EPoC: Is Ethernet over Coax the Next Big Step?
The one great truth about bandwidth is that there’s never quite enough of it. With the addition of new services such as multiscreen IP video to cable’s traditional offerings, plus competition from over-the-top (OTT) video, the bits to be moved … Continue reading
Charter Ups Web Speeds for Free
Charter Communications has increased its Internet up- and download speeds for both business and residential services at no additional cost. In markets where Charter has deployed DOCSIS 3.0 technology, or approximately 95% of its Internet service area, the company is … Continue reading
Operators Can Manage A Long Life for HFC
Operators face radically increasing bandwidth demand. They need to stay ahead of the curve — and they have solid options for doing so. Continue reading
Cable-Tec Expo Panel: MSOs Can Advance in Commercial Services
The business market represents a big opportunity, but it’s anything but easy. Continue reading
Harmonic Unveils Access Hub
At Expo, Harmonic announced the availability of its new Outdoor Hub platform, which is designed to enable cable operators to extend their existing HFC network without building facilities to house new hub functions. Employing an optical node housing, the Outdoor … Continue reading
Casa Launches Compact DOCSIS 3.0 CMTS
At Expo, Casa Systems announced the launch of a new CMTS, the C1G. At 15 x 8.75 inches x 1RU, the C1G was designed with MDUs, hospitality and small rural applications in mind. It supports one downstream QAM port, two … Continue reading
TraceSpan Launches DOCSIS 3.0 Analyzer
TraceSpan Communications announced the release of DOCSIS Xpert 5300, a passive multi-layer real-time protocol analyzer for DOCSIS 3.0 equipment and networks. It’ll be showcased at Cable-Tec Expo in Atlanta. DOCSIS Xpert is designed to provide visibility into the DOCSIS network … Continue reading
Aurora to Showcase Transport at Expo
At Cable-Tec Expo, Aurora Networks will unveil its latest next-generation multi-service access solution. Also, the company will showcase its recently expanded end-to-end PON portfolio, including its first full display of the Trident7 technology derived from its recent acquisition. Company demos will … Continue reading
DTR 2011: JDSU PathTrak WebView 3.0
Enabling technicians to troubleshoot with live upstream performance information without requiring NOC intervention, JDSU’s new PathTrak WebView 3.0 quickly grabbed the judges’ attention, particularly for its improvements to the customer-field technician experience. The tool allows for one-person diagnosis of upstream … Continue reading
DTR 2011: Sunrise Telecom AT2500RQV4
A spectrum analyzer combining QAM analysis, digital proof-of-performance via a WebRemote option and the analog capabilities of its Version 3 predecessor, the AT2500RQV4 had one feature all the judges resoundingly relished – its price point. Similar analyzers average toward $70,000; … Continue reading
Rollouts Continue as DOCSIS 3.0 Matures
The cable industry is using the standard to keep up with the astounding growth of IP traffic. Eventually, it will be the predominant carrier of video traffic. But first, operators must increase capacity in both directions. Continue reading
Tackling Today’s Upstream Challenges
The cable industry’s historical struggle with the return path is not abating. Indeed, it is possible that the challenge is greater as voice, data, video and business services drive the amount of data traveling from customers back to the headend or to other subscribers. Continue reading