Acterna DSL-311 and DSL-322 DSL Copper Testers

Acterna DSL-311 and DSL-322 DSL Copper Testers The increased demand for ISDN, highspeed data, and full-motion video puts extreme pressure on copper-based access networks designed for POTS. In fact, more than 60 percent of the problems that occur with broadband access services are caused by the lines poor physical parameters, disturbers, or bad environmental conditions. That's why, before adding new high-bandwidth services to access networks, it is necessary to first qualify that the lines are suitable for xdsl services. The Acterna DSL-311 and DSL-322 DSL Copper Testers are used to quickly and accurately determine the characteristics of subscriber access lines as well as analyze line problems in detail. Predefined instrument settings and limit values speed up testing and prevent incorrect settings, while measurement results are immediate and compared automatically with the limit masks to indicate whether the line can support the desired services. In addition, the testers' Auto Test feature enables users to run a complete set of measurements with a single key press. Built-in automatic communications means that the DSL-311 and DSL-322 can be combined in any way the user likes. Either two DSL-311s, two DSL-322s, or one DSL-311 and one DSL-322 can be used at each end of the line to perform tests. Additional control circuits are not needed. Interoperability enables full remote control of the far end instrument so that only one operator is needed, and it enables measurement results as well as control commands to be exchanged between the two testers. The templates, measurement modes, and results displays are always determined by the unit that triggers the measurement. In addition to end-to-end testing, one tester can be used to perform singleended testing. Designed for single-operator testing and analysis, these simple-to-use, economical tools expedite installation, qualification, and troubleshooting; decrease problems; improve service; reduce customer turnover; and lower labor costs. Highlights ADSL, HDSL, SDSL, ISDN copper pair qualification Predefined test sequences and limit masks Single-end and end-to-end testing Interoperable units and singleoperator testing Chipset-independent bit rate predictions for ADSL Easy documentation and remote control option Graphic results displayed on a PC via Configuration and Transfer Software

Operating separately or together, the DSL-311 and DSL-322 testers measure all major line parameters and interference. The instrument settings and limit values specified for many services are predefined in templates. One or more templates can be collected into a template set depending on the instrument or purpose of the measurement. The DSL-311 template sets can contain only one template while the DSL-322 template sets can contain up to ten templates. Measurements and functions DSL-311 DSL-322 Fault location (TDR/XTDR) Pair detector Attenuation Near-end crosstalk (NEXT) Far-end crosstalk (FEXT) Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) DC loop resistance (DC-R) Impulse noise (I-Noise) Wideband noise (W-Noise) Impedance Return loss Data rate Interference Memory function All measurement functions, except TDR/XTDR and pair detect, can be accessed and executed individually in Single Test mode, or they run as a complete test sequence in Auto Test mode. Single Test mode is used for fault analysis and long-term tests. Each measurement defined in one of up to ten templates is individually selected and performed. The results are available on the display and can be stored. When performing long-term measurements such as impulsive noise, the test duration can be set between 1 minute and 100 hours. Auto Test mode quickly (<1 minute) and easily qualifies the line during installation. The testers can store up to ten templates. After selecting the desired template, the entire test sequence is automatically executed, giving a pass/fail indication for each test as well as for the complete test sequence. Using the Configuration and Transfer Software, these templates can be expanded or altered according to specific testing requirements. Single-end testing with the DSL-322 When performing single-end line tests with the DSL-322, the tester performs the following functions (figure 1a): Impulse noise Wideband noise Return loss Impedance Interference spectrum analysis TDR indicator detects location of impedance mismatches Line balance test (LCL) with optional SDZ-30 bridge DCloop resistance Measurement of longitudinal conversion loss (LCL) as defined in ITU-T Rec. O.9 is possible with only one DSL-311 or DSL-322 using the NEXT measurement and an external signal balance bridge SDZ-30 (figure 2, next page). When two lines are connected to the tester, NEXT and the location of coupling between pairs with XTDR are added (figure 1b). End-to-end testing with two DSL-322s To qualify lines for dedicated services like ISDN, HDSL, or ADSL, end-to-end line testing with two DSL-322s is required. With a DSL-322 at each end of the line, these additional functions are available (figures 1c and 1d): FEXT Attenuation SNR DMT bit rate prediction (vendor-independent) 256-tone attenuation loss Pair detect function figure 1a figure 1b figure 1c figure 1d Single-end testing End-to-end testing 2

Pass Pass Deviation / db 20 10 5 2 1.5 0.5 1 2 510 20 Fail.5k.2k.1k 50 20 10 0 10 20 50.1k.2k.5k Fail Deviation / Ohm Applications Test and qualify lines for xdsl, ISDN, and POTS up to 2 MHz Perform troubleshooting and fault location on copper access lines Measure transmission parameters of balanced lines Analyze interferer problems Line qualification When qualifying a line for ADSL, ISDN, or HDSL, the DSL tester measures the frequency range, impedance, weighting filters, and transmit signal level and automatically compares the results to the requirements of the service. The results provide critical information that determines if the line can support the service. For example, because higher noise reduces the signal-to-noise ratio, its presence limits the data rate or the maximum acceptable line length. The DSLtesters' ability to measure impulse and wideband noise not only at a single end of the line, but at both ends at the same time, is a key advantage because the noise level difference of both locations is often very high. When operating in Auto Test mode, the DSLtesters can qualify a line in less than one minute. Troubleshooting In addition to line qualification, the DSL testers are the only units needed for troubleshooting. Their comprehensive test functions detect problems that degrade service quality, which enables users to correct problems before they affect customers. When performing fault analysis or long-term measurements, test duration can be set between 1 minute and 100 hours. In addition to pass/fail results, the testers display detailed results as a bar graph or in a numerical list, and each result, such as frequency and the corresponding loss value, can be recalled separately. Pair detection and TDR/XTDR fault location The testers' built-in time-domain reflectometer (TDR) allows the user to rapidly locate loading coils and bridged taps and detect impedance mismatches, which are critical to ensuring uninterrupted delivery of high-speed services. Users normally need a lot of experience to handle TDR instruments. However, the testers' numerical display showing the distance to the point of reflection simplifies fault location. When a wire pair in a cable bundle is detected, a signal is fed into the tester at one end and received by the tester at the other end of the line, causing a signal tone to be generated. Configuration and transfer software The Configuration and Transfer Software, included with the DSL testers, runs under Microsoft Windows and performs the following tasks: Edits limit values for measurements and instrument settings or permits selection of pre-defined values. Determines the measurement to be performed in Auto Test and Single Test modes. Transfers the instrument configuration (templates with limit values and instrument settings) from the PC to the test set. Transfers results saved by the DSL-322 from the test set to the PC (results upload) and displays it in numerical and graphical format. Provides a terminal function to use the test set in remote control mode (optional). figure 2 N + 4 3. 2 db F - - - - - db NE X T at 100 khz MAR G IN LCLSDZ 30 Deviation / db Pass 20 10 5 2 1.5 0.5 1 2 510 20 Fail N + 4 3. 2 db F - - - - - db NE X T at 100 khz MAR G IN LCLSDZ30 Pass.5k.2k.1k 50 20 10 0 10 20 50.1k.2k.5k Fail Deviation / Ohm Testsetup forlcl measurements The DSL-311 and DSL-322 with included accessories 3

With the Configuration and Transfer Software, users can select and download predefined templates that match specific service requirements. Pressing the parameter key opens a dialog window where configuration parameters can be edited, individual measurement functions activated or deactivated, and frequency and limit values for each of the up to 30 measurement points set individually. The tester performs all the activated functions, ignoring those that were deactivated, and gives a pass/fail indication for each test as well as for the complete test sequence(figures3and4). The templates can be expanded to match the requirements of future services, and import and export functions facilitate the exchange of template files to provide support for modern test equipment management programs. When using the DSL-322, the Configuration and Transfer Software enables users to upload the results to a PC. After uploading, every result displayed in a list can be selected and the complete contents displayed. Results displayed only in a numerical list include: TDR/XTDR NEXT/FEXT DCloop resistance Noise Return loss Impedance Results displayed in a numerical list and in a graphical chart include: Interferer Bit load per DMT tone Signal-to-noise ratio 256-tone loss spectrum The results can be exported as an ASCII text file for further evaluation and documentation using other tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel ). Remote control software option The remote control software option fully supports the Configuration and Transfer Software, enabling all the functions of manually operated DSL-311 and DSL-322 testers, including definition of templates, to be used in an automated or remote controlled environment. DSL-311 and DSL-322 testers and kits Users can purchase an individual DSL 311 or DSL 322 tester that matches their measurement requirements and budget, or they can purchase packaged kits that offer a combination of instruments. DSL-311 Basicversion of the DSL tester. DSL-311K Basic package containing two DSL-311s. DSL-322 Enhanced version of the DSL tester that provides all the test features and functions required for singleend testing. DSL-322K Enhanced package containing two DSL-322s. Performs complete endto-end testing. All features and functions are provided from both ends of the line under test. DSL-312K Economy package containing one DSL-322 and one DSL-311. If the DSL-311 is used as a far-end test device in remote mode together with a DSL-322 as master, all DSL-322 features are supported. figure 3 figure 4 Deselected measurement function does not run during Auto Test and Single Test 4

Specifications Test Ports Connectors for 2-wire pairs Impedances * as per ETSI TBR21 Implemented measurement functions CF (4mm banana) 100, 120, 135, 150, 600 Ω complex* Measurement of line attenuation and crosstalk attenuation (NEXT, FEXT) Test signal sine wave Number of test frequencies 30 (single-tone) Frequency Range Impedance/Ω Frequency Range 600Ω complex* 200 Hz to 5 khz 100 Hz 100, 120, 135, 150 5 khz to 100 khz 1 khz 100, 120, 135, 150 10 khz to 2 MHz 10 khz Level Range Impedance/Ω Test level/dbm 600Ω complex* -5,-10,-15,-20 (load Z = 600 Ω) 100, 120, 135, 150 +10,0,-10,-20 * Attenuation only, no NEXT, FEXT Output accuracy for all test levels 0.25 db Accuracy (error limits) Loss values Values Accuracy Loss Accuracy NEXT FEXT < 40 db ±0.6 db ±0.8 db ±0.6 db < 70 db ±1.0 db ±1.5 db * ±1.0 db < 90 db ±1.5 db * * ±1.5 db * The values indicated increase by a maximum of 0.5 db for frequencies f > 1 MHz. All other values remain unchanged. Not applicable in Multi-tone mode Attenuation display resolution DC loop resistance measurement 0.1 db Loop resistance measurement of pair 1 and pair 2 Measurement range 0 to 2 k Ω 1 Ω Accuracy ±5 Ω ±2% Measurement of impulse noise The peak value of interference pulses (t > 500 ns) occurring during the selected measurement time is determined. Measurement range 0 to 200 mv peak 1 mv Interval size 10 ms Measurement times 1/5/10/15/30 s, 1/2/5/10/15 min Weighting filter matched to system bandwidth (see Weighting filter ) Accuracy ±2 mv to ±10% Wideband noise level measurement (DSL-322 only), instantaneous r.m.s. value 1.0 db, maximum r.m.s. value 0.1 db Integration time 1 s Noise level range Accuracy within ±15 db of the specified limit value 0 to -60 dbm ±0.8 db ± 1 /2 x resolution -60 to -70 dbm ±1.5 db ± 1 /2 x resolution Weighting Noise Measurement times Filter r.m.s. value 1/5/10/15/30 s, 1/2/5/10/15 min matched to system bandwidth (see Weighting filter ) Signal to noise ratio measurement (DSL-322 only) The SNR result shows the margin between the theoretical receive level and the measured noise interference level. Frequency range 5 khz to 2 MHz Cable loss at main lobe of the system < 40 db Wideband noise -60 to 0 dbm 0.1 db Accuracy SNR typically ±0.1 db Return loss and impedance measurement (DSL-322 only) Frequency range 5 khz to 2 MHz Range Accuracy Return loss 5 to 40 db 0.1 db ±1 db at 20 db Impedance 50 to 300 Ω 0.1 Ω ±3% Fault location (TDR/XTDR) Reflectometer for locating positions of impedance hits Modes TDR and XTDR (crosstalk TDR) TDR range: line attenuation at f = 150 khz < 35 db Display: Distance and strength of the 3 largest mismatches 1 m Accuracy* for line length < 50 m ±2 m ±10% for line length > 50 m ±5 m ±4% * for typical TP cables with the line impedance = 120 Ω at 150 khz NVP, variable 0.4 c to 1.0 c (c = 300 000 km/s) Useful range echo delay < 140 µs Typical TDR distance range TX level Cable diameter Distance range 0.4 mm (26 AWG) 3.5 km (11.5 kft) approx. +5 dbm 0.5 mm (24 AWG) 5.0 km (16.5 kft) 0.56 mm (22 AWG) 6.2 km (20 kft) 0.8 mm (19 AWG) 9.9 km (32 kft) Acoustic pair detect function Tone generator and receiver for pair 1 Test signal frequency Weighting filter approx. 2000 Hz ETSI filter application Filter name 3 db bandwidth POTS P Psophometer filter ISDN BRA E 1.0 khz to 50 khz HDSL 2 pair, 2B1Q F-E 4.9 khz to 292 khz HDSL 1 pair, 2B1Q F1-E 4.9 khz to 485 khz HDSL 2 pair, CAP F2-E 20 khz to 292 khz HDSL 1 pair, CAP F3-E 20 khz to 485 khz ADSL, DMT G 20 khz to 1.1 mhz ADSL, CAP G1-E 20 khz to 485 khz ISDN PRA HDB3 G2-E 102 khz to 2.05 MHz ANSI filter (option) application Filter name 3 db bandwidth POTS C C-Message filter ISDN BRA E 1.0 khz to 50 khz HDSL 2 pair, 2B1Q F 4.9 khz to 245 khz HDSL 1 pair, 2B1Q F1-A 4.9 khz to 402 khz HDSL 2 pair, CAP F2-A 20 khz to 245 khz HDSL 1 pair, CAP F3-A 20 khz to 402 khz ADSL, DMT G 20 khz to 1.1 mhz ADSL, CAP G1-A 20 khz to 402 khz ISDN PRA B8ZS G2-A 102 khz to 1.55 MHz 5

Memory modes (DSL-322 only) Auto Test mode manual save Single Test mode manual save or automatic save of all results or of only those results showing faults Selectable for automatic save: Number of save intervals 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 Interval time 1, 2, 5, 15, 30, 60 min Number of saved results 200 Tolerance masks (templates) Number of templates saved (DSL-311) 1 (DSL-322) 10 Configuration and transfer software Operating system Floppy disk Data interface General specifications Power supply Batteries Battery types Operation capacity Auto switch-off Charging time (internal) AC mains operation External adapter/charger Permissible ambient temperature Nominal range of use Storage and transport Dimensions (h x w x d) DSL-311/DSL-322 Weight (including batteries) DSL-311/DSL-322 Windows 95/98/2000/NT/XP/Millenium 3.5, MS-DOS format RS232 5 x size AA (Mignon) Alkaline, NiCd, or NiMH approx. 200 Auto Tests 5 min after last action 14 hours via external adapter/charger 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz -5º C to +45º C -25º C to +70º C 60 x 30 x 250 mm approx. 0.8 kg Unless otherwise stated, the specifications apply for the stated operating ranges at maximum test level. All measurement uncertainty and influence quantity values quoted are limit values. The effects of external electromagnetic interference are not taken into account in the specifications. Ordering information DSL-311 Subscriber Line Tester BN 4257/01 DSL-322 Subscriber Line Tester BN 4257/02 DSL-311K Measuring Kit (2 x DSL-311) BN 4257/11 DSL-312K Measuring Kit (DSL-311 + DSL-322) BN 4257/12 DSL-322K Measuring Kit (2 x DSL-322) BN 4257/22 Options ANSI filters for US systems instead of ETSI filters BN 4257/90.04 Instrument software for remote testing BN 4257/93.02 Accessories included Soft case LNT-91 power supply/charger Test cords and clips 2nd set of NiMH rechargeable batteries (5 x size AA) Null modem cable (RS232/V.24) PC software for test configuration and documentation Optional accessories SDZ-30 balance measuring bridge BN 2234/01 Acterna Advantage SM adding value with global services and solutions From basic instrument support for your field technicians to management of complex, company-wide initiatives, Acterna s service professionals are committed to helping you maximize your return on investment. Whatever your needs product support, system management, education services, or business planning and consulting we offer programs that will give you the competitive edge. This is the foundation of Acterna Advantage. Acterna is the world s largest provider of test and management solutions for optical transport, access, and cable networks, and the second largest communications test company overall. Focused entirely on providing equipment, software, systems, and services, Acterna helps customers develop, install, manufacture, and maintain optical transport, access, cable, data/ip, and wireless networks. Worldwide Headquarters Regional Sales Headquarters 12410 Milestone Center Dr. Germantown, Maryland 20876-7100 USA Acterna is present in more than 80 countries. To find your local sales office go to: www.acterna.com North America 12410 Milestone Center Dr. Germantown, Maryland 20876-7100 USA Toll Free: 1 866 ACTERNA Toll Free: 1 866 228 3762 Tel: +13013531560x2850 Fax: +1301353 9216 Latin America Av. Eng. Luis Carlos Berrini 936/8 e 9 andares 04571-000 São Paulo SP-Brazil Tel: +55 11 5503 3800 Fax:+55 11 5505 1598 Asia Pacific 42 Clarendon Street PO Box 141 South Melbourne Victoria 3205 Australia Tel: +61 3 9690 6700 Fax:+61 3 9690 6750 Western Europe Arbachtalstrasse 6 72800 Eningen u.a. Germany Tel: +49 7121 86 2222 Fax:+49 7121 86 1222 Eastern Europe, Middle East & Africa Elisabethstrasse 36 2500 Baden Austria Tel: +43 2252 85 521 0 Fax:+43 2252 80 727 1st Neopalimovskiy Per. 15/7 (4th floor) RF 119121 Moscow Russia Tel: +7 095 248 2508 Fax:+7 095 248 4189 Copyright 2003 Acterna, LLC. All rights reserved. Acterna, The Keepers of Communications, and its logo are trademarks of Acterna, LLC. All other trademarks and registered trademarks aretheproperty of their respective owners. Major Acterna operations sites are IS0 9001 registered. Note: Specifications, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. DSL311/DS/ACC/03-03/AE/PDFONLY