CENTHOR
2–18 GHz Multichannel Microwave Up/Down Converter
CENTHOR is a highly flexible and scalable frequency conversion platform designed for advanced RF and quantum applications. With support for up to 40 independent up/down converter channels, CENTHOR enables precise frequency translation across the full microwave band, while ensuring signal coherence and system-wide synchronization.
Developed for seamless integration in large-scale infrastructures such as quantum Cryostat Farms and wideband RF test environments, CENTHOR offers both local and remote control, a built-in low-noise reference architecture, and full interoperability with Viqthor’s RFSoC signal processor MIMOTHOR.
Reliable, customizable, and engineered for high spectral purity, CENTHOR is the core frequency conversion solution for any mission-critical microwave system.
Features
Up to 40 Independent Up/Down Channels
CENTHOR delivers unmatched channel density in a compact 4U chassis, enabling large-scale, multi-channel frequency translation for demanding RF and quantum computing environments. Each channel is individually addressable and configurable for both up and down conversion.
Full 2–18 GHz Frequency Coverage with 1 GHz Bandwidth
With wideband tuning and 1 GHz instantaneous bandwidth per channel, CENTHOR provides precise, non-inverting frequency translation across the entire microwave spectrum—ideal for flexible system design, signal monitoring, and high-fidelity processing.
Phase-Coherent Architecture with Internal or External Clocking
CENTHOR’s built-in reference clock ensures phase coherence across all channels, with optional external 10 MHz reference input for system-level synchronization. Daisy-chaining and master/slave operation enable scalable, phase-aligned deployments.
Enable Next-Gen Quantum Infrastructure
CENTHOR is a key enabler for scaling high-performance microwave architectures, offering precise, phase-coherent frequency translation in a compact and flexible form. By eliminating the complexity of traditional analog setups, CENTHOR simplifies system design and accelerates deployment in demanding RF and quantum environments.
