Cisco Cisco TNCS Element Management System Data Sheet
Description
This full frequency agile transponder is designed to interface
with Scientific-Atlanta’s GainMaker
with Scientific-Atlanta’s GainMaker
Nodes. It is controlled by
Scientific-Atlanta’s ROSA
Element Manager (EM) and
Transmission Network Control System (TNCS) element
management systems.
The transponder monitors the operational parameters of the
amplifier station and allows remote control of certain amplifier
functions. Communications to and from the transponder are
accomplished via the built in forward RF data carrier receiver
and reverse RF data carrier transmitter.
The transponder communicates with the ROSA EM and TNCS element management systems via the Phoenix
management systems.
The transponder monitors the operational parameters of the
amplifier station and allows remote control of certain amplifier
functions. Communications to and from the transponder are
accomplished via the built in forward RF data carrier receiver
and reverse RF data carrier transmitter.
The transponder communicates with the ROSA EM and TNCS element management systems via the Phoenix
RF Modem. The cutting-edge RF technology used in the Phoenix modem allows operation in networks that suffer
from a high level of ingress noise in the return path.
The transponder monitors a wide range of operational parameters, including:
from a high level of ingress noise in the return path.
The transponder monitors a wide range of operational parameters, including:
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Optical receive power for the primary and secondary receivers
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Optical transmit power of the transmitter
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RF level of the forward status monitor data carrier
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AC and DC power supply voltages
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Transponder
temperature
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Open/closed housing status
If the status of any monitored parameter is outside of established thresholds, the centrally located element
management console can activate an alarm. All alarm thresholds are remotely adjustable from the console. The
transponder also enables remote control of the reverse “On/-6 dB/Off” RF switches (for remote isolation of
ingress) and of the power supply.
The transponder is packaged in an aluminum housing that mounts directly in the lid of the GainMaker Optical
Node. The only tool required to mount the transponder is a flat-blade screwdriver. There are no cables required
to connect the transponder. Once installed, LEDs on the transponder indicate; “Power On”, “Receiving Data”, and
/ or “Error” condition.
This transponder is easily configured for operation with the use of a Handheld Programming Terminal.
Configuration can be performed either on the bench or in the field, prior to installation.
Features
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Plug-in compatibility with the GainMaker Optical Node
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Frequency agile 5 to 65 MHz for reverse path
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Frequency agile 45 to 174 MHz for forward path
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Monitors all critical internal station parameters
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Controls all switches within the node
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Simple and efficient installation
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Wide operating temperature range
Element Management
Transponder for
GainMaker
GainMaker
Optoelectronic Node