TDS RFoF1P System

RFoF1P is a 1-port RF-over-Fiber link based on our active photonic TDS probe technology. It is a miniature electrically fully isolated RF-over-Fiber probe link operating in the 100kHz – 10 GHz frequency range. It is an excellent solution for applications where traditional coaxial measurement cables and other galvanic connections to the DUT are not possible or not desirable. An RFoF1P system consists of a miniaturized electro-optical media converter (SMA to optical fiber) and a standard TDS remote unit (optical fiber to 3.5mm). The miniature media converter employs power over fiber, i.e., does not require external or battery power and can be customized and miniaturized further for OEM applications.

RFoFP1 system

System	TDS RFoF1P is composed of one RFoF1P and a TDS Remote Unit.
Applications	The TDS RFoF1P system is optimized RF signal transmission over fiber optics in EM-hostile and EM-sensitive environments: Over-the-Air performance Antenna correlation measurements Signal and power integrity MRI signal links EMP/ESD/Lightning test Low-noise, long-distance interconnects Timing, and frequency reference
Basic Configuration	The basic configuration of a TDS RFoF1P system is composed of: a TDS Standalone Remote Unit a TDS RFoF1P transducer 3.5 mm RF coaxial cable (length 0.6 m) ClickCleaner (optical connector cleaner) USB cable USB power supply TDS Professional Handbook
TDS Remote Unit	TDS Remote Unit specifications: input: TDS MU8 optical interconnect output: 3.5mm RF connector frequency range: 100kHz (10Hz) to 10 GHz dynamic range: > 130 dB P1dB: > 0dBm return loss: > 10 dB power and control: USB
TDS RFoF1P	Specifications of the TDS RFoF1P transducer: frequency range: 100 kHz to 10 GHz dynamic range: -120 dBm - ≥0dBm electrical size: 8 × 8 × 5 mm³ transducer housing size: 16 × 16 × 90 mm³
Software	TDS RFoF1P comes with a remote control capability via SCPI commands over the USB link for measurement and test automation.
Calibration	Calibration is performed in SPEAG's ISO17025-certified calibration laboratory.
Verification	VNA S21 measurement
Standard Compatibility	TDS RFoF1P can be used for tests in compliance with: IEC TR 63098-1
Unique Features
Frequency range Active optical technology Time-Domain Traceable	wide frequency range 100 kHz - 10 GHz non-disturbed signal transmission with unparalleled dynamic range flat wideband RF signal transmission sole RFoF transducer with a traceable calibration on the market
Benefits
Wide-band sensors Miniature transducer Fully isolated using optical technology Traceable calibration	ability to cover all mobile communications bands with one transducer enables accurate antenna correlation measurements with minimal influence on radiation pattern, no parasitic pickup full signal integrity no disturbance of the measurement from the transducer on the device under test. delivering calibrated datasheet-ready results
Compatibility	DASY8 Module R&D
Product History	see Product Lifetime