Microwave Networks - Proteus AMT M-Series

Proteus AMT M-Series is the most comprehensive and flexible version of our field-proven Proteus AMT product family. Intended to allow operators a graceful migration from existing voice services to newer IP, data, and multimedia networks, M-Series offers throughput up to 190 Mbit/s in any combination of PDH, synchronous, or Ethernet IP interfaces. As network requirements evolve, most capacity upgrades or configuration changes can be quickly implemented and require only a new software key. This full-featured model builds on the success of the Proteus AMT design and provides network operators the most initial configuration choices as well as simple future network upgrades.

Available in both all-indoor (6-11 GHz) and split-mount configurations (6-38 GHz) as well as protected and diversity configurations the M-series satisfies all the requirements for backbone, backhaul, or last mile links.

As part of the Proteus AMT family of point-to-point microwave radios, M-Series is fully compatible with other Proteus AMT microwave radios. Customers who desire the expanded features and higher capacity of M-Series, can upgrade their existing Proteus AMT radios by simply exchanging the Indoor Unit (IDU) and leaving the existing Outdoor Unit (ODU), antenna, and coax cable in place.

M-Series also uses the same Element Manager for configuration and control and is fully compatible with MNI’s SNMP Element Manager System (EMS) software.

Features And Benefits

Software Control
One very significant feature found in all Proteus AMT radios is the ability to operate as a Software Defined Radio (SDR). A software-defined radio is characterized by its flexibility; simply modifying or replacing software can completely change its functionality. This allows easy upgrade to new modes of operation and improved performance without the need to replace hardware.

Software selection of bandwidth, modulation, capacity, channel frequency, and output power.
Optimized control over high system gain vs. high throughput for a given RF channel.
Dynamic Payload MappingTM for easy traffic aggregation of different protocols.
Remote firmware and software downloads simplify the logistics of access and availability.

High Capacity / Comprehensive Payload
A common desire among network operators is keeping startup costs as low as possible. The M-Series is designed specifically to optimize capacity utilization and allow a wide variety of choices for the operator. This single, compact platform provides the most capacity and configuration options available.

Capacity upgrades from 4 Mbit/s to 190 Mbit/s with no hardware changes.
Up to 190 Mbit/s in 28 MHz or 30 MHz channels
Any combination of interfaces or tributaries up to 64 x E1/DS1, 4 x E3/DS3, OC-3/STM-1, or 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet.
The same ODUs or RFUs for all capacities

Dedicated Ethernet Support
The convergence of voice, data, and video networks using IP-based technology is quickly changing the Telecom industry. Proteus AMT was one of the first microwave radios to fully embrace this change by integrating Ethernet IP into its offering. M-Series continues this approach with even more market-leading enhancements.

Quality of Service (Qos) (IPv4/IPv6) Traffic Class Rate Limiting up to 8 priorities.
IEEE 802.1p and 802.1Q VLAN tag-based Mode up to 64 VLAN IDs.
IEEE 802.1p and 802.1Q VLAN Port-based Mode up to 8 ports.
Gigabit Ethernet Interface for seamless extension of large enterprise WANs and LANs.

Advanced Traffic Routing Nodes
Designing a comprehensive network solution requires more than simple data transport. MNI understands the total system view and has integrated powerful data grooming features into the M-Series product line to handle fast-changing traffic patterns. These integrated features reduce site cost, rack space, and complex cabling.

All traffic can be cross-connected at the individual E1/DS1 or E3/DS3 level.
Self-healing E1/DS1 level loop protection for ring networks.
Integrated Drop and Insert mux from E3/DS3 and STM-1/OC-3.
Stackable SPUs with data aggregation bus for traffic-node configurations at hub sites.

Easy Installation, Operation, and Upgrades
Creating a complete product portfolio is not just adding the latest technology and cutting-edge features. MNI focuses on the total microwave experience for implementing a network. This includes fast installations, simple operation, and efficient configuration upgrades.

User setup wizards enable fast and easy link deployment.
Removable SIM card to retain terminal configuration data during SPU replacement.
Enhanced network security features using SNMP version 3.
Built-in chart recorder for real-time performance monitoring.
Platform independent Element Manager for easy integration into higher level management systems.

Exceptional Performance and Reliability
Above all else, microwave transmission solutions must provide excellent performance and high reliability. Taking advantage of major advances in highly integrated MMIC and ASIC technology, the M-Series performance and reliability is grater than ever.

QPSK, 16, 32, 64, 128, and 256 level QAM modulation with trellis-coding.
Errorless diversity switching eliminates disruptions due to switching on difficult paths.
High system gain for longer and more reliable paths.
high Dispersive Fade Margin (DFM) to eliminate disruptions due to multi-path effects.
Reed Solomon and Trellis coding improves error performance and modulation efficiency.
MTBF greater than 35 years.