Announcement
Letter  #12

 
High Wycombe, 20 Nov., 2002  - Trend Communications Limited 
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Tailored Test Solution for Next Generation Networks. All SDH/Sonet measurements and facilities up to 10Gbps. 
NGN ¦ SDH ¦ SONET ¦ 10Gbps ¦ Battery ¦ Hand-held ¦ Wireless ¦ TCP/IP  ¦ Multi-user ¦ Stackable

Next Generation SDH/SONET

> Synopsis
Victoria Combo is a stackable test platform for NGN. You can build the instrument for your individual SDH/SONET test applications up to 10G.
  • Battery operated 
  • Robust design for field operation
  • Universal TCP/IP connectivity
  • User profiles
  • Remote Control
  • Multi-tasking
> Functionality
Victoria Combo is new platform initially released for SDH, SONET, PDH and T-Carrier networks up to 10 Gbit/s. Based on a truly modular design, this multi-role tester is ideal for fault location, field use, and as a probe for permanent monitoring systems.

With separate top and bottom modules for the user interface and power provision, it performs both simultaneous and independent measurements using user selectable technology modules locked between the interface and power sections.

This tester is stackable, and multiple modules can be added or removed as the situation demands. The platform has been prepared to support different  technologies, which not only makes the test set easy to adapt to applications for NGN, but also secures the customer's investment.

> Features and Benefits
 
Victoria Combo is the most expandable tester on the market: up to 8 modules, identical or different can be fitted.  The tester has the following  remarkable features:
  • Optical power measurement
  • Fully automatic tests with a clearly visible results display
  • Advanced mode for expert users
  • Wireless access from a PC or a WebPad
  • Your window to the world: LAN, Wireless, USB, Serial...
  • Removable memory micro-drives for transferring files to and from a PC. 
  • Sleep mode for instant activation & wake up on LAN
  • Additional battery compartment to prolong operation 
  • Two-in-one concept all SDH/SONET interfaces up to 10 Gbit/s.
  • Stress tests and frequency deviation
  • TCM, APS, Pointer movements, M/N alarms, G.828, G.829.
  • Advanced trace with powerful search and quantifying functions.
  • Programmable frame capture to track transmission protocols
  • In-band G.707 FEC 
  • Built-in clock output for synchronization
  • Quick and easy-to-clean optical connectors
 
> Applications
In the field, in the central office or as permanent probe Combo is the ideal solution for installation, commissioning and maintenance of SDH/SONET:
  • Troubleshooting
  • SLA verification
  • Allocating responsibilities and differentiating the services
  • Centralized and distributed supervision of SDH/SONET
  • Supervision of cable, satellite and radio distribution networks
  • Remote maintenance and diagnostics
  • Bandwidth optimization
  • Event logging
  • Remote control and access
> Connectivity

Remote Network Control

Thanks to the connectivity of Victoria  Combo, you can access its resources from anywhere, in a variety of ways. The first application is a direct USB connection. If you use a TCP/IP network for connection  then LAN, Intranet, VPN, even wireless are possible. All you need is a PC and an Internet browser.

Operating on LAN

When connected to a LAN in Sleep mode, you can quickly activate Victoria Combo just by sending an Ethernet message. After receiving the message, your tester is all set and ready to go.

Resource Access

Access software and information from Trend´s website through the on-board browser

Smart solutions

Victoria's compact Flash slots make it quick and easy to transfer files by using Microdrive memory cards, which also work as a memory extension, useful when storing long measurement results

 
> Models, Modules, Accessories
 
Models
  1. Hand-held platform
    • CDISP Victoria Combo Front Module with display
    • CREAR Victoria Combo Rear Module

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  2. Remote probe platform
    • CPROBE Victoria Combo Front Module with display
    • CREAR Victoria Combo Rear Module
Modules
  • C10 10 Gbit/s module (without Tx/Rx sub-modules)
  • C10T 10 Gbit/s Tx sub-module
  • C10R 10 Gbit/s Rx sub-module
  • C25C1 2.5Gbit/s module with 1310nm Long Haul Tx
  • C25C2 2.5Gbit/s module with 1550nm Long Haul Tx
  • C25C4 2.5Gbit/s module with 1310/1550nm Long Haul Tx 
Accessories

A number of accessories are also available including Flash memory microdrives, Security lock, Wireless LAN, cables, attenuators, additional optical sub-modules. Contact Trend for more information. 

Delivery conditions

  • Warranty - 1 year
  • Option to extend the warranty up to 3 years
  • Trend can provide training courses on the system and associated technologies 
> Related Products
 
Victoria STM16/OC48  a hand-held test unit for the analysis and evaluation of SDH, SONET, PDH and T-Carrier networks and equipment. It has all the ITU-T and Bellcore interfaces up to 2.5Gbit/s.

There is an upgrade path to Victoria Combo from Victoria STM16/OC48  models 3090C1, 3090C2, 3090C4.

 
> Interested in Victoria Combo?
Contact your local Trend representative at infoline@trendcomms.com

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TrendCommunications
Based in High Wycombe, UK, Trend Communications is a wholly owned subsidiary of Telemetrix plc, a holding company listed on the London Stock Exchange. Trend is an international company operating in the two principal markets of communications test equipment and network services. Trend is a world leader in the supply of Broadband and Narrowband testing solutions encompassing voice and data products for ATM, Frame Relay, ISDN, V5, xDSL, POTS, SDH, SONET, PDH and IP infrastructures.  Trend Network Services, a separate UK division, is a leading vendor independent service organization providing nation-wide consultancy, installation, maintenance and specialist technical support for local and wide area networks.
UMTS ¦ ADSL ¦ G.SHDSL ¦ PDH ¦ Synchronization ¦ ISDN ¦ FRL ¦ SDH ¦ SONET ¦ ATM ¦ VoIP ¦ IP ¦ Data ¦ Video
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