The NORTEL NTCA04VP is a 10 Gbps optical regenerator/receiver circuit pack used in Nortel Optera LH (Long Haul) optical transport systems. It is designed to receive, clean, and regenerate optical signals in high-capacity fiber networks, ensuring signal integrity over long transmission distances.
This module plays a critical role in DWDM and long-haul optical infrastructure, where signal degradation must be corrected through regeneration stages. It is typically deployed in carrier-grade telecom backbone networks and is now mainly used as a replacement or spare part for maintaining legacy Nortel optical systems.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Nortel
- Part Number: NTCA04VP
- Product Type: Optical Regenerator / Receiver Circuit Pack
- Function: Optical signal reception and regeneration
- Platform: Nortel Optera LH (Long Haul)
- Application: DWDM / long-haul optical networks
- Form Factor: Plug-in telecom circuit pack
Technical Specifications
- Board Type: Optical regenerator/receiver module
- Data Rate: 10 Gbps (OC-192 / STM-64 class typical)
- Function: Signal reception, reshaping, and regeneration
- Optical Interface: Fiber optic ports (system-dependent, typically LC)
- Deployment: Long-haul optical transport systems
- Installation: Slot-based telecom chassis (Optera platform)
- Integration: Works within Nortel Optera LH architecture
- Signal Processing: 3R regeneration (Re-amplify, Re-shape, Re-time) typical
- Reliability: Carrier-grade, designed for continuous 24/7 operation
- Serviceability: Field-replaceable unit (FRU)
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