DEV 1986 ARCHIMEDES L-Band Matrix Switch, up to 64x64

DEV 1986 ARCHIMEDES L-Band Matrix Switch, up to 64x64

The DEV 1986 ARCHIMEDES L-Band Matrix Switch is a compact, modular distributing matrix for teleports, satellite ground stations, broadcast facilities and mission-critical RF networks. It supports configurations from 24x24 to 64x64 within a 19-inch, 4 RU chassis, with field-upgradeable versions and clustered systems available for larger routing requirements.

Operating from 950 to 2150 MHz, ARCHIMEDES provides any-input-to-any-output signal routing with adjustable gain, RF sensing and high isolation. Standard 75 Ohm F female interfaces can be replaced in four-channel groups with 50 Ohm SMA, 50/75 Ohm BNC or single-mode optical inputs.

Optional capabilities include LNB powering, variable slope, optical inputs, input-channel redundancy, redundant controllers, secure path locking, an integrated spectrum analyzer, an integrated TV receiver and a 10.1-inch multi-touch display. Ethernet, SNMP and the DEV Web Interface provide centralized local and remote management.

Product Type: Managed L-band distributing matrix switch
Frequency Range: 950-2150 MHz
Standard Configurations: 32x32, 32x64, 64x32 and 64x64
Reduced Configurations: Available in eight-channel increments from 24x24
Larger Systems: Clustered configurations available up to 2048x2048
Standard Impedance: 75 Ohm
Standard Connectors: Precision F female
Optional RF Interfaces: 50 Ohm SMA, 50 Ohm BNC or 75 Ohm BNC female
Optional Optical Inputs: LC/APC or SC/APC
Operational Input Level: Less than -5 dBm
Damage Level: +25 dBm
Return Loss: Greater than 14 dB
Variable Gain: -20 to +30 dB
Optional Variable Slope: 0-8 dB
Full-Band Flatness: ±3.0 dB
36 MHz Flatness: ±0.4 dB
Input-to-Input Isolation: Typ. 60 dB
Output-to-Output Isolation: Typ. 60 dB
Input-to-Output Crosstalk: Typ. 60 dB
Off-State Isolation: Typ. 80 dB
Intermodulation Distortion: Less than -40 dBc
Group Delay Distortion: Less than 2 ns within any 36 MHz
Noise Figure: Less than 14 dB
Output P1dB: 0 dBm
Switching Technology: Semiconductor
Remote Management: Ethernet, SNMP and DEV Web Interface
Power Supply: Redundant 100-240 VAC inputs
Maximum Power Consumption: 130 VA
Chassis: 19-inch, 4 RU
Dimensions: 483 mm W x 178 mm H x 631 mm D
Environmental Conditions: ETS 300019 Part 1-3 Class 3.1E

Standard and Upgradeable Configurations

• DEV 1986/32x32: 32-input, 32-output matrix

• DEV 1986/32x64: 32-input, 64-output matrix

• DEV 1986/64x32: 64-input, 32-output matrix

• DEV 1986/64x64: 64-input, 64-output matrix

• Field-upgradeable versions allow input and output capacity to be expanded in eight-channel increments

• ARCHIMEDES Cluster systems provide more than 64 inputs or outputs for large-scale matrices

Optical Input Specifications

• Fiber Type: Single-mode 9/125 µm
• Optical Wavelength: 1100-1650 nm
• Standard Optical Input Level: -22 to 0 dBm
• High-Power Optical Input Level: -22 to +3 dBm
• Optical Damage Level: +10 dBm
• Connector Options: LC/APC or SC/APC

LNB Power Option

• LNB Power: Up to 350 mA per RF input
• Voltage Selection: 13 or 18 VDC
• Tone Selection: 0 or 22 kHz
• Current Monitoring: Adjustable upper and lower alarm levels
• Additional Chassis: 19-inch, 1 RU redundant power supply

Available Options

• Optical Inputs: Standard or high-power LC/APC and SC/APC input modules

• Variable Slope: Provides 0-8 dB slope control across all signal paths

• LNB Powering: Adds switchable 13/18 VDC and 0/22 kHz control to RF inputs

• Integrated Spectrum Analyzer: Enables spectrum monitoring through the web interface or multi-touch display

• Secure Lock Operation: Prevents unauthorized users from interrupting locked signal paths

• Integrated TV Receiver: Displays unprotected television content routed from any matrix input

• Input-Channel Redundancy: Automatically switches to an assigned backup input when RF loss is detected

• Redundant Controller: Adds an automatic backup controller using the same network identity

• Multi-Touch Display: Adds a 10.1-inch HD color touchscreen for local control and monitoring

• ARCHIMEDES Cluster Preparation: Enables multiple DEV 1986 chassis to operate as one larger matrix

• Reduced Channel Count: Allows configurations with fewer inputs or outputs while retaining field-upgrade capability

Key Features

• L-band matrix configurations from 24x24 to 64x64 in 4 RU

• Field-upgradeable input and output capacity

• Clustered matrix systems available for larger configurations

• Any-input-to-any-output signal routing

• Hot-pluggable input and output modules

• 75 Ohm and 50 Ohm RF interface options

• Optional single-mode optical inputs

• Adjustable gain and optional variable slope

• RF sensing across matrix inputs

• Optional LNB power with current monitoring

• Optional automatic input-channel redundancy

• Optional redundant system controller

• Redundant AC power supplies

• Optional integrated spectrum analyzer

• Optional TV receiver for content verification

• Optional 10.1-inch color multi-touch display

• Secure multi-user path locking

• Ethernet, SNMP and DEV Web Interface

• Signal recording and configuration backup