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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 VDSL2 Point to Point Solution VDSL2 (Very-High-Bit-Rate Digital Subscriber Line 2, ITU-T G.993.2 Standard) is an access technology that exploits the existing infrastructure of copper wires that were originally deployed for POTS services. It can be deployed from central offices, from fibre-fed cabinets located near the customer premises or within buildings.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Safety Warnings For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions before device use. • DO NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous high voltage points or other risks.
3.1 Front Panel….9 3.2 Six LED indicators….9 3.3 Front Indicators….9 3.4 Rear Panel….10 3.5 Power On….10 4. Configure the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router Via Web Browser….11 4.1 Login….11 4.2 Select the Menu Level….12 4.3 Select Advanced Setup….13 4.4 Select LAN….14 4.4.1 Select LAN Settings and set the IP Address….15 4.4.2 Restart the Settings Dialog….17...
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 6.1 Connect the VDSL2 VC-400LT and VC-400RT ROUTER to the Line….19 6.2 Connect the VDSL2 VC-400LT and VC-400RT ROUTER to LAN Devices….20 6.3 Run Demos and Tests….20 7. Operating the VDSL2 System….20 7.1 Configuration Settings….20...
Use them to repack the unit in case there is a need to return for repair. 2. Complete Installation 2.1 Hardware Installation This chapter describes how to install the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router and establishes network connections. This may install the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router on any level surface (e.g, a table or shelf).
2.4 VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router Connections The VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router can be controlled by a PC. For this purpose, a PC is needed with an Ethernet network interface and a DB-9 RS-232 serial interface. Two programs are required: A Web browser is mandatory and a terminal program should be available optionally.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 • 4 Ethernet RJ-45 jacks; the Auto MDIX feature of the port switches automatically between MDI and MDI-X (MDI – X = Media Dependant Interface - Crossover). Therefore straight Ethernet cables can be used.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 3. Hardware Description This section describes the important parts of the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router. It features the front indicators and rear connectors. 3.1 Front Panel The following figure shows the front panel.
Blinking The device is sending or receiving data. The Internet or network connection is down. 3.4 Rear Panel The following figure shows the rear connectors Figure 3.4 Rear Connectors VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router Rear Connectors Connectors Type Description Line RJ-11 For connecting to the VDSL2 Router Using a RJ-11 cable...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 4. Configure the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router Via Web Browser The VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router provides a built-in HTML based management interface that allow user configure VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router via Internet Browser. Recommend using Internet Explorer 6.0 or later version and set screen resolution at 1024 x 768.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 4.2 Select the Menu Level There is an easy Setup Wizard for end users at the VDSL2 VC-400RT Router and an Advanced Setup for more detail configurations. This manual attaches importance to the Advanced Setup.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 4.2 Select the Advanced Setup in the Entry Screen 4.3 Select Advanced Setup Select the Advanced Setup. The menu below will be used frequently. As an exercise and an example now the IP address will be set.
LAN settings. Such a change may be necessary when connecting the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router to a new control PC and/or in order to turn the IP address changed via a shell command into a default address for the next restart of the board.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 4.4 LAN menu 4.4.1 Select LAN Settings and set the IP Address The form below is used to change the IP address of the LAN port “adm0” in the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 4.4.1 LAN Settings Now the IP address either may be changed or left as it is. If it has been changed in the form or after it has been changed through console ifconfig command, it needs to be “APPLY”...
VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router will be re-initialized – even if the IP address has not been changed. Refresh the display of the HTTP browser running on the control PC and login again. Figure 4.4.2 Login Password The VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router is ready to be controlled by the control PC now.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 5. Configure the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router via Console 5.1 Setup on Hyperterminal Open the Hyperterminal and set the baud rate to 115200, 8N1N to properly set the hyperterminal.
For it to take effect write the command “reboot” to restart the system. 6. Building a VDSL2 System First a quick overview on a complete setup of VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router. Figure 6 VDSL2 Application 6.1 Connect the VDSL2 VC-400LT and VC-400RT ROUTER to the Line The objective for VDSL2 is to pass high speed data over a twisted pair cable.
Configuration of operation modes, test modes (loop back) and the display of status information are supported by GUI (Graphical User Interface). 7.1 Configuration Settings Configure and start the VDSL2 VC-400LT Router (VC-400LT) and the VDSL2 VC-400RT Router (VC-400RT). • Configuration: As a minimum configuration, usually selecting the bandplan is required.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 7.1.1 Channel Configuration This function is for setting VDSL2 channel. Figure 7.1.1 Channel Configuration Menu Interleave delay function is used in digital data transmission technology to protect the transmission against noise issue and data error.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 data packets to become corrupt and the router has to re-request data which in turn can slow down the overall rate at which data is transmitted. Interleaving is a method of taking data packets, chopping them up into smaller bits and then rearranging them so that once contiguous data is now spaced further apart into a non continuous stream.
Set the required SNR Margin *10 (60=6dB) 7.1.3 Profile Configuration For this function, VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router provides world wide telecom standard band plan, such as meet European telecom standard band plan 998(17a), USA telecom standard band plan 997(8a, 8b) and APAC...
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30 MHz, with configuration options at 8.5 MHz, 12 MHz, 17.7 MHz and 30 MHz. Band profile and band plan can only be configured at VDSL2 VC-400LT Router as VDSL2 VC-400RT Router will auto-follow up on the settings of VDSL2 VC-400LT Router.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 7.1.3.1 Profile Configuration Figure 7.1.3.2 Band Profile and Plan Setup Error...
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 7.1.3.3 Band Profile Region The following shows the band profile and band plan compatibility: Band Profile List Band Plan List VDSL2 Profile8a Annex A M1_EU32 VDSL2 Profile8b Annex A M9_EU64 VDSL2 Profile8c...
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Note: O = Compatible ; X = Not Compatible The following phone cable distance and data rates are possible according to the band profile and band plan setup: Default plan profile and band plan = 30a and C8K...
Upstream: Traffic from Receiver to Transmitter 7.1.4 Band Configuration This function is for setting tones for each band. This function can only be seen at VDSL2 VC-400LT Router web management only. Figure 7.1.4 Band Configuration 7.1.5 Loop Back The loop back testing function for checking phone wire link problem: 1. System Loop.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 7.1.5 Loop Back Activation/Deactivation Menu Loop Back Setting Description To which bearer channel number shall the settings apply? Channel No. Channel 0 Loop System loop or line side loop Activate or deactivate loop back within the transmission...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 7.1.6 Line Activation This function is for enable/disable VDSL2 port. Figure 7.1.6 Activation and Deactivation of the Line Line Activation/Deactivation Setting Description Activate or deactivate the line. (Select the activity and the press the APPLY Line button.)
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 7.2 Status Displays 7.2.1 Line Status This function provides SNR value for checking phone wiring quality. Figure 7.2.1 Line Status Display: Actual SNR The following status messages may occur: not_initialized, exception, idle...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 7.2.2 Channel Status This function shows VDSL2 port status. Figure 7.2.2 Channel Status Display: Data Rate, Delay, Error Counters and Impulse Noise Protection...
Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 7.2.3 Version Info This function shows hardware and firmware version. Figure 7.2.3 Display of Version Data 7.2.4 SNR Graphs When VDSL2 VC-400LT Router links with VDSL2 VC-400RT Router, this graph will show the SNR value for each band.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 7.2.4 Display of SNR per Carrier...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 7.2.5 BitsGraphs When VDSL2 VC-400LT Router links with VDSL2 VC-400RT Router, this graph will show the bits value for each tone. Figure 7.2.5 Display Bits Per Tone Graph 8. Configuration Interface of the Router This section explains how to configure the router section of the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router using its web-based configuration.
Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.1 Logging in to the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router To log on to the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router Web Application, you must have a valid password. The Administrator creates the log on user with its password. When one log on to the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router Web...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 1. Enter the password in the Password text box. For an Admin user, the default password is “admin”. 2. Click LOGIN to begin the configuration or click CANCEL in the LOGIN PASSWORD window to cancel this log on operation.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.2.1 Setup Wizard The Setup Wizard is designed for ease-of-use in order to quickly configure the most common settings. The Admin can view the Setup Wizard link in the homepage. The wizard first step is to allow the admin to configure the system host settings displayed as shown in Figure 8.2.1...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.2.3 System The System link can be viewed in the left navigation bar. The following are the options available under System, as shown in Figure 8.2.3. • Administrator Settings • Firmware Upgrade •...
Figure 8.2.3.1 Administrator Settings Configuration While adding a user, each user must assign a separate port. Hence the number of users that can be added to the system depends on the number of ports available on the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 The screen contains the following details: Fields in User Setting Field Description Current This is the password associated with the administrator. This is Password enabled only for the user Administrator login. Password This is the password of the login administrator.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.3.2 Firmware Update The screen contains the following detail: • Click APPLY to start the firmware update. • Click Browse to select a specified file name to change the File Name.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.3.3 Device Mode The default setting is in Switch mode, it is not necessary to change the setting in most of the case. In situations, which devices (e.g. PC, Server, VoIP) connected to VC-400RT requires Router function.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.3.4 Status Window 8.2.3.5 Reboot To reboot the unit, click on the Reboot link in the left navigation bar. A screen is displayed as shown in Figure 8.2.3.5.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.3.5 Reboot VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router • Click Reboot to restart the unit. 8.2.3.6 Reset system To reset the system, click on the Reset link in the left navigation bar. A screen is...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.2.4 WAN The WAN settings can be viewed in the left navigation bar of VDSL2 VC-400RT Router only. The following are the options available under WAN, as shown Figure 8.2.4: • Dynamic IP •...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.4.1 Dynamic IP Configuration The screen contains the following details: • Click APPLY to save the information that has been entered. • Click CANCEL to exit from this page. 8.2.4.2 IP Settings To configure the WAN interface to use a Static IP Address, click on the Static IP link in the left navigation bar.
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Figure 8.2.4.2 Static IP Configuration The screen contains the following details: Fields in Static IP Field Description IP Address assigned by your Enter the IP Address of VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router. Enter the Subnet Mask of VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Subnet Mask Router. Enter...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 • Click APPLY to save the information that has been entered. • Click CANCEL to exit from this page without saving the changes. 8.2.4.3 PPPoE To configure the WAN interface to use PPPoE, click on the PPPoE link in the left navigation bar.
This is the period of time required to keep the connection alive if no packets are transmitted. If no packets are transmitted between LAN port and WAN port or between VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router and WAN, the connection is Maximum Idle Time disconnected after the 'Maximum idle time.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.4.4 DNS Configuration The screen contains the following details: Fields in DNS Field Description Domain Name Server(DNS) Enter the DNS address of the primary DNS server. Address Enter the address of the secondary DNS server, if Secondary DNS Address(optional) available.
Figure 8.2.5 LAN in Left Navigator Bar 8.2.5.1 LAN Settings Attention: For the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router, it is recommended to select a simple IP setting suitable to controlled lab environments. Set a static IP address and don’t use DHCP. The required steps are explained in Chapter 4.4.1 on Page 21! To configure the LAN interface, click on the LAN Settings link in the left navigation bar.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.5.1 LAN Settings The screen contains the following details: Fields in LAN Settings Field Description Enter interface Address VDSL2 IP Address VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router. Enter Subnet Mask VDSL2 Subnet Mask VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.2.5.2 DHCP Client List To view the DHCP client list, click on the DHCP Client List link in the left navigation bar. A screen is displayed to list all DHCP client connection with IP...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.2.5.3 LAN Switch Port Setting To view the All LAN Port Setting, click on the All LAN Port Setting link in the left navigation bar. A screen is displayed to all LAN Port Setting as shown in Figure 8.2.5.3.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.5.4 LAN Port Status 8.2.6 NAT The NAT Settings can be viewed in the left navigation bar of VDSL2 VC-400RT Router only. The following are the options available under NAT, as shown in Figure 8.2.6:...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Figure 8.2.6 NAT in Left Navigator Bar 8.2.6.1 Virtual Server To configure virtual server, click on the Virtual Server link in the left navigation bar. A screen is displayed as shown in Figure 8.2.6.1:...
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Fields in Virtual Server Field Description Private IP Enter a private IP Address of specified entry. Private Port Enter a private Port number of the specified entry. Type Select virtual server protocol type of the specified entry.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 The screen contains the following details: Fields in Port Mapping Field Description Server IP Enter the IP Address of a specified local machine. Mapping Port Assign a range of port or specific port number to route the packets.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Fields in DMZ Field Description Enable or disable the DMZ setting of VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Enable Router. Select the check box to enable this option. IP Address Enter IP Address of the DMZ host.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 To enable the firewall options, click on the Firewall Options link in the left navigation bar. A screen is displayed as shown in Figure 8.2.7.1: Figure 8.2.7.1 Firewall Options Configuration The screen contains the following details:...
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Fields in Client Filter Field Description Enable or disable the Client Filter feature of VDSL2 VC-400LT&VC-400RT Enable Client Filter Router. Select the check box to enable this option. Enter the filter IP Address range of the local machines under VDSL2 VC-400LT&VC-400RT Router.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 • Click APPLY to save the information that has been entered. • Click CANCEL to exit from this page without saving the changes. 8.2.7.3 MAC Control To configure MAC Control, click on the MAC Control link in the left navigation bar.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 8.2.8 Route Settings The Route Settings can be viewed in the left navigation bar. The following are the options available under Route, as shown in Figure 8.2.8: • Static Routing • Routing Table List Figure 8.2.8 Route in Left Navigator Bar...
• Click Add to add the information that has been entered. 8.2.8.2 Routing Table List To view the Routing entry table list of VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT Router, click on the Routing Table by link in the left navigation bar. A screen is displayed as shown in Figure 8.2.8.2.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 The UPnP Settings can be viewed in the left navigation bar of VDSL2 VC-400RT Router only. The following are the options available under UPnP, as shown in Figure 8.2.9. Figure 8.2.9 UPnP in Left Navigator Bar 8.2.9.1 Settings...
Description To enable or disable UPnP Setting. Select the check box to Enable or Disable the UPnP Enable UPnP function of SPEED-VDSL2 VC-400LT&VC-400RT Router. • Click APPLY at any time during configuration to save the information that you have entered.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 • Supports SNR indicator for checking phone wiring quality • Supports Interleave Delay to prevent against noise and data errors • Support 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 12a, 12b, 17a, 17b, and 30a band profile •...
Cause: 1. The VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT mode settings of VDSL2 router become unknown. 2. VDSL2 VC-400LT and VC-400RT router tone mode is different due to mixed use of new and old hardware VDSL2 routers. Solution: 1. Using the console, reboot the system and go to loader menu. Select set boot parameters and choose the VDSL2 VC-400LT/VC-400RT mode correctly.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Appendix C : Compliance and Safety Information FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested to comply with the limits for a computing device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Important Safety Instructions Caution: The direct plug-in wall transformer serves as the main product for disconnecting. The socket outlet shall be installed near the product and be readily accessible. Caution: Use only the power supply included with this product. In the event the power supply is lost or damaged:In the United States, use only with CSA certified or UL listed Class 2 power supply, rated 12Vdc 1A or above.
VDSL2 VC-400LT & VC-400RT Router USER’S MANUAL Ver.A13 Warranty The original owner of this package will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year parts after purchase. For the warranty to apply, you must register your purchase by returning the registration card indicating the date of purchase.
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