OneExpert CATV ONX-620 DOCSIS 3.1 Handheld Signal Analysis Meter

Handheld CATV signal analysis meter for DOCSIS 3.1/3.0 testing, ingress and downstream analysis, WiFi and Ethernet service verification.

Diplexer 42/85: Upstream 4-42 MHz and 4-85 MHz; Downstream 54-1,004 MHz and 108-1,218 MHz
Diplexer 42/204: Upstream 4-42 MHz and 4-204 MHz; Downstream 54-1,004 MHz and 258-1,218 MHz
Diplexer 65/204: Upstream 4-65 MHz and 4-204 MHz; Downstream 83-1,218 MHz and 258 MHz-1,218 MHz
Diplexer 85/204: Upstream 4-85 MHz and 4-204 MHz; Downstream 108-1,218 MHz and 258-1,218 MHz

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI OneExpert CATV ONX-620 is a handheld signal analysis meter for cable television and home network installation and troubleshooting. It is a member of the OneExpert CATV platform and is offered in Basic, IPX and TSX packages with dual-diplexer RF modules.

A multi-touch interface and OneCheck automated tests present results on a dashboard with pass/fail indications. AutoChannel identifies the channel plan automatically, and a OneCheck run covers the full lineup, including MER and BER on all channels, in about a minute. Ingress and downstream testing are performed simultaneously through the DuoPort design with PosiScan.

Session Expert performs background analysis of the results gathered at the tap, ground block and CPE, identifies problems and suggests corrective actions. Results and assets are managed through the cloud-based StrataSync service.

Platform and connectivity

The meter supports DOCSIS 3.1 physical and service performance testing (option), DOCSIS 3.0 32x8 bonding, WiFi in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, dual Gigabit Ethernet and a wireless personal area network for mobile app integration. The DOCSIS/RF module is field-exchangeable, and the dual-diplexer design supports transition to extended return bands. Optional capabilities include TrueSpeed, IP video, VoIP, HomeTDR, home leakage testing, and USB fiber scope and optical power meter support.

Key Features

DuoPort design with PosiScan for simultaneous Ingress Scan and Downstream tests
AutoChannel automatic channel plan identification
OneCheck dashboard with MER/BER on all channels in about 60 seconds
Session Expert background analysis with suggested actions
Cloud enabled via StrataSync for test results and compliance tracking
Built-in usage guide
DOCSIS 3.0 32x8 bonding; DOCSIS 3.1 option
WiFi 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz and wireless personal area network
Dual GigE Ethernet with optional TrueSpeed
Optional fiber scope and power meter support
Field-exchangeable DOCSIS/RF module
Dual-diplexer design supporting 42/85, 65/204, 42/204 and 85/204 MHz splits
5 inch capacitive touch screen, 800 x 480
Field replaceable 96 W/hr Li-Ion battery

Specifications

Frequency Range

Diplexer 42/85	Upstream 4-42 MHz and 4-85 MHz; Downstream 54-1,004 MHz and 108-1,218 MHz Automatically switching diplexer
Diplexer 42/204	Upstream 4-42 MHz and 4-204 MHz; Downstream 54-1,004 MHz and 258-1,218 MHz
Diplexer 65/204	Upstream 4-65 MHz and 4-204 MHz; Downstream 83-1,218 MHz and 258 MHz-1,218 MHz
Diplexer 85/204	Upstream 4-85 MHz and 4-204 MHz; Downstream 108-1,218 MHz and 258-1,218 MHz
Accuracy	±10 ppm typical @25°C

Downstream Analysis — Port 1

AutoChannel Plan Builder	Auto detection of channel parameters (analog/digital, symbols, QAM)
Max input power	60 dBmV total integrated power
Dynamic range	>80 dB at 44 kHz RBW
Operation on powered tap	Operate with up to 90 V AC/DC on input port
Return loss	>9 dB

Upstream Analysis — Port 2

Ingress spectrum scan	0.5 – 204 MHz
Sensitivity	−45 dBmV
RBW	300 kHz
Min detectable level upstream	−55 dBmV
Dynamic range ONX-620	50dB ONX-630: 60 dB
Max total integrated power	55 dBmV, 4 – 10 MHz; 60 dBmV, 10 to 204 MHz
Accuracy	±2 dB typical at 25°C
Sampling rate	Hyper Spectrum FFT gapless technology - no missed samples, spans 0.5 -110 MHz, 110 to 160 MHz, and 160 to 204 MHz
Return loss	>9.5 dB
Power detection/notification	Notify of AC/DC power presence on port 2 above 2 Volts

Upstream Signal Generator

Number of signals generated simultaneously	From 1 to 8
Signal types	Signals either all CW or all modulated
Modulation supported	QPSK, 16 QAM, and 64 QAM
Symbol rates supported	5.12, 2.56, 1.28, 0.64, 0.32, and 0.16 Msym/s

Analog Channel Measurement

Standards	NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Min detectable signal	−50 dBmV single channel
Level accuracy	±1.5 dB from −20 dBmV to +50 dBmV typical at 25°C; ±2.0 dB, −10°C to +50°C
Carrier to noise range	30 to 51 dB NTSC, 4 MHz measurement bandwidth
Carrier to noise accuracy	±2.0 dB within specified measurement range ≤ 600 MHz

Downstream Digital Channel Analysis

Calibrated power levels	-20 dBmV to +50 dBmV
Level accuracy	±1.5 dB from -20 dBmV to +50 dBmV typical at 25°C; ±2.0 dB, -10°C to +50°C
Modulation(s)	64, 128, and 256 QAM, OFDM
Regional demods	DVB-C
Hum frequency range	25 Hz to 1000 Hz
MER specified range	21 to 40 dB, 64 QAM; 28 to 40 dB, 256 QAM; 16 to 44 dB OFDM With input level -5 to +20 dBmV; MER range declines as input levels decrease
MER accuracy	±2 dB typical at 25°C
Minimum lock level	−15 dBmV
BER — ChannelCheck and DOCSISCheck mode	Down to 1E-9 (pre and post FEC)
BER — OneCheck mode	Down to 1E-8 (pre and post FEC) default; 1E-9 user selectable

OFDM and DOCSIS

OFDM channels	24 - 192 MHz wide - up to 3 active OFDM channels DOCSIS 3.1 testing is optional on ONX-620 packages
OFDM profile analysis	Profiles A, B, C, D, NCP, and PLC more profiles as implemented
DOCSIS bonding	Supports DOCSIS 3.1 bonding up to 32 SC-QAM + 2 OFDM downstream channels, 8 SC-QAM + 2 OFDMA upstream channels
Downstream frequency range	54/85/108/258 to 1,000/1,218 MHz dependent on currently active diplexer frequency
Upstream frequency range	5 to 204 MHz dependent on currently active diplexer frequency
Transmit level range (max)	+61 to +48 dBmV depending on modulation format and number of bonded carriers, per DOCSIS specification

Display/Interface

Display	High-Brightness Color LCD (800 x 480), 5 inch diagonal
Touch screen	Capacitive Hard key navigation capable
Boot time	Approximately 20 sec
RF	(2) F connectors replaceable
USB	Host (2)
Ethernet (2)	RJ45 10/100/1000T
WiFi test interface	802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4/5 GHz)
WiFi access point IPX, TSX	Configure OneExpert CATV as WiFi access point (Ethernet to WiFi bridge) IPX, TSX models only

Environmental

For indoor/outdoor use	IP 54 light rain (0.5 in/hr; 1.27 cm/hr)
Drop	1 m (3.3 ft) onto concrete
Operating temperature	−10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F)
Storage temperature	−20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
Humidity	10 – 90% RH non-condensing
RF immunity	8.5 V/m for CATV measurements
Maximum altitude	4000 m (13,123 ft)

Power and Physical

Battery	Field replaceable 96 W/hr 10.4 V, 10-cell LiIon
Typical battery life	6 – 8 hr continuous, 15 – 20 hr typical usage
Battery charge time	4 Hrs (90%); 6 - 8 Hrs 100% (AC charger)
Weight	5.95 lb (2.7 kg)
Protective case and shoulder strap	0.95 lb

Ordering — ONX-620 Packages

Basic 42/85 Basic	ONX-620D31-4285-1010-BAS
Basic 65/204 Basic	ONX-620D31-6520-1212-BAS
IPX 42/85 IPX	ONX-620D31-4285-1010-IPX
IPX 65/204 IPX	ONX-620D31-6520-1212-IPX
IPX 42/204 IPX	ONX-620D31-4220-1012-IPX
IPX 85/204 IPX	ONX-620D31-8520-1212-IPX
TSX 42/85 TSX	ONX-620D31-4285-1010-TSX
TSX 65/204 TSX	ONX-620D31-6520-1212-TSX
TSX 42/204 TSX	ONX-620D31-4220-1012-TSX
TSX 85/204 TSX	ONX-620D31-8520-1212-TSX

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

Applications

Troubleshooting QAM carriers and home networks
Troubleshooting service issues between tap, ground block and CPE
Verifying WiFi networks
Testing Gigabit DOCSIS services
Business service turn-up and troubleshooting
PON and RFoG installation including inspection, power levels and RF performance
Home leakage testing
Remote PHY turn-up and maintenance

Included

Protective case with hand strap and detachable shoulder strap
AC power supply with choice of country-specific adaptor plug
Quick start guide
StrataSync Core support

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
ONX-TRUESPEED	TrueSpeed
ONX-CATV-IPVIDEO	IP Video
ONX-CATV-SW-D31	DOCSIS 3.1
ONX-VOIP	VoIP
ONX-CATV-SW-INGRESS-EXP	Ingress Expert
ONX-CATV-SW-RSG	Return Signal Generator
ONX-CATV-SW-RSG-LOOP	Return Signal Generator w/ Loop-back
ONX-CATV-SW-HOMETDR	HomeTDR
TRI-LKG-HL-METER-KIT	Seeker Home Leakage Test Kit
ONX-CATV-SW-HL-LKG	Home Leakage Software Option
ONX-CATV-SW-OUDP-LKG	OneExpert CATV and HFC OUDP Leakage Software Option
ONX-CATV-SW-RP-SNR-OCE	Return Path SNR Option
UPG-ONX-D31-4220-1012	ONX-620 42/204 MHz Upgrade Module
UPG-ONX-D31-S-8520-1212	ONX-620/630 85/204 MHz Upgrade Module — RF module only; requires trade-in
UPG-ONX-CATV-SW-RP-SNR	Field Upgrade (via StrataSync) Return Path SNR Option
UPG-ONX-CATV-SW-HOMETDR	HomeTDR Software Upgrade via StrataSync
UPG-ONX-CATV-SW-HL-LKG	Field Upgrade via SS HL Leakage Software Option — Requires D3.1 HW
UPG-ONX-CATV-SW-OUDP-LKG	Field Upgrade via SS OUDP Leakage Software Option — Requires D3.1 HW
BRONZE-5	Five-year warranty
SILVER-3	One calibration
SILVER-5	Five-year warranty and two calibrations
AC-CHARGER	Replacement Charger (no power cord)
AC-CAR-CHARGER	Car Charger
ONX-CATV-STD-ACCY-KIT	Replacement Fitted Case
1019-00-1366	Strand Hook
ONX-CATV-BATT-96WHR	Replacement 96 W/Hr Battery
ONX-SCREEN-PROTECTION	Replacement Screen Protector (5 pack)
ONX-CATV-DLX-ACCY-KIT	Deluxe accessory kit — Large Accessory Bag, Fitted Case, 12V Adapter, Strand Hook, Ethernet Patch Cord (1 m), Extra Hand Strap
MP-80A	MP-80 USB Optical Power Meter
MP-60A	MP-60 USB Optical Power Meter
FI-60	FI-60 Live Fiber Identifier
FBP-P5000I	P5000i USB Fiber Scope