Fibre IRS

Communal TV Systems are becoming more and more popular in MDUs (Multi-Dwelling Properties). The use of coaxial cabling is often the case in most MDUs, however, a more modern and efficient approach is the use of fibre optics. The problem with a lot of coaxial systems is that the signal can be affected by 'cable loss'.  Cable loss increases as the signal travel down coaxial cables of a certain length.  Therefore, modern fibre IRS systems mean there is effectively no limitation on the distance between the receiving antenna and the outlet location.

Another scenario where fibre IRS systems can be utilised is when there a lots of SDUs (single dwelling units), especially where satellite dishes and TV aerials are not permitted by planning agreements and design codes or where the reception from these antennas is inadequate for part of the site e.g. no line of sight to the satellite. 

Fibre IRS diagram

So its simple, right?

  1. A single antenna is placed in a suitable location
  2. The antenna is connected to an optical transmitter via coaxial cable.
  3. The transmitter is then connected to a network of splitters and switches called a PON (passive optical network).
  4. the optical feeds then get reconverted back to coaxial to feed each outlet in the desired properties.

Televes T.OX Amplifiers

Why use them?

  • Amplifiers Optimised for SKY Q Application
  • Range of 1, 8 and 32 outputs
  • T.OX 19" Rackmount which optimises space and allows an easy and quick install
  • Capability to feed thousands of points
  • Highest output power up to 20dBm
  • Highest Performance with 1550nm Technology
  • Peace of mind in your Fibre IRS installations

1-output EDFA optical amplifier

The module amplifies the 1550 nm optical signal producing an optical output power of 20 dBm. Based on EDFA (erbium-doped fibre) technology, it provides a high gain and a low noise factor.

1-output EDFA optical amplifier

8-output YEDFA optical amplifier with WDM

8-output YEDFA optical amplifier with WDM

The module amplifies the 1550 nm optical signal producing an optical output power of 20 dBm. Equipped with WDM, it provides 8 1310 nm/1490 nm-inputs that multiplex the amplified 1550 nm-signal, providing 8 1310 nm/1490 nm/1550 nm-outputs to be used in a GPON headend (usually OLT512).

Based on YEDFA (Erbium and ytterbium doped fibre) technology, it provides a high gain, a higher optical power, and a low noise factor.

32-output YEDFA optical amplifier with WDM

This device consists of an amplifier and a WDM. Designed to mix the RF Overlay service with GPON.

The optical amplifier amplifies a 1550nm optical signal, with an output power of 20dBm. Based on YEDFA (Erbium and ytterbium-doped fiber) technology, it provides a high gain, a higher optical power, and a low noise factor.
Equipped with WDM, it provides 32 x 1310 nm/1490 nm-inputs that multiplex the amplified 1550 nm-signal, providing 32 x 1310 nm /1490 nm /1550 nm-outputs to be used in a GPON headend (usually OLT).

32-output YEDFA optical amplifier with WDM