Motorola Canopy Advantage™ Platform
The Broadband Market Today
Network operators of all sizes see the opportunities to meet the ever-growing demand for bandwidth, but are constrained by the chance that today's technology will become obsolete in short order.

The Canopy Advantage™ Platform

The Canopy Advantage platform is the next generation of Motorola's wireless broadband access infrastructure. With this new platform, Canopy equipment users can simultaneously enjoy the strengths of the original Canopy product coupled with dramatic improvements in throughput and latency. Motorola is actively engaged with the WiMAX Forum in the development of profiles for both licensed and unlicensed frequencies. It is Motorola’s vision to ultimately enable Canopy users to enjoy the benefits of WiMAX in the unlicensed frequency band as these capabilities become available.

With the Canopy Advantage platform, broadband providers can now offer premium services wirelessly (such as VoIP and video) as an alternative or extension to DSL or T1/E1 services. Private network operators can support distance learning, video conferencing or high-speed data transfer securely and at a fraction of the cost of subscribing to traditional wired services.
The Canopy Advantage platform is built on the field proven Canopy system and includes the high level of interference tolerance, scalability, signal reliability and ease of installation inherent in all Canopy equipment. Building on these strengths, the Canopy Advantage platform provides the following enhancements:

• Higher Performance: Effectively reduces latency by one-third (from approximately 20 milliseconds to 5 to 7 milliseconds)
  
• Faster Speeds: Essentially doubles throughput of a Canopy subscriber module (SM). It delivers data rates in excess of today's DSL and cable networks of 7 Mbps. With the new Canopy Advantage SM, the throughput doubles yet again to 14 Mbps to a single user.
  
• True Quality of Service: Enables operators to provide differentiated levels of service using Committed Information Rate (CIR) and Maximum Information Rate (MIR)
  
• Comprehensive Multi-Services Platform: An ATM frame structure uses small frame sizes which reduce retransmission times and provides for low latency - a critical component for delivering high quality services such as VoIP and online gaming.
  
• Seamless Integration: All subscriber modules currently in the field can easily be upgraded via software download, and benefit from the Advantage platform when used with a Canopy Advantage Access Point (AP).
  

Motorola Canopy is proving to be the wireless broadband solution ofchoice for high profile sporting venues where the security of thousands of people is at stake? The wireless broadband solution was usedat Kaiserslautern, Germany, to improve security at the 2006 FIFA World Cup matches held at the city’s football stadium. Security experts developed a network structure and frequency allocation plan based on Canopy modules and access points. This enabled feeds from 40 digital video cameras stationed across the stadium and neighbouring areas to be transmitted to police headquarters. Canopy’s success at Kaiserslautern could be replicated for future major sporting events, such as the next FIFA World Cup that takes place in South Africa in 2010.

HD is the new generation video technology. HD resolution is 9 times (9xCIF) the quality of traditional videoconferencing systems. True-to-size and high performance, it offers high fidelity, clarity and efficiency, making it an invaluable alternative to face-to-face meetings. In addition, HD systems are able to operate at lower bandwidths and still provide video images, which are much sharper than those obtained using standard videoconferencing. Thanks to wideband audio and the life-like quality of High-Definition video, participants can appreciate the true value of body language and other forms of non-verbal communication. High Definition conferencing introduces the “human factor” into videoconferencing sessions and creates a more natural environment, perfect for improving interpersonal relations and increasing productivity.

OASIS is a hardware and software system for real-time, on-line monitoring of structures for continuous evaluation of structural integrity.

OASIS performs four vital functions:

• Remote, real-time alerting using on-screen imaging and audible alarms
  
• Doubles as an event-triggered, high dynamic range, high speed accelerograph
  
• Remote control and display of system functions through direct feedback, "hands on," Windows environment
  
• Long-term health monitoring
  

• Reduced response time through fast communication and intelligent processing
  
• Better information with on-line analysis of structural status
  
• Visual displays create better understanding of critical problems
  

It is not necessary to scream or to travel hour after hour, so as to share your plane, to talk about business strategies or to interchange data or information with friends or partners. Just look around and find your own video phone.
You need html content or e-mail client, MSN messenger, Google talk, Yahoo or you want to manage your web server? Oooo, in this case your video phone will be unusable.
You need Maia XC – the newest Aethra’ elaboration. XC можете  да осъществите 1 видео сесия и едновременно с това още 3 независими аудио сесии.

With all the buzz surrounding wireless broadband, The Wireless Event is fast becoming one of the most important shows in the European communications industry. Motorola is pleased to be a Lead Sponsor of this year's event. We are looking forward to sharing the exciting new opportunities of MOTOwi4 wireless broadband portfolio with you, and one of the stars of the show promises to be our wi4 Fixed solutions.

Motorola's wi4 Fixed portfolio provides scalable point-to-point solutions—which were recently honored with Britain’s most prestigious commercial prize, the Queen’s Award for Enterprise—and point-to-multipoint systems that lay the foundation for truly integrated wireless broadband networks. For enterprises, and the service providers who partner with them, wi4 Fixed solutions provide reliable, cost-effective high-speed voice and data services and the new, leading-edge applications enterprise users demand: VoIP, enhanced security, video surveillance, tracking, mobility, interactive collaboration and more.

Even better, the wi4 Fixed solutions are proven based on deployments in more than 120 countries. You can deploy your networks today and see returns sooner rather than later, because Motorola’s wi4 Fixed solutions can be deployed in a matter of days, rather than weeks or months. Motorola’s wi4 Fixed solutions are part of the MOTOwi4™ Portfolio of wireless broadband solutions that also include wi4 WiMAX, wi4 Mesh solutions and wi4 Indoor solutions.

If you are excited by wireless broadband as the most cost-effective, fastest-to-market way to expand or extend networks or add high-speed mobility, come see our wireless broadband specialists at Stand #307.

We’re looking forward to speaking with you at the show - we’ll show you how Motorola’s wireless broadband solutions can take you to tomorrow, today. 

ANDOVER, MA-- March 26, 2007--Enterasys Networks, Inc., the Secure Networks Company™ today announced the immediate availability of four new Diamond Distributed Forwarding Engines (DFEs), the latest innovation for its industry-leading Enterasys Matrix™ N-Series flow-based switches. The new DFEs deliver increased security, routing and policy scalability for backbone roles in the core and distribution layers of enterprise networks. Designed for use in any Enterasys Matrix N-Series chassis (N7, N5, N3 and N1), Diamond DFEs provide high-performance, high-density Gigabit Ethernet and 10-Gigabit Ethernet aggregation. The Diamond DFEs’ flow-based architecture delivers granular, end-to-end visibility and control over individual users, services and applications, as well as firewall-like security on every port for downstream devices through multi-user, multi-method authentication, authorization and audit. Enterasys N-Series flow switches:

• Ensure only the right users are accessing the right information from the right place at the right time

   

• Discover, classify and prioritize voice and video traffic distinctly from data traffic even though a single port may have 1,000 downstream users

   

• Prevent the spread of worms or viruses throughout a network and protect users within a VLAN or workgroup through quarantine and isolation of individual conversations – not just ports and/or VLANs.

   

Aethra is Videoconferencing Company of the Year 2006
 
Web-based global newsletter Videoconferencing Insight gives Aethra the Award of Videoconferencing Company of the Year for technical innovation and progress in 2006
 
Ancona, Italy, -- 17 January 2007 -- Aethra SpA, a leader in the global video communication market, today announced that it has been chosen as Videoconferencing Company of the Year 2006 by Videoconferencing Insight, www.vcinsight.com, the web-based newsletter, internationally recognised as one of the top authorities on the world video communications scenario since 1996. 
 
The editor of Videoconferencing Insight, Richard Line, supported his choice of Aethra by emphasizing how the company has made considerable technical innovation and progress in 2006. As a result,  “Aethra is now a clear Number 3 in the videoconferencing industry”, he said.
 
VC Insight newsletter goes on to explain, “Aethra is offering the best technology available, stylish Italian design and some features that are better than competitive offerings. As Aethra competes fiercely with attractive pricing, this is a compelling proposition worldwide. Aethra now sells in over sixty countries worldwide and has a strong presence in China. Aethra’s market share increased in 2006 and is likely to rise further in 2007”. 
 
The significant achievements made by Aethra during 2006 include the enhancement of its range of videoconferencing endpoints with the Vega X5 set top and the offering of enhanced voice and video network infrastructure products for Unified Communications. 
In addition, 2006 saw the presentation of Aethra’s Vega X7 High Definition videoconferencing system, that has ensured the company’s position among the industry leaders with regard to HD.
 
 “Over the past year, Aethra has concentrated on developing new synergies and valorising existing partnerships. We are delighted to receive this award in recognition of our success at international level,” declared Marco Viezzoli, Aethra SpA CEO. “As well as enhancing our range or videoconferencing systems, we have become a real total solution provider for visual communications. Today, using solutions under the Aethra brand, we can build complex visual communications networks for its clients encompassing desktop, room system and infrastructure technologies including NAT & Firewall traversal and 3G mobile networks connectivity.”
 
VC Inights’s Award citation concludes: “Aethra now delivers a complete range of high quality videoconferencing products under its own brand. Thus Aethra became in 2006 a complete global solutions provider for both videoconferencing systems and Unified Communications. Aethra is the third company to achieve this goal. That is why Aethra is Videoconferencing Insight’s Videoconferencing Company of the Year 2006.” 
 
 

The network is slow.  Who's to blame?  Where to start?  NetTool Series II redefines how to track down and isolate the source of connectivity problems while providing the vision you need to troubleshoot network devices.  The new NetTool Series II Inline Network Tester features NetProve diagnostics - an easy, one-button method to prove if the network is to blame for a connectivity problem.  In seconds, you can test connectivity to key devices and service ports enterprise-wide.
NetTool Series II's inline vision provides a unique view into 10, 100 and Gigabit links to troubleshoot device problems fast.  Verify compatible configurations of switches and PCs.  Monitor the conversations between VoIP phones and the network, and measure call quality.  Discover key devices, problems, VLANs and switch ports.  Measure PoE line voltage and current and verify PoE pairs.  And if the problem is cable related, NetTool verifies wiremap and displays the distance to cabling faults.  IntelliTone digital toning helps locate cables others can't, even when the cable is terminated at a switch.
All this in a handheld, portable tool built to take what you can dish out.
NetTool Series II incorporates a host of new features to help you quickly troubleshoot device problems and verify device and application connectivity.

• Inline Gigabit vision to identify and resolve device problems on 10, 100 and Gigabit links.
  
• NetProve diagnostics to isolate the source of device and application connectivity problems - in seconds.
  
• PoE measurement to qualify 802.3af links and troubleshoot PoE device problems.
  
• IntelliTone digital toning to safely and effectively isolate and locate cables.
  
• VoIP enhancements to enable testing of H.323, SIP and SCCP systems and saving of VoIP test results.

The right NetTool for the job.  Since no two networks are identical, testing needs vary.  From our top-of-the-line NetTool Series II Pro VoIP to the entry-level NetTool 10/100, you will find a NetTool that fits your needs and your budget.
To see how NetTool Series II can troubleshoot connectivity problems four times faster than traditional methods, visit www.flukenetworks.com/nettool and take NetTool for a virtual test drive.

Summary:  The DTX 10 Gig over Copper Cabling Test Solution (including Fluke Networks Alien Crosstalk test method) is released and shipping

The cabling market has been abuzz for some time with talk about the new 10 Gb/s Ethernet application over twisted-pair cabling: 10GBASE-T. The IEEE standard board approved this standard (802.3an) in June of this year. Fluke Networks has actively participated in the development work leading to the cabling performance specifications and a test methodology.
The public announcement date for the DTX 10 Gig over Copper Cable Test Solution was Friday October 6, 2006.
 
The DTX-1800 – Be ready to test 10 Meg to 10 Gig!
The DTX 10 Gig over Copper Cable Test Solution consists of a DTX-1800 and an accessory kit DTX-10GKIT that contains hardware accessories and software to execute the Alien Crosstalk tests.
The DTX-1800 as it was released two years ago was designed to measure cabling parameters up to 900 MHz and is fully equipped to certify individual cabling links for 10GBASE-T.

BSD Bulgaria built a contemporary telecommunication infrastructure in the new Expeqtis LTd.’ Building.

The backbone is completely built by fiber optic traces. The new structure cabling system consist 7200 points. To ensure manufacturing processes, BSD Bulgaria developed and introduced multifunctional passive components into the communication structure, which includes computer and telephone ports as well as possibility for manufacturing mechanizations’ power supply. For the Structure cabling system’s building are used Belden’ cables, which are arranged and termed in 11 communication racks “Conteg” as well as connectors and other passive components “Panduit”, which ensure network access from each point. BSD Bulgaria installed the active equipment, which is needed for infrastructure’s functioning. The structure cabling system is certified by BSD Bulgaria’ teams.

Enhance your vision into fiber link verification and troubleshooting Today's high bandwidth premise networks heavily rely on fiber optic infrastructure. Proper installation and maintenance of fiber cabling is imperative for minimizing costly network downtime. SimpliFiber Optical Loss Test Kits from Fluke Networks provide all the tools you need to verify proper installation and maintain fiber optic cabling systems. These four convenient kits combine simple and effective tools to help you measure loss and power levels, locate faults and polarity issues, and inspect connector endfaces.

See which kit is right for you, go to www.flukenetworks.com/newfiberkits and learn about our special promotion. Buy one of our new SimpliFiber Kits and receive a FREE Fiber Optic Cleaning Kit ($140 USD value).

Built-In Ease of Use and Efficiency
The CoLT-450P is the right tool for service confirmation testing, maintenance and troubleshooting. It offers straightforward menus, pass/fail indicators and advanced DSL test features, making IPTV and VoIP quality assessment a simple task. This powerful handheld provides a comprehensive analysis of all layers involved.

Quality Assurance at All Phases of Triple-Play Service Deployments
When it comes to triple-play services, it is key to perform tests throughout the whole deployment process—installation, provisioning/activation and service/troubleshooting. The CoLT-450P delivers the required data, voice and video test capabilities.

Data

Supports the latest DSL standards

Terminate and Through mode operation

Multiple encapsulation methods

IP layer testing: Ping, Traceroute and Web download speed

Industry’s best interoperability

VoIP testing supporting SIP and MGCP

Multilayer monitoring and analysis

Voice delay and jitter histograms

Fully supports simultaneous multiple channels of HDTV and standard def TV

IPTV testing supporting MPEG2, MPEG4 and WM9/VC-1

Set-top box IGMP emulation for testing at the NID

Per-layer error detection and traffic histograms

Channel Zap time measurements

QoS pass/fail indicators

Motorola offers two types of Canopy point-to-point products developed to meet a variety of connectivity challenges. The Line-of-Sight 10 and 20 Mbps backhaul products are designed to operate in the 2.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.4 and 5.7 GHz frequencies. The OFDM 30 and 60 Mbps operate in the 5.4 and 5.7 GHz frequencies while the 150 and 300 are designed for the 5.7 GHz frequency band. Operators use the systems’ higher bandwidth to transmit IP data, video, VoIP and channelized voice for a variety of markets and applications.
Point-to-Point Benefits
The MOTOwi4 Point-to-Point Portfolio provides exceptional link reliability and performance, signifi- cantly reducing interference in noisy RF conditions and nLoS and NLoS environments. Small footprints and power over Ethernet reduce the amount of valuable tower space needed, and remote link management capabilities help lessen operating costs. Installation is fast and simple, with units designed to be easily mounted and adjusted even in the smallest of spaces.
Range: LoS - Up to 200 Kilometers
           nLoS - Up to 40 Kilometers
           NLoS - Up to 10 Kilometers
Technology: OFDM
Unique Features
    • Line-of-Sight, NON and Near Line-of-Sight
    • Carrier Class Reliability
    • Weather Resistant
    • Compact & Rugged Design
    • Dual Polarized Antennas
    • Integrated & Connectorized Antenna Options
    • Adaptive Modulation
    • Dynamic Frequency Selection
    • Transmit Diversity
    • Redundant Power Supplies
Ideal Applications: Urban/Suburban Locations, Uniting Campuses with High Bandwidth Requirements, Backbone for Metro WiFi Networks, Government Installations, Temporary & Emergency Systems, Cellular Backhaul, Video Surveillance, Telemedicine, E-Learning, Banking

Poor application performance is a problem with negative effects throughout a business, from reduced employee productivity to increased customer dissatisfaction and loss of business. It also significantly reduces IT department efficiency, as staff members are repeatedly pulled away from development projects to troubleshoot performance issues.
Join Fluke Networks in this interactive webinar for an in-depth discussion on how you can use SuperAgent to monitor end-user application response times and identify the source of delays, all without the deployment of desktop or server agents.
Learn how to:

New EtherScope™ Series II - helping first line response technicians solve 10/100/Gigabit problems fast on twisted pair, optical fiber and wireless LANs.
On June 12, 2006, Fluke Networks will publicly announce the new EtherScope Series II Network Assistant.  First responders to network emergencies rely on the EtherScope Series II Network Assistant when it’s time for action – a handheld portable network analyzer combining essential tools that help network professionals quickly solve the wide range of problems they encounter – 10, 100 and Gigabit speeds, twisted pair and optical fiber cabling, wired and wireless LANs.  The new Series II platform strengthens EtherScope’s arsenal of network troubleshooting tools with a Gigabit Fiber interface, an 802.1X authentication and DHCP address acquisition log, an expanded MIB/discovery library and PoE solicitation – making the EtherScope an even more valuable assistant.
Less is more when network professionals need to respond to network problems quickly.  Compared to an assortment of cobbled-together, non-integrated products, the EtherScope Series II costs 12% less.  It delivers a 66% time-savings due to the efficiency of having all the analysis information available in your hands in an easy-to-use, integrated tool.  Integration also results in a solution that is 60% smaller and 78% lighter than a collection of individual tools, so it is easy to carry and there are no parts to forget.
We are releasing new EtherScope software to support Series II.  The new 2.5 software is a free download for all customers.  It runs on both existing EtherScopes and new Series II models.  The release notes provide details on all the new software features.
Coincident with the introduction of the new EtherScope Series II models, we are announcing the retirement of the existing EtherScope models.  We are announcing a corresponding new Series II model for nearly every model retired, plus a few new Series II Gig Fiber models that are not available today.  Note that due to the introduction of powerful new features like 802.1X support, connection logging, PoE solicitation, and an expanded MIB/discovery library, the price for the base models has increased by €200

We introduce the new portative, lighter FTB-150 from EXFO’s family, which  will satisfy your requirements in fiber optic traces’ testing. With FTB - 150 Compact OTDR  you have more opportunities:

Measures up to 4 wavelengths at the same time. Industry’s fastest acquisition times.

Touchscreen and shortkey functionality.

Feathers: VFL, power meter, fiber inspection probe, Improve productivity.

The Compact Platform Built for the SUPERTECH
The FTB-200 is a compact, modular platform designed for multilayer and multimedium testing
·          Tests physical, transport and datacom
·          Accommodates two field-interchangeable modules
·          Integrated hardware options such as visual fault locator (VFL), fiber inspection probe and power meter
Designed for metro/access and FTTx networks
·          Lightweight construction
·          Touchscreen resistant to shock, water, dust and common chemicals
·          Dial and shortkeys for easy scrolling and selecting Meets GR-196-CORE standards
·          Extended battery life of more than 8 hours, perfect for OTDR testing
Improved productivity
·          4-second power-up time with Windows CE
·          Faster acquisition, processing and reporting
·          Instantaneous AutoSync USB for file transfer and software upgrades USB A/B and RJ-45
·          Compact Flash (memory, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth)

With the new Canopy™ Lite subscriber modules (SM), Motorola helps service providers deliver broadband services to virtually everyone who wants them. The lower cost of Canopy Lite SMs makes high-speed Internet access, web browsing, e-mail—and even more advanced applications like VoIP and multi-media services—available to customers who couldn’t previously afford them.

Part of Motorola’s globally proven Canopy platform, Canopy Lite SMs are designed to help network operators convert dial-up subscribers to broadband simply, quickly… and profitably.  The Canopy Lite SMs work in concert with the Canopy Advantage access points and deliver speeds of 512 Kbps throughput with 768 Kbps burst and a maximum of 100 Kbps full duplex Committed Information Rate (CIR). The Canopy Lite SMs offer substantially lower costs with the same high performance, reliability and interference tolerance for which the Canopy system is renowned.

Easily integrated into your Canopy network, Canopy Lite SMs are scaleable, available initially in the 5.7 GHz frequency band and can be software upgraded via the Canopy Prizm™ (to 1, 2, 4 or 7 Mbps) to add incremental throughput quickly and economically.  Additional frequencies will be introduced in 2006 so be sure to check back often to see the new product listings.

New tap and switch models

Several new tap and switch models are immediately available, adding greater flexibility and visibility to Fluke Network’s portable and distributed network analysis offerings.  When deploying analyzers on a network, customers must always consider the type of data that needs to be seen (location) and the method of gaining access to that data (connectivity).  The two most common deployment methods include using a switch SPAN/mirror port or an in line tap.  Each method has its own Pros and Cons.  Discussing deployment strategies with your customer will provide added value, as well as incremental revenue, to the solutions you sell.

Enhance your vision into fiber link verification and troubleshooting Today's high bandwidth premise networks heavily rely on fiber optic infrastructure. Proper installation and maintenance of fiber cabling is imperative for minimizing costly network downtime. SimpliFiber Optical Loss Test Kits from Fluke Networks provide all the tools you need to verify proper installation and maintain fiber optic cabling systems. These four convenient kits combine simple and effective tools to help you measure loss and power levels, locate faults and polarity issues, and inspect connector endfaces.

See which kit is right for you, go to www.flukenetworks.com/newfiberkits

VoIP Тестване

The Boot Log displays key boot events such as DHCP address acquisition, DNS lookup of call servers and gateways, downloading of operating files, and call server registration. NetTool VoIP supports complete troubleshooting of the IP phone boot process including physical layer tests of structured wiring, patch cables, switch port configuration, VLANs and PoE voltage.

The VoIP Log displays call control events, QoS configuration, and call quality metrics. The log records call setup, configuration, and tear down of a call in progress. As the call proceeds, the RTP configuration is displayed including IP addresses and ports used, VLAN priority or Diff Serv and codec. Once the call is competed, the log displays the RTP quality metrics such as jitter and dropped packets.

The VoIP Monitor feature tracks call quality in progress by measuring the RTP stream and displaying the number of frames, dropped frames, out of sequence frames and jitter. The monitor also displays RTCP endpoint information such as jitter and dropped packets. Statistics are available for both the phone side and the network side while a call is in progress.

VoIP Option testing configurations
Four testing locations shown below support the complete VoIP life cycle with testing, monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities at the edge of the VoIP network: before phone installation, with the phone installed and NetTool cascaded off the phone.

1. NetTool to switch
2. IP phone to NetTool to switch
3. NetTool to IP phone to switch
4. PC to NetTool to IP phone to switch

PASADENA, CA – March. 21, 2006 – Malaysian Meteorological Service’s (MMS) Seismological Division and administered by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MoSTI ), will upgrade its current Kinemetrics' Aspen System Solution to support real-time automatic data acquisition and processing capability to detect, locate, and determine the magnitude of potentially tsunamigenic earthquakes occurring in the region and beyond or its immediate margins in order to improve Tsunami earthquake disaster prevention and reduction.

MoSTI through MMS and many other programs is responsible for the improvement of public welfare, which includes creating programs related to the prevention and mitigation of natural disasters. They also provide professional and technical training, and carry out active programs of research and international cooperation. For more information about MMS/MoSTI, please visit their website.

Malaysian MMS Aspen Seismic System is built on existing ultra-low power Q330 stations' subsystems with the addition of several new ones; all transmitting data in real-time. The MMS Aspen Data Center will consist of several SUN UNIX-based computers running Antelope and its Seismic Information System (ASIS) software. The Antelope system software will provide network data acquisition, interoperability with other existing seismic networks in regions like Australia, Indonesia through GFZ-Potsdam, Singapore, Korea, Pacific21 of Japan, CTBTO and future ones and field sites for all aspects of operations, maintenance, data analysis and data archiving.

These high fidelity and ultra-low power Q330+STS-2 seismic stations will be sending data in real-time using VSAT communications to the Network Facility (NF) at MMS, Selangor. Besides being the Data Center for MMS, the NF Antelope system will also provide readily accessible, high-quality seismic data for real-time data exchange with other regional and global networks. In addition, such high-quality seismic data could be available to academic communities and other scientific organizations for the support of both basic and applied research. To ensure network quality assurance and on-line customer support, Kinemetrics will provide on-line support from its office in Pasadena, California.

Kinemetrics' Aspen System Solution is a state-of-the-art real-time system configured to provide a comprehensive set of data and processed information for earthquake monitoring. Aspen uses Commercially-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) hardware, industry standard communication protocols, and industry standard open software in a distributed client/server networking solution. This open-system architecture allows users to grow and adapt their systems as requirements change and new technologies emerge.

Kinemetrics' open-architecture Aspen system solution is a state-of-the-art real-time Environmental Monitoring Solution (EMS) that delivers a comprehensive set of monitoring data, processed information, command and control capabilities to wireless measurement nodes from single or multiple Data Centers over IP.

A typical Aspen wireless measurement node consists of the ultra-high performance and low-power, 6-channel Q330HR or ultra-low power Q330 data acquisition system, K2, or Etna with Global Positioning System (GPS), an IP-based wire or wireless data communication system, various types of sensors, including video or sound and  an autonomous power module.

The latest product from Quanterra, the Q330HR, is a New Standard for Broadband Seismology & Next Generation of an Ultra-High Resolution Data Acquisition System that exceeds the IRIS GSN standard that was set by Quanterra 20 years ago. The Q330HR's actual resolution and dynamic range now breaks the 24-bit barrier to enable a new generation of broad-band instrumentation.

Each measurement node can transmit data, video or sound to the observed site Gateway and via VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) satellite technology or terrestrial IP communication links (in both real-time and dial-in/out modes of operation) to the Antelope based Environmental Monitoring Data Center where the Environmental Information System (EIS) is located.

For more info on Aspen system description please check: http://www.kinemetrics.com/product_Content.asp?newsid=118,

For more information on the Kinemetrics Aspen, the Q330,PB14F, Q730, Q4120, Q680, MAKALU, K2, ETNA and other products; the Antelope mission-critical software solution for environmental monitoring networks, or VSAT solution please check

http://www.kinemetrics.com/product_Content.asp?newsid=118,http://www.kinemetrics.com/products.asp, http://www.kinemetrics.com/product_Content.asp?newsid=122 , http://www.hns.com and http://www.spacenet.com/

The right tool, 14 April

Select the right tool. See the difference.

The right tool can make all the difference. That's why Fluke Networks offers a range of portable network tools that are easy-to-use, intuitive and designed to accomplish exactly what you need them to. Regardless of whether you're performing moves, adds and changes, deploying new technologies or troubleshooting network problems. We have the tools you need to immediately focus on the job at hand. And focus is key - especially as your network becomes more diverse, and your job more complex. If you're searching for the right tool for the job, Fluke Networks' line of portable network tools are worth looking into.

See for yourself what a difference the right tool can make. View our interactive selection guide at www.flukenetworks.com/righttool to determine which tool best meets your need.

To continue support of the industry development of higher bandwidth fiber optic cabling systems, Fluke Networks is releasing the next generation Fiber Modules for DTX CableAnalyzer^TM.  The new modules will support all the features of the older modules, plus the new modules will support interchangeable connectors on the Fiber Optic Meter within each Fiber Module. 
 
The standard product offering will include the SC connector.  LC, ST and FC connectors are optional and can be purchased as accessories.  In addition, the new multimode modules, DTX-MFM2, will be offered with both 50 um and 62.5 um Test Reference Cords as part of the standard offering.  Test Reference Cords are high quality test interface patch cords. 
 
There will be 3 new models. DTX-MFM will transition to DTX-MFM2, DTX-GFM to DTX-GFM2, and DTX-SFM to DTX-SFM2.  Note that Fiber Kit models will not change, and the kits will include the new fiber modules.  Pricing will not change on the fiber modules or the fiber kits.