LoopStar® Network Management

LoopStar 800/1600/3600 Provide Flexible Options for Network Management

Spec Sheet

LoopStar 800

LoopStar 3600

LoopStar 1600

Overview

ADC’s LoopStar next generation SONET product family provides service providers and enterprise customers several choices when deciding how to manage their networks. The choices include: 1) A full GUI-based Element Management System (EMS) for large complex networks; 2) An EMS- Local Craft Terminal (LCT) for centralized management of relatively small networks via a single layer solution; 3) Web-LCT which is resident on the LoopStar system and provides GUI control using a PC- based web browser; and 4) Transaction Language (TL-1) command language with direct serial communication between a PC or higher layer NMS and the LoopStar SONET system. These flexible options enable customers to select the right level of network management for their LoopStar systems, based on their considerations of complexity and cost.

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ADC 3600, 1600 manual Spec Sheet

3600, 1600 specifications

The ADC 1600 and ADC 3600 are high-performance analog-to-digital converters designed for various applications in the fields of telecommunications, industrial control, and data acquisition. These converters are known for their exceptional accuracy, fast conversion rates, and reliability in diverse environments.

One of the key features of the ADC 1600 is its ability to provide a 16-bit resolution. This high-level resolution allows for the precise measurement of analog signals, making it suitable for applications where accuracy is critical. The ADC 1600 operates at a sampling rate of up to 100 kSPS, ensuring that fast-changing signals can be captured accurately. With integrated noise filtering technologies, it minimizes the effects of unwanted noise, providing cleaner and more accurate digital outputs.

In contrast, the ADC 3600 pushes the performance envelope further with a remarkable 18-bit resolution. This level of precision is particularly advantageous in applications such as medical imaging and high-fidelity audio processing, where even the smallest variations in signal must be captured. The ADC 3600 boasts a sampling rate of up to 250 kSPS, catering to systems that require rapid data acquisition without sacrificing precision.

Both the ADC 1600 and 3600 utilize advanced delta-sigma modulation technology. This method not only enhances the resolution but also improves linearity and dynamic range. The converters feature built-in digital filtering capabilities that yield superior signal processing performance, thus simplifying the design requirements for systems integrating these ADCs.

Furthermore, power consumption is a critical consideration in many designs, and both devices are optimized for low power operation. This is essential for battery-powered devices and portable applications, ensuring that designers achieve optimal performance without compromising battery life.

In terms of interfacing, the ADCs provide various options, including serial and parallel communication protocols, making them compatible with multiple platforms and microcontrollers. This flexibility allows designers to integrate the ADC 1600 and 3600 seamlessly into their systems, facilitating easier implementation.

In summary, the ADC 1600 and ADC 3600 stand out in the market for their high-resolution capabilities, fast sampling rates, advanced modulation technologies, and low power consumption. These characteristics make them ideal choices for a wide range of applications where performance and accuracy are paramount. Whether used in industrial automation, scientific research, or consumer electronics, these ADCs continue to set benchmarks in analog-to-digital conversion technology.