Viavi Seeker X User manual

Seeker X
Digital Leakage Detection System
User’s Guide

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Notice
Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this manual was accurate at the time
of printing. However, information is subject to change without notice, and VIAVI reserves the
right to provide an addendum to this manual with information not available at the time that
this manual was created.
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other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Ordering information
This guide is a product of the VIAVI Technical Publications Department, issued as part of the
product. The catalog number for a published guide is Catalog Number - printed. The catalog
number for an electronic guide on USB is Catalog Number - electronic.
Terms and conditions
Specifications, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. The provision
of hardware, services, and/or software are subject to VIAVI standard terms and conditions,
available at www.viavisolutions.com/en/terms-and-conditions.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by VIAVI could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
CAUTION:
yThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. The End user must follow the specific operating instructions
for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
yThis transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Industry Canada Requirements
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Device operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use.
Dans la bande de fréquence 5150-5250 Mhz, l’utilisation du produit doit être uniquement en
intérieur.

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Japan Radio Law
The GITEKI mark can be found on the label on the back of the meter.
EU WEEE and Battery Directives
This product, and the batteries used to power the product, should not be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste and should be collected separately and disposed of according to
your national regulations.
VIAVI has established a take-back process in compliance with the EU Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, 2012/19/EU, and the EU Battery Directive, 2006/66/EC.
Instructions for returning waste equipment and batteries to VIAVI can be found in the WEEE
section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
If you have questions concerning disposal of your equipment or batteries, contact the VIAVI
WEEE Program Management team at [e-mail].
EU REACH
Article 33 of EU REACH regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 requires article suppliers to provide
information if a listed Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) is present in an article above a
certain threshold.
For information on the presence of REACH SVHCs in VIAVI products, see the Hazardous
Substance Control section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
EU CE Marking Directives (LV, EMC, RoHS, RE)
This product conforms with all applicable CE marking directives. For details, please see the EU
Declaration of Conformity included in the shipping package.
China RoHS
China RoHS documentation is included in the shipping package and available on
StrataSync.

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California Proposition 65
California Proposition 65, officially known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement
Act of 1986, was enacted in November 1986 with the aim of protecting individuals in the
state of California and the state’s drinking water and environment from excessive exposure to
chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For the VIAVI position statement on the use of Proposition 65 chemicals in VIAVI products, see
the Hazardous Substance Control section of the VIAVI Standards and Policies web page.
Compliance with 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
In accordance with Article 10.8(a) and 10.8(b) of the RED, the instruments for sale in the EU
operate in the 5-205 MHz frequency range at a maximum RF transmit power of +15dBm.
Please contact us for more information:
VIAVI Solutions
Network Service Enablement
6001 America Center Drive
San Jose, CA, 95002

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Contents
About this Guide 11
Purpose and scope ................................................................................................. 11
Assumptions............................................................................................................. 11
Technical Assistance ............................................................................................... 11
Safety and compliance information ................................................................. 12
Conventions ............................................................................................................ 12
Typographical conventions.......................................................................... 12
Keyboard and menu conventions...............................................................13
Symbol conventions .......................................................................................13
Safety definitions........................................................................................... 14
Precautions...............................................................................................................15
What ships with the Seeker X?...........................................................................17
Optional kits.....................................................................................................17
Preparation for use.................................................................................................17
Chapter 1 Quick Tour 19
About the Seeker X ...............................................................................................20
Features.................................................................................................................... 21
Easy configuration......................................................................................... 21
Multiple frequency plan............................................................................... 21
Signal compatibility....................................................................................... 21
Squelch operation..........................................................................................22
Source localization .........................................................................................22
Optional software .................................................................................................22
A guided tour of your Seeker X .........................................................................23
Front view ........................................................................................................23
Back view .........................................................................................................24
Right side view...............................................................................................25
Bottom view....................................................................................................25

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Display screen .................................................................................................26
A guided tour of your Mobile Mount...............................................................28
Front view ........................................................................................................28
Rear view..........................................................................................................29
About the battery of your Seeker X.................................................................30
USB charging...................................................................................................30
Mobile Mount charging.................................................................................31
Charging with the optional Seeker MCA III ...................................31
Chapter 2 Using Your Seeker X 33
Seeker X setup........................................................................................................34
Basic operation.......................................................................................................34
Power ................................................................................................................34
Low battery warning ....................................................................................34
Seeker MCA III communication successful (optional)...........................34
PC communications mode ...........................................................................35
RF signal measurement mode .................................................................... 35
Using the display................................................................................................... 37
In the Mobile Mount ..................................................................................... 37
Outside the Mobile Mount.......................................................................... 37
Using your Seeker X..............................................................................................38
Viewing the battery charge level ..............................................................38
Low battery ...........................................................................................39
Firmware version .................................................................................39
Checking the battery charging status..................................................... 40
Enable/Disable peak hold ............................................................................ 41
Selecting a frequency ...................................................................................42
Preset frequency toggle ....................................................................43
Antenna selection ............................................................................... 44
Ambient noise level measurement........................................................... 44
Distance correction adjustment.........................................................................45
Selecting a distance correction preset .................................................... 46
Speaker volume level............................................................................................47
Adjusting the speaker volume....................................................................47
Saving measurement snapshots....................................................................... 48
Pre-Fix .............................................................................................................. 48
Post-Fix............................................................................................................ 48
No snapshot ....................................................................................................49
Data synchronization with Seeker MCA III (optional) ..........................50
Seeker MCA III display screens (optional) ........................................................51
GPS signal..........................................................................................................51

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Chapter 3 Leakage Testing 53
Before you begin leakage testing.....................................................................54
Testing for leaks.....................................................................................................54
Chapter 4 Appendix 57
Specifications..........................................................................................................58
Ordering information ...........................................................................................59
Feature matrix ........................................................................................................59
Display messages................................................................................................... 61
Messages and warnings ............................................................................... 61
Error messages................................................................................................62
Limited warranty ...................................................................................................65
Technical assistance...............................................................................................65
Additional information.........................................................................................65

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About this Guide
Thank you for purchasing the Seeker X. This guide provides setup and operating instructions to
get you up and running as soon as possible.
Purpose and scope
The purpose of this guide is to help you successfully use the product features and capabilities.
Additionally, this guide provides a complete description of the VIAVI warranty, services, and
repair information.
Assumptions
This guide is intended for novice, intermediate, and experienced users who want to use the
product effectively and efficiently. We are assuming that you have basic computer and mouse/
track ball experience and are familiar with basic telecommunication concepts and terminology.
Technical Assistance
If you require technical assistance, call 1-844-GO-VIAVI / 1.844.468.4284.
Outside US: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
For the latest TAC information, visit
https://support.viavisolutions.com/welcome

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Safety and compliance information
Safety information is contained in a separate guide and is provided in printed format with the
product.
For information about CE compliance, see the Declaration of Conformity. A copy of the
declaration is included in the shipping package.
Conventions
This guide uses typographical and symbols conventions as described in the following tables.
Description Example
User interface actions On the Status bar, click Start.
Buttons or switches that you press
on a unit Press the ON switch.
Code and output messages All results okay
Text you must type exactly as
shown Type: a:\set.exe in the dialog box
Variables Type the new hostname.
Book references Refer to Newton’s Telecom Dictionary
A vertical bar | means “or”: only
one option can appear in a single
command.
platform [a|b|e]
Square brackets [ ] indicate an
optional argument. login [platform name]
Slanted brackets < > group
required arguments. <password>
Typographical conventions

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Description Example
A plus sign + indicates
simultaneous keystrokes. Press Ctrl+s
A comma indicates consecutive key
strokes. Press Alt+f,s
A slanted bracket indicates
choosing a submenu from menu. On the menu bar, click Start > Program Files.
Symbol conventions
Keyboard and menu conventions
This symbol indicates a note that includes important supplemental information or
tips related to the main text.
This symbol represents a general hazard. It may be associated with either a
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or ALERT message. See the “Safety definitions” on
page 14 for more information.
This symbol represents an alert. It indicates that there is an action that must be
performed in order to protect equipment and data or to avoid software damage
and service interruption.
This symbol represents hazardous voltages. It may be associated with either a
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or ALERT message. See the “Safety definitions” on
page 14 for more information.
This symbol represents a risk of explosion. It may be associated with either a
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or ALERT message. See the “Safety definitions” on
page 14 for more information.
This symbol represents a risk of a hot surface. It may be associated with either a
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, or ALERT message. See the “Safety definitions” on
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Symbol conventions (continued)
Safety definitions
This symbol represents a risk associated with fiber optic lasers. It may be
associated with either a DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or ALERT message. See
the Safety Definitions below for more information.
This symbol, located on the equipment, battery, or the packaging indicates
that the equipment or battery must not be disposed of in a land-fill site or
as municipal waste, and should be disposed of according to your national
regulations.
Term Description
DANGER
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. It
may be associated with either a general hazard, high
voltage, or other symbol.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It
may be associated with either a general hazard, high
voltage, or other symbol.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury and/
or damage to equipment.
It may be associated with either a general hazard,
high voltage, or risk of explosion symbol.
When applied to software actions, indicates a
situation that, if not avoided, could result in loss of
data or a disruption of software operation.
ALERT
Indicates that there is an action that must be
performed in order to protect equipment and data or
to avoid software damage and service interruption.

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Precautions
WARNING:
Pursuant to FCC 15.21 of the FCC rules, changes not
expressly approved by VIAVI might cause harmful
interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this
product.
CAUTION:
Do not use the instrument in any manner not specied by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may
be impaired.
CAUTION:
A strong electromagnetic eld may affect the measurement
accuracy of the meter.
CAUTION:
Use only the battery charger supplied with the meter. Use of
any other charger may damage the battery.
CAUTION:
Avoid using the antenna during adverse weather conditions,
when lightning could occur.
NOTE:
All spent batteries should be disposed of according to local
laws and guidelines.

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NOTE:
This hand-held instrument is not intended to be body worn, or
operated while held against the body.

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What ships with the Seeker X?
When you unpack the Seeker X, the following items are included as standard.
ySeeker X Leakage Detector
yBattery (installed in the unit)
yAC to DC Power Adapter & Battery Charger with USB Charge/Data Cable
yQuick Start Guide (a multi-fold guide that fits easily in the carrying case)
ySafety information sheet
Optional kits
yWalk out – Adds the directional handheld antennas (WFS-1, WFS-2), near field probe
(NFP-1), car charger, and carrying case
yDrive out – Adds the Mobile Mount, diplexer (DPF-1), and vehicle antennas (AVM-3,
WVM-2)
yMapping – Adds a Seeker MCA III, and GPS receiver
Preparation for use
This section explains how to start using the Seeker X. When you unpack your instrument, do
the following:
yInspect the unit for damage. If the instrument is damaged, put it back in the box and
contact VIAVI customer service (see “Technical Assistance” on page 11).
yIf undamaged, save the box and packing materials in case you need to ship the
instrument in the future.
yRemove the protective film from the LCD. This film is in place to protect the LCD during
shipment. Use the tab in the lower right corner to easily remove the film.
Before using the Seeker X for the first time, do the following:
yTurn on the unit and verify it is operating properly by navigating through a few menus.
yIf the LO appears on the display, charge the battery.
NOTE:
For additonal information about Seeker X options and
services, contact your local VIAVI representative or visit
www.viavisolutions.com.

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Quick Tour
This chapter provides an overview of the unit, status indicators, connectors, and user
interface, including the following:
y“About the Seeker X” on page 20
y“Features” on page 21
y“Optional software” on page 22
y“A guided tour of your Seeker X” on page 23
y“A guided tour of your Mobile Mount” on page 28
y“About the battery of your Seeker X” on page 30

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Chapter 1 Quick Tour
About the Seeker X
The VIAVI Seeker X™ leakage detector provides the agility
to monitor leakage anywhere in a channel lineup, with the
sensitivity and speed to accurately detect leaks that other
systems miss.
With support for up to 4 concurrent monitoring frequencies
from 130–150 and 250–1220 MHz including OFDM support,
Seeker X affords operators complete flexibility in defining
downstream channel lineups, while providing true full-spectrum
leakage detection.
Seeker X will detect tagged leaks and ignore untagged leaks,
saving time from false alarms from signals not originating
in your system, including overbuild situations. In addition to
legacy Seeker D tag signals, Seeker X detects the revolutionary
new digitally tagged carrier to provide unmatched leakage
sensitivity and positive leak detection. This allows more
thorough and accurate coverage of your plant in driveout
testing and much more efficient find and fix processes for techs
in the field.
Transition to distributed access architectures is simplified by
virtualized tagging capabilities supported by most major R-PHY,
R-MACPHY, and R-CCAP vendors. With this approach, no specialized hardware is required in the
hub, and technicians use the same Seeker leakage detectors and work processes regardless of
node type.
Seeker X detectors and Mobile Mounts can be dropped into systems currently using Seeker
Ds with no change to existing monitoring and find/fix processes. These new Seeker X units
can benefit from the increased speed, sensitivity, and OFDM detection on their own, and
can monitor two extra tagged frequencies if CT-4 taggers are swapped out for Seeker-D
compatible CT-X units.
The Seeker X may be used in its Mobile Mount for driveouts, or removed from the mount for
leakage troubleshooting on foot with the WFS-1 adjustable dipole or WFS-2 wideband log
periodic.
Regardless of the system architecture or channel lineup, Seeker X provides all the capabilities
to find and fix leaks quickly, accurately, and effectively.