UTStarcom to accelerate Jinan, Shandong Province’s network transformation and integration

SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 -- UTStarcom Inc. has been named Jinan Radio & TV Network Center's exclusive broadband systems provider for its Equipment Purchase Project, which will use EPON technology to deploy wireless network services in residential apartments and office buildings.

Transforming the one-way transmission into the interactive two-way transmission is the key to realizing the integration of telecommunications networks, cable TV networks, and the Internet, says a company representative. After deployment of the UTStarcom solution, the Jinan Radio & TV Network Center will be capable of providing: carrier-class broadband and multimedia service, including video-on-demand (VOD) and data broadcasting services within its cable TV network, to business and residential customers.

The two-way network transformation project will deploy optical access lines in two ways: EPON + LAN and EPON + EOC. The products it will use mainly include the OLT BBS1000+box, the machine frame style BBS4000, and ONU204i-h. The BBS1000 + is integrated EPON equipment with built-in L2/L3 switching functionality, supporting up to 8 PON links. Through FTTH / FTTB / FTTC optic networks, the BBS1000 + provides transmission with bandwidth up to 1Gbps for business and residential customers. The BBS4000 is carrier-class machine frame style EPON equipment; it supports up to 44 OLT EPON interfaces, serving a maximum of 2,816 GEPON subscribers via a 9U chassis (splitting ratio of 1:64 pm).

"We are committed to the integration of telecommunications networks, cable TV network, and the Internet," says Jack Lu, chief executive officer of UTStarcom. "Many radio and TV networks have started integrating their networks, and we anticipate cooperating with them in a variety of ways. UTStarcom will be more focused on providing services and solutions. The Jinan Radio & TV Network Transformation Project is a significant part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation with broadcasting entities."