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Pocket Size ADSL2+ Tester Functions as a Digital Multi-Meter (DMM)

May 10th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its pocket size handheld ADSL2+ tester for ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and Re-ADSL testing. It is an ideal tool for ADSL/ADSL2+ network installation, maintenance and fault elimination.

This multi-function ADSL2+ tester, model A0010007, features easy menu operation, ISP login, IP Ping tests, auto shut off function and audio and LED alarm indications. Aside from providing xDSL and dial testing, the tester also functions as a digital multi-meter (DMM). It performs fast copper tests with DMM. It also provides modem emulation, telephone call functions and line voltage indication. This handheld ADSL2+ tester is compliant with all known DSLAMs. It has a memory capacity to store up to 50 records. It communicates with a computer via an RS232 interface. In addition, its internal rechargeable 2800 mAH Li-Ion battery allows for 4 to 5 hours of continuous operation.

This pocket size handheld ADSL2+ tester belongs to GAO’s family of ADSL Testers. This line includes a wide variety of testers such as portable ADSL2+ tester which provides such test functions as upstream and downstream rate measurements, error counts, modem simulation, PING and Trace testing, and Multi-function Handheld xDSL Tester which is designed to test and analyze VDSL2, ADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+ networks. This line also includes other similar ADSL testers such as Portable xDSL Tester and Operate Portable ADSL2+ Tester.

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Portable Integrated Data Transmission Analyzer for Error Code Testing

May 3rd, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the release of its handheld integrated data transmission analyzer which is used for measuring the error rate of data communications and for the analysis of line faults and their causes for the routine maintenance testing of 2M systems, N×64 k communication channels. It is an ideal tool for testing access networks, transmission networks and digital data networks.

This easy-to-use integrated data transmission analyzer, model A0040006, features a large, high resolution backlight LCD screen, auto configuration, online software updates, column diagram analysis of alarms and error code and multi-task operation which conducts tests and allows the user to simultaneously browse previous results. It can communicate with a computer for test data storage and analysis and can be directly connected to a micro printer. It has a large memory capacity and can store 9 test settings and 20 groups of test results.

This analyzer offers many functions such as frequency offset testing, line signal level and frequency testing, performance testing of bit error, coding error, frame error, CRC error and E bit error, and alarm testing of signal loss, AIS alarm, frame remote alarm, multi-frame remote alarm, out-of-frame, and out-of-pattern synchronism, etc. Powered by a 4000mAh, 6V nickel-hydrogen rechargeable battery, it allows for more than 8 hours of continuous operation.

This integrated data transmission analyzer belongs to GAO’s family of E1 BER Tester. This line contains a series of similar testers or analyzers that can satisfy all the users’ requirements. Another featured product in this line is SDH/PDH Transmission Analyzer which is used for pulse mask analysis, overhead analysis, point analysis and anomaly/defect analysis as well as bit error rate (BER) testing. Others like Multi-functional E1/Datacom Tester and Handheld E1 Bit Error Rate (BER) Tester are also well accepted by the public.

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Handheld Fiber Optic OTDR with FTTx Fiber Network Testing Function

April 26th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its handheld fiber optic OTDR with FTTx fiber network testing function. This rugged OTDR is widely used in the manufacture, construction and maintenance of fiber optic networks.

This innovative optical time domain reflectometer, model C0250003, is small in size, light in weight and has a splash proof design. It features an extra-short event dead zone of only 1.6 m, a high resolution of 0.125 m, 65 k sampling points and a convenient visual fault location (VFL) function. It offers quick auto measuring mode, manual testing mode, average testing mode and blind zone testing mode. The OTDR provides 3 wavelengths including 1310/1550 nm ± 20 nm, 1550/1625 nm ± 20 nm and 1310/1550/1490 nm ± 20 nm in single mode fiber applications. It allows a pulse width of 10 to 20480 ns and has a waveform storage capacity of up to 800. In addition, this portable OTDR saves and transfers test results to a computer via a USB interface for further analysis, reporting and printing via the included software.

This handheld optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) belongs to GAO’s family of OTDRs. A more advanced similar product in this line is Handheld Fiber Optic OTDR (model C0250001) which can be used in both single mode (1310/1550 nm) and multi mode (850/1300 nm) fiber applications. This line also includes Multi-Function Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (model C0250002) which can be used for testing in a variety of fiber optic applications including WDM, MAN, FTTH and LAN network.

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Portable Power Quality Analyzer Easily Removes Complex Power Quality Problem

April 19th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its portable power quality analyzer which monitors, isolates, and troubleshoots power system disturbances and is well suited for load surveys, monitoring transformer banks and indoor or outdoor electrical monitoring. With this portable power quality analyzer on hand, any complex power quality problem will be easily and rapidly troubleshot. High maintenance expenses and costly downtime and equipment damage can also be avoided with the reliable power quality analyzer.

This portable power quality analyzer, model A0E40001, features power factor analysis, harmonic analysis, and load balance analysis functions and also provides powerful software for analysis of long-term running state of electric grids. It measures unbalanced degree of three-phase four-line power systems. The handheld power quality analyzer provides real time test data display which is presented in a simple and powerful format and has a large memory capacity of up to 4 MB for long-term data collection and monitoring of electric grids. Test data can be downloaded for further analysis through its USB interface.

This portable power quality analyzer belongs to GAO’s family of Electrical Testers. This line of products also includes Earth Ground Testers such as Double Clamp Earth Resistance Tester which is widely used tests soil resistivity and leakage current of grounding systems under different conditions, Automotive Testers such as 4-Channel Automotive Tester/Diagnostic Oscilloscope, and Battery Testers such as Battery Conductance Tester which is designed to accurately distinguish the health of each cell of a battery in just seconds.

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Optical Time Domain Reflectometer with Auto and Manual Modes

April 12th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) for testing in a variety of fiber optic applications including WDM, MAN, FTTH and LAN networks.

This Optical Time Domain Reflectometer, model C0250002, features a high dynamic range, high distance resolution and complete curve display. The ODTR provides wavelengths of 1310 and 1550 nm. It can be used in both auto and manual measurement modes. It provides a short event dead zone of 1.6 m, a high resolution of 0.025 m, up to 128 k sampling points and a convenient visible fault location (VFL) function. This OTDR creates fiber event reports, fiber zone reports and fault reports. It has USB ports for file transfer and software upgrades. It has a high level antireflection TFT screen allowing results to be clearly displayed. The OTDR provides three print modes including standard mode (full-size, multipage OTDR report), compressed mode (one page report) and curves (four six or eight curves on one page). In addition, it features a built-in lithium battery with high capacity allowing for over 8 hours of continuous operation on a single charge.

This OTDR belongs to GAO’s family of OTDRs.This line also includes Handheld Fiber Optic OTDR which is an innovative test instrument for telecommunication networks and is specially designed for fiber network construction and maintenance in FTTx, WAN and CATV systems, and C0250003 handheld fiber optic OTDR which is widely applied in the manufacture, construction and maintenance of optical fibers. This line of OTDRs is important test equipment used in fiber optic work. They are widely applied in the manufacture, construction and maintenance of optical fibers.

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Handheld Optical Variable Attenuator for Single-Mode Fiber

April 5th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its handheld optical variable attenuator which is used with single-mode fiber for continuously variable optical signal attenuation. The attenuator can be used in digital system communication devices such as PHD and SDH and also in analog modulation CATV systems. It is also ideal for such applications as telecom and CATV maintenance, comprehensive cable construction systems and optical instruments research and development.

Featuring a rugged design, high portability and ease of use, this optical variable attenuator, model C0270001, is widely used in fiber link certification, routine maintenance and in lab environments. It combines the functionality of both an attenuator and an optical power meter and allows users to set the output power level directly thus improving the overall testing efficiency.

This attenuator features low battery indication, on line attenuation, auto-off function and stepwise attenuation of 0.05 dB steps. It works with typical 9/125 single mode fibers and offers FC and PC interchangeable connectors for selection. The attenuator provides an attenuating wavelength range from 1260 to 1650 nm at an accuracy of ±0.8 dB and a wide measurement range from 2.5 to 65 dB. Calibrated wavelengths are 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625 nm. Wavelength, input power, output power, current attenuation and selected step size and absolute and relative attenuation value can be displayed simultaneously on the LCD screen. In addition, it memorizes the attenuating value and step on shut down and restores the values on next power up.

This attenuator belongs to GAO’s family of Fiber Optic Instruments. A featured product in this line is Handheld Optical Power Meter which is calibrated over a large number of wavelengths to enable power measurements to be made on a wide range of single mode and multimode fiber optic cable systems. This line also includes Fiber Fusion Splicer, Portable Optical Fiber Identifier, Multi-Function Optical Time Domain Reflectometer and many other fiber optic instruments. GAO’s fiber optic instruments are widely used in telecommunications, CATV, power industry and for science and research.

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Fiber Fusion Splicer Features System Auto Test

March 29th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its fiber fusion splicer which features system auto test ensuring the best outcome based on operating conditions. It is designed for single mode fiber, multi-mode fiber, dispersion-shifted fiber (DSF), non-zero dispersion-shifted fiber (NZ-DSF) and erbium-doped fiber (EDF).

This compact fiber fusion splicer, model C0210001, offers both manual and automatic splicing modes. The single fiber fusion splicer features simultaneous X and Y views, a short splicing time of eight seconds and an impressive tube heating time (sleeve shrinking time) of 40 seconds. It detects the fiber end-face and adjusts parameters automatically. It can store 8000 groups of splice records. The splicer has a reversible monitor with control panel on each side.

The single fiber fusion splicer automatically adjusts to environmental conditions using built-in temperature, humidity and pressure sensors which provide constant feedback signals to control the fusion arc temperature. This compact fiber fusion splicer is an ideal tool for construction and maintenance of fiber and cable in both field and laboratory applications.

This fiber fusion splicer belongs to GAO’s family of Fusion Splicers. Another product in this line is Digital Fiber Fusion Splicer which is an ideal tool for construction and maintenance of fiber and cable in both field and laboratory applications. GAO Comm provides various optical and electrical equipment and test instruments for use in telecommunications, CATV, power industry and for science and research.

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Handheld Optical Power Meter for Fiber Optic Networks

March 22nd, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its handheld optical power meter for fiber optic networks. It is a compact and easy-to-use test instrument and is suitable for the construction, maintenance of fiber communication and CATV systems.

This handheld optical power meter, model C0260002, features a wide range of power measurement, high accuracy and a self-calibration function. It can be used for absolute optical power measurements as well as relative loss measurements in optical fibers. The optical power meter works at a wavelength range from 800 to 1700 nm with calibrated wavelengths at 850, 980, 1300, 1310, 1490 and 1550 nm. It has a 2.5 mm universal optical adapter that can easily connect to FC, SC and ST connectors. In addition, the meter provides various measurement ranges for different demands including -70 to 3 dBm and -50 to 26 dBm at an accuracy of ± 5%.

This handheld optical power meter also features 10 minutes auto-off and low power consumption. It boasts a maximum continuous operation time of 240 hours with three fully charged 1.5 V alkaline batteries. All these features together with its compact size make it a valuable tool for field technicians.

This handheld optical power meter belongs to GAO’s family of Power Meters. This line includes various kinds of handheld optical power meters for construction and maintenance of fiber communications and CATV systems. This line also includes Fiber Optic Multimeter which is specifically designed for technical support personnel to test a variety of instruments with a single meter, Handheld PON Power Meter which is specially designed for the construction and maintenance of PON networks, Handheld Optical Power Multi Meter which integrates an optical source and optical power meter into one device and other similar products.

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Portable Optical Fiber Identifier for Fiber Networks

March 15th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its portable optical fiber identifier which is an essential tool in the installation and maintenance of fiber networks.

This portable optical fiber identifier, model C0230002, features easy-to-use “ONE KEY”operation, low bending loss, highly efficient output and mechanical damp design of adapter heads to ensure no fiber damage. It employs safe and reliable macro bending technology to avoid disruption of network communications that would normally be caused by disconnecting or cutting a fiber optic cable for identification and testing.

Using an Ø1mm InGaAs detector, it efficiently identifies the traffic direction and signal frequency including 270 Hz, 1 kHz and 2 kHz with an audible indicator which activates an intermittent tone in the presence of traffic. It also identifies the wavelength range of 800 to 1700 nm and displays the core power of the fibers from -50 to 0 dBm. It provides easy-to-replace adapter heads of Ø0.25, Ø0.9, Ø2.0, and Ø3.0 to match various optical cables. The optical fiber identifier is encapsulated within a durable metal housing and is powered by a 9 V alkaline battery. All in all, this optical fiber identifier is ideal for the maintenance of telecommunication and CATV systems and other fiber optics networks.

This portable optical fiber identifier belongs to GAO’s family of Optical Fiber Identifiers. This line also includes Compact Fiber Optic Identifier which is intended for engineers and technicians to identify dark or live fiber and excessive losses due to misalignment of mechanical splices or poor connections.

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Handheld E1/Datacom Transmission Analyzer for Telecom Networks

March 8th, 2012 Posted in GAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its handheld E1/datacom transmission analyzer for telecom networks. It is designed for performing comprehensive analysis, measurement and evaluation of telecom networks. The Datacom transmission analyzer is widely used in R&D, production, installation, verification and maintenance of SDH, PDH, PCM, DTU and Data protocol converter equipment.

This portable E1/datacom transmission analyzer, model A0020003, provides full-featured measurements to E1, Datacom and unique IP PING testing from Datacom. It performs E1 frame data monitoring and analysis, dual E1 channel testing, loop delay, APS delay, pulse measurement, jitter measurement, signal level measurement. It also has many enhanced test functions such as “PCM Simulator”, “Mux/Demux”, “Drop & Insert” and “Network Tools”. Test results can be uploaded, conserved and printed through the included software via USB interface. This analyzer can store up to 10 user-defined configurations and 10 groups of test results.

The analyzer also features extensive error and alarm generation, detection and indication. Its built-in Li-ion rechargeable batteries allows for 4 hours of continuous operation. In addition, it has a large, high-resolution, contrast-adjustable, backlit LCD with smart menu navigation. Its portable design, simple operation and multifunction features make it an invaluable tool for field testing.

This E1/datacom transmission analyzer belongs to GAO’s family of Datacom analyzers.This line also includes E1/T1 BER Tester and Data Transmission Analyzer which performs error code testing at the rate of 50 b/s to 2048 kb/s and offers 2M online monitoring for routine maintenance, repair and operations monitoring of communication equipment, SDH/PDH Transmission Analyzer and Multi-functional E1/Datacom Tester.

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