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  • Page 1 NSC-100 Network & Service Companion User's Guide...
  • Page 2 Copyright/Trademarks © Copyright 2021 VIAVI Solutions Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this guide may be reproduced or transmitted, electronically or otherwise, without written permission of the publisher. VIAVI Solutions and the VIAVI logo are trademarks of VIAVI Solutions Inc. (“Viavi”).
  • Page 3 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by VIAVI could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 4 VIAVI has established a take-back process in compliance with the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, 2012/19/EU, and the EU Battery Directive, 2006/66/EC. Instructions for returning waste equipment and batteries to VIAVI can be found in the WEEE section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
  • Page 5 California and the state’s drinking water and environment from excessive exposure to chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For the VIAVI position statement on the use of Proposition 65 chemicals in VIAVI products, see the Hazardous Substance Control section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
  • Page 6 Precautions WARNING: Pursuant to FCC 15.21 of the FCC rules, changes not expressly approved by VIAVI might cause harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this product. CAUTION: Do not use the instrument in any manner not recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Conventions ......................12 Typographical conventions................12 Keyboard and menu conventions ...............13 Symbol conventions ..................13 Safety definitions ................... 14 What ships with the NSC-100? ................15 Preparation for use ....................15 Chapter 1 Quick Tour About the Companion ..................18 Benefits ......................18 Features ......................
  • Page 8 Viewing hardware/software versions and options ....... 55 Syncing to the StrataSync server ..............56 Syncing with StrataSync ................57 Managing files ......................59 NSC-100 Files ....................59 Mobile Tech Files .................... 61 Managing files with StrataSync ...............63 Getting your customer's signature ..............64...
  • Page 9 Limited warranty ....................93 Getting technical assistance ................93 Additional information ..................93 FAQs .......................... 94 Profiles ......................94 Speed Tests ..................... 94 GPON and XGSPON ..................95 Upgrades ......................95 Calibration .......................95 Specifications ......................96 Ordering information ..................99 NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 10 Contents NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 11: About This Guide

    About this Guide Thank you for purchasing the NSC-100 Network & Service Companion. This guide provides setup and operating instructions to get you up and running as soon as possible. Purpose and scope The purpose of this guide is to help you successfully use the product features and capabilities.

  • Page 12: Safety And Compliance Information

    A vertical bar | means “or”: only one option can appear in a single platform [a|b|e] command. Square brackets [ ] indicate an login [platform name] optional argument. Slanted brackets < > group <password> required arguments. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 13: Keyboard And Menu Conventions

    This symbol represents a risk of a hot surface. It may be associated with either a DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or ALERT message. See the "Safety definitions" on page 14 for more information. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 14: Safety Definitions

    Indicates that there is an action that must be ALERT performed in order to protect equipment and data or to avoid software damage and service interruption. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 15: What Ships With The Nsc-100

    Turn the unit on. If the Power indicator is red, charge the battery. NOTE: For additonal information about Companion options and services, contact your local VIAVI representative or visit www.viavisolutions.com. NOTE: This hand-held instrument is not intended to be body worn, or operated while held against the body.
  • Page 16 About this Guide NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1 Quick Tour

    Quick Tour This chapter provides an overview of the unit, status indicators, connectors, and using with the VIAVI Mobile Tech app, including the following: "About the Companion" on page 18 "A guided tour of the Companion" on page 20 "Using the Companion with a mobile device" on page 24 "Connecting to StrataSync"...

  • Page 18: About The Companion

    Chapter 1 Quick Tour About the Companion The VIAVI Network & Service Companion™ NSC-100 allows techs and contractors to validate both network & service layers before sharing their test results with customers & providers. Simplify the closeout test process and analysis for...

  • Page 19: Features

    PON data analysis (PON-ID) PON power levels Job Manager NOTE: Running IP, ping, web connectivity, and speed tests require the full GPON software option. For more information, contact your local VIAVI representative or visit www.viavisolutions.com. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 20: A Guided Tour Of The Companion

    Chapter 1 Quick Tour A guided tour of the Companion Front view Power and Pair buttons Power and Pair indicators Service and Network indicators Status indicators NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 21: Bottom View

    Charging the battery Connect the supplied AC adapter to the USB-C port on the unit to power the Companion or charge the battery. A full charge could take up to an hour or so. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 22: Status Indicators

    Solid green – Charge complete Flashing red – Error in charging or powering the unit. Make sure you are using the VIAVI charger supplied with the unit and try again. The meter may need to be serviced by a Certified Repair Center. Before sending in the unit for repair, contact VIAVI for an RMA.

  • Page 23: Power And Pair Buttons

    Pair – Press and hold to pair with a Bluetooth device Power – Press and hold to turn the Companion on or off Play – Used for safe testing without entering the home. See "Delayed start testing" on page NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 24: Using The Companion With A Mobile Device

    The Companion is designed to be paired with a mobile device or tablet (such as an iPhone, iPad, or similar Android device), and leverages the user interface of those devices along with the VIAVI Mobile Tech App to provide a smooth user experience.

  • Page 25: Using The Mobile Tech App

    2. Press the Login to StrataSync button. The Login screen will be displayed. 3. Enter your StrataSync Username and Password, then press the Sign In button. The Mobile Tech Main menu will be displayed. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 26: Pairing The Companion To Your Mobile Device

    Go to the Settings menu, then select Bluetooth. Connect button Verify that the device is not paired with any NSC-100 Companion unit. 3. From the Mobile Tech Main menu, under My Devices, find the Companion, shown as “NSC-100”, and select Connect.

  • Page 27: Mobile Tech Main Menu

    Near the top of the Main menu, you can select Show more to see details on your instrument, including all of the installed options. Companion – Run tests and configure profiles for the Companion NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 28 Chapter 1 Quick Tour Job Manager – Attach jobs to tests, including customer info and work orders, and track test results Instrument Sync – Sync your instrument to StrataSync and deploy configuration files NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 29 Chapter 1 Quick Tour NSC-100 Files and Mobile Tech Files – Manage files on the unit that you can save to your phone or tablet. Use the NSC-100 Files menu to manage files stored on your meter, use the Mobile Tech Files menu to manage those stored on your mobile device.
  • Page 30 Chapter 1 Quick Tour Documentation – View and download various documentation for your instrument, including applications notes, software release notes, and quick reference guides NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 31: Mobile Tech Options Menu

    From the Main menu, select the Options menu in the upper right. The Options menu appears. Documentation – View and download various documentation for your instrument, including applications notes, software release notes, and quick reference guides NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 32 Chapter 1 Quick Tour StrataSync – Connect to StrataSync from your browser for advanced account settings and configuration Product Support – Contact the VIAVI Technical Assistance Center, request repair or calibration, or watch quick tip videos NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280...
  • Page 33 Chapter 1 Quick Tour Settings – Configure advanced settings for the Mobile Tech app, including when the unit syncs and clearing local data Upgrade Firmware – Easily upgrade the firmware of your Companion from StrataSync NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 34: Companion Menu

    From the Main menu, press the Companion button to bring up the Companion menu. Here you can run tests and set up your testing profiles, as well as check the firmware version of the meter and the battery status. Companion menu NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 35 Chapter 1 Quick Tour OneCheck PON – Run simplified OneCheck PON tests OneCheck Ethernet – Run simplified OneCheck Ethernet tests OneCheck WiFi – Run simplified OneCheck WiFi tests NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 36 Chapter 1 Quick Tour WiFi Expert – Run advanced WiFi tests, including coverage, channel noise, airtime, and throughput Loopback – Run simplified Loopback 1G and 10 G tests NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 37 Chapter 1 Quick Tour TWAMP Light – Run simplified TWAMP (Two-Way Active Measurement Protocol) light tests Fusion Client – Run simplified Fusion Client tests NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 38 Chapter 1 Quick Tour Profile Manager – Set up and manage testing profiles Meter Settings – Configure advanced settings for the Companion, including customer info, power settings, and the bluetooth device name NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 39: Chapter 2 Meter Setup

    "Updating the firmware from StrataSync" on page 54 "Syncing to the StrataSync server" on page 56 "Managing files" on page 59 "Managing files with StrataSync" on page 63 "Getting your customer's signature" on page 64 NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 40: Mobile Tech Settings

    View location history Enable logging Perform a comprehensive sync to StrataSync Clear local storage From Mobile Tech Main menu, select Options in the upper right, then press Settings. The Settings menu appears. Settings menu NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 41: Companion

    Change the Bluetooth name of the meter Reset GPON SFP Restore factory default settings From the Main menu, select the Companion menu, and then scroll down and press Meter Settings. The Meter Settings menu appears. Meter Settings NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 42: Specifying User Information

    2. Press OK to restore the factory default settings. 3. Settings are restored to their factory default values. You must reboot your instrument for the factory defaults to take effect. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 43: Job Manager

    4. Enter a unique work order ID. For NSC jobs, you can also enter customer information. 5. When finished, select Save at the bottom. The job will be added to the jobs list. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 44: Managing Jobs

    Take video, or Saved Photo or video, Saved File, or Attach Mobile Tech Files. To export job files to another app, select Export Job Files and choose the app you want from the pop up. To delete a job, select Delete. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 45: Profile Manager

    4. From there, you can import an existing profile to edit or enter the connection details for the new one. 5. When finished, select Save and Exit at the bottom, or Save and Run to run the test immediately. Profile Manager NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 46: Profile Setup

    Not all of these apply to each type of test, of course. General Profile Name Password PON ID Type Passive Mode Interface Run IP Test Run Ping Test Run Web Test Run Ookla Speedtest Run Broadcom Speed Service Run Truespeed Run SpeedCheck NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 47 Typically a carrier would have a special management VLAN (e.g. VLAN 100) that would need to be associated with the NSC's management IP address. Assigning just two IP addresses without any VLAN usage prevents the NSC from distinguishing between the different IPs. VLAN ID VLAN Priority NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 48 IPv4 Netmask – Enter the netmask address to indicate whether the packets are to be routed to other networks or sub-networks. IPv4 DNS – Enter the address of the DNS server. User Class Vendor VLAN VLAN ID VLAN Priority NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 49 Min Upload Throughput (Mbps) Min Download (Mbps) Broadcom Configuration Run Broadcom Speed Service Server IP Port Duration (ms) Packet Length Target Rate (kbps) Max Steps Loss (%) Min Upload Throughput (Mbps) Min Download Throughput (Mbps) NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 50 Min Upload Throughput (Mbps) Min Download Throughput (Mbps) NOTE: Running IP, ping, web connectivity, and speed tests require the full GPON software option. For more information, contact your local VIAVI representative or visit www.viavisolutions.com. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 51: Connecting To The Network

    Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN. 2. Verify that network connectivity is enabled via the status indicators on the meter. 3. Use the Profile Manager and testing profiles in the previous section to configure your network. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 52: Wifi Connections

    (based on signal strength and/or encryption supported). The instrument can save up to 32 WiFi network profiles. NOTE: Your instrument will automatically save your WiFi network password for 24 hours after successfully connecting to a new WiFi network. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 53: Updating The Firmware From Usb

    The meter will power off when finished. Installing software options You can install software options via USB drive if VIAVI sends you a file or via StrataSync. 1. Before installing options, upgrade to the latest firmware, as shown in the previous section.

  • Page 54: Updating The Firmware From Stratasync

    The update will begin and the meter will power off when finished. Please wait as this could take 10-15 minutes, based on the size of the update file and connection speed. NOTE: You need the appropriate permissions in StrataSync to update the firmware. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 55: Viewing Hardware/Software Versions And Options

    You can easily see more detail about your Companion, including the software version, serial number, Tech ID, and installed software options. From the Main menu, select Show More near the top of the screen. Scroll down to see more details. Show More NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 56: Syncing To The Stratasync Server

    To obtain the latest configuration settings, software options and updates, and ownership registration information, the Companion can sync with a VIAVI server via the internet. The synchronization also stores any user files saved on the unit to the StrataSync server.

  • Page 57: Syncing With Stratasync

    Deploy – Shows any files from StrataSync that are ready to be deployed to the unit Completed – Shows files that have been synced or deployed. Select the arrow to the right for more detail Instrument Sync NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 58 This can be used to create a “golden” unit. Lastly, if any updates are available, you will be prompted that you can update When synchronization is complete, the Status will indicate “Sync Complete”. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 59: Managing Files

    The Companion's file management is separated into 2 menus, NSC-100 Files and Mobile Tech Files. Use the NSC-100 Files menu to manage files stored on your meter, while the Mobile Tech Files menu is used to manage those stored on your mobile device,...
  • Page 60 To select multiple files, press the Select Multiple button at the bottom, and then select the files to download or delete. Then select Download or Delete. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 61: Mobile Tech Files

    To view PDF files, you may need to download a PDF reader app, such as Adobe PDF Reader. 1. From the Main menu, select Mobile Tech Files. The Files screen appears, showing the list of files on your mobile device. Mobile Tech Files NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 62 3. Choose the option you want. To export to another app, select the app you want from the pop-up. The file can also be deployed to the NSC-100 or attached to a job. The files are automatically uploaded to StrataSync, as well.

  • Page 63: Managing Files With Stratasync

    Network | Ping .92&company= Server IP 4.2.2.1 Requests Sent Replies Received Replies Lost Average Delay (ms) 14.0 Replies Lost (%) Network | IP Address bh001 2 / 4 NSC-100 / RRSO0071990071 0.0.99-2049 NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 64: Getting Your Customer's Signature

    This ensures their aceeptance and approval of your work on the job. From the main Mobile Tech Menu, select Signature Acquision. Have the cusomer sign, and when finished, select Submit to add to the job. Signature Acquisition NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 65: Chapter 3 Onecheck Testing

    "TWAMP Light" on page 79 "Fusion Client" on page 80 "Creating a report" on page 81 "Deleting a report" on page 82 "Testing the data layer" on page 82 "Delayed Start testing" on page 83 NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 66: About Onecheck Testing

    OneCheck WiFi WiFi Expert Loopback TWAMP Light Fusion Client NOTE: Running IP, ping, web connectivity, and speed tests require the full GPON software option. For more information, contact your local VIAVI representative or visit www.viavisolutions.com. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 67: Onecheck Pon

    For more details, select a section of the test. When finished, you can run another test by selecting New Location. To see all tests or save the reports, select Job View. "Creating a report" on page 81. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 68: Onecheck Ethernet

    For more details, select a section of the test. When finished, you can run another test by selecting New Location. To see all tests or save the reports, select Job View. "Creating a report" on page 81. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 69: Onecheck Wifi

    For more details, select a section of the test. When finished, you can run another test by selecting New Location. To see all tests or save the reports, select Job View. "Creating a report" on page 81. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 70: Channel View

    You can choose from 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz, and select a channel to bring up a pop-up with more detail, incuding MAC address and SSID. Channel detail Bandwith Channel View NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 71: Wifi Expert

    For more details, select a section of the test. When finished, you can run another test by selecting Network. To see all tests or save the reports, select Job View. "Creating a report" on page 81. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 72: Access Points

    From the Access Points screen, you can sort and view the APs in a few ways. Sort by –Press to sort by signal strength, ascending and descending names, and channel. Show – Show by bands, 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz, or 5 GHz NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 73: Details

    Airtime bar segments the your network-device airtime vs external-device airtime Your network lists all active devices on your network under test Estimated throughput now for typical WiFi 4/5/6 devices NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 74: Channel View

    You can choose from 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz, and select a channel to bring up a pop-up with more detail, incuding MAC address and SSID. Channel detail Bandwith Channel View NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 75: Wifi Help

    Chapter 3 OneCheck Testing WiFi Help When running the test, you can select the Info icon for more detail help. Info NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 76: Loopback

    7. At the end of the test, the Remote Device should Stop Traffic and send a Loop Down. To see details of the test, select Details. To save the report, select Report or Save. "Creating a report" on page 81. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 77: Port Loopback

    This test loops back all traffic. NOTE: If you have Persist on Boot enabled in the testing profile, it may take a few minutes for the unit to reboot and continue testing again after a shutdown. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 78: L2 Loopback

    Chapter 3 OneCheck Testing L2 Loopback This test loops back L2 traffic from a specific MAC address. L3 Loopback This test loops back L3 traffic from a specific IP address. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 79: Twamp Light

    "Creating a report" on page 81. NOTE: If you have Persist on Boot enabled in the testing profile, it may take a few minutes for the unit to reboot and continue testing again after a shutdown. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 80: Fusion Client

    "Creating a report" on page 81. NOTE: If you have Persist on Boot enabled in the testing profile, it may take a few minutes for the unit to reboot and continue testing again after a shutdown. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 81: Creating A Report

    The report will be created and saved to the meter. You can then export to your mobile device and email to your customer. See "Managing files" on page 59. Job View Report Generate Report NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 82: Deleting A Report

    WiFi Ookla 2 / 3 2 / 2 3 / 6 gt001 gt001 gt001 NSC-100 / RRSO0123590035 NSC-100 / RRSO0123590035 NSC-100 / RRSO0123590035 1.0.15 1.0.15 1.0.15 Ethernet, GPON, and WiFi reports For a more detailed discussion of the results produced by this test, see Chapter 4: Data Testing on page 85.

  • Page 83: Delayed Start Testing

    The Delayed Start feature allows a pre-configured test to be started with the physical Play button on the NSC-100, even if the NSC is not connected to the mobile device via Bluetooth. 1. With the NSC-100 connected to the mobile device, configure the test you want to run, and press Delayed Start.
  • Page 84 Chapter 3 OneCheck Testing NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 85: Chapter 4 Data Testing

    The data layer tests allow you to test for connectivity and throughput, including the following: "About data tests" on page 86 "Ping and Traceroute testing" on page 87 "Speedtest by Ookla data testing" on page 87 "TrueSpeed testing" on page 89 "SpeedCheck testing" on page 90 NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 86: About Data Tests

    TrueSpeed Speed Check NOTE: Running IP, ping, web connectivity, and speed tests require the full GPON software option. For more information, contact your local VIAVI representative or visit www.viavisolutions.com. NOTE: Several of the tests require additional setup before testing. See "Profile Manager"...

  • Page 87: Ping And Traceroute Testing

    4 milliseconds. An average ping delay value and a ping delay jitter value (both in milliseconds) are provided for each ping. The final ping average result (in milliseconds) is then derived. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 88: Upload Measurement

    Total bytes downloaded Download stage duration An HTTP connection then opens to the URL: http://www.speedtest.net/api/embed/api.php, and the measurements are uploaded. The Speedtest results are also available in all Save Report formats (XML, HTML, and PDF). NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 89: Truespeed Testing

    TrueSpeed provides metrics that can be used to tune TCP parameters for obtaining maximum throughput. Before you begin Once you have your profile setup through Profile Manager, you can run the test. Make sure the test is enabled in the profile, as well. NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 90: Speedcheck Testing

    Once the server is configured, a very large file needs to be placed on the server that the Companion will download during the SpeedCheck test. VIAVI recommends a throughput file of at least 2 GB. This file is typically located in the Apache htdocs directory.

  • Page 91: Appendix

    "Resolving problems" on page 92 "Limited warranty" on page 93 "Getting technical assistance" on page 93 "Additional information" on page 93 "FAQs" on page 94 "Specifications" on page 96 "Ordering information" on page 99 NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...

  • Page 92: Cleaning The Instrument

    Make sure that the Ethernet interface cabling is correct. If the Ethernet cable is not hooked up, or is hooked up incorrectly, a packet will not be sent. Thus the Ethernet statistics will not increment. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 93: Limited Warranty

    Limited warranty For the latest warranty information, visit https://www.viavisolutions.com/literature/viavi-solutions-inc-general-terms-en.pdf https://www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/literature/viavi-manufacturer-warranty-nse- products-en.pdf Getting technical assistance If you require technical assistance, call 1-844-GO-VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284. For the latest TAC information, visit http://www.viavisolutions.com/en/services-and-support/support/technical-assistance Additional information For more detailed information, contact us at TAC@viavisolutions.com for these additional documents.

  • Page 94: Faqs

    Initially on ONX-CATV/DSL, this was done intentionally to prevent a discrepancy between the rate that CPE devices are provisioned for and the rate that is measured by our throughput test, so a legacy from MSOs/CATV. NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 95: Gpon And Xgspon

    7. Press the “Share” button next to the file. 8. Select the instrument to send the file to. Calibration Does the NSC-100 need calibration? There’s no calibration required for the NSC-100 (same for the NSC mainframe and PON SFPs). NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021...

  • Page 96: Specifications

    Test Results up to 2 Gbps RJ-45, 1G Ethernet SFP TWAMP Reflector (Optional) TWAMP Light Reflector support RJ-45, 1G Ethernet SFP, 10G Ethernet SFP+ Port/L2/L3 Loopback (Optional) Port Loopback and Source specific VIAVI Loopback support NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 97 Test Results Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates User Interface Communication Interface Bluetooth v5.0 Mobile Tech app Smart Device Support Android 8 or newer (recommendation) iOS 12 or newer VIAVI Instrument Support ONX-580, ONX-CATV NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 98 4000 m max DC Input Power 15V @ 3A, USB-C Power Delivery (PD) 32 W/hr Li-Ion rechargeable battery Battery Field replaceable Battery Life 1-day typical usage Charge Port USB-C USB Host Port USB-A (USB 3.0) NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...

  • Page 99: Ordering Information

    NSC HTTP SpeedCheck over 1GE port up to 1G NSC-TRUESPEED-2G NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 2.5/5/10GE port up to Speed Tests NSC-SPEEDTEST-2G NSC Ookla Speedtest over 1+1/2.5/5/10GE ports up to NSC-SPEEDCHECK-2G NSC HTTP SpeedCheck over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2G NSC-100 User's Guide March 2021 22137280...
  • Page 100 NSC GPON SFP - ONT Emulation NSC-SFP-XGSPON NSC XGSPON SFP+ - ONT Emulation Optional Accessory NSC-CAR-CHARGER NSC Car Charger with Cable Replacement Parts NSC-BATTERY NSC Battery NSC-CHARGER NSC Charger with Cable NSC-STRAP NSC Hand Strap NSC-CASE NSC Carrying Case NSC-100 User's Guide 22137280 March 2021...
  • Page 102 22137280 March 2021 English VIAVI Solutions North America: 1.844.GO VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284 Latin America +52 55 5543 6644 EMEA +49 7121 862273 APAC +1 512 201 6534 All Other Regions: viavisolutions.com/contacts email TAC@viavisolutions.com...

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