Press Releases
For Immediate Release - Santa Clara, California, May 11, 2003
Aurora Networks Announces Optiplex II Narrowcast Demultiplexer,
Broadcast Combiner with Optical Power Level Management
Remote Power Level Alignment Provides for Optimum Network
Performance and Easy, Cost-Effective Network Expansion
Santa Clara, CA. — May 11, 2003 — Aurora Networks, a leading
developer and manufacturer of advanced optical transport and distribution systems for
broadband networks, announces the availability of the new Optiplex OP3524 series
narrowcast demultiplexer, broadcast combiner. The Optiplex II module features optical
power level management, which allows power levels to be realigned remotely, ensuring
optimum network performance. The Aurora Optiplex is the only product of its type that
can be managed remotely.
The Optiplex demultiplexes four individual optical carriers containing
narrowcast signals and combines them with a common broadcast optical signal. As new
video and/or data carriers are added to the system, or as the configuration of the
network is changed, the power levels of the optical carriers can change. The optical
power level management feature of the Optiplex II allows power levels to be realigned
remotely via SNMP interface to an element management system. Power levels can also be
adjusted via the power supply display panel or through a local craft port interface.
Levels can be adjusted on any individual wavelength in 0.1 dBm steps. Additionally,
by combining these functions in one module, the cost and maintenance of eight optical
patch cords are eliminated.
"With the Optiplex II from Aurora, broadband networks can be easily
expanded by adding optical wavelengths without the need to break physical connections
or install optical attenuators to realign the optical carrier power levels," said
Ron Wolfe, Senior Product Manager for CATV Products for Aurora Networks. "By
adding optical narrowcast carriers, Optiplex II allows multiple system operators (MSOs)
to offer new, revenue-generating services, such as digital video, video-on-demand,
high-speed data and telephony, more easily and cost-effectively than ever before."
The Optiplex II is a hot-swappable module that occupies one half-depth
slot in the Aurora CH3000 Series high-density chassis. It typically resides in a hub
site, although could also be located within the headend. The product is available now.
Visit Aurora
Aurora’s Optiplex can be seen at SCTE’s Cable-Tec Expo 2003, May 12-14, 2003,
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Booth #740. To schedule a
private demonstration at the show, please contact Cora Wickersham at 408.235.8026,
e-mail cwickersham@aurora.com or stop by Aurora’s booth #740.
About Aurora Networks
Founded in November 1999, Aurora Networks designs, develops, and markets advanced
optical communications systems for traditional hybrid fiber/coax (HFC) networks
and advanced, fiber-deep broadband networks. The company's advanced technology
delivers significant increases in bandwidth and functionality while providing
substantial cost savings when compared to traditional network technology. Aurora
Networks is privately held, with headquarters at 2803 Mission College Blvd,
Santa Clara, CA 95054-1838. For more information on Aurora Networks or its products,
e-mail info@aurora.com, phone 408.235.7000 or visit www.aurora.com.
Contact:
John Dahlquist
Vice President, Marketing
Aurora Networks, Inc.
Phone: (408) 235-7033
jdahlquist@aurora.com
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