Is YOUR telecom network in Sync?

Experiencing frequent call drops, jittery video calls, or fluctuating data speeds? Poor synchronization could be the root cause. In mobile networks, bad synchronization often leads to dropped calls during handovers, while in data networks, it results in packet loss and jitter that disrupt voice and video services. Transmission errors caused by phase and frequency mismatches also lead to degraded performance, inconsistent speeds, and a frustrating user experience.

At the heart of a well-synchronized network is the Primary Reference Clock (PRC), providing the most accurate timing from atomic sources like GPS or Cesium clocks. This critical time source feeds into the Synchronization Supply Unit (SSU), which distributes timing signals throughout the network via a hierarchical structure to end nodes, such as base stations and routers. When the main synchronization source is lost, nodes enter "holdover" mode, but the timing is less accurate and sustainable for only a limited duration.

To prevent failures, synchronization signals are distributed through multiple pathways—star, daisy chain, or hybrid topologies. This ensures reliability and accommodates different qualities of synchronization, as defined by ITU standards, depending on your network's needs.

Maintaining frequency and phase synchronization becomes particularly challenging during network upgrades and expansions. Is your network struggling with performance or synchronization issues? Contact us for a complimentary synchronization network discovery consultation. We’ll assess your current setup and guide you towards an optimized, high-performing, synchronized network.