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Chapter 5

Interpreting Test Results

Saving results

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SmartClass VDSL Tester User’s Guide

Summary of Contents for SmartClass VDSL

Page 1: ...SmartClass VDSL Tester Conexant Accelity chipset User s Guide...

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Page 3: ...SmartClass VDSL Tester Conexant Accelity chipset User s Guide...

Page 4: ...e the property of their respective companies Ordering information This guide is a product of JDSU s Technical Information Development Depart ment issued as part of the SmartClass The catalog number fo...

Page 5: ...batteries purchased from JDSU after 2005 08 13 can be returned for disposal at the end of its useful life JDSU will ensure that all waste equipment and batteries returned are reused recycled or dispo...

Page 6: ...iv SmartClass VDSL Tester User s Guide...

Page 7: ...al preparation 2 Changing the AC line plug fitting 3 Chapter 2 Quick Tour 5 Exploring the front panel 6 Status LEDs 6 LCD 6 Cancel key 6 OK key 6 Arrow keys 6 Keypad 7 Backlight key 7 Power key 7 Expl...

Page 8: ...vity 16 Running a VDSL quick test 17 SELT Termination 17 Chapter 5 Interpreting Test Results 19 About VDSL results 20 LEDs 20 VDSL Summary results 20 Saving results 21 Chapter 6 Maintaining the Batter...

Page 9: ...out this Guide This chapter describes how to use this guide Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Purpose and scope on page viii Assumptions on page viii Safety and compliance informa...

Page 10: ...c computer experience and are familiar with basic telecommuni cation concepts terminology and safety Safety and compliance information Safety and compliance information are contained in a separate gui...

Page 11: ...imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious inj...

Page 12: ...About this Guide Conventions x SmartClass VDSL Tester User s Guide...

Page 13: ...er 1 Getting Started This chapter provides a general description of the SmartClass VDSL Services Tester Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Ship list on page 2 Features and capabili...

Page 14: ...rmation is provided separately in printed format When unpacking the unit verify that each of the standard items and any optional items you ordered are included in the package Features and capabilities...

Page 15: ...ug fittings To change the AC line plug fitting 1 If an AC line plug fitting is already installed do the following 2 Press and hold the button just below the fitting 3 Slide the fitting out of the slot...

Page 16: ...Chapter 1 Getting Started Preparation for use 4 SmartClass VDSL Tester User s Guide...

Page 17: ...keypad LEDs connectors and graphical user interface Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Exploring the front panel on page 6 Exploring the connector panel on page 7 Exploring the bo...

Page 18: ...status of the unit The function of each LED is described in LEDs on page 20 LCD The LCD is a 240 x 160 pixel transflective black and white display with contrast control and backlight Cancel key Use th...

Page 19: ...tor panel is used to connect the VDSL Services Tester to the line under test Figure 2 shows the connector panel Use the 6 pin modular DSL jack when connecting to VDSL circuits If you are testing in th...

Page 20: ...d you can view test results set up the unit and configure test parameters This section describes the user interface and explains how to navigate through the menus and screens When you power up the Sma...

Page 21: ...eens provide you selections to either choose from a list of options or enter data using the keypad as in example above Result screens Figure 7 illustrates a Result screen These screens display error l...

Page 22: ...w keys to scroll to and highlight the setting you want to specify 2 Press OK 3 Use the keypad to type the numeric value 4 If you want to move to the next field either wait one second for the cursor to...

Page 23: ...basic settings of the instrument Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Viewing software versions on page 12 Setting the date and time on page 12 Adjusting the contrast on page 13 Spec...

Page 24: ...appears Setting the date and time The VDSL Services Tester has an internal clock that you can set to provide accurate time stamps for test results The clock uses a 24 hour format The following proced...

Page 25: ...RAST 3 Change the contrast level using the up or down arrow key 4 Press the OK key The contrast is set Specifying the auto power down setting This menu allows you to select whether to automatically po...

Page 26: ...ied language Restoring factory defaults The following procedure describes how to reset the VDSL Services Tester to factory default settings To reset to factory defaults 1 Select SYSTEM SETUP from the...

Page 27: ...ovides task based instructions for gathering VDSL statistics and verifying connectivity Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Specifying modem settings on page 16 Verifying connectivi...

Page 28: ...e power down c Press the OK key 4 Specify the Capacity equation a Select CAPACITY EQ This specifies the method used to calculate the Capacity result b Use the left or right arrow keys to choose whethe...

Page 29: ...t Results SELT Termination Single End Loop Test SELT is used test a copper loop when there is no equipment installed at the far end It is typically used for pre qualification that is testing whether a...

Page 30: ...Chapter 4 VDSL Testing SELT Termination 18 SmartClass VDSL Tester User s Guide...

Page 31: ...19 Chapter 5 Interpreting Test Results This chapter describes the test results that are gathered when running a test Topics in this chapter include the following LEDs on page 20 VDSL Summary results...

Page 32: ...dicates that the modems are training Solid green indicates that the modems are synchronized Frame Not used Error Reports error and alarm conditions Solid red indicates LOS Loss of Signal CRC Cyclical...

Page 33: ...ity DN RATE CAPACITY The percentage of total bandwidth currently used by the actual down stream connect rate 0 100 UP INTERLEAVED DELAY Upstream interleaved delay speci fied in ms N A DN INTERLEAVED D...

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Page 35: ...ining the Batteries This chapter describes how to maintain the VDSL Services Tester s batteries Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Prolonging battery life on page 24 Recharging the...

Page 36: ...ce the batteries Recharging the battery When the Batt LED lights red the battery should be charged or replaced To charge the battery 1 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the connector on the bottom...

Page 37: ...the power off 2 Remove the battery compartment door by pressing down and pushing toward the bottom end 3 Replace the battery pack 4 Replace the battery compartment door Replacing the batteries is com...

Page 38: ...Chapter 6 Maintaining the Batteries Replacing the battery pack 26 SmartClass VDSL Tester User s Guide...

Page 39: ...This chapter describes how to identify and correct problems related to the SmartClass VDSL Services Tester Topics discussed in this chapter include the following Getting Technical Assistance on page...

Page 40: ...ne Technical Assis tance request form at www jdsu com Additional information For additional information visit the SmartClass VDSL section of the following web page http www jdsu com test_and_measureme...

Page 41: ...can have many causes Perform the following steps to trouble shoot Disconnect the customer s VDSL modem Verify you are connected to the correct pair Isolate the premise wiring Check for a premise alar...

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Page 43: ...s This appendix contains specifications for the VDSL Services Tester Topics discussed in this appendix include the following Connector specifications on page 32 Environmental specifications on page 32...

Page 44: ...onnector specifications Connector Specification DSL 6 pin modular RJ 11 Ethernet 8 pin modular RJ 45 USB USB 2 0 Table 7 Environmental specifications Parameter Specification Operating Temperature 5 to...

Page 45: ...Warranty Period whichever is longer Risk of loss or damage to Product returned to JDSU for repair or replacement shall be borne by customer until delivery to JDSU Upon delivery of such product JDSU s...

Page 46: ...istributed in the hope that it will be useful but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY without even the IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE See the GNU General Public License for m...

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