VIAVI TEM V2 Timing Expansion Module with T-BERD/MTS-5800 and OneAdvisor 800
TEM V2

VIAVI Timing Expansion Module V2 (TEM V2) for T-BERD/MTS-5800 and OneAdvisor 800

Field timing and synchronization module with multi-band GNSS receiver and rubidium oscillator for T-BERD/MTS-5800 and OneAdvisor 800.

Weight
0.45 kg (1.0 lb)
Dimensions
12.9 x 13.5 x 4.7 cm; (5.9 x 5.4 x 1.8 in)
Time error
<= 176 ns over 8 hours
Average frequency stability
<= 6E-12 over an 8-hour period
Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI Timing Expansion Module Version 2 (TEM V2) is a field timing and synchronization reference. It is used with the T-BERD/MTS-5800 or OneAdvisor 800 test platforms. With it, network operators can verify the precise synchronization that Radio Access Networks need as ITU-T timing accuracy targets become stricter.

The module has a multi-band GNSS antenna input and a rubidium-based miniature atomic clock (MAC). This keeps measurements accurate to the nanosecond when no satellite signal is present and the module is running in holdover.

The TEM V2 attaches to the host test set, so technicians do not need to carry a second instrument for synchronization testing. It supports IEEE 1588v2 (PTP) time error and packet delay variation measurements, Ethernet and IP one-way delay, GNSS antenna qualification, 1 PPS wander analysis, and T1/E1 jitter and wander measurements.

Key Features

  • Multi-channel, multi-band GNSS receiver for fast and accurate satellite acquisition
  • Confirms frequency, phase, and time synchronization in the field using ITU G.8265.1, G.8275.1 and G.8275.2 profiles
  • Verifies Ethernet and IP one-way delay
  • Nanosecond-accurate one-way delay 1/10 GE measurements
  • Proves out GNSS antenna installations, including individual satellite signal strength and overall Dilution of Precision
  • Concurrent multiple GNSS constellations including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and SBAS
  • Supports multiple 1 PPS and 10 MHz inputs and disciplined outputs concurrently
  • BITS/SETS clock inputs
  • Standard RJ-45 V.11 interface per G.703 Amendment 1 supporting 1 PPS and Time of Day inputs
  • 1588v2 (PTP) measurements including nanosecond-accurate PDV and time measurements
  • PTP grand master (PRTC) emulation
  • Wander analysis per ITU G.8262.1, G.8273.1, and G.8273.2
  • GNSS 1PPS pulse accuracy to +/-5 ns (1-sigma)
  • Rubidium oscillator for holdover operation

Specifications

General
Weight 0.45 kg (1.0 lb)
Dimensions 12.9 x 13.5 x 4.7 cm; (5.9 x 5.4 x 1.8 in)
Time error <= 176 ns over 8 hours
At room temperature with no vibration (in Holdover)
Average frequency stability <= 6E-12 over an 8-hour period
In Holdover; stability is based on a constant room temperature and stable magnetic environment with no vibration
Inputs Two (2)
Output One (1) — disciplined
Time accuracy compared to UTC ± 5ns 1-sigma
Interfaces – GNSS Antenna
Connector SMA
Power 0, 3.3, and 5V
Interfaces – 1 PPS RJ-45
Connector RJ-45
Input 1 PPS and Time of Day (ToD) over V.11 serial interface per G.703
Output 1 PPS per G.703 with adjustable voltages
Interfaces – 1 PPS
Connector SMB
Inputs Two (2)
Output One (1) — disciplined
Interfaces – External Clock
Connector SMB
Input BITS/SETS, 2 MHz, 10 MHz
Interfaces – 10 MHz Output
Connector SMB
Input One (1)
Output One (1) — disciplined
GNSS
Constellations GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and SBAS; sky plot
Web page lists GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, SBAS, and QZSS; datasheet value shown
Channels 184 channels with per channel signal strength
Time formats UTC, GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, Glonass
Location information Fixed (configurable), dynamic, survey
Oscillator
Sync source GNSS, 1 PPS, 10 Mhz, BITS/SETS
Type Atomic clock with rubidium oscillator

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

  • PTP time error measurement for Class C PTP Boundary Clocks
  • One-way delay and network asymmetry measurement
  • PTP PDV measurement on non-PTP-aware networks
  • GNSS antenna installation qualification
  • 1 PPS output accuracy troubleshooting
  • T1 and E1 jitter and wander measurement
  • PTP frequency accuracy using Floor Packet Percentile (FPP) analysis
  • RAN synchronization verification
  • Cell tower turn-up and maintenance

Documents & Resources

TEM Timing Module version 2 for T-BERD/MTS-5800 and OneAdvisor 800
datasheet · PDF
OneAdvisor 800 Platform - Enabling the Timing Expansion Module
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - Enabling the Timing Expansion Module
manual · PDF
OneAdvisor 800 Transport Platform - IEEE 1588v2 Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) G.8275.2 Telecom Profile Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
OneAdvisor 800 Transport Platform - IEEE 1588v2 Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) G.8265.1 Telecom Profile Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
OneAdvisor 800 Transport Platform - IEEE 1588v2 Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) G.8275.1 Telecom Profile Architecture Verification
manual
OneAdvisor 800 Transport Platform - IEEE 1588v2 Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) Telecom Profile 2008 Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - IEEE 1588v2 Precision Timing Protocol (PTP) G.8265.1 Telecom Profile Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - IEEE 1588v2 Precision Timing Protocol (PTP) G.8275.1 Telecom Profile Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - IEEE 1588v2 Precision Timing Protocol (PTP) G.8275.2 Telecom Profile Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - IEEE 1588v2 Precision Timing Protocol (PTP) Telecom Profile 2008 Architecture Verification
manual · PDF
Verifying Telecom Synchronization Networks
app note · PDF
Turn Up and Maintain Cell Towers Quickly, Safely, and Efficiently
brochure · PDF
Data Center Use Case Test Guide
app note · PDF
OneAdvisor 800 Transport Platform - Measuring the Time Delay of a Satellite Antenna and Cable System
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - Enabling the GNSS/GPS Receiver for Sky Plot, One-Way Delay, and Sync Measurements
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - Measuring the Time Delay of a Satellite Antenna and Cable System
manual · PDF
T-BERD/MTS-5800 - One Way Delay (OWD) Measurement
manual · PDF
The Evolution of Fronthaul Networks
app note · PDF