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ZT-8RFX8Full Fan Out Matrix
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Rack-Mounted | USB & Ethernet Control
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50Ω 500-6000 MHz
Product Overview
ZT-8RFX8 is a “full fan-out” or “fully non-blocking” matrix. These systems use a combination of
programmable attenuators and splitter / combiners to provide a completely flexible set of paths between the
input and output ports. The configuration is analogous to a switch matrix except any individual path can be
“on” (0 dB attenuation), or “off” (max attenuation), or any specific path loss in-between. In addition, all
inputs can connect simultaneously to all outputs, and all paths are bi-directional.
This completely flexible set of path characteristics is ideal for cellular transceiver and handover test
requirements, particularly complex LTE eNodeB applications. Multiple signal sources and interferers can
be combined into any combination of DUT at precisely tailored signal levels.
The matrix is housed in a 3U height, 19-inch rack chassis with SMA RF connectors on the front and rear
panels. The system can be controlled via USB or Ethernet (supporting SSH, HTTP & Telnet network
protocols). Full software support is provided, including our user-friendly GUI application for Windows and a
full API with programming instructions for Windows and Linux environments (both 32-bit and 64-bit
systems).
Key Features
Feature Advantages
Splitter / attenuator
matrix
Connect any combination of inputs to any combination of outputs with precise signal levels on each
path
Rack chassis Compact rack-mountable chassis for easy integration into automated test environments
Ethernet Control Remote control from any computer or device with a network connection (SSH, HTTP or Telnet
protocols).
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ZT-8RFX8Full Fan Out Matrix
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Electrical Specifications at 25°C
Dimensions
19” (W) x
3U (H) x 20” (D)
Case Drawing
99
-01-3106
Case Material
•
Aluminum (with protective coating to prevent corrosion)
RF Connectors
Panel
Connector
Quantity
Port Labels
Front
SMA female
8
RF1 to RF8
Rear
8
1 to 8
Panel Items
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Panel Marking
•
ZT-8RFX8
•
8 x 8 RF Port System
•
500-6000 MHz
•
CE
•
EAC
•
Serial number / date code / model name
Other
Connectors
•
AC mains power input (IEC C14 inlet)
•
USB type B socket
•
RJ45 (LAN) socket
•
Serial In (D-Sub 9-pin)
•
Serial Out (D-Sub 9-pin)
Other
•
Power on / off switch with LED
•
Carry handles
Power Supply
AC mains power input (90
-260 V, 47-63 Hz)
Fuse
2A, 250V rating
Temperature
Operating: 0 to +50 ºC
Parameter
Conditions Min Typ Max
Frequency
500 - 6000
Path
Loss
500 – 3000 MHz - 23 28
3000 – 6000 MHz - 28 32
Return
Loss
500 – 3000 MHz - 18 -
3000 – 6000 MHz - 13 -
Attenuation
Range Per path, 0.25 dB steps 0 - 63
Isolation
(between
adjacent ports @ 0 dB)
500 – 3000 MHz 45 52 -
3000 – 6000 MHz 48 57 -
Isolation
(in <> out @ 63 dB)
500 – 3000 MHz - 83 -
3000 – 6000 MHz - 90 -
Input Power
- - +20
Mechanical Specifications