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Editorial Contacts: Jerry Burg, Metro Tel Corp. 408-946-4600, info@metrotelcorp.com Scott Tiernan, McMullen Advertising, Inc. |
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| METRO TEL 56 KBPS MODEM LINE TESTER NOW AVAILABLE WITH LEASED LINE TESTING CAPABILITY Allows local service providers and network installers to qualify leased lines for high speed modem use MILPITAS, California, July 6, 2000 -- Metro Tel Corp. of Milpitas, California, today announced that its Model MLT560 hand-held, 56 kbps Modem Line Tester is now available with a leased line test mode in addition to its standard dial-up telephone line testing capability. "The need for speed on the Internet has put new emphasis on telephone line quality," commented Jerry Burg, Vice President Marketing, "And because users will want to be assured that they're getting the speed they're paying for, the need to provide proof of baud rate testing will be a universal requirement for all network installers and local service providers." This easy-to-use, battery-powered tester qualifies telephone lines for modem speeds of up to 56 kbps and modem data throughput up to 115.2 kbps with built-in data compression. With the MLT560, the technician can dial any ISP to determine the connection rate, as well as quickly identify any problems affecting throughput due to bandwidth limitations. To provide proof of baud rate testing, a serial port is provided for an optional printer. The MLT560's functionality includes end-to-end, loop-back BERT testing using the test setís built-in test pattern generator/receiver and a separate central office unit. To initiate a test sequence, the MLT560 field unit dials the CO unit. When testing a leased line, two MLT560 units are utilized, one at each end of the line. The tester's 4x20 LCD alphanumeric display shows test setups and results. Up to four test configurations can be stored in the unit's onboard, non-volatile memory. The compact Modem Line Tester is 7.55" in length by 4.05" wide by 2.69" high and weighs 1 lb. 8 oz. A rechargeable 9.6 VDC NIMH battery pack provides up to 3 hours continuous operation. Phone line jack, power adaptor, and carrying case are included. About MetroTel Corp. MetroTel Corp. was founded in 1963 to provide the telecommunications industry with portable test equipment for central office and field use. Over the years, MetroTel has earned a reputation for offering advanced technology and high reliability at an affordable price. The company also manufactures specialized customer premise equipment such as automatic call forwarders and call diverters. Additionally, Metro Tel cable and metallic pipe locators are used by utilities and contractors when working with or around underground transmission and distribution facilities. # # # |
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