Remote Monitoring The Omnitronix SNMP-Link Model SL81 is a multi-purpose unit for the management of unmanned sites that house nonSNMP enabled equipment such as power sources, old PBXs, batteries, aging telecom boxes, serial alarms, contact closures, and analog inputs. The device detects alarm conditions at remote sites and monitors environmental factors such as temperature and humidity. It also monitors any devices present that harness SNMP. The SL81 is intended for serial alarms, on-board contact closure alarms, on-board temperature and humidity sensors, remote serial access and alarm notification/resolution. (Omnitronix, 206-624-4985, www.omnitronix.com) VoIP Testing JDSU has expanded the VoIP testing capability of its DSAM by releasing version 2.4 with VoIPCheck test capability. VoIPCheck allows cable operators to test VoIP call statistics without MTA and RF DOCSIS connections and generate statistics that determine the quality of a customer’s connection. A triple-play services testing field meter for HFC operators, the DSAM is part of the company’s acquisition of Acterna. Embedded in the DSAM 2.4 field meter, VoIPCheck can display continuous test results that constantly grade the values of call signals and clarity. During a VoIPCheck test, packet loss, jitter, delay and other characteristics are displayed on the DSAM monitor. It can also examine different categories of call-value results including live, extreme and average. (JDSU, www.jdsu.com) Antenna Positioner Directed Perception’s PTU-D300 is designed to support a range of fixed and mobile antenna and communications laser positioning requirements for satellite tracking, microwave communications, and other surveillance and communications applications. The all-in-one design is compact and has flexible mounting options. Built-in dynamic control capabilities include on-the-fly speed and position command changes at over 30 Hz supporting applications including real-time tracking. A 360-degree continuous-pan option is available with pass-through of microwave antenna signals. An available software API supports integration with custom applications. Geo-pointing and stabilizations options are available. The PTU-D300 provides a turn-key solution for antenna position through a range of motion. Remote control of the PTU-D300 is provided through RS-232 or RS-485 serial interfaces with multiple software options. (Directed Perception, www.dperception.com) Status Monitoring Transponder Tollgrade Communications has been awarded Certified status by the ECL Euro-DOCSIS Certification Board for its Euro-DOCSIS 1.1 status monitoring transponder. Tollgrade’s transponder for Euro-DOCSIS merges SCTE-HMS status monitoring and Euro-DOCSIS standards, allowing operators to monitor plant by transporting HMS status monitoring data over the shared Euro-DOCSIS infrastructure. (Tollgrade Communications, www.tollgrade.com) Fiber Management FIS’s Snap Packs are designed for improved cable management in FIS rack or wall enclosures. The preterminated adapter panels provide convenience to technicians splicing into fiber distribution frames. Available in 6- or 12-fiber bundles with TIA-598-A standard color code, these bundled fibers provide cable management from patchpanel to splice bays. Custom lengths and different connector style adapter panels are available. (Fiber Instrument Sales, 800-500-0347, www.fiberinstrumentsales.com) VoIP Server Eyeball Networks’ patent-pending Anti-SPIT (spam over Internet telephony) Server lets service providers prevent VoIP spam in their VoIP and video telephony service, including unsolicited calls, unwanted telemarketing, and illicit content at both the network and subscriber levels. Features of Eyeball’s Anti-SPIT Server include caller authentication, unique caller limits, dynamic caller monitoring and VoIP spam filtering algorithms, dynamic call frequency limits, automated abuse reports, and SPIT ratings, which dynamically determine the validity of a call. Parental controls are also included in the server. These can be based on call duration, time of day, location, content, and both user-specific and service-wide whitelists and blacklists. (Eyeball Networks, www.eyeball.com)

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