6100-Gfast Multifunction Network Analyzer Operation Manual
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Introduction
2.1 About this manual
This manual provides copper network installation and
repair professionals with comprehensive operating
instructions for the 6100-Gfast test system. Before
operating the 6100-Gfast system it is very important
that you read this manual in its entirety, noting all safety
warnings, cautions and procedures.
Additional documentation
The full product specification and related manuals are
available to download from
2.2 About the 6100-Gfast
The 6100-Gfast is a handheld device designed for
installing and activating multiplay services over
copper/G.fast/ADSL2+/VDSL2, and Ethernet, between
the service provider and the subscriber premises. It
verifies that the customer’s modem/router, equipment,
and inside wiring are operating correctly.
The unit also verifies the location of faults during the
installation and repair of voice and DSL circuits.
The term “
6100-Gfast
” used in this manual includes
both the
6100-Gfast
and the
6100-Gfast-Bond
unless
otherwise specified.
For more information, including available accessories,
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2.3 Product description
The 6100-Gfast Test Set is housed in an aluminum
enclosure with rubber over mold, which makes it ideal
for field use. Its display is a back-lit LCD featuring 480 x
800 resolution. A membrane keypad mounted on the
face of the unit features a 14-button keypad used to
operate the test set. An external keyboard and mouse
can also be used.
2.4 Key Features and Benefits
Broadcom chipset
IP login
Single-ended copper testing - no remote device
required
DSL testing
User-defined automatic testing
Dual Ethernet ports
Customer modem replacement
Color display with graphical analysis
Battery powered
Rugged and weatherproof handheld unit
Compatible with Teletech TS125 or Viavi
UFED IIB Remote Far End Device (FED) for
remote control circuit change
Touchscreen with stylus
2.5 Typical Applications
Automatic Pair Quality Test toward remote test
head or far end device (FED)
Multimeter tests
Noise tests including power influence and PSD
Frequency tests including balance, load coils,
and tracing tone
Fault location tests including TDR and RFL
SmartR features including Pair Detective and
FaultMapper
Supports vectoring and G.INP for operators
looking to mitigate self-FEXT (far end
crosstalk) and promote DSL stability
ADSL2+, VDSL2, and G.fast testing
Optional ADSL2+ and VDSL2 bonding support
Supports Ping, FTP, and Traceroute tests with
optional support for Web Browser, VoIP
testing, and IPTV analysis
Ethernet testing for qualifying FTTx service at
the customer premises Configurable pass/fail
results for automated testing
Proves IPv4 and IPv6 data flow between the
network and the end equipment