Multicom – MTAR*-*Q – Smart Tap Series

1.2 GHz Subscriber Line Conditioning, Equalizable, Plug-In Smart Taps

  • Support DOCSIS® 3.1 expanded bandwidth up to 1218 MHz
  • Improve network performance with subscriber line signal conditioning plug‐ins:
    • Equalizer
    • Return Path Attenuator
    • Cable Simulator
  • Faceplates and Plug-Ins compatible and interchangeable with leading manufacturer legacy housings
  • 6 kV surge resistance on feederline and F‐ports
  • Aluminum alloy housing
  • RF shielding gasket
  • Weather gasket
  • Uninterrupted power and RF passing feature
  • Rotating seizure mechanisms
  • 5-1218 MHz bandwidth
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Description

The Multicom MTAR*-*Q Series Equalizable Taps offer improved return path performance for advanced two-way HFC systems while maintaining backward compatibility with the legacy installed base.

Multicom offers faceplate-only options for upgrades. The faceplate-only option allows the technician to easily upgrade an existing location with a simple faceplate change.

Model# MTAR-PI-CS-xx – Cable Simulator Plug-In

Maintains low loss in the return drop path, while attenuating the forward drop signals to the proper system levels.
Values: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 18, 21

Model# MTAR-PI-EQ-xx – Cable Equalizer Plug-In

Attenuates the return path signal from the customer premise, thus reducing the effects of system ingress. In addition, tightens the window of return path signal variation allowing for efficient operation of an optical nodes’ return transmitter.
Values: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16

Model# MTAR-PI-RPA-xx-x – Return Path Attenuator Plug-In

Similar to MTRG-PI-EQ, except is split dependent and provides less impact on the forward drop signal.
Values: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18

Model# MTAR-PI-JP – Jumper Plug-In

To ensure the continued signal transmission.

Additional information

Tap Value (dB)

2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 21

Plug-in Type

Cable Simulator, Cable EQ, Return Path Att, Jumper

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