Deliver Reliable Advanced Interactive Services

As the demand for advanced services rises across hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) networks, cable operators need powerful optical solutions to deliver the level of service consumers demand. Scientific Atlanta offers proven, flexible compact optical nodes that let you design your optical network to meet your operational needs and the service expectations of your customers.

Scientific Atlanta's range of compact optical nodes provides the mission-critical, advanced features essential to cable operator networks:

• Common plug-in accessories help lower costs and minimize spare parts inventories
• Compact design with low power consumption boosts reliability; optimized for installation in European-style street cabinets
• GaAS-FET gain block technology for improved distortion and lower signal/noise ratios
• Diplex filters available in multiple versions: 30/47 MHz, 40/54 MHz, 50/70 MHz, 55/75 MHz, and 65/87 MHz
• Optical receivers equipped with optical AGC functionality for easy setup
• Optical upstream transmitters with a pilot tone generator for easy setup of the return path receive system and improved performance
• Optical upstream transmitters available in 16 wavelengths and multiple optical output powers
• Support for two types of power supplies: 65VAC and 230VAC
• Support for NMS functionality via plug-in transponders compatible with Scientific Atlanta's SMC systems or HMS