Python Scripting for T1 E1 and Datacom Testing

Welcome to the latest issue of GL's Newsletter providing insight into our T1 E1 and Serial Data Analysis and Emulation hardware, tProbe™ with Python Client scripting for Windows and Linux Operating Systems.

tprobe with Python client

Overview

GL’s tProbe™ T1 E1 Datacom analyzer is a versatile test and measurement platform capable of generating and receiving, as well as monitoring, traffic on legacy networks. Test traffic can include bit error rate testing, tones, digits and audio files. Telecom protocols such as SS7, CAS and ISDN can be emulated. The tProbe™ is portable and connects to a host Windows® PC via a USB connection. The corresponding tProbe™ software includes an easy-to-use Graphical User Interface to configure tests, start and stop tests, view data and export reports.

The tProbe™ Datacom Analyzer is designed for the service installation, verification, and maintenance of Datacom equipment. It provides a software selectable interface to emulate Data Terminal Equipment, Data Communications Equipment and monitor the Datacom lines for both synchronous (sync), and asynchronous (async) modes of operation.

GL’s Windows Client/Server (WCS) software allows the user to perform remote operation, automation, and multi-site connectivity with the T1 E1/Datacom Analyzer. Using WCS server the T1 E1/Datacom Analyzers are easily controlled through software clients at remote or local sites via TCP/IP sockets.

GL's Windows Client Python Module (WCPM) provides a client interface to the T1 E1 WCS. It allows a python program to connect to one or more GL WCS Servers and execute server commands, asynchronous tasks and receive replies from the WCS server. WCPM enables connection to multiple WCS servers allowing the python program to control T1 E1/Datacom equipment at multiple computers and geographical locations via TCP/IP. This allows the user the ability to automate tasks via scripts, perform repetitive testing for pre-determined time intervals, export and save data in any desired way. GL also provides sample Python scripts to help users get started.

Client Server python module

Key Features


  • Python scripting support on both Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Framed and unframed transmission/reception of T1 E1 signals
  • Intrusive/Non-Intrusive T1 E1 Testing
  • Performance monitoring and testing of multiple site locations from a single client
  • Shared use of T1 E1 test equipment from multiple client locations
  • Automated factory testing on production lines
  • Integration of T1 E1 testing into more complex testing systems

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