Patton electronics NetLink 2701/B User manual

USER
MANUAL
MODEL 2701/B, C, D
G.703/G.704 NTU with
EIA-530, V.35, X.21
Interfaces
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Part# 07M2701-UM
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Rev. F
Revised 1/23/08
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Important
—This is a Class A device and is
intended for use in a light industrial environ-
ment. It is not intended nor approved for use
in an industrial or residential environment.

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CONTENTS
1.0 Warranty & Compliance Information ........................................ 4
1.1 Compliance................................................................................... 4
EMC Compliance.......................................................................... 4
Safety Compliance: ...................................................................... 4
PSTN Regulatory Compliance:..................................................... 4
1.2 CE Notice...................................................................................... 5
1.3 Authorized European Representative........................................... 5
1.4 Service.......................................................................................... 5
1.5 Safety When Working With Electricity .......................................... 6
2.0 General Information.................................................................... 7
2.1 Features........................................................................................ 7
2.2 Description.................................................................................... 7
3.0 Configuration .............................................................................. 8
3.1 DIP Switch Configuration.............................................................. 8
Switch SW1-1 through SW1-5...................................................... 9
SW1-6 and SW1-7 Clock Modes................................................ 10
SW1-8: Enable/Disable Loop Tests from DTE ........................... 11
Switch SW2-1 Line Coding: HDB3 (default)............................... 11
Switch SW2-2: CRC-4 Multiframe .............................................. 12
Switch SW2-3 Data Inversion..................................................... 12
Switch SW2-4: Remote Digital Loopback Type.......................... 13
Switch SW2-5 Front Panel Switches.......................................... 13
Switch SW2-6: V.54 Response Disabled (default) ..................... 13
4.0 Installation................................................................................. 14
4.1 Connecting to the G.703 Network............................................... 14
Connecting the 2701/D (X.21 version) Dual Coaxial Cable
(75 ohm) to the G.703 Network .................................................. 14
Opening the Case....................................................................... 14
Connecting the Twisted Pair (120 ohm) to the G.703 Network .. 15
4.2 Connecting the Serial Port.......................................................... 15
Connecting to a “DTE” Device.................................................... 15
Connecting to a “DCE” Device ................................................... 16
Configuring the X.21 Interface (2701/D)..................................... 16
4.3 Power Connection ...................................................................... 16
Universal AC Power (100–240 VAC).......................................... 16
DC Power ................................................................................... 17
5.0 Operation................................................................................... 18
5.1 Power-up .................................................................................... 18
5.2 LED Status Monitors................................................................... 18
5.3 Loop (V.54 & Telco) Diagnostics ................................................ 19
Operating Local Loopback (LL) .................................................. 19
Operating Remote Digital Loopback (RL)................................... 20
CSU Loop................................................................................... 21
Using the V.52 (BER) Test Pattern Generator ........................... 22

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A
Specifications ........................................................................... 23
A.1 Network Data Rate ...................................................................... 23
A.2 Network Connector ..................................................................... 23
A.3 Nominal Impedance ................................................................... 23
A.4 Line Coding ................................................................................ 23
A.5 Line Framing ............................................................................... 23
A.6 CRC-4 Multiframing .................................................................... 23
A.7 Clocking ...................................................................................... 23
A.8 Time Slot Rate ............................................................................. 23
A.9 Network Data Rates .................................................................... 23
A.10 Distance ...................................................................................... 23
A.11 Configuration .............................................................................. 23
A.12 Power Supply .............................................................................. 24
A.13 Humidity ...................................................................................... 24
A.14 Temperature ............................................................................... 24
A.15 Dimensions ................................................................................. 24
B
Interface Pin Assignment......................................................... 25
C
Interface Pin Assignment......................................................... 27
D
Interface Pin Assignment......................................................... 29
E
Factory Replacement Parts and Accessories........................ 30

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1.0 WARRANTY & COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Patton Electronics warrants all Model 2701/I components to be free from
defects, and will—at our option—repair or replace the product should it
fail within one year from the Þrst date of shipment.
This warranty is limited to defects in workmanship or materials, and does
not cover customer damage, abuse, or unauthorized modiÞcation. If this
product fails or does not perform as warranted, your sole recourse shall
be repair or replacement as described above. Under no condition shall
Patton Electronics be liable for any damages incurred by the use of this
product.These damages include, but are not limited to, the following: lost
proÞts, lost savings and incidental or consequential damages arising
from the use of or inability to use this product. Patton Electronics speciÞ-
cally disclaims all other warranties, expressed or implied, and the instal-
lation or use of this product shall be deemed an acceptance of these
terms by the user.
1.1 COMPLIANCE
EMC Compliance
• EN55022, Class A
• EN55024
Safety Compliance:
• EN 60950-1
• AS/NZS 60950-1
PSTN Regulatory Compliance:
• TBR 12 & 13
• AS/ACIF S016:2001

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1.2 CE NOTICE
We certify that the apparatus identiÞed in this document conforms to the
requirements of Council Directive 1999/5/EC on the approximation of the
laws of the member states relating to Radio and Telecommunication Ter-
minal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
The safety advice in the documentation accompanying this product shall
be obeyed. The conformity to the above directive is indicated by the CE
sign on the device.
1.3 AUTHORIZED EUROPEAN REPRESENTATIVE
D R M Green
European Compliance Services Limited.
Oakdene House, Oak Road
WatchÞeld, Swindon, Wilts SN6 8TD, UK
1.4 SERVICE
All warranty and non-warranty repairs must be returned freight prepaid
and insured to Patton Electronics. All returns must have a Return Materi-
als Authorization number on the outside of the shipping container. This
number may be obtained from Patton Electronics Technical Services at:
• Tel: [phone]
• Email: [email protected]
• URL: http://www.patton.com
Note Packages received without an RMA number will not be
accepted.

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1.5 SAFETY WHEN WORKING WITH ELECTRICITY
• This device contains no user serviceable parts. The
equipment shall be returned to Patton Electronics for
repairs, or repaired by qualified service personnel.
• The external power adapter shall be a listed Limited
Power Source. Ensure that the power cable used meets
all applicable standards for the country in which it is to
be installed, and that it is connected to a wall outlet
which has earth ground. The mains outlet that is uti-
lized to power the devise shall be within 10 feet (3
meters) of the device, shall be easily accessible, and
protected by a circuit breaker.
• Hazardous network voltages are present in WAN ports
regardless of whether power to the unit is ON or OFF. To
avoid electric shock, use caution when near WAN ports.
When detaching the cables, detach the end away from
the device first.
• Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect
cables during periods of lightning activity.
In accordance with the requirements of council direc-
tive 2002/96/EC on Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE), ensure that at end-of-life you sepa-
rate this product from other waste and scrap and deliver
to the WEEE collection system in your country for recy-
cling.
WARNING

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2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for your purchase of this Patton Electronics product. This
product has been thoroughly inspected and tested and is warranted for
One Year parts and labor. If any questions or problems arise during
installation or use of this product, please do not hesitate to contact Pat-
ton Electronics Technical Support at [phone].
2.1 FEATURES
• Terminates G.703 and G.704, E1/fractional E1 service
• Available in low-cost standalone or rack-mountable versions
• n x 64 kbps data rates to 2 Mbps
• X.21, V.35, and EIA-530
• Switch-selectable AMI or HDB3 line encoding options
• Switch-selectable DTE/DCE modes for X.21 version
• 75-ohm dual coax and 120-ohm twisted-pair G.703 connections
• Local and remote loopback diagnostics
• Internal, external, and G.703 network timing
• CE approval
• 100–240 VAC and 48 VDC power options
• Conforms to ONP requirements CTR 12 and CTR 13 for connection to
international Telecom networks
2.2 DESCRIPTION
The Model 2701 receives channelized G.704 (n x 64 kbps) or clear chan-
nel E1/G.703 (2.048-Mbps) data from the Telco’s digital data network.
The Model 2701 terminates the G.703 telco interface and converts the
data for transmission to a user-oriented serial [X.21, V.35, and EIA-530
(V.36/RS422)]. The 2701 can connect to a Router, FRAD, PABX or Multi-
plexer over its serial interface at nx64kbps data rates up to 2.048 Mbps.
Thank you for your purchase of this Patton Electronics product. This
product has been thoroughly inspected and tested and is warranted for
One Year parts and labor. If any questions or problems arise during
installation or use of this product, contact Patton Electronics Technical
Support at [phone].

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3.0 CONFIGURATION
The Model 2701 features conÞguration capability via hardware DIP
switches.This section describes all possible DIP switch conÞgurations of
the Model 2701.
3.1 DIP SWITCH CONFIGURATION
The Model 2701 has two sets of internal DIP switches that allow conÞgu-
ration for a wide range of applications.The sets of switches are accessed
from the underside of the 2701. Figure 1 shows the location of the DIP
switches on the bottom of the printed circuit board.
Figure 1. Underside of Model 2701, Showing Location of DIP Switches
The Model 2701 DIP switches (Switch Sets 1–2) can be conÞgured as
either “ON” or “OFF”. Figure 2 shows the orientation of the DIP switches
with respect to ON/OFF positions.
Figure 2. Close up of conÞguration switches

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Switch SW1-1 through SW1-5
A detailed description of each switch (SW1-1 through SW1-5) setting fol-
lows the summary table below.
Table 1: Switch Set 1 Summary Table
SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 Speed
On On On On On 64 kbps
Off On On On On 128 kbps
On Off On On On 192 kbps
Off Off On On On 256 kbps
On On Off On On 320 kbps
Off On Off On On 384 kbps
On Off Off On On 448 kbps
Off Off Off On On 512 kbps
On On On Off On 576 kbps
Off On On Off On 640 kbps
On Off On Off On 704 kbps
Off Off On Off On 768 kbps
On On Off Off On 832 kbps
Off On Off Off On 896 kbps
On Off Off Off On 960 kbps
Off Off Off Off On 1024 kbps
On On On On Off 1088 kbps
Off On On On Off 1152 kbps
On Off On On Off 1216 kbps
Off Off On On Off 1280 kbps

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Note When the data rate is set to 2.048Mb/s, the unit is forced into
G.703 mode, and it transmits user data on all 32 time-lots.There
is no framing information; therefore, the CRC4 MF (SW2-2)
switch is ignored. In all other rate settings, the unit employs
G.704 framing; TS0 is reserved for signaling.
SW1-6 and SW1-7 Clock Modes
Use Switches SW1-6 and SW1-7 to conÞgure the 2701 for internal,
external, or receive recover clock mode.
Network Clock —Transmitter timing is derived using the received line
signal (received recovered) from the network.
Internal Clock —Transmitter timing is derived from an internal clock
source.
External Clock —Transmitter timing is derived from DTE terminal timing.
On On Off On Off 1344 kbps
Off On Off On Off 1408 kbps
On Off Off On Off 1472 kbps
Off Off Off On Off 1536 kbps
On On On Off Off 1600 kbps
Off On On Off Off 1664 kbps
On Off On Off Off 1728 kbps
Off Off On Off Off 1792 kbps
On On Off Off Off 1856 kbps
Off On Off Off Off 1920 kbps
On Off Off Off Off 1984 kbps
Off Off Off Off Off Clear Channel 2048 kbps
SW1-6 SW1-7 Clock Mode
On On Network (Received Recovered)
On Off Internal
Off On External
Off Off Network (Received Recovered)
SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 Speed

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SW1-8: Enable/Disable Loop Tests from DTE
Use Switch SW1-8 to allow Model 2701 to enter loopback tests when the
DTE raises the appropriate loop request pin.
Switch SW2-1 Line Coding: HDB3 (default)
Use Switch SW2-1 to control the Network Line Coding options. Set these
options to be the same as the Line Coding given to you by your Service
Provider. If you are using two Model 2701s together as short range
modems, set both units to HDB3.
Options: HDB3, AMI
HDB3 In this line coding, the transmitter substitutes a deliberate bipo-
lar violation when excessive zeros in the data stream are
detected. The receiver recognizes these special violations and
decodes them as zeros. This method enables the network to
meet minimum pulse density requirements. Unless AMI is
required in your application, HDB3 should be used whenever
possible.
AMI Alternate Mark Inversion deÞnes a pulse as a “mark,” a binary
one, as opposed to a zero. In an E1 network connection, signals
are transmitted as a sequence of ones and zeros. Ones are
sent as pulses, and zeros are sent as spaces, i.e., no pulse.
S1-8 Setting
Off Response to DTE Loopback Request Enabled
On Response to DTE Loopback Request Disabled
Position Function Factory Default Selected Option
SW2-1 Line Coding Off HDB3
SW2-2 CRC-4 multiframe Off Disabled
SW2-3 Data Inversion Off Data Not Inverted
SW2-4 V.54/CSU select Off V.54 RDL loop
SW2-5 FPS enabled Off Enabled
SW2-6 V.54 Response On Disabled
SW2-7 Not Used N/A N/A
SW2-8 Not Used N/A N/A
SW2-1 Line Encoding
Off HDB3
On AMI

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Every other pulse is inverted from the previous pulse in polarity,
so that the signal can be effectively transmitted. This means,
however, that a long sequence of zeros in the data stream will
cause problems, since the NTU receiving the signal relies on
the signal to recover the 2.048 Mb/s clock.
If you must use AMI, you should ensure that the data terminal
equipment connected to the unit provides a minimally accept-
able pulse density. For this reason, there are advantages to
using HDB3 instead. AMI coding does not inherently account for
ones density. To meet this requirement, the user should ensure
that the data inherently meets pulse density requirements.
Switch SW2-2: CRC-4 Multiframe
In framed mode, SW2-2 is used for CRC-4 MF. When CRC-4 is enabled,
the unit monitors the incoming data stream for CRC-4 errors. It transmits
CRC-4 error counts to the transmitting unit. When using timeslot zero
(TS0), excessive errors may cause loss of frame or loss of sync. If CRC-
4 MF is used, both units must be set for set for CRC-4 MF. Otherwise, the
one using CRC-4 MF will detect loss of sync.
Note When the data rate is set to 2.048Mb/s, then the unit is forced
into G.703 mode, and it transmits user data on all 32 time-lots.
There is no framing information; therefore, the CRC4 MF (SW2-
2) switch is ignored. In all other rate settings, the unit employs
G.704 framing; TS0 is reserved for signaling.
Switch SW2-3 Data Inversion
Set Switch S2-3 to determine whether or not the data stream from the
local DTE is inverted within the Model 2701 before being passed to the
G.703/G.704 network. An inverted data stream may be required when
you use the Model 2701 to communicate with a G.703 device (that
inverts the data) on the remote end. In typical installations, data inversion
is not necessary.
SW2-2 Option
Off CRC-4 Disabled
On CRC-4 Enabled
SW2-3 Option
Off Data not inverted
On Data inverted

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Switch SW2-4: Remote Digital Loopback Type
The user can set this switch to select the type of remote loop that will be
initiated by the Model 2701. If set to V.54, the Model 2701 will initiate a
V.54 loop when Remote Loop is selected by the front panel switches. If
set to CSU, the Model 2701 will initiate a CSU loop when Remote Loop
is selected by the front panel switches.
Switch SW2-5 Front Panel Switches
As the Front Panel Switches may be inadvertently toggled, or in the
event that the end-user may not need to use the switches, the installer
may disable the front panel switches. Set Switch S2-5 to determine
whether the front-panel toggle switches are active or inactive.
Switch SW2-6:V.54 Response Disabled (default)
V.54 Response is a special in-band loopback facility that sends a
pseudo-random pattern over the data stream. This is the only loopback
that the unit can initiate.This is useful for campus applications when you
need to put a remote unit in loopback.The unit responds to the V.54 loop-
back command, and the whole process takes only a few seconds to com-
plete. When V.54 Loopback is disabled, the unit will not be able to send
or respond to V.54 loopback commands. The duration of the loopback is
limited by the loopback timeout setting.
S2-4 RDL Type
Off Initiate a V.54 RDL loop when selected
On Initiate a CSU loopback when selected
SW2-5 Option
Off Front Panel Switches Enabled
On Front Panel Switches Disabled
SW2-6 Option
Off V.54 Response Enabled
On V.54 Response Disabled

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4.0 INSTALLATION
Once the Model 2701 is properly conÞgured, it is ready to connect to the
G.703/G.704 interface, to the serial port, and to the power source. This
section describes how to make these connections.
4.1 CONNECTING TO THE G.703 NETWORK
The Power, G.703/G.704 and serial Line connections are located on the
rear panel of the Model 2701. The following sections describe operation
of these connections.
Connecting the 2701/D (X.21 version) Dual Coaxial Cable
(75 ohm) to the G.703 Network
The Model 2701/D (X.21 version) is equipped with dual female BNCs
(TX and RX) for connection to a 75 ohm dual coax G.703 network inter-
face. If your G.703/G.704 network terminates via dual coaxial cable, use
the diagram below to make the proper connections. See Figure 3.
Figure 3. Rear Panel, Showing Location of Connectors.
Note The outer conductor of the coax cables are isolated from system
earth ground.
When using the 75 Ohm interface, jumper straps JP2, JP5, JP6, and JP7
must be installed over the jumpers. The jumpers are located next to the
BNC connectors. Refer to the following section to open the case. Open
the case and install jumper straps for JP2, JP5, JP6, and JP7.
Opening the Case
Open the case by inserting a screwdriver into the slots and twist the
screwdriver head slightly. The top half of the case will separate from the
The Interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for
external use and shall be rated for the proper applica-
tion with respect to voltage, current, anticipated tem-
perature, flammability, and mechanical serviceability.
CAUTION

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lower half of the case. Take caution not to damage any of the PC board
mounted components.
Connecting the Twisted Pair (120 ohm) to the G.703 Network
The Model 2701 is equipped with a single RJ-48C jack for connections to
a 120 ohm twisted pair G.703/G.704 network interface. If your G.703/
G.704 network terminates via RJ-48C, use the connection diagram
(Figure 4) following the pinout and signals chart below to connect the
120 ohm G.703/G.704 network channel.
Figure 4. G.703/G.704 170 ohm Connection.
4.2 CONNECTING THE SERIAL PORT
The Model 2701/B, C, D supports RS-530, V.35, X.21 serial port connec-
tions. This section describes how to connect the serial ports to your ter-
minal equipment.
Connecting to a “DTE” Device
The serial port on the 2701/B (RS-530 version) and 2701/C (V.35 ver-
sion) is hard-wired as a DCE. Therefore these modules “want” to plug
NETW
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RK
SIG
NAL
SIG
NAL
PIN#
RX(R) 1-----------------------TX(R)
RX(T) 2-----------------------TX(T)
TX(R) 4-----------------------RX(R)
TX(T) 5-----------------------RX(T)
Shield 3-----------------------Shield
Shield 6-----------------------Shield
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
(RX) Receive (Ring)
(RX) Receive (Tip)
Shield
(TX) Transmit (Ring)
(TX) Transmit (Tip)
Shield
No connection
No connection
Signal NameRJ-48C Jack

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into a DTE such as a terminal, PC or host. When making the connection
to your DTE device, use a straight through cable of the shortest possible
length—we recommend 6 feet or less. When purchasing or constructing
an interface cable, please refer to the pin diagrams in Appendix D as a
guide.
Connecting to a “DCE” Device
If the Model 2701 serial interface is hard-wired as a DCE (all except the
X.21 version), you must use a null modem cable when connecting to a
modem, multiplexer or other DCE device. This cable should be of the
shortest possible length—we recommend 6 feet or less.
ConÞguring the X.21 Interface (2701/D)
The serial port on the X.21 interface is default wired as a DCE, but may
be switched to a DTE. This is done by reversing the orientation of the
DCE/DTE strap, as described below:
To reverse DCE/DTE orientation, remove the top case. Refer to section
“Opening the Case” on page 14
The DCE/DTE strap is located near the DB15 connector on the top side
of the board.The arrows on the top of the strap indicate the conÞguration
of the X.21 port (for example, if the DCE arrows are pointing toward the
DB-15 connector, the X.21 port is wired as a DCE). Reverse the DCE/
DTE orientation by pulling the strap out of its socket, rotating it 180º, then
plugging the strap back into the socket.You will see that the DCE/DTE
arrows now point in the opposite directions, showing the new conÞgura-
tion of the X.21 port.
Note If the 2701/D is conÞgured as a DTE, the clocking mode must be
set for external clock.
4.3 POWER CONNECTION
Universal AC Power (100–240 VAC)
The Model 2701 uses a 5VDC, 2A universal input 100–240 VAC, power
supply (center pin is +5V). The universal input power supply has a male
IEC-320 power entry connector. This power supply connects to the
Model 2701 by means of a barrel jack on the rear panel. Many interna-
tional power cords are available for the universal power supply.
The Model 2701 powers up as soon as it is plugged into an AC outlet--
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DC Power
The 36-60 VDC DC to DC adapter is supplied with the DC version of the
Model 2701. The black and red leads plug into a DC source (nominal
48VDC) and the barrel power connector plugs into the barrel power sup-
ply jack on the 2701. (See Figure 5).
Figure 5. Connecting DC Power to the 2701 DC Power Supply.
There are no user-serviceable parts in the
power supply section of the Model 2701. Con-
tact Patton Electronics Technical support at
[phone], via our web site at http://
www.patton.com, or by e-mail at support@pat-
ton.com, for more information.
To Power
Supply Jack To -48VDC
Source
-Vin
+Vin
SWITCHING POWER SUPPLY MODEL : SYD1106-0505 INPUT : 36-60V 0.2A MAX OUTPUT : +5V 1.0A OUTPUT POWER : 5W MAX
S/N: G01234567890
MADE IN CHINA BY SUNNY
Black lead (-V)
Red lead (+V)
Barrel power connector
WARNING

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5.0 OPERATION
When the Model 2701 has been properly conÞgured and installed, it
should operate transparently. This sections describes power-up, LED
status monitors, and the built-in loopback test modes.
5.1 POWER-UP
Before applying power to the Model 2701, please read “Power Connec-
tion” on page 16 and verify that the unit is properly connected to the
appropriate power source.
5.2 LED STATUS MONITORS
The Model 2701 features six front panel LEDs that monitor connections
on the G.703/G.704 and signaling, error and test modes. Figure 6 shows
the front panel location of each LED. Descriptions of each LED follow
Figure 6.
Figure 6. 2701 Front Panels
E1 Link
(Active Green) Solid green (On) indicates that the end to end E1
Link is up, signifying that the link is active. The E1 Link LED is
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TD & RD
Glows yellow to indicate an idle condition of Binary “1” data on
the respective terminal interface signals. Green indicates Binary
“0” data.
LOS
The Loss of Sync LED lights when the unit loses synchroniza-
tion with the incoming signal. This may happen when there is a
framing mismatch or a loss of signal. In unframed mode, the
LOS LED monitors the status of the transmit clock.
ER
The error LED indicates various error conditions, including fram-
ing bit errors, excessive zeros, controlled slips, severe errors, or
bit errors (when sending V.52 test patterns). When sending a
test pattern, the LED will remain lit if the unit does not receive
the identical pattern. When it receives the correct pattern, the
LED will turn off. If error insertion is on, the LED will blink once a
second if everything is operating properly.
TM
(Active Yellow) Solid Yellow indicates an Active Test Mode. The
unit may be placed in test mode by the local user or by the
remote user.
5.3 LOOP (V.54 & TELCO) DIAGNOSTICS
The Model 2701 offers three V.54 loop diagnostics. Use these diagnos-
tics to test the NTU and any communication links. These tests can be
activated via the front panel switches or via signals on the Model 2701/B
and C serial port interface.
Operating Local Loopback (LL)
The Local Loopback (LL) test checks the operation of the local Model
2701, and is performed separately on each unit. Any data sent to the
local Model 2701 in this test mode will be echoed (returned) back to the
user device (i.e., characters typed on the keyboard of a terminal will
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Figure 7. Local Loopback for a Network Termination Application
To perform a LL test, follow these steps:
1. Activate LL. This may be done in one of two ways:
— Place the switch on the front panel in the “Local” position.
— Activate the “LL” signal on the DTE (2701/B and 2701/C only).
If you are not sure which lead is the “LL” signal, please refer to
Appendix D.
2. Verify that the data terminal equipment is operating properly and
can be used for a test.
3. Perform a V.52 BER (bit error rate) test as described in section
“Using the V.52 (BER) Test Pattern Generator” on page 22. If the
BER test equipment indicates no faults, but the data terminal indi-
cates a fault, follow the manufacturer’s checkout procedures for the
data terminal. Also, check the interface cable between the terminal
and the Model 2701.
Operating Remote Digital Loopback (RL)
The Remote Digital Loopback (RL) test checks the performance of both
the local and remote NetLink-E1™, as well as the communication link
between them. Any characters sent to the remote NetLink-E1™ in this
test mode will be returned back to the originating device (i.e, characters
typed on the keyboard of the local terminal will appear on the local termi-
nal screen after having been passed to the remote NetLink-E1™ and
looped back).