Telecom Outlook 2003

December 14, 2002
RAD unveils next-gen compressed voice gateway

HONGKONG -- RAD Data Communications has introduced its new Vmux-2100 compressed voice gateway, which enables up to 16 EI or TI lines to be extended over a single EI, TI or Ethernet uplink. Like typical VoIP systems, the new product supports G.723.1, G.729A and G.711 standards. But the use of packet-based TDM over IP (TDMoIP) technology, enables it to support a more efficient use of bandwidth through even higher compression rates. VoIP currently yields voice compression rates at the industry average of 10-12 kbps, while Vmux compresses at the rate as low as 5.3 kbps. It is an attractive solution for cellular operators and international carriers back-hauling traffic over another carrier's network.

Vmux-2100 occupies considerably less space than the average VoIP system, a significant factor in minimising co-location costs. It can be fully configured in a matter of minutes. The product also features full SNMP management, and RAD view service center package monitors and manages the operation of equipment.

Vmux-2100 supports a wide variety of signaling, including MFC/R2, ISDN, SS7, and any CCS signaling, as well as fax and data modem relay. It also support full back up over a second EI or TI, and is soon expected to offer full redundancy between WAN and LAN.

Contact:
RAD Data Communications
Tel: 972-3-645-8134
Email: bob@rad.co.il
Web: www.rad.com