EMCORE SITU3000

DATA SHEET – MAY 2008
Externally Modulated Transmitter
SITU3000
0.05 – 18 GHz, 1550nm Externally Modulated Self-Contained Transmitter
The Emcore Small Integrated Transmitter Unit (SITU) is a high
performance externally modulated transmitter for applications from 50
MHz to 18 GHz. The SITU3000 is a fully integrated unit that contains
both the optics and the control electronics. Only DC input voltages and
the RF signal are required for operation.
Applications
Microwave antenna signal
distribution
Broadband delay-line and
signal processing systems
Frequency distribution
systems
Radar system calibration
Phased array antenna
systems, interferometric
antenna arrays
Features
50 MHz – 18 GHz
High dynamic range
The units can be used to construct transparent links for antenna
remoting. The broad bandwidth is intended for applications such as
electronic warfare and Ku band systems. Other applications include
delay lines and signal processing systems.
The system operates at a nominal wavelength of 1550 nm. Wavelength
selected lasers on the ITU grid are also available for WDM applications.
Performance Highlights
Frequency Range
RF input power dBm
Min
Typical
Max
Units
.05
--
18
GHz
0
--
+25
dBm
Wavelength
1550
nm
Optical Output Power
6
7
8
dBm
Temperature Range
-40
--
70
°C
Fully integrated unit
Bias control circuits for
laser and modulator
See following pages for complete specifications and conditions.
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SITU3000
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses in excess of the absolute maximum ratings can cause permanent damage to the device. These are absolute
stress ratings only. Functional operation of the device is not implied at these or any other conditions in excess of those
given in the operational sections of the data sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for extended periods can
adversely affect device reliability.
Parameter
Symbol
Min
Max
Units
Operating Temperature (within specifications)
TOP
-40
70
°C
Storage Temperature
TSTG
-40
70
°C
Sin
0
25
dBm
RF Input
Reference Block Diagram
DC Power and
Status Monitor
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SITU3000
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Optical Characteristics
Parameter
Wavelength
Optical Output Power
Connector Return Loss
Optical Connector Type
Symbol
λ
PL
-
Condition
FC/APC
Min
1544
6
65
Typ
1550
7
--
Max
1556
8
--
Unit
nm
dBm
dB
Note: In order to prevent reflection-induced distortion degradation, the laser should be connected to an optical cable having a return loss of at least 55 dB
for discrete reflections and 30 dB for distributed reflections.
RF Characteristics
Parameter
Operational Bandwidth
RF Input Impedance
RF Return Loss
2nd Harmonic Suppression
1 dB Compression Point
RF Connector
Condition
Min
0.05
9.5
RF input 0 dBm
+20
Typ
50
15
-60
+25
Max
18
-45
Unit
GHz
Ω
dB
dBc
dBm
SMA (F) Type
Transmitter Performance
(SITU3000 transmitter with 0 dBm RF input measured with HP83440C Photodiode with 0 dBm Optical Input Power)
Link Gain
Parameter
Symbol
G
Noise Figure
NF
Input IP3
Spurious Free Dynamic Range
Gain Variation
IIP3
SFDR
Condition
Min
Typ
-35
-44
41
@ 1 GHz
@ 18 GHz
@ 10 GHz
@10 GHz
@ 10 GHz
50 MHz to 1 GHz
1 GHz to 18 GHz
Max
dB
+30
105
9
Unit
dB
5
10
dBm
dB/Hz2/3
dB
Link Performance
(SITU3000 transmitter with 0 dBm RF input and SIRU3000 receiver with 0 dBm optical input)
Link Gain
Parameter
Symbol
G
Noise Figure
NF
Input IP3
Spurious Free Dynamic Range
Gain Variation
IIP3
SFDR
@ 1 GHz
@ 18 GHz
@ 10 GHz
Condition
Min
Typ
-44
-48
44
@10 GHz
@ 10 GHz
50 MHz to 1 GHz
1 GHz to 18 GHz
+30
100
2
5
Max
Unit
dB
dB
5
10
dBm
dB/Hz2/3
dB
DC Power
Input
Voltage
+5
+15
-5
-15
Max Current
2A
0.1 A
0.4 A
0.1 A
Information contained herein is deemed to be reliable and accurate as of issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specifications of
the product at any time without notice. Ortel, the Ortel logo, EMCORE, and the EMCORE logo are trademarks of EMCORE Corporation.
EMCORE
2015 West Chestnut Street
Alhambra, California 91803-1542
Tel: 626-293-3400
Fax: 626-293-3428
www.emcore.com
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© Copyright 2008, Emcore Corporation
SITU3000
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Typical Frequency Response
(SITU3000 transmitter with 0 dBm RF input and SIRU3000 receiver with 0 dBm optical input)
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SITU3000
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Ordering Information
SITU-3000
Mechanical Dimensions
Information contained herein is deemed to be reliable and accurate as of issue date. EMCORE reserves the right to change the design or specifications of
the product at any time without notice. Ortel, the Ortel logo, EMCORE, and the EMCORE logo are trademarks of EMCORE Corporation.
EMCORE
2015 West Chestnut Street
Alhambra, California 91803-1542
Tel: 626-293-3400
Fax: 626-293-3428
www.emcore.com
For more information on this and other products:
Contact Sales at Emcore 626-293-3400 or visit www.emcore.com
© Copyright 2008, Emcore Corporation
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SITU3000
D-Connector Pin Out
Pin
Function
Comments
1
+15 VDC
2
-15 VDC
3
+5 VDC
4
-5 VDC
5
Laser Current Monitor
1 V/A
6
Optical Power Monitor
0.25 V/mW
7
Reserved for factory use
8
Reserved for factory use
9
TX Power Control
10
NC
11
NC
12
GND
13
GND
14
GND
15
Reserved for factory use
0V off; 5V, on
Laser Safety
Class IIIb Laser Product
FDA/CDRH Class IIIb laser product. All transmitter versions are Class IIIB laser products per CDRH, 21 CFR 2040 Laser
Safety requirements. All versions are Class 3B laser products per IEC*60825-1:1993.
Maximum Power = 8 dBm
Caution: Use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
laser radiation exposure.
*IEC is a registered trademark of the International Electrotechnical Commission.
For more information on this and other products:
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