Universal Modular Media Converter/Repeater

RAD's AMC-101 universal modular media converter/repeater provides transparent conversion of optical and electrical signals into varying protocols at high-speed data rates. Transparent conversion provides a cost-effective alternative to fiber optic interfaces and routers.

The AMC-101 universal modular media converter/repeater can also perform re-timed conversion, providing jitter-free ATM or SDH/SONET services. Using the AMC-101 universal modular media converter/repeater, carriers can connect ATM switches with optical interfaces with SDH/SONET transport systems with electrical interfaces.

• Transparent conversion gives a cost-effective alternative to fiber optic interfaces and routers

• Retimed option provides clock regeneration and data reshaping

• Long-haul data transmission; up to 110 kilometers (68 miles)

• Modular interfaces allow quick field replacements

The AMC-101 is a universal media converter providing transparent conversion of optical and electrical signals for ATM, SDH/SONET and other protocols at data rates up to 155 Mbps. The AMC-101 can also perform re-timed conversion.

A single AMC converter is used to connect two devices operating with dissimilar fiber or electrical interfaces. A pair of converters can be used to connect two devices that have the same interfaces but are connected over different media. Alternatively, a single or series of AMC devices can be installed on a line as repeaters for very long range over fiber.

AMC-101 makes an ideal carrier media converter and ATM or SDH/SONET repeater. It allows carriers to connect ATM switches with fiber optic interfaces to SDH/SONET transport systems with electrical interfaces. The re-timing functionality of the AMC-101 offers a cost-effective means of running jitter-free ATM or SDH/SONET services (155 Mbps) over long fiber optic links.

The AMC-101 employs modular interfaces, allowing technicians to make quick field replacements, resulting in savings on carrier stock expenses and easier maintenance.

Two types of interface modules are available:

- Transparent fiber modules, which provide low-cost conversion for applications that do not require re-timing.

- Re-timed fiber modules, which provide regeneration and re-clocking of the signal.

A long haul option is available to extend the transmission range to 110 km (68 miles) for the AMC-101.

The SF1, SF2 and SF3 modules for the AMC-101 allow it to operate over single strand fiber optic cables. SF1 and SF2 modules use WDM technology. SF3 uses a unique transmission method that transmits and receives through the same module. This facilitates installation and eases logistics by enabling carriers to stock one type of module.

AMC-101 features special hardware for mounting one or two units side-by-side in a 19-inch rack.