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- Page 1 Sniffer-HS User Guide CSI Doc. 101623 005...
- Page 2 1 540 432 9794, Email: tech support@comsonics.com Copyright All material in this manual is the property of ComSonics, Inc. and protected under the United States copyright law. No material shall be reproduced or used in any form or by any means (graphic, electronic,...
- Page 3 Table of Contents Components............................... Introduction..............................General Operation........................... Display Panel.............................. Field Use Setup............................Built in Antenna............................Vehicle Docking Cradle.......................... Vehicle Docking Cradle Installation....................Sniffer Configuration Utility......................... Configuration Utility Overview......................Configuration Utility Operation......................Battery Replacement..........................Specifications............................Parts/Accessories..........................Limited Warranty............................. Software License Agreement......................Sniffer-HS...
- Page 4 Components Sni er-HS High Frequency Antenna Housings Display and Function Buttons Dual Frequency Trigger Switch Antenna Housings Figure 1 Components AC Charger Mini-USB Connection Interface Vehicle Docking Cradle Interface Figure 2 Connections Sniffer-HS...
- Page 5 It is a CATV leakage detection system made up of three parts. The first part is a QAM Marker signal source which is installed at a headend or hub of a CATV system. The second part is the handheld/mobile Sniffer-HS unit.
- Page 6 Figure 3 Control Panel and Display Power – Press the power button at the lower center of the control panel to turn the Sniffer-HS on or off. The CHARGE LED will be orange when the Sniffer HS battery is being charged and will turn green when the battery is fully charged.
- Page 7 S-HS. The G-HS serial number will be shown in the top left corner of the S-HS display. To confirm the Sniffer-HS is correctly paired to the correct G-HS insert the S-HS in the docking cradle. With the vehicle running and the G-HS powered on, the S-HS will display the uV/m being measured in the main display window.
- Page 8 (F1 for Marker 1, F2 for Marker 2, F3 for Marker 3). When the frequency is changed to the M3 mode, the Identifier will change to an “F “. If OUDP settings are detected, the display will show as “F- “. If OFDM settings are detected, the display will show as “F_”. Sniffer-HS...
- Page 9 Disconnect the charger and allow the battery to stabilize before attempting to charge it again. If the fault persists contact ComSonics Technical Support. Signal Level The signal level reading is the intensity of the received signal based on the distance setting.
- Page 10 Leakage is indicated. The warble tone varies in loudness according to the volume setting and the bar graph indication. Use the Trigger Control, when no other setup function is active, to select a setting to optimize the warble loudness with variations in signal level. Sniffer-HS...
- Page 11 When using the device to detect Band 2 leaks, extend the black main antenna housings so they are perpendicular to the Sniffer-HS housing. Do not extend the inner elements. When detecting Band 3 leaks, collapse the Dual Frequency antenna elements fully and stow the housings by folding back into the Sniffer-HS housing, then fully extend the Band 3 antenna housings from the unit.
- Page 12 S-HS and should only be used for finding leaks at a very close proximity. The 1-foot distance setting should only be used if the leak level is extremely high and is over ranging the display to 1,999 uV/m. Figure 9 Near Field Probe Sniffer-HS...
- Page 13 Set the Squelch, Scale, and Audio Volume settings as needed. The vehicle speed should not exceed 30 miles per hour for optimum leakage monitoring. When the Sniffer-HS is placed into a vehicle powered Docking Cradle, the operating mode is as follows: •...
- Page 14 The Docking Cradle must be connected to the vehicle power source Cradle for proper operation of the Sniffer-HS unit in the Docking Cradle. Vehicle Mounted Antennas If using the Bluetooth function to pair the S-HS with the G- HS device, the following steps regarding anten- na placement and connections may be skipped.
- Page 15 Coil excess cable in a loose loop inside the vehicle. Secure the cable as needed. Sniffer Configuration Utility The Sniffer-HS™ operates in conjunction with QAM Markers™ installed at the local head end/hub or the Mini Mobile Marker (M3), OUDP settings established by the headend, or OFDM settings established by the headend.
- Page 16 Default is 139.65 MHz, but can be adjusted. ▫ Symbol/Frame • Default is 16, but can be adjusted. ▫ Frames/Burst • Default is 8, but can be adjusted. ▫ Rnd Rbn (ms) • Default is 0, but can be adjusted. Sniffer-HS...
- Page 17 CMTS con guration. Download and Install The utility is available for download at www.ComSonics.com. New users must create a user ID and password to gain access to the site. On the Resource Library tab click on the “Community Page: Downloadable Resources”...
- Page 18 Figure 17 Successful Driver Install Figure 18 Installation Complete A message window (Figure 17) indicates the driver installation is complete. Click “Exit” to proceed. When the Installation Complete screen (Figure 18) is shown click “Close”. If prompted, restart the PC. Sniffer-HS...
- Page 19 It is highly recommended to temporarily disconnect the computer from the Internet before a Sniffer-HS is connected the first time. This can be done by either removing the network cable from the computer and/or by disabling a wireless connection. This step is recommended to prevent Windows Automatic Updates from choosing an incorrect USB driver file.
- Page 20 Sniffer-HS Settings Refer to Figure 20 when configuring the Sniffer-HS. A few seconds after the Sniffer-HS is connected to the PC, the Connection Status will change to “Connected” and the unit’s serial number will be shown in the Serial Number window.
- Page 21 Pair Sniffer to GQS: This is one way to connect a Sniffer-HS to a GQS. You will need to have the Sniffer connected to the PC, while the PC’s Bluetooth is on. Then have the GQS in close proximity. This tool will allow you to Bluetooth the devices together, if the criteria is met.
- Page 22 Sni er-HS Figure 22 Sniffer-HS™ Firmware Updates With Configuration Utility running, Sniffer HS connected; select “Firmware Updates” from Tools drop menu. Figure 23 Firmware Update Window Sniffer-HS...
- Page 23 Settings may be sent to or retrieved from GENACIS by entering a valid GENACIS username and password and clicking either clicking “Send” or “Get”. Settings will be retrieved from or sent to the GENACIS customer ID associated with the user ID. Sniffer-HS...
- Page 24 Battery Replacement The Sniffer-HS is powered by a 7.2V lithium ion (Li Ion) rechargeable battery pack contained in the handle. Everyday use of the unit and recharging will eventually require battery replacement. To replace the Sniffer-HS battery, remove the screws holding the hand grips in place. Remove the hand grips.
- Page 25 Rechargeable Li Ion 7.2V, 2400 mAh 1.8 lb. Weight ¹ Equivalency in dBµV/m. ² Equivalency in meters. ³ Percentages listed are for reference only and indicate that each step can reach a maximum loudness greater than the previous step. Sniffer-HS...
- Page 26 No Part number Posted on Community Configuration Cable only (PC USB to mini USB) CC 945 Battery Sniffer-HS 101606 001 Vehicle Charging Adapter 101247 001 Sniffer-HS User Guide (available by download) 101623 005 *Vehicle Antenna Base requires Vehicle Antenna Element Sniffer-HS...
- Page 27 Exclusive Remedies: If a covered defect occurs during the warranty period and you notify ComSonics, your sole and exclusive remedy shall be, at ComSonics sole option and expense, to repair or replace the product. If ComSonics cannot reasonably repair or replace then ComSonics may, in its sole discretion, refund the purchase price paid for the product.
- Page 28 Carefully read the following terms and conditions before using this product. It contains software, the use of which is licensed by ComSonics, Inc. to you, the original end user, for your use only as set forth below. If you do not agree to the terms and conditions of this agreement, do not use the software. Using any part of the software indicates that you accept these terms.
- Page 29 The Software is licensed for use on any personal computer, provided that the Software is used only in Sni er-HS connection with ComSonics products. You may reproduce and use one (1) copy of the Workstation Software. You may use the work station Software only on one (1) personal computer. Otherwise, the Software and supporting documentation may be copied only as essential for backup or archive purposes in support of your use of the Software.
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