SAF PhoeniX G2 IDU + ODU Microwave Radio

SAF PhoeniX G2 IDU + ODU (Indoor plus Outdoor) split mount point to point microwave radio equipment is now available in 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, 18, 22 (23) and 38 GHz frequency bands.

SAF PhoeniX G2 IDU

Key Features & Capabilities

The main features of PhoeniX G2 IDU + ODUs include:

• Modulations – up to 1024QAM
• Configurations- 1+0, 1+1 HSB/ SD/ FD, 1+0 Dual Repeater, 2+0 (with Layer 1 aggregation) and 2+0 XPIC
• Channel sizes – 7  MHz to 56 MHz
• Maximum speed- 435 Mbps in 1+0, 870 Mbps in 2+0
• High Power and Very High Power radio options in 6, 7, 8, 11, 13 and 18 GHz bands for better availability/ smaller antenna sizes over longer distances
• Optional external ASI module available for broadcasting applications
• Other features- electrical and fibre SFP GigE ports, ACM, ATPC, QoS, jumbo frame and VLAN support

FODU vs IDU + ODU

Although most of our customers prefer the All Outdoor (FODU) radio build (and we believe it is the better solution in most cases), there are situations where the split mount IDU + ODU option is more suitable. Below is an overview of the main advantages of both solutions.

FODU (Full Outdoor, All Outdoor Build):

SAF Integra Full Outdoor Radio

• Only one piece of equipment instead of two
• No IDU means no indoor rack space is required (which is particularly advantageous if your rack space is limited or if you have a site without a shelter)
• Lower cost
• Fewer spares
• Lower power consumption (essential for solar powered sites)
• Quicker & easier installation and maintenance
• Easier troubleshooting
• Extensive local stock & shorter lead times

IDU + ODU (Indoor Plus Outdoor Build):

• Supports 1+1 SD (Space Diversity) configuration. This, we feel, is the main advantage and can be crucial for long distance links, and particularly, – long links over water
• Has High Power and Very High Power radio options which can help achieve better link availability over longer distances without increasing antenna sizes
• Has an optional ASI module available for broadcasting applications

1+1 SD (Space Diversity) Configuration With Two IDUs Per End

1+1 SD (Space Diversity) Configuration With Four IDUs Per End For Full Redundancy

Please contact us for further information. We will be happy to assist with path calculations, quotes and any other requests.