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Wandel & Goltermann PCM23
VF PCM Tester
PCM Analyzer / Transmission Test Set Device Type
E1 (2.048 Mbit/s) PCM Primary Rate Interface Standard
2.048 Mbit/s Bit Rate
ITU-T G.704 / G.732 compliant framing (PCM-30/PCM-31) Framing Structure
Bit Error Rate (BER) testing, frame alignment, slip measurement, alarm detection Measurement Functions
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Device Type | PCM Analyzer / Transmission Test Set |
| Interface Standard | E1 (2.048 Mbit/s) PCM Primary Rate |
| Bit Rate | 2.048 Mbit/s |
| Framing Structure | ITU-T G.704 / G.732 compliant framing (PCM-30/PCM-31) |
| Measurement Functions | Bit Error Rate (BER) testing, frame alignment, slip measurement, alarm detection |
| Test Patterns | Pseudo-random bit sequences (PRBS): 2^9-1, 2^11-1, 2^15-1, 2^20-1, 2^23-1; all-ones, all-zeros |
| Impedance | 75 Ohm unbalanced / 120 Ohm balanced |
| Connectors | BNC (75 Ohm) and bantam/RJ-48 (120 Ohm) |
| Power Supply | AC mains powered with optional battery pack for portable field operation |
| Standards Compliance | ITU-T G.703, G.704, G.732, G.821; CEPT E1 specifications |
Wandel & Goltermann PCM23 Options:
- PCM23 - BN 2035/01 - PCM-23 VF PCM Tester with CF connectors
- PCM23 - BN 2035/02 - PCM-23 VF PCM Tester with WECO 310 compatible connectors
- PCM23 - BN 2035/03 - PCM-23 VF PCM Tester with I 214 APS compatible connectors
- PCM23 - BN 2035/04 - PCM-23 VF PCM Tester Eurocom version with CF connectors (on request)
- PCM23 - BN 2035/00.60 - User-specified impedance (instead of 220 Ω + 115 nF || 820 Ω)
| Model | PCM23 |
|---|
The Wandel Goltermann PCM23 is a used Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) analyzer accessory designed for evaluating digital signaling over fiber-test channels. It supports accurate Bit Error Rate (BER) diagnostics, enhancing testing efficiency in telecom environments.
Ideal for BER-based systems, the PCM23 aids in detailed fault analysis and signal verification across digital communication lines.
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