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Enabling Access for Rural Communities with the Alcatel 1511 BA
Introduction ......................................1
V5.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About RAPID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Outdoor Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Network Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Conclusion .......................................6
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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Data
(LAN)
1511 BA
Data
ISDN S
POTS
RAPID
Optical Fax
Fiber
Data
1511 BA
Copper ISDN S
E1s SHDSL
POTS
Co-located µWave
Data Data
Network (LAN)
1511 BA
1511 BA
Village
RAPID Phone
Fax POTS ISDN S Data
Overview of
Connectivity Options V5.2
1511 BA
Interface
(4 E1)
This section describes network scenarios in which the 30 Subscribers
Alcatel RAPID solution is used as an access medium to
the subscriber. Three connectivity options are available: 24 E1s RAPID (1)
with CAS 1511 BA
> V5.2 connection at the exchange
> V5.1-based subscriber emulation Exchange V5.2 to
> Mirror-based solution for combined services CAS Converter 30 Subscribers
RAPID (24)
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The major strengths of the V5.2 connectivity option are: MIRROR-BASED SOLUTION FOR COMBINED SERVICES
> V5.2 is an open interface that can be connected to When transporting different services (i.e., services with
any digital exchange specific signaling requirements), network operators cannot
> No upgrades are required to existing exchange make use of a standardized signaling protocol like V5.2,
equipment which allows them to connect a hybrid trunk directly to
> Only limited investment is required at the exchange an exchange. To overcome this inconvenience and enable
end (addition of a converter box, which can serve multiple services for rural users, an additional building
up to 24 remote sites) block is introduced into the network topology. A small
cross-connect (Alcatel 1515 Compact 1-0 Digital Cross-
This solution is most economical for a volume of 400 Connect [CX-C]) acts as a groomer between the exchange,
subscribers or more, connected to a single exchange. the data network and the RAPIDs in the network.
As inputs, the cross-connect can receive:
SUBSCRIBER EMULATION-BASED CAS SIGNALING > E1s carrying up to 30 POTS channels
This connectivity option is appropriate when network > Full E1s carrying 64 kb/s data channels
operators want to provide only voice services. In this > Single basic access lines (a,b wired) in a mirror
scenario, the RAPID is connected directly to the exchange configuration with the switch
via a 2 Mb/s link. The protocol will be a channel associated
signaling (CAS) signal with subscriber emulation embed- At the output side, each RAPID is connected to the
ded in the exchange. This option has two significant cross-connect by an E1. The network will use proprietary
characteristics: signaling because this E1 contains a mix of POTS, basic
> Line signaling is based on the CAS protocol rate access (BRA) and data channels.
(recommendation Q.421) With this setup, the operator can serve up to 480 user
> Subscriber processing (providing dial tone, reception channels. In theory, 16 RAPIDs can be connected to one
of digits, etc.) is done in the exchange cross-connect, if each RAPID is equipped to its maximum.
In practice, with an average filling of 75 percent, up to
Up to 30 POTS lines can be installed per RAPID pole- 20 RAPIDs can be connected to a single cross-connect.
mounted cabinet. An indoor subrack can house 90 The typical equivalents are as follows:
subscribers. A fully equipped, standard 19 inch rack > POTS: 1 user channel per subscriber
totals 450 subscribers. > BRA: 3 user channels per basic access subscriber
Advantages of the subscriber emulation connectivity > Data: 1 user channel per 64 kb/s connection
option include:
> No investment is needed at the exchange
> It is extremely well suited for a low volume of Figure 5 - Mixed POTS and Data Connectivity Option
subscribers (less than 50) added to a single exchange
1511 BA
E1 CAS
Exchange
RAPID
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CNCC
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Q3 (X.25/Ethernet)
DCN Network
OS: 1353 AC
Q3 (X.25/Ethernet)
RS-232
1322 VD
1321 NX
Operation Craft 1511 BA (R)Q2 (R)Q2
Terminal (OCT)
RS-232
RS-232
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Conclusion
The RAPID solution from Alcatel enables network
operators to address the burgeoning rural community
and remain competitive by bringing premium services
to scarcely populated areas. Rural residents can enjoy
not only traditional POTS service, but ISDN basic access
and low-speed data over a single 2 Mb/s link.
RAPID is easy to install and robust once in place. It is
fed from the commercial power grid with a back-up bat-
tery, allowing easy implementation even in areas where
power outages are frequent. Its robust mechanical design
protects against vandalism, theft and animal attacks. The
IP-55 value of the equipment bay prevents damage from
water, insects and dust. The Alcatel 1511 BA itself has a
proven track record in very harsh environments worldwide.
It has been deployed in pipeline, metro and railway
projects, both indoors and outdoors.
Implementing RAPID does not require a highly skilled
workforce. Operators can take advantage of a comprehen-
sive network management system to control, monitor and
reconfigure the network from a central network operations
center. This results in a plug and play operational mode
that does not require specialized skills from people in
the field.
Ultimately, RAPID provides the ideal answer for con-
necting rural areas to the rest of the world and allowing
the local population to enter into and enjoy the benefits
of the 21st century.
ABBREVIATIONS
BRA basic rate access (for ISDN)
CAPEX capital expenditures
CAS channel associated signaling
DWDM dense wavelength division multiplexing
ECT equipment craft terminal
IP 55 Indication of degree of protection against
dust and humidity
ISDN integrated services digital network
LT line termination
NT network termination
OCT office craft terminal
OS operating system
POTS plain old telephone system/service
RAPID rural access for POTS, ISDN and data
SDH synchronous digital hierarchy
SHDSL single-line high-bit-rate digital subscriber line
VAM versatile access modem
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