Argus 152 User manual

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ARGUS 152
Manual
Version: 2.20 / EN
Important note:
An ARGUS basic package contains at least one DSL interface (ADSL or VDSL), which
includes a variety of functions and tests. All other interfaces and functions are available as
options (see datasheet). Therefore, depending on the scope of function supplied, individual
menu options may be hidden.

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 by intec Gesellschaft für Informationstechnik mbH
D-58507 Lüdenscheid, Germany, 08/2016
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1Introduction .........................................................................................7
2Safety information ............................................................................11
2.1 Safety and transport information for the battery pack ..................13
3General technical data .....................................................................15
4Quick-start guide ..............................................................................17
5Configuring accesses ......................................................................23
5.1 Access wizard ...................................................................................24
5.2 Phys. parameters ..............................................................................29
5.3 Profile .................................................................................................30
5.4 Notices ...............................................................................................32
6Physical layer ....................................................................................34
7Operation on xDSL accesses ..........................................................35
7.1 Configuring the xDSL interface .......................................................36
7.2 xDSL settings ....................................................................................37
7.3 ARGUS in access mode xTU-R .......................................................43
7.4 ARGUS in access mode xTU-R bridge ...........................................66
7.5 ARGUS in access mode xTU-R router ............................................68
8Operation with Ethernet accesses ..................................................70
8.1 Configuring the Ethernet interface .................................................71
8.2 Ethernet settings ..............................................................................72
8.3 Establishing an Ethernet connection .............................................73
9Virtual lines (VL) ...............................................................................75
9.1 Virtual lines in the status screen .....................................................75
9.2 Virtual line profiles (VL profiles) .....................................................77
9.3 Activating a virtual line ....................................................................79
9.3.1 Starting a service .......................................................................79
9.3.2 Assigning additional virtual lines ................................................80
9.4 Virtual line settings ...........................................................................85
9.5 Displaying protocol statistics ..........................................................92
10 Services .............................................................................................96
10.1 Displaying service statistics ............................................................97
11 Overview of tests andhotkey assignment ......................................98
12 Loop .................................................................................................102
13 ATM tests .........................................................................................108
13.1 VPI/VCI scan ....................................................................................108
13.2 ATM-OAM ping ................................................................................111

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14 IP tests .............................................................................................114
14.1 IP ping ..............................................................................................114
14.2 Traceroute .......................................................................................120
14.3 HTTP download ...............................................................................124
14.4 FTP download .................................................................................129
14.5 FTP upload ......................................................................................133
14.6 FTP server .......................................................................................137
15 VoIP tests ........................................................................................144
15.1 Starting VoIP telephony .................................................................152
15.1.1 VoIP back-to-back .................................................................160
15.2 VoIP wait ..........................................................................................161
16 IPTV tests ........................................................................................164
16.1 IPTV ..................................................................................................164
16.1.1 Multiple virtual lines ...............................................................168
16.2 IPTV scan .........................................................................................179
16.3 IPTV passive ....................................................................................186
16.4 Video on demand (VoD) .................................................................190
17 Parallel tests ....................................................................................198
18 Auto tests ........................................................................................204
19 Operation on an ISDN Access .......................................................208
19.1 Setting the ISDN Interface and Access Mode ..............................208
19.2 Initialization phase followed by a B channel Test .......................209
19.3 ISDN Settings ..................................................................................212
19.4 Bit Error Rate Test ..........................................................................216
19.5 Supplementary Services Test ........................................................226
19.6 Service check ..................................................................................230
19.7 X.31 Test ..........................................................................................232
19.8 Call Forwarding (CF) ......................................................................240
19.9 Automatic Performance of Multiple Tests ....................................244
19.10 Connection ......................................................................................248
19.11 Time Measurement .........................................................................257
19.12 Managing Multiple Tests on an ISDN Access ..............................260
19.13 The L1 State of an S-Bus Access ..................................................265
19.14 Monitor .............................................................................................266
19.15 Leased Lines on an ISDN Access .................................................269
19.16 Level Measuring on an ISDN Access ............................................275
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20 Operation on a POTS access .........................................................278
20.1 Setting the POTS Interface ............................................................278
20.2 POTS Settings .................................................................................279
20.3 Connection on a POTS Access .....................................................281
20.4 POTS Monitor ..................................................................................282
20.5 Level Measuring on a POTS Access .............................................283
21 PESQ ................................................................................................284
21.1 PESQ configuration ........................................................................284
21.2 PESQ test on xDSL or Ethernet access via VoIP .........................286
21.3 PESQ test on an ISDN access .......................................................288
21.4 PESQ test on an POTS access ......................................................289
22 Copper tests ....................................................................................290
22.1 R measurement ...............................................................................290
22.1.1 Wire types ..............................................................................291
22.1.2 Starting R measurement ........................................................293
22.2 RC measurement ............................................................................295
22.3 Line scope .......................................................................................297
22.3.1 Starting the line scope ...........................................................297
22.3.2 Graph functions .....................................................................300
22.4 Active Probe ....................................................................................308
22.4.1 Active Probe II .......................................................................308
22.4.2 Connecting the Active Probe II ..............................................309
22.4.3 Starting Active Probe II (example with line scope) ................309
22.5 TDR / Advanced TDR ......................................................................312
22.5.1 TDR settings ..........................................................................312
22.5.2 Starting TDR ..........................................................................312
22.5.3 Graph functions .....................................................................314
22.5.4 Examples ...............................................................................320
22.6 Line Qualification ............................................................................323
22.6.1 Line qualification settings .......................................................323
22.6.2 Starting Line qualification .......................................................326
22.7 Line symmetry ................................................................................333
22.7.1 Line symmetry settings ..........................................................333
22.7.2 Start Line symmetry ...............................................................336
23 Ethernet cable tests ........................................................................339
23.1 Configuring the Ethernet interface ...............................................339
23.2 Ethernet cable test settings ...........................................................339
23.3 Ethernet cable test ..........................................................................341
23.3.1 Starting Ethernet cable test ...................................................341
23.4 Ethernet port flash ..........................................................................345
23.4.1 Starting Ethernet port flash ....................................................345
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24 Test results ......................................................................................347
24.1 Saving test results ..........................................................................348
24.2 Displaying saved test results ........................................................349
24.3 Sending test results to a PC ..........................................................349
24.4 Delete test results ...........................................................................350
24.5 Sending all test results to PC ........................................................350
24.6 Deleting all test results ..................................................................351
25 WLAN ...............................................................................................352
25.1 Starting WLAN ................................................................................353
25.2 Test results via WLAN ....................................................................354
25.3 WLAN in router mode .....................................................................355
26 ARGUS settings ..............................................................................356
26.1 Configuring the device ...................................................................356
26.2 Backing up and restoring settings ................................................361
26.3 Restoring the factory settings .......................................................363
26.4 Saving numbers in the speed dial memory ..................................364
27 Using the battery pack ...................................................................365
28 Firmware update .............................................................................367
29 Appendix .........................................................................................370
A) Abbreviations ...................................................................................370
B) Vendor identification numbers .........................................................379
C) CAUSE-Messages – DSS1 Protocol ...............................................380
D) ARGUS Error Messages (DSS1) .....................................................382
E) Error message: PPP connection ......................................................384
F) Error message: Download test ........................................................385
G) HTTP status codes: .........................................................................386
H) General Error Messages ..................................................................388
I) VoIP SIP status codes .....................................................................389
J) Software Licenses ...........................................................................392
K) Index ................................................................................................393

1 Introduction
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1 Introduction
The VDSL+ADSL universal test set
Compact, lightweight and robust: The ARGUS 152 multifunction tester checks interfaces
and services quickly and reliably - and at a very reasonable price. VDSL2 (incl. Vectoring),
ADSL, Ethernet, ISDN (BRI S/T/U) and POTS, as well as the physical condition of the local
loop, can be easily tested without having to swap modules.
Gigabit Ethernet interface and tests
A new high-quality ADSL/VDSL chipset with improved efficiency ensures that the ARGUS
152 delivers high-performance testing and rapid analysis. In addition to resistance,
capacitance and voltage measurement, the ARGUS 152 features, when using its Gigabit
Ethernet interface, an optional HTTP download, which enables speeds with multiple 
100 Mbit/s on the protocol level. The ARGUS 152's Ethernet cabling tests make it possible
to detect shorts, opens or mismatches, but also the delay or polarity of the wire pairs,
among other things.
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Physical analysis of the local loop
On request, the universal tester can also be extended on an individual basis, thus offering
the user a high degree of flexibility. For instance, additional copper tests (Cu tests) can be
used to assess line quality, even without synchronization with the DSLAM. If necessary,
these tests can also be considerably extended in the field by simply connecting the
compact ARGUS Copper Box via USB, thus enabling all important electrical parameters
such as voltage, current, isolation resistance, LCL and NEXT (at 1 MHz), and many more,
to be automatically and quickly determined via tip, ring and ground. The optional Active
Probe II can even be used to carry out high-impedance measurements on an existing DSL
connection, without creating interference on it.
To quickly identify any asymmetries between the wires, if required, a symmetry test
compares the balance over the whole DSL frequency spectrum (up to 30 MHz) between
the tip wire and the ring wire with reference to ground. In the event of damage, the
integrated TDR (Time Domain Reflectometer) function can be used to measure line lengths
and trace sources of faults, such as bridged taps. Moreover, if required, an Advanced TDR
function (Adv. TDR) can be integrated, with which line lengths and sources of faults can be
detected even more accurately. If lines without a DSL receiver (e.g. in the case of a
rewiring) need to be tested for their DSL suitability, the ARGUS 152 can optionally check
this without any problem, even if there is no DSLAM. Regardless of line condition and
length, the user can use two devices and an activated Line Qualification (LQ) function to
determine data rates, even when systems consisting of a modem (xTU-R) and DSLAM
(xTU-C) fail.

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Parallel Triple Play and Quality of Service (QoS)
Easy Triple Play testing: The handheld tester also offers an optional Triple Play analysis for
testing VoIP, IPTV and data services over xDSL and Ethernet. Thanks to its handset, the
ARGUS 152 can simulate not only terminal equipment such as a telephone, PC or STB, but
can also determine all relevant quality parameters. In this way, for example, voice quality
can be evaluated according to the MOS method. Several of these IP tests can also
optionally be performed using the new, more powerful IPv6 protocol.
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Easy operation
The large 320 x 240 pixel colour display and an intuitive menu structure, among other
things, guarantee user-friendly operation. A high-performance Li-Ion battery pack ensures
long operating times in the field.
You can download free software updates to ARGUS from you PC at any time. Updates are
available at www.argus.info/en/service/downloads.

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Overview of key ARGUS functions:
xDSL interfaces (ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+, VDSL2)
- Synchronisation with DSLAM (xTU-C) and determination of all relevant
connection parameters and error counters
- Bridge, router and terminal-device modes, via IPv4 and IPv6
Ethernet interfaces
- Gigabit Ethernet test interfaces (10/100/1000 Base-T)
- Ethernet cabling tests
IP and ATM tests via xDSL and Ethernet
- ATM Tests (only for ADSL)
- ATM-OAM ping, ATM-OAM cell loop, VPI/VCI scan
- IP tests
- Ping and traceroute tests (BRAS information, PPP trace, VLAN), via IPv4 and IPv6
- Download tests for measuring throughput (HTTP-download, FTP-up/download)
- FTP server test, up/download from ARGUS to ARGUS
- Parallel testing of multiple services (VoIP, IPTV,...)
- VoIP test
- VoIP terminal device simulation, including acoustics (var. codecs), via IPv4 and IPv6
- OK/FAIL assessment of VoIP speech quality (QoS) according to:
- MOSCQE (ITU-T P.800), E-model (ITU-T G.107)
- PESQ (ITU-T P.862) in conjunction with PESQ server software
- IPTV tests
- Stream request (STB mode), IPTV channel scan, IPTV passive
- OK/FAIL assessment and display of quality parameters
ISDN functions
- U-interface (4B3T or 2B1Q) according to ANSI T1.601
- BRI interface according to ITU-T I.430 in TE and NT operation
- D-channel monitoring via BRI interface
- Testing of BRI fixed lines
- Automatic service and service-feature tests, and much more
- Assessment of ISDN speech quality directly on BRI or U-interface
- PESQ (ITU-T P.862) + MOSLQO in conjunction with PESQ server SW

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Note:
Detailed explanations regarding the Copper Box may be found in the separate
documentation for the respective device.
You should receive these together with your equipment. You can also download
the latest manuals at http://www.argus.info/en/service/downloads, or simply
contact our Service Department:
intec Gesellschaft für Informationstechnik mbH
Rahmedestr. 90
D-58507 Lüdenscheid
Tel.: [phone] / 9070-0
Fax: [phone] / 9070-70
www.argus.info/en
[email protected]
POTS functions
- Fully functional integrated analogue handset (POTS)
- With DTMF and CLIP display, pulse dialling
- High-ohm 2-wire monitor with voltage measurement
- Assessment of analogue speech quality directly at POTS access
- PESQ (ITU-T P.862) + MOSLQO in conjunction with PESQ server SW
Copper test (Cu test) functions
- Copper Box: expansion of the ARGUS copper test function, see ARGUS Copper Box
manual
- R-measurement: ARGUS continually measures resistance and displays the values in
real time (loop resistance)
- RC measurement: Test of loop resistance or capacitance of open line (including 
calculation of line length)
- Line Scope: High-performance realtime Line Scope with display in time and 
frequency range (FFT) up to 30 MHz
-TDR:Time domain reflectometer to measure line lengths and locate faults
- Line qualification: Checking of the local loop for its suitability for DSL, including a 
DSL data rate estimation
- Line symmetry: The line symmetry measures the frequency-dependent symmetry 
of a pair of cores
Local loop acceptance log
When connected to a PC via a USB port, ARGUS can be used to generate and print out a
detailed measurement log on the PC using the software WINplus / WINanalyse.

2 Safety information
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2 Safety information
ARGUS may only be operated using the accessories supplied with the device. The use of
other accessories can result in faulty measurements or even damage to ARGUS and the
connected equipment. Only use ARGUS according to the instructions contained in this
accompanying document. Use in any other manner can cause harm to persons or destroy
your ARGUS.
- Before connecting ARGUS to an access, make sure that no dangerous
voltages or voltages for which ARGUS and its accessories are not specified
are present. Also keep in mind that the voltage can change over the time that
the device is connected.
- Use ARGUS only according to its intended purpose at all interfaces and local
loops.
- Voltages over 50 V AC and 120 V DC can cause death.
- Never conduct measurements without the battery pack!
- ARGUS is not waterproof. Therefore, protect ARGUS against water
penetration.
- Before replacing the battery pack, disconnect the power adapter and all
measuring leads and power ARGUS down.
ATTENTION: Never remove the battery pack during operation.
- Remove the power adapter from the mains socket as soon as ARGUS is
switched off or no longer in use (e.g.after charging the battery pack)!
- ARGUS may only be used by trained personnel.
- ARGUS may only be operated using the power adapter supplied with the
device.
- Only manufacturer-approved headsets may be connected to the headset
socket; any other use of this socket (e.g. connection to a home entertainment
system) is expressly prohibited.
- Only the Active Probe II, the ARGUS Copper Box and the other
manufacturer-approved USB devices without mains connection may be
connected to the USB host interface (USB-A). Any other use (e.g. connection
to a PC) is expressly prohibited.
- If external USB devices are used on the USB-host interface (USB-A), no
warranty is assumed for occurrences outside the mechanical wear of normal
plug-in.
- In battery power mode, always cover the ARGUS power socket with the
supplied rubber protective cap labelled "Power".
- The electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) has been tested according to the
regulations specified in our conformity declaration.
ARGUS is a class A device. This device can cause radio interference in
residential areas. In this case, the user may be required to implement
appropriate measures.

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Return and environmentally compatible disposal
Currently applicable environmental legislation restricts the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic devices, particularly the concentration respectively
use of lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)],
polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE).

We hereby affirm on the basis of the assurances, designations and documentation of our
suppliers that all our ARGUS-brand measurement technology products are free of
substances in concentrations, preparations or applications whose market release is
prohibited pursuant to the applicable requirements of the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU of the
European Parliament and Council dated 8 June 2011. Our EAR registration number is:
WEEE reg. no. DE 92829367.

Since October 2005, we have been marking all our measuring devices with this symbol, in
compliance with WEEE 2002/96/EC and the corresponding German statute ElektroG:
( (DIN EN 50419).
In other words, ARGUS and its accessories, may not be disposed of as household waste.
Please consult with our Service department with respect to the return of old devices.
- Active charging of the battery pack and automatic charging (on by default)
may only be carried out in a temperature range of 0 °C to +40 °C.
- The device may not be used during thunderstorms.
- If ARGUS is operated under extreme conditions, it can be set to energy-
saving mode to protect the device and the user; this can interrupt the running
test and drop the connection. 
To ensure dependable extended operation of ARGUS, always make sure that
it is optimally protected against high temperatures.
- The device may not be opened.
- Please observe the following safety and transport information when using the
lithium-ion battery pack.
- Before starting a test or synchronising on an interface, determine how you
want to supply power to ARGUS (battery pack or power adapter). The car
adapter is only for charging the device. When ARGUS is connected to this
adapter, you should not run any tests or synchronise on a DSL interface.

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2.1 Safety and transport information for the battery pack
Transport
The battery pack has been tested according to the UN directive(ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev. 4,
part III., subchapter 38.3). Protective functions have been implemented to guard against
short-circuit, destruction and dangerous reverse currents. As the battery pack contains a
lithium quantity below current thresholds, it is not subject to international regulations 
governing hazardous materials either as an individual part or mounted in ARGUS. When
transporting multiple battery packs, however, you may also need to observe this safety
information. Further information is available on request.
Failure to observe the following danger and warning information can impair
the protective functions of the battery pack. This can cause extremely high
voltages and currents which can in turn result in abnormal chemical
reactions, acid leaks, overheating, smoke, explosion and/or fire. Additionally,
failure to observe this information can negatively impact both the
performance capacity and the performance duration.
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Hazard information and warnings
1. Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.
2. Do not through the battery pack into fire or overheat it (> 60 °C).
3. The battery pack must not become wet or damp.
4. Active charging of the battery pack and automatic charging (on by default) may
only be carried out in a temperature range of 0 °C to +40 °C. 
To maximise battery life, do not store the battery long-term at temperatures above
+50 °C.
5. The battery pack may only be charged using the corresponding ARGUS device or
an approved charger.
6. Do not puncture the battery pack with a sharp object.
7. Do not throw the battery pack or expose it to shocks.
8. Do not use battery packs that have become damaged or deformed.
9. The battery pack contacts have a specific polarity and may not be inserted in
ARGUS or a charging device with reverse polarity.
10. Only connect the battery pack to the corresponding ARGUS or charger in the
intended manner.
11. The battery pack may not be directly connected to electrical outputs such as
power adapters, car adapters etc.
12. Only use the battery pack with ARGUS.
13. Do not attach, transport or store the battery pack together with metallic objects.
14. Do not expose the battery pack to electrostatic charges.
15. The battery pack may not be charged or discharged together with primary
batteries or other battery packs.

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16. If the battery pack fails to charge by the end of the charging time, it can no longer
be recharged.
17. Do not expose the battery pack to excessive pressure.
18. If the battery pack emits odours or heat, becomes discoloured or deformed or
otherwise appears different from normal during operation, charging or storage,
immediately remove the battery pack from the device and never use it again.
19. In the event that acid leaks and comes in contact with eyes or skin, wash
immediately with clean water. Do not rub. In both cases, seek medical attention
immediately. Otherwise, permanent injury may occur.
20. Keep the battery pack away from children.
21. Read this manual and the corresponding safety information carefully before using
the battery pack.
22. If odours, rust or other abnormalities are detected before the first use, contact
intec GmbH to clarify the next steps.

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3 General technical data
ARGUS user safety tested according to EN60950-1
RoHS conformity pursuant to the WEEE directive
The electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) was tested according
to the regulations specified in our declaration of conformity.
CE marking
ARGUS 152 complies with EC directives 2004/108/EC and
2009/C197/03. We will be happy to provide a detailed
declaration of conformity on request
Device specifications
Dimensions/weight Inputs/outputs
Height: 235 mm 
Width: 97 mm 
Depth: 65 mm
Weight: approx. <780 g
(1.72 lbs)
(incl. battery pack)
- RJ-45 (S0/BRI) for BRI
- RJ-45 (Line) for xDSL, POTS, U-interface and 
Copper tests
- Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-T
- Ethernet 10/100 Base-T or USB-A socket, USB-
host interface
- USB-A socket, USB-host interface
- USB-B socket,USB client interface
- Headset input
Control panel
25 keys
LCD display Temperature range
LCD colour display with
switchable background
illumination 320 x 240
pixels
Temperature range for charging battery pack: 0 °C to +40 °C
Operating temperature (in battery mode): -10 °C to +50 °C
Operating temperature (with power/car adapter): 0 °C to +40 °C
Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C
Humidity: up to 95 % rel. humidity, non-condensing
Power supply
Lithium ion battery pack with 7.2 V rated voltage (observe the
safety information) or 12 V/1.5 A ARGUS power adapter
Miscellaneous

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Supported standards
ADSL (Line):
ITU-T G.992.1, Annex A (ADSL)
ITU-T G.992.2, Annex A (G.lite)
ITU-T G.992.3, Annex A (ADSL2)
ITU-T G.992.5, Annex A (ADSL2+)
ITU-T G.992.1, Annex B (ADSL)
ITU-T G.992.3, Annex B (ADSL2)
ITU-T G.992.5, Annex B (ADSL2+)
ITU-T G.992.5, Annex J (ADSL2+)
ITU-T G.992.3, Annex L 
(RE-ADSL2 via analogue)
ITU-T G.992.3, Annex L 
(RE-Narrow PSD ADSL2 via POTS)
ITU-T G.992.3, Annex M (ADSL2)
ITU-T G.992.5, Annex M (ADSL2+)
ANSI T1.413
ISDN-BRI (S0/BRI):
ITU-T I.430
ITU-T G.821
ITU-T X.31
ISDN U-interface (Line):
ANSI T1.601
VDSL (Line):
ITU-T G.993.2 (VDSL2)
ITU-T G.993.5, G.vector (Vectoring)
Profiles
8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 12a, 12b, 17a, 30a
ITU-T G.998.4 (G.INP, Retransmission)
R/RC measurement (Line):
Resistance test:
- Accuracy for 20 - 100 ±10 %
- Accuracy for 100 - 100 k ±2 %
Capacitance test:
- Accuracy for 1 nF - 1 µF: ±5 %
Ethernet (LAN):
IEEE 802.3 
- 10 Base-T 
- 100 Base-T
- 1000 Base-T
Autonegotiation
Auto-MDI(X)
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Dielectric strength:
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Line:
DC: max. +200 V
AC: max. +100 Vpp (Copper tests only)
DC: max. +200 V (xDSL)
DC: max. +130 V (for POTS)
DC: max. +145 V (for U-interface)
S0/BRI:
DC: max. +48 V
DC voltage measurements:
- Accuracy: ±2 %

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4 Quick-start guide
LEDs
Softkeys
Cursor keys
Enter key
Level key
Telephony: Answer/hang up
Power
Microphone Belt clip
Number block
LC display
Back key
Shift key
Loudspeaker
Power key
-
-
-
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Switches on ARGUS
Reactivation after power-down (adjustable, see page 359)
Switches on display illumination (also possible with any other key). In
battery mode, the display illumination switches off automatically after an
interval that can be set in ARGUS (see page 359).
Switches off ARGUS (key must be held down): after an adjustable
interval (e.g. after 10 minutes), ARGUS automatically shuts down in
battery mode (see page 365). When the power supply is attached, the
ARGUS battery recharges automatically once the device is switched off
(see page 365 Using the battery pack)
Enter key
-
-
-
-
Opens menu
Switches to next display
Starts/opens test
Accepts setting

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Back key
-
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-
-
-
Switches ARGUS back to the previous display without saving current
entries, e.g. changes in a configuration parameter
Cancels tests
Exits graphic displays
Switches to main menu after powering up
Cursor keys
-
-
-


-
-
-
-
Browses display lines page by page (vertical cursor keys)
Cursor movement within a display line (horizontal cursor keys)
Within selection lists or statistics, the horizontal cursor keys can be used
to jump to the end (right cursor key) or the beginning (left cursor key) of
the displayed list
Select a menu, a function or a test
Set measuring ranges in copper test
Move display cursor in graphic displays
Select functions in graphic status screen
Telephony
ISDN and POTS
-
-
Answers and hangs up
Simplified single call: press the handset key twice (ISDN only)
xDSL (access mode xTU-R, xTU-R Router) and Ethernet
- Starts VoIP telephony
Level key
-
-
-
-
-
Opens the graphic status screen
BRI, U-interface access: starts single-layer measurement (level/voltage)
xDSL access: displays results
Ethernet: opens results
Start/stop function for realtime analyses (Line Scope / TDR)
Number block
-
-



Entry of numerals 0 through 9, letters and special characters
Direct function call, depending on the selected access (hot key), e.g.
page 100 et seq.

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ARGUS is mainly controlled using the four cursor keys, the Enter key , the Back key
, the Level key and the three softkeys.
The bottom line of the display shows the current softkey assignments.
In the following pages of this manual, only the respective currently valid softkey function is
displayed in angle brackets < > , e.g. <Menu>. The softkey < > performs the same 
function as the Enter key , the softkey <>has the same effect as the cursor key on
the ARGUS keypad.
Softkeys
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


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The function of the three softkeys depends on the respective situation.
The currently assigned function appears in the bottom line of the display
in the form of three blue fields with white letters, e.g.:
<Menu>: opens main menu
<Start>: establishes a connection or starts a test

Other softkeys are described in the corresponding chapters of this
manual.
Shift key
In some menus, a green "S" in a green circle appears in the top line of the
display.
In these menus, the softkeys are assigned two functions. The Shift key
toggles the softkey assignment (see example page 169).
Example:
Press Shift to change 
the softkey assignment.

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Top connections
Bottom connections
PWR
For external power adapter.
When the external power adapter is connected,
ARGUS switches off the battery power supply.
ARGUS recharges the battery automatically once it
is switched off (see page 365).
USB-A or USB-A 1/2
USB-host interface 
(Active Probe II + Copper Box)
USB-B (mini-USB)
USB-client interface (PC connection)
Headset socket
ARGUS check regularly if there are any
USB devices connected.

Yellow Link/Data LED:
signals physical connection with another
Ethernet port
- LED steadily illuminated: 
connecting
- Flashing LED: transmitting/
receiving
S0/BRI
Access BRI Pin assignment: 3/6, 4/51
Line
Access POTS 
Access U-interface 
Access xDSL 
Access Copper
Pin assignment: 4/5
Pin assignment: 4/51
Pin assignment: 4/5
Pin assignment: 4/5
LAN
Connection to a PC network card.
Connection to the Ethernet interface of an xDSL
modem, router (IAD) or hub/switch or another
Ethernet interface (access: Ethernet).
The green Speed LED and yellow Link/
Data LED indicate transmission speed
- LED on: 10/100 Base-T
Green Speed LED indicates transmission
speed
- LED on: 10/100/1000 Base-T