G2DM66-64-20 Universal Switching Switching Module

The Universal Switching G2 Series Switching Modules provide the system engineer with cost effective configuration and performance options in a field proven standard design. Any Series G2 module can be installed by simply sliding the module into the rear module bay of a Series G2 Mainframe.

Solid-state, relay-based, digital and fiber-optic products are offered to meet most any requirement. The list of module types keeps growing with new products including both MxN switching arrays and 1xN types. Non-blocking (Fan-OUT), combining (Fan-IN) and blocking (1:1) arrays are available. Popular L-Band and IF switching plus fully digital types as well including TTL, E1/T1, 422, ECL, PECL and LVDS.

The Universal Switching G2 Series are comprehensive modular switching product design comprised of two system components. These two major system components are whatss required to complete a high-performance modular switching system.

The rack-mount mainframes are manufactured in four rack-mount sizes with 2RU, 3RU, 6RU and 8RU. Different sizes are offered to meet various sized switching and distribution demands from small to large. They provide control and power to any of our G2 Series plug-in modules. Modules install into the rear-facing module bay providing easy connection access for cable management.

Front installed redundant hot-swap power sections are available to meet the requirements of the various types of G2 Series modules. Supplies are self-monitoring with operational status reported to the C3 Controller. Single or redundant supplies install through hinged front panels for hot-swap replacement, perfect for critical requirements including independent AC power circuits.

The two larger mainframes (6RU and 8RU) can be specified to include one or two (redundant) hot-swap C3 controllers, while the smaller 3RU (G2T6) and 2RU (G2T4) can only have one. These LXI compliant CPU's provide control for the modules as well as remote control interfacing to the user via the 10/100/1G Ethernet and multiserial port. Firmware is field upgradeable via the integrated web browser. For secure applications, the C3 accepts a removable USD memory card to store settings and port alias names.

The modules that plug-in to our G2T Series mainframes are designed to install at the rear of the units. This allows the signal I/O connectors to face the rear (inside of the rack) of the mainframe. This is best suited for most installations to simplify cable routing to and from the switching system. The G2 Series module series spans DC-50GHz to address many different applications including audio or video, high speed digital data, telemetry, IF & RF, L-Band, microwave and other types of installations. Each module occupies a certain number of module "slots" within a mainframe. Some modules occupy only one slot while others occupy up to 16 slots. Power and control for the module is supplied by the mainframe.