JDSU DSAM-2600B Quick Start Guide

DSAM Product Family

Wavetek™ Series Field Meter
Quick-Start Guide

DSAM Product Family

Wavetek™ Series Field Meter
Quick-Start Guide

Notice

Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this document was accurate at the time of printing. However, information is subject to change without notice, and JDS Uniphase Corporation reserves the right to provide an addendum to this document with information not available at the time that this document was created.

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© Copyright 2006 JDS Uniphase Corporation. All rights reserved.
JDS Uniphase Corporation, Enabling Broadband & Optical Innovation, and its logo are trademarks of JDS Uniphase Corporation. All other trademarks and regis­tered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
No part of this guide may be reproduced or transmitted electronically or otherwise without written permission of the publisher.
JDS Uniphase Corporation and DSAM are trademarks or registered trademarks of JDS Uniphase Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Specifications, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice.
This guide is a product of JDS Uniphase Corporation's Technical Information Development Department. To order additional copies, request document 6510-30-0384.
EMC Directive
Compliance
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This product was tested and conforms to the EMC Direc­tive, 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/ EEC for electromagnetic compatibility.
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Table of Contents

About This Guide
Purpose and scope.................................................... ... .viii
Assumptions..................................................................viii
Technical assistance......................................................viii
Conventions.....................................................................x

Chapter 1 Saftey Instructions

Important Safety Instructions...........................................2
Meter Safety .................................. ...............................2
Battery Safety...............................................................3
Battery Charger Module and Power Supply Module
Safety............................................................................4

Chapter 2 DSAM Operation

Product Overview............................................................8
Using this Quick-Start Guide.........................................8
Initial Set-Up...................................................................9
Installing the battery......................................................9
Connecting the power components............................10
Connecting the RF cable.................... ........................12
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Making additional connections....................................12
Powering the Meter .......................................................13
Selecting a power option ............................................13
Charging the battery...................................................13
Fast charge temperature range................... .. ... ... .......13
Interpreting the “Charge” LED ....................................14
Using the Keypad..........................................................15
Using the mode keys..................................................16
Using the display softkeys..........................................17
Using Shift Key shortcuts............................................18
Using the Help System..................................................18
Accessing Help from a mode menu............................18
Accessing Help from a submode................................19
Navigating within Help................................................20
Configuring the Meter....................................................20
Using Help when configuring the meter......................20
Selecting a configuration mode ..................................21
General Configuration..............................................22
Language selection and local preferences ..............22
Measurement Configuration.....................................23
Channel Plan Configuration.....................................24
Access Configuration...............................................25
Using Measure Mode ....................................................26
Measure Basic Menu..................................................26
Service Measurement Menu....................................28
Spectrum Measurement Menu.................................29
Performing signal level measurements.......................31
Performing miniscan measurements..........................32
Performing spectrum measurements..........................33
Performing DOCSIS measurements...........................34
Using AutoTest Mode....................................................35
Using Combo AutoTest..................................37
Using Video Channels AutoTest.................................38
Using Cable Modem AutoTest....................................38
Using TechComplete Closeout Test............................39
Using Access Mode.......................................................41
DIsplaying the Access Files menu..............................41
Managing files and folders.......................................41
Synchronizing your data..........................................41
DIsplaying the Access Browser menu........................42
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Cloning DSAM Meters...................................................43
Replacing the Protective Lens.......................................44
Contrast Adjustment (Extreme Temperature Change) ..45

Appendix A Specifications

DSAM-1500, -2500. -2600, -3500, 3600, 6000
Specifications.................................................................48
Power Component Specifications..................................53

Appendix B Customer Services

About our services....................................... ... .. .............56
Customer care........................................................ ... ....56
Technical assistance (business hour).........................57
Instrument repair.........................................................57
Equipment return instructions.....................................57
Warranty information...................................................58
Global services and solutions........................................61
System deployment and field engineering..................61
Training.......................................................................62
Instructor-led training:..............................................62
Public courses (Acterna sites) ..............................62
On-site training (Customer site)............................62
Alternative learning:.................................................63
Courseware licensing program and
train-the-trainer .....................................................63
Computer-based training (CBT)............................63
Product support ..........................................................64
Consulting services.....................................................65
Integrated service programs.......................................66
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About This Guide

“Purpose and scope” on page viii“Assumptions” on page viii“Technical assistance” on page viii“Conventions” on page ix
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About This Guide

Purpose and scope

Purpose and scope
The purpose of this guide is to help you successfully use the DSAM features and capabilities. This guide includes task-based instructions that describe how to use and obtain support for the DSAM.

Assumptions

This guide is intended for novice, intermediate, and expe­rienced users who want to use the DSAM effectively and efficiently. We are assuming that you have basic computer and mouse/track ball experience and are familiar with basic telecommunication concepts and terminology.

Technical assistance

If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this product, call or e-mail JDS Uniphase Corpora­tion’s Cable Technical Assistance Center for customer support.
Ta ble 1 Technical assistance centers
Region Phone Number
Americas 1 866 228 3762
1 301 353 1550 (World Wide)
Cable TV/ Multimedia Products
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1 800 428 4424 Ext. 8350 (America) 1 317 788 9351 Ext. 8350 (World Wide)
tac@jdsu.com
catv.support@jdsu.com
Ta ble 1 Technical assistance centers (Continued)
Region Phone Number
About This Guide

Conventions

Europe, Africa, and Mid-East
+49 (0) 7121 86 1345 (Europe)
+800 882 85822
hotline.europe@jdsu.com
support.uk@jdsu.com
(European Freephone) +49 (0) 6172 59 11 00
hotline.germany@jdsu.com
(JDS Uniphase Corpora­tion Germany)
+33 (0) 1 39 30 24 24
hotline.germany@jdsu.com
(JDS Uniphase Corpora­tion France)
Asia and the Pacific
+852 2892 0990 (Hong Kong)
+86 10 6655 5988 (Beijing-China)
All others 1 866 228 3762 tac@jdsu.com
During off-hours, you can request assistance by doing one of the following: leave a voice mail message at the Tech­nical Assistance number in your region; e-mail North American Technical Assistance Center , tac@jdsu.com, or European Technical Assistance Center,
support.uk@jdsu.com; or submit your question using our
online Technical Assistance Request form at
www.jdsu.com.
Conventions
This guide uses naming conventions and symbols, as described in the following tables.
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Conventions
Table 2 Typographical conventions
Description Example
User interface actions appear in
On the Status bar, click Start.
this typeface. Buttons or switches that you press
on a unit appear in this
TYPEFACE.
Code and output messages appear
Press the ON switch.
All results okay
in this typeface. Text you must type exactly as
shown appears in this typeface.
Type: a:\set.exe in the di a l og
box Variables appear in this typeface. Type the new hostname. Book references appear in this
typeface. A vertical bar | means “or”: only one
Refer to Newton’s Telecom Dic-
tionary
platform [a|b|e]
option can appear in a single com­mand.
Square brackets [ ] indicate an
login [platform name]
optional argument. Slanted brackets < > group
<password> required arguments.
Table 3 Keyboard and menu conventions
Description Example
A plus sign + indicates simulta-
Press Ctrl+s neous keystrokes.
A comma indicates consecutive
Press Alt+f,s key strokes.
A slanted bracket indicates choos­ing a submenu from menu.
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On the menu bar, click
Start > Program Files.
About This Guide
Conventions
Table 4 Symbol conventions
This symbol represents a general hazard.
This symbol represents a risk of electrical shock.
NOTE
This symbol represents a Note indicating related infor­mation or tip.
Table 5 Safety definitions
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Chapter 1
Saftey Instructions
1
This chapter describes DSAM Safety Instructions. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
“Important Safety Instructions” on page 2
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Important Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions
Follow these safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, shock, or personal injury and to avoid damage to the DSAM meter and its power components.
1 Read all instructions in this section regarding the
meter, battery, charger module, and universal power supply.
2 Keep these instructions for future reference. 3 Heed all warnings and safety precautions.

Meter Safety

Follow these safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, shock, or personal injury and to avoid damage to the DSAM meter:
1 Use the meter and its power components only as
directed by the instructions in this guide or as directed by other resources provided by JDS Uniphase Corpo­ration.
2 When powering the meter, maintain the secure
connection of each power component.
3 Use only JDS Uniphase Corporation-specified
components to power and conduct measurements with this meter.
4 Keep the meter cavity that holds the battery and its
battery contacts clean.
5 Use only a dry cloth to clean the meter. 6 Avoid using the meter or its power components during
an electrical storm.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Do not disassemble the meter. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact the appropriate JDS Uniphase Corporation re presentative for meter repair or calibration.

Battery Safety

Follow these safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, shock, or personal injury and to avoid damage to the DSAM battery:
These safety precautions apply to the use of either the NiMH battery or the Li-Ion battery supporting the DSAM meter.
1 Power the meter only with battery types approved for
use by JDS Uniphase Corporation.
2 Do not disassemble or attempt to service the battery. 3 Do not place the battery on a conductive surface. 4 Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery
contacts.
5 Charge the battery only with the specified charger. 6 Keep the battery away from heat sources near or
above 60° C (140° F).
7 Operate and store the battery only within the following
ranges:
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–NiMH
– Charging
0 to +40° C (+32° to +104° F)
– Discharge
-20° C to +50° C (-4° to +122° F)
– Short term storage
-20° C to +55° C (-4° to +131° F) (90 days or less)
– Long term storage
+10° C to +30° C (+50° to +86° F) (1 year +)
– Li-Ion
– Charging
0 to +45° C (+32° to +113° F)
– Discharge
-20° C to +50° C (-4° to +122° F)
– Short term storage
-20° C to +60° C (-4° to +140° F) (90 days or less)
– Long term storage
+10° C to +30° C (+50 to +86° F) (1 year +)
WARNING:
Do not crush, penetrate, mutilate, or dismember the battery in any way.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme caution. Avoid contact with the electrolyte.
WARNING:
Do not dispose of the battery in fire or in water. Follow all local restrictions regarding the proper disposal or recycling of the battery.
Battery
Charger
Module and
Power Supply
Module Safety
Follow these safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, shock, or personal injury and to avoid damage to the DSAM charger module and power supply module:
1 When powering the meter, maintain the secure
connection of each power component.
2 Use only JDS Uniphase Corporation-specified
components to power and conduct measurements with this meter.
3 Do not damage the power cords. 4 Avoid using the meter or its power components during
an electrical storm.
5 Follow all basic safety practices associated with the
use of electrical equipment.
WARNING:
Do not use this product in the vicinity of a gas leak or in any other explosive environment.
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Chapter 2
DSAM Operation
2
This chapter describes the functionality of the DSAM. Topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
“Product Overview” on page 8“Initial Set-Up” on page 9“Powering the Meter” on page 13“Using the Keypad” on page 15“Using the Help System” on page 18“Configuring the Meter” on page 20“Using Measure Mode” on page 26“Using AutoTest Mode” on page 35“Using Access Mode” on page 41“Cloning DSAM Meters” on page 43“Replacing the Protective Lens” on page 44“Contrast Adjustment (Extreme Temperature
Change)” on page 45
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Product Overview

Product Overview
The DSAM Wavetek™ S eries Fiel d Meter family prov ides a combination of DOCSIS/EuroDOCSIS cable modem installation meters for the on-site installation and service of high-speed data and video services.
Using exclusive digital signal processing and integrated DOCSIS/EuroDOCSIS chipset technology, the meter communicates with the network CMTS to verify suitable conditions for cable modem installation from the subscriber’s location. The DSAM is also equipped with signal level meter capabilities, including spectrum scan­ning for ingress assessment and mini-scan analysis of up to twelve analog and/or digital channels. The meter’s AutoTest capability makes installations easier and more reliable than ever before.
JDS Uniphase Corporation has incorporated exclusive DSP, DOCSIS, and analog technology to enhance your DSAM’s usability and pr ovide significant flexibility as addi­tional features become available. Upgrading the meter can be as simple as downloading a file from the Internet and installing it onto the device using optional FDM utility software.
Using this
Quick-Start
Guide
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We know you want to get the most out of your DSAM as soon as possible, so we’ve designed this Quick-Start Guide to provide the essential facts you need to know to use your DSAM effectively.
We encourage you to read this guide completely and to take advantage of the extensive Help system on your DSAM (see “Using the Help System” on page 18).
This guide provides safety information, initial set-up instructions, and important facts about powering, config­uring, and executing the functions of the meter. The guide also provides information about cloning DSAM meters,

Initial Set-Up

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Initial Set-Up
sources for additional technical assistance, the product warranty, equipment return instructions, and specifications for the meter and its power components.
Typically your DSAM Wavetek™ Series Field Meter is shipped with the following accessories:
– One (1) NiMH rechargeable battery – One (1) charger module – One (1) universal power supply module – One (1) power cord – One (1) DC connector – One (1) shoulder strap – Two (2) hand-straps (installed on meter) – Five (5) replacement lenses – One (1) quick-start guide.
Many optional accessories are available to extend your DSAM’s functionality , versatility, and ease of use. Learn more about optional DSAM accessories at this Internet address: www.jdsu.com/products/cable/index.html.
Installing the
To install the battery:
battery
1 Hold the meter securely with the display screen facing
away from you and the keypad in the palm of your hand.
2 Holding the battery in your other hand with its label
facing away from you, rest the lower (contact) edge of the battery against the raised edge at the bottom of the meter.
3 Gently lower the battery into the cavity of the meter
until the top edge of the battery latches into place.
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To remove the battery, hold the meter in the manner described above and press the release button located directly above the battery in the center of the back of the meter. When released, gently pull the battery out of the cavity in the back of the meter.
Connecting
the power
components
In addition to the battery, three power components have been shipped with your DSAM -- a charger module, a universal power supply module, and a power cord.
IMPORTANT:
Read all safety instructions in the front of this guide before attempting to power the meter or charge the battery (see “Important Safety Instructions” on page 2).
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Initial Set-Up
Figure 1 DSAM Power Components
Connect the power components in the manner shown in
Figure 1 on page 11.
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Initial Set-Up
Follow these three steps to connect the power compo­nents to the DSAM battery (the battery can be in or out of the meter):
1 Align the tabs of the charger module connector to the
slots in the battery and gently insert the connector tabs into the battery slots.
2 Align the universal power supply module connector
(or DC connector) with the DC connection port in the charger module and gently insert the connector into the connection port.
3 Align the power cord connector with the universal
power supply connection port and gently insert the connector into the connection port. Connect the power cord plug to an AC power source when you a re ready to power the meter or charge the battery. (If you are using the DC connector, connect it to an appro­priate 12-volt DC power source.)
Connecting
the RF cable
Making
additional
connections
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To conduct measurements with your DSAM, connect the RF cable of the system you are servicing to the RF connection port on the back panel of the meter.
Use the Ethernet port located on the top of the meter to clone settings with other DSAM meters (see “Cloning
DSAM Meters” on page 43) or to synchronize your data
with optional FDM utility software (see “Using Access
Mode” on page 41).
(The headphone jack and USB ports located on the top of the meter will be used in future DSAM applications.)

Powering the Meter

IMPORTANT:
Read all safety instructions in the front of this guide before attempting to power the meter or charge the bat­tery (see “Important Safety Instructions” on page 2).
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Powering the Meter
Selecting a
power option
Charging the
battery
There are three ways to provide power to your DSAM. Choose the method that best suits your working condi­tions:
– DC power from the charger module connected to an
AC power source, – DC power from the battery alone, or – DC power using the DC connector cord connected to
a charger module. With the power components properly connected (see
“DSAM Power Components” on page 11), the DSAM
battery can be charged when outside of the meter or when installed in the meter.
When you power the meter directly with an AC or a DC power source, this source automatically charges the battery as well on a separate path with no degradation to the meter’s direct power. When the battery is fully charged, the charger module provides a maintenance charge from the power source (see “Charge LED indications” on
page 14).
The charger module automatically identifies the type of battery being charged; no battery selection configuration is required.
Fast charge
temperature
range
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Your DSAM charger module will not allow fast charge mode to begin if the battery temperature is not within a safe range for charging. T o begin and maintain fast charge
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mode, the battery temperature should be approximately between 32 °F (0 °C) and 122 °F (50 °C). Fast charge mode automatically resumes when the battery tempera­ture returns within this range.
Interpreting
the “Charge”
LED
There are two LED indicator lights on your DSAM charger module -- the “Power” LED and the “Charge” LED.
The green “Power” LED illuminates to indicate that the charger module is receiving power.
The “Charge” LED illuminates in red, green, or orange to indicate the present battery and charge condition. It may remain on constantly, or it may begi n to flash . To interpret the “Charge” LED indications, review Table 1.
Table 1 Charge LED indications
LED color
Red On
Green On
LED activity
(constant)
(constant)
Battery and charge condition
Charger module is in fast charge mode; maximum charge is delivered to bat­tery
Fast charge cycle is com­plete; battery is ready for use and in maintenance charge mode while attached to the charger module
Red Flashing Battery-related error or
defect detected; min/max cell voltage or battery tem­perature is out of range)
Orange Flashing DC input voltage is out of
range.
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For information about the charger module’s specifications, see Table on page 53.

Using the Keypad

Below the display screen on the front panel of your DSAM (Figure 2) is a keypad used to perform all functions of the meter.
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Using the Keypad
Figure 2 DSAM Front Panel
The keypad is comprised of:
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–four Display Softkeys (directly below the display
screen) used to select screen-specific options or to
select pop-up menus associated with each key – four directional Arrow Keys (located directly below
the two center softkeys) used to navigate up, down,
right, and left among the displayed menus and
measurement features –an Enter Key used to select highlighted menu items
and input alphanumeric data –an Exit Key used to depart from the currently viewed
screen to a previously viewed option –four Mode Keys (Figure 3) used to access the
meter’s four primary functional modes – twelve Alphanumeric Keys used for data entry and
for shortcut access to specific features (as a shift key
function) –a Shift Key used in conjunction with the alpha-
numeric keys or the display softkeys for shortcut
access to specific features –a Power Key used to turn the meter on and off.
Using the
mode keys
Use the mode keys (Figure 3) to directly access the top level menu of features associated with each mode.
Figure 3 DSAM Mode Keys
Press the AUTOTEST mode key to display the AutoTest mode menu (see Figure 20 on page 36).
Press the MEASURE mode key to display the Measure mode menu (see Figure 13 on page 27).
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Press the ACCESS mode key to display the Access mode menu (see Figure 23 on page 41).
Press the CONFIGURE mode key to display the Configure mode menu (see Figure 9 on page 21).
Using the Keypad
Using the
display
softkeys
Four Display Softkeys (directly below the display screen) are used to select screen-specific options or to select pop­up menus associated with each key.
In Figure 4, the softkey below Limits was pressed to access the Limits pop-up menu in Level Mode.
Figure 4 “Limits” Softkey Selected
In Figure 5, the softkey below Select may be pressed to select the highlighted option; the softkey below Exit may be pressed to exit to the previously viewed screen.
Figure 5 “Select” and “Exit” Softkey Options
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Using the Help System

Using Shift
Key shortcuts
Use the Shift Key (Figure 2 on page 15) in conjunction with the alphanumeric keys or display softkeys for shortcut access to specific features. Shortcut functions are indi­cated by symbols at the bottom-right of each shortcut key. For example, press the Shift Key and then press the number 5 key to access the “?” shortcut -- which takes you directly to the Help system (“?” means “Help”). The Help system has more information about each shortcut feature.
Using the Help System
Your DSAM is equipped with an on-board Help system designed to answer many of the questions you may have about the proper configuration of the meter and the purpose and use of its measurement functions. You can access Help texts as questions occur or easily review all of the texts associated with a particular function as a short tutorial before attempting a particular task.
Access the Help system by pressing SHIFT+? (#5) on the alphanumeric keypad.
Two types of Help menus direct you to dozens of available Help text screens.
Accessing
Help from a
mode menu
When you access the Help system from one of the mode menus (such as AutoT est or Measure), the DSAM displays a mode-level Help menu that allows you to select the general topic you would like to learn about within that mode (see Figure 6). When you use the arrow keys to choose a topic and press ENTER, the Help submode menu for that topic is displayed (see Figure 7 on page 19). Use the arrow keys again to specify the Help text you would like to review and press ENTER to make your selec­tion.
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Figure 6 Help Menu for AutoTest Mode
Accessing
Help from a
submode
When you access the Help system from any screen within one of the submodes (such as Combo AutoT est, DOCSIS, or Synchronize), the DSAM displays a submode-level menu of specific Help topics (Figure 7). Use the arrow keys to select a topic and press ENTER to make your selection.
Figure 7 Help Menu for Combo AutoTest
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Configuring the Meter

Navigating
within Help
Use the Help screen softkeys (Figure 7) to move Forward to the highlighted menu selection or Back to the last­viewed Help screen. The Exit softkey returns you to the beginning of the last active mode, and the Menu softkey displays the Help main menu (Figure 8).
Figure 8 Help System Main Menu
Configuring the Meter
Accurate and complete configuration of your DSAM assures reliable measurement performance and enhanced ease of use. T o take full advantage of the many features your DSAM offers, be sure to properly configure the meter to respond effectively to your working conditions and to meet your data management needs.
Using Help
The Help system on your DSAM contains Help texts addressing each configuration topic.
when
configuring
the meter
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Press SHIFT+? (#5) to access the Help system.
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In addition to the Help texts linked to each topic in the four configuration modes, you may want to review the Help texts addressing configuration in the AutoTest and Measure modes for more complete information (Help texts such as, “Configuring Video Channels AutoTest” and Configuring DOCSIS”).
Selecting a
configuration
mode
T o view the CONFIGURE GENERAL menu (see Figure 9), press the CONFIGURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the General softkey.
Figure 9 Configure Mode General Menu
Four configure modes are indicated by softkey tabs at the bottom of the display screen -- General, Measure, Channel Plan, and Access. Each configuration mode has a menu of configurable items specific to that mode.
To access a Configure Mode menu, press the softkey directly below the mode you wish to view. The CONFIGURE GENERAL menu is displayed when you press the CONFIGURE mode key for the first time. After that, the meter will display the most recently displayed Configure Mode each time you return to the configuration menus by pressing the CONFIGURE mode key.
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Configuring the Meter
When you have displayed the mode menu you prefer, use the arrow keys to highlight the item you intend to configure and press ENTER.
General
Configuration
Language
selection and
local
preferences
To view the CONFIGURE GEN E R AL me nu, press the General softkey when in Configure mode.
Use general configuration to: – adjust contrast
– adjust sounds – optimize battery life – enter your personal information – set date and time – configure printer – configure network – configure ports – set local preferences – administer security – choose a utility – clone settings with other DSAM meters – choose a diagnostic
Select Regional Preferences on the CONFIGURE GENERAL menu to specify the type of language, date format, signal level units, temperature units, and digital performance units you prefer.
Press ENTER to open the LANGUAGE edit box and use the arrow keys to highlight the selection you prefer. Then press ENTER to complete the edit.
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Each edit box may be edited individually. T o save time, you can edit fewer boxes by first editing the PRESET TO edit box (which automatically selects default settings for date format, signal level units, temperature units, and digital performance units based upon the locale you choose).
Measurement
Configuration
To view the CONFIGURE MEASURE menu (Figure 10), press the CONFIGURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Measure softkey.
Figure 10 Configure Mode Measure Men u
Use measure configuration to specify: – limit sets,
– DOCSIS throughput, and – other (measurement) settings, such as the roving
MAC address for cable modem tests. Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about
each configuration mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out wh at each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
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Channel Plan
Configuration
A CA TV system is comprised of channels representing the channel plan for that system. Each channel is identified by its carrier type, frequency, and other parameters. The parameters (characteristics) of individual channels can be edited within a plan to meet a variety of measurement objectives.
To view the CONFIGURE CHANNEL menu (Figure 11), press the CONFIGURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Channel Plan softkey.
Figure 11 Configure Mode Channel Plan Menu
Your DSAM has a default (NCTA) channel plan. You can build, clone, or synchronize customized plans.
Use channel plan configuration to: – select a plan,
– edit a plan, – enable/disable channels, – configure Miniscan channels, – configure AutoTests, and – build a new plan
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Configuring the Meter
Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about each configuration mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out wh at each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
Access
Configuration
To view the CONFIGURE ACCESS menu (Figure 12), press the CONFIGURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Access softkey.
Figure 12 Configure Mode Access Menu
Use pc connection to select your preferred PC connection (Ethernet or RF) and to define its IP address.
Use the WFA browser settings to enter the preferred ethernet or RF connection, home URL, proxy server parameters (optional) and CM diagnostic web page infor­mation.
Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about each configuration mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out wh at each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
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Using Measure Mode

Using Measure Mode
Three measurement modes are indicated by softkey tabs at the bottom of the display screen -- Basic, Service, and Spectrum. Each measurement mode has a menu of measurement items specific to that mode.
To access a Basic Mode menu, press the softkey directly below the mode you wish to view. The MEASURE BASIC menu is displayed when you press the MEASURE mode key for the first time. After that, the meter will display the most recently displayed Measure mode each time you return to the Measure menus by pressing the MEASURE mode key.
When you have displayed the mode menu you prefer, use the arrow keys to highlight the item you intend to configure and press ENTER.
You are ready to perform tests in Measure mode only when
– the meter is receiving power, – the RF cable is connected to the meter (on the back
panel), and – your DSAM has been configured to conduct measure-
ments (see “Configuring the Meter” on page 20).
Measure Basic
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To view the MEASURE BASIC menu (Figure 13), press the MEASURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then
Menu
press the Basic softkey. Use the arrow keys to highlight the type of measurement you wish to perform and press ENTER to access that option.
Here's another quick way to access Measure mode options: Press the SHIFT key to display the options above each softkey and press the softkey directly under the option of your choice.
Chapter 2 DSAM Operation
Using Measure Mode
Figure 13 Measure Mode Basic Menu
Use Measure Basic Menu to select: – level - views and analyzes the signal level of each
carrier within a channel (as defined by the active
channel plan), – miniscan - views and analyzes the carrier levels of up
to twelve channels and displays the results on a single
screen, – full scan - views and analyzes the carrier levels of up
to 999 channels at a time and displays the video and
audio levels of a carrier on a single screen, – tilt - analyzes and displays the signal level and tilt
calculation of up to twelve channels and displays the
results on a single screen, and – constellation - (only on specific DSAM models or
options) displays a constellation diagram of the
demodulated digital Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
(QAM) type (64 QAM or 256 QAM) signal prior to error
correction
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Using Measure Mode
Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about each measurement mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out what each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
Service
Measurement
Menu
T o view the MEASURE SERVICE menu (Figure 14), press the MEASURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Service softkey . Use the arrow keys to highlight the type of measurement you wish to perform and press ENTER to access that option.
Here's another quick way to access Measure mode options: Press the SHIFT key to display the options above each softkey and press the softkey directly under the option of your choice.
Figure 14 Measure Mode Service Menu
Use measure service menu to select: – DOCSIS - analyzes the digital performance of a user-
selected DOCSIS channel to verify downstream/
upstream connectivity,
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Using Measure Mode
– Ethernet - (optional purchase required) analyzes the
internet protocol (IP) performance through the
Ethernet, – CM Diagnostics page - (optional purchase required)
displays a cable modem's internal web page, and – VoIP - (optional purchase required) provides the
ability to measure voice quality of your VoIP networks
and gateway, internet protocol (IP) phones and other
end point devices. Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about
each measurement mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out what each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
Spectrum
Measurement
To view the MEASURE SPECTRUM menu (Figure 14), press the MEASURE mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Spectrum softkey. Use the arrow keys to
Menu
highlight the type of measurement you wish to perform and press ENTER to access that option.
Here's another quick way to access Measure mode options: Press the SHIFT key to display the options above each softkey and press the softkey directly under the option of your choice.
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Using Measure Mode
Figure 15 Measure Mode Spectrum Menu
Use measure spectrum menu to select: – upstream spectrum - views and analyzes noise on the
upstream path (return path), – downstream spectrum - (optional purchase required)
view the entire CATV downstream spectrum
frequency range (40 MHz to 1 GHz) in 50 Mhz
(default) frequency spans with a dynamic range of 60
dB, and – field view - (optional purchase required) analyzes and
displays ingress and distortion on the upstream path
(return path) as viewed by PathTrak or Phasor system
at the node and the headend. It identifies the
frequency at which ingress occurs and displays the
level value. Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about
each measurement mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out what each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
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Using Measure Mode
Performing signal level
measurements
Level measurement mode views and analyzes the signal level of each carrier within a channel (as defined by the active channel plan).
T o access Level mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the Level option on the Measure mode menu (Figure 13 on
page 27), and press ENTER. (Or, press the SHIFT key
and the LEVEL softkey. ) The first Level mode screen you see will look similar to Figure 16.
Figure 16 Level Mode Screen
To configure the Level measurement feature, select the channel plan to be tested and the tuning mode you prefer. If desired, you can select a set of measurement limits and the parameters of those limit sets.
Press SHIFT+9 to automatically adjust the analog meter to the best reference setting. Use the arrow keys to adjust the setting by one (1) dB per key press.
The Help system offers additional instruction about these tasks.
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Using Measure Mode
Performing
miniscan
measurements
Miniscan Mode views and analyzes the carrier levels of up to twelve channels and displays the results on a single screen.
T o access Miniscan Mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the Miniscan option on the Measure mode menu (Figure 13 on page 27), and press ENTER. (Or, press the SHIFT key and the MINISCAN softkey .) The first Miniscan Mode screen you see will look similar to Figure 17.
Figure 17 Miniscan Mode Screen
To configure the Miniscan measurement feature, select: the channel plan to be tested, up to twelve channels for Miniscan measurement, a set of measurement limits (based on test location), the parameters of those limit sets, and the resolution of the Miniscan graph for the best viewing.
Use the up and down arrow keys to adjust the reference setting of the graph by one (1) dB per key press. Use the right and left arrow keys to move the vertical marker to the next or previous channel.
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Using Measure Mode
The Help system offers additional instruction about these tasks.
Performing
spectrum
measurements
Upstream Spectrum Mode views and analyzes ingress and distortion on the upstream (return) path. Initial measurements typically occur at the ground block with the home disconnected from the network.
To access Upstream Spectrum Mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the Upstream Spectrum option on the Measure mode menu (Figure 15 on page 30), and press ENTER. (Or, press the SHIFT key and the SPECTRUM softkey.) The first Upstream Spectrum mode screen you see will look similar to Figure 18.
Figure 18 Upstream Spectrum Mode Screen
To configure Upstream Spectrum Mode, select the measurement limit option (or turn it off), and (if it is on) set an appropriate pass/fail limit value for your installation. Position the marker at each frequency to display the level value.
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Using Measure Mode
Use the up and down arrow keys to adjust the reference setting of the graph by one (1) dB per key press. Use the right and left arrow keys to move the vertical marker to the next or previous measurement data point.
The Help system offers additional instruction about these tasks.
Prior to an installation, use upstream spectrum measure­ments to verify that the system does not exceed the maximum acceptable level for ingress. After an installa­tion, check the level again to compare the previous reading and confirm that install procedures or components did not create new sources of ingress.
Performing
DOCSIS
measurements
DOCSIS Mode analyzes the digital performance of user­selected DOCSIS channels to verify downstream/ upstream connectivity. Only DOCSIS channels defined in the downstream (forward path) channel plan are available for DOCSIS measurement testing.
To access DOCSIS Mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the DOCSIS option on the Measure mode menu (Figure 14 on page 28), and press ENTER. (Or, press the SHIFT key and the DOCSIS softkey.) The first DOCSIS mode screen you see will look similar to Figure 19.
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Chapter 2 DSAM Operation

Using AutoTest Mode

Figure 19 DOCSIS Mode Screen
To configure DOCSIS Mode: – confirm that you are testing the correct channel plan
(plan label is in upper right corner), – confirm that you are testing the correct DOCSIS
channel in that plan, – confirm (if required by the system administrator) that
the roving MAC address on this meter is recognized
by the CMTS, – select a set of measurement limits (based on test
location), and – if necessary, edit the parameters of the limit set you
have selected. The Help system offers additional instruction about these
tasks.
Using AutoTest Mode
AutoTests are automated test sequences. Four types of user-configurable AutoTests are available on this meter:
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Using AutoTest Mode
– Combo AutoTest - a user-configured sequential
combination of Video Channels AutoTest and Cable
Modem AutoTest, – Video Channels AutoTest - user-configured level
measurements of a series of analog and/or digital
video channels, – Cable Modem AutoTest - user-configured verification
of upstream/downstream connectivity, ranging emula-
tion, and quality parameter measurements of one or
more DOCSIS channels, and – TechComplete Closeout Test - (optional purchase
required) user-configured combination of tests. The
tests can be any combination of testing on video
channels and DOCSIS tests such as ranging, registra-
tion, throughput or packet loss. T o view the AUT OTEST INS tALL menu (Figure 20), press
the Install softkey when in Autotest mode. Use the arrow keys to highlight the type of AutoTest measurement you wish to perform and press ENTER to access that option.
Figure 20 AutoTest Install Menu
You are ready to perform tests in AutoTest mode only when
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Using AutoTest Mode
– the meter is receiving power, – the RF cable is connected to the meter (on the back
panel), and – your DSAM has been configured to conduct AutoTest
measurements (see “Configuring the Meter” on
page 20).
Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about each AutoTest. Press SHIFT+? to find out what each test does, how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
Using
Combo
AutoTest
To access Combo AutoTest mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the ComboTest option on the AutoTest mode menu (Figure 20 on page 36), and press ENTER. The first Combo AutoTest mode screen you see will look similar to
Figure 21.
Figure 21 Combo AutoTest Mode Screen
Each Combo AutoTest is base d on thre e type s of conf igu ­ration:
– your configuration of one Video Channels AutoTest
and one Cable Modem AutoTest,
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Using AutoTest Mode
– the parameters of your limit sets, and – your selection of a set of measurement limits (based
on test location). The Help system offers additional instruction about these
tasks. After a limit set has been selected, press the START
softkey and Combo AutoTest measures the signal perfor­mance of all assigned channels in the Combo Test config­uration.
Using Video
Channels
AutoTest
Using Cable
Modem
AutoTest
To access Video Channels AutoTest mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the Video Channels option on the AutoTest mode menu (Figure 20 on page 36), and press ENTER. The first Video Channels AutoTest mode screen you see will look similar to the Combo AutoTest screen shown in Figure 21.
Each Video Channels AutoT est is based on three types of configuration:
– the parameters of your limit sets, – your selection of channels to be tested, and – your selection of a set of measurement limits (based
on test location). The Help system offers additional instruction about these
tasks. After a limit set has been selected, press the START
softkey (Figure 21 on page 37) and the AutoTest sequen­tially measures the signal performance of all assigned channels in the Video Channels AutoTest configuration.
To access Cable Modem AutoTest mode, use the arrow keys to highlight the Cable Modem option on the AutoTest mode menu (Figure 20 on page 36), and press ENTER.
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Using AutoTest Mode
The first Cable Modem AutoT est mode screen you see will look similar to the Combo AutoTest screen shown in
Figure 21 on page 37.
Cable Modem AutoTests are configured in the same manner as Video Channels AutoTests. To perform this test, first select
– the parameters of your limit sets, – your selection of channels to be tested, and – your selection of a set of measurement limits (based
on test location). The Help system offers additional instruction about these
tasks. After a limit set has been selected, press the START
softkey (Figure 21 on page 37) and the AutoTest sequen­tially measures the performance of all assigned channels in the Cable Modem AutoTest configuration.
Using
TechComplete
Closeout Test
To view the AUTOTEST CLOSEOUT menu (Figure 22), press the CLOSEOUT softkey when in Autotest mode. Use the arrow keys to highlight TechComplete and press
ENTER to perform this option.
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Using AutoTest Mode
Figure 22 AutoTest Closeout Menu
Each T echComplete Closeout test is based on three types of configuration:
– your configuration of one Video Channels AutoTest, – one Cable Modem AutoTest, and – the parameters of your limit sets.
After a limit set has been selected, press the START softkey and TechComplete Closeout test measures the signal performance of all assigned channels in the Combo Test configuration.
Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about the TechComplete Closeout test. Press SHIFT+? to find out how it works, how to configure it, how to interpret the results, and more.
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Using Access Mode

Use Access mode to efficiently manage your measure­ment files and folders. You can also use Access to synchronize your data with optional FDM utility software. The Help system offers additional instruction about these tasks.
Chapter 2 DSAM Operation
Using Access Mode
DIsplaying the
Access Files
menu
Managing files
and folders
To display the ACCESS FILES menu (Figure 23), press the ACCESS mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Files softkey. Use the arrow keys to highlight the task you wish to perform and press ENTER.
Figure 23 Access Files Menu
Use the Work Folders feature to create a new folder for your measurement files, rename or examine the proper­ties of an existing folder, delete a folder that you no longer need, or delete (purge) all folders that have been synchro­nized with optional FDM utility software.
Synchronizing
your data
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Use optional FDM utility software to receive, transfer, manage, and archive the measurement data of this (and other) DSAM meters. You can also use synchronization
Chapter 2 DSAM Operation
Using Access Mode
with the software to receive firmware upgrades. Synchro­nize using the Ethernet port on the top of the meter. If only measurement files or channel plans are being synchro­nized you may also synchronize over RF.
DIsplaying the
Access
Browser menu
To display the ACCESS BROWSER menu (Figure 24), press the ACCESS mode key (Figure 3 on page 16), then press the Browser softkey. Use the arrow keys to highlight the task you wish to perform and press ENTER.
Figure 24 Access Browser Menu
Use Access Browser menu to select: – WFA browser - used to save, send, and receive
various applications and system information, – local browser - used to open a saved Browser page,
and – web access test - The Web Access Test connects to
an JDS Uniphase Corporation test page on the
internet to ensure internet connectivity. It accesses a
single screen for view only.
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Use the Help system on your DSAM to learn more about each Access mode. Press SHIFT+? to find out what each option does, how it works, how to configure it, how to inter­pret the results, and more.

Cloning DSAM Meters

Use the CLONE feature to transfer DSAM settin gs from or to this meter.
The Help system offers additional instruction about these tasks.
To access the CLONE configuration screen (Figure 25),
1 Press the CONFIGURE mode key. 2 To display the Configure General mode menu
(Figure 9 on page 21), press GENERAL softkey. 3 Use the arrow keys to highlight Clone. 4 Press ENTER.
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Cloning DSAM Meters
Figure 25 Configure General Clone Screen
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Replacing the Protective Lens

Use an Ethernet crossover cable or a standard Ethernet cable with a crossover adapter to connect the DSAM meters. The Ethernet port is on the top of the meter.
Replacing the Protective Lens
Your DSAM is shipped with one protective lens covering the display screen and five additional protective lenses. These lenses are coated on both sides, so you need not worry about which side of the lens should face up or down. We recommend that you use only one lens at a time to protect the display screen. Replace the lens as it becomes damaged, smudged, or soiled.
To replace a lens 1 Gently insert your fingernail or a small coin into the
thin rectangular notch centered directly below the
display screen and push forward (not down) until the
installed lens begins to bend at the sides in the shape
of a small arc.
CAUTION
To avoid display screen damage, do not use sharp objects (such as hand tools or writing implements) to perform this step.
2 With the other hand, gently grab the sides of the lens
and pull the lens tabs out of the holes in the meter 3 Insert the tabs of the replacement lens into the holes
at the top of the display screen and gently bend the
lens to insert the tabs at the bottom of the lens into the
holes at the bottom of the screen.
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Contrast Adjustment (Extreme Temperature Change)

Chapter 2 DSAM Operation
Contrast Adjustment (Extreme Temperature Change)
Your DSAM provides two modes of contrast adjustment (AUTO and MANUAL). The AUTO mode provides a limited contrast adjustment based upon the sensed temperature range. The MANUAL mode provides a full contrast adjustment across the entire operational temper­ature range (0 to +120 degrees Fahrenheit or -20 to +50 degrees Celsius).
To adjust the contrast 1 To quickly access the ADJUST CONTRAST configu-
ration screen, press SHIFT 7. 2 To switch between contrast modes (AUTO or
MANUAL), press the softkey farthest to the right.
NOTE:
– When an extreme change in temperature is
encountered the MANUAL mode is highly recommended.
– When AUTO is displayed the DSAM is in the
MANUAL mode and vice versa.
– The factory default mode is AUTO.
3 Adjust the degree of difference between the lightest
and darkest areas of the screen by using the right and
left arrow keys to move the contrast indicator (slider)
on the ADJUST CONTRAST configuration screen.
NOTE:
To perform a repetitive contrast adjustment, press and hold the right or left arrow key. The factory default for screen contrast is 50%.
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Contrast Adjustment (Extreme Temperature Change)
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Appendix A
Specifications
A
This appendix describes the DSAM requirements. Topics discussed in this appendix are as follows:
“DSAM-1500, -2500. -2600, -3500, 3600, 6000 Speci-
fications” on page 48
“Power Component Specifications” on page 53
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Appendix A Specifications

DSAM-1500, -2500. -2600, -3500, 3600, 6000 Specifications

DSAM-1500, -2500. -2600, -3500, 3600, 6000 Specifications
Table 2 Product Specifications
Item Description Frequency
Range 4 to 1,000 MHz
Accuracy ±10 ppm at 25° C (77° F) Tuning Resolution Analog 10 KHz
Digital 50 KHz
Channel Bandwidth Models ending in A, 8 MHz
Models ending in B, 6 MHz
Analog Level Measurement
Signal Types CW, video and audio (NTSC,
PAL, and SECAM)
a
Range Resolution 0.1 dB
-40 to +60 dBmV (typical)
Resolution Bandwidth 330 KHz Accuracy
b
± 1.5 dB typical at 25° C (77° F)
Digital Level Measurement
Modulation Types QPR, QPSK, QAM (DVB/ACTS)
a
Range
-40 to +60 dBmV (typical) Resolution 0.1 dB Resolution Bandwidth 330 kHz Accuracy
b
± 2.0 dB typical at 25° C (77° F)
Upstream Spectrum (Ingress Scan)
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Appendix A Specifications
Table 2 Product Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
Spans Models ending in A, 4 to 65 MHz
Models ending in B, 4 to 45 MHz Sweep Rate Less than 2 seconds Display Scaling and Range 5 and 10 dB/division; 6 vertical
divisions Resolution Bandwidth 330 kHz Sensitivity
a
Two-way Ranging Test
DOCISIS® Based DOCSIS® 1.0 and 1.1
-35 to +60 dBmV (typical)
Upstream Transmit Range and Diplexer Crossover (DOCSIS® modes only)
Models ending in A, 5 to 65 MHz
65/96 MHz (min. downstream
DOCSIS® center freq. 100 MHz)
Models ending in B, 5 to 42 MHz
42/88 MHz (min. downstream
DOCSIS® center freq. 91 MHz) Upstream Modulation QPSK and 16 QAM as instructed
by CMTS Transmitter Output At 25°C maximum 55 dBmV with
16 QAM and 58 dBmV with
QPSK, (typical)
Downstream QAM Demodula­tion
Modulation Type 64 and 256 QAM, ITU-T J.83
Annex A, B, or C (selectable) Input Range (Lock Range)
c
-15 to +50 dBmV total integrated
power from 55 to 1000 MHz
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DSAM-1500, -2500. -2600, -3500, 3600, 6000 Specifications
Table 2 Product Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
BER (Bit Error Rate) MER (Modulation Error Ratio)
EVM (Error Vector Magnitude)
d
Pre and Post FEC: 10-4 to 10
e
Range 64 QAM: 21 to 35 dB
Accuracy: ± 2 dB (typical)
Range 256 QAM: 28 to 35 dB
Accuracy: ± 2 dB (typical)
e
Range 64 QAM: 1.2% to 5.8%
Accuracy: ± 0.5% (1.2% to
2.0%)
± 1.0% (2.1% to
4.0%)
± 1.4% (4.1% to
5.8%)
Range 256 QAM: 1.1% to 2.4%
Accuracy: ± 0.6%
-9
Symbol Rate Annex A, 5.057 to 6.952 Msps for
64 and 256 QAM
Annex B, 5.057 Msps for 64 QAM
and 5.361 Msps for 256 QAM
Annex C, 5.274 Msps for 64
QAM, and 5.361 Msps for 256
QAM
Interfaces
RF 75 ohm, F81 or BNC option Maximum Sustained Voltage 100V AC
140V DC
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Appendix A Specifications
Table 2 Product Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
RS232 Standard via DB9 on charger
module or optional direct cable Printer Compatibility Epson and Citizen Ethernet RJ45, 10 base T, TCP/IP, and
UDP supported USB v1.1 host mode, 150 mA maxi-
mum slave (future firmware
release) Standards Compliance Shock and vibration IEC 60068 Drop EC 61010 Handle Stress IEC 61010 Water Resistance MIL-STD-810E Safety - emissions EN 55022 Safety - immunity EN 61000
General
Display 320 x 240 pixels, gray scale,
selectable backlight Language Support
(User interface and Help System)
English in all models. No-charge
second language option of Span-
ish, French, German, or Japa-
nese Dimensions (Models 1500, 2500,
and 3500) Dimensions (Model 2600 and
3600)
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12 cm (W) 25 cm (H) 7 cm (D)
4.75" (W) 9.75" (H) 2.75" (D)
12 cm (W) 25 cm (H) 8.25 cm (D)
4.75" (W) 9.75" (H) 3.25" (D)
Appendix A Specifications
DSAM-1500, -2500. -2600, -3500, 3600, 6000 Specifications
Table 2 Product Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
Weight (Models 1500, 2500, and
2 pounds, 12 ounces (1.3kg)
3500) Weight (Model 2600 and 3600) 3 pounds, 4 ounces (1.5kg) Storage and Operating Tempera-
-20 to +50°C; (0 to +120°F)
ture Range
DSAM-3500 and - 3600 Additional Specifications Downstream Spectrum
(forward scan)
Frequency range 40 to 1000 MHz Sweep rate Less than 2.5 seconds Display scaling and range 5 and 10 dB/division; 6 vertical
divisions Resolution bandwidth 300 kHz Span 10 MHz or 50 MHz Sensitivity
a
-35 to 60 dBmV (typical) Constellation (optional) Modulation type 64 and 256 QAM Constellation points 2000, 4000, 8000, 16000, 32000,
or 64000 Zoom up to 4 levels Cable modem diagnostic page IP address
a. Typical integrated power, detectable range.
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f
192.168.100.1
Appendix A Specifications

Power Component Specifications

b. Accuracy for levels between -20 to +60 dBmV
Additional uncertainty of ± 1.0 dB from 4 MHz to 15 MHz
Additional uncertainty of ± 0.5 dB across -20°C to +50°C. c. Total integrated power, At 64 QAM. d. DSAM1500, 2500 and 3500 can support up to (I,J) = (128,1)
interleave for ITU-T J.83 Annex B DSAM2600 and 3600 can
support up to (I,J) = (128, 4) interleave for ITU-T J.83 Annex B e. Accuracy and behavior from 100 MHz to 1000 MHz for levels
between –5 to 50 dBmV (typical) f. IP address is specified in the DOCSIS® 1.1 and 2.0 operations support system
interface (OSSI) specifications
Power Component Specifications
Table 3 Power Component Specifications
Item Description Charger Module
Input Operational voltage range 11 to 14VDC (nominal = 12V DC) Input protection Reverse polarity; ESD Connector 2.5 mm coaxial
Environmental
Operational temperature range -20 to +50 °C (0 to +120 °F) Storage temperature range -20 to +80 °C (0 to +176 °F) High fast-charge inhibit range 60 °C (± 5 °C) (140 °F) Low fast charge inhibit range 0 °C (± 5 °C) (+32 °F) Humidity range 0 to 95% RH (non condensing)
Output - NiMH Battery
Battery life 3 hours (typical)
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Power Component Specifications
Table 3 Power Component Specifications (Continued)
Item Description
Fast charge rate 1000mA ± 10% @ 7.2V Maximum charge time Up to 5 hours
Output - Li-Ion Battery
Battery life 4.5 Hours (typical) Fast charge rate 1000mA ± 10% @ 7.4V Maximum charge time Up to 6.5 hours
Power Supply Module Input
AC Input Voltage Range 90 - 264 VAC AC Input Frequency 47 - 63 Hz Output Output Voltage +12VDC Maximum Load Current 2A
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Appendix B
Customer Services
B
This chapter describes the customer services available through Acterna. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following:
“About our services” on page 56“Customer care” on page 56“Global services and solutions” on page 61
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Appendix B Customer Services

About our services

About our services
Acterna offers an unmatched portfolio of services to deploy, support and innovate purchased equipment through its Customer Care and Global Services and Solu­tions organizations. Customer Care is standard with every product sale and consists of business hour technical assistance, in-warranty repair, calibration, and upgrade services. Global Services and Solutions provides profes­sional services to optimize product capabilities and maxi­mize efficiencies, including field engineering and deployment, technical training, product support, consulting and custom software development. Together these organizations supply the services necessary successfully utilize purchased equipment.

Customer care

Customer Care is accompanied with the sale of every Acterna product. Customer Care services include:
– Needs Analysis on Products and Services – Comprehensive Product and Service Literature – Pre-Sales Consulting – Technical Assistance (Business Hour) – Instrument Repair (Under Warranty Repair and Cali-
bration Services)
– Immediate Return Authorizations Contact a Customer Care representative through your
local distributor or by accessing www.jdsu.com for infor­mation on upgrades, calibration, warranty policies or any of Global Services and Solutions offerings. Representa­tives also provide assistance with product repairs and returns.
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Appendix B Customer Services
Customer care
Technical
assistance
(business
hour)
Instrument
repair
Expert business hour technical support, including help with product configuration, circuit qualification, and complete network trouble sectionalization is provided with your product (see“Technical assist ance” on p age viii). For around-the-clock support, 7x24 technical assistance may be purchased through Global Services and Solutions FleetCare program (see “Product support” on page 64).
Our service centers provide repair, calibration and upgrade services for under warranty equipment. Acterna understands the impact of equipment down time on oper­ations and is staffed to ensure a quick turnaround. Avail­able services include the following:
Product Repair — All equipment returned for service is tested to the same rigorous standards as newly manufac­tured equipment. This ensures products meet all published specifications, including any applicable product updates.
Calibration — Acterna’s calibration methods are ISO 9001 approved and based on NIST standards.
Factory Upgrades — Any unit returned for a hardware feature enhancement will also receive applicable product updates and will be thoroughly tested, ensuring peak performance of the complete feature set.
Additional repair, calibration and upgrade services are available for purchase through Global Services and Solu­tions (see “Product support” on page 64).
Equipment
return
instructions
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Please contact your local Customer Care locat ion via tele­phone or web site for Return or Reference Authorization to accompany your equipment. For each piece of equipment returned for repair, attach a tag that includes the following information:
– Owner’s name, address, and telephone number.
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– The serial number, product type, and model. – Warranty status. (If you are unsure of the warranty
status of your instrument, contact Acterna Customer Care.)
– A detailed description of the problem or service
requested.
– The name and telephone number of the person to
contact regarding questions about the repair.
– The return authorization (RA) number (US
customers), or reference number (European Customers).
If possible, return the equipment using the original ship­ping container and material. If the original container is not available, the unit should be carefully packed so that it will not be damaged in transit; when needed, appropriate packing materials can be obtained by contacting Acterna Customer Care. Acterna is not liable for any damage that may occur during shipping. The customer should clearly mark the Acterna-issued RA or reference number on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid and insured to Acterna.
Warranty
information
The warranties described herein shal l apply to all commer­cially available Acterna products. Any additional or different warranties shall apply only if agreed to by Acterna in writing. These warranties are not transferable without the express written consent of Acterna.
Hardware Warranty — Acterna warrants that Hard­ware Product sold to customer shall, under normal use and service, be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Information regarding the specific warranty period for this product can be obtained by contacting your local Acterna Customer Service Representative, or at our web site www.jdsu.com. If installation services have been ordered, the warranty period shall begin on the earlier of (1) completion of installation, or (2) thirty (30) days after shipment to
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Customer. If Installation Services have not been ordered, the warranty period shall begin upon ship­ment to Customer. Hereafter these periods of time shall be collectively referred to as the “Initial Warranty Period.”
Acterna’s obligation and customer’s sole remedy under this Hardware Warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at Acterna’s option, of the defective product. Acterna shall have no obligation to remedy any such defect if it can be shown: (a) that the Product was altered, repaired, or reworked by any party other than Acterna without Acterna’s written consent; (b) that such defects were the result of customer’s improper storage, mishandling, abuse, or misuse of Product; (c) that such defects were the result of customer’s use of Product in conjunction with equipment electronically or mechanically incompatible or of an inferior quality; or (d) that the defect was the result of damage by fire, explosion, power failure, or any act of nature.
Acterna performed repairs shall be warranted from defective material and workmanship for a period of one-hundred-eighty (180) days, or until the end of the Initial Warranty Period, whichever is longer. Risk of loss or damage to Product returned to Acterna for repair or replacement shall be borne by customer until delivery to Acterna. Upon delivery of such product, Acterna shall assume the risk of loss or damage until that time that the product being repaired or replaced is returned and delivered to customer. Customer shall pay all transportation costs for equipment or software shipped to Acterna for repair or replacement. Acterna shall pay all transportation costs associated with returning repaired or replaced product to customer.
Software Warranty — Acterna warrants that Soft­ware Products licensed to Customer shall, under normal use and service, and for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of shipment of the Software to Licensee (the “Warranty Period”), perform in all mate-
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Customer care
rial respects in accordance with the published specifi­cations for such Software as established by Acterna. However, Acterna does not warrant that the Software will operate uninterrupted or error free, operate in the combination with other software, meet Customer’s requirements, or that its use will be uninterrupted.
Acterna’s obligation and Customer’s sole and exclu­sive remedy under this Software Warranty is limited to, at Acterna’s option, either (i) correcting the mate­rial errors reported to Acterna in writing by Customer during the Warranty Period and which Acterna is able to reproduce, (ii) replacing such defective Software, provided that Acterna received written notice of such defect within the Warranty Period, or (iii) provided that Acterna received written notice of such defect within the Warranty Period, terminating the License and, upon return to Acterna of the Software, Documenta­tion and all other materials provided by Acterna under the applicable License, providing Customer with a refund of all charges paid with respect thereto. Acterna shall have no warranty obligations hereunder if (a) the Software is altered or modified or is merged with other software by Customer or any third party or (b) all or any part of the Software is installed on any computer equipment other than the Designated Server or used with any operating system for which the Software is not designed.
Services Warranty — Acterna warrants that the Services provided by Acterna, if any, shall be performed promptly, diligently and in a professional manner in accordance with the commercial standards of the industry. Acterna shall not, howe ver, be respon­sible for any delays that are not due to Acterna’s fault or negligence or that could not have reasonably been foreseen or provided against.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER — FOR HARDW ARE, SOFT­WARE, AND/OR SERVICES FURNISHED BY ACTERNA, THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTEES AND CONDI-
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TIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ACTERNA SPECIFI­CALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER W ARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ON ANY HARDWARE, SOFT­WARE, DOCUMENTATION OR SERVICES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES RELATING TO QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A P AR TICULAR PURPOSE, AS WELL AS THOSE ARISING FROM ANY COURSE OF DEALING , USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ACTERNA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RELATED TO BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.

Global services and solutions

Global Services and Solutions markets a broad portfolio of services to enable customers to aggressively build their competitive advantage within the markets they serve. Global Services and Solutions innovative offerings respond to our customers’ dynamic needs:
– System deployment and field engineering services – Technical training – Product support – Consulting – Custom software development – Integrated service programs
Additional information can also be found on our web site under Services.
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Global services and solutions
System
deployment
and field
engineering
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Acterna offers a range of support services for our central­ized test systems, designed around the needs of the customer’s network. Field engineering and deployment services provide a variety of options for implementing the test system into the network.
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Deployment — Thorough deployment process covers the initial site survey through hardware and software installation, allowing rapid integration of systems product into customers’ environment without the use of their own resources. Deployment includes survey, configuration, installation of hardware and software, site planning, cabling, acceptance testing, staging, certification and system documentation.
Basic Service for Systems — In today’s fast-paced world of communications, network operators are deploying increasingly complex communications test and manage­ment systems. Acterna’s Basic Service for Systems is designed to provide the system experts, support and methodologies to facilitate the integration of systems prod­ucts into customers’ environments. Basic Service for Systems encompasses system deployment, training, soft­ware upgrades, technical assistance and repair. This service is subject to availability, please visit www .jdsu.com or contact Customer Care for additional information.

Training

Instructor-led
training:
Acterna delivers training in instructor-led or alternative learning formats that are flexible, convenient, and timely. Our training solutions portfolio consists of network-specific test and management tools for optical transport, cable, access, data, and wireless environments.
Public courses (Acterna sites)
Public courses help participants quickly acquire funda­mental skills or broaden their communications knowledge with advanced instruction. Our courses deliver the ideal mix of theory and practice.
On-site training (Customer site)
Acterna provides practical, customized instruction at the customer’s designated site. Whether your goal is to shorten turn-up times or increase operation-wide effi­ciency, on-site training can be a cost-effective way to train
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Global services and solutions
from one to 10 participants. Prior to training, the instructor contacts the customer to en sure the course content is aligned with the organization’s training needs. We conduct step-by-step reviews of current technologies and products to help both new and experienced technicians translate theory into practical, hands-on expertise.
When scheduling an on-site course, please note that Acterna requires a minimum commitment of two consecu­tive days of training. Courses that are only one day in duration may either be paired with another course for a minimum total of two training days, or presented on two consecutive days to different groups of participants.
Alternative
learning:
Courseware licensing program and train-the-trainer
Recommended for customers with internal training depart­ments, Acterna’s Courseware Licensing Program is a fast, affordable alternative that allows our customers to train their own staff using Acterna’s courseware. Each course provides comprehensive instructor and participant mate­rials to ensure consistent content delivery for the length of the agreement. A critical part of Courseware Licensing is the Train-the-Trainer program, which prepares the organi­zation’s own instructors to deliver Acterna training courses. Courseware Licensing is sold in increments of one, two, or three years.
Computer-based training (CBT)
By blending learning with technology, Acterna’s CBT program provides our customers with a cost-effective way to learn technology fundamentals and product applica­tions. Topics include ATM, Frame Relay, ISDN, LAN Basics, Fiber Optics, and more. CBTs are designe d to complement both public and on-site training; they can serve to prepare students for classroom Acterna courses or be used after instructor-led training to reinforce
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Global services and solutions
learning. In addition to our pre-packaged CBTs, Acterna custom-develops CBTs to meet your organization ’s training needs.
T o enroll in a course or for more information on the variety of Acterna training programs available, call 1-800-638­2049 or visit www.jdsu.com and complete the Training Requirement Form.
Product
support
To continue repair, maintenance and upgrades after a product’s warranty expires, Acterna offers a variety of product support plans.
FleetCare — Designed for customers with ten or more Acterna products, FleetCare extends each product’s initial factory warranty to include repair parts, labor and one-way shipping. FleetCare allows customers to upgrade the base package with a variety of options, including Calibration Plans, Calibration Plan with Manager, Loaners, 7x24 Technical Assistance and Software Enhancement Agree­ments.
Software Enhancement Agreements — In response to new developments in technology, Acterna continually upgrades and revises the software that drives many of its products. Software Enhancement Agreements automati­cally ships the latest software revisions, releases and upgrades to ensure products are operating at the most technologically advanced level.
Product Maintenance Agreements — Yearly rep air and calibration maintenance agreements simplify billing and help ensure equipment is always operating at optimum levels. Product maintenance agreements can be used to extend a current warranty or provide protection for out-of­warranty units.
Repair Pricing Options — For out-of-warranty repairs, Acterna offers two additional pricing options: time and material pricing and flat rate pricing. Under time and mate-
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Global services and solutions
rial pricing, customers are billed for the actual cost of the repair, making this a cost-effective method for minor repairs. Under flat rate pricing, customers pay a fixed service charge to repair unit failures (excluding damage or abuse).
Consulting
services
To quickly improve our customer’s efficiency and produc­tivity, Acterna offers personalized consulting programs designed to meet specific client needs. Our consulting staff will work as part of your team, providing a valuable blend of subject matter proficiency, an in-depth test and measurement systems perspective, and trusted telecom­munications industry vision.
Methods and Procedure Development — Acterna's Methods and Procedure Development services include consulting with your staff and assessing your network plant’s current test and turn-up procedures. After evalu­ating the skill level of your workforce in specific technolo­gies and procedures, an Acterna team of experts identifies potential areas of improvement and makes appropriate recommendations in a formal implementation plan. Depending on your staff 's level of expertise, test proce­dures can be written to any level of detail, from general methods and procedures to detailed “button-by-button" test and network equipment-specific procedures. In addi­tion, Acterna’s expert s offer hands-on training for your field technicians and can resolve specific problems at the central office. Acterna develops test plans and procedures for Service Providers, End-users and Manufacturers of Network Equipment.
Test Automation — With Acterna’s Test Automation Development, a team of experts can develop customized automated and remote testing solutions so that you can keep your network functioning at peak levels. After consulting with you, the Acterna team can determine which of Acterna’s test and analysis equipment and auto­mation platforms can best streamline your testing processes, data analysis, and test result storage methods.
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The consulting team can develop and integrate automated testing applications on customers’ currently installed computer platforms that match existing methods and procedures. An Acterna team of consultants can assist customers throughout every stage of the development and implementation of automated and remote testing solu­tions. Services range from developing automated scripts to integrating customized software applications to devel­oping drivers to automated manufacturing tests.
On-site Test and Measurement Service — Acterna On­site Test and Measurement Service provides testing expertise to expedite the implementation, turn-up, and provisioning of network services. Applying their knowl­edge to your specific network requirements, Acterna’s network consultants can quickly verify transmission systems’ implementation, assess a fiber plant’s suitability for advanced services, future-proof your system. Because incomplete testing often results in crippling losses of revenue, carriers and providers must operate their networks with a very low margin of error. Difficulties in ensuring network performance are further compounded when technicians must employ unfamiliar yet critical test and measurement processes. But with Acterna’s dedi­cated, highly skilled team of professionals providing communications test and measurement solutions, your staff can concentrate on performing value-added services that will maximize your profitability.
Integrated
service
programs
Service Dollars (North America only) — To del iver the
highest level of support with your product purchase, Acterna offers Service Dollars. Services Dollars can be purchased at anytime, for each Acterna instrument. If purchased at the same time as your product, Service Dollars are discounted 20 percent. This is a significant savings, as Service Dollars can be used towards the purchase of any of Global Services and Solutions offer­ings. Service Dollars are also flexible in the fact that they can be purchased at anytime and then used later towards the specific service that best fits your support needs.
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Test and Measurement Regional Sales
North America
Toll Free: 1 800 638 2049 Tel: +1 240 404 2999 Fax:+1 240 404 2195
Latin America
Tel: +55 11 5503 3800 Fax:+55 11 5505 1598
Asia Pacific
Tel: +852 2892 0990 Fax:+852 2892 0770
EMEA
Tel: +49 7121 86 2222 Fax:+49 7121 86 1222

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