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Waveguide Amplifiers
Amplifiers are able to boost a small input RF signal to a large output RF signal. VDI
offers amplifiers up to ~260 GHz with additional amplifiers under development. Higher
frequency or narrowband higher power amplifiers may be available upon request.
Amplifiers with VDI SAX and CCU / CCD Modules
VDI amplifiers can be used with VDI Spectrum Analyzer Extension (SAX or SAX-M)
Modules and Compact Converter (CC) Modules, configured for block up-conversion
mode. In block up-conversion mode, the module up-converts a block of IF signals in the microwave to millimeter-wave
frequencies. VDI amplifiers are available to boost the output power and overcome significant conversion and transmission losses.
The figure below shows how an SAX module can be used with a band pass filter and an amplifier to enhance the performance of
the module when configured for block up-conversion. Refer to the SAX Operational Manual for details on how to operate an SAX
module.
Waveguide Amplifier Overview
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