http://www.gaocomm.com/marketing/news GAO Comm Inc. is an international leading provider of telecommunication testers, electronic measurement instruments, fiber optic device, optical transceiver, communications and other electronic products that serve the needs of electronic engineers in the world. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:36:36 GMT FeedEdit http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=733 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld fiber optic power meterwhich provides high performance at an affordable price. It is well-suited for the installation, calibration and maintenance of telecommunications and CATV networks. This optical power meter features a compact size, light weight and easy operation making it suitable for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 9 Mar 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=728 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative IPTV testerwhich is intended to meet the specific testing challenge rising from growing popularity of IP-based applications. It is commonly used for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of IPTV and Internet services. This tester is designed for FTB-8510B and IQS-8510B Packet Blazer™ Ethernet test modules and CoLT-450P triple-play handheld test equipment. It is an ideal solution for triple play testing. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 8 Mar 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=723 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative E1/Datacom transmission analyzer ,which incorporates both E1 and Datacom testing functions. It also has many advanced test functions such as “PCM Simulator” GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 5 Mar 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=718 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld power meterfor use in the maintenance of telecommunications and CATV systems and in fiber optic test labs. It measures absolute power and relative loss of fiber optic cables. This power meter efficiently tests optical power over a wavelength range of 800nm to 1650nm and displays test results in mW, dB and dBm on its large LCD screen. The handheld design and it rugged design and resistance to dust and moisture make it ideally suited for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=715 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld xDSL tester designed to test and analyze VDSL, ADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+ networks. This compact tester accurately tests XDSL physical layer parameters including loop resistance, capacitance, insulation resistance and voltage and assists in confirming whether a line is suitable for XDSL services. It is an invaluable tool for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of any xDSL network. This portable tester also verifies connectivity from user to ISP service provider and conducts network layer tests after dial-up, including Ping, Ipconfig, Route and Tracert. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 1 Mar 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=712 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld ADSL testerwhich can also be used as a digital multi-meter. The ADSL tester is deigned for tier-1 ADSL engineers to test subscriber telephone connectivity line parameters and is particularly useful for the installation, testing and maintenance of ADSL equipment. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=709 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovativehandheld ADSL/XDS L tester which assists the technician in judging whether a line is suitable for xDSL services. It tests xDSL physical layer parameters including loop resistance, capacitance, insulation resistance and voltage. The tester is an ideal solution for the installation and maintenance of ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+, and READSL services. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=706 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber optic video transceiver module which is designed to support the transmission of two-way video over one optical fiber. This all-digital transceiver module is commonly used in closed-circuit TV monitoring system and is available in either stand-alone or rack mount card versions. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=703 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovativefiber optic transceiver module designed to support transmission of four-way video over one optical fiber. The fiber optic digital video transceiver module uses 10-bit/20MHz sampling technology for video digital encoding and is compatible with NTSC, PAL and SECAM video formats. It is available in either stand-alone or rack mount card versions. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=700 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative single-mode to multi-mode converter operating in full-duplex mode. It is used in the interlinking and data communication fields of LAN and WAN as well as for the single and multi-mode conversion. The modulated fiber optic converter conducts transparent conversion between the media of single mode and multi-mode optical fiber and connects FDDI, fast Ethernet or ATM at 1310nm wavelength for fiber optic transmission. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 9 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=697 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovativedigital insulation resistance tester which is designed to predict, prevent and identify insulation failures. It also tests most electric equipment and insulation materials such as transformers, electro-motors, cables, switches and other appliances. Encapsulated in a rugged and moulded plastic case, this high performance digital insulation resistance tester is an invaluable tool for field testing. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 5 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=691 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber optic fusion splicer featuring auto-check of fiber end-face, auto-calculation of the splicing loss, auto-select suitable fusion program and simultaneous X and Y views. The single fiber fusion splicer is specifically designed for dispersion-shifted fiber (DS), non-zero dispersion-shifted fiber (NZ-DS), and erbium-doped fiber (EDF); it is suitable for both single mode (SM) and multi-mode (MM) fiber optic applications. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 4 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=685 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovativehandheld optical power meter intended for absolute optical power and relative loss measurements in fiber optic applications. The power meter is an essential test instrument for telecommunications and CATV maintenance and is also suited for use in fiber optic test labs. It saves test time and decreases potential errors due to its ability to automatically recognize wavelengths. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 3 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=681 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative passive optical network (PON) power meter specially designed for the construction and maintenance of PON networks. The power meter is able to test PON networks using three standard wavelengths including 1310nm, 1490nm and 1550nm; it also has the ability to conduct burst mode signal testing at 1310nm. This portable meter measures and displays voice, data and video signal synchronously. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=677 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative visible fault locator suitable for both single mode and multi-mode fibers. The fault locator is a visible red laser source specifically used to find fiber faults in fiber jumpers, patch panels, enclosures, connectors and couplers. It uses visible light to indicate the location of fiber faults accurately from a macro bend point, break, problem coupler or connector or a mechanical splice that is not well aligned. This smart fault locator, model 811, has been widely used for the installation and maintenance of optical networks and is an ideal assistant for use with an OTDR as it remedies the limitation of the dead zone of an OTDR. It features low voltage warning and automatic power off for saving energy. The practical visible fault locator supports FC, ST and SC adaptors as well as CW and 2Hz alternative optical output modes. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=672 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative innovative digital signal level meter which is specially designed for cable television technical personnel to use in the maintenance of digital, analog, FM or bilateral networks. This handheld device is packed with such functions as single-channel, multi-channel, all-band scanning, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR, S/N) measurement, and spectrum and frequency analysis. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=668 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative serial USB channel buffer which is designed for the accumulation and delivery of data. It accumulates data from devices via RS-232 interface and downloads data to a computer via a USB port. The compact buffer supports transfer rates of 1200bps, 2400bps, 4800bps, 9600bps, 14400bps, 19200bps, 38400bps and 57600bps in data acquisition mode. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=665 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber optic power meter which conducts absolute and reference tests over a power range of -70dBm to 10dBm. This handheld fiber optic power meter features three modulated signal generation, auto-wave recognition, low-power consumption, a large LCD screen and superior source stability. The three modulated signal frequencies are 270Hz, 1kHz and 2kHz. Itsauto-wave recognition function saves test time and decreases potential errors. These features make the optical power meter an ideal tool for field testing. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=662 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative mini fiber optic power meter designed for CATV engineers and technicians working on single-mode fiber optic cables, CATV networks, or local networks. It is also an ideal tool for the debugging and maintenance of telecommunication networks. This compact power meter tests optic power within the wavelength range of 780nm to 1700nm. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=658 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative portable network testerthe – a sophisticated combination of many advanced testing instruments such asa Time-Domain Reflectometer (TDR) module and a Digital Multimeter (DMM) module. The price has been reduced to US$1,999.00 for a limited time. This highly rugged network tester boasts functions such as wiring diagram test, network test, PPPoE dialing and DMM test; the wiring diagram test function aims to validate cable link sequence. It supports network layer tests such as Ping, IPconfig, Tracert, and Route. This portable unit is an ideal solution to openfor the installation and to maintainenance of the xDSL operations. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=651 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative optical light source which is an ideal solution for fiber optic networks especially when used together with GAO’s optical power meter: LP-216. This optical light source is able to simulate various conditions in the manufacture, testing and maintenance of passive optical components. It is used for the maintenance of telecom, CATV, fiber optic test labs, and generic cabling systems (GCS). GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=648 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative digital/analog signal level meter intended for QAM digital/analog signal measurement. It is used to measure power, MER, BER, constellation, channel, carrier noise ratio and rail voltage. This optimized signal level meter features fast processing speed, low power consumption and high dependability. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 8 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=645 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative single fiber fusion splicerfeaturing digital color display, a built-in large capacity battery, and simultaneous X and Y views. Fusion splicing is preferred over mechanical splicing for its inherent durability and strength. This practical fusion splicer is intended to splice single mode (SM) or multimode (MM), dispersion shifted (DS), non-zero dispersion shifted (NZDS), and erbium doped fibers (EDF) in the construction and maintenance of fiber optic networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 6 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=642 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovativeportable optical power meter which is an essential solution for telecommunication and CATV maintenance as well as fiber optic test labs. This practical, portable optical power meter features simple key operation, accurate testing, a wide range of power measurements and an automatic self calibration function. It is especially useful for absolute optical power and relative loss measurements of fiber optics. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 4 Jan 2010 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=639 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld CATV analyzerat an impressive discount. It is specially designed to test analog TV indexes, digital TV QAM modulation channel power, and MER and BER modulation using special circuitry. The CATV analyzer is an ideal tool for troubleshooting network problems and monitoring potential network security attacks. It is also suitable for digital and analog mixed network testing and two-way network construction and transformation. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=637 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovativeinterface converterwhich supports ITU G.703, G.704, G.706, G.823 and 1.431 protocols. The device is a G.703/V.35 converter supporting transparent non-frame structure E1 transmission when data transmission rate is set to 2048kbps. The interface converter continuously converts N × 64kbps (N=1 to 32) data streams into E1 PCM signals. It also conducts self-detection tests for both local analog loops and long distance loops. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=633 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative QAM signal tester useful for testing in digital CATV transmission systems. This well-designed signal tester uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Radio Frequency (RF) technologies to enhance its practicality and reliability, especially in testing parameters of digital TV transmission links including channel power, C/N, and MER. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=629 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative plug-in fixed attenuators designed for use in telecommunication networks, optical fiber CATV networks, local area networks and optical sensors and optical fiber to household systems. These attenuators are designed to reduce the amplitude, or power, of a signal without appreciably distorting its waveform. They are especially useful for optical systems where the optical power from a source is too high for the test equipment in use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=627 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative ADSL 2+ tester that is commonly used as a digital multi-meter to test subscriber telephone connectivity and line parameters. This powerful tester’s functions include upstream and downstream rate measurement, error count, modem simulation, and ping and trace testing. Its compact size, rugged design, simple operation and powerful function make the tester an invaluable tool for ADSL technicians and engineers for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=625 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative PCM channel analyzerfeaturing flexible control modes and a convenient Windows’ style GUI. This easy-to-use PCM channel analyzer incorporates an analog signal generator/receiver, a selective level meter, a BER tester, a signal generator/receiver, a ring generator/identifier, a dialer, a DC loop circuit (ICT, OGT), a balanced bridge and a reflecting bridge into a single instrument. It is commonly used to test PCM devices, digital switches, carrier wave communication devices and VoIP devices. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=623 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber optic digital video transceiver module available in either stand-alone or rack mount card versions. It supports simultaneous transmission of four-way video and one-way return data over one optical fiber. The digital transceiver is used in closed-circuit TV (CCTV) monitoring systems operating at a data rate of up to 100kbps.Its hot-plugg able design and wide optical dynamic range of 20dB provides for the convenient installation, maintenance and operation in fiber optic applications. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 17 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=615 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative optical transmitter and receiver supporting G.703 connections. It uses very-large scale integrated (VLSI) circuitry, digital multiplexer and optical transmission technology. The point-to-point transceiver can act as a fiber optic multiplexer and transmit 4E1/8E1/16E1 over long distances without the need for repeaters; the transmission distance is 2 to 120km. This easily upgradable transceiver meets the requirements for high-speed data transmission and TDM integrated access. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=608 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative portable CATV analyzer which is specially designed for analog TV channel testing, digital channel power testing and analog TV image monitoring. The CATV analyzer features a light weight and compact size, superior interference immunity, and simultaneous display of measured data and TV images. It is a favored instrument for professionals working on both analog and digital TV integrated networks; it is also ideal for use in both sanitary both sterilest sanitary and harsh conditions. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=602 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative signal level meter which is well-designed for the installation, maintenance and testing of CATV systems. The sophisticated meter accurately measures CATV TILT, C/N, and trunk cable voltage. It is especially suitable for CATV stations as a professional measurement instrument. It and and is an ideal solution for the maintenance of digital, analog or bilateral networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 9 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=598 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative visual fault locatora 650nm visible laser source with an output power of 1.8mW. The visual fault locator detects broken or serious bend points in fiber optic cables and identifies fiber in ribbon or bundled fiber optic pigtails in installations where identifying a fiber from end to end may be troublesome or time-consuming. It is an ideal tool for engineers and technicians working in fiber optic networks, telecommunication and CATV maintenance. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 8 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=594 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative ADSL2+ testerThe handheld tester is an ideal tool for ILECs, CLECs, and sub-contractors, who are responsible for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of ADSL1, ADSL2 and ADSL2+ circuits. It supports multiple protocols including PPPoE (RFC 2516), PPPoA-LLC/VC MUX (RFC 2364), RFC 1483/ RFC 2684 bridged and routed modes, Static IP and DHCP. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=586 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative professional IPTV testerdesigned with xDSL test functions. The versatile IPTV tester tests network performance metrics, analyzes transport stream quality and verifies network configurations. It provides many kinds of test patterns including simulation, interception, series connection and straight connection. Featuring a true color TFT liquid crystal display and touch panel, simple operation and real-time display of test results, this IPTV tester is a perfect test device for maintaining IPTV services. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 2 Dec 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=582 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative IPTV tester specifically designed for FTB-8510B and IQS-8510B Packet Blazer™ Ethernet test modules and CoLT-450P triple-play handheld test equipment. This IPTV tester based on the CoLT-450P platform is intended to meet the specific testing challenge rising from growing popularity of IP-based applications. It has been widely used for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of IPTV and Internet services. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=579 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative Plug and Play Ethernet media converter used as a standalone unit or as a slide-in module to a 19-inch converter rack or a central wiring closet. It is compliant with the international network IEEE 802.3u standard. The media converter is designed to convert data signals between 10/100 Base-Tx and 100 Base-Fx fast Ethernet and extends the transmission distance limited by copper wire. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=576 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative multi-functional ADSL tester intended for the installation, maintenance and measurement of ADSL/ADSL 2+ applications. This powerful test unit provides test functions including upstream or downstream rate measurement, error count, DMM, MODEM simulation, and ping and trace testing. Its handheld design, simple operation and powerful functionality make the tester an invaluable tool for ADSL/ADSL 2+ technicians. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=572 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative optical electric signal level meter supporting operation on 1310nm and 1550nm wavelengths and is appropriate for HFC network applications. This highly portable meter displays constellation diagrams and optical pictures and conducts measurements of DVB signals, optical fiber signals and EVM. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=567 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative visual fault locatorfeaturing a small, light-weight pen-shaped design. This visual fault locator, model 3C-04, is commonly used for fiber optic identification and fault location on single mode or multi-mode fiber. It can also be used for wavelength loss testing. The high power, 650nm laser can transmit continuous light or adjustable strobe light. This compact locator has a measurement range of up to 5km and detects breaks and micro-bends even in jacketed fibers. It easily identifies cuts in fiber patch cords and ribbons or bunched pigtails. This fault locator is an ideal tool for the maintenance of fiber optic networks, LAN, FDDI, ATM optical systems, telecommunications and CATV networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=561 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld signal level meter a portable device operating in a frequency range of 46MHz to 870MHz. It is specially designed and manufactured for CATV systems installation and testing. This meter is commonly used to test CATV signal levels in both channel and frequency modes. As a measurement instrument, this handheld meter is especially useful for CATV stations due to its ability to simultaneously display two channels. It is ideally suited for the maintenance of digital, analog or bilateral networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=554 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber optic digital video transceiver module– an all-digital device which is designed to support the transmission of two-way video over one optical fiber. The all-digital fiber optic video transceiver module is commonly used in closed-circuit TV (CCTV) monitoring systems. Its hot-pluggable design and wide dynamic range provide convenience for installation, maintenance and operation. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=551 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative handheld signal level meter a portable device operating over a frequency range of 46MHz to 870MHz. It is specially designed and manufactured for CATV systems installation and testing. This meter is commonly used to test CATV signal levels in both channel and frequency modes. As a measurement instrument, this handheld meter is especially useful for CATV stations due to its ability to simultaneously display two channels. It is ideally suited for the maintenance of digital, analog or bilateral networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 10 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=543 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative Ethernet fiber converter that converts optical-to-electric media. It carries out mutual conversion between 10Base-T/100Base-TX pair electrical signals and 100Base-FX optical signals. The fast Ethernet fiber converter is especially suited for long-distance transmission networks of 10/100Mbps fast Ethernet. It is designed to ensure an efficient, reliable and high performance network. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=540 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber optic power meter which delivers excellent performance This cost-effective meter is intended for installation, calibration and maintenance of telecommunications and CATV networks. The optical power meter features a small size, light weight and conducts multi-mode measurements making it well-suited for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=537 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative E1/Datacom transmission analyzer which integrates both E1 and datacom testing functions and is intended for comprehensive analysis, measurement and evaluation of the transmission quality of telecommunications systems. Its portable design, simple operation and multifunctional features make it an invaluable tool for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=536 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative single fiber fusion splicer featuring auto-check of fiber end-face, auto-calculation of the splicing loss, auto-select suitable fusion program and simultaneous X and Y views. It is intended for splicing dispersion shifted, non-zero dispersion shifted, and erbium doped fibers; it is suitable for both single mode (SM) and multi-mode (MM) fiber optic applications. Fusion splicing is preferred over mechanical splices for its inherent durability and strength GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=534 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative barcode storage device with a scan-head for reading data. The cost-effective barcode storage device is designed for applications such as warehousing are scanning in entertainment and exhibition centers. The barcode reader is programmable and configurable remotely via RS-232 interface. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=532 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative fiber converter series which are equipped with RS-485, RS-422 or RS-232 serial connections and multi-mode or single-mode fiber interfaces. They provide an ST connector for multi-mode fiber and an FC connecter for single-mode fiber and support asynchronous, point-to-point operation. The series of fiber converters are commonly used in industrial process control and distributed data acquisition and are particularly suitable for applications such as power system automation and traffic control. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=530 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative data communication tester a multi-purpose tester designed for the maintenance and trouble-shooting of digital networks. It is used to carry out both framed and unframed tests on various equipment such as primary multiplexers, digital cross connects, automatic protection switches and circuits operating at a speed between 50bit/s and 2048kbit/s. Its lightweight and compact design makes it ideal for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=525 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative innovative digital signal level meter This full-featured, handheld device features a durable and portable design, easy keypad operation, high accuracy and quick response time; it provides a complete signal test system in an easy-to-carry protective case. The full-featured signal level meter is designed for the cable television technician to use in the maintenance of digital, analog, FM or bilateral networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=521 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative visible fault locatora visible red laser source and fault locator specifically used to find fiber faults in fiber jumpers, patch panels, enclosures, connectors and couplers. This smart fault locator is suitable for both single mode and multimode fibers and is an ideal tool for the installation and maintenance of optical networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=512 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative ADSL tester– a battery-powered telecommunications instrument applicable for installation, testing and maintenance of ADSL equipment. The portable tester can also be used as a digital multi-meter and is an ideal choice for ADSL engineers and technicians to test subscriber telephone connectivity line parameters GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=510 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its portable ADSL tester designed for xDSL testing, including ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and READSL. It is an ideal solution for xDSL installation and maintenance in telecommunication systems. The ADSL tester provides ADSL2 plus auto modem mode and multi modem mode for selection. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=499 Paris – Alcatel-Lucent recently announced that it has been selected by the OpenNet consortium, to be the System Integrator for its Operations and Business Support Systems (OSS and BSS) responsible for managing its nationwide all-fiber platform in the frame of Singapore’s Next Generation National Broadband Network (Next Gen NBN). Alcatel-Lucent will provide a turn-key solution to OpenNet, including software, hardware and professional services in support of OpenNet’s target NetCo operations and business models. Project will be completed in phases and full completion is targeted for July 2010. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=495 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the availability of its serial USB channel buffer, which is intended for the accumulation, reception and delivery of data. It accumulates data from devices via serial channel RS-232 and downloads data to a computer via a USB port. Its built-in flash memory capacity is 16 Mb and the buffer supports transfer rates of1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 38400 and 57600 bps in data acquisition mode. The USB serial channel buffer has low power consumption. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=492 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has launched its full-featured digital transmission system test device – E1/Datacom tester featuring a handheld design, smart navigation mode display and high resolution backlight LCD. This datacom tester is designed for the installation, testing, acceptance and daily maintenance of digital networks and is able to perform channel tests, alarm analysis, fault location and signal analysis. In addition, this tester provides various protocol converters with one-way and bi-directional bit-error-rate (BER) test functions. These capabilities make it ideal for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=490 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm provides its 3Com compatible 1000Base-T SFP transceiver for copper networks, which is a hot-pluggable I/O device that plugs into module sockets. The SFP transceivers connect the electrical circuitry of the module with optical or copper network and are fully compatible with original 3Com transceivers. The transceivers can be used in conjunction with any GBIC module supported by 3Com devices. They are designed for 10 Gigabit per second SONET/SDH, Fibre Channel, gigabit Ethernet, 10 gigabit Ethernet and other applications like DWDM links. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=488 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has added released its multi-functional portable network tester the which combines thesatisfiesincorporates all of the practical functions of many advanced testing instruments such asa Time-Domain Reflectometer (TDR) and Digital Multimeter (DMM) into a single device. This highly rugged network tester tests the cable length, breaks, and swinging cross within a maximum distance of 150m. This portable unit supports network layer tests such as Ping, Ipconfig, Tracert, and Route as well as conducting other tests such as AC or DC voltage, line capacitance, and line insulation. It is an ideal solution to openfor the installation and to maintainenance of the xDSL operations. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=486 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has released this fiber optic power meter, which performs fast and accurate measurements. This well-designed meter is an ideal testing instrument for engineers working on single mode optical cable network installation, debugging and maintenance in telecommunications networks, CATV networks, and local network projects. Featuring a compact size, light weight and low power consumption, the meter ensures easy and efficient performance in taking field measurements. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=485 AN UNORTHODOX RACE in South Africa has revealed that it is faster to transmit 4GB of data via carrier pigeon than it is to send it over the country’s main ADSL services.An IT company in Durban decided to hold a competition to test a theory once discussed over a watercooler. Would it be faster to use a carrier pigeon to send data than to use the country’s biggest web firm, Telkom? Bad news for Telkom – yes, it is. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=482 performs optical measurement of power and loss at 850nm, 980nm, 1310nm, 1480nm and 1550nm calibrated wavelengths. It is widely used in the engineering of LANs, CATVs and long-distance optical fiber trunks, and the RD of fiber optics and passive and active optical devices. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=480 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the availability of its multi-functional optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) for use with CATV, ISP and telecommunication fiber networks. This portable OTDR is widely used for loss analysis and fault locating in the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks and equipment. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=474 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has added this compact and lightweight single fiber fusion splicer to its collection of fiber optical instruments. The typical splice loss of this innovative mechanical fusion splicer is only 0.1dB to 0.3dB. The single fiber fusion splicer can be used for dispersion-shifted fiber (DSF), non-zero dispersion-shifted fiber (NZ-DSF), and erbium-doped fiber (EDF). GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=467 High-speed broadband to create communities of haves and have nots.. Growth in localised, high-speed residential broadband services is beginning to open a new chasm between urban and rural areas in terms of internet access, according to new findings from Gartner. The analyst firm’s Emerging Technology Analysis: Ultra-High-Speed Residential Broadband Internet, Global Consumer Services report predicts that a new digital divide will have emerged within three to five years between those able to access residential broadband speeds of 50Mbit/s or higher and those limited to basic access speeds. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=466 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has released its versatile E1 service tester, a handheld test device intended for installation, acceptance and maintenance testing of digital transmission systems. The tester performs channel testing, alarm analysis, fault detection and signal analysis of E1 (2Mb/s) lines. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=463 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its innovative CATV analog/digital signal level meter operating at frequencies from 1 to 856MHz. The highly portable meter is compliant with DVB-C or ITU J.83 Annex A/C and ensures fast and accurate measurement of CATV signals. This analog/digital signal level meter is intended to test analog signal’s level, V/A, C/N, TILT and spectrum as well as QAM digital signal power, MER and BER. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=460 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has released its portable 10/100/1000m Ethernet analyzer, which features multi-network testing and comprehensive network monitoring functions. This handheld analyzer is an ideal tool for analyzing and troubleshooting Ethernet networks during the processes of construction or maintenance. It is able to test data rates and performance metrics including throughput, latency, frame loss and back-to-back frames. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=458 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the release of its optimized fiber optical power meter for fiber network testing. The meter is ideal for applications involved in the installation, calibration and maintenance of telecommunication and CATV network. The fiber optical meter has introduced some new useful features. It features a small size and light weight and conducts multi-mode measurements, which makes it well-suited for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=456 Seongnam-Si, South Korea – SOLiD Technologies announced that it has succeeded in development of an advanced WDM-PON system. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=454 It seems that chip giant Intel Corp. has pushed out the production schedule for its IC-packaging and test plant in Vietnam by three or so quarters due to some unforeseen snags. The Ho Chi Minh City facility, announced in 2006, was supposed to begin production by the end of 2009. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=452 Martinsried – AMS Technologies AG, pan European distributor of high-tech systems and components based in Germany, and Nanometer Technologies, based in California, have entered into a distribution agreement. The agreement entitles AMS Technologies to market and sell Nanometer Technologies’ products throughout Europe with the only exception of the United Kingdom and Ireland GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=448 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out an updated IPTV tester which is specifically designed for FTB-8510B and IQS-8510B Packet Blazer™ Ethernet test modules and CoLT-450P triple-play handheld test equipment. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=444 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm provides its advanced CATV analyzer that is widely used to test analog TV indexes, digital TV QAM modulation channel power, and MER and BER modulation using special circuitry. This analyzer is an ideal tool for troubleshooting network problems and monitoring potential network security attacs. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=440 Toronto, Canada –GAO Comm provides its latest portable signal level meter, which operates at a frequency range from 46MHz to 870MHz. This signal level meter is manufactured and well-designed for CATV system installation, maintenance and testing. It is especially fit for CATV stations as a professional measurement instrument . Itand offers fast and accurate measurement of CATV signals. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=438 A line of fiber-optic test equipment, the Embedded Fiber-Optic Test Systems, consists of modular components that allow manufacturers of telecommunications transmission and test equipment to build in optical test capabilities. Products include a variety of optical modules for OTDR and Optical Channel Analyzer (OCA) functions. Equipment designers may choose an ISA card to interface optical modules with an existing CPU or PC/104 processor to allow an embedded system to function as an autonomous instrument. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=430 Following an oversupply last year, fiber-optic cable companies in mainland China this year are concentrating on developing new products and widening their overseas markets GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=427 Toronto, Canada –GAO Comm has announced the availability of its plug-in fixed attenuators used in optical systems where the optical power from a source is too high for the test equipment in use. The attenuator is an electronic device that reduces the amplitude or power of a signal without appreciably distorting its waveform. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=424 Toronto, Canada –GAO Comm has announced the availability of its plug-in fixed attenuators used in optical systems where the optical power from a source is too high for the test equipment in use. The attenuator is an electronic device that reduces the amplitude or power of a signal without appreciably distorting its waveform. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=421 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm offers its handheld signal level meter – a portable device specially designed and manufactured for installation and testing of CATV systems. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=418 SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Dirt that the Phoenix Mars Lander scooped recently from the planet’s surface may be too clumpy to be analyzed by the machine’s onboard system, NASA reported on Saturday. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=416 Anritsu Company continues its leadership position in the wireless field test market with the introduction of an innovative new platform for its family of handheld analyzers, which is the de facto industry standard for field test instrumentation. The new platform features integrated functionality in a robust, GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 4 Sep 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=357 This cost-effective meter is intended for installation, calibration and maintenance of telecommunications and CATV networks. The optical power meter features a small size, light weight and conducts multi-mode measurements making it well-suited for field use. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thurs, 30 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=351 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has released its visual fault locator, which is widely used for fiber identification and fault location of single-mode or multi-mode fiber as well as for wavelength loss testing. The visual fault locator is commonly used in the installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks, telecommunications networks and CATV. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Wed., 29 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=341 The digital transceiver is widely used in closed-circuit TV (CCTV) monitoring systems and intelligent transportation systems. The video transmitter and receiver is compatible with NTSC, PAL and SECAM video formats and is available in either stand-alone or rack mount card versions. The return data pathway supports RS232, RS422 and RS485 protocols. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Mon., 27 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=335 The handheld tester provides a scalable, future-proof solution for tests involved in the installation and maintenance of E1 digital networks. The tester performs channel test, alarm analysis, fault finding and signaling analysis of E1 line. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thurs, 23 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=332 This portable optical multi-meter combines both an optical power meter module and an optical light source module into one unit. It implements loop-around tests by using both modules. Switching between modules is accomplished easily via simple menu selection. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Thurs, 23 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=317 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its 10/100Mbps adaptive fast Ethernet fiber converter, namely an optical-to-electric media converter. It is especially useful in long-distance transmission networks of 10/100Mbps fast Ethernet. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tues, 21 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=314 The compact tester is intended for line testing and maintenance, and evaluation of service quality for ADSL use. It integrates xDSL testing, PPPoE dial testing, DMM functionality and modem emulation into one unit and it’s the best choice for the field installation operators of installation and maintenance. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tues, 21 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=306 The series is widely used in closed-circuit TV monitoring systems and intelligent transportation systems. These transceivers ensure proper system operation even in complex electromagnetic environments. This transceiver series contains the following models: GFS102, GFS103, GFS106, GFS110, GFS111, GFS116, GFS118, GFS122, GFS124 and GFS128. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tues, 21 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=295 The manual attenuator is intended for power control and equalization for CATV, WDMs, FTTx, OADM and measurement instruments. It is commonly deployed in fiber optic systems where the optical power from the source is too high for the test equipment in use. The PC board mountable attenuator is an ideal solution for markets requiring cost-effective systems. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tues, 21 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=285 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm recommends this compact and light-weight data communication tester (GAOCE5009), which is a multi-purpose tester intended for the maintenance and trouble-shooting of digital networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tues, 14 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=273 This advanced optical device is widely deployed for maintenance of telecom, CATV, fiber optic test labs, and generic cabling systems (GCS). The light source, used in combination with GAO Comm.’s model 08113 optical power meter, is an ideal solution for fiber optic networks. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=263 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has launched a new version of its Ratio QAM Signal Tester – a test instrument especially useful for CATV stations. This well-designed, portable tester uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Radio Frequency (RF) technologies which enhance its practicality and reliability. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Tues, 07 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT http://www.gaocomm.com/news-blogs/?p=258 Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm provides its LP-216 handheld optical power meter, an advanced test instrument used for absolute optical power measurement as well as relative loss measurement of fiber optics. GAO Comm - Staff Editor Sun., 05 Jul 2009 14:14:57 GMT