Access System Centum Series
User Manual
Access System 100 Single Port CSU/DSU
Access System 150 Drop-and-Insert Single Port CSU/DSU
Access System 200 Dual Port CSU/DSU
Part Number 896-502379-001-A
March 1995
Verilink Corporation
145 Baytech Drive
San Jose, California 95134
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Unpacking
This equipment is normally shipped in cardboard cartons with foam
inserts to protect the units from shock and vibration during shipment.
Up on arrival of the equipment, inspect the condition of the boxes and
compare all items to the packing list. Notify Verilink and the carrier
immediately if there are any damages or shortages.
Store the cartons and packing material in case the unit has to be shipped
at a later date.
WARNING
The following rules should always be followed when connecting
telephone equipment and/or wiring:
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install the telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Warranty
NOTE
Verilink reserves the right to incorporate product enhancements and/or
change product specifications at any time and without notice.
All Verilink equipment is covered by a 5-year new product warranty. For
additional information, call 1.800.VERILINK.
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FCC Information
This equipment complies with the requirements in Part 15 of FCC Rules
for a Class A computing device. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area may cause unacceptable interference to radio and
television reception, requiring the operator to take whatever steps are
necessary to correct the interference. Verilink shielded cables should be
used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class A limits.
This equipment meets the technical criteria specified in the Part 68 rules,
sub-part A through F, (for connection of terminal equipment to the
telephone network) as well as the requirements specified in AT&T
Technical Publications 62411, 54016, and 54019A (ESF).
This equipment meets the safety requirements of the Underwriters’
Laboratories (UL) technical publications UL 1950.
FCC Registration # 2J3USA-75166-DE-N
Type of Interface 1.544 Mbps Digital Channel
Facility Interface 04DU9-B for D4 format
04DU9-C for ESF format with AMI Line Code
04DU9-S for ESF format with B8ZS Line Code
Service Code 6.0N
Jack Arrangement RJ-48C
Ringer Equivalence N/A
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FCC User Requirements
The following instructions are provided to ensure that you comply with
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules, Part 68:
1. All direct connections to the T1 digital lines must be made through
standard plugs and jacks furnished by the telephone company. no
connections can be made to party lines or coin lines. Before
connecting your unit, you must do the following:
a. Tell your local telephone company that you have an FCC
registered device that you wish to connect to the company’s
lines. Provide the 14-digit FCC registration number listed on the
label. The telephone company will also need to know the
facility interface code (04DU9-B) and service code (6.0N) in
order to connect the necessary service.
b. Inform the telephone company that you wish to use the RJ-48C
jack arrangement.
c. After the telephone company has installed the RJ-48C jack, you
may connect the CSU with the appropriate cable.
2. If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, it should be disconnected
from the telephone line until the source of the problem is confirmed.
If the unit needs repair, it should not be reconnected until after the
repair is completed.
3. The CSU has been designed to prevent harm to the DDS or T1
network. IF the telephone company determines that it is exceeding
tolerance parameters, they are permitted to temporarily disconnect
service. When possible, the customer will be given advance notice.
4. Under FCC Rules, no customer is authorized to repair the equipment,
regardless of its warranty status.
5. If the telephone company alters the equipment in a manner that will
affect its usage, advance notice must be given to prevent service
interruption.
Normally, Verilink CSU equipment will be used to interface either FCC
registered or grandfathered digital terminal equipment to the digital
service channel. If the equipment to be connected is not of this type,
institutional procedures provide that an affidavit be supplied to the
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telephone company. This affidavit must state that the system will be
operated only by trained individuals and that the signal power at the
telephone company interface will not exceed the limits s et forth in Part 68
of the FCC’s Rules and Regulations.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................1-1
T1 Concepts ................................ .. .................................................................................... 1-1
Product Features and Specifications .............. ................................................................... 1-2
Special Centum Series Features ............................................................................ 1-2
Built-in T1 ESF CS .............. ................................................................ 1-2
Network Protection ................................................................................. 1-2
Front Panel Control ................................................................................ 1-2
Terminal Control .................................................................................... 1-3
NMS Control .......................................................................................... 1-3
Printer Support ........................................................................................ 1-3
Event Log ............................................................................................... 1-3
Built-in Diagnostics ................ ................................................................ 1-3
ESF Operation ........................................................................................ 1-4
Clear Channel ......................................................................................... 1-4
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 1-4
Front Panel Overview ................................................................................................................. 2-1
Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 2-1
LCD Screen ...................................................................................................................... 2-3
LED Indicators .......................... .. .. .. .................................................................................2-5
Configuring and Installing the Centum Series ............................................................................ 3-1
Requirements .................................................................................................................... 3-2
Software and hardware ......................................................................................... 3-2
Power and environmental ..................................................................................... 3-2
Centum Series Worksheet ................................................................................................ 3-2
Configuration Parameters ................................................................................................. 3-4
Checking the “T-Channels” ............................................................................................ 3-18
Self-Testing Centum Series ............................................................................................ 3-20
Connecting the Centum Series ....................................................................................... 3-22
Line Testing (Point-to-Point Configuration) .................................................................. 3-24
Line Testing (Integrated Access, Fractional T1) ............................................................ 3-26
Testing the Centum Series ............................. .... .... .................................................................... 4-1
CSU Loop ......................................................................................................................... 4-2
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Payload BERT .................. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .......................................................................... 4-3
CSU Loop with BERT .................. ................................................................................... 4-5
Payload Loop .......................... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ............................................................................ 4-6
Line Loop ......................................................................................................................... 4-7
DSX-1 Loop .....................................................................................................................4-9
Serial Port Loop ............................................................................................................. 4-10
Serial Port BERT ............................................................................................................ 4-12
Other Features ........................................................................................................................... 5-1
Alarms and Statistics ........................................................................................................ 5-1
Alarm Definitions ................................................................................................. 5 -1
ESF Statistics Definitions ..................................................................................... 5-2
Alarms/Statistics Menu .................................................................................................... 5-3
Utilities ............................................................................................................................. 5-5
Events ............................................................................................................................... 5-6
Event Printing ................................................................................................................... 5-7
Auxiliary Ports ........................................................................................................................... 6-1
Cabling ............................................................................................................................. 6-2
Auxiliary ports ............ .. .................... .. .................................................................. 6-3
Modular Adapters ............................................................................................................. 6-4
Rear panel views ................................................................................................... 6 -4
Terminal Configuration .................................................................................................... 6-6
Terminal Operation .......................................................................................................... 6-8
Configuration Menus ........................................................................................................ 6-9
Serial Port Diagnostics ................................................................................................... 6-11
Link Alarms and Statistics ............................................................................................. 6-12
ESF Registers ................................................................................................................. 6-13
Event Log ....................................................................................................................... 6-15
Utilities ........................................................................................................................... 6-16
Printer Configuration .......................... .. .. ........................................................................ 6-17
Printer Port Flow Control .......................... .. ................................................................... 6-18
Printer Operation ............ .. .. .................... .. ...................................................................... 6-19
Link Alarms and Statistics ............................................................................................. 6-20
SNMP Management .................. .. .. ............................................................................................. A-1
Connecting the Centum Series ........................................................................................ A-1
Option #1 ........................ ..................................................................................... A-1
Option #2 ........................ ..................................................................................... A-3
Compiling the Centum Series MIB ................................................................................. A-4
Standard Cabling for User Ports ................................................................................................. B-1
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Network Interface and DSX-1 Port ................................................................................. B-1
V.35 Serial Port ............................................................................................................... B-2
RS-442A Serial Port ........................................................................................................ B-3
Special Serial Port Cabling ........................................................................................................ C-1
External Timing ............................................................................................................... C-1
Cables for External Timing ............................................................................................. C-2
V.35 Serial Port Cabling ...................................................................................... C-2
RS-422A Serial Port Cabling ............................................................................... C-3
Cables for Internal/External Timing ................................................................................ C-5
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List of Figures
Figur e2-1 Front Panel: Access System 100 (AS100) Single Port CSU/DSU ...............................2 -1
Figur e2-2 Front Panel: Access System 150 (AS150) Drop-and-Insert Single Port CSU/DSU ....2-1
Figur e2-3 Front Panel: Access System 200 (AS200) Dual Port CSU /DSU .................................2-2
Figur e2-4 Basic Centum Series Menu Tree ..................................................................................2-4
Figur e3-1 Rear Panel of Access System 100 (V.35 version) ......................................................3 - 22
Figur e3-2 Rear Panel of Access System 150 (V.35 version) ......................................................3 - 22
Figur e3-3 Rear Panel of Access System 200 (V.35 version) ......................................................3 - 23
Figur e4-1 Payload BERT diagram ................................................................................................ 4-4
Figur e4-2 CSU Loop with BERT .................................................................................................. 4-5
Figur e4-3 Payload Loop diagram ..................................................................................................4-6
Figur e4-4 Line Loop diagram .......................................................................................................4-8
Figur e4-5 DSX-1 Loop diagram ...................................................................................................4-9
Figur e4-6 Serial Port Loop diagram ............................................................................................ 4-11
Figur e4-7 Serial Port BERT and Loop diagram ..........................................................................4-13
Figur e6-1 6-Pin Modular Adapter Pin Assignments .....................................................................6-4
Figur e6-2 Rear Panel of Access System 100 (V.35 version) ........................................................ 6-4
Figur e6-3 Rear Panel of Access System 150 (V.35 version) ........................................................ 6-5
Figur e6-4 Rear Panel of Access System 200 (V.35 version) ........................................................ 6-5
Figur eA-1 SNMP Manager access with a terminal server ............................................................A-2
Figur eA-2 SNMP Manager access with a router ...........................................................................A -2
Figur eA-3 SNMP Manager access via direct or dial-up connection .............................................A-3
Figur eB-1 Network Interface and DSX-1 Port (RJ-48) ................................................................B-1
Figur eB-2 V.35 Serial Port Pin Assignments (M-series, 34-pin connector) .................................B- 2
Figur eC-1 V.35 Serial Port #1 Cabling for External Timing ........................................................C-2
Figur eC-2 RS-422A Serial Port #1 Cabling for External TIming ................................................C-3
Figur eC-3 V.35 Serial Port #1 Cabling for Internal/External Timing .......................................... C-6
Figur eC-4 RS-422A Serial Port #1 Cabling for External TIming ................................................C-7
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Chapter
1 Introducti on
Verilink’s Access System Centum Series consists of the following three
models:
■ Access System 100 Single Port CSU/DSU (AS100)
■ Access System 150 Drop-and-Insert Single Port CSU/DSU
(AS150)
■ Access System 200 Dual Port CSU/DSU (AS200)
Verilink’s Centum Series units integrate the capabilities of a T1 ESF CSU
(Channel Service Unit) and DSU (Data Service Unit) in a single unit.
Engineered with either a V.35 or RS-449 serial port, each unit provides
high bandwidth for LANs, image transmission, mainframe file transfers,
and other high-speed, synchronous applications. Additionally, the Access
System 150 has a DSX-1 port to handle voice transmissions for
drop-and-insert applications.
T1 Concepts
A T1 digital transmission facility carries twenty-four 64 kbps DS-0
channels, for a total of 1.536 Mbps (plus 8 kbps overhead to achieve the
well-known 1.544 Mbps). These DS-0s can be demultiplexed by the
Centum Series, and a group of DS-0s can be assigned to the connectors
on the equipment to transport informa t ion. In some cases, the user has
access to the full 64 kbps per channel while, in other cases, the limit is
56 kbps per channel. A detailed explanation is provided in Chapter 3,
Configuring and Installing the Centum Series.
The T1 facility itself can be a physical point-to-point circuit with all
24 DS-0s going from one site to another. The facility can also be an
“Integrated Access” that uses a Central Office DACS and one or more
Fractional T1 (FT1) links. This is a physical multipoint facility with
logical point-to-point links formed by groups of DS-0s.
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Product Features and Specifications
This section explains product features and specifications.
Special Centum Series Features
The Centum Series has a number of special features.
Built-in T1 ESF CSU
Interfacing to T1 or Fractional T1 services requires a T1 CSU (Channel
Service Unit). The Centum Series includes a built-in T1 ESF CSU as
standard equipment. The superior ESF (Extended Superframe) CSU
includes provisions for continuous performance monitoring by both the
user and the telephone company central office. ESF provides a 4 kbps
link control channel (transparent to user data) which allows the telephone
company to monitor the local loop, transmit and receive test messages
and retrieve performance data, all without interrupting normal operations.
Network Protection
The Centum Series provides complete electrical protection for the
network by automatically inserting pulses into the transmitted signal as
required to meet the bit density formula specified in AT&T Pub 62411.
Front Panel Control
The Centum Series is easy to use. Configuration and testing are
accomplished with a few buttons. Status is shown on a 32-character
liquid crystal display (LCD) screen and 10 front-panel indicators. The
LCD screen serves as a “window” that can be moved vertically. The
indicators are separated in NI (Network Interface) and serial (DTE) port
groups.
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Te rmina l Control
All Centum Series features can be accessed via an external terminal. The
terminal’s CRT allows displays that are much more comprehensive than
possible via the front panel LCD. The user-supplied terminal can be
selected from a wide variety of standard offerings or can be a PC with
terminal emulation software.
NMS Control
Configuration, dialing, and testing can also be controlled through a usersupplied PC using the optional Verilink SNMP-based network
management software. Most DOS-based PC devices can serve as the
NMS (Network Management System) console. The console port on the
rear panel of the Centum Series, an RS-232C connector, supports speeds
of 1200, 2400, 4800, and 9600 bps. A password routine prevents
unauthorized access to the NMS console screens.
Printer Support
The Centum Series includes a port for serial printer support. Real-time
reports of all system events are automatically sent out this port. In
addition, the front panel or an externally attached terminal can command
printouts of configuration, alarms, and ESF statistics.
Event Log
The Centum Series constantly monitors for the occurrence of events, such
as alarms, test commands, and system resets. When an event occurs, a
description with a time and date stamp is immediately sent out the printer
port. In addition, the Centum Series maintains a log of the most recent
sixteen events and that log can be accessed by either the front panel
controls and LCD panel or an externally attached terminal.
Built-in Diagnostics
Verilink’s Centum Series includes extensive capabilities to help pinpoint
network problems without the need for external test equipment.
Diagnostics include local and remote Serial Port digital loopbacks, LLB,
RLB, and payload NI loopbacks.
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The Centum Series also includes a built-in bit error rate tester (BERT),
eliminating the need for external test equipment. The built-in tester
transmits a 511-bit pseudo random test pattern. The Centum Series
records errors received, seconds in test, and error-free seconds.
Alarm conditions are displayed on the front panel LCD screen as well as
on the console’ s Alarms/Statistics screen. Front panel LEDs indicate unit
and control signal status.
ESF Operation
Centum Series Extended SuperFrame (ESF) operation allows the
telephone company central office to continuously monitor the local loop,
to transmit and receive test messages, and to retrieve performance data,
without interrupting normal operations. The unit is compatible with both
AT&T 54016 and ANSI T1.403 specifications.
Clear Channel
The Centum Series provides clear channel signalling with B8ZS line
coding (in installations where it is supported by the Telco central office)
or alternate channel assignment.
Specifications
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Product specifications for the Centum Series are listed on the following
page.
AS100 AS150 AS200
✔✔✔
✔
✔
56/64 kbps where N = 1 to 24
Synchronous CCITT V.35, EIA RS-422A/530, or
RS-422A/449 with optional adapter
ale 34-pin “M-series”, 25-pin “D”, or 37-pin “D” (with optional adapter)
4 Mbps
lar B8ZS/AMI and ESF/D4
ale 8-position RJ-48C
ESF/D4 compatibility per AT&T Tech Pubs 62411, 54019, and ANSI T1.403
4 Mbps ± 50 bps, bipolar B8ZS or AMI
5, 15, 22.5 dB
ale 8-position RJ-48C
nal
uency locked to NI (Repeater)
uency locked to synchronous Serial Port #1
uency l o ck e d to DSX -1 Port
drive to 6000 feet
l Digital Loopback
ote Digital Loopback (V.54)
l CSU Loopback, LLB, RLB, Payload Loopback
ork Interface and Serial Port with bidirectional testing,
table patterns of “511”, 2047, “1 in 8”, “2 of 16”, and “All Ones”
sity, Loop, BPV, Alarm
sity, Loop, BPV, Alarm
, Loop, DCD
, Loop, DCD
haracter Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with front panel buttons
II terminal
m printer
W x 1.75” H x 10” D
unds (maximum)
etop or Rack
30 Vac, 57-63 Hz
40 degrees C, 90% humidity (non-condensing)
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Chapter
2 Front Panel Overview
Introduction
The front panel LCD screen displays two rows of sixteen characters each.
Menu parameters are presented individually. The buttons to the right of
the LCD screen scroll data vertically through the screen, displaying up to
two parameters at a time. There are also up to 10 LED indicators that are
used to display the status of various Centum Series conditions.
UP
SELECT
END
Figure 2-1 Front Panel: Access System 100 (AS100) Single Por
LCD screenLED indicators
and
button — to choose a parameter or activate a function
button — to return to next higher menu grouping
arrow buttons — to move to a field
DOWN
Figure 2-2 Front Panel: Access System 150 (AS150) Drop-and-
CSU/DSU
Insert Single Port CSU/DSU
LED
indicators
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Figure 2-3 Front Panel: Access System 200 (AS200) Dual Port CSU/
DSU
There are two UP/DOWN (arrow) buttons, a SELECT button, and an END
button. The basic operating procedures are simple.
1. To select a menu, use the
UP and DOWN buttons to move to the
desired field.
2. Then,
SELECT to choose the submenu.
3. To choose from a particular set of parameters or activate a function,
SELECT key. Use END to return to the next higher menu
use the
grouping.
UP/DOWN (Arrow) Buttons. These buttons are used to move th e
display window vertically within a menu grouping. The
the display window up (backwards). The
DOWN button moves the
UP button moves
display window down (forward) to the next menu entry.
SELECT .Used to choose a submenu, choose a parameter activate a
function.
END. Used to return to the previous menu.
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LCD Scree
The LCD screen is limited to two lines of 16 characters each.
The displayed menus incl u de th e Main Menu, which is sub-divided i nt o
the following five (5) menus: Configuration, Diagn ostics, Alarms &
Statistics, Event Log, and Utilities. Each sub-menu is further broken
down into sub-level menus. Menu examples are shown below.
Subsequent chapters give detailed information regarding these menus.
Main Menu HH:MM
_Configuration
NI Configuration
Framing: _ESF
Port 1 Diag.
Local Loop: _On
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Figure 2-4 Basic Centum Series Menu Tree
Main Menu
Configuration
NI
Configuration
DSX-1
Configuration
MicroConnecT1
Timing
Serial
Interfaces
Display DS-0
Assignments
NI & DSX-1
Loops & BERT
Serial Port #1
Loops & BERT
Serial Port #2
Loops & BERT
Alarms / Stats Event Log UtilitiesDiagnostics
NI Alarms
DSX-1 Alarms
ESF Statistics
Print Alarm s
Print Statistics
Entry #1
Entry #2
Entry #3
Entry #16
Set
Time & Date
Edit
Unit ID
Clear BRAM
Display S/W
Revision Level
Configure
Auxiliary Ports
Print
Configuration
Clear Log
LED Indicators
There are up to ten LED indicators on the front panel. The actual
quantity differs with the Centum Series model. They are used to indicate
the status of various alarm and call conditions. They monitor three areas
of Centum Series operation: DSX-1, Network Interface (NI) and Serial
Channels.
DEN (Network Interface). Indicates that the Network Interface is
forcing the required number of transmitted “ones” to satisfy the T1
network requirements. This could be a result of improper configuration
or failure of the customer’s attached Serial port equipment and will result
in data corruption.
AL (DSX-1 Port). ON when receive alarm condition (Red, Yellow, etc.)
is detected on the DSX-1 Port.
LP (DSX-1 Port & Network Interface). ON when either the Network
Interface or the DSX-1 Port is in a loopback state.
BPV (Network Interface) ON when Bipolar Violations are being
received from the network. Can also indicated a very weak or overly
strong signal.
AL (Network Interface). ON when receive alarm condition exists (Red,
Yellow, etc.)
TST (Serial Port Channel 1). Indicates the status of the BERT test if in
progress. Will be
LP (Serial Port Channel 1). ON when a loop condition exists in the
ON only if the test results are good.
serial port either at the local or remote end.
DCD (Serial Port Channel 1) ON when the state of the Data Carrier
Detect (or equivalent) lead being transmitted to the DTE connected to the
serial port is ON or HIGH.
TST (Serial Port Channel 2). Indicates the status of the BERT test if in
progress. Will be
LP (Serial Port Channel 2). ON when a loop condition exists in the
ON only if the test results are good.
serial port either at the local or remote end.
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DCD (Serial Port Channel 2) ON when the state of the Data Carrier
Detect (or equivalent) lead being transmitted to the DTE connected to the
serial port is ON or HIGH.
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Chapter
3 Configuring and Installing the
Centum Series
WARNING
The following rules should always be followed when connecting
telephone equipment and/or wiring:
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install the telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
NOTE
Centum Series units should not be connected to the network until after it
has been completely configured and has successfully passed self test.
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Configuring and Installing the Centum Series
Requirements
Listed below are the requirements for operating Centum Series units.
Soft ware an
hardware
Power and environmental
Each Centum Series product is a self-contained unit that can be
configured with no additional software or hardware.
This chapter describes the steps necessary to configure, test, and install
Centum Series using the front panel buttons and LCD panel. The same
steps can be more easily performed using a customer-supplied external
terminal (or PC with terminal emulation software). See Chapte r6,
Auxiliary Ports, page 6-8.
Ce ntum Series uses 110-120 VAC, 60 Hz, at 0.25 amps.
Centum Series does not require a conditioned environment but should be
operated in areas with adequate ventilation.
Centum Series Workshee
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c
Centum Series Worksheet
T-Channel Definitions
Serial
Number
DS0-1
DS0-2
DS0-3
DS0-4
DS0-5
DS0-6
Port 1
14 21 27 27
Serial
Port 2 DSX-1
Not
Used
1
2
2
3
3
3
Serial Po rt #1
Data Rate:
First DS-0:
Alt/Consecutive:
CD Handling:
Data Norm/Inv:
Clock Norm/Inv:
Clocks:
Remote Loop:
13
14
14
15
16
17
18
19
T-Channel
DS0-7
Serial Po rt #2
Data Rate:
e
4
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6
7
8
9
10
11
First DS-0:
Alt/Consecutive:
CD Handling:
Data Norm/Inv:
Clock Norm/Inv:
Clocks:
Remote Loop:
DSX-1 Interface
Framing:
Line Code:
Distance:
12
DSX-1 CFA:
20
21
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
DS0-8
DS0-9
DS0-10
DS0-11
DS0-12
DS0-13
DS0-14
DS0-15
DS0-16
DS0-17
DS0-18
DS0-19
DS0-20
DS0-21
DS0-22
DS0-23
DS0-24
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Configuration Parameters
Proper configuration of the C entum S eries requires information re gard ing
the network itself and the manner in which the network will be used.
Most of this information is readily available from the network
supplier although some user decisions must be made from within the
limitations of the network.
This manual includes a configuration worksheet on page 3-2 to aid the
user in configuring the Centum Series. Verilink recommends that the
master worksheet be photocopied and that copies be used to record the
actual information for Centum Series units. By using the information in
this chapter, one worksheet should be completed for each unit in the
network. After completing all worksheets for all units, this chapter
should again be used to actually configure the units.
Note that the Centum Series can remain unpowered indefinitely without
losing the configuration parameters.
Plug in the Centum Series and confirm that the LCD panel displays:
Configuration Parameters
Main Menu HH:MM
_Configuration
If necess ary, press the
the above information. Now, refer to a photocopied configuration sheet.
The item numbers below corre late to the reference num bers circled on the
sheet.
1. Model number Administration information indicating specific
Centum Series model being configured.
2. Company name and location. Administrative information
determined by customer.
UP or DOWN arro w b uttons until the panel displays
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3. T-Carrier ID, Local Circuit ID, and Billing Number.
Administrative information obtained from the network supplier
SELECT to
display:
SELECT to
display:
Configuration
_NI Interface
Configuration
Framing:_XX
4. NI Framing. This information must be obtained from the network
supplier. Repeatedly
DOWN to
display:
SELECT to choose between D4 and ESF.
NI Configuration
Line Code:_XXX
5. NI Line Code. This information must be obtained from the network
supplier. Repeatedly
SELECT to choose between AMI and B8ZS.
DOWN to
display:
NI Configuration
LBO..:_X dB
6. NI LBO. Should be set to 0 dB unless the network supplier
specifically requests otherwise. If requested, repeatedly
SELECT to
choose 0, 7.5, 15, or 22 dB.
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DOWN to
display:
NI Configuration
NTWK Diag.: XXX
7. Network Diagnostics. This entry determines the Centum Series’
ability to respond to diagnostic commands received from the network
supplier. Repeatedly
SELECT to choose between Yes and No.
User equipment must always respond to network-generated
diagnostic commands. Select Yes unless the commands are to be
passed to another T1 device that will respond.
DOWN to
display:
NI Configuration
Density: XXXX
8. NI Density. This information must be obtained from the network
supplier. Repeatedly
SELECT to choose Clear or 62411. A Clear
network imposes no “ones density” requirements on the user. A
62411 network complies with AT&T T echnical Reference #62411
and limits Centum Series transmission to no more than fifteen
consecutive zeroes.
If the Line Code entry (item #5, abov e) is B8ZS, choose Clear. If the
Line Code entry is AMI, choose 62411.
DOWN to
display:
NI Configuration
NI CFA:_XXX
9. NI CFA. Repeated
Yes causes Centum Series to discard data and send a “yellow alarm”
if it is in a “red alarm” condition for three seconds.
SELECT to choose between Yes and No.
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Yes MUST be chosen if the network supplier is a common carrier,
such as a telephone company. If the network is private, the selection
is a user option.
DOWN to
display:
NI Configuration
ESF Frmt:_XXX
10. ESF Reporting Format. This entry describes the types of ESF
network commands that the Centum Series will respond to. It has no
meaning for D4 networks: see Framing (item #4, above). With ESF
networks, this information must be obtained from the network
supplier.
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose between AT&T Technical Reference
54016 and ANSI specification T1.403.
DOWN to
display:
11. Clear Registers. Repeatedly
NI Configuration
Clear Regs:_XXX
SELECT to choose between Yes and
No. Yes is the recommended choice.
When commanded by the network supplier, Centum Series will
transmit stored error information to the supplier.
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A Yes entry will cause Centum Series to clear a ll erro r counts when
the unit is powered down and back up again.
A No entry will allow potentially invalid registers in preparation for
transmission to the network supplier.
Configuration Parameters
o display:
Configuration
_NI Interface
DOWN to
display:
NI Configuration
_Timing Source
12. Timing Source. Repeatedly SELECT to choose NI, Port 1, Int, or
DSX-1.
In an Integrated Access, Fracti onal T1 env ironment, ALL units must
use NI timing.
In a point-to-point configuration, one unit must
the other unit must
use something else. This “something else” is
use NI timing and
nearly always Int (Internal) but some user configurations require
Port 1 or DSX-1 timing. Contact the Technical Assistance Center if
assistance is needed.
o display:
NI Configuration
_Timing Source
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NOTE
Steps 13 through 19 apply to Serial Port #1 while the identical Steps20
through 26 apply to Serial Port #2.
ain Menu,
DOWN to
display:
LECT and
P/DOWN
o display:
ELECT to
display:
Main Menu HH:MM
_Configuration
Configuration
_Serial Port #1 (or 2)
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
_XXXK (XDS0)
13. Serial Port #1 Data Rate.
[20. Serial Port #2 Data Rate]
NOTE
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In an Integ r ated Access, Fractional T 1 environment, this selection MUST
be coordinated with the network supplier.
Before entering a value, the user must first determine if each DS0
will carry 56 kbps or 64 kbps user data and must then determine the
correct quantity of DS0s necessary to achieve the desired data rate.
See Density (item #8, above). If the NI is Clear, the 56/64 decision
is completely user optional and 64Kbps is recommended to obtain
maximum data transfer efficiency in the network.
Configuration Parameters
If the NI is not Clear, steps must be taken to ensure the proper “ones
density” in the data presented to the network. If this is not done,
Centum Series may occasionally damage user data in order to satisfy
network requirements. There are three methods that can be used to
ensure ones density in the data:
• Limit the user data to 56 kbps per DS0. Centum Series will use
the remaining 8 kbps (in each DS0) to provide the required
density.
• Allow 64 kbps user data in each DS0 and use alternate DS0s.
Keep the intervening DS0s idle to provide the density. See
Alt/Consec below (items #14 and #21). This method wastes
significant bandwidth and should only be used when absolutely
necessary.
• Allow 64 kbps user data in each DS0 when the user’s protocol
provides the required density. See Data Norm/Inv below
(item s#16 a nd #23).
When the 56/64 decision has been made, repeatedly
the desired data rate is displayed on the left side of the LCD panel
AND the correct DS0 quantity is displayed on the right side. Select
N/U if the Serial Port will not be used.
CAUTION
!
14. Serial Port #1 DS0 assignments.
In some cases, the same data rate can be achieved with two different
DS0 quantities, one with 56 kbps DS0s and the other with 64 kbps
DS0s.
DOWN to
display:
[21. Serial Port #2 DS0 assignments]
This selection determines which specific DS0s within the T1 stream
will support the Serial Port.
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
First DS0: XX
SELECT until
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NOTE
In an Integ r ated Access, Fractional T 1 environment, this selection MUST
be coordinated with the network supplier.
The First DS0 is the lowest numbered DS0 of the quantity indicated
in Data Rate (items #13 and #20, above). Repeatedly
SELECT until
the desired First DS0 appears in the display. The remaining DS0s
required to support the desired data rate are the next high er numbered
contiguous or alternate DS0s except that the string of DS0s cannot
“wrap” from #24 to #1.
DOWN to
display:
Repeatedly
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
XXXXXXX DS0s
SELECT to choose either Consecutive or Alternate. If
Consecutive is chosen, the DS0s assigned to this serial port will be a
contiguous string beginning with the First DS0.
If Alternate is chosen, Centum Series will insert an idle DS0
immediately after each one required for user data. For example, if
the first DS0 is #1 and four alternate DS0s are selected, #1, #3, #5,
and #7 will carry user data while #2, #4, #6, and #8 will be idle.
When this selection is made, place checkmarks in the appropriate
“T-Channel Definitions” boxes to simplify recordkeeping. Don’t
forget to account for 56 kbps vs. 64 kbps DS0s.
DOWN to
display:
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
CD..: XX
15. Serial Port #1 CD handling.
[23. Serial Port #2 CD handling]
Centum Series presents a DCE interface to the attached customer
equipment. Carrier Detect (CD) can be
•permanently On
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Configuration Parameters
•permanently Off, or
• Switched (normally On, turns Off upon network carrier failure).
Switched is the recommended mode of operation unless the
customer DTE requires otherwise. Repeatedly
SELECT to choose
On, Off, or Switched.
DOWN to
display:
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
Data..: XXX
16. Serial Port #1 Data Normal/Inverted.
[23. Serial Port #2 Data Normal/Inverted]
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose between Normal and Inverted.
Choose Normal if any of the following are true:
• Density (item #8, above) is Clear.
• Data Rate (items #13 and #20, above) uses 56 kbps per DS0
• Alt/Consec (items #14 and #21, above) is Alternate
If none of the above conditions apply, consider the following:
Some user protocols, such as SDLC and HDLC, have a “zeroes
density” characteristic that, when inverted, results in the required T1
“ones density”. If the attached DTE uses one of these protocols
AND also inverts the data, choose Normal and confirm that the
mated serial port (at the “other end” of the circuit) is configured the
same.
If the attached DTE uses one of these protocols and does NOT invert
the data, choose Inverted and confirm that the mated serial port (at
the “other end” of the circuit) is configured the same.
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NO OTHER CONDITIONS ARE VALID. Please refer to
discussion under Serial Port Data Rate (items #13 and #20, above).
DOWN to
display:
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
Clock..: XXXX
17. Serial Port #1 Clock Normal/Inverted.
[24. Serial Port #2 Clock Normal/Inverted]
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose Normal or Inverted. Initially choose
Normal. If frequent errors occur at this serial port, try Inverted and
check performance.
Normally, the down-going clock edge is in the middle of each bit.
This is required by networks. Some DTEs, particularly with highspeed V.35 configurations and/or lengthy cables, place the rising
edge in the middle of each bit . Inverted will correct this condition to
satisfy the network.
DOWN to
display:
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
Clocks: XXXX XXX
18. Serial Port #1 Clock Handling
[25. Serial Port #2 Clock Handling]
NOTE
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Repeatedly
SELECT to choose Internal, External, or Int/Ext.
External is not available for Serial Port #2.
Internal is the normal setting and should always be chosen unless
there is specific reason to do otherwise. At the serial interface,
Centum Series will provide both TX-clock and RX-clock to the
customer DTE.
External should be used with Serial Port #1 if the attached user
equipment is DCE, rather than DTE. Centum Series will accept both
TX-clock and RX-clock from the customer DCE. This setting
Configuration Parameters
requires special user cabling and a very specific DCE configuration.
Please refer to Appendi xC, Special Serial Port Cabling for more
information.
Int/Ext should be used for Serial Port #1 if the attached user DTE is
substantially far away from Centum Series and/or if Serial Port #1 is
to be used as the system’s master clock. See Timing Source (item
#12, above).
Int/Ext should be used for Serial Port #2 if the attached user DTE is
substantially far away from the Centum unit. The Centum unit will
provide RX-clock to the attached DTE and will accept TX-clock
from the DTE.
The Int/Ext setting requires a special DTE requires a special DTE
configuration or a modified cable. Please refer to Appen d ixC,
Special Serial Port Cabling for more information.
Important Notes:
a. If Int/Ext timing has been selected for Serial Port #1 because
Serial Port #1 is to be used as the system’s master clock (see
item #12, above), the recommendation in Appendi xC must be
followed.
b. If excessive DTE cable distance is the only concern, con sider the
following:
• Clocking problems appear as periodic (predictable) error
bursts.
• Internal Serial Port timing should first be attempted with a
normal DTE configuration and a standard cable.
• If clocking problems occur, they can frequently be corrected
by using clock inversion (items #17 and #24, above) and
retaining the normal DTE configuration and the standard
cable.
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• Int/Ext Serial Port timing with the recommendations in
Appendix C need be used only if the above efforts fail.
DOWN to
display:
Serial Port #1 (or 2)
Rem Loop:_Enabled
19. Serial Port #1 Remote Loop Enable/Disable.
[26. Serial Port #2 Remote Loop Enable/Disable]
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose between Enabled and Disabled.
When Enabled, this Serial Port channel will respond to receipt of a
remote digital loo p command arri vi ng from th e Serial Po rt channel of
the mated Centum Series unit. Enabled is recommended unless the
user has specific reason to do otherwise.
When Disabled, this Serial Port channel will not respond to receipt
of a remote digital loop command.
ain Menu,
DOWN to
display:
Main Menu HH:MM
_Configuration
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LECT and
P/DOWN
o display:
ELECT to
display:
Configuration
_DSX-1 Interface
DSX-1 Config.
Framing:_XXX
20. DSX-1 port framing.
Configuration Parameters
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose the framing provided by the attached
PBX: ESF or D4. Choose N/U if a PBX will not be used.
Refer to item #4, earlier. If the NI framing is ESF, the DSX-1
framing can be either ESF or D4 (the unit will provide the necessary
conversion). If, however, the NI framing is D4, the DSX-1 framing
should also be D4 (conversion from ESF to D4 is not recommended).
All DS0s that have not been assigned to Serial Port #1 are given to
the DSX-1 port by default (unless N/U is selected for DSX-1
framing). If the PBX will use some, but not all, of those DS0s, the
appropriate DS0s should be idled by the PBX. The user is advised to
mark the Worksheet in such a way that PBX idle can b e differentiated
from Centum Series idle.
When this selection is made, place checkmarks in the “T-Channel
Definitions” boxes to simplify recordkeeping.
DOWN to
display:
DSX-1 Config.
Line Code:_XXXX
21. DSX-1 line code.
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose the line code provided by the attached
PBX: B8ZS or AMI.
Refer to item #5, earlier. If the NI line code is B8ZS, the DSX-1 line
code can be either B8ZS or AMI (the Centum Series unit will
provide the necessary conversion). If, however, the NI line code is
AMI, the DSX-1 framing should also be AMI (conversion from
B8ZS to AMI is not re c om m ended).
DOWN to
display:
DSX-1 Config.
Distance:_XXXft.
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22. PBX distance.
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose a distance figure that most closely
approximates the cable length from the DSX-1 port to the PBX.
DOWN to
display:
23. DSX-1 CFA.
Repeatedly
SELECT to choose No or Yes.
Yes causes the Centum Series unit to pass “red alarm” signals to the
PBX for appropriate action.
Refer to NI CFA , item #9, earlier.
If NI CFA is Yes, choose DSX-1 CFA No.
If NI CFA is No and the network is provided by a common carrier,
such as a telephone company, choose DSX-1 CFA Yes. Ensure that
the attached PBX will react to a three-second “red alarm” by
discarding data and sending a “yellow alarm”.
If NI CFA is No and the network is private, the selection is a user
option.
DSX-1 Config.
DSX-1 CFA:_XX
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Checking the “T-Channels”
Checking the “T-Channels”
ain Menu,
DOWN to
display:
SELECT
o display:
DOWN as
equired to
display:
SELECT
o display:
Main Menu HH:MM
_Configuration
Configuration
_NI Interface
Configuration
_DS0 Assignments
Channel Mode
_01: XXXX
Repeatedly depress UP or DOWN while comparing Centum Series display
with the checkmarks in the worksheet T-Channel Definitions, columns
#14 and 27.
Note that “Idle” refers to channels that have been configured as “Not
Used” in the Centum Series. In some cases, typically involving
Fractional T1, a portion of the DS0s assigned to the DSX-1 port will be
forced to “idle” by the PBX; these channels will be displayed as “DSX-1”
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channels by the Centum Series. The user is advised to mark the
W orksheet in such a way that PBX idle can be differentiated from Centum
Series idle.
The DS0 configuration can also be sent to a printer. Please refer to
Chapter 6, Auxiliary Ports.
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Self-Testing Centum Series
The self-testing can be performed via either the Centum Series control
panel or an external terminal or PC. The instructions below assume that
the Centum Series control panel is being used. Chapter6, Auxiliary
Ports, describes usage of an external terminal.
Self-Testing Centum Series
ain Menu,
DOWN to
display:
llowed by
s required
o display:
ELECT to
display:
If the CSU Loop is presently Off, the NI
Main Menu HH:MM
_Diagnostics
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
CSU Loop..:_Off or On
ALARM indicator should be
illuminated. If the CSU Loop is presently On, the NI
should be extinguished. Repeatedly
while confirming proper functioning of the NI
SELECT to turn the loop On and Off
ALARM indicator. Leave
the CSU loop in the On condition.
ALARM indicator
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o display:
SELECT
o display:
uired and
o display:
uired and
o display:
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
BERT......:_Off or On
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
BERT......:_On
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
Err Secs.:_
∅∅∅∅∅
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
Sec/Test.:_
∅∅∅∅∅
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Confirm that the Seconds/Test is properly incrementing and then depress
UP to confirm that the Errored Seconds is not incrementing. If the unit is
receiving errored seconds, confirm your configuration and run the selftesting again. If the unit still indicates “errored seconds”, contact our
Technical Assistance Center.
Turn Off the BERT and the CSU Loop.
Cycle through the Diagnostics menus and confirm that all test functions
(loops and BERT) are Off. (If necessary, turn them Off).
If the unit is being used in a point-to-point configuration, configure and
self-test the remote unit. If the unit is being used in an Integrated Access,
Fractional T1 environment, configure and self-test all remaining units.
Connecting the Centum Series
After all units have been configured and self-tested, they should be
connected to the network via the 8-pin modular jack (RJ-48
configuration).
The User DTEs and the DSX-1 should also be connected at this time.
The V.35 DTE connects to the DSU via female M-series, 34-pin
connectors.
RS-530 DTEs connect to the DSUs via female DB-25 connectors.
RS-449 (37-pin) DTEs connect to the DSUs via mechanical adapters and
female DB-25 connectors. The DSX-1 port is an 8-pin modular jack
(RJ-48 configuration).
All cable specifications are given in Appe ndixB, Standard Cabling for
User Ports.
Figure 3-1 Rear Panel of Access System 100 (V.35 version)
PORT #1
V.35
Connecting the Centum Series
PRN AUX
N.I.
Figure 3-2 Rear Panel of Access System 150 (V.35 version)
8-pin
Modular
Jack
N.I.
M-series 34-pin Receptacle
PORT #1
V.35 DTE
er Support and NMS Access
Terminal Access
ection (RJ-48 Configuration
-1 Port (RJ-48 Configuration)
6-pin
Modular Jacks
V.35
PRN AUX
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connection
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Figure 3-3 Rear Panel of Access System 200 (V.35 version)
PORT #1
V.35
PORT #2
V.35
PRN AUX
N.I.
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Line Testing (Point-to-Point Configuration)
Line Testing (Point-to-Point Configuration)
The line testing can also be performed via either the Centum Series
control panel or an external terminal or PC. The instructions belo
assume that the Centum Series control panel is being used. Chap ter6,
Auxiliary Ports, describes usage of an external terminal.
Confirm that both ends are configured, self-tested, and connected to the
network. Confirm that the
If not, review both configurations and repeat both self-tests. If either
ALARM indicator remains illuminated, contact our Technical Assistance
Center. Once the
ALARM indicators are extinguished, proceed as follows.
ALARM indicator is extinguished at both ends.
ain Menu,
DOWN to
display:
llowed by
equired to
display:
o display:
o display:
o display:
Main Menu HH:MM
_Diagnostics
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
CSU Loop..:_Off
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
NI RLB..:_Off
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
NI RLB..:_On
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If the remote end responds properly to this command, the DSX-1/NI
LOOP indicator will illuminate within approximately ten seconds. If the
remote end does not respond properly, the
extinguished and the LCD panel will change to NI RLB..:_Off.
Confirm that the remote end has responded properly. If it has not, check
the NI cable connections and try again. If it still does not respond,
contact your network supplier. Continue with the following steps only if
the remote end has responded properly.
LOOP indicator will remain
uired and
o display:
uired and
o display:
uired and
o display:
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
BERT......:_On
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
Err Secs.:_
∅∅∅∅∅
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
Sec/Test.:_
∅∅∅∅∅
Confirm that the Seconds/Test is properly incrementing and then depress
UP to confirm that the Errored Seconds is not incrementing. If the unit
is receiving errored seconds, confirm your configuration and run the
testing again. If the unit still indicates errored seconds, contact our
Technical Assistance Center.
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Turn Off the BERT and the Loop. Your system is now ready for
operation.
Line Testing (Integrated Access, Fractional T1)
Line Testing (Integrated Access, Fractional T1)
The line testing can be performed via either Centum Series control panel
or an external terminal or PC. The instructions below assume that
Centum Series control panel is being used. Chapter 6 , Auxiliary Ports,
describes usage of an external terminal.
The line itself cannot be tested directly in an Integrated Access,
Fractional T1 environment (the NI remote loop will not function). It can,
however, be tested indirectly by using the Serial Port channel.
If any locations are served by DSX channels (and only DSX channels),
the PBX units must be connected and used to test the links to those
locations.
ain Menu,
DOWN to
display:
SELECT and the UP and DOWN arrows to choose Serial Port #1
Use
Remote Loop On. Then, use the
on the BERT. Finally, use the arrows to confirm that Seconds/Test is
incrementing but Local and Remote Errored Seconds is not incrementing.
This checks out the link from the local site to the ultimate Ser ial Port#1
destination.
Turn Off the BERT and the Loop. Your system is now ready for
operation.
Main Menu HH:MM
_Diagnostics
UP/DOWN arrows and SELECT to turn
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Chapter
4 Testing the Centum Series
Centum Series testing can be performed via either the Centum Series
control panel or an external terminal or PC. The instructions belo
assume that the Centum Series control panel is being used. Chapter 6,
Auxiliary Ports, describes usage of an external terminal.
The Centum Series includes extensive diagnostic capabilities that allow
testing of the Centum Series unit itself as well as the attached T1 network.
Follow the instructions below to access the Diagnostic Menus:
ain Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
Then, proceed to the following pages to access the specific test features.
Main Menu HH:MM
_Diagnostics
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CSU Loop
When the CSU Loop is ON, the front panel LP LED will illuminate and
local testing can be performed by external DTE equipment or by Centum
Series’s internal BERT (see CSU Loop with BER , on pa ge4-5).
ag. Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
SELECT
eatedly to
display:
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
CSU Loop..:_Off/On
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Network
Interface
CSU Loop OFF
(Normal Data)
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1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Networ
Interface
CSU Loop ON
Payload BERT
The Payload BERT is useful in a point-to-point environment. The
Centum Series units at both ends of the circuit must be placed in a
Payload BERT condition with the same BER pattern.
ag. Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
to
DOWN
display:
SELECT as required to choose the desired Bit Error Rate pattern of 511,
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
BER Patt>_XXX
2of 16, or All Ones.
SELECT
equired to
display:
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
BERT......:_On
If the BER pattern was changed in the previous step, the BERT must be
turned OFF and back ON again to establish the new pattern.
SELECT
equired to
display:
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
Sec/Test.:_
∅∅∅∅∅
If the CSU portions of the Centum Series unit and the T1 link are all
functioning properly, t h e Se c o n ds / Test at both units will increment while
the Er rored S e conds at both units will remain at
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN BOTH BERT
TESTS “OFF”.
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∅∅∅∅∅.
Figure 4-1 Payload BERT diagram
Detector
Test Pattern
Generator
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Network
Interface
Payload BERT ON
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CSU Loop with BERT
The CSU portion of a single Centum Series unit can be tested by
activating both the CSU Loop and the Payload BERT. Refer to page 4-2
and page 4-3.
If the CSU portion of the unit is functioning properly, the Seconds/Test
will increment while the Errored Seconds will remain at
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN BOTH THE
LOOP AND THE BERT TESTS “OFF”.
Figure 4-2 CSU Loop with BERT
∅∅∅∅∅.
Detector
Test Pattern
Generator
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Network
Interface
CSU Loop and
Payload BERT
both ON
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Payload Loop
The Payload Loop is useful for looping back any testing initiated by the
other end of a point-to-point circuit, such as Payload, Serial Port, or
DSX-1 BERTs or any externally generated testing.
It is also useful for looping back Serial Port or DSX-1 testing initiated by
any remote location in an Integrated Access, Fractional-T1 circuit.
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN THE LOOP
“OFF”.
ag. Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
and
OWN
as
ELECT
o display:
Figure 4-3 Pa y load Loop diagram
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
PAYLD Loop:_On
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Networ
Interface
Payload Loop ON
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Line Loop
LLB causes a local line loop (at the Centum Series unit where the
command was entered). RLB causes a remote line loop (at the distant end
of a point-to-point circuit); RLB should not be attempted in an Integrated
Access, Fractional T1 environme nt.
The CSU is excluded from the test path in a Line Loop configuration.
In a point-to-point circuit, the LLB and RLB are useful for looping back
any testing initiated by the other end, such as Payload, Serial Port, or
DSX-1 BERTs or any externally generated testing.
In an Integrated Access, Fractional T1 circuit, LLB is useful for looping
back Serial Port or DSX-1testing initiated by any remote location.
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN THE LOOP
“OFF”.
ag. Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
and
OWN
as
ELECT
o display:
and
OWN
as
ELECT
o display:
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
NI LLB...:_On
OR
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
NI RLB...:_On
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Figure 4-4 Line Loop diagram
Line Loop ON
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Networ
Interface
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DSX-1 Loop
The DSX-1 Loop is useful for checking PBX cabling to the Centum
Series units. With the loop enabled and all equipment properly
configured, an attached PBX will synchronize onto its own looped signal.
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN THE LOOP
“OFF”.
ag. Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
to
LECT
display:
/DOWN
to
display:
to
ELECT
display:
Figu re 4-5 DSX-1 Loop diagram
Diagnostics
_NI/DSX-1 Port
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
CSU Loop..:_Ooff
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
DSX-1 Loop:_Off
NI/DSX-1 Diag.
DSX-1 Loop:_On
1.536 Mbps
Payload
DSX-1 Loop ON
1.544 Mbps
Network
Interface
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Serial Port Loop
!
Local Loop ON causes a loop (at the Centum Series unit where the
command was entered). Remote Loop ON causes a loop at the Serial Port
at the distant end. In an Integrated Access, Fractional T1 environment,
the Serial Port #1 and Serial P ort #2 link s throug h the netw ork i s a log ical
point-to-point connection and the “distant end” is the destination for the
serial port data.
CAUTION
Local and Remote Loops should not be activate d at the same time
unless the serial port BERT is also activated at the local end. (See
Serial Port BERT,
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN THE LOOP
“OFF”.
on page 4-12).
ag. Menu,
DOWN
display:
and
OWN
ELECT
o display:
and
OWN
ELECT
o display:
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to
as
as
Diagnostics
_Serial Port #1 (or 2)
SP 1 (or 2) Diagnostics
Local Loop: On
OR
SP 1 (or 2) Diagnostics
Remote Loop: On
Figure 4-6 Serial Port Loop diagram
Serial Port #1
Loop ON
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Network
Interface
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Serial Port BERT
The Serial Port (DTE) BERT can be used as a part of many different test
configurations. It is most valuable with both the Local and Remote Serial
Port Loops activated (see page 4-10); the local end of the recommended
configuration is shown below.
The “Local” Errored Seconds are counted by the detector toward the left
side in the figure. The “Remote” Errored Seconds are counted by the
detector toward the right side.
WHEN TESTING IS COMPLETED, BE SURE TO TURN THE LOOP AND
BERT “O FF”.
ag. Menu,
to
DOWN
display:
to
ELECT
display:
and
OWN
as
ELECT
o display:
and
OWN
as
ELECT
o display:
and
OWN
as
ELECT
o display:
Diagnostics
_Serial Port #1 (or 2)
SP 1 (or 2) Diagnostics
_BERT.....: On
SP 1 (or 2) Diagnostics
_Loc ES...:_
∅∅∅∅∅
SP 1 (or 2) Diagnostics
_Rem ES...:_
∅∅∅∅∅
SP 1 (or 2) Diagnostics
_Sec/Test.:_
∅∅∅∅∅
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Figure 4-7 Serial Port BERT and Loop diagram
ector
Generator
Detector
erator
Test Pattern
1.536 Mbps
Payload
1.544 Mbps
Networ
Interface
Serial Port #1
BERT and
Loop ON
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Chapter
5 Other Features
Many other functions are available in the Centum Series. This chapter
describes access from the front panel display. The same functions can
also be accessed via an externally attached terminal. See Chapter 6,
Auxiliary Ports.
Alarms and Statistics
The Alarms and Stats Main Menu is intended for those users with T1
alarm and ESF (Extended Superframe) statistics knowledge. From the
Alarms and Stats Main Menu,
■ Access current network (NI) and DSX-1 alarm conditions, which are
SELECT then use UP/DOWN arrows to:
shown with the number of seconds that the alarms have been present
since the last alarm reset.
Alarm Definitions
■ Reset the alarm times.
■ Access both current and 24-hour ESF statistics.
■ Send alarms to an externally attached printer. See Chapter 6,
Auxiliary Ports.
■ Send ESF statistics to an externally attached printer. See Chapter 6,
Auxiliary Ports.
AIS. An unframed “all ones” condition has been detected.
Red Alarm. A “loss of frame alignment” has occurred and
synchronizat io n has been lost.
Yellow Ala rm. A Yellow Alarm is generated by the network and sent to
the customer premises. It usually means that the network is not receiving
Centum Series signalling correctly.
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Framing Errors. One or more frame alignment bit errors have been
detected. This does not mean that synchronization has been lost.
CRC6 Alar m.One or mo re CRC6 blo c k errors have been detected. The
D4 framing does not include CRC6; Centum Series replaces that
parameter by counting the number of framing bit errors. The result is a
useful picture over time regarding D4 link performance.
BPV. Bipolar V iolations have been detected. This usually indicates that
a very weak or overly strong signal is being received from the network.
ESF Statistics Definitions
Errored Second (ES). Any occurrence of a Loss of Frame or a CRC6
error in a one-second period.
Failed Signal State (FSS). Ten consecutive Errored Seconds.
Failed Second (FS). Each second during the occurrence of a Failed
Signal State.
Severely Errored Second (SES ) Three hundred twenty (320) or more
CRC6 errors in a one-second period.
Bursty Errored Second (BES). More than one but less than 320 CRC6
errors in a one-second period.
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Alarms/Statistics Menu
Please refer to Alarm Definitions, on page 5-1, and ESF Statistics
Definitions, on page 5-2.
This chapter describes front panel access of the Alarms and Statistics
storage. Please refer to page 6-12 for terminal access.
From the Alarms/Stats Main Menu,
SELECT then use UP/DOWN arrows
to display either NI Alarms, DSX-1 Alarms, or ESF Statistics. Then
SELECT followed by UP/DOWN as desc r i bed below.
NI Alarms will display the current status (Yes/No) of AIS, Red and
Yellow Alarms, Frame Errors (Ferr), CRC6 and BPV alarms.
UP/DOWN
will scroll through the six possible alarms. If any entry is yes, the display
will also indicated the quantity of seconds that the alarm has been present.
The DSX-1 Alarms display is identical to the NI Alarms display except
that BPV alarms are not included.
DSX-1 Alrm Errs
Yel Yes
∅∅∅1∅
If ESF Statistics is selected, the user is then presented with another
choice, Current Statistics, 24-Hour Statistics, or ESF Registers.
By choosing Current Statistics, the user is provided statistics for the
current time interval (maximum fifteen minutes). Use
UP/DOWN to
scroll through Current Statu s, Time in Current Interval (in seconds),
ES & FS, SES & BES, and the current quantity of Valid Intervals
(fifteen minutes per interval). In the Current Status screen (shown
below), the following interpretation applies.
Digit #1 F or
Digit #2 U or
∅ where F indicates Failed Signal State (FSS).
∅ where U indicates that the T1 line is
unavailable.
Digit #3 Always
Digit #4 Always
Digit #5 Always
∅.
∅.
∅.
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Digit #6 Always ∅.
Digit #7 L or
Digit #7 Always
∅ where L indicates that the T1 line is in loop.
∅.
Current Stats
Status: XX
∅∅∅∅X∅
Scrolling UP/DOWN will provide detailed information. Below is the
SES/BES display.
Current Stats
∅∅∅ BES: ∅∅∅
SES:
By choosing 24 Hour Stats, the user can scroll through the ES, FS, SES,
and BES counts for the preceding 24-hour period.
24 Hour Stats
∅∅∅∅∅
SES:
ESF Registers gives the same information but it is broken down for each
of the ninety-six 15-minute intervals in that 24-hour period. Use
DOWN
to scroll through the intervals.
In this example, the user has scrolled to interval #3. The ES count is the
first three-digit number (directly below the
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UP/
∅3. FS SES BES
∅∅∅ ∅∅∅ ∅∅∅ ∅∅∅
∅3).
Utilities
From the Utilities Main Menu, SELECT then use UP/DOWN arrows to:
■ Set Date and Time.
■ Edit Unit ID.
■ Clear BRAM. This function clears all user-entered configuration
parameters and returns the Centum Series unit to the factory default
condition. USE WITH CAUTION.
■ Determine installed software level.
■ Configure Auxiliary CRT Port. See Chapter 6, Auxiliary Ports.
■ Configure Auxiliary NMS/Printer Port. See Chapter 6, Auxiliary
Ports.
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Events
Centum Series constantly monitors for the occurrence of events, such as
alarms, test commands, and system resets. When an event occurs, a
description with a time and date stamp is immediately sent out the printer
port. The format and interpretation of printed events are shown on the
next page.
In addition, Centum Series maintains a log of the most recent sixteen
events and that log can be accessed by either the front panel controls and
LCD panel or an externally attached term inal. See pa ge 6-15 for terminal
access of the Event Log.
From the Event Log Main Menu,
view the stored events and/or clear the log. (The log is cleared is
SELECT is depressed when the screen displays Clear Event Log.) The
format of an LCD screen event is below. Interpretation of the events is
the same as shown on the next page for printed events.
NN S Event Description
HH:MM:SS MM/DD
NN is the Event sequence number. S indicates that the Event is the Start
of an occurrence. E is used to indicate that the Event is the End of an
occurrence.
SELECT th en use UP/DOWN arrows to
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Event Printing
F
ORMAT AND SAMPLE ENTRY
Unit ID Seq. Num Time Date Status Event
0012345 01155 10:39:39 02/25 End PORT 1 LL
Type Text Description
System UNIT START Centum Series Power Up of Initialization Sequence
BRAM CLEAR Non-Volatile Memory has been Cleared
CFG ERROR Error Detected in Non-Volatile Memory
Alarm NI RED Network Interface is in Red Alarm
NI AIS Network Interface is Receiving all “Ones” (AIS)
NI YEL Network Interface is Receiving Yellow Alarm
NI CRC Network Interface is Experiencing CRC6 Errors
NI FSS Network Interface is in a Failed Signal State
NI FERR Network Interface is Experiencing Framing Errors
DSX-1 RED DSX-1 Interface is in Red Alarm
DSX-1 AIS DSX-1 Interface is Receiving all “Ones” (AIS)
DSX-1 YEL DSX-1 Interface is Receiving Yellow Alarm
DSX-1 CRC DSX-1 Interface is Experiencing CRC6 Errors
DSX-1 FERR DSX-1 Interface is Experiencing Framing Errors
Diagnostic DTE1 LL Serial Port #1 is in Local Digital Loopback
DTE2 LL Serial Port #2 is in Local Digital Loopback
DTE1 RL Serial Port #1 is in Remote Digital Loopback
DTE2 RL Serial Port #2 is in Remote Digital Loopback
NI LLB The Network Interface is in Local Line Loopback
NI RLB The Network Interface is in Remote Line Loopback
NI PLLB The Network Interface is in Payload Loopback
NI CSU LL The Network Interface is in Local CSU Loopback
Indications DTE 1 CONN Serial Port #1 is Connected (DTR/RTS Asserted)
DTE 1 DISC Serial Port #1 is Disconnected
DTE 2 CONN Serial Port #2 is Connected (DTR/RTS Asserted)
DTE 2 DISC Serial Port #2 is Disconnected
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Chapter
6 Auxiliary Ports
The Centum Series includes two RS-232 “auxiliary” ports. The CRT
port allows the user to connect an external terminal (or PC with terminal
emulation). The connected terminal can perform all the functions of the
UP, DOWN, SELECT, and END buttons on the front panel. Usage of this
terminal is highly recommended by Verilink as the CRT display is not
constrained by the limitations of the LCD panel and, as a result, the user
is presented with a more comprehensive indication of available choices
and Centum Series results.
The NMS/Printer port allows the user to connect an external serial
printer to obtain a hard copy of configuration, statistics, alarm and realtime events.
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Cabling
The table below provides a summary of the Verilink cables available for
the Centum series.
Table 6-1
Ver i link Cable
Number
CBE 010-00001 15 ft. 8-pin to 8-pin modular Male-to-Male for network
CBE 011-00001 15 ft. 8-pin to 8-pin modular Male-to-Male for equipment
CBE 010-00002 4 ft. 6-pin modula r to 25D-type Female for direct
458-502368-008 8 ft. 6-pin modular to 25D-type Male for modem connection Management
458-501983-015 15 ft. V.35 Male to Male, DCE to DTE A pplication
458-501792-015 15 ft. 25D-type with RS-530 specification. Male-to-Male Application
458-501776-015 15 ft. V.35 Male-to-Male for external timing
458-501791-015 15 ft. RS-530 Male-to-Male for external timing
458-502361-015 15 ft. 25D-type (RS-530) Male to 37-pin (RS-449) Female Application
458-502362-015 15 ft. 25D-type (RS-530) Male to 37-pin (RS-449) Male Application
458-502363-015 15 ft. 25D-type (RS-530) Male to 37-pin (RS-449) Female
458-502364-015 15 ft. 25D-type (RS-530) Male to 37-pin (RS-449) Male for
a. External Timing is the same as DSU-X, for a cross-over cable.
b. Adapter cables are used to convert between a 25-pin connector on the rear of the box to a 37-
pin connector on the customer apparatus.
Length
connection
connection
connection
Adapter Cables
for external timing
external timing
a
Description Type of Cable
Networ
T1 Equipment
Management
a
a
b
(below)
a
Application
Application
Application
Application
For additional cable and pinout detail, see the following sections of this
manual:
■ Appendix B, Standard Cabling for User Por ts
■ Appendix C, Special Serial Port Cabling.
Auxiliary ports
Both auxiliary ports consist of 6-pin modular jacks. Because the ports are
permanently DCE, there are two configurations for the required cabling,
depending on whether the connec t i ons are “direct” or via modems.
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NMS Access (Management Port) Cable. Six-position, 6-pin modular
male to 25-pin D-type male for direct connection of a terminal or a
printer. Four feet long. One cable supplied with unit.
458-502368-008Six-position, 6-pin modular male to 25-pin D-type
male for modem connection of a terminal or a printer. Eight feet long.
Available at extra cost.
The Verilink cables can be “stretched” by adding a 6-pin female/female
adapter and a straight-through 6-wire make/male modular cable (see
below). If the user chooses not to obtain Verilink cables, a male/male
modular cable should be used with a connector adapter (female modular
to D-25). See next page for adapter construction.
In any case, the 6-wire reference must be emphasized. A very common
modular cable is 6-position, 4-wire (such as used in the RJ-11
configuration for a home telephone). Although the plastic housing is
identical to the 6-wire version, ONLY FOUR WIRES ARE IN THE
CABLE AND IT WILL NOT FUNCTION WITH THE CENTUM
SERIES.
Connectors are “flipped” on a straight-through cable
Pins
NOTE
The device is shipped with the following cables:
Part Number
CBE 010-00001 Network Cable Network Cable Network Cable
CBE 011-00001 ----- DSX-1 Cable ----CBE 010-00002 Management Cable Management Cabl Management Cable
AS100
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AS150 AS200
Pins
Modular Adapters
If Verilink cables will not be used, the adapters shown below should be
used with straight-through male/male 6-wire modular cables. See
previous page for a description of the available Verilink cables.
Figure 6-1 6-Pin Modular Adapter Pin Assignment
Direct
Connection
Modem
Connection
Rear panel views
6-pin
Modular
Jack
(Female)
6-pin
Modular
Jack
(Female)
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
Signal Ground
Carrier Detect
Request to Send
Receive Data
Transmit Data
Power Ground
Signal Ground
Carrier Detect
Request to Send
Receive Data
Transmit Data
Power Ground
Signal Ground
Carrier Detect
Request to Send
Receive Data
Transmit Data
Power Ground
Signal Ground
Request to Send
Carrier Detect
Transmit Data
Receive Data
Power Ground
The three following figures show the rear panel views of the AS100,
AS150, and AS200, respectively. As an example, the AS150 rear panel is
labeled in detail.
Figure 6-2 Rear Panel of Access System 100 (V.35 version)
PORT #1
V.35
PRN AUX
N.I.
7
8
4
3
2
1
7
4
8
2
3
1
or Printer
DB-25 Pins
To/From Terminal
DB-25 Pins
To/From Modem
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Figure 6-3 Rear Panel of Access System 150 (V.35 version)
8-pin
Modular
Jack
N.I.
Power cord connection
M-series 34-pin Receptacle
PORT #1
-48 Configuration)
V.35 DTE
and NMS Access
Terminal Access
-48 Configuration)
V.35
6-pin
Modular Jacks
PRN AUX
Figure 6-4 Rear Panel of Access System 200 (V.35 version)
PORT #1
V.35
PORT #2
V.35
PRN AUX
N.I.
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Terminal Configuration
The AUX (Terminal Access) Port supports automatic speed detection
(AutoBaudRate or ABR). This should be noted before connecting a
terminal to the AUX Port for configuration or monitoring functions. The
AUX port will detect the following speeds: 1200, 2400, 4800, and
9600 bps.
The terminal should be configured for any of the above speeds, and full
duplex, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity (8,1,N) for the ABR function
to operate correctly. The terminal must present DTR (Data Terminal
Ready — Pin 4 of the RS-232C (DB-25) connector) to AS100 for proper
operation. Within those restrictions, all common terminal types are
supported.
To operate:
1. Connect the terminal to the AUX (Terminal Access) Port using the
cable supplied with the Centum Series unit.
2. Apply power to the unit and ensure that it performs its initialization
cycle successfully and displays the Main Menu on the front panel
LCD display. Turn on the terminal.
3. When the terminal has finished its initialization cycle and is fully
ARRIAGE RETURN
operational, depress the
<C
unit will respond with the following text:
==>
Verilink Corporation Access System 150 Series
Please Enter Your Password Now!
Depress [ENTER] key to register your password.
==>
> key once or twice. The
NOTE
At login and on each screen, the text will reflect the appropriate unit —
AS100, AS150, or AS2 00 — and its Unit ID number. The user has the
option to access the Unit ID number through the menu tree and change it.
The default password is
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ARRIAGE RETURN
<C
>.
4. The Centum Series unit will respond with the following text:
Verilink Corporation
Access System 150
Terminal Selection Menu
(A) A.D.D.S. Viewpoint (B) A.D.D.S Regent 25
(C) Data General DASHER (D) Datamedia 1521
(E) Datamedia EXCEL 30 (F) DEC VT-52
(G) DEC VT-100/131/220 (H) IBM 3101
(I) Datamedia EXCEL 42 (J) FREEDOM 100
(K) ICL 6401 (L) L.S.I. ADM 11, 31
(M) Qume QVT-102, 108 (N) Televideo 900 Ser.
(O) Wyse WY-50 (P) Paradyne 7811
(Q) Teletype 5410, 5425 (R) ATTIS 4410, 4425
==> Enter Terminal Selection..
Add 1 screen
The Centum Series port depends on RTS from a terminal (or CD from a
modem) to indicate a connected device. Every time that RTS (or CD) is
lowered and subsequently raised, Centum Series assumes the possibility
that a different terminal type is attached a nd therefore queries the attached
device with a generic Terminal Selection message (see above). If this
message does not appear on the screen, temporarily disconnect and
reconnect the cable.
After selecting a terminal type, the user is presented with a Main Menu on
the CRT screen and is allowed access to all configuration, test, and query
functions provided by Centum Series.
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Terminal Operation
Because the terminal functions are identical to the front panel functions
previously described in this manual (except for a more comprehensive
display), their descriptions are not repeated here. Instead, examples of
some possible screen displays are shown, beginning with the Main Menu
below. The user is advised to peruse the CRT menus while reviewing the
front panel descriptions. In all cases,
moves the cursor back,
acknowledges an alarm.
==>
**** ****
**** **** MAIN MENU
**** ****
**** **** System Configuration
**** **** Diagnostics & Indicators
***** **** Link Alarms and Statistics
**** **** ESF Registers
**** **** Event Log
******** System Utilities
******
Verilink Corporation Cursor Back = [BS]
Access System 150 T-1 D&I DSU/CSU Select Entry = [ENTER]
Software: VER 3053_51 Acknowledge Alarm = [ESC]
Mar 18, 1995 14:34:00 Hangup Modem = [Ctrl-E]
Unit ID........: 30000000
DNS Front Panel: ENABLED
System Status..: OK
SPACE advances the cursor, BS
ENTER or RETURN selects an entry, and ESC
Add 1 screen
Cursor Forward = [SPACE]
Deactivate Console = [X]
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Configuration Menus
From the terminal’s Main Menu, the user has selected System
Configuration and is presented with the next menu shown. From this
menu, the user can view and/or change all Centum Series configuration
parameters. Please refer to Chapter 3, Configuring and Installing the
Centum Series, before changing any parameter(s).
By selecting View DS0 Allocations, the user can view all DS0
assignments on a single screen. This is the same function as Checking the
“T -Channels”, on page 3-19.
Note that “Idle” refers to channels that have been configured as “Not
Used” in the Centum Series. In some cases, typically involving
Fractional T1, a portion of the DS0s assigned to the DSX-1 port will be
forced to “idle” by the PBX; these channels will be displayed as “DSX-1”
channels by the Centum Series. The user is advised to mark the
W orksheet in such a way that PBX idle can be differentiated from Centum
Series idle.
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Access System 150 T-1 Drop-and-Insert CSU/DSU 20:26:00
Unit ID: 30000000
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
Network (NI) DSX-1 Serial Port Configuration
Configuration Configuration Port #1
Framing...: ESF Framing...: N/U Speed....: 1536k (24 DS0)
Line Code.: B8ZS Line Code.: AMI First DS0: 01
LBO.......: 0 db Distance..: 100ft DS0 Order: Consec. DS0s
Density...: Clear DCD......: Off
NTWK Loops: Yes Data.....: Norm
Yellow Alm: Yes Clock....: Norm
ESF Format: T1.403 Timing...: Internal
CRT Alarm.: On Rem Loop.: Enabled
System Clock
Source....: Port 1
Quit Configuration = [Q]
View DS0 Allocations = [V] Save New Configuration = [S] or [X]
Cursor Forward = [SPACE] Next/Previous Entry = [ENTER]/[B]
Cursor Back = [BACKSPACE] Return to Previous Menu = [X]
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Unit ID: 30000000
Add 1 screen
Add 1 screen
T-Channel (DS0) Allocation
DS0 # Mode DS0 # Mode
01: Port 1 13: Idle
02: Port 1 14: Idle
03: Port 1 15: Idle
04: Port 1 16: Idle
05: Port 1 17: Idle
06: Port 1 18: Idle
07: Port 1 19: Idle
08: Port 1 20: Idle
09: Port 1 21: Idle
10: Port 1 22: Idle
11: Port 1 23: Idle
12: Port 1 24: Idle
Return to System configuration Menu + [X]
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Serial Port Diagnostics
The user has selected Diagnostics and Indicators from the terminal’s
Main Menu and is presented with the menu depicted below.
This menu provides the functions described in Chapter 4, Testing the
Centum Series, page 4-10 and page 4-12.
Also, see the description, Alarms and Statistics, on page 5-1.
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Unit ID: 30000000
System Diagnostics & Indicators
Serial Port #1
Diagnostics Indicators
Local Loop.: Off Rx Data.: Off
Remote Loop: Off Tx Data.: Off
BERT.......: Off RTS.....: Off
DCD.....: Off
Local ES...: 00000 DTR.....: Off
Remote ES..: 00000 Loop Ind: Off
Sec in Test: 65535
Add 1 screen
Cursor Forward = [SPACE] Select Entry = [ENTER]
Cursor Back = [BACKSPACE] Return to Previous Menu = [X]
TIP
If the device has two serial ports, a second set of Serial Port columns will
be shown on the right half of the screen.
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Link Alarms and Statistics
The user has selected Link Alarms and Statistics from the terminal’s
Main Menu and is presented with the menu depicted below. This menu
provides access to Network and DSX-1 Alarms and Network diagnostics
(see Chapter 4, page 4-2 through page 4-6). Also see Chapter 5, Alarms
and Statistics, on page 5-1.
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Unit ID: 30000000
System Alarms and Statistics
Network Interface (NI) Network Interface (NI) DSX-1 Interface
Alarms Diagnostics Alarms
State ErrSec State ErrSec
AIS No 00000 CSU Loop..: Off AIS No 00000
Red No 00001 NI LLB....: Off Red No 00000
Yel No 00000 NI RLB....: Off Yel No 00000
Ferr No 00001 PAYLD Loop: Off Ferr No 00000
CRC6 No 00001 DSX-1 Loop: Off CRC6 No 00000
BPV No 00000
LOS No 00001 Loop Ind...: Off
BER Pattern: 1 of 8
BERT.......: Off >> [E] to Insert BER Errors
Err Secs...: 00000
Sec/Test...: 00000
Add 1 screen
Reset Counters = [R]
Cursor Forward = [SPACE] Select Entry = [ENTER]
Cursor Back = [BACKSPACE] Return to Previous Menu = [X]
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ESF Registers
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Unit ID: 30000000
ESF Registers
ESF Statistics
Register Current 24 Hour
Errored Seconds.........: 000 00001
Failed Seconds (UAS)....: 000 00000
Severely Errored Seconds: 000 00001
Bursty Errored Seconds..: 000 00000
Loss of Frame Count.....: 000 00000
Time in Interval........: 150
# Valid Intervals.......: 093
ESF Status..............: 00000000
Display ESF Network Registers = [R]
Return to Previous Menu = [X]
From the terminal’ s Main Menu, the user has selected ESF Registers and
is presented with the following menu.
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The user can then proceed to this next menu for detailed information.
These menus prov ide the functio ns d escr ibed in Alarms and Statistics, on
page 5-1.
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Unit ID: 30000000
ESF Registers
INT ES FS SES BES INT ES FS SES BES INT ES FS SES BES
01. 001 000 001 000 17. 000 000 000 000 33. 000 000 000 000
02. 001 000 001 000 18. 000 000 000 000 34. 000 000 000 000
03. 001 000 001 000 19. 000 000 000 000 35. 000 000 000 000
04. 001 000 001 000 20. 000 000 000 000 36. 000 000 000 000
05. 001 000 001 000 21. 000 000 000 000 37. 000 000 000 000
06. 001 000 001 000 22. 000 000 000 000 38. 000 000 000 000
07. 001 000 001 000 23. 000 000 000 000 39. 000 000 000 000
08. 001 000 001 000 24. 000 000 000 000 40. 000 000 000 000
09. 001 000 001 000 25. 000 000 000 000 41. 000 000 000 000
10. 001 000 001 000 26. 000 000 000 000 42. 000 000 000 000
11. 001 000 001 000 27. 000 000 000 000 43. 000 000 000 000
12. 001 000 001 000 28. 000 000 000 000 44. 000 000 000 000
13. 001 000 001 000 29. 000 000 000 000 45. 000 000 000 000
14. 001 000 001 000 30. 000 000 000 000 46. 000 000 000 000
15. 001 000 001 000 31. 000 000 000 000 47. 000 000 000 000
16. 001 000 001 000 32. 000 000 000 000 48. 000 000 000 000
Continue = [ENTER] Return to Previous Menu = [X]
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Event Log
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Unit ID: 30000000 EVENT LOG
Unit ID Seq Num Time Date Status Event
30000000 00001 21:15:20 11/08 Start UNIT START
30000000 00002 21:15:21 11/08 Start NI RED
30000000 00003 21:15:21 11/08 Start NI LOS
30000000 00004 21:15:22 11/08 End NI RED
30000000 00005 21:15:22 11/08 End NI LOS
From the terminal’s Main Menu, the user has selected Event Log and is
presented with the sixteen most recent events stored in the Centum Series
unit (see below and Events, on page 5-6).
Add 1 screen
Clear Event Log = [C] Reset Sequence Number = [R]
Freeze Display = [F] Return to Previous Menu = [X]
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Utilities
From the terminal’s Main Menu, the user has selected System Utilities
and is presented with the screen depicted below. See Utilities, on page
5-5, Terminal Configuration, on page 6-6, and Printer Configuration, on
page 6-17.
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Unit ID: 30000000
System Utilities
Set System Time
Set System Date
Enter Unit Identification Number
Clear System Configuration
Configure Console and Printer Ports
Enter AutoDial Parameters
Enter Password
Disable
Add 1 screen
Cursor Forward = [SPACE] Select Entry = [ENTER]
Cursor Back = [BACKSPACE] Return to Previous Menu = [X]
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Printer Configuration
To configure the SERIAL1 Printer port, use the Centum Series control
panel to enter (
to locate NMS/Prt Port and the
DOWN
SELECT) the Utilities menu. Use the UP/DOWN arrows
SELECT again. If necessary, use the UP/
arrows to locate Mode.
Repeatedly
SELECT until the mode indicates Printer. Note that the
NMS function is not operational in this Centum Series revision.
Use the
the desired printer data rate. Finally,
UP or DOWN arrow to display Speed and then SE LECT to choose
END twice to return to the Main
Menu.
The printer should be configured for the same data rate as the Centum
Series printer port and 8-N-1 character coding. All data is output with
both a CR and an LF at the end of each line. Printer “word wrap” is
unnecessary and the printer should not add an LF to each received CR.
1. This is a non-standard printer port. Most printers are parallel, not serial.
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Printer Port Flow Control
The Centum Series port supports simultaneous hardware and software
flow control signaling from the attached device. The hardware control is
RTS if con nected directly to a printer or CD if connected via a modem.
The software control is XOFF/XON. The XOFF is DC-3
(Cntl-S); however, any character arriving at the port is treated as an XO
(to protect against a damaged DC-1).
Hardware control has priority: If RTS (or CD) is low, transmission to the
device will be suspended and the data will be buffered in Centum Series.
Receipt of software flow control characters wh ile RTS (or CD) is low will
have no effect on the port. Transmission will be resumed when RTS (or
CD) goes high.
If the port recei ves an XOFF while RTS (or CD) is high, transmission will
be suspended and the data will be buffered. Transmission will be
resumed if any subsequent character (including another XOFF) is
received or
mechanism protects against a “lost” XON.
if RTS (or CD) is lowered and subsequently raised. This
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Printer Operation
Events are automatically sent (real-time) to the printer. See Event
Printing, on page 5-7. Other print functions are available from both the
front panel and the external terminal.
From the Main Menu,
arrow buttons to display Print Config. Then
printout.
From the Main Menu,
buttons to display either Print Alarms or Print ESF Stats. Then,
SELECT to initiate a printout.
Terminal control provides a much more comprehensive printing
capability with CRT formatting: entering a P on the appropriate screen
will cause a printout of Conf iguration, DS0 Assignments, Link
Statistics, Alarms, ESF Register Summar , and Complete ESF
Register Contents.
SELECT the Configuration menu and use the
SELECT to initiate a
SELECT the Alarms/Stats menu and u se the arro w
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Link Alarms and Statistics
The user has selected Link Alarms and Statistics from the terminal’s
Main Menu and is presented with the menu depicted below. This menu
provides access to Network Alarms and Network Diagnostics (see
Chapter 4, Testing the Centum Series).
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Appendix
A SNMP Managemen
This appendix describes the management of Centum Series units
equipped with the Verilink embedded SNMP agent.
Connecting the Centum Series
This section describes two options for connecting the Centum Series units
for use with SNMP management.
Option #1
The Centum Series co mes equipped w ith two RS- 232 asynchr onous ports
intended for the purpose of device management. The AUX connector is
intended for use with a VT-100 style ASCII terminal and supports menus
for the user to edit the device configuration and diagnostic options. The
NMS/PRT connector is intended to be used as a printer port (non-SNMP
version or the NMS port (SNMP version).
The Centum Series unit connects to an SNMP network management
station such as HP Open Vi e or Sun’ s NetManager by either LAN or
modem. Either method must support UDP/IP/SLIP over RS-232. The
most straightforward method would be to connect the Centum Series
NMS port to an intelli gent p o rt on ei t her a r outer, hub, or termi nal serv er.
The intelligent port must be configured to run SLIP protocol. The port
speed must be set as well as the IP address for the port and the port’s
remote device (in this case, the Centum Series unit).
The NMS Port on the DNS must be co n figured from either the termina l or
front panel display. The port must first be configured for SNMP NMS,
and then the baud rate for the port must be configured. The final option is
for the user to configure the internet address that the Centum Series unit
will respond to once connected to the LAN (via terminal server) or
modem. Reference the diagram for the proper connection.
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In Figur eA-1, the terminal server is permitting Ac cessSy stem100 to
access the LAN for SNMP management purposes. If multiple Centum
Series units are co-located, they all may access the LAN t hrough the same
server (using a multi-port server).
Figure A-1 SNMP Manager access with a terminal server
AS100
V.35/RS-422 WAN Port
SERIAL PORT
#1
PRN
NMS
/
.
N.I
AUX
SNMP
Network Manager
LAN
T-1 WA N
Router
6-wire/8-wire ‘Barrel’ Converter
CBE 010 00002
DTE Cable
Async (VT100) Terminal
Terminal Server/Hub (Intelligent Port)
(OPTIONAL)
In Figur eA-2, an RS-232 (SLIP) port on the router is permitting Centum
Series to access the LAN for SNMP management purposes.
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Figure A-2 SNMP Manager access with a router
SNMP
Network Manager
Option #2
LAN
AS100
V.35/RS-422 WAN Port
SERIAL PORT
#1
PRN
NMS
/
.
N.I
AUX
T-1 WA N
RS-232 (SLIP)
Router
Router Port
CBE 010 00002
DTE Cable
Async (VT100) Terminal
(OPTIONAL)
Another method allows the SNMP Manager to access the Centum Series
without the terminal server. This is by way of a direct or dial-up
connection over an RS-232 port on the SNMP management station. The
SNMP Network Management System must support UDP/IP/SLIP over
the asynchronous serial link. This connection is diagrammed in
Figur eA-3.
Figure A-3 SNMP Manager access via direct or dial-up connection
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SNMP
Network Manager
LAN
V.35/RS-422 WAN Port
Router
458-501764-008
DCE Cable
SERIAL PORT
#1
PRN
NMS
AS100
/
.
N.I
AUX
T-1 WA N
Modem
Switched Public
Network
Modem
CBE 010 00002
DTE Cable
Async (VT100) Terminal
(OPTIONAL)
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Compiling the Centum Series MIB
After the Centum Series unit has been connected to the SNMP
management station by one of the methods mentioned in the previous
section, the unit may be “pinged” to ensure connectivity. After this test
has been passed, you are ready to manage the Centum Series unit.
The Centum Series SNMP agent comes equipped with MIB-II and the
RFC-1232 DS1 MIB. These may be managed without any MIB
compilation. However, to manage the device fully, you must install the
Verilink Centum Series MIB, which is supplied on a DOS diskette (3.5”
high-density micro floppy).
The Verilink Centum Series MIB must be compiled once it has been
copied to the management station’s hard disk medium in order to add the
Centum Series objects to the management information base. This task
will be different depending on which manageme nt softw are you are using
and requires a MIB browse function to be present on the manager. If this
is not the case, then you must design an NMS application for Centum
Series on your management platform.
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