MB180 | STARLINE® MB180 Amplifier

With the ever‐growing demand for bandwidth, Cable Operators continue to look for strategies to meet their subscribers’ needs. Extended Spectrum DOCSIS® supports that demand. With a proven track‐record of providing complete solutions for Cable Operators, CommScope is introducing its portfolio of new extended spectrum amplifiers, which includes the CommScope 1.8 GHz MB180 MiniBridger® Amplifier.

With unparalleled expertise in HFC networks, CommScope has engineered its new amplifiers to provide the smoothest upgrade with minimal subscriber disruption throughout the entire process. Designed to maximize reuse of the existing network infrastructure, our new amplifiers enable operators to fully realize DOCSIS 4.0 bandwidth gains, while also optimizing solution costs and minimizing operational challenges.

Cable Operators can continue to evolve their HFC networks with this latest generation of STARLINE MiniBridger technology.

• Supports 1.8 GHz Downstream and up to 684 MHz Upstream operation for DOCSIS 4.0 networks
• Electronic set‐up and control for ease of activation and maintenance
• Modular RF Electronics package with field upgradable frequency split options
• Mechanically compatible with legacy 1 GHz and 1.2 GHz MiniBridger amplifier housings using a 1.8 GHz upgrade kit
• Expanded return path bandwidth with support up to 684 MHz
• Dual pilot, frequency agile AGC support via Signal Monitoring Unit (SMU) plug‐in module; AGC mode will revert to gain hold mode in the event of pilot loss
• Equipped with two driven RF outputs; Port 3 or 4 can be enabled with optional Splitter or Directional Coupler plug‐ins

For additional information, please see the Data Sheet