Digital Services Group Introduces HTS-100 Handheld ADSL Test Set Handheld Test Set -HTS- and ADSL Module for ADSL Testing.Business Editors/Technology Writers BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 12, 2001 Digital Services Group (DSG) today announced the introduction of the HTS-100 Handheld Test Set (HTS) and ADSL See DSL. ADSL - Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line Module for ADSL testing. The HTS-100 and ADSL module is used for turn-up and trouble shooting of Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Lines. The unit is designed to allow technicians fast, efficient installation and trouble-shooting of ADSL circuits. The HTS-100 is the only unit available that covers a range from Level 1 turn-up testing, including IP Ping, connection rate and noise margin for downstream and upstream, to Level 3 TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. Frame Generation, TCP/IP Loopback and Frame Generation all in one economical, small, lightweight unit. The ADSL module is standards compliant and supports full rate ADSL T1.413 I2 and G.992.1 (G.DMT See DSL. ) as well as G.992.2 (G.lite), therefore if you are supporting full rate ADSL or splitterless ADSL, the HTS-100, equipped with an ADSL module covers all your ADSL testing requirements. Operation of the HTS-100 is very straightforward. One button emulation of the customer premises ADSL modem or ADSL transceiver unit remote (ATU-R See ATU. ) synchronizes with the DSLAM (DSL Access Multiplexor) A central office (CO) device for ADSL service that intermixes voice traffic and DSL traffic onto a customer's DSL line. It also separates incoming phone and data signals and directs them onto the appropriate carrier's network. See DSL. (ATU-C See ATU. ) and reports test results. If there is a suspected problem with the customer's modem, the HTS-100 can connect to the customer's computer and to the ADSL line performing golden modem test functions. About DSG Digital Services Group (DSG) manufactures and markets service verification equipment that enables service providers to pre-qualify facilities for services, verify newly installed services, and diagnose problems related to xDSL services. DSG products are designed to maximize technicians' effectiveness in the field and to provide realistic network simulations for equipment manufacturers to test their products by emphasizing ease-of-use, compact hand-held rugged design and firmware downloadable units. Customers include incumbent local exchange carriers ("ILEC (Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier) A traditional local telephone company such as one of the Regional Bell companies (RBOCs). Contrast with CLEC. See ELEC and TELRIC. "), competitive local exchange carriers ("CLECs") and other service providers. The corporation is based in Birmingham, Alabama and sells its products throughout North America through manufacturers representatives. For more information, contact the company at 205-985-7841. On the web, visit www.dsg-test.com |
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