-band-to-Ku-band test loop translator module for satellite communications test systems. It converts signals within the specified input and output frequency ranges without spectral inversion.

The synthesised local oscillator provides 1 kHz frequency steps and a ±750 MHz control range. Instantaneous bandwidth is 1 GHz at the centre LO setting and decreases when the LO is offset from centre.

Attenuation is adjustable from 0 to 60 dB in 0.25 dB steps, with a specified step tolerance of ±0.20 dB over the operating band. Conversion gain is 0 ±3 dB at the 0 dB attenuation setting. A mute function provides at least 80 dB suppression.

The hot-swappable module occupies eight slots in a compatible GENUS 1U chassis. The manufacturer specifies one translator module maximum per chassis. Local touchscreen and remote monitoring and control are provided through the compatible chassis platform.

Specifications

Model: TLT-D-K3K1-1003
Full Model Number: TLT-D-K3K1-1003-S5S5
Product Type: Ku-band-to-Ku-band test loop translator module
Input Frequency Range: 12.75–14.5 GHz
Output Frequency Range: 10.7–12.75 GHz
Instantaneous Bandwidth: 1 GHz at the centre LO setting; reduced when the LO is offset
LO Frequency Control: 1 kHz steps; ±750 MHz control range
RF Ports: 50Ω SMA
Conversion Gain: 0 ±3 dB at 0 dB attenuation
Attenuation Control: 0–60 dB; steps of 0.25 ±0.20 dB over the operating band
Maximum Input Level: +15 dBm absolute maximum for no damage
Gain Flatness: ±3 dB over 10.7–12.75 GHz; ±2 dB over any 1 GHz; ±1 dB over any 500 MHz; ±0.5 dB over any 40 MHz
Input / Output Return Loss: 14 dB typ.; 10 dB minimum for both
Reference: Internal stability ±0.05 ppm over 0°C to +50°C; optional external 10 MHz at +3 ±3 dBm with automatic detection
Mute / Spectral Response: 80 dB minimum mute suppression; non-inverting conversion
Chassis / Reliability: Compatible GENUS 1U; eight-slot module; one translator maximum per chassis; MTBF greater than 80,000 hours per module

Phase Noise

Key Features

• Ku-band frequency translation for satellite test applications.

• Up to 1 GHz instantaneous bandwidth at the centre LO setting.

• Synthesised LO with fine 1 kHz frequency adjustment.

• 60 dB variable attenuation.

• Non-inverting frequency conversion.

• At least 80 dB mute suppression.

• Hot-swappable module with chassis-based local and remote control.

This listing covers one TLT-D-K3K1-1003-S5S5 translator module. The GENUS chassis, external reference source, RF cables, and other accessories are sold separately unless included in the quoted configuration. Touchscreen, Ethernet, SNMP, web interface, and redundant power features depend on the selected chassis configuration.

The manufacturer specifies one translator module maximum per chassis. Instantaneous bandwidth decreases when the LO is offset from its centre setting; the full input and output ranges are not simultaneously available as instantaneous bandwidth. The +15 dBm input rating is a no-damage limit, not a specified operating level. The reference stability temperature range is not a complete module operating-temperature specification. Confirm the chassis configuration and required frequency plan when requesting a quotation.