The Acterna (formerly TTC) T-BERD 310 is a rugged, portable communications analyzer designed for comprehensive physical and protocol layer testing of SONET, SDH, ATM, and T-Carrier networks. Supporting transmission rates from DS1 up to OC-48/STM-16, it is widely utilized in central offices, laboratories, and manufacturing environments for equipment installation, network maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Specifications
General Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Technologies | SONET, SDH, T-Carrier, ATM |
| Transmission Rates (SONET/SDH/T-Carrier) | DS1 to OC-48 / STM-16 |
| Transmission Rates (ATM) | DS1, DS3, OC-3, OC-12 |
| Operating Modes | In-service monitoring, out-of-service testing |
Test Interfaces (Transmitter & Receiver)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Wavelengths | 1310 nm, 1550 nm (Dual-wavelength laser technology) |
| Optical Media Testing Rates | Up to OC-48 |
Protocol & Payload Testing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Payload Testing | Bit-Error-Rate Tests (BERT) |
| ATM Analysis | Cell search, preview mode, cell loss, delay variation, OAM cell capabilities |
| T-Carrier Testing | DS1/DS0 installation/qualification/troubleshooting, DS3 monitoring and analysis |
Error & Alarm Injection
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Error & Alarm Injection | Front panel ATM error and alarm insertion |
Display & User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Status Indicators | Front panel LEDs for alarm notification |
Connectivity & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control Software | Windows-based DTM and UNIX-based RTM (Graphical User Interface simulating front panel) |
| Remote Control Automation | Predefined command execution via script files |
Physical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Portable, rugged, upgradeable chassis |
Technology
SONET / SDH / ATM / T-Carrier
Applications
Network Installation, Maintenance, and Manufacturing Test