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
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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
various open source licenses including the GPL and LGPL. The licenses and copies of the licenses are

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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