Comtech EF Data SpectrumVue-2 User manual

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SpectrumVue-2
SpectrumVue-2 User's Guide
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Description................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Security...................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Remote Connections ................................................................................................................. 3
1.4 Safety......................................................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 2. Getting Started .............................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 Installation.................................................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 6
2.2.1 Web Configuration Manager .................................................................................. 6
2.2.2 Factory Defaults ..................................................................................................... 7
2.2.3 Network .................................................................................................................. 8
2.2.4 Passwords.............................................................................................................. 9
2.2.5 Calibration ............................................................................................................ 10
2.2.6 Port Names .......................................................................................................... 11
2.2.7 License................................................................................................................. 11
2.2.8 Interface ............................................................................................................... 12
2.2.9 Firmware .............................................................................................................. 12
2.2.10 Reset.................................................................................................................... 13
Chapter 3. GUI.............................................................................................................................................. 15
3.1 Main Screen............................................................................................................................. 16
3.2 Controls and Menus ................................................................................................................ 17
3.3 Cross Polarity Mode ................................................................................................................ 26
3.4 Measurement Time.................................................................................................................. 27
3.5 Carrier Monitor......................................................................................................................... 28
3.5.1 New Measurement............................................................................................... 29
3.5.2 Toolbar ................................................................................................................. 29

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3.5.3 Notifications.......................................................................................................... 31
3.5.4 Command Line..................................................................................................... 31
Chapter 4. SNMP .......................................................................................................................................... 33
Chapter 5. Technical Specifications .............................................................................................................. 35
Chapter 6. Maintenance................................................................................................................................ 37
6.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................................... 37
6.2 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 37
6.3 Calibration................................................................................................................................ 37
Figures
Figure 1-1 SpectrumVue-2 1 RU Front Panel.....................................................................................1
Figure 1-2 SpectrumVue-2 Standalone Front Panel..........................................................................1
Figure 1-3 SpectrumVue-2 Chassis...................................................................................................2
Figure 2-1 Login Web page example..................................................................................................7
Figure 2-2 Network tab example.........................................................................................................8
Figure 2-3 Save Complete message example....................................................................................9
Figure 2-4 Passwords tab...................................................................................................................9
Figure 2-5 Calibration tab .................................................................................................................10
Figure 2-6 Port Names tab................................................................................................................11
Figure 2-7 License tab ......................................................................................................................11
Figure 2-8 Interface tab.....................................................................................................................12
Figure 2-9 Firmware tab....................................................................................................................12
Figure 2-10 Flash Firmware page example ......................................................................................13
Figure 2-11 Reset tab .......................................................................................................................13
Figure 3-1 SpectrumVue-2 GUI window ..........................................................................................16
Figure 3-2 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Main Screen ..................................................................................17
Figure 3-3 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Control Buttons .............................................................................18
Figure 3-4 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Cross Polarity Mode......................................................................27

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Figure 3-5 Long Capture Time dialog ...............................................................................................27
Figure 3-6 SpectrumVue-2 GUI – New Measurement .....................................................................29
Figure 3-7 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Carrier Monitor ..............................................................................30
Tables
Table 3-1 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Preset...............................................................................18
Table 3-2 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Frequency ........................................................................19
Table 3-3 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Span.................................................................................19
Table 3-4 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Amplitude .........................................................................19
Table 3-5 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Bandwidth ........................................................................20
Table 3-6 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Measure ...........................................................................21
Table 3-7 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – System .............................................................................21
Table 3-8 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – State.................................................................................22
Table 3-9 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Trace................................................................................ 22
Table 3-10 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Markers ..........................................................................23
Table 3-11 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Report ............................................................................25
Table 3-12 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Save/Open .....................................................................25
Table 3-13 SpectrumVue-2 GUI Button – Carrier Monitor ...............................................................25
Table 3-14 Toolbar buttons...............................................................................................................30

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About this User Guide
This user guide contains installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data (CEFD)
SpectrumVue-2.
The user guide is a single resource for information including, but not limited to the set up, operation,
management, and troubleshooting of the SpectrumVue-2.
Intended Audience
The information in this user guide is for operators of the SpectrumVue-2.
Conventions and References
Patents and Trademarks
Comtech EF Data's Patents and Patents Pending are available for review
http://patents.comtechefdata.com.
Comtech EF Data acknowledges that all trademarks are the property of the trademark owners.
Microsoft®, Windows®, Internet Explorer® and Visio® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Mozilla Firefox® is a registered trademark of the Mozilla Foundation.
Copyright
Copyright © Comtech EF Data Corporation, 2015. All rights reserved.
Cautions and Warnings
WARNING
means a potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
means a hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury,
or risk of property damage.
NOTE means information critical for correct equipment function, or an important
statement that is applicable to a task.
Licensing
The software included in this product contains copyrighted open source software that is licensed under
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available via the product's web interface. You may obtain the complete corresponding open source
source code by emailing [email protected].
Regulatory Compliance
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive
In accordance with the Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 91/263/EEC, do not connect
this equipment directly to the Public Telecommunications Network.
European Union RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC)
This unit satisfies (with exemptions) the requirements specified in the European Union Directive on the
Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EU RoHS, Directive
2002/95/EC).
European Union Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (91/263/EEC)
In accordance with the European Union Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 91/263/EEC,
the unit must not be connected directly to the Public Telecommunications Network.
CE Mark
Comtech EF Data declares that the unit meets the necessary requirements for the CE Mark.
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
In accordance with European Directive 89/336/EEC, independent testing showed that the SpectrumVue-2
unit complied with these standards:
Emissions EN 55022 Class B Limits and methods of measurement of radio interference
characteristics of Information Technology Equipment
(Also tested to FCC Part 15 Class B)
Immunity EN 50082 Part 1 Generic immunity standard, Part 1: Domestic, commercial and
light industrial environment.
Additionally, the SpectrumVue-2 unit complied with these standards:
•EN 61000-3-2 Harmonic Currents Emission
•EN 61000-4-6 RF Conducted Immunity
•EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker
•EN 61000-4-8 Power frequency Magnetic Field Immunity
•EN 61000-4-2 ESD Immunity
•EN 61000-4-9 Pulse Magnetic Field Immunity
•EN 61000-4-4 EFT Burst Immunity
•EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips, Interruptions and Variations Immunity
•EN 61000-4-5 Surge Immunity
•EN 61000-4-13 Immunity to Harmonics

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Electrical Safety
The SpectrumVue-2 unit has been shown to comply with the EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology
Equipment (including electrical business machines) safety standard.
Fuses
CAUTION
: Always replace the fuses with the correct fuse type and rating. Use
correct fuses to help prevent damage to the equipment.
Class I Pluggable Equipment Type A-Protective Earthing
The cable distribution system/telecommunication network of this product relies on protective earthing
and the integrity of the protective earthing must be insured
In Finland:
"Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan"
In Norway:
“Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt”
In Sweden:
“Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag”
Galvanic Isolator Use
Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag och/eller via annan utrustning och
samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV nät kan i visa fall medfőra risk főr brand. Főr att undvika detta skall vid
anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät galvanisk isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV
nätet
Restricted Access Location
In Nordic Countries, equipotential bonding should be applied using the permanently connected ground
stud by a qualified service person
Battery Warning
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
Environmental
Maximum storage temperature allowed is -20 to +70°C.
The SpectrumVue-2 must not be operated in an environment where it is exposed to:

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•Precipitation
•Condensation
•Humid atmospheres above 95% RH
•Altitudes (unpressurized) greater than 2000 meters
•Excessive dust or vibration
•Flammable gases
•Corrosive or explosive atmospheres
•Extremes of temperature outside the ambient range 0 to +50°C
Operation in vehicles or other transportable installations that are equipped to provide a stable
environment is permitted. If such vehicles do not provide a stable environment, safety of the equipment to
EN 60950 may not be guaranteed.
Related Documents
•EN300-421 and EN301-210 ETSI
•ETSI EN302-307
•INTELSAT Earth Station Standards IESS-308, -309, -310, and -315
•EUTELSAT SMS

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Product Support
For all product support, please call:
+1.240.243.1880
+1.866.472.3963 (toll free USA)
Comtech EF Data Headquarters
http://www.comtechefdata.com
Comtech EF Data Corp.
2114 West 7th Street
Tempe, Arizona USA 85281
+1.480.333.2200

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Warranty Policy
Comtech EF Data products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of
shipment. During the warranty period, Comtech EF Data will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective.
Repairs are warranted for the remainder of the original two year warranty, or a 90 day extended warranty, whichever is longer.
For equipment under warranty, the owner is responsible for freight to Comtech EF Data and all related customs, taxes, tariffs,
insurance, etc. Comtech EF Data is responsible for the freight charges only for return of the equipment from the factory to the
owner. Comtech EF Data will return the equipment by the same method (i.e., Air, Express, Surface) as the equipment was sent to
Comtech EF Data.
All equipment returned for warranty repair must have a valid RMA number issued prior to return and be marked clearly on the return
packaging. Comtech EF Data strongly recommends all equipment be returned in its original packaging.
Comtech EF Data Corporation’s obligations under this warranty are limited to repair or replacement of failed parts, and the return
shipment to the buyer of the repaired or replaced parts.
Limitations of Warranty
The warranty does not apply to any part of a product that has been installed, altered, repaired, or misused in any way that, in the
opinion of Comtech EF Data Corporation, would affect the reliability or detracts from the performance of any part of the product, or is
damaged as the result of use in a way or with equipment that had not been previously approved by Comtech EF Data Corporation.
The warranty does not apply to any product or parts thereof where the serial number or the serial number of any of its parts has
been altered, defaced, or removed.
The warranty does not cover damage or loss incurred in transportation of the product.
The warranty does not cover replacement or repair necessitated by loss or damage from any cause beyond the control of Comtech
EF Data Corporation, such as lightning or other natural and weather related events or wartime environments.
The warranty does not cover any labor involved in the removal and or reinstallation of warranted equipment or parts on site, or any
labor required to diagnose the necessity for repair or replacement.
The warranty excludes any responsibility by Comtech EF Data Corporation for incidental or consequential damages arising from the
use of the equipment or products, or for any inability to use them either separate from or in combination with any other equipment or
products.
A fixed charge established for each product will be imposed for all equipment returned for warranty repair where Comtech EF Data
Corporation cannot identify the cause of the reported failure.
Exclusive Remedies
Comtech EF Data Corporation’s warranty, as stated is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed, implied, or statutory, including those
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The buyer shall pass on to any purchaser, lessee, or other user of Comtech
EF Data Corporation’s products, the aforementioned warranty, and shall indemnify and hold harmless Comtech EF Data
Corporation from any claims or liability of such purchaser, lessee, or user based upon allegations that the buyer, its agents, or
employees have made additional warranties or representations as to product preference or use.
The remedies provided herein are the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies. Comtech EF Data shall not be liable for any direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

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Chapter 1. Overview
This section is an overview of the SpectrumVue-2.
1.1 Description
SpectrumVue-2 is a two-port spectrum viewer. The SpectrumVue-2 is designed to operate with
Comtech EF Data’s NetVue network management system. However, the SpectrumVue-2 can be
managed via software that loads a Java applet on your PC when you connect to it from a web browser
such as Internet Explorer (IE) or Firefox. The applet provides a web browser GUI that allows you to
select one of the two input ports, make spectrum measurements and see SpectrumVue-2 status.
SpectrumVue-2 can be used standalone, installed onto any standard 19-inch 1U rack shelf, or it can be
attached to a 1U front panel for rack installation. Get access remotely via the Ethernet connection by
any computer that has access to the same network. See section 2.1 for SpectrumVue-2 installation
instructions.
Figure 1-1 SpectrumVue-2 1 RU Front Panel
Figure 1-2 SpectrumVue-2 Standalone Front Panel

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Figure 1-3 SpectrumVue-2 Chassis
SpectrumVue-2 has these LEDs and connections:
Power LED
The power LED (left side of front panel) is green when the input power is normal, and red if there is a
problem with the 5VDC input.
Status LED
The status LED (right side of front panel) is green when SpectrumVue-2 is operating normally, and red
if SpectrumVue-2 has detected an error.
RF IN 1 and 2
RF inputs are provided via two RF input female SMA connectors: 50 Ω, -50 to +5 dBm normal input
range, +10 dBm maximum safe level. Do not connect the RF inputs directly to an outdoor antenna. At a
minimum, a low noise block amplifier (LNB) or low noise amplifier (LNA) or similar device must be
connected between an antenna and SpectrumVue-2.
Note that each input can be limited by an external filter to the band of interest within the normal input
range in order to avoid reducing the signal-to-noise ratio of the instrument. The more broadband noise
allowed into SpectrumVue-2, the lower the dynamic range will be available for the unit to use. The total
power in the full L-band range must not exceed the input power level specification for SpectrumVue-2.
You can use any band-pass, high-pass or low-pass RF filter suitable for 50 Ωapplications on the inputs
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LAN
A LAN connection is provided to support GUI, SNMP and API operation. Connections of 100 Mbps are
supported via the female RJ45 connector. This connector is used to connect to the NetVue network
management system.
Network reset
This recessed switch, found between the LAN and RF IN 1 connectors, allows the SpectrumVue-2
network configuration to be returned to the defaults. See section 2.2.2 for details.
Power in
5 VDC power is supplied via a micro-B USB connector, compatible with the included AC power adapter.
NOTE: This connection supplies DC power at a level that exceeds data USB
standards.
Ground
A ground terminal screw is used for grounding to facility equipment. It must be connected to a good
earth ground, because it provides functional earthing and shielding for the chassis.
1.2 Security
Optional security restrictions are incorporated into the SpectrumVue-2 Java applet or API socket
interface. See section 2.2.1 for details on Web Configuration Manager security.
1.3 Remote Connections
The SpectrumVue-2 Java applet and API socket interface are designed to allow up to five remote
connections simultaneously. However, multiple connections will affect the speed at which
SpectrumVue-2 can make measurements, because measurement requests on all connections are
handled on a first-come-first-serve basis. However, the NetVue network management system should be
used to interface to the SpectrumVue-2, once the unit has been configured.

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1.4 Safety
CAUTION
You must read this manual before installing and operating the SpectrumVue-2. Failure
to read this manual can result in damage to the unit or injury to the user. If the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment can be impaired. Heed all warning signals.
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Chapter 2. Getting Started
This section describes installation and configuration of the SpectrumVue-2.
2.1 Installation
You can use SpectrumVue-2 in three physical configurations: Standalone, Rack shelf installation or
Rack panel installation.
Standalone
When used standalone on a bench, provided rubber feet can be screwed to the bottom of the unit.
Rack shelf installation
The unit can be installed onto any standard 19-inch 1U rack shelf. Remove the rubber feet and install
the unit directly to the shelf, using four screws.
CAUTION
Do not over tighten the four bottom screws when installing SpectrumVue-2 to a shelf:
maximum torque = 2.9 in-lb (0.33 N-m).
Rack panel installation
The unit can be installed to a full-width 1U rack panel, and installed in a standard 19-inch rack.
CAUTION
Do not over tighten the two front panel screws when installing the rack panel to
SpectrumVue-2: maximum torque = 24 in-lb (2.7 N-m).
Access to the SpectrumVue-2 is controlled by the NetVue network management system, once the unit
has been set up. You can set up SpectrumVue-2 with dedicated or shared access:

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Dedicated access
An Ethernet cable is connected directly between the client computer and SpectrumVue-2. In this
configuration, only the client computer can access SpectrumVue-2. This mode must be used only to
configure the unit.
Shared access
An Ethernet cable is connected between SpectrumVue-2 and a hub or switch. In this configuration, any
computer on the network can access SpectrumVue-2. This is the mode that is used for normal
operation with the NetVue network management system.
Other than the Java runtime, no software needs to be installed on the client computer in order to use
SpectrumVue-2 from a browser. The web browser downloads the Java applet automatically. Direct
access to the API socket interface requires user-written API software.
For initial setup only, these minimum capabilities are recommended for the client computer:
•GHz Processor (or better)
•4 GB of RAM (or better)
•An operating system that supports a web browser and Java VM, as listed below
•A web browser such as Firefox
•Java JDK 1.6, release 10 or newer
•An Ethernet port to connect SpectrumVue-2 to the computer
2.2 Configuration
SpectrumVue-2 uses a Web Configuration Manager (WCM) to change the network configuration,
passwords, calibration files, port names and firmware.
2.2.1 Web Configuration Manager
To get access to the WCM, enter <SpectrumVue-2 IP address>/cgi-bin/wcm.cgi into a web browser’s
address bar. For example, to access SpectrumVue-2 on the default IP address, enter:
http://192.168.10.1/cgi-bin/wcm.cgi
This opens the Login web page. To log in, select an access level and enter the password. The default
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Figure 2-1 Login Web page example
The client computer, whether using the Java applet, API socket interface or WCM, must have the
correct network routes to get access to the 192.168.10.xxx subnet. If a ping or inspection of the routing
table finds that no connectivity exists, then a route must be configured.
To configure connectivity for a Windows 2000/XP/7/8 computer, enter the route from a command
window. For example, if the client computer has an IP address of 192.168.123.100, enter this
command:
route add 192.168.10.0 mask 255.255.255.0 192.168.123.100
2.2.2 Factory Defaults
The SpectrumVue-2 network configuration factory defaults are:
•IP address: 192.168.10.1
•Net mask: 255.255.255.0
•Gateway: 192.168.10.1
•API socket port: 9784
You can use the network reset switch on the rear of SpectrumVue-2 to restore network configuration
and the API socket interface port to the factory defaults. Any calibration files installed will be
unchanged. The network reset procedure is:

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1. Find the network reset switch on the rear of the unit, between the LAN and RF IN 1 connectors.
2. Press the switch and hold it down for about 10 seconds, then release it.
3. Allow 30 seconds for the unit to change its network settings.
After step 3 completes, the network configuration is restored to factory defaults.
CAUTION
This procedure resets password and security settings as well.
2.2.3 Network
To change the SpectrumVue-2 network configuration, log in to the WCM and navigate to the Network
tab:
Figure 2-2 Network tab example