RF Signal Management

RF Signal Management

RF Worx® SignalOn® Overview ........................................118
RF Worx® SignalOn® Series Passive Devices......................121
RF Worx® SignalOn® Series Active Devices ......................128
RF Worx® Reverse Path Amplifier ....................................133

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Advanced broadband services are being developed and launched at an ever-accelerating pace.
And while these services may vary, they have one thing in common. Whether it be high speed data,
video-on-demand, or IP telephony, broadband subscribers expect a reliable, high-quality experience
at an affordable price.
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ADC’s RF Worx SignalOn® Series has been designed with these demanding service requirements in mind.
This next generation RF signal management platform provides unmatched density, RF performance, and
reliability – all at a competitive price. And with its patented hitless “make-before-break” attenuator circuit
design, maintaining your RF signal network has never been easier.

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RF Worx® SignalOn® Series
Applications
Typical Downstream Configuration
Broadband CATV RF Spectrum
dB
Combiners

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

freq

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Amplifiers

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Splitter

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

RFSM

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Fiber outside plant

to subscribers

Broadcast Products

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

L - Band
Satellite
Splitters

Vsb / qam
modulators

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver
IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Amplifiers
Splitter

RFSM

Receivers
processors
modulators

Splitters

Redundant Amplifiers
with RF Switch
CMTS for
HSD, VoIP

VOD servers

Typical Upstream Configuration

Directional
Couplers

Broadband CATV RF Spectrum

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Fiber plant
from subscribers

Network
diagnostics/
test gear

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QPSK set-top
control network

A mplif iers

CMTS for
HSD, VoIP

Splitters

VOD servers

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RF Worx® SignalOn® Series
Applications
Typical Downstream Configuration
Broadband CATV RF Spectrum
dB
Combiners

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

freq

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Amplifiers

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Splitter

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

RFSM

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Fiber outside plant
to subscribers

Broadcast Products

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

L - Band
Satellite
Splitters

Vsb / qam
modulators

IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver
IRDIRD
Receiver
Receiver

Amplifiers

Splitter

RFSM

Receivers
processors
modulators

Splitters

Redundant Amplifiers
with RF Switch
CMTS for
HSD, VoIP

VOD servers

Typical Upstream Configuration

Directional
Couplers

Broadband CATV RF Spectrum

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Fiber plant
from subscribers

Network
diagnostics/
test gear

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control network

A mplif iers

CMTS for
HSD, VoIP

Splitters

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RF Worx® SignalOn® Series Passives
Introduction
The RF Worx® SignalOn® Series, combined with the
innovative cable management of the newly-designed
chassis, provides engineers with a variety of products
to simplify RF signal management challenge.

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Features
• Industry's highest density
• Industry's best performance and specifications
• Individual performance certificate shipped with
every module

Plain Module

• Patented make-before-break attenuator pad
design for hitless signal balancing
• Chassis supports both passive and active modules
• Clear chassis door provides protection and clear
view of modules

• Clear attenuator pad covers and patented pad
guides for simplified maintenance
• High quality, precision F or BNC connectors
• Designed to exceed NEBS requirements for
grounding/bonding
• Independent EMI near and far-field testing
• Available in 1 RU, 2 RU, and 5 RU chassis

Pad and Monitor Module with
Make-Before-Break Attenuation

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• Ten year warranty on all passive modules

2-Position, 1 RU Chassis

20-Position, 5 RU Chassis

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Universal Chassis
Catalog Number

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Type
20V 20 position, Vertical
02H 2 position, Horizontal
08H 8 position, Horizontal

Color
B Black
C Blue*
P Putty white*

20-Position , 5RU Chassis

*Non standard

Power Kit
N No

Y Yes

2-Position, 1RU Passive Chassis

8-Position, 2RU Chassis

Ordering Information
Catalog Number

20 position chassis, 5 RU, black
20 position powered chassis, 5 RU, Black
8 position chassis, 2 RU, black
8 position powered chassis, 2 RU, black
2 position chassis, 1 RU, black

N-C20VNB
N-C20VYB
N-C08HNB
N-C08HYB
N-C02HNB

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Splitters/Combiners for 5MHz to 1GHz
Catalog Number

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Module Type
P Plain splitter/
combiner
C Combiner with

pad/monitor
S Splitter with
pad/monitor
X Splitter and
combiner with
pad/monitor
(2 x 4:1
module only)

Make-Before-Break Attenuation**
M0 0 dB default
M6 6 dB default

Plain Module

Configuration
12 2:1
14 4:1
18 8:1
32 3 x 2:1*
24 2 x 4:1*
Connector Type
F F
B BNC

*3 x 2:1 and 2 x 4:1 housed in a single module.
**Leave last two digits blank for plain modules.

Pad and Monitor Module with
Make-Before-Break Attenuation

Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

Plain Splitters/Combiners
2:1 plain, BNC connector
4:1 plain, BNC connector
8:1 plain, BNC connector
2:1 plain, F connector
4:1 plain, F connector
8:1 plain, F connector

N-MPB12
N-MPB14
N-MPB18
N-MPF12
N-MPF14
N-MPF18

Splitters/Combiner with Monitor
2:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
4:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
8:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
2:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default
4:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default
8:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default

N-MCB12M0

N-MCB14M0
N-MCB18M0
N-MCF12M0
N-MCF14M0
N-MCF18M0

2:1 splitters with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
4:1 splitters with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
8:1 splitters with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
2:1 splitters with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default
4:1 splitters with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default
8:1 splitters with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default

N-MSB12M0
N-MSB14M0
N-MSB18M0
N-MSF12M0
N-MSF14M0
N-MSF18M0

2:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
4:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
8:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
2:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default
4:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default
8:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default

N-MCB12M6
N-MCB14M6
N-MCB18M6

N-MCF12M6
N-MCF14M6
N-MCF18M6

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Ordering Information

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Description

Catalog Number

Splitters/Combiner with Monitor (Continued)
2:1 splitters with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default

4:1 splitters with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
8:1 splitters with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
2:1 splitters with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default
4:1 splitters with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default
8:1 splitters with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default

N-MSB12M6
N-MSB14M6
N-MSB18M6
N-MSF12M6
N-MSF14M6
N-MSF18M6

3x2:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
2x4:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
3x2:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default
2x4:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default

N-MCB32M0
N-MCB24M0
N-MCF32M0
N-MCF24M0

3x2:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
2x4:1 combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
3x2:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default
2x4:1 combiner with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default

N-MCB32M6
N-MCB24M6

N-MCF32M6
N-MCF24M6

2x4:1 splitter/combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 0 dB default
2x4:1 splitter/combiner with monitor, BNC connector, 6 dB default
2x4:1 splitter/combiner with monitor, F connector, 0 dB default
2x4:1 splitter/combiner with monitor, F connector, 6 dB default

N-MXB24M0
N-MXB24M6
N-MXF24M0
N-MXF24M6

Directional Couplers for 5MHz to 1GHz

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Connector Type
F F
B BNC

Application Type
R Rear narrowcast signal port

Circuit Quantity
1 Single circuit
3 Triple circuit

DC Value
12 12 dB
20 20 dB

Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

12 dB directional coupler, single circuit, BNC connector
12 dB directional coupler, triple circuit, BNC connector
20 dB directional coupler, single circuit, BNC connector
20 dB directional coupler, triple circuit, BNC connector
12 dB directional coupler, single circuit, F connector
12 dB directional coupler, triple circuit, F connector
20 dB directional coupler, single circuit, F connector
20 dB directional coupler, triple circuit, F connector

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N-MDB112R
N-MDB312R

N-MDB120R
N-MDB320R
N-MDF112R
N-MDF312R
N-MDF120R
N-MDF320R

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Conditioning & Monitor Module

Broadcast Products

ã Typically placed at the input to the forward
path optical transmitter, This module allows for
conditioning and grooming of the RF signal
gain and slope. It is designed as 1:1 input to
output with two MBB circuits in series for pad
and EQ placement.
• Single & triple circuit modules
• -20dB front facing Monitor port
Triple C&M
F-connectors

Catalog Number
N – MM __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Connector Type
F F
B BNC

Make Before Break Attenuation
M0 0 dB Default

Application Type
F Front Monitor Port

DC Value
20 20 DB

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Description

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Number of Circuits
3 Triple Circuit

Condition and monitor module, triple circuit, 20dB, 0dB default, BNC connector
Condition and monitor module, triple circuit, 20dB, 0dB default, F connector

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RF Worx® SignalOn® Series Passives
L-Band Satellite Splitters/Combiners

Splitter/Combiners for L-Band 950MHz to 2.1GHz
Catalog Number
N – ML __ __ __
Configuration
12 2:1
14 4:1
18 8:1
32 3x2:1*
24 2x4:1*

Connector Type
F F
B BNC

*Housed in a single module.
L-Band Satellite Splitter
Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

L-Band satellite 2:1 splitter, BNC connector
L-Band satellite 4:1 splitter, BNC connector
L-Band satellite 8:1 splitter, BNC connector
L-Band satellite 3x2:1 splitter, BNC connector
L-Band satellite 2x4:1 splitter, BNC connector
L-Band satellite 2:1 splitter, F connector
L-Band satellite 4:1 splitter, F connector
L-Band satellite 8:1 splitter, F connector
L-Band satellite 3x2:1 splitter, F connector
L-Band satellite 2x4:1 splitter, F connector

N-MLB12
N-MLB14
N-MLB18
N-MLB32
N-MLB24
N-MLF12
N-MLF14

N-MLF18
N-MLF32
N-MLF24

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ADC’s new L-Band series satellite splitter modules are engineered for the highest performance in the
950MHz to 2.1GHz frequency range. These plain splitter/combiner modules feature dual port powerpassing capability for powering LNB’s. All L-Band modules available with precision F or BNC connectors.

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Accessories

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Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

Cable Management Kits
(includes rack mount cable management rings)
2 brackets, 2 - 2.5" x 5.5" cable rings
4 brackets, 12 - 2.5" x 5.5" cable rings

N-ACMK-01P
N-ACMK-04P

Chassis Extender Brackets
2-position chassis, 23" rack
8-position chassis, 23" rack
20-position chassis, ETSI 21" rack

EB-17B
EB-35B
EB-87

Insertion/Withdrawal Tools
BNC insertion tool with 12" handle
BNC insertion tool with 24" handle
F connector insertion tool

BT2000-12
BT-2000-24
SC-FG

Terminating Plugs
BNC terminating plug, 75 Ohm ± 0.1%
BNC High Performance Terminating Plug, 75 Ohm ± 0.1%
F High Performance Terminating Plug, 75 Ohm ± 0.1%

BNC-TP1
BNC-TP2
CF-TP2

Attenuator Pads
XX dB pads, qty 25 (replace XX with 00 through 26)
1-5 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total
6-10 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total
11-15 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total
16-20 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total
21-25 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total
3,6,9,12,15 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total*
0,3,9,12,15 dB pads, qty 5 each pad value, qty 25 total**
75 Ohm termination pads, qty 25

N-ACC-AP-XX
N-ACC-AP-S1
N-ACC-AP-S2
N-ACC-AP-S3
N-ACC-AP-S4
N-ACC-AP-S5
N-ACC-AP-M0
N-ACC-AP-M6
N-ACC-TP-75

Equalizers
Equalizer Pads, 2 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 3 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 4 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 5 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 6 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 7 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 8 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 9 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 10 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 11 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 12 dB Plug-in
Equalizer Pads, 13 dB Plug-in

N-ACC-LE-02
N-ACC-LE-03
N-ACC-LE-04
N-ACC-LE-05
N-ACC-LE-06
N-ACC-LE-07

N-ACC-LE-08
N-ACC-LE-09
N-ACC-LE-10
N-ACC-LE-11
N-ACC-LE-12
N-ACC-LE-13

Module Conversion Kits
Kit to install 1 RF Worx passive module into SignalOn chassis
Kit to install 1 SignalOn passive module into MAXNET™ chassis1
Kit to install 18 SignalOn passive modules into MAXNET™ chassis1

N-ACC-BRKT-RFW
N-AMCK-01
N-AMCK-18

Panel Black Covers
Single Blank Panel Cover
Dual Blank Panel Cover

N-ACC-BLANK-01
N-ACC-BLANK-02

* kit intended for 0 db default MBB modules (-M0 modules)
** kit intended for 6 db default MBB modules (-M6 modules)
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RF Worx® SignalOn® Series Actives

Today’s broadband services require high-quality headend infrastructure that offers excellent performance, reliability and design flexibility. Furthermore, your infrastructure solution should maximize the
uptime of carrier-class services like VoIP, VOD and HSD as applications evolve and your network
changes.
Leveraging over a decade of RF amplifier design experience, ADC’s new SignalOn Series amplifiers
have been engineered to meet these demanding service requirements. Featuring operation from 50
MHz to 1 GHz, the amplifiers offer excellent performance and reliability. SignalOn Series amplifiers
and associated power supplies can be housed in the same chassis as the SignalOn Series passive
products for increased design flexibility. And with its electronically variable gain and slope controls,
you can adjust signal levels in your network with no service downtime.

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RF Worx® SignalOn® Series Actives
Introduction
SignalOn amplifiers features non-service-affecting gain and slope controls. This capability along
with the patented make-before-break attenuator pad design of the splitters and combiners, allow
for "hitless" RF signal adjustment - critical for today's carrier-class broadband service applications.

• Operation from 50 MHz to 1 GHz
• GaAs technology with near-100% surface
mount design for high performance
• Meets MIL-202 specs for quality and reliability
• Mounts in same SignalOn chassis as passive
modules for maximum design flexibility
• Digitally variable gain and slope control for

non-service-affecting signal level adjustments

Amplifier, front view

• 20 dB monitor points on both input and
output signals for testing and troubleshooting
• "Blind-mate" power bus connector with
gold-on-gold contacts; requires no cabling
• Chassis-mounted AC-DC and DC-DC power
supply options
• Redundant powering with dual load shared
power supplies for increased availability
• External +24VDC powering option
Dual RF Switch module

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Features

20-Position, 5RU Chassis with mixture of
passive and active modules

20-Position, 5RU Chassis, rear view

8-Position, 2RU Powered Chassis

8-Position, 2RU Powered Chassis, rear view

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Universal Powered Chassis
Catalog Number

Type
08H 8 position, Horizontal
20V 20 position, Vertical

Color
B Black
C Blue*
P Putty white*

20-Position, 5RU Powered Chassis

*Non standard.

Power Kit
N No
Y Yes

8-Position, 2RU Powered Chassis
Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

20 position powered chassis, 5 RU, Black
8 position powered chassis, 2 RU, black

N-C20VYB
N-C08NYB

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Amplifiers
Catalog Number

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Application
FA Forward Amp

Connector Type
F F
B BNC

Maximum Gain
30 30 dB
20 20 dB

Amplifier

Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

20 dB forward path amplifier, BNC connector
30 dB forward path amplifier, BNC connector
20 dB forward path amplifier, F connector
30 dB forward path amplifier, F connector

N-MAB20FA
N-MAB30FA
N-MAF20FA
N-MAF30FA

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Power Supplies
Catalog Number
N - MV __ __ __ __

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UVAC Universal AC (100/110/240)
48DC -48V DC

Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

AC to DC power supply
DC to DC power supply

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RF Switch Module
Catalog Number

Number of Circuits

1 Single Circuit
2 Dual Circuit

Connector Type
F F
B BNC
RF Switch module

Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

Single RF switch module, BNC connector
Single RF switch module, F connector
Dual RF switch module, BNC connector
Dual RF switch module, F connector

N-MRFSM1B
N-MRFSM1F
N-MRFSM2B
N-MRFSM2F

Active Accessories
Ordering Information
Description

Catalog Number

Bracket Kit for Return Path Amplifier to fit into SignalOn® Chassis

Power Cord for Power Supply
Fan Replacement Kit for Power Supply
DC Power Kit, 2RU - used to power 8-Position, 2RU Chassis
DC Powering Kit - used to power 20-Position, 5RU Chassis

N-ACC-BRKT-RA
N-ACC-CBL-DC-DC
N-ACC-FAN
N-ACC-PWRKIT-08B
N-ACC-PWRKIT-20B

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RF Worx® Reverse Path Amplifier

ADC’s RF Worx Return Path Amplifier was
designed specifically to solve problems particular to
your environment. Providing greater density,
unparalleled cable management, greater
functionality and redundant powering, the
Return Path Amplifier is part of the RF Worx
system approach to integrating all signal
management functions in a common format
and modular system.
Use these amplifiers in conjunction with N-ACC-BRKT-RA

Features
• Fixed 22 dB or 11 dB gain
• Low distortion characteristics
• Low noise figure
• 5-200 MHz bandwidth
• Two 20 dB monitor ports (input and output)
• BNC or F connectors
• AC or DC powering
• Power redundancy (optional)

Dimensions (H x W x D)

Catalog Number

11 dB fixed gain with F connectors

2.25"x 1.2"x 8.0"
(6.35 x 3.05 x 20.32 cm)

RFX-AMP-11F

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11 dB fixed gain with BNC connectors

2.25"x 1.2"x 8.0"
(6.35 x 3.05 x 20.32 cm)

RFX-AMP-11B

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Introduction

22 dB fixed gain with F connectors

2.25"x 1.2"x 8.0"
(6.35 x 3.05 x 20.32 cm)

RFX-AMP-22F

22 dB fixed gain with BNC connectors

2.25"x 1.2"x 8.0"
(6.35 x 3.05 x 20.32 cm)

RFX-AMP-22B

Description
Reverse Path Amplifiers

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