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Whitepapers/The VideoBridge concept

Chapter 6 of 8

The VB20 portable IP-PROBE

The VB20 IP-PROBE from BRIDGETECH is a cost-effective, portable measuring unit ideal for inspecting TV multicasts as found in fibre or DSL triple-play networks. Using the VB20 the operator can easily characterise the signal quality of up to 180 TV multicasts simultaneously anywhere in the network ranging from IPTV head-end through to customer set-top box.

The VB20 IP-PROBE is capable of analysing up to 180 IP multicasts at the same time with critical quality parameters such as jitter and packet loss being detected and logged automatically. The VB20 IP-PROBE features a built-in 3-port Ethernet switch and internal AC power supply.

Each VB20 IP-PROBE runs an HTTP server. The operator access is through a web browser pointed towards the VB10 IP address. Basic setup can be performed locally through RS232 or remotely via TELNET. Central management and alarm/statistics collection is achieved by optionally deploying the VBC (VideoBridge Controller) Server software.

The VB20 IP-PROBE is cost-effective and easy to use. This makes it particularly suitable for being connected and left overnight at the cus tom er premises for non-intrusive problem logging and capture in triple - play fibre and DSL networks. This proactive approach to problem solving helps both in calming the customer down as well as identifying the issue faster.

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