
Fiber Optic Series
PICO MACOM
PON-2/2R
he Pico Macom PON-2 and 2R are state-of-the-art two-output outdoor optical CATV broadband nodes with a 48dBmV
spurious-free output level. The RF output level, across the 54~860 MHz spectrum, is easily maintained with an optical
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input level as low as -6dBm, because of the sensitivity and low noise threshold of GaAs amplifier modules used in the
unit design. Internal to the unit are plug-in equalizer, attenuator and diplexer filters, making the unit adaptable to current and
future CATV broadband services. The PON-2 and 2R have two balanced RF output ports, each with a forward bandwidth
of 54~860 MHz and a (PON-2R option) reverse path of 5~42 MHz. A 48dBmV RF output level is available on each port for
distribution into a CATV network. Both ports are bi-directional, capable of passing RF signals from and into the nodes.
2 Way Outdoor Optical Nodes
Features
• Rugged, weather-resistant aluminum die-cast case
enables outdoor operation over extreme tempera-
ture ranges.
• Forward band 54~860 MHz; return band
5~42 MHz (PON-2R option) allows bi-directional
flow of data from customer to the headend.
• Wide optical window (-6dBm to 3dBm) provides
excellent operation at low optical input levels.
• Two GaAs double-amplifier modules provide
48 dBmV RF output levels with excellent C/N
performance to 860 MHz.
• Power factor corrected 60 to 90 Vac cable (line)
powering provides efficient and smooth power
regulation.
• Plug-in attenuator and equalizer pads for excellent
broadband amplifier linearity and signal balancing.
• Internally integrated surge-resistant circuitry
protects hybrid amplifier modules against damage,
guaranteeing long-term operation.
• 15 amperes current passing capacity and
15 amperes surge survivability.
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Rev. 9/07

PICO MACOM
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Fiber Optic Series
PON-2/ 2R
Specifications
Optica l Chara cterist ics:
Input optical wavelength 1290~1600nm
Input optical return loss >45dB
Electr ical Ch aracter istics:
Forward bandwidth 54~860 MHz
Frequency response ±1.0dB
CNR ≥51dB *
Output return loss ≥15dB
Output level 48dBmV
Distortion CTB≤-65dBc *
CSO≤62dBc *
Test output port level -20dB
(* Loaded with 77 analog channels)
Return Optica l Tra nsmissi on (PON -2R O pt ion):
Output optical wavelength 1310nm
Reverse bandwidth 5~42MHz
Optical return loss >45dB
Duplex filter options 42/54 standard, plus
30/45 and 65/87MHz
Optical output level 1dBmV
Optical connector SC/APC standard
Power Input: AC 60 or 90Vac 800mA
Dimensions: 10˝ L x 7.9˝ W x 6˝ H
Weight: 10.00 lbs
Ordering Information
PON-2
(Includes one FRM2 Receiver Module)
PON-2R 2-Way Outdoor Optical Node
(Includes one FRM2 Receiver and
one RTM2 Transmitter Module)
PON-2RR 2-Way Outdoor Optical Node
(Includes one FRM2 Receiver and
two RTM2 Transmitter Module)
2-Way Outdoor Optical Node
Accessories
FRM2 Forward Receiver Module
RTM2 Reverse Transmitter Module
PON-AT - (value)** Plug-in Attenuator
PON-EQ - (value)** Plug-in Equalizer
** (Values = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22)
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6260 Sequence Drive San Diego, CA 92121
Rev. 9/07
Ph: 858-546-5050 Toll Free: 800-421-6511 Fax: 858-546-5051
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