The ViaLite infonX 18 RF-over-Fiber link system is a high-performance, wideband optical transport platform designed to carry RF signals up to 18 GHz with exceptional linearity, very low noise and excellent spurious-free dynamic range.
The ViaLite infonX 18 RF-over-Fiber link system is a high-performance, wideband optical transport platform designed to carry RF signals up to 18 GHz with exceptional linearity, very low noise and excellent spurious-free dynamic range. The system integrates one or two rack cards in a compact 1U chassis, supporting Tx, Rx and TRx configurations. An embedded Monitoring & Control unit (M&C) provides full Ethernet remote management, enabling efficient deployment in mission-critical RF infrastructures.
Advantages :
- Wideband RF transport from 1–18 GHz with negligible distortion.
- High SFDR (106 dB/Hz2/3) for dense electromagnetic environments.
- Low noise figure (typ. 20 dB at 10 GHz).
- Configurable bandwidth, gain, linearity and noise optimisation.
- Flexible card architecture: Single/Dual Tx, Single/Dual Rx, TRx.
- Front-panel LCD for quick status monitoring.
- Full Ethernet remote management through integrated M&C module.
- Dual-redundant, hot-swappable power supplies for operational continuity.
Main Features :
- Frequency range: 1–18 GHz.
- Typical link gain: +13 dB at 10 GHz.
- Gain adjustment range: 30 dB.
- Noise figure: 20 dB (typical).
- P1dBin: –8 dBm.
- IP3in: +4.5 dBm.
- Optical output power: 10 mW (DML laser).
- Optical wavelengths: 1310/1550 nm (CWDM) or DWDM grid.
- RF connector: K-type (2.92 mm).
- 1U rack chassis with integrated M&C.
Typical Applications :
- Wideband RF transport over fiber.
- Signals Intelligence (SIGINT).
- Telemetry, Tracking and Command systems.
- Electronic Warfare and Electronic Countermeasures.
- Secure tactical RF links.
- Fixed satcom gateways and diversity architectures.
- Maritime RF backhaul for ship antennas.
Why choose this product? :
- Unmatched dynamic range for demanding multi-signal environments.
- Highly stable, low-noise RF transport across the entire 18 GHz band.
- Modular card options to match complex operational requirements.
- Designed for high-reliability military, satcom and intelligence applications.
- Redundant design ensures continuous availability in critical infrastructures.
Technical Overview :
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1–18 GHz |
| Link Gain @10 GHz | +13 dB |
| Gain Adjustment Range | 30 dB |
| Noise Figure | 20 dB (typical) |
| SFDR | 106 dB/Hz2/3 |
| P1dBin | –8 dBm |
| IP3in | +4.5 dBm |
| Optical Output Power | 10 mW |
| Optical Wavelengths | 1310/1550 nm or DWDM |
| RF Connector | K-type (2.92 mm) |
| Dimensions | 483 × 44 × 344 mm (1U) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +50 °C |