For next-generation multirate Fibre Channel (FC) and Gigabit Ethernet modules, the SFP chipset includes the VSC7977 bandwidth-selectable transimpedance amplifier (pictured) and VSC7964 monolithic laser driver and post-amplifier. Available with rate selection capabilities for 1, 2, and 4 Gbits/sec, the two-chip set reduces module chip count and provides enhanced SFP/SFF-8472-compliant digital-diagnostic capabilities critical for functionality and design flexibility. The chipset architecture and pin placement reduce manufacturer bill of materials and simplifies the assembly process to the point where all components, active and passive, can fit on a single side of a four-layer printed circuit board. The chipset also requires 50% less external passive components. At 4 Gbits/sec, the VSC7977 optical sensitivity adds over 6 dB of margin to the standard. The device also incorporates a linear photo current monitor, on-chip photodiode filter, and extended temperature range operation of -40° to +105°C.Vitesse Semiconductor, Camarillo, CA, www.vitesse.com
The LightGuard CE1000 (one-bay), CE2000 (two-bay), and CE3000 (three-bay) ECOE environmental sealed cabinets protect electronic equipment from corrosion, vandalism, and the effects of weather and fire. Since they are designed with aluminum, the cabinets are corrosion-resistant and provide a significant reduction in weight from earlier designs. The interior space has been maximized with more available space for electronic equipment, fiber interconnect/apparatus, and optical cable. The cabinets also bring the new capabilities of optional redundant air-conditioner units, dc power plants, and UPS systems. Designed and tested to exceed industry standards for protection of active and passive equipment in the harshest conditions, the cabinets come in a variety of sizes for small, medium, and large networks.
AFL Telecommunications, Spartanburg, SC, www.AFLtele.com
The 70,000-rpm multiconfiguration deterministic micro-grinding attachment is primarily used for high-precision diamond grinding of small concave and convex aspheric optical-mold inserts. The multiple configurations allow grinding in different setups to maximize productivity, including inside/outside-diameter, cross-axis, parallel, and WECS (workpiece measurement and error compensation system) grinding in high-production environments. The cross-axis grinding setup, for example, can be used on convex molds with resin-bonded diamond wheels, and the 45-degree setup is more suitable for small concave molds with electroplated diamond grinding wheels.
Moore Nanotechnology Systems, Keene, NH, www.nanotechsys.com
For high-volume batch processing of APC connectors, the Gemini-Cx integrated provides excellent geometry and surface finish. It is easily scalable to multiple sites without the need for increased staffing and training. With high-quality throughput of over 200 APC ends per hour, the automation cell is especially suited for FTTP suppliers as a turnkey alternative to brick and mortar expansion.
Sagitta, Hauppauge, NY, www.sagitta.com
Designed for fiber to the premises access at Gigabit Ethernet rates, the BBS 1000 broadband access platform includes the OLT 100 optical line termination system for deployment at the central office, providing a direct optical interface to the Ethernet/IP network core, as well as the ONU 100 optical-network unit, which terminates the passive optical network (PON) at the customer premises. Together, the two units complete the end-to-end optical last mile, providing up to 1 Gbit/sec of bandwidth to residential and business customers. Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing functionality eliminates the need for carriers to deploy additional network equipment for bandwidth-intensive triple-play services. Embedded operation, administration, and maintenance functions enable remote diagnosis, flexible provisioning, and system reconfiguration as well as remote system upgrades without hardware swap-out. Supporting up to eight PON links, the access platform meets the new IEEE802.3ah standard requirements for Ethernet PON.
UTStarcom, Alameda, CA, www.utstar.com
For emerging standards like the OIF Common Electrical I/O (CEI) project, the electrical stressed eye testing capability is packaged in the OST optical-standards-tester platform to enable a variety of automated tests, including jitter, filter, interfering source, and signal-to-noise ratio. It will test the XFP transceiver’s XFI electrical interface and can be used to test other transceivers as well as line cards from 10-Gigabit Ethernet routers, switches, and servers and SONET/SDH (OC-192/STM-64), OTN (10.709-Gbit/sec), and DWDM transmission systems.
Circadiant Systems, Allentown, PA, www.circadiant.com