FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home):

FTTH Introduction:
FTTH stands for Fiber to the Home or Fiber to the Premises may be offices. It is an idea of bringing high speed networking i.e. high speed internet, digital television and telephone service to residences using fiber optic cables. It is a broadband telecommunications system which is based on fiber optic cables and associated optical electronics for delivery of multiple advanced services to homes and businesses. This will provided optical fiber system to the homes by developments by partnering with developers or constructors. The different ways of connecting to internet such as cable modem IPTV. The fiber network delivers true high speed broadband services. The network will deliver 100Mbps (megabits per second) and will deliver higher speeds upto 1Gbps ( gigabit per second) in the near future. This is around 10 to 200 times faster than DSL broadband services. The backbone network speed for FTTH presently is 1Gbps or 2.5Gbps & in coming future to 10Gbps. Fiber to the Home is relatively new and fast growing method of providing very higher bandwidth to consumers and also for businesses, and thereby enabling more robust any kind of services. But the FTTH systems can also cost considerably more than DSL or existing cable services as they will be requiring the installation of an entirely new set of connections for home users.

Below Table Shows Some Potential Future Residential Applications and their Minimum Bandwidth Requirements.
Application High Definition Video Standard IP Video Web Surfing Sessions Internet Appliances Internet Gaming Sessions Video Conferencing Sessions IPTV 3D television Total Sessions 2 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 Bandwidth Per Session 10 5 10 2 4 2 2 20 Total Bandwidth (Mbps) 20 5 20 2 4 2 4 20

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Fibre To The Home (FTTH) refers to a broadband telecommunication system based on fibre optic cables and associated optical electronics for delivery of multiple advanced services such as telephone, broadband internet and television to homes and businesses. This new communication medium will be provided by optical fibre systems to residential communities and commercial developments by partnering with multiple service providers. Technology used primarily for Next Generation Network / FTTH:

GPON:

The progress in the technology, the need for larger bandwidths and the complexity of ATM forced the FSAN group to look for better technology. Gigabit Passive Optical Network(GPON) standardization work was initiated by FSAN in the year 2001 for designing networks over 1Gbps. GPON architecture offers converged data and voice services at upto 2.5 Gbps. GPON enables transport of multiple services in their native format, specifically TDM and data. In order to enable easy transition from BPON to GPON, many functions of BPON are reused for GPON. In January 2003, the GPON standards were ratified by ITU-T and are known as ITU-T Recommendations G.984.1, G.984.2 and G.984.3. The GPONs uses Generic Framing Procedure (GFP) protocol to provide support for both voice and data oriented services. A big advantage of GPON over other schemes is that interfaces to all the main services are provided and in GFP enabled networks packets belonging to different protocols can be transmitted in their native formats. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

EPON:

Ethernet equipment vendors formed Ethernet in the First Mile Alliance (EFMA) to work on a architecture for FTTH as Ethernet is a dominant protocol in Local Area Network. EPON based FTTH was adopted by IEEE standard IEEE802.3ah in September 2004. Adopting Ethernet technology in the access network would make uniform protocol at the customer end simplifying the network management. Single protocol in Local Area Network, Access Network and Backbone network enables easy rollout of FTTH. EPON standards networking community renamed the term last mile to first mile to symbolize its importance and significance access part of the network. EFM introduced the concept of Ethernet Passive Optical Networks (EPON's), in which a point to multipoint (P2MP) network topology is implemented with passive optical splitters. EPON, is largely vendor-driven standard and it is fundamentally similar to ATM-PON but transports Ethernet frames/packets instead of ATM cells. It specified minimum standardization and product differentiation, also it has decided not to standardize the Bandwidth allocation algorithm (DBA), TDM and ATM support, Security, Authentication, WDM Overlay Plan, support for Analog Video Protection, Diagnostics, Monitoring,, Compliance with existing OSS leaving these to the vendors to choose the best.

Why is FTTH better than other available technologies?

To make your home intelligent and future ready, it is essential to ensure fast internet speed reaches every corner of your house. This is essential no matter what the purpose is, be it home automation, video conferencing, live streaming, distance learning, etc. And when FTTH becomes available throughout the community, it makes your entire living experience intelligent. Astonishingly fast internet access coupled with delivery of high definition IPTV and voice over IP services are some of the tantalising benefits of the FTTH technology over DSL, data card and broadband connections.

World Wide FTTH Deployments:

Japan
Japan has the largest and the most successful fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments in the world till date. The Japanese Ministry of Public Management estimates that by March 2006 there will be 7.73 million households connected to the Internet by means of the optical fiber in Japan. While the Japanese carriers have initially adopted ATM based BPON architecture and the growing demand for higher bandwidth has forced them to look for alternative option. Now Japanese carriers have started embracing EPON solution also called as GE-PON. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------USA In US, majority of the carriers are launching FTTH services with BPON architecture. With the development and availability of GPON, many of the carriers have planned for migration to GPON architecture. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Korea In Korea, 74% of the population already has a broadband connection to the Internet and main telecommunications companies are investing heavily in the optical infrastructure in order to maintain their competitive edge. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Europe In Europe broadband access is getting more and more attention. The eEurope 2005 program was launched by the European Council in 2002. Its agenda is primarily concerned with promoting broadband Internet in the member countries. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

China
In recent years China has been catching up with the leaders. Chinese telecommunication carriers are still at the stage of testing and promoting FTTH without actual commercial applications. Throughout the promotion stage, FTTx, as just one of several broadband access technologies, has faced fierce competition from xDSL. In 2004, a more complete FTTH demonstration project was undertaken in order to verify FTTH technology and product maturity, and serve as the foundation for future FTTH applications. In particular, the Optics Valley of China in Wuhan city is a nearly complete demonstration of an FTTH testing point. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------India Ministry of Communications & Information technology has recognized the need to increase the broadband penetration in the country. Broadband policy-2004 puts FTTH as the one of the major broadband options. Many carriers have already deployed fiber to the curb. Finalization of FTTH drop cable specifications by TEC is the first step in this direction. Private and public telecom operators are already in the process of conducting trials on broadband on FTTH network.

What can FTTH offer?

As a part of FTTH package your apartments can be equipped with certain facilities and services:

Multiple Voice/ Video/ Data services ONT with Ethernet outlets and all conventional outlets Wi-Fi access points within the premises FTTH enclosure within your unit NOC with fibre aggregation points with active switching Fiber for FTTH Video door phone Video IP phone IP enables surveillance cameras Servers and active infrastructure IBS Signals Intercom

What can be offered in FTTH Package?

Multiple HD-DTH services:

The benefit of using the FTTH network from your HD-DTH needs is the ability to switch service providers through the one point contact and change labelling or add and remove any HD-DTH dish.

Multiple Voice / Video Services:

Multiple telephone services from multiple service providers. Multiple video services from multiple service providers.

Multiple High Speed Internet Services:

High speed internet browsing on your tablet or laptop / desktop PCs Video call within the community Option for video call outside the community through internet or 3G for the tablet user High speed broadband internet LAN gaming

Internet Access through Wi-Fi:

The residents can stay connected 24x7 through Wi-Fi connectivity within the premises, through a centrally managed Wi-Fi network running on FTTH. It can be made available for all Wi-Fi enabled devices including mobile handsets, tablets, laptops & PDAs & can communicate through Wi-Fi Access Points which can installed in each floors & common areas.

Multiple Voice / Video Services:

Multiple telephone/ video can be provisioned on the FTTH network. Real-time audio-visual communication between or among people staying within the community. Additionally, provision for video conferencing within and outside the community. High speed video conferencing capabilities from Business centres within the Clubhouse, enabling you to work from home. Video IP intercom on your IP phone. IP video door entry. Remote surveillance will ensure that you can monitor your security cameras even if you are not at home or you can monitor your access to video surveillance at public areas. Intercom facility for all apartments within the premises.

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IBS(In Building Solution):

Multiple mobile signals can be supported on the FTTH network.

Classifieds:
Monitor the common area through any IP devices IP based complex security surveillance system with cameras at strategic locations Wi-Fi access points at various places that are centrally managed Interface for home automation VOIP calling facility (low cost International calls)

FTTH Streamlines Services:

Traditional methods have following issues : A data/voice security threat High rate of failure of services Roads / pavement opening a routine Misuse of storm water drainage by operators for easy and cost effective roll outs Cable cutting wars between operators Clutter of wires and switchboards. Wires not properly cut or maintained can cause fire.

The image showcases the problems faced with traditional wiring services:

1. High current power cable - its a security threat for people working around as short circuit can cause fire 2. Telephone junction box - An open junction box where outsiders can tap information 3. Data by ISP/offices. This can be a security threat 4. Clustered cabling which leads to maintenance problem 5. Rodents and snakes and other anti- social elements make their way

Benefits of FTTH:

You will receive the following benefits within your unit:

Structured cabling system Easy to manage wiring system Moving services from one room to other quickly and without breaking and wiring No multiple cables entering into the flat The Interiors / Painting are not disturbed Switch from one service provider to another without changing any equipment Dealing with one centre for all your service provider co-ordinations