TPI introduces the new TPI 105 Data Test Unit

Business Wire, Sept 16, 1996

GERMANTOWN, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 16, 1996--TPI (Tele-Path Instruments), a division of TTC(R) (Telecommunications Techniques Corp.), announces the new TPI 105 Data Test Unit.

The TPI 105 Data Test Unit is a portable, battery-powered digital services test instrument that accomplishes a full range of DS0, DS1, and T1/Fractional T1 test options. The rugged, portable unit weighs 7 pounds; is ideal for downstream field testing by Digital Loop Carrier (DLC) crews; and includes the following test capabilities: -0-

-- DS0 testing to include primary and secondary channels, all baseband data rates and received byte pattern display, loopback control, and BER testing

-- AT&T D4 BRITE Cards with 946A and 950A controls and AT&T SLC(R)-5 BRITE Cards can be installed easily in the field, allowing for complete DS0 testing

-- Switched 56K Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) emulation including call setup, BER testing, and Channel Service Unit (CSU) loopback testing

Optional capabilities include the following:

-- Four-Wire Local Loop test features allow testing of digital services toward the network

-- ISDN Line Termination (LT) Emulation mode supports pre-qualification of cable pairs with the actual 2B1Q Layer 1 signal

-- T1 testing options for full DS0 testing with DS1 access, T1/Fractional T1 terminate testing, and full T1 drop and insert testing (This option available for shipment in December.) -0-

"This product really satisfies the customer's need for complete DS0 and Digital Loop testing," said John Williams, director of product marketing at TPI. "With the TPI 105, service providers now have a comprehensive, portable digital testing solution at both the central office and SLC (Subscriber Loop Carrier) huts."

The TPI 105 ranges in price from $4,320 to $7,500, depending on configuration, and is currently available for shipping.

TPI, (Tele-Path Instruments), designs and manufactures portable services test instruments for ISDN, Frame Relay, and DDS technologies. A focus on rugged design, portability, ease of operation, and extensive testing features has positioned TPI as a leader in portable test equipment manufacturing and design.

TPI, a division of TTC(R) (Telecommunications Techniques Corp.), is headquartered in Salem, Va. TPI can be reached at 540/375-0500, and their products can be viewed over the Internet at http://www.ttc.com. TTC(R) is a division of Dynatech Corp. (NASDAQ:DYTC). -0- All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies.

CONTACT: TTC, Germantown

Rob Clark, 301/353-1560 X2184

clarkr@ttc.com