Persistence Modes
Support for DGN persistence mode (relational database) or Oracle Spatial persistence modes are standard. The DGN persistence mode stores and maintains all the graphical information in DGN files and non-graphical information in an Oracle database while the spatial persistence mode saves the graphical and non-graphical information in the Standard Edition Oracle database.
Oracle Spatial Transaction Mode
Oracle Workspace Manager is utilized for both short and long transaction spatial persistence.
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In short transaction mode, work is executed in a temporary version without altering the live database. When the design session has ended, the modifications can be posted back to the live database or they can be discarded.
In long transaction mode, Bentley Expert Designer for Communications is utilized to manage long transaction, pessimistic workflows. Defined workflows are delivered with the application and can be modified by the end user. Administrative capabilities can be defined for the supervisors of a project so that work requests can be assigned and reassigned with ease. Bentley Expert Designer for Communications also handles disconnected contractor workflows for spatial persistence.
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Rewritten, enhanced, Bentley Fiber GUI for ease of documentation and as-built of legacy networks
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Enhanced support for WDM technologies and fiber splitting scenarios
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Enhanced support for HFC node segmentation
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Enhanced support for FTTx architecture and operations
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More granular documentation of the internal components of fiber splice enclosures for more complete reporting (trays, slots, holders, fiber entry ports, splitter/MUX devices, losses per splice)
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Custom attribute capabilities added to all graphical Comms features |
Bentley Map
Bentley Map functionality is now included such as: spatial analysis, map generation, print preparation, multiple map projection support, coordinate conversion, and interoperability with different data and drawing sources. A development framework utilizing the Geospatial Administrator is also included.
Concurrent Usage
All Bentley communications products (Bentley Copper, Bentley Fiber, Bentley Coax, and Bentley Inside Plant) can work together within the same user environment or working session. This is true for both Oracle Spatial/Locator and DGN persistence modes.
MSLink Ranges
MSLink block ranges for files are no longer used. A block range per project, however, is still required.
Features
Feature layer names are now used (as opposed to numbered levels).
Annotations
Bentley Communications annotation features are now intelligent and utilize the MicroStation text style capability to increase the functionality.
Mapping Tool
The existing mapping tool has been completely remodeled to use the XFM placement method. The mapping functionalities are now easily customizable with the Geospatial Administrator application provided with Bentley Map.
Custom Attributes
A revised custom attribute scheme has been added to the product to facilitate adding user-defined properties to features.
Schema Customization
With Bentley Map’s Geospatial Administrator, users can also add their own features with properties to the schema and these user-defined features live seamlessly alongside Bentley Communications' features.
Single Sign-On
Bentley Communications products now offer the single sign-on option to connect to Oracle using Microsoft user authentication and authorization.
Import/Export Application
A revised Import/Export application has been included in the product to import and export DGN XFM files to external users. This feature is only available with DGN persistence mode.
External Document Attachment
External documents (.JPG, .PDF, .TXT, .DOC, etc.) can now be attached to most features.
Non-graphical Jumper Connectivity
New, non-graphical, jumper placement capability used to connect enclosures that occupy the same pole or underground facility.
Bentley Geo Web Publisher for Communications Enhancement
New HTML fields added to the buffer and fiber specification for handling user-defined color in Bentley Geo Web Publisher for Communications.