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Viavi T-BERD 4000 Base Unit User Manual

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  • Page 1 4000 Base Unit Portable, modular Platform designed for the construction, validation and maintenance of FTTx networks User Manual...
  • Page 3 4000 Base Unit Portable, modular Platform designed for the construction, validation and maintenance of FTTx networks User Manual Viavi Solutions 1-844-GO-VIAVI www.viavisolutions.com...
  • Page 5 In the European Union, all equipment and batteries purchased from Viavi after 2005-08-13 can be returned for disposal at the end of its useful life. Viavi will ensure that all waste equipment and batteries returned are reused,...
  • Page 6 It is the responsibility of the equipment owner to return equipment and batteries to Viavi for appropriate disposal. If the equipment or battery was imported by a reseller whose name or logo is marked on the equipment or battery, then the owner should return the equipment or battery directly to the reseller.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About This Guide Purpose and scope ......xvi Assumptions ........xvi Technical assistance .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Chapter 2 Starting up Unpacking the instrument ..... 10 Assembling the component parts of the 4000 Platform . .10 Fitting and removing a module .
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Transfer of the interface of the 4000 Platform on to a PC Accessing the internal memory or the USB memory stick of the 4000 Platform via a PC ....38 Creating a shortcut toward the 4000 Platform internal memory Connectors .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Media utilities ....... . 61 Formating a USB memory stick ....61 Removing the USB memory stick .
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Disconnection ....... . 76 Chapter 6 Applications Navigation and text edition in the Application pages .
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Sending an e-mail ......109 Exiting from the eMail application ....111 Wireshark Application .
  • Page 13 Table of Contents About the wbe browser ......143 Accessing the web browser ....143 Navigating the browser .
  • Page 14 Table of Contents Adding a new profile ......160 About page ....... . . 161 Launching a test of the connector and fiber end-face .
  • Page 15 Downloading from Internet ..... 200 Installation from Viavi Server ..... 201 Installation from another server .
  • Page 16 Table of Contents Hardware Warranty ......208 Warranty disclaimer ......209 Chapter 14 Technical specifications Display .
  • Page 17 Table of Contents References of manuals ......222 References of result processing software ... .223 Index User Manual 77000000206 Rev.
  • Page 18 Table of Contents User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 19: About This Guide

    About This Guide The 4000 Base-Unit of Viavi provides a portable, modular platform designed for the construction, validation and maintenance of FTTx networks. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Purpose and scope” on page xvi –...

  • Page 20: Purpose And Scope

    4000 Base-Unit effectively and efficiently. We are assuming that you have basic computer and mouse/track ball experience and are familiar with basic telecommunication concepts and terminology. Technical assistance If you require technical assistance, call 1-844-GO-VIAVI. For the latest TAC information, go to http://www.viavisolutions.com/en/services-and- support/support/technical-assistance.

  • Page 21: Conventions

    About This Guide Conventions Conventions This guide uses naming conventions and symbols, as described in the following tables. Table 1 Typographical conventions Description Example User interface actions appear in On the Status bar, click Start. this typeface. Buttons or switches that you Press the switch press on a unit appear in this...
  • Page 22 About This Guide Conventions Table 2 Keyboard and menu conventions Description Example A slanted bracket indicates On the menu bar, click choosing a submenu from Start > Program Files. menu. Table 3 Symbol conventions This symbol represents a general hazard. This symbol represents a risk of electrical shock.

  • Page 23: Introducing The 4000 Base Unit

    Introducing the 4000 Base Chapter 1 Unit The Viavi 4000 Base Unit is a portable, modular platform designed for the construction, commissioning and maintenance of FTTx networks. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Terminology used in this manual” on page 2 –...

  • Page 24: Terminology Used In This Manual

    Chapter 1 Introducing the 4000 Base Unit Terminology used in this manual Terminology used in this manual To designate the modules making up the 4000 Base Unit, the following conventions have been adopted: User Interface Module designates the module comprising the screen and controls.

  • Page 25: Laser Classes

    The 4000 Base Unit is supplied with a Lithium Ion rechargeable battery. Do not use any mains adaptor or battery other than those supplied with the instrument, or supplied by Viavi as an option for this instru- ment. Batteries supplied by Viavi incorporate protection means.

  • Page 26: Architecture

    Chapter 1 Introducing the 4000 Base Unit Architecture If another adapter or battery is used, it may damage the 4000 Base Unit itself. Using the 4000 Base Unit with batteries other than those supplied by the manufacturer of the 4000 Base Unit may entail risks of fire or explosion.

  • Page 27: User Interface

    Chapter 1 Introducing the 4000 Base Unit User interface Modules are easily interchangeable in the field, reducing the number of instruments to be carried. Base Unit with 1 Base Unit only small module Base Unit with 2 Base Unit with small modules 1 big module Fig.

  • Page 28: Technology

    Chapter 1 Introducing the 4000 Base Unit Technology – a 7 inch TFT color screen, high visibility (optimized for outdoor use), which can be touchscreen on option – hard keys or tactile keys (if the touchscreen option is available) – numerous functions such as Fault Locator VFL (Visual Fault Loca- tion), power meter, optical microscope, bluetooth etc.

  • Page 29: Measurements

    Chapter 1 Introducing the 4000 Base Unit Measurements Measurements The 4000 Base Unit can be used to test FTTx networks: – during the phase of design and production of equipment – during the phase of installation and validation of such equipment in a network –...
  • Page 30 Chapter 1 Introducing the 4000 Base Unit Measurements User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 31: Starting Up

    Starting up Chapter 2 This chapter explains the operations to be carried out before using the 4000 Platform. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Unpacking the instrument” on page 10 – “Assembling the component parts of the 4000 Platform” on page 10 –...

  • Page 32: Unpacking The Instrument

    Remove the 4000 Platform and its accessories from the packing case. Check that the modules and accessories ordered are all there. If any part is missing or damaged please contact your local Viavi agent. The 4000 Platform is delivered with the following accessories: –...

  • Page 33: Installing The Backplate

    Chapter 2 Starting up Assembling the component parts of the 4000 Platform – Make flush the 2 connections (2a & 2b), on module and base. – Once positioned, fix the module to the base screwing the 2 screws fixing the receptacle. –...

  • Page 34: Choosing The Position Of The Instrument On The Work Surface

    Chapter 2 Starting up Choosing the position of the instrument on the work surface Installing the backplate Turn the Platform face down, on the work surface. Set the two notches (1a) of the backplate into the two holes of the base-unit (1b) Once positioned, fix the backplate to the base, screwing the five screws fixing the backplate.

  • Page 35: Setting The 4000 Platform Into The Glove

    Chapter 2 Starting up Choosing the position of the instrument on the work surface Stand Fig. 5 Stay in positions for seated user and standing user The stand can be used only when one big module or two smalls is / are set under the base. Setting the 4000 The glove for the 4000 Platform is furnished on option with the instru- ment.

  • Page 36: Battery Management

    Chapter 2 Starting up Battery management Fig. 6 Plaform View in the glove Battery management The battery supplied with the 4000 Platform must be fully charged before use. A Lithium Ion type battery, 6 cells or 9 cells, is installed in the battery compartment.
  • Page 37 Chapter 2 Starting up Battery management Charging If the instrument is fitted with a battery, on connection to the mains: – if the user does not press , the battery will start the charge. In this case, the Charge indicator will be lit in red. –...
  • Page 38 Chapter 2 Starting up Battery management The follonwng specifications are given for a MTS 4000 with one LiIon Battery, at 25°C, at full battery capacity (6.6 A.h), with one RLM OTDR module and without any options: Endurance 6 cells battery 9 cells battery Conditions of use (7400 mV)

  • Page 39: Access To The Battery

    Chapter 2 Starting up Battery management In the table below is a summary of the battery icon according to the charge level: Table 1 Color of the battery Icon according to charge level Icon Charge level From 100% to 70% From 70% to 40% From 40% to 10% From 10% to 0%...

  • Page 40: Safety Recommendations

    On indicator pass from blinking to solid green. Platform The Viavi logo appears on the screen briefly, then an autotest is carried out, the software is installed (this just takes a few seconds), then the screen goes dark for about three seconds.

  • Page 41: Switching Off The 4000 Platform

    (if this is not done, and the instrument is equipped with a battery, it will switch over to charging of the battery). The Viavi logo shows briefly and is followed by an autotest, the soft- ware is installed (this just takes a few seconds), then the screen goes dark for about three seconds.

  • Page 42: Presentation Page Of The 4000 Platform

    Chapter 2 Starting up Presentation page of the 4000 Platform Reset If the 4000 Platform freezes, prolonged pressure (about 4 s.) on the key will reset the instrument. Presentation page of the 4000 Platform The presentation page of the instrument is called up by pressing the button, followed by Help.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Software Options key allows to reach a screen in which the soft- ware options can be visualized (ask your local agent Viavi to get informa- tion about softwares options avaialble). Services Data key allows to display information about the services available: CPU, memory, hardware revision, screen reference, pack- ages...
  • Page 44 Chapter 2 Starting up Troubleshooting User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 45: Controls Of The 4000 Platform

    Controls of the 4000 Platform Chapter 3 This chapter describes the controls of the 4000 Platform. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Control interface” on page 24 – “Using an external keyboard, mouse and touchscreen (options)” on page 29 –...

  • Page 46: Control Interface

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Control interface Control interface The Interface module of the 4000 Platform embodies the controls and display needed for measurement analysis: – the display screen, with the associated menu keys on the right. – button and the operating &...

  • Page 47: Tft Display Screen

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Control interface TFT display The 4000 Platform has a large, 7 inch TFT color screen, with a resolution screen of 800 x 480, back-lit: – either a high visibility TFT screen, for hight visibility outdoors and indoors.

  • Page 48: Control Buttons

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Control interface – current date and time. at the right side, rigid function keys (or tactile on option). Control buttons The buttons below the screen provide the following functions: Main on/off switch This button gives access to: –...

  • Page 49: Numeric Keypad On The 4000 Platform

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Control interface This button calls up the file and directory management menu. It allows to: – to choose the storage medium: internal memory, USB memory key, extended internal memory; file name and format; information relating to the data stored in the file.

  • Page 50: Indicators

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Control interface The numeric keypad on the Platform works like the numeric keypad displayed on the screen: push on a number to display it. The numeric keypad of the Platform can also be used when the edition keypad is displayed on the Platform screen.

  • Page 51: Direction Keys

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Using an external keyboard, mouse and touchscreen (options) Direction keys The direction keys have two principal functions: – on the Results page, they are used to move the cursors or modify the zoom factor. –...

  • Page 52: Form

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Using an external keyboard, mouse and touchscreen (options) Equivalence Although it is intended primarily to replace the Edit menu of the 4000 between Platform, the external keyboard can replace all the buttons and keys of the 4000 Platform except the button external...

  • Page 53: Editing

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Editing Editing In the set-up menus, it is sometimes necessary to enter alphanumerical information for names of files or results or for comments. To call up the Edit menu, select the name to be modified, then press the key.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Editing – 2abc... key allows to use the numeric keypad to enter numbers and letters. The 123... key allows to enter exclusively numerical values using the numeric keypad. – Using the keyboard, with the cursor positioned on the name: –...

  • Page 55: Numeric Keypad

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Editing To delete characters in a text: Without Touch Screen Using Touch Screen - Go into Replace mode and move - Go into Replace mode and posi- the cursor on to the character to be tion the cursor on to the character deleted.
  • Page 56 Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Editing Fig. 13 Example of Numeric Keypad The keys are displayed when the parameter has a minimum and maximum value (for example, for the screen lighting level, pressing the key will display the value -5 and pressing the will display the value +5).

  • Page 57: Accessing The 4000 Platform From A Pc

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Accessing the 4000 Platform from a PC Accessing the 4000 Platform from a PC The 4000 Platform can be connected to a PC in order to: – remote the screen of the 4000 Platform on to the PC and issue commands from the keyboard of the PC –...

  • Page 58: Connection Via A Local Network

    Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Accessing the 4000 Platform from a PC Fig. 14 Internet Protocol Click on Ok and close all the dialog boxes opened onto the PC. On the 4000 Base Unit, in the System Setup page, under I/O inter- face >...
  • Page 59 Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Accessing the 4000 Platform from a PC on his recommendation, use Dynamic attribution mode (DHCP). In this case, the address of the 4000 Platform (10.10.50.204 in the example) is displayed but cannot be altered. Wait for about ten seconds while the connection is established.

  • Page 60: Accessing The Internal Memory Or The Usb Memory Stick Of The 4000 Platform Via A Pc

    If you use Internet Explorer 7, the following adress must be entered: ftp://mts4000:viavi@10.10.50.204/acterna/user/disk or ftp://mts4000:viavi@10.10.50.204/acterna/user/ extmem or ftp://mts4000:viavi@10.10.50.204/acterna/ user/usbflash The PC then displays the contents of the internal memory, of the internal extended memory or of the USB memory stick of the 4000 Platform.
  • Page 61 , then on Next In the following dialog box, type the following address (10.10.50.204, being the IP address of the 4000 Platform defined during connection): ftp://mts4000:viavi@10.10.50.204/disk (access to internal disk of the 4000 Platform) Fig. 17 Entering the ftp address NOTE...
  • Page 62 Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Accessing the 4000 Platform from a PC Fig. 18 Name of the Network Place Click on Next The PC is searching for the connection The last dialog box inform you the network place has been success- fully created, and will be open once you click on Finish.

  • Page 63: Connectors

    FAT. For all these reasons, we advise users to use memory sticks provided by Viavi. In any case, USB memory sticks which are recognized by the 4000 Platform (a sound is generated when plugged on the 4000 Platform) but which cannot be read or written, should be formatted on the 4000 Platform with the Usbflash Format utility, in Expert tools >...
  • Page 64 Chapter 3 Controls of the 4000 Platform Connectors AC/DC mains RJ 45 Headset Options Power Meter VFL output Internal memory extension (option; not available by user) Fig. 21 Example of upper panel User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 65: System Set-Up

    System set-up Chapter 4 This chapter describes the operations for configuring the instrument (choosing the module or function to be used) and the system (date, language, input/output, etc.). The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Principle of the set-up menus” on page 44 –...

  • Page 66: Principle Of The Set-Up Menus

    Chapter 4 System set-up Principle of the set-up menus The procedures described below usually use the direction keys. When the instrument is equipped with a mouse or/and a touch screen: - the user must adapt the text to the option used; which means that for touch screen and mouse, the user must directly click on the desired field.

  • Page 67: Validating Several Simultaneous Functions

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the instrument Module Reference Fig. 22 Example of instrument configuration To validate a function: – Move on to the icon representing the function to be validated using the direction keys (or the mouse or external keyboard if the corre- sponding option is present).

  • Page 68: Help

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the instrument – If the functions are not elements of the same application (for example, to change over from the OTDR function to the VFL func- tion), return to the instrument configuration screen shown here and place the focus on the VFL function.

  • Page 69: Configuring The Unit

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit In ths About page, you can also click on Services Data key, which allow to display information about the elements inside the Platform (CPU, Memory, hardware revision, screen reference...). Fig. 24 Services Data page Patents page allows to display the number of the patents according to the configuration of the 4000 Platform of client.

  • Page 70: Factory Default Configuration

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit – the parameters specific to the 4000 Platform (screen lighting level, automatic shutdown). – the parameters specific to the country of use: language, date, time, display format of date and time. – parameters of input/output. –...

  • Page 71: Screen

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit – File Export: None – Bluetooth: Disable – Use proxy: No NOTE The Bluetooth selection appears only if the option is installed on your unit. It requires factory-installed hardware. Country – Language: English –...
  • Page 72 Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit Contrast – Indoor: to be selected when the instrument is used inside (see Figure 26on page – Outdoor: to be selected in order to optimize the readability of the screen for an outside use. Fig.

  • Page 73: Country

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit Phone number A phone number or other comment may also be added in order to provide more information : number to call in case of emergency, user telephone number... Country Choosing language (Language) Select one of the languages offered, using the direction keys →...
  • Page 74 Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit NOTE When the equipment is in the Remote screen mode, the icon displayed at the bottom of the screen. Ethernet Parameters of the local Ethernet network to which the 4000 Platform is connected: Mode - Config 1 to 4 static mode enabling input of the configuration of 4 sites.
  • Page 75 Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit File Export In the I/O Interfaces menu, select File Export to configure the system in order to send traces and results by e-mail. Parameters to configure the mail feature. Send Mail Choose Ethernet if you wish to use the sending mail function.

  • Page 76: Audio

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit Use proxy: – If Manual has been selected, enter the Proxy Address. – If Auto has been selected, enter the Pac Address. Audio Channel Select the Hands-free function or the Headset – If the Hands-free function has been selected, adjust the volume in the line Hands-free Volume.

  • Page 77: Printer

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit Select Server Name and enter the name of the server in which the updating files are set. Home selection Multiple / Single This configuration menu allows to choose if, on the Home page, only one function can be deselected (Single) or several functions can be selected at the same time (Multiple).

  • Page 78: Files (Formatted)

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit Files (Formatted) Choosing in the Printer menu, the option Files (Formatted), you can print the open file of the 4000 Platform in the JPG, PNG or PDF format, exactly as if the file was printed on paper. Therefore, if the file (trace or other) is too large for one A4 page, several JPG, PNG or PDF files will be created.

  • Page 79: Files (Screen)

    Chapter 4 System set-up Configuring the unit Press the key to find the JPG file in the Explorer NOTE The file will be saved in the current directory, the last directory used. The name of the JPG/PNG/PDF file will be: name of the stored trace_date (year/month/day)_time (hour/minute/second).jpg/png/ Printing another file to the JPG/PNG/PDF format Select the...

  • Page 80: Applications

    Chapter 4 System set-up Applications Select the Files (Screen) function. Select the File Format: JPG / PNG / PNG on the second line. Open the trace or file to be printed. Make the necessary modifications Launch printing by pushing simultaneously the left and right direc- tion keys.

  • Page 81: Install Option

    Chapter 4 System set-up Expert Tools Install Option This page allows to import the licence to get a software option. Licence Code Fig. 28 Example of a License file (.lic) To import the license, you can either enter manually the licence code, given in the license file, (.lic file) or import this file with a USB memory stick connected to the 4000 Platform.

  • Page 82: Import The License From The Usb Memory Stick

    Chapter 4 System set-up Expert Tools Fig. 29 Enter the Licence code The license file can be opened via a word processing software such as Word... The challenge code must be entered exactly as it is in the .lic file, paying attention to the lower-case and upper-case letters etc.

  • Page 83: Media Utilities

    FAT. For all these reasons, we advise users to use memory sticks provided by Viavi. In any case, USB memory sticks which are recognized by the 4000 Platform (a beep is generated when plugged on the 4000 Platform) but which cannot be read or written, should be formatted on the 4000 Platform with the Usbflash Format utility in Expert tools >...

  • Page 84: Removing The Usb Memory Stick

    Chapter 4 System set-up Expert Tools Removing the USB Once a USB memory stick is inserted in one of the USB port of the 4000 Platform: it can be removed via the Media Utilities menu. memory stick Click on Expert Tools > Media Utilities Push the Eject USB key,...
  • Page 85 Chapter 4 System set-up Expert Tools Fig. 31 Password Click on Enter The 4000 Platform locking screen is displayed. Fig. 32 Locking screen Click on the Notepad Message key to add a message using the text edition (see "Example of Edit menu" page 31).
  • Page 86 Chapter 4 System set-up Expert Tools User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 87: Power Meter, Vfl (Visual Fault Locator) And Talkset

    Power meter, VFL (Visual Chapter 5 Fault Locator) and Talkset A variety of options are available when ordering. Option 40PM consists of a power meter; the option 40HPPM consists of a High Power power meter with universal 2.5 MM UPP adapter; the option 40VFL consist of a VFL with a connector 2.5MM and the option 40PMVFL consists of an optical power meter and a VFL, with 2.5 mm UPP connectors.

  • Page 88: Ments

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Principle of optical power and attenuation measurements Principle of optical power and attenuation measurements Power A power meter, is all that is needed to measure emitted or received power: measurements –...

  • Page 89: Connection To The Power Meter

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Connection to the power meter It is preferable to use the same type of connector at both ends of the fiber being tested, to ensure the same connection conditions for measuring P1 and P2.

  • Page 90: Configuring The Measurement Parameters Of The Power

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Configuring the Power meter Configuring the The measurement parameters can be accessed with the key. ETUP measurement parameters of the power meter Fig. 34 Configuration of power measurement Wavelength Selecting wavelength: - Auto: the wavelength of the input signal will be automatically detected and selected to perform the measurement:...

  • Page 91: Configuring The Alarm Parameters Of The Power Meter

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Display of results and commands wavelength, then press > to access choice of value, then confirm this value by pressing NTER NOTE To copy a Reference Level or a Attenuator Compensator on all wave- lengths, select the reference wavelength and click on Update for All Wavel..

  • Page 92: Table Of Results

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Display of results and commands Table of results For one and the same fiber, the power meter displays a table of 9 results corresponding to the different possible wavelengths. The first 4 results are displayed on the screen;...

  • Page 93: Making A Measurement

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Making a measurement Unit Allows to modify the unit of power displayed (dB, dBm, nW) Zero Adjustment of the Zero value when the power meter’s optical input is closed with a plug (a validation is required).

  • Page 94: Optical Link Loss

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Making a measurement Optical link loss Setting the zero value of the power meter It is important to set the zero of the power meter before making any measurements where accuracy is required, as the noise from the ger- manium photodiode fluctuates over time and with variations in tem- perature.

  • Page 95: Vfl Function

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset VFL Function VFL Function VFL connector The type of optical connector used for the VFL source is UPP (Universal Push Pull), which is compatible with all diameter 2.5 mm connectors (FC, SC, ST, DIN, E2000, etc.) Figure 33 on page 67 to visualize the VFL connector.

  • Page 96: Loading Results

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Talkset Function – The first file is to be used with the 4000 Platform and allows to retrieve all measurement results. It is saved with the extension «.Lts». – The second file is a ASCII file using tabulations to separate values. It is saved with the extension «.txt»...

  • Page 97: Establishing Communication

    In addition to the FC adapter, a SC and a LC adapter are also deliv- ered with the Talkset option. Viavi recommends you to use the following connections: - PC Fiber Connection (APC is not recommended) - SC or FC connection (UPP is supplied but not recommended).

  • Page 98: Adjusting Volume Level

    Chapter 5 Power meter, VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and Talkset Talkset Function If the remote instrument is not ready to receive, the Talkset icon does not change color and a message is emitted. NOTE The talkset icon is displayed on the top banner as long as communi- cation remains established, letting the user know that the connection is working.

  • Page 99: Applications

    (GPL, LGPL, BSB or other). Their purpose is to bring more functionality to the 4000 Plat- form. Viavi doesn’t provide any warranty or support regarding these free software. To access desktop applications, press the button , and the soft key App’s.

  • Page 100: Navigation And Text Edition In The Application

    Chapter 6 Applications Navigation and text edition in the Application pages Navigation and text edition in the Application pages Navigating into Once one of the seven applications is selected, the corresponding page opens. Whatever is the page, different methods can be used to navigate an application in the screen and select one text field, one button...
  • Page 101 Chapter 6 Applications Navigation and text edition in the Application pages Enter text using an external keyboard which is connected to the Product Name/Family Brand via the USB port or using an external keyboard of a PC connected to the Platform. Enter text using the keyboard of the Application Select Keyboard on the key A keyboard is displayed on the lower part of the screen...

  • Page 102: Pdf Viewer

    Chapter 6 Applications PDF viewer – Pushing «1» keys allows to select all the text entered HIFT Key «0» – Pushing once the key «0» allows to enter a space: The Space is selected – Pushing «0» keys allows to make a backspace and delete HIFT the letter on the left of the cursor.

  • Page 103: Interacting With A Pdf Document

    Chapter 6 Applications Web browser Interacting with Once your document is open, you may browse through different pages a PDF very quickly, zoom to a particular level, find a special name or sentence, rotate the page... All these features are available via buttons on the document screen.

  • Page 104: Starting The Web Browser

    Chapter 6 Applications Web browser Starting the To access this application, on the page click on the soft key web browser App’s. In the Application screen, select Web Browser icon and press to open the web browser. NTER The web browser is launched. Fig.

  • Page 105: Navigation Into The Web Browser

    Chapter 6 Applications Web browser Fig. 41 Internet page opened with the Web Browser NOTE Press keys to display the page in full screen mode HIFT Click once again on those keys to go back to the menu keys display. Navigation into Once the Web Browser is open, push the key to display on the...

  • Page 106: Opening A Pdf Document

    Chapter 6 Applications Web browser Click on the menu key to add a bookmark for the page displayed Click on to edit the bookmark, and modify if necessary the name of the bookmark. Click on Ok to confirm the modification or Cancel to cancel the modifications.

  • Page 107: Leaving The Web Browser

    Chapter 6 Applications Text Editor Leaving the Depending on how long you want to leave the web browser and on your web browser connection mode, you may: – Leave the web browser running and switch to another task. To do this, click on the button.

  • Page 108: Saving The Text In A File

    Chapter 6 Applications Calculator Once the text editor is open, enter text using the method you wish (see "Entering text" on page 78). Saving the text Once the text is entered, you can save it in a file onto the 4000 Platform. in a file Click on File >...

  • Page 109: Vnc Viewer

    Chapter 6 Applications VNC Viewer Press to validate the selection and open the Calculator NTER Fig. 46 Calculator Press to exit the Calculator and go back to the Application page. Press button to go back to the Home page, and keep the Calcu- lator application active (the icon is still displayed on the upper banner).
  • Page 110 Chapter 6 Applications VNC Viewer NOTE When the VNC Viewer from the application menu is used, the icon is displayed in the upper banner. Enter the VNC server address If necessary, modify the options of the VNC server by clicking on the Options...

  • Page 111: Calendar

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar Click on to exit the VNC Viewer and go back to Applications page. Press key to reach the Home page, and keep the application active (icon still displayed on the upper banner). Calendar The Application page also allows to use a calendar, in order to enter Notes, dates, events etc.

  • Page 112: Create A Category

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar Select this parameter if the Enter a general event lasts all the day description of the event Select the start & end time Enter the start & end of the event date of the event using the calendar Select the calendar to which this event belongs (see “Create a new calendar”...

  • Page 113: Create A New Calendar

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar Fig. 52 Create a category Enter a name for this category Select a predefined color for this category, or click on define a new color. Click on OK to validate the creation of the category This choice of colour will allow to distinguish the events according to the category to which they belong.
  • Page 114 Chapter 6 Applications Calendar A new box opens Fig. 54 Create a new calendar Enter the Calendar Title, which will appear in the View page. You can also give a description of this calendar (for which use it has been created...) You can select a parent of this calendar;...

  • Page 115: The Different Views Of The Calendar

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar If Subscribe has been selected, enter the URL, Username and Password to access the calendar. Enter also the recurrence of the update for this calendar (x times per hour / day / week / month / year).
  • Page 116 Chapter 6 Applications Calendar The today date correponds to the date entered in the System Settings page. To modify the view of the calendar, you can: – Click as many times as necessary on the key View to display successively a weekly calendar, a monthly calendar, an agenda, the existing alarms or go back to the today calendar.

  • Page 117: Agenda

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar – : today calendar (this is the same display as a daily calendar) Fig. 59 – You can choose the date for which the calendar will be displayed, by using the following fields: Once the date is entered, when you click on the weekly or monthly icon, the calendar will be displayed for the week / month to which the date belongs.

  • Page 118: Event Menu

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar Fig. 60 View Agenda Once selected, you will have to enter the period you want to display on screen For example, in the Figure 60, the agenda displays the events regis- tered for 3 months, starting from the current date. NOTE The agenda for the period selected can also be displayed in sidebar (see...

  • Page 119: Alarms

    Chapter 6 Applications Calendar – Move to Calendar...: allows to modify the calendar to which the event belongs. Click to open a sub-menu with all the calendars available (see “Create a new calendar” on page 91). – Calendar: allows to edit, save in a .ics format, delete, show exclu- sively or hide the calendar to which the events belong.
  • Page 120 Chapter 6 Applications Calendar – Agenda (displayed by default when application is launched): display a list of all the events saved for a defined period (see “Agenda” on page 99 to modify a period for the agenda). If a Calendar is deselected in the Calendar selector sidebar, then the events belonging to it will not be displayed either in the calendar nor in the agenda sidebar.

  • Page 121: Exiting From The Calendar Application

    Chapter 6 Applications Contacts If a calendar is deselected, this will automatically remove the events defined for this calendar from the Agenda sidebar and from the calendar on the left of the screen. Agenda – The agenda displays the events with the color corresponding to the calendar they belong to.
  • Page 122 Chapter 6 Applications Contacts NOTE You can select the Keyboard or Writing function to enter text (see "Entering text" on page 78). If a category is modified / added / deleted via the eMail application, it will be automatically added / deleted in the Calendar application, and vice versa..

  • Page 123: Email Application

    Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application NOTE When a contact belongs to a category, a circle with the colour corre- sponding to the category is displayed next to its name. 10 You can use the menu Categories at the bottom of the screen to filter the contacts according to the category they belong to.

  • Page 124: Configuring An E-Mail Account

    Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application Fig. 66 eMail: Folder List page Configuring an In order to be able to send and receive e-mail onto the 4000 Platform, you must first create and configure the user account. e-mail account Once the Index page is displayed, click on one the Basic parameter to start configuration (see step 3).
  • Page 125 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application Click on Basic line to display the Basic screen and enter general information on the account. Fig. 68 Mail Account - Basic parameters Enter the necessary information concerning the description of the account: – Name of account: enter the name for the new account. –...
  • Page 126 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application POP3 and IMAP4 Protocols – Server for receiving: enter the server address for the received messages. – SMTP server (send): enter the server address for the sent messages. – User ID: enter the user idenfier for accessing to the server –...
  • Page 127 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application Fig. 69 Mail Account - Receive parameters In the upper box (POP3 in the figure), define the parameters available, which are different according to the protocol defined in the Basic page (see page 103). NOTE If the protocol None (SMTP) is selected in the Basic page, the Receive page is inactive.
  • Page 128 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application NEWS (NNTP) – Maximum number of articles to download: Local Mbox file – Default inbox The following three parameters are available for all protocols: – Filter messages on receiving: selecting this parameter allows to «sort» the e-mail when received. –...
  • Page 129 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application – Select SMTP Authentication (SMTP AUTH) if you wish to add an authentication to the mail access. Once selected, you can choose the authentication method to be used: Automatic / PLAIN / LOGIN / CRAM-MD5 You can also enter a User ID and Password for authentification when sending messages.
  • Page 130 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application On the Page index, click on Templates Fig. 72 Mail Account - Template parameters The page allows to enter a text which can be used as template for the messages composed / replied / forwarded (select the correct tab). –...

  • Page 131: Sending An E-Mail

    Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application Once all parameters are defined, click on Close to go back to the list of accounts. The new account has been automatically added. account Fig. 74 New Account : Modify the default account by selecting a new one and clicking.on Set as default account.
  • Page 132 Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application Click on Close to reach the Folder List page (see Figure 66 on page 102). Click on Compose to create a new message In the Folder list, click on Address Book and select the contact to which an e-mail must be sent, and click on the Email button (see Figure 65 on page 100);...

  • Page 133: Exiting From The Email Application

    Chapter 6 Applications eMail Application – Click on to save the message in the Draft folder. – Click on to save the message in the Queue folder and send it later. Once the message has been sent to the recipient(s), the screen returns to folder list display (see Figure 66 on page 102).

  • Page 134: Wireshark Application

    Chapter 6 Applications Wireshark Application Wireshark Application Wireshark is a Protocol Analyzer. The application set onto the MTS / T-BERD 4000 allows to open VoIP packet capture files. Opening the In the Application menu, select Wireshark icon using direction keys Wireshark application Press...
  • Page 135 Chapter 6 Applications Wireshark Application Description of the selected file Fig. 78 Selecting the VoIP packet capture file Press Open to lad the file in Wireshark application. A new box opens during loading, indicating the remaining time of loading. Once fully loaded, the file contents displays. Click on one tab to sort the list according...

  • Page 136: Exiting From The Wireshark Application

    Chapter 6 Applications File Explorer Exiting from the – Click on to exit the application and go back to Application Wireshark page. application Press key to reach the Home page, and keep the application active (icon still activated on the Application page). File Explorer This key allows to directly open the MTS/T-BERD 4000 explorer, where all the files are stored (traces, pdf files ...).

  • Page 137: Chapter 7 Bluetooth Option

    Bluetooth option Chapter 7 The Bluetooth interface allows file transfers. It is an option that must be installed at the factory. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – "Setting up a Bluetooth connection" on page 116 – "Transferring files via Bluetooth"...

  • Page 138: Setting Up A Bluetooth Connection

    Chapter 7 Bluetooth option Setting up a Bluetooth connection Setting up a Bluetooth connection The Bluetooth option allows file transfers between the 4000 Platform and another device On the Home page, press System Settings key Under I/O interfaces, select Bluetooth > Enable The icon is displayed on the upper banner of the screen Push the Bluetooth Pairing key...

  • Page 139: Transferring Files Via Bluetooth

    Chapter 7 Bluetooth option Transferring files via Bluetooth Using the direction keys , select the device to be paired with the Platform It will be underlined in blue Push the Pair key to connect the device to the Platform If prompted, enter a pairing code. The code must be identical on the 4000 and the device.
  • Page 140 Chapter 7 Bluetooth option Transferring files via Bluetooth On the Home page, press App’s menu key and select File Explorer icon to go in the File Explorer. Select the file(s) to be transferred from the Platform toward the device via bluetooth Push the Send by Bluetooth key.

  • Page 141: Removing The Pairing

    Chapter 7 Bluetooth option Removing the Pairing WARNING The files stored in bluetooth-inbox will be lost when the 4000 Platform will be switched off. Move the files you wish to keep toward another storage media (disk, usb key, extmem...). Removing the Pairing To remove the pairing between the two equipments, in the System Settings page, push the Bluetooth Pairing key In the screen displayed, push the Remove pairing key...
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  • Page 143: 802.11 Wireless Testing

    802.11 Wireless Testing Chapter 8 This chapter provides task-based instructions for using the Product Name/Family Brand wireless testing features. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following: – “About 802.11 testing” on page 122 – “Wireless testing” on page 122 –...

  • Page 144: About 802.11 Testing

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing About 802.11 testing About 802.11 testing In IEEE 802.11 mode, you can use the Product Name/Family Brand to emulate a wireless PC or laptop and connect to a wireless network. After connecting to the network, you can then use the data tests as well as the VoIP and Video features.
  • Page 145 Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing Wireless testing Setting Description SSID Press the ENTER key to scan for service set identifiers (SSIDs) in the area. If found, select the desired network to connect to. To enter a custom SSID, press the Custom SSID soft key and use the keypad to enter the SSID name.

  • Page 146: Wireless Results

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results 802.11 wireless results The following result categories are available in the 802.11 application: – Summary – BSS Properties – 802.11 Frames – Networks In Range – Event Log You can view many additional results by pressing the arrow keys or use the View soft key and then select another category.
  • Page 147 Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results Table 2 802.11 summary results Result Definition Circuit diagram Located in the top area of the screen, shows a graphic indication of the circuit, including the link status. The status will be one of the following: Idle –...

  • Page 148: Bss Properties

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results BSS Properties This screen reports the properties of the basic service set (BSS). Table 3 describes the BSS Properties results. Fig. 85 BBS Properties Table 3 BBS Properties results Result Definition SSID The SSID selected in the Setup menu.

  • Page 149: Errors

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results Table 3 BBS Properties results Result Definition Preamble The preamble type in use by this BSS - short & long or long only. Short preambles can increase performance but can reduce frame detection in noisy environments.
  • Page 150 Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results Fig. 86 Erros Results page Table 4 Errors results Result Definition RX False Alarms/ A graphical representation of the percentage Second of false alarms per second received in the last 120 seconds. This is useful in noisy environments to show interference.

  • Page 151: 802.11 Frames

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results Table 4 Errors results Result Definition Long RX False Count of long false alarms received in the Alarms last second and total received. These are false alarms that last an unusually long time. Long RX False Alarms are not included in the RX False Alarm result.

  • Page 152: Networks In Range

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results Result Definition RX Unicast Data Number of data frames or bytes received whose payload is unicast and the last rate for this frame type. If no frames have been received of this type, it will say “waiting”. RX Multicast Data Number of data frames or bytes received whose payload is multicast and the last rate...

  • Page 153: Event Log

    Chapter 8 802.11 Wireless Testing 802.11 wireless results – When the state is Idle and the Idle Scan soft key is set to On. This option means “scan while idle” – the unit updates the network list every 2 seconds. This is useful for walking around and checking out networks.
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  • Page 155: Chapter 9 Ethernet Te Testing

    Ethernet TE Testing Chapter 9 This chapter provides task-based instructions for using the Product Name/Family Brand Ethernet TE testing features. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following: – “About Ethernet TE testing” on page 134 – “Specifying test settings” on page 134 –...

  • Page 156: About Ethernet Te Testing

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing About Ethernet TE testing About Ethernet TE testing In Ethernet TE mode, you can use the Product Name/Family Brand to emulate Ethernet terminal equipment by connecting to an Ethernet LAN or to the Ethernet port on the customer's modem. After connecting to the circuit, you can then use trace route, FTP, the web browser, or IP Ping to test for connectivity.
  • Page 157 Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Specifying test settings This is the type of circuit (media) you are testing: 10M half or full duplex, 100M half or full duplex, or 1000M half or full duplex. Press the SETUP key to move to the Network Settings. CAUTION: FAULTY RESULTS Any time the Network settings are changed, the network layer resets.
  • Page 158 Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Specifying test settings Setting Description Gateway Enter the gateway address. (Static IP mode) Enter the address of the DNS server. (Static IP mode) Use Vendor ID Specify whether the vendor ID is used. (DHCP mode) Use Vendor ID Enter the vendor ID.
  • Page 159 Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Specifying test settings Setting Description Use Provider Select Yes or No. This option indicates whether to append the user name with the service provider domain name (for example, earthlink.net). Select Yes only if user names for the ISP must include the domain name as part of the user name.

  • Page 160: Connecting To The Line

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Connecting to the line Setting Description Server Port Enter the port number for the STUN server Client Port Enter the client port number. NAT Refresh Specify the NAT refresh rate. This is the number of seconds between messages to the STUN server to keep the NAT mapping alive.

  • Page 161: Viewing Results

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Viewing results To run a cable test Connect to the line (see “Connecting to the line” on page 138). Press the View soft key and then select Cable Test. NOTE: The Ethernet Cable Test is an optional feature. If your unit is not equipped with this option, the Cable Test selection will not be avail- able.

  • Page 162: Ethernet Summary Results

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Ethernet TE results You can view many additional results by pressing the arrow keys or use the View soft key and then select another category. The following sections describe the results in each category. Ethernet This default results screen provides a summary of the most frequently used test results.

  • Page 163: Ethernet Cable Test

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Ethernet TE results Table 5 Ethernet summary results Result Definition Dropped Frames Total dropped frames TX collisions Ethernet frames are transmitted “space-avail- able” when there is a break on the signal on the cable; sometimes frames are transmitted at the same time as another transmitter, causing a “collision”...

  • Page 164: Ethernet Event Log

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Ethernet TE results Table 6 Ethernet Cable Test results (Continued) Result Definition Polarity Normal or reversed. (Used for GigE tests.) Skew 0, 16, 32, or 64 nanoseconds. (Used for GigE tests.) Carrier When lit, indicates the link is active. Speed Indicates the speed of the circuit: 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps.

  • Page 165: Web Browser

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Web browser Web browser About the wbe With the web browser feature, you can provide visual proof to customers that a circuit is correctly provisioned all the way to the Internet. The browser browser works over Ethernet, and 802.11 interfaces, allowing you to surf the web from the customer's NID or demarcation point using only the Product Name/Family Brand.

  • Page 166: Navigating The Browser

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Web browser The Web Browser Help screen appears. Navigating the You can connect a USB mouse or a USB keyboard/mouse combination to the Product Name/Family Brand to navigate the web browser as you browser would with a desktop computer. If you don’t use a mouse, you can use the Product Name/Family Brand arrow keys.

  • Page 167: Moving Among Fields

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Web browser The screen changes as appropriate. Moving among This feature is only available on units with a traditional screen (not a fields touch screen). After loading a page, use the Next Item to move to the next field on a page.

  • Page 168: Typing In An Address

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Web browser Typing in an The following procedure describes how to type in an address. address To type in an address Press the Navigate soft key. Select Enter URL. Enter the URL. To enter a dot (.), use the Symbols soft key. Press the ENTER key.

  • Page 169: Adding And Deleting Bookmarks

    Chapter 9 Ethernet TE Testing Web browser Adding and If there is a specific page that you would like to view or if you visit a site deleting frequently, you can bookmark it. The following procedure describes how to add and delete bookmarks. bookmarks To add or delete bookmarks When on a web page, press the Bookmarks soft key.
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  • Page 171: Scope

    Scope Chapter 10 The scope function is a hot-plug feature enabled directly when inserting a USB scope supplied as an accessory (see"Reference of Scope" on page 221 The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – "Scope feature" on page 150 –...

  • Page 172: Scope Feature

    Fig. 93 4000 Platform and scope Scope connection To use the scope function, use a USB scope supplied by Viavi (see the list of all 4000 Platform accessories in “Reference of Scope” on page 221).

  • Page 173: Result Display

    Chapter 10 Scope Result display You may select this option while other options are already selected (e.g. OTDR) In order to see the Scope icon and select it, you must first make sure that the scope is correctly plugged into an available USB slot, before you reach this screen.

  • Page 174: Freeze Mode

    Chapter 10 Scope Result display Fig. 95 Example of a fiber connector endface image when using the scope option Freeze mode Once the image is acceptable (sharpness, luminosity and contrast are tuned correctly), you may freeze the picture. This feature allows to store in memory the resulting picture in order later to compare it to others or save it in a file.

  • Page 175: File Toolbar

    Chapter 10 Scope File toolbar NOTE The comment may be modified at any time later on. Date of acquisi- Com- Fig. 96 Frozen Scope image File toolbar Click on the button to access the File toolbar on the right of the screen.

  • Page 176: Loading A Picture

    Chapter 10 Scope File toolbar Loading a It is possible to retrieve and load a picture stored in the default directory picture (see "Frozen Scope image" on page 153 to know the default directory). Select Load. The list of all files in a JPEG format are presented in a list, showing for each file : –...

  • Page 177: Mosaic Mode

    Chapter 10 Scope Mosaic Mode Mosaic Mode It is possible to display only one picture in full screen (640 * 390 pixels) or up to four pictures (320*180 pixels each, including the live camera picture) in mosaic mode. Use the key Full scr./Mosaic to switch from one mode to another.

  • Page 178: File Toolbar

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Static pictures Comment It is possible to add a comment to a picture, just like in full screen. File toolbar The File toolbar is also available in mosaic mode. Actions made by this toolbar will concern the selected file.

  • Page 179: Installation Of Tips

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope The P5000/P5000i Digital Scope Kit sold with the 4000 Base Unit (Ref EDFSCOPE5K/EDFSCOPE5Ki) contains the standard barrel assembly (FBPP-BAP1), standard patch cord tips and standard bulkhead tips. Quickcapture button Instantly captures the image and launch a test (with the P5000i scope exclusively)

  • Page 180: Test

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Fig. 100 Scope Setup (with P5000i) Test Profile On the line Profile, select the Profile which will be used for the test of fiber connector: – SM-UPC: Pass/Fail criteria for single-mode UPC connectors from IEC 61300-3-35 standard.

  • Page 181: File Parameters

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Freeze image pressing the button onto the Scope will automatically freeze the live image. Auto Center This parameter allows to select if the scope image must be centered on screen (select Yes) or not (select No).

  • Page 182: Link Description

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Increment; the fiber number is automatically incremented at each results saving Decrement: the fiber number is automatically decremented at each results saving. Link Description The information entered in the Link Description window concern the editing and/or the modifications of the cable and fiber parameters.

  • Page 183: About Page

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Removing a profile In the Profile list, select the profile to be deleted. Press Remove key, then Exit. About page On the Setup screen, the softkey About, on the right of the screen, allows to display information on scope and current test result displayed (in Full Screen mode or mosaic mode - see “Result display”...
  • Page 184 Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope "Freeze mode" on page 152 for more information on commands available. To launch the test: With the P5000i scope, use the Focus Control button (see Figure 99 on page 157) to adjust the image quality and sharpness.
  • Page 185 Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope NOTE To return to a Live Camera image, press the Live key or press the Full Screen/Mosaic key to view both the live image and a test result simultaneously.

  • Page 186: Saving The Test Result In A Jpg File

    Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Available only with the P5000 scope, those two keys allow to adjust brightness and contrast of the live image (see “Luminosity and contrast settings” on page 151). High mag./Low mag. allows to modify the live display from high to low magnification and vice-versa Select Full Screen with the Full Screen//Mosaic key to return to live image.
  • Page 187 Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Generating the report In mosaïc mode, check the correct test result is selected (framed in green). Press the button The menu bar changes Press the Report key On the edition keypad, enter the name of the pdf file and press to validate and start the report generation.
  • Page 188 Chapter 10 Scope New features available with the P5000 and P5000i Scope Logo, company & opera- tor name selected in the Setup page (see “Config- uring the P5000/P5000i Scope” on page 157) Fig. 106 PDF report User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 189: Chapter 11 File Management

    File management Chapter 11 The files management with the 4000 Platform can be performed, wether a module is set onto the Base or not. CAUTION The following chapter discuss about the management of files, other than FO ones, using the button or the File Explorer Application, when no module is set into the Platfomr or when the FO Module is not selected on the System page (see the 4100 Module Series User...

  • Page 190: File Menu

    Chapter 11 File management File menu File menu – Press the button. – On the Home page, select App’s > File Explorer applcation. The File menu appears. Free space for the media selected Fig. 107 File Menu Description of The explorer is used to select the storage medium, and to create or rename directories and files: the explorer –...

  • Page 191: Storage Media Built Into The 4000 Platform

    USB storage medium. For the high capacity USB sticks of 2Go or higher, only the memory sticks provided by Viavi are recommended. USB memory stick connection Insert the USB memory stick in one of the 4000 Base Unit's USB port.
  • Page 192 Chapter 11 File management File menu Press the button YSTEM Expert Tools Media Utilities Usbflash Successively select > > Format Confirm your choice to format the USB memory stick Once formatted, disconnect the USB memory stick using the Eject USB key and reconnect it. As for any media formatting, please note that all data present on the USB memory stick will be irremediably lost.

  • Page 193: Abbreviations For Storage Media

    Chapter 11 File management Directory edit function NOTE If the 4000 is on mains and is switched off before the USB memory stick is properly disconnected, the 4000 Platform needs to be com- pletely switched off (using the button and main plug unplugged).

  • Page 194: Edition Of Directories

    Chapter 11 File management Directory edit function Do not confuse "Selected" with "Active". A directory may be displayed in video inverse, to show that it is the current working directory. If it does not have a broken red line round it, it is not active. Selected: the cursor is here Active: working directory Broken red line around...

  • Page 195: Rename Directory

    Chapter 11 File management File editing function Rename Directory This function allows to rename the directory selected. – Select the directory which name must be modified. – Click on Rename Directory The editor is displayed – Enter a new nam for the directory –...

  • Page 196: File Format And Type

    Chapter 11 File management File editing function Operations files Fig. 110 Available operations on files File Format and A table gives the list of the files in the directory, showing for each one: its name, size, type and date of creation. Type File Types For files recognized by the 4000 Platform, the types are symbolized by...

  • Page 197: Format Of Files

    59). – The TXT and CSV files are opened via the Text Editor application (see "Text Editor" on page To read other formats, use Viavi’s FiberTrace or FiberCable software. Easy file To select one or several files: selection – Click on to pass from the directory to hte file selection –...
  • Page 198 Chapter 11 File management File editing function Directory selected Files selected Fig. 111 Selection Directory - File To select a list of files using the keys of the Platform: Select and validate the first file of the list (red display) Set the cursor on the last file of the list (blue display) Maintain the validation key pushed until all the files from the list...

  • Page 199: Rename File

    Chapter 11 File management File editing function Rename File Opens the editor to modify the name of the file: – Select the file in the list – Click on Rename File. The Editor is displayed. – Enter a new name for the file. –...

  • Page 200: Sending Files By Mail

    Chapter 11 File management File editing function You can also choose to print the result trace in pdf: In the Config System page, in the Printer menu, select Printer > File (formatted), and on the line Type, select PDF. Return to the OTDR trace and press simultaneously the left and right arrow keys to start the PDF printing.
  • Page 201 Chapter 11 File management File editing function Enter the e-mail address Fig. 113 Enter e-mail address You will have to fill in the two following fields: – Mail To: Using the key , display the edition window which allows you to enter the name of the recipient. –...
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  • Page 203: Smart Access Anywhere

    T-BERD/MTS to PC and vice-versa. This feature does not need any licence code if the user wants assis- tance from a Viavi person located within the Viavi network. This feature requires a licence code into the unit if the user wants any other assistance/support (“company A”...
  • Page 204 Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere – "Connection information and settings" page 193 User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 205: Connection Modes

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Connection modes Connection modes Different kinds of connection are available to access to a distant T-BERD/ MTS-4000. According to the connection type used, specific requirements are mandatory. Ethernet or Using the Ethernet connection, no specific requirement is needed. The T-BERD/MTS-4000 is directly connected to Internet via an WIFI Ethernet Cable.

  • Page 206: Usb/Wifi Connection Through 3G Smartphone

    USB/WIFI To access to a T-BERD/MTS remotely, the connection between the unit connection and the Viavi application can be established via a USB cable or WIFI, and through a 3G Smartphone, having Internet Sharing capability via through 3G USB or WIFI.

  • Page 207: Pre-Requisite For Using The Smart Access Anywhere Application

    PC which will be connected to the T-BERD/MTS-4000 remotely. NOTE It is not necessary to have administrator privileges to install the Viavi application on PC. This application is just saved on PC. On PC, open an internet explorer and type the following address: http://smartaccess.updatemyunit.net...

  • Page 208: Launching The Smartaccess Anywhere Application

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Launching the SmartAccess Anywhere application Enter Access Code (see step 1 on page 187) Fig. 118 Smart Access Anywhere: Connection page If the software version is not the last one available, a message displays, on the upper part of the screen to indicate the latest version available can be downloaded at the address: http://smartaccess.updatemyunit.net.

  • Page 209: On The Distant Pc

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Launching the SmartAccess Anywhere application Fig. 120 Connection to SmartAccessAnywhere Server in progress Once connection is established with the server, the T-BERD/MTS- 4000 displays a message with the code to be used to access to the equipment remotely.

  • Page 210: Using Remote Screen And File Transfer Applications

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Using Remote screen and File Transfer applications Information on connection Fig. 122 Smart Access Anywhere: Home page After remote upgrade or reboot, please wait for more than 2 minutes before re-starting the link between the PC and the unit with SmartAccessAnywhere.
  • Page 211 Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Using Remote screen and File Transfer applications Fig. 123 Smart Access Anywhere: Remote screen The VNC icon on the upper banner of the unit indicates the remote screen is active. Click on the upper banner of the T-BERD/MTS-4000 screen to access to the virtual control buttons bar, which allows to emulate hard keys.

  • Page 212: Transferring Files

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Using Remote screen and File Transfer applications Function on the 4000 Platform External keyboard SET-UP Ctrl + U FILE Ctrl + F RESULTS Ctrl + R START/STOP Ctrl + S EXPORT Ctrl + P ← ↑ → ↓ F1 →...

  • Page 213: Transferring Files From Pc To T-Berd/Mts

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Using Remote screen and File Transfer applications Double-click on one directory/storage media to display the contents (directories / sub-directories / files) Navigation buttons Return to the Home directory click Select the PC drive in the list Access to parent directory Transferring files On the T-BERD/MTS explorer, select the storage media, and if...

  • Page 214: Working With Files And Directories On T-Berd/Mts

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Using Remote screen and File Transfer applications Click on the button Download A dialog box open, allowing to modify the location on PC of the file. Select the directory into which file will be saved. Press Save to start the transfer Under both file explorers, a new banner displays with information on file transfer (see...

  • Page 215: Connection Information And Settings

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Connection information and settings Connection information and settings Displaying At any time during application use, the information about the session in progress can be displayed. session information Press Session menu key on left of the screen A screen as the following one displays: Fig.
  • Page 216 Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Connection information and settings Fig. 127 Connection settings By default, the connection is defined to Smart-guess (default). To modify the current parameters, select Forced settings. The parameters for Port and HTTPS configurations turn automati- cally active. Modify, if necessary, the port used: Default port (22) is selected by default Select Alternative port (443) if necessary...

  • Page 217: Testing Connection

    Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Connection information and settings Fig. 128 Proxy configuration It is recommended to configure parameters of connection with your local network administrator, if the default parameters need to be modified. Once configuration is completed, press The Home page displays (see Figure 122 on page 188).
  • Page 218 Chapter 12 Smart Access Anywhere Connection information and settings Fig. 129 Test results The screen displays, in two different tables: – the Upload and Download speed (in Kbyte/s) from Device to server. – the Latency between Device and server (in ms). Press to delete the current table, and retest connection if wished.

  • Page 219: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    “Replacement of the small PCB battery (for backup)” on page 207 – “Touchscreen calibration” on page 207 – “General information on warranty” on page 208 For software updates, or to find our Viavi representatives and technical support offices around the world, please visit our web site: www.viavisolutions.com. User Manual...

  • Page 220: Maintenance Procedure

    Maintenance work on this instrument must only be undertaken by qualified personnel using suitable equipment. In most cases, it is advisable to contact the nearest Viavi Service Centre, which will undertake the appropriate troubleshooting and repair work. The performance and technical complexity of the 4000 Platform class...

  • Page 221: Cleaning

    Chapter 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning Cleaning Cleaning plates The front and rear plates and the housings may become tarnished with handling. To clean them, use only a rag moistened with soapy water. and housings Never use any product containing acetone, trichloro-ethylene, benzine or alcohol, as these will attack the printed markings.

  • Page 222: Cleaning The Optical Connections Of The 4000 Platform

    Obtaining the The new version of the software can either be procured on a storage medium (USB stick memory) from your Viavi Customer Service, or can New software be downloaded from Viavi’s internet site: www.viavisolutions.com. Downloading...

  • Page 223: Installation From Viavi Server

    You can directly enter the internet address http://www.update- myunit.net, which will give access to the installation portals for all T-BERD/MTS from Viavi, and click on the link T-BERD®/MTS-4000 Platform. Click on the icon or on the exe file to load the archive.

  • Page 224: Installation From Another Server

    In I/O Interfaces, on the line Ethernet, select Mode: Dynamic. In the Upgrade Server box: – On the line Address Type, select Viavi Server The address 6k.updatemyunit.net is automatically displayed. Select if the new release for 4000 Platform must be automatically detected (Enable) or not (Disable).

  • Page 225: Installation From A Usb Memory Stick

    Chapter 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Installing a new version of the software The update can be performed directly onto the equipment, using an http address. Connect the Product Name/Family Brand to a PC via an Ethernet link. On the Home page, press System Settings key to open the System Settings page.
  • Page 226 FAT. For all these reasons, we advise users to use memory Keys provided by Viavi. In any case, USB memory keys which are recognized by the 4000 Platform (a beep is generated when plugged on the 4000 Platform) but which cannot be read or written, should be formatted on the 4000 Platform with the Usbflash Format utility, in Expert tools >...

  • Page 227: Launching The Upgrade

    Chapter 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Installing a new version of the software Then remove the USB memory stick, using the appropriate proce- dure, from your PC 10 Insert the memory stick into one of the USB ports on the Platform. NOTE A bip is emitted each time the USB memory stick is inserted or removed from the 4000 Platform.

  • Page 228: Checking New Upgrade On Viavi Server

    Chapter 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Installing a new version of the software Checking new If the Viavi Server is selected for upgrade (see Figure 131 on page 202), the parameter Check new release can be defined to automatically upgrade on Viavi inform user of a new upgrade available for Platform.

  • Page 229: Replacement Of The Small Pcb Battery (For Backup)

    If the date has been lost, the battery needs replacing. Contact your nearest Viavi Customer Service Centre. This battery has an average life of more than five years. Battery replacement should not be carried out by the user:...

  • Page 230: General Information On Warranty

    General information on warranty The warranties described herein shall apply to all commercially available Viavi products. Any additional or different warranties shall apply only if agreed to by Viavi in writing. These warranties are not transferable without the express written consent of Viavi.

  • Page 231: Warranty Disclaimer

    Viavi for repair or replacement shall be borne by customer until delivery to Viavi. Upon delivery of such product, Viavi shall assume the risk of loss or damage until that time that the product being repaired or replaced is returned and delivered to customer.
  • Page 232 Chapter 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting General information on warranty User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 233: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Chapter 14 This chapter contains the technical specifications of the 4000 Platform mainframe. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Display” on page 212 – “Memory” on page 212 – “Input/Output” on page 212 – “Power supply”...

  • Page 234: Display

    Chapter 14 Technical specifications Display Display Screen – Backlight high visibility color screen – Size: 7 inches – Resolution: 800 x 480 pixels – Standard: high visibility screen for indoor and outdoor use, non- tactile. – Options: High visibility touchscreen Memory –...

  • Page 235: Mains Adapters

    Chapter 14 Technical specifications Dimensions - Weight Endurance Endurance 6 cells battery 9 cells battery Conditions of use (7400 mV) (11100 mV) According to Telcordia GR-196-CORE recommen- dation: up to 7 hours up to 11 hours. Normal conditons, with normal backlight, 3 acqui- sition of 30 seconds per quarter of hour, auto off Under continuous acquisition, with high screen Up to 3h15...

  • Page 236: Environment

    Chapter 14 Technical specifications Environment Weight 6 cells battery 344 g 0.76 lbs Dummy module 208 g 0.46 lbs VFL/PWM option 26 g 0.06 lbs Dimensions (mm) Dimensions (mm) ( H X W X D ) ( H X W X D ) Bumpers included W/o bumpers Without module...

  • Page 237: Emi/Esd

    Flammability The housing of the 4000 Platform (in ABS, type V0) does not propagate fire. IP Protection Index of the IP protection for the 4000 Platform: IP32 Index NOTE For a higher classification, contact Viavi. User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 238: Characteristics Of The Options

    Chapter 14 Technical specifications Characteristics of the options Characteristics of the options Power meter Specifications given for 25°C, after 20 minutes stabilization time and after zero setting. option – Wavelength range: 800 to 1650 nm in steps of 1 nm –...

  • Page 239: Wifi And Bluetooth Options

    Chapter 14 Technical specifications Characteristics of the options WIFI and – WIFI:standard IEEE802.11b/g Bluetooth – Bluetooth Option Options – Class 2 – Range: up to 10 meters User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...
  • Page 240 Chapter 14 Technical specifications Characteristics of the options User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 241: Chapter 15 Options And Accessories

    Options and accessories Chapter 15 This chapter shows the references of the options and accessories of the 4000 Platform. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “References of options for the 4000 Platform mainframe” on page 220 –...

  • Page 242: References Of Options For The 4000 Platform Mainframe

    Chapter 15 Options and accessories References of options for the 4000 Platform mainframe References of options for the 4000 Platform mainframe Base Unit references Reference MTS-4000 Fiber Platform M4000SP T-BERD 4000 Fiber Platform TB4000SP MTS-4000 Fiber/Copper Platform M4000 T-BERD 4000 Fiber/Copper Platform TB4000 MTS-4000 Fiber/Copper Platform with touchscreen M4000T...

  • Page 243: Reference Of Scope

    Chapter 15 Options and accessories Reference of Scope WIFI/Bluetooth option Reference Wifi/Bluetooth Interface 40WIFIBLU Battery options Reference Additional Li-Ion rechargeable battery LIION9C Mains options Reference Additional standard AC/DC adapter/charger (USA) 40PWUS Additional standard AC/DC adapter/charger (UK) 40PWUK Additional standard AC/DC adapter/charger (Europe) 40PWE Additional standard AC/DC adapter/charger (Australia) 40PWAU...

  • Page 244: References Of Accessories

    Chapter 15 Options and accessories References of accessories References of accessories Carrying Cases References Large Soft case for MTS/T-BERD 4000 modules 40LMODSCASE1 Soft case for small MTS/T-BERD 4000 modules 40SMODSCASE1 Hard carrying case for the MTS/T-BERD 4000 EHCASE6 Hard carrying case for two T-BERD/MTS-4000 Platforms EHCASE4X2 Glove Soft Case for MTS/T-BERD 4000 Platform 40GLOVE...

  • Page 245: References Of Result Processing Software

    Chapter 15 Options and accessories References of result processing software References of result processing software Reference Optical Fiber Trace software EOFS100 Optical Fiber Trace software (5 licences) EOFS1005L Optical Fiber Trace software (site licence) EOFS100SL FiberTrace software - update EOFS100UP Optical Fiber Cable software EOFS200 Optical Fiber Cable software (5 licences)
  • Page 246 Chapter 15 Options and accessories References of result processing software User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...

  • Page 247: Index

    Index charge level display charging charging time About page endurance Accessories reference safety instructions Adapter specifications references switch on with specifications Bluetooth Agenda file export Application pairing calculator search devices calendar specifications contacts eMail VNC Viewer Attenuation accuracy of measurement Calculator Audio Calendar...
  • Page 248 Index Connectors cleaning Contacts Ferrule Control Interface File Controls configuration buttons export configuration external keyboard merge selection Core sending Country sending by bluetooth CSV file sort storage media types File explorer description Date Direction keys Directory edition Glove remove selection Guarantee conditions Editing Hands-free...
  • Page 249 Index OTDR file Keyboard & Mouse reference P5000 Microscope Patents PCB Battery Language checking replacement Laser PDF File License enter manually PDF viewer import from USB Platform License file access to the internal memory access to the USB stick architecture assembly automatic shutdown configuration...
  • Page 250 Reset Platform transfer files WIFI and 3G Smartphone Results WIFI connection event log Software options page Software update via Internet via USB Scope via Viavi Server about page Specifications auto center Standalone results camera capture button Storage media comment abbreviations display...
  • Page 251 Index disconnection formating upgrade via Web Browser User Interface access User manual bookmarks reference navigation pdf document Utility quit Web browser WIFI standard Validate a function Wireless BBS properties connection errors emission of light frame results function network with range mode run test reference...
  • Page 252 Index User Manual 77000000206 Rev. 007...
  • Page 254 E4000M02/UM/01-16/AE Rev 007, 01-16 English Viavi Solutions North America: 1.844.GO VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284 Latin America +52 55 5543 6644 EMEA +49 7121 862273 APAC +1 512 201 6534 All Other Regions: viavisolutions.com/contacts email TAC@viavisolutions.com...

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