Viavi OneExpert CATV Instruction Manual

Application Note
Connecting
OneExpert CATV
Remotely with Android Phone
Recommended program and basic setup instructions for using a VNC
client on an Android phone to access a OneExpert CATV
An android compatible VNC program is recommended for connecting an ONX to an
android phone for remote control. This enables OneExpert CATV remote access and
control.
There are multiple applications available, but we’ve found that bVNC provides the smoothest user
experience.

2 Connecting to a OneExpert CATV Remotely with an Android Phone
Configuring the ONX for remote VNC access
Make sure that remote VNC is enabled on the ONX.
This is found from the System Settings/Remote Operation menu.
Make sure that “Enable VNC Server”is checked.
Also note the VNC Password needed to set up the VNC connection.
The default password is viavi-vnc but this can be changed by the user
if desired.
Set up Phone as a WiFi Hotspot
To remote VNC to the ONX from an Android Phone, both the ONX and the
Phone must be connected to the same network. When in the field setting the
phone up as a mobile hot spot is recommended, then connect the ONX to it
via WiFi.
Note: WiFi hotspot is not required. VNC to the ONX will also work if both the
ONX and the Android are connected to the same WiFi Access Point if this is
available.

3 Connecting to a OneExpert CATV Remotely with an Android Phone
Establish the ONX IP address
First, connect the ONX to the WiFi network, then identify its IP address since it will be the VNC server
used by the Android VNC program. You can find the OneExpert WiFI connection setup in the Network
application.
After establishing a WiFi connection on the ONX to the Mobile Device you are ready to connect via VNC

4 Connecting to a OneExpert CATV Remotely with an Android Phone
Launch and configure the bVNC client
After Launching bVNC the connection must be set up. Enter the IP address of the ONX and the VNC
password.
To optimize for best viewing turn on the Show Advanced Settings.
Setting for Full Screen Bitmap works well.

5 Connecting to a OneExpert CATV Remotely with an Android Phone
bVNC allows you to simply tap on the screen and it acts like touching the ONX. A simulated mouse
cursor appears where you last touched. Helpful PC softkeys are provided at the bottom of the screen.
Click this area to open up some control keys.
The Arrow keys are recommended for navigating up and down the
ONX menus. The ESC key works like the ONX back button.