JDS Uniphase Corporation or JDSU announced new features for its T-BERD/MTS (News - Alert)-4000 Multiple Services Test Platform including advanced test and maintenance functionality for copper-based networks and triple-play services.

 

The T-BERD/MTS-4000 is capable of providing optimum physical layer-to-application layer testing owing to its fiber network features. JDSU (News - Alert) will be displaying the T-BERD/MTS-4000 at the OSP Expo presently taking place in Baltimore.

 

“Service providers worldwide are seeking ways to arm their field service teams with test solutions that enable a quicker return on investment. The T-BERD/MTS-4000 provides this in a way no other tester does with multi-layer test functionality across fiber and copper networks, including triple-play service testing,” said Dave Holly, senior vice president in JDSU’s Communications Test and Measurement business segment.

 

“The T-BERD/MTS-4000 also elevates testers to a new level by offering new features that accelerate the reduction of mean time to repair and operational costs in addition to training costs,” added Holly.

 

The new features added by the company includes the ability to test higher bit-rate triple play services up to 30 MHz (VDSL); triple-play service testing including IPTV (News - Alert) and VoIP measurements from DSL access interfaces or a standard Ethernet port; VDSL and ADSL testing features using an Infineon Technologies chipset; and a licensed option for Dr. DSL diagnostic solutions from Aware (News - Alert), Inc.

 

The T-BERD/MTS-4000 provides a complete test solution set which can offer the functionality of an OTDR, PON meter, video inspection scope, laser source/power meter, and VFL into one platform. This helps reduce the total amount of equipment which technicians need to carry to the site.

 

The T-BERD/MTS-4000 has a large, seven-inch display with an optional touch-screen and intuitive graphical user interface. It also provides user friendly and versatile functions like automated scripting capability and data reporting, a web browser for Internet access, remote control access allowing remote assistance, 1 GB extended memory, and extended battery life using smart Lithium ion cells.

 

JDSU specializes in broadband and optical innovation in the communications, commercial and consumer markets. It provides communications test and measurement solutions and optical products required by telecommunications service providers, cable operators, and network equipment manufacturers.