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MTX150x Lite User Manual Multi-Gigabit Internet Services & Ethernet Services Speed Test Set P/N D07-00-160P Rev. A00...
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Please direct all questions to your local VeEX® Sales Office, Representative, or Distributor. Or, contact VeEX tech- nical support at www.veexinc.com. No part of this user manual may be reproduced, translated into a foreign language, or be transmitted electronically without prior agreement and written consent of VeEX Incorporated as governed by International copyright laws.
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VeEX Inc., and to use it solely as intended and described in this manual. The purchaser is prohibited from copying, reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling the software. ...
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Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes or any other combustible environment. VeEX Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with safety precautions and requirements. Lithium-ion Battery Precautions Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs are compact and offer high capacity and autonomy, which make them ideal for demanding applications, like providing long lasting power to portable test equipment.
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General Safety Guidelines NEVER use any other charger (e.g., for NiCd, NiMH, or Li-ion) other than the one supplied by VeEX to charge the Li-Po batteries in this product. Only use chargers designed for Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) batteries.
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Introduction The MTX150x Lite is an optimized Quality of Experience (QoE) test solution (Layer 4+ applications) for multi- Gigabit services from 100 Mbps to 10 Gbps on copper and fiber interfaces. This rugged and ultra-portable hand-held test set helps field technicians install, verify, maintain and troubleshoot high-speed Residential and Business services, Internet Access and other packet- base services up to 10 Gbps.
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E. Micro-B USB: Use an USB-A OTG cable (included with purchase) to connect a USB to the micro-B USB port. The port supports memory drives and USB add-on devices such as fiberscopes. An optional Micro-B OTG to Ethernet adapter is also available for network connection. (only VeEX approved OTG to Ethernet Cables can be used) G.
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The MTX150x Lite has a default RJ45 port selected with 1000M/2.5G/5G/10G Base-T Test Mode. If the port is connected to a switch it acquires IP address automatically (if DHCP is set up). But you can always manually switch the test mode Ethernet test modes are accessed by selecting the Test Application button .
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Summary results per stream are viewable in the Per Stream tab. Server Results - Summary Bi-Directional Configuration and Results (VeEX Enhanced Testing Methodology Imple- mentation) The Bi-Directional TCP testing methodology is unique as it allows two separate tests to run simultaneously on the same link in different directions.
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The test set will take a few seconds to boot up, automatically start the V-TEST (VeEX Internet Speed Test) application, detect the link, auto-configure and get an IP address. The Basic V-Test defaults to use Ookla's speedtest.net servers for the speed test.
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(from test set to server) and displays the results. 3. Once finished, the GO button will turn back to green. It is ready to save the results and/or run more tests. MTX150x Lite Auto Basic V-TEST Full V-TEST Press to switch to the Full V-TEST screen and access more test details. The different tabs provide access to detailed test Results (Summary, Status, Graphs), Setup (manual configuration), and offers buttons for direct access to other related troubleshooting test tools.
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ID and server information (URL/IP, location, and ISP) are also provided. VeEX Managed – Perform internet speed tests by manually selecting servers from lists cre- ated and maintained by VeEX. These non-public lists are created for specific customers.
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FREMONT and server1 appearing in User Managed Starting a V-TEST Select a server from User Managed or VeEX Managed. Enabling Ping mode simultaneously runs a Ping test. Ping Response results will appear under the Results tab. Tap Start to initiate testing. The download test starts first, followed by the upload test. ...
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File Manager to backup files to USB, then delete selected files. The Format function is exclusively a maintenance tool. Use ONLY when instructed by a VeEX Customer Care representative. It erases all the information stored in the test set! The internal SD Card contains the System OS, all the Test Applications (Apps) and user’s data.
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"DI-3000 Auto-Focus Digital Fiber Inspection Microscope" on page 77 The VeEX digital fiber inspection scopes evaluate fiber optic connectors for dirt and end face quality. The hand- held probe design enables easy inspection of patch cords and difficult to reach bulkhead or patch panel con- nectors.
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When paired with a VeEX Optical Light Source (OLS) or as part of a VeEX Optical Loss Test Set (OLTS), which includes both, WaveID can be used to quickly test several wavelengths without having to adjust the OPM settings.
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This functionality allows the test platform to open and analyze standard OTDR .SOR files created by supported VeEX test sets. It can also be used to control the OPX-BOX OTDR via Bluetooth, Wireless or USB connection, offering full-featured OTDR test functionality.
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DI-1000MPO Digital Fiber Inspection Microscope for Single and Multi-Fiber Connectors DI-1000MPO Digital Fiber Inspection Microscope for Single and Multi-Fiber Connectors WiFi support requires VeEX Power Bank/WiFi Bridge accessory and host device/test set has built-in WiFi capability. See the test set's data sheet on www.veexinc.com or contact...
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(tip faced away). Remove a tip by rotating the locknut counterclockwise (tip faced away). With the correct tip fastened and secured, launch the Fiberizer application (PC, mobile, VeEX test set) and plug into an available USB interface or connect to the WiFi network.
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See the WiFi Wiz section for more information on setting up a WiFi Access Point if automatic scan- ning fails. The WiFi Access Point password is: "veex" plus the last six digits of the serial number of the DI- 3000 to connect with e.g. "veexA00700", where the serial number is SN:LA-3KA00700.
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When paired with a VeEX Optical Light Source (OLS) or as part of a VeEX Optical Loss Test Set (OLTS), which includes both, WaveID can be used to quickly test several wavelengths without having to adjust the OPM settings.
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Setup and Measurements Wavelength: Matches the calibrated wavelength to the signal being measured. Wave ID: Detects the incoming wavelength automatically from a supported VeEX OLS. Use when operating the OLS in continuous wave (CW) mode with or without Loop enabled.
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The built-in web browser uses the management port IP connection. An active IP connection can be established either through Ethernet or Wifi. The web browser defaults to VeEX's test website. Use the Web browser's navigation bar to enter the name of the website you wish to reach. Navigation capabilities may be limited.
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ReVeal Software This VeEX application allows the test set to connect, using the platform’s IP address. ReVeal CX300 is used for cable test sets, ReVeal FX300 for fiber test sets,ReVeal MTX for MTX, WX, RXT, MTTplus or TX series and transport test sets.
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VNC Viewer - Password Prompt EZ Remote The EZ Remote functionality allows users to quickly and securely connect to VeEX test sets all over the world, without the need for VPN, port forwarding or public IP addresses. This VeEX hosted service and user interface take care of all the complex tasks required, and present users with a simple application.
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Use it for remote control, collaboration, technical support or training purposes. The basic EZ Remote service is offered by VeEX free of charge. It provides public registration servers to help users and test sets establish remote sessions, without having to get IT departments involved. All you need is internet access for the test set and a remote user.
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>System Utilities>Global Settings>Save Settings R-Server Part of VeEX’s VeSion® centralized monitoring and management solutions, the R-Server Workflow and Asset Management system provides crucial tools to manage fleets of technicians, test equipment, standardized test profiles, thresholds, centralized test results collection, reporting, jobs/ticketing, and software update delivery to create coordinated and efficient disciplined workforce and test procedures.
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Our quality and environmental policy is to limit and progressively eliminate the use of hazardous substances and chemicals in the design and manufacture of our products. VeEX products are classified as Monitoring and Control Instruments under Article 2, Section (1), Category 9 of the WEEE 2002/96/EC Directive.
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Additional RoHS substance restrictions for the Monitoring and Control Instruments were adopted by EU Dir- ective 2015/863 (March 31, 2015). These new restrictions will take effect from July 22, 2021. VeEX has estab- lished a program to ensure that from July 22, 2021, all its products to be sold and shipped into the EU market will conform with (EU) 2015/863.
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With a blend of advanced technologies and vast technical expertise, VeEX products address all stages of network deploy- ment, maintenance, field service turn-up, and integrate service verification features across copper, fiber optics, CATV/DOCSIS, mobile 4G/5G backhaul and fronthaul, next generation transport network, Fibre Channel, car- rier &...
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When powered on the test set automatically loads the V-TEST (VeEX Internet Speed Test) application. The MTX150x Lite is an optimized Quality of Experience (QoE) test solution (Layer 4+ applications) for multi-Gigabit ser- vices from 100 Mbps to 10 Gbps on copper and fiber inter- faces.
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The test set will take a few seconds to boot up, automatically start the V-TEST (VeEX Internet Speed Test) application, detect the link, auto-configure and get an IP address. The Basic V-Test defaults to use Ookla's speedtest.net servers for the speed test.
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(from test set to server) and displays the results. 3. Once finished, the GO button will turn back to green. It is ready to save the results and/or run more tests. MTX150x Lite Auto Basic V-TEST More about IP Addresses MyIP MyIP (also known as 'Home IP') is the IP address assigned to the active Test Port and the one used for testing purposes.
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ID and server information (URL/IP, location, and ISP) are also provided. VeEX Managed – Perform internet speed tests by manually selecting servers from lists cre- ated and maintained by VeEX. These non-public lists are created for specific customers.
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Perform internet speed tests by manually selecting servers from lists created and maintained by VeEX. These non-public lists are created for specific customers. The Update button is used to update the servers' list. Inter- net access is required to receive the server lists maintained by VeEX.