[Via Satellite 04-15-2016] DEV Systemtechnik, a Quintech company, announces that its Archimedes L-band Matrix Switch now comes with an Integrated Spectrum Analyzer (ISA) option, which offers cable head-end operations managers expanded features and benefits. The Archimedes L-band Matrix Switch with ISA gives operators the ability to flexibly analyze their RF and satellite signals via a graphical user interface over Ethernet, or the Archimedes’ Multi-Touch Display. This new option for the Archimedes Distributing Matrix can be integrated to meet customer requirements.

RF signals at both the output of the Archimedes Matrix, and from separate equipment can be analyzed without the need for additional rack space or measurement equipment. Signal analysis and optimization operations can be performed with an “always-available” built-in spectrum analyzer device, according to Oliver Herzberger, strategic technology manager at DEV Systemtechnik.