July, 2010

Internet Protocol Television Tester

July 28th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its Internet protocol television (IPTV) tester which is specially designed for FTB-8510B and IQS-8510B Packet Blazer? Ethernet test modules and CoLT-450P triple-play handheld test equipment. The tester meets the specific testing challenges rising from growing popularity of IP-based applications. It is commonly used for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of IPTV and Internet services.

This easy-to-use IPTV tester is an ideal solution for triple play testing. It combines golden modem with router functions and provides for comprehensive analysis of all layers involved in data transmission. The tester conducts IP video, audio and data service testing, as well as ADSL1, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and SHDSL connection rate assessment. This IPTV tester introduces new QoS measurements including media delivery index (MDI), PCR Jitter and PID viewer. Additionally, it allows field technicians to test IPTV and Internet services in “Through” mode, or to use the test equipment to emulate certain capabilities of multiple set-top boxes when access to customer premises is not available.

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QAM Signal Tester for Digital CATV Transmission

July 26th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm is offering its high performance QAM signal tester designed for testing in digital CATV transmission systems and for measuring indexes for analog TV including level and V/A. It operates over the frequency range of 50MHz to 870MHz at an accuracy of ±10ppm. The QAM signal tester utilizes Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Radio Frequency (RF) technologies to enhance its practicality and reliability in testing parameters of digital TV transmission links including channel power, C/N, and MER.

The multi-functional QAM signal tester, model 771A, offers a 256QAM DVB mode and conducts QAM analysis at a symbol rate of 5.361Mps. In analog level testing, it supports CW, AM and FM signal types while in digital power testing it tests signal types including QPSK, QAM, COMDF and random waveform. This optimized device can be connected to a computer via a serial port enabling easy storage, analysis and printing of test data. A mono LCD screen is offered for clear view of results even under direct light.

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Handheld Ethernet Analyzer Features Multi-Network Testing

July 21st, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the release of this 10/100/1000m Ethernet analyzer, which is an ideal tool for analyzing and troubleshooting Ethernet networks during the processes of construction or maintenance. It features multi-network testing and comprehensive network monitoring. This portable Ethernet analyzer, model DN065, includes an electrical interface and an optical interface and single and multi-mode fibers selection. It generates constant, burst or ramped traffic loads, as well as simulates up to 500 multiple stations. This easy-to-use analyzer is able to test full line data rate, and 10/100 and GE performance including throughput, latency, frame loss and back-to-back frames. Moreover, by placing DN065 placed at the two ends of the WAN, long-distance tests can be conducted. A USB interface allows for convenient download of stored data.

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Highly Durable Mini Signal Level Meter

July 19th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has released its latest mini signal level meter designed for the installation, maintenance and testing of CATV systems. This meter supports Level, V/A, Tilt and Trunk Level testing and can test two channels simultaneously. It also provides fast and accurate measurement of CATV signals. The compact, light weight meter features a customized channel plan. This mini signal level meter, model DS1001, operates in a frequency range of 46MHz to 864MHz and is shock resistant. The level measurement range is 30dBuV to 120dBuV at an accuracy of ±2 dB. It works continuously for more than six hours on a single charge the signal level meter is convenient to use outdoors. Durability testing demonstrated that the meter continued to work even after being dropped to a concrete floor from a height of 5m.

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Portable Fiber Optic Power Meter

July 15th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the release of its fiber optic power meter supporting both single mode fiber and multimode fiber. This power meter is capable of self-test and self-check for hardware and parameters. It is well-suited for the installation, calibration and maintenance of telecommunication and CATV networks.

This portable fiber optic power meter, model 3020, is small in size and light in weight and consumes little power. It has a self-initiated online help function and offers hints or warnings automatically when an operation fails. The power meter tests optical power in a wavelength range of 1310nm to 1550nm. It is equipped with a large graphic LCD screen for display of operation mode, current selection, function prompt area and battery status. Test results can be automatically transformed into report forms and printed via an RS232 interface or transmitted to a computer for unified management.

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Visible Fault Locator Features Low Voltage Warning

July 13th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has announced the release of a compact visible fault locator designed for the installation and maintenance of optical networks. It features low voltage warning and automatic power off for saving energy. The fault locator, model 811, is an ideal tool for use with an OTDR as it remedies the limitation of the dead zone of an OTDR. The locator is also suitable for both single mode and multi-mode fibers. This fault locator, also known as a visible red laser source, finds 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. The practical visible fault locator supports FC, ST and SC adaptors as well as CW and 2Hz alternative optical output modes.

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Multi-Functional Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)

July 13th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm has rolled out its handheld optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) for use in CATV, ISP and telecommunication fiber networks. This portable OTDR displays the length, attenuation coefficient, connection point, fault point and loss distribution curves of the fiber, as well as, loss between two points, splice loss and return loss. It is commonly used for loss analysis and fault location in the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks and equipment.

This handheld OTDR, model 3620, features a compact size and easy operation making it convenient for indoor or outdoor testing. It supports up to six sets of test result comparisons simultaneously while any single result is observable. The test results and event analysis lists can be printed out through the print-screen-function and can be uploaded to a computer via the communication interface. The OTDR offers two on screen markers that can be used to zoom in and out on curve details and automatically locates and creates a list of fault points. It also has a rapid response time which allows it to finish 50km fiber measurement in 30s with a high S/N ratio. Additionally, a large battery capacity enables continuous operation for more than 12 hours.

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Rugged ADSL2+ Tester Covers a Broad Range of Applications

July 6th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Comm offers its rugged and economical ADSL2+ tester which is ideally suited for ILECs, CLECs and sub-contractors who are responsible for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of ADSL1, ADSL2 and ADSL2+ circuits. It complies with current ADSL standards such as ITU-T G.992.1 (G.DMT), ITU-T G.992.2 (G.Lite), ANSI TI.413 Issue 2, ITU-T G.992.3 (ADSL2), RE-ADSL2 and ITU-T G.992.5 (ADSL2+).

This handheld ADSL2+ tester, model DD200, 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. It has a memory capacity of 1024kB RAM to store test results and configurations. The tester measures and reports vital line parameters, as well, offers modem emulation and ISP login function, beep alarms and LED indications. This tester is equipped with a high resolution LCD screen, and provides smart navigation menus. Its firmware can be upgraded via RJ45 or RS232 interface.

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Universal Programmer – VP790

July 6th, 2010 Posted inGAO Comm News

Toronto, Canada – GAO Embedded has announced the availability of its universal programmer supporting most compilers in JEDEC compliant format including ABEL, CUPL, PALASM, TANGO, PLD, OrCAD PLD, PLD Designer and ISDATA. It offers a 48-pin ZIF socket with universal drivers and supports more than 28000 IC devices. This universal programmer automatically identifies the manufacturer and type of EPROM and also identifies TTL/CMOS logic IC device insertion. The programmer also conducts a poor pin contact check.

This compact universal programmer, model VP790, accepts standard file formats such as JEDEC, INTEL (Extended) HEX, HOLTEK, EMC (CDS), INTEL HEX16 and Motorola S record. It features test vector capability and a multi-array fuse map editor. The VP790 starts programming automatically upon detection of chip insertion in auto-run mode. It connects to a computer via USB port and manages the 16bit and 32bit word spilt under Windows XP/2000/NT/Vista operating systems. In addition, universal DIP, PLCC, QFP, TSOP, PSOP, SOIC, SSOP, SDIP adapters are available for this advanced programmer.

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