VIAVI Network & Service Companion NSC-100 handheld tester, front view
NSC100-GPON-PRO

VIAVI Network & Service Companion NSC100-GPON-PRO GPON, Ethernet and WiFi Test Package

NSC-100 handheld test package combining GPON, Ethernet and WiFi testing with SpeedCheck 1G and Ookla Speedtest 1G throughput tests.

NSC100-GPON-PRO
GPON, Ethernet, WiFi, SpeedCheck 1G, Speedtest 1G
Datasheet

Overview

The NSC100-GPON-PRO is a standard PON package of the VIAVI Network & Service Companion (NSC-100), a compact handheld test device with a screenless design. This package combines GPON, Ethernet and WiFi test capabilities with the VIAVI SpeedCheck 1G and Ookla Speedtest 1G throughput tests.

The NSC-100 lets technicians and contractors validate both the network and service layers before sharing test results with customers and providers. One-button 'OneCheck' tests return results on a single screen and run in under one minute, giving a clear demarcation between PON service delivery and in-premises distribution over Ethernet and WiFi.

In the GPON role the unit emulates an ONU/ONT through a VIAVI GPON SFP and reports PON activation state, power levels, PON ID and ODN class according to ITU-T G.984 and G.988. WiFi testing covers connected-mode OneCheck WiFi up to WiFi 5 3x3 and passive WiFi Expert analysis up to WiFi 6, including coverage, channel noise and airtime, with recommendations when performance is below expectation.

Workflow and connectivity

The device is operated from a smartphone or tablet over Bluetooth using the VIAVI Mobile Tech app. Job Manager organizes jobs, test results and reports, and reports can be submitted through StrataSync or sent directly by email.

Key Features

  • GPON ONU/ONT emulation with PON activation state, power levels, PON ID and ODN class
  • Ethernet testing with IP connectivity, ping, traceroute and web connectivity
  • OneCheck WiFi connected-mode tests up to WiFi 5 3x3
  • VIAVI SpeedCheck 1G throughput test
  • Ookla Speedtest 1G throughput test
  • One-button OneCheck tests with results in under 1 minute
  • Robust, field-ready, screenless design
  • Job Manager for jobs, test results and reports
  • On-board report generation with submission via StrataSync or email
  • VIAVI Mobile Tech app support over Bluetooth
  • Field-replaceable Li-Ion battery with 1-week typical usage

Specifications

Package Contents
NSC100-GPON-PRO GPON, Ethernet, WiFi, SpeedCheck 1G, Speedtest 1G
PON Package
GPON
ONU/ONT Emulation VIAVI GPON SFP
Interface SC/APC
Standard G.984.2 GPON compliant, G.988 OMCI compliant
Upstream (1310 nm) Tx Signal Power Range 0.5 dBm to 5.0 dBm
Downstream (1490 nm) Rx Signal Power Range -28.0 dBm to -8.0 dBm
Test Results PON Activation State, Power Level values from the SFP, PON ID, ODN Class
According to ITU-T G.984 and G.988 standards
Ethernet
Standard IEEE 802.3
Rates 10M, 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G Ethernet
Test Results Ethernet Frames, IP Connectivity, Ping, Traceroute, Web Connectivity, Speed Test up to 2 Gbps
Speed tests in this package are the 1G options (SpeedCheck 1G, Speedtest 1G)
WiFi
OneCheck WiFi (Connected Mode) Up to WiFi 5 3x3 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Signal strength (RSSI), Standard, Width, Max Router PHY Rate, IP/Web connectivity, Throughput Tests
WiFi Expert (Passive Mode) Up to WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Signal strength (RSSI), Channel, Standard, Width, Channel Noise, Total Airtime, Noise Airtime, Estimated Throughput, Recommendations; NSC-WIFI-EXPERT option
Throughput / Performance Test
TCP Throughput Test VIAVI SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, VIAVI TrueSpeed (RFC-6349), iPerf
This package includes SpeedCheck 1G and Speedtest 1G
Performance 2 Gbps for SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, TrueSpeed, iPerf
NSC-100 platform maximum; 1G options included are up to 1Gbps over 1GE port
Test Results Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates
User Interface
Communication Interface Bluetooth v5.0
Smart Device Support Mobile Tech app, Android 8 or newer, iOS 12 or newer
Recommendation
VIAVI Instrument Support ONX-580, ONX-CATV
General
Size 116 x 190 x 52 mm (4.6 x 7.5 x 2.0 in)
Weight 0.8 kg (1.7 lb)
Operating Temperature Range (Non-Charging) -10°C to 50°C
Operating Temperature Range (Battery Charging) 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature Range -20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity Range 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
Operating Altitude 4000 m max
DC Input Power 15V @ 3A, USB-C Power Delivery (PD)
Battery 32 W/hr Li-Ion rechargeable battery, Field replaceable
Battery Life 1-week typical usage for installation technicians
Charge Port USB-C
USB Host Port USB-A (USB 3.0)

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

Applications

  • GPON service activation
  • Residential broadband installation
  • Small business service turn-up
  • In-premises Ethernet and WiFi troubleshooting
  • WiFi coverage and performance optimization
  • Service closeout testing by contractors

Options & Accessories

Option Description
NSC-OC-GPON NSC OneCheck GPON
NSC-OC-XGSPON NSC OneCheck XGSPON
NSC-OC-ETHERNET NSC OneCheck Ethernet
NSC-OC-WIFI NSC OneCheck WiFi
NSC-WIFI-EXPERT NSC WiFi Expert
NSC-SPEEDCHECK-1G NSC SpeedCheck over 1GE port up to 1Gbps
NSC-SPEEDCHECK-2G NSC SpeedCheck over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2Gbps
NSC-SPEEDTEST-1G NSC Ookla Speedtest over 1GE port up to 1Gbps
NSC-SPEEDTEST-2G NSC Ookla Speedtest over 1+1/2.5/5/10GE ports up to 2Gbps
NSC-TRUESPEED-1G NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 1GE port up to 1Gbps
NSC-TRUESPEED-2G NSC TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2Gbps
NSC-IPERF-1G NSC iPerf Test over 1GE port up to 1Gbps
NSC-IPERF-2G NSC iPerf Test over 2.5/5/10GE port up to 2Gbps
NSC-LOOPBACK-1G NSC L2/L3 1G Loopback
NSC-LOOPBACK-10G NSC L2/L3 10G Loopback
NSC-FUSION-CLIENT NSC Fusion Client
NSC-TWAMP-REFLECTOR NSC TWAMP Reflector
NSC-OPTICAL-ETHERNET NSC Optical Ethernet
NSC-SFP-ELEC-1G NSC 1G Electrical Ethernet SFP
NSC-SFP-ELEC-AUTO-10G NSC 2.5G, 5G and 10G Autoneg Electrical Ethernet SFP+
NSC-SFP-ELEC-1-2.5-5-10G NSC 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G Electrical Ethernet SFP+
NSC-SFP-850-1G-10G NSC 1G and 10G Optical Ethernet SFP+ 850 nm SR
NSC-SFP-1310-1G-10G NSC 1G and 10G Optical Ethernet SFP+ 1310 nm LR
NSC-SFP-1550-1G-10G NSC 1G and 10G Optical Ethernet SFP+ 1550 nm ER
NSC-SFP-GPON NSC GPON SFP
NSC-SFP-XGSPON NSC XGSPON SFP+
NSC-CAR-CHARGER NSC Car Charger with Cable — Optional accessory
NSC-BATTERY NSC Battery — Replacement part
NSC-CHARGER NSC Charger with Cable — Replacement part
NSC-STRAP NSC Hand Strap — Replacement part
NSC-CASE NSC Carrying Case — Replacement part
NSC-ETHERNET-ADAPTER Ethernet Cat6a M-Adapter Cable — Replacement part
NSC-ETHERNET-CABLE Ethernet Cat6a M-M Patch Cable — Replacement part

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