ETL Systems TLT-D-KXK1-1006 K-Band to Ku-Band Test Loop Translator 17.3–18.3 to 10.7–12.75 GHz

ETL Systems TLT-D-KXK1-1006 K-Band to Ku-Band Test Loop Translator 17.3–18.3 to 10.7–12.75 GHz

The ETL Systems TLT-D-KXK1-1006-K5S5 is a K-band-to-Ku-band test loop translator module for satellite communications test systems. It translates signals within the specified input and output frequency ranges without spectral inversion.

The synthesised local oscillator provides a 1250 MHz frequency control range with 1 MHz steps. Output frequency is user controllable. The manufacturer specifies that 17.3 GHz can be translated down to a minimum of 10.7 GHz, while 18.3 GHz can be translated down to a maximum of 12.75 GHz. Confirm the required input/output frequency pairing when requesting a quotation.

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. The module also provides an 80 dB mute function.

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-KXK1-1006
Full Model Number: TLT-D-KXK1-1006-K5S5
Product Type: K-band-to-Ku-band test loop translator module
Input Frequency Range: 17.3–18.3 GHz
Output Frequency Range: 10.7–12.75 GHz; subject to the selected input frequency and LO setting
LO Frequency Control: 1250 MHz control range; 1 MHz steps; user-controllable output frequency
RF Ports: 50Ω; K-type input and SMA output
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: 0 dBm operational; +15 dBm absolute maximum for no damage
Gain Flatness: ±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
Internal Reference Stability: ±0.05 ppm over 0°C to +50°C
External Reference: Optional 10 MHz; +3 ±3 dBm input level; automatic detection
Mute / Spectral Response: 80 dB 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

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Key Features

• K-band input and Ku-band output for satellite test applications.

• Synthesised LO with adjustable output frequency.

• 1 MHz LO frequency steps.

• 60 dB variable attenuation with fine adjustment.

• K-type input and SMA output connections.

• Non-inverting frequency conversion.

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

This listing covers one TLT-D-KXK1-1006-K5S5 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 V1.0 datasheet does not state an instantaneous bandwidth rating. The output frequency range depends on the input frequency and selected LO setting; confirm the required frequency plan and usable bandwidth before ordering. The reference stability temperature range is not a complete module operating-temperature specification.