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720 DSP
Business Certification Meter
Operation Manual
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
See Page iv for complete details.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. See Page v for complete details.
The CM Sweep feature is patent pending.
innovative technology to keep you a step ahead
Copyright © 2016 Trilithic, Inc. All Rights Reserved - 071316-REV2
www.trilithic.com
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please contact your sales representative for further information.

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  • Page 1 The CM Sweep feature is patent pending. innovative technology to keep you a step ahead Copyright © 2016 Trilithic, Inc. All Rights Reserved - 071316-REV2 www.trilithic.com Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please contact your sales representative for further information.
  • Page 2 Business Services Meter THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page ii...
  • Page 3 Business Services Meter Putting Innovation Within Reach Product innovation at Trilithic has always been characterized by one thing: it’s practical. It makes life easier for customers. It’s the natural result of listening to them. That philosophy has been the driving force behind the company’s growth from its beginnings as a two-man engineering team in 1986 to its current position as a global manufacturer with more than 130 employees.
  • Page 4 To ensure compliance, do not operate at closer distances than this. The antenna on the 720 DSP is located inside the device at the top of the unit attached to the back plastic case. Do not use any antenna other than the installed antenna.
  • Page 5 2) cet appareil doit accepter tout brouillage, y compris celui pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l’appareil. Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme canadienne ICES-003. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page v www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 6 Business Services Meter THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page vi...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Recommended Software & Hardware..................I-8 ViewPoint Express ......................I-8 ViewPoint Integrated Server Package with WFM Module ..........I-8 Chapter 2 Introduction ..........................I-9 What is the 720 DSP? ......................I-9 Overview .........................I-9 The Standardization Solution..................I-9 Gigabit Ethernet Testing ....................I-9 Next Generation Features ................... I-10 Simple Yet Powerful ..................... I-10 Autotest Apps.......................
  • Page 8 Replacement Parts......................I-15 Field Accessories ......................I-16 Software ..........................I-16 Gigabit Ethernet Testing Accessories ................I-17 A Guided Tour of the 720 DSP ..................I-18 Front View ........................I-18 Rear View ........................I-19 Top View ........................I-20 Bottom View ......................... I-20 Right Side View ......................
  • Page 9 Bluetooth Connection (OPTIONAL) ................I-47 DOCSIS Cable Modem to Ethernet Connection ............I-50 Log Off User ........................I-53 Chapter 5 Remote Access ........................I-55 Accessing the 720 DSP Remotely ..................I-55 Section II: Setup Menu ............ II-1 Chapter 1 Overview..........................II-3 Introduction .........................II-3 Chapter 2 Instrument Information ......................II-5...
  • Page 10 Temperature Units ...................... II-30 Distance Units......................II-30 Job & Workorder ID Length ..................II-31 Language ........................II-32 Icon Size ........................II-33 Measurement Settings ..................... II-34 Analog Noise Bandwidth..................... II-35 Optimal Modulation ..................... II-36 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-4...
  • Page 11 Create a New Limit Set ....................II-58 Open an Existing Limit Set ..................II-59 Removing Limits from a Limit Set ................II-60 Knowing Your Limits ....................II-60 Editing Limit(s) ......................II-63 Save an Open Limit Set ....................II-64 720 DSP Operation Manual Page TOC-5 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 12 Prompt User ........................ II-84 Gigabit Ethernet Settings ....................II-85 IP Mode ........................II-86 Address / Prefix ......................II-87 Subnet / Netmask ....................... II-88 Gateway / Route ......................II-89 Primary DNS ....................... II-90 Secondary DNS ......................II-91 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-6...
  • Page 13 Chapter 5 Touchscreen Calibration ....................II-113 Overview .........................II-113 Disable Touchscreen .......................II-114 Calibrate Touchscreen ....................II-115 Chapter 6 Firmware Updates ......................II-117 Overview .........................II-117 Update Firmware from Website ..................II-118 Update Firmware from a USB Flash Drive ..............II-119 720 DSP Operation Manual Page TOC-7 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 14 Changing Channel Plan of an Existing Job ............... III-14 Changing Comments of an Existing Job..............III-15 Chapter 4 Using Autotests ........................III-17 Overview ......................... III-17 Location Pass/Fail Indicators ..................III-19 Executing an Autotest ..................... III-20 Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators .................. III-21 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-8...
  • Page 15 Modulation Type Adjustment ..................IV-23 Channel Standard Adjustment ................... IV-24 Symbol Rate Adjustment ................... IV-24 Display Type Adjustment ................... IV-25 Bar Graph ......................IV-25 QAM Constellation ....................IV-26 Equalizer Tap ......................IV-27 Bit-Error Rate ....................... IV-28 720 DSP Operation Manual Page TOC-9 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 16 Display Type Adjustment ....................IV-52 Measurement Results ....................IV-52 Full View ........................IV-52 Mini View ........................IV-52 Text View ........................IV-53 Go to Level ........................ IV-53 Reference Level Adjustment ................... IV-54 Vertical Scale Adjustment ....................IV-54 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-10...
  • Page 17 Save Data Log ......................IV-73 Hide Marker Bar......................IV-75 Test Point Compensation ................... IV-76 Test Point Loss ..................... IV-76 Probe Loss ......................IV-77 Save Preset ......................IV-78 Load Preset ......................IV-79 Auto Range ........................ IV-80 720 DSP Operation Manual Page TOC-11 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 18 Load Favorite ......................IV-106 Display Zoom ......................IV-106 Function Menu Options.................... IV-107 Save Data Log....................IV-107 Hide Marker Bar ....................IV-109 Test Point Compensation ..................IV-110 Test Point Loss ....................IV-110 Probe Loss ......................IV-111 Save Favorite ......................IV-114 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-12...
  • Page 19 Setting the Target Downstream Rate ..............IV-132 Traceroute ....................... IV-133 Opening a Limit Set....................... IV-134 Removing a Limit Set ....................IV-135 Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators ................IV-136 Function Menu Options ....................IV-137 Save Data Log ......................IV-137 Delete Favorites....................... IV-139 720 DSP Operation Manual Page TOC-13 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 20 Marker Adjustment ......................IV-177 Detector Type ........................ IV-178 Maximum ......................... IV-178 Average ........................IV-178 Minimum ......................... IV-179 Normal ........................IV-179 Opening a Channel Plan ....................IV-180 Function Menu Options ....................IV-181 Hide Marker Bar....................... IV-181 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-14...
  • Page 21 Web Browser .......................... V-5 Using the Web Browser ..................... V-5 Chapter 3 Wi-Fi Access Point Survey ....................V-7 Performing a Wi-Fi Access Point Survey ................V-7 Choose Display Type ......................V-8 View & Sort ........................V-8 720 DSP Operation Manual Page TOC-15 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 22 CW Source ........................VI-7 Physical Specifications...................... VI-8 Available Interface Types ....................VI-9 Battery & Power Specifications ..................VI-9 Environmental Specifications .................... VI-9 Chapter 2 Warranty Information ......................VI-11 Trilithic Broadband Instruments 2-Year Limited Warranty ..........VI-11 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page TOC-16...

  • Page 23: Section I: The Basics

    720 DSP Business Certification Meter Section I: The Basics www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 25: General Information

    (FAQs), bulletins and other technical information. You can also check this website for product updates. Trilithic technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Callers in North America can dial 1-317-895-3600 or 1-800-344-2412 (toll free). International callers should dial 1-317-895-3600 or fax questions to 1-317-895-3613.

  • Page 26: How This Manual Is Organized

    Business Services Meter How this Manual is Organized Thank you for choosing the 720 DSP. This manual is provided with the 720 DSP to help the user become better acquainted with the device and to become productive faster. Each section is written as though the user is familiar with the basic operation of the instrument and is broken into chapters for each function.

  • Page 27: Conventions Used In This Manual

    A CAUTION alerts you to any condition that could cause a mechanical failure or potential loss of data. A WARNING alerts you to any condition that could cause personal injury. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-5 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 28: Precautions

    A strong electromagnetic field may affect the measurement accuracy of the 720 DSP. Use only the battery charger supplied with the 720 DSP. Use of any other charger may damage the battery. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 29 Damage caused by improper cleaning of the display screen will void the warranty of the 720 DSP. Never use abrasive pads, paper towels, tissue paper, or clothing to wipe the screen. If you do, these non-ultrasoft materials can cause permanent damage by scratching the screen or stripping the anti-glare coating off the screen.

  • Page 30: Recommended Software & Hardware

    Query, display, and delete test data ViewPoint Integrated Server Package with WFM Module ViewPoint Integrated Server Package with WFM Module is a server-based software application with a web browser interface that supports advanced 720 DSP configuration and data management as follows: •...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2 Introduction

    The 720 DSP can perform either roundtrip or one-way measurements of Key Parameter Index (KPI) for full Ethernet service testing. With constant payload testing for Layer 2 through Layer 4, the 720 DSP is built for verification of both Ethernet Service Level Agreement (SLA) and Quality of Service (QoS) metrics.

  • Page 32: Next Generation Features

    Leaving less room for entry error, this new simple user interface can translate into less training and more efficient time in the field for techs. Although the 720 DSP comes equipped with all of the required troubleshooting tools for an advanced maintenance...

  • Page 33: Justify Roi

    & service management. Total System Management PC Browser Combining the 720 DSP meter in the field with the new ViewPoint Integrated Server in the back office, managers now have simplified access to intelligent management tools for monitoring,...

  • Page 34: Standard Interfaces

    The 720 DSP includes all of the following advanced measurement functions standard: Frequency Domain Reflectometer This feature enables the 720 DSP to provide a simple, convenient and accurate tool for determining the distance to cable faults by sending a sweep into the cable and analyzing the complex reflected wave to determine the distance to various sources of reflection (opens, shorts, splitters, etc.).

  • Page 35: Forward Spectrum Analysis

    Bluetooth for remote control of the meter during operation. This package includes a software activation key for the BCA option on the 720 DSP and a Class II Mini Bluetooth Adapter (v2.1) with a 10 meter range for speeds up to 3 Mbps. This option is compatible with the iPad and iPhones that have device tethering enabled by the service provider.
  • Page 36 Business Services Meter Traffic Control Plus This feature enables the 720 DSP to provide users with the ability to troubleshoot the upstream in a bonded channel environment. This feature can be used to see impairments with ease and sort traffic from ingress within a bursty upstream.

  • Page 37: Getting To Know Your 720 Dsp

    Touchscreen Stylus with Tether • AC to DC Power Adapter & Battery Charger • AC US Power Cable Replacement Parts The following replacement parts are available for the 720 DSP: Part Number Description 0090061000 Li-ION Replacement Battery (Replacement Requires 2 Batteries) 2131570000...

  • Page 38: Field Accessories

    The following software is available for the 720 DSP: Part Number Description 0930208000 ViewPoint Express Configuration Software for the 720 DSP 2011657000 ViewPoint Integrated Server with WFM Module for the 720 DSP 0930144000 ACTS™ software for high speed network testing 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-16...

  • Page 39: Gigabit Ethernet Testing Accessories

    Business Services Meter Gigabit Ethernet Testing Accessories The following Gigabit Ethernet testing accessories are available for the 720 DSP: Part Number Description TLB-GbE – This is an ethernet loop back device that operates as a companion to the 720 DSP, 720 DSP & MetroNet 5021 for remote...

  • Page 40: A Guided Tour Of The 720 Dsp

    Business Services Meter A Guided Tour of the 720 DSP Front View RF Input Connector Touch Screen LCD Softkeys Back Button Arrow Buttons Power Button Enter Button Water Resistant Speaker Function Button 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-18...

  • Page 41: Rear View

    Business Services Meter Rear View RF Input Connector Internal Wi-Fi Antenna (2 dB Gain) Identification Label (S/N, FCC ID & Notice) 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-19 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 42: Top View

    Protective Rubber Door with Magnetic Closure In the image above, the protective rubber door is in the open position for illustrative purposes. This door should remain closed when not using any of these ports. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-20...

  • Page 43: Right Side View

    This door should remain closed when not using any of these ports. Only one of the Gigabit Ethernet interface can be selected for testing, both the Electrical and Optical port cannot be used simultaneously. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-21 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 44: Protective Carrying Case

    Business Services Meter Protective Carrying Case The 720 DSP includes a protective carrying case with the following features: • Molded form-fit design that includes an impact resistant foam core with coated ballistic nylon finish to provide maximum protection • High-strength zipper to ensure secure closure •...

  • Page 45: Optical Transceiver Installation & Removal

    2. Insert the optical transceiver into the GigE port on the right side of Label the 720 DSP. Be sure to insert the optical transceiver with the SFP label facing the back of the device.

  • Page 46: Cleaning The Display Screen

    For correct cleaning of the display, follow these four simple steps: 1. Turn off the 720 DSP before you begin. If the screen is dark, it will be easier to see any areas that aren’t clean.

  • Page 47: Battery Charging

    3 hours or to trickle charge the battery while the instrument is in use. Plug the power adapter & battery charger into the DC charge port of the 720 DSP on the bottom of the instrument under a protective cover.

  • Page 48: Basic Navigation & Control

    Business Services Meter Basic Navigation & Control Startup Once the instrument’s battery is charged, you may startup the 720 DSP by pressing the Power button at the bottom left of the keypad. Upon startup one of the following will occur: •...

  • Page 49: Sleep Mode

    Business Services Meter Sleep Mode The sleep mode is used to conserve power by putting the 720 DSP to sleep when not in use. This also allows the 720 DSP to be turned back on quickly when moving from one test...

  • Page 50: Shutdown

    Business Services Meter Shutdown Shutdown allows the 720 DSP to be turned off at the end of the work day to conserve power. Automatic Shutdown The 720 DSP will automatically enable the automatic shutdown mode to conserve power after the 720 DSP has been idle for a specified period of time.

  • Page 51: Display Screen

    DSP menus and show information when the instrument is performing tests. On the Autotest, Troubleshoot, Setup, and Utility menus, the right side of the message bar displays network connection icons to indicate which types of network connections are currently active. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-29 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 52: Main Display Area

    If multiple user profiles are enabled, the Welcome to the 720 DSP screen will always be displayed upon startup as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 53: Softkey Labels

    Return Spectrum Measurements – Peak Hold and Limit Set commands. • File Explorer – Database Backup/Restore, File Delete/Export, Sort by Name/Type/Date-Time/Size and Save Logs commands. • Web Browser – Back, Menu, Home and Refresh commands. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-31 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 54: Selecting On-Screen Items

    For more information on how to calibrate the touchscreen, see Section II: Setup, Chapter 5: Touchscreen Calibration. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-32...

  • Page 55: Main Keypad

    Function Button The Function button can be selected at any time to display a pop-up menu with additional functions. These functions vary from capturing screens for future reference to saving configuration files. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-33 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 56: Using The Virtual Keyboard

    To delete existing text, use the Back softkey. Once you have finished making changes, select the Done softkey to save your changes and exit or select the Back button on the keyboard to exit without saving your changes. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-34...

  • Page 57: Chapter 4 Function Menu

    The Title Bar will be highlighted in red and display Paused until the pause meter function is disabled. To exit the pause meter function, press the Back button. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-35 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 58: Toggle Flashlight

    To manually toggle the LED flash light off, press the Function button and then select the Toggle Flashlight function again. To adjust the Flashlight Delay, see Section II: Setup, Chapter 3: Meter Configuration, Interface Settings. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-36...
  • Page 59 Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. To view the files saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP, see Section II: Setup, Chapter 4: File Management. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-37 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 60: Network Manager

    • Bluetooth – This enables Bluetooth communications via an optional USB Bluetooth adapter. See the following sections for more information on how to enable each type of connection. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-38...

  • Page 61: Connection Indicators

    Bluetooth – This symbol indicates the Bluetooth connection is currently active. GigE Electrical – This symbol indicates the 10/100/1000 GigE Electrical connection is currently active. GigE Optical – This symbol indicates the 10/100/1000 GiGE Optical connection is currently active. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-39 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 62: Disconnect A Network Connection

    Cable Modem to Ethernet Mode. Perform the following steps to connect using the DOCSIS cable modem: 1. Connect the cable drop to the RF Input Connector of the 720 DSP. 2. Select the DOCSIS connection button from the Network Manager window as shown in the image to the right.
  • Page 63 A static IP of 192.168.100.2 will be assigned to the cable modem during the connection process if the Bypass IP option is set to Yes from within the Cable Modem Settings option of the Setup Menu. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-41 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 64: Ethernet Connection (10/100 Mbps

    Cable Modem to Ethernet Mode. Perform the following steps to connect using the Ethernet connection: 1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of the 720 DSP. 2. Select the Ethernet connection button from the Network Manager window as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 65: Wi-Fi Connection

    If the Prompt User option is set to No from within the Wi-Fi Settings option of the Setup Menu, the Wi-Fi Settings window will not appear. If so, proceed to Step 3. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-43 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 66 Message Bar. 6. Return to the Network Manager window to view the SSID, MAC, IP, Subnet, Gateway, and DNS of the Wi-Fi connection as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-44...

  • Page 67: Gigabit Ethernet Connection (10/100/1000 Mbps

    Perform the following steps to connect using the Gigabit Ethernet connection: 1. Connect an Ethernet cable to either the Electrical or Optical 10/100/1000 Ethernet port on the right side of the 720 DSP. 2. Select the GigE connection button from the Network Manager window as shown in the image to the right.
  • Page 68 Message Bar. 6. Return to the Network Manager window to view the MAC, IP, Subnet, Gateway, and DNS of the Ethernet connection as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page I-46...

  • Page 69: Bluetooth Connection (Optional

    1. Make sure the iPad is turned on and the Bluetooth is enabled. 2. Insert the USB Bluetooth adapter into the USB port of the 720 DSP. 3. Select the Bluetooth connection button from the Network Manager window as shown in the image to the right.
  • Page 70 8. If the iPad that you are connecting to has never been paired with the 720 DSP, a window will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 9. Once the 720 DSP connects to...
  • Page 71 Message Bar. 11. Return to the Network Manager window to view the MAC, IP, Subnet, Gateway, and DNS of the Bluetooth connection as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-49 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 72: Docsis Cable Modem To Ethernet Connection

    DOCSIS connection is enabled. Otherwise, the DOCSIS connection will not operate properly. Perform the following steps to route the 720 DSP Ethernet connection through the internal cable modem for connection to a PC: 1. Connect the cable drop to the RF Input Connector of the 720 DSP.
  • Page 73 5. The icon of the active connection will be displayed in the Message Bar. 6. Press the Function button and select the Cable Modem to RJ45 function from the Function menu as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page I-51 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 74 9. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet Port of a PC. 10. The 720 DSP should now be routing the cable modem data through the Ethernet Port to the connected PC. To exit this function, perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 75: Log Off User

    To log off, select the Log Off User function from the Function menu as shown in the image to the right. The Welcome to the 720 DSP screen will be displayed, from this screen you can now log in as a different user.

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  • Page 77: Chapter 5 Remote Access

    • Remote Control – This is used to display a web page with a control layout similar to the 720 DSP. From this page you can control almost any function of the 720 DSP. •...

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  • Page 79: Section Ii: Setup Menu

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  • Page 81: Chapter 1 Overview

    Introduction Select the Setup softkey to display the Setup menu as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP enables you to select from numerous instrument setup functions. These functions allows you to view, edit, and adjust information and setup parameters for the meter.

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  • Page 83: Instrument Information

    Trilithic factory and cannot be changed by the user. The serial number also appears on a label on the back side of the 720 DSP. Please provide this number when requesting an RMA for troubleshooting, service, calibration, or repair.

  • Page 84: Version Information

    When the 720 DSP is sent in for calibration, this information will be automatically updated. You should schedule the 720 DSP for calibration every two years.

  • Page 85: Network Information

    Memory Information Select the Memory Information button to display details of the memory available and used on the 720 DSP. This information is automatically updated as files are saved and stored in the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-7 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 86: Option Information

    720 DSP. This information is automatically updated as options are added to the 720 DSP. After initial sale, most options can be simply added with the purchase of an option activation code. For more information, call your sales representative or Trilithic at 800-344-2412.

  • Page 87: Option Activation

    Trilithic at 800-344-2412. Unit ID Select the Unit ID softkey to view the asset number that is associated with this 720 DSP serial number. The asset number is securely assigned using the ViewPoint WFM Module. Select the OK button to exit this window.

  • Page 88: Function Menu Options

    Boot Parameters Select the Boot Parameters button to view the more information about the boot parameters of the 720 DSP. The boot parameters will be displayed in the right side of the Information screen. This information is used for advanced troubleshooting by Trilithic technical support.

  • Page 89: Modem Logging

    The log timer will be displayed in the right side of the status bar. Once you are ready to stop modem logging, Press the Function button again and then select the Stop Modem Log button. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-11 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 90: Detect Issues

    Business Services Meter Detect Issues Select the Detect Issues button to detect any file system issues of the 720 DSP. Any detected file system issues will be displayed in the right side of the Information screen. This information is used for advanced troubleshooting by Trilithic technical support.

  • Page 91: Meter Configuration

    Gigabit Ethernet All changes that are made in this mode are automatically saved and optional items will be grayed out and cannot be configured if they are not installed in the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-13 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 92: Global Settings

    Select the Global button as shown in the image to the right to adjust the global settings for all users of the 720 DSP. The Global Settings screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the global settings of the 720 DSP.

  • Page 93: Operating Level

    Business Services Meter Operating Level The Operator Level setting is used to control whether the 720 DSP is operating in its normal mode or in an advanced logging mode. The logging mode is used for advanced troubleshooting by Trilithic technical support.

  • Page 94: Tethering Control

    Business Services Meter Tethering Control The Direct to Tethered setting is used to control whether the 720 DSP automatically enters its tethered mode upon startup/login. The default setting for Direct to Tethered is No, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following preset values: •...

  • Page 95: Language

    Business Services Meter Language The 720 DSP can be equipped to work in various languages. The default language is English, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following languages. • English • Spanish • Portuguese • Chinese •...

  • Page 96: Current Date/Time

    Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the current time in the hh:mm:ss format. Select the Done softkey again to save the current date and time or Press the Back button at any time to exit without saving the changes. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-18...

  • Page 97: Timezone

    Business Services Meter Timezone The Timezone setting allows you to set the time zone of the 720 DSP. This is useful when using the instrument in areas that automatically adjust their local time based on Daylight Savings Time (DST). Press the Enter button and the Set Timezone window will be displayed as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 98: User Settings

    This information is added to every data log and is displayed on the welcome screen of the 720 DSP as shown in the image to the right. These parameters can be set directly from your instrument or using the ViewPoint WFM Module.

  • Page 99: User Name

    User Name The User Name setting is used to set the user name for the user profile that is currently logged into the 720 DSP. This information is displayed on the welcome screen and is added to every data log, measurement, job, and autotest.

  • Page 100: Company

    Company The Company setting is used to set the company name for the user profile that is currently logged into the 720 DSP. This information is displayed on the welcome screen and is added to every data log, measurement, job, and autotest.

  • Page 101: Tech Id

    Tech ID The Tech ID setting is used to set the technician ID for the user profile that is currently logged into the 720 DSP. This information is displayed on the welcome screen and is added to every data log, measurement, job, and autotest.

  • Page 102: Interface Settings

    These parameters can be set directly from your instrument or using the ViewPoint WFM Module. For instructions regarding setup using ViewPoint, please refer to the ViewPoint Operation Manual. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-24...

  • Page 103: Lcd Dimming Delay

    Upon any button press, the LCD will automatically brighten and the delay timer will restart. Whenever the 720 DSP is being powered by the AC to DC power adapter & battery charger, the LCD dimming delay will be deactivated automatically.

  • Page 104: Sleep Mode Delay

    720 DSP from sleep mode. The sleep mode delay timer will automatically restart. Whenever the 720 DSP is being powered by the AC to DC power adapter & battery charger, the sleep mode delay will be deactivated automatically.

  • Page 105: Turn Off Delay

    Turn Off Delay The Turn Off Delay setting is used to conserve power by automatically turning off the device after the 720 DSP has been idle for a specified period of time. The default setting for the turn off delay is 1 Hour.

  • Page 106: Flashlight Delay

    The default setting for Keypad Beeps is Yes, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following preset values: Select Yes to hear the keypad • beeps. • Select No to mute the keypad beeps. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-28...

  • Page 107: Keypad Delay

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 50 mSecond increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the keypad rate as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-29 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 108: Temperature Units

    Business Services Meter Temperature Units The Temperature Units setting is used to set the default temperature units to display on the 720 DSP. The default setting for Temperature Units is Celsius, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following preset values: •...

  • Page 109: Job & Workorder Id Length

    The Job/Workorder ID Length setting is used to set the maximum number of characters to display for jobs and workorders on the 720 DSP. The default setting for the job and workorder ID length is 6 Characters. The character length can be set from a minimum of 6 characters up to a maximum of 32 characters.

  • Page 110: Language

    Business Services Meter Language The 720 DSP can be equipped to work in various languages. The default language is defined by the Global menu and shows here as Meter Default, but can be adjusted per user. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following languages.

  • Page 111: Icon Size

    720 DSP. The default setting for Icon Size is Large, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following preset values: • Large • Small Large Icons Small Icons 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-33 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 112: Measurement Settings

    Measurement Settings Select the Measure button as shown in the image to the right to adjust the measurement settings for the 720 DSP. The Measure screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the measurement settings of the 720 DSP.

  • Page 113: Analog Noise Bandwidth

    0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the analog noise bandwidth as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-35 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 114: Optimal Modulation

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.1% increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the optimal modulation as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-36...

  • Page 115: Velocity Of Propagation

    The Hum Type setting is used to set the default hum type for testing. The default setting for Hum Type is 60 Hz, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following preset values: • 60 Hz • 50 Hz 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-37 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 116: Channel Plan Management

    Select the Channel Plan button as shown in the image to the right to manage channel plans on the 720 DSP. Channel Plans and Limit Sets created/modified on the 720 DSP can only be used in the Troubleshooting menu. Autotests require ViewPoint WFM Module Channel Plans and Limit Sets.

  • Page 117: Create A New Channel Plan

    Cancel button to exit without creating a new channel plan. 5. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the name of the new channel plan as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-39 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 118: Open An Existing Channel Plan

    5. The selected channel plan and its channels are displayed as shown below (right). Use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight specific channels for editing or removal. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-40...

  • Page 119: Adding Channels To A Channel Plan

    Business Services Meter Adding Channels to a Channel Plan The 720 DSP comes pre loaded with four different channel presets; NTSC, PAL G, Dig Video, and DOCSIS. Perform the following steps to add a channel to the channel plan: 1. Use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight the row above the location to add the new channel.

  • Page 120: Editing A Channel

    The Channel ID setting is used to number the selected channel. Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the channel number as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-42...

  • Page 121: Favorites Selection

    The Channel Name setting is used to name the selected channel. Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the channel name as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-43 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 122: Channel Type

    The Channel Type setting is used to select the type of channel and available channel settings. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following types of channels as shown in the images below: • Single • Analog • Digital 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-44...

  • Page 123: Single Channel Properties

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-45 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 124: Analog Channel Properties

    Channel Standard The Channel Standard setting is used to select the analog encoding standard. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following standards: • NTSC • PAL B/I/D/N/M/G/H/K • SECAM B/L/D/G/H/I/K 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-46...

  • Page 125: Center Frequency

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-47 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 126: Bandwidth

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.100 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the bandwidth as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-48...

  • Page 127: Video Frequency

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-49 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 128: Audio Frequency

    The default setting for Scrambled is No, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following preset values: • Select Yes if the channel is scrambled. Select No if the channel is not • scrambled. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-50...

  • Page 129: Digital Channel Properties

    Channel Standard The Channel Standard setting is used to select the digital encoding standard. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select from the following standards: • Arbitrary • Annex A/B/C 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-51 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 130: Center Frequency

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-52...

  • Page 131: Bandwidth

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.100 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the bandwidth as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-53 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 132: Modulation

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.001 MSPS increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the symbol rate as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-54...

  • Page 133: Docsis

    • Select No if the channel is not a DOCSIS channel. Channel Presets The 720 DSP comes pre loaded with four different channel presets as shown in the image to the right. After editing custom channels you may find it useful to save your own preset channels.

  • Page 134: Save An Open Channel Plan

    3. The channel plan will be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. Save an Open Channel Plan with a New Name After editing an open channel plan, you can save the channel plan with a new name. This...

  • Page 135: Limit Set Management

    ViewPoint WFM Module. For instructions regarding setup using ViewPoint, see the ViewPoint Operation Manual. From within the Limit Set screen, use the arrow buttons on the keypad to navigate through the list of channels. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-57 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 136: Create A New Limit Set

    Cancel button to exit without creating a new limit set. 5. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the name of the new limit set as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-58...

  • Page 137: Open An Existing Limit Set

    4. Select the name of the limit set that you would like to open. 5. The selected limit set and its thresholds are displayed as shown below (right). Use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight specific thresholds for editing or removal. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-59 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 138: Removing Limits From A Limit Set

    Remove softkey. Knowing Your Limits When the 720 DSP performs testing versus a limit set it, immediately display the pass/fail status for each measurement criteria that you have set. To meet a minimum limit, the measured values must be equal to or greater than the minimum limit.
  • Page 139 Post Bit Error – This sets the maximum post error correction bit errors. • Tilt Level – This sets the minimum and maximum Tilt level. • Launch Level – This sets the minimum and maximum cable modem launch levels. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-61 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 140 • Lost Packets – This sets the maximum lost packet rate while performing a ping measurement. • Ping Time – This sets the maximum ping time while performing a ping measurement. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-62...

  • Page 141: Editing Limit(S

    Use the left/right arrow buttons to highlight the threshold that you would like to change. Use the up/down arrow buttons or select the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the threshold. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-63 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 142: Save An Open Limit Set

    3. The limit set will be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. Save an Open Limit Set with a New Name After editing an open limit set, you can save the limit set with a new name. This function is useful for duplicating an existing limit set.

  • Page 143: Ethernet Settings

    Ethernet Settings Select the Ethernet button as shown in the image to the right to view/edit the Ethernet settings for the 720 DSP. The Ethernet screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the Ethernet connection settings.

  • Page 144: Prompt User

    Automatic. • Select IPv4 Static to manually enter the network settings. In this mode, all of the network settings must be manually adjusted as shown in the following sections. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-66...

  • Page 145: Address / Prefix

    IP address of the network connection. Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the IP Address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-67 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 146: Subnet / Netmask

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the subnet address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-68...

  • Page 147: Gateway / Route

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the gateway address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-69 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 148: Primary Dns

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the primary DNS address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-70...

  • Page 149: Secondary Dns

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the secondary DNS address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-71 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 150: Cable Modem Settings

    Cable Modem Settings Select the Cable Modem button as shown in the image to the right to view/edit the cable modem settings for the 720 DSP. The Cable Modem screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the cable modem connection settings.

  • Page 151: Prompt User

    Select No to automatically connect Use the default network settings. Bypass IP The Bypass IP setting is used to set whether the 720 DSP obtains an IP address from the DHCP server when connecting. The default setting for Bypass IP is Yes,...

  • Page 152: Certificate

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 1.000 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the primary frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-74...

  • Page 153: Docsis Mode

    The Annex Mode setting is used to set the Annex mode of the CMTS that the cable modem will connect to. The default setting for Annex Mode is Automatic and will be automatically determined during login. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-75 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 154: Upstream Id

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 1 unit increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the upstream ID as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-76...

  • Page 155: Level Correction

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the value in 0.1 dB increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the level correction as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-77 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 156: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Select the Wi-Fi button as shown in the image to the right to view/edit the Wi-Fi settings for the 720 DSP. The Wi-Fi screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the Wi-Fi connection settings.

  • Page 157: Current Ssid

    SSID of the default Wi-Fi network. Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the SSID of the Wi-Fi network. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-79 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 158: Current Password

    Wi-Fi network. Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the password of the Wi-Fi network. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-80...

  • Page 159: Current Security

    WPA/WPA2 – This is either the Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK, TKIP) with a 256 bit key (64 hexadecimal digits) or Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2-PSK) security protocol with a passphrase of 8 to 63 ACSII characters. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-81 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 160: Select Default Access Point

    The Continue window will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Select the OK button to continue or select the Cancel button to exit without setting the default access point. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-82...

  • Page 161: Delete A Saved Access Point

    The Continue window will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Select the OK button to continue or select the Cancel button to exit without deleting the saved access point. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-83 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 162: Bluetooth Settings (Optional

    Bluetooth Settings (OPTIONAL) Select the Bluetooth button as shown in the image to the right to view/edit the Bluetooth settings for the 720 DSP. The Bluetooth screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the Bluetooth connection settings.

  • Page 163: Gigabit Ethernet Settings

    Gigabit Ethernet Settings Select the GigE button as shown in the image to the right to view/edit the Gigabit Ethernet settings for the 720 DSP. The GigE screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to modify the Gigabit Ethernet connection settings.

  • Page 164: Ip Mode

    Automatic. • Select IPv4 Static to manually enter the network settings. In this mode, all of the network settings must be manually adjusted as shown in the following sections. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-86...

  • Page 165: Address / Prefix

    IP address of the network connection. Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the IP Address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-87 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 166: Subnet / Netmask

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the subnet address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-88...

  • Page 167: Gateway / Route

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the gateway address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-89 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 168: Primary Dns

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the primary DNS address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-90...

  • Page 169: Secondary Dns

    Press the Enter button and the Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the secondary DNS address in the ###.###.###.### format. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-91 www.trilithic.com...

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  • Page 171: Chapter 4 File Management

    Select the Files icon as shown in the image to the right to view the files that are stored in the internal memory of the 720 DSP. The File Explorer screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to perform the following actions: •...

  • Page 172: Database Backup

    Business Services Meter Database Backup Backup to Internal Memory Perform the following steps to backup the 720 DSP database file to the internal memory of the 720 DSP: 1. Select the Database softkey. 2. From the Database pop-up menu, select the Backup button as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 173: Backup To Usb Flash Drive

    Business Services Meter Backup to USB Flash Drive Perform the following steps to backup the 720 DSP database file to a USB flash drive: 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port of the 720 DSP. 2. Press the Function button and...

  • Page 174: Database Restore

    Database Restore Restore from Internal Memory Perform the following steps to restore the 720 DSP database file from the internal memory of the 720 DSP: 1. Select the Database softkey. 2. From the Database pop-up menu, select the Restore button as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 175: Restore From Usb Flash Drive

    Business Services Meter Restore from USB Flash Drive Perform the following steps to restore the 720 DSP database file from a USB flash drive: 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port of the 720 DSP. 2. Press the Function button and...

  • Page 176: Cloning Meter Settings To A New Meter

    Business Services Meter Cloning Meter Settings to a New Meter Perform the following steps to clone all files from one 720 DSP to another: 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port of the meter to clone. 2. Press the Function button and select the Activate USB Power function as shown in the image to the right.
  • Page 177 9. Login to an existing user or create a new user on the new meter to clone to. 10. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port of the new meter to clone to. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-99 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 178 12. The power to the USB flash drive is activated and the drive is now mounted to the file system as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP is now capable of transferring files to and from the USB flash drive.

  • Page 179: Import Viewpoint Files From A Usb Flash Drive

    3. The power to the USB flash drive is activated and the drive is now mounted to the file system as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP is now capable of transferring files to and from the USB flash drive.
  • Page 180 9. The Message Bar will indicate a successful import from the flash drive by displaying the text “Imported / media/sda1/<file_name>” as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-102...

  • Page 181: Export A File

    3. The power to the USB flash drive is activated and the drive is now mounted to the file system as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP is now capable of transferring files to and from the USB flash drive.
  • Page 182 8. Later when you are ready to import, you will see the file listed in the ViewPoint files on the USB flash drive, as shown here. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-104...

  • Page 183: Export All Files

    3. The power to the USB flash drive is activated and the drive is now mounted to the file system as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP is now capable of transferring files to and from the USB flash drive.
  • Page 184 9. Later when you are ready to import, you will see the file listed in the ViewPoint files on the USB flash drive, as shown here. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-106...

  • Page 185: Delete Files

    Business Services Meter Delete Files Perform the following steps to delete files from the internal memory of the 720 DSP: 1. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the file that you want to delete. 2. Select the File softkey. 3. From the File pop-up menu, select the Delete button as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 186: Delete Web Browser Cookies & Cache

    Business Services Meter Delete Web Browser Cookies & Cache Perform the following steps to delete the web browser cache file from the internal memory of the 720 DSP: 1. To select the browser cache file, use the arrow buttons to highlight the file named “browser”...

  • Page 187: Save Log File

    Save to Internal Memory This function is used primarily for hands-on factory and repair center troubleshooting. Perform the following steps to save the 720 DSP log file to the internal memory of the 720 DSP: 1. Select the Save Log softkey.

  • Page 188: Save To Usb Flash Drive

    This function is used primarily for remote troubleshooting with the Trilithic Applications Support Department. This file can be emailed to Trilithic for advanced troubleshooting. Perform the following steps to save the 720 DSP log file to a USB flash drive: 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port of the 720 DSP.

  • Page 189: Function Menu Options

    Activate USB Power This function is used to activate power to the USB flash drive inserted into the USB port of the 720 DSP. The USB flash drive must be enabled before being able to be used. Select the Activate USB Power button from the Function menu.

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  • Page 191: Touchscreen Calibration

    Overview Select the Cal Touch icon as shown in the image to the right to calibrate the touchscreen of the 720 DSP. The Calibrate Touchscreen screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to perform a touchscreen calibration or disable the touchscreen.

  • Page 192: Disable Touchscreen

    Business Services Meter Disable Touchscreen Perform the following steps to disable the 720 DSP touchscreen: 1. Select the Disable softkey. 2. The Disable Touch Screen window will be displayed as shown below. 3. Select the Yes button to disable the touchscreen or select the No button to exit without disabling the touchscreen.

  • Page 193: Calibrate Touchscreen

    Business Services Meter Calibrate Touchscreen Perform the following steps to calibrate the 720 DSP touchscreen: 1. Select the Calibrate softkey. 2. The Calibrate Touchscreen window will be displayed as shown to the right. 3. Select the Yes button to calibrate...

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  • Page 195: Firmware Updates

    End User License Agreement (EULA) by selecting the Accept softkey. Before updating the firmware, make sure the battery is fully charged or the meter is powered via the AC to DC Power Adapter & Battery Charger. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page II-117 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 196: Update Firmware From Website

    Business Services Meter Update Firmware from Website Perform the following steps to update the 720 DSP firmware from a website: 1. Make sure you are connected to the network via the Network Manager in the Function menu. 2. Select the Accept softkey.

  • Page 197: Update Firmware From A Usb Flash Drive

    For the latest firmware, contact Trilithic Applications Engineering at support@trilithic.com. Perform the following steps to update the 720 DSP firmware from a USB flash drive: 1. Insert a USB flash drive into the USB port of the 720 DSP.
  • Page 198 Select the Install softkey to install the firmware file. 6. Once the installation is finished, the 720 DSP will automatically restart with the new firmware. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page II-120...

  • Page 199: Section Iii: Autotest Menu

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  • Page 201: Chapter 1 Overview

    Introduction Select the Autotest softkey to display Autotest menu as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP enables you to view, create, and edit jobs as well as execute autotests on the meter. This section will provide you with instructions...
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  • Page 203: Viewpoint Data Connection

    ViewPoint WFM Module. After you select the key entry field, use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the secure key as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page III-5 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 204 Business Services Meter Once you have entered the secure key, select the Go to ViewPoint button as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-6...

  • Page 205: Viewpoint Sync

    Screen Shots Select the Sync softkey to perform the following functions: • Download all of the new/updated configuration files to the 720 DSP • Upload all of the test data files to the ViewPoint WFM Module When the sync is finished, the text Sync succeeded will be displayed in the Message Bar.
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  • Page 207: Chapter 3 Job Management

    Business Services Meter Overview Select the Jobs icon as shown in the image to the right to manage jobs on the 720 DSP. The Job Management screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to perform the following actions: •...

  • Page 208: Create A New Job

    “wYYYYMMDDHHMMSS”. By default, the Channel Plan field will be populated with the last used channel plan provided that it still exists on the instrument. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-10...

  • Page 209: Close An Open Job

    (left). If the job is incomplete, use the Virtual Keyboard, enter any comments for the job. The Job Management screen will automatically refresh to display the closed status of the job as shown in the image below (right). 720 DSP Operation Manual Page III-11 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 210: Open A Closed Job

    From the Job Management screen, select the Open softkey to open the highlighted job. The Job Management screen will automatically refresh to display the open status of the job as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-12...

  • Page 211: Delete An Existing Job

    OK button to delete the job or select the Cancel button to exit without deleting the job. The Job Management screen will automatically refresh to remove the deleted job as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page III-13 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 212: Function Menu Options

    Press the Function button. Select the Change Channel Plan button from the Function menu as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-14...

  • Page 213: Changing Comments Of An Existing Job

    Business Services Meter If there is more than one channel plan on the 720 DSP, the Channel Plan window will be displayed as shown in the image below (left). Select the name of the channel plan that you would like to assign to the selected job.
  • Page 214 Function menu as shown in the image to the right. The Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the comments for the selected job. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-16...

  • Page 215: Chapter 4 Using Autotests

    The Autotest screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you execute autotests at multiple locations for each job on the 720 DSP. The Autotest screen displays the Autotest Name, Job, Channel Plan, and Tech ID above the test locations.
  • Page 216 ViewPoint WFM Module Channel Plans and Limit Sets. You can retest any location that fails as many times as you like but once a required location passes and only one test is required, you are done with that location. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-18...

  • Page 217: Location Pass/Fail Indicators

    This icon indicates that all of the measurements for this test location have passed the measurement thresholds. This icon indicates that one or more of the measurements for this test location have failed the measurement thresholds. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page III-19 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 218: Executing An Autotest

    If you save the test passing results and the location is set to test only once, you will not be allowed to run this test again. You can always re-run failed tests as the premises are repaired. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page III-20...

  • Page 219: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    This icon indicates that all of the measurements for this test have passed the measurement thresholds. This icon indicates that one or more of the measurements for this test have failed the measurement thresholds. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page III-21 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 221: Section Iv: Troubleshoot Menu

    720 DSP Business Certification Meter Section IV: Troubleshoot Menu www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 223: Chapter 1 Overview

    Introduction Select the Troubleshoot softkey to display the Troubleshoot menu as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP enables you to troubleshoot installation issues using the functions within this menu. This section will provide you with instructions...
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  • Page 225: Chapter 2 Level Measurement

    Select the Level icon as shown in the image to the right to perform channel measurements on the 720 DSP. The Level screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen allows you to perform measurements on the following types of channels: •...

  • Page 226: Opening A Channel Plan

    After selecting the channel plan, the Level screen will be displayed again. The Channel Plan window will be bypassed if there is only one channel plan to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-6...

  • Page 227: Opening A Limit Set

    After selecting the limit set, the Level screen will be displayed again. The Limit Set window will be bypassed if there is only one limit set to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-7 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 228: Removing A Limit Set

    Select the Remove button from the Limit Set pop-up menu and the pass/fail results will no longer be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-8...

  • Page 229: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the high limit measurement threshold. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the low limit measurement threshold. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-9 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 230: Analog Channel Measurement

    The following measurement results are displayed with a pass/fail status for each measurement that is included in the open limit set: • Video level value with bar graph • Audio level value with bar graph • Video/Audio delta value • C/N value 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-10...

  • Page 231: Reference Level Adjustment

    1 dBmV increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-11 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 232: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the channel number in 1 channel increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the channel number as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-12...

  • Page 233: Video Frequency Adjustment

    0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the video frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-13 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 234: Audio Frequency Adjustment

    0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the audio frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-14...

  • Page 235: Display Type Adjustment

    • Video level value with bar graph • Audio level value with bar graph • Video/Audio delta value • C/N value 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-15 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 236: Hum

    • 60 Hz level value with bar graph • 120 Hz level value with bar graph • < 1 kHz (low frequency) level value with bar graph 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-16...

  • Page 237: Go To Spectrum

    50 to 1000 MHz with DSP spectrum snapshots to give a view of any downstream channels. For more information on Forward Spectrum, see Chapter 4: Spectrum Analysis, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-17 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 238: Go To Scan

    For more information on Channel Plan Scan, see Chapter 3: Channel Plan Scan, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-18...

  • Page 239: Digital Channel Measurement

    Vertical Scale (adjustable) • Channel Number (adjustable) • Channel Name • Digital Video Frequency (adjustable) • Channel Bandwidth (adjustable) • Modulation Type (adjustable) • Channel Standard (adjustable) • Symbol Rate (adjustable) • Display Type (adjustable) 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-19 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 240: Reference Level Adjustment

    Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. The Reference Level adjustment is only available when the measurement display is set to the bar graph. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-20...

  • Page 241: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the channel number in 1 channel increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the channel number as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-21 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 242: Digital Video Frequency Adjustment

    0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the digital video frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-22...

  • Page 243: Channel Bandwidth Adjustment

    Highlight the modulation type field as shown in the image to the right. Then, use the up/down arrow buttons to select QPSK, 16 QAM, 32 QAM, 64 QAM, 128 QAM, or 256 QAM. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-23 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 244: Channel Standard Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the rate in 0.001 MSPS increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the bandwidth as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-24...

  • Page 245: Display Type Adjustment

    The following measurement results are displayed with a pass/fail status for each measurement that is included in the open limit set: • Digital channel level value with bar graph • Pre BER • Post BER • 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-25 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 246: Qam Constellation

    You can zoom in several levels. To return to the top level, select the Zoom Out button. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-26...

  • Page 247: Equalizer Tap

    The following measurement results are displayed with a pass/fail status for each measurement that is included in the open limit set: • Digital channel level value with bar graph • Pre BER • Post BER • 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-27 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 248: Bit-Error Rate

    • 60 Hz level value with bar graph • 120 Hz level value with bar graph • < 1 kHz (low frequency) level value with bar graph 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-28...

  • Page 249: Go To Spectrum

    50 to 1000 MHz with DSP spectrum snapshots to give a view of any downstream channels. For more information on Forward Spectrum, see Chapter 4: Spectrum Analysis, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-29 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 250: Go To Scan

    For more information on Channel Plan Scan, see Chapter 3: Channel Plan Scan, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-30...

  • Page 251: Go To Qam Evs (Optional

    QAM channel. For more information on QAM EVS, see Chapter 10: QAM Error Vector Spectrum Analysis, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-31 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 252: Single Carrier Channel Measurement

    1 dBmV increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-32...

  • Page 253: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the channel number in 1 channel increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the channel number as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-33 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 254: Center Frequency Adjustment

    0.050 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-34...

  • Page 255: Display Type Adjustment

    • Video level value with bar graph • Audio level value with bar graph • Video/Audio delta value • C/N value 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-35 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 256: Hum

    • 60 Hz level value with bar graph • 120 Hz level value with bar graph • < 1 kHz (low frequency) level value with bar graph 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-36...

  • Page 257: Go To Spectrum

    50 to 1000 MHz with DSP spectrum snapshots to give a view of any downstream channels. For more information on Forward Spectrum, see Chapter 4: Spectrum Analysis, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-37 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 258: Go To Scan

    For more information on Channel Plan Scan, see Chapter 3: Channel Plan Scan, later in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-38...

  • Page 259: Function Menu Options

    Select the Save Data Log button from the Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. If you have an open job, you can also save the test to the job by selecting Yes. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-39 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 260 If you don’t want to save the test to the open job, select No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-40...

  • Page 261: Test Point Compensation

    1 dB increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the loss value as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-41 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 262: Probe Loss

    Back button to return to the Level screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed to the right of the channel number, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-42...

  • Page 263: Save Preset

    Select the Save button to save the test point values as a preset. The Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter a name for the preset. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-43 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 264: Load Preset

    Back button to return to the Level screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed to the right of the channel number, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-44...

  • Page 265: Auto Range

    Business Services Meter Auto Range Select the Auto Range button from the Function menu to quickly bring off- scale signals onscreen by automatically adjusting the reference level and vertical resolution. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-45 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 267: Chapter 3 Channel Plan Scan

    The Channel Plan Scan screen will be displayed as shown in the images to the right. This screen allows you to perform a scan of all of the channels in the current channel plan. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-47 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 268: Opening A Channel Plan

    After selecting the channel plan, the Channel Plan Scan screen will be displayed again. The Channel Plan window will be bypassed if there is only one channel plan to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-48...

  • Page 269: Opening A Limit Set

    After selecting the limit set, the Channel Plan Scan screen will be displayed again. The Limit Set window will be bypassed if there is only one limit set to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-49 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 270: Removing A Limit Set

    Select the Remove button from the Limit Set pop-up menu and the pass/fail results will no longer be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-50...

  • Page 271: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    This icon indicates that the measurement limit set has failed. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the high limit measurement threshold. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the low limit measurement threshold. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-51 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 272: Display Type Adjustment

    Analog channels are represented by a solid blue bar, digital channels by a solid green bar, and single carrier channel by a solid gray bar. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-52...

  • Page 273: Text View

    Display pop-up menu to display the Level screen. The Level screen allows you to perform various types of channel measurements. For more information on Level measurement, see Chapter 2: Level Measurement, earlier in this section. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-53 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 274: Reference Level Adjustment

    Vertical Scale Adjustment Highlight the vertical scale field as shown in the image to the right. Then, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from a vertical scale of 1, 2, 5 or 10 dB/div. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-54...

  • Page 275: Tilt Measurement & Marker Adjustment

    • Analog – Channel number/name, video/audio frequencies, and video/ audio levels. • Digital – Channel number/name, digital video frequency, and level. • Single Carrier – Channel number/name, center frequency, and level. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-55 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 276: Function Menu Options

    Select the Save Data Log button from the Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. If you have an open job, you can also save the test to the job by selecting Yes. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-56...
  • Page 277 If you don’t want to save the test to the open job, select No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-57 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 278: Hide Marker Bar

    When the marker bar is hidden, select the Show Marker Bar button from the Function menu to show the marker bar. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-58...

  • Page 279: Test Point Compensation

    1 dB increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the loss value as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-59 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 280: Probe Loss

    When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Channel Plan Scan screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-60...

  • Page 281: Save Preset

    Select the Save button to save the test point values as a preset. The Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter a name for the preset. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-61 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 282: Load Preset

    When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Level screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-62...

  • Page 283: Auto Range

    Business Services Meter Auto Range Select the Auto Range button from the Function menu to quickly bring off- scale signals onscreen by automatically adjusting the reference level and vertical resolution. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-63 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 285: Chapter 4 Tilt Measurement

    360 DSP. The Plan Tilt screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. This screen shows the level difference between two selectable channels, shown by the colored markers. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-65 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 286: Opening A Channel Plan

    The Channel Plan window will be bypassed if there is only one channel plan to choose from. Tilt measurement only shows channels selected as favorites in the channel plan. You can select up to 14 channels as favorites. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-66...

  • Page 287: Opening A Limit Set

    After selecting the limit set, the Plan Tilt screen will be displayed again. The Limit Set window will be bypassed if there is only one limit set to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-67 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 288: Removing A Limit Set

    Select the Remove button from the Limit Set pop-up menu and the pass/fail results will no longer be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-68...

  • Page 289: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    This icon indicates that the measurement limit set has failed. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the high limit measurement threshold. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the low limit measurement threshold. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-69 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 290: Display Type Adjustment

    Text View Select the Text View button from the Display pop-up menu to display a text list of your favorites channels in the tilt measurement. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-70...

  • Page 291: Reference Level Adjustment

    Vertical Scale Adjustment Highlight the vertical scale field as shown in the image to the right. Then, use the up/down arrow buttons to select from a vertical scale of 1, 2, 5 or 10 dB/div. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-71 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 292: Tilt Measurement & Marker Adjustment

    • Analog – Channel number/name, video/audio frequencies, and video/ audio levels. • Digital – Channel number/name, digital video frequency, and level. • Single Carrier – Channel number/ name, center frequency, and level. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-72...

  • Page 293: Function Menu Options

    Select the Save Data Log button from the Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. If you have an open job, you can also save the test to the job by selecting Yes. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-73 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 294 If you don’t want to save the test to the open job, select No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 360 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-74...

  • Page 295: Hide Marker Bar

    When the marker bar is hidden, select the Show Marker Bar button from the Function menu to show the marker bar. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-75 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 296: Test Point Compensation

    1 dB increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the loss value as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-76...

  • Page 297: Probe Loss

    When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Channel Plan Scan screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-77 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 298: Save Preset

    Select the Save button to save the test point values as a preset. The Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter a name for the preset. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-78...

  • Page 299: Load Preset

    When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Level screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-79 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 300: Auto Range

    Business Services Meter Auto Range Select the Auto Range button from the Function menu to quickly bring off- scale signals onscreen by automatically adjusting the reference level and vertical resolution. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-80...

  • Page 301: Spectrum Analysis

    This screen allows you to perform measurements of the return spectrum between 4 and 110 MHz. The 720 DSP provides users with the ability to view raw spectrum traces with DSP spectrum snapshots to give the user a view of any upstream or downstream channels: •...

  • Page 302: Return Spectrum Measurement

    The Return Spectrum screen provide users with the ability to view raw spectrum traces for the forward path from 4 to 110 MHz with DSP spectrum snapshots to give the user a view of any upstream channels. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-82...

  • Page 303: Opening A Limit Set

    After selecting the limit set, the Return Spectrum screen will be displayed again. The Limit Set window will be bypassed if there is only one limit set to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-83 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 304: Removing A Limit Set

    Select the Remove button from the Limit Set pop-up menu and the pass/fail results will no longer be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-84...

  • Page 305: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    Ingress measurement. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the high limit measurement threshold for the return spectrum Ingress measurement. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-85 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 306: Reference Level Adjustment

    Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. If the red “Overload” message appears as shown in the image above, set your reference level higher. It’s too low. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-86...

  • Page 307: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    42, 65, 85 or 110 MHz. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the stop frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-87 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 308: Marker Adjustment

    • Level Peak – Displays the peak signal level in the return spectrum. • Level Delta – Displays the signal level difference between the minimum and maximum level values in the return spectrum. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-88...

  • Page 309: Peak Hold

    To turn of the peak hold trace, select the Peak Hold softkey again and then select the Off button from the Peak Hold pop-up menu. The blue peak hold trace will no longer be displayed. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-89 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 310: Function Menu Options

    Select the Save Data Log button from the Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. If you have an open job, you can also save the test to the job by selecting Yes. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-90...
  • Page 311 If you don’t want to save the test to the open job, select No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-91 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 312: Hide Marker Bar

    When the marker bar is hidden, select the Show Marker Bar button from the Function menu to show the marker bar. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-92...

  • Page 313: Test Point Compensation

    1 dB increments. Press the Enter button • and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the loss value as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-93 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 314: Probe Loss

    When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Return Spectrum screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-94...
  • Page 315 Select the Save button to save the test point values as a preset. The Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter a name for the preset. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-95 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 316 When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Return Spectrum screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-96...

  • Page 317: Forward Spectrum Measurement

    The Forward Spectrum screen provides users with the ability to view raw spectrum traces for the forward path from 50 to 1000 MHz with DSP spectrum snapshots to give the user a view of any downstream channels. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-97 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 318: Reference Level Adjustment

    Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. If the red “Overload” message appears as shown in the image above, set your reference level higher. It’s too low. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-98...

  • Page 319: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the frequency in 0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the start frequency as shown in the image below (right). 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-99 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 320: Stop Frequency Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the frequency in 0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the stop frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-100...

  • Page 321: Center Frequency Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the frequency in 0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the frequency as shown in the image below (right). 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-101 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 322: Span Frequency Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the frequency in 0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the frequency as shown in the image below (right). 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-102...

  • Page 323: Marker Adjustment

    • Level Peak – Displays the peak signal level in the return spectrum. • Level Delta – Displays the signal level difference between the minimum and maximum level values in the return spectrum. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-103 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 324: Detector Type

    Average Select the Average button from the Detector pop-up menu to display the average level of the forward spectrum as a green trace. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-104...

  • Page 325: Minimum

    Normal Select the Normal button from the Detector pop-up menu to display the normal live level of the forward spectrum as a green trace. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-105 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 326: Load Favorite

    • Full – This is used to zoom out to the full forward spectrum view of 50 to 1000 MHz. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-106...

  • Page 327: Function Menu Options

    Select the Save Data Log button from the Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. If you have an open job, you can also save the test to the job by selecting Yes. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-107 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 328 If you don’t want to save the test to the open job, select No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-108...

  • Page 329: Hide Marker Bar

    When the marker bar is hidden, select the Show Marker Bar button from the Function menu to show the marker bar. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-109 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 330: Test Point Compensation

    1 dB increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the loss value as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-110...

  • Page 331: Probe Loss

    When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Forward Spectrum screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-111 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 332 Select the Save button to save the test point values as a preset. The Virtual Keyboard will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter a name for the preset. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-112...
  • Page 333 When finished entering the test point loss information, press the Back button to return to the Forward Spectrum screen. The total test point compensation value will be displayed, as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-113 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 334: Save Favorite

    To load a forward spectrum favorite, select the Favorites softkey, then select the favorite you want. For more information, see the Load Favorite section earlier in this chapter. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-114...

  • Page 335: Cable Modem Statistics

    Overview Select the CM Stat icon as shown in the image to the right to perform cable modem measurements using the 720 DSP. The Cable Modem Statistics screen provides the ability to display up to eight (8) downstream or four (4) upstream DOCSIS cable modem channels.
  • Page 336 • Signal to Noise Ratio • Pre BER • Post BER The following information is displayed for upstream channels as shown in the image to the right: • • Frequency • Transmit Level 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-116...

  • Page 337: Opening A Limit Set

    After selecting the limit set, the Cable Modem Statistics screen will be displayed again. The Limit Set window will be bypassed if there is only one limit set to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-117 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 338: Removing A Limit Set

    Select the Remove button from the Limit Set pop-up menu and the pass/fail results will no longer be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-118...

  • Page 339: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    This icon indicates that the measurement limit set has failed. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the high limit measurement threshold. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the low limit measurement threshold. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-119 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 340: Function Menu Options

    Select the Save Data Log function from the Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the name of the data log to save to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 341: Upstream Linear Distortions

    It also calculates and displays the in channel response and group delay graph. Select the UP LD icon as shown in the image to the right to perform upstream linear distortion testing using the 720 DSP. The Upstream EQ Analysis screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 342: Selecting The Measurement Display

    Selecting the Measurement Display Select the Display softkey to cycle through the following measurement displays: • Equalizer Taps (default) • In Channel Response • Group Delay Equalizer Taps In Channel Response Group Delay 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-122...

  • Page 343: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    Then, use the up/down arrow buttons to select the desired upstream channel. The ID, frequency, level, and symbol rate of the selected upstream channel will be displayed below the channel adjustment field. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-123 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 344: Marker Adjustment

    Highlight the desired marker and use the up/down arrow buttons to change the marker to a different frequency. The frequency and distance (time) to the markers are displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-124...

  • Page 345: Network Test Suite

    Business Services Meter Overview The Network Test Suite is a standard feature of the 720 DSP that is used to perform network tests and includes Ping, VoIP, and Thru-Put tests. Select the Net Tests icon as shown in the image to the right to perform network tests using the 720 DSP.

  • Page 346: Selecting The Test Mode

    Business Services Meter Selecting the Test Mode Select the Mode softkey to choose from the following network tests: • Ping • VoIP • Throughput • Traceroute Ping VoIP Throughput Traceroute 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-126...

  • Page 347: Setting The Destination Ip Address

    Select the OK button to save the location to your favorites or select the Cancel button to accept the changes without saving to your favorites. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-127 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 348: Selecting A Favorite

    Business Services Meter Selecting a Favorite After entering a destination IP address as shown in the previous section, the 720 DSP allows you to save the entered IP address as a favorite location for quick and easy access. Select the Favorites softkey to view a list of up to six (6) favorite destination IP addresses.

  • Page 349: Ping Mode

    Maximum Time – This is the maximum time required to send/receive a single test packet. • Sent – This is the number of packets sent by the 720 DSP to the destination IP address. • Received – This is the number of packets received by the 720 DSP from the destination IP address.

  • Page 350: Setting The Number Of Packets

    1 packet increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the number of packets as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-130...

  • Page 351: Voip Mode

    Down Latency – This is the downstream latency. This measurement is displayed in the bar graph and as a numeric value. • Down Jitter – This is the downstream jitter. • Down MOS – This is the downstream mean opinion score. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-131 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 352: Throughput Mode

    1 Mbps increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the target downstream rate as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-132...

  • Page 353: Traceroute

    Address – This is the IP address of the corresponding intermediary point (hop). • Name – This is the name of the corresponding intermediary point (hop). • Time – This is the time to each intermediary point (hop). 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-133 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 354: Opening A Limit Set

    After selecting the limit set, the Network Tests screen will be displayed again. The Limit Set window will be bypassed if there is only one limit set to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-134...

  • Page 355: Removing A Limit Set

    Select the Remove button from the Limit Set pop-up menu and the pass/fail results will no longer be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-135 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 356: Pass/Fail Measurement Indicators

    This icon indicates that the measurement limit set has failed. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the high limit measurement threshold. This icon indicates that the measurement has failed the low limit measurement threshold. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-136...

  • Page 357: Function Menu Options

    Function menu to save a copy of the measurement result data log. If you have an open job, you can also save the test to the job by selecting Yes as shown in the image below. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-137 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 358 If you don’t want to save the test to the open job, select No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-138...

  • Page 359: Delete Favorites

    Function menu to delete any one of the six available favorites. The Favorites window will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. Select the name of the favorite you want to delete. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-139 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 361: Gigabit Ethernet Testing

    The 720 DSP can perform either roundtrip or one-way loopback measurements of Key Parameter Index (KPI) for full Ethernet service testing. With constant payload testing for Layer 2 through Layer 4, the 720 DSP is built for verification of both Ethernet Service Level Agreement (SLA) and Quality of Service (QoS) metrics.

  • Page 362: Testing Features

    The Gigabit Ethernet testing feature works in combination with a loopback device to BERT loopback measurements of Key Parameter Index (KPI) for full Ethernet service testing. The requirements for performing the BERT test using the 720 DSP are as follows: •...

  • Page 363: Creating A New Test Point

    Business Services Meter Creating a New Test Point Follow the steps shown in the following sections to perform the initial setup of the 720 DSP for BERT testing via a loopback device. The first step in setting up the BERT testing from the 720 DSP involves creating a test point.
  • Page 364 7. Repeat the steps above to create additional test points. Once you have created all of the required test points for your system, proceed to the next section. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-144...

  • Page 365: Creating A Loopback Target

    Business Services Meter Creating a Loopback Target The second step in setting up the BERT testing from the 720 DSP involves creating a loopback target. Each loopback target corresponds to the available loopback devices installed in the network where you will be performing the BERT test. The name of the loopback target should correspond to the name of the loopback device or location within the network where the loopback device is installed.
  • Page 366 Address as shown in the image to the right. • Host Name – Select this value to find the target loopback device by its Host Name as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-146...
  • Page 367 6. Once you have selected the Address Type, select the MAC Address, Host Name or IPv4 Address field and use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the address of the target loopback device as shown in the images below. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-147 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 368 You can also select Save As from the File softkey to make a copy of the loopback target with a new target name. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-148...

  • Page 369: Adding Loopback Targets To A Test Point

    Adding Loopback Targets to a Test Point The third step in setting up the BERT testing from the 720 DSP involves adding the appropriate loopback targets to each test point. Multiple loopback targets can be added to a single test point in order to perform BERT loopback tests to different locations within the network.
  • Page 370 Business Services Meter 6. Once you have added all of the loopback targets, select Save from the File softkey as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-150...

  • Page 371: Adding Streams To A Loopback Target Within A Test Point

    Adding Streams to a Loopback Target within a Test Point The fourth step in setting up the BERT testing from the 720 DSP involves adding the appropriate streams to the loopback targets of each test point. Up to 8 streams can be added to a single loopback target in order to perform BERT loopback tests for different types of service from a single test point.
  • Page 372 Priority Type – None, DiffServ, or PCP • Color Mode – Color Blind or Color Aware • Green Code – 0 to 7 • Yellow Code – 0 to 7 (available when Color Mode is set to “Color Aware”) 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-152...
  • Page 373 Target will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 4. To add a stream to the selected loopback target, select Add from the Stream softkey as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-153 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 374 8. Once you have added all of the necessary streams to the loopback target, press the Back button on the physical keypad to return to the Test Point screen as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-154...
  • Page 375 Back button on the physical keypad. A Continue window will appear asking you whether you would like to save your changes. Select OK to save your changes or select Cancel to discard any changes. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-155 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 376: Bert Testing

    When using electrical Ethernet, simply insert the RJ-45 connector on one end of the electrical Ethernet cable into the port on the side of the device. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-156...
  • Page 377 Use the up/down arrow buttons on the physical keypad to highlight the desired test point and then press the Enter button. 6. In this example, our test point will be at the CPE. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-157 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 378 9. When the field device has successfully joined the network, the BERT screen will be displayed as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-158...
  • Page 379 No and you will be prompted to enter a file name using the Virtual Keyboard. It will then be saved to the internal memory of the 720 DSP. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-159 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 380: Analyzing The Results

    Tx Line Rate – The physical (sync) speed at which the field device is set to transmit data to the loopback device. • Tx Data Rate – The actual speed at which the field device is transmitting data to the loopback device. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-160...
  • Page 381 IP Checksum errors that the field device is receiving from the loopback device. • Dribble Error – The total count of Dribble errors that the field device is receiving from the loopback device. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-161 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 382 Rx Undersize – The total count of Undersize packets that the field device is receiving from the loopback device. • Rx 64~127 Bytes – The total count of 64 to 127 byte packets that the field device is receiving from the loopback device. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-162...
  • Page 383 Rx 1024~1518 Bytes – The total count of 1024 to 1518 byte packets that the field device is receiving from the loopback device. • Rx Oversize – The total count of Oversize packets that the field device is receiving from the loopback device. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-163 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 384: Loopback Mode

    In order to perform loopback with field devices, you must first prepare the device for loopback testing within the Gige Testing screen. Perform the following steps to prepare a 720 DSP or 1G DSP for loopback testing: 1. On the loopback device, select the...
  • Page 385 IP Mode field. When using static addressing, you must set the IP address of the loopback device to an address on the same network as the field device acting as the BERT source. Static Addressing DHCP Addressing 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-165 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 386 In this example the Rate % is at zero since the field device is not transmitting any streams of data to the loopback device. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-166...

  • Page 387: Sfp Optical Power Meter

    Select the SFP OPM icon as shown in the image to the right to use the SFP Optical Power Meter on the 720 DSP. The SFP OPM menu will be displayed as shown in the image to the right.

  • Page 388: Function Menu Options

    Gige Testing screen. Use the Virtual Keyboard to enter the necessary fields for connection to the router, switch, or loopback device. You can also change the IP Mode using the up/down arrow buttons. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-168...

  • Page 389: Frequency Domain Reflectometer

    Select the FDR icon as shown in the image to the right to perform an FDR measurement using the 720 DSP. The Frequency Reflectometer screen will be displayed as shown in the images below. This screen displays a measurement trace along with distances to faults and the level at each fault.

  • Page 390: Reference Level Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the reference level in 3 dBRL increments. Press the Enter button and use the • Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-170...

  • Page 391: Velocity Of Propagation Adjustment

    Press the Preset softkey to select • one of the following preset velocity of propagation settings: • RG-59 – 79.0% • RG-6 – 82.0% • RG-11 – 88.0% • Semi-Rigid – 92.0% • Hardline – 93.0% 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-171 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 392: Marker Adjustment

    The following information is displayed for the markers: • Level – Displays the signal level at the specified marker. • Distance – Displays the distance to the marker. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-172...

  • Page 393: Qam Error Vector Spectrum Analysis

    (OPTIONAL) Overview QAM Error Vector Spectrum Analysis (EVS) is an optional feature of the 720 DSP. If you do not have this option, call Trilithic at (800) 344-2412 in order to purchase an option activation code and start using this option today.

  • Page 394: Reference Level Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the reference level in 1 dB increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the reference level as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-174...

  • Page 395: Channel Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the channel number in 1 channel increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the channel number as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-175 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 396: Vertical Scale Adjustment

    Highlight the vertical scale field as shown in the image to the right. Then, use the up/ down arrow buttons to select from a vertical scale of 1, 2, 5, or 10 dB/div. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-176...

  • Page 397: Marker Adjustment

    • Level Peak – Displays the peak signal level in the return spectrum. • Level Delta – Displays the signal level difference between the minimum and maximum level values in the return spectrum. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-177 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 398: Detector Type

    Average Select the Average button from the Detector pop-up menu to display the average level of the QAM EVS as a green trace. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-178...

  • Page 399: Minimum

    Normal Select the Normal button from the Detector pop-up menu to display the normal live level of the QAM EVS as a green trace. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-179 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 400: Opening A Channel Plan

    Error Vector Spectrum Analysis. After selecting the channel plan, the QAM EVS screen will be displayed again. The Channel Plan window will be bypassed if there is only one channel plan to choose from. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-180...

  • Page 401: Function Menu Options

    When the marker bar is hidden, select the Show Marker Bar button from the Function menu to show the marker bar. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-181 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 403: Traffic Control Plus

    Business Services Meter (OPTIONAL) Overview Traffic Control Plus is an optional feature of the 720 DSP. If you do not have this option, call Trilithic at (800) 344-2412 in order to purchase an option activation code and start using this option today.
  • Page 404 If there is enough upstream traffic, return spectrum may catch a full channel, or it may only catch a single slice of the channel. All these factors make it very difficult to differentiate traffic signal, noise, and ingress under the traffic. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-184...

  • Page 405: Basic Settings

    Blue Trace – Average constant signal. Like the green trace, shows the noise floor, ingress under the carrier, or other unwanted signals. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-185 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 406: Signal Density

    10% of the time. As you increase or decrease this value, you can see the effect on the display. Suggested settings for this value are 10 or 20%. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-186...

  • Page 407: Other Settings

    The traffic level, signal to noise ratio, and channel utilization will be calculated for that region. Please note that the region of interest measurements are only valid for bursty signals. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-187 www.trilithic.com...
  • Page 408 Business Services Meter Additional Examples The image is an example of frequent modem traffic. While this image shows infrequent modem traffic. Finally, this image shows ingress under the carrier. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-188...

  • Page 409: Cable Modem Sweep (Optional

    (OPTIONAL) Overview Cable Modem Sweep (patent pending) is an optional feature of the 720 DSP. If you do not have this option, call Trilithic at (800) 344-2412 in order to purchase an option activation code and start using this option today.

  • Page 410: Using Cm Sweep

    There are two agile markers that allow you to check for gain (tied to the first marker) and tilt (which is the difference between the two markers) both across the upstream band and in- channel. Peak, Valley, and P/V are referenced between the markers. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-190...
  • Page 411 (image above) to the local display at the amp (image to the right), which will allow you to EQ and/or pad to get the upstream aligned. The Zoom button is currently still under development. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page IV-191 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 412: Cm Sweep

    The final key to this is looking at the overall “MQS”, which is shown in the upper right of the screen. This “MQS” score is the summation of all the cable modem channels seen in the return path. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page IV-192...

  • Page 413: Section V: Utility Menu

    720 DSP Business Certification Meter Section V: Utility Menu www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 415: Chapter 1 Overview

    Introduction Select the Utility softkey to display Utility menu as shown in the image to the right. The 720 DSP enables you to select from numerous utility functions. This section will provide you with instructions on how to utilize the functions available in the Utility Menu of the instrument including: •...
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  • Page 417: Chapter 2 Web Browser

    Forward – Select this option to go forward to a previously displayed web site. • Home – Select this softkey to return to the 720 DSP home page. • Refresh – Select this softkey to refresh the current web site.
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  • Page 419: Wi-Fi Access Point Survey

    • Power – Measured channel power level in dB of the selected Wi-Fi network. If the 720 DSP is connected to a Wi-Fi access point through the Network Manager screen, the Wi-Fi Survey will only display the Wi-Fi frequencies that the 720 DSP is currently using.

  • Page 420: Choose Display Type

    Select the Sort softkey to sort the file list. Select from Level, Security, Frequency, or Channel sort types as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page V-8...

  • Page 421: Overview

    (OPTIONAL) Overview The Source Generator (SRC) is an optional feature of the 720 DSP. If you do not have this option, call Trilithic at (800) 344-2412 in order to purchase an option activation code and start using this option today.

  • Page 422: Modulation Type Selection

    • CW - Continuous Wave • 16 QAM • 32 QAM • 64 QAM • 128 QAM • 256 QAM 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page V-10...

  • Page 423: Cw Signal Settings

    1 dBmV increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the amplitude level as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page V-11 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 424: Frequency Adjustment

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the center frequency in 0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page V-12...

  • Page 425: Qam Signal Settings

    Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the center frequency in 0.1 MHz increments. • Press the Enter button and use the Virtual Keyboard to directly enter the center frequency as shown in the image to the right. 720 DSP Operation Manual Page V-13 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 426: Symbol Rate Adjustment

    The bit error rate (BER) can be adjusted from 0 to 1.00E-2. Highlight the Symbol Rate field as shown in the image to the right and then use the up/down arrow buttons adjust the BER in 1.00E-1 increments. 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page V-14...

  • Page 427: Source Activation & Deactivation

    On softkey as shown in the image to the right. When the source is On, select the Off softkey at any time to deactivate the source. CW Source Signal On QAM Source Signal On 720 DSP Operation Manual Page V-15 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 429: Section Vi: Appendix

    720 DSP Business Certification Meter Section VI: Appendix www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 431: Chapter 1 Specifications

    ±2.0 dB from 0 to 122 °F (-18 to 50 °C) Accuracy Digital ±0.75 dB @ 77 °F (25 °C) Measurement ±2.5 dB from 0 to 122 °F (-18 to 50 °C) Accuracy Resolution 0.1 dB 720 DSP Operation Manual Page VI-3 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 432: Spectrum Measurement

    Method: True BER, derived from code words not from MER Downstream BER Standard: ITU J.83 annex A, B, C Range: 1 E-7 to 1 E-9 @ -6 dBmV RF Input Level Symbol Rates ≥ 0.64 msps; ≤ 7.000 msps 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page VI-4...

  • Page 433: Cable Modem Measurement

    Transmitter 5 to 42 MHz (DOCSIS) Modulation 5 to 65 MHz (EuroDOCSIS) 5 to 65 MHz (DOCSIS-J) Output level of CM can be controlled by CMTS though power ranging function Step: 1 dB 720 DSP Operation Manual Page VI-5 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 434: Carrier-To-Noise Measurement

    Carriers High/Low Delta 0.1 dB Resolution Scan Video, audio, pilot, and digital carriers HUM Measurement In-service, non-scrambled standard channels only Minimum Input 0 dBmV Level Range 0% to 5% Resolution 0.1% Accuracy ±0.5% 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page VI-6...

  • Page 435: Source Generator (Optional

    Signal Types 16/32/64/128/256 QAM Symbol Rates 640, 1280, 2560 & 5120 ksym/sec Amplitude 30 dBmV (fixed) > 38 dB CW Source Frequency Range 5 to 85 MHz Amplitude Range 20 to 40 dBmV 720 DSP Operation Manual Page VI-7 www.trilithic.com...

  • Page 436: Physical Specifications

    Dimensions w/ Case 9.0 x 6.5 x 3.75 in (22.86 x 16.51 x 9.53 cm) (H x W x D) Weight w/o Case 2.75 lbs (1.25 Kg) Weight w/ Case 3.75 lbs (1.70 Kg) 720 DSP Operation Manual www.trilithic.com Page VI-8...

  • Page 437: Available Interface Types

    Two 2600 mAh @ 7.4V Li-Ion internal batteries, factory replaceable Input: 100 to 240 VAC ~ 47 to 63 Hz, 1.1A Max Power Adapter Output: 15 VDC, 3.3A Environmental Specifications Storage & Operating -18˚ to +50˚ C (0˚ to 122˚ F) Temperature 720 DSP Operation Manual Page VI-9 www.trilithic.com...
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  • Page 439: Warranty Information

    Trilithic. In order to recover under this limited warranty, buyer must make a written claim to Trilithic within sixty (60) days of the occurrence and must present acceptable proof of original ownership of the product (such as an original receipt, purchase order or similar documentation).
  • Page 440 9710 Park Davis Drive Indianapolis, IN 46235 (317) 895-3600 Made in U.S.A. www.trilithic.com...

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