Archive for January, 2011

Easy- to- use ADSL2+ Tester Features Voice and LED Alarm

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments has announced the release of its ADSL 2+ tester, a hand held communication instrument used for installation, maintenance, tier-1 ADSL application and testing. It is commonly used as a digital multi-meter to test subscriber telephone connectivity and line parameters. The ADSL2+ Tester provides upstream and downstream rate measurement, error count, line error, digital multi meter (DMM) test functions, modem simulation, and PING and Trace testing. Its compact size and rugged design make it a perfect tool for ADSL technicians and engineers for field use.

This portable tester, model A0300031, features voice and LED alarm and tests ADSL2+ (G.992.5), ADSL2 (G.992.3), RE-ADSL (Annex L), Double Upstream (Annex M) and downwards compatible with ADSL (G.DMT, G.Lite, T1.43). This powerful tester uses Windowsâ„¢ CE operating system and provides a Web browser using a 4.3 inch large size display with backlit and chromatic touch screen, smart navigation menu. It starts test automatically and displays the results with a simple press of the “Auto Test” key. Test settings and results can be saved and deleted through the upgradeable embedded software. The low-power consumption device with an auto turn-off function can work continuously for more than 3.5 hours using its rechargeable built-in Li-ion battery or the unit can be operated using the external charger. The tester has a jacket protector with lanyard and bracket stand.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

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Intelligent Handheld ADSL2+ Tester

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments is offering its ADSL2+ tester with a powerful test set providing all test functions needed in the field, including upstream or downstream rate measurement, error count, digital multi meter (DMM) test functions, MODEM simulation, PING and trace testing.

This well-designed ADSL2+ tester, model A0300024, is designed for ADSL/ADSL 2+ installation and maintenance. Measurements can be carried out immediately with a simple push of the “Auto Test” key. The intelligent tester provides various voice alarms and LED indications and also provides an auto-off function for energy-saving. The embedded chipset can be upgraded via Ethernet interface to meet the development of ADSL standards enhancing the return on investment for this device. It has built-in Ni-MH rechargeable batteries featuring a quick charge time of less than 2.5h. These features together with its compact size make the tester a valuable tool for field technicians.

For sales inquiries please contact:

1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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Multi-function Ethernet Analyzer

Sunday, January 23rd, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments has released its portable 10/100/1000m Ethernet analyzer which tests data rates and performance metrics including throughput, latency, frame loss and back-to-back frames. It is an ideal tool for analyzing and troubleshooting Ethernet networks during the processes of construction or maintenance.

The 10/100/1000M Ethernet analyzer, model A0300004, offers two working modes: dual-port mode and remote testing mode. In dual-port mode, most of tests can be completed via the single analyzer; in remote testing mode, long distance tests can be carried out with two analyzers placed at the two ends of a WAN. It has a USB port to upload stored data to a computer. The easy-to-use Ethernet analyzer displays text and graphics on its TFT LCD screen. Its portable size and user-friendly design make the analyzer easy to use in various complex testing environments.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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Handheld Signal Level Analyzer Features CATV Testing

Thursday, January 20th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments has released its high-performance handheld signal level analyzer operating over a frequency range of 5 to 870MHz. It is specifically designed and manufactured for CATV engineers and technicians to facilitate installation and testing of CATV systems. It measures CATV TILT, C/N and trunk cable voltage and has auto-off time setup, channel plan selection, channel amending, channel sorting and channel editing functions.

This portable signal level analyzer, model A0500014, is small in size and light in weight and has a large LCD screen for clear display of test results. It tests CATV signal levels in both channel (SCAN) and frequency (SPECTRUM) modes. In ‘SCAN’ mode, the analyzer is able to scan all channels and record signal levels in internal memory for later analysis. In ‘SPECTRUM’ mode, the analyzer can carry out spectrum displays and tests within the frequency range. This handheld analyzer stores twenty-four groups of scanned data (up to 100 channels per group) and has two RF F-Type input ports. Windows compatible software is included for easy system set up.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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Multi-function Portable ADSL2+ Tester

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments recommends its ADSL 2+ tester which is an ideal tool for ADSL/ADSL2+ network installation, maintenance and fault detection. It provides xDSL testing, PPPoE dial testing, DMM testing and Modem functionality. This tester tests physical layer parameters including current and maximum rate, noise margin, attenuation and output power.

This efficient and reliable ADSL2+ tester, model A0300019, features automatic test data refreshment, auto power off and back-light time out. When operating as a digital multi-meter (DMM), it performs loop resistance, capacitance, insulation resistance and voltage measurement. The portable ADSL2+ tester has both auto and multiple modem modes and can store up to 99 groups of data. It communicates with a computer through an RS232. This tester has an LCD display and easy menu operation.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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RF Synthesized Radio Frequency Signal Generator

Monday, January 17th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments recommends its synthesized signal radio frequency (RF) generator which can be used in applications such as scientific research, production and general RF testing. On UHF receivers, it can measure selectivity, sensitivity, inter-nodulation distortion, AM rejection, AGC response, audio hum, noise and distortion and STAND ratio. Its flexible step sweep and list sweep functions provide control over output frequency and power.

This synthesized RF signal generator, model A0200001, offers abundant modulation functions including amplitude modulation, frequency modulation, phase modulation and pulse modulation. It works over a wide frequency range of 250kHz to 2GHz at an accuracy of ±0.5dB and from 2GHz to 4GHz at an accuracy of ±0.9dB. The built-in modulation signal generator features a GPIB remote control function, 10MHz frequency resolution, and a wide output power range from -136dBm to 7dBm. When its source power output is less than 4dBm, its spectral purity is less than -30dBc, and when its source power output is less than 7dBm and frequency deviation is more than 3kHz, its spectral purity is less than -53dBc.

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High Performance Cable Fault Locator

Sunday, January 16th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments recommends its cable fault locator based on TDR technology and is widely used in communication maintenance, project construction and integrated cabling. Using signal processing and data collection technology the locator performs fault distance location, pulse testing, cable line fault testing, wave shape comparison and data record testing. It also tests the line for breaks and shorts, circuit faults on twisted-pair cable, data cable, electric power cable and coaxial cable.

This high performance cable fault locator, model A0300025, features a large LCD screen, simple operation, automatic resolution test, low voltage warning, auto power-off and a fast  sampling speed of 500MHz. It can locate fault distance automatically without manual intervention and the test distance of its dead zone is less than 1m. The measurement range is from 1 to 6000m; calibrated measurement distances are 50m, 100m, 200m, 800m, 1600m, 3000m and 6000m. It is able to connect with a computer or printer facility via RS232 serial port. All of these features together with compact size make it a valuable tool for field technicians.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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Signal Level Meter with Peak-Hold Function

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments has recommends its handheld signal level meter which is widely favored by professionals in the CATV industry. It conducts C/N measurements, spectrum analysis, auto testing and data logging. This signal meter effectively tests analog channels, digital channels (QAM) and FM channels with high accuracy.

This high performance signal level meter, model A0500016, features FCC standard limit testing, transmission and reflectivity characteristic testing and automatic timing measurements. The meter provides such key functions as measuring and displaying the amplitude at a specific frequency or any carrier as defined by the user. It operates at two optional frequency ranges: 46MHz to 870MHz and 5MHz to 870MHz. The meter has an interface for connection with a computer or a printer. Its peak-hold level measurement function allows it to detect the occasional fluctuation efficiently and accurately in either LEVEL or SPECTRUM mode.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

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Ultra-compact USB PC Based Oscilloscope

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments recommends its high performance USB PC based oscilloscope integrates a two (or four ) 250MSa/s single-shot digitizers with a 250MHz a 8 (or 16) channel logic analyzer and an 8k FFT Spectrum into a single instrument. By connecting to a computer’s parallel or USB port the scope provides an ultimate test and measurement solution. GAO offers various models to meet different requirements.

This USB PC based oscilloscope, model A0130005, contains fully synchronized cross triggering to capture and display analog events that affect digital circuits, or vice-versa, and correlate the two to identity cause and effect relationships. It features continuously variable pre-/post-trigger view, variable threshold voltage on logic analyzer channels, external clock input, ruggedized inputs, 20GHz repetitive mode sample rate and fast screen update rates. It slashes the cost of capturing and analyzing signals on up to 50MHz microprocessors, logic families, and analog circuits on systems. The display screen shows the full 256K/512K/1Mega sample deep data buffers for both the analog waveform and the digital data pattern. All-channel zoom expansion and cursors identify synchronous events on different channels.

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Portable Super Signal Level Meter

Monday, January 10th, 2011

Toronto, Canada – GAO Instruments recommends its super signal level meter which is an ideal and invaluable tool for CATV signal testing. The meter efficiently tests analog channels, digital channels (QAM) and FM channels. It can also measure the amplitude at a specific frequency or any carrier defined by the operator. This super signal level meter conducts C/N measurement, voltmeter functions, spectrum analysis, auto testing, data logging and return path measurements.

This portable super signal level meter, model A0500003, operates at a frequency range of 45MHz to 870MHz or 5MHz to 870MHz. It features a compact size, automatic timing measurements, transmission and reflectively characteristic testing functions and an intelligent quick charging function. Users can detect the occasional signal disturbance through the peak-hold function in the LEVEL and SPECTRUM modes. In addition, it communicates with a computer or a printer via interface for data exchange.

For sales inquiries please contact:

1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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