User Guide

MaxTester 610
Copper Test Set

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Contents

Contents
Certification Information ...................................................................................................... vii

1 Introducing the MaxTester 610 ................................................................... 1
Product Description ................................................................................................................1
Key Features and Benefits .......................................................................................................1
Typical Applications ................................................................................................................2
Using the MAX-610 ................................................................................................................3
Cable Connections ..................................................................................................................6
Technical Specifications ...........................................................................................................8
Conventions ............................................................................................................................92 Safety Information ..................................................................................... 11
Electrical Safety Information .................................................................................................12
Equipment Ratings ...............................................................................................................13

3 Getting Started with the MaxTester ......................................................... 15
Turning the Unit On/Off ........................................................................................................15
Using Menus and Keypad .....................................................................................................17
Keypad ..................................................................................................................................18
Using Screenshot Capture/Online Help .................................................................................19

4 Setting Up the MaxTester 610 ................................................................... 21
Home ....................................................................................................................................21
System Settings ....................................................................................................................22
Display and Language ...........................................................................................................23
Date and Time ......................................................................................................................27
Battery Info ...........................................................................................................................28
Software Options ..................................................................................................................30
Information ..........................................................................................................................32
Upload Setup ........................................................................................................................33
EXFO Connect .......................................................................................................................41
Comms Setup .......................................................................................................................42

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5 Setting Up Copper Tests .............................................................................45
Copper Test Main Menu ........................................................................................................45
Test Configuration ................................................................................................................46
Setup ....................................................................................................................................54
Phone Book ..........................................................................................................................55
Dialer Function .....................................................................................................................63
Cable Book ...........................................................................................................................68
Application Settings .............................................................................................................77
Test Lead Compensation .......................................................................................................86
FED Control ..........................................................................................................................87
Saving Results .......................................................................................................................95

6 Reading Saved Copper Test Results ...........................................................99
Result Manager .....................................................................................................................99
Results Summary ..................................................................................................................99
Result Manager Menu ........................................................................................................100
Upload ................................................................................................................................105
Export .................................................................................................................................106
Delete .................................................................................................................................108

7 Multimeter Tests .......................................................................................109
Multimeter Main Page ........................................................................................................109
Voltage ...............................................................................................................................111
Current ...............................................................................................................................117
Resistance ...........................................................................................................................122
Resistive Balance .................................................................................................................127
Isolation ..............................................................................................................................130
Capacitance/Opens .............................................................................................................135
Station Ground ...................................................................................................................141
Stressed Balance .................................................................................................................144

8 SmartR™ Features .....................................................................................149
Pair Detective ......................................................................................................................149
Pair Detective Result Details ................................................................................................160
FaultMapper .......................................................................................................................162

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9 Noise Tests ................................................................................................ 169
Noise Tests Main Page .........................................................................................................169
VF Noise ..............................................................................................................................170
Power Influence ..................................................................................................................173
VF Impulse Noise ................................................................................................................177
WB PSD Noise .....................................................................................................................180
WB Impulse Noise ...............................................................................................................187
NEXT ...................................................................................................................................192

10 Frequency Tests ........................................................................................ 203
Frequency Tests Main Page .................................................................................................203
VF/AC Balance .....................................................................................................................204
WB Balance .........................................................................................................................210
WB Attenuation ..................................................................................................................216
Return Loss .........................................................................................................................223
Load Coils ...........................................................................................................................231
Locator Tone .......................................................................................................................234
TX/RX Tone ..........................................................................................................................236
RX Tone with FED ................................................................................................................239

11 TDR ............................................................................................................ 247
Continuous .........................................................................................................................248
xTalk TDR ............................................................................................................................260
Cable Setup ........................................................................................................................265
Load Trace ..........................................................................................................................266
Result Details ......................................................................................................................267
TDR Profile Details ..............................................................................................................272

12 RFL ............................................................................................................. 273
Single Pair ...........................................................................................................................273
Separate Good Pair .............................................................................................................275
K-Test ..................................................................................................................................278
RFL Cable Setup ..................................................................................................................282
Result Manager ...................................................................................................................284
Result Details ......................................................................................................................286

13 Copper Auto Tests .................................................................................... 289
Menu ..................................................................................................................................289
POTS Auto Test ...................................................................................................................290
User Auto Test .....................................................................................................................294
Result Details ......................................................................................................................311
Profile Details ......................................................................................................................313

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14 Maintenance ..............................................................................................319
General Maintenance ..........................................................................................................319
Recalibrating the Unit .........................................................................................................320
Battery ................................................................................................................................322
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ..................................................324

15 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................325
Solving Common Problems .................................................................................................325
LED Statuses .......................................................................................................................327
Contacting the Technical Support Group ............................................................................328
Transportation ....................................................................................................................329

16 Warranty ....................................................................................................331
General Information ...........................................................................................................331
Liability ...............................................................................................................................332
Exclusions ...........................................................................................................................333
Certification ........................................................................................................................333
Service and Repairs .............................................................................................................334
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ........................................................................................335

Index ...............................................................................................................337vi

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Certification Information

Certification Information
North America Regulatory Statement
This unit was certified by an agency approved in both Canada and theUnited States of America. It has been evaluated according to applicable
North American approved standards for product safety for use in Canada
and the United States.
Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15,
subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003
compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts toensure compliance to the applicable standards.
The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordancewith the user guide, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required tocorrect the interference at his own expense.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void theuser's authority to operate the equipment.

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Introducing the MaxTester 610
The MaxTester 610 is a handheld device designed to qualify andtroubleshoot the copper-loop plant by using pass/fail-driven automatedfunctionalities. The unit also verifies the location of faults during the
installation and repair of voice and DSL circuits.

Product Description
The MAX-610 Test Set case is an aluminum enclosure with rubber overmold, which makes it ideal for field use. Its display is a back-lit LCD
featuring 480 x 800 resolution. A membrane keypad mounted on the faceof the unit features a 14-button keypad used to operate the test set. An
external keyboard and mouse can also be used.

Key Features and BenefitsUser-defined automatic testingSingle-ended copper testing – no remote device requiredColor display with graphical analysis

Battery powered

Rugged and weatherproof handheld unit

EXFO Connect compatibleCompatible with Teletech TS125 or Viavi UFED IIB Remote Far End
Device (FED) for remote control circuit change

Touchscreen option with stylus

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Typical Applications

Typical Applications

2

Automatic Pair Quality Test toward remote test head or far end device
(FED)



Multimeter tests



Noise tests including power influence and PSDFrequency tests including balance, load coils, and tracing toneFault location tests including TDR and RFLSmartR™ features including Pair Detective and FaultMapperConfigurable pass/fail results for automated testing

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Using the MAX-610

Using the MAX-610
The MAX-610 is tested for IEC IP54 compliance which means that it is notaffected by dust or water splashing against the enclosure from any
direction. This protection is only valid when both side doors are properly
closed. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
The MAX-610 is equipped with a series of interfaces shown in the following
views:Left

Head Set Jack (2.5 mm)

USB Host PortDoor

USB Client PortSD Card (not used)



Right
USB Client Port

StylusDC Power

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Using the MAX-610



Front

Touchscreen

Power LED
Battery LED

4

Speaker

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Using the MAX-610



Back

StylusScrewsBattery Door

ScrewsNote: The MAX-610 enclosure may become warm during normal use.

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Cable Connections

Cable Connections
The graphics below show the connectors on the MAX-610 device.

Primary tip/A andring/B connectors

Groundterminal

Secondary tip/A andring/B connectors

Note: When connecting a DSL cable to the WAN port, use the RJ-45 plug end of
the cable provided with the unit. There is a 1500 V maximum transient
voltage on telecom ports. Basic insulation is needed for external telecom
circuits.

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Cable Connections

Secondary Tip/A wire ofphone line
Secondary Ring/B wireof phone line
Shield of phone line
Primary Tip/A wire ofphone line
Primary Ring/B wire ofphone line

WARNINGA 50 to 500 Vcc limited power source may be present on connector
T/R/G (A/B/E), T1/R1/G (A1/B1/E) when the unit is testing isolation
resistance. Use with caution.

WARNING
These connections are intended for the express purpose of electricaltesting of common telephone line conductors, within the ranges
specified in the Technical Specifications found on the EXFO Web
site. The device is not intended to be used on telephone lines
having voltages greater than 280 VAC or 400 VDC, and it is also notintended to be used on power distribution circuits.

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Technical Specifications

CAUTION
The unit is protected against damage caused by fault voltages that
may be present on lines under test. Do not connect the unit if the
maximum expected fault voltage is greater than 500 volts.

Technical Specifications
To obtain this product’s technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site atwww.exfo.com.

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Conventions

Conventions
Before using the product described in this guide, you should understandthe following conventions:

WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.

CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in component damage. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.

IMPORTANT
Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.

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Safety Information
WARNINGThe use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than thosespecified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or
impair the protection provided by this unit.

WARNING
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.

WARNINGUse only accessories designed for your unit and approved by EXFO.
For a complete list of accessories available for your unit, refer to its
technical specifications or contact EXFO.

IMPORTANT
When you see the following symbol on your unit
, make surethat you refer to the instructions provided in your user
documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the requiredconditions before using your product.

IMPORTANTOther safety instructions relevant for your product are locatedthroughout this documentation, depending on the action to
perform. Make sure to read them carefully when they apply to yoursituation.

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Safety Information
Electrical Safety Information

Electrical Safety Information
The AC adapter/charger provided with this unit (18 W/9 V) is specificallydesigned to work with your MaxTester.

WARNING

Use the AC/DC adapter/charger indoors only.



Use only with a Class II AC/DC adapter, power limited output.

On the AC/DC adapter, replacing detachable mains supply cords
with inadequately rated cords, may result in overheating of thecord and create a fire risk.



The adapter shall have the appropriate safety mark (e.g. UL,
CSA, TUV, CE, etc.) that is acceptable to the authorities in the
country where the equipment is to be used.

CAUTION
When using the MaxTester while connected to the AC/DC
adapter/charger, make sure you do not position the equipment sothat it is difficult to disconnect the adapter/charger from theAC mains.

WARNINGUse only accessories that meet EXFO specifications.

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Equipment Ratings

Equipment Ratings
Equipment Ratings

Temperature Operation

 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

 Storage

 –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)

Relative humiditya
 unit  95 % non-condensing

 AC adapter

 0 % to 80 % non-condensing

Maximum operation
altitude3000 m (9843 ft)
2 (when plugged to AC mains)b

Pollution degree

3 (when operated from batteries)c
Overvoltage category

II

Input powerd
 unit

9-24 V; 18 W; 1.67 A

 AC adapter

100 - 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 0.7 A

a.
b.
c.
d.

Measured in 0 °C to 31 °C (32 °F to 87.8 °F) range, decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C(104 °F).
For indoor use only.
Equipment is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight, precipitations andfull wind pressure.
Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage.

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Getting Started with the
MaxTesterTurning the Unit On/Off
When you turn the unit on, you may use it immediately under normal
conditions. When the unit is turned off, it keeps the following parametersin its internal memory:

Setup including application settings, phone and cable books, and test
lead characteristics.

Profiles consisting of:

Test parametersUser-defined thresholds

Note: Save the current profile before turning the unit off, or else any changes are
lost. See Save Profile page 47 for more information.
Regional, LCD, and energy-saving settings

Test results saved internally vs. USB

There are two ways to turn off the MaxTester:

Suspend: the next time you turn your unit on, you will quickly return toyour work environment.



Shutdown: completely cuts power to the unit; the unit will perform acomplete restart routine the next time you use it. You should perform a
shutdown if you do not intend to use your unit for a few hours or more.

To turn the unit on:
Press
to start. The unit initializes for a few seconds and displays theHome pane.

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Turning the Unit On/Off

To enter suspend mode:
Press
for about 2 seconds. The MaxTester will stay in suspend mode for2 hours. After which it will automatically shutdown. This prevents
complete battery discharge and ensures maximum battery performance.
Note: If you have the touchscreen option, you will not be able to wake up the
MaxTester just by touching the display, after putting the unit into suspend
mode. You must press
to wake up the MaxTester.
To perform a shutdown:
Hold down

for at least 4 seconds. The shutdown process starts.

Note: In both previous cases, if the power adapter is connected, the MaxTester
will simulate either a fake suspend or fake shutdown in order to facilitate
the charger.
Note: If you hold downfor 12 seconds or more, the MaxTester may reset thedate and time to incorrect values. Once the unit is powered back on, an
Invalid Date and Time dialogue box will pop up displaying The unit date
and time are probably invalid. (1/1/2006 12:00:25 PM). Please update
the date and time in Date and Time on page 27 to ensure the delivery of all
the functionalities the unit has to offer.

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Using Menus and Keypad

Using Menus and Keypad
You can access various tools from the keypad or menu. Menu options may
differ depending on your unit configuration.
Home menu is where you can access Copper tests, System Settings, or
EXFO Connect. Each test has a sub menu.
To navigate through the items, use the arrow keys.



To confirm a choice or enter a menu, press

To cancel an action or test, or return to the previous item or pane,
press
.



Press
once to return to the Main test menu or twice to return to theHome page.

.

Note: Pressing
while a test is running will also stop the test and return to themain menu screen.
Note: You can also select an option directly by pressing the function keys
corresponding to the on-screen buttons at the bottom of the screen.
Alternatively, if you have the touchscreen option, any reference to pushingbuttons on the keypad can be replaced in most cases by clicking/tapping
the touchscreen.

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Getting Started with the MaxTester
KeypadKeypadArrow keys

Function keys

Back

Home/Help

Power

Start/Stop test

Enter

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

Power button on the lower left side of the unit is used to power the unit
on and off.



Arrow Keys navigate the screen to access and modify parameters.

Function Keys activate the corresponding on-screen function button.

Home button brings you to the Copper Main page of the MaxTester 610
or to the Home page.

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Using Screenshot Capture/Online Help

Using Screenshot Capture/Online Help
Using the Home/Help button, you can take a screenshot of the current
page display or view online help. If screenshots are Enabled, you will haveto select No in the popup message before accessing the online help. (Seebelow.)

Screenshot Capture
To take a screenshot:
Press and hold the Home/Help button to capture the current page and save
it with filename screenshot_ddmmyyyy_hhmmss where ddmmyyyy is
2-digit day, 2-digit month, 4-digit year; and hhmmss is 2-digit hour, 2-digit
minute, and 2-digit second. (The date and time value format is dependent
on the format selected in System Settings\Date and Time.)

Screenshots can be Enabled/Disabled from the System
Settings\Display and Language page.



If Enabled, press and hold the ? key to capture a screenshot on any
page.



A popup message is displayed saying Screenshot captured, Press“Yes” to save or “No” to continue to Help. Pressing No will also
discard the screenshot.

Note: If you selected USB as the screenshot file location and no USB is connectedto the MaxTester, the following popup message is displayed: Screenshot
not saved, Insert USB and press “Yes” to save it or press “No” tocontinue to Help.
Disabling Enable Screenshots will take you to the online help page
when pressing and holding the ? key, as previously described.

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Using Screenshot Capture/Online Help

Online Help
Online help is available at any time. Most test operations pause while you
view help, but will resume automatically when you exit help.
To access help about the current function at any time:
Press and hold the ? key.

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Home
Home presents the main menu page which allows
you to navigate between Copper Test, System
Settings, and EXFO Connect using the left/right arrow
keys on the keypad.
Press
icon:

to bring up the sub-menu of the selected

Copper Test opens the Copper Main menu
displaying the copper qualification testing
applications.



System Settings allow you to set the parametersof the unit such as language, date and time, andbattery info. You can also view installed options, and software andhardware revision information. Plus, System Settings provides accessto Upload Setup.



EXFO Connect opens to EXFO Connect Client and Comms(Communications) Setup.

Note: If you have the touchscreen option, any reference to pushing buttons on the
keypad can be replaced in most cases by clicking/tapping the touchscreen.

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System Settings

System Settings
System Settings presents a menu of items to setup
the unit.
Display and Language provides the setup forbacklight, information on the title bar, language
choice, and Touchscreen Calibration if your unit
has the touchscreen option.

Date & Time sets the date and time and format.

Battery Info displays the battery status andmeasurements, and allows you to set the power
schemes.



Software Options allow you to enable/disablepurchased feature options.



Information displays information About EXFO and unit details
pertaining to hardware/software/product info.



Upload Setup allows you to enable and select an upload method
using the following function keys:


Upload Enable

FTP Setup

Wi-Fi Setup

Ethernet Setup

To navigate between the system settings:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Press22

to confirm your selection.

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Display and Language

Display and Language
To fit your environment, you may adjust the LCD
brightness, display the time and Active Sync, andchange the display language. If your unit has atouchscreen, you can also calibrate it here. Plus, you
can Enable Screenshots which uses the Home/Helpbutton. The values are kept in memory when you turnthe unit off.
The LCD Backlight consumes battery power; morebrightness, more power consumption.
To adjust the display settings:
1. From, select System Settings, and thenDisplay and Language.
2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the setting to change.
3. Press toselect it.



By using the up/down arrow keys, you can switch between preset
brightness levels in the Backlight item. Press
to confirm.

To display the time and Active Sync in the title bar, enable the item.
Press
after your selection to confirm.



Use the up/down arrow keys to navigate between the available
languages, then press
to select it. You will be prompted torestart your unit.

To set which Home page the unit defaults to when pressing
highlight Start MaxTester using: and select from the list.

Touchscreen Calibration button is only present if your unit has atouchscreen and the functionality is enabled. To calibrate thetouchscreen, press/tap/click the button to open a popup windowand select Yes or No. This screen will automatically display during
power up, if calibration was never conducted and the data file is
not available in memory.

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Display and Language

To Enable Screenshots, select Enabled (default), then the
Screenshot file format in either JPG (default) or GIF, and where you
would like to Save Screenshot to: USB (default), EXFO Connect
Client, or FTP.


If USB, the image is saved to a directory called\\MaxTester\Screenshots on the USB memory device. If thedirectory does not exist, create it on the root directory of the USB
memory device.

Note: If you selected USB as the screenshot file location and no USB is connectedto the MaxTester, the following popup message is displayed: Screenshot
not saved, Insert USB and press "Yes" to save it or press "No" tocontinue to Help.


If EXFO Connect Client, the image is saved to\\DATA\EXFO\ECC\FileUpload and the EXFO Connect Client (ECC)
manages the screenshots (for example delete). No change to ECC
is required.



If FTP, the image is saved locally to \\DATA\MaxTester\FTPUpload.
From Result Manager\Upload\Upload Location, select FTP toenable uploading screenshot images to the FTP server. If you
select USB as the Upload Location, the image is uploaded to
Removable Disk\MaxTester\Screenshots.
From the DSL Upload/Save Result tab, select In-Band Upload &Save button to save screenshots.

Note: FTP is available only if you have the FTP Result Upload option listed in
System Settings\Software Options\Platform Options.

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Display and Language

Remote Display
The Remote Display function allows you to connect
the MaxTester to your computer remotely, using PC
TightVNC or RealVNC client application, and aBluetooth or USB connection.
Enable Remote Display button starts the Remote
Display connection. Once the connection is setup
successfully and the remote display server starts,
the button changes to Stop Remote Display until
the connection is dropped.

Connect to Device allows you to select a
Bluetooth device that has been paired
successfully or a USB Connection. A connection
icon is displayed in the menu bar if the setup is successful. If you selectNone, then the Enable Remote Display button is disabled.

Note: The USB Connection for Remote Display uses RNDIS protocol and theActive Sync will not be functional when this USB connection is active.


VNC Server IP address displays one of the following server IP
addresses:
for a USB Connection, 169.254.0.1

for a Bluetooth connection, 169.254.0.2

for None, N/A

Bluetooth PairingFind Bluetooth Devices button searches for and lists all
discoverable Bluetooth devices. The list also displays all the device
names that were previously paired with your MaxTester, whether
or not a Bluetooth signal is currently present.



Status displays a Bluetooth symbol if the device is connected.

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Display and Language

Device Name (Bluetooth Address) displays the name of thedevice and its Bluetooth address.

A third, right-hand column displays a checkmark if the device isPaired.

Note: Use only an EXFO certified Bluetooth dongle.
To initiate remote display:
1. Connect the Bluetooth Dongle or USB Connection to a USB port on the
MaxTester.
2. Select the Connect to Device and press the up arrow key to highlightand press the Enable Remote Display button.
OR
3. Press the down arrow key to highlight and press the Find Bluetooth
Devices button to search for available Bluetooth devices.
4. Press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
into the list.

to get5. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select a device to pair.
6. Follow the instructions in the pop-up dialog boxes. Only one device
can be paired at a time in the MaxTester.
7. Once you have connected to your device, press
list.

to come out of the

8. Return to step #2 above to select your Bluetooth device and establish
the VNC connection.

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Date and Time

Date and Time
When saving results, the unit also saves thecorresponding Date and Time.


Date allows you to enter the date according to thefollowing formats:yyyy-mm-dd

dd-mm-yyyy



mm-dd-yyyy

The Time Format can be set according to the12- or 24-hour formats.



You can also modify the Time Zone and enable anoption so that your unit automatically adjusts the time for the daylightsaving period.

To set the date and time:
1. Press, select System Settings, and then Date and Time.

2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select any of the date or time settings.
3. Pressto enable the modification controls.

3a. For the Date and Time, an edit screen is displayed withdescriptive function keys.
3b. Use the arrow keys to modify the number values, then press
to confirm the change and go back to the previous screen.
3c. If 12 hours (AM-PM) is selected, when setting the Time in the edit
screen, toggle the AM/PM function key for the desired period of
the day. Press
to go back to the previous screen without saving
the new value.
3d. For the Time Format, Auto daylight saving and Time Zone
values, use the arrow keys to select the desired value, then press
to confirm the change.

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Battery Info

Battery Info
You can set your unit to automatically switch to suspend mode
independently for the battery or DC power modes. This is useful for
example if you want to save battery power but do not want to be hinderedby unwanted switches between modes when using DC power.
Power off completely shuts down the unit’s
power.



Power suspend puts the unit in sleep mode; youcan wake up the system by pressing.

Note: If you hold downfor 12 seconds or more, theMaxTester may reset the date and time to incorrect
values. Once the unit is powered back on, an Invalid
Date and Time dialogue box will pop up displaying
The unit date and time are probably invalid.
(1/1/2006 12:00:25 PM). Please update the date andtime in System Settings/Date and Time to ensure thedelivery of all the functionalities the unit has to offer.


DC IN/BATTERY Idle timeout allows you to set the time duration for
the unit to idle (no keys pressed or test being run) before turning off
the LCD.

DC IN/BATTERY suspend timeout allows you to set the time duration
for the unit to enter sleep mode.

Note: Setting the DC IN suspend timeout to the lowest value and not to Neverensures the unit enters suspend mode while the charger is connected.
Battery charging time is quickest when the unit is in suspend mode.

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Battery Info

Modem Power OFF:

Immediately for when a DSL/IP test is completed or stopped. In
this mode, the modem is powered on when DSL/IP test starts.



Idle values power off the modem within a defined period after an
DSL/IP test is completed or stopped.

Power Save Mode is either Disable/Enable. When enabled, BATTERY
Idle timeout and BATTERY suspend timeout are set to 5 min,Backlight to 50 %, and Modem Power OFF (including the unit) to
Immediately. The selections are limited and the following warning
message will popup:
Power Save mode is enabled. High Voltage Monitoring is active
only while the test is in progress.

Default power scheme settings are:


LCD backlight turns off after system idles (no keys pressed) for 10 min.



Unit switches to suspend mode after timeout: 10 min.

Power Save Mode is Disable requiring you to go to this page to see
what will be changed before enabling it.

The chart displays the following battery measurements: capacity, current,
and voltage. Battery Status indicates the current power level, as apercentage, for the battery. Charging is shown as the status only in dual
battery pack units.
To change the power scheme settings:
1. Press, select System Settings, and then Battery Info.

2. Under DC IN or BATTERY, use the arrow keys to select Idle/suspend
timeout modes. Press
to view the list of available choices or use
the left/right arrow keys.
3. Select a new value, then press
the other modes as needed.

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Software Options

Software Options
To activate a newly purchased option key on your MaxTester, please see
the Software Options procedures in the MaxTester CQ-DSL Release Notesthat accompanied your unit.

Copper Options
This screen lists all the Copper Configured Options
which are present on the unit. Possible options are as
follow:

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TDR



RFL



FaultMapperPair DetectiveWideband Testing

Near End CrosstalkHigh Voltage Isolation ResistanceStressed Balance TestFar End Device Test Control

Return Loss

ADSL+ Data Rate Prediction

VDSL2-35b Data Rate Prediction



UFED Control

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Software Options

Platform Options
This screen lists all the Platform Configured Options
which are present on the unit. Possible options are:

FTP Result Upload

Touchscreen Support

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Information

Information
About EXFOThe About tab contains contact information should
you require technical assistance.

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The Information tab displays information about the
product, software, and memory installed on thedevice. The page also identifies hardware
information.
To view the complete version numbers of thesoftware installed on the device:
1. Press the Information tab again.
2. Press the tab again to return to the original value.

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Upload Setup

Upload Setup
Upload Enable
The Upload Enable function allows you to upload
your test result files.
The Out-band Upload Method allows you to use oneof the following methods:
Wi-Fi allows you to upload files from the MaxTester via
a Wi-Fi hotspot/router and is available for thefollowing results:

Copper User Auto Test from Upload/Save
Result tab

Copper User Auto Test from Result
Manager/Summary/Upload

All Copper results from Result Manager/Upload

Note: Only channels 1 to 11 are supported on the Wi-Fi hotspot/router.
A Wi-Fi symbol, in the top right-hand corner of the navigation bar,identifies whether or not a connection is present. The Wi-Fi status isindicated as follows:Green icon indicates that the MaxTester is connected with a Wi-Fi
hotspot.

Yellow icon indicates that the Wi-Fi dongle is powered up and ok,
but that the MaxTester is not connected to any Wi-Fi hotspot.

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Upload Setup

Red icon indicates a problem with the Wi-Fi (dongle not attached,etc.).



Ethernet is the default upload and if selected, displays an ethernet
iconin the top right-hand corner of the navigation bar. It identifies
whether or not a connection is present displaying a green or yellow
icon similar to the Wi-Fi symbol described above.

Disable Upload option disables uploading your files via Wi-Fi or
Ethernet. You can export results to a USB memory device.

The DSL In-band Upload method supports DSL or Ethernet, and can be
set to either Enable or Disable.
Export to EXFO Connect Client allows you to Enable/Disable thislocation to export your CQ and DSL test reports.
To select the Upload method:
1. Press, select System Settings, and then Upload Setup.

2. Select the Upload Enable tab.
3. Use the left/right arrow keys.
OR
4. Press

to view the list of available choices.

5. Use the up/down arrow keys to make your selection and press
confirm.

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FTP Setup
The FTP Setup function allows you to configure thefile transfer information using the following:Address Format allows you to select the FTP
server address type:

IP Address



URL



FTP Server Address allows you to set either the
IP Address or URL.

Port is a fixed numeric value for the signalling port
used to establish an IP network session.

Username/Password is your login ID and password.

Mode is either Active or Passive for the file transfer mode.

Transfer Type is set to Binary, transferring files as a binary stream of
data.



Remote Directory can be used to specify the file upload directory on
the FTP server, for example, dir1/dir2. If this field is left empty, the FTP
upload will save the result file at root directory on FTP server.



Restore Default button allows you to reset the entries to their defaults.

To configure the setup options:
1. Press the up/down arrows to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Upload Setup

Wi-Fi Setup
The Wi-Fi Setup pages allows you to connect your
MaxTester to a Wi-Fi network.
Select a Wi-Fi Network for Upload lists theavailable secure Wi-Fi networks in range andpresently connected. (Unsecured Wi-Fi networks
are not supported.) The last three networks thatwere connected are also listed, whether or notthey are presently connected to the MaxTester.

Note: If you select a network from the list of previously
selected networks (last 3), the MaxTester will try tojoin that network using the credentials saved for theselected network.
Status displays a Wi-Fi symbol if the device is connected, and is
dynamically updated with the present connectivity state of the
networks.

Network Name is the Wi-Fi network name.



A third, right-hand column displays a checkmark indicating the
network selected for upload.

Forget Network button removes a previously joined network from the
list.



Select Other Network button opens a new page allowing you tosearch for a specific network.

Find Networks button searches for available networks.

Note: Only Wi-Fi channels 1-11 are supported.

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To connect your MaxTester to a Wi-Fi network:
1. Press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
into the list.

to get2. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the desired network.
3. Pressto confirm a network and open the alphanumeric editor
screen to enter your Password.
4. Pressto come out of the list.

5. Press the down and left/right arrow keys to highlight the network
buttons and press.

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Upload Setup

Select Network
The Select Network page allows you to search for a
specific Wi-Fi network.
Network Name opens the alphanumeric editor
screen allowing you to enter the name of thedesired Wi-Fi network.

Security lists the following wireless security
protocols:WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2)

Note: When using WPA encryption, some specific routers may have performanceissues with the supplied Wi-Fi dongle. In this case, please use WPA2
encryption.
Password opens the alphanumeric editor screen allowing you to enter
the desired Wi-Fi network’s password. Join function key replaces Doneon the editor screen.

Join function key allows your MaxTester to connect to the othernetwork and it becomes the selected/preferred upload network.

To configure the other network parameters:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the Join function key to connect to the other Wi-Fi network.

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Upload Setup

Ethernet Setup
The Ethernet Setup function allows you to configure
the line and access modes, etc for an Ethernet
connection, using the following parameters:Access Mode options are DHCP, Static, or PPPoE.



WAN Link Speed is a choice between Auto(negotiated during the link establishment), 100 or
10 Mbit/s.



WAN Connect Mode is Full- or Half-Duplex,
when Link Speed is set to either 100 or 10 Mbit/s.



VLAN Support enables the unit to tag/untag
ethernet frames.



VLAN ID is a virtual local area network (VLAN) tag ranging from 0
through 4094. The entry is available only when VLAN Support isEnable.



Vendor ID is the name of the unit. This entry is available only when
Access Mode is DHCP.



Local Mac Address is the internal MAC address of the unit: either
MaxTester or User Defined.



Mac Address is a specific MAC address, in a hexadecimal format, if
User Defined was selected for the previous parameter. This entry isavailable only when Access Mode is DHCP or Static.



WAN Login Timeout is a numeric setup entry.

The following parameters are available only when Access Mode is PPPoE.


Login Name/Password is your user ID and password.

Obtain IP is either Dynamic where the access concentrator or
broadband remote access server assigns a temporary IP address tothe unit, or Static where you enter the IP address of the unit.

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Upload Setup

The following parameters are available only when Access Mode is Static.



IP Address is the address for the unit that is actively connected toyour network or the internet at the time of login.



Gateway is the IP address of the default gateway.



Subnet Mask is the network address used to identify if the IP
address is within the same wide area network.



DNS1 is the address of the primary domain name server to be usedby the unit. If DNS is unavailable, enter 0.0.0.0.

DNS2 is the address of the secondary domain name server to be
used by the unit. If DNS is unavailable, enter 0.0.0.0.

Restore Default button allows you to reset the entries to their defaults.

To configure the setup options:
1. Press the up/down arrows to select the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press40

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EXFO Connect

EXFO Connect
The EXFO Connect menu presents the following
2 sub-menus:


EXFO Connect Client (ECC) opens to the main
menu page which allows you to navigate between
the ECC interfaces. Please refer to the ECC User
Guide.

Comms Setup allows you to configure the EXFO
Connect communications upload setup.

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Comms Setup

Comms Setup
Connection Enable
The Connection Enable tab allows you to choose theConnection Method for upload.


Wi-Fi



Ethernet



Disable Connection option disables uploads via
Wi-Fi or the Ethernet.

When Wi-Fi or Ethernet are selected, their respective
icons are displayed in the top right-hand corner of thenavigation bar. The status of whether or not aconnection is present is indicated by the colour of theicon: green, yellow, or red.

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Comms Setup

Wi-Fi Setup
The Wi-Fi Setup function for Comms Setup is thesame as in the System Settings/Upload Setup. Please
see Wi-Fi Setup on page 36.

Ethernet Setup
The Ethernet Setup function for Comms Setup is thesame as in the System Settings/Upload Setup. Please
see Ethernet Setup on page 39.

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Setting Up Copper Tests
The MaxTester is designed to test basic twisted pair quality, identify andlocate faults, and troubleshoot noise and signal issues. These
measurements offer a quick and thorough method to determine if thecable is capable of supporting xDSL technology. In addition, it utilizes noise
measurements, longitudinal and stressed balance tests, and power
spectral density tests to assist in the installation, maintenance, andtroubleshooting of copper cables.

Copper Test Main Menu
Copper Main presents the main copper menu page
which allows you to navigate between all the copper
qualification testing applications using the up/down,
left/right arrow keys on the keypad.
Press
to run a test, bring up the sub-menu, or
perform the application of the selected icon.

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Test Configuration

Test Configuration
Before performing copper tests, you can set up the software settings andvalues for the cables. The MaxTester allows you to save test parameters
and threshold settings to different profiles and reuse them as needed.
The Test Configuration menu provides the utilities tosetup test parameters. The MaxTester supports several
types of copper test applications. Test parameters andthresholds are saved into a test configuration profile. A
Profile Default is provided with a predefined set ofparameters for all test applications.
Note: Cable parameters are not included in these profiles
but can be configured in Setup.
Select Profile lists available profiles saved in theinternal memory. The current active profile isshown in the upper information header.
An asterisk "*" on the currently Selected Profile name indicates thatmodifications have been made to this profile in the Threshold
Settings or parameters of a particular test.
At power up, settings are read from the last loaded profile.

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Profile Details lists the tests for configuration:
Pair Detective

FaultMapper

Auto Test

Multimeter

Noise Tests



Frequency Tests



TDR

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

Copy to USB allows you to copy all profiles found in the internal
memory to an external USB device. If the profile name already exists inthe destination folder, you will prompted to overwrite existing
profile(s).
You can overwrite each file individually by pressing the Yes button,
or overwrite all by pressing Yes to All.



If Yes to All is not pressed, then individual files may be overwritten
by pressing Yes, or skipped by pressing No.

You can terminate the process by pressing Cancel.

Copy from USB allows you to copy all profiles found on an external
USB device to the unit.

Delete Profile allows you to delete a profile (except the default profile)on the unit.

Profile Default resets the current test setup to the factory default
profile. If selected, a dialogue box pops up to confirm that all single
and auto test settings will revert to factory test settings.

Save Profile allows you to save changes made to selected profile. An
asterisk "*" on the Selected Profile name indicates that modifications
have been made in the Threshold Settings or parameters of aparticular test. the following function keys.

To save a profile, use one of the following function keys:
Save allows you to save to the currently selected profile name.



Save As opens the alphanumeric editor screen allowing you toenter a new name for the profile selected.

Don’t Save deletes the message box without saving the changes tothe currently selected profile.

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Test Configuration

To navigate between the configuration icons:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

Select Profile
The Select Profile page lists the available profiles in
the internal memory, by Profile Name andModification Date.
The Selected Profile displays the current active
profile.
To select a profile:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired entry and press. The profile is loaded
and the Selected Profile is updated with thecurrent selection.
OR
2. Pressto cancel your selection and go back to the Test
Configuration menu.

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Profile Details Main Menu
You can view any of the currently selected test
parameters from the Profile Details menu byselecting the desired test icon. An asterisk "*" on the
Selected Profile name indicates that modifications
have been made to this profile in the thresholdsettings or parameters of a particular test.
Each test displays a sub-menu of test icons to selectand view.
To select a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the
keypad to select an icon.
2. Press

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Multimeter Profile Details
The profile details Multimeter main menu allows you
to view the test threshold and parameters of thefollowing tests:


VoltageCurrentResistanceResistive Balance

IsolationCapacitance/Opens

Station GroundStressed Balance

To navigate between the test profiles:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Press50

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Noise Tests Profile Details
The profile details Noise Tests main menu allows you
to view the test threshold and parameters of thefollowing tests:

VF NoisePower Influence

VF Impulse NoiseWB PSD NoiseWB Impulse Noise



NEXT

To navigate between the test profiles:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Press

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Frequency Tests Profile Details
The profile details Frequency Tests main menu
allows you to view the test threshold and parametersof the following tests:

VF/AC Balance

WB Balance

WB Attenuation

Return Loss

TX/RX ToneRX Tone with FED

To navigate between the test profiles:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

TDR Profile Details
The profile details TDR menu allows you to select andview the parameters set for the following tests:Auto TDRManual TDR

xTalk TDR

To navigate between the test profiles:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys on the keypad toselect an icon.
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Auto Test Profile Details
The profile details Auto Test main menu allows you toview the test threshold and parameters of thefollowing tests:
POTS Auto TestUser Auto Test

To navigate between the test profiles:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the
keypad to select an icon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

Delete Profile
Delete Profile lists all profiles found on the internal
memory except the default profile, which cannot be
removed.
Selected Profile displays the profile name in use.
To delete a profile:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight theentry to be removed and press.
2. Press the Delete function key to remove the entry
from the unit.
OR
3. Pressto cancel your selection, remove any display message, and go
back without impacting any profiles.

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Setup

Setup
The Setup function allows you to set up parameters common to all tests.
To access the Setup function:
1. On the Home pane, highlight Copper Test, then press
2. From the Copper Main page select Setup and press.
.

Setup presents a menu of items to setup copper tests.
Phone Book includes pages to setup and savegroups of phone numbers.



Cable Book includes pages to select, add, clone,and delete a cable, as well as modify its details.

Application Settings include the following pages:
General, Standard, Identification, File Name,and Buzzer. Current settings are kept in memory
and are independent of the profiles.



Factory Default allows you to revert the Phone
Book and/or Application Settings to the factory default values.



Test Lead Compensation overwrites the current test leadcharacteristics to start resistance and capacitance compensation
based on the cable temperature of the test lead.

To navigate between the setup icons:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
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Phone Book
The Phone Book menu presents a selection offunctions which allow you to manage the groups ofphone numbers relevant to performing the copper
tests. It can include a maximum of 50 groups of up to 3
individual entries each. The functions are as follows:

Select Group/Entry

Phone Book Details



Add Group

Clone Group

Delete Group

Load Phone Book



Save Phone Book

To navigate between the phone book functions:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Press

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Phone Book

Select Group/Entry
The page lists entries by Group ID and Entry
Name/Type. There is 1 group of 3 factory default
entries which cannot be edited or deleted. The Phone
Book can include a maximum of 50 groups.
Group # in use displays the group number in use.
To select a group and entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired entry and press. The Group # in Use
is updated with the current selection.
OR
2. Pressmenu.

to cancel your selection and go back to the Phone Book

Phone Book Details
The Phone Book Details page allows you to view andmodify the Phone Book parameters of the currently
highlighted phone entry. As well, you canenable/disable entries 2 and 3 in each phone group.
When creating a new phone group, only entry 1 isenabled. Entries 2 and 3 remain disabled until entry 1
is filled in.

56Group ID displays the group ID number. This is
the only parameter that cannot be modified
however you can navigate between the available
phone groups.



Entry Name is the name of the entry in the Phone Book.



Phone Number is the 10-digit numeric phone number of the entry.

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Type displays the following list of values:Milliwatt toneQuiet lineDrop battery- (for additional line types)

Enable displays either Yes or No.

Accept function key validates and updates all the parameters of thePhone Book.

To view and modify the group details:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the Accept function key to update the Phone Book with yourchanges.

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Phone Book

Add Group
The Add Group page allows you to add a new groupentry into the Phone Book using the following
parameters for the currently highlighted Group ID.
Group ID displays the group ID number. Thisparameter that cannot be modified.



Entry Name is the name of the entry in the Phone
Book.



Phone Number is the 10-digit numeric phone
number of the entry.

Type displays the following list of values:Milliwatt toneDrop battery

Quiet line- (for additional line types)

Enable displays either Yes or No.



Add function key adds the new group entry to the Phone Book.

To add a new group entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.

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4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the Add function key to append the new group entry to the endof the Phone Book. If the maximum number of Phone Book entries
has been reached, delete an entry before adding a new one.

Clone GroupThe Clone Group page allows you to copy the detailsof an existing entry to a new group entry in the Phone
Book. The page lists all entries by Group ID.
The list can display a maximum of 50 entries.
Group # In Use displays the Group ID number in use.
To clone a group entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired entry.
2. Press the Clone function key to copy the details of
the highlighted entry and append a new Group ID
to the list.
OR
3. Pressmenu.

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Phone Book

Delete GroupThe Delete Group page allows you to delete a groupentry from the Phone Book. The page lists all entries
by Group ID.
Group # in Use displays the group number in use.
To delete a group entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the entry
to be removed.
2. Press the Delete function key to remove theselected entry from the Phone Book. If you try todelete a cable in use, a warning message pops-up
and changes the Group # in Use to Group 1 by default.
OR
3. Pressto cancel your selection, remove any display message, and go
back without impacting the Phone Book.

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Load Phone Book
The Load Phone Book page allows you to import aphone book. The page displays the file name and dateof the last phone book loaded. Only .csv files aresupported.
The Storage Location lists the load destinations:

MT internal memory



USB



File Name lists the phone book file name(s) to
load.



Load button imports the selected phone book.
You will be prompted for confirmation since this action will overwrite
the current phone book.

Cancel button removes the confirmation/warning message without
impacting the phone book.

To load a phone book:
1. Select the Storage Location using the left/right arrow keys.
OR
2. Pressto display the list of options.

3. Using the up/down arrow keys, select a file name to load.
4. Press Load and confirm. The unit will remove the existing phone bookand replace it by the loaded one.
OR
5. Press Cancel to remove the message.

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Phone Book

Save Phone Book
The Save Phone Book page allows you to save orexport a phone book.


Save File allows you to enter a file name of thecurrent phone book to save. By default, the nameis phone_book.csv.

The Storage Location lists the save destinations:

MT internal memoryUSB

Save button saves the selected file.

Note: The unit will overwrite any document with the same file name found on thedisk, without warning.
To save a phone book:
1. Accept the default file name or press
edit screen.

to create a new one using the

2. Select a Storage Location.
3. Press Save.

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Dialer Function

Dialer Function
The Dialer function provides a dial-up path from theMAX-610 to another tester (or quiet termination orsilent switchman) through a switched circuit network.
DTMF (dual-tone multi-frequency) transmission isenabled via the phone keypad allowing you to place
POTS calls. The dialer can be accessed from the
Copper Main or Multimeter (if FED option enabled)
pane and is also integrated into individual test screens
to give you quick access to the manual dialer function,
speed dial and last dialed lists, without exiting thecurrent test application.
To access the Dialer function:
1. On the Home pane use the up/down arrow keys to highlight Copper
Test, then press.
2. From the Copper Main or Multimeter (if FED option enabled) page
select Dialer and press.

Dialer
Dialer provides the following functions:

The means to call and signal voice switch test functions, such as drop
battery, quiet line, and more.

It is integrated with POTS Auto Test and other manual test screens foreasy access to the switch functions during those tests. For example,
when testing for load coils, you can remove the line battery and use
the dialer function to signal the switch to drop battery, and then run theload coil test.



It is DTMF and can also be used to control a DTMF FED (Far End
Device) by entering specific FED DTMF commands. (EXFO offers aseparate, integrated FED which is fully automated with test
sequences.)

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Dialer FunctionAllows you to use the unit as a telephone (with the built-in speaker orexternal headset and the on-screen phone keypad as a dialer) whenEnter Number is invoked, whether in the test results screens or
through the separate dedicated Dialer application.

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Dialing Status shows the current status of thedialed number.

Group ID displays the group ID number of thedialed number if it was selected from the Phone
Book.



Entry ID displays the Entry Name of the dialed
number if it was selected from the Phone Book.

Enter Number displays the telephone number
entered, or selected from the Recent Dialed
Numbers list or Phone Book.



Recent Dialed Numbers button opens a list of recently dialed numbers
for selection.



Select From Phone Book button allows you to select a number fromthe Phone Book.



Function Keys:

Dial/Hang Up allows you to dial the selected or entered number,and hang up the dialer.



Add To PhoneBook saves the entered number to the Phone Book.



Mute/Unmute Speaker changes the speaker status.

Volume adjusts the volume level.

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To dial a number:
1. Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight an entry or button andpress.
2. Enter a new phone number using the on-screen keypad or select anexisting one from the lists.
3. Press the Dial function key to start the call.

Enter Number
The Enter Number box is where you enter the phone
number you wish to dial.
To enter a phone number:
1. Press any of the buttons on the keypad by using
the navigation keys on the unit and pressing.
The selected numbers are entered in the text box.
2. Press Pause to enter a 1-second pause while
dialing. For example, pressing Pause
consecutively 3 times, creates a 3-second pause.
3. Move left or right in the text box by using
Cursor Left/Right function keys.
4. Delete a character by moving the cursor to the left of the character andpressing the Delete function key.
5. Press Done function key when you have completed entering a phone
number.
Note: Alphabets on the keypad are for reference only. Pressing any of the buttons
will not show the alpha-character in the text box.

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Recent Dialed Numbers
The Select Number page lists a maximum of 8
recently dialed telephone numbers which you canselect to make your call.
To select a recently dialed number:
1. Use the up/down arrow keys to select an entry.
2. Pressto confirm your choice. The number is
automatically entered in the Enter Number fieldof the Dialer page.

Select from Phone Book
The Select Entry read-only page lists entries by GroupID and Entry Name/Type. There is 1 group of 3 factory
default entries. The Phone Book can include amaximum of 50 groups.
Group # in Use displays the group number inuse.



Entry in use displays the Entry Name in use.

To select a group and entry:
Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
entry and press. The Group # in Use is updatedwith the current selection and automatically entered in the Enter Number
field of the Dialer page.

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Add to Phone Book
The Add Group page allows you to add a new groupentry into the Phone Book using the following
parameters for the currently highlighted Group ID.
Group ID displays the group ID number. Thisparameter that cannot be modified.



Entry Name is the name of the entry in the Phone
Book.



Phone Number is the 10-digit numeric phone
number of the entry.

Type displays the following list of values:Milliwatt toneDrop battery

Quiet line- (for additional line types)

Enable displays either Yes or No.



Add function key adds the new group entry to the Phone Book.

To add a number to the phone book:1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.

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Cable Book

4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the Add function key to append the new group entry to the endof the Phone Book. If the maximum number of Phone Book entries
has been reached, delete an entry before adding a new one.

Cable Book
The Cable Book menu allows you to select, add,clone, and delete a cable, as well as modify its details,
such as:

Select Cable



Cable Details



Add Cable

Clone Cable

Delete Cable

Load Cable Book



Save Cable Book

To navigate between the cable book functions:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Press68

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Select Cable
The Select Cable page lists entries by ID, Cable
Name, and Cable Fill. The list can display a maximumof 25 entries. Only the cables from the selected Cable
Book will be available for selection in test screens.
Also, only cables from the CableBookSettings can beedited or deleted.


Select Custom Cable Book

FactoryDefaultBook



CableBookSettings

ItalianCableBook

UKCableBook

FranceCableBook



Cable # in Use displays the ID number of the cable in use.



Cable Book Version displays the current edition number of the Cable
Book in use.

To select a cable in use:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired entry andpress. The Cable # in Use is updated with the current selection
displaying Cable Details.
OR
2. Pressmenu.

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Cable Details
The Cable Details page allows you to view theparameter details of the Cable # in Use, or select a
Cable ID number by pressing the left/right arrow keys
on the keypad and view its details. You can only
modify cables from the CableBookSettings book.

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Cable Name is the name of the cable in the
Cable Book.



Cable Gauge is the gauge system for measuring
wire sizes in AWG (American Wire Gauge) units
or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.

Capacitance T-R/A-B specifies a value for the capacitance per length
constant.

Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E specifies a value for the capacitanceper length to ground constant.

Resistance specifies a value for the resistance constant of the cable.



Attenuation @ 300 kHz specifies a value for the reduction in signal
strength or insertion loss of the cable.



VOP is the velocity of propagation for the cable as a ratio of the speedof light.

Temperature specifies the temperature of reference at which all cableparameters have been measured, in either F (Fahrenheit) or C
(Celsius) units. The measurement units are updated based on theTemperature settings in Setup/Application Settings/Standard.

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To view and modify the cable details:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation
keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the Accept function key to update the cable details with yourchanges.

Add Cable
The Add Cable page allows you to add a new cableentry into the CableBookSettings using the following
parameters for the currently highlighted Cable ID.
Cable ID displays the cable ID number. Thisparameter that cannot be modified.



Cable Name is the name of the cable in the Cable
Book.



Cable Gauge is the gauge system for measuring
wire sizes in AWG (American Wire Gauge) units
or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill allows you to select the type of material the cable can be
filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp 5, PR, or 2 PR.

Capacitance T-R/A-B allows you to specify a value for the capacitanceper length constant.

Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E allows you to specify a value for thecapacitance per length to ground constant.

Resistance allows you specify a value for the resistance constant of thecable.

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

Attenuation @ 300 kHz allows you to specify a value for the reduction
in signal strength or insertion loss of the cable.



VOP allows you to set the velocity of propagation for the cable as aratio of the speed of light.



Temperature specifies the temperature of reference at which all cableparameters have been measured.



Add function key adds the new cable entry to the Cable Book.

To add a new cable entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the Add function key to append the new cable entry to the end of
the CableBookSettings. If the maximum number of Cable Book
entries has been reached, delete an entry before adding a new one.

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Cable Book

Clone Cable
The Clone Cable page allows you to copy the cabledetails of an existing entry from the selected Cable
Book to a new cable entry in the CableBookSettings.
The page lists all entries by ID, Cable Name, andCable Fill.


Cable # in Use displays the ID number of thecable in use.



Cable Book Version displays the current edition
number of the Cable Book in use.

To clone a cable entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired entry andpress.
2. Press the Clone function key to copy the details of the highlighted entry
and append a new ID to the CableBookSettings list.
OR
3. Pressmenu.

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Delete Cable
The Delete Cable page allows you to delete a cableentry from the selected Custom Cable Book. The
page lists all entries by Cable ID, Cable Name, andCable Fill.


Cable # in Use displays the ID number of thecable in use.



Cable Book Version displays the current edition
number of the Cable Book in use.

To delete a cable entry:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight theentry to be removed and press.
2. Press the Delete function key to remove the entry from the Custom
Cable Book. If you try to delete a cable in use, a warning message
pops-up and changes the Cable # in Use to cable #1 by default.
OR
3. Pressto cancel your selection, remove any display message, and go
back without impacting the Cable Book.

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Load Cable Book
The Load Cable Book page allows you to import acable book. The page displays the file name and dateof the last phone book loaded. Only .csv files aresupported.
The Storage Location lists the load destinations:

MT internal memory



USB



File Name lists the cable book file name(s) to
load.



Load button imports the selected cable book. You
will be prompted for confirmation since this action will overwrite thecurrent cable book.

Cancel button removes the confirmation/warning message without
impacting the cable book.

To load a cable book:
1. Select the Storage Location using the left/right arrow keys.
OR
2. Pressto display the list of options.

3. Using the up/down arrow keys, select a file name to load.
4. Press Load and confirm. The unit will remove the existing cable bookand replace it by the loaded one.
OR
5. Press Cancel to remove the message.

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Save Cable Book
The Save Cable Book page allows you to save orexport a cable book.


Save File allows you to enter a file name of thecurrent cable book to save. By default, the nameis cable_book.csv.

The Storage Location lists the save destinations:

MT internal memoryUSB

Save button saves the selected file.

Note: The unit will overwrite any document with the same file name found on thedisk, without warning.
To save a cable book:
1. Accept the default file name or press
edit screen.

to create a new one using the

2. Select a Storage Location.
3. Press Save.

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Application Settings

Application Settings
Before executing the copper tests, set up the software settings and values
for the cables. The MAX-610 allows you to save standard parameter settings
to different profiles and reuse them as needed.
To access Application Settings:
From the Home pane, select Copper Test, then Setup, andApplication Settings.
The following parameters are available to configure:

GeneralThe General tab allows you to configure the unit withspecific measurement values and graph viewing
settings.
Each parameter is described below:
Cable Temperature specifies the temperature of
the cable under test in either F (Fahrenheit) or C
(Celsius) units.

Capacitance Measurement is either 3 Terminalor 2 Terminal. The latter method measures thecapacitance across the 2 terminals specified(either T-R, T-G, R-G or A-B, A-E, B-E), whereas the
3 Terminal method measures the capacitance across the 2 terminals
specified, and shorts the remaining (or unspecified) terminal to G/E.
The 3 Terminal method is more common and is the default. Continue
to use it unless you know you need the 2 Terminal method.

Note: In order to correctly determine cable length by using the Capacitance
Measurement, the Cable Book must contain both 3/2 Terminal values.

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Note: The accuracy of the 2 Terminal Capacitance Measurement is impacted by
the use of the FED, and the 3 Terminal method is recommended to be usedinstead.


VOP Compensation offsets the big slope at the beginning of the cabledue to the charge of a large outgoing TDR pulse, and is applied to TDR,WB Attenuation, and FaultMapper tests. You can enable a physicaldelay in the copper cable by selecting either For Short Cable or For
Long Cable, or disable the application by selecting None (default).



Test Startup Mode lists the test startup type:

Auto (default) automatically starts a test when you select therespective icon from the test sub-menu pane and press.



Manual requires that you press Start/Stop on the MaxTester keypad
to start a test.



Report File Storage Location is dependent on whether Export to
EXFO Connect Client is enabled or not, in System Settings\Upload
Setup. If enabled, you can select either USB or EXFO Connect Client
as your test report storage location. If disabled, USB is automaticallyselected.



Report Format is HTML, MHTML, or XML as the generated reportformat.

Note: If EXFO Connect Client is selected, the available selections for Report
Format are only MHTML and XML.


Prompt To Save Results allows you to Enable/Disable popup
confirmation messages before leaving a test and not saving results.

Result File Storage Location allows you to select where to save yourresults: to a USB or the internal memory of the MaxTester.

Landscape Mode Settings:
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Default Graph Mode sets the default graph viewing mode to either
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Screen Rotation sets your preferred default rotation of the unit forviewing graphs in Landscape mode. Select either Right to rotate
the MaxTester 90 degrees clockwise so that the keypad is on theleft-hand side, or Left to rotate the unit 90 degrees
counter-clockwise so that the keypad is on the right-hand side.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Standard
The Standard tab allows you to set unit parametervalues composed of the following:Standard Selection
Standard allows you to specify if the copper tests
should conform to the ITU (International
Telecommunications) or ANSI (American National
Standards Institute) standard.

Note: Selecting the Standard resets the default
Measurement Units, Label Customization, and Test
Parameters Preset for the page.
Measurement UnitsDistance lists the measurement units for distance in feet or meters.



Temperature lists the measurement units for temperature in
F (Fahrenheit) or C (Celsius).

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Application SettingsLevel lists the units of power level in dBm or dBRN.

Capacitance lists the units of capacitance for Tip and Ring in
nF/km or nF/mi.



Resistance lists the units for resistance in Ω/km or Ω/mi.



Attenuation lists the units for the reduction in signal strength orinsertion loss of the cable, in dB/km or dB/mi.



Power Spectral Density (PSD) lists the units to measure the noise
energy at a point in a noise spectrum. Units are dependent on thepreviously selected Level.

Cable Gauge Unit allows you to select either AWG or mm wire
gauge. AWG is the default for ANSI and mm for ITU. If you select
AWG, only AWG cables will be displayed in the Cable Book\SelectCable list and test pages.



NTD (Network Terminal Device) Provider allows you to filter out
certain devices in the Pair Detective test dependant on yourprovider. None (default) filters out all devices except Short, Phone,and Phone Off Hook.

Label Customization
Connection lists the type of cable connection: T-R-G or A-B-E.



Test Parameters PresetPower Line Frequency lists the frequency value of the power line.

Noise Filter lists the type of noise filters to use.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

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Identification
The Identification tab allows you to preset values to
identify each single and auto test result file whensaving them. The parameters are as follows:

User Name/User ID allow you to enter up to 25
alphanumeric characters, in each field.

Contractor Name allows you to enter the name ofa contractor used to perform the tests.



Test From/To list the following values: DSLAM,
NID, CPE, CROSSBOX, FRAME - up to 20 entries
each, including user defined values.



Test From/To List Setup buttons open separate list management
pages.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Test List Setup
The Test From List Setup and Test To List Setup
pages allow you to manage the entries of the list.
However, there are 5 entries by default which cannot
be edited or deleted. These are DSLAM, NID, CPE,
CROSSBOX, FRAME. When any of these are selected,
the Delete and Accept buttons are disabled.
A maximum of 20 different entries can be added.
To manage the list:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to select thePrevious/Next Entry buttons and presstoselect the previous/next entry.
2. Press Page Up/Down function keys to see entries on the previous or
next pages. These keys are disabled if no other pages exist.
3. Press Add function key to add an entry just below the selected entry in
the list.
4. To edit an entry, press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the selected
test. Press Accept function key to confirm the changes. If you press
Previous/Next Entry buttons before the Accept function key, theedited value will be lost.
5. Press Delete function key to delete any entry you have added.

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File Name
The File Name tab sets up the standard configuration
for automatically naming a result file. You can only
Enable/Disable the entries. All enabled entries are
considered for file name generation.
File Name Preview displays a preview of the file
name. The actual values of the enabled entries
are not shown.

Date and Time value format depends on theformat selected in System Settings. This entry
cannot be disabled.

Separator allows you to choose a value toseparate the enabled entries in the file name, e.g.: Space ( ), Dash (-),
Underscore (_).



Change Order button allows you to change the order of the file nameentries by moving them up or down in the list.

To select an entry and choose a value:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired entry.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Press the up/down arrow keys to select the option and press
confirm your selection.

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Change Order
Change Order page allows you to change the order of
the File Name Fields in the list.
To change the order:
1. Pressto get into the list.

2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the desired
entry.
3. Pressto come out of the list.

4. Press the up or down arrow key to activate the
Up/Down buttons.
5. Using the left/right arrow keys, select Up/Down and press
the entry up/down the list.

to move

6. Pressto go back to the File Name tab. The File Name Preview will
be updated with your changes.

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Application Settings

BuzzerThe Buzzer is a built-in, continuous warning system todetect hazardous voltage levels on the line/test leads.
The tab allows you to configure values for the buzzer
settings. However, due to the risk of electrical shocks,
the MaxTester detects high voltages on any pair ofleads without user intervention.
Buzzer Threshold Voltage allows you to
configure the hazardous voltage level from 70 to
150 volts.



Hush Time allows you to configure the hushtimeout from 1 to 15 minutes.



Hush Buzzer button mutes the sounding buzzer.

Note: Upon raising the hazardous voltage flag, the MaxTester opens the relays
and you will have to press Start/Stop on the keypad to re initialize the unit.
In case the voltage is still too high, the MaxTester will open the relays once
again preventing any damage to the equipment. If not, the test will start
normally.
To set the buzzer settings:
1. Use the up/down arrow keys to select the desired parameter.
2. Presson an entry to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use
the navigation keys to scroll through.
3. Press

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Test Lead Compensation

Test Lead Compensation
Test Lead Compensation should be performed whencopper test accuracy is in question, since test leadcharacteristics have some impact on copper test
results (mainly resistance, capacitance, and TDR
tests). Test lead characteristics vary with respect tocable temperature. Refer to Cable Connections on
page 8 on how to connect the leads before starting
compensation.
The Test Lead Compensation routine also performs
resistance and capacitance compensation. The page
displays the Pass/Fail status of the last compensation
done.
Note: Always perform a test lead compensation if the test leads have recently
been removed or replaced.
Date and Time identifies when the last compensation was done orapplication installation time.

Start Compensation button allows you to start the Test Lead
Compensation by overwriting the current test lead characteristics.

To perform a test lead compensation:
1. Connect the cables to the unit, leave all test leads open, and press
to start compensation.
2. Follow the on-screen dialogue boxes for next steps.

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FED Control

FED Control
FED Control is an option enabled feature that tells the test set to detectand control the Teletech TS125 or Viavi UFED IIB Remote FED (far end
device) during testing. Pair Detective, Auto Test, and many manual tests
will automatically detect and control the FED when this option is enabled,saving you multiple trips to the far end after it is initially placed on the line.
The FED should always be connected to ground as well as the P.U.T. (pairunder test).
By connecting the T-R-G/A-B-E of a customer’s pair (CPE) to the customer
side of the FED (blue labeled connectors; the red labeled connectors areconnected to CO/Exchange side of the pair for pass-through mode),
control signals are sent to the FED by the MaxTester in order to open/short(or pass through to the CO/Exchange) the T-R-G/A-B-E connections.
Connect T-R-G/A-B-E as follows for each FED state:
1. For Pass Through/Exchange Connect, connect the T-R/A-B wires tothe blue-labeled Pair1-Cu connectors on the FED (customer side), andthe network side T-R/A-B to the red-labeled Pair1 Ex-CO connectors
towards the CO/Exchange.

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2. For Open, connect the T-R/A-B and ground wires to the customer sideof the FED (blue labeled connectors).

3. For T-R-G/A-B-E Shorted, connect the T-R-G/A-B-E to the customer
connectors (blue-labeled Pair1- Cu) and the ground lead to the
network ground.

Note: P.U.T., in the above diagrams, refers to the Pair Under Test.
Remote is the FED, and Controller is the MaxTester.

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The FED Control tab displays the following
parameters:

FED sets the default FED States to be Disabled,
Auto (automatic), or Manual for the following
tests. When Disabled/Auto, the states are savedin the profile.
Multimeter



Noise



Frequency



Other

When FED is Auto or Manual and you start a test, the MaxTester will
warn you if the FED battery level is low. Select OK to close the message
and run the test. Also, if the FED is not present or not responding, aConfirmation dialogue box will be displayed asking if you want todisable FED and run the test anyway.


FED Type is enabled when FED is set to Auto or Manual. If Auto isselected, you can choose between TS125 or UFED IIB.
When UFED support is enabled:the Isolation test voltage source will automatically be limited to
125 V, Return Loss test termination to 120 Ω, and VF/WB Impulse
Noise tests duration to 15 min only.



MMT (maximum measurement time) is determined for every test.
For tests which run in Continuous mode, the MMT is set to 20 sallowing you to observe continuous results in numerical orgraphical format. At the end of the MMT, the continuous test is
terminated. However, due to UFED limitation, the Continuous
Isolation resistance test will act the same as the test in Snapshot
mode and terminate after the Soak Time period expires.

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FED Control

If Manual is selected, the FED Type is set to TS125
by default. When FED is Manual, you can set the
FED to a desired state independently from the one
defined currently in the FED setup for a particulartest. This state will be kept indefinitely until you
set the FED to another one, change the mode toAuto, or disable the FED. The Manual state of the
FED Control is not saved in the profile and is only
kept for the time of the current session. If you
leave the copper application, at next startup FED
will be set to the value saved in the profile:
Disabled or Auto.


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Manual Setup includes 5 options:Open 0

T-R/A-B Shorted 1



T-R-G/A-B-E Shorted 2Pass Through/Exchange Connect 3 (default)

ID Tone 4

Set FED button activates the state defined in the Manual Setup
control.



Test Status displays a communication with FED status message.



FED Factory Default button allows you to restore the factory defaults
for the following:Single Test defaults sets the default FED state values for all theindividual tests, except Auto Test.

User Auto Test defaults sets the default FED state values for Auto
Test.



All these options sets the default FED state values for all tests.

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FED States are displayed in the Current Test line as a numeral on theright-hand side of the FED icon, for example. Numerals match thefollowing states:

0 = Open

1 = T-R/A-B Shorted

2 = T-R-G/A-B-E Shorted

3 = Pass Through/Exchange Connect

4 = ID Tone

5 = Terminated (100 Ω, 120 Ω, 135 Ω, 600 Ω)

Note: A line termination of 150 Ω is not supported by the FED.


6 = Crosstalk NEXT



7 = Transmit



8 = None

Note: For all FED States other than Pass Through/Exchange Connect, theDialer tab is disabled. If the dialer is already running before the test starts,
the dialer will be stopped on entry of the test with a message saying Dialer
cannot be used, hence dialer will be stopped. - similar to FaultMapper
test.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
4. Press

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Multimeter
The Multimeter tab lists the default FED States set for
all multimeter tests, and allows you to set the values
for the following:

VoltageCurrentResistanceTo select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Noise
The Noise tab allows you to set the FED States for allnoise tests, and lists the default value for NEXT test.
The Terminated FED state appends the required
resistance value. For example, if you selectTerminated (600 Ω) 5, the Termination Resistancewill be 600 ohms.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and selectthe options.

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OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Frequency
The Frequency tab lists the default FED States set forfrequency tests and allows you to set the values for thefollowing:

VF/AC Balance

WB Balance

Return Loss

Default values are displayed for WB Attenuation, RX
Tone with FED, and Load Coils.
The Terminated FED state appends the required
resistance value. For example, if you selectTerminated (600 Ω) 5, the Termination Resistance will be 600 ohms.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
4. Press

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Other
The Other tab displays the default FED States set for
all other tests. The FED States are listed for thefollowing tests:


xTalk TDRRFL Single/Separate Good Pair/K-TestPair Detective

You can set the default values for the following:Auto/Manual TDR

FaultMapper

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
4. Press94

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Saving Results

Saving Results
Save Result
You can save a snapshot of test results into a result file during or after a test
performed with the MAX-610. Each copper test includes a Save Result tab
to do so. The tab allows you to save your test results to an internal memory
file or export results to an HTML, MHTML, or XML report using a USB key.
Alternately, when a test is completed or stopped andyou press, Confirm Save dialogue box pops up.
Selecting Save displays the Save Result screen where
the following information can be entered:

Identification Fields
User Name/User ID display the values set up
in the Application Settings/Identification
tab. You can edit this field using the editor
screen.

Contractor Name allows you to enter thename of a contractor used to perform thetests.



Test From/To display the values set up in the Application
Settings/Identification tab. You can edit this field using the
choices from the list box.

Job ID allows you to create/edit a unique identifier for the task.

Customer Name is the name of the customer for which the test
was run.



Circuit ID allows you to create/edit a unique identifier for thecircuit under test.



Comments allows you to add any relevant information.

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Saving ResultsSave ResultSelect Result File button displays a list of existing file names
where you can save your results.

Result File Storage Location gives you the option of storing results
either in the MaxTester internal memory or USB device. The
default selection comes from Application Settings/General tab.



Result File Name allows you to preview and edit the result file
name. The proposed file name is based on current auto-naming
parameters configured in Setup/Application Settings/File Name.



Save button confirms if the Result File Name is saved successfully.

Export ReportReport File Storage Location is dependent on whether Export to
EXFO Connect Client is enabled or not, in System
Settings\Upload Setup. If enabled, you can select either USB or
EXFO Connect Client as your test report storage location. If
disabled, USB is automatically selected.

Report Format is HTML, MHTML, or XML.
You can generate and export HTML, MHTML, or XML reports fromany saved test result.

Note: If EXFO Connect Client is selected, the available selections for Report
Format are only MHTML and XML.
Reports include:
General Information including Pass/Fail status.
Identification
Profile/Result Summary
Blank entries for your Signature and the Date.

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Saving ResultsReport File Name allows you to preview and edit the result file
name. The proposed file name is based on current auto-naming
parameters configured in Setup/Application Settings/File Name.



Export button confirms if the Report File Name is saved
successfully. If a USB device is not inserted, the following warning
dialogue box appears: USB device not present.

To set parameter values and save results:
1. Press the left/right and up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Pressto display the list or select the value.

3. Press the up/down arrow key to highlight the desired value.
OR
4. Press the left arrow key to erase the existing value, and then use thealphanumeric keypad to enter a value. To cancel the entry, press.
5. Pressto accept the value.

Select Result File
Select Result File page displays a list of existing filenames where you can save your results.
To save your results to an existing File Name:
1. Use the up/down navigation keys to highlight thedesired File Name.
2. Press

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Reading Saved Copper Test
Results
Result Manager
You can view, Upload, Export, and Delete any of yoursaved results with the MaxTester Copper Test Set, by
highlighting the Result Manager icon from the
Copper Main pane and pressing.

Results Summary
The Results Summary page allows you to select a
File Name and view the results of files previously
saved. The page lists all saved result files by test date
and time. The format of Test Date Time is per theselection in System Settings. Result files can beloaded from either the MT internal memory or a USB.
To open previously saved test results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight thedesired Storage Location.
OR
2. Pressto display the list and select the value.

3. Press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
open the list.

to4. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the test results file.
5. Press

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Result Manager Menu
The Result Manager menu allows you to view saved
test results with the following details:


Summary displays general information andparameters of the test.



Result Details displays measured results for eachlead combination and cable parameters of the
test.



Profile Details displays the thresholds and setup
parameters of the test.



Phone Book displays the phone entry dialed
during the test.



FED Details displays the FED (far end device) State for the test.

The File Name of the selected saved results file is continually displayed at
the top of the page.
To navigate the results menu:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select an
icon.
2. Press100

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Summary
The results Summary page displays pass/fail status,
general and identification information, along withcomments, for the test.


General Information displays read-only
information pertaining to the test result.



Test Lead Compensation displays read-only Dateand Time and Pass/Fail Status of thecompensated resistance and capacitance basedon the cable temperature of the test lead.



Editable Identification Fields display values
from the loaded file. You can edit all fields using
the editor screen or by selecting an entry from the list box.
User Name/ID

Contractor NameTest From/ToJob ID

Customer NameCircuit IDComments

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Result Manager MenuFunction keys:
Save keeps any current changes with the current file name.



Save As saves the current changes under a different file name thatyou can configure in the editor screen.

Don’t Save does not save any changes and closes the page.



Report allows you to load a result file to a USB device, update theID fields, and generate a report in HTML, MHTML, or XML format. If
Export to EXFO Connect Client is enabled in System
Settings\Upload Setup you are given the choice to load a result
file to either USB or EXFO Connect Client. If you select EXFO
Connect Client, reports are generated in either MHTML or XML.



Upload (in User Auto Test only) allows you to transfer an Auto
Test result file to an FTP site or USB device via the presently
selected method (Wi-Fi or Ethernet).

To view and edit the test result information:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight and view the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson an editable value to open the list box of options or thealphanumeric editor screen. Use the navigation keys to scroll throughand select.
4. Press102

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Result Details
The Results Details page allows you to view
measured results for each lead combination andcable parameters of the selected test.

Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only test
thresholds and/or parameters information about the
setup of the selected test, and may contain thefollowing entries:Profile Name (only displayed in Results
Manager) is the file name of the selected saved
results.



Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Multimeter.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample Current.

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Phone Book
The Phone Book page summarizes the Phone Book
details when loading a results file.
It contains information about group entries such asgroup ID, name, phone numbers, and tags.
If the dialer was not used during the test, the Phone
Book icon will not appear as part of the Read Result
menu page.

FED Details
The FED Details page displays the default FED state
Value set for the test(s).

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UploadUploadThe Upload page allows you to upload the saved
results of User Auto tests only to an FTP site, or a USB
memory stick. Select a File Name or All files
previously saved. Files are uploaded via the selected
method (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) as shown by thecorresponding icon in the top right-hand corner of thenavigation bar.


Upload Location is FTP, or USB.



Select Files is either None which removes allcheck marks allowing you to select one or morefiles, or All.



Uploaded status column displays a successful, failed, or no upload foreach file.



Upload button transfers the selected files to the designated location.

Delete button removes selected XML files from the internal memory.

To upload previously saved User Auto Test results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight the desired Upload
Location.
OR
2. Pressto display the list and select the value.

3. Press the down arrow key and select either None or All files.
4. If None, press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
to open the list.
5. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the desired files.
6. Pressto come out of the list.

7. Press the down arrow key to highlight either Upload or Delete andpress.

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ExportExportIf you have saved a number of test results in the test
set, you can export them (convert to another fileformat such as MHTML or XML) all at once to a USB
stick when you have time, or save them to a USB stickanytime on the job. Or you can export reports to EXFO
Connect Client if enabled. The Export page allows
you to select a File Name or All files previously saved
and export the results in a selected Report Format.


Storage Location gives you the option ofexporting your results to either the MT internal
memory or USB device.



Select Files is either None or All. None removes all check marks
allowing you to select one or more files, or All.



Export ReportReport File Storage Location is dependent on whether Export to
EXFO Connect Client is enabled or not, in System
Settings\Upload Setup. If enabled, you can select either USB or
EXFO Connect Client as your test report storage location. If
disabled, USB is automatically selected.

Report Format is HTML, MHTML, or XML.

Note: If EXFO Connect Client is selected, the available selections for Report
Format are only MHTML and XML.
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Export button transfers the selected file(s) to the internal memory
or USB device in the selected report format.

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ExportTo export previously saved test results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight the desired Storage
Location.
OR
2. Pressto display the list and select the value.

3. Press the down arrow key and select either None or All files.
4. If None, press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
to open the list.
5. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the desired files.
6. Pressto come out of the list.

7. Press the down arrow key to highlight the Report Format.
8. Press the left/right arrow keys to select the desired format.
OR
9. Pressto display the list and select the value.

10. Press the down arrow key to press the Export button.

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DeleteDeleteThe Delete page allows you to delete a selected File
Name or All selected result files previously saved in
the MT internal memory only.


Storage Location is the MT internal memory.

Select Files is either None or All. None removes
all check marks allowing you to select one ormore files, or All.



Delete button removes the selected files.

To delete previously saved test results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys
None or All files.

to select either

2. If None, press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
to open the list.
3. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the desired files.
4. Pressto come out of the list.

5. Press the down arrow key to press the Delete button.
6. Press Delete to confirm your selection or Cancel to abort theoperation.

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Multimeter Tests
The purpose of the Multimeter tests function is to detect AC/DC voltages
and currents, measure resistance and capacitance in a loop, and stress test
the loop.
To access Multimeter tests:
From the Copper Main pane, highlight Multimeter and press
the Multimeter menu.

to openMultimeter Main Page
Multimeter tests allow you to do the following:make basic electrical safety checks (AC volts)

check for crossed or coupled battery voltages

assess basic loop continuity

balance loop quality with resistance measurementsmeasure total electrical length with capacitance

measure the ground path resistance with the station ground test

run a stress test.

Pair Detective runs many of these tests automatically and is arecommended starting test to assess loop quality and identify common
faults.
To access Pair Detective from Multimeter tests:
1. Pressto return to the Copper Main menu.

2. Highlight Pair Detective and press

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Multimeter Main Page

The Multimeter menu allows you to select and run
the displayed tests:


VoltageCurrentResistanceResistive Balance

IsolationCapacitance/Opens

Station GroundStressed Balance

Dialer (if FED or UFED enabled; see Dialer Function on page 63 fordetails.)

To start/stop a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select thedesired test icon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

3. The test will start automatically if the Setup/Application Settings - Test
Startup Mode is set to Auto. If not, press Start/Stop on the keypad.

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Voltage

Voltage
The Voltage test detects AC RMS and DC voltages in the line and allows you
to measure AC/DC voltages and Frequency on A/B/E or T/R/G dependingon the selected Standard in Setup/Application Settings. Voltage tests are
not meant, nor is the test set rated, to measure electrical power circuits.

Continuous DC Page
With voltage measurements, you can detect crossed battery, other foreign
unwanted voltages, and even see intermittent breaks or contact if thevoltages fluctuate. Most plant operators allow 3 or 4 volts of DC and/or AC
signal on working loops, although for higher speed broadband circuits(ADSL2+ or VDSL2), even a few volts indicate a small fault and some
imbalance which may affect the data rate. You would need to run balance
tests such as Stressed Balance, VF/AC Balance, and/or short the far end
and run Resistive Balance to isolate small faults.
Larger foreign/unwanted voltages are a real problem because they indicate
a contact fault and add unwanted noise affecting other signals (including
affecting test set signals). 48 to 52 volts would indicate working POTS. If
you have not already done so, press
and select Pair Detective to
identify metallic faults or even wetness.
The Voltage test defaults to the Continuous DC pagefrom the Multimeter menu. This function measures
each pair, displaying and updating results in real time,
until you stop the test. The last valid results thenremain displayed. If the DC value is fluctuating, it
could indicate the presence of moisture in a fault or
possibly a moving or swinging metallic fault, causing
intermittent breaks in the DC (such as POTS battery).
To view all lead combinations right away:
Press the Snapshot function key.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are runsynchronously. Press Start/Stop on the keypad to run the test.
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VoltageCurrent Group is the current test group name, for example
Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured. Here you can switch toanother test from the given list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.

Termination Resistance defines how much resistance the tester uses
to connect to the line and measure voltages.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theDC voltage thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status and volts for eachcontinuous DC pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Voltage Thresholds
The AC/DC Voltage Threshold Settings page allows
you to set the Threshold Voltage for each pair. The
threshold is a programmable value you can use as an
on-screen indicator in each test when a measured
value is too high or too low.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the voltage threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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VoltageContinuous AC Page
The Continuous AC function measures each pair,displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. The Voltage test defaults to theContinuous DC page from the Multimeter menu.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are runsynchronously. Press Start/Stop on the keypad to run
the test.

114Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given list. However, thisaction will terminate the ongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.

Termination Resistance defines how much resistance the tester uses
to connect to the line and measure voltages.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theAC voltage thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, volts and frequency(Hz) values for each continuous AC pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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Voltage

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Voltage

Snapshot
The voltage Snapshot tab shows measured volts for each lead
combination.
The parameters are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or asingle wire pair for measurement.

Termination Resistance defines how much
resistance the tester uses to connect to the line
and measure voltages. The default value of 100 kΩ is widely used in theindustry.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
AC/DC voltage thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, volts andfrequency (Hz) values for each continuous AC/DC pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Current

Current
The Current test allows you to measure the AC/DC currents and frequency
in the loop. DSL service does not directly use this measurement.

Snapshot
The current Snapshot shows measured AC/DC resultsfor each lead combination. DC current is traditionallymeasured for POTS/voice with a minimum of 23 mA,
but less DC current can indicate line faults or too
much loss. The Current test defaults to theContinuous DC page from the Multimeter menu.
The parameters are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate the ongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 430 Ω that defines how
much resistance the tester uses to connect to the line.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
AC/DC current thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, DC current,
AC current and frequency (Hz) results for each selected wire pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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Current

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Current Thresholds
The AC/DC Current Threshold Settings page allows
you to set the Current threshold for each pair. The
threshold is a programmable value you can use as an
on-screen indicator in each test when a measured
value is too high or too low.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
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Current

Continuous AC Page
The Continuous AC function measures each pair,displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. The Current test defaults to theContinuous DC page from the Multimeter menu.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are runsynchronously. Press Start/Stop on the keypad to run
the test.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given list. However, thisaction will terminate the ongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 430 Ω that defines how
much resistance the tester uses to connect to the line.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theAC current thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, AC current andfrequency (Hz) results for each selected wire pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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Current

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Continuous DC Page
The Continuous DC function measures each pair,displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. Significant fluctuations while this test is
running can indicate intermittent swinging, contact or
wet faults.
To view all lead combinations right away:
Press the Snapshot function key.
Continuous AC and Continuous DC are runsynchronously. Press Start/Stop on the keypad to run
the test.

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Current Group is the current test group name, for example
Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured. Here you can switch toanother test from the given list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 430 Ω that defines how
much resistance the tester uses to connect to the line.

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Current

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theDC current thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status and DC current resultsfor each selected wire pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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ResistanceResistance
The Resistance test, also known as shorts, allows you to measure theresistance values in ohms, of the wire pair under test. Use this test to
identify shorts and grounds when the far end is open, comparing the ohms
reading of each lead combination. You want high-ohm values between theleads when measuring to an open, the higher the better. But if a reading isvery low, such as 200 kΩ T-G/A-E, we know there is a ground fault present.
It is also valuable to apply a short across T/A-R/B at the far end, and thenmeasure the round trip loop resistance, in which case you will see that low
values with the far-end short are applied ( 2500 Ω, depending on loop
length and condition). It is even more valuable to run the resistancebalance test when the far end is shorted above, as the test will calculate
the resistance in ohms of each side/leg of the pair, so you may see thedifference, in effect the balance. Significant differences indicate one-sided
faults or series resistance and/or high resistive partial opens. Typical values
for POTS circuits are 1 to 3.5 MΩ across each lead combination, whereas
pairs for broadband DSL should be at least 5 MΩ; and for higher speed
broadband circuits, > 20 MΩ is recommended.
Resistance values are valuable when the far end is shorted and grounded(all leads). We can get an accurate ohms value for each lead/leg
independent of the other and compare them (resistance balance), looking
for a different ohms value on one side versus the other, indicating series or
one-sided faults/imbalances sometimes also called partial dirty or highresistive opens. These can be difficult to locate, as they are not clearly aground fault, but RFL would be the primary way to locate a one-sided
series fault. In some cases, a TDR may reflect off of such a fault but thenagain, may not. Try TDR first, but be prepared to try RFL if you really needthis pair in service for a high-speed broadband.
To select either TDR or RFL tests:
1. Pressto return to the Copper Main menu.

2. Highlight TDR or RFL and press

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ResistanceSnapshot
The resistance Snapshot shows measured resistancevalues in ohms and cable lengths for each lead
combination. The parameters are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
When FED is Enabled, the FED icon and numericstate are displayed beside the Current Test.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.



Cable Parameters:

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill, and allows you toselect an entry (with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved whenleaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by default.



Cable Temperature is the temperature in either °F or °C of thecable under test.

Resistance displays the resistance per length constant of the selected
Cable Type. The value is updated when Cable Temperature/Type ischanged.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set
resistance thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Resistance andLength for each selected wire pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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ResistanceTo select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Resistance Thresholds
The Resistance Threshold Settings page allows you
to set the Resistance for each pair. The threshold is a
programmable value you can use as an on-screen
indicator in each test when a measured value is toohigh or too low.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press124

to confirm the value.

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ResistanceContinuous
The Continuous function measures each pair,displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. In Continuous mode, significant changes
or fluctuations in the values can indicate wet faults orintermittent metallic faults (swinging faults), or otherforeign voltages on the pair. (Sometimes groundsignals can influence a pair through a ground fault.)

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
When FED is Enabled, the FED icon and numeric state are displayed
beside the Current Test.
Here you can switch to another test from the given list. However, thisaction will terminate the ongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.



Cable Parameters:

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill, and allows you toselect an entry (with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved whenleaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by default.



Cable Temperature is the temperature in either °F or °C of thecable under test.

Resistance displays the resistance per length value of the selected
Cable Type. The value is updated when Cable Temperature/Typechange.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theresistance thresholds for each pair.

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Resistance

Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Continuous
Resistance and Length for each selected wire pair.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press126

to confirm the value.

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Resistive Balance

Resistive Balance
The Resistive Balance test measures and compares the resistance of eachleg. This test requires you to short Tip and Ring (T-R/A-B) to ground/earth at
the far end (T-R-G/A-B-E short) before proceeding with the test. EXFO's
TS-125 FED (Far End Device) can automatically set the far end condition.

Snapshot
The Resistive Balance test is valuable in understanding the presence ofresistive faults on one side versus the other (series resistance). A 5 %difference in the ohms value between T/A and R/B is common (95 %balance), but for higher speed DSL such as VDSL2, imbalance is morecritical and should be 2-3 % when possible (97-98 % balance). There will
be low-ohm values when measuring resistance with a short at the far end.
For example, on 24 AWG cable at 21 °C (70 °F), you will see 520 Ω for a 3 m(10 ft) cable. If both Tip and Ring have 520 ohms, the pair is balanced
perfectly, but there will normally be some small difference and a muchlarger value on one side; for example, 800 Ω indicates a significant series
fault on that side.
The resistive balance Snapshot shows results for
R/B-Leg, T/A-Leg, Loop resistance, and the pass/failstatus for Resistive Balance in Ω and %. Parameters
are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
When FED is Enabled, the FED icon and numericstate are displayed beside the Current Test.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.

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Resistive Balance

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theresistive balance thresholds.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Resistive Balance Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set theResistive Balance (Ω) Threshold values. The
threshold is a programmable value you can use as an
on-screen indicator in each test when a measured
value is too high or too low.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press128

to confirm the value.

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Resistive Balance

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays theResistance results for each lead combination and thepass/fail status for Resistive Balance in Ω and %.

Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only Resistive
Balance thresholds.
Profile Name is the file name of the selected
saved results.



Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Multimeter.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample Resistive Balance.

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Multimeter Tests
Isolation

Isolation
The Isolation test, also known as a leakage test, is a type of resistance test
run over a period of time to look for high-resistive faults. This test applies
more measuring voltage than standard resistance tests (typically 100 VDC)
over a longer period of time or Soak Time. The purpose is to allow theapplied higher voltage to leak through corrosion or high resistive faults,
revealing the fault by the drop in the measured resistance value. Standard
resistance tests use lower voltages (15 to 45 V) only for a short period oftime.

Snapshot
The Isolation (also known as insulation resistance) test shows how thepair insulation (that is PIC or paper, pulp, etc.) may be lower because oflong-term voltage on the pair under test. (Remember that telecom signals
are full time.) This is especially important for power span pairs carrying
significant voltages over time. Be aware that the continuous application ofa voltage tends to dry up moisture, and some faults may seem todisappear. (You would see the resistance value increase and thus improveas the test progresses; however, the cause of the moisture is not resolved.)
Note: The test should be run with an open circuit at the far end.
The Snapshot page shows measured isolation
resistance values for each lead combination. The
parameters are as follows:130

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.

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Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.



Soak Voltage allows you to apply a voltage value to the pair(s)currently under test. If your unit has the HIVOLT (high voltage) software
option configured, the Soak Voltage parameter values are extended up
to 500 V max.

Note: Since Soak Voltage is inherited in other tests that use the Isolation test, the
HIVOLT software option also applies to the following tests: Pair Detective,
User Auto Test.


Soak Time sets a soak period of time from 1 to 60 seconds.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set
isolation thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Resistance and a
Soak Counter for each selected wire pair. When running the test, thecounter counts to the selected Soak Time by the second, for the wirepair(s) under test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Isolation

Isolation Thresholds
The Isolation Threshold Settings page allows you to
set the Resistance threshold values for each pair. The
threshold is a programmable value you can use as an
on-screen indicator in each test when a measured
value is too high or too low.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the voltage threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press132

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Isolation

Continuous
The Continuous function measures each pair,displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. Remember that the continuous applicationof a higher voltage tends to dry up moisture in faults,
making it seem as if they have disappeared; but only
the moisture is gone and will likely reappear anothertime.
Note: The test should be run with an open circuit at the far
end.
Note: If UFED Control option is enabled, due to its limitation, the Continuousfunction will act the same as the test in Snapshot mode and terminate
after the Soak Time period expires.
Current Group is the current test group name, for example
Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured. Here you can switch toanother test from the given list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Selected Pair allows you to select a single wire pair for measurement.



Soak Voltage allows you to apply a voltage value to the pair(s)currently under test. If your unit has the HIVOLT (high voltage) software
option configured, the Soak Voltage parameter values are extended up
to 500 V maximum.

Note: Since Soak Voltage is inherited in other tests that use the Isolation test, the
HIVOLT software option also applies to the following tests: Pair Detective,
User Auto Test.

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Isolation



Minimal Soak Time sets a soak period of time from 1 to 60 seconds.
When the test duration reaches the Minimal Soak Time, the pass/failstatus is displayed and then periodically refreshed, until you stop the
test.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set
isolation thresholds for each pair.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Resistance and a
Soak Counter for each selected wire pair. While running the test, thecounter displays the soak period by the second, for the wire pair(s)under test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press134

to confirm the value.

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Capacitance/Opens

Capacitance/Opens
The Capacitance/Opens test measures the electrical capacitance of theloop and calculates length. Capacitive balance is also measured when all
pairs are selected.

Snapshot
The Capacitance/Opens test should be run with the far end open, as
electronics and equipment will skew or change the values. DSL splitters
also add some capacitance and change the values, as do some NIDs andfiltered wall plates.
The test gives you a quick indication of the length, to help you see if theloop is too short and has an open. The capacitive balance is key and should
typically be 95 % (5 % imbalance) for POTS/internet, and better for highspeed broadband such as VDSL2. If the opens distance is significantly lessthan indicated on plant maps, then the pair may be open at the distancesuggested. (Of course, if the distance matches the expected length, you areseeing the end.)
Be a bit cautious with capacitance/opens, as wet faults or physical damage
can significantly change the result. Wetness can provide a path to groundor other pairs which are then also included in the capacitance value andnot just the pair under test. Opens can usually be located using a TDR.
To access TDR from Multimeter tests:
1. Pressto return to the Copper Main menu.

2. Highlight TDR and press

to open the TDR menu.

3. Select either Auto TDR or Manual TDR to run the test. Auto TDR willattempt to locate the nearest large event/reflection which may or may
not be the open.
TDR can also be run from Pair Detective.

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Capacitance/Opens

To access Pair Detective from Multimeter tests:
1. Pressto return to the Copper Main menu.

2. Highlight Pair Detective and press

to launch the test.

See TDR on page 247 for more help on using this test.
The Snapshot page shows measured Capacitancevalues and Length for each lead combination. The
parameters are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
When FED is Enabled, the FED icon and numericstate are displayed beside the Current Test.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.

Note: The accuracy of the 2 Terminal Capacitance Measurement is impacted by
the use of the FED, and the 3 Terminal (default) method is recommended
to be used instead.

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

Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.



Cable Parameters:

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill, and allows you toselect an entry (with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved whenleaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by default.



Capacitance T-R/A-B displays the capacitance value from Tip to
Ring in nF/mi or km ranging from 10.0 to 500.0.

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Capacitance/Opens

Capacitance T/R or A/B to GND/E displays the capacitance value
from Tip or Ring to Ground, in nF/mi or km ranging from 10.0
to 500.0.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set thecapacitance balance threshold for the test.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Capacitance andLength for each selected wire pair. Capacitive Balance is shown in %when All Pairs are selected.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation
keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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to confirm the value.

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Capacitance/Opens

Continuous
The Continuous function measures each pair,displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. Significant fluctuations in the capacitanceresults/length could indicate intermittent or wet faults,
or a partial open.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
When FED is Enabled, the FED icon and numericstate are displayed beside the Current Test.
Here you can switch to another test from the given list. However, thisaction will terminate the ongoing measurement test.

Note: The accuracy of the 2 Terminal Capacitance Measurement is impacted by
the use of the FED, and the 3 Terminal (default) method is recommended
to be used instead.

138Selected Pair allows you to select All Pairs or a single wire pair formeasurement.



Cable Parameters:

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill, and allows you toselect an entry (with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved whenleaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by default.



Capacitance T-R/A-B displays the capacitance value from Tip to
Ring in nF/mi or km ranging from 10.0 to 500.0.

Capacitance T/R or A/B to GND/E displays the capacitance value
from Tip or Ring to Ground, in nF/mi or km ranging from 10.0
to 500.0.

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Capacitance/Opens

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set thecapacitance balance threshold for the test.



Result displays a snapshot of the pass/fail status, Capacitance andLength for each selected wire pair. Capacitive Balance is shown in %when All Pairs is selected.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation
keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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to confirm the value.

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Capacitance/Opens

Capacitance/Opens Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Capacitive Balance Threshold parameters for thetest between 0 and 100 %. The threshold is a
programmable value you can use as an on-screen
indicator in each test when a measured value is toohigh or too low. POTS and internet circuits should be
95 %, and higher speed broadband circuits 97 % or
98 % if possible.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press140

to confirm the value.

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Station Ground

Station Ground
The Station Ground test measures and displays the resistance value andpass/fail status of the ground resistance between the MaxTester and the CO(Central Office). A provisioned POTS circuit is required for this test to work
properly.
The test uses Tip (A), Ring (B), and Ground (Earth) leads and measuresisolation resistance between the wires and to ground. Any ground shouldbe  25 Ω for safety reasons, and for high speed broadband (to minimize
noise and interference), the ground value should  5 Ω. If a ground value is> 25 Ω, it may not provide a good path to ground and the current could
injure a person. For values between a few ohms and 25, there may be adifferential with the premises ground potential, and some noise may
couple onto communications circuits.
Depending on where you measure the station ground, check the bonding
lugs on cross-boxes, pedestals, and electronics/remotes, as well as cableand terminal bonds. These all need to be good quality and tight. If you think
the ground rod/plane is inadequate, please consult your support,
management, or procedures.
The Station Ground parameters are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Multimeter testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page thatallows you to set the Ground ResistanceThreshold for the test.

Show hookup diagram on test setup - If Yes, the Confirmation pageis prompted before every Station Ground test is started. Select No tohide the diagram next time you run the test.

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Station Ground

Hookup Diagram button opens a Confirmation
page displaying how to connect your leads at the
beginning of the test. The hookup diagram uses
the following graphic and textual components:
Proceed button closes the hookup diagram
prompt and starts the test.

Cancel button closes the hookup diagram
prompt only.



The Confirmation window is prompted before every Station
Ground test is started if you selected Yes for the Show hookup
diagram. You can select No to hide the diagram next time you run
the test.
However, you can check the connection
diagram at any time by pressing the Hookup
Diagram button. In this case, the test does notstart when you press the Ok button to close
the Confirmation window.



Test Status displays the current state ofmeasurement or an error message.

To select the Station Ground parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Station GroundThreshold Settings
The Test Thresholds page allows you to set thethreshold values for the Ground Resistance. The
threshold is a programmable value you can use as an
on-screen indicator in each test when a measured
value is too high or too low.
Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Result Details
The Result Details read-only page displays theStation Ground results and the pass/fail status.


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Multimeter.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample Station Ground.



Test Modes identifies the manner in which thetest was run, for example Snapshot.

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Stressed BalanceStressed BalanceStressed Balance is an optional test that continuously generates highvoltage (135 VDC) to the cable pair under test while measuring balance.
The high voltage stresses the conductors in order to reveal imbalances that
may otherwise be hidden with the normal VF/AC Balance test.
The test is very similar to the classic stress test well known in North
America. Compared to the VF (longitudinal) Balance test, values for theStressed Balance test are depicted as follows (but check your own
methods and procedures):good  20 dBRNc

marginal = 20 to 30 dBRNc

bad > 30 dBRNc

In general, a pair that stresses  25 dBRNc is well balanced for POTS andADSL internet service. However, higher speed ADSL2+ and VDSL2 circuits
should stress  20. A low stress value (> 20) indicates imbalance on thepair, which can have different causes. Most common causes are grounds
and shorts, but also one-sided series resistance (sometimes also called
high-open, high-resistive fault, or dirty open). Poor or failing spliceconnectors/beanies also case minor imbalances affecting higher speed
DSL circuits.
Watch the stress level, and if you see an increase or jump after a minute or
two or more, the stress has worked through some corrosion and thus
revealed an imbalance. However, if the stress improves and you see alower value after a minute or two, then the stress voltage may have driedup some moisture, thus hiding a wet/damp fault which will appear again
when more moisture works its way back into the fault.
When you have a poor stress value (> 25), the next best step is to isolate
the imbalance by running the Pair Detective test.

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Stressed Balance

To access Pair Detective from Multimeter tests:
1. Pressto return to the Copper Main menu.

2. Highlight Pair Detective and press

to launch the test.

3. Open the far end, and see that faults are identified.
4. Check the Pair Detective TDR to locate identified faults.
If corrosion is identified, it may be difficult to locate with the TDR. To
confirm, run the Resistive Balance test.
To access the Resistive Balance test:
1. Pressto return to the Multimeter menu.

2. Highlight Resistive Balance and press

to launch the test.

It does first require a T-R-G/A-B-Earth short at the far end. This will
confirm if ohms on one side are higher than the other and there is a
one-sided high-resistive fault. If the ohms on the faulted side measure< 20 M ohms, use the RFL Single/Separate Good Pair method(depending on available spare pairs) to try to locate the corrosion. See
RFL on page 273 for more help on using this test.
The Stressed Balance parameters are as follows:Current Group is the current test group name,for example Multimeter.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Multimeter testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.



Noise Filter is a fixed value set to C-message.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of600 Ω.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page thatallows you to set the Stressed Balance Threshold for the test.

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Stressed Balance

Result displays the measurement value for Stressed Balance andpass/fail status dependent on the Good/Marginal Balance thresholdsettings.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the Stressed Balance parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set theGood/Marginal Balance threshold values for theStressed Balance test. The threshold is a
programmable value you can use as an on-screen
indicator in each test when a measured value is toohigh or too low.
Type is the threshold limit and is fixed to
Maximum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

Note: Disabling Good Balance will also disable theMarginal Balance threshold, even if you Enabled it.

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Stressed Balance

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Result Details
The Result Details read-only page displays theStressed Balance results and the pass/fail status.
Good values are lower () compared to the VF(longitudinal) Balance test ( 60).


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Multimeter.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample Stressed Balance.



Test Modes identifies the manner in which thetest was run, for example Continuous.

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SmartR™ Features
SmartR features, consisting of Pair Detective and FaultMapper, are a lineof intelligent tests that go beyond plain results to also identify and locate
faults automatically. They allow you to quickly determine the condition of
the line under test with color-coded, plain language results, as well as
identify and locate a variety of common circuit faults on a simple, graphicalresult screen.

Pair Detective
The Pair Detective test is a quick, one-minute pair quality assessment andsequence of tests that does more than just give numbers. It correlates
results using plain language and color codes to identify common metallic
faults and imbalances such as shorts and grounds. Pair Detective includes
high voltage isolation/leakage tests and Auto TDR to quickly locate
identified faults. It also includes two unique tests, corrosion and wet
detect, found nowhere else in the test set. In one minute, you have a great
picture of pair quality and it is easy to stop the test, move to a new pair, andrun the test again when looking for spare pairs. Before proceeding with thistest, ensure the line is inactive and open at far end.
At the start of any test, the unit checks for the presence of dangerous
voltage and an active circuit. If dangerous voltage is detected, a dialog box
is displayed to inform you and the test will stop. If an active circuit isdetected, a dialog box is displayed to ask you whether or not to proceedwith the test.

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Summary
The Summary page displays a summary of the pass/fail status,
DC-Voltage/Current and Isolation for each selected inactive wire pair, as
well as other detailed results of the Pair Detective test. Plain language
results are displayed as the test progresses, with color coding to draw
attention to faults. You may view raw results by selecting the Multimetertab at the bottom of the screen.
TDR is also automatically started in auto-mode, to locate the nearest
significant event/reflection; it remains on and ready for your usage upon
test completion (select the TDR tab to use).
Pair Detective runs two unique tests found nowhere else in the MaxTester:Corrosion and Wet detect. Corrosion detect identifies the presence of
one-sided corrosion or series resistance (such as a high resistive or partial,
dirty open), while Wet detect tells you if a fault (faulted splice joint or
module, for example) is damp. (Pair Detective cannot identify flooded
cable sections; use TDR for this problem.)Pair Detective can find or indicate the following faults/conditions:

Device Detection results for the following providers, set up in the
Application Settings\Standard\NTD Provider. Possible results include
No Device Detected, Short, and Unknown Device. Results specific toeach parameter include:

None
Phone On/Off Hook

FranceFT ITDFT ITD and Phone On/Off Hook
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DT PPADT PPA inverted
DT PA and SD
DT PPA inverted and SD
Phone Off Hook



Italy
TI User Jack with Capacitor (C)TI User Jack with C and Phone On/Off Hook
Phone On/Off Hook

Slovakia
DT PPADT PPA inverted
DT PPA and Phone On HookDT PPA inverted and Phone On Hook
Phone On/Off Hook

Battery

Shorts/hard short

Grounds/high resistive groundOpens/possible high resistive openImbalanced pair

Corrosion (one sided series resistance)

Wet detected (but not flooded section)

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Isolation results also display a five-level indicator of the measured
isolation/leakage resistance.
The Summary page allows you to set the following
parameters:

Isolation Soak Time sets a soak period of timefrom 1 to 60 seconds for the Isolation test. Default
is 5 s. If your unit has the HIVOLT (high voltage)
software option configured, the Soak Voltage
parameter values are extended up to 500 V
maximum. Default is inherited from Multimeter
Isolation test.

Note: The application of higher voltage over time tends to
dry-up moisture. Some faults may appear to disappear
after a soak period, but only the moisture has disappeared. The fault
remains and moisture will likely return at a later time. Therefore, do notextend the soak time unless testing insulation resistivity (PIC, paper, etc.).


Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the Cable
Parameters for the test.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set thethreshold parameters. They control when Pair Detective identifies afault, such as 4 VDC for a battery fault. You can also modify when Pair
Detective identifies a high-resistive versus normal fault by changing thethreshold parameters.

Note: Individual test parameters can be modified by accessing their respective
test pages.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR

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3. Presson a value to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use
the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Pair Detective Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set Cable
Parameters for the Pair Detective test.
Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill,and allows you to select an entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable
Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved
when leaving the test. The current Cable Book
entry is shown by default. These cable parameters
affect distance calculations of
Capacitance/Opens and Resistancemeasurements, and the TDR cursor distanceindication.



Cable Gauge identifies the gauge system for measuring wire sizes in
AWG (American Wire Gauge) units or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the cable is filled with:
Aircore, Jelly,Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR. Setup in the Cable Book. This value
affects Capacitance/Opens distance calculations.



Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity of propagation
for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light. Setup in the Cable Book.
This value changes the distance shown at the cursor.

Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable
under test in either °F or °C. Temperature primarily affects Resistancemeasurements.

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To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Pair Detective Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the threshold parameters
for the tests below. Modifying these values will change what color is used
on a result and when a fault is identified, such as a short at 3.5 M ohms.

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

Foreign DC Voltage sets the maximum foreign DC
voltage value. Default is 4 V which is fine for POTS
and internet circuits; consider a lower value forhigh-a speed DSL such as VDSL2.

POTS DC Voltage sets the minimum working
POTS DC voltage value.

POTS DC Current sets the minimum working
POTS DC current value.

Capacitive Balance sets the minimum capacitivebalance threshold as a percentage.

Good VF/AC Balance sets the good VF/AC balance threshold.

Marginal VF/ACBalance sets the marginal VF/AC balance threshold.

Isolation sets the isolation resistance threshold.

Type is a read-only field displaying the threshold limit: either Minimumor Maximum.

Enabled is a read-only field and always Yes for all thresholds.

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To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Presson a value to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use
the navigation keys to scroll through.
3. Pressto select each value and use the function keys to complete
your selection.
4. Pressto confirm and close your selections.

Multimeter
The Multimeter page displays the raw values used byPair Detective to identify a fault on the summary
screen. Read-only results and the P/F (pass/fail) status
are shown for the following tests:


DC Voltage displays the volts for each DC Pair.



DC Current displays the DC current results for
T-R/A-B wire Pair.



Capacitance/Opens displays Capacitance andLength for each wire Pair as well as Capacitive
Balance among All Pairs in %.

Isolation displays Resistance and a Soak Counter for each wire Pair.

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TDR
TDR is included to help locate faults identified on the summary screen,
and runs every time Pair Detective runs. It remains running for you andallows you to control and edit the TDR test. It runs continuously after the
one-minute test cycle is completed using the setup parameters from theinitial cycle of the Pair Detective test. After saving the results, the Pair
Detective results will contain the Estimated Length value as found for the
initial cycle of the Pair Detective test. But you may continue to use the TDR
test to further locate faults on the line.
The TDR test displays the line trace and iscontinuously on and ready to use. It displays andupdates results in real time, in either Portrait orLandscape Mode (recommended), until you stop thetest. The last valid results then remain displayed.
Current Test displays the test being measured.



Range allows you to set the range from the given
list.



Gain allows you select the gain test parameterfrom the given list.

The previous 2 parameters have 2 modes of operation:


Auto is the default mode upon loading the test page. TDR
automatically optimizes the test parameters and scans each band
individually looking for one Largest Event in each band (if any).
Range and Gain are updated to reflect optimized TDR settings.
Once results are displayed, TDR switches to manual mode. The
test keeps running until you press Start/Stop.



Manual mode allows you set the test parameters to be used as
inputs for the TDR measurements.

Note: If either of the above 2 test parameters are set to Auto, respective
parameter values will be updated by TDR test.

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Pulse Width is a non-editable value that is updated dependent onwhether the parameters are set to Auto or manual. The test set
automatically adjusts pulse width based on the range selected.
(A manual control TDR is available in the TDR sub-menu from the
Copper Main menu).



VOP allows you to change the velocity of propagation value for thecable as a ratio of the speed of light.



Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the Cable
Parameters for the Current Test.

Note: For more options and control, exit the Pair Detective test and select TDRfrom the Copper Main menu.


Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor/Marker allows you to select the cursor (blue) or marker(red) independently by toggling the function key. The footer
updates to reflect either Move cursor or Move marker. Press theleft/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor/marker. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor/marker. Press
to recall the cursor/marker
and place it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

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Pair DetectivePan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theContinuous page.

Result displays the distance to the most significant reflection, in text
and graphical measurements. The distance (Delta) value between
cursor and marker is also displayed in the top-right corner of the graph.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values in Portrait Mode:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Landscape Mode is the best way to use the TDR and allows you toview the test results in landscape mode utilizing the full length of thehigh resolution, color screen. Whether the keyboard is on the right orleft is dependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings
configured in Setup/Application Settings/General.
Landscape Mode generates the following function keys:

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Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.



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Pair DetectiveParameters displays a small strip window listing the following
values: Range and Gain, and Pulse Width. They can be edited or
viewed as described in Portrait Mode (above).



Cable Setup displays a small strip window when selected allowing
you to change the Cable Type and Cable Temperature. You canalso view the Cable Gauge and Cable Fill entries which weresetup in Cable Book, and Velocity of Propagation. For more
information, see Pair Detective Cable Setup on page 153.

To select the parameter values in Landscape Mode:
1. Press the desired function key.
2. For Parameters and Cable Setup, press the up/down arrow keys tohighlight the desired parameter.
3. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

TDR Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page is the same as previously
described. Please see Pair Detective Cable Setup
on page 153 for more information.

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Pair Detective Result Details

Pair Detective Result Details
Summary
The read-only Summary page displays the cableparameters and detailed results saved fromrunning the Pair Detective test.

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

Test Identification is the test type of thegroup, for example Pair Detective.



Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name andFill, (with its associated parameters) from thecurrent Cable Book, used for testing.



Cable Fill is the type of material the cable isfilled with: Aircore, Jelly,Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.

Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of
propagation for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light.



Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either°F or °C.

Result displays a Summary of the overall pass/fail status,
DC-Voltage/Current and Isolation for each selected wire pair, as wellas other detailed results of the Pair Detective test.
Isolation results also display a five-level indicator of the measured
resistance, when it is below the Hard Short resistance threshold(on the Thresholds Settings page).

Estimated Length displays the length of the circuit as found fromthe TDR test for the first cycle of the Pair Detective test.

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Multimeter
The read-only Multimeter page displays detailed
results saved from running the Pair Detective test.
Please refer to Multimeter on page 155 for more
information.

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FaultMapper

FaultMapper
The FaultMapper is a graphical snapshot of the pair to locate and identify
line faults. It combines and analyzes the results of several different tests
including capacitance, resistance, TDR, and RFL, to draw a diagram of thepair depicting common faults. FaultMapper does not find all faults but
rather many common faults, and can identify more than one at a time. This
test is useful in locating bridged taps, shorts, grounds, and opens but only
one bridged tap at a time. (To look for more bridged taps, clear the firstbridged tap and run the test again). The TDR function key is available foryour reference, although FaultMapper is not solely a TDR and performs
some signal analysis.
FaultMapper can identify and/or locate the following:

Shorts

Grounds (strap required to determine distance)



Opens



Detect load coils



Bridged tap

The FaultMapper page displays the following parameters:Current Test displays the test being measured.



Far End Strap allows you to select option Yes or
No for use of a strap.
A strap, while not required, enables FaultMapper
to calculate distance to a ground/earth fault. The
test will use some RFL routines here, and you do
not have to exit to run RFL. (RFLis located on the
Copper Main menu.)



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Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows
you to set the Cable Parameters for the Current
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

Result displays the cable faults in text and graphical format.

Note: When running FaultMapper with a strap at the far end of the pair, and there
is a T-G/A-E fault, the strap may also cause FaultMapper to display a
R-G/B-E short. In such cases, the resistance shown is the resistance thatwould be measured using a multimeter.
Estimated Length displays the cable length when the cable is open.

Note: The cable length may include the Bridge Tap length: remove the Bridge Tap
for better accuracy.


Fault Status displays the number of faults detected (or No fault
detected) after running the test. The status Open detected is reported
in the following case:No strap.

The pair is open.

No faults (other than the pair being open).

Open and the distance to Open is displayed and represented using X in
the graph.


Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set the Cable
Type, Cable Length, and Cable Temperature for the
FaultMapper test. All other Cable Parameters are read
only and correspond to the current cable book entry
as selected in Setup/Cable Book/Cable Details page.
These cable parameters affect distance calculations of
Capacitance/Opens and Resistance measurements,
and the TDR cursor distance indication.

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

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill,and allows you to select an entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable
Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved
when leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by
default.



Cable Gauge identifies the gauge system for measuring wire sizes, in
AWG (American Wire Gauge) units or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the cable is filled with:
Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.

Capacitance T-R/A-B read-only entry is a value for the capacitance perlength constant used to calculate distance to opens.

Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E read-only entry is a value for thecapacitance per length to ground constant.



Attenuation @ 300 kHz read-only entry is a value in dB for the
reduction in signal strength or insertion loss of the cable at a frequencyof 300 kHz. (This frequency has been widely used as a loss
measurement for ADSL, but not validated for ADSL2+ nor VDSL2.)



Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity of propagation
for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light. This value is used toconvert the timed TDR pulses into a distance for the cursor position.

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Resistance read-only entry is a value for the resistance constant of thecable.



Cable Length allows you to set the length of the cable for moreaccurate results.

Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable
under test in either °F or °C.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

TDR
The FaultMapper TDR function provides a shortcut tothe TDR test. A dialogue box opens, warning that you
are about to leave the FaultMapper test. TDR results
captured while running FaultMapper will be available
upon loading TDR. Please go to TDR on page 247 for
information on this test.

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FaultMapper Result Details
The Result Details read-only page displays the test
results in text and graphical format.


Test Identification is the name of the test, forexample FaultMapper.

Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying
the cable parameters of the test. Use the left/rightarrows to select the button and press
to openthe page.

Result displays the cable fault details.

Note: When running FaultMapper with a strap at the far endof the pair, and there is a T-G/A-E fault, the strap may also cause
FaultMapper to display a R-G/B-E short. In such cases, the resistance shownis the resistance that would be measured using a multimeter.

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

Estimated Length displays the cable length when the cable is open.



Fault Status displays the number of faults detected (or No fault
detected) after running the test.

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Result Details Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page in the Result Details allows
you to view the Cable Parameters set for the
FaultMapper test.
Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill,(with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, used for testing.



Cable Gauge identifies the gauge system formeasuring wire sizes, in AWG (American Wire
Gauge) units or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.

Capacitance T-R/A-B is the value for the capacitance per length
constant.

Capacitance T/R to GND/A/B to E is the value for the capacitance perlength to ground constant.



Attenuation @ 300 kHz is the value for the reduction in signal strength
or insertion loss of the cable.



Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation for the cable asa ratio of the speed of light.

Resistance is the value for the resistance constant of the cable.



Cable Length is the length of the cable set to provide more accurate
results.



Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either°F or °C.

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FaultMapper Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only
FaultMapper Test Parameters.

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Profile Name is the file name of the selected
saved results.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample FaultMapper.

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The purpose of the noise tests is to perform VF (voicefrequency)/WB (wideband) noise and levelmeasurements.
Note: The 30 MHz Wideband Testing software option isrequired for the WB tests to be available.
To access noise tests:
From the Copper Main pane, highlight Noise Tests
and press
to open the menu.

Noise Tests Main Page
The Noise Tests menu allows you to select and run
the displayed tests:

VF NoisePower Influence

VF Impulse NoiseWB PSD NoiseWB Impulse Noise



NEXT

To start/stop a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select thedesired test icon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

3. The test will start automatically if the Setup/Application Settings - Test
Startup Mode is set to Auto. If not, press Start/Stop on the keypad.

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VF Noise

VF Noise
The VF Noise test allows you to measure the amount of unwanted or
disturbing energy introduced into a loop from man-made and natural
sources.

Detection
The Detection function displays and updates results inreal time, until you stop the test. The last valid resultsthen remain displayed.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



VF Noise Filter allows you to define the voicefrequency noise filter to be used, dependent on
ITU or ANSI Standard mode and the Noise Filter set in
Setup/Application Settings.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 600 Ω.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
VF Noise threshold.

Result displays the pass/fail status and VF Noise value.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

Note: The selected VF Noise Filter shown in addition to the current Level units
selected in Setup/Application Settings have an influence on themeasurement units displayed on this page.

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VF Noise

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

VF Noise Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the VF
Noise Threshold values for the test.
Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and selectthe options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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VF NoiseResult Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the VF
Noise value and the pass/fail status.

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Power Influence

Power Influence
The Power Influence test allows you to view the effects of interference
from a 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source (AC mains) on the circuit under test.
The results of the power influence test are also in graphical form.

Detection
The Detection function displays and updates results inreal time, until you stop the test. The last valid resultsthen remain displayed.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



VF Noise Filter allows you to define the voicefrequency noise filter to be used, dependent on
ITU or ANSI Standard mode and the Noise Filter set in
Setup/Application Settings.

Power Line Frequency is a read-only value of 50 or 60 Hz based on
frequency selected in Setup/Application Settings/Standard.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set thepower influence thresholds.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:

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Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

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Power InfluenceZoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the
Detection page.

Result displays a value and graph of the Power Influence
measurement, and pass/fail status.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR

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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Power Influence Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set theThreshold Power Influence values for the test.
Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and selectthe options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Result Details
The Result Details page displays the Power Influencevalue and graph, and the pass/fail status. You canmaneuver the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys todecrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the
cursor and place it in the middle of the current
x-axis limits.
Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis
and not the cursor position. Press the arrow
keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

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Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

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VF Impulse Noise
The VF Impulse Noise test allows you to measure voice frequency impulse
noise on the circuit under test.

Count
The Count function displays and updates results in real time, for the lengthof time set in Test Duration or less if you stop the test. The last valid resultsthen remain displayed.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



VF Noise Filter allows you to define the voicefrequency noise filter to be used, dependent on
ITU or ANSI Standard mode and the Noise Filter
set in Setup/Application Settings.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of600 Ω.



Test Duration allows you to set the length of time to run the test from alist of values. If UFED Control option is enabled, the maximum value islimited to15 min.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
VF impulse noise thresholds.



Result displays the High, Mid, Low counts, respective detection levels,
and Elapsed Time. The pass/fail status of the Mid level is displayed
after 1 s and then periodically refreshed, until you stop the test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

VF Impulse Noise Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the VF Impulse NoiseThreshold values for the test.


Low Counter Power Detection Level defines the
low threshold limits for the impulse noise test.

Power Separation defines the level difference
between the Low, Mid, and High thresholds.
Specify a value between 1 and 6 dB.



Mid Counter allows you to set the threshold value
for this counter.

Type is the threshold limit of the Mid Counter:
either Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current Mid Counterthreshold: either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
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Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the High,
Mid, Low VF Impulse Noise Count and Detection
Level values, and the pass/fail status of the Mid level.

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WB PSD NoiseWB PSD NoiseThe wideband power spectral density (PSD) noise test measures the noise
energy at a point in a noise spectrum. It is expressed as power per hertz ata point in a noise spectrum.

PSD
The PSD page allows you to configure the parameters
for the wideband PSD noise test and view the resultsin either Portrait or Landscape Mode.

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

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Bandwidth allows you to select the frequency
range for the test from a list of available
bandwidths: ISDN, HDSL, SHDSL, ADSL1/2, ADSL2+, VDSL2-8,
VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17, VDSL2-30, or VDSL2-35.

Noise Filter defines the filter currently enabled. Options are: None,
ISDN-E, HDSL-F, ADSL-G, ADSL, ADSL2+, VDSL, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12,
VDSL2-17, VDSL2-30, VDSL2-35.

Termination is one of the following:Terminated if the termination resistance is internal to the unit.

Bridging if additional termination resistance is used to bridge onto
live circuits with minimal interruption.



HiZ Cable when using this cable to connect to T1/A1-R1/B1(Yellow - Blue) connectors. When selected, the Termination
Resistance automatically sets to100 Ω.

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WB PSD NoiseTermination Resistance allows you to select the resistance of thedummy load connected to the line, unless HiZ Cable is selected above.



Mask allows you to select a network representing the power signal ofother services, overlaid on the active noise graph, to identify its
presence on the line under test. All of the masks you enabled from theSelect Masks tab are listed here for test selection.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
RMS Noise Threshold parameters for the test.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theprevious ones.

Peak ON/OFF allows you to measure the current PSD noise value,compare it against the peak value at each given frequency, and display
the maximum value. Select either Peak ON or Peak OFF.

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Result displays the following wideband PSD noise test results
differentiating the Current trace from the Peak hold.


Max PSD reading among all frequency bins for the Current results.

Frequency bin where Max PSD for the Current results aredetected.



RMS Noise reading for the Current results including a pass/failstatus.

If Peak Hold is ON:

Max PSD Peak reading among all frequency bins.

Frequency bin for Max PSD Peak.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values in Portrait Mode:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR

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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Landscape Mode function key allows you to view the test results inlandscape mode. Whether the keyboard is on the right or left isdependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings configured in
Setup/Application Settings/General.

This mode generates the following function keys:
Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.



Select Graph opens a new selection of function keys which allow
you to maneuver the graph. (Same as above.)Parameters displays a small strip window when selected allowing
you to change the Bandwidth, Noise Filter, Termination, andTermination Resistance values from a list of options.

To select the parameter values in Landscape Mode:
1. Press the Parameters function key.
2. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
3. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
4. Press

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WB PSD NoiseWB PSD Noise Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
RMS Noise Threshold parameters for the test.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and selectthe options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
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Select Masks
The Select Masks tab allows you to choose which
Masks to enable for the PSD test.


Select Files is either None which removes allcheck marks allowing you to select one or more
Masks, or All.



Masks lists all the networks available to selectdependent on the ITU or ANSI Standard mode set
in Setup/Application Settings/Standard.

To enable the Masks for your PSD test:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to select None or All
files.
OR
2. Presson a value to open the list box.

3. If None, press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
to open the list.
4. In the list, press the up/down arrows to highlight the desired files andpress
to select/deselect a Mask.
5. Pressto come out of the list.

All of your enabled masks are now listed on the PSD tab page in the
Mask parameter, for test selection.

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Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the WB
PSD Noise test results, in text and graphical format,
and can be viewed in portrait and landscape modes.
You can maneuver the graph as follows:186

Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys todecrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the
cursor and place it in the middle of the current
x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis andnot the cursor position. Press the arrow keys as follows:

Right = x-axis zoom in.

Left = x-axis zoom out.

Up = y-axis zoom in.



Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow
keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Landscape Mode function key allows you to view the test results inlandscape mode. Whether the keyboard is on the right or left isdependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings configured in
Setup/Application Settings/General.

Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.

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WB Impulse NoiseWB Impulse NoiseThe wideband impulse noise test allows you to measure impulse noise on
the circuit under test.

Count
The Count function displays and updates results inreal time, for the length of time set in Test Duration orless if you stop the test. The last valid results thenremain displayed.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



WB Noise Filter displays the filter currently
enabled. Options are: None, ISDN-E, HDSL-F, ADSL-G, ADSL, ADSL2+,VDSL, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17, VDSL2-30.

Termination is either Terminated, if the termination resistance isinternal to the unit, or Bridging if additional termination resistance isused to bridge onto live circuits with minimal interruption.

Termination Resistance lists the resistance of the dummy load
connected to the line.



Test Duration allows you to set the length of time to run the test from alist of values. If UFED Control option is enabled, the maximum value islimited to15 min.

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Impulse Separation Time (IST) specifies the time interval between
successive impulses. Some impulse events comprise many sub-pulses
or a pulse-train. Use a larger IST to capture longer events of many
sub-pulses, or a smaller IST between events to capture fast sub-pulses
as separate impulse events.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set thePower Detection Level and WB Impulse Noise thresholds.



Result displays the Count, Detection Level, Elapsed Time, andpass/fail status which is periodically refreshed, until you stop the test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
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WB Impulse NoiseWB Impulse Noise Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
WB Impulse Noise Threshold values for the test.
Power Detection Level defines the threshold
limits.

Counter allows you to set the threshold value forthis counter.

Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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WB Impulse NoiseHistogram
The Histogram tab records the Elapsed Time, theTotal Counts of impulse durations that are collectedduring each plot interval, and pass/fail status. The bar
graph displays the impulse counts vs time.
Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected
when pressed and opens a new selection of function
keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as
follows:

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Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys todecrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor and place it in the
middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:

Right = x-axis zoom in.

Left = x-axis zoom out.

Up = y-axis zoom in.



Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow
keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the previous
ones.

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Result Details CountThe Results Details read-only page displays the WB
Impulse Noise Count, Detection Level, and pass/failstatus.

Profile Details
The WB Impulse Noise Profile Details read-only
page displays the test thresholds and parameters
along with the Impulse Separation Time value.

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NEXT
The NEXT test measures the Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) between 2 pairs ofcables. The test transmits a signal on the T/A - R/B pair, and measures thereceived crosstalk on T1/A1 - R1/B1 pair.

Spot
Spot is a continuous mode of operation measuring
the crosstalk for a specific frequency selected by you,similar to the method used by the Send Tone test. The
Spot function displays and updates results in realtime, until you stop the test. The last valid results thenremain displayed.

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Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Noise test fromthe given list. However, this action will terminate
the ongoing measurement test.

Frequency allows you to set the frequency value for the Near End
Crosstalk (NEXT).

Frequency Step lists a choice of frequency step values.



Termination Resistance lists a choice of resistance values for thetermination of the signal.

Show hookup diagram on test setup - If Yes, the Confirmation page is
prompted before every NEXT test is started. Select No to hide thediagram next time you run the test.

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Hookup Diagram button opens a Confirmation page displaying how
to connect your cables at the beginning of the test. When FED is
Enabled on the FED Setup page, both the T-R/A-B and T1-R1/A1-B1
pairs will be terminated at the FED. The hookup diagram uses graphic
and textual components.
Proceed button closes the hookup diagram prompt and starts the
test.



Cancel button closes the hookup diagram prompt only.

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Noise TestsNEXTThe Confirmation window is prompted before every NEXT test is
started if you selected Yes for the Show hookup diagram. You canselect No to hide the diagram next time you run the test.
However, you can check the connection diagram at any time bypressing the Hookup Diagram button. In this case, the test does
not start when you press the Ok button to close the Confirmation
window.

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Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theNEXT Spot Threshold for the test.

Step -> Freq button automatically enters/transfers the Frequency
Step value into the Frequency value. If the step size is less than 10 kHz(but not 4.3125 kHz), the Frequency value will be set to 10 kHz. If theFrequency Step is set to 4.3125 kHz, the Frequency value will be set to8.6250 kHz.



Result displays the pass/fail status, NEXT and Frequency (TX) values.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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To select the Spot parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Spot Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set thethreshold values for the NEXT Spot test.
Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the current threshold:
either Yes or No.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and selectthe options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Spot Result Details
The Spot Results Details read-only page displays the
saved pass/fail status, NEXT and Frequency (TX)
values.

Spectrum
Spectrum is a snapshot mode of operation similar to
WB Attenuation. The test makes one measurement of
the crosstalk for the selected bandwidth, and thenstops.

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

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Noise Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Noise test fromthe given list. However, this action will terminate
the ongoing measurement test.



Bandwidth allows you to select the bandwidth of
the frequency range for the test. Available frequency bandwidths are:
2.2 MHz, 8 MHz, 12 MHz, 17.6 MHz, and 30 MHz.



Termination Resistance lists a choice of resistance values for thetermination of the signal.

Show hookup diagram on test setup - If Yes, the Confirmation page is
prompted before every NEXT test is started. Select No to hide thediagram next time you run the test.

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Hookup Diagram button opens a Confirmation page displaying how
to connect your cables at the beginning of the test. When FED is
Enabled on the FED Setup page, both the T-R/A-B and T1-R1/A1-B1
pairs will be terminated at the FED. The hookup diagram uses graphic
and textual components.
Proceed button closes the hookup diagram prompt and starts the
test.



Cancel button closes the hookup diagram prompt only.

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Noise TestsNEXTThe Confirmation window is prompted before every NEXT test is
started if you selected Yes for the Show hookup diagram. You canselect No to hide the diagram next time you run the test.
However, you can check the connection diagram at any time bypressing the Hookup Diagram button. In this case, the test does
not start when you press the Ok button to close the Confirmation
window.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set theNEXT Spectrum Threshold.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:

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Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

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Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theSpectrum page.

Result displays the pass/fail status, and test results in graphical format.

Good is the good threshold value for the selected bandwidth,
represented by a horizontal green line.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Spectrum Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Crosstalk threshold values at fixed and periodic
frequencies.
Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the existing threshold:
either Yes or No. For example, setting thethreshold Enabled to No will disable pass/failthreshold.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight thedesired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press200

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Spectrum Result Details
The Spectrum Results Details read-only page
displays the pass/fail status and test results ingraphical format.


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Noise Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample NEXT.



Test Modes is the mode of test, for example
Spectrum.



Select Graph button opens a new selection of function keys whichallow you to maneuver the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and returns to theSpectrum results page.

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NEXT Results Profile Details
The NEXT Profile Details page displays detailed
read-only test thresholds and parameters for both
Spot and Spectrum modes.

202Profile Name is the file name of the selected
saved results.



Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Noise Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample NEXT.

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The purpose of the frequency tests is to perform VF(voice frequency) and WB (wide band) levelmeasurements, calculate the reduction of signal
strength during transmission, measure the balance ofa circuit, and count and detect the presence of loadcoils.
To access frequency tests:
From the Copper Main pane, highlight Frequency
Tests and press
to open the menu.

Frequency Tests Main Page
The Frequency Tests menu allows you to select andrun the displayed tests:

VF/AC Balance

WB Balance

WB Attenuation

Return Loss

Load Coils



Locator Tone

TX/RX ToneRX Tone with FED

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VF/AC Balance

To start/stop a test:
1. Press the up/down left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select thedesired test icon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

3. The test will start automatically if the Setup/Application
Settings/General - Test Startup Mode is set to Auto. If not, press
Start/Stop on the keypad.

VF/AC Balance
The VF/AC Balance test allows you to check that the VF longitudinalbalance ratio for the twisted pair complies with applicable standards so as
to reduce the effects of common-mode voltage to ground. The test is ameasurement of how much the T/A leg is like the R/B leg in electricalcharacteristics, measured by how much noise the line can mitigate (in dB).
It is an overall health indicator and a quick way to tell if the line is in goodcondition. The better the longitudinal balance of the cable pair, the higher
the dB reading.
The name of the frequency test depends on the selected Standard:

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ANSI: VF Balance

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ActiveThe Active function takes a balance measurement,
displaying and updating results in real time, until you
stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page thatallows you to set the VF/AC Balance threshold.

Result displays the pass/fail status and Active VF/AC Balance value.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

Note: The selected Standard in Setup/Application Settings determines thename of the frequency test - ANSI: VF Balance, ITU: AC Balance.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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VF/AC Balance Active Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Active VF/AC Balance Threshold values for the test.


VF/AC Balance sets the active balance threshold.

Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the existing threshold:
either Yes or No. For example, setting thethreshold Enabled to No will disable pass/failthreshold.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Active Result Details
The Active Results Details read-only page displays
the VF/AC Balance value and the pass/fail status.

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Passive
The Passive function computes the passive balance as the difference
between Power Influence and VF Noise, displaying and updating results inreal time, until you stop the test. The last valid results then remain
displayed. The measurement results of the active and passive VF
Longitudinal Balance tests will generally be different due to the fact theyuse different measurement techniques.


Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Noise Filter displays the type of noise filter used.

Power Line Frequency displays the frequency
value of the power line.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page thatallows you to set the VF/AC Balance Threshold.

Result displays the Passive pass/fail status, Power Influence, VF
Noise, and VF/AC Balance values.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

Note: The selected Standard in Setup/Application Settings determines thename of the frequency test - ANSI: VF Balance, ITU: AC Balance.
To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR

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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

VF/AC Balance Passive Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
Passive VF/AC Balance Threshold values for the test.


VF/AC Balance sets the passive balance threshold.

Type is the threshold limit: either Maximum or
Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the existing threshold:
either Yes or No. For example, setting thethreshold Enabled to No will disable pass/failthreshold.

Power Influence Threshold displays the Power
Influence threshold values set in relation to VF/AC Balance thresholdvalues.

To set the passive VF/AC Balance threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press208

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Passive Result Details
The Passive Results Details read-only page displays
the Passive pass/fail status, Power Influence, VF
Noise, and VF/AC Balance values.

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WB Balance

WB Balance
The wideband balance test ensures that the balance ratio for the twisted
pair complies with applicable standards so as to reduce the effects ofcommon-mode voltage to ground. The better the balance of the cable pair,the higher the dB reading.The test measures the WB balance at fixed andperiodic frequencies dependent on the selected bandwidth.

Balance
The Balance page allows you to configure theparameters for the WB Balance test and view theresults, in either Portrait or Landscape Mode.

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

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Bandwidth allows you to select the frequency
range for the test from a list of available
bandwidth: ISDN, HDSL, SHDSL, ADSL1/2, ADSL2+, VDSL2-8,
VDSL2-12, or VDSL2-17.

Termination Resistance defines the resistance of the dummy load
connected to the line.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
WB Balance Thresholds.

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Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theprevious ones.

Result displays a graph of the Marginal and Good balance results, andpass/fail status. If any attenuation measurement (trace) is greater/lessthan the corresponding marginal test threshold for a
maximum/minimum threshold, the status is fail. Otherwise, the statusis pass.
Good is the good balance threshold for the currently selectedbandwidth, represented by a horizontal green line.

Marginal is the marginal balance threshold for the currently
selected bandwidth, represented by a horizontal yellow line.

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If Mask is enabled for the selected bandwidth, then:Marginal is a marginal pass area on the graph represented inyellow.

The end of tolerance or fail point is displayed as a red cursor value.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values in Portrait Mode:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.



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Landscape Mode function key allows you to view the test results inlandscape mode. Whether the keyboard is on the right or left isdependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings configured in
Setup/Application Settings/General.

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Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.



Select Graph opens a new selection of function keys which allow
you to maneuver the graph. (Same as above.)Parameters displays a small strip window when selected allowing
you to change the Bandwidth and Termination Resistance values
from a list of options.

To select the parameter values in Landscape Mode:
1. Press the Parameters function key.
2. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
3. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
4. Press

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WB Balance Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set theGood/Marginal Balance thresholds for the following:Bandwidth allows you to select the frequency
range for the test from a list of available
bandwidth: ISDN, HDSL, SHDSL, ADSL1/2,
ADSL2+, VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, or VDSL2-17.

Type is the threshold limit for each pair. Selecting
Minimum or Maximum acts as the single point P/Fthreshold flat mask while selecting Mask provides
a shaped mask as threshold. When Mask isselected, it will be used as pass/fail criteria nexttime the test is run.

Enabled is a flag to use the existing threshold: either Yes or No. For
example, setting the threshold Enabled to No will disable pass/failthreshold.



Mask Tolerance allows you to set a marginal pass value which will be
displayed on the graph in yellow.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press214

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Result Details
The Results Details displays a graph of the Marginaland Good wideband balance results, and pass/failstatus. Results can be viewed in portrait andlandscape modes. You can maneuver the graph as
follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys todecrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the
cursor and place it in the middle of the current
x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor position.
Press the arrow keys as follows:

Right = x-axis zoom in.

Left = x-axis zoom out.

Up = y-axis zoom in.



Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow
keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Landscape Mode function key allows you to view the test results inlandscape mode. Whether the keyboard is on the right or left isdependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings configured in
Application Settings/General.

Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.

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WB Attenuation
Attenuation
The WB (wideband) single-ended attenuation test
allows you to calculate the dissipation of power of atransmitted signal as it travels over the copper line.
This test is performed from one end of the cable anddoes not require a remote second device. The test
does require an out-of-service wire pair that is open at
the far end. Faults should be repaired first.

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

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Bandwidth allows you to select the frequency range for the test from alist of available bandwidths: ISDN, HDSL, SHDSL, ADSL1/2, ADSL2+,VDSL2-8, VDSL2-12, VDSL2-17, VDSL2-30, or VDSL2-35.



Threshold Tolerance allows you to set a marginal pass value which
will be displayed on the graph in yellow.



Threshold Frequency allows you to add threshold calculations to the
WB Attenuation test by selecting a technology that is used for
threshold pass/fail estimation. The list of technologies are dynamically
populated based on the selected Bandwidth. Whenever you change
the Bandwidth, the Threshold Frequency is set to the default None.



Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
Attenuation threshold.



Cable Configuration button opens a new page that allows you to set
cable parameters for the Current Test.

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Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Results removes these function keys and displays the
Attenuation page.

Result displays the Cable Length, pass/fail status, and test results intext and graphical format. If a Threshold Frequency was selected(other than None), the calculations are presented in 2 ways:

An attenuation vs. frequency curve is added to the graphA table displaying the Total equivalent Calculated Attn and the
Measured Attn at the frequency, specific to the selected
technology; and up to 4 rows displaying information calculated foreach Section identified on Cable Configuration page.
The Calculated Attn is the sum of the section attenuations and isshown in blue.

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The Measured Attn displays the measured attenuation for thefrequency set in the Threshold Settings, and is shown in black.
The pass/fail criteria is calculated by comparing Measured Attn tothe equivalent attenuation value displayed in the Calculated Attn,
plus half of the Threshold Tolerance.
When Mask is enabled for the selected bandwidth:The end of tolerance or fail point is displayed as a red cursor value.

Good is the good balance threshold mask for the currently
selected bandwidth, represented by green in the graph.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press218

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WB Attenuation Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
WB Attenuation threshold values for the test.
Attenuation sets up the good attenuationthreshold parameters.

Type is the threshold limit for each pair. Selecting
Minimum or Maximum acts as the single point
pass/fail threshold flat mask while selecting Mask
provides a shaped mask as threshold. When Mask
is selected, it will be used as pass/fail criteria nexttime the test is run.

Enabled is a flag to use the existing threshold:
either Yes or No. For example, setting the threshold Enabled to No will
disable pass/fail threshold.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Cable Configuration
The Cable Configuration page is only required if
using theoretical calculated attenuation pass/fail. The
page allows you to set cable parameters for the WB
Attenuation test. Each time the Cable Configurationis changed, the total equivalent attenuation table will
be recalculated and redrawn.


No. of Cable Sections allows you to set the
number of consecutive cable sections, to a
maximum of 4. If unknown, set the number to 1.

Cable Type # displays the number of a cablesection set above, ID, Cable Name and Fill, andallows you to select an entry (with its associated parameters) from thecurrent Cable Book, to use for testing. For each section, the selected
Cable Type must have attenuation data available or else the total
equivalent attenuation can not be calculated. The selection is not
saved when leaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by
default.

Section Length specifies the cable length of each section. The total
length for all cable sections cannot exceed 8000 m or 24000 ft. If you do
not enter a length for each section selected, the total equivalentattenuation can not be calculated.



Cable Attenuation Data is set to Yes for each cable section selected.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press220

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WB Attenuation Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the Cable
Length, pass/fail status, and WB Attenuation test
results in text and graphical format.


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example Frequency
Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample WB Attenuation.



Test Modes is the mode of test, for example
Attenuation.

Threshold Frequency displays the technology
used for threshold pass/fail estimation.



Cable Configuration button opens a new page displaying the cableparameters of the test. Use the left/right arrows to select the button andpress
to open the page.

Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

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Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Results removes these function keys and displays the
Attenuation results page.

When Mask was enabled for the selected bandwidth:The end of tolerance or fail point may be displayed as a red cursor
value.

Good is the good balance threshold mask for the currently selectedbandwidth, represented by green in the graph.

Result Details Cable Configuration
The Cable Configuration page in the Results Details
allows you to view the cable parameters set for the
WB Attenuation test.

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

No. of Cable Sections is the number ofconsecutive cable sections, with a maximum of 4.



Cable Type # displays the number of a cablesection set above, ID, Cable Name and Fill.



Section Length identifies the cable length of eachsection.

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Return Loss

Return Loss
The Return Loss test allows you to measure the loss of power in the signal
returned/reflected by a discontinuity in a transmission line. This
discontinuity or impedance variation can be a mismatch with theterminating load or with a device inserted in the line.

Single Frequency
The Single Frequency test is continuous, and allows
you to configure parameters and change values
during the measurement. The page provides a Return
Loss result value in dB, and pass/fail status.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Frequency testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.

Frequency allows you to set the frequency value
for the Return Loss test.

Frequency Step lists a choice of frequency step values.



Termination Resistance lists a choice of resistance values for thetermination of the signal.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set
Return Loss thresholds for the transmission.

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Result displays the pass/fail status, Return Loss and Frequency (TX)
values.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Return Loss Threshold Settings
The Return Loss Threshold Settings page allows you
to set the Loss Threshold for each pair. The threshold
is a programmable value you can use as an on-screen
indicator in each test when a measured value is toohigh or too low.

224Type is the threshold limit for each pair: either
Maximum or Minimum.

Enabled is a flag to use the Return Lossthreshold: either Yes or No. For example, setting
the threshold Enabled to No will disable pass/failthreshold.

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To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Single Frequency Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays thepass/fail status, Return Loss and Frequency (TX)
values.

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Sweep
The Sweep test allows you to configure parametersand provides a snapshot measurement of Return
Loss in a graphical format, and pass/fail status.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Frequency testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.



Bandwidth allows you to select the frequency
range for the test from a list of available
bandwidth: ISDN, HDSL, SHDSL, ADSL1/2, or ADSL2+.



Termination Resistance lists a choice of resistance values for thetermination of the signal.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set
Return Loss thresholds for the transmission.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.

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Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.
Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the
Detection page.

Result displays the pass/fail status and a graph of the Return Loss
Sweep compared to Marginal results. If the measurement isgreater/less than the marginal test threshold, represented by ahorizontal red line, the status is fail. Otherwise, the status is pass.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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Sweep Threshold Settings
The Return Loss Sweep Threshold Settings page issimilar to the Single Frequency test and allows you to
set the Loss Threshold for each pair. In addition, you
can select Mask as a threshold and view the Mask
Tolerance. The threshold is a programmable value
you can use as an on-screen indicator in each testwhen a measured value is too high or too low.
Type is the threshold limit for each pair. Selecting
Minimum or Maximum acts as the single point P/Fthreshold flat mask while selecting Mask provides
a shaped mask as threshold. When Mask isselected, it will be used as pass/fail criteria nexttime the test is run, and Loss Threshold becomes read-only.

Enabled is a flag to use the Return Loss threshold: either Yes or No.
For example, setting the threshold Enabled to No will disable pass/failthreshold.



Mask Tolerance is a fixed value representing a marginal pass area on
the graph shown in yellow.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press228

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Sweep Result Details
The Sweep Result Details read-only page displays thepass/fail status and test results in graphical format.


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Frequency Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample Return Loss.



Test Modes is the mode of test, for example
Sweep.



Select Graph button opens a new selection offunction keys which allow you to maneuver the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and returns to theSpectrum results page.

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Return Loss Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only Return
Loss Test Thresholds/Parameters for both Single
Frequency and Sweep.

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Profile Name is the file name of the selected
saved results.



Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Frequency Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample Return Loss.

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Load Coils
The Load Coils test allows you to detect the presence of load coils, which
are detrimental to the use of DSL technologies on the line. If a load coil is
detected, use the TDR (time domain reflectometry) test to quickly locate
and remove it from the cable.

Detection
The Detection function specifies the presence orabsence of load coil in the cable section, and displays
the number of load coils in the line and measured
values in graphical form.


Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.

Cable Parameters:

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill, and allows you toselect an entry (with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved whenleaving the test. The current Cable Book entry is shown by default.



Cable Fill read-only entry is the type of material the cable is filled
with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR. Setup in the Cable Book.



Velocity of Propagation read-only entry is the velocity of
propagation for the cable as a ratio of the speed of light. Setup in
the Cable Book.



Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of thecable under test in either °F or °C.

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Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the
Detection page.

Result displays the number of load coils in text and graphical format.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press232

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TDR
The Load Coils TDR function provides a shortcut tothe TDR test. A dialogue box opens, warning that you
are about to leave the Load Coils test. TDR results
captured while running Load Coils will be available
upon loading TDR. Please go to TDR on page 247 for
information on this test.

Load Coils Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays thenumber of load coils, in text and graphical format. You
can maneuver the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys todecrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the
cursor and place it in the middle of the current
x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis andnot the cursor position. Press the arrow keys as
follows:

Right = x-axis zoom in.

Left = x-axis zoom out.

Up = y-axis zoom in.



Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/down arrow
keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

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Locator Tone
When Locator Tone is selected from the Frequency Tests menu, a 577 Hz
signal and a 983 Hz alternating signal are sent separately for 200 ms each.
The sequence of this tone is repeated continuously until you stop the test.
Sinusoidal waveform is used to generate these signals.

Tone
The Tone function allows you to set the Tone Power and generate a pulsed
tone on the line to trace a cable pair at the far end.

234Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



Tone Power allows you to select either low orhigh power for the Locator Tone.

Tone Frequencies displays the frequencies of the
Locator Tone.

Termination Resistance is a read-only value of 600 Ω.

Result displays the Elapsed Time the locator tone is being sent.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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TX/RX Tone
The TX/RX Tone tests allow you to generate tones and measure thefrequencies and levels of incoming signals.

Send Tone
The Send Tone (TX) pane allows you to configure andtransmit a tone to a downstream device in the loop.

236

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another frequency testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.



Send Tone allows you to select either a VF (voicefrequency) or WB (wideband) signal (if this option
was purchased).



Level allows you to set the tone level value.



Level Step (read only) displays the level step of the uplink frequency.

Frequency allows you to set a frequency value for the transmitting
tone.



Frequency Step lists a choice of frequency step values.



Termination Resistance lists a resistance value for the termination of
the Send Tone.



Result displays the values for both the TX VF/WB Level and
VF/WB Frequency.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Receive Tone
The Receive Tone (RX) tab allows you to configure
and run a receive tone test, which measures thefrequency and level of incoming signals.
Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another frequency testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.

Receive Tone allows you to select either a VF
(voice frequency) or WB (wideband) signal.

Termination Resistance lists a resistance value for the termination of
the Receive Tone.



Result displays the values for both the RX VF/WB Level and
VF/WB Frequency.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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TX/RX Tone

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays the saved
receive tone or RX VF/WB Level and
VF/WB Frequency values.

Profile Details Receive Tone
The Profile Details page displays read-only Receive
Tone Test Parameters.

238Tone displays whether the receive tone was
VF or WB.



Termination Resistance is the resistance value
selected for the termination of the Receive Tone
test.

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RX Tone with FED
The RX Tone with FED test can be setup to run a single frequency or run
sequentially through a selected number of frequencies. The Teletech TS125
or Viavi UFED IIB Remote FED (far end device) is used and FED software
option must be enabled on your unit. However the test is not dependent on
enabling the FED in FED Setup.

Single Tone
The Single Tone tab allows you to configure thefollowing parameters:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Frequency testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.

Receive Tone allows you to select either a VF
(voice frequency) or WB (wideband) signal. WB
selection is only available when the 30 MHz
Wideband Testing software option is installed.

Termination Resistance defines how much resistance the tester uses
to connect to the line, and is set as follows:for VF Tone, a read-only value of 600 Ω.

for WB Tone, select 100, 120, or 135 Ω.



FED Frequency sets the frequency that the TS125 FED will transmit
and is a value in Hz for VF Receive Tone (default 300 Hz) and kHz forWB (default 196 kHz).



Tone Duration modifies the duration value of the tone from5 - 60 seconds. Default is 5 s.

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RX Tone with FEDResult displays the values for both the RX VF/WB Loss and Frequency



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Single Tone Result Details
The Result Details read-only page displays the saved
receive tone or VF/WB RX Loss/Frequency values for
the Single RX Tone with FED test.

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Multiple Tone Graph
The Multiple Tone Graph tab displays results in text
and graphical formats. From this page, you can run
the RX Tone with FED test using multiple frequencies,
by configuring the following parameters:Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Frequency Tests.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another Frequency testfrom the given list. However, this action willterminate the ongoing measurement test.

Receive Tone allows you to select either a VF
(voice frequency) or WB (wideband) signal. WB selection is only
available when the 30 MHz Wideband Testing software option is
installed.

Termination Resistance defines how much resistance the tester uses
to connect to the line, and is set as follows:for VF Receive Tone, a read-only value of 600 Ω.

for WB Receive Tone, select 100, 120, or 135 Ω.

FED Frequency Group allows you to select the frequency that theTS125 FED will transmit, from a preset list.
for VF Receive Tone:
POTS/PSTN: 404, 804, 1004, 1204, 1804, 2204, 2404, 2804, 3204,
3404 HzVF 5 Tone: 404, 1004, 2804, 3004, 3604 Hz

for WB Receive Tone:HDSL: 20, 30, 50, 70, 90, 110, 130, 196, 400 kHz
T1/E1: 200, 400, 500, 700, 772, 1024 kHz

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ADSL1/2+: 25, 69, 90, 110, 138, 300, 550, 800, 1104, 2208 kHz
VDSL2-12: 25, 138, 276, 3000, 3750, 5200, 8500, 12000 kHz
WB 5 Tone: 196, 392, 772, 1100, 2200 kHz


Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

242Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays the test
page.



Result displays the values for both the RX VF/WB Loss and Frequency.

Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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RX Tone with FED

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options and use the navigation
keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Multiple Tone Graph Result Details
The Result Details read-only page displays the RX
VF/WB Loss and Frequency results in graphical format
for the Multiple RX Tone with FED test.


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example
Frequency Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample RX Tone with FED.



Test Modes is the mode of test, for example
Multiple Tone.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:

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Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

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RX Tone with FEDZoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and returns to the test
results page.

Multiple Tone Table
The Multiple Tone Table displays the RX
Frequency/Loss for the FED Frequency Group
selected.




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for VF Receive Tone:
POTS/PSTN: 404, 804, 1004, 1204, 1804, 2204,
2404, 2804, 3204, 3404 Hz

VF 5 Tone: 404, 1004, 2804, 3004, 3604 Hz

for WB Receive Tone:HDSL: 20, 30, 50, 70, 90, 110, 130, 196, 400 kHz

T1/E1: 200, 400, 500, 700, 772, 1024 kHz

ADSL1/2+: 25, 69, 90, 110, 138, 300, 550, 800, 1104, 2208 kHz

VDSL2-12: 25, 138, 276, 3000, 3750, 5200, 8500, 12000 kHz



WB 5 Tone: 196, 392, 772, 1100, 2200 kHz

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Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only Test
Parameters for both the Single and Multiple RX Tone
with FED tests, and may contain the following entries:Profile Name (only displayed in Results Manager)
is the file name of the selected saved results.



Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example Frequency
Tests.



Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample RX Tone with FED.

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11 TDRThe TDR (time domain reflectometry) test is a useful tool to locate cablefaults. The test is used after a fault has been identified by running othertests, since TDR reacts to all faults and conditions on a typical cable pair,revealing multiple events, some of which may be acceptable conditions.
TDR can see events as close as the ends of the test leads. The graphcontrols allow you to see the reflections and their distances so that you canfind and resolve faults; you can view the graph in either Portrait orLandscape Mode.
There are 3 modes of operation to choose from:
1. Auto TDR automatically searches anddetermines the length of the cable, finds thenearest significant event, and optimizes theranges, pulse width, and gain. Range andGain are updated to reflect the optimized TDR
settings but can be edited. Auto TDR displays
the distance for the Largest Event andupdates results in real time, until you stop thetest. The last valid results then remain
displayed.
2. Manual TDR does not automate any function
nor settings and gives you full control over
TDR parameters such as Range, Gain, VOP,
and Pulse Width. The test displays results ingraphical format, updating them in real time, until you stop the test.
The last valid results then remain displayed.
3. xTalk (crosstalk) TDR allows you to locate split pairs between tip (A)and ring (B) copper wires which may be causing service disruptions.
The test transmits on pair one and receives on pair two to locate thesplit pairs.
To select and run a test:
1. Press the left/right navigation keys to select the desired icon.
2. Press

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Continuous

Continuous
The Continuous function displays the line trace and is continuously on andready to use. It displays and updates results in real time, in either Portrait
or Landscape Mode, until you stop the test. The last valid results thenremain displayed. (Scroll down to see examples of some common faults
on the TDR.)

Current Group displays the test being
measured.

Current Test allows you to select either Auto,
Manual, or xTalk TDR.

Note: If you run Auto TDR first, and use the left/rightarrow keys to change the Current Test from Auto
TDR to Manual TDR, the test will copy the TDRparameters from the Auto TDR to the Manual TDR,
but not to xTalk TDR.


Range allows you to set the range from thegiven list.

Gain allows you to select a gain test parameter from the given list.

Variable Gain (Auto TDR only), when enabled, automaticallyincreases the amplitude gain as distance increases on the graph. In thisway, you do not have to tweak the gain just to see events at the far end.



Pulse Width is a non-editable value in Auto TDR but can be selectedfrom a given list in Manual and xTalk TDR.



Dual Trace Offset is a configurable offset parameter for the secondary
trace, with a range of -1.0 to 1.0.

Note: If the loaded secondary trace offset = 0, then the primary and secondary
traces will overlap.

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VOP allows you to change the velocity of propagation value for thecable as a ratio of the speed of light.

Current Trace (available only in Manual TDR)
allows you to turn on/off Live and Peak traces
and calculates the Differential trace. Selectone of the following:Live turns Peak Hold off clearing
previously collected minimum/maximum
measurement values. This is the default.

Live and Peak turns Peak Hold on andcollects minimum/maximum
measurement values, displaying all
3 traces.

Peak Only turns Peak Hold on displaying
only Peak traces with no offset.



Live+Store+Diff selection is only available while the test is
running and a Trace is loaded. The differential trace is calculated
between Live and loaded stored traces during the measurement,
and displayed on the graph with no offset.



Differential Only selection is only available while the test is
running and a Trace is loaded. Only the calculated differential isdisplayed on the graph.



Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the Cable
Parameters for the Current Test.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor/Marker allows you to select the cursor (blue) or marker(red) independently by toggling the function key. The footer
updates to reflect either Move cursor or Move marker. Press theleft/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by moving the

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Continuous

cursor/marker. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor/marker. Press
to recall the cursor/marker
and place it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.
Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theprevious ones.



Result displays the distance to the most significant reflection, in text
and graphical measurements. The distance (Delta) value between
cursor and marker is also displayed in the top-right corner of the graph.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.



Load Trace function key opens a new page that allows you to load a
trace from a list of previously saved TDR tests



Clear Trace function key deletes the loaded trace from the graph.

To select the parameter values in Portrait Mode:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
OR

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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Landscape Mode is the best way to use the TDR and allows you toview the test results in landscape mode utilizing the full length of thehigh resolution, color screen. Whether the keyboard is on the right orleft is dependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings
configured in Setup/Application Settings/General.

Landscape Mode generates the following function keys:
Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.



Select Graph opens a new selection of function keys which allow
you to maneuver the graph. (Same as above.)

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ContinuousParameters displays a small strip window listing the following
values: Range, Gain, Pulse Width, and Current Trace (not in Auto
TDR). They can be edited or viewed the same way as in Portrait
Mode (described above), dependent on the TDR test being run.



Cable Setup displays a small strip window when selected allowing
you to change the Cable Type, Velocity of Propagation, andCable Temperature. You can also view the Cable Fill entry which
was setup in Cable Book. For more information, see Cable Setup
in portrait mode.

To select the parameter values in Landscape Mode:
1. Press the desired function key.
2. For Parameters and Cable Setup, press the up/down arrow keys tohighlight the desired parameter.
3. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
4. Press252

to confirm the value.

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Continuous
Examples of Common Faults
Short Fault

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Continuous
Open

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Continuous
Bridged Tap

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Continuous
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Continuous
Peak Function

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Continuous
Dual Trace View

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Continuous
Load Coil

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xTalk TDR

xTalk TDR
The xTalk TDR test transmits on one pair andreceives on pair two allowing you to detect andisolate split pairs which may be causing service
disruptions. The test adds a hookup diagram in theform of a Confirmation window at start up,
showing you how to connect your cables for thistest.
When FED is Enabled on the FED Setup page,
both the T-R/A-B and T1-R1/A1-B1 pairs will beterminated at the FED. The hookup diagram usesgraphic and textual components.

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

Proceed button closes the hookup diagram
prompt and starts the test.

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The Continuous function displays the line trace and is continuously on andready to use. It displays and updates results in real time, in either Portrait
or Landscape Mode, until you stop the test. The last valid results thenremain displayed.
Current Group displays the test being measured.

Current Test allows you to select either Auto, Manual, or xTalk TDR.

Note: The test has the same parameters as the Manual TDR test and does notinherit Auto TDR settings (Range, Gain, Pulse Width) when switching to
the test from the Current Test setup line.
Range allows you to set the range from the given list.

Gain allows you select the gain test parameter from the given list.



Pulse Width allows you to select a value from a given list.



Dual Trace Offset is a configurable offset parameter for the secondary
trace, with a range of -1.0 to 1.0.

Note: If the loaded secondary trace offset = 0, then the primary and secondary
traces will overlap.


VOP allows you to change the velocity of propagation value for thecable as a ratio of the speed of light.

Current Trace allows you to turn on/off Live and Peak traces byselecting one of the following:Live turns Peak Hold OFF clearing previously collected
minimum/maximum measurement values. This is the default.

Live and Peak turns Peak Hold ON and collects
minimum/maximum measurement values, displaying all 3 traces.

Peak Only turns Peak Hold ON displaying only Peak traces with nooffset.

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xTalk TDR

Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the Cable
Parameters for the Current Test.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor/Marker allows you to select the cursor (blue) or marker(red) independently by toggling the function key. The footer
updates to reflect either Move cursor or Move marker. Press theleft/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor/marker. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor/marker. Press
to recall the cursor/marker
and place it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

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Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theprevious ones.



Result displays the distance to the most significant reflection, in text
and graphical measurements. The distance (Delta) value between
cursor and marker is also displayed in the top-right corner of the graph.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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Load Trace function key opens a new page that allows you to load a
trace from a list of previously saved TDR tests.



Clear Trace function key deletes the loaded trace from the graph.

To select the parameter values in Portrait Mode:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Landscape Mode is the best way to use the TDR and allows you toview the test results in landscape mode utilizing the full length of thehigh resolution, color screen. Whether the keyboard is on the right orleft is dependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings
configured in Setup/Application Settings/General.
Landscape Mode generates the following function keys:
Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.



Select Graph opens a new selection of function keys which allow
you to maneuver the graph. (Same as above.)Parameters displays a small strip window listing the following
values: Range and Gain, Pulse Width, and Current Trace. They
can be edited or viewed as described in Portrait Mode (above).



Cable Setup displays a small strip window when selected allowing
you to change the Cable Type, Velocity of Propagation, andCable Temperature. You can also view the Cable Fill entry which
was setup in Cable Book. For more information, see Cable Setup
in portrait mode.

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To select the parameter values in Landscape Mode:
1. Press the desired function key.
2. For Parameters and Cable Setup, press the up/down arrow keys tohighlight the desired parameter.
3. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
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Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set Cable
Parameters for the TDR test. These values can be
set in Portrait or Landscape Mode.


Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name andFill, and allows you to select an entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, to use for testing. The selection is
not saved when leaving the test. The current
Cable Book entry is shown by default.



Cable Gauge identifies the gauge system formeasuring wire sizes, in AWG (American Wire
Gauge) units or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill read-only entry is the type ofmaterial the cable is filled with: Aircore, Jelly,Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
Setup in the Cable Book.



Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation for the cable asa ratio of the speed of light.



Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable
under test in either °F or °C.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Load Trace

Load Trace
The Load Trace function allows you to load asaved trace. The tab opens a page listing
previously saved TDR tests by File Name andwhen the test was saved, that can be used as thetrace files to be loaded. A trace may be loaded:

Prior to starting the TDR test.

During the TDR test, while it is running.

After the TDR test has been stopped.

Traces may be loaded from either MT internal
memory or USB.
To load a previously saved trace:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight thedesired Storage Location.
OR
2. Pressto display the list and select the value.

3. Press the down arrow key to highlight the list box and press
open the list.

to4. In the list, press the up/down arrows to select the File Name.
5. Press266

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Result Details
The Results Details page displays the TDR test
result cable parameters and the last viewed
Range, cursor, and marker positions. The
distance  (Delta) value between cursor andmarker is displayed in the top-right corner of thegraph.
Results are shown in text and graphical format in
Portrait/Landscape Mode. You can load a saved
auto TDR trace (secondary trace) and display it
simultaneously with the original TDR trace(primary trace).
Note: The saved TDR test only displays the live/primary
trace.


Test Identification is the test type of the group, for example Auto TDR.



Range allows you to set the range from the given list in Auto TDR only.

Gain displays whether the parameter was set to Auto or manual.



Pulse Width is a non-editable value that is updated dependent onwhether the parameters are set to Auto or manual.



Dual Trace Offset is a configurable offset parameter for the secondary
trace, with a range of -1.0 to 1.0.

Current Trace (not available in Auto TDR) allows you to turn on/off
Live and Peak traces by selecting one of the following:Live turns Peak Hold OFF clearing previously collected
minimum/maximum measurement values. This is the default.

Live and Peak turns Peak Hold ON and collects
minimum/maximum measurement values, displaying all 3 traces.

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

Peak Only turns Peak Hold ON displaying only Peak traces with nooffset.

Note: If the loaded secondary trace offset = 0, then the primary and secondary
traces will overlap.


Cable Setup button allows you to view the Cable Parameters of the
TDR test.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor/Marker allows you to select the cursor (blue) or marker(red) independently by toggling the function key. The footer
updates to reflect either Move cursor or Move marker. Press theleft/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor/marker. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor/marker. Press
to recall the cursor/marker
and place it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

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Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theprevious function keys.

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

Load Trace function key opens a new page that allows you to load a
trace from a list of previously saved TDR tests.



Clear Trace button deletes the loaded trace from the graph.

To select the parameter values in Portrait Mode:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

Landscape Mode is the best way to use the TDR and allows you toview the test results in landscape mode utilizing the full length of thehigh resolution, color screen. Whether the keyboard is on the right orleft is dependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings
configured in Setup/Application Settings/General.

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Note: The saved TDR test only displays the live/primary trace.
Landscape Mode generates the following function keys:
Portrait Mode is used to change the screen orientation fromlandscape to portrait.



Select Graph opens a new selection of function keys which allow
you to maneuver the graph. (Same as above.)Parameters displays a small strip window listing the following
values: Range, Gain, Pulse Width, and Current Trace (not in Auto
TDR). They can be edited or viewed the same way as in Portrait
Mode (described above), dependent on the TDR test being run.



Cable Setup displays a small strip window when selected allowing
you to view the Cable Type, Cable Fill, Velocity of Propagation,
and Cable Temperature. For more information, see Cable Setup in
portrait mode.

To select the parameter values in Landscape Mode:
1. Press the desired function key.
2. For Parameters and Cable Setup, press the up/down arrow keys tohighlight the desired parameter.
3. Press the left/right arrow keys to view, select the options, orincrease/decrease values.
4. Press270

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Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to view theCable Parameters set for the TDR test.
Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name andFill, with its associated parameters from thecurrent Cable Book.



Cable Gauge identifies the gauge system formeasuring wire sizes, in AWG (American
Wire Gauge) units or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill is the type of material the cable isfilled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR.
Setup in the Cable Book.



Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of
propagation for the cable as a ratio of the
speed of light.



Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either°F or °C.

Load Trace
The Load Trace function in the Results Details is
the same as previously described. Please see
Load Trace on page 266 for more information.

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TDR Profile Details

TDR Profile Details
The Profile Details page displays read-only TDR
Test Parameters.

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Profile Name is the file name of the selected
saved results.



Test Identification is the test type of thegroup, for example TDR.

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Resistance fault locator (RFL) testing is a powerful means to locate
resistive faults such as shorts, grounds, and battery crosses. Before
performing RFL tests, install the strap(s) at the other end of the cable. Useof an oscillator or toner as a far end strap is not recommended. It will
induce errors. RFL consists of 3 tests: Single Pair, Separate Good Pair, andK-Test.

Single Pair
The RFL Single Pair or 2-wire test allows you to locate
resistive faults between tip to ground, or ring toground. By default, the unit assumes that the fault
cable is connected to ring.
Connect the strap to the far end of the wires
connected to T/A and R/B.


The connection diagram shows you how toconnect the cables to the unit. The green lead isused as reference.

When FED is Enabled on the FED Setup page, theConfirmation window pops up displaying how toconnect your cables at the beginning of the test.
The FED allows you to remotely place a strap (toshort together) the T-R/A-B pair at the far end for
2-wire RFL.
The Confirmation diagram uses graphic andtextual components.
Proceed button closes the hookup diagram prompt and starts the
test.



Cancel button closes the hookup diagram prompt only.

Note: Results are less accurate than a separate good pair setup.

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Single Pair

Current Test displays the test being measured. When FED is Enabled,
the FED icon and numeric state are displayed beside the Current Test.



Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the cableparameters for the Current Test. Press
to open the page.

Result displays single pair RFL test results. Based on the cablecondition, corresponding values are added into the diagram at their
specific positions. Test result units are dependent on Standard in
Setup/Application Settings.
Distance to strap (DTS).

Resistance to strap (RTS).

Distance from fault to strap (DFTS).

Resistance from fault to strap (RFTS).

Resistance to fault (RTF).

Distance to fault (DTF).



Faulted cable (FC).

Resistance at fault (Rf) is resistance from the fault to the resistance
wire.



Voltage at fault (Vf).

If the test reports that it cannot detect the strap when the measured
loop resistance is >10 k ohms, this may mean:

There is no strap connected.

There is a strap, but the cable is too long and has a loop resistance>10 k ohms.

There is a strap, but there is a high resistance fault or open in thecable.

The connection (leads or strap) may be faulty.

The resistance test may be used to troubleshoot this problem.

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Separate Good Pair

Fault Status displays the status of the RFL test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

Separate Good Pair
The RFL Separate Good Pair or 4-wire test allows you
to determine the distance to a short, ground, orbattery cross on a faulty cable conductor using two
separate good cable conductors.
Connect a strap from the faulted wire to bothconductors of the good pair.


The connection diagram shows you how toconnect the cables to the unit.

When FED is Enabled on the FED Setup page, theConfirmation window pops up displaying how toconnect your cables at the beginning of the test.
The FED allows you to remotely place a strap (toshort together) the A1/A/B (T1/T/R) at the far end
for 4-wire RFL.

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Separate Good Pair

The Confirmation diagram uses graphic and textual components.
Proceed button closes the hookup diagram prompt and starts the
test.



Cancel button closes the hookup diagram prompt only.

Note: Unlike 2-wire RFL, G/E on the FED is not grounded (on the FED side).
Note: Results are more accurate but less forgiving than a 2-wire setup because
the 4-wire setup requires you to connect the faulted wire conductor to the
Ring (red) jack only.

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Current Test displays the test being measured. When FED is Enabled,
the FED icon and numeric state are displayed beside the Current Test.



Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the cableparameters for the Current Test. Press
to open the page.

Result displays the separate good pair RFL test results. Based on thecable condition, corresponding values are added into the diagram attheir specific positions. Test result units are dependent on Standard in
Setup/Application Settings.
Distance to strap (DTS).

Resistance to strap (RTS).

Distance from fault to strap (DFTS).

Resistance from fault to strap (RFTS).

Resistance to fault (RTF).

Distance to fault (DTF).



Faulted cable (FC).

Resistance at fault (Rf) is resistance from the fault to the resistance
wire.



Voltage at fault (Vf).

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If the test reports that it cannot detect the strap when the measured
loop resistance is >10 k ohms, this may mean:

There is no strap connected.

There is a strap, but the cable is too long and has a loop resistance>10 k ohms.

There is a strap, but there is a high resistance fault or open in thecable.

The connection (leads or strap) may be faulty.

The resistance test may be used to troubleshoot this problem.


Fault Status displays the status of the RFL test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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K-TestK-Test
The RFL K-Test (Küpfmüller test) method allows you
to locate faults on both conductors of one pair. In
other words, the K-Test is specialized for detecting
double faults. Due to the precision and sensitive
nature of RFL tests, the cable pair under test should be
open (disconnected) and battery removed. One of thefaults must be greater in resistance than the fault on
the other pair.
Note: K-Test is implemented to locate double sided faults
when a good wire/pair isn't available. Both resistancefaults must be occur at the same place in the cable(either both to ground, or both to the same negative or positive battery
voltage).
The K-Test is performed in 2 steps:
1. Measurements are made with the far end open.
2. Measurements are made with the far end closed/shorted (strap).

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

The connection diagram shows you how to connect the cables to theunit. The green lead is used as reference.

When FED is Enabled on the FED Setup page, theConfirmation window pops up displaying how toconnect your cables at the beginning of the test.
The FED allows you to remotely place a strap (toshort together) the T-R/A-B pair at the far end for
K-Test RFL.

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K-Test

The Confirmation diagram uses graphic and textual components.
Proceed button closes the hookup diagram prompt and starts the
test.



Cancel button closes the hookup diagram prompt only.



Current Test displays the test being measured. When FED is Enabled,
the FED icon and numeric state are displayed beside the Current Test.



Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows you to set the cableparameters for the Current Test.
Press the left/right arrow key to highlight the button and press
open the page.



toRepeat Mode ON/OFF is available only when FED
is Enabled, and can be turned ON to run
alternating open/short tests (6 open, 5 closed)
displaying average values and highlighting
minimum and maximum results. When turned
OFF, the test runs in single-shot mode only.
Repeat Mode OFF is the default value.
RTF (resistance to fault) is used as a reference tofind minimum and maximum faults. When the
result deviation is greater than a 20 % Fault Status,
run the test again. If all iterations return the samevalues (minimum and maximum are equal), thenno results are highlighted.
Press the left/right arrow key to highlight the button and press
turn Repeat Mode ON/OFF.

to

Note: When Repeat Mode is ON, because the test will run multiple times, it may
take some time to finish.

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K-Test

Result displays K-Test results.
Open Ratio is a comparison between Fault 1 and Fault 2. The
larger the fault size difference, the lower the open ratio number.



Closed Ratio is a comparison between sections. The larger the
Closed Ratio value, the closer the fault is to the strap end.



Lx/L displays a length ratio where Lx = Length to fault andL = total Length.

Based on the cable condition, corresponding values are added into thediagram at their specific positions. Test result units are dependent on
Standard in Setup/Application Settings. The K-Test diagram candisplay some of the following elements:


R/A-T/B-G/E wire connectors.

Distance/resistance to strap (DTS/RTS): distance/resistance from
the MaxTester to the strap (far end).

Distance/resistance from fault to strap (DFTS/RFTS).

Distance/resistance to fault (DTF/RTF): distance/resistance from
the MaxTester to the fault.

Faults are displayed as follows:280Defective Cable (DC).

Resistance at fault (Rf1, Rf2): resistance from the fault to theresistance wire.



Voltage at fault (Vf1, Vf2).

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K-TestIf the test reports that it cannot detect the strap when the measured
loop resistance is >10 k ohms, this may mean:

There is no strap connected.

There is a strap, but the cable is too long and has a loop resistance>10 k ohms.

There is a strap, but there is a high resistance fault or open in thecable.

The connection (leads or strap) may be faulty.

The resistance test may be used to troubleshoot this problem.


Fault Status displays the status of the RFL test.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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RFL Cable Setup

RFL Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to set cableparameters for an RFL test. Settings are shared bySingle Pair, Separate Good Pair, and K-Test. Changes
done in Cable Setup for one test are reflected in all.

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No. of Cable Sections allows you to set the
number of consecutive cable sections, to a
maximum of 5. If unknown, set the number to 1.

Cable Type # displays the number of a cablesection set above, ID, Cable Name and Fill, andallows you to select an entry (with its associatedparameters) from the current Cable Book, to use
for testing. The selection is not saved when leaving the test. The
current Cable Book entry is shown by default.

Resistance specifies a value for the resistance constant of the cable ineach section.

Section Length allows you to specify the cable length of each section.
If the cable length is unknown, specify 0 and the RFL test will measure
the length.

Load Coil allows you to set the detection of the presence of load coils
to either Yes or No.

Cable Temperature allows you to change the temperature of the cable
under test in either °F or °C.

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To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Press

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Result Manager

Result Manager
RFL Summary
The results Summary page displays Fault Status,
general and identification information, along withcomments, for the test.

284

Test Modes lists the RFL tests saved into theresults file.



Fault Status displays the status for each modethat was run.

General Information displays read-only
information pertaining to the test result.
Result File NameTest Date and Time

Test Identification



Test Modes

Test Lead Compensation displays read-only Date and Time andPass/Fail Status of the compensated resistance and capacitancebased on the cable temperature of the test lead.



Editable Identification Fields display values from the loaded file. You
can edit all fields using the editor screen or by selecting an entry fromthe list box.
User Name/ID

Test From/ToJob ID

Customer Name

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Circuit IDComments

Function keys:
Save keeps any current changes with the current file name.



Save As saves the current changes under a different file name thatyou can configure in the editor screen.

Don’t Save does not save any changes and closes the page.



Report allows you to load a result file to a USB device, update theID fields, and generate a report in either HTML, MHTML, or XML
format.

To view and edit the test result information:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight and view the desired
parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson an editable value to open the list box of options or thealphanumeric editor screen. Use the navigation keys to scroll throughand select.
4. Press

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Result Details
Single Pair
The Results Details read-only page displays theSingle Pair RFL results using text and a connection
diagram.


Test Identification displays the current test, forexample RFL.



Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying
the cable parameters of the RFLtest. Presstoopen the page.

Separate Good Pair
The Results Details read-only page displays the
Separate Good Pair RFL results using text and aconnection diagram.

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Test Identification displays the current test, forexample RFL.



Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying
the cable parameters of the RFL test. Presstoopen the page.

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K-Test
The Results Details read-only page displays the
K-Test RFL results using text and a connection
diagram.


Test Identification displays the current test, forexample RFL.



Cable Setup button opens a new page displaying
the cable parameters of the RFL test. Presstoopen the page.

Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page displays the cable parameters
for each section used while running the RFL test.
Settings are shared by both Single Pair and Separate
Good Pair tests.

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Menu
Auto Test allows you to automatically run tests used in
pre-qualification, installation, and maintenance ofdifferent circuit types from POTS to VDSL2. The main
menu allows you to select and run the displayed tests:
POTS Auto Test detects the loop current andmeasures voice frequency parameters in a copper
telephone loop.



User Auto Test runs a range of different
user-defined tests.

To activate a test:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys on the keypad to select the desired testicon.
2. Pressto confirm your selection.

3. The test will start automatically if the Setup/Application Settings - Test
Startup Mode is set to Auto. If not, press Start/Stop on the keypad.

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POTS Auto Test
The purpose of the POTS Auto Test is to detect the loop current andmeasure the voice frequency parameters in a copper telephone loop. This
test allows you to compare measured results against stored thresholdvalues to provide pass or fail status results of the POTS circuit type.
To access POTS Auto Test:
1. From the Copper Main menu, use the up/down, left/right arrow keys
to highlight Auto Test and press.
2. Highlight POTS Auto Test and press

to start the test.

Summary
The Summary page displays detailed results of theloop current, Power Influence and voice frequency
measurement values, pass/fail status, and parameters.
POTS Auto Test consists of a combination of multiple
tests.

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

Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Auto Test.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.



VF Noise Filter displays the voice frequency noise filter used,
dependent on ITU or ANSI Standard mode and the Noise Filter set in
Setup/Application Settings.

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POTS Auto Test

Phone Book Parameters:

Phone Book Group allows you to select the Group # from a list ofphone book groups that include mW tone entries.

Milliwatt Tone Entry displays at least 1 mW tone entry number
from the selected Phone Book Group.



Quiet Line Entry displays the quiet line entry number from theselected Phone Book Group.

The dialer will contact the above 2 phone numbers at specific points oftime while the test is running.


Volume button adjusts the volume level.

Threshold Settings button opens a new page that allows you to set the
POTS Auto Test threshold parameters.



Mute/Unmute Speaker button changes the speaker status.



Result displays the number dialed and its status, measurement valuesof the multiple test parameters and their pass/fail status.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

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POTS Auto Test Threshold Settings
The Threshold Settings page allows you to set the
POTS Auto Test Threshold Settings for the
combination of multiple tests. The threshold values do
not come from individual tests but are unique to
POTS.
Loop DC Current sets the DC current value forthe wire pair.



Loss sets the loss value for the wire pair.

Power Influence sets the power influence value
for the test.



VF Noise sets the level of voice frequency noise to be used.



VF/AC Balance (Active) sets the VF/AC longitudinal balance value foractive mode.

Type is a read-only field displaying the threshold limit: either Minimumor Maximum.

Enabled is a read-only field and always Yes for all thresholds.

To set threshold values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Presson a value to open the alphanumeric editor screen and use
the navigation keys to scroll through.
3. Pressto select each value and use the function keys to complete
your selection.
4. Press292

to confirm and close your selections.

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Result Details
The Results Details read-only page displays thenumber dialed and its status, measurement values of
the test parameters and their pass/fail status.

Phone Book
The Phone Book results page displays the Group #and type entry parameters when loading the results
file.

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User Auto Test

User Auto Test
User Auto Test runs a range of different user-defined tests that compare
measured results against stored threshold values to provide pass or failstatus and results. Test parameters and thresholds are inherited fromindividual tests.
To access User Auto Test:
1. From the Copper Main menu, use the up/down, left/right arrow keys
to highlight Auto Test and press.
2. Highlight User Auto Test and press

to start the test.

Summary
The Summary page displays the overall pass/failstatus of all tests selected for auto testing.


Current Group is the current test group name, forexample Auto Test.

Current Test displays the test being measured.
Here you can switch to another test from the given
list. However, this action will terminate theongoing measurement test.
When FED is Enabled, the FED icon and numericstate are displayed beside the Current Test.

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

Test Selection button opens a new page that allows you to select the
tests to include in the User Auto Test.



Result displays each test selected and its status.



Test Status displays the current state of measurement or an error
message.

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User Auto Test

To select the parameter values:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

Test Selection
The Test Selection page allows you to select the test types to include in theauto test, and set a Pause between tests by selecting ON or OFF. When FED
is Enabled on the FED Setup page, Pause is replaced with FED Stateparameters. All listed tests have a fixed duration (snapshot) and are notcontinuous. Graphs are not displayed.

The following tests are available:

Voltage detects AC RMS and DC voltages in the line.

Current checks for AC RMS and DC currents in the line.

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User Auto Test

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

Resistance uses DC current to measure the opposition to flow, or
resistance, between each of the lead combinations. It is also used to
identify possible faults, and to measure the resistance of the twisted
pair cable for estimating loop length.

Resistive Balance measures and compares the resistance of each leg.



Isolation measures the quality of insulation or sheathing for the copper
pairs.



Capacitance/Opens measures the capacitance of the cable for
estimating loop length.



VF Noise measures voice frequency noise in the line.

Power Influence measures the effects that 50 Hz and 60 Hz power line
(AC Mains) interference has on the circuit under test.



VF Impulse Noise measures the random occurrences of energy spikes
in the voice frequency range that have random amplitude and spectral
content.



WB PSD Noise measures power spectral density noise.



WB Impulse Noise measures the irregular occurrences of energy
spikes in the wideband range that have random amplitude andspectral content.



VF/AC Balance (Active) is very useful in identifying loops that will
suffer from crosstalk.



WB Balance ensures that the balance ratio for the twisted paircomplies with applicable standards so as to reduce the effects ofcommon-mode voltage to ground.



WB Attenuation measures the dissipation of power of a transmitted
signal as it travels over the copper line.



Load Coils detects the presence of load coils in the line.



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User Auto TestDRP (Data Rate Prediction) is a software option. When enabled, theprediction calculation is based on the PSD noise and wideband (WB)
attenuation measurement results up to 2.2 MHz. Ensure WB
Attenuation and WB PSD Noise tests are selected for DRP to function.
It is recommended to run the DRP test on open lines only
(non-terminated). For FED support, the FED state for both WB
Attenuation and WB PSD Noise must be set to Open 0.

Return Loss measures the loss of power in the Sweep frequency
returned/reflected by a discontinuity in a transmission line.

To select the tests:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to scroll through all the tests andhighlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to view and select the options.
OR
3. Presson a value to open a list box of options.

4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Pressto confirm and close your selections.

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Upload/Save Result
The Upload/Save Result tab allows you tosave/upload/export Auto Test results, using the upload
method (Wi-Fi, or Ethernet) previously selected in
System Settings\Upload Setup. The tab displays ascreen where the following information can beentered and functions performed:


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Identification Fields
User Name/User ID display the values set up
in the Application Settings/Identification
tab. You can edit this field using the editor
screen.

Contractor Name allows you to enter the name of a contractor
used to perform the tests.



Test From/To display the values set up in the Application
Settings/Identification tab. You can edit this field using the
choices from the list box.

Job ID allows you to create/edit a unique identifier for the task.

Customer Name is the name of the customer for which the test
was run.



Circuit ID allows you to create/edit a unique identifier for thecircuit under test.



Comments allow you to add any relevant information.

Save ResultSelect Result File button displays a list of existing file names
where you can save your results.

Result File Storage Location gives you the option of storing results
either in the MT internal memory or USB device. The default
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Result File Name previews the result file name which consists of
the Circuit ID, date and time as configured in System
Settings/Date and Time, and version number if there are multiple
versions with the same filename.



Upload & Save button initializes the result file upload andconfirms if the Upload File Name is saved successfully.



Save button confirms if the Result File Name is saved successfully.

Export ReportReport File Storage Location is dependent on whether Export to
EXFO Connect Client is enabled or not, in System
Settings\Upload Setup. If enabled, you can select either USB or
EXFO Connect Client as your test report storage location. If
disabled, USB is automatically selected.

Report Format is HTML, MHTML, or XML.
You can generate and export HTML, MHTML, or XML reports fromany saved test result.

Note: If EXFO Connect Client is selected, the available selections for Report
Format are only MHTML and XML.
Reports include:
General Information including Pass/Fail status.
Identification
Profile/Result Summary
Blank entries for your Signature and the Date.
Report File Name previews the result file name which consists of
the Circuit ID, date and time as configured in System
Settings/Date and Time, and version number if there are multiple
versions with the same filename.

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User Auto TestExport button confirms if the Report File Name is saved
successfully. If a USB device is not inserted, the following warning
dialogue box appears: USB device not present.

To set parameter values and save results:
1. Press the left/right and up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired
parameter.
2. Pressto display the list or select the value.

3. Press the up/down arrow key to highlight the desired value.
OR
4. Press the left arrow key to erase the existing value, and then use thealphanumeric keypad to enter a value. To cancel the entry, press.
5. Pressto accept the value.

Multimeter 1 Result
The Multimeter 1 Result page displays the following
results and pass/fail status:300



AC-DC Voltage - volts and frequency (Hz) values
for each continuous AC/DC Pair.



AC-DC Current - DC current, AC current andfrequency (Hz) values for each wire Pair.



Resistance for each wire Pair and Length for
T/R/A/B.

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Multimeter 2 Result
The Multimeter 2 Result page displays the following
results and pass/fail status:
Resistive Balance - R/B-Leg, T/A-Leg, Loop
resistance, and pass/fail status and values in Ω
and %.



Isolation - pass/fail status, Resistance and a Soak
Counter(s) for each wire Pair. If your unit has the
HIVOLT (high voltage) software option
configured, it enables Isolation Resistancetesting up to 500 V. Default is inherited from
Multimeter Isolation test.

Capacitance/Opens and Length for each wire Pair and overall
Capacitive Balance.

Noise Result
The Noise Result page displays the following results
and pass/fail status:


VF Noise measures voice frequency noise in the
line.



VF Impulse Noise - High, Mid, Low counts,
respective detection levels, and Elapsed Time.
Here the pass/fail status is for the Mid level only.



WB Impulse Noise - impulse Count, Detection
Level, and Elapsed Time.

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Noise Result Graph
The Noise Result Graph page displays the pass/failstatus and results in graphical format for the following
noise tests:
Power Influence measures the effects that 50 Hz
and 60 Hz powerline (AC Mains) interference hason the circuit under test.



WB PSD Noise - Max PSD and frequency and RMS
Noise values differentiating the Current tracefrom the Peak hold. This test can be viewed inLandscape Mode.

To select a test:
1. In the Select Test parameter, press the left/right arrow keys to view andselect the options.
OR
2. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired test.
3. Pressto confirm the test.

Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.

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Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys to display theprevious function keys.

Landscape Mode function key allows you to view the WB PSD Noise
results in landscape mode. Whether the keyboard is on the right or left
is dependent on your preferred Landscape Mode Settings configuredin Application Settings/General.

Frequency Result
The Frequency Result page displays results andpass/fail status for the VF/AC Balance test.

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Frequency Result Graphs
The Frequency Result Graphs page displays the results in text andgraphical format for the following frequency tests:

WB Balance displays pass/fail status, and mask if
the last selected threshold parameter was set to
Mask.



WB Attenuation displays pass/fail status, mask if
the last selected threshold parameter was set to
Mask, and values for:

Cable LengthElapsed Time (M:SS)

Load Coil (Detection) displays the number ofload coils.

Return Loss displays the pass/fail status and a graph of the Return
Loss Sweep compared to Marginal results. If the measurement isgreater/less than the marginal test threshold, represented by ahorizontal red line, the status is fail. Otherwise, the status is pass.

To select a test:
1. In the Select Test parameter, press the left/right arrow keys to view andselect the options.
OR
2. Presson a value to open a list box of options and press theup/down arrow keys to highlight the desired test.
3. Press304

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Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:Cursor - press the left/right arrow keys to decrease/increase thevalues by moving the cursor. Press and hold the left/right arrow
keys to accelerate the cursor. Press
to recall the cursor andplace it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys to display theprevious function keys.

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TDR Result
The TDR Result page displays the TDR test resultcable parameters and the distance to the mostsignificant reflection or Largest Event, in text andgraphical format in either Portrait or LandscapeMode. The distance (Delta) value between cursor
and marker is displayed in the top-right corner of thegraph.


Current Test displays the test being measured, forexample Auto TDR.



Range allows you to set the range from the given
list.



Gain is a non-editable value that is updated dependent on whether theRange was set to Auto or a manual value.



Pulse Width is a non-editable value that is updated dependent on the
Range.



VOP allows you to change the velocity of propagation value for thecable as a ratio of the speed of light.



Cable Setup button allows you to view the Cable Parameters of the
TDR test.



Select Graph button changes to Graph Selected when pressed andopens a new selection of function keys which allow you to maneuver
the graph as follows:

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Cursor/Marker allows you to select the cursor (blue) or marker(red) independently by toggling the function key. The footer
updates to reflect either Move cursor or Move marker. Press theleft/right arrow keys to decrease/increase the values by moving the
cursor/marker. Press and hold the left/right arrow keys toaccelerate the cursor/marker. Press
to recall the cursor/marker
and place it in the middle of the current x-axis limits.

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Zoom references the middle of the x/y axis and not the cursor
position. Press the arrow keys as follows:
Right = x-axis zoom in.
Left = x-axis zoom out.
Up = y-axis zoom in.
Down = y-axis zoom out.

Pan - use left/right arrow keys to pan the x-axis and the up/downarrow keys to pan the y-axis.



1:1 resets the x-axis and y-axis limits to full scale.

Return To Test removes these function keys and displays theprevious function keys.

Landscape Mode button allows you to configure and view theparameters and test results in landscape mode. Whether the keyboard
is on the right or left is dependent on your preferred Landscape Mode
Settings configured in Application Settings/General.

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TDR Result Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page allows you to configure and/orview the Cable Parameters set for the TDR test.

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Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill,and allows you to select an entry (with its
associated parameters) from the current Cable
Book, to use for testing. The selection is not saved
when leaving the test. The current Cable Book
entry is shown by default.



Cable Gauge identifies the gauge system formeasuring wire sizes, in AWG (American Wire
Gauge) units or mm (metric wire size).

Cable Fill displays the type of material the cable is filled with: Aircore,
Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or 2 PR. Setup in the Cable Book.



Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of propagation for the cable asa ratio of the speed of light.



Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either°F or °C.

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DRP Result
The Data Rate Prediction (DRP) is a software option
and requires that WB Attenuation and WB PSD Noise
tests are selected to enable the DRP test. Whenenabled, the page displays the predicted maximum
Downstream and Upstream data rates.


Recalculate button allows you to recalculate data
rates after editing the following Test Parameters:

SNR Margin is the signal-to-noise ratio margin
measured on the line.



Bits/Bin allows you to select the ADSL
bandwidth bit rate.

Technology allows you to select a frequency band of one of these
profiles: ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+, VDSL2-17a, or VDSL2-35b.

Note: VDSL2-35b requires the VDSL2-35b Data Rate Prediction software option
and CQ Board Revision J or higher.


Reference Point (side) is either CO (default) or CPE.

Information
Annex displays the mode: A or B.



Remote Noise Level ranges from -40 to -110 dBm/Hz (default) andis configurable in profile *.cqcfg files. The noise level value isdependent on the Reference Point.

To recalculate the DRP:
1. Press the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired parameter.
2. Press the left/right arrow keys to increase/decrease the values.
OR

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3. Presson a value to open a list box of options or the alphanumericeditor screen and use the navigation keys to scroll through.
4. Pressto confirm the value.

5. Press the up button to select the Recalculate button.

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Result Details
The Result Details for User Auto Test display all the saved resultspresented during the test. Please see Multimeter 1 Result on page 300,
Multimeter 2 Result on page 301, Noise Result on page 301, Noise Result
Graph on page 302, and Frequency Result on page 303 for more
information.

Summary
The Result Details Summary page displays theoverall pass/fail status of all tests selected for auto
testing. This page varies slightly from the run User
Auto Test page in that there are no configurable
parameters.


Test Group is the overall test group of theselected saved results file, for example Auto Test.

Test Identification is the test type of the group, forexample User Auto Test.



Cable Setup button opens a new page that allows
you to view the parameters of the cable used in
the Auto Test. Press
to open the page.

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Cable Setup
The Cable Setup page displays read-only parametersof the cable used in the Auto Test.

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

Cable Type displays the ID, Cable Name and Fill,(with its associated parameters) from the current
Cable Book, used for testing.



Cable Fill Material is the type of material thecable is filled with: Aircore, Jelly, Pulp, 5 PR, or
2 PR.



Velocity of Propagation is the velocity of
propagation for the cable as a ratio of the speed oflight.



Cable Temperature is the temperature of the cable under test in either°F or °C.

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Profile Details
Profile Details contains the details of the Test Selection settings for User
Auto Test. If FED is Enabled on FED Setup page, Pause is replaced by FED
States parameters and will show the FED state for each test.


Test Parameters button opens a new page displaying read-onlyparameter details of all tests.



Test Thresholds button opens new pages displaying read-only
threshold values for all tests.



FED displays Enabled or Disabled.

To access the test parameter and threshold results:
1. Press the left/right arrow keys to highlight a button.
2. Press

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Test Parameters
The Test Parameters page displays read-only parameter details of all tests.

Multimeter Parameter
The Multimeter Parameters page displays the profile
details of the cable parameters for all multimeter tests.

Noise 1 Parameter
The Noise 1 Parameter page displays the profile
details of the parameter values for the VF Noise,Power Influence, and VF Impulse Noise tests.

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Noise 2 Parameter
The Noise 2 Parameter page displays the profile
details of the parameter values for the WB
PSD/Impulse Noise tests.

Frequency Parameter
The Frequency Parameters page displays the profile
details of the parameter values for the WB
Balance/Attenuation, DRP, and Return Loss tests.

TDR Parameter
The TDR Parameters page displays the parametervalues of the TDR results.

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Test Thresholds
The Test Thresholds pages display read-only threshold values for each test.

Multimeter 1 Threshold
The Multimeter 1 Threshold page displays the AC/DC
Voltage and Current Test Thresholds and limits foreach Pair.

Multimeter 2 Threshold
The Multimeter 2 Threshold page displays the Test
Thresholds and limits for the following tests:

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Resistance displays values for each Pair.



Resistive Balance displays values for the test, in Ω
and %.



Isolation displays the Resistance thresholds foreach Pair.



Capacitance/Opens displays the Capacitive
Balance threshold for the test.

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Noise Threshold
The Noise Threshold page displays the Test
Thresholds and limits for the following tests:

VF NoisePower Influence

VF Impulse Noise displays the Mid Counterthreshold value and limit as well as the Low
Counter Power and Power Threshold
Separation.

WB PSD Noise displays the RMS Noise and limit.



WB Impulse Noise displays the Power Detection
Level, Counter threshold value and limit.

Frequency Threshold 1
The Frequency Threshold 1 page displays the
VF/AC Balance (Active) and WB Balance thresholdvalues and limits.

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Frequency Threshold 2
The Frequency Threshold 2 page displays
WB Attenuation and Return Loss test thresholdvalues and limits.

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General Maintenance
The MaxTester has been designed to be a rugged and lightweight piece oftest equipment. The MaxTester LCD display should only be cleaned using asoft, lint-free cloth and an anti-static cleaning solution. Ordinary detergentsand other cleaning solutions may cloud or scratch the surface and should
be avoided.
To help ensure long, trouble-free operation:


Keep the unit free of dust.



Clean the unit casing and front panel with a cloth slightly dampened
with water.

Store unit at room temperature in a clean and dry area. Keep the unit
out of direct sunlight.



Avoid high humidity or significant temperature fluctuations.



Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.



If any liquids are spilled on or into the unit, turn off the power
immediately and let the unit dry completely.

WARNINGThe use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than thosespecified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or
impair the protection provided by this unit.

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Recalibrating the Unit

Recalibrating the Unit
EXFO manufacturing and service center calibrations are based on the
ISO/IEC 17025 standard (General Requirements for the Competence ofTesting and Calibration Laboratories). This standard states that calibration
documents must not contain a calibration interval and that the user is
responsible for determining the re-calibration date according to the actualuse of the instrument.
The validity of specifications depends on operating conditions. For
example, the calibration validity period can be longer or shorter dependingon the intensity of use, environmental conditions and unit maintenance, as
well as the specific requirements for your application. All of these elements
must be taken into consideration when determining the appropriate
calibration interval of this particular EXFO unit.
Under normal use, the recommended interval for your MaxTester 610 is:
2 years.
For newly delivered units, EXFO has determined that the storage of thisproduct for up to six months between calibration and shipment does notaffect its performance (EXFO Policy PL-03).

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Recalibrating the Unit

To help you with calibration follow-up, EXFO provides a special calibration
label that complies with the ISO/IEC 17025 standard and indicates the unit
calibration date and provides space to indicate the due date. Unless you
have already established a specific calibration interval based on your own
empirical data and requirements, EXFO would recommend that the next
calibration date be established according to the following equation:
Next calibration date = Date of first usage (if less than six months
after the calibration date) + Recommended calibration period(2 years)
To ensure that your unit conforms to the published specifications,calibration may be carried out at an EXFO service center or, depending on
the product, at one of EXFO’s certified service centers. Calibrations at
EXFO are performed using standards traceable to national metrology
institutes.
Note: You may have purchased a FlexCare plan that covers calibrations. See theService and Repairs section of this user documentation for more
information on how to contact the service centers and to see if your planqualifies.

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Battery
The MaxTester is equipped with a Lithium-ion battery.

WARNING

Recharge the battery using only the MaxTester and with thebattery properly installed in the unit.

Never open the battery back panel of the MaxTester without
reading the Replacing the Battery section in this chapter.

When fully charged, the battery should provide between 3 and 10 hours of
power depending on different factors such as: type of tests performed,
display backlight level, and connected accessories.
Note: When the battery level is very low, tests cannot be performed. Plug in the
AC adapter for continued operation and to recharge the battery. However,the charge speed will be reduced.
To maximize the battery power of the MaxTester:
1. Lower the display backlight level using the application found in
Display and Language in the System Settings, when the unit is used
under low to medium light conditions.
2. Disconnect any unused USB or SD accessories.
3. Quit any running tests when the MaxTester is not in use.
4. Whenever possible, put the unit in suspend mode by pressing
the suspend notification sound plays, about 2 seconds.
5. When not in use, turn the unit off by pressing

until

for at least 4 seconds.

If the battery capacity remains low or outside the previously stated values,
it should be replaced. This could occur after 3 years depending on theusage. If your current battery capacity is lower than 8000 mAh, replace thebattery.

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Unit Temperature Handling
When the battery temperature reaches 55 °C, the unit temperature isdisplayed in the bar at the top of the unit and a warning message willappear. Tests stop automatically when the battery temperaturereaches 60 °C.

Replacing the Battery

WARNING
Only use an EXFO battery. Batteries from other suppliers could
result in serious damage to the MaxTester or personal injuries. See
Contacting the Technical Support Group on page 420 for
information on contacting EXFO.
Battery replacement should only be done by a qualified technician with theappropriate tools on an electronic bench or similar environment.
To replace the battery:
1. Remove all 4 screws of the battery back panel using a 1.5 mm Allen
key. Put aside the screws and the panel keeping the inside foam seal
clean. See LED Statuses on page 419.
2. Pull out the old battery using your fingers. Flipping the unit, battery-side
down, will ease removal. Do not use tools in order to prevent damage
to the battery envelope. Pull out the electrical connector. Put aside theold battery.
3. Remove the new battery from its package. Keep the package for futureuse. Plug in the electrical connector ensuring the pins are correctlyaligned. Place the new battery in the MaxTester.
4. Inspect the inside rib around the MaxTester battery compartment tomake sure it is free from any debris. Remove any debris using a dry
cloth. Replace the battery back panel. Replace the 4 screws with amoderate torque so the foam seal is evenly compressed without
damaging the screws.
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Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)

Battery Charging and Replacing
Charging the MaxTester battery can take up to 5 hours. This battery wascustom made for your unit; replacement batteries must be ordered from
EXFO.

Recycling and Disposal(Applies to European Union Only)
For complete recycling/disposal information as per European Directive
WEEE 2002/96/EC, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle.

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Solving Common Problems
The table below presents common problems and their solution.
ProblemPossible Cause

Impossible to turn on unit.  You did not press
long enough.

Solution Press

for a few
seconds.

 Battery discharged.

 Charge battery by Battery is missing.

 Insert a battery andconnecting the AC
adapter/charger.
replace battery backpanel.

 Unit temperature is too  Make sure that the unit iscold or too hot.

Battery does not charge as  Temperature is too
expected.
high.
 Battery is incorrectly

connected.

A battery status LED is red.  Battery temperature is
too high.

within the operation
temperature range. Youmight have to wait for theunit to warm up/cooldown.

 Ensure temperature is

within specifications.

 Ensure battery isconnected properly.

 Shut down the unit bypressing
and holding
it down for more than
10 seconds and/or until
the power LED goes off.

 Wait for the unit to cool

down, and then reboot it.

 Battery is defective.

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Problem

The unit is not responding.

Possible Cause

Solution Shut down the unit, as

above.

 Turn the unit on again toreset it.

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LED Statuses

LED Statuses
The left-side power and right-side battery LEDs are used to indicate
specific statuses of your unit. If you notice that one of the LEDs displays aparticular status, please see the table below to determine what could becausing it.

LED Legend
Power
State

Power
SourceDC

Battery Level

Error

N/A

Charging

N/A

ChargedFull

Solid green< 13 %

Red blinking

ON
BatteryFakesuspenda

DCPower LED
SingleBattery Pack

ChargerState

N/A 14 % - < 37 %
 38 % - < 62 %Battery LED
Red

Solid green

Solid yellow

Green blinking

Yellow blinking
Yellow> 63 %

Solid Green

Error

N/A

Red

Charging

N/A

ChargedFull

Solid green

Green blinking
Solid green

SuspendBattery

N/A

N/A

Yellow blinking Black

OFF

Battery

N/A

N/A

Black

a.

Black

Fake Suspend -- When AC/DC is plugged in, MaxTester will simulate the suspend modeby turning off the display in order to facilitate the charge.

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Contacting the Technical Support Group

Contacting the Technical Support GroupTo obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact
EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group isavailable to take your calls from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
(Eastern Time in North America).
Technical Support Group400 Godin Avenue
Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2
CANADA

1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada)
Tel.: 1 418 683-5498
Fax: 1 418 683-9224
support@exfo.com

For detailed information about technical support, and for a list of otherworldwide locations, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com.
If you have comments or suggestions about this user documentation, you
can send them to customer.feedback.manual@exfo.com.
To accelerate the process, please have information such as the name andthe serial number (see the product identification label), as well as a
description of your problem, close at hand.

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Transportation

Transportation
Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting theunit. Transportation damage can occur from improper handling. The
following steps are recommended to minimize the possibility of damage:

Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping.



Avoid high humidity or large temperature fluctuations.



Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.



Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.

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16 Warranty
General Information
EXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material andworkmanship for a period of one year from the date of original shipment.
EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications
under normal use.
During the warranty period, EXFO will, at its discretion, repair, replace,or issue credit for any defective product, as well as verify and adjust the
product free of charge should the equipment need to be repaired or if theoriginal calibration is erroneous. If the equipment is sent back forverification of calibration during the warranty period and found to meet all
published specifications, EXFO will charge standard calibration fees.

IMPORTANTThe warranty can become null and void if:unit has been tampered with, repaired, or worked upon by
unauthorized individuals or non-EXFO personnel.

warranty sticker has been removed.

case screws, other than those specified in this guide, have been
removed.

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case has been opened, other than as explained in this guide.



unit serial number has been altered, erased, or removed.

unit has been misused, neglected, or damaged by accident.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED,IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL EXFO BE LIABLE FOR
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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Warranty
Liability

Liability
EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product,
nor shall be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items towhich the product is connected or the operation of any system of which
the product may be a part.
EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from improper usage orunauthorized modification of the product, its accompanying accessories
and software.

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Exclusions

Exclusions
EXFO reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of
any of its products at any time without incurring obligation to make anychanges whatsoever on units purchased. Accessories, including but notlimited to fuses, pilot lamps, batteries and universal interfaces (EUI) usedwith EXFO products are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty excludes failure resulting from: improper use or installation,
normal wear and tear, accident, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning orother acts of nature, causes external to the product or other factors beyond
the control of EXFO.

IMPORTANTIn the case of products equipped with optical connectors, EXFO will
charge a fee for replacing connectors that were damaged due tomisuse or bad cleaning.

Certification
EXFO certifies that this equipment met its published specifications at thetime of shipment from the factory.

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Warranty
Service and Repairs

Service and Repairs
EXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years
following the date of purchase.
To send any equipment for service or repair:
1. Call one of EXFO’s authorized service centers (see EXFO Service
Centers Worldwide on page 335). Support personnel will determine if
the equipment requires service, repair, or calibration.
2. If equipment must be returned to EXFO or an authorized service
center, support personnel will issue a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number and provide an address for return.
3. If possible, back up your data before sending the unit for repair.
4. Pack the equipment in its original shipping material. Be sure to include
a statement or report fully detailing the defect and the conditions underwhich it was observed.
5. Return the equipment, prepaid, to the address given to you by support
personnel. Be sure to write the RMA number on the shipping slip. EXFO
will refuse and return any package that does not bear an RMA number.
Note: A test setup fee will apply to any returned unit that, after test, is found tomeet the applicable specifications.
After repair, the equipment will be returned with a repair report. If theequipment is not under warranty, you will be invoiced for the costappearing on this report. EXFO will pay return-to-customer shipping costs
for equipment under warranty. Shipping insurance is at your expense.
Routine recalibration is not included in any of the warranty plans. Since
calibrations/verifications are not covered by the basic or extended
warranties, you may elect to purchase FlexCare Calibration/Verification
Packages for a definite period of time. Contact an authorized service center(see EXFO Service Centers Worldwide on page 335).

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EXFO Service Centers Worldwide

EXFO Service Centers Worldwide
If your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service
center.
EXFO Headquarters Service Center
400 Godin Avenue
Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2
CANADAEXFO Europe Service Center
Winchester House, School Lane
Chandlers Ford, Hampshire S053 4DG
ENGLAND

1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada)
Tel.: 1 418 683-5498
Fax: 1 418 683-9224
support@exfo.com

Tel.: +44 2380 246800
Fax: +44 2380 246801
support.europe@exfo.com

EXFO Telecom Equipment(Shenzhen) Ltd.
Tel: +86 (755) 2955 3100
3rd Floor, Building C,
FuNing Hi-Tech Industrial Park, No. 71-3, Fax: +86 (755) 2955 3101
support.asia@exfo.com
Xintian Avenue,
Fuhai, Bao’An District,
Shenzhen, China, 518103

To view EXFO's network of partner-operated Certified Service Centersnearest you, please consult EXFO's corporate website for the complete listof service partners:
http://www.exfo.com/support/services/instrument-services/
exfo-service-centers.

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IndexIndex
A
AC requirements ......................................... 13
active......................................................... 205
after-sales service ...................................... 328
application
buzzer.................................................... 85change order ......................................... 84
file name ............................................... 83
general .................................................. 77
identification ......................................... 81
standard ................................................ 79
test list setup ......................................... 82
auto test
POTS ............................................ 289, 290
profile details......................................... 53
user ............................................. 289, 294

B
bridged tap ............................................... 255

Ccable book
add ........................................................ 71
clone...................................................... 73
delete .................................................... 74
details.................................................... 70
select ..................................................... 69
capacitance measurement........................... 77
cautionof personal hazard................................... 9of product hazard.................................... 9certification information .............................. vii
cleaning
front panel........................................... 319
continuous AC
current................................................. 119
voltage ................................................ 114

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continuous DC ........................................... 120
voltage................................................. 111
conventions, safety........................................ 9current....................................................... 120
continuous AC ..................................... 119
continuous DC ..................................... 120
snapshot .............................................. 117
thresholds ............................................ 118
current, electrical......................................... 13
customer service........................................ 334

D
delta .......................... 158, 250, 262, 267, 306
dialer ........................................................... 63
DRP.................................................... 297, 309
dual trace .................................................. 258

Eequipment returns..................................... 334
ethernet
symbol ................................................... 42

Ffaultmapper
cable setup .......................................... 164
TDR ...................................................... 165
FED 30, 78, 123, 125, 127, 136, 138, 274, 276,
279, 294, 313
details .................................................. 100
frequency............................................... 93
multimeter ............................................. 92
noise ...................................................... 92
open ...................................................... 88
other ...................................................... 94
pass through, exchange connect ........... 87
setup... 193, 197, 260, 273, 275, 278, 295,
313

337

Indexshorted .................................................. 88
states ..................................................... 91
front panel, cleaning ................................. 319

H
HIVOLT ...................................................... 301
hookup diagram........................ 142, 193, 197I
identification label .................................... 328
input current ............................................... 13
IST ..................................................... 188, 191

Llabel, identification ................................... 328
load coil .................................................... 259

Mmaintenancefront panel .......................................... 319
general information............................. 319
mask ......................................................... 214
masks ........................................................ 185
maximum input current .............................. 13

O
open.......................................................... 254

P
pair detective
cable setup .......................................... 153
multimeter........................................... 155
summary.............................................. 150
TDR...................................................... 156
thresholds............................................ 154
passive ...................................................... 207
peak function ............................................ 257

338

phone book
add group........................................ 58, 67
clone group ........................................... 59
delete group .......................................... 60
details .................................................... 56
load ....................................................... 61
save ....................................................... 62
select ..................................................... 56
power source, AC ........................................ 13
product
identification label ............................... 328
specifications ........................................... 8
profiledelete..................................................... 53
select ............................................... 46, 48
profile details
auto test ................................................ 53
frequency............................................... 52
main menu ............................................ 49
multimeter ............................................. 50
noise ...................................................... 51
TDR ........................................................ 52

R
resistancecontinuous........................................... 125
snapshot .............................................. 123
thresholds ............................................ 124
resistive balancesnapshot .............................................. 127
thresholds ............................................ 128
result manager
details .................................................. 103
FED details ........................................... 104
phone book ......................................... 104
profile details ....................................... 103
summary.............................................. 101
return merchandise authorization (RMA) .. 334

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safetycaution .................................................... 9
conventions ............................................. 9
warning ................................................... 9
service and repairs..................................... 334
service centers ........................................... 335
shipping to EXFO ...................................... 334
short fault ................................................. 253
single frequency ........................................ 223
snapshotcurrent................................................. 117
resistance............................................. 123
resistive balance .................................. 127
voltage ................................................ 116
specifications, product .................................. 8spectrum ................................................... 196
splice joint................................................. 256
spot........................................................... 192
station ground .......................................... 141
storage requirements ................................ 319
stressed balance
thresholds............................................ 146
summary
pair detective....................................... 150
sweep........................................................ 226
symbols, safety.............................................. 9

touchscreen ................................................. 23transportation requirements.............. 319, 329

U
user auto test
DRP ...................................................... 309
frequency............................................. 303
multimeter 1 ........................................ 300
multimeter 2 ........................................ 301
noise .................................................... 301
TDR ...................................................... 306

V
voltage
continuous AC ..................................... 114
continuous DC ..................................... 111
snapshot .............................................. 116
thresholds ............................................ 113

W
warranty
certification.......................................... 333
exclusions ............................................ 333
general................................................. 331
liability ................................................. 332
null and void........................................ 331

T
TDR ........................................................... 296
technical specifications.................................. 8technical support ...................................... 328
temperature for storage............................ 319
thresholds
current................................................. 118
pair detective....................................... 154
resistance............................................. 124
resistive balance .................................. 128
stressed balance .................................. 146
voltage ................................................ 113

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