Network amplifiers
DBC-1200 - configurable single amplifier/deep fibre node
• Configurable one active output amplifier, field
upgradeable to a 1x1 deep fibre node5
• Adaptable for one or two high level outputs
• Operates to 1218 MHz with a forward gain of up to
44 dB1
• Return path gain of up to 28 dB1
• Field upgradable plug-in diplexers offer 42/54,
65/85, 85/102, 85/105 or 204/258 band splits
• Modular, power efficient design
• Onboard ingress detection facility
• Optional input bypass facility
Overview
The Technetix DBC-1200 amplifier is an innovative
‘crossover’ design which provides a field upgradeable
solution to deep fibre/fibre to the last amplifier (FttLA). Its
RF function can be configured for use as a two output
device (with or without an internal splitter/directional
coupler).
Designed using energy efficient GaN (gallium nitride)
technologies, the DBC-1200 offers a functional upgrade
path for the majority of compact amplifiers from other
manufacturers by:
• Providing individual electronic gain and slope control
for each of the final amplification stages
• Consuming less power compared to GaAs hybrid
amplifiers
• Providing a similar or smaller physical footprint
• Harnessing GaN technology to provide class leading
forward and return path gain
The DBC-1200 provides reverse path transmission with
an amplification stage up to 28 dB.
Forward and return path attenuation can be adjusted with
electronic attenuators with electronic equalisers available
for forward and return path equalisation. Forward path
equalisation available in 862 MHz, 1006 MHz and 1218
MHz versions.
The DBC-1200 has a highly efficient long-life switch-mode
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power supply and uses thermal fuses to provide the
powering modes required for the modules used.
Gas discharge tubes at the input and output ports protect
the RF circuits in the event of lightning or mains power
surges.
Benefits
• Full digital control and setup with optional integrated
AGC/ALSC
• Windows, Android and iPhone software applications
available for amplifier configuration
• Improved intermodulation distortion performance -
innovative GaN technology operates to 1218 MHz1
• Energy efficient technology provides more gain from
the same power consumption
• Flexible amplifier configuration to meet changing
network needs
• CPD Safe™ technology and surge protection mean
fewer reported faults, improved customer service
and a reduction in truck rolls
• Onboard ingress detection facility provides an option
to apply -6 dB or -40 dB of return path attenuation via
a simple transponderless FSK protocol
• The DBC-1200 is easy to upgrade to a deep fibre
node by replacing the existing RF modules with an
optical transmitter and receiver modules
• Development roadmap includes auto alignment and
auto-optimisation
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Input Monitoring -20 dB • HPF filter
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DBDCM-XX control
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plug-in plug-in item
diplex diplex • 0dB
H D/A Tuner H • Cable sim
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• EQ
DBDS-XX downstream module

JXP

Plug-in items
• 0dB JXP
• 4/4 splitter
SPS • DC-8
• DC-12

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Input RF configuration
Input Port Output Port 2 Output Port 1
Bypass Port
(available with
DBC-1200 - configurable single amplifier/deep fibre node

(available with plug-in splitter)

plug-in splitter)
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DBOTM-XX single optical return transmitter module item
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-20 dB
Testpoint
O Testpoint

DBDCM-XX control module

JXP plug-in
L item
µC Transponder plug-in • 0dB
diplex • Cable sim
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D/A Tuner H • EQ

DBORM-XX forward optical receiver module

E
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• 0dB JXP
• 4/4 splitter
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• DC-12
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Input Fibre configuration
Input Port Output Port 2 Output Port 1
Bypass Port
(available with
(available with plug-in splitter)
plug-in splitter)
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Specifications
Electronic controls:
Forward path
Pass band (dependent on diplex) 54/85/102/105/258 - 1218 MHz1 Downstream module
Response flatness (worst case) 54 - 700 MHz ± 0.5 dB Attenuation pre-stage
Response flatness (worst case) 700 - 1218 MHz ± 0.75 dB Attenuation inter-stage
Average full gain 44/38 dB1,6 Equalization pre-stage
Return loss (min) 18 dB2 Equalization inter-stage
Noise figure with zero dB attenuation installed (max) 7.0 dB3, 6 RF power level – high or low power mode
Operating output level CENELEC 42 channels flat (low power mode) 110 dBµV Upstream module
Operating output level CENELEC 42 channels with 8 dB tilt (low power 111 dBµV Attenuation
mode)
Equalization
Operating output level CENELEC 42 channels flat (high power mode) 114 dBµV
Ingress switch control 0dB,-6dB,-40dB (local control or
Operating output level CENELEC 42 channels with 8 dB tilt (high power 116 dBµV
FSK remote control)
mode)
Gain control (electronic) pre-stage 0 - 20 dB6 Digital control module
EQ control (electronic) pre-stage 0 - 25 dB6, 7 AGC/ALSC pilot frequency 1 (where used)
Gain control (electronic) inter-stage 0 - 16 dB6 ALSC pilot frequency 2 (where used)
EQ control (electronic) inter-stage 0 - 15 dB6, 7
Available options
Input monitoring point -20 ± 1.5 dB
Output directive testpoint -20 ± 1 dB w.r.t output JXP style HPF filters , attenuators
Reverse path JXP style Cable Simulators 1,2GHz
Pass band (dependent on diplex) 5 - 204 MHz 4/4 splitter , DC-8 and DC-12 coupler
Input to output port gain 25/28 dB1,6 Band-split 65/85 (pluggable diplex)
Return loss (min) 18 dB2 Band-split 85/105 (pluggable diplex)
Response flatness ± 0.5 dB Band-split 85/102 (pluggable diplex)
Noise figure (typ) 6.5 dB Band-split 204/258 (pluggable diplex)
Operating output levels Max 110 dBµV
Optical receiver modules available in the following5:
Gain control 0 - 20 dB
Light wavelength: 1290-1610 nm
EQ control 0 - 10 dB
Optical input range (Optical AGC): -6 to +1 dBm
Reverse directive testpoint per input -20 ± 1 dB
Distortion performance (typ) Optical return transmitter module available in the
Hum modulation Max -70 dBc @ 7 A following5:
General Type LASER: DFBI/CWDM/FPI
Class of enclosure IP68 IEC 60529 ed2.1 am1 Light wavelength: 1310/1550 nm
ESD 4 kV IEC 61000-4-2:2008 Optical power: 1 to 4 dBm
Surge protection 6 kV SCTE C62.41 CAT. C3 Status monitoring module DOCSIS compliant5
EMC EN 50083-2:2012 Full remote management5
Safety EN 60728-11:2010
Test points All F-Female Remarks
Operating voltage 20 - 90 VAC (typ) block / trapezium Measurements taken at room temperature
Power req (high/low) 16.5 W / 13.5 W4 1 Including diplex filters, high pass filters and thermal
AC bypass capacity 10 A per port (max) compensator where applicable
Operating temperature range -40 to +65°C 2 -20 dB at 40 MHz - 1.5 dB / octave never worse than
Weight (kg) 2.7 -13 dB
Housing dimensions 195 x 205 x 92 mm 3 5 - 400 MHz: Max 7.5 dB
400 - 950 MHz: Max 7.0 dB
Coaxial connections PG 11 or 5/8” KS
950 - 1218 MHz: Max 7.5 dB
Housing finish Painted conductive chromate finish
4 Without FSK Transponder, add 2.0 W with FSK
Impedance (Ω, typ) 75 Transponder
Equipment approval CE, WEEE and RoHS
5 On roadmap
6 Depending on modules fitted (numbers quoted for RF
configuration)
7 Tilt express between 85 - 1218 MHz

Ordering information
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