VeEX RXT3900 User manual

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Table of Contents
1.0 About This User Manual
2.0 Introduction
3.0 Safety Information
4.0 Basic Operations
4.1 Connector Panels & Test Ports
5.0 Utilities
6.0 Setup
6.1 Signal Overview
6.2 Setup: SDH
6.2.1 Transmitter Setup
6.2.2 Receiver Setup
6.3 Setup: SONET
6.3.1 Transmitter Setup
6.3.2 Receiver Setup
6.4 Setup: OTN/SDH
6.4.1 Transmitter Setup
6.4.2 Receiver Setup
6.5 Setup: OTN/SONET
6.5.1 Transmitter Setup
6.5.2 Receiver Setup
6.6 Measurement Configuration
6.6.1 Timer Setup
6.6.2 Performance Analysis
6.6.3 General
6.6.4 Auto-Config
6.6.5 Service Disruption Test (SDT)
7.0 Results
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7.1 Results: SDH
7.1.1 Summary
7.1.2 Errors and Alarms
7.1.3 Event Log
7.1.4 Signal
7.1.5 Histogram
7.1.6 Graph
7.1.7 Performance Analysis
7.1.8 SDT Results
7.2 Results: SONET
7.2.1 Summary
7.2.2 Errors and Alarms
7.2.3 Event Log
7.2.4 Signal
7.2.5 Histogram
7.2.6 Graph
7.2.7 Performance Analysis
7.2.8 SDT Results
7.3 Results: OTN
7.3.1 Summary
7.3.2 Errors and Alarms
7.3.3 Event Log
7.3.4 Signal
7.3.5 Histogram
7.3.6 Graph
7.3.7 Performance Analysis
7.3.8 SDT Results
8.0 Alarm Generation and Error Insertion
8.1 Alarm Generation
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8.1.1 PDH Alarms
8.1.2 SONET Alarms
8.1.3 OTN Alarms
8.2 Error Insertion
8.2.1 Pattern Errors
8.2.2 SONET Errors
8.2.3 OTN Errors
9.0 OTN Tools
9.1 OTN Tools Shortcuts
9.2 Overhead Analyzer & Generator
9.2.1 OTN Frame Analysis
9.2.2 Optical Transport Unit (OTU) Analysis
9.2.3 Optical Data Unit (ODU) Analysis
9.2.4 Optical Payload Unit (OPU) Analysis
9.3 Payload Label (Payload Structure Identifier)
9.4 Trace Identifier
9.5 TCM Tasks
9.6 Round Trip Delay
10.0 SDH/SONET Tools
10.1 SDH Tools
10.1.1 SDH Tools Shortcuts
10.1.2 Overhead Analyzer
10.1.3 Overhead Generator
10.1.4 Pointer Tasks
10.1.4.1 Pointer Analysis
10.1.4.2 Pointer Generation
10.1.4.3 Pointer Sequences
10.1.5 Trace Identifier
10.1.5.1 Transmitted Traces (TX)
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10.1.5.2 Received Traces (RX)
10.1.6 Payload Labels
10.1.7 APS Testing
10.1.8 Tributary Scan
10.1.9 Tandem Connection Monitoring (TCM)
10.1.10 Round Trip Delay
10.2 SONET Tools
10.2.1 SONET Tools Home icons
10.2.2 Overhead Analyzer
10.2.3 Overhead Generator
10.2.4 Pointer Tasks
10.2.4.1 Pointer Analysis
10.2.4.2 Point Generator
10.2.4.3 Pointer Sequences
10.2.5 Trace Identifier
10.2.5.1 Transmitted Traces (TX)
10.2.5.2 Received Traces (RX)
10.2.6 Payload Labels
10.2.7 APS Tasks
10.2.8 Tributary Scan
10.2.9 Tandem Connection Monitoring (TCM)
10.2.10 Round Trip Delay
11.0 PDH Tools
11.1 E1 Sa Bits SSM QL (Clock Quality Level)
11.2 E1 Receive Data
12.0 Ethernet over OTN (EoOTN)
12.1 ODU0 and ODUflex Overview
12.2 ODU0 and ODUflex Setup Menu
12.2.1 Signal Setup
12.2.2 Measurements
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12.2.3 General
12.2.4 GE Port-config
12.3 OTN Results
12.4 OTU2e & OTU1e Overview
12.5 OTU2e & OTU1e with Ethernet Payloads
12.5.1 Signal Setup
12.5.2 Hierarchy
12.5.3 Interface
12.5.4 Pattern
12.5.5 Measurements
12.5.6 General
12.5.7 Results
12.6 OTN Tools
12.7 Alarm/Error
13.0 Ethernet
13.1 Ethernet Setup
13.1.1 Test Port Selection
13.1.2 Port Setup
13.1.3 Measurement Settings
13.1.4 MX Discover and Control
13.1.5 ViPAG/V-Route Test
13.2 IP
13.2.1 IP Connection
13.2.1.1 Setup
13.2.1.2 Status
13.2.2 Trace Route
13.2.3 ARP Wiz
13.2.4 Ping
13.2.5 VoIP Testing
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13.2.5.1 VoIP Check
13.2.5.2 VoIP Expert - Client/Server Mode
13.2.5.3 VoIP Expert - IP Phone Mode
13.2.5.4 Placing a Call
13.2.5.5 VoIP IP Phone Results
13.3 BERT
13.3.1 BERT Setup
13.3.1.1 Header Settings
13.3.1.2 Traffic Settings
13.3.1.3 Error Injection
13.3.1.4 Starting/Stopping a BERT
13.3.2 Results
13.3.2.1 Summary
13.3.2.2 Errors
13.3.2.3 Events
13.3.2.4 Traffic
13.3.2.5 Rates
13.3.2.6 Delay
13.3.2.7 Alarms
13.3.2.8 Signal
13.4 RFC 2544 Conformance Testing
13.4.1 Setup - Standard Mode
13.4.1.1 Header Settings
13.4.1.2 Frame Settings
13.4.1.3 Threshold Settings
13.4.1.4 Throughput, Latency, Frame Loss, and Burst Settings
13.4.1.5 Starting/Stopping a RFC 2544 Measurement
13.4.2 Results - Standard Mode
13.4.3 Saving RFC 2544 Results
13.4.4 Advanced SLA Mode
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13.4.5 Background Results - Advanced SLA Mode
13.4.6 Peer-to-Peer and Asymmetric Testing
13.5 V-SAM
13.5.1 V-SAM Setup
13.5.1.1 Header Settings
13.5.1.2 Service Attributes
13.5.2 Results
13.6 Throughput Testing (Multiple Streams)
13.6.1 Setup
13.6.1.1 General Throughput Settings (Global Configuration)
13.6.1.2 MX Discover and Control Settings
13.6.1.3 Per Stream Configurations
13.6.1.4 Traffic Settings (Per Stream Configuration)
13.6.1.5 Error Injection Settings per Stream
13.6.1.6 Alarm Injection Settings
13.6.1.7 Summary
13.6.1.8 Starting/Stopping a Throughput (Multiple Streams) Test
13.6.2 Throughput Results
13.6.2.1 Viewing Throughput (Multiple Streams) Test Results
13.6.2.2 Global/Aggregate Results
13.6.2.3 Per Stream Results
13.6.2.4 Saving Throughput (Multiple Streams) Results
13.7 Ethernet OAM Testing
13.7.1 OAM Setup
13.7.1.1 Link Level 802.3ah OAM Setup
13.7.1.2 Service Level OAM: 802.1ag/Y.1731 Setup
13.7.2 OAM Results
13.7.2.1 Link OAM Results
13.7.2.2 OAM Service Results
13.8 Monitor (Pass Through) Mode
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13.8.1 Setup
13.8.2 Results
13.9 Advanced Monitor
13.10 Loopback Mode
13.11 Scan
13.12 Packet Capture
13.13 Autoscripting
13.14 L2CP Transparency
13.15 IP Monitoring
13.16 PESQ
14.0 Fiber Channel
14.1 Setup
14.1.1 Test Applications
14.1.2 Port Configuration
14.2 BERT/Throughput
14.2.1 Overview
14.2.2 Setup
14.2.3 Traffic Generation and Error Injection
14.2.4 Starting Measurements
14.2.5 Results
14.3 RFC 2544
14.4 Loopback
14.5 Packet Capture
15.0 CPRI Optical Testing
15.1 Interface Specifications
15.2 CPRI Testing Overview
15.3 CPRI Layer 1 Testing
15.3.1 Setup
15.3.2 Alarm and Error Injection
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15.3.3 Results
15.3.4 L1 Round Trip Delay
15.4 CPRI Layer 2 Testing
15.4.1 Setup
15.4.2 Results
15.4.3 CPRI Round Trip Delay
15.4.4 Service Disruption Test (SDT) Results
15.4.5 Control Words
15.4.6 Frame Capture
15.4.7 Wander Measurements
15.4.7.1 Built-in MTIE & TDEV Analysis (Optional)
15.5 CPRI Layer 2 Monitor
15.5.1 Setup
15.5.2 Results
15.5.3 Service Disruption Test (SDT) Results
15.5.4 Control Words
16.0 Profiles
17.0 Common Functions
18.0 Warranty and Software
19.0 Product Specifications
20.0 Certifications and Declarations
21.0 About VeEX
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1.0 About This User Manual
This user manual is suitable for novice, intermediate, and experienced users and is intended to help you successfully use the
features and capabilities of the different modules for test platforms. It is assumed that you have basic computer experience and
skills, and are familiar with IP and telecommunication concepts, terminology, and safety.
Every effort was made to ensure that the information contained in this manual is accurate. However, information is subject to
change without notice. We accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In case of discrepancy, the web version takes
precedence over any printed literature.
(c) Copyright 2006-2017 VeEX Inc. All rights reserved. VeEX, VePAL are registered trademarks of VeEX Inc. and/or its affiliates
in the USA and certain other countries. All trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted electronically or otherwise without written permission from VeEX Inc.
This device uses software either developed by VeEX Inc. or licensed by VeEX Inc. from third parties. The software is confidential
and proprietary of VeEX Inc. The software is protected by copyright and contains trade secrets of VeEX Inc. or VeEX's licensors.
The purchaser of this device agrees that it has received a license solely to use the software as embedded in the device, and the
purchaser is prohibited from copying, reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling the software.
For more technical resources, visit the VeEX Inc. web site at www.veexinc.com. For assistance or questions related to the use of
this product, call or e-mail our customer care department for customer support. Before contacting our customer care department,
have the product serial number and software version ready. Please go to the Basic Operations section of the RXT-3900 Platform
Manual for details on locating the unit serial number in the menus or locate the serial number on the back of the chassis. Please
provide this number when contacting VeEX customer service.
Customer Care:
Phone: + 1 510 651 0500
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.veexinc.com
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2.0 Introduction to RXT-3900
Refer to the RXT-1200 Platform Manual and RXT-3900 module specification sheet for information about key features, front panel,
battery, loading test modules, hardware configurations, etc.
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3.0 Safety Information
Safety precautions should be observed during all phases of operation of this instrument. The instrument has been designed to
ensure safe operation however please observe all safety markings and instructions. Do not operate the instrument in the
presence of flammable gases or fumes or any other combustible environment. VeEX Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's
failure to comply with safety precautions and requirements.
Optical Connectors
The test sets display a laser warning icon when the laser source is active to alert the user about a potentially dangerous
situation. It is recommended to:
1. Deactivate the laser before connecting or disconnecting optical cables or patchcords.
2. Never look directly into an optical patchcord or an optical connector interface (SFP+) while the laser is enabled. Even
though optical transceivers are typically fitted with Class 1 lasers, which are considered eye safe, optical radiation for an
extended period can cause irreparable damage to the eyes.
3. Never use a fiber microscope to check the optical connectors when the laser source is active.
Safe Module Handling
While replacing test modules, all work on the open panel must be performed only by suitably qualified personnel who is familiar
with the dangers both to people and to the instrument itself.
Modules are not hot swappable. The platform must be turned off and unplugged from VAC mains when removing or
inserting test modules.
For safety and EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility), empty module slots must be properly covered with blank panel
covers.
Prevent foreign objects from entering the test set, before, during and after module exchange or re-configuration process.
They could create short circuits or damage internal fans.
Always store test modules by themselves in individual ESD protected packaging (with no loose elements, like screws or
tools).
Lithium-ion Battery Precautions
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery packs are compact and offer high capacity and autonomy, which make them ideal for demanding
applications, like providing long lasting power to portable test equipment. For safety reasons, due to their high energy
concentration, these batteries packs and products containing them must be used, charged, handled, and stored properly,
according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Li-ion battery packs contain individual Li-ion cells as well as battery monitoring and protection circuitry, sealed in its plastic
container that shall not be disassembled or serviced.
The test set unit's battery pack is also fitted with a safety connector to prevent accidental short circuits and reverse polarity.
Always charge the unit's battery pack inside the test platform battery bay using the AC/DC adapter supplied by VeEX.
Do not charge or use the battery pack if any mechanical damage is suspected (shock, impact, puncture, crack, etc).
Do not continue charging the battery if it does not recharge within the expected charging time
Storage: For long term storage, the battery pack should be stored at 20°C/68°F (room temperature), charged to about 30
to 50% of its capacity. Spare battery packs should be charged and used at least once a year to prevent over-discharge
(rotate them regularly).
It is recommended to charge and use battery packs at least every three months. Battery packs shall not go without
recharging (reconditioning) for more than six months.
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After extended storage, battery packs may reach a deep discharge state or enter into sleep mode. For safety reasons, Li-
ion batteries in deep discharge state may limit the initial charging current (pre-recharge) before starting their regular fast
charging cycle. The pre-charging state may take several hours.
Air transportation of Li-ion batteries is regulated by United Nations' International Air Transportation Association (IATA)
Dangerous Goods Regulations and by country-specific regulations. Please check local regulations and with common
carriers before shipping Li-ion battery packs or products containing relatively large Li-ion battery packs.
Electrical Connectors
Telephone lines may carry dangerous voltages. Always connect the electrical test ports to known test interfaces which carry low
level signals.
ESD: Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Equipment
Test modules could be affected by electrostatic discharge. To minimize the risk of damage
when replacing or handling test modules, make sure to follow proper ESD procedures and
dissipate any electrostatic charge from your body and tools and the use proper grounding
gear.
Perform all work at a workplace that is protected against electrostatic build-up and
discharging.
Never touch any exposed contacts, printed circuit boards or electronic components.
Always store test modules in ESD protected packaging.
Wear ESD protection and grounding gear when:
Inserting, extracting, or handling test modules.
Inserting or removing SFPs, XFPs, QSFPs, or CFPs from the platform.
Connecting or disconnecting cables from modules or platform.
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4.0 Basic Operations
For information on Basic Operations, Home menu, Launching Test Applications and other features refer to the RXT-1200 Platform
manual.
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4.1 Connector Panels & Test Ports
RXT-3900 Connector Panel
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5.0 Utilities
Refer to the RXT-1200 Platform Manual for information about all Utilities and Tools available.
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6.0 OTN, SDH/SONET Test Mode
Accessing Setup: Please see Getting Started in the RXT-1200 Platform manual for information on launching Test
Applications.
SONET Home Menu
The Setup page has four tabs for setting the OTN, SDH/SONET, and PDH parameters: Signal, Measurements, General, and
Auto-Config tabs.
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6.1 Signal Overview
The Setup page has five tabs for setting the OTN, SDH/SONET, and PDH parameters: Signal, Measurements, General, SDT,
and Auto-Config tabs. Tap on the Signal tab to set up the Transmitter and Receiver interfaces and associated test parameters
prior to running a test.
Signal tab
TX and RX Configurations
The Transmitter (TX) and Receiver (RX) configurations are grouped into a simple yet intuitive block diagram. The TX and RX
signal parameters can be modified by tapping the applicable block which brings up a new dialog window displaying additional
input and specific selection settings. The Transmitter transmits as soon as a valid configuration is entered. The Receiver will
check for a valid signal on its input so the measurement function is synchronized. When a test is not running, the LEDs will still
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indicate errors and alarms, but any other results displayed will be the results of a previous test.
Coupling TX and RX
When the TX and RX signal structures are required to be identical or symmetrical, coupling the Transmitter and Receiver is
possible. Tap on the blue "TX" or "RX" header to bring up the Copy menu. Copy menu options are Coupled, Tx=Rx, and Rx=Tx.
Accessing the Copy Menu
Copy Menu Options
Coupled: TX and RX configurations are grouped as one block; TX and RX will have identical configuration. To uncouple
TX and RX settings, tap on the blue "Coupled" heading and select Independent from the Copy Menu.
Tx=Rx: Tx blocks will copy the settings made in the Rx blocks
Rx=Tx: Rx blocks will copy the settings made in the Tx blocks
Changes to the Setup are applied immediately unless an invalid parameter has been selected.
When the TX and RX signal structures need to be independent or asymmetrical, uncoupling the transmitter and receiver is
possible. For example, the TX could be sending a PRBS of 2^23-1 in a VC12 carried within an optical STM-64, while the RX
could be expecting to receive a PRBS of 2^23-1 in a 2Mbps E1 signal.
Signal Menu Options:
Hierarchy: Allows the user to configure OTN/SDH, OTN/SONET, PDH signal and network types, including the bit rate and
higher order mapping, if applicable.
Interface: Allows the user to select optical or electrical test ports. Optical test ports apply to OTN/SDH signal types only,
while electrical ports can apply to STTM-1E or PDH signals. Clock source and offset options are also configured in this
screen.
Structure: Applies to SDH/SONET signals only and allows the user to configure lower order mapping and the channel
number.
Payload: Applies to both SDH/SONET and PDH signals and allows the user to configure low rate signal (if applicable) and
associated framing.
Pattern: Applies to both SDH/SONET and PDH signals and allows the user to configure the test pattern to be used. Use
the pattern drop-down box to select the test pattern which will be inserted into the transmitted signal. Pseudo Random Bit
Sequences (PRBS) defined by ITU-T 0.150 and 0.151 standards, fixed words and 24-bit or 32 bit user defined patterns are
available. Note: If the 32 bit user pattern entered is incorrect, the default pattern will be 0xFFFFFFFF.
Warning Message
While a test is running, it is possible to view the signal configuration, but it is not possible to change the setup or modify other
measurement settings. This warning screen is only shown during initial setup to alert the user.
Warning Message
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6.2 Setup: SDH
SDH/SONET selection from the General tab
Accessing SDH Testing
To display SDH options for the TX and RX block configuration,
1. Tap on the General tab from the Setup screen and select SDH from the SDH/SONET drop-down menu.
2. Tap on Signal tab > Hierarchy > Network Type and select SDH from the drop-down menu.
Note: Depending on whether SDH or SONET is selected from the SDH/SONET option under the General tab, TX and RX
configuration screens will look slightly different.
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6.2.1 Transmitter Setup
This section of the manual describes the SDH configuration capabilities. The block diagram of the Tx and Rx structure is
described in Signal Overview.
Note: Depending on the platform and module(s) installed, available options will vary.
Hierarchy
Tapping the Hierarchy box opens the Tx Hierarchy Setup screen:
Coupled Hierarchy - Normal Operating Mode
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