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  • Page 1 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 USER’S MANUAL The information contained in this document is the ® property of Aethra S.p.A., it is subject to change without notice and it shall in no way be binding for ® Aethra S.p.A. ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCING THE INSTRUMENT ... 11 1.1. ABOUT THIS CHAPTER ... 11 1.2. KEY 11 1.3. FUNCTIONAL FEATURES ... 12 1.4. FRONT PANEL FEATURES... 13 1.5. NETWORK CONNECTIONS ... 14 1.5.1. AVAILABLE ACCESSES ...
  • Page 4 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.3.1. ISDN ACCESS ... 37 3.3.2. UNFRAMED G.703 ACCESS ... 40 3.3.3. POTS ACCESS... 41 3.3.4. V/X ACCESS (VX2000 OPTION)... 41 3.3.4.1. V.24 INTERFACE...43 3.3.4.2. G.703 CODIRECTIONAL INTERFACE...44 3.3.5. FRAME RELAY (FR2K OPTION) ... 44 3.4.
  • Page 5 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 3.10.1. SETTING UP AN X.25 ON B CHANNEL TEST... 72 3.10.2. RUNNING AN X.25 ON B CHANNEL TEST... 74 3.11. IP PING TEST ... 76 3.11.1. SETTING UP AN IP PING TEST ... 77 3.11.2.
  • Page 6 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 5.4.1. MONITORING THE B CHANNEL... 106 5.5. STOP MONITORING ... 108 5.6. SAVING THE TRACE ... 108 USING THE MULTIMEDIACARD (MMC2000 OPTION) ... 110 6.1. INTRODUCTION... 110 6.1.1. CONNECTION ... 110 6.2. FORMATTING THE MULTIMEDIACARD... 111 6.2.1.
  • Page 7 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 CONFIGURING THE INSTRUMENT... 141 10.1. ABOUT THIS CHAPTER ... 141 10.2. OPENING THE CONFIGURATION MENU ... 141 10.3. USING THE PHONEBOOK ... 141 10.4. ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ... 143 10.5. CHANGING THE AUDIO CONNECTION... 143 10.6.
  • Page 8 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 12.4.1. PROTECTIVE LABEL ... 157 12.5. ORDERING CODES ... 157 12.6. TROUBLESHOOTING ... 159 12.6.1. THE INSTRUMENT DOES NOT START UP... 159 12.6.2. THE SCREEN REMAINS BLACK... 159 12.6.3. BATTERIES OPERATE LESS THAN THREE HOURS ... 159 12.6.4.
  • Page 9 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 SAFETY RULES The change from cold to hot environments can cause the formation of condense inside the device. To avoid malfunctioning, wait at least 2 hours before connecting the device to the supply mains. Warning: for power supply connection use an easily accessible outlet located near the device.
  • Page 10 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 WARNINGS CAUTION: Many of the components used in this device are sensitive to electrostatic charge. In case of manipulation of the connection cables, disconnect the power supply and avoid direct contacts with the connector terminals.

  • Page 11: Introducing The Instrument

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 1. INTRODUCING THE INSTRUMENT 1.1. About this Chapter This chapter describes the features of the Testers and Analyzers D2000 and D2000Lite, for ISDN lines. Front panel ► Top case with network connections ► Side of the instrument with communication ports and connectors ►...

  • Page 12: Functional Features

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 This symbol means that the features contained into the paragraph are not available for the relative tester. In this case D2000. All the images illustrated in this manual are referred to the D2000 Tester and Analyzer. 1.3.

  • Page 13: Front Panel Features

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 1.4. Front Panel Features Refer to Fig. 1-1 for a description of the front panel controls and displays. Fig. 1-1 Front Panel LCD Screen Displays all menus, data, and results. Where necessary, the screen also displays messages in reversed video.

  • Page 14: Network Connections

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Alphanumeric keypad Use these keys to input telephone numbers and alphanumeric data. Microphone Use this internal microphone to make voice calls. Loudspeaker (on rear side) Use this internal loudspeaker to hear voice calls. You can adjust the speaker volume to your preference.

  • Page 15: Available Accesses

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 1.5.1. Available accesses Listed below, the type of interfaces supported by the devices: ACCESS DESCRIPTION Basic Access 2B+D over Uko/So/To according to ETS 300 012 – ITU-T I.430 – ETR 080 standards. PRI (CRC4) Primary Access 30B+D over S2/T2 with CRC4 control according to ETS 300 011, G.704 standards.

  • Page 16: Operating Modes

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 The interfaces supported with VX2000 option are: V.35, V.36, V.11 (X.21), V.24 e CODIRECTIONAL. Fig. 1-3 In order to connect to the line, use the appropriate cable according to the selected mode. In order to operate correctly, first connect the cable, then configure the device.

  • Page 17: Communication Ports And Connectors

    Fig. 1-4 Side of the Instrument POWER IN Connection for the AC/DC adapter supplied with the instrument. Warning To avoid electrical shock, use only Aethra 531000971. POWER OUT Connection for external accessory power plug. Warning To avoid electrical shock, use only Aethra HANDSET Connection for an external telephone handset.

  • Page 18: Turning On The Instrument

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 V.11 port for interfacing with the B channel via a standard ISO4904 cable. (Only for D2000 1.8. Turning on the Instrument To power the instrument from a standard AC outlet, perform the steps below. For battery power information, refer to chapter 12.

  • Page 19: Turning Off The Instrument

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 The opening screen shows the time and date. If the instrument does not turn on, the batteries may be dead. Leave the instrument connected to the outlet for 15 minutes and try again. Continue.

  • Page 20: The G.u.i. Structure

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Exits from a menu. Scrolls through pages and fields of the graphic interface. Confirms an insertion field or activates the function associated with a softkey. Display page 1 of the available information on the instrument and line status.
  • Page 21 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Fig. 1-6 Status Line The blinking alternation of these two symbols in the monitor in progress icon, means that the available memory is full. This is true if in the background monitor setup is selected circular buffer mode.

  • Page 22: Fields

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 1.10.3. Fields Fields are used to modify the test parameters. Scroll through the fields. The selected field has white characters on a black background. Following are some examples of the available fields. Fields with cyclic selection mode, the parameter value is selected from the predefined ones.
  • Page 23 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Modify the parameters of the test Connect the instrument to the line according to the instructions given on the screen. Starts the test. Stops the test. CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCING THE INSTRUMENT /D2000Lite/D2000...

  • Page 24: Performing An Automatic Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL 2. PERFORMING AN AUTOMATIC TEST 2.1. About this Chapter This chapter describes the procedure used to perform an automatic test. This test allows you to automatically test the ISDN configuration of the access. Fig. 2-1 shows the navigation for the automatic test.

  • Page 25: Choosing An Automatic Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 2.2. Choosing an Automatic Test The first step to make an automatic test is to select the access type and instrument mode: Open the TEST MENU. The last used setup appears on the screen. Select the ACCESS MODE field.

  • Page 26: Performing An Access Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Select AUTOMATIC TESTS. The following window appears: Select the type of test. 2.3. Performing an Access Test This test allows to verify, automatically, in distinct sequences the following access parameters: Layer 1 Layer 2 configuration Layer 3 (bearer and teleservices) Supplementary services B channels...

  • Page 27: Setting Up An Automatic Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 If this automatic test reports problems, e.g. unavailable services or profiles, it’s recommended to perform a specific manual tests 2.3.1. Setting Up an Automatic Test Define the following parameters for an automatic test: Called number: Enter the phone number of the called party.
  • Page 28 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Note that: The LED RUN goes on and the START key changes to STOP. Use this key to stop the test. To obtain the access configuration, the instrument makes a series of calls to the entered number, changing the profile and the B channel every time, and tries to verify the supplementary services.
  • Page 29 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Page 3 shows an overview of the supplementary services analyzed by the device. The following table shows the displayed symbols with their meaning. Implemented, active or actionable service Implemented, but not subscribed, service Service not present Service availability cannot be determined In order to the check availability of the DDI/MSN service, you need to perform an...

  • Page 30: Performing An X.25 Access Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 You can save and/or print the test results at the end of the test. See chapter 11 for more information about saving and printing. To automatically obtain a complete indication on the access configuration, enter the number of the tested access as “CALLED NUMBER”.

  • Page 31: Running An X.25 Access Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Called address: Enter the possible X.25 number of the remote to call. It may be the own number, if configured as bidirectional in the Central Office. LCI start: Enter the value of the first LCI, assigned to the access to verify. The test does not require the insertion of a specific number to call in order to verify the valid LCI values.
  • Page 32 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 TEI not checked yet Service not available Establishment layer 2 link (SAPI 16) Establishment layer 2 link (SAPI 16) and reception of layer 3 RESTART message Some exchanges consider the X.25 as active only if a RESTART indication is sent.

  • Page 33: Performing A Manual Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3. PERFORMING A MANUAL TEST 3.1. About this Chapter This chapter describes the procedure used to configure parameters and perform a manual test. This test allows you to test the line quality and the available services in detail.

  • Page 34: Opening The Manual Test Screen

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.2. Opening the Manual Test Screen To select the manual test: Open the TEST MENU. The last used setup appears on the screen. Select the ACCESS field. Select the access type, eg. ISDN PRIMARY or BASIC or POTS Select the ACT AS field.
  • Page 35 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 The functions in the TEST MENU can differ according to the selected network configuration and according to the device in use. See Table 3-1. Table 3-1 Manual Tests vs. Network Configuration Table 3-1 shows all the tests available for the various network configurations.

  • Page 36: Common Setup

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Table 3-2 optional features AB2000 and WT2000 3.3. Common Setup This page is used to setup the common parameters for the various tests. To select the common set-up page. The common SETUP page can be selected from any test. CHAPTER 3 - PERFORMING A MANUAL TEST USER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 37: Isdn Access

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Choose the desired field. 3.3.1. ISDN access The following parameters can be defined for the ISDN access: B channel in use: Choose the B channel requested for outgoing calls. • Any, the instrument requests a free B channel to the network. •...
  • Page 38 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Select “Band:” from the first COMMON SETUP page in Primary access (Leased Line) and press ENTER. Select the Time Slots on which perform the test and press ENTER. Exit from Common Setup pages and carry out the test. Own/MSN: Enter your local MSN number.
  • Page 39 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 User to user information: Define the information you want to send with the USER- TO-USER supplementary service. Data is entered in hexadecimal format. TEI management: Choose one of the TEI management preferences. The instrument manages both Point-to-Point and Point-Multipoint connections.

  • Page 40: Unframed G.703 Access

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL CGN(type/plan): Set the Type of Number and the Calling Party Numbering Plan. It is possible to select among Unknown , ISDN, Private and National. 1TR6, TN1R6, DASS, DPNSS don’t support the last two values. CRC4: Activate or deactivate the CRC4 procedure.

  • Page 41: Pots Access

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Gain RXA: Inserts an block gain in reception. Clock TX: Select the type of clock used for transmitting choosing between ‘Internal’ or ‘Looped’. 3.3.3. POTS access The following parameters are available for the POTS access: Termination: Set the line impedance value.
  • Page 42 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Line rate: Select the line rate, in Kbit/s, used by the device to transmit data. Only if Clock RX = Internal and mode = DCE or NRZI (X.21). Flow control: Activate or deactivate the flow control. •...

  • Page 43: Interface

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Frame Relay setting: Opens the setting page regarding Frame Relay protocol. See § 3.3.5. 3.3.4.1. V.24 interface This type of interface is used in presence of unbalanced transmissions both synchronous and asynchronous. V.24: Select the communication mode of V.24 interface. •...

  • Page 44: Codirectional Interface

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 the end of the pattern. On the contrary, if the number turns out to be even a set bit = 0 is added at the end of the pattern. Flow control: Set this parameter in order enable a flow control of data both in reception and transmission.

  • Page 45: Performing A Call Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 • V/X interface • Unframed G.703 In order to configure the parameters regarding Frame Relay (FR2K option), you can define the following parameters: DLCI: Insert the number relative to the logic channel to use (Data Link Control Identifier).

  • Page 46: Setting Up A Call Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 outgoing calls to a remote terminal. For outgoing calls the instrument supports both the overlap and en-bloc mode. Use this test to check the information coming from the network and the implemented supplementary services. The availability of the supplementary services in the instrument menu changes according to the current state of the call.

  • Page 47: Sending A Call

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 To add the SENDING COMPLETE information element, enter '#' at the end of the number. ISDN only. Sub number: If necessary, enter the subaddress of the called party. ISDN only. 3.4.2. Sending a Call When you have defined the setup for the call test, continue as follows: Select ‘Use this setup for testing’...

  • Page 48: Answering An Incoming Call

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Scroll through the result pages. First line indicates the current status of the test, in this example active on channel B2. The result pages can also indicate the following items: Messages and disconnection causes ►...

  • Page 49: Pots Configuration

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 The incoming call is compatible with the number and profile set in the ► instrument. In case of voice calls you can use the instrument’s internal speaker and microphone or the external telephone handset that is connected to the HANDSET jack in order to communicate with the remote user.

  • Page 50: Isdn Slave Protocol Configuration

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.4.3.2. ISDN Slave Protocol Configuration To answer an incoming call: An incoming call is received, the instrument generates an acoustic tone and sends the ALERTING message. The START key changes to ANSWER. Answers the call and connects the B channel Disconnects the incoming call without connecting the B channel Clears the call after connection...

  • Page 51: Checking The Supplementary Services

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 This allows to check the implementation of the Overlap Sending (DDI) state at the remote interface. An incoming call is received. The START key changes to ANSWER Sends the CALL PROCEEDING message Sends the ALERTING message Sends the CONNECT message and connects the B channel The protocol is in Master mode by default when the instrument is...
  • Page 52 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Move to the selection line of the requested service. Choose the requested service. Move to the ACTION line and decide the action to be associated with the requested service. Insert the parameters as requested by the service. Executes the selected action by moving to the first line of the page.

  • Page 53: Ber Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 3.5. BER Test The most used way to verify the transmission quality of a data connection, is performing a BER (BIT ERROR RATE) test. In order to perform this test , the device sends a sequence of pseudorandom bits (PRBS) on line and measures the error bits ratio (BER) as the number of wrong bits received divided by the total number of bits received.

  • Page 54: Setting Up A Ber Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 This test can be used to check the quality of the physical line during installation. To perform the test, disconnect all the devices on the line, configure the instrument as NT and set a physical loop at the remote end of the tested line ‘End-to-end’...
  • Page 55 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 • Remote number in outgoing mode (end to end 1B) • None in incoming mode (1B) • Local number in autocall (selfcall 2B) Sub number: If necessary, enter the subaddress of the called party. Only with protocol.
  • Page 56 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Example of end -to-end test • Incoming 64k all bear: the instrument waits for a call from a remote device. As soon as a call is received, the instrument, without performing any compatibility control of the called profile, answers automatically and starts to generate the PRBS and measure the BER according to the pseudorandom sequence set.

  • Page 57: Running A Ber Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 SES Threshold: Choose the number of errors per second in order to consider the second as Severely Errored. Use the G.821 default value, corresponding at 10 -3 when no specific value is requested. DM Threshold: Choose the number of errors per minute in order to consider the minute ad Degraded.
  • Page 58 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Connect the instrument as displayed on the screen and press the RIGHT CURSOR key. If testing only the physical line: PRI: Make sure you have made a loop at the remote ► site and have disconnected the line from the network. (Only D2000 and D2000Lite) BRI: Make sure you have disconnected the bus from...

  • Page 59: Performing An Nx64K Ber Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Reset the counters. The three pages show the following results for each call: The first line indicates the status of the test. Bit Error Rate (BER) ► Received bits ► Errored bits transmitted ►...

  • Page 60: Running A Ber Test Over V/X Interface

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 In Unframed G.703 mode, the line rate is fixed at 2Mbit/s. The timeslot zero (0) on the E1 frame is used to synchronise the frame itself and transport the overhead control bits. In fw version previous to 2.56, the Unframed BER test used always the timeslot zero (0) of the frame to synchronise and transport the overhead control bits.

  • Page 61: Performing Generate Traffic Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Fig. 3-1 (end-to-end) In order to set the parameters and to perform the test, refer to § 3.3.4. 3.6. Performing Generate Traffic test Use the GENERATE TRAFFIC test to check the capacity of the access to manage traffic over the D channel.

  • Page 62: Running A Generate Traffic Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Number of bursts: Set the total duration of the test expressed with the number of bursts. Pause between burst: Set the time interval between two bursts of calls. Parallel calls per burst: Set the maximum number of parallel calls for each group of calls.

  • Page 63: Performing A U Interface Test (Nt1-U Only)

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 During the test the instrument makes a loop on every active B channel. The screen indicates the total number of calls and the number of failed cycles the instrument has detected. “Failure” means that the instrument was not able to make all calls.

  • Page 64: Setting Up The U Interface Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.7.1. Setting Up the U Interface Test Define the following parameters for a U interface test: Load (mW): Set the load in milliwatts inserted on the line. Use the 1100 mW default value when no other value is requested. Vmin threshold: Set the minimum voltage value under which the instrument resets its line interface.

  • Page 65: Acting As Loop Box

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Connect the instrument as displayed on the screen and press the RIGHT CURSOR key. The status line indicates the status of the test. The central part of the screen automatically gives information on the line voltage and line current.

  • Page 66: Setting Up A Loop Box

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.8.1. Setting Up a Loop Box Define the following parameters to activate the loopbox function: Call accept: Choose the control mode on incoming calls. • Only Compatible, the loopbox function only accepts incoming calls compatible with the set profile.
  • Page 67 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 This mode can be used to simulate a call from one port to the other port of an NT+ / NT-IP or exchange. To perform this test, configure the instrument as LT-U (option LT-U2K) o NT-S or NT- E1, connect it to the device, enter a number in the Own/MSN field (i.e.

  • Page 68: Running A Loop Box Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 By setting the < Immediate, with connection.> value in the <Call- back> field and performing a BER test in autocall, § 0, the measurement will be simultaneously made on NB channels, where N is equal to <2 + 2 * <Maximum number of call-back>. 3.8.3.
  • Page 69 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Mode: Choose the Call mode. • Outgoing, the instrument sends a X.25 call to another instrument. Once connected, the instrument generates X.25 data packets at the set speed. • Incoming, the instrument waits for a X.25 call from another instrument. As soon as a compatible call is received, the instrument answers automatically and starts to generate X.25 data packets.

  • Page 70: Running An X.25 On D Channel Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 TEI: Use the TEI value assigned to the access. X.25 service uses a fixed value of TEI. LCI: Logical Channel Identifier, which must be set at one of the values of the LCI range used by the access. The instruments uses this value for outgoing calls, while accepting any LCI value for incoming calls.
  • Page 71 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Scroll through the result pages. Reset the test counters The result pages display the following information: The status of the test ► The number of packets, bytes and bps rate (bits per second) that the ►...

  • Page 72: Testing The X.25 On The B Channel

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 RestCNF: Number of transmitted and received RESTART CONFIRM messages. Reject: Number of transmitted and received REJECT messages. Int: Number of transmitted and received INTERRUPT messages. IntCNF: Number of transmitted and received INTERRUPT CONFIRM messages. Diagnost: Number of diagnostic packets transmitted and received.
  • Page 73 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Mode: Choose the Call mode. • Vc Incoming/Outgoing, the instrument waits/sends an X.25 call over a Virtual channel • pVc Incoming/Outgoing, the instrument waits/sends an X.25 call over a permanent Virtual channel (leased line) •...

  • Page 74: Running An X.25 On B Channel Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Call request facility: Set None or User in order to insert a Facility field into the Call Request message. Own #: Enter the X.25 number assigned to the tested access for compatibility on incoming calls. LCI: Enter an identification number for the channel in use, to avoid the interfere of other terminals on the data transmission.
  • Page 75 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Scroll through the result pages. The result pages display the following information: The status of the test ► The number of packets, bytes and bps rate (bits per second) that the ► instrument has transmitted and received Net throughput on transmission and reception side ►...

  • Page 76: Ip Ping Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 PVc: Informs if it is a pVc or not, and if Layer 2 is configured as DTE or DCE. LCI: LCI assigned. DATA: Number of transmitted and received DATA messages. Number of transmitted and received RR messages. RNR: Number of transmitted and received RNR messages.

  • Page 77: Setting Up An Ip Ping Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.11.1. Setting Up an IP Ping test Define the following parameters to perform an IP Ping test: Called number: Enter the ISDN phone number of the called party. Only with protocol. Sub number: If necessary, enter the sub number of the called party. Only with protocol.

  • Page 78: Running An Ip Ping Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 IP Address: Select the User IP address mode: • Static: The IP address is manually configured by the User • Dynamic: An assignment request of the IP address is sent by the User. Only for IP over PPP Local IP: Enter the local IP address.
  • Page 79 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Scroll through the result pages. The result pages display the following information: The Status line indicates the status of the test; and the PING line indicates the status of the Ping; Idle, Waiting for reply or Pause. PPP link state and response messages (once the link is active, the PPP item ►...

  • Page 80: Ip Generate Traffic

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.12. IP Generate Traffic Through the test IP GENERATE TRAFFIC, you can simulate a real IP traffic condition. This allows to carry out a more exhaustive test toward the network, instead the simple IP PING. The equipment performs a data transfer between hosts by simulating the functionalities of both.
  • Page 81 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 • Upload, data is transferred from the device to the remote server. The remote server must be enabled for the service TFTP and must has appropriate qualifications in order to write the file transferred. Problems won’t occur if using as server a second device.

  • Page 82: Running An Ip Generate Traffic Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 • Dynamic: An assignment request of the User’s IP address is sent to the Server by using the DHCP protocol. Only for IP over PPP. Local IP: Enter the local IP address. Only in ‘IP address mode: Static’. PPP type: Allows to select the PPP protocol simulation type performed by the device: •...

  • Page 83: Tone Generator And Measurements

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Scroll through the result pages. The result pages display the following information: The Status line indicates the status of the test and the TFTP line indicates the status of the file in transfer: Uploading, Downloading, Complete and, at the end of the test, the disconnection causes.

  • Page 84: Setting Up A Tone Generator And Measurement Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 The output signal is generated at PCM code level if you the test is carried out toward digital channel and at analogue level over POTS interface. In this case the maximum output level is 0dBm and it is referred to a characteristic impedance of 600 Ohm. Besides the tone generator, you can also use this test to perform phonic band measurements both at PCM and Analogue level.

  • Page 85: Running A Tone Generator And Measurement Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Sub number: If necessary, enter the subaddress of the called party. ISDN only. Freq start (Hz): Insert the initial frequency value (range from 300 to 3400). If the value is different from Freq.stop, the device performs a scansion of frequencies included between the two values.

  • Page 86: Measuring The B Channel Round Trip Delay (Echo)

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 To begin to send tones toward the acoustic band. To stop sending tones toward the acoustic band. To send another tone (next), in case of ‘Sweep Time: Manual’. In order to send the next tone, in case Freq.start is equal to Freq.stop.
  • Page 87 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 To measure the ECHO time: Activate a connection to a terminal with data loop (if not already existing). If the Tone Generator test is active, press this key in order to end the it. To start the line response time measurement.

  • Page 88: Using The D1029N Adapter (Nt1-S Only)

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 3.14. Using the D1029N Adapter (NT1-S only) Use the D1029 adapter to supply phantom power supply over the S 0 BUS in order to verify the proper working of the terminal equipment (TE) in standard and emergency mode.

  • Page 89: S/T-Bus Wiring Test (Wt2000 Option)

    Connect the LT-U ADAPTER to the “AUX” connector of the AC/DC Aethra 531000971 adapter supply with the instrument. After connecting the U connector of the instrument and the U line of the NT socket to the LT-U ADAPTER, set Basic Access, LT-U mode, on the instrument. The functions are the same as the NT-S mode.

  • Page 90: At Terminal (Tty) Test (V.24 Asynchronous)

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Connect the instrument as displayed on the screen and press the RIGHT CURSOR key. Connect one end of the bus to the WT2000M adapter ► and close the other end with the WT-Slave adapter Start the test The result page displays the following information for each call: Presence (and value) of voltage on the bus...

  • Page 91: Setting Up An At Terminal (Tty) Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 This test is available only in VX mode with asynchronous V.24 interface. See § 3.3.4.1. 3.17.1. Setting up an AT Terminal (TTY) Test Define the following parameters for the AT Terminal (TTY) test: Mode: Select the message sending mode.

  • Page 92: Running An At Terminal (Tty) Test

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 If in the COMMON SETUP page regarding V.24 interface, see § 3.3.4.1, the field ‘Flow control’ is set at ‘Xon/Xoff’, displaying of control characters is forced at ‘NO’ because Xon/Xoff are control characters as well and so they have to be interpreted. Local echo: By setting this parameter at ‘YES’, the device reports on screen the characters or messages sent.
  • Page 93 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 To exit from the editing page. To cancel the last character inserted. Only in “Mode: Message”. To cancel the whole string inserted. Only in “Mode: Message”. To send the message. Only in “Mode: Message”. To select the type of character to be set (capital, small, punctuation or hexadecimal).

  • Page 94: Predefined Tests

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL 4. PREDEFINED TESTS 4.1. About this Chapter You can save the setup of the most frequent used tests for later use. This setup is then added to the list of predefined tests. Make use of these predefined tests to have a quick and faultless test setup of your instrument.

  • Page 95: Saving A Predefined Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 4.2. Saving a Predefined Test First you have to add a predefined test setup to memory. The following example shows how to save the test setup of a BER test: The internal memory of the device can store up to 10 different predefined setup for each kind of test.

  • Page 96: Performing A Predefined Test

    The following example shows how to run a predefined BER test. Open the TEST MENU screen. Open the PREDEFINED TESTS screen. Select the desired test, i.e. BER. Select the test, i.e. Aethra Tel. USER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 4 - PREDEFINED TESTS...

  • Page 97: Default Predefined Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 The device configures itself with all the test parameters in the way they have been saved. Start the test. The LED RUN is on and the test results appear on the screen. For example: You can modify your predefined test setup at any time with the SETUP key.
  • Page 98 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Opens the TEST MENU: PREDEFINED screen. Selects the type of test, i.e. BER. To highlights the field Press Enter to: and set the operation to be carried out on the file, with "Set as Ф test" Selects the test to be carried out as predefined, as you switch on the instrument.

  • Page 99: Deleting A Predefined Test

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 4.4. Deleting a predefined test To delete a test from the predefined ones: Open the TEST MENU screen. Open the TEST MENU: PREDEFINED screen. Selected test: to select the type of test for the visualisation of the predefined configuration list Press Enter to: Set the operation to be carried out on the file, "Delete"...

  • Page 100: Using The Favorites Feature

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 4.5. Using the Favorites feature It is possible to create a list of the most used tests into the predefined tests, ‘Favorites’ page. To add a predefined test into the Favorite list follow the steps listed below: Choose the setup that you want to save Open the ‘Save setup as predefined’...
  • Page 101 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Recall the PREDEFINED TESTS setup and select, ‘Press ENTER to: ’Add favorites’ Select the test to add and press ENTER. Now the test’s setup is saved into the Favourites page. If you delete a test listed into the Favourites page, you will remove only the link to the test but not the test itself.

  • Page 102: Using The Instrument For Monitoring

    ISDN. Data captured by the device may be stored for further analysis or downloaded into a ® persona computer through the software Aethra “PC108 for Windows Monitoring navigation is illustrated in Fig. 5-1. CHAPTER 5 - USING THE INSTRUMENT FOR MONITORING USER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 103: Setting Up For Monitoring

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Fig. 5-1 Monitoring Navigation 5.2. Setting Up for Monitoring The following example describes the setup for S/T BUS monitoring in high- impedance. Differences to other monitoring modes will be indicated throughout the text. Open the TEST MENU.
  • Page 104 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Note that the next line changes from “MANUAL TESTS” to “SETUP & START MONITOR”. Select SETUP & START MONITOR and open the SETUP: MONITOR screen. ISDN POTS Use the functions in this screen to remove superfluous messages from the monitored traffic.

  • Page 105: Bri-U Monitoring (D2022 Option)

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Capture Msg ⇒ TE: Captures specific messages that are sent to the terminal. Capture Msg ⇒ NT: Captures specific messages that are sent to the network. Buffer Mode: Choose whether monitoring should stop when the memory’s space is full, or older data should be overwritten.

  • Page 106: Start Monitoring

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 The D2022 is available in the U interface version with 2B1Q and 4B3T line code. To monitor signalling over the U interface directly, select the 'MON-U' mode and carry out the 'MONITOR' test. For information on connections see Appendix B. First connect the D2022 to the NT termination and then to the NT line.
  • Page 107 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Setup the device in Monitor mode Go into the Monitor results page. According to the instructions reported in the previous chapters Select ‘Bch’ softkey Configure the parameters B channel capture: Choose the B channel to capture. •...

  • Page 108: Stop Monitoring

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Select “Execute at next start” and press the right arrow The device can capture up to two channels simultaneously, choosing among D, D+1B and 2B. Selecting the capture 2B, is not possible to memorise packets relative to the D channel. In 2B automatic mode, the device starts capturing as soon as the interested channels are activated, the capturing remains active until a specific manual command made by the user.
  • Page 109 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Enter a label for the monitor trace. Use the numeric keypad to enter characters and key 1 to enter a space or other ASCII characters. Confirm and save the monitor trace. The stored traces can be used for the following routines at a later date: Printing a hard copy of the trace.

  • Page 110: Using The Multimediacard (Mmc2000 Option)

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 6. USING THE MULTIMEDIACARD (MMC2000 OPTION) 6.1. Introduction The MMC2000 option, allows to expand the internal memory of the device up to 16MByte by the use of a MULTIMEDIACARD™ as support, on which is possible to store a bigger quantity of data compared to the device’s internal buffer.

  • Page 111: Formatting The Multimediacard

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 6.2. Formatting the MultiMediaCard The first operation to do in order to use correctly the MultiMediaCard™, is formatting the CARD itself, by the use of the software PC108 for Windows™ XP edition, or the software MMCWizard provided with the option MMC2000.

  • Page 112: Setting Up The Multimediacard

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 If the icon goes red, in spite of all the connections are correct, click with the right button of the mouse on the icon and select “Configure” a window, that shows the device information and configurations will appear.
  • Page 113 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Select BUFFER MODE: MULTIMEDIACARD. Select ‘Use this setup for monitoring’. Start the test. After the START, the device asks for a file name that will be stored into the MultiMediaCard™, this operation allows the user to find the stored file into the CARD Insert the file name.

  • Page 114: Uploading The File Into The Pc

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Once the test is finished, it is possible to disconnect the box from the device and connect it to a personal in order to download the stored data. The MultiMediaCard™ can be used only with the device in MONITOR mode.
  • Page 115 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 It’s also possible to make a multiple DOWNLOAD selecting two or more files simultaneously. In this case the program won’t ask to rename the files, downloading them into the folder, with the original name For further information about how to use the PC108 for Windows™...

  • Page 116: Smart Status

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 7. SMART STATUS 7.1. About this chapter The Smart Status function allows you to view the configuration and the current state of both instrument and tested interface. Interaction with the B channel status is also possible.

  • Page 117: B Channels Status

    MANUALE D’USO ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 In case of DASS2/DPNSS protocols, the layer 2 LED turns green only if all the links are active (30 for PRI or 2 for BRI). Otherwise, if one link at least is active, the LED turns yellow. In case of tests over G.703, G.704 or V/X interfaces, the layer 1 LED turns green when the physical layers (frame, clock, criteria) is ready.
  • Page 118 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 In Simulation mode you can select the looped or cross-looped B channels and display the connected remote number in the last line of the screen of page 2, if available. If the delay is available for the selected channel, § 3.13.3, the instrument displays it in alternation with the connected number.

  • Page 119: Restarting B Channels

    MANUALE D’USO ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Monitor Disconnects the call associated to the B channel. Simulation mode only. Listens to the audio of the associated call. Monitor mode only. If there is an active loop, it’s not possible to change the signalling protocol set, in order to avoid B channel lock problems.

  • Page 120: B Channels Connection

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 7.2.2. B channels connection In simulation, if the answering mode loopbox is set as Manual, see § 3.8, the device shows the icon “bell” at every incoming call compatible with the profile set, see § 3.3, and the can answer or disconnect the call manually.

  • Page 121: Primary Access Status

    MANUALE D’USO ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 To select the B channel to be connected in loop or audio. In Simulation mode the instrument displays additional information on the channel if the call-back or call forwarding function is active. See § 3.8.1. If present, the remote number is shown in the "{[CD] , [CB] Remote number compared to the instrument.

  • Page 122: Access

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 About synchronization: FRAME, indicates that the frame synchronization has been reached. ► CRC, (Cyclic Redundancy Code) indicates that the CRC synchronization has ► been reached. Only PRI with CRC4. About the presence of alarm conditions: LOS, (Loss Of Signal) indicates the absence of received impulses due to ►...

  • Page 123: G.826

    MANUALE D’USO ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 In this configuration, information such as FRAME and CRC SYNC, LFA alarms, AIS and RAI, LOCAL CRC and REMOTE CRC errors is not available over the frame. 7.3.2. G.826 Page 4 shows the values detected according to G.826 to monitor the in-service line quality parameters.

  • Page 124: Basic Access Status

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Resets counters. 7.4. Basic Access status In case of Basic access, the third page shows the activation state of the physical layer (INFO 1, 2, 3 and 4), the presence of data switching over D channel (D channel packet).
  • Page 125 MANUALE D’USO ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Goes to 2 page. D2000 integrates a frequency measurer, with resolution +/- 100Hz, for measuring the reception clock. The measurer is able to calculate the incoming clock frequency and the correct phasing compared to data. A possible error, for example due to the inversion of the clock itself, is highlighted on the screen as well as the clock absence.

  • Page 126: Frame Relay Protocol Status (Fr2K Option)

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 C114/C115, clock transmitted from DCE ► C105 (RTS), C106 (CTS), C107 (DSR), C108 (DTR), C109 (DCD) ► C141, loop request from DTE to DCE ► 7.6. Frame Relay protocol status (FR2K option) If FR2K option is installed, it will be possible carrying tests in order to install and check Frame Relay services over WAN (Wide Area Network) links.

  • Page 127: Reading The Pots Line Status

    MANUALE D’USO ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 7.7. Reading the POTS line status If the AB2000 option is present and the instrument is configure to operate over a normal POTS analog line, you can display the status of some POTS line parameters. Display page 1 of the available status information.
  • Page 128 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 If the AC/DC external adapter is connected, it is displayed also the internal battery recharging status. Goes to page 5. Information about external accessories connected is available as well as the device’s internal temperature. MANUALE D’USO CAPITOLO 7.

  • Page 129: Analyzing A Monitor Trace

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 8. ANALYZING A MONITOR TRACE 8.1. About this Chapter This chapter describes the signaling protocol analysis function of the instrument. You can analyze saved or real time monitor traces directly on the instrument’s screen. Various display modes are available to make data analysis easier.
  • Page 130 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Select the trace to be analyzed, i.e. “Aethra Srl” Open the last saved TRACE directly. Use this menu to set up the filters that remove some of the messages in the trace. The following filters are available for the ISDN access: Show layer: Display all layer 3, 2 and/or 1 messages.

  • Page 131: Analyzing A Trace In Overview Mode

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Show Repeated frames: Display repeated UINFO frames on DASS2 and ► DPNSS protocol due to compelled signaling system. Only for DASS2 and DPNSS. Show Msg ⇒ TE: Display specific messages sent to the terminal. ►...

  • Page 132: Analyzing A Trace In Full Decoding Mode

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 All physical level events and FSK messages are displayed for the POTS access. Scroll through the messages. The according to the key used. When at the top or bottom of the screen, the highlight area remains still and the message list starts scrolling.
  • Page 133 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Scroll the message contents. POTS Select another message. To return to overview mode: Return to overview mode. To go to mix decoding mode: Change decoding mode. CHAPTER 8 - ANALYZING A MONITOR TRACE /D2000Lite/D2000...

  • Page 134: Analyzing A Trace In Mix Decoding Mode

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 The duration of each call can be determined with the time values shown: in ISDN use the time values between SETUP and DISCONNECT, in POTS between OFF HOOK and ON HOOK events. 8.5. Analyzing a Trace in Mix Decoding Mode From the full decoding mode you can display the trace in mix decoding mode as follows: Select an event.

  • Page 135: Analyzing A Trace In Hexadecimal Decoding Mode

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 8.6. Analyzing a Trace in Hexadecimal Decoding Mode From the mix decoding mode you can display the trace in hex decoding mode as follows: Select an event. The screen changes to the hex decoding mode.
  • Page 136 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Select a level 3 event related to the call to be displayed. For easier search, use the “Show number” filter. Insert the filter. When you have inserted the call filter and you have removed the number filter, only the related events will be displayed.

  • Page 137: Statistics

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 9. STATISTICS Statistical data about monitor’s stored traffic is available in various pages for the Euro-DSS1 protocol. Statistics are divided into layer 2, layer 3 and advanced statistics. Statistics are updated in real time for immediate data analysis during the test.
  • Page 138 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Fig. 9-1 Additional checks can be performed by analyzing statistics on the TEI management. Fig. 9-2 Data allow for evaluating the average use of the tested access (normal calls, X.25 or layer 2 management). Access Layer 3 statistics on messages.
  • Page 139 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Advanced statistics are available in the traffic summary, divided by call and disconnection cause. Display statistics on calls. column of Fig. 9.4 shows the total number of current outgoing and incoming calls. The “OK” column shows to the total number of successful calls (from SETUP to DISC).
  • Page 140 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL Display the LOCATION of disconnected calls. CHAPTER 9 - STATISTICS...

  • Page 141: Configuring The Instrument

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 10. CONFIGURING THE INSTRUMENT 10.1. About this Chapter This chapter describes the general configuration of the instrument. You can change default settings or prepare the instrument for specific use. 10.2. Opening the Configuration Menu Open the Config.
  • Page 142 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Enter a new name. Use the numeric keypad to enter Name, Main (phone) number, and other data. Select “Save this entry” to add the new name and number to the phonebook. To modify an existing entry. To delete a name from the phonebook.

  • Page 143: Adjusting The Volume

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Go to full decoding mode 10.4. Adjusting the volume Select the Volume Levels submenu. Audio: use the arrow keys to adjust the speaker volume. Keypad Beep: to adjust the keypad beep volume. The instrument beeps according to the selected volume each time you change the value.

  • Page 144: Setting The Date And Time

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 This option is available only in the multi-language version. 10.7. Setting the Date and Time The instrument has a date and time clock. To change date and time: DATE FORMAT: Set the date format to DDMMYY (i.e. 19 Apr 2003), or MMDDAA (i.e.
  • Page 145 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Perform the selected test. The screen displays the results of the diagnostics test. Perform a General RESET of the instrument. It is recommended to perform a General RESET after updating the internal firmware of the instrument. Confirm Reset.

  • Page 146: Show Version Number

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 10.10. Show Version number You can ask for the model identity (version number and options) at any time. To display the identity: Select the INFORMATION AND OPTIONS submenu. The screen shows a list of available software options with related version numbers, and shows the software version number and instrument serial number.

  • Page 147: Test Programming

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 10.14. Test Programming Select the PROGRAMMED TESTS submenu. The instrument allows you to automatically activate a test at a set date and time. Once you have selected the test to be performed, the instrument goes in stand-by state, displaying the current time and the automatic START time, if any.

  • Page 148: Automatic Background Monitor

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Starts the selected test Cancels the function 10.14.1. Automatic Background Monitor It is possible to act in such a way that the feature BACKGROUND MONITOR activates itself automatically when the test starts, without setting it from time to time. In order to enable this feature, the following conditions must be true: The device must be configured in simulation mode (TE, NT, etc.) ►...

  • Page 149: Self Switching Off

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 The BACKGROUND MONITOR is automatically activated at every test starting and stops itself a few seconds before the end of the test. The setup took into consideration by this test is the last entered in background monitor’s setup page.

  • Page 150: Using Memory, Printer And Pc

    Saving and viewing of test results or monitored traces ► Printing test results or monitored traces ► Communicating with a PC using the AETHRA “PC108 for Windows ► software. 11.2. Saving Test Results You can save results to memory from any RESULT screen. This enables you to view, analyze, and print the test result at a later date.

  • Page 151: Viewing Test Results

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 You can enter a label for the test result. Use the numeric keypad to enter characters. Numeric key 1 is used for entering a space or other characters. Confirm and save the test results. The results of the last test you have performed are automatically saved.

  • Page 152: Printing Test Results Or Monitored Traces

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 The test results appear on the screen. You can recall the results of the last test by selecting the “Last test” option in the “Selected test” field. The test settings shall be automatically restored when recalling a result from the memory.

  • Page 153: Using "Pc108 For Windows

    All screens are presented as a single result when printing. 11.5. Using “PC108 for Windows To use the Aethra “PC108” software you need to connect the instrument to a computer. Use the RS 232 cable to connect a computer to the RS 232 port of the instrument.

  • Page 154: Maintaining The Instrument

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL 12. MAINTAINING THE INSTRUMENT 12.1. About this Chapter This chapter covers basic maintenance procedures that can be performed by the user. 12.2. Cleaning and Storage 12.2.1. Cleaning the Instrument Clean the instrument with a damp cloth and a mild soap. Do not use abrasives, solvents or alcohol, since they may damage the instrument.

  • Page 155: Extending Battery Operating Time

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Fig. 12-1 Charging the Batteries No damage will occur to the instrument if you leave it charging for long periods, i.e. during the weekend. 12.3.2. Extending Battery Operating Time Charging the batteries when they are not completely empty, reduces the battery operating time.

  • Page 156: Replacing The Nimh Battery Pack

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 12.3.4. Replacing the NiMH Battery Pack It should not usually be necessary to replace the battery pack. If you do want to replace the battery pack, refer to Figure 12-2 and follow the instructions below. Warning To avoid electrical shock, remove any cable before opening the battery access cover.

  • Page 157: Display

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 Ensure that the batteries are placed in the battery compartment as shown in Fig. 11-2. Use only the Aethra battery pack (621070331). Reinstall the battery cover and secure the two screws with a screw driver.
  • Page 158 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Software “PC108 for Windows” EXPERT version Soft Case Table 12-1 Replaceable Parts Optional item Battery charger, universal, 115/230Vac, 50-60Hz TC2000, car battery charger Cable Set for E1, the set includes the following items (not available separately) cable SHIELDED.

  • Page 159: Troubleshooting

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 FR2K, option for tests over Frame Relay connections IP2K-Lite, option for tests over IP layer, X.25 on B channel and Frame Relay connections PROT2K-Lite, additional protocols for D2000Lite ® (TN1R6, DASS2, DPNSS, CorNet MMC2000, memory extension MultiMediaCard™...

  • Page 160: The Printer Does Not Print

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 Make sure that the interface cable is properly connected between the ► instrument and the PC. Make sure that the COM port and the rate selected in ISDN software are ► correct. If necessary, change the COM port setting or connect the interface cable to another COM port.

  • Page 161: Specifications

    13.1.2. Performance Characteristics ® Aethra guarantees the properties expressed in numerical values with the stated tolerance. Specified non-tolerance numerical values indicate those that could be nominally expected from the mean of a range of identical instruments.

  • Page 162: Basic Rate

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 13.3. Basic Rate Layer 1, S/T Interface PHYSICAL INTERFACE 4- wire line bus CHANNEL STRUCTURE 2B + D LINE CODE Modified AMI COMPLIANCE ITU-T (CCITT) Rec. I.430, ETS 300 TOTAL BIT RATE 192 Kb/s NET BIT RATE 144 Kb/s CONNECTOR...

  • Page 163: Primary Rate

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 13.4. Primary Rate Primary Rate Interface PHYSICAL INTERFACE 4-wire line bus LINE CODE HDB3 CHANNEL STRUCTURE G.703, PCM30, PCM30CRC, PCM31, PCM31CRC COMPLIANCE CCITT G.703, G.704, Rec. I.431, ETS 300 011 BIT RATE 2.048 Mb/s CONNECTOR RJ45 (ISO 8877), pin 1, 2, 4 and 5 CLOCK SOURCE...

  • Page 164: Pots Access (Ab2000 Option)

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 V.36 Compliance CCITT (ITU-T) Rec. V.36 TRANSMISSION BIT RATE Max bit rate 1.024Mb/s Max bit rate, with kit SPK-2K 2.048Mb/s 13.6. POTS Access (AB2000 option) Layer 1 PHYSICAL INTERFACE 2-wire line IMPEDANCE Menu-selectable, 600Ω, CTR21, complex Belgium, Germany &...

  • Page 165: Protocols

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 13.7. Protocols Euro-ISDN (ETSI EDSS-1) LAYER 2 Protocol Based on CCITT (ITU-T) Rec. Q.921 Compliance ETS 300 125 TEI Management P-MP, P-P with value definable by the user (0-63) LAYER 3 Based on CCITT (ITU-T) Rec. Q.931 Protocol ETS 300 102-1/2, ETS 300 122, ETS Compliance...

  • Page 166: Power With Internal Batteries

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 13.8. Power with Internal Batteries NO. OF BATTERIES One packet of 5 elements TYPE Rechargeable Ni-MH NOMINAL VOLTAGE 1,2 V CAPACITY 1500 mA/h DEAD BATTERY WARNING Graphic display and acoustic signal 13.9. Power with External Adapter MAINS VOLTAGE 230 Vac +- 10% @ 50 Hz MAINS VOLTAGE (with universal...

  • Page 167: Miscellaneous

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 13.10. Miscellaneous Supplementary services supported ETSI E-DSS1 MSN, SUB, CLIR, COLR, COLP, CLIP, 3PTY, AOC, CFB, CFNR, CFU, CUG, CW, CD, DDI, ECT, HOLD & RETRIEVE, MCID, TP, UUS, CCBS, CHARGE ADVISE, KEYPAD. Display DISPLAY AREA 240 x 200 pixel...

  • Page 168: Data Connection

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 13.11. Data Connection RS 232 CONNECTOR internally optically insulated D-9 (V.28 CCITT ISO4902) for PC, printing and remote control DATA RATE 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200 bit/s MAX DATA RATE WITH KIT SPK- 230400 bit/s 2K APPLIED TO PRINTER...

  • Page 169: Reference Regulations (Reliability Tests)

    USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 13.13. Reference Regulations (reliability tests) STORAGE CEI 50-3 CEI EN 60068-2-1 IEC 68-2-2 TRANSPORT CEI 50-6 IEC 68-2-32 IEC 68-2-35 OPERATING CONDITIONS CEI 50-3 CEI EN 68068-2-1 IEC 68-2-2 IEC 68-2-3 IEC 68-2-14 CEI 50-6 IEC 68-2-31 IEC 68-2-32...
  • Page 170 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL APPENDIX A APPENDIX A...
  • Page 171 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 A. CONNECTOR TERMINATIONS A.1. PRIMARY RATE (P.R.I.) ISO8877 standard connector - 120Ω impedance FUNCTION Plug ISO 8877 A.2. BASIC RATE (B.R.I.) “S/T” interface ISO8877 standard connector - 100Ω impedance FUNCTION Remote power TX + PWR + Plug ISO 8877 RX +...
  • Page 172 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 “U” interface FUNCTION Plug ISO 8877 LINE LINE A.3. V.11 V.11 Function Criteria direction T(A) B channel TE NT To D2000 (in Simul. TE) (upstream) From D2000 (in Monitor) T(B) B channel TE NT To D2000 (in Simul.
  • Page 173 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 A.4. RS.232 PIN* RS 232 DEVICE PERSONAL COMPUTER C104 Transmission Reception C103 Reception Transmission C102 Ground Signal Ground Signal *Ending with 9-pole standard connector. A.5. HANDSET TYPE TYPE “1” FUNCTION TX + Plug RJ 9 TX - RX + RX -...
  • Page 174 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL A.6. RS232 – Modem connection The diagram below shows the basic connection between a device and a modem or a printer (DCE). The device does not support the C105 and C108 criteria control. With this connection, you have to set in the modem (via software): IGNORE CRITERIA C108 (DTR) and C105 (RTS) Normally the majority of the modems allow this type of setting via software, but if you...
  • Page 175 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 The diagram below shows the connection between a device and a PC (DTE). The device doesn’t handle the C105 control lead. Use a 8N1 serial port configuration without any flow control mode. At least you may connect the pins 7-8 as in the draw below.
  • Page 176 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 A.7. G.703 120Ω connector with HDSL/SHDSL terminations In case of NTs over HDSL/SHDSL devices, you may find the following connectors: 2Mbit/s (120Ω) Connettore a vaschetta D-SUB DIN 41652 9 contatti F Wire Signal Description 2 Mbit/s outgoing 2 Mbit/s incoming USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 177 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 APPENDIX B APPENDIX B...
  • Page 178 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL B. CONNECTIONS B.1. LT-U2K BRI LT-U mode B.2. D1029N BRI NT-S mode with phantom power feed to TE on S/T Bus APPENDIX B...
  • Page 179 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 B.3. RJ45 ADAPTER B.3.1. BRI/PRI TE Test mode B.3.2. BRI TE Test mode with 2 TEs APPENDIX B /D2000Lite/D2000...

  • Page 180: Mon Mode

    ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 B.3.3. TE mode BRI/PRI B.3.4. MON mode USER’S MANUAL APPENDIX B...
  • Page 181 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 B.4. D2022 BRI U-MON mode B.5. D2021 Protected Monitor Point mode APPENDIX B...
  • Page 182 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL B.6. AB2001 POTS TE mode B.7. WT2000 S/T BUS Wiring Test mode APPENDIX B...
  • Page 183 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 B.8. Special DEMO mode B.9. VX2000 DTE/DCE Tester mode APPENDIX B...
  • Page 184 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 USER’S MANUAL B.10. MMC2000 MultiMediaCard memory extension. APPENDIX B...
  • Page 185 USER’S MANUAL ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 APPENDIX C APPENDIX C...
  • Page 186 ISDN TESTER AND ANALYZER D2000 /D2000Lite/D2000 C. LOOPBOX STATE MACHINE USER’S MANUAL APPENDIX C...

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