Guides for network operators

Practical answers for choosing, running and improving monitoring and control systems. No forms to fill in.

How to choose network monitoring and control software

A practical checklist for evaluating multi-vendor network monitoring and control systems: device coverage, scale, redundancy, automation, licensing and proof.

For NOC managers, broadcast and network engineers, and the people who buy for them.

SMPTE ST 2110 monitoring: what to watch during an IP migration

What to monitor in an ST 2110 facility: PTP timing, red and blue networks, stream health, NMOS registration and hybrid SDI during the move to IP.

For broadcast engineers and technical managers moving facilities to IP.

Teleport monitoring and control: what an M&C system should do

What a satellite teleport monitoring and control system should cover: antennas, RF chains, signal quality, redundancy switching and multi-site operation.

For teleport operators and ground segment engineers.

Remote site monitoring for public safety radio networks

What to monitor at public safety radio and repeater sites: radios, generators, UPS, tower lighting, microwave links and site access, and how to get alarms to the right person.

For radio system managers and technicians at public safety agencies and their contractors.

Glossary of monitoring and control terms

Plain definitions of the terms used in broadcast, satellite and network operations, from BER to ST 2110.