User Guide

MaxTester 635
Copper and DSL Multi-play Test Set
Copyright Information ii

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Version number 2.0.0

 Contents

Copyright Information ...................................................................................... ii

Certification Information ................................................................................. vi
1 Introducing the MaxTester 635 ................................................ 1
Key Features and Benefits ................................................................................. 1
Typical Applications .......................................................................................... 1
Keypad .............................................................................................................. 2
Battery .............................................................................................................. 2
Caring for the MaxTester ................................................................................... 4
Using the MaxTester ......................................................................................... 4
Cable Connections ............................................................................................ 7
Conventions ...................................................................................................... 9
2 Safety Information ................................................................. 10
Electrical Safety ............................................................................................... 10
3 Getting Started with the MaxTester ...................................... 12
Turning the Unit On/Off .................................................................................. 12
Using Menus and Keypad ............................................................................... 13
Using Online Help ........................................................................................... 13
4 Setting Up the MAX-635 ......................................................... 14
Home .............................................................................................................. 14
System Settings .............................................................................................. 14
Modem Settings ............................................................................................. 20
5 Setting Up xDSL Tests ............................................................. 21
DSL Main Menu Page ...................................................................................... 21
Test Configuration .......................................................................................... 21
Test Setup ....................................................................................................... 27
6 xDSL Test Results ..................................................................... 33
xDSL Connection Summary ............................................................................. 33
Ethernet Connection Summary ....................................................................... 34
WAN Status .................................................................................................... 34
LAN Status ...................................................................................................... 35
IPTV Summary ................................................................................................ 35
Join Leave ....................................................................................................... 36
DSL Parameter Details ..................................................................................... 37
DSL Statistics .................................................................................................. 39
Band Information ........................................................................................... 40
Loop Diagnostics ............................................................................................ 40
Data Tests Summary ........................................................................................ 41
Web Browser .................................................................................................. 43
Bookmarks ...................................................................................................... 44
7 Saving and Reading xDSL Test Results ................................... 45
Save Results .................................................................................................... 45
Read Results Menu ......................................................................................... 46

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8 Setting Up Copper Tests ......................................................... 47

Copper Test Main Menu .................................................................................. 47
Test Configuration .......................................................................................... 48
Setup .............................................................................................................. 52
Phone Book .................................................................................................... 53
Dialer Function ............................................................................................... 58
Cable Book ..................................................................................................... 61
Application Settings ........................................................................................ 64
Test Lead Compensation ................................................................................. 68
Saving Results ................................................................................................. 69
Reading Saved Results .................................................................................... 71
9 Multimeter Tests ..................................................................... 75
Multimeter Main Page .................................................................................... 75
Voltage ........................................................................................................... 76
Current ........................................................................................................... 79
Resistance ....................................................................................................... 82
Resistive Balance ............................................................................................. 84
Isolation .......................................................................................................... 86
Capacitance/Opens ......................................................................................... 88
10 SmartR™ Features ................................................................... 91
Pair Detective .................................................................................................. 91
Pair Detective Result Details ............................................................................ 94
Fault Mapper .................................................................................................. 95
11 Noise Tests ............................................................................... 99
Noise Tests Main Page ..................................................................................... 99
VF Noise ........................................................................................................ 100
Power Influence ............................................................................................ 102
VF Impulse Noise .......................................................................................... 104
WB PSD Noise ............................................................................................... 106
WB Impulse Noise ......................................................................................... 109
12 Frequency Tests ..................................................................... 111
Frequency Tests Main Page ........................................................................... 111
VF/AC Balance ............................................................................................... 112
WB Balance ................................................................................................... 116
WB Attenuation ............................................................................................ 118
Load Coils ..................................................................................................... 122
Locator Tone ................................................................................................. 124
13 TDR ......................................................................................... 125
Continuous ................................................................................................... 125
Cable Setup .................................................................................................. 126
Result Details ................................................................................................ 127
TDR Profile Details ........................................................................................ 128
14 RFL .......................................................................................... 129
Single Pair ..................................................................................................... 129
Separate Good Pair ....................................................................................... 130
RFL Cable Setup ............................................................................................ 131
Result Details ................................................................................................ 132
15 Copper Auto Tests ................................................................. 133
Main Menu ................................................................................................... 133
POTS Auto Test ............................................................................................. 133
User Auto Test ............................................................................................... 136
Result Details ................................................................................................ 140
Profile Details ................................................................................................ 141
16 Maintenance .......................................................................... 144
General Maintenance .................................................................................... 144
Battery Maintenance Recommendations ...................................................... 144
Battery Charging and Replacing ................................................................... 144
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ............................ 144
17 Troubleshooting .................................................................... 145
Solving Common Problems ........................................................................... 145
LED Statuses ................................................................................................. 146
..................................................................................................................... 146
Contacting the Technical Support Group ...................................................... 146
Transportation .............................................................................................. 146
18 Warranty ................................................................................ 147
General Information ..................................................................................... 147
Liability ......................................................................................................... 147
Exclusions ..................................................................................................... 147
Certification .................................................................................................. 148
Service and Repairs ....................................................................................... 149
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide .................................................................. 150
A Technical Specifications ........................................................ 151

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Certification Information
North America Regulatory Statement on Product Safety
This unit was certified by an agency approved in both Canada and the United States
of America. It has been evaluated according to applicable North American approved
standards for product safety for use in Canada and the United States.
Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15, subpart B
compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003 compliance in
Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to ensure compliance to the
applicable standards.
The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user guide, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
European Community Declaration of Conformity

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Application of Council Directive(s): 2004/108/EC – The EMC Directive

1999/5/EC – The R&TTE Directive
93/68/EEC – CE Marking
And their amendments

Manufacturer’s Name and Address: EXFO Inc. EXFO Europe

400 Godin Avenue Omega Enterprise Park, Electron Way
Quebec City, Quebec Chandlers Ford, Hampshire
G1M 2K2 CANADA SO53 4SE ENGLAND
Tel.: +1 418 683-0211 Tel.: +44 2380 246810

Equipment Type/Environment: Test & Measurement / Industrial

Trade Name/Model No.: Copper, DSL and Multiplay Test Set / MaxTester 635

Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared:

EN 61010-1:2001 Edition 2.0 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements

EN 61326-1:2006 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –

EMC requirements – Part 1: General requirements

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive and Standards.

Manufacturer:

Stephen Bull, E. Eng

Vice-President Research and Development

400 Godin Avenue,

Quebec City, Quebec
G1M 2K2 CANADA
June 4, 2012

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Introducing the MaxTester 635 1

1 Introducing the
MaxTester 635
The MAX-635 is a handheld device designed for testing ADSL2+ and VDSL2 services
between the service provider and the subscriber premises. The unit also qualifies
and troubleshoots copper-loop plant by using pass/fail-driven automated
functionalities.
The MaxTester 635 test set case is 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. The following describes the features
of the MAX-635.

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
 Modem replacement
 Color display with graphical analysis
 Battery powered
 Rugged and weatherproof handheld unit

Typical Applications
 Auto tests including POTS Auto Test
 Multimeter tests
 Noise tests including power influence and PSD
 Frequency tests including balance, load coils, and locator tone
 Fault location tests including TDR and RFL
 ADSL2+ testing with optional VDSL2 for hybrid networks
 Optional ADSL2+ and VDSL2 bonding support
 Optional Web Browser, IPTV analysis, and data tests including Ping, FTP and
Traceroute testing
 Ethernet testing for qualifying FTTx service at the customer premises
 Configurable pass/fail results for automated testing
Keypad

Arrow keys Function keys

Back Home/Help

Power Stop/Start test

Enter

 Power button on the lower left side of the unit is used to power the unit on
and off.
 Arrow keys navigate the screen to access and modify parameters.
 Function keys activate the corresponding on-screen function button.
 Home button brings you to the Home page of the MAX-635.

Battery
The MAX-635 is equipped with a Lithium-ion battery.

WARNING
 Recharge the battery using only the MaxTester and with the
battery properly installed in the unit.
 Never open the battery back panel of the MaxTester without
reading the Replacing the Battery section in this chapter.

When fully charged, the battery should provide between 3 and 10 hours of power
depending on different factors such as: type of tests performed, display backlight
level, and connected accessories.

Note: When the battery level is very low, tests cannot be performed.

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To maximize battery power of the MAX-635:

1. Lower the display backlight level using the application found in Display and
Language in System Settings, when the MAX-635 is used under low to medium
light conditions.
2. Disconnect any unused USB or SD accessories.
3. Stop any running tests when the MaxTester is not in use.
4. Whenever possible, put the MAX-635 in suspend mode by pressing until the
suspend notification sound plays, about 2 seconds.
5. When not in use, turn the unit off by pressing for at least 4 seconds.
If the battery capacity remains low or outside the previously stated values, it should
be replaced. This could occur after 3 years depending on the usage. You can
evaluate the battery capacity through the Calibration procedure, comparing the
results with the Battery Capacity default value of 10000 mAh. If your current battery
capacity is lower than 8000 mAh, replace the battery.

Battery Calibration
In order to optimize the battery gas gauge accuracy, a battery calibration procedure
is accessible in the System Settings menu under Power - Calibration on page 18.
Going through this procedure may be necessary when first using the MaxTester or
after time depending on the number of charging cycles the battery has undergone. It
will optimize the gas gauge accuracy and not affect the MaxTester’s battery capacity.

Unit Temperature Handling

When the battery temperature reaches  55 °C, the unit temperature is displayed in
the bar at the top of the unit and a warning message will appear. Tests stop
automatically when the battery temperature reaches 60 °C.

Replacing the Battery

WARNING
Only use an EXFO battery. Batteries from other suppliers could
result in serious damage to the MaxTester or personal injuries. See
the Contacting the Technical Support Group on page 146 for
information on contacting EXFO.

Battery replacement should only be done by a qualified technician with the

appropriate tools on an electronic bench or similar environment.
To replace the battery:
1. Remove all 4 screws of the battery back panel using a 1.5 mm Allen key. Put
aside the screws and the panel keeping the inside foam seal clean. See Back on
page 6.
2. Pull out the old battery using your fingers. Flipping the unit, battery-side down,
will ease removal. Do not use tools in order to prevent damage to the battery
envelope. Pull out the electrical connector. Put aside the old battery.
3. Remove the new battery from its package. Keep the package for future use.
Connect the electrical connector ensuring the pins are correctly aligned. Place
the new battery in the MaxTester.
4. Inspect the inside rib around the MaxTester battery compartment to make sure
it is free from any debris. Remove any debris using a dry cloth. Replace the
battery back panel. Replace the 4 screws with a moderate torque so the foam
seal is evenly compressed without damaging the screws.

Disposing of the Battery

Place the old battery in the replacement battery packaging. Properly dispose it
according to your local facilities for battery recycling.

Caring for the MaxTester

The MaxTester has been designed to be a rugged and lightweight piece of test
equipment. However, the unit should be kept away from extremes of heat, cold,
moisture, and dust. Failure to do this may shorten the life of the instrument.
The MaxTester LCD display should only be cleaned using a soft, lint-free cloth and
an anti-static cleaning solution. Ordinary detergents and other cleaning solutions
may cloud or scratch the surface and should be avoided.

Using the MaxTester

The MaxTester is tested IEC IP54 which means that it is not affected by dust or water
splashing against the enclosure from any direction. This protection is only valid
when both side doors are properly closed. If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
The MaxTester is equipped with a series of interfaces shown in the following views:
 Left

Head Set Jack (2.5 mm)

USB Host Port
Door
USB Client Port

SD Card (not used)

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 Right

USB Client Port

DC Power Door

 Front

Power LED
Battery LED Speaker
  LED Legend

1Fake Suspend -- When AC/DC is plugged in, MaxTester will simulate the suspend

mode by turning off the display in order to facilitate the charger.

2Fake Shutdown -- When AC/DC is plugged in, MaxTester will simulate the shutdown

mode by turning off the display in order to facilitate the charger.

 Back

Screws Screws
Battery Door

Note: The MAX-635 enclosure may become warm during normal use.

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Cable Connections
The graphics below show the connectors on the MaxTester device.

Primary tip/A and Secondary tip/A and

ring/B connectors Ground ring/B connectors
terminal

Note: When connecting a DSL cable to the DSL port, use the RJ-11 plug end of
the cable provided with the unit. There is a 1500 V maximum transient
voltage on telecom ports. Basic insulation is needed for external telecom
circuits.

Note: For the connection setup, Annex B is on DSL pair 1 and Annex A is on
pair 2. (Dual Annex A and B units only)

6(&21'$5<7,3:,5(2)3+21(/,1(

6(&21'$5<5,1*:,5(2)3+21(/,1(

6+,(/'2)3+21(/,1(

35,0$5<7,3:,5(2)3+21(/,1(

35,0$5<5,1*:,5(2)3+21(/,1(

WARNING
A 50/100/125 Vcc limited power source may be present on
connector R/T/R1/T1 when the unit is testing isolation resistance.
Use with caution.
 WARNING
These connections are intended for the express purpose of electrical
testing of common telephone line conductors, within the ranges
specified in the Technical Specifications on page 151. The device is
not intended to be used on telephone lines having voltages greater
than 280 VAC or 400 VDC, and it is also not intended to be used on
power distribution circuits.

CAUTION
The unit is protected against damage caused by fault voltages that
may be present on lines under test. Do not connect the unit if the
maximum expected fault voltage is greater than 500 volts.

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Conventions
Before using the product described in this manual, you should understand the
following conventions:

WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in component damage. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.

IMPORTANT
Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.
2 Safety Information
WARNING
The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or
impair the protection provided by this unit.

IMPORTANT
When you see the following symbol on your unit , make sure
that you refer to the instructions provided in your user
documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required
conditions before using your product.

Electrical Safety
The AC adapter/charger provided with this unit (18 W/9 V) is specifically designed to
work with your MaxTester.

WARNING
 Use the AC/DC adapter/charger indoors only.
 Use only with a Class II AC/DC adapter, power limited output.
 On the AC/DC adapter, replacing detachable mains supply cords
with inadequately rated cords, may result in overheating of the
cord and create a fire risk.
 The adapter shall have the appropriate safety mark (for example
UL, CSA, TUV, CE, etc.) that is acceptable to the authorities in
the country where the equipment is to be used.

CAUTION
When using the MaxTester while connected to the AC/DC
adapter/charger, make sure you do not position the equipment so
that it is difficult to disconnect the adapter/charger from the
AC mains.

WARNING
Use only accessories that meet EXFO specifications.

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Equipment Ratings

Equipment Ratings

Temperature
 Operation  0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
 Storage  –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)

Relative humiditya
 unit   95 % non-condensing
 AC adapter  0 % to 80 % non-condensing

Maximum operation 3000 m (9842 ft)

altitude

Pollution degree 2 (when plugged to AC mains)b

3 (when operated from batteries)c

Overvoltage category II

Input powerd
 unit  24 V; 18 W
 AC adapter  100 - 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 0.7 A

a. Measured in 0 °C to 31 °C (32 °F to 87.8 °F) range, decreasing linearly to 50 %

at 40 °C (104 °F).
b. For indoor use only.
c. Equipment is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight,
precipitations and full wind pressure.
d. Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage.
3 Getting Started with the
MaxTester
Turning the Unit On/Off
When you turn the unit on, you may use it immediately under normal conditions.
When the unit is turned off, it keeps the following parameters in its internal
memory:
 Setup including application settings, phone and cable books, and test lead
characteristics.
 Profiles consisting of:
 Test parameters
 User-defined thresholds

Note: Save the current profile before turning the unit off or else any changes
are lost. See Save Profile page 48 for more information.

 Regional, LCD and energy-saving settings

 Test results saved internally vs. USB
There are two ways to turn off the MaxTester
 Suspend: the next time you turn your unit on, you will quickly return to your
work environment.
 Shutdown: completely cuts power to the unit; the unit will perform a complete
restart routine the next time you use it. You should perform a shutdown if you do
not intend to use your unit for a few hours or more.
To turn the unit on:
Press to start. The unit initializes for a few seconds and displays the Home pane.
To enter suspend mode:
Press for about 2 seconds. The MaxTester will stay in suspend mode for 2 hours,
after which it will automatically shutdown. This prevents complete battery
discharge and ensures maximum battery performance.
To perform a shutdown:
Hold down for about 4 seconds. The shutdown process starts.

Note: In both previous cases, if the power adapter is connected, the MaxTester
will simulate either a fake suspend or fake shutdown in order to
facilitate the charger.

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Using Menus and Keypad

You can access various tools from the keypad or menu. Menu options may differ
depending on your unit configuration.
Home menu is where you can access Copper Test, xDSL Test, or System Settings.
Each test has a sub menu.
 To navigate through the items, use the arrow keys.
 To confirm a choice or enter a menu, press .
 To cancel an action or return to the previous item or pane, press .
 To return to the home pane, press .
 Press once to return to the Main test menu or twice to return to the Home
page.

Note: Pressing while a test is running will do nothing. The test can not be
running in order to return to the main menu screen.

Note: You can also select an option directly by pressing the function keys
corresponding to the on-screen buttons at the bottom of the screen.

Using Online Help

Online help is available at any time. Most test operations pause while you view help,
but will resume automatically when you exit help.
To access help about the current function at any time:
Press and hold the ? key.
4 Setting Up the MAX-635
Home
Home presents the main menu page which allows you to
navigate between Copper Test, xDSL Test, and System
Settings using the left/right, up/down arrow keys on the
keypad.
Press to bring up the sub-menu of the selected icon:
 Copper Test opens the Copper Main menu
displaying the copper qualification testing
applications.
 xDSL Test opens the DSL Main menu for ADSL2+,
VDSL2, and multi-play services testing applications.
 System Settings allow you to set the parameters of
the unit.

System Settings
System Settings presents a menu of items to setup the
unit.
 Display and Language provides the setup for
backlight, information on the title bar, and language
choice.
 Date and Time sets the date and time and format.
 Power displays the battery status and power scheme.
 Software Options allows you to enable/disable
purchased feature options.
 Information shows unit details pertaining to
hardware/software/product info.
To navigate between the system settings:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

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Display and Language

To fit your work environment, you may adjust the LCD
brightness, display the time and Active Sync, and change
the display language. The values are kept in memory
when you turn the unit off.

Note: The LCD Backlight consumes battery power;

more brightness, more power consumption.

To adjust the display settings:

1. From , select System Settings, and then
Display and Language.
2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the setting to
change.
3. Press to select it.
 By using the up/down arrow keys, you can switch
between preset brightness levels in the Backlight item. Press to
confirm.
 To display the time and Active Sync in the title bar, enable the item. Press
after your selection to confirm.
 Use the up/down arrow keys to navigate between the available languages,
then press to select it. You will be prompted to restart your unit.
 To set which Home page the unit defaults to when pressing ,highlight
Start MaxTester using: and select from the list.
Date and Time
When saving results, the unit also saves the
corresponding Date and Time.
You can enter the date according to the following formats:
 yyyy-mm-dd
 dd-mm-yyyy
 mm-dd-yyyy
The time can be set according to the 12- or 24-hour
formats.
You can also modify the time zone and enable an option
so that your unit automatically adjusts the time for the
daylight saving period.
To set the date and time:
1. Press , select System Settings, and then Date
and Time.
2. Use the arrows to select any of the date or time settings.
3. Press to enable the modification controls.
 For the date and time, an edit screen is displayed with descriptive function
keys. Use the arrow keys to modify the number values, then press to
confirm the change and go back to the previous screen.
Press to go back to the previous screen without saving the new value.
 For the time format, auto daylight saving and time zone values, use the
arrow keys to select the desired value, then press to confirm the
change.

Power - Battery Status

The BATTERY Status pane indicates the current power
level for the battery.

Note: The battery level might not display after a

system upgrade but will become available
again after the next full charge.

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Power Schemes
You can set your unit to automatically switch to suspend mode independently for
the battery or DC power modes. This is useful for example if you want to save
battery power but do not want to be hindered by unwanted switches between
modes when using DC power.
 Power off completely shuts down the unit’s power.
 Power suspend puts the unit in sleep mode; you can
wake up the system by pressing .
 DC IN/BATTERY Idle timeout allows you to set the
time duration for the unit to idle (no keys pressed or
test being run) before turning off the LCD.
 DC IN/BATTERY suspend timeout allows you to set
the time duration for the unit to enter sleep mode.

Note: Setting the DC IN suspend timeout to the

lowest value and not to Never ensures the
unit enters suspend mode while the charger is
connected. Battery charging time is quickest
when the unit is in suspend mode.

Default Power Scheme settings are:

 LCD backlight turns off after system idles (no keys pressed) for 10 minutes.
 Unit switches to suspend mode after timeout: 10 min

To change the power scheme settings:

1. Press , select System Settings, and then Power.
2. Select the Power Schemes tab.
3. Under DC IN or BATTERY, use the arrow keys to select Idle/suspend timeout
modes. Press to view the list of available choices or use the left/right arrow
keys.
4. Select a new value, then press to confirm the choice. Repeat for the other
modes as needed.
Power - Calibration
The Calibration tab allows you to optimize the battery gas gauge accuracy.
 Calibration State:
 Completed displays after the calibration
procedure has been started and the DC plug was
not removed before the end was reached.
 In Progress displays when the calibration
procedure has been started but has not yet
reached the end.
 Aborted displays when the calibration procedure
has been started but the DC plug was removed
before the end.
 Idle displays after the next MaxTester cold boot.
 Gas Gauge Accuracy indicates the estimated battery
gas gauge accuracy.
 Below 10 % accuracy error is Very Good.
 Between 10 % and 20 % accuracy error is Good.
 Over 20 % accuracy error is Poor and a gas gauge calibration is needed in
order to get optimal accuracy.
The following on-screen messages may appear:
 Calibration Completed is displayed after the procedure has been started and
successfully completed.
 Calibration In Progress is displayed when the procedure has been started and
not yet completed.
 Calibration Aborted is displayed when the procedure has been started but the
DC plug was removed or a power failure occurred before the end, or if you
terminate the calibration.
To start the gas gauge calibration:
1. Select the Calibration button. Completion time is up to 20 hours depending on
the MaxTester's initial battery level and current power consumption.
2. Make sure the DC plug always stays connected and the unit is not turned off
until completion. Failing to do so will abort the procedure and previous
calibration parameters will be kept.

Note: No other activity can be performed on the unit during calibration.

Note: Going through this calibration does not affect the MaxTester's battery
capacity.

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Software Options
This screen lists all the Configured Options which are
present on the unit. Possible options are as follow:
 Copper Configured Options
 TDR
 RFL
 Fault Mapper
 Pair Detective
 30 MHz Wideband Testing
 DSL Configured Options
 VDSL2MOD (Support VDSL2 test)
 PING (Support Ping and IP login)
 FTP (FTP Test Support)
 Traceroute (Traceroute Test Support)
 Browser (Web Browser Support)
 IPTV (IPTV Test Support)

Information - About EXFO

The About tab contains contact information should you
require technical assistance.
MAX-635 Information
The Information tab displays information about the
product, software, and memory installed on the device.

Modem Settings
Modem Settings provide the means to configure the unit
power scheme.
 Display Modem allows you to display the modem
state in the title bar of the unit. Default value is Yes.
 Modem Power OFF:
 Immediately for when an xDSL test is completed
or stopped. In this mode, the modem is powered
on when xDSL test starts.
 Idle values power off the modem within a
defined period after an xDSL test is completed or
stopped.
 Never keeps the power on all the time.

Note: Setting the Modem Power OFF to Never

disables the charging function. This means
the operating time of the unit will be reduced since the battery
discharges while the unit is switched on.

To access the modem settings:

1. From , select xDSL Test, and then Modem Settings.
2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the setting to change.
3. Press to view the list of available choices or use the left/right arrow keys.
4. Press to confirm.

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5 Setting Up xDSL Tests

DSL Main Menu Page
DSL Main presents the main menu page which allows
you to navigate to each icon using the up/down left/right
arrow keys on the keypad. Press to bring up the
sub-menu of the selected icon:
 For Auto, xDSL, or Ethernet, the test will start and the
screen control will navigate to the Result Summary
page.
 Read Results opens the Read Results page of the
previously saved tests.
 Test Configuration provides the utilities to setup test
parameters.
 Modem Settings allows you to set the display and
power parameters of the modem.

Test Configuration
The MAX-635 supports 3 types of test applications: Auto Test, xDSL Test, and
Ethernet Test. Configuration parameters for all 3 test applications are saved into a
test configuration profile. A default profile is provided with a predefined set of
parameters for all test applications.
 Select Profile lists saved available profiles. The
current active profile is shown in the upper
information header. At power up, settings are read
from the last loaded profile.
 Profile Details lists the 3 types of tests for
configuration:
 Auto Test Setup
 xDSL Test Setup
 Ethernet Test Setup
 Factory Default resets system profiles to factory
default settings. Currently selected profiles, other than
system profiles, are not affected.
 Clone Profile allows you to create a new profile by
copying all parameters from the currently loaded
profile.
 Import Profile allows you to copy all profiles from external USB key to the unit.
 Export to USB allows you to copy all profiles to USB key.
Setup Profile Name
This alphanumeric editor screen allows you to change
parameter values and save changes to a new profile.
To use the editor screen:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrows to navigate the
on-screen keyboard.
2. Press to confirm the selection.

Profile Details Menu

You can view any of your saved profiles on the MAX-635
from the Profile Details menu by selecting the desired
test setup icon. This sub-menu displays an icon for each
test: Auto Test, xDSL, and Ethernet.
To select a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right navigation keys to select
the desired icon.
2. Press to display the test profile details.

Connection Setup
The Connection Setup tab allows you to configure the
line and access modes, etc of your test dependent on your
unit’s Software Options and model Information or
modem type, that is Annex A, B, or M.
The A2XAA unit only does Annex A and Bonding. Annex A
is on pair 1, 30a is on pair 1, and bonding uses pair 1 and
pair 2.
The A2XAB unit only does Annex A and Annex B where
Annex B is on pair 1, Annex A is on pair 2, and 30a is on
pair 1.
The setup options are as follow:
 Test Interface
 ADSL2+ - configured as ADSL1/2/2+ multi-mode
(ITU-T G.992.1/2/3/5 and ANSI T1.413)
 ADSL2+ (xA/P2) - same as previous with Annex A/Pair 2

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 ADSL2+ PTM is in packet transfer mode.

 ADSL2+ PTM (xA/P2) - same as previous with Annex A/Pair 2
 ADSLMulti supports G.DMT and T1.413 only.
 ADSL2Multi (xA/P2) - same as previous with Annex A/Pair 2
 VDSL2/ADSL2+ - (G.993.2) only available if the VDSL2 Software Option is
activated. VDSL2 configuration allows fallback to ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL.
 VDSL2/ADSL2+ (xA/P2) - same as previous with Annex A/Pair 2
 VDSL2/ADSL2+ PTM is in packet transfer mode.
 VDSL2/ADSL2+ PTM (xA/P2) - same as previous with Annex A/Pair 2
 VDSL2-30a (Pair 1) supports 30a profile support, as needed in the MDU
environment, for example.
 ADSL2+/VDSL2 Bonding is a purchasable option that allows testing of
2-pair bonded circuits.
 Ethernet
 Annex M allows you to Enable/Disable this option when Test Interface is
ADSL2+, VDSL2, or ADSL2+Bonding.

Note: Annex B and Annex A 30a are on DSL pair 1. All other Annex A are on
pair 2.

 Access Mode options are dependent on the Test Interface selection:

 If ADSL2+, ADSLMulti, and VDSL2/ADSL2+- available options are Sync Only,
Bridged (not in Auto Test), DHCP, Static, PPPoE, PPPoA, IPoA
 If VDSL2-30a, ADSL2+ Bonding, and VDSL2 Bonding - available options are
Sync Only, Bridged (not in Auto Test), DHCP, Static, PPPoE
For xDSL, the default is Bridged.
 For Ethernet - available options are Bridged, DHCP, Static, PPPoE.
 Auto Resync allows you to Enable the SyncLossCounter as the Pass/Fail criteria.
When SyncLossCounter+1 is reached, the test will have fail status.
If Auto Resync is disabled, any time the test loses sync, the result status will be
fail and the test will stop automatically.
 Keep Sync Time is either
 Continuous where the test runs until you manually stop it, or
 User Defined where you can set a Keep Sync Time Period. Default is
5 minutes.
 VLAN Support enables the unit to analyze and pass WAN tagged ethernet
frames through the virtual local area network (VLAN).
 VLAN ID is a virtual local area network (VLAN) tag ranging from 0 through 4094.
The entry is available only when VLAN Support is Enable.
 Vendor ID is the name of the unit. This entry is available only when Access
Mode is DHCP.
 VPI (ATM mode only) is the virtual path identifier (VPI) ranging from 0 through
255 for the downstream channel.
 VCI (ATM mode only) is the virtual circuit identifier (VCI) ranging from 32
through 65535 for the downstream channel.
 Encapsulation Type depends on the network configuration and sets the ATM to
either LLC also known as LLC-SNAP (logical link control-sub network address
protocol) or VC_MUX (virtual channel multiplex).
 Local Mac Address is the internal MAC address of the unit: either MaxTester or
User Defined.
 Mac Address is a specific MAC address, in a hexadecimal format, if
User Defined was selected for the previous parameter. This entry is available
only when Access Mode is DHCP or Static for ADSL2+.
 Static IP is the address of the current location assigned by the service provider.
This entry is available only if Obtain IP is set to Static.
The following parameters are available only when Access Mode is PPPoE or PPPoA.
 Login Name is your user ID.
 Password is your password.
 Obtain IP is either Dynamic where the access concentrator or broadband
remote access server assigns a temporary IP address to the unit, or Static
where you enter the IP address of the unit.
 WAN Login Timeout is a numeric setup entry.
The following parameters are available only when Access Mode is IPoA or Static.
 IP Address is the address for the unit that is actively connected to your
network or the internet at the time of login.
 Gateway is the IP address of the default gateway.
 Subnet Mask is the network address used to identify if the IP address is
within the same wide area network.
 DNS1 is the address of the primary domain name server to be used by the
unit. If DNS is unavailable, enter 0.0.0.0.
 DNS2 is the address of the secondary domain name server to be used by
the unit. If DNS is unavailable, enter 0.0.0.0.
The following parameters are available only when Test Interface is Ethernet.
 WAN/LAN Link Speed is a choice between Auto (negotiated during the link
establishment), 100 or 10 Mbit/s.
 WAN/LAN Connect Mode is Full- or Half-Duplex, when Link Speed is set to
either 100 or 10 Mbit/s.
To configure the setup options:
1. Press the up/down arrows to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
3. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.

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Thresholds
The Thresholds tab defines DSL parameter criteria. For
D/S (downstream) and U/S (upstream) data rates, there
are OK and Min (minimum) bit rates defined to indicate
unacceptable, marginal, and acceptable rates.
 D/S and U/S OK bit rate (Mbit/s):
 for ADSL - value limited to D/S 30 Mbit/s,
U/S 2 Mbit/s.
 for VDSL - D/S to 100 Mbit/s, U/S to 50 MBit/s.
 D/S and U/S Min SNR margin (dB) - values range
from 0 to 63.5. Default is 5.
 D/S and U/S Max Attenuation (dB) - values range
from 0 to 128. Default is 10.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrows to select the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
3. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.

LAN Setup
The LAN Setup tab is available only in xDSL test setup and
when the Access Mode set in Connection Setup is not
Sync Only. LAN Setup allows you to configure the
parameters required when working in Pass Through
Mode, and the LAN (local area network) is connected to
the external device which supports 10/100 Ethernet.
This tab is not available in Auto Test Setup.
 Pass Through Mode - Enable or Disable.
 LAN IP Address is the local network IP address of the
unit.
 Subnet Mask is the network address mask used to
identify if the IP address is within the same local area
network.
 DHCP Server enables the dynamic host configuration
protocol (DHCP) mode for the LAN side of the
connection.
 Platform Ip Address displays the IP address of the unit’s platform when the
DHCP Server is disabled.
To configure LAN setup values:
1. Press the up/down arrows to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
3. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.
Select Tests
The Select Tests page allows you to Enable/Disable the
following optional sub-tests, within the 3 types of test
applications.
 IPTV Test - when enabled, all other sub-tests are
automatically disabled.
 Ping is also known as ICMP echo request and
determines network connectivity and accessibility.
 FTP test verifies the file transfer speed of the file
download and upload.
 Traceroute is a complement tool of the Ping test to
determine why a destination cannot be reached, or
where the internet is broken.
 Web Browser Test can only be started when a WAN
connection (either through xDSL or Ethernet) has
been established.
When enabled, the sub-tests’ test pages are available in the results pages.
When highlighted, the sub-tests’ setup contents are shown on the Test Setup tab.

Note: Select Tests and Test Setup tabs are not available in Sync Only and
Bridged Access Modes.

To select sub-tests:
1. Press the up/down arrows to highlight the desired test.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to toggle between Enable/Disable.
OR
3. Press on any value to open the list box to toggle between Enable/Disable.

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Test Setup
The Test Setup tab allows you to configure values for the optional sub-tests within
the 3 types of test applications. You must highlight the sub-test on the Select Tests
page in order to display the sub-test’s parameters on the Test Setup page.

IPTV Test Setup

IPTV test supports STB (set-top box) emulation mode over
xDSL and Ethernet interfaces enabling the MaxTester to
join and leave multicast IPTV streams. The following
parameters can be configured from the Test Setup tab:
 Display Mode is either the Channel Name or # used
for displaying channel information in the result pages.
 IGMP Version is a value of either 2 or 3 used to send
IGMP join/leave messages.

Note: If you change the IGMP Version from the

default of 2 to 3, you must reboot your unit.

 Max TS Packet Loss Ratio is an editable percentage,

ranging from 1 to 50, used to qualify if the IPTV stream
is stable.
 Max ZAP Time is an editable value ranging from 0 to 10,000 that measures the
channel switch time in ms.
 Channel List Setup button accesses the page to configure parameters for
channel analysis.
 Auto IPTV Test Setup button accesses the setup page to automatically run an
IPTV test. This function is only available in Auto Test Setup application.
To configure test setup values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.
Channel List Setup
The Channel List Setup page in the IPTV test setup
provides a tool for you to create an alias table. It allows
you to join/leave an IPTV stream using a symbolic name
or TV channel number instead of the IP address.
Maximum entries in the table are 100, divided into pages.
 Channel Info lists 3 editable parameters:
 Channel # is a numeric value from 1 to 9999.
 Channel Name is a 24-character alphanumeric
entry.
 IP Address is a multicast address from 224.1.1.1
to 239.255.255.254.
 Previous/Next Entry buttons highlight the
previous/next entry in the table (up/down direction).
When the highlight reaches the first/last entry of the
alias table page, the button(s) is disabled.
 On-screen function buttons:
 Add/Insert adds currently edited channel info into the alias table below the
highlighted entry and moves the highlight to the newly added entry. If the
page is full, the bottom entry moves to the next page. Selecting the highlight
placement allows you add and group entries with similar parameters.
 Delete removes the highlighted entry in the alias table. If the deleted entry
was also present in the IPTV Channel Analysis list or Join/leave Test list in
Auto IPTV Test Setup page, it will also be removed from those lists.
 Accept replaces the edited value for the current highlighted entry. Use this
function for modification purposes.
 Page Up/Down display the previous/next page(s) of the alias table. If current
page is the first/last page, the button(s) are disabled.
To setup the channel list:
1. Press the up/down, right/left keys to select the desired channel parameter.
2. Use the on-screen function buttons to create or edit the channel list.
OR
3. Use the navigation keys to select the Previous/Next Entry button(s) and press
to select the entry to be highlighted and edited.

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Auto IPTV Test Setup

The Auto IPTV Test Setup page in the IPTV test setup
allows you to define 2 types of IPTV tests to run
automatically:
 IPTV Channel Analysis - Enable to add channels for
analysis. If disabled, channel analysis in auto test is
not performed.
 Stream Time defines the length of time, from 1 to
60 s, to keep the channel stream(s) for analysis.
 Channel 1-5 allows you to define up to 5 IPTV
channels for concurrent analysis.
 Join/leave Test - Enable to define a list of channels to
sequentially join and leave. If disabled, no test is
performed.
 Channel 1-10 allows you to define a list of up to
10 channels.
 On-screen function buttons:
 Add/Insert is available only when a blank entry is highlighted. When the
button is pressed, the first available channel from the alias Channel List is
automatically added to this list of channels. Upon highlighting another blank
entry, the next channel from the alias table is added, and so on.
 Delete removes the selected channel from the list.
You can Enable either one or both, but you cannot Disable both of them at same
time. If both tests are enabled, Join/leave Test runs first.
To configure test setup values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Ping Test Setup
The Test Setup tab is available only if Access Mode is not
Sync Only.
 Address Format is URL, IP Address, or Gateway.
 URL/IP Address lists either the URL or IP Address
where the unit pings.
 Packet Size is a value from 32 through 1200 of the
number of bytes sent in one packet. The default value
is 32.
 Total Pings is the total number of Ping packets to
send out from1 through 99. The default value is 3.
 Timeout is the time in seconds from 1 through 10, that
the unit will wait for a response back from the
destination device.
To configure test setup values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.

FTP Test Setup

The FTP test verifies the file transfer speed of the file
download and upload. The FTP Test Setup tab allows you
to configure the following parameters:
 Address Format is URL or IP Address.
 FTP Server Address lists either the URL or IP
Address.
 Login Name/Password is your user ID and password.
 Download File Name is the filename requested for
downloading, maximum 128 characters.
 Upload File Name is the filename used for uploading,
maximum 128 characters.
 Upload File Size (kB) is the number of bytes or size
of the file to be uploaded to the server.
 File Upload/Download - Enable/Disable options
available only in Auto Test Setup. Enable to perform the upload/download
operation automatically.

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To configure test setup values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.

Traceroute Test Setup

The Traceroute Test Setup tab allows you the configure
the following parameters:
 Address Format is URL or IP Address.
 Destination Address is the destination IP or URL
address.
 Max Hops specifies the maximum number of hops
(1 to 32) used in attempting to reach the destination
address.
 Timeout is the time in seconds from 1 to 10, that the
unit will wait for a response back from the destination
device.
To configure test setup values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. If you make any changes to the parameter values, press the on-screen function
keys to save or cancel your input.
Web Browser Test Setup
The Test Setup page for the Web browser content is
displayed when the Web Browser Test is highlighted on
the previous Select Tests tab. Here you can edit the
Bookmarks and Home URL.
 Bookmarks lists 9 entries. The default is http://.
The Bookmarks list is shared by all 3 tests (Auto Test,
xDSL and Ethernet tests). If the list is changed in one test,
the changes are reflected in the other two.
 Home URL acts as the Home URL for the Web
browser test page when started. It is independent
among the 3 types of test applications.
 Copy to Home URL allows you to set a highlighted
URL as the Home URL.
To configure the Web browser setup:
1. Press the up/down arrows to highlight the desired entry in the list.
2. Press to access the edit screen.
3. If you make any changes to the test values, press the on-screen function keys to
save or cancel your input.

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6 xDSL Test Results

The MAX-635 is designed to make xDSL turn-up easy. The unit will emulate an
ATU-R to the point that it can handshake and connect with an ATU-C and report the
upstream and downstream parameters. Simply connect to the line, turn on the
MAX-635, and select a test to run. Results obtained include upstream and
downstream throughput and noise margin.

xDSL Connection Summary

The Connection Summary tab allows you to view the pass/fail status and details of
the test results.
When the Test Interface for Auto Test or xDSL is set to ADSL2+ or VDSL2 bonding
mode, there will be 2 columns of results. While the test is running, 2 soft LEDs will
appear above these columns displaying the 2-DSL line condition. The pass/fail status
is based on the 2-DSL line connection state and combined data rate. Once the test is
completed, these 2 soft LEDs disappear and the pass/fail icon is displayed. at the top
of the screen.
 Line Status displays the status of the line under test
during negotiation with the DSLAM. The value
changes from Idle /Activate /Handshake /Training
/Showtime for ADSL2+ or VDSL2 mode.
 Operation Mode is the xDSL mode of operation,
bonded or non-bonded, as negotiated between the
unit and the DSLAM.
 Downstream/Upstream SNR is a value ranging from 0
through 63.5 for the minimum SNR (signal-to-noise
ratio) margin.
 Downstream/Upstream Max Bitrate displays the D/S
(downstream) and U/S (upstream) maximum
attainable bit rates that the circuit can handle as
determined by the remote terminal and CO during the
training phase. Values can be greater than the actual
bit rate.
If the Operation Mode is bonded, the 2-DSL line Max Bitrate is combined.
 Downstream/Upstream actual bit rates are displayed by graphic bars and the
current actual values appear as numbers.
 Downstream/Upstream bit rate values are shown in yellow region if they are
greater than Min threshold and less than OK threshold.
 Downstream/Upstream bit rate values are shown in red region if they are
less than Min threshold.
If the Operation Mode is bonded, the actual bit rate is a summary of both
DSL lines.
Ethernet Connection Summary
When set up over Ethernet, the available test results are the following:
 WAN/LAN Port Line Status displays either Connected
or Disconnected for the particular line connection
under test.
 WAN/LAN Port LinkSpeed is Auto (negotiated during
the link establishment), 100 or 10 Mbps.
 WAN/LAN Port ConnectMode is Full- or Half-Duplex,
when Link Speed is either 100 or 10 Mbps.
 The Total number of Received and Transmitted
Bytes, Packets, and Ethernet Errors are also
displayed during the test.

WAN Status
The WAN Status tab allows you to view the status of the
connection between the WAN port of the unit and the ISP.
 WAN Access specifies the encapsulation method used
by the network and consists of the following types:
 PPPoE is point-to-point protocol over Ethernet.
 PPPoA is point-to-point protocol over ATM.
 DHCP is Dynamic Host Control Protocol which is
used to dynamically assign an IP address for the
client node on the network.
 Static IP is the current location assigned by the
service provider or user.
 IPoA stands for classical Internet Protocol over
ATM.
 WAN Status value changes as per current WAN Status.
 Assigned IP displays IP address information assigned
to the unit that is connected to the network.
 Gateway is the IP address of the default gateway.
 Subnet Mask is the network address used to identify if the IP address is within
the same WAN.
 DNS1 is the address of the primary domain name server to be used by the unit.
 DNS2 is the address of the secondary domain name server to be used by
the unit.
 VPI is the virtual path identifier value. Not available in PTM mode.
 VCI is the virtual circuit identifier value. Not available in PTM mode.

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LAN Status
The LAN Status tab allows you to view the customer
information configured for the LAN (local area network).
 LAN IP is the local network IP address of the unit.
 LAN Subnet Mask is the network address mask used
to identify if the IP address is within the same local
area network.
 The Total number of Received and Transmitted
Bytes, Packets, and Errors are also displayed during
the test.

IPTV Summary
The IPTV Summary tab allows you to view the pass/fail
status and test results of the IPTV streams and actions
(Join/Leave).
 Line Rate is the actual rate achieved by the circuit,
in Mbps.
 IP Bit Rate is the IP data rate for the IPTV service,
including all channels detected.
 Total IP Packet Loss is the total number of packets
lost, with errors, or out of sequence, during the
test period.
 Current Stream lists a maximum of 5 live channel
streams by name and IP Address.
 Zap is the time in ms, required for a channel
change or join, and is one of the key factors to be
considered when evaluating the IPTV quality of
service (QoS).
 Loss is the percentage of IP packet loss during the last one-second period.
To view the Channel Analysis, press from the IPTV Summary tab.
Channel Analysis
The Channel Analysis function provides a separate tab for
every live stream channel. Each channel displays the
following information:
 Stream Rate Info
 Transport Rate (kbit/s)
 IP Packet Rate (kbit/s)
 Stream Content lists the statistical information
about the Video, Audio, and Program
Association/Map Table(s) content for each MPEG
video analyzed stream.
 PID is a unique integer value or packet identifier
(PID) that indicates the type of data that is stored
in the packet payload of the video stream.
 Rate (kbit/s) is the rate calculated of a given
stream content.
 Stream Error Indicator
 TS Packet Loss Counter is the number of packets lost, with errors, or out of
sequence, during the test period in the transport stream.
 TS Packet Loss Ratio (%) is the percentage of IP packet loss during a one
second period in the transport stream.

Join Leave
The Join Leave tab displays a list of IPTV channels from
the alias table, their activity (measured Zap time), and
pass/fail status. Upon successful WAN connection, the
Join/Leave Channel lists and Join and Leave buttons
are shown.

Note: Join and Leave buttons are not shown in

Auto Test since join and leave are
automatically executed.

To join/leave channels:
1. Press Join to have the STB send an IGMP report with
the multicast IP address.
2. Press Leave to inform the network to stop sending the
current stream.

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DSL Parameter Details

The DSL Param Details tab displays the Downstream and Upstream parameter
results configured in the xDSL tests.
When the Test Interface for Auto Test or xDSL is set to ADSL2+ or VDSL2 bonding
mode, there will be 2 pages of results, one for each DSL line-pair.
To access the second-pair results, press the Pair 1/2 function key at the
bottom-right of the screen.
 Line Status displays the status of the line under test
during negotiation with the DSLAM. The value
changes from Idle /Activate /Handshake /Training
/Show Time for ADSL2+ or VDSL2 mode.
 Operation Mode is the DSL mode of operation as
negotiated between the unit and the DSLAM.
 CO Vendor ID is a unique 4-digit alphanumeric
identifier of the DSL chipset manufacturer used on the
CO (central office) side.
 CO Version is the version number of the unique
alphanumeric identifier of the DSL chipset used on
the CO side.
 Sync loss count is the number of times the unit lost
synchronization.
 Parameter - Downstream/Upstream
 Actual Data Rate displays the values at which the unit and CO are
connected, as negotiated during the training phase. The values should
represent what the CO was set to, unless the DSL link is being subjected to
high levels of noise/crosstalk.
 SNR is the signal-to-noise ratio margin measured on the line.
 Attenuation is line attenuation measured during the training phase.

Note: DSL Param Details displays Attenuation for ADSL1/2/2+ only. See
Band Information for VDSL2 attenuation.

 Capacity is the capacity of the line as a ratio of achieved bit rate over the
maximum attainable bit rate presented as a percentage (%). A high value
could mean that the link is nearing its maximum capabilities while a low
value could mean the link is being under utilized (sometimes intentionally –
verify your local DSLAM setup).
 Maximum Data Rate displays the maximum attainable bit rates that the
circuit can handle as determined by the remote terminal and CO during the
training phase. Values can be greater than the actual bit rate.
  Output Power is the current transmit power level that is a measure of the
aggregated transmit power.
 Latency is the path type, Fast or Interleave, set by the service provider at
the CO. The use of the interleaved path means greater delay in the delivery
of data but it is less susceptible to noise or crosstalk due to increased
Reed-Solomon coding and FEC (forward error checking). The use of the
fast path means little or no delay in the delivery of data but it is more
susceptible to noise and crosstalk.
 Interleave Delay defines the mapping (relative spacing) between
subsequent input bytes at the interleave input and their placement in the bit
stream at the interleave output.
 INP is the level of impulse noise protection.
 Interleave Depth defines the number of bits (or bytes) in each block of
data.
 Bitswap specifies the status of the bit swapping mechanism - Active, Not
Active, or Unknown - swapping bits from tone m to tone n to prevent
modem retraining.
 Trellis or Trellis Coded Modulation (TCM) is a type of convolutional code
which utilizes parity bits on each symbol within a continuous data stream.
When the line is connected, Trellis displays either On or Off.
 Phy-R is Broadcom proprietary Physical Layer Retransmit technology which
is used to overcome impulse noise.
G.INP is the level of ground impulse noise protection and is only shown if
Phy-R is not active.

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DSL Statistics
The DSL Statistics tab allows you to view transfer mode statistics and DSL counters.
When the Test Interface for Auto Test or xDSL is set to ADSL2+ or VDSL2 bonding
mode, there will be 2 pages of results, one for each DSL line-pair.
To access the second-pair results, press the Pair 1/2 function key at the
bottom-right of the screen.
 DSL Counters lists the Local and Remote results for
the following counters:
 CRC is the cyclical redundancy check
Interleaved/Fast counter.
 FEC is the Reed Solomon forward error
correction.
 FEC Seconds is the number of seconds when FEC
is detected.
 Error Seconds is the number of seconds when
code violation is detected.
 HEC is the header error check (HEC)
Interleaved/Fast counter. Available only in ATM
connection mode.
 Parameter - Received/Transmitted
 Bytes records the number of active (non-idle) PTM/ATM cells or frames on
a channel.
 Packets displays the number of packets.
 Transport Type options include PTM (packet transfer mode) and ATM
(asynchronous transfer mode).
 Sync loss count is the number of times the unit lost synchronization.
 Vector State (only displayed for single VDSL2 connection) is Active/Not Active.
 KL0 displays the attenuation on the line for a particular frequency.
 EWL is the estimated wire length and is based on the KL0.
Band Information
The Band Information tab allows you to view a list of individual upstream or
downstream band parameter details.
When the Test Interface for Auto Test or xDSL is set to ADSL2+ or VDSL2 bonding
mode, there will be 2 pages of results, one for each DSL line-pair.
To access the second-pair results, press the Pair 1/2 function key at the
bottom-right of the screen.
 The page contains Upstream and Downstream
parameters. Press to toggle between bands.
 ADSL lists only 1 of each.
 VDSL lists US0 to 3 and DS1 to 3 possible bands,
depending on the band plan.
 Parameter - Downstream/Upstream
 SNR Margin is the measured current
signal-to-noise ratio margin across all active
sub-carriers, as an amount of increased noise
relative to the measured noise power that the
system would be able to tolerate. Only a value of 6
or above is able to support a bit error rate of 10-7.
 Loop Attenuation is the current quality of the line
and is measured only once during testing.
 Signal Attenuation is the current reduction of signal strength and is
measured periodically when the line is connected.
 Tx Power is the upstream/downstream transmitting power for the
selected band.

Loop Diagnostics
The Loop Diagnostics tab displays characteristics and
potential problems on the line, in graphical format. There
are 3 separate graphs for each pair:
 Downstream SNR per Bin presents the downstream
signal-to-noise ratio per bin.
 Downstream ATTN per Bin shows the downstream
attenuation from Hlog (Channel Response).
 Downstream QLN per Bin shows the downstream
PSD noise from quiet line noise.
Press to switch between graphs.

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Data Tests Summary

The Data Tests Summary tab displays the pass/fail status
of the selected data tests enabled in the connection setup.
A successful WAN connection must be established in
order to view the detailed results.
To view individual data test results:
1. Press the up/down navigation keys to select the
desired test.
2. Press to display the test result details.

Ping Test
The Ping Test tab allows you to view the Pass/Fail summary status of either a Ping
Address or Ping Gateway.
 Status is the status of the Ping test performed.
 Ping IP/URL is the IP Address or domain name of the
destination being pinged.
 Packet Size is the number of bytes sent in one packet.
 Packets Sent is the number of packets sent.
 Packets Received is the number of packets received.
 Average Round Trip Time is the duration in
milliseconds (ms) it took the data to reach the
destination device and come back.
 Ping IP Address is the destination IP address.
 Ping URL is the destination URL address.
 Packet Size is the number of bytes sent in one packet
ranging from 32 through 1200 (default is 32 bytes).
 Total Pings is the total number of Ping requests to be sent.
FTP Test
The FTP Test tab displays the FTP download and upload
results configured in the connection setup, and a pass/fail
summary status of whether or not the file transfer protocol
(FTP) was completed successfully or not.
Except for Auto Test, FTP parameters can be reconfigured
and have information updated from this tab by using the
on-screen FTP Download/Upload buttons.

Trace Route Test

The Trace Route Test tab allows you to view the pass/fail
status of the IP packet sent to a specified IP destination,
and the path and time taken to do so.
Except for Auto Test, Traceroute parameters can be
reconfigured and have information updated from this tab
by using the on-screen Trace URL or Trace IP buttons.

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Web Browser
The Web browser results screen is available only if the
software option is enabled. Web browser results
screen contains the following functions:
 URL Box displays the current Web address to be
connected.
 The Go button starts the specified URL or reloads the
previous Web page.
 On-screen function keys:
 Back retrieves the previous Web page (if
available). If no Web page was previously
browsed, this key is disabled.
 Enter Text opens the editor screen allowing you
to type an entry.
 Bookmarks opens the Bookmarks page allowing
you to select a URL from the list or save the current URL to Bookmarks. You
must press to enable the Bookmarks key.
 Refresh reloads the current Web page.
 STOP halts loading the Web page. If the Web page has already loaded, the
key is disabled.
 Forward takes you to the next Web page (if available). If no Web page was
browsed after the current page, this key will be disabled.
To edit the Web address:
1. Press to highlight the URL box.
2. Press to bring up the edit screen and modify the Web address. The edited
URL can be used to browse the Web page temporarily but it will not be saved as
the Home URL.
To navigate the Web browser page:
1. Use the keypad arrow keys to move the on-screen cursor. When the cursor
reaches the edge of the viewing area, the Web browser page scrolls
up/down/left/right. The cursor turns into a text edit tool when scrolling over an
editable box or a hand tool when hovering near a hyperlink.
2. Press to start the desired outcomes.
3. Press to load the Home URL page.
4. Press to exit from the Web browser test.
Bookmarks
The Bookmarks page allows you to select from a list of
URLs or save the current one.
 URL box shows the current URL in the Web browser
page.
 On-screen function keys:
 Add to Bookmarks copies the current URL to the
Bookmarks list above the highlight. When the list
reaches the maximum 9 URLs, the key is
disabled.
 Set as URL copies the highlighted URL to the URL
box.
 GO saves the bookmarks and starts the Web
connection using the address in URL box.
Press to exit from the Bookmarks page avoiding all
actions and return to the Web browser page.

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7 Saving and Reading xDSL

Test Results
Save Results
You can save a snapshot of test results into a result file during or after an xDSL test
performed with the MAX-635. Each Auto Test, xDSL, and Ethernet test includes a
Save Results tab to do so.
When a test is completed or stopped, a Confirm Save Results dialogue box pops
up. Selecting Yes displays the Save Results screen where the following information
can be entered:
 File Name opens an editor screen where you can
enter a desired file name.
 Save button saves the results in binary format for the
test executed.
 Export Format generates results of a pre-executed
test in the following formats:
 binary
 HTML
 XML
 Export File Name opens an editor screen where you
can enter a desired export file name.
 Export button sends the results, in the selected
format, to a USB key. If more than one USB key is
attached to the device, you’ll be asked to select one
from a list of all USB keys attached to the unit.

Note: If the test is still running (not completed or stopped), only the first two
entries are available and the results are saved to binary format.

To save or export results:

1. Press the up/down arrows to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options,
Or
3. Press to open the on-screen keyboard. to enter or edit a File Name.
4. Press the up/down left/right arrows to navigate the on-screen keyboard.
5. Select the desired function key to complete your selection.
6. Select Save or Export buttons and press to confirm your selection.
Read Results Menu
You can view any of your saved results with the MAX-635
from the Main menu and selecting the Read Results icon.
The sub-menu displays an icon for each test: Auto Test,
xDSL, and Ethernet.
To select a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right navigation keys to select
the desired icon.
2. Press to display a list of the saved test results.

Read Results
Based on the selected value for the test type, the list of
result files is displayed by File Name and test date and
time. The format of Test Date Time is per the selection in
System Settings.
When a file in the list is selected and enter key is pressed,
it will read the file and display the results.
To recall any of the saved data:
1. Press and select Read Results.
2. Select one of the Read test Result icons.
3. Select a file in the list using the up/down arrow keys.
4. Press to open the file and display the results.

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8 Setting Up Copper Tests

The MAX-635 is designed to test basic twisted pair quality, identify and locate faults,
and troubleshoot noise and signal issues. These measurements offer a quick and
thorough method to determine if the cable is capable of supporting xDSL
technology. In addition, it utilizes noise measurements, longitudinal balance tests,
and power spectral density tests to assist in the installation, maintenance, and
troubleshooting of copper cables.

Copper Test Main Menu

Copper Main presents the main copper menu page
which allows you to navigate between all the copper
qualification testing applications using the up/down,
left/right arrow keys on the keypad.
Press to run a test, bring up the sub-menu, or perform
the application of the selected icon.
Test Configuration
Before performing copper tests, you can set up the software settings and values for
the cables. The MaxTester 635 allows you to save test parameters and threshold
settings to different profiles and reuse them as needed.
The Test Configuration menu provides the utilities to
setup test parameters. The MAX-635 supports several
types of copper test applications. Test parameters and
thresholds are saved into a test configuration profile. A
Profile Default is provided with a predefined set of
parameters for all test applications.

Note: Cable parameters are not included in these

profiles but can be configured in Setup.

 Select Profile lists available profiles saved in the

internal memory. The current active profile is shown
in the upper information header.
An asterisk "*" on the currently Selected Profile name
indicates that modifications have been made to this
profile in the Threshold Settings or parameters of a particular test.
At power up, settings are read from the last loaded profile.
 Profile Details lists the tests for configuration:
 Pair Detective
 Fault Mapper
 Auto Test
 Multimeter
 Noise Tests
 Frequency Tests
 TDR
 Copy to USB allows you to copy all profiles found in the internal memory to an
external USB device. If the profile name already exists in the destination folder,
Copy (x) will be appended to the profile name, where x corresponds to the
number of copies starting from 1.
 Copy from USB allows you to copy all profiles found on an external USB device
to the unit.
 Delete Profile allows you to delete a profile (except the default profile) on the
unit.
 Profile Default resets the current test setup to the factory default profile. If
selected, a dialogue box pops up to confirm that all single and auto test settings
will revert to factory test settings.
 Save Profile allows you to save changes made to selected profile. An asterisk
"*" on the Selected Profile name indicates that modifications have been made
in the Threshold Settings or parameters of a particular test. the following
function keys.

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To save a profile, use one of the following function keys:

 Save allows you to save to the currently selected profile name.
 Save As opens the alphanumeric editor screen allowing you to enter a new
name for the profile selected.
 Don’t Save deletes the message box without saving the changes to the
currently selected profile.
To navigate between the configuration icons:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

Select Profile
The Select Profile page lists the available profiles in the
internal memory, by Profile Name and Modification
Date.
The Selected Profile displays the current active profile.
To select a profile:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry and press . The profile is loaded and the
Selected Profile is updated with the current
selection.
OR
2. Press to cancel your selection and go back to the
Test Configuration menu.

Profile Details Main Menu

You can view any of your saved profiles on the MaxTester
635 from the Profile Details menu by selecting the
desired test icon. An asterisk "*" on the currently Selected
Profile name indicates that modifications have been
made to this profile in the Threshold Settings or
parameters of a particular test.
Each test displays a sub-menu of test icons to select and
setup.
To select a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to display the sub-menu test icons.
Multimeter Profile Details
The profile details Multimeter main menu allows you to
view the test threshold and parameters of the following
tests:
 Voltage
 Current
 Resistance
 Resistive Balance
 Isolation
 Capacitance/Opens

To navigate between the test profiles:

1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

Noise Tests Profile Details

The profile details Noise Tests main menu allows you to
view the test threshold and parameters of the following
tests:
 VF Noise
 Power Influence
 VF Impulse Noise
 WB PSD Noise
 WB Impulse Noise

To navigate between the test profiles:

1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

Frequency Tests Profile Details

The profile details Frequency Tests main menu allows
you to view the test threshold and parameters of the
following tests:
 VF/AC Balance
 WB Balance
 WB Attenuation

To navigate between the test profiles:

1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

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Auto Test Profile Details

The profile details Auto Test main menu allows you to
view the test threshold and parameters of the following
tests:
 POTS Auto Test
 User Auto Test

To navigate between the test profiles:

1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

Delete Profile
Delete Profile lists all profiles found on the internal
memory except the default profile, which cannot be
removed.
Selected Profile displays the profile name in use.
To delete a profile:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the entry to
be removed and press .
2. Press the Delete function key to remove the entry
from the unit.
OR
3. Press to cancel your selection, remove any display
message, and go back without impacting any profiles.
Setup
The Setup function allows you to set up parameters common to all tests.
To access the Setup function:
1. On the Home pane, highlight Copper Test, then press .
2. From the Copper Main page select Setup and press .
Setup presents a menu of items to setup copper tests.
 Phone Book includes pages to setup and save groups
of phone numbers.
 Cable Book includes pages to select, add, clone, and
delete a cable, as well as modify its details.
 Application Settings include the following pages:
General, Standard, Identification, File Name, and
Buzzer. Current settings are kept in memory and are
independent of the profiles.
 Factory Default allows you to revert the Phone Book
and/or Application Settings to the factory default
values.
 Test Lead Compensation overwrites the current test
lead characteristics to start resistance and capacitance compensation based on
the cable temperature of the test lead.
To navigate between the setup icons:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

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Phone Book
The Phone Book menu presents a selection of functions
which allow you to manage the groups of phone numbers
relevant to performing the copper tests. It can include a
maximum of 50 groups of up to 3 individual entries each.
The functions are as follow:
 Select Group/Entry
 Phone Book Details
 Add Group
 Clone Group
 Delete Group
 Load Phone Book
 Save Phone Book

To navigate between the phone book functions:

1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

Select Group/Entry
The page lists entries by Group ID and Entry Name/Type.
There is 1 group of 3 factory default entries which cannot
be edited or deleted. The Phone Book can include a
maximum of 50 groups.
Group # in use displays the group number in use.
To select a group and entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry and press . The Group # in Use is updated
with the current selection.
OR
2. Press to cancel your selection and go back to the
Phone Book menu.
Phone Book Details
The Phone Book Details page allows you to view and
modify the Phone Book parameters of the currently
highlighted phone entry. As well, you can enable/disable
entries 2 and 3 in each phone group. When creating a
new phone group, only entry 1 is enabled. Entries 2 and 3
remain disabled until entry 1 is filled in.
 Group ID displays the group ID number. This is the
only parameter that cannot be modified however you
can navigate between the available phone groups.
 Entry Name is the name of the entry in the Phone
Book.
 Phone Number is the 10-digit numeric phone number
of the entry.
 Type displays the following list of values:
 Milliwatt tone
 Drop battery
 Quiet line
 - (for additional line types)
 Enable displays either Yes or No.
 Accept function key validates and updates all the parameters of the Phone
Book.
To view and modify the group details:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press the Accept function key to update the Phone Book with your changes.

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Add Group
The Add Group page allows you to add a new group entry
into the Phone Book using the following parameters for
the currently highlighted Group ID.
 Group ID displays the group ID number. This
parameter that cannot be modified.
 Entry Name is the name of the entry in the Phone
Book.
 Phone Number is the 10-digit numeric phone number
of the entry.
 Type displays the following list of values:
 Milliwatt tone
 Drop battery
 Quiet line
 - (for additional line types)
 Enable displays either Yes or No.
 Add function key adds the new group entry to the Phone Book.

To add a new group entry:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press the Add function key to append the new group entry to the end of the
Phone Book. If the maximum number of Phone Book entries has been
reached, delete an entry before adding a new one.
Clone Group
The Clone Group page allows you to copy the details of
an existing entry to a new group entry in the Phone Book.
The page lists all entries by Group ID.
The list can display a maximum of 50 entries.
Group # In Use displays the Group ID number in use.
To clone a group entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry.
2. Press the Clone function key to copy the details of the
highlighted entry and append a new Group ID to the
list.
OR
3. Press to cancel your selection and go back to the
Phone Book menu.

Delete Group
The Delete Group page allows you to delete a group
entry from the Phone Book. The page lists all entries by
Cable ID.
Group # in Use displays the group number in use.
To delete a group entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the entry to be
removed.
2. Press the Delete function key to remove the selected
entry from the Phone Book. If you try to delete a
cable in use, a warning message pops-up and
changes the Group # in Use to Group 1 by default.
OR
3. Press to cancel your selection, remove any display
message, and go back without impacting the Phone Book.

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Load Phone Book

The Load Phone Book page allows you to import a phone
book. The page displays the file name and date of the last
phone book loaded. Only .csv files are supported.
 The Storage Location lists the load destinations:
 MT Internal Memory
 USB
 File Name lists the phone book file name(s) to load.
 Load button imports the selected phone book. You
will be prompted for confirmation since this action
will overwrite the current phone book.
 Cancel button removes the confirmation/warning
message without impacting the phone book.
To load a phone book:
1. Select the Storage Location using the left/right arrow keys.
OR
2. Press to display the list of options.
3. Using the up/down arrow keys, select a file name to load.
4. Press Load and confirm. The unit will remove the existing phone book and
replace it by the loaded one.
OR
5. Press Cancel to remove the message.

Save Phone Book

The Save Phone Book page allows you to save or export a
phone book.
 Save File allows you to enter a file name of the
current phone book to save. By default, the name is
phone_book.csv.
 The Storage Location lists the save destinations:
 MT Internal Memory
 USB
 Save button saves the selected file.

Note: The unit will overwrite any document with the

same file name found on the disk, without
warning.

To save a phone book:

1. Accept the default file name or press to create a new one using the edit
screen.
2. Select a Storage Location.
3. Press Save.
Dialer Function
The Dialer function provides a dial-up path from the
MAX-635 to another tester (or quiet termination or silent
switchman) through a switched circuit network. DTMF
(dual-tone multi-frequency) transmission is enabled via
the phone keypad allowing you to place POTS calls. The
dialer can be accessed from the Copper Main pane and is
also integrated into individual test screens to give you
quick access to the manual dialer function, speed dial and
last dialed lists, without exiting the current test
application.
To access the Dialer function:
1. On the Home pane use the up/down arrow keys to
highlight Copper Test, then press .
2. From the Copper Main page select Dialer and
press .

Dialer
The Dialer function allows you to use the unit as a
telephone (with the built-in speaker or external headset)
and the on-screen phone keypad as a dialer when Enter
Number is invoked, whether in the test results screens or
through the separate dedicated Dialer application. The
following functions can be accessed from this page:
 Dialing Status shows the current status of the dialed
number.
 Group ID displays the group ID number of the dialed
number if it was selected from the Phone Book.
 Entry ID displays the Entry Name of the dialed
number if it was selected from the Phone Book.
 Enter Number displays the telephone number
entered or selected from the Recent Dialed Numbers
list or Phone Book.
 Recent Dialed Numbers button opens a list of recently dialed numbers for
selection.
 Select From Phone Book button allows you to select a number from the Phone
Book.
 Function Keys
 Dial/Hang Up allows you to dial the selected or entered number, or hang up
the dialer.
 Add To PhoneBook saves the entered number to the Phone Book.
 Mute/Unmute Speaker changes the speaker status.
 Volume adjusts the volume level.

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To dial a number:
1. Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight an entry or button and press .
2. Enter a new phone number using the on-screen keypad or select an existing
one from the lists.
3. Press the Dial function key to start the call.

Enter Number
The Enter Number box is where you enter the phone
number you wish to dial.
To enter a phone number:
1. Press any of the buttons on the key pad by using the
navigation keys on the unit and pressing . The
selected numbers are entered in the text box.
2. Press Pause to enter a 1-second pause while dialing.
For example, pressing Pause consecutively 3 times,
creates a 3-second pause.
3. Move left or right in the text box by using
Cursor Left/Right function keys.
4. Delete a character by moving the cursor to the left of
the character and pressing the Delete function key.
5. Press Done function key when you have completed entering a phone number.

Note: Alphabets on the key pad are for reference only. Pressing any of the
buttons will not show the alpha-character in the text box.

Recent Dialed Numbers

The Select Number page lists a maximum of 8 recently
dialed telephone numbers which you can select to make
your call.
To select a recently dialed number:
1. Use the up/down arrow keys to select an entry.
2. Press to confirm your choice. The number is
automatically entered in the Enter Number field of
the Dialer page.
Select from Phone Book
The Select Entry read-only page lists entries by Group ID
and Entry Name/Type. There is 1 group of 3 factory
default entries. The Phone Book can include a maximum
of 50 groups.
Group # in Use displays the group number in use.
To select a group and entry:
Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry and press . The Group # in Use is updated with
the current selection and automatically entered in the
Enter Number field of the Dialer page.

Add to Phone Book

The Add Group page allows you to add a new group entry
into the Phone Book using the following parameters for
the currently highlighted Group ID.
 Group ID displays the group ID number. This
parameter that cannot be modified.
 Entry Name is the name of the entry in the Phone
Book.
 Phone Number is the 10-digit numeric phone number
of the entry.
 Type displays the following list of values:
 Milliwatt tone
 Drop battery
 Quiet line
 -
 Enable displays either Yes or No.
 Add function key adds the new group entry to the Phone Book.

To add a number to the phone book:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press the Add function key to append the new group entry to the end of the
Phone Book. If the maximum number of Phone Book entries has been
reached, delete an entry before adding a new one.

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Cable Book
The Cable Book menu allows you to select, add, clone,
and delete a cable, as well as modify its details, such as:
 Select Cable
 Cable Details
 Add Cable
 Clone Cable
 Delete Cable

To navigate between the cable book functions:

1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select an icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

Select Cable
The Select Cable page lists entries by Cable ID and Cable
Name. There are a minimum of 10 factory default cable
entries which cannot be edited or deleted. The list can
display a maximum of 25 entries.
Cable # in Use displays the Cable ID number in use.
To select a cable in use:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry and press . The Cable # in Use is updated
with the current selection.
OR
2. Press to cancel your selection and go back to the
Cable Book menu.

Cable Details
The Cable Details page allows you to view the cable
parameter details of the currently highlighted cable entry.
 Cable ID displays the cable ID number.
 Cable Name is the name of the cable in the Cable
Book.
 Cable Gauge is the gauge system for measuring wire
sizes in AWG (American Wire Gauge) units or mm
(metric wire size).
 Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Capacitance T-R/A-B specifies a value for the
capacitance per length constant.
 Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E specifies a value for
the capacitance per length to ground constant.
 Resistance specifies a value for the resistance constant of the cable.
 Attenuation @ 300 kHz specifies a value for the reduction in signal strength or
insertion loss of the cable.
 VOP is the velocity of propagation for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light.
 Temperature specifies the temperature of reference at which all cable
parameters have been measured, in either F (Fahrenheit) or C (Celsius) units.
The measurement units are updated based on the Temperature settings in
Setup/Application Settings/Standard.
To view and modify the cable details:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press the Accept function key to update the cable details with your changes.

Add Cable
The Add Cable page allows you to add a new cable entry
into the Cable Book using the following parameters for
the currently highlighted Cable ID.
 Cable ID displays the cable ID number. This
parameter that cannot be modified.
 Cable Name is the name of the cable in the Cable
Book.
 Cable Gauge is the gauge system for measuring wire
sizes in AWG (American Wire Gauge) units or mm
(metric wire size).
 Cable Fill allows you to select the type of material the
cable can be filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp 5, PR, or
2 PR.
 Capacitance T-R/A-B allows you to specify a value for the capacitance per
length constant.
 Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E allows you to specify a value for the
capacitance per length to ground constant.
 Resistance allows you specify a value for the resistance constant of the cable.
 Attenuation @ 300 kHz allows you to specify a value for the reduction in signal
strength or insertion loss of the cable.
 VOP allows you to set the velocity of propagation for the cable as a ratio of the
speed of light.
 Temperature specifies the temperature of reference at which all cable
parameters have been measured.
 Add function key adds the new cable entry to the Cable Book.

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To add a new cable entry:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press the Add function key to append the new cable entry to the end of the
Cable Book. If the maximum number of Cable Book entries has been reached,
delete an entry before adding a new one.

Clone Cable
The Clone Cable page allows you to copy the cable
details of an existing entry to a new cable entry in the
Cable Book. The page lists all entries by Cable ID and
Cable Name.
The list can display a maximum of 25 entries of which 10
are factory default.
Cable # In Use displays the Cable ID number in use.
To clone a cable entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry.
2. Press the Clone function key to copy the details of the
highlighted entry and append a new Cable ID to the
list.
OR
3. Press to cancel your selection and go back to the Cable Book menu.

Delete Cable
The Delete Cable page allows you to delete a cable entry
from the Cable Book. The page lists all entries, excluding
the 10 factory default cable entries, by Cable ID and
Cable Name.
Cable # In Use displays the Cable ID number in use.
To delete a cable entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the entry to
be removed and press .
2. Press the Delete function key to remove the entry
from the Cable Book. If you try to delete a cable in
use, a warning message pops-up and changes the
Cable # in Use to cable #1 by default.
OR
3. Press to cancel your selection, remove any display message, and go back
without impacting the Cable Book.
Application Settings
Before executing the copper tests, set up the software settings and values for the
cables. The MAX-635 allows you to save standard parameter settings to different
profiles and reuse them as needed.
To access Application Settings:
From the Home pane, select Copper Test, then Setup, and Application
Settings.
The following parameters are available to configure:

General
The General tab allows you to configure the unit with
specific measurement values.
Each parameter is described below:
 Temperature specifies the temperature of the cable
under test in either F (Fahrenheit) or C (Celsius) units.
 Test Startup Mode lists the test startup type:
 Auto (default) automatically starts a test when
you select the respective icon from the test
sub-menu pane and press .
 Manual requires that you press the button on
the MaxTester keypad to start a test.
 Report Format is HTML as the generated report
format.
 Prompt To Save Results allows you to Enable/Disable popup confirmation
messages before leaving a test and not saving results.
 Result File Storage Location allows you to select where to save your results: to
a USB or the internal memory of the MaxTester.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Standard
The Standard tab allows you to set unit parameter values
composed of the following:
 Standard Selection
 Standard allows you to specify if the copper tests
should conform to the ITU (International
Telecommunications) or ANSI (American
National Standards Institute) standard.

Note: Selecting the Standard resets the default

Measurement Units, Label Customization,
and Test Parameters Preset for the page.

 Measurement Units
 Distance lists the measurement units for distance
in feet or meters.
 Temperature lists the measurement units for temperature in F (Fahrenheit)
or C (Celsius).
 Level lists the units of power level in dBm or dBRN.
 Capacitance lists the units of capacitance for Tip and Ring in (nF/km or
nF/mi).
 Resistance lists the units for resistance in (Ω/km or Ω/mi).
 Attenuation lists the units for the reduction in signal strength or insertion
loss of the cable, in (dB/km or dB/mi).
 Power Spectral Density (PSD) lists the units to measure the noise energy at
a point in a noise spectrum. Units are dependent on the previously selected
Level.
 Label Customization
 Connection lists the type of cable connection: T-R-G or A-B-E.
 Test Parameters Preset
 Power Line Frequency lists the frequency value of the power line.
 Termination Impedance lists the values for the impedance of the dummy
load connected to the line.
 Noise Filter lists the type of noise filters to use.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Identification
The Identification tab allows you to preset values to
identify each single and auto test result file when saving
them. The parameters are as follow:
 User Name/User ID allow you to enter up to 25
alphanumeric characters, in each field.
 Test From/To list the following values: DSLAM, NID,
CPE, CROSSBOX, FRAME - up to 20 entries each,
including user defined values.
 Test From/To List Setup buttons open separate list
management pages.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Test List Setup

The Test From List Setup and Test To List Setup pages
allow you to manage the entries of the list. However, there
are 5 entries by default which cannot be edited or deleted.
These are DSLAM, NID, CPE, CROSSBOX, and FRAME.
When any of these are selected, the Delete and Accept
buttons are disabled.
A maximum of 20 different entries can be added.
To manage the list:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to select the
Previous/Next Entry buttons and press to select
the previous/next entry.
2. Press Page Up/Down function keys to see entries on
the previous or next pages. These keys are disabled if
no other pages exist.
3. Press Add function key to add an entry just below the selected entry in the list.
4. To edit an entry, press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the selected test.
Press Accept function key to confirm the changes. If you press Previous/Next
Entry buttons before the Accept function key, the edited value will be lost.
5. Press Delete function key to delete any entry you have added.

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File Name
The File Name tab sets up the standard configuration for
automatically naming a result file. You can only
Enable/Disable the entries. All enabled entries are
considered for file name generation.
 File Name Preview displays a preview of the file
name. The actual values of the enabled entries are not
shown.
 Date and Time value format depends on the format
selected in System Settings. This entry cannot be
disabled.
 Separator allows you to choose a value to separate
the enabled entries in the file name, e.g.: Space ( ),
Dash (-), Underscore (_).
To select an entry and choose a value:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired entry.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the option and press to confirm
your selection.

Change Order
Change Order page allows you to change the order of the
entries in the file name.
To change the order:
1. Press to get into the list.
2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the desired
entry.
3. Press to come out of the list.
4. Press the up or down arrow key to activate the
Up/Down buttons.
5. Using the left/right arrow keys, select Up/Down and
press to move the entry up/down the list.
6. Press to go back to the File Name tab. The File
Name Preview will be updated with your changes.
Buzzer
The Buzzer tab allows you to configure values for the
buzzer settings. However, due to the risk of electrical
shocks, the MaxTester detects high voltages on any pair of
leads without user intervention.
 Buzzer Threshold Voltage allows you to configure
the hazardous voltage level from 70 to 150 volts.
 Hush Time allows you to configure the hush timeout
from 1 to 15 minutes.
 Hush Buzzer button mutes the sounding buzzer.

Note: Upon raising the hazardous voltage flag, the

MaxTester opens the relays and you will have
to press to re initialize the unit. In case the
voltage is still too high, the MaxTester will
open the relays once again preventing any damage to the equipment. If
not, the test will start normally.

To set the buzzer settings:

1. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the desired parameter.
2. Press on an entry to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use the
navigation keys to scroll through.
3. Press to confirm each value.

Test Lead Compensation

Test lead compensation is required for some of the
copper tests so as not to affect data accuracy, since test
lead characteristics have some impact on copper test
results (mainly resistance, capacitance, and TDR tests).
Test lead characteristics vary with respect to cable
temperature.
The Test Lead Compensation routine allows you to
perform resistance and capacitance compensation. The
page displays the Pass/Fail status of the last
compensation done.

Note: Always perform a test lead compensation

before a new test session with the MaxTester
unit.

 Date and Time identifies when the last compensation was done or application
installation time.
 Start Compensation button allows you to start the Test Lead Compensation by
overwriting the current test lead characteristics. Connect all test leads to the
unit and press to start compensation.

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Saving Results
Save Result
You can save a snapshot of test results into a result file during or after a test
performed with the MAX-635. Each copper test includes a Save Result tab to do so.
The tab allows you to save your test results to an internal memory file or export
results to an HTML report using a USB key.
Alternately, when a test is completed or stopped and you
press , Confirm Save dialogue box pops up. Selecting
Save displays the Save Result screen where the following
information can be entered:
 Identification Fields
 User Name/User ID display the values set up in
the Application Settings/Identification tab. You
can edit this field using the editor screen.
 Test From/To display the values set up in the
Application Settings/Identification tab. You can
edit this field using the choices from the list box.
 Job ID allows you to create/edit a unique
identifier for the task.
 Customer Name is the name of the customer for which the test was run.
 Circuit ID allows you to create/edit a unique identifier for the circuit under
test.
 Comments allows you to add any relevant information.
 Save Result
 Select Result File button displays a list of existing file names where you can
save your results.
 Result File Storage Location gives you the option of storing results either in
the MaxTester internal memory or USB device. The default selection comes
from Application Settings/General tab.
 Result File Name allows you to preview and edit the result file name. The
proposed file name is based on current auto-naming parameters configured
in Setup/Application Settings/File Name.
 Save button confirms if the Result File Name is saved successfully.
 Export Report
 Report Format is HTML.
You can generate and export HTML reports from any saved test result.
Reports include:
General Information including Pass/Fail status.
Identification
Profile/Result Summary
Blank entries for your Signature and the Date.
  Report File Name allows you to preview and edit the result file name. The
proposed file name is based on current auto-naming parameters configured
in Setup/Application Settings/File Name.
 Export button confirms if the Report File Name is saved successfully. If a
USB device is not inserted, the following warning dialogue box appears:
USB device not present.
To set parameter values and save results:
1. Press the left/right and up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press to display the list or select the value.
3. Press the up/down arrow key to highlight the desired value.
OR
4. Press the left arrow key to erase the existing value, and then use the
alphanumeric keypad to enter a value. To cancel the entry, press .
5. Press to accept the value.

Select Result File

Select Result File page displays a list of existing file
names where you can save your results.
To save your results to an existing File Name:
1. Use the up/down navigation keys to highlight the
desired File Name.
2. Press to confirm your selection.

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Reading Saved Results

You can view any of your saved results with the Copper
and VDSL2/ADSL2+ Multi-play Test Set, by highlighting the
Read Result icon from the Copper Main pane and
pressing .

Read Result
The Read Result page allows you to select a File Name
and view the results of files previously saved. The page
lists all saved result files by test date and time. The format
of Test Date Time is per the selection in System Settings.
Result files can be loaded from either the MT Internal
Memory or a USB.
To open previously saved test results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
OR
2. Press to display the list or select the value.
3. Press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and
press to open the list.
4. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the test results file.
5. Press to open the result file.
Read Result Menu
The Read Result menu allows you to view saved test
results with the following details:
 Summary displays general information and
parameters of the test.
 Result Details displays measured results for each
lead combination and cable parameters of the test.
 Profile Details displays the thresholds and setup
parameters of the test.
 Phone Book displays the phone entry dialed during
the test.
The File Name of the selected saved results file is
continually displayed at the top of the page.
To navigate the results menu:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an icon.
2. Press to display the results.

Summary
The results Summary page displays pass/fail status,
general and identification information, along with
comments, for the test.
 General Information displays read-only information
pertaining to the test result.
 Result File Name
 Test Date and Time
 Test Group
 Test Identification
 Test Modes
 Test Lead Compensation displays read-only Date
and Time and Pass/Fail Status of the compensated
resistance and capacitance based on the cable
temperature of the test lead.
 Editable Identification Fields display values from the loaded file. You can edit
all fields using the editor screen or by selecting an entry from the list box.
 User Name/ID
 Test From/To
 Job ID
 Customer Name
 Circuit ID
 Comments

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 On-screen buttons:
 Save keeps any current changes with the current file name.
 Save As saves the current changes under a different file name that you can
configure in the editor screen.
 Don’t Save does not save any changes and closes the page.
 Report allows you to load a result file, update the ID fields, and generate a
report.
To view and edit the test result information:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight and view the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on an editable value to open the list box of options or the
alphanumeric editor screen. Use the navigation keys to scroll through and
select.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details page allows you to view measured
results for each lead combination and cable parameters
of the selected test.

Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only Test
Thresholds and Test Parameters information about the
setup of the selected test.
 Profile Name is the file name of the selected saved
results.
 Test Group is the overall test group of the selected
saved results file, for example Multimeter.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example Current.
Phone Book
The Phone Book page summarizes the Phone Book
details when loading a results file.
It contains information about group entries such as group
ID, name, phone numbers, and tags.
If the dialer was not used during the test, the Phone Book
icon will not appear as part of the Read Result menu
page.

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9 Multimeter Tests
The purpose of the multimeter tests function is to detect AC/DC voltages and
currents, and measure resistance and capacitance in a loop. These tests allow you
to make basic electrical safety checks (AC volts), check for crossed or coupled
battery voltages, assess basic loop continuity and quality with resistance
measurements, and measure total electrical length with capacitance.
To access Multimeter tests:
From the Copper Main pane, highlight Multimeter and press to open the
Multimeter menu.

Multimeter Main Page

The Multimeter menu allows you to select and run the
displayed tests:
 Voltage
 Current
 Resistance
 Resistive Balance
 Isolation
 Capacitance/Opens

To start/stop a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select the desired test icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.
3. The test will start automatically if the
Setup/Application Settings - Test Startup Mode is set to Auto. If not, press
the button on the keypad.
Voltage
The Voltage test detects AC RMS and DC voltages in the line and allows you to
measure AC/DC voltages and Frequency on A/B/E or T/R/G depending on the
selected Standard in Setup/Application Settings.

Snapshot
The voltage Snapshot shows measured volts for each
lead combination. The parameters are as follow:
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Termination Resistance defines how much
resistance the tester uses to connect to the line and
measure voltages.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that
allows you to set the AC/DC voltage thresholds for
each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, volts and frequency (Hz)
values for each continuous AC/DC pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Voltage Thresholds
The AC/DC Voltage Threshold Settings page allows you
to set the Threshold Voltage for each pair.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the voltage threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Continuous AC Page
The Continuous AC function measures each pair,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you stop
the test. The last valid results then remain displayed.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are run
synchronously.
Press the button on the keypad to run the test.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Termination Resistance defines how much resistance the tester uses to
connect to the line and measure voltages.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the AC
voltage thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, volts and frequency (Hz)
values for each continuous AC pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Continuous DC Page
The Continuous DC function measures each pair,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you stop
the test. The last valid results then remain displayed.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are run
synchronously.
Press the button on the keypad to run the test.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Termination Resistance defines how much resistance the tester uses to
connect to the line and measure voltages.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the DC
voltage thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status and volts for each continuous
DC pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Current
The Current test allows you to measure the AC/DC currents and frequency in the
loop.

Snapshot
The current Snapshot shows measured AC/DC results for
each lead combination. The parameters are as follow:
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 430 Ω
that defines how much resistance the tester uses to
connect to the line.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the AC/DC
current thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, DC current, AC current and
frequency (Hz) results for each selected wire pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Current Thresholds
The AC/DC Current Threshold Settings page allows you
to set the Threshold Current for each pair.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Continuous AC Page
The Continuous AC function measures each pair,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you stop
the test. The last valid results then remain displayed.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are run
synchronously.
Press the button on the keypad to run the test.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 430 Ω that defines how much
resistance the tester uses to connect to the line.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the AC
current thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, AC current and frequency (Hz)
results for each selected wire pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR

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3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.

4. Press to confirm the value.

Continuous DC Page
The Continuous DC function measures each pair,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you stop
the test. The last valid results then remain displayed.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are run
synchronously.
Press the button on the keypad to run the test.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 430 Ω that defines how much
resistance the tester uses to connect to the line.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the DC
current thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status and DC current results for each
selected wire pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Resistance
The Resistance test, also know as shorts, allows you to measure the current
resistance value and cable length for line under test.

Snapshot
The resistance Snapshot shows measured current
resistance values and cable lengths for each lead
combination. The parameters are as follow:
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Cable Parameters:
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry (with its associated
parameters) from the current Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is
not saved when leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by
default.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature in either degree C or F of the cable
under test.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set resistance
thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Resistance and Length for
each selected wire pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Resistance Thresholds
The Resistance Threshold Settings page allows you to
set the Resistance for each pair.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Continuous
The Continuous function measures each pair, displaying
and updating results in real time, until you stop the test.
The last valid results then remain displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Cable Parameters:
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry
(with its associated parameters) from the current Cable Book, to use for
testing. The selection is not saved when leaving the test. The current Cable
Book entry is shown by default.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature in either degree C or F of the cable
under test.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
resistance thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Continuous Resistance and
Length for each selected wire pair.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Resistive Balance
The Resistive Balance test measures and compares the resistance of each leg. This
test requires you to short Tip and Ring (T-R) to ground at the far end (T-R-G short)
before proceeding with the test.

Snapshot
The resistive balance Snapshot shows results for R-Leg,
T-Leg, Loop resistance, and the pass/fail status for
Resistive Balance in Ω and %. Parameters are as follow:
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that
allows you to set the resistive balance thresholds.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement
or an error message.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Resistive Balance Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Threshold Resistive Balance values for the test, in
Ω and %.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the
Resistance results for each lead combination and the
pass/fail status for Resistive Balance in Ω and %.

Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only Resistive
Balance thresholds.
 Profile Name is the file name of the selected saved
results.
 Test Group is the overall test group of the selected
saved results file, for example Multimeter.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example Resistive Balance.
Isolation
The Isolation test, also known as leakage, allows you to run a resistance test over a
period of time to look for high-resistive faults. The test, also referred to as a stress or
leakage test, shows how cable resistance may be lowered by applying a high
voltage to the pair under test. This method may also reveal poor wiring.

Snapshot
The isolation Snapshot shows measured isolation
resistance values for each lead combination. The
parameters are as follow:
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Soak Voltage allows you to apply a voltage value to
the pair(s) currently under test.
 Soak Time sets a soak period of time from 1 to 60 seconds.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set isolation
thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Resistance and a Soak
Counter for each selected wire pair. When running the test, the counter counts
to the selected Soak Timer by the second, for the wire pair(s) under test.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Isolation Thresholds
The Isolation Threshold Settings page allows you to set
the Threshold Resistance for each pair.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the voltage threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Continuous
The Continuous function measures each pair, displaying
and updating results in real time, until you stop the test.
The last valid results then remain displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select a single wire pair
for measurement.
 Soak Voltage allows you to apply a voltage value to
the pair(s) currently under test.
 Minimal Soak Time sets a soak period of time from 1 to 60 seconds. When the
test duration reaches the Minimal Soak Time, the pass/fail status is displayed
and then periodically refreshed, until you stop the test.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set isolation
thresholds for each pair.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Resistance and a Soak
Counter for each selected wire pair. While running the test, the counter displays
the soak period by the second, for the wire pair(s) under test.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
 OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Capacitance/Opens
The Capacitance/Opens test measures the capacitance of the loop and calculates
length. Capacitive balance is also measured when all pairs are selected.

Snapshot
The capacitance/opens Snapshot shows measured
Capacitance values and Length for each lead
combination. The parameters are as follow:
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Cable Parameters:
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry
(with its associated parameters) from the current Cable Book, to use for
testing. The selection is not saved when leaving the test. The current Cable
Book entry is shown by default.
 Capacitance T-R displays the capacitance value from Tip to Ring in nF/mi
ranging from 10.0 to 500.0.
 Capacitance T/R to GND displays the capacitance value from Tip or Ring to
Ground, in nF/mi ranging from 10.0 to 500.0.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
capacitance/opens threshold for the test.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Capacitance and Length for
each selected wire pair. Capacitive Balance is shown in % when All Pairs are
selected.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation keys to
scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Continuous
The Continuous function measures each pair, displaying
and updating results in real time, until you stop the test.
The last valid results then remain displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Multimeter.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single
wire pair for measurement.
 Cable Parameters:
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry
(with its associated parameters) from the current Cable Book, to use for
testing. The selection is not saved when leaving the test. The current Cable
Book entry is shown by default.
 Capacitance T-R displays the capacitance value from Tip to Ring in nF/mi
ranging from 10.0 to 500.0.
 Capacitance T/R to GND displays the capacitance value from Tip or Ring to
Ground, in nF/mi ranging from 10.0 to 500.0.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
capacitance/opens threshold for the test.
 Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Capacitance and Length for
each selected wire pair. Capacitive Balance is shown in % when All Pairs is
selected.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation keys to
scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Capacitance/Opens Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Capacitive Balance Threshold parameters for the test
between 0 and 100 %.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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10 SmartR™ Features
SmartR features, consisting of Pair Detective and Fault Mapper, allow you to
determine the condition of the line under test, as well as identify and locate a variety
of common circuit faults.

Pair Detective
The Pair Detective test consists of a series of 10 consecutive individual tests and
applies a high voltage to the line during isolation testing. Before proceeding with this
test, ensure the line is inactive.
At the start of any test, the unit checks for the presence of dangerous voltage and an
active circuit. If dangerous voltage is detected, a dialog box is displayed to inform
you and the test will stop. If an active circuit is detected, a dialog box is displayed to
ask you whether or not to proceed with the test.

Summary
The Summary page displays a summary of the pass/fail
status, DC-Voltage/Current and Isolation for each
selected inactive wire pair, as well as other detailed
results of the Pair Detective test.
Isolation results also display a five-level indicator of the
measured isolation.
The Summary page allows you to set the following
parameters:
 Isolation Soak Time sets a soak period of time from 1
to 60 seconds for the Isolation test. Default is
inherited from Multimeter Isolation test.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you
to set the Cable Parameters for the test.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the Pair
Detective threshold parameters.

Note: Individual test parameters can be modified by accessing their respective

test pages.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use the
navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Pair Detective Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set Cable
Parameters for the Pair Detective test.
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable Book,
to use for testing. The selection is not saved when
leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is
shown by default.
 Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the
cable is filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
Setup in the Cable Book.
 Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the
velocity of propagation for the cable as a ratio of the
speed of light. Setup in the Cable Book.
 Cable Temperature allows you to change the
temperature of the cable under test in either degree C or F.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Pair Detective Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the Pair
Detective Threshold Settings as follow:
 Foreign DC Voltage sets the maximum foreign DC
voltage value.
 POTS DC Voltage sets the minimum working POTS
DC voltage value.
 POTS DC Current sets the minimum working POTS
DC current value.
 Capacitive Balance sets the minimum capacitive
balance threshold as a percentage.
 Good VF/AC Balance sets the good VF/AC balance
threshold.
 Marginal VF/AC Balance sets the marginal VF/AC
balance threshold.
 Isolation sets the isolation resistance threshold.
 Type is a read-only field displaying the threshold limit: either Minimum or
Maximum.
 Enabled is a read-only field and always Yes for all thresholds.

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To set threshold values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press on a value to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use the
navigation keys to scroll through.
3. Press to select each value and use the function keys to complete your
selection.
4. Press to confirm and close your selections.

Multimeter
The Pair Detective Multimeter page displays read-only
results and the P/F (pass/fail) status for the following tests:
 DC Voltage displays the volts for each DC Pair.
 DC Current displays the DC current results for T-R
wire Pair.
 Capacitance displays Capacitance and Length for
each wire Pair as well as Capacitive Balance among
All Pairs in %.
 Isolation displays Resistance and a Soak Counter for
each wire Pair.

TDR
The Pair Detective TDR function provides a shortcut to the
TDR test. A dialogue box opens, warning that you are
about to leave the Pair Detective test. TDR results
captured while running the Pair Detective test will be
available upon loading TDR. Please go to TDR on page 125
for information on this test.
Pair Detective Result Details
Summary
The read-only Summary page displays the cable
parameters and detailed results saved from running the
Pair Detective test.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example Pair Detective.
 Cable Type is the cable entry (with its associated
parameters) from the current Cable Book, used for
testing.
 Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation
for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable
under test in either degree C or F.
 Result displays a Summary of the overall pass/fail status, DC-Voltage/Current
and Isolation for each selected wire pair, as well as other detailed results of the
Pair Detective test.
Isolation results also display a five-level indicator of the measured isolation,
below Hard Short.

Multimeter
The read-only Multimeter page displays detailed results
saved from running the Pair Detective test. Please refer to
Multimeter on page 108 for more information.

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Fault Mapper
The Fault Mapper test allows you to locate and identify
service-affecting line faults using TDR (time domain
reflectometry) and RFL (resistance fault locator)
technology. This test is useful in locating bridged taps,
shorts, grounds, and opens.
 Current Test displays the test being measured.
 Far End Strap allows you to select option Yes or No
for use of a strap.
A strap, while not required, enables Fault Mapper to
calculate distance to a ground/earth fault.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you
to set the Cable Parameters for the Current Test.
 Result displays the cable faults in text and graphical
format.

Note: Some displayed resistive faults may be effective faults. For example if a
strap is present, a T-G short may be shown twice: first as a T-G short and
second as an effective R-G short. In such cases, the resistance shown is
the resistance that would be measured using a multimeter.

 Fault Status displays the number of faults detected (or No fault detected) after
running the test.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set the Cable Type,
Cable Length, and Cable Temperature for the Fault
Mapper test. All other Cable Parameters are read only
and correspond to the current cable book entry as
selected in Setup/Cable Book/Cable Details page.
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable Book,
to use for testing. The selection is not saved when
leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is
shown by default.
 Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the
cable is filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Capacitance T-R/A-B read-only entry is a value for the
capacitance per length constant.
 Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E read-only entry is a value for the capacitance
per length to ground constant.
 Attenuation @ 300 kHz read-only entry is a value for the reduction in signal
strength or insertion loss of the cable.
 Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity of propagation for the
cable as a ratio of the speed of light.
 Resistance read-only entry is a value for the resistance constant of the cable.
 Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable under
test in either degree C or F.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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TDR
The Pair Detective TDR function provides a shortcut to the
TDR test. A dialogue box opens, warning that you are
about to leave the Pair Detective test. TDR results
captured while running the Pair Detective test will be
available upon loading TDR. Please go to TDR on page 125
for information on this test.

Fault Mapper Result Details

The Result Details read-only page displays the test results
in text and graphical format.
 Test Identification is the name of the test, for
example Fault Mapper.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying the
cable parameters of the test. Use the left/right arrows
to select the button and press to open the page.
 Result displays the cable fault details.

Note: Some displayed resistive faults may be

effective faults. For example if a strap is
present, a T-G short may be shown twice: first
as a T-G short and second as an effective R-G
short. In such cases, the resistance shown is
the resistance that would be measured using a multimeter.
Result Details Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page in the Result Details allows you to
view the Cable Parameters set for the Fault Mapper test.
 Cable Type is the cable entry (with its associated
parameters) from the current Cable Book, used for
testing.
 Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Capacitance T-R/A-B is the value for the capacitance
per length constant.
 Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E is the value for the
capacitance per length to ground constant.
 Attenuation @ 300 kHz is the value for the reduction
in signal strength or insertion loss of the cable.
 Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation for the cable as a ratio of
the speed of light.
 Resistance is the value for the resistance constant of the cable.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either degree
C or F.

Fault Mapper Profile Details

The Profile Details page displays read-only Fault Mapper
Test Parameters.
 Profile Name is the file name of the selected saved
results.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example Fault Mapper.

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11 Noise Tests
The purpose of the noise tests is to perform VF (voice
frequency)/WB (wideband) noise and level
measurements.

Note: The 30 MHz Wideband Testing software

option is required for the WB tests to be
available.

To access noise tests:

From the Copper Main pane, highlight Noise Tests and
press to open the menu.

Noise Tests Main Page

The Noise Tests menu allows you to select and run the
displayed tests:
 VF Noise
 Power Influence
 VF Impulse Noise
 WB PSD Noise
 WB Impulse Noise

To start/stop a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select the desired test icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.
3. The test will start automatically if the
Setup/Application Settings - Test Startup Mode is set to Auto. If not, press
on the keypad.
VF Noise
The VF Noise test allows you to measure the amount of unwanted or disturbing
energy introduced into a loop from man-made and natural sources.

Detection
The Detection function displays and updates results in
real time, until you stop the test. The last valid results then
remain displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Noise.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 VF Noise Filter allows you to define the voice
frequency noise filter to be used, dependent on ITU or
ANSI Standard mode and Noise Filter set in
Setup/Application Settings.
 Termination Resistance is a read-only value of
600 Ω.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the VF
Noise threshold.
 Result displays the pass/fail status and VF Noise value.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

Note: The selected VF Noise Filter shown in addition to the current Level units
selected in Setup/Application Settings have an influence on the
measurement units displayed on this page.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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VF Noise Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Threshold VF Noise values for the test.
 Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the VF Noise
value and the pass/fail status.
Power Influence
The Power Influence test allows you to view the effects of interference from a 50 Hz
or 60 Hz power source (AC mains) on the circuit under test. The results of the power
influence test are also in graphical form.

Detection
The Detection function displays and updates results in
real time, until you stop the test. The last valid results then
remain displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Noise.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 VF Noise Filter allows you to define the voice
frequency noise filter to be used, dependent on ITU or
ANSI Standard mode and Noise Filter set in
Setup/Application Settings.
 Power Line Frequency is a read-only value of 50 or 60
Hz based on frequency selected in Setup/Application Settings/Standard.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the power
influence thresholds.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed and opens a
new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the Detection
page.
 Result displays a value and graph of the Power Influence measurement, and
pass/fail status.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

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To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Power Influence Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Threshold Power Influence values for the test.
 Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Result Details read-only page displays the Power
Influence value and graph, and the pass/fail status.
VF Impulse Noise
The VF Impulse Noise test allows you to measure voice frequency impulse noise on
the circuit under test.

Count
The Count function displays and updates results in real time, for the length of time
set in Test Duration or less if you stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Noise Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 VF Noise Filter allows you to define the voice
frequency noise filter to be used, dependent on ITU or
ANSI Standard mode and Noise Filter set in
Setup/Application Settings.
 Termination Resistance is a read-only value of
600 Ω.
 Test Duration allows you to set the length of time to
run the test from a list of values.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the VF
impulse noise thresholds.
 Result displays the High, Mid, Low counts, respective detection levels, and
Elapsed Time. The pass/fail status of the Mid level is displayed after 1 s and
then periodically refreshed, until you stop the test.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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VF Impulse Noise Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the VF Impulse Noise Threshold
values for the test.
 Low Counter Power Detection Level defines the low
threshold limits for the impulse noise test.
 Power Separation defines the level difference
between the Low, Mid, and High thresholds. Specify a
value between 1 and 6 dB.
 Mid Counter allows you to set the threshold value for
this counter.
 Type is the threshold limit of the Mid Counter: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current Mid Counter
threshold: either Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the High,
Mid, Low VF Impulse Noise Count and Detection Level
values, and the pass/fail status of the Mid level.
WB PSD Noise
The wideband power spectral density (PSD) noise test measures the noise energy at
a point in a noise spectrum. It is expressed as power per hertz at a point in a noise
spectrum.

PSD
The PSD page allows you to configure the parameters for
the wideband PSD noise test and view the results.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Noise Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Bandwidth sets the frequency range for the test.
 Noise Filter defines the filter currently enabled.
Options are: None, ISDN-E, HDSL-F, ADSL-G, ADSL,
ADSL2+, VDSL, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17,
VDSL2-30.
 Termination Resistance defines the resistance of the dummy load connected
to the line.
 Peak Hold allows you to measure the current PSD noise value, compare it
against the peak value at each given frequency, and display the maximum
value. Select either ON or OFF.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the RMS
Noise Threshold parameters for the test.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed and opens a
new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the Detection
page.

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 Result displays the following wideband PSD noise test results differentiating the
Current trace from the Peak hold.
 RMS Noise reading for the Current results including a pass/fail status.
 Max PSD reading among all frequency bins for the Current results.
 Frequency bin where Max PSD for the Current results are detected.
If Peak Hold is ON:
 Max PSD Peak reading among all frequency bins.
 Frequency bin for Max PSD Peak.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation keys to
scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

WB PSD Noise Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the RMS
Noise Threshold parameters for the test.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or
the alphanumeric editor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the WB PSD
Noise test results, in text and graphical format. You can
maneuver the graph as follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to
decrease/increase the values by moving the cursor.
Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate
the cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it
in the middle of the current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not
the cursor position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
 Right = x-axis zoom in.
 Left = x-axis zoom out.
 Up = y-axis zoom in.
 Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys to
pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

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WB Impulse Noise
The wideband impulse noise test allows you to measure impulse noise on the
circuit under test.

Count
The Count function displays and updates results in real
time, for the length of time set in Test Duration or less if
you stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Noise Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 WB Noise Filter displays the filter currently enabled.
Options are: None, ISDN-E, HDSL-F, ADSL-G, ADSL,
ADSL2+, VDSL, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17,
VDSL2-30.
 Termination Resistance lists the resistance of the dummy load connected to
the line.
 Test Duration allows you to set the length of time to run the test from a list of
values.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the Power
Detection Level and WB Impulse Noise thresholds.
 Result displays the Count, Detection Level, Elapsed Time, and pass/fail status
which is periodically refreshed, until you stop the test.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation keys to
scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
WB Impulse Noise Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the WB
Impulse Noise Threshold values for the test.
 Power Detection Level defines the threshold limits.
 Counter allows you to set the threshold value for this
counter.
 Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the WB
Impulse Noise Count, Detection Level, and pass/fail
status.

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12 Frequency Tests
The purpose of the frequency tests is to perform VF (voice
frequency) and WB (wide band) level measurements,
calculate the reduction of signal strength during
transmission, measure the balance of a circuit, count and
detect the presence of load coils.
To access frequency tests:
From the Copper Main pane, highlight Frequency Tests
and press to open the menu.

Frequency Tests Main Page

The Frequency Tests menu allows you to select and run
the displayed tests:
 VF/AC Balance
 WB Balance
 WB Attenuation
 Load Coils
 Locator Tone

To start/stop a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad
to select the desired test icon.
2. Press to confirm your selection.
3. The test will start automatically if the Setup/Application Settings - Test Startup
Mode is set to Auto. If not, press on the keypad.
VF/AC Balance
The VF/AC Balance test allows you to check that the VF longitudinal balance ratio
for the twisted pair complies with applicable standards so as to reduce the effects of
common-mode voltage to ground. The test is a measurement of how much the T/A
leg is like the R/B leg in electrical characteristics, measured by how much noise the
line can mitigate (in dB). It is an overall health indicator and a quick way to tell if the
line is in good condition. The better the longitudinal balance of the cable pair, the
higher the dB reading.
The name of the frequency test depends on the selected Standard:
 ANSI: VF Balance
 ITU: AC Balance

Active
The Active function takes a balance measurement,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you stop
the test. The last valid results then remain displayed.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Frequency Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that
allows you to set the VF/AC Balance threshold.
 Result displays the pass/fail status and Active VF/AC
Balance value.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

Note: The selected Standard in Setup/Application Settings determines the

name of the frequency test - ANSI: VF Balance, ITU: AC Balance.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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VF/AC Balance Active Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the Active
VF/AC Balance Threshold values for the test.
 VF/AC Balance sets the active balance threshold.
 Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Active Result Details

The Active Results Details read-only page displays the
VF/AC Balance value and the pass/fail status.
Passive
The Passive function computes the passive balance as the
difference between Power Influence and VF Noise,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you stop
the test. The last valid results then remain displayed. The
measurement results of the active and passive VF
Longitudinal Balance tests will generally be different due
to the fact they use different measurement techniques.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Frequency Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Noise Filter displays the type of noise filter used.
 Power Line Frequency displays the frequency value of the power line.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the VF/AC
Balance Threshold.
 Result displays the Passive pass/fail status, Power Influence, VF Noise, and
VF/AC Balance values.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

Note: The selected Standard in Setup/Application Settings determines the

name of the frequency test - ANSI: VF Balance, ITU: AC Balance.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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VF/AC Balance Passive Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Passive VF/AC Balance Threshold values for the test.
 VF/AC Balance sets the passive balance threshold.
 Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
 Power Influence Threshold displays the Power
Influence threshold values set in relation to VF/AC
Balance threshold values.
To set the passive VF/AC balance threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Passive Result Details

The Passive Results Details read-only page displays the
Passive pass/fail status, Power Influence, VF Noise, and
VF/AC Balance values.
WB Balance
The wideband balance test ensures that the balance ratio for the twisted pair
complies with applicable standards so as to reduce the effects of common-mode
voltage to ground. The better the balance of the cable pair, the higher the dB
reading.

Balance
The Balance page allows you to allows you to configure
the parameters for the WB Balance test and view the
results.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Frequency Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Bandwidth sets the frequency range for the test.
 Termination Resistance defines the resistance of the
dummy load connected to the line.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that
allows you to set the WB Balance Thresholds.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed and opens a
new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the Detection
page.
 Result displays a graph of the Marginal and Good balance results, and pass/fail
status.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

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To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

WB Balance Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Good/Marginal Balance thresholds for both ADSL/2+
and VDSL2-12.
 Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays a graph of the
Marginal and Good wideband balance results, and
pass/fail status.
WB Attenuation
Attenuation
The WB (wideband) single-ended attenuation test allows
you to calculate the dissipation of power of a transmitted
signal as it travels over the copper line. This test is
performed from one end of the cable and does not
require a remote second device. The test does require an
out-of-service wire pair that is open at the far end. Faults
should be repaired first.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Frequency Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Bandwidth allows you to select the bandwidth of the
frequency range for the test. Available frequency
bandwidths are: 2.2 MHz, 8 MHz, 12 MHz, 17.6 MHz, and 30 MHz.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
Attenuation threshold.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set Cable Parameters
for the Current Test.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed and opens a
new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Results removes these function keys and displays the
Attenuation page.
 Result displays the Cable Length, Elapsed Time, pass/fail status, and test
results in graphical format.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

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To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

WB Attenuation Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the WB
Attenuation threshold values for the test.
 Attenuation sets up the good attenuation threshold
parameters.
 Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.
 Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold: either
Yes or No.
To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the
options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set the Cable Type
and Cable Temperature for the WB Attenuation test. All
other Cable Parameters are read only and correspond to
the current cable book entry as selected in Setup/Cable
Book/Cable Details page.
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable Book,
to use for testing. The selection is not saved when
leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is
shown by default.
 Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the
cable is filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Capacitance T-R/A-B read-only entry is a value for the
capacitance per length constant.
 Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E read-only entry is a
value for the capacitance per length to ground constant.
 Attenuation @ 300 kHz read-only entry is a value for the reduction in signal
strength or insertion loss of the cable.
 Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity of propagation for the
cable as a ratio of the speed of light.
 Resistance read-only entry is a value for the resistance constant of the cable.
 Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable under
test in either degree C or F.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

WB Attenuation Result Details

The Results Details read-only page displays the Cable
Length, Elapsed Time, pass/fail status, and WB
Attenuation test results in graphical format.
 Test Group is the overall test group of the selected
saved results file, for example Frequency Tests.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example WB Attenuation.
 Test Mode is the mode of test, for example
Attenuation.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying the
cable parameters of the test. Use the left/right arrows
to select the button and press to open the page.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected
when pressed and opens a new selection of function
keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

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 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Results removes these function keys and displays the
Attenuation results page.

Result Details Cable Setup

The Cable Setup page in the Result Details allows you to
view the Cable Parameters set for the WB Attenuation
test.
 Cable Type is the cable entry (with its associated
parameters) from the current Cable Book, used for
testing.
 Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Capacitance T-R/A-B is the value for the capacitance
per length constant.
 Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E is the value for the
capacitance per length to ground constant.
 Attenuation @ 300 kHz is the value for the reduction
in signal strength or insertion loss of the cable.
 Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation for the cable as a ratio of
the speed of light.
 Resistance is the value for the resistance constant of the cable.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either degree
C or F.
Load Coils
The Load Coils test allows you to detect the presence of load coils, which are
detrimental to the use of DSL technologies on the line. If a load coil is detected, use
the time domain reflectometry (TDR) test to quickly locate and remove it from the
cable.

Detection
The Detection function specifies the presence or absence
of load coil in the cable section, and displays the number
of load coils in the line and measured values in graphical
form.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Frequency Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Cable Parameters:
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry
(with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is not
saved when leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by
default.
 Cable Fill Material read-only entry is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR. Setup in the Cable Book.
 Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity of propagation for
the cable as a ratio of the speed of light. Setup in the Cable Book.
 Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable
under test in either degree C or F.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed and opens a
new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.

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 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

 Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the Detection
page.
 Result displays the number of load coils in text and graphical format.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the number
of load coils, in text and graphical format. You can
maneuver the graph as follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to
decrease/increase the values by moving the cursor.
Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate
the cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it
in the middle of the current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not
the cursor position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
 Right = x-axis zoom in.
 Left = x-axis zoom out.
 Up = y-axis zoom in.
 Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys to
pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
Locator Tone
When Locator Tone is selected from the Frequency Tests menu, a 577 Hz signal
and a 983 Hz signal are sent separately for 200 ms each. The sequence of this tone is
repeated continuously until you stop the test. Sinusoidal waveform is used to
generate these signals.

Tone
The Tone function allows you to set the Tone Power and generate a pulsed tone on
the line to trace a cable pair at the far end.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Frequency Tests.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Tone Power allows you to select either low or high
power for the Locator Tone.
 Tone Frequencies displays the frequencies of the
Locator Tone.
 Termination Resistance is a read-only value of
600 Ω.
 Result displays the Elapsed Time the locator tone is
being sent.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press to start/stop the test.

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13 TDR
The TDR test first attempts to find the length of the circuit and then searches all
ranges from shortest to longest for significant events. Upon completion, the test
selects the nearest major event, sets the range to match, and aligns the cursor with
the event. TDR can see events as close as the ends of the test leads.

Continuous
The Continuous function displays the line trace and is continuously on and ready to
use. It displays and updates results in real time, until you stop the test. The last valid
results then remain displayed.
 Current Test displays the test being measured.
 Range allows you to set the range from the given list.
 Gain allows you select the gain test parameter from
the given list.
The previous 2 parameters have 2 modes of
operation:
 Auto is the default mode upon loading the test
page. TDR automatically optimizes the test
parameters and scans each band individually
looking for one largest event in each band (if any).
Range and Gain are updated to reflect optimized
TDR settings. Once results are displayed, TDR
switches to manual mode. The test keeps running
until you press .
 Manual mode allows you set the test parameters
to be used as inputs for the TDR measurements.

Note: If either of the above 2 test parameters are set to Auto, respective
parameter values will be updated by TDR test.

 Pulse Width is a non-editable value that is updated dependent on whether the

parameters are set to Auto or manual.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the Cable
Parameters for the Current Test.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed and opens a
new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
 Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the Continuous
page.
 Result displays the distance to the most significant reflection.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set Cable
Parameters for the TDR test.
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable Book,
to use for testing. The selection is not saved when
leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is
shown by default.
 Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the
cable is filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
Setup in the Cable Book.
 Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity
of propagation for the cable as a ratio of the speed of
light. Setup in the Cable Book.
 Cable Temperature allows you to change the
temperature of the cable under test in either degree C
or F.

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To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the TDR test
result cable parameters and the distance to the most
significant reflection or Largest Event, in text and
graphical format.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example TDR.
 Range allows you to set the range from the given list.
 Pulse Width is a non-editable value that is updated
dependent on whether the parameters are set to Auto
or manual.
 Cable Setup button allows you to view the Cable
Parameters of the TDR test.
 Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected
when pressed and opens a new selection of function
keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:
 Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by
moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys to accelerate the
cursor. Press to recall the cursor and place it in the middle of the
current x-axis limits.
 Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
 Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow keys
to pan the y-axis.
 1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.
 Return To Results removes these function keys and displays the results
details page.
Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to view the Cable
Parameters set for the TDR test.
 Cable Type is the cable entry (with its associated
parameters) from the current Cable Book, used for
testing.
 Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR. Setup in the
Cable Book.
 Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation
for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light. Setup in
the Cable Book.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable
under test in either degree C or F.

TDR Profile Details

The Profile Details page displays read-only TDR Test
Parameters.
 Profile Name is the file name of the selected saved
results.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example TDR.

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14 RFL
Resistance fault locator (RFL) testing is a powerful means to locate resistive faults
such as shorts, grounds, and battery crosses. Before performing RFL tests, install the
strap(s) at the other end of the cable. Use of an oscillator as a far end strap is not
recommended. It will induce errors.

Single Pair
The RFL Single Pair or 2-wire test allows you to locate
resistive faults between tip to ground, or ring to ground. By
default, the unit assumes that the fault cable is connected
to ring.
Connect the strap to the far end of the wires connected to
T and R.
The connection diagram shows you how to connect the
cables to the unit. The green lead is used as reference.

Note: Results are less accurate than a separate

good pair setup.

 Current Test displays the test being measured.

 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you
to set the cable parameters for the Current Test. Press to open the page.
 Result displays single pair RFL test results. Based on the cable condition,
corresponding values are added into the diagram at their specific positions. Test
result units are dependent on Standard in Setup/Application Settings.
 Distance to strap (DTS).
 Resistance to strap (RTS).
 Distance from fault to strap (DFTS).
 Resistance from fault to strap (RFTS).
 Resistance to fault (RTF).
 Distance to fault (DTF).
 Faulted cable (FC).
 Resistance at fault (Rf) is resistance from the fault to the resistance wire.
 Voltage at fault (Vf).
If the test reports that it cannot detect the strap when the measured loop
resistance is >10 k Ohm, this may mean:
 There is no strap connected.
 There is a strap, but the cable is too long and has a loop resistance >10 k
Ohm.
 There is a strap, but there is a high resistance fault or open in the cable.
 The connection (leads or strap) may be faulty.
The resistance test may be used to troubleshoot this problem.
 Fault Status displays the status of the RFL test.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

Separate Good Pair

The RFL Separate Good Pair or 4-wire test allows you to
determine the distance to a short, ground, or battery cross
in a faulty cable pair using a separate good cable pair.
Connect a first strap to the far ends of the wires connected
to T1 and T, and a second strap to the far ends of the wires
connected to T and R.
The connection diagram shows you how to connect the
cables to the unit.

Note: Results are more accurate than a 2-wire setup

because the 4-wire setup requires you to
connect the faulted wire to the Ring (red) jack
only.

 Current Test displays the test being measured.

 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the cable
parameters for the Current Test. Press to open the page.
 Result displays the separate good pair RFL test results. Based on the cable
condition, corresponding values are added into the diagram at their specific
positions. Test result units are dependent on Standard in Setup/Application
Settings.
 Distance to strap (DTS).
 Resistance to strap (RTS).
 Distance from fault to strap (DFTS).
 Resistance from fault to strap (RFTS).
 Resistance to fault (RTF).
 Distance to fault (DTF).
 Faulted cable (FC).
 Resistance at fault (Rf) is resistance from the fault to the resistance wire.
 Voltage at fault (Vf).
If the test reports that it cannot detect the strap when the measured loop
resistance is >10 k Ohm, this may mean:
 There is no strap connected.
 There is a strap, but the cable is too long and has a loop resistance >10 k
Ohm.
 There is a strap, but there is a high resistance fault or open in the cable.
 The connection (leads or strap) may be faulty.
The resistance test may be used to troubleshoot this problem.

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 Fault Status displays the status of the RFL test.

 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

RFL Cable Setup

The Cable Setup page allows you to set cable parameters
for an RFL test. Settings are shared by both Single Pair
and Separate Good Pair tests. Changes done in Cable
Setup for one test are reflected in the other.
 No. of Cable Sections allows you to set the number
of consecutive cable sections, to a maximum of 5. If
unknown, set the number to 1.
 Cable Type allows you to select a cable entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable Book,
to use for testing. The selection is not saved when
leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is
shown by default.
 Resistance specifies a value for the resistance
constant of the cable in each section.
 Section Length allows you to specify the cable length of each section. If the
cable length is unknown, specify 0 and the RFL test will measure the length.
 Load Coil allows you to set the detection of the presence of load coils to either
Yes or No.
 Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable under
test in either degree C or F.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumeric editor
screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press to confirm the value.
Result Details
Single Pair
The Results Details read-only page displays the Single
Pair RFL results using text and a connection diagram.
 Test Identification displays the current test, for
example RFL.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying the
cable parameters of the RFL test. Press to open
the page.

Separate Good Pair

The Results Details read-only page displays the Separate
Good Pair RFL results using text and a connection
diagram.
 Test Identification displays the current test, for
example RFL.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying the
cable parameters of the RFL test. Press to open
the page.

Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page displays the cable parameters for
each section used while running the RFL test. Settings are
shared by both Single Pair and Separate Good Pair tests.

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15 Copper Auto Tests

Main Menu
Auto Test allows you to automatically run tests used in
pre-qualification, installation, and maintenance of
different circuit types from POTS to VDSL2.

POTS Auto Test

The purpose of the POTS Auto Test is to detect the loop
current and measure the voice frequency parameters in a
copper telephone loop. This test allows you to compare
measured results against stored threshold values to
provide pass or fail status results of the POTS circuit type.
To access POTS Auto Test:
1. From the Copper Main menu, use the up/down,
left/right arrow keys to highlight Auto Test and press
.
2. Highlight POTS Auto Test and press to start the test.

Summary
The Summary page displays detailed results of the loop
current, Power Influence and voice frequency
measurement values, pass/fail status, and parameters.
POTS Auto Test consists of a combination of multiple
tests.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Auto Test.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 VF Noise Filter displays the voice frequency noise
filter used, dependent on ITU or ANSI Standard mode
and Noise Filter set in Setup/Application Settings.
 Phone Book Parameters:
 Phone Book Group allows you to select the Group # from a list of phone
book groups that include mW tone entries.
 Milliwatt Tone Entry displays at least 1 mW tone entry number from the
selected Phone Book Group.
 Quiet Line Entry displays the quiet line entry number from the selected
Phone Book Group.
The dialer will contact the above 2 phone numbers at specific points of time
while the test is running.
 Volume button adjusts the volume level.
 Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the POTS
Auto Test threshold parameters.
 Mute/Unmute Speaker button changes the speaker status.
 Result displays the number dialed and its status, measurement values of the
multiple test parameters and their pass/fail status.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error message.

To select the parameter values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

POTS Auto Test Threshold Settings

The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the POTS
Auto Test Threshold Settings for the combination of
multiple tests. The threshold values do not come from
individual tests but are unique to POTS.
 Loop DC Current sets the DC current value for the
wire pair.
 Loss sets the loss value for the wire pair.
 Power Influence sets the power influence value for
the test.
 VF Noise sets the level of voice frequency noise to be
used.
 VF/AC Balance (Active) sets the VF/AC longitudinal
balance value for active mode.
 Type is a read-only field displaying the threshold limit: either Minimum or
Maximum.
 Enabled is a read-only field and always Yes for all thresholds.

To set threshold values:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press on a value to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use the
navigation keys to scroll through.
3. Press to select each value and use the function keys to complete your
selection.
4. Press to confirm and close your selections.

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Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the number
dialed and its status, measurement values of the test
parameters and their pass/fail status.

Phone Book
The Phone Book results page displays the Group # and
type entry parameters when loading the results file.
User Auto Test
User Auto Test runs a range of different user-defined tests that compare measured
results against stored threshold values to provide pass or fail status and results. Test
parameters and thresholds are inherited from individual tests.
To access User Auto Test:
1. From the Copper Main menu, use the up/down, left/right arrow keys to
highlight Auto Test and press .
2. Highlight User Auto Test and press to start the test.

Summary
The Summary page displays the overall pass/fail status of
all tests selected for auto testing.
 Current Group is the current test group name, for
example Auto Test.
 Current Test displays the test being measured. Here
you can switch to another test from the given list.
However, this action will terminate the ongoing
measurement test.
 Test Selection button opens a new page that allows
you to select the tests to include in the User Auto
Test.
 Result displays each test selected and its status.
 Test Status displays the current state of measurement
or an error message.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.

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Test Selection
The Test Selection page allows you to select up to 13 test
types to include in the auto test, and set a Pause between
tests by selecting ON or OFF. All listed tests have a fixed
duration (snapshot) and are not continuous. Graphs are
not displayed.
The following tests are available:
 Voltage detects AC RMS and DC voltages in the line.
 Current checks for AC RMS and DC currents in the
line.
 Resistance uses DC current to measure the
opposition to flow, or resistance, between each of the
lead combinations. It is also used to identify possible
faults, and to measure the resistance of the twisted
pair cable for estimating loop length.
 Resistive Balance measures and compares the resistance of each leg.
 Isolation measures the quality of insulation or sheathing for the copper pairs.
 Capacitance measures the capacitance of the cable for estimating loop length.
 VF Noise measures voice frequency noise in the line.
 Power Influence measures the effects that 50 Hz and 60 Hz power line
(AC Mains) interference has on the circuit under test.
 VF Impulse Noise measures the random occurrences of energy spikes in the
voice frequency range that have random amplitude and spectral content.
 WB PSD Noise measures power spectral density noise.
 WB Impulse Noise measures the irregular occurrences of energy spikes in the
wideband range that have random amplitude and spectral content.
 VF/AC Balance (Active) is very useful in identifying loops that will suffer from
crosstalk.
 WB Balance ensures that the balance ratio for the twisted pair complies with
applicable standards so as to reduce the effects of common-mode voltage to
ground.
 WB Attenuation measures the dissipation of power of a transmitted signal as it
travels over the copper line.
 Load Coils detects the presence of load coils in the line.

To select the tests:

1. Press the up/down arrow keys to scroll through all the tests and highlight the
desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Press on a value to open a list box of options.
4. Press to confirm the value.
5. Press to confirm and close your selections.
Multimeter 1 Result
The Multimeter 1 Result page displays the following
results and pass/fail status:
 AC-DC Voltage - volts and frequency (Hz) values for
each continuous AC/DC Pair.
 AC-DC Current - DC current, AC current and
frequency (Hz) values for each wire Pair.
 Resistance and Length for each wire Pair.

Multimeter 2 Result
The Multimeter 2 Result page displays the following
results:
 Resistive Balance - R-Leg, T-Leg, Loop resistance,
and pass/fail status and values in Ω and %.
 Isolation - pass/fail status, Resistance and a Soak
Counter(s) for each wire Pair.
 Capacitance/Opens and Length for each wire Pair.

Noise Result
The Noise Result page displays the following results and
pass/fail status:
 VF Noise
 Power Influence
 VF Impulse Noise - High, Mid, Low counts,
respective detection levels, and Elapsed Time. Here
the pass/fail status is for the Mid level only.
 WB PSD Noise - Max PSD and frequency and RMS
Noise values differentiating the Current trace from
the Peak hold.
 WB Impulse Noise - impulse Count, Detection Level,
and Elapsed Time.

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Frequency Result
The Frequency Result page displays the following results:
 VF/AC Balance (Active) and pass/fail status.
 WB Balance pass/fail status.
 WB Attenuation pass/fail status, parameters and
values for:
 Cable Length
 Elapsed Time (M:SS)
 Load Coil (Detection) - number of load coils.
Result Details
The Result Details for User Auto Test display all the saved results presented during
the test. Please see The Multimeter 1 Result page displays the following results and
pass/fail status: on page 138, The Multimeter 2 Result page displays the following
results: on page 138, Noise Result on page 138, Frequency Result on page 139 for
more information.

Summary
The Read Result Summary page displays the overall
pass/fail status of all tests selected for auto testing. This
page varies slightly from the run User Auto Test page in
that there are no configurable parameters.
 Test Group is the overall test group of the selected
saved results file, for example Auto Test.
 Test Identification is the test type of the group, for
example User Auto Test.
 Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you
to view the parameters of the cable used in the Auto
Test. Press to open the page.

Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page displays read-only parameters of
the cable used in the Auto Test.
 Cable Type is the cable entry (with its associated
parameters) from the current Cable Book, used for
testing.
 Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
 Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation
for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light.
 Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable
under test in either degree C or F.

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Profile Details
Profile Details contains the details of the Test Selection
settings for User Auto Test.
 Test Parameters button opens a new page displaying
read-only parameter details of all tests.
 Test Thresholds button opens new pages displaying
read-only threshold values for all tests.
To access the test parameter and threshold results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight a button.
2. Press to open the page.

Test Parameters
The Test Parameters page displays read-only parameter
details of all tests.
Test Thresholds
The Test Thresholds pages display read-only threshold values for each test.

Multimeter 1 Threshold
The Multimeter 1 Threshold page displays the AC/DC
Voltage and Current Test Thresholds and limits for each
Pair.

Multimeter 2 Threshold
The Multimeter 2 Threshold page displays the Test
Thresholds and limits for the following tests:
 Resistance displays values for each Pair.
 Resistive Balance displays values for the test, in Ω
and %.
 Isolation displays the Resistance thresholds for each
Pair.
 Capacitance displays the Capacitive Balance
threshold for the test.

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Noise Threshold
The Noise Threshold page displays the Test Thresholds
and limits for the following tests:
 VF Noise
 Power Influence
 VF Impulse Noise displays the Mid Counter threshold
value and limit as well as the Low Counter Power
and Power Threshold Separation.
 WB PSD Noise displays the RMS Noise and limit.
 WB Impulse Noise displays the Power Detection
Level, Counter threshold value and limit.

Frequency Threshold
The Frequency Threshold page displays the
VF/AC Balance (Active) and WB Balance/Attenuation
threshold values and limits.
16 Maintenance
General Maintenance
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation:
 Keep the unit free of dust.
 Clean the unit casing and front panel with a cloth slightly dampened with water.
 Store unit at room temperature in a clean and dry area. Keep the unit out of
direct sunlight.
 Avoid high humidity or significant temperature fluctuations.
 Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.
 If any liquids are spilled on or into the unit, turn off the power immediately and
let the unit dry completely.

WARNING
The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or
impair the protection provided by this unit.

Battery Maintenance Recommendations

 To ensure that batteries function or charge properly, keep them in temperatures
between 10 oC and 40 oC (50 oF and 104 oF).
 To prevent battery cells from leaking, do not leave a battery discharged for
several days.

Battery Charging and Replacing

Charging the MaxTester battery can take up to 5 hours. This battery was custom
made for your unit; replacement batteries must be ordered from EXFO.
For more information about the battery, refer to Battery on page 2 of this user guide.

Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European

Union Only)
For complete recycling/disposal information as per European Directive WEEE
2002/96/EC, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle.

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17 Troubleshooting
Solving Common Problems
The table below presents common problems and their solution.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Impossible to turn on unit.  You did not press  Press for a few
long enough. seconds.
 Battery discharged.  Charge battery by
connecting the AC
adapter/charger.
 Battery is missing.  Insert a battery and
replace battery back
panel.
 Unit temperature is too  Make sure that the unit
cold or too hot. is within the operation
temperature range.
You might have to wait
for the unit to warm
up/cool down.

Battery does not charge  Temperature is too  Ensure temperature is

as expected. high. within specifications.
 Battery is incorrectly  Ensure battery is
connected. connected properly.

A battery status LED is  Battery temperature is  Shut down the unit by

red. too high. pressing and
holding it down for
more than 10 seconds
and/or until the power
LED goes off.
 Wait for the unit to cool
down, and then
reboot it.
 Battery is defective.  Contact EXFO or
replace the battery.

The unit is not  Shut down the unit, as

responding. above.
 Turn the unit on again
to reset it.
LED Statuses
The power and battery LEDs are used to indicate specific statuses of your unit. If you
notice that one of the LEDs displays a particular status, refer to the Power and
Battery Status LED Legend in the Introduction chapter of this manual to see what
could be causing it.

Contacting the Technical Support Group

To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact EXFO at
one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is available to take your
calls from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern Time in North America).
For detailed information about technical support, visit the EXFO Web site at
www.exfo.com.

Technical Support Group

400 Godin Avenue 1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada)
Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 Tel.: 1 418 683-5498
CANADA Fax: 1 418 683-9224
support@exfo.com

To accelerate the process, please have information such as the name and the serial
number (see the product identification label), as well as a description of your
problem, close at hand.

Transportation
Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit.
Transportation damage can occur from improper handling. The following steps are
recommended to minimize the possibility of damage:
 Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping.
 Avoid high humidity or large temperature fluctuations.
 Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.
 Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.

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18 Warranty
General Information
EXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. EXFO also
warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use.
During the warranty period, EXFO will, at its discretion, repair, replace, or issue
credit for any defective product, as well as verify and adjust the product free of
charge should the equipment need to be repaired or if the original calibration is
erroneous. If the equipment is sent back for verification of calibration during the
warranty period and found to meet all published specifications, EXFO will charge
standard calibration fees.

IMPORTANT
The warranty can become null and void if:
 unit has been tampered with, repaired, or worked upon by
unauthorized individuals or non-EXFO personnel.
 warranty sticker has been removed.
 case screws, other than those specified in this guide, have been
removed.
 case has been opened, other than as explained in this guide.
 unit serial number has been altered, erased, or removed.
 unit has been misused, neglected, or damaged by accident.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED, IMPLIED,

OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT
SHALL EXFO BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.

Liability
EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall
be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items to which the
product is connected or the operation of any system of which the product may be a
part.
EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from improper usage or unauthorized
modification of the product, its accompanying accessories and software.

Exclusions
EXFO reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of its
products at any time without incurring obligation to make any changes whatsoever
on units purchased. Accessories, including but not limited to fuses, pilot lamps,
batteries and universal interfaces (EUI) used with EXFO products are not covered by
this warranty.
This warranty excludes failure resulting from: improper use or installation, normal
wear and tear, accident, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature,
causes external to the product or other factors beyond the control of EXFO.

Certification
EXFO certifies that this equipment met its published specifications at the time of
shipment from the factory.

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Service and Repairs

EXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years following the
date of purchase.
To send any equipment for service or repair:
1. Call one of EXFO’s authorized service centers (see EXFO Service Centers
Worldwide on page 150).Support personnel will determine if the equipment
requires service, repair, or calibration.
2. If equipment must be returned to EXFO or an authorized service center, support
personnel will issue aReturn Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number and
provide an address for return.
3. If possible, back up your data before sending the unit for repair.
4. Pack the equipment in its original shipping material. Be sure to include a
statement or report fully detailing the defect and the conditions under which it
was observed.
5. Return the equipment, prepaid, to the address given to you by support
personnel. Be sure to write the RMA number on the shipping slip. EXFO will
refuse and return any package that does not bear anRMA number.

Note: A test setup fee will apply to any returned unit that, after test, is found to
meet the applicable specifications.

After repair, the equipment will be returned with a repair report. If the equipment is
not under warranty, you will be invoiced for the cost appearing on this report. EXFO
will pay return-to-customer shipping costs for equipment under warranty. Shipping
insurance is at your expense.
Routine recalibration is not included in any of the warranty plans. Since
calibrations/verifications are not covered by the basic or extended warranties, you
may elect to purchase FlexCare Calibration/Verification Packages for a definite
period of time. Contact an authorized service center (see EXFO Service Centers
Worldwide on page 150).
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide
If your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center.

EXFO Headquarters Service

Center 1 866 683-0155 (USA and
400 Godin Avenue Canada)
Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 Tel.: 1 418 683-5498
CANADA Fax: 1 418 683-9224
support@exfo.com

EXFO Europe Service Center

Omega Enterprise Park, Electron Tel.: +44 2380 246810
Way Fax: +44 2380 246801
Chandlers Ford, support.europe@exfo.com
Hampshire S053 4SE
ENGLAND

EXFO Telecom Equipment

(Shenzhen) Ltd.
3rd Floor, Building 10, Tel: +86 (755) 2955 3100
Yu Sheng Industrial Park (Gu Shu Fax: +86 (755) 2955 3101
Crossing), No. 467, support.asia@exfo.com
National Highway 107,
Xixiang, Bao An District,
Shenzhen, China, 518126

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A Technical Specifications
IMPORTANT
The following technical specifications can change without notice.
The information presented in this section is provided as a reference
only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications,
visit the EXFO Web site atwww.exfo.com.

DSL SPECIFICATIONS
DSL chipset Broadcom

Standards compliance ADSL1/2/2+ ITU-T G.992.5 (ADSL2+ including Annex A, B, M),

ITU-T G.992.3 (ADSL2 including Annex A, B, L),
ITU-T G.992.1 (G.DMT including Annex A, B)
ATIS/ANSI T1.413 Issue 2
IEEE 802.3ah (PTM)
ITU-T G.998.x (ATM, Ethernet bonding)

VDSL2 ITU-T G.993.2 Annex A,B

Profiles: 8a/b/c/d, 12a/b, 17a, 30a
Band Plan: 997, 998, US0
IEEE 802.3ah (PTM)
ITU-T G.998.x (ATM, Ethernet bonding)

DSL parameters Maximum attainable bit rates Interleave depth

Actual achieved bit rates Interleave delay
Actual bonded achieved rates Trellis coding
Latency mode: fast, interleaved Bit swapping
Data mode: ATM, PTM INP
Capacity (%) Nitro
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) margin PhyR, G.INP
Output power Vectoring (single pair)
Attenuation Modes: PTM, ATM, Nitro
Bits/bin LOS, FEC, CRC, HEC
Attenuation/bin (Hlog/bin) LATN per band
QLN/bin SATN per band
SNR/bin
Vendor code, revision
 MULTIPLAY TESTING SPECIFICATIONS
Test interfaces VDSL2
ADSL1/2/2+
Ethernet 10/100BT

Encapsulation methods RFC 2684 supporting bridged Ethernet (IPoE) PPPoE (RFC 2516)
IPoA (RFC 1577) PPPoA/LLC and PPPoA/VC-MUX (RFC 2364)

Operating modes DSL Terminate Ethernet Terminate

Modem Replacement (DSL to Ethernet) Pass Through Ethernet/Ethernet Pass Through

Login format Username and password using PAP/CHAP

Connectivity support LAN/WAN status VLAN ID, VLAN tagging

DNS, gateway VPI/VCI
DHCP client/server, DHCP vendor class
NAT

Ping test Ping destination Gateway, IP address or URL

Number of pings 1 to 99
Packet size 32 to 1200 bytes (32 is default)
Timeout 1 to 10 seconds
Results Packets sent/received, average round-trip delay (ms)

Traceroute test Traceroute destination Gateway, IP address or URL

Timeout In seconds, default is 1 s, maximum is 10 s
Packet size 32 bytes
Number of hops 1 to 32 (default is 30)
Results Indicate IP address of hop and round-trip time in
milliseconds (ms)

FTP speed test Address IP or URL

Direction Upload and/or download
Results Time, kB transferred, speed in kbit/s
Bookmarks User-definable

Web browser (software option) Address IP address or URL

MPEG2, MPEG4 part 2 and 10 (H.264/AVC),

IPTV testing (software option) Supported video standards
Microsoft Mediaroom/WM9/VC1

Operating modes DSL Terminate

Ethernet Terminate

IPTV parameters/functionality IGMP join/leave requests with STB emulation

Automatic tests to join/leave and analyze up to five
simultaneous streams
Programmable channel list for storage of commonly
used channels
Bandwidth usage per channel
IGMP packet and rate information per line and channel
Multicast/unicast RTP/UDP IP stream support
Key IP video QoS parameters, packet loss, zap time,
PID statistics
Graphical results
Transport stream packet loss histogram

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COPPER SPECIFICATIONS a, b, c
Receiver characteristics Reception frequency 200 Hz to 20 kHz
20 kHz to 30 MHz

Frequency uncertainty (accuracy) ±(50 ppm + 1 digit)

VF reception level range (dBm) –90 to 20 at 600 1

VF level uncertainty (accuracy) 200 Hz to 20 kHz

–90 dBm to –50 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±2 dB
–50 dBm to 20 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±1 dB

WB reception level range (dBm) –90 to 20 at 100 1 and 135 1

WB level uncertainty (accuracy) 20 kHz to 2.2 MHz

–90 dBm to –50 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±2 dB
–50 dBm to 20 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±1 dB

2.2 MHz to 30 MHz

–90 dBm to –50 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±2 dB
–50 dBm to 20 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±1 dB

Impedance (1) 100, 135, 600

POTS dialer DTMF 0 – 9, #, *
Phonebook 25 entries

Digital multimeter (DMM) Test type Snapshot and continuous

Impedance selection (for voltage measurement) 100 k1, 1 M1

Measurement Range Resolution Uncertainty (accuracy)

DC voltage 0 to 400 V 0.1 V for 0 to 99.9 V ±(|1 %| + 0.5 VDC)

1 V for 100 V to 400 V

AC voltage 0 to 280 Vrms 0.1 V for 0 to 99.9 V ±(1 % + 0.5 VAC)

1 V for 100 V to 280 V
Isolation resistance 0 to 1 G1, auto-ranging Three digits
(stress/leakage) 1 k1 to 99 M1 ±(2 % + 1 digit)
100 M1 to 999 M1 ±(5 % + 1 digit)
Resistance 0 to 100 M1 Three digits
0 to 999 1 ±(1 % + 5 ohms)
1 k1 to 100 M1 ±(2 % + 1 digit)

Capacitance 0.1 nF to 2 μF Four digits ±(2 % + 50 pF)

DC current 0 to 110 mA 0.1 mA ±(|2 %| + 1 mA)

AC current 0 to 110 mA 0.1 mA ±(|2 %| + 1 mA) d

Isolation resistance
Source 50 to 125 VDC (current safely limited to 0.5 mA)
(stress/leakage) (continued)
Soak timer (s) 1 to 60

NOTES
a. Subject to change without notice.
b. Typical, at 23 °C ± 3 °C, on batteries, with no type B USB connection.
c. Specifications based on 24 AWG (PE 0.5 mm) cabling.
d. From 10 mA to 110 mA.
 COPPER SPECIFICATIONS a, b, c (continued)
VF noise measurement Frequency range 200 Hz to 20 kHz

Level range (dBm) –90 to 20

Resolution (dB) 0.1

Uncertainty (accuracy) –90 dBm to –50 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±2 dB

–50 dBm to +20 dBm, uncertainty (accuracy) ±1 dB

Filters ITU: none, psophometric, P-notched, 3.4 kHz, D-filter, 15 kHz

ANSI: none, C-message, C-notched, 3.4 kHz, D-filter, 15 kHz

Impedance 600 1

VF impulse noise Low threshold (dBm) –40 to 0, in 1 dB steps

Mid threshold Low threshold plus separation

High threshold Mid threshold plus separation

Separation (dB) 1 to 6, in 1 dB steps

Dead time (ms) 125

None, 3 kHz flat, C-message, psophometric,

Filters
notched and D filter (IEEE 743-1995)

Counter Maximum 999 for each threshold

Timer 1 minute to 24 hours, default is 15 minutes

Power influence (noise to ground) Noise range (dBm) –60 to 10

Uncertainty (accuracy) –60 dBm to –50 dBm ± 2 dB

–50 dBm to 10 dBm ± 1 dB

VF longitudinal balance Frequency (Hz) 1004

Level range (dB) 0 to 100

Level uncertainty (accuracy) (dB) ±1

Impedance 600 1

Time-domain reflectometer (TDR) Modes Fully automatic operation with location of most significant event(s)

Distance range (m) 0 to 6700 (0 ft up to 22 000 ft)

Pulse width 15 ns to 20 μs

Test signals Sine wave, compensated sine wave, half-sine wave and square wave

Amplitude 7.5 V p-p on cable, 9 V p-p open circuit

Velocity of propagation (VOP) 0.400 to 0.999

Distance uncertainty (accuracy) d (m) ±(0.5 m + 1 % x distance)

Units Meters and feet

Load coil detection Count Up to 5

Plot (kHz) Up to 10

Distance range (m) Up to 8000 (up to 27 000 ft)

NOTES
a. Subject to change without notice.
b. Typical, at 23 °C ± 3 °C, on batteries, with no type B USB connection.
c. Specifications based on 24 AWG (PE 0.5 mm) cabling.
d. Qualified up to 300 m (1000 ft) and does not include the uncertainty due to VOP.

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COPPER SPECIFICATIONS a, b, c (continued)

Power spectral density (PSD) Test type Continuous with peak-hold

Vertical scale 15 dBm/Hz to –140 dBm/Hz or 20 dBm to –90 dBm

Horizontal scale 4.3125 kHz to 17 MHz, in 4.3125 kHz steps or

8.625 kHz to 30 MHz, in 8.625 kHz steps

Noise filters None or E, F, G, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17 and VDSL2-30

Wideband impulse noise Threshold –50 dBm (40 dBrn) to 0 dBm (90 dBrn) in 1 dB steps

Counter maximum 65 000 000

Test duration 1, 5, 10, 15 and 60 min, 24 h or continuous

Uncertainty (accuracy) (dB) ±2

Noise filters None or E, F, G, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17 and VDSL2-30

Wideband longitudinal balance Level range (dB) 0 to 50 up to 2.2 MHz

0 to 40 up to 12 MHz

Level resolution (dB) 0.1

Level uncertainty (accuracy) (dB) ±2 (up to 2.2 MHz)

Frequency uncertainty (accuracy) (ppm) ±(50 ppm + 1 digit)

Frequency scale ADSL/2+: 20 kHz to 2.2 MHz

VDSL/VDSL2-12: 20 kHz to 12 MHz

Single-ended frequency response Distance range (m) 100 m to 5000 m (300 ft to 16000 ft)
(attenuation) d

Frequency range (Hz) 4.3 kHz to 30 MHz

Frequency uncertainty (accuracy) ± (50 ppm + 1 digit)

± 2.0 dB typical for 2.2 MHz and 8 MHz ranges
Level uncertainty (accuracy) (dB)
± 3.0 dB for VDSL2-12 and VDSL2-17
± 4.0 dB for VDSL2-30 ranges

Resolution (dB) 0.1

Horizontal scale (MHz) ADSL2+ = 2.208, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12 = 12, VDSL2-17 = 17.66,
VDSL2-30 = 30
Vertical scale (dB) 0 to +100
Resistive fault location (RFL) Test type Single pair (two wire) and separate good pair (four wire)

Fault detection (M1) 0 to 20

Resolution Three digits

Loop resistance (k1) 10 maximum

Multiple cable sections Five (includes gauge and temperature setting)

Fault location Total resistance, near-end to fault resistance, fault to strap resistance
(three significant digits, least significant digit 0.1 1)
Total length, distance to fault, distance from fault to strap
(three significant digits, least significant digit 1 m)

Uncertainty (accuracy) ±(0.1 1 + 1 % x RTS)

NOTES
a. Subject to change without notice.
b. Typical, at 23 °C ± 3 °C, on batteries, with no type B USB connection.
c. Specifications based on 24 AWG (PE 0.5 mm) cabling.
d. Specification based on 1 kft 24 AWG cabling. Range depends on cable type and condition.
 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Display TFT LCD with backlight
152 mm (6 in) diagonal
800 x 480 resolution, WVGA
Test connections RJ11 for ADSL2+/VDSL2
Five-color banana connector for T/B, R/A, G, T1/B1, R1/A1
RJ45 for Ethernet 10/100 WAN
RJ45 for Ethernet 10/100 LAN
Results storage 1.2 GB internal memory

Temperature range
operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
storage –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)

Humidity 5 % to 95 % relative, non-condensing

Shock 1 m (39 in) drop per GR-196-CORE
Altitude 3000 m (9842 ft)
Input power 9-24 VDC, 2 A, 18 W via 90-220 VAC adapter or 12 V vehicle adapter
Battery Internal rechargeable lithium polymer, with battery-state and level indications, ajustable auto-power down
Safety CE and CSA marked
Size (H x W x D) 254 mm x 124 mm x 62 mm (10 in x 4 7/8 in x 2 7/16 in)
Weight (with battery) 1.9 kg (4.2 lb)
Water/dust ingress Designed to comply with IP54
Differential voltage protection 354 VRMS or 1000 VDC max
Common mode voltage protection 354 VRMS or 1000 VDC
Voltage detection >20 V will trigger alarm message
Self-test Routine on power-up
Connectivity Two USB 2.0 client ports
One USB Type B host port
Languages English, French, Spanish

STANDARD ACCESSORIES
DSL test cables: RJ14 to RJ11 and telco clip with bed of nails (ACC-RJ11-TC), or
RJ14 to RJ11 and 4 mm plugs with crocodile clips (ACC-RJ11-4MM)

Copper test cable: Three-color (black, red, green) 4 mm banana plugs terminated with telco clips, or
Three-color (black, red, green) 4 mm banana plugs terminated with crocodile clips
RFL strap (ACC-STRP)

Certificate of compliance

AC adapter (GP-2146)
Soft carrying case (GP-10-072)

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Index

A
AC requirements ................................................................................................... 11
after-sales service ................................................................................................ 146

B
battery
maintenance recommendations.................................................................... 144

C
caution
of personal hazard ...................................................................... 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10
of product hazard ............................................................................................. 9
certification information .........................................................................................vi
cleaning
front panel .................................................................................................... 144
cold shutdown ...................................................................................................... 12
configuring unit .................................................................................................... 14
conventions, safety ................................................................................................. 9
current, electrical................................................................................................... 11
customer service.................................................................................................. 149

E
equipment returns .............................................................................................. 149
EXFO service centers............................................................................................ 150

F
front panel, cleaning ........................................................................................... 144

I
identification label .............................................................................................. 146
input current ......................................................................................................... 11

K
keypad .................................................................................................................. 13

L
label, identification ............................................................................................. 146

M
main menu ............................................................................................................ 13
maintenance
battery .......................................................................................................... 144
front panel .................................................................................................... 144
general information ...................................................................................... 144
maximum input current ........................................................................................ 11
menus ................................................................................................................... 13

P
power source, AC .................................................................................................. 11
product
identification label ........................................................................................ 146
specifications ................................................................................................ 151

R
return merchandise authorization (RMA) ............................................................ 149

S
safety
caution.............................................................................................................. 9
conventions ...................................................................................................... 9
warning ...................................................................................... 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10
service and repairs............................................................................................... 149
service centers ..................................................................................................... 150
shipping to EXFO................................................................................................. 149
shut down
cold vs. warm.................................................................................................. 12
unit ................................................................................................................. 12
specifications, product ........................................................................................ 151
storage requirements .......................................................................................... 144
symbols, safety........................................................................................................ 9

T
technical specifications........................................................................................ 151
technical support ................................................................................................ 146
temperature for storage ...................................................................................... 144
transportation requirements ....................................................................... 144, 146

U
unit configuration ................................................................................................. 14
unit shutting down ............................................................................................... 12

W
warm shutdown .................................................................................................... 12
warranty
certification................................................................................................... 148
exclusions...................................................................................................... 147
general.......................................................................................................... 147
liability .......................................................................................................... 147
null and void ................................................................................................. 147

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