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5. 

After the battery check and conditioning is complete, the 

device will show the configuration that it obtained from 

the server. The device will show the default reporting 

screen, as shown here. 

4. 

Once the power is disconnected, another “Conditioning 

Battery” screen will appear, this time it will take at least 

10 iterations. 

Note:

 You do not need to be present during this step 

and the IoA can be left to complete this task completely 

autonomously. This step can take around 20 mins 

depending on the signal strength of the device.

2. 

Next, the device will show the following “Conditioning 

Battery” screen. This step is to ensure that the batteries 

within the device are ready for field deployment. 

A message is shown on the screen depicting which step 

the device is currently on. Depending on the signal 

strength, this procedure can take up to 10 mins.

If Error 103 displays, please ensure you have the correct 

SIM card. Check with your IoA Administrator or your local IoT cellular network 

provider. It should be provisioned for automatic APN and not require a PIN.

Preparation for use 

When you unpack the unit, do the following: 

 

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Inspect the unit for damage. If damaged, put back in box and contact VIAVI customer 

service (see the Technical assistance section). 

 

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If undamaged, save the box and packing materials in case the unit needs to be 

returned in the future.

3Z IoA-1000 

 

Quick Start Guide

Benefits

 

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Easily attach to and monitor antenna alignment in real time from the field to your 

desk using your own customized software

 

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Easy to set up

Device preparation (before physical installation)

The device preparation is recommended to be done prior to arriving onsite. This ensures the 

IoA is ready to install without any issues.

Note: For best results and minimum delay of setup, the unit should be within  

59º F to 122º F (15º–50º C) during device preparation.

Important:

 

Prior to installing the IoA unit on the antenna, set up the IoA using the 

VIAVI IoA Manager website or your company’s IoA Console software. See the 

IoA 

Manager User’s Guide 

or your IoA Administrator for more information.

The IoA Manager will help you add sites, add IoAs to sites, and configure IMEI, 

Azimuth, Tilt, and Roll values of IoAs added to sites. 

See the 

IoA User’s Guide

 for more details on setup and configuration.

1. 

Remove the IoA, SIM card tray, and alcohol pad from the 

packaging. The device will show a standard welcome 

screen with the IMEI number of the device at the bottom, 

as shown here.

Important:

 

The SIM card is not provided by VIAVI. 

Check with your IoA Administrator or your local IoT 

cellular network provider. It should be provisioned for 

automatic APN and not require a PIN.

2. 

Place the SIM card in the tray. Notice the contacts of the 

SIM card should be facing up, with the notch of the SIM 

card in the upper left, as you face the front of the IoA.

3. 

Carefully insert the SIM card tray into the IoA.

Once the SIM card tray is inserted, listen for two “clicks”. 

The second “click” may take up to 7 seconds to occur.

After the second “click”, the screen should show the QR code containing the IMEI of 

the device, showing the device is ready for setup. 

The IMEI from this screen will be required as part of IoA configuration using 

the IoA Manager or your organization’s IoA Console software. See your IoA 

Administrator for more information.

If Error 101 displays, please ensure the SIM card is seated properly in the tray.

SIM card placed 

in tray

Important:

 

THE SIM TRAY MUST BE INSERTED BEFORE MOVING TO THE NEXT 

STEP.

Connecting to the IoA server

The next step is to connect the IoA to the server for final configuration.

1. 

Remove the USB cover sticker and provide power via the USB connection on 

the bottom of the IoA in order to download the configuration from the server 

immediately (approx. 1-2 mins).

Once connected to USB power, the IoA screen will indicate it is retrieving its 

configuration from the server, as shown here. 

Important:

 DO NOT REMOVE USB POWER UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.

3. 

Once the first cycle has finished, a “Disconnect to 

Continue” message will appear. You may now safely 

remove the USB power while the device continues with 

its automated battery check.

USB 

power

Battery 

power

Inserting SIM 

tray in IoA

Features

 

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LTE CAT-M1/NB-IoT ready

 

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E-paper display for status & alerts

 

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5+ year battery life (depending on 

reporting interval)

 

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IP67 rated

 

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Alarm capable

 

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Weather-resistant adhesive

 

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No maintenance required

 

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Cloud data management capabilities

IoT SIM card requirements

 

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Nano SIM card

 

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NB-IoT or LTE CAT-M1 enabled, with 

automatic APN provisioning and no 

PIN

 

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PCO or ePCO enabled

Important: 

The SIM card is not 

provided by VIAVI. Check with your IoA 

Administrator or your local IoT cellular 

network provider.

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