Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) is a data-transmission technology that augments network data through the existing fiber infrastructure. These transmitters make it possible to deliver significantly more bandwidth at reduced cost.

Aurora Networks, a company specializing in optical access solutions launched HT3541H, a new addition to its Double-density Full Spectrum (News - Alert) DWDM Transmitter product line.

The new DWDM product line comes with 3RU platform density - 24 transmitters including dual power supplies, communications module and optical multiplexing - while significantly reducing power consumption. In addition, the bandwidth of these next-generation transmitters has been expanded to over 1.2 GHz in preparation to support the emerging DOCSIS 3.1 specifications.

“While operators must provide new, revenue-generating services to keep ahead in today’s increasingly competitive market, they cannot afford to increase rack space and power consumption," John Dahlquist, vice president of marketing for Aurora Networks, said in a statement.

“Aurora Networks developed the HT3541H Double-density Full Spectrum DWDM Transmitter with these challenges in mind to enable operators to optimize and segment their networks now while preparing for the future,” Dahlquist added.

Key features of the new HT3541H Double-density Full Spectrum DWDM Transmitter include:

• The product line is designed for light analog channel loading up to 30 channels, plus QAM channels, and also supports evolution to all-QAM loading
• In addition, the new system supports 40 DWDM wavelengths, has dual inputs for broadcast and narrowcast signals, and both local and remote status monitoring features
• The modules are individually hot-swappable to minimize network disruption
• Furthermore, its zero-slot multiplexing backplates enable plug-and-play connections and optical combining, without consuming additional rack space

Aurora also announced its new EPON optical network terminals (ONTs), the ONT-2-Exxx family. Based on the latest innovations, the new terminals provide advanced features at a reduced cost.