Man 13422-Us001 D00 MTT Acm MMD

MAN-13422-US001 Rev D00
SunSet MTT-ACM
Advanced Cable Maintenance Users Manual SA940
302 Enzo Drive San Jose, CA 95138 Tel: 1-408-363-8000 Fax: 1-408-363-8313
CAUTIONS! Do not remove or insert the module while the test set is on. Inserting or removing a module with the power on may damage the module. Do not remove or insert the software cartridge while the test set is on. Otherwise, damage could occur to the cartridge. WARNING Using the supplied equipment in a manner not specied by Sunrise Telecom may impair the protection provided by the equipment.
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SunSet MTT Users Manual Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Initial Setup. ...........................................................5 Chapter 2 Product Description. .............................................7 2.1 Keypad Functions.............................................................10 2.1.1 Primary Functions.........................................................11 2.1.2 Shift Functions. ..............................................................14 2.2 LEDs. ................................................................................15 2.3 Connector Panels.............................................................18 2.3.1 Right Side Panel............................................................18 2.3.2 Left Side Panel..............................................................19 2.3.3 Top Panel.......................................................................19 2.4 Battery Care and Storage. ................................................22 2.4.1 Replacing the Battery....................................................24 Chapter 3 TDR Menu & Applications..................................25 3.1 TDR Setup Screen...........................................................26 3.2 Performing a TDR Measurement......................................28 3.3 Using the AUTO Search Function....................................33 3.3.1 Finding Multiple Faults. ..................................................34 3.3.2 Sample Trouble Indications on the TDR........................37 3.3.3 Recalling a Stored TDR Trace.......................................40 Chapter 4 DMM Menu and Applications.............................41 4.1 Measuring Capacitance. ...................................................42 4.2 Measuring Resistance......................................................43 4.3 Measuring AC Voltage......................................................45 4.4 Measuring DC Voltage. .....................................................46 4.5 Measuring Current. ...........................................................47 4.6 Recalling a Stored DMM Reading....................................48 4.7 DMM Application..............................................................49 Chapter 5 Line Measurements............................................51 5.1 Single-ended Line Tests...................................................53 5.1.1 Background Noise.........................................................53 5.1.1.1 PSD Background Noise..............................................53 5.1.1.2 Other Background Noise Tests...................................60 5.1.2 Level Meter....................................................................61 5.1.3 Frequency Generator. ....................................................62 5.1.4 Coil Detection................................................................63 5.1.5 Impulse Noise. ...............................................................65 5.1.6 Longitudinal Balance.....................................................68 5.1.7 Near End Crosstalk (NEXT)..........................................69 5.2 Dual-ended Line Tests (Controller)...................................71 5.2.1 Insertion Loss................................................................71 5.2.1.1 Insertion Loss for DMT/CAP Frequency Band...........72 5.2.1.2 Single Frequency Insertion Loss Tests.......................75 5.2.2 Signal-to-Noise Test. ......................................................76 5.2.3 Loop Resistance Test....................................................78
5.2.4 Far End Crosstalk (FEXT).............................................80 5.2.5 Cable Pair Detect. ..........................................................82 5.2.6 Tx Cable Pair Tone. ........................................................83 5.2.7 Responder Detection. ....................................................83 5.3 Dual-ended Line Tests (Responder).................................84 Chapter 6 File. .......................................................................85 6.1 Saving a Test....................................................................86 6.2 Viewing a Stored Test.......................................................87 6.3 Printing a Stored Test.......................................................87 6.4 Deleting a Stored Test......................................................87 6.5 Locking & Unlocking a Stored Test...................................87 6.6 Renaming a Stored Test...................................................87 6.7 Transferring Results to a PC.............................................88 6.7.1 Conguring the Serial Port............................................88 6.7.2 Printing to a PC.............................................................90 Chapter 7 Auto Test..............................................................91 7.1 Auto Test Single................................................................91 7.1.1 Test Procedure and Results. ..........................................91 7.2 Auto Test Storage.............................................................99 7.3 Settings/Thresholds. .......................................................100 Chapter 8 System...............................................................103 8.1 NV RAM Erase...............................................................103 8.2 Factory Default...............................................................103 8.3 System Conguration.....................................................103 8.4 System Clock. .................................................................104 8.5 Serial Port Conguration................................................104 8.6 Module List.....................................................................104 8.7 Version/Option................................................................104 8.8 System Calibration.........................................................105 8.8.1 Low Capacitance Calibration.......................................105 8.8.2 High Ohm Calibration..................................................105 Chapter 9 Reference Information......................................107 9.1 Customer Service...........................................................107 9.2 Express Limited Warranty. ..............................................108 Index......................................................................................111
Chapter 1 Initial Setup

To unpack and test your new test set: 1. Remove the packing list, test set, and accessories from shipping container. 2. Inspect all parts and immediately report any damage to carrier and to Sunrise Telecom. 3. Verify that all parts specied on the packing list were ceived. 4. Complete the Warranty Registration Card and return it mediately to Sunrise Telecom. the the reim-
Note: Sunrise Telecom must receive your Warranty Registration Card in order to provide you with updated software releases. 5. Ensure that the software cartridge is fully seated in its slot. When properly installed, the top of the cartridge is pushed ush with the top of the ejector button. The test set has two slots as shown in Figure 8 in Chapter 2: The inside card contains the software needed to operate the test set. This card may be upgraded in the eld to provide you with new software options or releases. The outside slot can be used for extra memory storage. 6. Plug the AC Battery Charger into an AC wall outlet and connect it to the test set. The charger plugs in at the top of the test set, where it is labelled 15 VDC. The test set uses a NiMH battery. Use only the SS138D adapter supplied with the test set. The SS138D AC adapter should be used for charging the test set batteries only. For optimum performance, the test set should be operated on batteries only. Charge the test set overnight before its first use. 7. Turn the test set on by pushing POWER. Verify that it passes the self test. If the test set does not turn on immediately, you may need to charge it for 5 minutes before operating. 8. Upon powering up, the screen should show several download and calibrate messages, all should say PASS. The nal message should read Downloading (type of module) Module PASS. After this, the logo screen appears. 9. To set the clock: A. Press MENU and select SYSTEM > SYSTEM CLOCK. B. At DATE, use INC (F1) and DEC (F2) to set the month, date, and year. Use the right/left arrow keys to move the cursor. When done, select time by pressing the down arrow key. C. At TIME, use INC (F1) and DEC (F2) to set the hour, minutes, and seconds. Ch.1 Initial Setup 5
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Chapter 2 Product Description

You will soon nd your SunSet MTT-ACM (Modular Test ToolkitAdvanced Cable Maintenance) chassis an indispensable tool for troubleshooting and qualifying access network services. Figure 1, shows SunSet MTT-ACM testing from the Central Ofce, Cross-Box (or B-Box), and NID (Network Interface Device).
Figure 1 DSL Span Ch.2 Product Description 7
Physical Layer Testing Time Domain Reectometer (TDR) Locate cable faults Determine distance to: open, short, load coil, and bridge tap Load Coil Detector Determine presence of load coils Capacitance Meter Estimate loop length Determine capacitive line balance Resistance Meter Verify isolation resistance Detect the presence of shorts DC Volt Meter Verify proper POTS line power Verify proper line powering for xTU-R (if necessary) AC Volt Meter Detect presence of AC induced voltage T/G, R/G, T/R, from adjacent power lines DC Current Meter Verify POTS current Frequency Response/Attenuation Measurement Determine the loss characteristics for the entire DMT/CAP/ DSL band. PSD Background Noise Measurement Characterize spectral compatibility in binder Measure ambient noise Loop Resistance Estimate loop length NEXT (Near End Crosstalk)/FEXT (Far End Crosstalk) Measure near end/far end crosstalk Longitudinal Balance Determine if the circuit has adequate balance to withstand the effects of crosstalk. Cable Pair Detect Listen to audible confirmation of connectivity. Useful when running dual ended tests.
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Other Testing Plug-in modules allow you to assemble the test set you need for testing digital subscriber lines or other technologies. The modular platform extends the life of your test equipment investment. You simply add a new module whenever the requirement for a new technology arises. For information on the available modules, contact your sales distributor or visit our website: http://www.sunrisetelecom.com/ The rest of this chapter describes the physical features of the SunSet MTT-ACM: the LEDs, keypad functions, and connector panels. The front view of the SSMTT-ACM is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 SSMTT-ACM Front View Ch.2 Product Description 9
2.1 Keypad Functions

The test set keypad is shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3 MTT-ACM Keypad The keys have two distinct meanings: The white label above the key indicates what function will be performed if the key is pressed by itself (i.e. MODULE or HISTORY). The orange label below the key shows what function will be performed if the SHIFT function is activated (i.e. numbers or letters). 2.1.1 Primary Functions F1-F4: The F-keys are used to select choices F1 through F4 at the bottom of the LCD display. If more than four F-key options are available, a more indicator will appear in the F4 position. Pressing the F4 key will display the other available F-keys. MODULE: This key brings up the main menu of the module installed in the unit. Use this key to access all module functions. MENU: This key brings up the main menu. Use this key to access all functions. Figure 4 shows the main menu screen.
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Figure 4 MTT Main Menu Screen The main menu screen displays icons, representing the main functions of the test set. To access a particular function, use the keypad arrow keys to move the cursor to the icon representing the function you want, then press the ENTER key. Note: The following convention is used throughout this manual: i.e. SYSTEM > SYSTEM CNFG, this means, use the keypad arrow keys to move the cursor to the SYSTEM icon and press the keypad ENTER key, then move the cursor to the SYSTEM CNFG line and press the keypad ENTER key. The following is a list of functions available under each icon, this is followed by the main menu tree shown in Figure 5.
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Figure 5 Main Menu Tree Ch.2 Product Description 13
STATUS: This key is applicable only to certain modules. Refer to the module manual for specic details. VOLUME: This key adjusts the speakers volume for talk/listen applications, like ISDN or VF TIMS testing. AUTO: This key is applicable only to certain modules. Refer the module manual for specic details. LIGHT: This key manually turns on/off the LCD screen backlight. You may also set a timer to turn off the backlight. To program the timer for the backlight: 1. Press MENU. 2. Select SYSTEM > SYSTEM CONFIG and select the BACK LIGHT line. 3 Select the desired on time by using +5 MIN (F1) & -5 MIN (F2). 4. Press ESC until you reach the main menu screen HISTORY: This key clears any ashing LEDs. LEDs ash to indicate an error or alarm condition occurred, but is no longer present. ERR INJ: The Error Inject key injects errors on the transmit signal. It is applicable only to certain module functions. CONTRAST: This key adjusts the contrast of the LCD display. Continue to press this key until you have achieved the desirable contrast level. ESC: The Escape key moves you back toward the main menu. Each key press brings you a single step backward. ENTER: This key accesses the highlighted me u ho ce.
, , , : The cursor keys move the cursor in the indicated direction. 2.1.2 Shift Functions The SHIFT key activates the functions specied by the orange labels. The SHIFT key should always be pressed rst, then released before the orange-label key is pressed. When pressed a Shift indicator is displayed at the top of the screen. Press the key again to remove the indicator, allowing access to the primary white-label functions. The orange shift keys have the following functions: 0-9: These keys are used to enter numbers during testing. Examples are entering IP addresses during PING testing or entering user test patterns. A-F: These keys are used to enter hexadecimal values. PRINT: This key is currently not supported. SunSet MTT-ACM
2.2 LEDs
The LEDs provide valuable information on: The test sets current test mode. The status of the received signal. When the test set detects an alarm, the ALARM LED lights red. The status of modem synchronization. In DSL testing, a solid green LED for XTU-R (for ATU-R testing) indicates the test set has achieved synchronization with the DSLAM. Figure 6 shows the Sunet MTT LED panel.
Figure 6 MTT-ACM LED Panel The LEDs have the following meanings: MODULE Green: Indicates that the test set is in the module mode. Red: Indicates that the there is an error in recognizing the module. xTU-C This LED is active when the test set is emulating an xTU-C. Green: Indicates that the test set has synched with the xTUR. Red: Indicates that the test set has not connected with the xTUR. Blinking Red: Indicates that the test set is attempting to open the link with the xTU-R. xTU-R This LED is active when the test set is emulating an xTU-R. Green: Indicates that the test set has synched with the xTUC. Red: Indicates it has not connected with the xTU-C. Blinking Red: Indicates that the test set is attempting to open the link with the xTU-C. Ch.2 Product Description 15
POWER Green: The test set is powered on. DMM Green: The test set is in Digital Multi Meter mode. TDR Green: The test set is in Time Domain Reflectometer mode. LINE Green: The test set is in Line measurement mode. BATTERY Green: The SS138D AC Adapter/Charger is connected and that the test set is charging. Red: This indicates a low battery. You should connect the test set to the charger as soon as possible. SIGNAL This key is applicable only to certain modules. Refer to the module manual for specic details. LP 1 SYNC This LED is active during test modes with 2 loops. For example, in HDSL T1/E1 testing it displays the status of HDSL loop 1. Green: Indicates loop 1 (i.e. HDSL Loop 1) is in sync. Red: Indicates loop 1 is not in sync. LP 2 SYNC This LED is active during test modes with 2 loops. For example, in HDSL T1/E1 testing it displays the status of HDSL loop 2. Green: Indicates loop 2 (i.e. HDSL Loop 2) is in sync. Red: Indicates that loop 2 is not in sync. FRAME This LED is active when the test set is in a framed test mode (i.e. T1/E1 testing). Green: Indicates that the test set has achieved frame sync and the framing found on the received signal matches the framing set in Test Conguration. Red: Indicates that the configured framing type is not found on the received signal. This could indicate either a loss of framing on the received signal or a framing mismatch. AIS Red: Indicates an AIS (Alarm Indication Signal) has been detected. Blinking Red: The test set previously detected an AIS, but it is no longer present. Press HISTORY to clear the ashing LED. SunSet MTT-ACM
ALARM The Alarm LED has functions specic to the module in use. ERRORS Red: The test set is currently detecting an error. Blinking Red: The test set previously detected an error, but that error is no longer present. Press HISTORY to clear. BPV/CODE Red: Indicates that the test set is currently detecting a Bipolar Violation (BPV) or Code error. Blinking Red: Indicates that the test set previously detected a BPV or code error, but that error condition is no longer present. Press HISTORY to clear. PAT SYNC This LED is active whenever the test set is performing a BERT test with a known test pattern. For example, it is active in HDSL, IDSL, Datacom/DDS, or T1/E1 testing. Green: Indicates that the test set has achieved pattern synchronization. Red: Indicates that the test set has lost pattern synchronization or cannot achieve pattern sync. HOLD Green: The HOLD key has been pressed. This freezes the screen display . This LED is active only in TDR mode. RESPOND Green: The test set is in responder mode. This is applicable only to Line testing. BIT ERR This LED is active whenever the test set is performing a BERT test with a known test pattern. For example, it is active in HDSL, IDSL, Datacom/DDS, or T1 testing. Red: The test set is currently detecting bit errors. Blinking Red: The test set previously detected bit errors, but they are no longer present. Press HISTORY to clear.
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2.3 Connector Panels

The test set has two side panels and one top panel. The left side contains a slot to insert plug-in modules. The right side contains two connectors for physical layer testing. The top panel of the test set has a serial port and DC power adapter jack. 2.3.1 Right Side Panel The test sets right side can have two circular locking connectors, two sets of banana connectors, or two RJ-45 connectors, for PAIR 1 MAIN and PAIR 2 AUXILIARY. Both pairs are used for cable maintenance and loop qualication applications. Most applications use the PAIR 1 MAIN port only. Currently the PAIR 2 AUXILIARY port is used for NEXT/FEXT testing. Make sure to use the correct connetor for your test. Refer to Figure 7.
Figure 7 Right Side Panel SunSet MTT-ACM
2.3.2 Left Side Panel The left side of the test set contains a module slot to insert plug-in modules. Upon ordering the SunSet MTT with module, the module will already be inserted upon delivery. To change modules, use the following procedure: CAUTION! Changing modules with the power on will damage the module and or the test set. Always verify that the test set is off before changing modules. 1. Verify that the test set is off and loosen the two thumb screws on either side of the module. 2. Gently pull the module out from the slot. Place it in its hard case or protective wrapper. 3. Insert the other module. Make sure it is rmly seated in the slot. 4. Screw in the two thumb screws. Make sure these are secure. 5. Turn on the test set. The screen should show that the test set is downloading the new module and should read PASS. 7. Perform an NV RAM ERASE. Refer to Chapter 8, Section 8.1, for the procedure. 2.3.3 Top Panel The top panel is shown in Figure 8. Note that the panelis shown with the protector covers removed.
Figure 8 SSMTT-ACM Top Panel 15 VDC CAUTIONS! Do not use a charger other than the SS138D charger provided with your test set. Use of other chargers may cause damage to the test set and will void your warranty. Whenever possible, do not use the SS138D charger during normal operation. For optimum results, we recommend fully
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charging the test set, then performing your tests on battery power alone. Plug the AC Adapter/Charger into this 15 VDC port. Sunrise Telecom provides the SS138D Adapter/Charger; its output is 15 VDC, input 100-240 VAC. The test set may be operated while charging, but optimum performance will be with battery operation. Serial Port The 8-DIN Serial Port should be used for printing results. Sunrise Telecom provides two different cables for connecting to a printer: DIN-8 to DB-25 (SS115) and DIN-8 to DB-9 (SS115D). Refer to Chapter 8, for details on the printer cables and connections. Software Card The test sets software can be upgraded via the PCMCIA card. The software card is inserted into the inner card slot of the SunSet MTT. Refer to Figure 9. CAUTION! Do not remove or insert the software card whie the test set is on, the cartridge can be damaged.
Figure 9 Software Card Installation To Replace the card: 1. Turn off the test set and unplug any cables. SunSet MTT-ACM
2. Flip down the hinged protective top cover, which exposes the view shown in Figure 9. 3. Press down on the black ejector tab on the left to eject the old cartridge. 4. Insert the new cartridge and push it down till seated as shown in Figure 9. 5. Flip up the hinged protective top cover. After inserting a new software card: 1. The test set may need to update its LCD drivers, if so, the process typically takes 5 minutes. Dont turn the test set off during this process. If problems occur, contact Customer Service-see Chapter 10. 2. Perform an NV RAM ERASE. This procedure should always be performed after inserting a new software cartridge. Refer to Chapter 8, Section 8.1 for the procedure.
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2.4 Battery Care and Storage

It is important to observe these basic battery care procedures in order to avoid possible da its performance.
age to the battery and to maintain
WARNINGS Failure to observe the following procedures and precautions can result in electrolyte leaks, heat generation, bursting, re, and serious personal injury. Battery electrolyte is a strong colorless alkaline solution, which is extremely corrosive and will burn skin. - If skin comes in contact with the electrolyte from the battery, thoroughly wash the area immediately with clean water. - If clothing comes in contact with the electrolyte from the battery, discard the clothing. - If any uid from the battery comes in contact with eyes, immediately ush thoroughly with clean water and immediately consult a doctor. The electrolyte can cause permanent loss of eyesight. Keep the battery out of reach of children. CAUTIONS Never dispose the battery in a fire. Never heat the battery. Never strike or drop the battery. Do not apply water, or other oxidizing agents to the battery. This will cause corrosion and heat generation. If the battery becomes rusted, the gas release vent may no longer operate and cause the battery to burst. Do not charge the battery using an AC adapter or charger not specied by Sunrise Telecom. Charge the battery only with the Sunrise Telecom charger/AC adapter that came with your test set. - If the battery is not fully charged after the battery chargers predetermined charging period has elapsed, stop the charging process. Prolonged charging may cause leakage of battery uid, heat generation, and or bursting. - Charge the battery within a temperature range of 0C (+32F) to +40C (+104F). Do not use the battery if it leaks fluid or changes shape; otherwise it may cause heat generation, bursting, and re. Do not short circuit the battery by connecting the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals together with electrically conductive materials, such as lead wires, etc. SunSet MTT-ACM
Do not connect the battery directly to a power source or the cigarette lighter socket in a car. Use a specied cigarette lighter charger from Sunrise Telecom. Never disassemble the battery. Doing so may cause an internal or external short circuit, or result in exposed material of battery reacting chemically with the air. It may also cause heat generation, bursting, and or re. Never modify or reconstruct the battery pack. Protective devices are built into the battery pack. If damaged, excessive current ow may cause loss of control during charging or discharging of the battery, which can result in leakage of battery uid, heat generation, bursting, and or re. The gas release vent, which releases internal gas is located in the positive (+) terminal of the battery. For this reason, never deform, cover, or obstruct this vent. When the battery operating time becomes much shorter than its initial operating time even after recharged, the battery has reached its end of life and should be replaced with a new one. Extended Battery Storage Fully charge the battery before storing. Remove the battery from the test set. Follow the procedure in Section 2.4.1. Do not store battery in high temperatures, such as direct sunlight, in cars during hot weather, or near any other heat source. This will impair the performance and shorten the operating life of the battery, and may cause battery leakage. - For maximum battery life, store the battery between -20C (-4F) and +30C (+86F). During storage the battery will need to be regularly recharged. The interval ranges from approximately 30 to 90 days at temperatures between -20C (-4F) and +30C (+86F). In general the higher the storage temperature the shorter the recharge cycle. - To recharge, install the battery into the test set and use the supplied Sunrise battery charger to recharge the battery. - Charge the battery within a temperature range of 0C (+32F) to +40C (+104F). After long-term storage, there is a possibility that the battery will not fully recharge. To fully charge it, charge and discharge the battery for a few times. Use the test set to discharge the battery.
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2.4.1 Replacing the Battery The SunSet MTT is designed with a eld-replaceable 9-cell NiMH battery. You may order a battery replacement (SS140) from Sunrise Telecom customer service (1-800-701-5208 or 1-408-3638000). Follow these steps to replace the battery: 1. Swing the test set support stand out of the way. 2. Remove the cover retainer screw and push down on the battery cover on the back panel, in the direction indicated by the arrow, to remove the cover, refer to Figure 10. 3. Unclip the battery, as indicated on Figure 10. 4. Pull the old SS140 NiMH battery off its Velcro backing, and out of the test set. 5. Intall the new battery using the reverse of this procedure.
Figure 10 Replacing the Battery Pack Note: Please recycle the old battery
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Chapter 3 TDR Menu & Applications

A Time Domain Reectometer (TDR) operates by sending a pulse of energy down the cable. It then measures any reections that return to the SunSet MTT. These reflections are caused by faults that cause impedance changes in the cable. For example, a load coil looks like a large increase in impedance (the high frequency pulses cannot pass through) and can easily be detected by a TDR. Any major change in the twisted pairs plastic insulation or the cable lls material (like water in the cable) causes a reection. A TDR plays an integral role in testing DSL circuits. It can: Locate bridge taps, indicating the presence of a bridge tap, the exact location, and the length of the lateral. Locate load coils, showing the presence and exact location of load coils. Detect any other circuit faults like an open or shorted cable.
Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications
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3.1 TDR Setup Screen

Select the TDR icon to enter the TDR Setup screen

Figure 11 TDR Setup Screen UNITS Options: English or Metric Display only. To change this setting: 1. Press MENU and select SYSTEM > SYSTEM CONFIG. 2. Select UNIT, and then select ENGLISH (F1) or METRIC (F2). 3. Press ESC until the main menu is reached. TYPE Options: PE AIR (F1), GEL (F2), PVC (more, F1), PAPER (more, F2) This species the cable insulation type, which is a factor in determining VP. PE AIR: Polyethylene/air lled, insulated cable GEL: Polyethylene/jelly lled, insulated cable PVC: Polyvinyl insulated cable PAPER: Paper/pulp insulated cable
GAUGE Options: Eng: F1= 24/19/28, F2= 26/22/20 Metric: F1= .4/.6/.3, F2= .5/.9/.8 This species the wire gauge, which is a factor in determining VP. An incorrect setting may result in less accuracy. If you are testing a cable span with mixed gauge values, select the highest gauge value. Use the more (F4) key to see the available setting. 26 SunSet MTT-ACM
The UNITS setting determines if the gauge is expressed in AWG (English) or mm (Metric). In North America, thickness is expressed in AWG (American Wire Gauge). A value of 24 AWG refers to wire that is 1/24 inch diameter. Outside North America, thickness is expressed in millimeters. I.e., 0.4 mm is comparable to 26 AWG; 0.5mm is comparable to 24 AWG. VP Options: from .40 to .99 Use the (F1) and (F2) keys to change the Velocity of Propagation. The more (F4) key sets the increment/decrement factor at +/- .01 or +/-.1 This setting is important for accurate results; if you are unfamiliar with Vp settings, please read the following. Velocity of Propagation Propagation Velocity (Vp) indicates the speed that the signal travels down the cable. It is a ratio of the speed in cable to the speed of light; a value of .65 means the signal travels down that cable at 65% the speed of light. Using an accurate Vp is crucial for TDR measurements. This calibrates the SunSet MTT for the particular cable type. Find the Vp in the Cables specication sheet or from the manufacturer. If you cannot nd it, take a representative cable of a known length and measure it with the SunSet MTTs TDR. Change the VP setting until the test set provides an accurate distance reading. AVG Options: 1-5 This determines the number of times the SunSet MTT sends the pulse. If this value is set for greater than one, the SunSet MTT displays an average of all attempts. The recommended setting for AVG is 1. Use the +1 (F1) and -1 (F2) keys to set the value. Press START (F3) to begin the TDR Measurement.
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3.2 Performing a TDR Measurement

Follow this step-by-step procedure for making an TDR measurement with the SunSet MTT: 1. Press MENU and select TDR. Note that the TDR LED lights green. 2. Congure as follows. Refer to Section 3.1 for more information on each of the settings: UNITS: ENGLISH or METRIC, as required. GAUGE: as specied by circuit cable. VP: as specied by circuit cable. If you dont know the specic VP, keep the default setting. AVG: 1 3. Connect to the cable pair. A common method for connecting is to use an alligator clip cable. Plug the circular locking connector cable into the jack on the right side of the test set (labeled PAIR 1 MAIN PORT). Use the alligator clips to clip directly to the cable pair. Refer to Figue 12.
Figure 12 Connecting to the Cable Pair 4. Press START (F3) when you have completed your settings and have connected to the pair. 5. The waveform is now shown on the creen.
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Figure 13 Fault Found 6. Use the left/right keypad arrow keys to move the cursor to the reections displayed on the screen. The yellow region (gray in Figure 13) pertains to the original pulse trace. The white region pertains to the detection region for refections. In general you should focus on the white region for detecting faults. The DISTANCE reading at the top shows the location of the cursor. By placing the cursor at the beginning of the reection, you have identied the fault location. If you need to adjust the display vertically, press +OFFSET (more, F1) or -OFFSET (more, F2). Adjusting the Zoom You can use ZOOM_IN (F1) and ZOOM_OT (F2) to scan the entire cable span for faults or focus on a particular fault or cable segment. ZOOM_OT shows more of the cable span, while ZOOM_IN focuses on shorter portions. Note the H (horizontal) value at bottom right displays the Zoom factor. It can range from 1-320 (1 being the closest range and 320 being the farthest out). Zooming out to the maximum value (H= 320) enables you to view the entire span length so you may better locate cable faults. Zooming in allows you to interpret potential faults. Upon entering the TDR screen, press ZOOM_OT (F2) until you have zoomed out all the way (H=320) to see the entire cabe span.
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Figure 14 Result Zoomed Out Figure 14 shows a bridge tap with the zoom out (H=128). This screen shows the whole cable span: from 10 to 12,436 feet. You can start to make out a bridge tap in the far left of the screen. Use the keypad right arrow key to move the cursor near the fault; the DISTANCE reading shows it at 701.5 feet. Press ZOOM_IN (F1) to zoom in on the fault. Since the test set zooms in on the cursors location, move the cursor to the fault-then press ZOOM_IN. Figure 15 shows the test set at H=64; the bridge tap is now more visible. The screen shows from 10-6,24 feet.
Figure 15 Zooming In 30 SunSet MTT-ACM
TDR F-keys There are several F-keys in the TDR screen. Press more (F4) to scroll through the various keys. ZOOM_IN (F1) and ZOOM_OT (F2) This adjusts the scale of the screen. ZOOM_OT shows more of the cable span, while ZOOM_IN focuses on shorter portions. Note the H (horizontal) value at bottom right displays the Zoom factor. SEARCH (F3) The Auto Search feature searches for the rst fault on the cable pair. +OFFSET (F1) and -OFFSET (F2) This controls the vertical position of the pulse on the screen. +OFFSET moves the pulse up; -OFFSET moves the pulse down. The offset value is shown as O at the bottom of the screen. ALIGN (F3) This shifts the cursor position (solid line) to the left of the screen. The screen now displays to the right of the cursor. PG_LFT (F1) and PG_RGT (F2) This shifts the page display 1/2 page to the left , or 1/2 page to the right. CURSOR/MARKER (F1) This determines the left and right arrow key control. Press CURSOR to move the cursor, solid line, with the left and right arrow keys. Press MARKER to move the marker, dotted line. Arrow Keys The left and right arrow keys are used to move the position of the Cursor or Marker. The up and down arrow keys are used to adjust the Gain (pulse strength). Increasing the Gain (up arrow) increases the strength of the reection.
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Lower Display Features Below the reection, there are several dispay items. Figure 16
Auto Search Lower Screen Items [1500]: Shows the distance at the left-most start of the screen. [8715]: Shows the distance at the right-most end of the screen. MARKER: Shows the distance between the Marker and the Cursor. When the cursor is at the beginning of a bridge tap and the marker is at the open end, this value shows the length of your bridge tap. O: Shows the Offset value. Offset represents the vertical position of the pulse on the screen. This can range from +112 (high on screen) to -112 (low on screen). H: Shows the Zoom factor. Zoom refers to the scale of the screen. This can range from 1-320. 1 shows only a limited portion of the screen in more detail. 320 shows the whole cable span. V: Shows the Gain value. Gain adjusts the amplication of the pulse. This can range from 32 (highest) to 0.13 (lowest).
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The Auto Search feature searches for the rst fault on the cable pair. The test set looks for any dips or spikes in the graph and displays that segment of the cable. Auto Search is a quick and easy way to begin your TR testing.
Figure 17 Auto Search To use Auto Search: 1. Press SEARCH (F3). 2. While the test set is searching for a fault, it will display SEARCHING. 3. When it has found a fault, it will be displayed on the screen. FOUND appears at the top right, as shown in Figure 17. 4. The test set automatically places the cursor near the fault. The DISTANCE reading at the top left provides the cursors location. Use the left and right arrow keys to adjust the position. 5. If the test set does not nd any faults, it will show NONE in the top right. You still may want to zoom out and manually search for any faults.
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3.3.1 Finding Multiple Faults You can see past a bridge tap, cable splice, wet cable, or other impairments with a TDR. However, a TDR cannot show beyond an open, load coil, or short. For example, if a load coil is detected, it must be removed before you can continue looking for more faults with the TDR. Refer to the following scenario for locating multiple faults wth your TDR.

Figure 18 Bridge Tap at 1589 ft Figure 18 shows a bridge tap is at 1589 feet. Note how the Cursor (solid line) indicates the location (DISTANCE). The Marker (dotted line) indicates the length of the laterl (MARKER).

Figure 19 Page-right, Viewing from 1625 to 4838 ft 34 SunSet MTT-ACM
Press PAGE_RT (F2) to look past this length of cable. Pressing PAGE_RT one time displays the cable span from 1625-4838 feet as show in Figure 19.
Figure 20 Page-right, Viewing from 4856 to 8069 ft Pressing PG_RGT again shows 4856 to 8069 feet (Figure 20). A potential fault begins to appear at the right of the screen. Pressing ZOOM_OT (F2) reveals more of the cable span. Remember that the test set zooms in on the position of the cursor; to focus on a potential fault, move the cursor to hat position.
Figure 21 Zoom out, Viewing from 4856 to 11281 ft Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications 35
Pressing ZOOM-OT displays from 4856-11281 feet (Figure 21). The open is now very visible. The position of the cursor shows it to be at 6902 feet. Note: You may want to press the up arrow key once to increase the Gain. This will make the fault more visible. Note that in Figure 21, the GAIN value is 2.00, where it had been 1.00 previously. TDR Hints: Adjust the zoom value to your approximate cable length; check the right-side distance in brackets. Zooming out as much as possible (H=320) allows you to view the entire cable length, but it may make locating smaller or near faults more difcult to interpret. The SunSet MTT has a fixed pulse width for the span that is displayed. At times, when viewing far distant cable, you may want to increase the gain. This will make distant faults more visible. Press the up arrow key once to increase Gain. Note the GAIN value at the lower right (V). To find the exact distance between two points (i.e the start of a bridge tap and the end of that lateral), place the Cursor at one end, and the Marker at the other. The MARKER reading below the graph provides the difference between the two.
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3.3.2 Sample Trouble Indications on the TDR The polarity of the reection reveals the type of fault: Upwards spike: indicates open or load coil. Downwards spike: indicates short. Downwards followed by upwards: indicates bridge tap. Load Coil/Open Figure 22 shows a load coil or open at 3335 feet. Load coils are inductors (typically 88 mH) placed in long POTS circuits (longer than 18,000 ft). Since high frequency signals do not pass through load coils, ADSL circuits cannot tolerate load coils. All load coils must be removed for ADSL transmission. One key to identifying load coils is location. Load coils are placed approximately 3000 ft from the Central Ofce. They are then placed every 6000 feet. Another key is shape: the waveform is typically more rounded than that of an open and the baseline after the reection is lower than beore the reection.
Figure 22 Typical Load Coil/Open Bridge Tap Figure 23 shows a typical bridge tap. The bridge tap begins at 835 feet and extends for 249 feet (DISTANCE provides the beginning; MARKER provides length). The bridge tap begins with the steep downward slope; the lateral continues until the sharp upward slope, or bump, which representsthe open at the end.
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Figure 23 Typical Bridge Tap Here are some guidelines for bridge taps in DSL circuits: The sum of all bridge taps must be less than 2500 ft (Bellcore TA-NWT-00120, for HDSL circuits). One individual bridge tap may be no longer than 2000 ft (Bellcore TA-NWT-00120, for HDSL circuits). After nding and removing a lateral, you should retest the cable for any other laterals or faults that may have been missed.
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Typical Short Figure 24 shows a sample short occurring at 3335 feet. A short is represented as a shap dip in the waveform.
Figure 24 Typical Short
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3.3.3 Reclling a Stored TDR Trace
Figure 25 Stored and Live Trace Comparison Once a TDR trace is stored, you can recall the trace and compare it to a current trace for analysis. Use the following procedure: 1. Store a TDR result (Refer to Chapter 6). 2. Run the TDR measurement. To recall the previously stored result for comparison, press STORE (more, F2). 3. In VIEW/STORE/PRINT, select the result you wish to recall and press VIEW (F1). Then press RECALL (F2). 4. You will now see the TDR display split horizontally in two sections. The top section displays the stored trace. The bottom section displays the active trace (refer to Figure 25). 5. All displayed values in red correspond to the stored trace in the top section. All displayed values in blue correspond to the active trace in bottom section. 6. Note that the stored trace is static and does not change. All F-key functions apply to the active trace only. 7. To escape out of the Stored TDR Trace mode, press ESC which will return you to the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen. 8. Press ESC again to return to normal TDR mode.
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Chapter 4 DMM Menu and Applications

Digital Multimeter tests should be used for qualifying or troubleshooting the physical layer. These tests verify required conditions on the line. Press MENU and select DMM to display the Digital Multimeter functions. Here you may measure: Capacitance Resistance AC Voltage DC Voltage DC Current
The Digital Multimeter menu appears in Figure 26. Use the keypad arrow keys to select the desired DMM measurement. Press ENTER to take the measurement. Sections 4.1-4.5 provide specic requirements and interpretations for each of the measurement types. Section 4.6 details recalling stored DMM readings. Section 4.7 provides a sample step-by-step procedure for performing DMM tests
Figure 26 Digital Multimeter Menu Screen
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4.1 Measuring Capacitance

To measure capacitance, select CAP, then press ENTER. The test set can measure from 1 nF to 1 F. Note: Before preforming your rst capacitance measurement upon power up, perform a LOW CAP CALIBRATION, see Chapter 8 for the procedure. This should be done each time the test set is turned on for measuring capacitane.
Figure 27 Capacitance Screen First, select the type of measurement to be performed: Press TIP_RNG (F1) to measure tip to ring. Press TIP_GND (F2) to measure tip to ground. Press RNG_GND (F3) to measure ring to ground. Note: All three measurements are displayed simultaneously. However, only the selected measurement is a live, updating result. This measurement can be used to estimate loop length (tipring). This test measures the loop to the far end with an open circuit. The bottom line provides the distance calculation; it is based on the conversion factor, 83 nF/mile (52 nF/km), as specied in ANSI T1.601 Annex E. This calculation assumes there are no bridge taps present. It will add any bridge tap lengths to the total distance.
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4.2 Measuring Resistance

To measure resistance, select OHM, then press ENTER. The following selection screen appears. Note: After a cycle power, when entering the HIGH range, the test set will automatically perform a HIGH RESISTANCE CALIBRATION routine. During this process, do not power off the test set. Your measurement will be performed immediately after the calibration rouine.

Figure 28 Resistance Setup The test set can measure from 1 to 100 M. The LOW range covers 1 to 10 M and the HIGH range covers 10 M to 100 M. Both ranges operate the same and the following instructions apply to both rnges.
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Figure 29 Resistance Screen First, select the type of measurement to perform: Select TIP_RNG (F1) to measure tip to ring. Select TIP_GND (F2) to measure tip to ground. Select RNG_GND (F3) to measure ring to ground. Note: All three measurements are displayed simultaneously. However, only the selected measurement is a live, updated result. This measurement is a prequalication test to make sure the loop meets the proper metallic criteria. Use it to: 1. Measure Isolation DC Resistance for T-G/ R-G: Tip to Ground should be >10 M. Ring to Ground should be >10 M. Check for grounds: If either value is less than 10 M, a ground may exist in the circuit.
2. Measure Isolation DC Resistance for T-R: Tip to Ring should be >10 M. Check for shorts: If it is less than 10 M, a short may exist in the circuit. Note: Use the TDR to locate the short or ground.
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! WARNING AC voltage can kill or cause serious injury. To measure AC voltage, select ACV, then press ENTER. The test set can measure up t 250 VAC.
Figure 30 AC Voltage Screen First, select the type of measurement to be performed: Press TIP_RNG (F1) to measure tip to ring. Press TIP_GND (F2) to measure tip to ground. Press RNG_GND (F3) to measure ring to ground. Note: All three measurements are displayed simultaneously. However, only the selected measurement is a live, updating result. An AC Voltmeter should be used for troubleshooting the loop. It can identify unwanted power inuence.
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4.4 Measuring DC Voltage

To measure DC voltage, select DCV, then press ENTER. The test set can measure voltage u to 350 VDC.
Figure 31 DC Voltage Screen First, select the type of measurement to be performed: Press TIP_RNG (F1) to measure tip to ring. Press TIP_GND (F2) to measure tip to ground. Press RNG_GND (F3) to measure ring to ground. Note: All three measurements are displayed simultaneously. However, only the selected measurement is a live, updating result. A DC Volt meter should be used to verify that there is appropriate power on the line: 1. For ADSL circuits that support POTS, verify POTS Voltage. POTS, which is offered on the same circuit, requires line power. Tip to Ring: +48 VDC Ring to Ground: -48 VDC 2. For HDSL circuits, verify powering for the HDSL Remote Unit: HTU-R typically requires 140-225 VDC line power (unless it is locally powered).
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4.5 Measuring Current

To measure current, select mA, then press ENTER. The test set can measure from 0 to 110 mA. The test set goes through a protection check before taking a measurement. This protects the test set from damage. Because of this, connect the test set to the circuit before selectig this screen.
Figure 32 Protection Check Once the protection test passes, the test set measures the current present and displays theresult as shown.
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4.6 Recalling a Stored DMM Reading

Once a DMM reading is stored, you can recall the reading and compare it to a current reading for analysis. Use the following procedure: 1. Store a DMM reading by pressing STORE (F4) (Refer to Chapter 7 for more details). 2. Run the DMM measurement. To recall the previously stored result for comparison, press STORE (F4). 3. In the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen, select the result you wish to recall, then press the VIEW (F1). 4. You will now see the stored DMM reading. 5. To escape, press ESC which will return you to the VIEW/ STORE/PRINT screen. 6. Press ESC again to return to normal multimeter mode.
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4.7 DMM Application

Refer to this step-by-step sample procedure for performing a DMM measurement. 1. Press MENU and select DMM. 2. Connect to the circuit using the PAIR 1 MAIN port. A common method is to use an alligator clip cable. Plug the circular locking connector cable into the test set at the jack on the right side. Use alligator clips to clip directly onto the copper pair at the NID, Cross-Box (B-Box), aerial, or other access points. efer to Figure 34.
Figure 34 Connecting with Alligator Clips 3. Use the arrow keys to select the measurement you want to take; then press ENTER. 4. Once youre in a measurement screen, select the measurement type: Press TIP_RNG (F1) to measure tip to ring. Press TIP_GND (F2) to measure tip to ground. Press RNG_GND (F3) to measure ring to ground. Refer to the previous menu sections to learn the signicance and requirements for each of your results.
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Chapter 5 Line Measurements

There are two types of Line Measurements, singleended and paired tests. Single-ended tests require one SunSet MTT; the SunSet MTT performs the test and takes the measurement from one end of the cable. Refer to Figure 35. The single-ended tests are: Background Noise checks for interfering services or noise. Frequency Generator and level meter sends and receives test tones. Coil Detection detects load coils in the circuit. Impulse Noise checks for any transient noise sources. Logitudinal Balance checks for cable balance. Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) checks for crosstalk between two cable pairs at the near end. They are described in detail in Section 5.1.
Figure 35 Single-ended Test Dual-ended tests require two SunSet MTTs, one on each end of the cable pair. There is a Controller, which sends the commands and takes the measurement. The Responder at the far end responds to commands by sending the tone or shorting the far end. Refer to Figure 36
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Figure 36 Paired Tests
The dual-ended tests are: Insertion Loss measures attenuation over the 2 MHz spectrum or for a single frequency. Signal-to-Noise measures the signal to noise ratio over the 2 MHz spectrum. Loop Resistance determines loop length by measuring loop resistance with a responder test set at the far end providing a short. Far End Crosstalk (FEXT) checks for crosstalk between one cable pair at the near end and an adjacent pair at the far end. Cable Pair Detect and Tx Cable Pair Tone checks for connectivity. Responder Detection tells you what type of responder is at the far end. They are described in detail in Section 5.2. Note that many test results screens feature a STORE F-key, allowing you to save results. See Chapter 6 for details on using this feature.
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5.1 Single-ended Line Tests

5.1.1 Background Noise The Background Noise Test is used to detect interferers from such sources as other digital services or AM radio. This is a singleended test. It is recommended that the far end be terminated at 100 wherever possible. You may test for noise spectrum up to 2 MHz or choose to place a lter which tests at ISDN BRI, HDSL, or ADSL frequency bands. For PSD testing, common interferer templates can be placed on the screen so you may easily determine the type of interferer on your circuit. 5.1.1.1 PSD Background Noise The PSD (Power Spectral Density) background noise measurement includes the full frequency bandwidth for both ADSL DMT and CAP services. 1. Connect the test set to the pair to be tested with the PAIR 1 MAIN port. In Figure 37 alligator clips are used to connect to the copperpair.
Figure 37 Connecting to Tip & Ring 2. Press MENU and select LINE > BACKGROUND NOISE. 3. The setup screen appears in Figre 38.
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Figure 38 Background Noise Setup Screen RxLEVEL Options: TERM (F1), BRIDGE (F2) Set the receiver level for the test set: TERM places a 100 termination on the received signal. This should be used for out-of-service testing only. When you have selected TERM, you can use interferer templates in the measurement screen. BRIDGE is a high-impedance mode that protects the live signal. You may use this mode for in-service testing. When you have selected BRIDGE, you may use Tx Power masks in the measurement screen. Note: If you are connecting to a live circuit, be sure to select BRIDGE mode before connecting. TYPE Options: PSD (F1), E (F2), F (more, F1), G (more, F2) Select the F-key corresponding to the desired test. PSD: measures noise in the full ADSL DMT/CAP spectrum, up to 2 MHz. E: measures noise in the spectrum for ISDN BRI. Filter sections: - High Pass: 3 dB down at 1 kHz - Low Pass: 3 dB down at 50 kHz F: measures noise in spectrum for HDSL. Filter sections: - High Pass: 3 dB down at 5 kHz - Low Pass: 3 dB down at 245 kHz G: measures noise in spectrum for ADSL. Filter sections: - High Pass: 3 dB down at 20 kHz - Low Pass: 3 dB down at 1.1 MHz 54 SunSet MTT-ACM
4. For ADSL DMT/CAP, press PSD (F1) and then START (F3) to begin measuring. The results are shown in Fiure 39.

Figure 39 PSD Background Noise Results Screen The F-keys in this screen are used as follows: ZOOM_OUT/IN (F1): This sets the display scale for the screen. The resolution is 3 tones/pixel with the highest noise value of the three tones plotted on the screen. Note: When you have zoomed in the full amount, two more F-keys are available: PG_LFT (more, F1) moves the screen display to the left to display the lower tone frequencies. PG_RGT (more, F2) moves the screen display to the right to display the higher tone frequencies. MASK (F2): This places various templates of noise or PSD masks on the screen to help you determine the interferer type. After pressing MASK, use the left/right arrow keys to scroll through the various template masks. The displayed mask is identied at the top of the screen. CURSOR (F2): Press to move the cursor on the display. This can tell you the exact frequency of a disturber. After pressing CURSOR, use the left/right arrow keys to move the cursor. Check the Frequency reading at the bottom to know the exact frequency. dBm and dBm/Hz (more, F1): This key toggles the noise reading at the bottom of the screen. dBm is a pure power reading with a reference to 1 milliwatt. The dBm/Hz measurement uses a reference bandwidth of 4.3125 kHz for the reading.
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Testing Interferers in TERM Mode This mode is used for out-of-service testing only. Before plugging into the circuit in TERM mode, be certain that the circuit can be taken out of service. Use the following procedure: 1. Press MENU and select LINE > BACKGROUND NOISE. 2. In the Setup screen, congure: RxLEVEL: TERM TYPE: PSD 3. Connect the test set to the circuit. It is important to connect the test set to the circuit before starting the measurements for accurate results. 4. After connecting to the circuit, press START (F3). A sample screen appears in Fgure 40.

Figure 40 TERM Background Noise Results Screen 5. If you do not see a strong signal at rst, try increasing the vertical gain. Press the up arrow key until a signal appears. 6. If you want to display an interferer mask on the screen, press MASK (F2). Then use the left/right arrow keys to select the interferer type. These are based on crosstalk models dened in various standards based on the number and type of disturber. They are described i Table 1.
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Table 1 Interferer Type These masks represent some common disturbers associated with DSL circuits. If you see an increase in the background noise level (Y-value), try scrolling through the various templates until a template matches the signal. This will help you to distinguish the noise source on your circuit. 7. You could also view your results in a tabular format. This format provides a list of the background noise measurements for each tone level. To view the table, press TABLE (F3).
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Figure 41 BRIDGE Background Noise Results Screen CAUTION! Bridge mode testing does not interfere with standard digital line technologies such as T1 and E1. However, for complex technologies using modem communications, like ADSL, bridging onto the circuit can cause a signicant drop in the noise margin causing the ADSL circuit to lose synchronization and then resynchronize. In this mode, the test set places a high impedance on the received signal to protect the circuit. There will be a slight hit on the circuit, which may result in momentary alarms. To test, follow this procedure (in the exact order): 1. Press MENU and select LINE > BACKGROUND NOISE. 2. In the Setup screen, select: RxLEVEL: BRIDGE TYPE: PSD 3. Connect the test set to the circuit. It is important to connect the test set to the circuit before starting the measurements for accurate results. Also, try to be as close to the transmitter as possible. For example, when checking the ATU-C Tx signal, connect as close to the DSLAM as possible. You may clip directly onto the transmit pair with alligator clips. 4. After connecting to the circuit, press START (F3). A sample screen appears in Figure 41. 5. If you do not see a strong signal at rst, try increasing the vertical gain. Keep pressing the up arrow key until the signal appears. 58 SunSet MTT-ACM
6. If you want to display a template mask on the screen, press MASK (F2). Then use the left and right arrow keys to scroll through the different masks. The options are: G.DMT ATU-C G.DMT ATU-R ETR 152 CAP 1-PAIR ETR 152 CAP 2-PAIR ETR 152 2B1Q 392K ETR 152 2B1Q 584K ETR 152 2B1Q 1160K CLASS 1 PSD CLASS 2 PSD CLASS 3 PSD CLASS 4 TU-C CLASS 4 TU-R CLASS 7 PSD A PASS/FAIL indicator is displayed next to the template type. This PASS/FAIL refers to the cursor position only.To check if the overall signal meets the maximum allowable PSD requirement, check the graphic and verify that the signal does not overlap (cross above) the template mask. For example, in Figure 41, the cursor position represents 271.7, 276.0, and 280.3 kHz; the PASS refers to these frequencies only. You can move the position of the cursor with the right and left arrow keys. (Note the zoom factor.) The screen starts out displaying the full 2 MHz bandwidth in one screen. This means that each pixel actually represents three tones (the highest noise level for those three tones is displayed). For better resolution, press the ZOOM_IN (F1) key. You can use the Page-Right and Page-Left keys to shift the screen display from the higher and lower tones.
7. You could also view your results in a tabular format. This format provides a list of the background noise measurements for each tone level. To view the table, press TABLE (F3).
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5.1.1.2 Other Background Noise Tests In addition to the ADSL DMT/CAP background noise test described in Section 5.1.1.1, you also may test background noise in the ISDN BRI, HDSL, or ADSL spectrums. Refer to the following procedure: 1. Press MENU and select LINE > BACKGROUND NOISE. 2. Select the Rx Level: TERM (F1) places a 100 termination on the received signal. This should be used for out-of-service testing only. BRIDGE (F2) is a high-impedance mode that protects the live signal. You may use this mode for in-service testing. Note: If you are connecting to a live circuit, be sure to select BRIDGE mode before connecting. 3. Select the type. E (F2): measures noise in the spectrum for ISDN BRI. Filter sections: - High Pass: 3 dB down at 1 kHz - Low Pass: 3 dB down at 50 kHz F (more, F1): measures noise in spectrum for HDSL. Filter sections: - High Pass: 3 dB down at 5 kHz - Low Pass: 3 dB down at 245 kHz G (more, F2): measures noise in spectrum for ADSL. Filter sections: - High Pass: 3 dB down at 20 kHz - Low Pass: 3 dB down at 1.1 MHz 4. Press START (F3). The results display the lter type and the noise reading.
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5.1.2 Level Meter This is used to measure the frequency and level of a received tone. It can be connected to a conventional TIMS tone generator or a frequency oscillator at the far end. It measures the highest power frequency. Refer to Figure 42. To use simply connect to the circuit and select, LINE > LEVEL METER and the measurement begins. Press the ESC key to sop measuring.
Figure 42 Level Meter Screen 5.1.3 Frequency Generator You can use the test set to send a tone at a specied frequency and level. You can use a tone analyzer at the far end to measure the level and frequency. To send a tone: 1. Press MENU and select LINE > FREQUENCY GENERATOR. A sample screen appers in Figure 43.
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Figure 43 Frequency Generator Screen 2. Adjust the frequency and level of your tone. FREQ Range: 10 to 2000 kHz Use the F-keys (F1) and (F2) to adjust the tone frequency. The following increment/decrement values are available (press the more key): +/- 0.1, +/-1, +/- 10, +/- 100. dBm Range: -20, -10, 0, +10 dBm Use the F-keys +1 (F1) and -1 (F2) to adjust the tone level. 3. Once you have set your frequency and level, press the START (F3) F-key. The test set will transmit the specied tone until you press the ESC key.
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5.1.4 Coil Detection This test is a quick and easy way to check for load coils on your cable. The test does not provide a location for the load coils (you will need to use the TDR for this) but it will show you if any are present. The typical spacing for load coils is every 6000 feet. What is a Load Coil? Over long cable lengths, upper voiceband signals are attenuated due to increased capacitance. Phone companies deal with these long loops (greater than 18,000 feet) by placing load coils at regular intervals. A load coil is an inductor, typically 88 mH. Load coils are placed at regular intervals on cable longer than 18,000 feet. The rst appears 3,000 feet from the C.O. or exchange. Then, load coils are placed every 6,000 feet. Loaded cable enables transmission between 300 Hz to 3.1 kHz at a higher power level than unloaded cable. However, after 4 kHz, the power level drops below that of an unloaded circuit. The result is that higher frequencies (>4 kHz) are more heavily attenuated with load coils. Therefore, high frequency signals, like ADSL, are severely attenuated by load coils. Performing a Coil Detection Test Follow this procedure to perform the Coil Detection test. For accurate results, the load coils on the circuit should comply to standard spacing rules. 1. Connect the test set to the circuit with the PAIR 1 MAIN port as shown in Figure 37. Plug the circular connector into the test sets PAIR 1 MAIN port. Connect the alligator clips at the other end directly to the cable pair. There must be an open at the far end for this test. 2. Press MENU and select LINE > COIL DETECTION. 3. Refer to the top row on the screen to read the status messages. There are two states: PROCESSING: The test set has finished initializing and is in the process of taking the measurement. The processing stage takes approximately 20 seconds. COMPLETED: The test set has completed the measurement and now displays the results. These results do not constantly update; press RESTART (F4) to update the results. 4. Refer to the graph in Figure 44. The plot measures impedance (y-axis) byfrequency (x-axis).
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Figure 44 Coil Detection Screen A load coil causes a change in impedance. This is displayed on the graph. A big dip in the impedance (y) represents a coil. The number of Possible Coils is displayed at the bottom of the screen. In Figure 44, there is one dip in the graph indicating a coil. Removing Load Coils The Coil Detection test is the fastest method for determining the presence of load coils. If this test proves the presence of load coils, you will need to use the test sets TDR to determine the exact location of the load coils for removal. The safest way to ensure that all load coils are removed is to remove the rst load coil, then run the test again to check if there are more farther down the cable. Continue this same process: nd a load coil, remove it, then check for the presence of another one. Remember all load coils must be removed for DSL transmission.
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5.1.5 Impulse Noise This feature detects impulse noise spikes on the signal and keeps a running count of the number of impulse events over time. Impulse noise is dened as a random pulse whose amplitude is much higher than that of background noise. IEEE denes impulse noise as any burst of noise that produces a voltage exceeding the RMS value of the background or quantizing noise by more than 12 dB [IEEE 743-1995]. Use the following procedure to test for impulse noise: 1. Connect the test set to the circuit using an alligator cable as shown in Figure 37. Plug the cable into the test sets PAIR 1 MAIN port. Connect the alligator clips at the other end directly to the cable pair. 2. Press MENU and select LINE > IMPULSE NOISE, the Impulse Noise Setup sreen appears (Figure 45).
Figure 45 Impulse Noise Setup Screen 3. Congure the following as required: THRESHOLD Range: 50 dBrn to 100 dBrrn This denes the lower threshold value for an impulse noise event. When the test set detects noise above this threshold, the test set records it as an impulse noise event. Use the +1 (F1) and -1 (F2) keys to adjust this value. Press more (F4) to access +10 (F1) and -10 (F2).
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DELTA Range: 2 to 6 Delta sets the range for the Low, Middle, and High event counts. In Figure 45, the threshold is set for 60 dBrn; this is the Low count. The delta value is set for 4. Therefore, the low count refers to any noise between 60 and 64; the middle count refers to any noise between 64 and 68. High refers to any value above 68 dBrn. Use the +1 (F1) and -1 (F2) keys to adjust this value. MAX COUNT Range: 1 to 9999 Max Count refers to the maximum number of impulse events that will be counted during a single measurement. Use the +1 (F1) and -1 (F2) keys to adjust this value. Press more (F4) to access +10 (F1) and -10 (F2). Press more (F4) again to access +100 (F1), -100 (F2) Press more (F4) again to access +1000 (F1), -1000 (F2)
DEAD TIME Range: 0.1 ms to 255 ms Dead Time refers to the measurement delay after the test set detects the initial impulse. Dead Time begins as soon as the test set detects the initial impulse. The test set resumes measuring events after the dead time has elapsed. This prevents the test set from measuring the same impulse noise spike multiple times. TIMER Range: 1 to 999, Continu Timer sets the duration time of the measurement. You can run your test from 1 to 999 minutes. As soon as you start the measurement, the elapsed time starts counting up to this value. When it reaches the timer value, the test stops. To run a continuous test, press the more (F4) key several times, then select CONTINU (F1). 4. When ready, press the START (F3) key to begin the test. A sample results screen is shown in Figure 46. Press RESTART (F4) to restart the measurement and reset all counters to zero. Press STORE F3) to save your results.
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Figure 46 Impulse Noise Results Screen Information shown at the top half of the screen: ET: Elapsed Time. ET begins counting as soon as you start the measurement- either by pressing START from the Setup screen or pressing the RESTART (F4) key from this screen. ET continues counting until it reaches your set TIMER value. RT: Remaining Time. RT is a countdown from the time set as TIMER. It shows you how much time is left until the end of the test. LOW: Displays the noise level for a LOW count. This is equal to the THRESHOLD setting in the Setup screen. MID: Displays the noise level for a MID count. This is equal to the THRESHOLD setting plus the DELTA value. HIGH: Displays the noise level for HIGH count. This is equal to MID plus the DELTA count. Results shown at the bottom half of the screen: LOW: The number of impulse noise spikes detected whose level falls within the LOW value shown above (in between LOW and MID). MID: The number of impulse noise spikes detected whose level falls within the MID value shown above (in between MID and HIGH). HIGH: The number of impulse noise spikes detected whose level falls within the HIGH value shown above (above HIGH).
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5.1.6 Longitudinal Balance This measurement is used to determine whether the cable pair has adequate balance for crosstalk immunity. The test set generates a perfectly balanced disturbing tone between the cable pair and ground. The resultant voltage on the cable pair is measured and displayed in units of dB. To perform the test: 1. Connect the test set to the Tip and Ring of the cable pair and the cable ground to the PAIR 1 MAIN port on the test set as in Figure 47. 2. Press MENU and select LINE > LONGITUDINAL BALANCE. You will see a Verifying AC Voltage message, then Verifying DC Voltage message, then the result. See Figure 47 for a sample result screen. The measurement range is from 20 dB to 60 dB. The measurement value shuld be as high as possible.

Figure 47 Longitudinal Balance Connection and Screen
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5.1.7 Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) This refers to the crosstalk between one cable pair and an adjacent cable pair at the same end of the line. This measurement consists of a single test set transmitting a test signal on one pair and simultaneously measuring the induced crosstalk on an adjacent pair at the near end. The measurement range covers a sweep from 12.9 kHz to 2001 kHz in steps of 4.3 kHz. Results for test frequency and NEXT level are presented in both graphical and tabular format. To perform the test: 1. Connect the test cable from the PAIR 1 MAIN port to the desired cable pair under test. Note that this port measures the amount of induced NEXT. 2. Connect a second test cable from the PAIR 2 AUXILIARY port to the desired adjacent cable pair. Note that the test signal is transmitted from the PAIR 2 AUXILIARY port. 3. Press MENU and select LINE > NEAR END CROSSTALK. 4. Press ENTER to start the 2 MHz SWEEP test. The NEXT measurement is shown in dB. T h e m e a s u r e m e n t v a l u e
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Figure 49 Near End Crosstalk Screens The following F-keys are available: PG_LFT (F1)/PG_RGT (F2): These are available only in graph view. They shift the page display 1/2 page to the left, or 1/2 page to the right. PG_DN (F1) and PG_UP(F2): These are available only in table view. Up to page up, or page down, through the table of results. TABLE/GRAPH (F3): This displays the results in a table or a graph view. STORE (more, F2): Use to save your results. RESTART (more, F3): Use to restart the test. 70 SunSet MTT-ACM
5.2 Dual-ended Line Tests (Controller)

There are six tests within the LINE > CONTROLLER menu: INSERTION LOSS SIGNAL TO NOISE LOOP RESISTANCE FAR END CROSSTALK CABLE PAIR DETECT TX CABLE PAIR TONE RESPONDER DETECTION
These are paired tests and require another test set in responder mode at the far end. This section outlines the controller set for each application. Section 5.3 discusses how to set the test set for responder mode. 5.2.1 Insertion Loss Insertion loss testing is an excellent prequalication tool. It measures attenuation using two test sets: the Responder test set sends the tones from the far end, while the Controller test set conducts the measurement. It provides loss characteristics up to 2 MHz, including the entire ADSL band (both DMT and CAP). Single frequency measurements are also available. It can be used to qualify the following: ADSL PSD HDSL; 150 and 292 kHz HDSL T1; 196, 392, and 260 kHz ISDN U 40 kHz ISDN S 96 kHz DDS 82 kHz T1 772 kHz E1 1.024 MHz
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Figure 50 Controller/Responder Dual Ended Test Setup 3. The top line of the screen shows the test sets status. There are three possible states: PROCESSING: The Responder has received the command and is in the process of sending a tone. COMPLETED: The Responder has carried out the command. FAILED: The Responder has failed to reply to the command. 72 SunSet MTT-ACM
4. The results show a level vs frequencyplot. Refer to Figure 51-Graph View.
Figure 51 ADSL PSD Insertion Loss Result Screens ANSI T1.413 specifies insertion loss results for various loops and impaired lines. Variables in these results include: wire gauge, impairments, and temperature. To find the exact insertion loss for a particular frequency, refer to the results provided below the graph. Use the right/left arrow keys to move the cursor. Check the frequency reading (Freq. kHz) until the cursor has reached the desired frequency. Then refer to the loss reading (Loss dB) for that particular frequency. Ch.5 Line Measurements 73
The F-keys in this screen are: PG_LFT (F1) and PG_RGT (F2): These are available only in graph view. They move the screen display to the left or right. The following screen displays are available: 13 kHz to 1238 kHz 776 kHz to 2000 kHz PG_DN (F1) and PG_UP(F2): These are available only in table view. Up to page up, or page down, through the table of results. TABLE/GRAPH (F3): This displays the results in a table or a graph view. RESTART (F4): This restarts the measurement and updates the results. BRG_TAP (F1): This searches for and reports any bridge taps on the cable pair. See the following subsection, Detecting Bridge Taps with Insertion Loss. Note: You may store both the Insertion Loss graphic and table results, refer to Chapter 6. Detecting Bridge Taps with Insertion Loss Insertion loss may be used as an alternative method for detecting bridge taps on the cable pair. Insertion loss can be advantageous because it allows you to test a greater range than a TDR. This method shows the presence of bridge taps and can calculate the approximate length. However, a TDR is still needed to determine the exact location. 1. In the Insertion Loss screen, press BRG_TAP (F1). You may need to press more (F4) rst. 2. The test set looks for any dips in the frequency curve. A typical insertion loss result without any faults is a linear curve sloping downward. A bridge tap will appear as a subtle dip in the curve. The bridge tap length affects different frequencies. 3. If the test set nds a bridge tap, it moves the cursor to the dip. It reports the length of the bridge tap (BT Ln) in feet at the bottom of the screen. Note that this is the length of the bridge tap, not the location. 4. The test set calculates the length based on the Vp (Velocity of Propagation) setting shown above. The default setting is 0.66. If you know the specic Vp setting, use the +VP (F2) and -VP (F3) keys to adjust the value. The Vp setting will affect the length calculation for the bridge tap. Refer to Chapter 3 for more details on Vp. 5. Insertion loss can detect multiple bridge taps on the cable pair. After it has detected the rst bridge tap, press BRG_TAP (F1) again to detect the next tap. 74 SunSet MTT-ACM
Note: Insertion loss checks for dips in the frequency curve. These dips could be caused by other impairments or cable factors. You should verify the presence of a bridge tap with a TDR. 5.2.1.2 Single Frequency Insertion Loss Tests The other insertion loss tests measure loss at one particular frequency. Each can be used to qualify the span for a particular transmission type (i.e. HDSL, T1, ISDN BRI). Follow these steps to congure the Controller test set: 1. Connect the test set to the span. 2. Press MENU and select LINE > CONTROLLER > INSERTION LOSS. 3. Select the desired Insertion Loss test and press ENTER. The tests should be used as follows: HDSL (Euro): 150 kHz HDSL, 2 pair T1: 196 kHz HDSL, 1 pair T1: 392 kHz HDSL E1: 260 kHz ISDN BRI at the U-Interface: 40 kHz ISDN BRI at the S-Interface: 96 kHz DDS: 82 kHz T1: 772 kHz E1: 1.024 MHz 4. The results show the single frequency tested and the dB los at this frequency. Refer to Figure 52.
Figure 52 Single Frequency Insertion Lss Screen
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Figure 53 ADSL DMT PSD Signal-to-Noise Screens This test is another paired test. It independently measures the achievable signal-to-noise performance over the full range of carrier frequencies used by DSL modems. These results correlate to the SNR measurements used by ADSL DMT systems to determine bit rates, bit distribution, and transmit power levels. It also can identify carrier frequencies which have low noise margins. Upon completion of the SNR sweep measurement, predicted ADSL bit rates are reported for downstream and upstream directions, based on either Annex A ADSL over POTS, or Annex B ADSL over ISDN standards.
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The Responder test set transmits tones; the Controller test set measures the level of each tone, as well as the background noise, and yields a signal-to-noise ratio. Follow this procedure for measuring signal-to-noise: 1. Connect the test set to the span. 2. Press MENU and select LINE > CONTROLLER > SIGNAL TO NOISE. Press ENTER to start the test. 3. The results are displayed in a signal-to-noise (in dB) vs. frequency plot for the graph view, or as table view, as shown in Figure 53. The following F-keys are available: PG_LFT (F1) and PG_RGT (F2): This test measures noise for a 2 MHz spectrum. The rst screen displays tones from 13 kHz to 1238 kHz. The second screen displays tones from 766 kHz to 2 MHz. Use PG_LFT and PG_RGT to change between these two screens. They are available only in graph view. PG_DN (F1) and PG_UP(F2): These are available only in table view. Up to page up, or page down, through the table of results. TABLE/GRAPH (F3): This displays the results in a table or a graph view. ANNEX-A/ANNEX-B (more, F1): Use these to switch between the two standards for ADSL Bit rate prediction. CAP_UP (more, F2) and CAP_DN (more, F2): Use these to adjust the ADSL line capacity. 100% is the default value, adjustment range is 1-100%. This setting is one of the parameters used in calculating the UP/DOWN ADSL rates. STORE (more, F2): Use to save your results, refer to Chapter 6. RESTART (more, F4): Use to restart the measurement. Note: To learn the exact signal-to-noise reading at a particular frequency, refer to the results below the graph. Use the left/right arrow keys to move the cursor to the desired frequency (as read at Freq. kHz). The S/N (dB) shows the exact signal-to-noise ratio for that frequency.
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5.2.3 Loop Resistance Test The Loop Resistance Test provides an estimated loop length. Loop Resistance is a paired test with the Responder test set providing the short at the far end. A loop resistance measurement can be used to: Estimate loop length: Loop resistance can be used to estimate loop length. The test set provides the calculation for you, based on ANSI T1.601, Annex G. This conversion factor is based on cable type, AWG (cable width), and temperature. Verify circuit has acceptable loop resistance (tip-ring). These are maximum values with the far end shorted. HDSL Requirement: 900 ADSL Requirement: 1300 To measure loop resistance, follow these steps: 1. Connect the test set to the circuit. Refer to Figure 54. In this example, alligator clips are used o connect to the tip & ring at a cross-box.

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2. Press MENU and select LINE > CONTROLLER > LOOP ESISTANCE. The screen is shown in Figure 55.
Figure 55 Loop Resistance Screen 3. Congure the following two settings for this measurement: TYPE Options: TIP_RNG (F1), TIP_GND (F2), RNG_GND (F3) Press the F-key corresponding to the measurement you want to make: tip-ring, tip-ground, or ring-ground. TEMP (F) Use the INC (F1) and DEC (F2) keys to change the temperature. Note: The far end must be shorted in order to run this test. If it is not shorted, the screen will read OPEN and will not provide a masurement.
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Figure 56 FEXT Setup This refers to the crosstalk between one cable pair at the near end and an adjacent cable pair at the far end. This measurement requires two test sets at both ends of the cable pairs. Each test set can function as a controller or responder. One test set transmits a test signal on one pair at one end. The second test set measures the induced crosstalk on an adjacent pair at the far end. The measurement range covers a sweep from 12.9 kHz to 2000 kHz in steps of 4.3 kHz. The FEXT level values are presented in both graphical and tabular format. To perform the FEXT test: 1. Connect the Controller as follows (as in Figure 56): A. Connect a cable from the PAIR 1 MAIN port to one of the desired cable pairs to be tested. Pair 1 is tested for the amount of induced FEXT. B. Connect a second cable from the PAIR 2 AUXILIARY port to the desired adjacent cable pair. 2. Connect the Responder placed at the far end of the Controller. A. Connect a cable from the PAIR 1 MAIN port to the same pair as the PAIR 1 MAIN port of the Controller. B. Connect a second cable from the PAIR 2 AUXILIARY port to the same pair as the PAIR 2 AUXILIARY port of Controller. C. From the LINE: MAIN MENU, select RESPONDER. 3. Once all connections are established, you can begin the test. The Controller will control the test as well as present the FEXT 80 SunSet MTT-ACM
results. Select LINE > CONTROLLER > FAR ENDCROSSTALK and select the 2 MHz SWEEP to begin.

Figure 57 Far End Crosstalk Screens The FEXT measurement is shown in dB and the value should be as high as possible. The following F-keys are available: PG_LFT (F1) and PG_RGT (F2): These are available only in graph view. They move the screen display to the left or right. PG_DN (F1) and PG_UP(F2): These are available only in table view. Up to page up, or page down, through the table of results. TABLE/GRAPH (F3): This displays the results in a table or a graph view. Ch.5 Line Measurements 81
STORE (more, F2): Use to save your results. RESTART (more, F3): Use to restart the test. 5.2.5 Cable Pair Detect This feature is to be used with a tone generator at the far end of the cable pair for audible conrmation of connectivity. Select LINE > CONTROLLER > CABLE PAIR DETECT and listen for an audible tone. The F1 and F2 keys are used to adjust the volume. The Cable Pair Detect can be used in conjunction with another test set congured for T CABLE PAIR TONE mode at the far end of the cable.
Figure 58 Cable Pair Detect Screen
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5.2.6 Tx Cable Pair Tone This feature is to be used with a tone detector at the far end of the cable pair, for audible conrmation of connectivity. The test set transmits a dual tone signal that can be audibly detected by a tone detector, such as the test set congured for CABL PAIR DETECT mode, at the far end of the cable pair.

Figure 59 Transmit Cable Pair Tone Screen 5.2.7 Responder Detection This feature is used to tell you what type of responder is at the far end. Use the connection procedure in Section 5.2. to use this feature. Figure 60 shows a sample screen.

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5.3 Dual-ended Line Tests (Responder)

Figure 61 Responder Mode Screen Paired tests (Insertion Loss, Signal to Noise, Loop Resistance, and FEXT) require a test set congured as a Responder at the far end. This test set responds to commands from the controller. 1. Connect the test set to the span with the PAIR 1 MAIN and PAIR 2 AUXILIARY ports for NEXT/FEXT measurements. Plug the connector cable into the test set and clip directly onto the copper pair with the alligator clips plug. 2. Press MENU and select LINE > RESPONDER. Note that the RESPOND LED lights green when in responder mode. 3. The test set will now respond to commands from the Controller. The test set must remain in this screen to respond to commands. The following information is displayed: LINE: Shows the connection with the Controller. LINE displays IDLE (when its not receiving anything from the Controller) or CONNECTED (when it is receiving messages from the Controller). COMMAND: Refers to the type of command received from the Controller. Here, the Controller is running an Insertion Loss test. STATUS: S hows the Responders status. This can be either: RECEIVED: The test set received a command from the controller. PROCESSING: The test set is in the process of responding to the controllers commands. COMPLETED: The test set responded to the controllers command. 84 SunSet MTT-ACM
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You may store results to view/print at a later time. Each result can be labeled with a lename for easy identication. You may typically store up to 50 individual results depending on available memory.
Use the STORE F-key found in results screens to store and recall results. For example, the Link Turn-up results or TDR results screen contains a STORE F-key. You may need to press the more (F4) key several times to access STORE. Use the FILE icon to access stored results. Upon pressing a STORE F-key or selecting the FILE icon, you will see the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen. The screen in Figure 62 lists all other results that have already been stored.
Figure 62 View/Store/Print Screen The following F-keys are available in the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen. VIEW (F1): Allows viewing of a selected le, see Section 6.2. SAVE (F2): Allows saving a le, see Section 6.1. PRINT (F3): Allows printing of a selected le, see Section 6.3. RENAME (more, F1): Allows renaming a selected le, see Section 6.6. UN/LOCK (more, F2): Allows locking and unlocking a le, see Section 6.5. DELETE (more, F3): Allows deleting a le, unless locked, see Section 6.4. Ch.6 File 85
6.1 Saving a Test

1. From any screen with a STORE F-key, press it and refer to Figure 62. 2. Use the keypad up/down arrow keys to move the cursor to an empty line. A page indicator appears on the right side of the screen. 3. Press SAVE (F2), this displays the Character screen, shown in Figure 63
Figure 63 Character Screen 4. Press INPUT (F3). Note that the A character is highlighted and the INPUT F-key has changed to STOP. 5. Use the keypad arrow keys to move the cursor to the desired character. 6. Press ENTER to place the desired character in the FILENAME line. Continue this process until the FILENAME is complete. You may enter up to 16 characters. If you make a mistake in the entry: A. Press STOP (F3). B. Move the FILENAME cursor to the incorrect character. C. Press DELETE (F2) to delete the character or, press INSERT (F1) to insert a character. D. Press INPUT (F3) to select a character. Press ENTER to insert the new character to the left of the cursor. 7. Press SAVE (F4) to save and return to the VIEW/STORE/ PRINT screen shown in Figure 62.
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6.2 Viewing a Stored Test

1. Press MENU, select FILE and press ENTER. 2. Select the desired le from the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen with the keypad up/down arrow keys. 3. Press VIEW (F1) and the stored result will appear. 4. Use the keypad up/down arrow keys to scroll through the available screens. 5. When nished, press ESC to return to VIEW/STORE/PRINT.
6.3 Printing a Stored Test

1. Connect a SunSet printer to the serial port of the test set. For other types of printers or for more information, refer to Section 6.7. 2. Press MENU, select FILE and press ENTER. 3. Select the desired le from the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen with the keypad up/down arrow keys. 4. Press PRINT (F3) and the le will begin printing. 5. When nished, press ESC to return to VIEW/STORE/PRINT.
6.4 Deleting a Stored Test

1. Press MENU, select FILE and press ENTER. 2. Select the desired le from the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen with the keypad up/down arrow keys. 3. Press DELETE (more, F3) and the le is deleted if the le is unlocked.
6.5 Locking & Unlocking a Stored Test

1. Press MENU, select FILE and press ENTER. 2. Select the desired le from the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen with the keypad up/down arrow keys. 3. Press UN/LOCK (more, F2) and the le is locked or unlocked as indicated to the right of the le name. Refer to the lock icon shown in Figure 62.
6.6 Renaming a Stored Test

1. Press MENU, select FILE and press ENTER. 2. Select the desired le from the VIEW/STORE/PRINT screen with the keypad up/down arrow keys. Press UN/LOCK (more, F2) if the file is locked as indicated by the lock icon. 3. Press RENAME (more, F2) and the Character screen shown in Figure 63 is displayed. 4. Use the procedure in Section 6.1-Saving a Test, steps 4-7. Ch.6 File 87
6.7 Transferring Results to a PC

Using the SunSet Color Remote Control PC software, you can transfer most stored results to a PC and generate a test report. 6.7.1 Conguring the Serial Port In order to print or transfer results to a PC correctly, the test sets serial port must be congured to match the destination printer/ PC. To congure: 1. Press MENU and select SYSTEM > SERIAL PORT CONFG. 2. Refer to Figure 64 and the lowing:
Figure 64 Serial Port Conguration Screen BAUD RATE Options: 1200 (F1), 2400 (F2), 4800 (F3), 9600 (more, F1), 19200 (more, F2) Press the F-key that corresponds to the desired baud rate setting. Make sure this setting matches that of the destination printer. PARITY BIT Options: NO (F1), ODD (F2), EVEN (F3) Parity is a method of checking the accuracy of transmitted or stored data. An extra bit, known as a parity bit, is added to the data as an accuracy check. Make sure this setting matches that of the destination printer. In Odd Parity, the total number of ones (including the added parity bit) is odd. 88 SunSet MTT-ACM
In Even Parity, the total number of ones (including the added parity bit) is even. None signifies no parity checking. STOP BIT Options: 1-BIT (F1), 2-BIT (F2) In asynchronous transmission, the stop bit is the last transmitted character which permits the receiver to come into an idle condition before accepting another character. Make sure this setting matches that of the destination printer. DATA SIZE Options: 5_BIT (F1), 6_BIT (F2), 7_BIT (F3), 8_BIT (F4) Data Size species the number of bits per character. Make sure this setting matches that of the destination printer. 5_BIT: Selects 5 bits per character. 6_BIT: Selects 6 bits per character. 7_BIT: Selects 7 bits per character. 8_BIT: Selects 8 bits per character.
CR/LF INSRT Options: CR (F1), CR+LF (F2) CR: Selects carriage return. CR+LF: Selects carriage return and line feed.This mode inserts an extra line space after every line. PRINT MODE Option: TEXT (F1) Text: This mode prints a text-only format. The following Stored Results are printable to a serial printer or a PC terminal program: BACKGROUND NOISE PSD Tabular results (F3: PRINT) NEXT Tabular Results (F3: PRINT) FEXT Tabular Results (F3: PRINT) INSERTION LOSS PSD Tabular Results (F3: PRINT) Signal to Background Noise Tabular Results (F3: PRINT)
PRINT FORMAT Options: PRINTER (F1), VT100 (F2) Printer: Supports SunSet printers VT100: Exports tabular results (as mentioned in PRINT MODE) in a two column format to terminal programs, such as Windows HyperTerminal for post data processing.
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6.7.2 Printing to a PC You can send your data to a PC running the SunSet Color Remote Control software. 1. Verify that the serial port is congured for both the computer and the test set. 19200 baud rate is recommended. 2. Connect the test set to the PC. Use the following combination: SS115D (8-DIN to DB9) printer cable and a SS122B Null Modem adapter. SS115 (8-DIN to DB25) and a SS122C Null Modem adapter. Most stored results can be printed to your PC using the SunSet Color Remote Control software.
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Chapter 7 Auto Test 7.1 Auto Test Single

With a simple menu selection, the Auto Test feature will automatically step through a series of tests and where applicable, report pass, marginal, or fail depending on user-adjustable criteria. Upon completion, a summary report is presented in tab delimited, format which can be stored or transferred to a PC. The Auto Test Single is a single-ended test. 7.1.1 Test Procedure and Results 1. Connect the test set to the pair to be tested with the PAIR 1 MAIN port. In Figure 65, alligator clips are used to connect to the copper pair
Figure 65 Connecting to Tip & Ring 2. Press MENU and select AUTO TEST SINGLE. A Notice page will be displayed. Read the notice and press ENTER to start the test. 3. During the test, the following message will be displayed: AUTO TEST IN PROGRESS. Note: Pressing the ESC key while the test is running will stop the test, and all results will be lost. After AUTO TEST COMPLETED is displayed, 4 screens of data are available, they consist of: Screen 1: Voltage and Resistance readings Screen 2: Background Noise PSD readings.This page contains a summary page, graph page and a table page. Ch.7 Auto Test 91
Screen 2: TDR results. This page contains a summary page and a graph page. Screen 4: Capacitance, Load Coil, G, F, E filter and Impulse Noise reading.
Figure 66 Auto Test Completed-Results Screen The following items appear in Figure 66: DCV T-R: DC Voltage Tip-to-Ring. DCV T-G: DC Voltage Tip-to-Ground. DCV R-G: DC Voltage Ring-to-Ground. For DCV readings there is no pass/fail threshold. Results are displayed only. ACV T-R: AC Voltage Tip-to-Ring. ACV T-G: AC Voltage Tip-to-Ground. ACV R-G: AC Voltage Ring-to-Ground. For ACV readings, the following items apply: Pass: T-G or R-G < 10 VAC Marginal: T-G or R-G 10 VAC, but 15 VAC. Fail: T-G or R-G > 15 VAC. Notes: There is no pass/fail threshold applied to T-R measurement. ACV thresholds are user definable. OHM T-R: Resistance in ohms, Tip-to-Ring. OHM T-G: Resistance in ohms, Tip-to-Ground.
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OHM R-G: Resistance in ohms, Ring-to-Ground. For OHM readings the following items apply: Pass: T-R, T-G or R-G > 5 M Marginal: T-R, T-G or R-G > 3 k but 5 M. Fail: T-R, T-G or R-G < 3 k. Note: The above thresholds are defaults, this is a user denable parameter. The following F-keys are displayed. PAGE UP (F1), PAGE DN (F2): Allows access to the 4 major pages of test results. STORE (F3): Allows storing the test results (see Chapter 7). When an AUTO TEST result is stored the following table shows what can be transferre to a PC.
Table 2 Printer/VT100 Press PAGE DN (F2) and the screen in Figure 67 is splayed.
Figure 67 Background Noise PSD-Summary Screen One additional F-key is added: GRAPH (F4): This allows access to the BACKGROUND NOISE Graph. This is shown i Figure 68.
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Figure 68 Background Noise Screen-dBm/Hz Graph The F-keys in this screen are used as follows: ZOOM_IN/ZOOM_OT (F1): This sets the display scale for the screen. Press ZOOM-OUT to display the full 1.6 MHz bandwidth on the screen. The resolution is 3 tones/pixel with the highest noise value of the three tones plotted on the screen. After the ZOOM_IN F-key has been pressed another set of F-keys are displayed. They are: PG_LFT (F1) and PG_RGT (F2): These allows the user to change the distance range shown in the Auto Test Single Ended, Graph gures. The change in scale is shown in the bracketed numbers at the bottom of the graph. Note: The Left and Right cursor F-keys on the keypad are now active. You may move the cursor to a point on the graph and the gures for X (kHz) and Y (dB or dBm) are displayed. more (F4): Press to return to the previous screen. MASK/CURSOR (F2): MASK places various templates of noise masks on the screen to help you determine the interferer type. The interferer types are shown in Table 1. After pressing MASK, use the left/right keypad arrow keys to scroll through the various template masks. The exact mask displayed is shown on the 2nd line at Template. Press CURSOR (F2) to return to the previous screen. TABLE (F3): Press to access a tabular form of the graph. Refer to Figures 70 and 71. dBm and dBm/Hz (F4): This toggles the noise reading at the bottom of the screen. dBm is a pure power reading with a refer94 SunSet MTT-ACM
ence to 1 milliwatt. The dBm/Hz measurement uses a reference of a certain frequency resolution bandwidth (4.3125 kHz) for the reading. Press dBm (F4) to display the screen shownin Figure 69.
Figure 69 Background Noise Screen-dBm Graph Press TABLE (F3) to display the screen show in Figure 70.
Figure 70 Background Noise Screen-dBm/Hz Table Press dBm (F4) to display the screen shon in Figure 71.
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Figure 71 Auto Test Single Ended Screen-dBm Table Press ESC once and PAGE DN (F2) once to display the screen shon in Figure 72.
Figure 72 Auto Test Single Ended Screen-TDR The TDR summary page will list the nearest fault to the test set and give its distance in feet or meters. Press GRAPH (F4) to display a graph of the line as shwn in Figure 73.
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Figure 73 Auto Test Single Ended Screen-TDR Graph Display Items on the Auto Test TDR Graph [10 ] Shows the distance at the left-most start of the screen. [940 ] Shows the distance at the right-most end of the screen. MARKER/CURSOR: Shows the distance between the Marker and the Cursor. If the cursor is at the beginning of a bridge tap and the marker is at the open at the end, this value shows the length of your bridge tap. O: Shows the Offset value. Offset represents the vertical position of the pulse on the screen. This can range from +64 (high on screen) to -64 (low on screen). H: Shows the Zoom factor. Zoom refers to the scale of the screen. This can range from 1-512. 1 shows only a limited portion of the screen in more detail. 512 shows the whole cable span. V: Shows the Gain value. Gain adjusts the strength of the pulse. This can range from 32 (strongest) to .125 (weakest). For further information on the TDR phase of this test, refer to Chapter 3, TDR. Press ESC once and PAGE DN (F3) once bring you to the last page of information. efer to Figure 74.
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Figure 74 Auto Test Completed Results Screen The following items appear in Figure 74: CAP BALANCE: Capacitive Balance is a measurement of the cable balance by comparing the capacitance tip-to-ground and ring-to-ground values. The balance is expressed as a ratio of (tip-to-ground) and (ring to ground) capacitance values. Pass/ Marginal/Fail criteria are applied per the user-dened threshold. Using the default setting, the following is derived: PASS: Balance 95% MARGINAL: 90% Balance < 95% FAIL: Balance < 90% These are user definable parameters, which can be set in SETTING/THRESHOLDS.
CAP LENGTH: Loop Length based on capacitance Tip-Ring measurement. The correlation factor is a user definable parameter. The feet or meter setting can be set in the SYSTEM CONFIGURATION menu. COIL DETECT: Load Coil detector count. PASS: 0 coils FAIL: 1 or more coils G FILTER PASS: Result < -50 dBm MARGINAL: Result -50 dBm This is a user definable parameter, which can be set in SETTING/THRESHOLDS. Default is as shown. 98 SunSet MTT-ACM
F FILTER PASS: < -56 dBm MARGINAL: -56 dBm This is a user definable parameter, which can be set in SETTING/THRESHOLDS. Default is as shown. E FILTER PASS: < -63 dBm MARGINAL: -63 dBm This is a user definable parameter, which can be set in SETTING/THRESHOLDS. Default is as shown. IMP NSE (Impulse Noise) Default Settings Threshold: 75 dBrn Delta: 4 dB Max Count: 999 Dead Time: 125 mS Timer: 1 minute Edit these setting in the IMPULSE NOISE MAIN MENU. To keep the AUTO TEST at a reasonable duration, the Impulse noise test will be limited to 5 minutes or less. The timer may be set from 1-5 minutes. If the setting is greater than 5 minutes then the 1 minute setting will be used. Users requiring a longer test can run the test in manual mode.
7.2 Auto Test Storage

See Chapter 6.
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7.3 Settings/Thresholds
In the previous section there were many references to user denable parameters to determine PASS/MARGINAL/FAIL thresholds where applicable. This menu item allows the user to dene those parameters within certain ranges. Notes: Measurement settings apply to the AUTO TEST feature only. TDR setup is found in Main Menu > TDR. IMPULSE NOISE setup is found in Main Menu > LINE > IMPULSE NOISE. To access, press MENU and select AUTO TEST > SETTINGS/ THRESHOLDS. There are two sreens, refer to Figure 75.
Figure 75 Measurement Settings Screens 100 SunSet MTT-ACM
These are the available F-keys. PAGE-DN (F1), PAGE-UP (F2): Allows access to screens. Scroll+ (more F1), SCROLL- (more, F2): Allows changes to the selected setting. Note: Only applies to CAP Loop (ft) and CAP Loop (m). These two F-keys change to +1 (F1) and -1 (F2) in all other settings. DEFAULT (more, F3): Restores the factory defaults. The following items are displayed in Figure 75: CAP Loop (ft): Capacitance Loop length correlation factor in feet Range: 37-129 nF/mile Default: 83 nF/mile CAP Loop (m): Capacitance Loop length correlation factor in km Range: 23-80 nF/km Default: 52.4 nF/km CAP BAL High: Capacitive Balance High as a percentage Range: 95-99% Default: 95% CAP BAL Low: Capacitive Balance Low as a percentage Range: 85-90% Default: 90% ACV High: AC Voltage High for Tip-Ground, Ring-Ground Range: 15-50V Default: 15V ACV Low: AC Voltage Low Range: 1 to 10V Default: 10V OHM High: Resistance High in mega Ohms Range: 1 to 5 M Default: 5 M OHM Low: Resistance Low in kilo Ohms Range: 1 to 3 k Default: 3 k G Filter Pass Range: -74 to +26 dBm Default: -50 dBm F Filter Pass Range: -74 to +26 dBm Default: -56 dBm
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E Filter Pass Range: -74 to +26 dBm Default: -62 dBm
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Chapter 8 System
This menu contains items used for various system settings. They are: NV RAM ERASE FACTORY DEFAULT SYSTEM CONFIG SYSTEM CLOCK SERIAL PORT CNFG MODULE LIST VERSION/OPTION SYSTEM CALIBRATION
8.1 NV RAM Erase

Use the following procedure to perform NV RAM ERASE: CAUTION! This operation will erase all user stored information. 1. Press MENU and select SYSTEM > NV RAM ERASE. 2. Press ENTER to start NV RAM ERASE. A ERASING NV RAM message will be displayed. Press ESC to escape from the procedure. 3. After the test set powers up, congure it for the operations you need to perform.
8.2 Factory Default

Use this procedure to return the test set to its original proles. 1. Press MENU and select SYSTEM > FACTORY DEFAULT. 2. Press ENTER to start, the test set resets all prole to original settings. Press ESC to escape from the procedure.
8.3 System Conguration

This conguration screen contains three items: LANGUAGE Options: ENGLISH (F1), ITALIAN (F2), SPANISH (F3), FRENCH (F4) Select the language that the test set will display by pressing the appropriate F-key.
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UNIT Options: ENGLISH (F1), METRIC (F2) Select the measurement system the test set will use. BACK LIGHT Options: 5-60 minutes Use +5 MIN and -5 MIN to set back light on time.
8.4 System Clock

Use this procedure to set the System Clock: 1. Press MENU and select SYSTEM > SYSTEM CLOCK. 3. At DATE: Use INC (F1) and DEC (F2) to set the month, date, and year. Use the keypad left/right arrow keys to move the cursor. 4. When nished setting the date, select TIME by pressing the keypad down arrow key. 5. At TIME: Use INC (F1) and DEC (F2) to set the hour, minutes, and seconds. 6. When nished entering the date and time, press SET (F3) to save your entries.
8.5 Serial Port Conguration

Refer to Chapter 6, Section 6.7.1.
8.6 Module List

Displays a list of test set modules that the test sets software will support. It also displays the test sets software VERSION and BUILD number. Use PAGE-UP (F1) and PAGE-DN (F2) if necessary. Press OPTIONS (F3) to display the VERSION/OPTION screen described in Section 8.7.
8.7 Version/Option
This displays a list of installed hardware and software features for the test set and supported modules. Use PAGE-UP (F1) and PAGE-DN (F2) if necessary. Press M-LIST (F3) to display the MODULE list screen described in Section 8.6.
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8.8 System Calibration

The following two items are found within this menu: LOW CAP CALIBRATION HIGH OHM CALIBRATION 8.8.1 Low Capacitance Calibration This procedure should be performed each time the test set is powered up and a capacitance measurement will be performed. To preform this calibration: 1. Remove all input cables and charger from the test set. The test set should be operating on batteries for optimal results. 2. From the MAIN MENU, select SYSTEM > SYSTEM CALIBRATION > LOW CAP CALIBRATION. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions and press ENTER to begin. The procedure takes less than a minute to perform. 8.8.2 High Ohm Calibration This procedure is automatically performed each time the test set is powered up and a high range resistance measurement is performed. To manually perform this calibration: 1. Remove all input cables and charger from the test set. The test set should be operating on batteries for optimal results. 2. From the MAIN MENU, select SYSTEM > SYSTEM CALIBRATION > HIGH OHM CALIBRATION. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions and press ENTER to begin. The procedure takes less than a minute to perform.
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Chapter 9 Reference Information 9.1 Customer Service

General Sunrise Telecom Customer Service is available from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Pacic Standard Time (California, U.S.A.). Customer Service performs the following functions: Answers customer questions over the phone on such topics as product operation and repair. Facilitates prompt repair of malfunctioning test sets. Provides information about product upgrades. A Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number is required before any product may be shipped to Sunrise Telecom for repair. Out-of-warranty repairs require both an RMA and a Purchase Order before the unit is returned. All repairs are warranted for 90 days. Contact Customer Service if you need additional assistance at: Customer Service Sunrise Telecom Incorporated 302 Enzo Drive. San Jose, CA 95138 U.S.A. Tel: 1-408-360-2200 or 1-800-701-5208 Fax: 1-408-363-8313 Internet: http://www.sunrisetelecom.com e-mail: support@sunrisetelecom.com
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9.2 Express Limited Warranty

This Sunrise Telecom product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship during its warranty period. The warranty period for this product is contained in the warranty page on http://www.sunrisetelecom.com. Sunrise Telecom agrees to repair or replace any assembly or compo nent found to be defective under normal use during this period. The obligation under this warranty is limited solely to repairing or replacing the product that proves to be defective within the scope of the warranty when returned to the factory. This warranty does not apply under certain conditions, as set forth on the warranty page on http://www.sunrisetelecom.com. Please refer to the website for specic details. THIS IS A LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY SUNRISE TELECOM. SUNRISE TELECOM MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION OR CONDITION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS..
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Index
Symbols 800 tech-support number; 107 A AC Voltage; 45 ACV High; 101 Low; 101 R-G; 92 T-G; 92 T-R; 92 Auto Test; 91 B Background Noise; 53 Battery Charger; 5 Replacing; 24 Battery Care and Storage; 22 Bridge Tap; 38 bridge taps; 74 C Cable Pair Detect; 82 CAP BAL High; 101 Balance; 98 Length; 98 Loop (ft); 101 Loop (m); 101 Cautions; 2, 19, 20, 22, 58, 103 Charger; 20 Coil Detect; 98 Coil Detection; 63 Connector Panels Module Side (left); 19 Top; 19 15 VDC; 19 Serial Port; 20 Software Card; 20 Current; 47 D DC power adapter jack; 18 DC Voltage; 46 DCV, R-G, T-G & T-R; 92 Digital Multimeter; 41 Index 111
DMM; 41 Application; 49 Capacitance; 42 Current; 47 Measuring AC Voltage; 45 Measuring DC Voltage; 46 Ohm Resistance; 43 Dual Ended Line Tests (Controller); 71 E E Filter; 99 Pass; 101 Extended Battery Storage; 23 F F Filter; 99 Pass; 101 Factory Default; 103 Far End Crosstalk; 80 Figures 01 DSL Span; 7 02 SSMTT-ACM Front View; 9 03 MTT-ACM Keypad; 10 04 MTT Main Menu Screen; 11 05 Main Menu Tree; 13 06 MTT-ACM LED Panel; 15 07 Right Side Panel; 18 08 SSMTT-ACM Top Panel; 19 09 Software Card Installation; 20 10 Replacing the Battery Pack; 24 11 TDR Setup Screen; 26 12 Connecting to the Cable Pair; 28 13 Fault Found; 29 14 Result Zoomed Out; 30 15 Zooming In; 30 16 Auto Search Lower Screen Items; 32 17 Auto Search; 33 18 Bridge Tap at 1589 ft; 34 19 Page-right, Viewing from 1625 to 4838; 34 20 Page-right, Viewing from 4856 to 8069 ft; 35 21 Zoom out, Viewing from 4856 to 11281 ft; 35 22 Typical Load Coil/Open; 37 23 Typical Bridge Tap; 38 24 Typical Short; 39 25 Stored and Live Trace Comparison; 40 26 Digital Multimeter Menu Screen; 41 27 Capacitance Screen; 42 28 Resistance Setup; 43 112 SunSet MTT-ACM
Figures continued 29 Resistance Screen; 44 30 AC Voltage Screen; 45 31 DC Voltage Screen; 46 32 Protection Check; 47 33 Curent Measurement Result; 47 34 Connecting with Alligator Clips; 49 35 Single-ended Test; 51 36 Paired Tests; 52 37 Connecting to Tip & Ring; 53 38 Background Noise Setup Screen; 54 39 PSD Background Noise Results Screen; 55 40 TERM Background Noise Results Screen; 56 41 BRIDGE Background Noise Results Screen; 58 42 Level Meter Screen; 61 43 Frequency Generator Screen; 62 44 Coil Detection Screen; 64 45 Impulse Noise Setup Screen; 65 46 Impulse Noise Results Screen; 67 47 Longitudinal Balance Connection and Screen; 68 48 NEXT Connections; 69 49 Near End Crosstalk Screens; 70 50 Controller/Responder Dual Ended Test Setup; 72 51 ADSL PSD Insertion Loss Result Screens; 73 52 Single Frequency Insertion Loss Screen; 75 53 ADSL DMT PSD Signal-to-Noise Screens; 76 54 Measuring Loop Resistance; 78 55 Loop Resistance Screen; 79 56 FEXT Setup; 80 57 Far End Crosstalk Screens; 81 58 Cable Pair Detect Screen; 82 59 Transmit Cable Pair Tone Screen; 83 60 Responder Detection Screen; 83 61 Responder Mode Screen; 84 62 View/Store/Print Screen; 85 63 Character Screen; 86 64 Serial Port Conguration Screen; 88 65 Connecting to Tip & Ring; 91 66 Auto Test Completed-Results Screen; 92 67 Background Noise PSD-Summary Screen; 93 68 Background Noise Screen-dBm/Hz Graph; 94 69 Background Noise Screen-dBm Graph; 95 70 Background Noise Screen-dBm/Hz Table; 95 71 Auto Test Single Ended Screen-dBm Table; 96 72 Auto Test Single Ended Screen-TDR; 96 73 Auto Test Single Ended Screen-TDR Graph; 97 74 Auto Test Completed Results Screen; 98 75 Measurement Settings Screens; 100 Index 113
Files Deleting a Stored Test; 87 Locking & Unlocking a Stored Test; 87 Printing a Stored Test; 87 Printing to a PC; 90 Renaming a Stored Test; 87 Saving a Test; 86 Transferring Results to a PC; 88 Viewing a Stored Test; 87 Frequency Generator; 62 G G Filter; 98 Pass; 101 I IMP NSE; 99 Impulse Noise; 65 Inductor; 63 Insertion Loss; 71 Insertion Loss for DMT/CAP Freq. Band; 72 Insertion Loss Test Single Frequency; 75 K Keys 0-9; 14 A-F; 14 AUTO; 14 Contrast; 14 Cursor; 14 Enter; 14 ERR INJ; 14 F1-F4; 10 History; 14 Light; 14 Menu; 10 Module; 10 Print; 14 L LEDs; 15 AIS; 16 ALARM; 17 BATTERY; 16 BIT ERR; 17 BPV/CODE; 17 DMM; 16 ERRORS; 17 114 SunSet MTT-ACM
LEDs continued Frame; 16 HOLD; 17 LINE; 16 LP 1 SYNC; 16 LP 2 SYNC; 16 MODULE; 15 PAT SYNC; 17 POWER; 16 RESPOND; 17 SIGNAL; 16 TDR; 16 xTU-C; 15 xTU-R; 15 Line Background Noise; 53 Cable Pair Detect; 82 Coil Detection; 63 Frequency Generator; 62 Impulse Noise; 65 Level Meter; 61 Near End Crosstalk; 69 Responder Testing; 84 Single-ended line tests; 53 Tx Cable Pair Tone; 83 Line Measurements; 51 Load Coil; 63 Load Coil/Open; 37 Loop Resistance Test; 78 M MASK; 94 Measurement Settings; 100 Module List; 104 N Near End Crosstalk; 69 NV RAM Erase; 103 O OHM High; 101 Low; 101 R-G; 93 T-G; 93 T-R; 93
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P parity; 88 Printing Graphic Mode; 89 Text Mode; 89 PSD (ADSL DMT/CAP) Background Noise; 53 R Removing Load Coils; 64 Repair; 107 Replacing the Battery Pack; 24 Responder Testing; 84 RJ-11; 20 RMA; 107 RMA Number; 107 S Serial Port Conguration; 88 Signal to Noise Test; 76 Stop Bit; 89 Support Hotline; 107 System Calibration HIGH OHM CALIBRATION; 105 LOW CAP CALIBRATION; 105 System Clock; 104 System Conguration BACK LIGHT; 104 LANGUAGE; 103 UNIT; 104 T Tables 01 Interferer Type; 57 02 Printer/VT100; 93 TDR; 25 Finding Multiple Faults; 34 Performing a TDR Measurement; 28 Sample Waveforms; 37 Setup Screen; 26 TDR Hints; 36 Time Domain Reectometer; 25 Tx Cable Pair Tone; 83 Typical Short; 39
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V Velocity of Propagation; 27 Version/Option; 104 VP; 27 W Warnings; 45 Warranty; 108
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SunSet MTT Users Manual Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Initial Setup

Chapter 2 Product Description

Figure 1 DSL Span Ch.2 Product Description 7

Figure 2 SSMTT-ACM Front View Ch.2 Product Description 9

2.1 Keypad Functions

Ch.2 Product Description

Figure 5 Main Menu Tree Ch.2 Product Description 13

Ch.2 Product Description

2.3 Connector Panels

Figure 7 Right Side Panel SunSet MTT-ACM

Ch.2 Product Description

Ch.2 Product Description

2.4 Battery Care and Storage

age to the battery and to maintain

Ch.2 Product Description

Chapter 3 TDR Menu & Applications

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

3.1 TDR Setup Screen

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

3.2 Performing a TDR Measurement

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

Figure 15 Zooming In 30 SunSet MTT-ACM

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

3.3 Using the AUTO Search Function

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

Figure 19 Page-right, Viewing from 1625 to 4838 ft 34 SunSet MTT-ACM

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

Figure 24 Typical Short

Ch.3 TDR Menus & Applications

3.3.3 Reclling a Stored TDR Trace

Chapter 4 DMM Menu and Applications

Figure 26 Digital Multimeter Menu Screen

Ch.4 DMM Menu and Applications

4.1 Measuring Capacitance

4.2 Measuring Resistance

Ch.4 DMM Menu and Applications

4.3 Measuring AC Voltage

Ch.4 DMM Menu and Applications

4.4 Measuring DC Voltage

4.5 Measuring Current

Current Measurement Result

Ch.4 DMM Menu and Applications

4.6 Recalling a Stored DMM Reading

4.7 DMM Application

Ch.4 DMM Menu and Applications

Chapter 5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Figure 36 Paired Tests

5.1 Single-ended Line Tests

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Testing Interferers in RIDGE Mode

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Ch.5 Line Measurements

Figure 47 Longitudinal Balance Connection and Screen

should be as high as possible. Figure 48 NEXT Connections