The ASTi Telestra 3 sound and communications modeling and processing platform is now a support-only item. ASTi will continue to support the existing Telestra 3 MBV programs out in the field. All Telestra 3 MBV functionality is now incorporated into the Telestra 4 product suite.

ASTi's Telestra product line consists of a network scalable, high performance, Linux-based hardware platform, USB-based digital audio and I/O distribution equipment, and ASTi's powerful and comprehensive Model Builder Visual communications and audio development/runtime environment.

In addition, Telestra supports a variety of additional software services and packages to meet even the highest of communications simulation requirements including:

• HLA Communications
• High-fidelity HF Radio Environment
• Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) for HF Radios
• Satellite Communications
• Terrain Interface and Database
• Link-16 Tactical Data Link
• Remote Management System (RMS)
• Network Time Protocol (NTP)
• Model Documentation Tool
• Multicast Router

ASTi selected the Linux operating system as the development framework for Telestra based on its proven track record of performance and stability. Unlike other, closed-source operating systems, ASTi's simulation-focused Linux ensures backward compatibility, provides a seamless upgrade path, and offers the freedom of a nonrestrictive end-user agreement. Combined with ASTi's commitment to engineering excellence, the result is sophisticated performance and reliability at a reasonable cost... the hallmark of ASTi's systems since 1989.

See the links in the right-hand sidebar for more information on Telestra hardware and software.