Highlights

Flexible 16x4 RF Matrix Switch
Kronback Tracers 16•4 matrix switch is a compact, flexible RF matrix switch for switching up to sixteen inputs over to four outputs in the 4 - 200 MHz range.The compact design is housed in a 1 HE chassis to occupy minimum rack space. The rack mount mechanics can be reversed for front or rear mount of cables.

Wide Range of Use
The 16•4 is used to distribute RF signals to multiple destinations in e.g. CATV headends. The 16•4 is also an excellent choice for n+1 headend redundancy handling, RF laboratory usage, time-shifting RF channels and emergency switching.

Web-based User Interface
The 16•4 is equipped with a web-based user interface allowing users to name each input individually.

Flexible Control
The IP stack of the 16•4 provides excellent features for remote-controlling the unit for access to third-party control software. The 16•4 can also be controlled with the buttons on the front, or with the USB interface.

Buy-Per-Output Option
The 16•4 can be delivered with only one output activated. Outputs can be activated individually with a license key to ensure dynamic expansion when more outputs are needed.

Power Supply
To ensure reliable operation, the 16•4 accepts both 48V DC and PoE (Power over Ethernet). In case of power loss on either of the supplies, the 16•4 will switch over seamlessly.

Remote Control
The IP stack of the 16•4 provides excellent features for
remote-controlling the unit for access to third-party control software.

Specifications

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
Physical Specifications
Height 43.8 mm (1 unit)
Width 482 mm (standard 19” dimensions)
Depth 255 mm
Weight 2 Kg

ELECTRICAL
Power over Ethernet according to IEEE803.2af
(pin 4,5 & 8,7)
48V DC Connnector Reverse polarity protection
Power consumption <8 Watt

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: 5°C ~ 45°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C ~ 55°C
Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
Fanless device

CONTROL
USB
USB Mini Connector
HID profile

NETWORK
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-Tx Ethernet
IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet
Fixed IP address, No DHCP support

MANAGEMENT
Remote
• Web
• Socket (proprietary protocol reverse compatible
with S16 16x1 RF switch)
• USB
- Local control
• Pushbuttons (input & output)

RF SPECIFICATIONS
Input 1-16
Connector: F-type 75 ohm,
AC coupled. 100V DC isolation
Frequency response: 4-200 MHz
insertion loss: 0 dB ± 0.5 dB
Return loss: >18dB
Isolation: >60 dB

OUTPUT 1-4:
Connector: F-type 75 ohm, AC coupled
Return loss: >18dB
Isolation: >60 dB
NF: <12 dB

DISTORTION
- CTB, CSO, IM > 60dBc@output level 100dBuV
• Specified as CENELEC 42 Channel equivalent

LICENSE
Input 1-16 always active
Output 1 always active
Output 2,3 & 4 activates with license key
License is time-unlimited

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