RMS216

TECHNICAL PRODUCT DATA SHEET
RMS216
2x16 Rackmount GNSS Splitter
DESCRIPTION
The RMS216 amplifies and splits the GPS/GNSS
signal. It includes dual input ports and 16 output ports.
The dual input ports connect two GPS receive
antennas. The output ports grant up to 16 GPS/GNSS
receivers signal access at one time.
Typically the RMS216 is configured with an 110VAC
input (-48V telecom power input also available) and a
regulated DC output voltage that is passed to the
antenna input ports in order to power an active GPS
antenna on that port. In this scenario, the RF outputs
(OUT1 – OUT16) would feature a 200 Ohm DC load to
simulate an antenna DC current draw for any receiver
connected to those ports.
Redundancy is acquired through the use of a primary
antenna and a backup antenna. The ability of the
RMS216 to switch antennas allows all connected GPS
devices to remain fully functional in the event of an
antenna failure. Faults are indicated on the front panel
LED and status via a DB9 interface.
Within the RMS216 is an antenna health sensor and an
embedded antenna switch. The sensor monitors the
health of the primary antenna connected to the splitter.
Based on the information provided by the sensor, the
splitter will switch to the secondary antenna in the
event of a failure with the primary antenna.
If the failure in the primary antenna is resolved, the
splitter will automatically switch back to the primary.
The embedded switch has been designed so it can be
controlled externally via an external rocker switch that
can override the internal automatic switch mechanism.
As with all splitters available from GPS Source, custom
gain for output and custom connectors can be
configured for the device.
FEATURES
-
16 GPS/GNSS Output Ports
-48VDC Power Supply Option
Embedded Antenna Health Sensor
Automatic Internal Antenna Port Switch
External Antenna Port Switching Capability
Passes GPS L1/L2, GLONASS L1/L2, Galileo,
Compass
Antenna Fault Indicator Panel
OPTIONS
The RMS216 splitter comes with many available options
to meet specific needs. Please contact GPS Source via
phone, fax, email, or visit the website for further
information on product options and specifications.
RMS216 Data Sheet
059-FSA-AES-ABX-BBZ-001
9/1/2015
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1.
RMS216 Specifications
1.1
Electrical Specifications
Table 1-1.
Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C
Parameter
Conditions
Min
Frequency Range
Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports: 50
1.2
Amplified (Normal)
Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports: 50
7
Amplified
(Custom)(1)
As Specified (xdB, 0 to 14dB)
X-2
Gain
Typ
Max
Units
1.7
GHz
8
9
dB
X
X+2
dB

In/Out Imped.
Ant, OUT1-OUT16
Input SWR
All Ports 50
2:1
—
Output SWR
All Ports 50
2:1
—
Noise Figure
Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports: 50, Gain = 8dB
5
dB
Gain Flatness
[L1 – L2] Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports: 50
3
dB
Amp. Balance
[J1 – J2] Ant: Any Port: Unused Ports: 50
0.5
dB
Phase Balance
Phase (J1 – J2) Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports: 50
1
Degree
Group Delay Flatness
|L1 - L2|, Ant - Any Port, Unused Ports - 50
1
ns
Opposite Ports: Ant – 50
Adjacent Ports: Ant – 50
38
24
dB
Output IP3 (Amplified)
Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports 50, Gain = 8dB,
Tone Spacing = 1MHz
-7
dBm
Output P1dB (Amplified)
Ant: Any Port; Unused Ports 50, Gain = 8dB
-16
dBm
Isolation
AC IN
DC IN
Amp (Hi Iso.)
(Gain = 0dB)
50
110
Wall Mount Transformer
110
VAC
220/240
Wall Mount Transformer (Various international plug
types available)
230
VAC
DC Blk
Any DC Blocked Port with a 200 Load
Powered
(2)
Powered, Mil. Conn.
±20
12
VDC
±75
VDC
Current (Iinternal)
Current Consumption of device (excludes Ant. Cur.)
150
mA
Ant/Thru
Current
Powered
Input Port
100
mA
Max RF
Input
Amplified
Max RF Input Without Damage
0
dBm
Notes:
1.
2.
Custom gain options available
Supports -48VDC power supply
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1.2
Antenna Control Specifications
Antenna control can be automatic with manual override.
Automatic Control (Default Option) — The automatic control will automatically select the primary or alternate
antenna based on the fault status of the two antennas. The fault status is determined by the current draw of the
antennas. A current draw below 12.5mA and above 120mA will signal a fault for the respective input port. The fault
condition will cause the device to automatically switch to the other input port. The fault status is displayed on the
front panel.The antenna status is indicated via the DB9.
1.2.1
Antenna Status
The antenna status is available to an external application via a set of signals in the DB9 connector. The signals
enable the external application to identify the antenna selected. The status is output via a SPDT relay. The relay is
energized when the primary antenna is selected. The relay will be deenergized when the secondary antenna is
selected or when power is off. An available factory option, reverses the energized position.
The relay can switch up to 100mA at up to 60VDC or 60VAC. The normally open contact, the normally closed
contact, and the common are brought out in the rear panel DB9 connector.
DB9(F) Pinout
1.2.2
Antenna Control
The secondary antenna is manually selected by activating an illuminted rocker switch on the front panel.
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2.
Product Options
Table 2-1.
RMS216 Available Options
Power Supply
Voltage Input
Type
110 VAC
Wall Mount Transformer
220 VAC
Wall Mount Transformer
240 VAC (U.K.)
Wall Mount Transformer
±20V to ±75V
Military Style Connector
Source Voltage Options
DC Voltage Out
Output Voltage
5.0
Connector Type
Connector
Limitations
N
(Female/Male)
N/A
SMA
(Female/Male)
N/A
TNC
(Female/Male)
N/A
Housing
Housings
Housing Type
Limitations
19 x 8 x 1.75 in Rack Mount
None
Port Options
OUT1 thru OUT16 are DC Blocked and 200 Loaded, DC is passed to J1 (ANT 1) & J2
(ANT2)
DC Blocked
Table 2-2. Mil Power Connector Option
Pin
Description
A
Positive
B
Ground
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3.
Product Code Decoder
R M S 2 1 6 - AXX - P 110 / 5 - N F
Connector Option
NF = N ........... Female
SF = SMA ....... Female
TF = TNC ....... Female
Rack Mount Splitter
216 = 2 Ant Input x 16 Output
Gain Option
A
AS
AXX
Antenna Output Voltage
= Amplifi ed
= Amplifi ed Custom Gain by Port
= Custom Gain (XXdB)
5 = 5.0V
Source Voltage
P110
P220
P240
PM
= Transformer
= Transformer
= Transformer
= Military Connector (includes PM mate - ±20V to ±75V)
Note: To have product/part codes customized to meet exact needs, contact GPS Source at
techsales@gpssource.com or visit the website at www.gpssource.com.
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4.
Mechanical Drawing
RMS216 — FSA-AJQ-AAX-KBZ
09/01/15 Rev 1
GPS Source Part No.
Finish
RMS216
Description
RACKMOUNT 2X16 SPLTR, ANT 2 In 16 Out
Size
Black
Mass
D
7.5lb
3rd Angle Projection
Material
N/A
Tolerances
Linear
Angular
.X
= ±0.100
.XX = ±0.010
.XXX = ±0.005
±1°
RADII
See Linear
All materials and finishes shall comply with European Union RoHS and are lead free. Dimensions are in inches unless otherwise specified.
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