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The USC 1951 universal switching system is a single RU, dual bay chassis that accepts up to two modular A/B switch cards in a variety of combinations, providing a highly flexible and reconfigurable switching solution. The universal switch chassis can be used in either a single or dual channel configuration and can be easily upgraded or reconfigured in the field. The USC 1951 system is currently available with five different card options, including A/B switching and RF sensing cards for L-band, broadband and ASI signals. For control purposes, both serial, Ethernet and an optional built-in web interface are available.

Note: Sensing cards cannot be configured with non-sensing cards in the same chassis.

Features & Benefits

  • Configuration flexibility with up to 2 switch cards in a single chassis.
  • Converges RF sensing redundancy, switching, monitoring and/or signal distribution into a 1 RU chassis.
  • Card Frequency Bands: ASI, CATV (47-862 MHz), L-band (950-2150 MHz) or Wideband (DC-2.5 GHz)
  • Card-based design enables the user to easily upgrade or reconfigure in the field with no tools or cables.
  • RS-232 or RS-422 or RS-485 or Ethernet remote control.
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Specification Sheet
Specifications:
Number of Functional Cards/Slots: 1 or 2
Remote Interface: RS-232 or RS-422 or RS-485, and Ethernet
Connector:

Sub D-9 (female)

Two Stage Alarm Signalization: Form “C” Relay Contacts
Alarm Connector: Sub D-9 (male)
Alarm Contact Load: 60V @ 0.3A
B-Alarm:

One of the power supplies does not deliver any secondary power

A-Alarm: Both power supplies do not deliver any secondary power
Summary Alarm: Via remote interface and Form “C” Contact Closure
Redundant Power Supplies: 100–260 V~, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:  40 W
Mechanical: 19” W x 1.73” H x 10.24” D
Weight: 11.02 lbs.
Environmental: 0°-40° C and 95% non-condensing humidity

Available Modules

USC 11-0005 DPST Switch Module

A 2x1 switch card operates in the 47-862 MHz frequency range and contains 75Ω BNC connectors.  The output port can be connected to one of two input ports.  A monitoring output port is also provided for measurement purposes. [DC Block]

Frequency Range: 47 – 862 MHz
Input/Output Connectors: Type “F”, 75 Ω (female)
Return Loss (selected path): > 23 dB @ 70 MHz
> 18 dB @ 140 MHz
> 14 dB @ 700 MHz (typical 16 dB)
Return Loss (non-selected path):

> 23 dB @ 70 MHz
> 18 dB @ 140 MHz
> 14 dB @ 700 MHz (typical 16 dB)

Insertion Loss: < 2 dB
Isolation On/Off: > 80 dB @ 140 MHz, > 55 dB @ 700 MHz
Relay Type: Failsafe
Max. Input Power: + 30 dBm
Switching Cycles: 10E6
Insertion Loss Monitor Output: -20 dB nominal + 3 dB
Return Loss Monitor Output: > 18 dB

USC 11-0007 & USC 11-0009 SPDT Ultra Broadband Modules

An SPDT ultra broadband switch card operates in the DC – 2.5 GHz frequency range and contains Type “F” (USC 11-0007) or BNC (USC 11-0009) connectors. The common port can be switched to one of two input/output ports.

Frequency Range: DC – 2.5 GHz
Input/Output Connectors: Type “F”, 75 Ω (female), BNC 75 Ω or BNC 50 Ω
Return Loss (selected path): > 14 dB (typical 16 dB)
Return Loss (non-selected path):

> 14 dB (typical 16 dB)

Insertion Loss: < 2 dB
Isolation On/Off: Latching
Relay Type: > 50 dB
Switching Cycles: > 10E6 (no DC)
> 10E5 (0.25A, 28 VDC)
Max. Input Power: + 30 dBm

USC 11-0010 L-Band DPST Sensing Switch Module

A 2x1 RF sensing switch card operates in the 950-2150 MHz frequency range and contains 75Ω F connectors.  Two input ports can be switched to one output port.  Both input channels are individually monitored for a user-defined RF threshold level.  Alarm capabilities are also provided. [Do Not Apply DC]

Frequency Range: 950 – 2150 MHz (L-band)
RF Connectors: Type F, 75 Ω (female)
Damage Level:          +15 dBm
Input Power: < 0 dBm
Adjustable Switching Threshold: -50 to -10 dBm
Return Loss (Selected Path): > 14 dB (typical 16 dB)
Return Loss (Non-selected Path): > 14 dB (typical 16 dB)
Insertion Loss: < 2 dB
Amplitude Frequency Response: + 0.5 dB
Switching Cycles:

> 10E6 (no DC)


USC 11-0011 DPST Sensing Switch Module

A 2x1 RF sensing switch card that operates in the 47 – 862 MHz frequency range and contains 75Ω F connectors.  Two input ports can be switched to one output port.  Both input channels are individually monitored for a user-defined RF threshold.  An external controller can be used to control the switch.  Alarm capabilities are also provided.
[Do Not Apply DC]

Frequency Range: 47 – 862 MHz
RF Connectors: Type F, 75 Ω (female)
Damage Level: +10 dBm
Input Power: < 0 dBm
Adjustable Switching Threshold: -60 to -10 dBm
Return Loss (Selected Path): > 14 dB (typical 16 dB)
Return Loss (Non-selected Path): > 14 dB (typical 16 dB)
Insertion Loss: < 2 dB
Amplitude Frequency Response: + 0.5 dB
Switching Cycles: > 10E6 (no DC)

USC 14-0001 ASI Redundancy Switch Module

A redundancy card that combines a 2x1 switch with a 1x3 active distribution amplifier for ASI signals.  One of two inputs feeds the 3 parallel outputs. In the event of power failure, the default signal path is Input A to Output 1 only. [DC Block]

Frequency Range: 30 – 540 Mbit
RF Connectors: BNC, 75 Ω (female)
No. of Input Ports: 2
No. of Output Ports: 3
Input Level: 100 mV – 800 mV
Output Level: > 600 mV
Isolation On/Off: > 50 mV
Switching Cycles: > 10E6
Relay Type: Failsafe
Signal: ASI / 0.8V

Ordering Information

USC 1951         Universal Switch Chassis with Ethernet Interface

USC 11-0005     DPST Switch Card, 2x1

USC 11-0007     DPST Switch Card, 1x2, Ultra-Broadband, Type “F”, 75 Ω

USC 11-0009     DPST Switch Card, 1x2, Ultra-Broadband, BNC, 75 Ω

USC 11-0010     DPST Sensing Switch Card, L-band, Type “F”, 75 Ω

USC 11-0011     DPST Sensing Switch Card, CATV Band, Type “F”, 75 Ω

USC 14-0001     ASI Redundancy Switch Card

USC 57-0017     Blanking Plate

USC 33-0001     Web Interface License


Options

(52)  RS-422 Interface

(53)  RS-485 Interface

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