TNCS Basics

Transmission Network Control Systems (TNCS) is a comprehensive element management system that provides centralized end-to-end monitoring and control of broadband transmission networks. TNCS is a mixture of software and hardware components that is used to monitor and control the health of Headend, Transmission, and Distribution segments of the network. Minimizing downtime and increasing the broadband network reliability are the primary objectives of TNCS.

Thousands of individual pieces of equipment are required to transmit information over a broadband network. From a centralized headend to hub sites and ultimately to the end user, all of the devices in the network must work in together to deliver an uninterrupted connection. TNCS reveals this entire network using easy to understand, topology-driven graphic displays. Signal processing and transmission equipment located in headends and hubs, as well as the optical nodes, power supplies, and amplifiers in the outside plant are all monitored and controlled with TNCS.

The beauty of TNCS is that it is SIMPLE TO USE. Operators are easily trained within a couple of hours. The software handles all of the complicated communications between equipment and creates efficient, easy-to-use graphic displays that identify problems and assist in trouble-shooting.

TNCS gives you a tool to monitor and manage the health of your network. If you want to increase your system availability, improve the reliability of your network, lower your maintenance cost, and improve your customer satisfaction, you need to look at TNCS.