The Huawei EchoLife EG8145V5 is a routing-type ONT in the Huawei all-optical access solution. It uses the GPON technology to implement ultra-broadband access for users. The high forwarding performance ensures the user experience of voice and data services, and provides customers with an ideal all-optical access solution and future-oriented service support capability.
Specification of EG8145V5
Dimensions (H x W x D) (without external antenna and pads)
• Class B+ • Receiver sensitivity: -27dBm • Overload optical power: -8 dBm • Wavelengths: US 1310 nm, DS 1490 nm • Wavelength blocking filter (WBF) of G.984.5 • Flexible mapping between GEM Port and TCONT • GPON: consistent with the SN or password authentication defined in G.984.3 • Bi-directional FEC • SR-DBA and NSR-DBA • Type B (single-homing&dual-homing)
POTS port
• Maximum ringer equivalence number (REN): 4 • G.711A/μ, G.729a/b and G.722 encoding/decoding • T.30/T.38/G.711 fax mode • DTMF • Emergency calls (with the SIP protocol)
Ethernet port
• Ethernet port-based VLAN tags and tag removal • 1:1 VLAN, N:1 VLAN, or VLAN transparent transmission • QinQ VLAN • Limit on the number of learned MAC addresses • MAC address learning • Auto-adaptive 10 Mbit/s, 100 Mbit/s or 1000 Mbit/s
ONU, also known as an Optical Line Terminal, is one of the essential devices required for internet connectivity. Its function is to convert optical signals from optical fibers into digital signals. This conversion is necessary because devices such as PCs and smartphones cannot directly process optical signals. Conversely, digital signals sent from devices like PCs and smartphones need to be converted by the ONU into optical signals before being transmitted to the internet. Typically, the ONU is leased from a contracted line operator.
How does an ONU work?
On the network side, the ONU receives data from the Optical Line Terminal (OLT) via a Passive Optical Network (PON) and delivers it to end-user devices. On the user side, it converts optical signals into electrical signals and vice versa, enabling bidirectional communication. It also performs signal processing, maintenance, and management functions to ensure a reliable and stable connection.
Features of ONU
To better understand its functions, here are the key features of an ONU:
Triple Play Services: Supports data, IPTV, and VoIP services, catering to the needs of both residential and commercial users.
Bidirectional Data Transmission: Receives broadcast data from the OLT while sending back user-generated data through assigned transmission windows.
Ethernet Data Buffering: Temporarily stores Ethernet data before transmitting it to the OLT, optimizing data flow.
Remote Management via OAM: Enables remote Operation, Administration, and Maintenance (OAM), allowing service providers to monitor and configure ONUs efficiently.
Security and Quality of Service (QoS): Many ONUs offer enhanced security features and Quality of Service (QoS) support, ensuring reliable performance for different applications.
Applications of ONU
RF/CATV Port: Used for connecting to cable television.
Power Interface: Provides power connectivity.
USB Port: Typically a USB 2.0 interface.
LAN Port: Supports FE (10/100BASE-T) or GE (10/100/1000BASE-T) options.
Telephone Port: Also known as POT, VoIP, Voice, or FXS port.
Optical Port: Connects to the Optical Distribution Network (ODN).