User manual

NMS-4000
Network Management System
P/N 2349-72712-01 Page 1-1
1. OVERVIEW
1.1. Introduction
The CODICO
®
NMS-4000 Network Management System is a powerful, easy-to-use,
broadcast head-end network management system. It provides a comprehensive
management system for various CODICO
®
devices, as well as 3’rd party products for
seamlessly integrated monitoring and control of digital video broadcasting (DVB) systems.
The NMS-4000 is based on a distributed architecture, where one or multiple systems can be
managed. A user-friendly graphical interface lets the operator drill down from high-level
network view all the way down to the individual device. The operator can choose to manage
the system(s) either locally or from a remote location. Each system can be configured as
single or multi-carrier contribution systems or distribution systems for one or several
information sources.
The NMS-4000 makes network operation fast and efficient, eliminating the need for separate,
physical configuration of each network device. For example, the NMS-4000 allows a network
operator to route different video, audio, and data input sources to the router unit providing
service provisioning and fault identification, with a few mouse clicks.
The NMS-4000 can also send software updates and can reconfigure distant located devices
(IRDs, Encoders, Multiplexers, etc…) without interrupting service at the end-user location.
The NMS-4000 provides comprehensive redundancy in the broadcast system. Redundant
devices are used as a failsafe in case of primary device failure. Hot backup is automatically
implemented by the NMS-4000 without operator intervention to manage settings for the
Multiplexer, Encoders, and Modulators.
The main features of the NMS are:
• Network, site and equipment level management, configuration and software update
• Full and flexible access authorization management, configuration and software update at
all levels
• User friendly graphical user interface for effective and easy interface to the network on all
levels
• SNMP support
• Automatic and manual redundancy
• Inbound Control
• System events and alarms
• Statistical multiplexing
• Overflow protection