Cisco Cisco TNCS Element Management System Data Sheet
Description
This full frequency agile transponder is designed to interface with
Scientific-Atlanta’s Prisma
Scientific-Atlanta’s Prisma
®
Model 6940, 6942, and 6944 Optical
Nodes. It is controlled by Scientific-Atlanta’s Transmission
Network Control System (TNCS) software.
The transponder monitors the operational parameters of the node
and allows remote control of certain node 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 unit monitors a wide range of operational parameters, including:
Network Control System (TNCS) software.
The transponder monitors the operational parameters of the node
and allows remote control of certain node 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 unit monitors a wide range of operational parameters, including:
• Optical receive power for up to four receivers
• Optical transmit power for up to four transmitters
• RF level of the forward status monitor data carrier
• AC and DC power supply voltages
• Internal station temperature
• Open/closed housing status
If the status of any monitored parameter is outside of established thresholds an alarm can be activated by the
centrally located TNCS console. 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 in the lid of the Model 6940 and 6944 Optical
Nodes. The input, output, and power cables that interface between the transponder and node are easily routed
and plugged into quick connect sockets. No tools are required to mount the transponder. Once installed, LEDs
on the transponder indicate; “Power On”, “Receiving Data”, and / or “Error” condition.
If the status of any monitored parameter is outside of established thresholds an alarm can be activated by the
centrally located TNCS console. 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 in the lid of the Model 6940 and 6944 Optical
Nodes. The input, output, and power cables that interface between the transponder and node are easily routed
and plugged into quick connect sockets. No tools are required to mount the transponder. Once installed, LEDs
on the transponder indicate; “Power On”, “Receiving Data”, and / or “Error” condition.
Features
• “Plug-in” compatibility with the Model 6940, 6942, and 6944 Optical Nodes
• Frequency agile 5 to 65 MHz for reverse path
• Frequency agile 45 to 174 MHz for forward path
• Monitors all critical internal station parameters
• Controls all switches within the node
• Simple and efficient installation
• Wide operating temperature range
Element Management
Transponder for
Prisma
Prisma
®
Model 6940/6942/6944 Optical Nodes