Applied Optoelectronics Inc. (AOI) announces its latest Quantum18 product series, designed for cable operators to upgrade to 1.8GHz and integrate into legacy Motorola housings. AOI plans to showcase its full line of Quantum18 products at the largest cable telecommunications tradeshow, SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2024, Booth #1613, from September 24-26 in Atlanta.
At the forefront of AOI’s new Quantum18 product line is the Quantum18 1.8GHz Node, offering multiple compatibility options for technology updates that aim to minimize customer downtime and lower operational expenses. These include enabling operators to upgrade to 1.8GHz within existing GS7000 housings and providing interoperability with DOCSIS 3.1 and DOCSIS 4.0 Remote PHY Devices (“RPD”) as well as Passive Optical Network (“PON”) and switching functionality across a high-speed interface backplane.
«The Quantum18 1.8GHz Node sets a new standard in Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (‘HFC’) networking,» said Todd McCrum, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Broadband Access Business Unit at AOI. «It is specifically engineered for operators to ready their networks for DOCSIS 4.0 and subsequent upgrades—significantly simplifying deployments and reducing added costs.»
AOI is also introducing the Quantum18 1.8GHz System Amplifier and Quantum18 1.8GHz Broadband Line Extender (“BLE”) for Motorola housings, solving a critical need for upgrading legacy Motorola housings while minimizing network interruptions.
When deployed, the Quantum18 MB 1.8GHz System Amplifier and BLE 1.8GHz Line Extender boost signal quality and offer additional features that make network management easier and more efficient. These include adjusting amplifier settings and updating firmware remotely, ingress management, automated asset tagging, and geo-locating.
“Our decision to create the Quantum18 amplifiers for Motorola housings provides our customers a hassle-free, cost-effective solution,” said Steve Pederson, Vice President of Product Management and Business Development at AOI. “By being compatible with existing Motorola housings, we are allowing cable operators to upgrade their network with less downtime and preserve their investment while providing the performance, remote management, and advanced troubleshooting tools to stay ahead in a fast-changing market.”
All Quantum18 products being introduced include field-upgradable diplex filters to ensure that the amplifiers can adapt to future spectrum needs and provide operators with flexible options and longer-term value.
AOI plans to showcase its full line of Quantum18 products at the largest cable telecommunications tradeshow, SCTE Cable-Tec Expo 2024, Booth #1613, from September 24-26 in Atlanta, GA.
For more information or to schedule an onsite visit, contact Michael Ballard, michael_ballard@ao-inc.com. The new Quantum18 products will be available to ship in early 2025.
