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Summary of Contents for VePAL TX320s

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Page 2: ...ions 3 5 Home Screen 3 6 Quick Access Menu 4 0 Getting Started 4 1 Initial Settings 4 1 1 Change language and user interface style 4 1 2 Change the time zone and current time 4 1 3 Change other settin...

Page 3: ...File Manager Working with Saved Results Profiles Images 6 2 USB Memory Browser 6 3 Manage SD Card 7 0 Tools 7 1 IP Tools 7 2 Net Wiz 7 3 WiFi Wiz 7 4 ARP Wiz 7 5 Advanced Tools 7 5 1 Fiber Tools 7 5 1...

Page 4: ...Card 7 5 5 WiFi inSSIDer 7 5 6 OTDR Viewer 7 5 7 GNSS Operation 7 5 8 GNSS Sky View 7 6 Web Browser 8 0 Certification and Declarations 9 0 About VeEX Go back to TOC TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page...

Page 5: ...or a device that uses software either developed by VeEX Inc or licensed by VeEX Inc from third parties The software is confidential and proprietary of VeEX Inc The software is protected by copyright...

Page 6: ...o top Go back to TOC 1 4 Documentation Conventions Icons used in this manual Marks a helpful tip action or method which can save time and improve usability of the product Provides important informatio...

Page 7: ...e The platform must be turned off and unplugged from VAC mains when removing or inserting test modules For safety and EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility empty module slots must be properly covered with...

Page 8: ...ion battery packs or products containing relatively large Li ion battery packs Electrical Connectors Telephone lines may carry dangerous voltages Always connect the electrical test ports to known tes...

Page 9: ...age up to four independent tests Flexible Software platform allows for the multiple test applications running simultaneously Multiple factory installed all inclusive hardware options including Single...

Page 10: ...unit The LED is off when the unit is powered off The LED is green when the unit is powered on The LED is orange when the unit is connected to the AC Mains and powered off charging Soft LEDs Each tests...

Page 11: ...r use excessive pressure on the touch screen as this may damage its functionality Never use sharp objects such as a pen screwdriver etc as this may damage the surface Clean the surface of the touch sc...

Page 12: ...n Battery Precautions Go back to TOC Battery Power Capacity Total Battery Power 83 7 Watt Hours TX300s Platform test platform 20 Watts AC DC Power Supply When using the AC DC power supply adapter the...

Page 13: ...Configurable as an economical Single Port Group Single Test Universal multi service test module offers OTN SDH SONET PDH DSn Carrier Ethernet MPLS Fibre Channel CPRI OBSAI Synchronization and more Add...

Page 14: ...nd OTDR modules Transport Core Metro SAN Backhaul and Fronthaul applications Supports up to four test port groups with independent and simultaneous measurements Test cards summary provides an overview...

Page 15: ...vice Verification Testing Troubleshooting OTDR Standard 7dBm High power 23 dBm and PON 23 dBm versions OTDR OPM and VFL ports with interchangeable optical bulkhead connectors This factory installed op...

Page 16: ...his multi tasking section provides convenient and immediate access to system features connectivity accessories results etc Those features are always available independently of whether tests are runnin...

Page 17: ...uration menus with access to detailed settings USA Provides simplified application based SONET DSn menu with more automation The Advanced Mode option displays the configuration menu for additional set...

Page 18: ...e the Test Cards icon on the top left corner of the screen to see a summary of all running tests available test resources switch to a different test touch on the status box with the magnifying glass i...

Page 19: ...t App ID Rate Technology Tap this button to release the Test App or change its Test Mode C Test Application Menu Lists all test Functions Applications and Tools available for the selected test mode Se...

Page 20: ...ngs Settings Menu Go back to TOC 5 1 1 About This section provides information about the software version serial number and MAC address of the management port of the unit as well as a list of software...

Page 21: ...activate new features tap on the expired item and enter the Activation Code that you received from VeEX VeEX partner or your manager Press Activate to complete the licensing process Each activation c...

Page 22: ...that have been tested and supplied by VeEX only to ensure compatibility and correct operation Bluetooth Setup Insert the Bluetooth adaptor into the USB port on the side of unit If you are using more t...

Page 23: ...e scanning is complete a list of discovered Bluetooth devices will be listed Please ensure the peripheral device is set to Discoverable during Scanning and Pairing operation Press Pair BT to begin the...

Page 24: ...upload test results via Bluetooth and Mobile phone to a UMTS or 3G network full data upload service will be required Bluetooth Connection Established Bluetooth Connection Page 2 Go back to TOC 5 1 4 P...

Page 25: ...unit is not in use This function helps improve the battery autonomy and preserve LCD life To enable the timer check Turn off backlight if device is not used for and with the drop down menu adjust the...

Page 26: ...nt system English feet or Metric meter Audible Alarm When enabled the test set s buzzer will sound beep when alarms and errors are being detected Show Password Hides unhides username and password info...

Page 27: ...agement Option Utility Settings Storage Setting Save Screen Settings Save Screen tab Helps control the behavior of the Lock key on the keypad The Lock key can be set to do the following Lock unlock th...

Page 28: ...Date and Time This screen allows the user to set the date and time according to time zone or user requirement Daylight savings are automatically enabled in the utility Date Setup Time Zone Setup Go ba...

Page 29: ...see the ReVeal RXT user manual on www veexinc com Remote access with VNC Server Viewer The test set VNC service can be managed in Utilities Settings More Remote Access menu to enable or disable the V...

Page 30: ...convert saved Test Profiles to PDF Manuals Access soft copies of the TX300s platform and modules manuals for quick reference Results Use this function to View Download Delete Filter and convert saved...

Page 31: ...rs who are only allowed to view the test set current screen via standard web browser clients but not make any changes to test or test set Type in the test set IP address in the web browser Click on vn...

Page 32: ...public IP addresses This VeEX hosted service and user interface take care of all the complex tasks required and present users with a simple application Connect online anytime anywhere with any comput...

Page 33: ...ary collaboration tasks It should not be used for long term applications VeEX offers other remote tools for long term applications Initiate an EZ Remote Session from the Test Set Not all VeEX test set...

Page 34: ...Stop button to terminate the EZ Remote session and disconnect from the server Connect to the Remote Test Set from a Computer Establish a Remote Access Connection EZ Remote provides two types of servi...

Page 35: ...hout the www Enable pop ups for your browswe and be sure to authorize access to the site if confirmation is requested by the browser or OS 2 Enter the Session ID provided making sure not to confuse ze...

Page 36: ...Once the remote GUI appears you can use the Remote Control tab to operate the test set in the same way you would control a local unit from its touch screen TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 36 of 123...

Page 37: ...eypad and or the PC keyboard to enter the file name and add any extra details if Advanced Save is enabled Access Remote Test Result Files The Remote Platform Access tab provides links to access test r...

Page 38: ...In this application the use of a local copy of the PDF file is reccommended as the PDF client in the local computer is most likely faster than accessing the remote one and may offer better tools and...

Page 39: ...e links provided or the respective F key on the computer s keyboard The screen capture function can be enabled in Utilities Settings Global Save Settings 5 1 10 VF Noise Calibration Microphone The tes...

Page 40: ...to an office The Noise Calibration function can be found in Utilities Settings More Noise Calibration Stay silent while the calibration is in progress If a headset is used for ISDN or VoIP calls it m...

Page 41: ...ity name in the search box City Location The unit connects automatically to the database here http www openstreetmap org Open Street map is similar to Google maps but the maps are open source and crea...

Page 42: ...rom a USB stick For further instruction on USB file transfer please see chapter 6 0 File Management Downloaded Map Maps are included if Advance Saving function is enabled Utilities Settings Global Sto...

Page 43: ...e report of the Wi Fi site survey results in HTML or PDF format QR code reader to document equipment bar code and serial numbers Camera function to document the AP location and installation GPS Coordi...

Page 44: ...so they all have accurate time The GPS receiver can be turned OFF if not used to save battery power A satellite table showing satellites in view satellites being used and signal to noise ratio is pro...

Page 45: ...at were not possible before This is called holdover mode Delay Compensation can be used to perform minor adjustments to the 1PPS phase to align it to a specific reference or to compensate for short ca...

Page 46: ...phase convergence graph Yellow dots indicate valid relative phase measurements output input Scattered yellow dots could indicate bad GPS signal which in turn provides bad timing accuracy or that the o...

Page 47: ...button could also be used to force alignment of the Atomic 1PPS output it does not adjust the required disciplining or steering parameters Using short TC to force quicker phase convergence to zero Pha...

Page 48: ...ock temperature and status can be monitored at Utilities Settings More High Precision Clock Source Atomic Clock The chip scale atomic clock is oven controlled and temperature compensated to minimize t...

Page 49: ...ated to the operation of the test set and the measurements performed The user can access the table of contents and hyperlinks Use the scroll bars to navigate help content Help Menu Go back to TOC TX30...

Page 50: ...o need to connect to the server Go back to TOC 5 3 1 Built in VeExpress Client Lets users connect to VeExpress Cloud directly from the test set from the field using any available internet connection e...

Page 51: ...ull Version 1 Open the Software Upgrade tab Larger Full Upgrade package is shown if the test set has not been updated for a while when major new features are introduced or an OS update is required 2 A...

Page 52: ...ter field firmware update 2 Attach the DC charger to the test set 3 Confirm IP connection IP address 4 Check the new software version box 5 Tap on the Download button 1 Wait until the download process...

Page 53: ...IP connection established otherwise a reminder message will pop up Register 1 Enter the IP address of the server A test set must register to an R Server before it can upload results to the server 2 P...

Page 54: ...est set is authorized you can proceed to Upload Upload To upload result files to the R Server tap the Upload tab and select the desired files Tap on Upload or Upload Del Upload Transfers the selected...

Page 55: ...kage Download it from www veexinc com www v express com a link provided or by using the built in VeExpress client Unzip the file and copy to the root of a FAT32 USB memory stick if necessary 2 Insert...

Page 56: ...he files and copy to the root of a FAT32 USB memory stick if necessary 2 Insert the memory stick to the USB port located on the left side of the unit 3 Initiate Software Upgrade process Open the Utili...

Page 57: ...ap on any column header to sort by that specific parameter Tap again to change the sorting order The U L button lock and unlock files to prevent accidental deletion PDF button converts all selected fi...

Page 58: ...displayed Activate Filters Use the stylus to tap on the Y icon Check mark the desired attributes Filters parameters can be combined Reset Filters Press the Show All button Sorting Tap on a header to s...

Page 59: ...r folder in the file tree hierarchy The current folder structure is shown in the top bar Open Opens certain file types The USB tool supports one USB memory stick It shows the first memory stick that i...

Page 60: ...tion if the Data partition is nearly full The Format function is exclusively a maintenance tool Use ONLY when instructed by a VeEX Customer Care representative It erases all the information stored in...

Page 61: ...he unit will obtain IP address parameters from the DHCP server Gateway and DNS Enable or Disable Enabled If enabled enter the IPv4 address of the Gateway and DNS server in Static mode or use the IP ad...

Page 62: ...icates that the IP address assigned has been verified to be unique in the network Gateway PASS indicates that the gateway IP address is valid DNS PASS indicates that the DNS IP address is valid IP Con...

Page 63: ...the maximum time allowed in ms up to 99999ms between an ICMP ping and echo response Once the parameters are configured press Start to begin the test Ping Setup Ping Results Pressing Ping will take yo...

Page 64: ...elete Save Save as Default Select Default to recall a trace route file or create a new test Destination Enter the IP address or URL of the network device to be detected Time Out Enter the maximum time...

Page 65: ...If there is no response from a particular hop an asterisk will be displayed Trace Route Result Go back to TOC TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 65 of 123...

Page 66: ...the desired IP range using the numeric keypad Select the test by placing a check mark in the corresponding box of any of the following ARP Ping Net Wiz Setup Go back to TOC 7 2 2 Net Wiz Results Summa...

Page 67: ...number of devices found Number of devices Routers Servers Hosts Net Wiz Results Devices Global Detail displays the Attribute MAC and IP Addresses and Ping test results of each device discovered Net Wi...

Page 68: ...PA WPA2 Encryption Scanning SSID broadcasting and report Signal Strength IP Connection and Ping Test Go back to TOC 7 3 1 WiFi Procedure Plug the WiFi adaptor into the USB port Allow at least 30 45 se...

Page 69: ...an Edit Settings function button appears on the right hand side bar Tap on Edit Settings or Connect AP to change the Encryption Type and enter the WiFi Key Encryption Type Supported encryption types...

Page 70: ...nected to Channel WiFi Channel connected to Encryption Encryption type Mode Signal Radio signal level dBm Link quality score Max data rate 802 11 protocols supported WiFi Wiz Connection Status After a...

Page 71: ...WiFi Wiz Connect IP Go back to TOC TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 71 of 123...

Page 72: ...e Save or Save As Start IP Starting IP Address End IP Ending IP Address Time Out s Range from 1 99 seconds Input using the numeric keypad Press Start The test will continue to run until the user press...

Page 73: ...ARP Wiz Result Go back to TOC TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 73 of 123...

Page 74: ...evaluating fiber optic connectors for dirt and end face quality The handheld probe design enables easy inspection of patch cords and difficult to reach bulkhead or patch panel connectors Clear images...

Page 75: ...ble for 70 80 fiber link failures in data centers corporate networks MSOs and Telecom environments Fiber Inspection Scopes provide a focused image of the fiber optics connector s end face focusing on...

Page 76: ...e micro B USB OTG cable to the micro B USB port on the scope and the other end USB Type A male to the fiberscope USB Type A female port Once the fiberscope is detected tap Yes in the pop up window to...

Page 77: ...erScope Setup menu Page 1 Scope mode a dropdown menu option that the Fiber Scope application uses to determine the fiberscope connection method to be used Local direct USB connection through micro B U...

Page 78: ...lect the Analysis parameters and tip type option from the dropdown menus in Page 2 setup then navigate to the Capture tab Fiberscope Connection Instructions When the DI 1000 DI 1000MPO or DI 3000 are...

Page 79: ...vibrations and unsteadiness generated from the user holding the fiberscope usually performed when scoping bulkhead female connectors Typically users may not always need this function image focusing w...

Page 80: ...activated Auto Freeze freezes when the image detected is in focus Rects Dots marking of scratches and contaminates Shake optional heavy vibration compensation MPO mode OFF This is for multi fiber conn...

Page 81: ...Autosave to Tap Enabled Autosave after Freeze Enabled Pass Fail IEC analysis table TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 81 of 123...

Page 82: ...Result tab Tree structure file storage TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 82 of 123...

Page 83: ...ber Scope testset app the user will have to define the following fields Job ID Cable ID Fiber ID Test ID in the Results tab manual save at the end after scoping a full group of MPO fibers 3 The user e...

Page 84: ...en Since there is only MPO UPC RL 25 dB is not used Tip Type MPO UPC some APC multifiber ultra polish connectors and some angled polish connector brands MPO APC multifiber angled polish connectors mos...

Page 85: ...ocused analyzed and scoped Manually press OK in the touchscreen pop up window to confirm the MPO fiber number then adjust the scope controls horizontal x axis control only to navigate to the next fibe...

Page 86: ...Action 2 The screenshot is added to the montage list left and the user moves to the next fiber right TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 86 of 123...

Page 87: ...m or capture screenshot for MPO fiber for the nth fiber MPO 12 cable completed All PASS 7 With the MPO cable inspection completed as seen above e g MPO 12 as example the user will navigate to the Resu...

Page 88: ...single fiber inspection 8 Enter the results saving parameters Job ID Cable ID Fiber ID Trace ID and Comments typically optional and press OK Several seconds later the file structure will show up as s...

Page 89: ...r the field that specifies the email address the user registered the Fiberizer Cloud account with Password the field that specifies a memorized secret code that the user registered the Fiberizer Cloud...

Page 90: ...check Save the function that stores any changed remote server parameters user password Project fields for next use The mpo 12 cable selected Press Push to upload to Cloud Uploading progress bar for F...

Page 91: ...essional reports or serve as an online storage backup Fiberizer Cloud account MPO fiber view In the red highlighted box this line shows the file structure that was defined from the testset transferred...

Page 92: ...USB Export Results VEEX_OTDR_Results for MPO endfaces MPO endface test results html page 7 5 2 Optical Power Meter OPM TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 92 of 123...

Page 93: ...sure the average power and relative loss attenuation of the fiberoptic system The external optical power meter test application allows users to add on fiberoptics test functionality tethering applicat...

Page 94: ...termarket 3rd party brand to connect the FX4x FX8x power meter s micro B USB port to the micro B USB port of the testset VeEX cable accessories F02 00 101G OTG Cable Micro B USB m to Micro B USB m 60...

Page 95: ...ths for the user to match the transmitted signal being measured Hold a function that freezes the last absolute power or loss reading displayed on the screen Acquire a function that captures records th...

Page 96: ...network for users to connect to the testset s module built in optical power meter through Ethernet TCP IP using Fiberizer LTSync Windows Desktop software for remote control and access OPM Server Func...

Page 97: ...ing mode This changes the display to show the two power measurement references and the difference insertion loss Mode this indicates whether the power meter mode is standard configuration PM1 or high...

Page 98: ...ed saved initial reference is 2nd row 2nd entry dB loss measurement 5 The dB loss measurement can be read off the 1st row 2nd column entry Press Hold to pause the reading and Acquire to log the curren...

Page 99: ...ve in the Results tab or the Table tab discussed below to permanently record the measurement with the sor file measurement parameters format Optical Light Source Tab Optical light source menu Light so...

Page 100: ...next and the cycle repeats until deactivated Table Tab sometimes optional This section servers as an intermediary temporary results list for users to view a high level perspective of the power measur...

Page 101: ...general OTDR derived measurement parameter that consists of the abbreviated cable type single fiber SF and other miscellaneous user defined characters Fiber ID general OTDR derived measurement parame...

Page 102: ...nal device save New a pair of functions Create and Load that are used to pre define folder organization for power measurements not implemented yet no function currently Save a function that manually s...

Page 103: ...credentials Press Save to record changes Fiberizer Cloud account credentials Press Save to record changes Pull this function downloads the files from a project folder on Fiberizer Cloud to the testse...

Page 104: ...hether if they have been uploaded to Fiberizer Cloud or not Touch the Push rectangle to upload results to one s Fiberizer Cloud account Push the results have not been uploaded to Fiberizer Cloud In Sy...

Page 105: ...y the time set Press Stop acq when done Auto logging OPM measurements with Start Acq function Table tab to show counter of logged measurements Stop Acq to stop logging Displayed logged measurements Lo...

Page 106: ...802 11a b g n networks Supports both 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands Equipped with RP SMA antenna jack Allows user to replace standard external Omnidirectional antenna with a higher gain or directional anten...

Page 107: ...iew Topographic View Similar to a density map plots frequency versus amplitude Uses a special color scheme to assign colors to frequency amplitude points and to identify how often a particular coordin...

Page 108: ...ms since it highlights devices that are perhaps emitting only short bursts of noise For example discover microwave oven in the kitchen interfering with WLAN WiFi SA Signatures Signatures The Signature...

Page 109: ...or interference of interest When selected a prompt and result box appears WiFi SA Inspector Result Inspector Button Result Identifies frequency and amplitude Current Average and Maximum amplitude valu...

Page 110: ...VeEX are supported and have the driver necessary for connection The Data Card icon as shown below will appear at the bottom of the screen Data Card Setup 1 Press the Dial Up key 2 In the IP Tools Setu...

Page 111: ...set is powered off on and you are in a good reception area It will automatically reconnect if you enter a bad cell area and return to a good one Go back to TOC 7 5 5 WiFi inSSIDer WiFi inSSIDer Home...

Page 112: ...protocol version supported by the AP Max data rate supported by the AP AP s radio channel number Lock symbol indicates if security is set on the AP WEP WPA or WPA2 When the AP is unsecured no lock sym...

Page 113: ...ering full featured OTDR functionality For more information about OTDR functions see the OTDR Series V300 RXT FX100 MTTplus User Manual on www veexinc com 7 5 7 GNSS Operation GNSS Receiver Settings a...

Page 114: ...ync ToD button to synchronize the test set s system real time clock Atomic Clock Settings and Operation This section explains the different disciplining parameters for the optional chip scale Atomic C...

Page 115: ...an 15 minutes 9 Close the Phase Graph and set the Time Constant s 900 You can also experiment with larger time constants e g 1800s 3600s 5400s The larger the setting the more stringent the disciplinin...

Page 116: ...a larger value as a threshold A vertical variation of 30ns is OK Clock Disciplining Using External 1PPS from a PRTC Cs or Rb The TX300s can also be disciplined faster and more accurately using a 1PPS...

Page 117: ...to see interference multi path or other RF effects As all visible GNSS satellites move around their orbits the directional vectors pointing at them form a dome above the antenna Their received signal...

Page 118: ...e As the signal quality degrade even more they turn orange and red The example below shows the correlation between the sky view map and a map of the area around the antenna 7 5 8 GNSS Sky View 1 Go to...

Page 119: ...GNSS Setup 7 Tap on the Arrow to open the menu and tap on Start GNSS Start Menu GNSS Start TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 119 of 123...

Page 120: ...GNSS Results 8 To save Results to USB tap on the Arrow and then tap on Save Results To USB GNSS Results Go back to TOC TX300s_Platform_Manual_RevB01 Page 120 of 123...

Page 121: ...ivity The built in web browser uses the management port IP connection An active IP connection can be established either through Ethernet WiFi or datacard ports The web browser defaults to VeEX s websi...

Page 122: ...sition Statement The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament adopted Directive 2002 95 EC January 27 2003 to Reduce the use of certain Hazardous Substances RoHS in Electrical and Ele...

Page 123: ...service turn up and integrate service verification features across DSL Fiber Optics CATV DOCSIS Mobile backhaul and fronthaul CPRI OBSAI next generation Transport Network Fibre Channel Carrier Metro E...

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