Network Map is an innovative Fiber Cable Management application that uses Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to help plan, design, and maintain fiber network structures for FTTP (Fiber to the Premises) and FTTH (Fiber to the Home) layouts. This easy-to-use tool offers detailed insights and functionalities for those involved in fiber optic network management, including cable TV operators, internet providers, and any organization working with fiber optics.
Bird’s Eye View of Your Network
Network Map allows you to see the big picture of your network's fiber paths, including cables, individual fibers, fiber connecting junctions, and incidents. You can drill down to examine intricate details like signal strength at any junction, ensuring a thorough understanding of your network’s health.
Manual and GPS-Assisted Path Recording
Whether you choose to manually record the fiber cable paths or use GPS assistance for automatic path recording, Network Map provides you with the flexibility to design and document fiber paths efficiently.
Trace Individual Fibers
With Network Map, you can trace any single fiber throughout the entire network structure, from one end to the other. This allows you to monitor the fiber's progress, check its status, and ensure proper signal distribution.
Signal Strength Indicators
The app provides an expected signal strength display for all network junctions based on the input signal strength, helping you identify weak spots and potential issues within the fiber network.
Customizable Network Design
Customize your network design with preloaded cable types, fiber colors, and device lists. Set customizable loss values, design advanced network configurations, and calculate automatic loss values in the design to streamline the process.
Fault Location Assistance
The app helps identify faults by integrating OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) input, allowing you to locate issues on the fiber path. Additionally, the app can alert technicians when they enter a fault zone.
Three-Tier User Permissions
Network Map offers flexible user access with three different levels—Administrator, User, and Viewer—so you can manage permissions based on the needs of your team.
Language and Help Text Options
The app supports multiple languages and offers comprehensive help text, as well as video tutorials to guide users through the app's features.
Network Map Starter Assist
The built-in assistant will guide you through the app step-by-step, ensuring that you can set up and manage your fiber network without any confusion.
Advantages of Using Network Map
Comprehensive Fiber Path Management
With Network Map, you can track exactly where each fiber goes within your FTTP/FTTH layouts, making it easier to troubleshoot, plan, and maintain the network.
Signal Loss Customization
Customize loss values for each segment of the network, whether it’s the fiber cable itself or the devices such as splitters and couplers, to ensure optimal performance.
Efficient Network Design
The app’s network design functionality automatically calculates the loss values when using couplers or splitters, eliminating the need for time-consuming manual calculations and ensuring a more accurate design process.
Precise Fault Detection
By incorporating OTDR data, the app can accurately project the location of faults, helping technicians quickly and precisely pinpoint problems in the network.
Network Map License Models
Network Map offers four different user license models:
Corporate License: For organizations that need to manage multiple sub-organizations.
Distributor License: For entities that provide input to last-mile operators.
Operator License: For those providing final connectivity to customers (e.g., Internet or digital TV providers).
Dealer License: For businesses that distribute licenses to operators and distributors.
Each model comes with a free usage period, offering access to basic features after the license expires.
FAQs
1. What is Network Map?
Network Map is a Fiber Cable Management application that uses Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to plan, design, and maintain fiber optic networks, particularly for FTTP and FTTH setups.
2. How does Network Map help with fiber network management?
It allows users to trace individual fibers, record network paths, monitor signal strength, identify faults, and design networks with customizable loss values. It provides a comprehensive overview of your fiber network.
3. Can I try Network Map for free?
Yes, Network Map offers a demo version for free, allowing users to view the network without the ability to make changes. There's also a free usage period after the license expiry for all paid models.
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What's New in the Latest Version 8.8
Last updated on Dec 10, 2024
- Bug FIxes
- Library updates
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