CATV / RF Over Fiber
CATV Receiver Solutions for RF Over Fiber Networks
A CATV receiver (fiber optic RF receiver) is a critical component in modern broadband infrastructure, converting optical signals into RF output for distribution across coaxial networks. These receivers are widely used in CATV headends, RFoG systems, HFC networks, and FTTx deployments, enabling reliable delivery of video, data, and voice services over long distances with minimal signal degradation.
Maxcom CATV receivers are engineered for high output performance, low noise, and exceptional signal integrity, supporting applications ranging from single-dwelling units to large multi-dwelling and commercial environments. With features such as Automatic Gain Control (AGC), high RF output levels, PON pass-through capability, and OBI mitigation, these solutions ensure stable operation across a wide range of network conditions. Whether deployed in fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), fiber-to-the-building (FTTB), or RF overlay networks, Maxcom receivers provide the flexibility and reliability required for today’s high-bandwidth demands.
Transport RF signals: Cable TV (CATV), L-Band (SMATV), NTSC, DOCSIS, Return Path and other RF signals over 110km over a single fiber.
Mini Fiber Optic Return Path Receiver
The MX 1RR-LI transforms return optical signals to RF signal. The standard mini receiver module can receive return optical signals from burst mode mini-nodes or RFoG optical network units (ONU)-Mini-Nodes.
4 or 8 Way Fiber Optic Return Path Receiver (low optical input)
The MX RR-LI transforms return optical signals to RF signal output. The standard 1U chassis integrates 4 or 8 independent receiver modules, it can receive up to 256 return optical signals from burst mode mini-nodes or services for 256 RFoG optical network units (ONU)-Mini-Nodes.
Coexistence Filter for RF Overlay, GPON and XG(S)PON
The Maxcom Coexistence mux allows systems to offer a combination of services over single fiber FTTx archetectures. These external muxes support a combination of E or GPON, XG(S)PON, and RF Overlay. 1550, 1270, 1577, 1310, 1490 nm
Coexistence Filter for RFoG, RF Overlay, Combo GPON and XG(S)PON
The Maxcom Coexistence mux allows systems to offer a combination of services over single fiber FTTx archetectures. These external muxes support a combination of E or GPON, XG(S)PON, RF Overlays, RFoG forward and return paths. 1550, 1610, 1270, 1577, 1310, 1490 nm
Coexistence Filter for RFoG, RF Overlay, GPON, XG(S)PON
The Maxcom Coexistence mux allows systems to offer a combination of services over single fiber FTTx archetectures. These external muxes support a combination of E or GPON, XG(S)PON, RF Overlays, RFoG forward and return paths. 1550, 1610, 1270, 1577, 1310, 1490 nm
EDFA for CATV, Multiple Output, 1550nm
The EDFA has multiple output ports, used in FTTx distribution networks. This optical amplifier is packaged in a 19” rack mount housing. The EDFA can be ordered with 4, 8, 16, 32, 64 and 128 output ports and various output powers ranging from +16.5 to 23 dBm per port.
EDFA with built in PON WDM ports
Multiple Output Port EDFA with PON Ports. Each output port for the optical amplifier has built-in PON Port. Each of the 1550nm (CATV)’s output optical ports will multiplex G and/or XGS PON wavelengths of 1270,1310,1490, and 1577 nm from an external OLT, Available in 4, 8, 16, 32, and 64 outputs. +15 to +23 dBm output power per port.
Combo Transmitter and EDFA with built in PON WDM ports
EDFA with built-in Transmitter. RF in, Fiber out. 1550nm Optical Transmitter with integrated EDFA, multi output with built-in PON ports.
1550nm EDFA for CATV
The EDFA is booster amp for long haul transmission networks or FTTH distribution networks. This optical amplifier is packaged in a 19” rack mount housing to provide a complete optical communications solution. Maxcom offers our MX-A51 platform which can be ordered with various output powers between +13 and +26 dBm.