Trilithic RSVP2 User Manual
RSVP²
Reverse Path Tester
Operation Manual
Trilithic Company Profile
Trilithic is a privately held manufacturer founded in 1986 as an engineering and assembly
company that built and designed customer-directed products for telecommunications, military and
industrial customers. From its modest beginnings as a two-man engineering team, T rilithic grew
over the years and broadened its offerings of RF and microwave components by adding
broadband solutions to its product line. This was accomplished with the acquisition of
components manufacturer Cir-Q-T el and instrument s manufacturer T exscan.
T oday , T rilithic is an industry leader providing telecommunications solutions for major broadband,
RF and microwave markets around the world. As an ISO 9000:2001 certified company with over
40 years of collective expertise in engineering and custom assembly , Trilithic is dedicated to
providing quality products, services, and communications solutions that exceed customer
expectations.
Trilithic is comprised of five major divisions:
• Broadband Instruments and Systems
Offers test, analysis, and quality management solutions for the major cable television
systems worldwide.
• RF Microwave Components
Provides components and custom subsystems for companies specializing in cellular ,
military , and other wireless applications.
• Emergency Alert Systems
Leading supplier of government-mandated emergency alert systems used by broadcast
TV , cable TV, IPTV , DBS, and radio st ations.
• XFTP
Offers a specialty line of field technical products for cable operators and technicians, as
well as a line of products for installing electronics in the home of the future.
• Network Services
Provides network data management and support services to safeguard and protect your
network and data by employing certified, experienced, and dedicated network engineers.
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Table of Contents
1. General Information..............................................................................................................5
Helpful Website .....................................................................................................................5
Where to Get T echnical Support.............................................................................................5
Conventions Used in this Manual ...........................................................................................6
How this Manual is Organized................................................................................................6
Precautions ...........................................................................................................................7
2. Introduction...........................................................................................................................9
What is the RSVP²?...............................................................................................................9
Features: RSVP² Versus RSVP...........................................................................................1 0
3. Walkthrough........................................................................................................................11
Identify Components ............................................................................................................11
Function Buttons and Connectors ...................................................................................12
4. Operation.............................................................................................................................13
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................13
Battery Charging..................................................................................................................13
Setup...................................................................................................................................14
Source Level ..................................................................................................................15
Source Frequency ..........................................................................................................15
Source Mode .................................................................................................................16
T est Carrier Select..........................................................................................................16
Maximum T est Output .....................................................................................................17
Link Frequency...............................................................................................................18
C/N Bandwidth ...............................................................................................................18
C/N Threshold ................................................................................................................18
T est Mode ......................................................................................................................19
Problem Indicators...............................................................................................................21
Data Carrier Levels Out-of-Bounds.................................................................................21
Busy Signal ....................................................................................................................22
Retry Command .............................................................................................................22
Source Mode.......................................................................................................................23
5. Basic Operation ..................................................................................................................25
Overview .............................................................................................................................25
Troubleshooting in Test Mode...............................................................................................25
Troubleshooting in Source Mode..........................................................................................25
6. Specifications .....................................................................................................................27
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Chapter 1
1. General Information
Helpful Website
The following website contains general information which may be of interest to you:
http://www.trilithic.com
Trilithic’s website cont ains product specifications and information, tips, release information,
marketing information, frequently asked questions (F AQs), bulletins, and other technical
information. Y ou can also check this website for product updates.
Where to Get Technical Support
Trilithic technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM 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. Y ou can also e-mail
technical support at techsupport@trilithic.com.
For quicker support response when calling or sending e-mail, please provide the following
information:
• Y our name and your company name
• The technical point of contact (name, phone number , e-mail)
• The serial number of the RSVP²
• A detailed description of the problem you are having, including any error or information
messages
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How this Manual is Organized
This manual is divided into the following chapters:
• Chapter 1, “General Information” provides Trilithic cont act information and describes how
this operation manual is structured.
• Chapter 2, “Introduction” discusses the features and typical usage of the RSVP².
• Chapter 3, “Walkthrough” describes the buttons and display on the RSVP².
• Chapter 4, “Operation” describes the steps needed to set up the RSVP² and to perform
tests in the field.
• Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting the Drop” describes how to use the RSVP² to troubleshoot
cable systems at the subscriber’s location.
• Chapter 6, “Specifications” list s the technical specifications of the RSVP².
Conventions Used in this Manual
This manual has several standard 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 battery MUST be charged with the AC to DC power adapter
and battery charger provided with the RSVP². Using any other
adapter/charger may damage the battery.
The maximum input voltage to the meter is 100V (AC or DC).
A larger voltage will damage the meter .
The accuracy of the meter may be affected when in a strong
electromagnetic field.
Do not use the RSVP² in any manner not recommended by the
manufacturer.
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