720 DSP
Business Certication Meter
Operation Manual
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
See Page iv for complete details.
The CM Sweep feature is patent pending.
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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. See Page v for complete details.
innovative technology to keep you a step ahead
Specications are subject to change without notice. Please contact your sales representative for further information.
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Putting Innovation Within Reach
Product innovation at Trilithic has always been characterized by one thing: it’s practical. It
makes life easier for customers. It’s the natural result of listening to them. That philosophy
has been the driving force behind the company’s growth from its beginnings as a two-man
engineering team in 1986 to its current position as a global manufacturer with more than 130
employees.
A privately held company, Trilithic broadend its original RF and microwave component product
line by acquiring Filters manufacturer Cir-Q-Tel and instruments manufacturer Texscan, adding
broadband solutions to the product line. The company also expanded operations to Thailand in
2001, to meet increasing demand for its products in the growing markets of Asia.
As new communications applications continue to emerge, part of Trilithic’s business has
evolved into managing change—helping customers respond quickly to market opportunities
with innovative technology and individualized solutions. But the core value of Trilithic’s
business approach—listening to customers—hasn’t changed. Keeping that focus intact will
help provide better products in the long run and ensure continued growth for decades to come.
Trilithic is comprised of two major divisions:
Broadband Instruments
The company is best known for innovations in signal level measurement, leakage detection
and reverse path maintenance—like the use of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology,
which lets eld technicians upgrade their signal analyzers by simply downloading rmware.
Emergency Alert Systems
Trilithic’s EAS division is a leading supplier of homeland security government-mandated
emergency alert systems for broadband and other communication system providers. As
the communications industry continues its rapid evolution, Trilithic has begun offering
comprehensive systems and services to address a wide variety of emergency alert system
needs, including the design and architectural layout of complex analog and digital EAS
networks.
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FCC Part 15 Compliance
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation.
Pursuant to FCC 15.21 of the FCC rules, changes not expressly approved by Trilithic, Inc.
might cause harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this product.
The internal antenna used for this instrument is installed at the Trilithic factory or by Trilithic
approved repair facilities. During operation of the device, a distance of 20 cm or more should
be maintained between the antenna in this device and any persons and must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. To ensure compliance, do not
operate at closer distances than this. The antenna on the 720 DSP is located inside the device
at the top of the unit attached to the back plastic case. Do not use any antenna other than the
installed antenna.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the device and receiver
• Connect the device into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
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Industry Canada Compliance
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation of this device is subject to the following two
conditions; 1) This device may not cause harmful interference and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Industrie Canada Conformité
Cet appareil est conforme au Cahier des charges sur les normes
radioélectriques d’Industrie Canada concernant les appareils radio
exempts de licence. Le fonctionnement de cet appareil est soumis
aux deux conditions suivantes : 1) cet appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage et 2) cet appareil doit accepter tout brouillage, y compris
celui pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l’appareil.
Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme
canadienne ICES-003.
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Table of Contents
Section I: The Basics ....................................................... I-1
Chapter 1
General Information ................................................................................................................I-3
Helpful Website ....................................................................................................................I-3
How this Manual is Organized .............................................................................................I-4
Conventions Used in this Manual.........................................................................................I-5
Precautions ..........................................................................................................................I-6
Recommended Software & Hardware..................................................................................I-8
ViewPoint Express ..........................................................................................................I-8
ViewPoint Integrated Server Package with WFM Module ..............................................I-8
Chapter 2
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................I-9
What is the 720 DSP? ..........................................................................................................I-9
Overview .........................................................................................................................I-9
The Standardization Solution..........................................................................................I-9
Gigabit Ethernet Testing .................................................................................................I-9
Next Generation Features ........................................................................................... I-10
Simple Yet Powerful ..................................................................................................... I-10
Autotest Apps............................................................................................................... I-10
Justify ROI ....................................................................................................................I-11
Total System Management ...........................................................................................I-11
Standard Interfaces ..................................................................................................... I-12
Standard Testing Features ........................................................................................... I-12
Advanced Measurement Functions ............................................................................. I-12
Frequency Domain Reectometer.......................................................................... I-12
Forward Spectrum Analysis.................................................................................... I-13
Upstream Linear Distortions Measurement ............................................................ I-13
Analog & Digital HUM Measurement...................................................................... I-13
Optional Features ........................................................................................................ I-13
Bluetooth Communications Adapter ....................................................................... I-13
QAM Error Vector Spectrum Analysis .................................................................... I-13
Source Generator ................................................................................................... I-13
Trafc Control Plus ................................................................................................. I-14
CM Sweep .............................................................................................................. I-14
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Chapter 3
Getting to Know Your 720 DSP ............................................................................................ I-15
Overview ........................................................................................................................... I-15
Equipment Supplied with the 720 DSP ............................................................................. I-15
Replacement Parts............................................................................................................ I-15
Field Accessories .............................................................................................................. I-16
Software ............................................................................................................................ I-16
Gigabit Ethernet Testing Accessories ............................................................................... I-17
A Guided Tour of the 720 DSP .......................................................................................... I-18
Front View .................................................................................................................... I-18
Rear View .................................................................................................................... I-19
Top View ...................................................................................................................... I-20
Bottom View ................................................................................................................. I-20
Right Side View ........................................................................................................... I-21
Protective Carrying Case ............................................................................................. I-22
Optical Transceiver Installation & Removal ....................................................................... I-23
Cleaning the Display Screen ............................................................................................. I-24
Battery Charging ............................................................................................................... I-25
Charging Status ........................................................................................................... I-25
Basic Navigation & Control ............................................................................................... I-26
Startup ......................................................................................................................... I-26
Sleep Mode.................................................................................................................. I-27
Automatic Sleep Mode ........................................................................................... I-27
Manual Sleep Mode ............................................................................................... I-27
Wake from Sleep Mode .......................................................................................... I-27
Shutdown ..................................................................................................................... I-28
Automatic Shutdown .............................................................................................. I-28
Manual Shutdown................................................................................................... I-28
Display Screen............................................................................................................. I-29
Title Bar .................................................................................................................. I-29
Message Bar .......................................................................................................... I-29
Main Display Area .................................................................................................. I-30
Softkey Labels ........................................................................................................ I-31
Selecting On-Screen Items .......................................................................................... I-32
Main Keypad ................................................................................................................ I-33
Enter Button .......................................................................................................... I-33
Arrow Buttons ......................................................................................................... I-33
Back Button ............................................................................................................ I-33
Function Button ...................................................................................................... I-33
Using the Virtual Keyboard .......................................................................................... I-34
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Chapter 4
Function Menu ...................................................................................................................... I-35
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... I-35
Pause Meter ...................................................................................................................... I-35
Toggle Flashlight ............................................................................................................... I-36
Screen Capture ................................................................................................................. I-37
Network Manager .............................................................................................................. I-38
Connection Indicators .................................................................................................. I-39
Disconnect a Network Connection............................................................................... I-40
DOCSIS Cable Modem Connection ............................................................................ I-40
Ethernet Connection (10/100 Mbps) ............................................................................ I-42
Wi-Fi Connection ......................................................................................................... I-43
Gigabit Ethernet Connection (10/100/1000 Mbps) ...................................................... I-45
Bluetooth Connection (OPTIONAL) ............................................................................. I-47
DOCSIS Cable Modem to Ethernet Connection .......................................................... I-50
Log Off User ...................................................................................................................... I-53
Chapter 5
Remote Access ..................................................................................................................... I-55
Accessing the 720 DSP Remotely .................................................................................... I-55
Section II: Setup Menu .................................................... II-1
Chapter 1
Overview..................................................................................................................................II-3
Introduction .........................................................................................................................II-3
Chapter 2
Instrument Information ..........................................................................................................II-5
Overview .............................................................................................................................II-5
Version Information .............................................................................................................II-6
Calibration Information ........................................................................................................II-6
Network Information ............................................................................................................II-7
Memory Information ............................................................................................................II-7
Option Information...............................................................................................................II-8
Cable Modem Information ...................................................................................................II-8
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Option Activation .................................................................................................................II-9
Unit ID .................................................................................................................................II-9
Function Menu Options .................................................................................................... II-10
Boot Parameters ......................................................................................................... II-10
Modem Logging ...........................................................................................................II-11
Detect Issues .............................................................................................................. II-12
Chapter 3
Meter Conguration ............................................................................................................ II-13
Overview .......................................................................................................................... II-13
Global Settings ................................................................................................................. II-14
Operating Level .......................................................................................................... II-15
Multiple User Control .................................................................................................. II-15
Tethering Control ........................................................................................................ II-16
Auto-Start Network ..................................................................................................... II-16
Language .................................................................................................................... II-17
Measurement Units..................................................................................................... II-17
Current Date/Time ...................................................................................................... II-18
Timezone .................................................................................................................... II-19
User Settings.................................................................................................................... II-20
User Name .................................................................................................................. II-21
Company .................................................................................................................... II-22
Tech ID........................................................................................................................ II-23
Interface Settings ............................................................................................................. II-24
LCD Dimming Delay ................................................................................................... II-25
Sleep Mode Delay ...................................................................................................... II-26
Turn Off Delay............................................................................................................. II-27
Flashlight Delay .......................................................................................................... II-28
Keypad Beeps ............................................................................................................ II-28
Keypad Delay ............................................................................................................. II-29
Keypad Rate ............................................................................................................... II-29
Temperature Units ...................................................................................................... II-30
Distance Units............................................................................................................. II-30
Job & Workorder ID Length ........................................................................................ II-31
Language .................................................................................................................... II-32
Icon Size ..................................................................................................................... II-33
Measurement Settings ..................................................................................................... II-34
Analog Noise Bandwidth............................................................................................. II-35
Optimal Modulation ..................................................................................................... II-36
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Velocity of Propagation ............................................................................................... II-37
Hum Type ................................................................................................................... II-37
Channel Plan Management.............................................................................................. II-38
Create a New Channel Plan ....................................................................................... II-39
Open an Existing Channel Plan .................................................................................. II-40
Adding Channels to a Channel Plan ........................................................................... II-41
Removing Channels from a Channel Plan.................................................................. II-41
Editing a Channel ....................................................................................................... II-42
Basic Channel Settings............................................................................................... II-42
Channel ID ............................................................................................................ II-42
Favorites Selection ................................................................................................ II-43
Channel Name ...................................................................................................... II-43
Channel Type ........................................................................................................ II-44
Single Channel Properties .......................................................................................... II-45
Center Frequency.................................................................................................. II-45
Analog Channel Properties ......................................................................................... II-46
Channel Standard ................................................................................................. II-46
Center Frequency.................................................................................................. II-47
Bandwidth.............................................................................................................. II-48
Video Frequency ................................................................................................... II-49
Audio Frequency ................................................................................................... II-50
Scrambled ............................................................................................................. II-50
Digital Channel Properties .......................................................................................... II-51
Channel Standard ................................................................................................. II-51
Center Frequency.................................................................................................. II-52
Bandwidth.............................................................................................................. II-53
Modulation ............................................................................................................. II-54
Symbol Rate .......................................................................................................... II-54
DOCSIS ................................................................................................................. II-55
Channel Presets ......................................................................................................... II-55
Save an Open Channel Plan ...................................................................................... II-56
Save an Open Channel Plan with a New Name ......................................................... II-56
Limit Set Management ..................................................................................................... II-57
Create a New Limit Set ............................................................................................... II-58
Open an Existing Limit Set ......................................................................................... II-59
Removing Limits from a Limit Set ............................................................................... II-60
Knowing Your Limits ................................................................................................... II-60
Editing Limit(s) ............................................................................................................ II-63
Save an Open Limit Set .............................................................................................. II-64
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Save an Open Limit Set with a New Name................................................................. II-64
Ethernet Settings.............................................................................................................. II-65
Prompt User ................................................................................................................ II-66
IP Mode ...................................................................................................................... II-66
Address / Prex .......................................................................................................... II-67
Subnet / Netmask ....................................................................................................... II-68
Gateway / Route ......................................................................................................... II-69
Primary DNS ............................................................................................................... II-70
Secondary DNS .......................................................................................................... II-71
Cable Modem Settings ..................................................................................................... II-72
Prompt User ................................................................................................................ II-73
Bypass IP .................................................................................................................... II-73
Certicate.................................................................................................................... II-74
Primary Frequency ..................................................................................................... II-74
DOCSIS Mode ............................................................................................................ II-75
Annex Mode................................................................................................................ II-75
Upstream ID ................................................................................................................ II-76
Level Correction.......................................................................................................... II-77
Wi-Fi Settings ................................................................................................................... II-78
Prompt User ................................................................................................................ II-78
Current SSID .............................................................................................................. II-79
Current Password ....................................................................................................... II-80
Current Security .......................................................................................................... II-81
Select Default Access Point ........................................................................................ II-82
Delete a Saved Access Point...................................................................................... II-83
Bluetooth Settings (OPTIONAL) ...................................................................................... II-84
Prompt User ................................................................................................................ II-84
Gigabit Ethernet Settings ................................................................................................. II-85
IP Mode ...................................................................................................................... II-86
Address / Prex .......................................................................................................... II-87
Subnet / Netmask ....................................................................................................... II-88
Gateway / Route ......................................................................................................... II-89
Primary DNS ............................................................................................................... II-90
Secondary DNS .......................................................................................................... II-91
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Chapter 4
File Management ................................................................................................................. II-93
Overview .......................................................................................................................... II-93
View & Sort ...................................................................................................................... II-93
Database Backup ............................................................................................................. II-94
Backup to Internal Memory ......................................................................................... II-94
Backup to USB Flash Drive ........................................................................................ II-95
Database Restore ............................................................................................................ II-96
Restore from Internal Memory .................................................................................... II-96
Restore from USB Flash Drive ................................................................................... II-97
Cloning Meter Settings to a New Meter ........................................................................... II-98
Import ViewPoint Files from a USB Flash Drive ............................................................. II-101
Export a File ................................................................................................................... II-103
Export All Files ............................................................................................................... II-105
Delete Files .................................................................................................................... II-107
Delete Web Browser Cookies & Cache .................................................................... II-108
Save Log File ................................................................................................................. II-109
Save to Internal Memory........................................................................................... II-109
Save to USB Flash Drive ...........................................................................................II-110
Function Menu Options ...................................................................................................II-111
Activate USB Power .................................................................................................. II-111
Deactivate USB Power .............................................................................................. II-111
Chapter 5
Touchscreen Calibration ....................................................................................................II-113
Overview .........................................................................................................................II-113
Disable Touchscreen .......................................................................................................II-114
Calibrate Touchscreen ....................................................................................................II-115
Chapter 6
Firmware Updates ..............................................................................................................II-117
Overview .........................................................................................................................II-117
Update Firmware from Website ......................................................................................II-118
Update Firmware from a USB Flash Drive ......................................................................II-119
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Section III: Autotest Menu ............................................... III-1
Chapter 1
Overview.................................................................................................................................III-3
Introduction ........................................................................................................................III-3
Chapter 2
ViewPoint Data Connection ..................................................................................................III-5
Connecting to ViewPoint for the First Time ........................................................................III-5
ViewPoint Sync ..................................................................................................................III-7
Chapter 3
Job Management ...................................................................................................................III-9
Overview ............................................................................................................................III-9
Create a New Job ........................................................................................................... III-10
Close an Open Job ..........................................................................................................III-11
Open a Closed Job ......................................................................................................... III-12
Delete an Existing Job .................................................................................................... III-13
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................... III-14
Changing Channel Plan of an Existing Job ............................................................... III-14
Changing Comments of an Existing Job.................................................................... III-15
Chapter 4
Using Autotests .................................................................................................................. III-17
Overview ......................................................................................................................... III-17
Location Pass/Fail Indicators .......................................................................................... III-19
Executing an Autotest ..................................................................................................... III-20
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators .................................................................................. III-21
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Section IV: Troubleshoot Menu ......................................... IV-1
Chapter 1
Overview................................................................................................................................ IV-3
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... IV-3
Chapter 2
Level Measurement .............................................................................................................. IV-5
Overview ........................................................................................................................... IV-5
Opening a Channel Plan ................................................................................................... IV-6
Opening a Limit Set........................................................................................................... IV-7
Removing a Limit Set ........................................................................................................ IV-8
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators .................................................................................... IV-9
Analog Channel Measurement........................................................................................ IV-10
Measurement Results ................................................................................................ IV-10
Reference Level Adjustment .......................................................................................IV-11
Vertical Scale Adjustment .......................................................................................... IV-12
Channel Adjustment................................................................................................... IV-12
Video Frequency Adjustment ..................................................................................... IV-13
Audio Frequency Adjustment ..................................................................................... IV-14
Display Type Adjustment ........................................................................................... IV-15
Bar Graph ............................................................................................................. IV-15
HUM ..................................................................................................................... IV-16
Go to Spectrum .................................................................................................... IV-17
Go to Scan ........................................................................................................... IV-18
Digital Channel Measurement ......................................................................................... IV-19
Reference Level Adjustment ...................................................................................... IV-20
Vertical Scale Adjustment .......................................................................................... IV-21
Channel Adjustment................................................................................................... IV-21
Digital Video Frequency Adjustment .......................................................................... IV-22
Channel Bandwidth Adjustment ................................................................................. IV-23
Modulation Type Adjustment ...................................................................................... IV-23
Channel Standard Adjustment ................................................................................... IV-24
Symbol Rate Adjustment ........................................................................................... IV-24
Display Type Adjustment ........................................................................................... IV-25
Bar Graph ............................................................................................................. IV-25
QAM Constellation ............................................................................................... IV-26
Equalizer Tap ........................................................................................................ IV-27
Bit-Error Rate ....................................................................................................... IV-28
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HUM ..................................................................................................................... IV-28
Go to Spectrum .................................................................................................... IV-29
Go to Scan ........................................................................................................... IV-30
Go to QAM EVS (OPTIONAL) .............................................................................. IV-31
Single Carrier Channel Measurement ............................................................................. IV-32
Reference Level Adjustment ...................................................................................... IV-32
Vertical Scale Adjustment .......................................................................................... IV-33
Channel Adjustment................................................................................................... IV-33
Center Frequency Adjustment ................................................................................... IV-34
Display Type Adjustment ........................................................................................... IV-35
Bar Graph ............................................................................................................. IV-35
HUM ..................................................................................................................... IV-36
Go to Spectrum .................................................................................................... IV-37
Go to Scan ........................................................................................................... IV-38
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................... IV-39
Save Data Log ........................................................................................................... IV-39
Test Point Compensation ........................................................................................... IV-41
Test Point Loss ..................................................................................................... IV-41
Probe Loss ........................................................................................................... IV-42
Save Preset .......................................................................................................... IV-43
Load Preset .......................................................................................................... IV-44
Auto Range ................................................................................................................ IV-45
Chapter 3
Channel Plan Scan ............................................................................................................. IV-47
Overview ......................................................................................................................... IV-47
Opening a Channel Plan ................................................................................................. IV-48
Opening a Limit Set......................................................................................................... IV-49
Removing a Limit Set ...................................................................................................... IV-50
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators .................................................................................. IV-51
Display Type Adjustment ................................................................................................. IV-52
Measurement Results ................................................................................................ IV-52
Full View .................................................................................................................... IV-52
Mini View ................................................................................................................... IV-52
Text View ................................................................................................................... IV-53
Go to Level ................................................................................................................ IV-53
Reference Level Adjustment ........................................................................................... IV-54
Vertical Scale Adjustment ............................................................................................... IV-54
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Tilt Measurement & Marker Adjustment .......................................................................... IV-55
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................... IV-56
Save Data Log ........................................................................................................... IV-56
Hide Marker Bar......................................................................................................... IV-58
Test Point Compensation ........................................................................................... IV-59
Test Point Loss ..................................................................................................... IV-59
Probe Loss ........................................................................................................... IV-60
Save Preset .......................................................................................................... IV-61
Load Preset .......................................................................................................... IV-62
Auto Range ................................................................................................................ IV-63
Chapter 4
Tilt Measurement ................................................................................................................ IV-65
Overview ......................................................................................................................... IV-65
Opening a Channel Plan ................................................................................................. IV-66
Opening a Limit Set......................................................................................................... IV-67
Removing a Limit Set ...................................................................................................... IV-68
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators .................................................................................. IV-69
Display Type Adjustment ................................................................................................. IV-70
Measurement Results ................................................................................................ IV-70
Full View .................................................................................................................... IV-70
Text View ................................................................................................................... IV-70
Reference Level Adjustment ........................................................................................... IV-71
Vertical Scale Adjustment ............................................................................................... IV-71
Tilt Measurement & Marker Adjustment .......................................................................... IV-72
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................... IV-73
Save Data Log ........................................................................................................... IV-73
Hide Marker Bar......................................................................................................... IV-75
Test Point Compensation ........................................................................................... IV-76
Test Point Loss ..................................................................................................... IV-76
Probe Loss ........................................................................................................... IV-77
Save Preset .......................................................................................................... IV-78
Load Preset .......................................................................................................... IV-79
Auto Range ................................................................................................................ IV-80
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Chapter 5
Spectrum Analysis ............................................................................................................. IV-81
Overview ......................................................................................................................... IV-81
Return Spectrum Measurement ...................................................................................... IV-82
Opening a Limit Set ................................................................................................... IV-83
Removing a Limit Set................................................................................................. IV-84
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators ............................................................................ IV-85
Reference Level Adjustment ...................................................................................... IV-86
Vertical Scale Adjustment .......................................................................................... IV-87
Stop Frequency Adjustment....................................................................................... IV-87
Marker Adjustment ..................................................................................................... IV-88
Peak Hold .................................................................................................................. IV-89
Function Menu Options.............................................................................................. IV-90
Save Data Log...................................................................................................... IV-90
Hide Marker Bar ................................................................................................... IV-92
Test Point Compensation ..................................................................................... IV-93
Test Point Loss ..................................................................................................... IV-93
Probe Loss ........................................................................................................... IV-94
Forward Spectrum Measurement.................................................................................... IV-97
Reference Level Adjustment ...................................................................................... IV-98
Vertical Scale Adjustment .......................................................................................... IV-99
Start Frequency Adjustment ...................................................................................... IV-99
Stop Frequency Adjustment..................................................................................... IV-100
Center Frequency Adjustment ................................................................................. IV-101
Span Frequency Adjustment.................................................................................... IV-102
Marker Adjustment ................................................................................................... IV-103
Detector Type .......................................................................................................... IV-104
Maximum ............................................................................................................ IV-104
Average .............................................................................................................. IV-104
Minimum ............................................................................................................ IV-105
Normal ................................................................................................................ IV-105
Load Favorite ........................................................................................................... IV-106
Display Zoom ........................................................................................................... IV-106
Function Menu Options............................................................................................ IV-107
Save Data Log.................................................................................................... IV-107
Hide Marker Bar ................................................................................................. IV-109
Test Point Compensation ....................................................................................IV-110
Test Point Loss ....................................................................................................IV-110
Probe Loss ..........................................................................................................IV-111
Save Favorite ......................................................................................................IV-114
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Chapter 6
Cable Modem Statistics ................................................................................................... IV-115
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-115
Opening a Limit Set....................................................................................................... IV-117
Removing a Limit Set .................................................................................................... IV-118
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators ................................................................................ IV-119
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................. IV-120
Save Data Log ......................................................................................................... IV-120
Chapter 7
Upstream Linear Distortions ........................................................................................... IV-121
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-121
Selecting the Measurement Display.............................................................................. IV-122
Vertical Scale Adjustment ............................................................................................. IV-123
Upstream Channel Adjustment ..................................................................................... IV-123
Marker Adjustment ........................................................................................................ IV-124
Tap Markers ............................................................................................................. IV-124
Spectrum Markers ................................................................................................... IV-124
Chapter 8
Network Test Suite ........................................................................................................... IV-125
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-125
Selecting the Test Mode ................................................................................................ IV-126
Setting the Destination IP Address ................................................................................ IV-127
Selecting a Favorite ...................................................................................................... IV-128
Executing Network Tests ............................................................................................... IV-128
Ping Mode................................................................................................................ IV-129
Setting the Number of Packets........................................................................... IV-130
VoIP Mode ............................................................................................................... IV-131
Throughput Mode .................................................................................................... IV-132
Setting the Target Downstream Rate ................................................................. IV-132
Traceroute ............................................................................................................... IV-133
Opening a Limit Set....................................................................................................... IV-134
Removing a Limit Set .................................................................................................... IV-135
Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators ................................................................................ IV-136
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................. IV-137
Save Data Log ......................................................................................................... IV-137
Delete Favorites....................................................................................................... IV-139
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Chapter 9
Gigabit Ethernet Testing .................................................................................................. IV-141
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-141
Testing Features ...................................................................................................... IV-142
Hardware Requirements .......................................................................................... IV-142
Initial Setup Requirements....................................................................................... IV-142
Creating a New Test Point ............................................................................................ IV-143
Creating a Loopback Target .......................................................................................... IV-145
Adding Loopback Targets to a Test Point ...................................................................... IV-149
Adding Streams to a Loopback Target within a Test Point ............................................ IV-151
BERT Testing ................................................................................................................ IV-156
Analyzing the Results .............................................................................................. IV-160
Loopback Mode............................................................................................................. IV-164
SFP Optical Power Meter .............................................................................................. IV-167
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................. IV-168
Congure Interface .................................................................................................. IV-168
Chapter 10
Frequency Domain Reectometer .................................................................................. IV-169
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-169
Reference Level Adjustment ......................................................................................... IV-170
Velocity of Propagation Adjustment .............................................................................. IV-171
Marker Adjustment ........................................................................................................ IV-172
Chapter 11
QAM Error Vector Spectrum Analysis (OPTIONAL) ...................................................... IV-173
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-173
Reference Level Adjustment ......................................................................................... IV-174
Channel Adjustment ...................................................................................................... IV-175
Vertical Scale Adjustment ............................................................................................. IV-176
Marker Adjustment ........................................................................................................ IV-177
Detector Type ................................................................................................................ IV-178
Maximum ................................................................................................................. IV-178
Average ................................................................................................................... IV-178
Minimum ................................................................................................................. IV-179
Normal ..................................................................................................................... IV-179
Opening a Channel Plan ............................................................................................... IV-180
Function Menu Options ................................................................................................. IV-181
Hide Marker Bar....................................................................................................... IV-181
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Trafc Control Plus (OPTIONAL) .................................................................................... IV-183
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-183
Basic Settings .......................................................................................................... IV-185
Signal Density .......................................................................................................... IV-186
Other Settings .......................................................................................................... IV-187
Measurement Mode ................................................................................................. IV-187
Chapter 13
Cable Modem Sweep (OPTIONAL) .................................................................................. IV-189
Overview ....................................................................................................................... IV-189
Using CM Sweep ..................................................................................................... IV-190
Modem Quality of Service........................................................................................ IV-192
Section V: Utility Menu ................................................... V-1
Chapter 1
Overview................................................................................................................................. V-3
Introduction ........................................................................................................................ V-3
Chapter 2
Web Browser .......................................................................................................................... V-5
Using the Web Browser ..................................................................................................... V-5
Chapter 3
Wi-Fi Access Point Survey ................................................................................................... V-7
Performing a Wi-Fi Access Point Survey ........................................................................... V-7
Choose Display Type ......................................................................................................... V-8
View & Sort ........................................................................................................................ V-8
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Source Generator (OPTIONAL) ............................................................................................ V-9
Overview ............................................................................................................................ V-9
Modulation Type Selection ............................................................................................... V-10
CW Signal Settings .......................................................................................................... V-11
Amplitude Adjustment ..................................................................................................V-11
Frequency Adjustment ................................................................................................ V-12
QAM Signal Settings ........................................................................................................ V-13
Frequency Adjustment ................................................................................................ V-13
Symbol Rate Adjustment ............................................................................................ V-14
Bit Error Rate Adjustment ........................................................................................... V-14
Source Activation & Deactivation ..................................................................................... V-15
Section VI: Appendix ..................................................... VI-1
Chapter 1
Specications ....................................................................................................................... VI-3
Level Measurement........................................................................................................... VI-3
Spectrum Measurement .................................................................................................... VI-4
Digital Channel Measurement ........................................................................................... VI-4
Cable Modem Measurement ............................................................................................. VI-5
Carrier-to-Noise Measurement ..........................................................................................VI-6
Tilt Measurement .............................................................................................................. VI-6
HUM Measurement ...........................................................................................................VI-6
Source Generator (OPTIONAL) ........................................................................................VI-7
QAM Source ................................................................................................................ VI-7
CW Source .................................................................................................................. VI-7
Physical Specications...................................................................................................... VI-8
Available Interface Types .................................................................................................. VI-9
Battery & Power Specications .........................................................................................VI-9
Environmental Specications ............................................................................................VI-9
Chapter 2
Warranty Information ......................................................................................................... VI-11
Trilithic Broadband Instruments 2-Year Limited Warranty ............................................... VI-11
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General Information
Helpful Website
The following website contains general information which may be of interest to you:
http://www.trilithic.com
Trilithic’s website contains product specications and information, tips, release information,
marketing information, frequently asked questions (FAQs), bulletins and other technical
information. You can also check this website for product updates.
Trilithic technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
Callers in North America can dial 1-317-895-3600 or 1-800-344-2412 (toll free). International
callers should dial 1-317-895-3600 or fax questions to 1-317-895-3613. You can also e-mail
technical support at support@trilithic.com.
For quicker support response when calling or sending e-mail, please provide the following
information:
• Your name and your company name
• The technical point of contact (name, phone number, e-mail)
• A detailed description of the problem you are having, including any error or information
messages
• The serial number of the 720 DSP that you are having problems with
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How this Manual is Organized
Thank you for choosing the 720 DSP. This manual is provided with the 720 DSP to help the
user become better acquainted with the device and to become productive faster. Each section
is written as though the user is familiar with the basic operation of the instrument and is broken
into chapters for each function.
This manual is divided into the following sections:
• Section I: The Basics – This section provides Trilithic contact information, describes
how this operation manual is structured, and gives an overview of the instrument and its
basic features. Before using the instrument, it is recommended that the user read this
section for an overview of features, basic commands and other important details.
• Section II: Setup Menu – This section includes instructions on how to use the features
shown in the Setup Menu of the instrument.
• Section III: Autotest Menu – This section includes instructions on how to use the
features shown in the Autotest Menu of the instrument.
• Section IV: Troubleshoot Menu – This section includes instructions on how to use the
features shown in the Troubleshoot Menu of the instrument.
• Section V: Utility Menu – This section includes instructions on how to use the features
shown in the Utility Menu of the instrument.
• Section VI: Appendix – The section provides instrument specications and warranty
information.
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Conventions Used in this Manual
This manual has several standardized conventions for presenting information:
• Connections, menus, menu options, and user-entered text and commands appear in
bold.
• Section names, web, and e-mail addresses appear in italics.
A NOTE is information that will be of assistance to you related
to the current step or procedure.
A CAUTION alerts you to any condition that could cause a
mechanical failure or potential loss of data.
A WARNING alerts you to any condition that could cause
personal injury.
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Precautions
The maximum “RF” input voltage to the meter is 90 Volts (AC
or DC). A larger voltage will damage the meter.
Pursuant to FCC 15.21 of the FCC rules, changes not
expressly approved by Trilithic might cause harmful
interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this
product.
The antenna used for this instrument is installed at the
Trilithic factory or by Trilithic approved repair facilities.
During operation of the device, a distance of 20 cm or more
should be maintained between the antenna in this device
and person. To ensure compliance, do not operate at closer
distances than this. The antenna on the 720 DSP is located
inside the device at the top of the unit attached to the back
plastic case. Do not use any antenna other than the installed
antenna.
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Do not use the instrument in any manner not recommended
by the manufacturer.
A strong electromagnetic eld may affect the measurement
accuracy of the 720 DSP.
Use only the battery charger supplied with the 720 DSP. Use of
any other charger may damage the battery.
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DO NOT install the SFP transceiver modules upside down,
damage to the device may occur. Transceiver modules should
always be inserted with the interface connection facing the
rear of the device and the label facing the front of the device.
Damage caused by improper cleaning of the display screen
will void the warranty of the 720 DSP.
Never use abrasive pads, paper towels, tissue paper, or
clothing to wipe the screen. If you do, these non-ultrasoft
materials can cause permanent damage by scratching the
screen or stripping the anti-glare coating off the screen.
Never use any type of window cleaner, soap, scouring powder,
or any cleanser with solvents such as alcohol, benzene,
ammonia, or paint thinner. These chemicals can react with
the materials used to construct the display which can lead to
hazing, yellowing, brittleness, or other types of damage.
Never spray liquid directly on the display screen as it could
run inside the unit and cause damage.
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Recommended Software & Hardware
The following software is recommended for conguration and data management of the 720
DSP:
ViewPoint Express
ViewPoint Express is a Windows-based software application with a web browser interface
that supports basic 720 DSP conguration as follows:
• Software registration and activation
• Meter connection and synchronization
• Create channel conguration presets and test locations
• Create and organize channel plans, limits sets, and autotests
• Create conguration packages with channel plans, limit sets, and autotests
• Dene meter settings
• Query, display, and delete test data
ViewPoint Integrated Server Package with WFM Module
ViewPoint Integrated Server Package with WFM Module is a server-based software
application with a web browser interface that supports advanced 720 DSP conguration
and data management as follows:
• Includes all of the features included in ViewPoint Express
• Server initialization and conguration
• Manage users/device access licenses and user/group permissions
• Create organizational structure
• Meter-initiated connection and sync from meter browser
• Congure and perform import of job attributes
• Dene job test requirements
• Detailed test reporting with advanced Business Certication reporting
• TDM & 860 DSP data Integration
• Customer specic database queries
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