GigaXtend 2GHz Hardline MultiPort Taps

The GigaXtend™ family of taps injects immediate cost and performance benefits into existing HFC networks, as well as positions cable operators to seamlessly extend the bandwidth capabilities of their HFC networks to 2GHz and beyond.

Benefits

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  • Supports all architectures — Applicable across all geographies and architectures, including Centralized and Distributed Access Architectures (CAA/DAA). GigXtend is also compatible with Standard Spectrum DOCSIS (FDD) and Full Duplex DOCSIS (FDX).
  • Futureproof — Faceplate upgradeable to more than 3GHz, the GigaXtend solution is designed to play an essential role in the evolution to Extended Spectrum DOCSIS (ESD).
  • Industry-Leading Performance — Leverages unique and patented power-passing technologies to establish new benchmarks for bandwidth, RF loss, hum modulation and AC loss.
  • Extended Reach — GigaXtend’s minimized insertion loss performance enable MSOs to effectively extend the reach of nodes and amplifiers. It is especially effective for cable operators pursuing fiber deep (FD) Node+0 initiatives, where coaxial construction costs or the number of nodes can be minimized in a serving area.
  • Operational Savings — MSOs can leverage GigaXtend’s low-loss properties to achieve operational savings by reducing a node’s RF output power, thereby reducing AC powering levels.
  • Deployment Flexibility — GigaXtend is compatible with FDX architectures, but also offers cable operators a feasible path for achieving 10Gbps symmetrical bandwidth speeds through Extended Spectrum DOCSIS.

Features

  • Unique and patented power-passing technology
  • Lowest industry loss at 1.2GHz
  • Faceplate upgradeable to 3GHz or higher
  • Plug-in signal conditioners (CE/CS/RA)
  • Dimensions consistent with wide body tap
  • Screw-less hardline 90° entry connector
  • Improved Hum Modulation performance
  • Environmentally hardened enclosures
  • All power-passing ports with removable fuses

Solution: Distributed Access Architecture (DAA)

ATX offers MSOs an extensive portfolio of next-generation inside and outside plant equipment that includes Video Engines, Digital Optical Transport, HFC Amplifiers and Hardline Passives, and conforms to all MSO architectures and specifications, including DAA, DOCSIS® 3.1, DOCSIS 4.0 and Extended Spectrum.


Webinar: Exploring the Benefits of Low-Loss, High-Bandwidth Taps & Passives

A new generation of taps and hardline passives is now available that enables MSOs to reap immediate CAPEX and OPEX savings, while prepping the last mile of their networks to seamlessly support future spectrum extensions. This webinar, originally airing on July 24, 2019, shines a spotlight on how updating these devices in your network with ATX’s new GigaXtend™ family of 2GHz hardline passives can deliver significant cost savings and performance dividends — today and in the future — with minimal disruption to your coaxial cable plant.

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Resource Showcase

Exploring the Benefits of High-Bandwidth, Low-Loss Taps and Passives

Discover how MSOs can reap immediate savings while prepping the last mile of their networks

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DOCSIS® on the Road to 4.0

BTR moderated panel discussion with cable operators on planning the next steps in their 10G strategies

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GigaXtend XS Series 2GHz Taps & Passives Solution Brief

Next-generation taps and passives offer cost and performance benefits while managing future upgrades with minimal disruption

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How Next-Gen Taps & Passives Can Help Tune Your Network to Perfection

Though small in size, taps and passives play a big role in performance potential of your HFC networks

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Start Building the HFC Network of the Future Today Webinar

2020 Imagination Theatre webinar presented by ATX industry experts on DOCSIS 4.0 FDX and FDD architecture considerations

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Long Live the HFC Network

An early discussion on discoveries found giving MSOs hope for expanding the life of their HFC network investments

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