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Hammer NXT TDM High Density TDM Performance Test Platform from the Leader in Telephony Test Solutions Overview The Hammer NXT TDM addresses the Telephony test playing field by delivering the most truly integrated, extensible TDM test platform. The Hammer NXT TDM platform combines carrier class volumes of TDM signaling and bearer traffic with comprehensive test capabilities and detailed analysis. Its unique modular architecture allows systems to be configured with flexible mixes of TDM media and signaling to suit the needs of specific applications. Additional cards and chassis can easily be added to further leverage the Hammer NXT TDM investment. Network edge devices, such as media gateways and central office switches, can be isolated and tested for a fraction of the cost of actual network components or point test solutions. With its ability to generate over 5,000 simultaneous calls with media, in a single chassis, the Hammer NXT TDM is truly the price/performance leader in convergence testing.
FEATURES • High density path confirmation and voice quality testing
of VoIP applications including TDMTDM and IPTDM • End-to-end and device testing for trunking and access
gateways, softswitches, TDM switches, and large-scale PBXs • Verify telephony application performance with detailed call
measurements including call rates, call capacity, call errors, and end-to-end call routing verification. • Failover testing — Ensure backup circuits engage
seamlessly when a primary circuit goes down
The Hammer NXT IP Solves Your Telephony Application Test Problems Integrated, Comprehensive Test Capabilities Carrier class TDM stimulus and response with media path confirmation on all channels Intelligent scale, performance, and feature/load interaction test capabilities
• High density tone and voice testing with full loading
on system under test • Voice quality testing when confronted with real-world
network impairments, using PESQ, PAMS, and PSQM
Call metrics with tone, DTMF, and voice prompt testing across any TDM component
• Network level performance testing
Voice quality measurements using real voice and standard algorithms
• Verify media and call server features with tone and voice
Advanced diagnostic capabilities help debug errors and provide insight into network conditions at time of failure
• Support for Clear Channel, CAS, ISDN, and SS7 protocols
Individual call visibility and control
• Support for G.711 A-law and µ-law
prompt detection and recognition, under high load conditions
Extensible, Economical Test Platform Solution Chassis and blade-based, modular architecture eases expansion for add-on capacity or functionality Leverage and build-on purchased assets Common software architecture for integrated test development, monitoring, and reporting Fully compatible with all test systems equipped with the Hammer TestBuilder™ User Interface Fully compliant with the Hammer MegaController, the centralized test management system that provides common visibility and control for multiple Hammer chassis and servers
BENEFITS • Accelerate Time to Market. By testing TDM signaling and/or
media support in telephony network elements and networks. • Reduce Feature Test Time and Risk. Generate background
load to ensure that feature testing is done under real-world conditions. • Reduce Product Risk. Confirm that TDM component
capacity and performance goals are achieved. • Save Money. Generate calls at a cost that is less than
traditional TDM solutions. • Find Errors Faster. Filter based metrics allows users to
focus on the ‘bad’ calls, saving time spent looking at thousands of call reports. • Leverage Test Equipment Budget. Easily expandable
and modular, and fully integrated with Hammer NXT IP and other Hammer products.
Hammer NXT TDM System
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Hammer NXT TDM Features Flexible Test Platform and Architecture Small footprint minimizes lab space requirements and eases installation
Multiple TDM tests can be scheduled and run simultaneously, and with IP
Embedded Single Board Computer for system control and high performance
Wide range of traffic types and signaling protocols
Blade-based, Modular Architecture for easy configuration and expansion
Flexible command line interface supports lab automation requirements Supports media verification on all TDM channels simultaneously
TDM Test Capabilities TDM Signaling – Clear Channel, CAS, ISDN-PRI, and SS7 – Low level IE and message programmability – Extensive international variant support
SS7 Signaling – SS7 ISUP, TUP, and MTP – V.35, E1, and T1 links – SS7 circuit management facility
Signaling and Media Interface Modules – 3-span DS3 modules – Software switchable, 16-span E1/T1 modules – 176 spans, 6 DS3s
Media handling – Real voice prompts generation and detection • Voice quality analysis with PESQ (P.862), PAMS, and PSQM (P.861)
– Single tones and DTMF generation and detection – Fax generation and detection
Easy to Use Graphical Test Environment Powerful and intuitive TestBuilder test development environment enables quick and easy testing Utilizing the Hammer Mega-Controller, >100,000 simultaneous calls can be centrally controlled from a single user interface for scheduling, monitoring, and reporting – The Hammer Mega-Controller can also control any other Hammer Test System
Call Profiler Traffic Patterns
Streamlined configuration and connectivity utility minimizes time to test – Creates sending and receiving side tests with no script generation required – Uses industry-standard ladder diagram and call flow icons for intuitive test creation – Pre-written tests for faster and easier testing – Pre-defined calling patterns simulate real world operating conditions – Real-time monitoring and reporting of call statistics and errors – Comprehensive report set
Saw Tooth, Blast, Ramp, Steady Call Rate, Rolling Blast, and Poisson Distribution
Real-Time Test Monitoring Monitor activity on all channels simultaneously or drill down to view detailed activity on a single channel
Ability to listen to channel activity Real-time monitoring of run time statistics
Comprehensive, Flexible Report Set Pre-defined test reports for simplified test analysis
Isolate and view results from specific time periods
High-level summaries and granular channel-by-channel reporting
Graphical summary reports
Complete error report for easy diagnosis
Value-added Options Hammer’s industry-leading NXT IP system for origination, termination, and analysis of VoIP signaling and traffic
Hammer Mega-Controller for common control of multiple Hammer chassis and servers
Hammer’s industry-leading Voice Quality Test suite and server
Physical Specifications 19" rack mounted cPCI chassis
Ambient Temperature: 25º C
21" height 17.3" width, 17" depth
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AC powered: 90 to 264 VAC, 10 to 5A, 47 to 63Hz ©2006 Empirix. All rights reserved. All descriptions and specifications are intended for general information only and are subject to change without notice. Some mentioned features are optional. All names, products, services, trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective organizations. Hammer Call Analyzer, the Hammer product icon, Empirix and the Empirix logo are trademarks of Empirix. Empirix products are covered by U.S. Patents (no. 5572570, 5835565, 6091802), various U.S and international patents pending.
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