AC6993 Transponder
The AC6993 is a DOCSIS 3.1 frequency range compatible CATVisor/HMS transponder containing an RF modem and a level measurement unit.
The AC6993 transponder can be used to add remote monitoring and control, ALSC, automatic forward and return path alignment, forward path spectrum analyser, return path ingress analyser and extended frequency range return path pilot generator to AC3x10 amplifiers.
Features at a glance:
- Compatible with: AC3010, AC3210
- Plug-in unit with no additional cables
- Lid status monitoring with light sensor
- Pushbutton for true Plug-and-Play: full automatic alignment of both forward and return path signal paths
Product Specifications
Communication
Protocol
CATVisor/HMS
Data rate
38400 bps
Modulation method
FSK, f = 67 kHz
Channel bandwidth
400 kHz
Downstream frequency range
80…88 MHz
108…132 MHz
160…176 MHz
216…264 MHz
Upstream frequency range
5…65 MHz
Frequency raster
0.1 MHz
Frequency inaccuracy
< 10 kHz
Downstream input level range
60…90 dBμV
Upstream output level range
75…104 dBμV
Transmit power delta (“0” vs. “1”)
< 1 dB
Transmitter spurious (Tx on)
< -55 dBc
Transmitter spurious (Tx off)
< 25 dBμV
Off state attenuation
> 60 dB
Forward path RF level measurements: ALSC and spectrum analyser
Forward path measurement range
50…1218 MHz, 0.25 MHz steps
Measurement bandwidth
0.35 MHz
Measurement inaccuracy
< 1.0 dB
Dynamic range
80…120 dBμV
Detection mode
Analog / Digital
Return path RF level measurements: Ingress Buster
Return path measurement range
5…204 MHz, 0.25 MHz steps
Measurement bandwidth
0.35 MHz
Measurement inaccuracy
< 1.5 dB
Dynamic range
20…75 dBμV
Detection mode
Analog / Digital
Return path pilot generator
Number of pilots
up to 4
*Pilot frequency range
5…204 MHz, 0.1 MHz steps
*Pilot level range
75…100 dBμV for ≤ 65 MHz
75…90 dBμV for > 65 MHz
Pilot level inaccuracy
< 1.5 dB
*Spurious tones
< -45 dBc
*Items marked with asterisk have changed from AC6992
General
Power consumption
1.8 W
Dimensions (h x w x d)
80 mm x 52 mm x 21 mm
Operating temperature range
see platform specifications
EMC
EN 50083-2
