Remoter Access Device - Fast RAD

The Fast RAD offers improvements in data transmission rates and security and replaces the enhanced RAD. The Fast RAD is an integral part of local and remote administration and maintenance capabilities of Norstar. It is located on the customer premises and is the physical interface hardware connection. Remote administration and programming PC applications such as Norstar Remote Utilities, the Companion Diagnostic System (CDS), and Companion Manager, communicate with the ICS using the Fast RAD. It uses its built-in modem to provide a communications interface between the target Norstar system and the PC. It can also provide access to the proprietary Norstar D-channel information for the translation and processing of Norstar administration commands, and automatic detection and reporting of ICS alarms. Customers using the Fast RAD with NRU will realize the following benefits:

• Reduced operational costs due to faster transmission speeds
• Enhanced security with user defined passwords and access lockout
• Improved customer satisfaction due to faster response times
• Distributor image as a responsive service provider making use of leading edge technology

The Fast RAD is more compact than the existing RAD and is powered through an external power supply. It may be mounted horizontally with the connectors facing vertically with the connectors facing to the right. The refurbished Fast RAD is connected to the operations center through the Norstard ICS and the public switched telephone network. Remote communications are provided through a secure data link at speeds up to 14,400 bps. Full duplex communications are provided by an internal modem that supports the V.32/V.32bis protocols. These protocols support modem rates of 14.4k, 9600, and 4800 bps. Since there are no external CO line interfaces built into the Fast RAD, the only remote connection can be made through an ICS line. The refurbished Fast RAD also provides access from a local terminal. The local terminal connects to the FastRAD through an RS-232 port running at 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19,200 baud. The Telephones, Accessories, and Peripherals design and operation of the Fast RAD assumes that only one Fast RAD will be connected to the ICS. An optional software key code can be purchased to enable the Internal RAD (IRAD) of the Compact ICS.