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ONXF-720-PON-85-204-TSX

OneExpert HFC ONXF-720-PON-85-204-TSX DOCSIS, PON, Ethernet and WiFi 7 Field Tester with PON Selective Power Meter

OneExpert HFC ONX-720 TSX unit with PON selective power meter, VFL and 85/204 MHz DOCSIS 3.1 module for multi-gig service testing.

Optical testing
PON Selective Optical Power Meter, VFL
Service testing
OneCheck Ethernet, OneCheck WiFi, 10G SpeedCheck
DOCSIS module
ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 module (85/204 MHz D3.1)
Software package
ONX 720 TSX Package
Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI OneExpert HFC ONXF-720-PON-85-204-TSX is a new-unit ordering package of the ONX-720 platform. It combines a PON selective optical power meter and visual fault locator with OneCheck Ethernet, OneCheck WiFi and 10G SpeedCheck, the ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 DOCSIS 3.1 module (85/204 MHz upstream, 1.2 GHz/1.2 GHz downstream) and the ONX 720 TSX software package.

The OneExpert HFC validates DOCSIS, Ethernet, PON and WiFi 7 throughput up to 10 Gbps. VIAVI Test Process Automation (TPA) provides one-button OneCheck workflows that give pass/fail results for Ethernet, WiFi, PON and DOCSIS, with geo-tagged saved results.

Optical testing

The integrated PON selective power meter measures coexistent wavelengths separately through a dedicated SC/APC optical port and can read the PON-ID to confirm connection to the expected OLT. With the TruePON option, the instrument verifies total optical loss, PON-ID, OLT connectivity and received power based on the ODN class. A 650 nm VFL and support for USB fiber scopes with auto analysis cover fiber troubleshooting.

DOCSIS and RF

The ONX-720/730 extends the ONX-620/630 by keeping their RF and DOCSIS testing functions, including support for existing RF modules. The unit is IP54 rated, drop tested and modular, with a path to 25G/50G PON and DOCSIS 4.0, integrated GPS, StrataSync and mobile app support, and a field-replaceable 96 W/hr battery.

Key Features

  • PON selective optical power meter included
  • Visual fault locator (1 mW) included
  • OneCheck Ethernet and OneCheck WiFi included
  • 10G VIAVI SpeedCheck included
  • ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 DOCSIS 3.1 module (85/204 MHz) included
  • ONX 720 TSX software package included
  • Unified OneCheck workflow automating pass/fail for DOCSIS, Ethernet, WiFi and PON
  • TruePON verification of PON-ID, loss and ODN class (option)
  • PON emulation of ONT for GPON/XGS using VIAVI SFP (option)
  • Selective power meter measures coexistent wavelengths
  • Fiber scope support with auto analysis for defect detection
  • Smart Access Anywhere remote coaching and training via PC or mobile connection (option)
  • IP54 rated, weatherproof, drop-tested modular design
  • Modular path to 25G/50G PON and DOCSIS 4.0
  • Integrated GPS, StrataSync and VIAVI Mobile Tech app support
  • High-capacity battery for multi-day use

Specifications

Package Contents
Optical testing PON Selective Optical Power Meter, VFL
Service testing OneCheck Ethernet, OneCheck WiFi, 10G SpeedCheck
DOCSIS module ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 module (85/204 MHz D3.1)
85/204 MHz Upstream 1.2 GHz/1.2 GHz Downstream DOCSIS 3.1 Packages
Software package ONX 720 TSX Package
Package and Feature Matrix
PON Selective Optical Power Meter Standard
Broadband Optical Power Meter N/A
TruePON PON-ID Analysis with OLT-ID and Loss Opt.
Broadband Power Capability for Selective PON Hardware Standard
Shown as standard in the feature matrix
Optical Loss Mode (Set/clear Ref with Delta) Standard
Feature matrix marks it standard; the ordering description for this package lists only PON Selective Optical Power Meter and VFL
Visual Fault Locator (1 mW) Standard
OneCheck WiFi7 Standard
OneCheck Ethernet Standard
VIAVI SpeedCheck – 5 Gbps / 10 Gbps Standard
Optical Ethernet Testing over SFP+ Opt.
OneCheck PON w/Emulation – GPON/XGS PON using VIAVI SFP Opt.
Ookla Speedtest – 5 Gbps / 10 Gbps Opt.
VIAVI TrueSpeed – 5 Gbps / 10 Gbps Opt.
iPerf Speedtest – 5 Gbps / 10 Gbps Opt.
Smart Access Anywhere - Remote Connectivity Opt.
TSX Software Package Standard
HomeTDR Opt.
Home Leakage Test Opt.
Return Signal Generator w/Loopback Opt.
Ingress Expert Opt.
Reverse Sweepless Sweep, QAM Video MPEG Verification, Field View w/RSG N/A
Ethernet
Standard IEEE 802.3 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, and 10G Ethernet
Test Results Ethernet Frames, IP Connectivity, Ping, Trace route, Web Connectivity, Speed Test up to 10 Gbps
10GBase-T RJ-45 Electrical 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, 10G
SFP+ Optical Ethernet 1G, 10G
SFP dependent; optional
SFP+ Electrical Ethernet 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, 10G
Optional
WiFi
OneCheck WiFi (Connected Mode) WiFi - 7 2x2 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) 2.4, 5, 6 GHz bands
Test Results Signal strength (RSSI), Standard, Width, Max Router PHY Rate, IP/Web connectivity, Throughput Tests (SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, iPerf)
Throughput/Performance Tests
TCP Throughput Test VIAVI SpeedCheck: 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps; Ookla Speedtest: 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps; VIAVI TrueSpeed (RFC-6349): 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps
Performance Up to 10 Gbps for SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, TrueSpeed, iPerf client: 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps
Test Results Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates
Bluetooth Communications
Communication Interface Bluetooth v5.0, BLE 2.0
Smart Device Support (recommendation) VIAVI Mobile Tech app, Android 8 or newer, iOS 12 or newer
Optical Fiber Scope Support
USB Optical Fiber Scope P5000i, FiberChek Probe
Results for Zone Defects / Scratches Pass/Fail
Low Mag Field-of-View (FOV) Horizontal 740 μm, Vertical 550 μm
High Mag Field-of-View (FOV) Horizontal 370 μm, Vertical 275 μm
Particle Size Detection <1 μm
Power Source USB port
Selective PON Power Meter
Photo Diode InGaAs
Spectral Range Passband (1260…1500 nm, 1540…1650 nm)
Wavelength Setting 1342, 1358, 1490, 1577 nm; Dual: 1490/1577, 1342/1577, 1358/1577 nm; Broadband: 1270...1650 nm, Custom step size 1 nm
Broadband in Broadband Mode (activated SW option required)
Resolution 0.01 dB, 0.001 µW
Measurement Range for Power Level -45…+3 dBm
Max. Power Level +15 dBm
Measurement Uncertainty 1490 nm: ±0.5 dB/±12 %; 1577 nm: ±0.5 dB/±12 %; 1342nm: ±0.5 dB/±12 %; 1358nm: ±0.5 dB/±12 %; Broadband: ±0.5 d/±5 %
Under reference conditions: -2 dBm (CW), nominal wavelength, 23 °C ±3 K, 45 to 75% relative humidity, SM test fiber (Single Mode, 9 µm core, 8° APC), with SC/APC connectors
Measurement Range for PON-ID GPON: -30...0 dBm; XGS-PON: -25...0 dBm
Number of Calibrated Wavelengths 2 (1490,1577 nm)
Tone Detection 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz
Future optional capability; in Broadband Mode (activated SW option required)
Connection SC/APC
Visual Fault Locator (VFL)
Fiber Compatibility Single-mode, Multimode
Wavelength 650 nm (visible)
Output Modes Continuous and flashing
Connector Interface Universal 2.5 mm (fixed)
Output Power 1 mW
Laser Safety Rating Class 2
Range (maximum) 7 km
VFL range depends on many factors, including fiber quality/loss
General
Size 5.0 x 11.1 x 4.25 in (W x L x H)
ONX-720 and ONX-730 with RF Module
Weight 3.15 kg (6.9 lb)
With RF Module, without protective case
Operating Temperature Range Non-Charging: -10°C to 50°C; Battery Charging: 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature Range -20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity Range 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
For Indoor/Outdoor Use IP54 light rain (0.5 in/hr; 1.27 cm/hr)
Drop Rating 1 m (3.3 ft) onto concrete
Operating Altitude 4000 m max
Pollution 2°
RF immunity 8.5 V/m
For CATV measurements
DC Input Power 12 V@5 A
DC Charge Port 2.5 mm barrel
Battery 96 W/hr Li-Ion rechargeable battery, Field replaceable
Battery Charge Time 4 Hrs (90%) 6-8 Hrs 100% (AC charger)
Battery Life 3-5 day typical usage for installation technicians
10 installs a day
USB Host Port(s) USB-C, USB-A (USB 3.0)
DOCSIS/RF Frequency
Range 0.5 to 1,218 MHz
Accuracy ±10 ppm
Typical @25°C
Downstream Analysis — Port 1
Max Input Power 60 dBmV total integrated power
Operation on Powered TAP Operate with up to 90 VAC/DC on input port
Power Detection/Notification Notify of AC/DC power presence on port 1 above 2 Volts
Return Loss >9 dB
Auto Channel Plan Builder Auto detection of channels (analog, digital, QAM, OFDM)
Upstream Analysis — Port 2
Ingress Spectrum Scan 0.5–204 MHz, calibrated range 4-204 MHz
Sensitivity −45 dBmV
RBW 300 kHz
Min Detectable Level Upstream −55 dBmV
Dynamic Range 50 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 to 110 MHz, 110 to 160 MHz, and 160 to 204 MHz
Return Loss >9.5 dB
Operation on Powered TAP Operate with up to 90 V AC/DC on input port
Power Detection/Notification Notify of AC/DC power presence on port 2 above 2 Volts
Analog Channel Measurement
Standards NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Video and audio levels (dual)
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, −20°C to +50°C
RBW 300 kHz
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, −20°C to +50°C
Modulation(s) 64, 128, and 256 QAM, OFDM
Symbol rates Annex A: 5.057 to 6.952 MSPS for 64, 128, and 256 QAM; Annex B: 5.057 MSPS for 64 QAM and 5.361 MSPS for 256 QAM; Annex C: 5.274 MSPS for 64 QAM, and 5.361 MSPS for 256 QAM
Regional demods DVB-C
Measurements Full span MER; Ingress under carrier — full span ingress noise trace; Group delay and in-channel response (ICR); Digital quality index (DQI) overtime; Errored/severely errored seconds; Level, measured symbol rate, carrier frequency, modulation, interleaver depth
OFDM Signal Performance Metrics
OFDM Channels 24-192 MHz wide − up to 3 active OFDM channels
Level — max, min, average, standard deviation Relative to a 6 MHz carrier per CableLabs®
MER — max, min, average, standard deviation, percentile 16 to 44 dB
MER Channel Band Graph Max, min, avg across entire OFDM carrier MER per subcarrier
ICFR In-carrier frequency response (dB)
Spectrum/IUC Spectrum display, including carrier and ingress under carrier
Profile Analysis Profiles A, B, C, D, NCP, and PLC (more profiles as implemented); Lock status, code word errors (corrected and uncorrected)
MER and BER
MER specified range −5 to +20 dBmV 21 to 40 dB, 64 QAM; 28 to 40 dB, 256 QAM; 16 to 44 dB, OFDM
MER range declines as input levels decrease. Expected MER range at MINLOCK level of –15 dBmV is >30 dB MER
Max Displayable Range 50 dB
Resolution 0.1 dB
Accuracy ±2 dB
Typical at 25°C
Minimum Lock Level −15 dBmV
BER — Channel Check and DOCSIS Check mode Down to 1E-9 (pre and post FEC)
BER — OneCheck Mode Down to 1E-8 (pre and post FEC) Std. 1E-9 user selectable
Interleaver Depth 128, 8 max
RF Module Inputs/Outputs
RF(2) F connectors replaceable
Port 1 Downstream 54/85/108/258MHz depending on diplexer
Port 2 Upstream 0.5–204 MHz and TDR
Diplexer 85 MHz
ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212
 upstream 4-85 MHz; downstream 108-1,218 MHz
Diplexer return path options may not be available on all units
Diplexer 204 MHz
ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212
 upstream 4-204 MHz: downstream 258-1,218 MHz
Diplexer return path options may not be available on all units
MoCA filter All models have MoCA triplexer to filter out MoCA signals below the highest downstream frequency
Forward and Reverse Sweep
Forward Sweep Telemetry Frequency Diplexer dependent 50-1,218 MHz
Input port: Port 1
Forward Sweep Compatibility SCU-1800
Reverse Sweep Output Transmit Port Port 1 or Port 2 (user selectable)
Port 1 Sweep Frequency Range Diplexer dependent 5-42/5-65/5-85/5-204 MHz
Port 2 Sweep Frequency Range 5-204 MHz
Reverse Sweep Compatibility SCU-1800 or DAA/RPHY via XperTRAK

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

Applications

  • Residential service activation
  • Small business service testing
  • DOCSIS service turn-up and troubleshooting
  • PON service activation (GPON/XGS-PON)
  • Multi-gig Ethernet throughput testing
  • WiFi 7 service delivery verification
  • Fiber link verification and fault location
  • Upstream ingress troubleshooting

Included

  • ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 module (85/204 MHz D3.1)
  • ONX 720 TSX Package
  • Protective Fitted Case
  • Cat6A jumper M-F and M-M

Options & Accessories

Option Description
ONXF-SW-SFP-ETH Enable SFP+ port for Optical Ethernet testing over VIAVI supported SFP's
ONXF-SW-TRUEPON TruePON software option — Requires PON selective HW
ONXF-SW-PON-BROADBAND Enable Selective Power Meter to operate in broadband mode
ONXF-SW-OPTICAL-LOSS Optical Loss test mode option to save reference and calculate loss
ONXF-SW-OC-PON OneCheck PON – PON testing via GPON/XGSPON SFP+
ONXF-SW-OC-GPON-EMUL GPON Emulation for live service testing on GPON network
ONXF-SW-OC-XGSPON-EMUL GPON Emulation for live service testing on GPON network — Description as printed in the datasheet
ONX-SMART-ACCESS Smart Access Anywhere
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-5G-1Y ONX Ookla Speedtest to 5 Gbps 1 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-5G-3Y ONX Ookla Speedtest to 5 Gbps 3 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-5G-5Y ONX Ookla Speedtest to 5 Gbps 5 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-5G ONX Ookla Speedtest to 5 Gbps
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-10G-1Y ONX Ookla Speedtest to 10 Gbps 1 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-10G-3Y ONX Ookla Speedtest to 10 Gbps 3 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-10G-5Y ONX Ookla Speedtest to 10 Gbps 5 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-10G ONX Ookla Speedtest to 10 Gbps
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-5G-1Y ONX TrueSpeed to 5 Gbps 1 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-5G-3Y ONX TrueSpeed to 5 Gbps 3 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-5G ONX TrueSpeed to 5 Gbps permanent License
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-10G-1Y ONX TrueSpeed to 10 Gbps 1 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-10G-3Y ONX TrueSpeed to 10 Gbps 3 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-10G ONX TrueSpeed to 10 Gbps Permanent License
ONXF-SW-IPERF-5G-1Y ONX iPerf test to 5 Gbps 1 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-IPERF-5G-3Y ONX iPerf test to 5 Gbps 3 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-IPERF-5G ONX iPerf test to 5 Gbps Permanent License
ONXF-SW-IPERF-10G-1Y ONX iPerf test to 10 Gbps 1 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-IPERF-10G-3Y ONX iPerf test to 10 Gbps 3 Yr Timed License/deployed via StrataSync
ONXF-SW-IPERF-10G ONX iPerf test to 10 Gbps permanent License
ONX-CATV-SW-HL-LKG Home Leakage Software Option
ONX-CATV-SW-HOMETDR Home TDR Software Option
ONX-CATV-SW-RSG-LOOP Return Signal Generator with Loopback Option
ONX-CATV-SW-INGRESS-EXP Ingress Expert Option for ONX 720's
ONX-CATV-SW-RP-SNR-OCE Return Path SNR in OneCheck Expert - OneExpert CATV
ONX-CATV-FWD-SWEEP Active Forward Sweep
ONX-CATV-REV-SWEEP Active Reverse Sweep
NSC-SFP-GPON GPON SFP for GPON emulation
NSC-SFP-XGSPON XGSPON SFP+ for XGSPON emulation
NSC-SFP-850-1G-10G Optical Ethernet SFP + 850 nm SR 1G and 10G
NSC-SFP-1310-1G-10G Optical Ethernet SFP + 1310 nm LR 1G and 10G
NSC-SFP-1550-1G-10G Optical Ethernet SFP + 1550 nm ER 1G and 10G
AC-CHARGER Replacement AC charger (no power cord)
AC-CAR-CHARGER Car Charger
CC-034601 Large Carrying Case
1019-00-1366 Strand Hook
ONXF-HANDSTRAP Handstrap for use on unit without a case
ONXF-HFC-BATT-96WHR Replacement 96 W/Hr Battery
ONXF-DISPLAY-PROTECTOR-5P Replacement screen protector (5 pack)
ONXF-ETH-ADAPT-M-F Ethernet Cat6a M-F adapter 0.5 m
NSC-ETHERNET-CABLE Ethernet Cat6a M-M Patch Cable
ONXF-HFC-CASE Fitted protective case for ONX-720/730 with DOCSIS 3.1

Documents & Resources

OneExpert HFC (ONX-720/730) Data Sheet
datasheet · PDF
OneExpert HFC (ONX-720/730) Brochure
brochure · PDF
OneExpert HFC (ONX-720/730) Quick Start Guide
manual · PDF
OneExpert HFC ONX-720/730 User Guide
manual · PDF
OneExpert HFC 720/730 Software
software
ONX-XXX Ethernet Profiles
manual · PDF