Highlights

High Capacity, High Flexibility
The B16, the flagship of Kronback Tracers’ product range, is
capable of measuring up to 256 return-path signals (5 – 65 MHz), and presents the spectrum to an unlimited number of concurrent users.
For small-size headends, the B16 can be delivered with a buy-per-input license, starting from only one active input.

Triple View – WEB, MOBILE AND TV
The B16 can be accessed via web, mobile telephone and TV. This gives technicians full access at all locations. The web-based user interface of B16 is powerful, comprehensive and yet intuitive. A Java mobile telephone client is available for accessing the B16. The B16 also provides a video output (PAL or NTSC) that can be transmitted to the CATV network.

Logging
A non-stop logging routine stores samples and saves a snapshot of each input. The history is accessible via the web-based user interface and provides 1.5-hour, 6-hour and 24-hour history snapshots.
This enables the user to analyse network performance at a glance. The system stores years of data, and a highly efficient backup routine can extend this period indefinitely.

Ingress Alerts
Intelligent alarm-handling ensures that alarms received from the B16 are relevant and reliable. A sophisticated consolidation routine monitors that each return-path meets the required uptime. An instant alarm routine can send an immediate alert if the ingress noise exceeds the predefined thresholds.

Carrier Detection Alerts
The B16 is monitoring the cable modems and, in case of missing activity, an alert will be sent. All alerts can be transmitted via email or SNMP traps.

Try it today
The web-based user interface of B16 is powerful, comprehensive and yet intuitive. A live demonstration of the B16 web-enabled interface is available here (opens in a new window).

 

Specifications

RF SPECIFICATIONS
Input 1 – 16:
Frequency range 5-65 MHz
Connector: F-type 75 ohm, AC coupled
Return loss: >20dB
Isolation between inputs >60 dB

RF SWITCH
In:
Frequency range: 5-862 MHz
Connector: F-type 75 ohm, AC coupled
Return loss: >20dB@40Mhz, degrading -1.5 dB/octave

Out:
Frequency range: 5-862 MHz
Connector: F-type 75 ohm, AC coupled
Return loss: >20dB@40Mhz, degrading -1.5 dB/octave
Disconnected mode:
LED is not lighting
Insertion loss >60 dB
Connected mode:
LED is lighting
Insertion loss < 1 dB

VIDEO OUT
Connector: BNC 75 Ohm
CVBS (Composite video baseband signal)
TV standard PAL or NTSC (specify on order)

CONSOLE
Connector:
RJ45
RS232 standard
Communication parameters:
9600 baud
8 databit
1 stopbit
No parity
No flow control

10/100 BASE-T
10BASE-T: 2-pair UTP/STP
Cat.3, 4, 5 cable EIA/TIA- 568 100-ohm (100m)
100BASE-TX: 2-pair UTP/STP
Cat.5 cable EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm (100m)

STANDARD COMPLIANCE
IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-Tx Ethernet

SUPPORTS
DHCP
SNMP-trap, for alerts
NTP, Network time protocol
HTTP

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Height 88mm (2 units)
Width 482 mm (standard 19” dimensions)
Depth 245mm (9.65”)
Weight 6 kg (13.3 lb)

ELECTRICAL
Supply Voltage: 90 – 250VAC. 47-63Hz
Max power consumption: 60 watt
Powersupply connector: IEC
Double pole on/off switch
Fuse: 2A T
Spare Fuse incorporated in IEC socket.

ENVIRONMENTAL
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 5°C ~ 45°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C ~ 55°C
Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
Fan-less device
No moving mechanical parts inside.

SYSTEM
Accuracy ± 1 dB
Max Input level 100 dBuV (1 CW)
CTB > 60 dBC
CSO > 60 dBC

DATA AQUISITION
Sampling speed 210MS/s
Resolution 12 bit
Effective no. of bit (ENOB) 10,6 bit

FFT (FAST FOURIER TRANSFORM)
Filter type: FLAT TOP
Filter bw: 300kHz

INTERNAL ATTENUATION

Att.	Max input level	Sensitivity	Dynamic range
0 dB	70 dBmV	10 dBmV	60 dB
10 dB	80 dBmV	20 dBmV	60 dB
20 dB	90 dBmV	30 dBmV	60 dB
30 dB	100 dBmV	40 dBmV	60 dB

CERTIFICATION
CE
FCC

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B16 product sheet

B16 Configuration and Operation manual