Appendix B: Specifications P/N 709C011801 Page 139
RF Path: Coverage Component Specifications
HEU will host the following modules:
1. RIM - Radio Interface Module; RF source conditioner.
Up to 12 RIMs can be hosted by the HEU.
2. RIX - Radio Interface Expander; HEU to OIU interface module
Note: For configurations with one RIX an ETM is required for terminating the
unused Expander slot.
3. HCM - Headend Control Module; overall system management module
4. ACM – Auxiliary Control Module; provides interfaces for management of
domestic modules via HCM; installed in HEUs’ in configurations with more than
one HEU
5. PSM - Power Supply Module; AC or DC Power Supply
6. ERFC - RF interface cable, 9-PIN (various cable lengths available)
Interfaces: Three QMA RF ports; UL, DL and
Duplex
No. of supported
bands:
Single band
Interfaces: Two 9-pin connectors (one per OIX)
No. of supported OIU
interfaces:
Two OIUs
ETM (Expander Termination Module) - used for terminating
unused Expander slot
Interfaces: To four ACM RJ-45 INTERNAL ports
Remote Management: One RJ-45 LAN port
Local Management: One RJ-45 LOCAL port
Local Configuration: One CONSOLE port
System LEDs: PWR, RUN, SYS, FAN
Interfaces:
Four RJ-45 INTERNAL ports
System LEDs – PWR, RUN, SYS, FAN
(Full Chassis):
Optional: Additional PSM-AC for redundancy
ERFC