Patton Model 1050: Making a Bid for the "Hot Picks" List

When we compared the specifications of the new Patton Model 1050 AC-powered short range modem to those of two competitors' "hot picks", we noticed a couple of things: First, there seems to be a remarkable amount of "harmony" among our competitors about what makes a really popular short haul. Second, it is possible to get a jazzier short haul for the same money!

On the following page you will see a point-by-point comparison of the Patton Model 1050 with the Datacom Technologies Model 300 and the Black Box SHM-B. After examining the similarities between the two competitive units, look at the similarly priced Model 1050. The Model 1050 is capable of twice the data rate, and the same or better distance. And the Model 1050 has smarter packaging: a sturdy metal box (versus plastic on the competition), plus both stand-alone and rack units that are much more compact. So if it seems like there's been one tune at the top of the charts for too long, check out our chart on Page 2. The Model 1050's headed to the top... with a bullet!

Operation	Async.	Async.	Async.
Max Speed	38,400	19,200	19,200
Distance	1.5 miles (2.5 km)	1.0 miles (1.6km)	1.0 miles (1.6 km) at 19.2 (24 AWG)
Distance	1.0 miles (1.6 km)	N/A	N/A at 38.4 (24 AWG)
DCE/DTE Switch	Yes	Yes	Yes
LED Indicators	TD, RD, Test	TD, RD	TD, RD
Diagnostics	Local Loopback	Local Loopback	Local Loopback
Line Isolation	Optical Couplers	Optical Couplers	Optical Couplers
Line Protection	SADs	Diode Bridge	Diode Bridge
Package Options	Standalone and Rack	Standalone and Rack	Standalone and Rack
Enclosure	Metal	Plastic	Plastic
Size (Standalone)	1.5" x 4.1" x 3.5"D	1.5"H x 4.3"W x 4.5"D	1.5"H x 4.3"W x 4.5"D
Rack Height	3.5"	5.1"	5.1"
Units Per Rack	16	16	16