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Method and system for identification of channels in an optical network

US7142783B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 3, 2003
Grant dateNov 28, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 1, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04J14/0298
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for identification of a channel in an optical network is provided. The channel is identified by the use of unique combinations of two or more low frequencies, or tones, modulated onto the channel and optionally, a network parameter associated with the channel.

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