INTERCEPTOR™ Optical Network Security System
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The INTERCEPTOR Optical Network Security System is the most advanced device for monitoring an Alarmed Protective Distribution System (APDS). Unlike alarm carrier systems using technology developed for perimeter security applications, which are sensitive to movements caused by acoustic vibrations, INTERCEPTOR technology was developed specifically for the protection of data network infrastructure and designed to detect movement caused by handling of the cables. This patented monitoring technology uses two or more fibers of the data cable being protected to make the entire length of the cable system, from the equipment room to the user-drop, a sensor. INTERCEPTOR has the unique ability to learn the optical characteristics of the cable system and discern between benign events and true causes for concern. These differences result in fail-safe, nuisance-free monitoring of your PDS.
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The INTERCEPTOR™ Optical Network Security System monitors two or more dark (spare, unused) fibers within the cables carrying the secure traffic. Using patented hub and spoke technology, a single INTERCEPTOR can monitor up to four continuous optical circuits in only a single rack space, providing protection for multiple remote buildings or several hundred user-drops inside of a facility (see example below). Optical loopback devices are required at each drop to create the optical circuit. INTERCEPTOR can be used in a variety of applications and network architectures. Click here for a comprehensive Design Guide.
Example of a Point-to-Multipoint Configuration
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The standard INTERCEPTOR comes with the optical connections located on the front panel and a fixed, non-field replaceable power supply. Models are available with the optical connections located on the rear panel and with removable/replaceable power supply units.
