AND FiberCo

Comprehensive software solution for planning and documenting all (!) types of access network architectures

“Fiber” stands for fiber optics, of course. And “Co” stands for coax. But that’s not all: copper (i.e., copper with Ethernet and Co.) is also taken into account. With AND FiberCo, you have the perfect all-round solution for planning and documenting all access network architectures, including HFC, FTTx, RFoG, and not forgetting microducts (outdoor and indoor), in a highly visible, intuitive, and efficient manner.

AND FiberCo is available as part of the AND SystemSolution or as a stand-alone application (client) where data is stored to files.

With its integrated CAD and engineering functions, AND FiberCo is probably the most comprehensive software solution for design, documentation, and operational support on the market. Detailed information about all the components deployed or to be deployed in the network is available including settings, expected status and performance, geo-reference and address.

AND FiberCo offers powerful technical calculations for DOCSIS networks (including DOCSIS 3.1), optical budget calculations are also supported for GPON networks, and impressive route planning (civil works) is included.

AND FiberCo offers complete end-to-end documentation, planning and service support from the central office (CO) / headend to the subscriber. Over the last section, e.g. in-house networks, it supports the various access methods i.e. fiber, copper (Ethernet/DSL), and coax; in-house microducts are of course also supported.

The entire process is fully interactive as the documentation, design and engineering tasks are carried out simultaneously – there is no need for separate tools and modules. As well as ensuring data integrity this also contributes considerably to greater efficiency throughout the workforce.

Worksheets linked to the base network plan allow an intuitive, comprehensible and at the same time calculable hierarchical net work structure. Networks can be drawn directly onto geographical maps using either vector or raster formats. Imported maps, e.g. DXF or DWG, can be georeferenced.

AND FiberCo calculates RF levels for forward and return path as well as distotion products and noise, calculate remote powering, define test points, automatically generate in-house networks and create bills of material.

The client provides a wealth of features for fibre network sections working seamlessly with the coax sections. The network modelling facilities enable the user to calculate optical budgets as well as the detailed presentation of cables, splice boxes, patch fields and optical components. Signal tracing allows the user to analyse through-connected cables and lists the locations, splice boxes and manholes passed.

Network checks ensure designs remain within predefined specifications. Furthermore, comparisons with data from measurement devices from KWS Electronic, for example, means builds can be verified. Various reports can be generated, e.g. detailed splice plans.