Instruction Manual

Part 1

NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation

Issue 1, March 2009
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 PRECAUTIONS
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Safety Symbols
In this manual, the following are items for using this product safely.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
WARNING if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injuries.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
CAUTION if not avoided, may result in burn, injuries, or
equipment damage.

Prohibition of Actions
Prohibition of actions is indicated using " " symbol. This symbol means prohibition of
actions. Pictorial indication in a symbol is a designed content of action that never be done.

General Prohibition Fire Ban

The action is prohibited.
Do Not Touch
Touching a specific part of
the product may cause
injuries.
Keep Away Humidity
If this product is used at
water-splashed place or it is
used after it is gotten wet
with water, such things may
cause an electric shock by
electrical leakage or ignite
this product.
This product may be ignited by an
external fire.
Do Not Disassembly
Disassembling this product may
cause injury e.g. electric shock.
Do Not Touch With Wet Hands
Handling this product by wet
hands may cause an electrical
shock.

Forcible Execution of Actions

Forcible execution of actions is indicated using " " symbol. This symbol means forcible
execution of actions. Pictorial indication in a symbol is a designed content of action that must
be done. To avoid danger, this action must be done.

Actions based on the Unplug the power cord is

instruction are forcibly instructed.
performed.

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Introduction
First of all, we would like to thank you for having purchased our product.

This manual describes the handling methods and precautions for FE/GbE L3 Tester (1071A).
Read this manual carefully before use this product and make proper use of it.

Issue 1, March 2009

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 Table of Contents
Safety Symbols ...................................................................................................................................iii
Prohibition of Actions.........................................................................................................................iii
Forcible Execution of Actions .........................................................................................................iii
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... iv
FOR YOUR SAFETY .....................................................................................................1
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 1
・Warnings ........................................................................................................................................... 1
■ Warnings for Usage of Body .................................................................................................... 1
■ Warnings for Usage of AC Adapter........................................................................................ 2
■ Warnings for Usage of Battery ................................................................................................ 3
・Cautions ............................................................................................................................................ 4
■ Cautions for Usage of Body ..................................................................................................... 4
■ Cautions for Usage of AC Adapter ......................................................................................... 5
■ Cautions for Usage of Battery ................................................................................................. 6
■ Cautions for Usage of Optical Device................................................................................... 6
■ Cautions for Transportation, Storage, and Connection of This Product.................... 7
■ Cautions for Disposal of This Product .................................................................................. 8
■ Cautions for Protection of This Product ............................................................................... 8
1. BEFORE YOU OPERATE .......................................................................................9
1.1 Components Checking........................................................................................................10
1.2 Each Part of Tester...............................................................................................................11
1.3 Methods of Mounting for Accessories and Packing of Tester................................13
1.3.1 Installation of Neck Strap............................................................................................13
1.3.2 Installation and Removal of SFP Module..............................................................14
1.3.3 Packing of Tester into Carrying Case.....................................................................16
2. POWER-UP AND INITIAL SETTING................................................................ 17
2.1 Operation of Power Switch ................................................................................................18
2.1.1 Start and Stop .................................................................................................................18
2.1.2 Main Menu.......................................................................................................................20
2.1.3 Status Bar ........................................................................................................................20
2.2 Basic Operation .....................................................................................................................24
2.2.1 Operations Using Stylus .............................................................................................24
2.2.2 Operations Using Buttons ..........................................................................................24
2.3 System Settings.....................................................................................................................25
2.3.1 Date and Time Setting.................................................................................................27
2.3.2 Password Setting ..........................................................................................................27
2.3.3 MAC Address Setting...................................................................................................28
2.3.4 Configuration Automatic Save Setting ...................................................................28
2.3.5 Address Log Setting.....................................................................................................29
2.3.6 Measured-Result File Clean-up ...............................................................................30

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3. USB CONNECTION WITH PC ........................................................................... 32
3.1 Outline of Connection and Operation.............................................................................33
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................... 35

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Safety Precautions
The following precautions are especially important when the FE/GbE L3 Tester is used
safely. For utilizing the FE/GbE L3 Tester safer, these precautions should be read carefully and
understood thoroughly. Refer to "Safety Symbols" on the inside of the front cover for
explanation of marks.

・Warnings
■ Warnings for Usage of Body

WARNING
Do not use this product if smokes, unusual odor, or abnormal noise occurs.
If smokes come out of the product, if it smells strangely, turn OFF the power and
unplug the cord of the AC adapter from the outlet. When the product is operated
using batteries, remove them. After that, contact our customer service and request
repair to us.
If the product continues to be used in such conditions, it can cause electric shock,
fire, or burn.
Do not use this product if there are thunder storms.
If it begins to thunder, do not touch this product and any cable devices (AC
adapter, USB cables, etc.) to connected with this product. Also, do not connect
and remove connections between this product and any equipment to be measured.
Lightning strike may cause electric shock.
Do not insert wires or metallic pieces into this product.
Do not insert alien objects, such as metallic pieces or wires, into slit, such as the
ventilation holes.
Such action causes possibility of electric shock.
Do not put this product on unstable surfaces.
It may fall and cause injuries.

EMC
FE/GbE L3 Tester is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product
may cause radio interference in which the user may be required to take adequate
measures.

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■ Warnings for Usage of AC Adapter

WARNING
Use the power voltage of 100V to 240V AC (50/60 Hz).
If voltage other than specified one is used, it may cause electric shock, smoke
generation, or fire.
When power supply cable and AC adapter is handled, observe the following:
● Do not fall and have an impact on them.
● Do not bend excessively or bundle them.
● Do not bend forcedly the joint of them.
● Do not place heavy objects on them.
● Do not wrap them in objects, such as cloths.
● Do not use them out of doors.
● Do not use them in places where liquid, such as water, can reach them.
Such actions may cause smoke generation, ignition, fire, or electric shock.
Do not use the damaged AC adapter.
If the power supply cable gets damaged, do not repair it using an insulating tape.
Such action may cause fire or electric shock due to overheating of the repaired
part.
Do not use this product in the state of dusty plug of the power supply cable or
AC adapter.
Discharge (tracking phenomenon) could occur between pins of the plug of the
power supply cable or AC adapter if the product continues to be used in dusty
plug condition. It may cause fire.
Avoid multiple outlet connections.
If multiple outlet connections are used, they may cause fire due to overheating of
the outlet.
Use the attached power supply cable. Plug directly the power supply cable to
outlet (100V to 240V AC related) on wall or floor. Do not connect the
attached power supply cable to other devices.
When other cables, such as extension power cable, are necessarily used at user's
own risk, use double insulation (duplex coating) cables within the related
specification and observe the following:
● Do not fall and have an impact on the cable.
● Do not keep the cable bent in use.
● Do not bend forcedly the joint of the cable.
● Do not place heavy objects on the cable.
● Do not wrap the cable in objects, such as cloths.
● Do not use the cable out of doors.
● Do not use the damaged cable.
● Do not use the dusty plug of the cable.
● Plug all the way the power supply cable into the body.
● Insert correctly the plug of the AC adapter into outlet.
● When unplugging the cable, hold the plug part, not the cable.
Take enough care of usage of other cables, such as extension power cable.
Improper usage may cause smoke generation, ignition, fire, or electric shock.

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■ Warnings for Usage of Battery

WARNING
Do not disassemble a battery.
If a battery is disassembled, it may cause heat evolution, ignition, or burst.

Do not heat a battery or put it into the fire.

If a battery is heated or put into the fire, it may cause heat evolution, ignition,
explosion, or burst.
Use the specified battery.
If unspecified batteries are used, it may cause heat evolution, ignition, or burst.

Confirm the polarity of batteries when they are installed or replaced.

If the polarity of batteries is mistaken, it may cause fire due to short circuit.

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・Cautions
■ Cautions for Usage of Body

CAUTION
Do not remodel or disassemble this product.
It may cause electric shock, smoke generation, or ignition.

Do not put this product into the fire or heat it; or do not short-circuit between
pins of the terminal.
It may cause heat evolution, ignition, or burst.
Do not use or store this product in the following places:
● Places with high humidity, such as in bathrooms.
● Places with much water, humidity, steam, dust, or oily smoke, such as near
cooking cabinet and humidifier.
It may cause electric shock. If liquids get into this product, turn off the power,
contact our customer service, and request repair to us. Even if the product looks dry,
wetness may be still present inside.
Do not insert align objects, such as the following:
● Metal objects
● Liquids, such as water
● Flammable substances
● Medicines
It may cause fire due to a short circuit.
Take care of high-temperature parts of this product during or just after use.
Especially there are high-temperature parts on surface of the AC adapter or around
measuring ports on the upper side of the body.
It may cause burn.
Do not damage the surface of the liquid crystal display due to sharp-pointed
objects.
Use a dedicated stylus (pen, standard attachment).
Do not put an inner liquid of the liquid crystal display in your mouth. Also do
not touch it.
If an inner liquid is put in your mouth due to break of the liquid crystal display,
gargle immediately and enough. If an inner liquid is attached on skins or put into
eyes, wash it immediately with running water longer than 15 minutes, then consult a
doctor urgently.
Do not use mobile-phone, PHS, or pager near this product.
Turn off the power of mobile-phone, PHS, or pager near this product.
Their radio waves may cause malfunction.

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■ Cautions for Usage of AC Adapter

CAUTION
Use the attached AC adapter. Do not disassemble or remodel it.
If an AC adapter other than the attached one is used or a disassembled or remodeled
adapter is used, it may cause electric shock, smoke generation, or ignition.
When the power supply cable or AC adapter is connected, observe the
following:
● Plug all the way the power supply cable into the power port of the body when
the AC adapter is connected to this product.
● Insert correctly the plug of the AC adapter into outlet.
● Hold and pull out the AC adapter body when it is unplugged from outlet.
If not, it may cause smoke generation, ignition, fire, or electric shock.
Do not touch this product with wet hands.
When the power supply cable is connected to outlet, touching this product with wet
hands may cause electric shock.
When performing maintenance of this product, turn off the power of this
product and peripheral devices, unplug the power supply cable, and remove
batteries from this product.
Performing maintenance without power-off may cause electric shock.
When not using this product for a long time, unplug the power.
If not, it may cause fire caused by a short circuit due to insulation deterioration.

For the AC adapter and the power port of this product, observe the following:
● Do not gouge and twist the power port.
● Disconnect the plug from the power port when this product is transported or
moved.
● Do not damage the power supply cable.
If not, it may cause smoke generation, ignition, or burn.
Also, take enough care to touch the power port if it may be overheated due to
failures.

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■ Cautions for Usage of Battery

CAUTION
Do not disassemble a battery.
If a battery is disassembled, it may cause heat evolution, ignition, or burst.

Do not charge up a battery by any unspecified method.

Charge up a battery by the specified method described in this manual.
If a battery is charged by any unspecified method, it may cause heat evolution,
ignition, or liquid spill.
While a battery is being charged, the battery and its surroundings may
become hot slightly.
Touching them for a long time may cause low temperature burn.
Take care not to hurt your fingers when batteries are installed or removed.
If not, it may cause injury.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Cautions for Usage of Optical Device

CAUTION
Class 1 Laser Product
LASER LIGHT
Never look directly into the laser source.
Invisible laser radiation emitted by this product can be hazardous to eyes and skin.
To be safe, be sure to connect the optical connector before energizing the product.
Handle optical devices with precaution.
Since optical devices can be easily damaged by dust or shock, their handling and
storage require special care:
● Attach a protective cap when removing an optical connector.
● Optical cords are fragile. Do not bend, twist, stretch or stress optical cords
excessively.

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■ Cautions for Transportation, Storage, and Connection of This Product

CAUTION
Do not place or store this product except in a specified area.
Do not place this product in the following places or in places where are not
specified in this manual:
● Places with much dust.
● Places with high humidity, such as near water heaters.
● Places under the direct sunlight.
● Places with unstable surfaces.
If this product is placed in such places, it may cause fire.
Do not use this product in environments where corrosive gasses are generated.
Do not place and use this product in environments where corrosive gasses, such as
sodium chloride, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine,
ammonia, and ozone, are generated. Do not place this equipment in environments
where their dusts include corrosion-promotion components, such as sulfur, or
conductive metals.
If this product is placed in such environments, it may cause fire due to corrosion or
short circuit of printed circuit boards in this product.
Do not store this product with the cover removed.
Do not store this product while the cover of this product is removed.
It may cause fire or electric shock due to dust.
Do not keep connecting an SFP module.
When metallic interface (RJ-45) is used or this product is stored, remove an SFP
module from this product.
If not, it may cause failure.
Do not use unspecified interface cables.
Use the interface cable specified by our company. Connect it after the connecting
equipment and the connectors to be connected are confirmed.
If unspecified cables are used or access points are mistaken, it may cause fire due to
short circuit.

For handling and connecting of the interface cable, observe the following:
● Do not use the damaged connector of the interface cable.
● Do not tread the interface cable.
● Do not put things on the interface cable.
● Do not use the interface cable with loosened connection.
● Do not use the damaged interface cable.

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■ Cautions for Disposal of This Product
Disposing of your used NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation
product In the European Union.
EU-wide legislation as implemented in each Member State requires that used
electrical and electronic products carrying the mark(left) must be disposed of
separately from normal household waste.
When disposing of used NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation
products, you should comply with applicable legislation or such terms which may
have been agreed between NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation and
your company regarding used products.
The mark on the electrical and electronic products only applies to the current
European Union Member States.
Outside the European Union
If you wish to dispose of used electrical and electronic products outside the
European Union, please contact your local authority and ask for the correct method
of disposal.

■ Cautions for Protection of This Product

When this product is used, take care of the following:
● Handle this product with care. It is an accurate measuring instrument. If this product is
roughly handled, it may cause failure or damage.
● Use this product on flat and firm places to avoid falling or hitting this product.
● Do not use this product with condensation. When this product is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm place, moisture beads appear in and out this product (dew
condensation). It may cause malfunction or failure.
● Do not place objects on this product. Also, do not cover the ventilation holes with objects,
such as papers and cloths.
● Do not eat, drink, or smoke near this product.
● Do not remodel this product. It may cause that such action may not be included in the
guarantee or service for our company.
● Do not damage this product due to pointed objects.
● Do not give vibrations or shocks to this product while this product is connecting to a
personal computer (data is reading).
● Take care of static electricity. It may cause failure or damage of this product due to static
electricity.
● Before touching this product, discharge the static electricity stored in the human body,
e.g., touch accessible metallic objects, such as aluminum sashes and doorknobs.

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1. BEFORE YOU OPERATE

1. BEFORE YOU OPERATE

This chapter describes components of the tester and part names of the tester, how to install
accessories to it, how to put it into the carrying case, and so on that are required to operate the
tester.

1.1 Components Checking

1.2 Each Part of Tester
1.3 Methods of Mounting for Accessories and Packing of Tester
1.3.1 Installation of Neck Strap
1.3.2 Installation and Removal of SFP Module
1.3.3 Packing of Tester into Carrying Case

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1.1 Components Checking
First of all after the tester is purchased, check whether all the components are entirely
prepared or not in accordance with the check list as shown below. If any component is lacked
or broken, contact immediately to selling office.

Fig. 1-1 View of Tester Body and Accessories

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1.2 Each Part of Tester
This section describes the name and function for each part of the tester.

Fig. 1-2 Each Part of Tester

Table 1-1 Function for Each Part of Tester

No. Name
1 RJ-45 Port
2 SFP Port
3 USB Port (mini B)
Description
Used for measurement of 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX /
1000BASE-T line.
Used for measurement of 1000BASE-SX /
1000BASE-LX line. When this port is not used, a
cover is put on this port to keep out dust.
Note: An SFP module (attachment of the optic
accessory kit) is inserted into this port when
measurement.
Used to transfer the measured data to PC.

4 Built-in Speaker Sounds audible indication, such as beep sound,

concerning key operation and other operations.

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 No. Name Description
5 4.3-inch Color LCD Displays the measured results and operates various
with Touch Panel settings by touch panel.
6 Power Indicator Lamp Lights up in green when the tester is turned on.

7 Power Button (push Turns on or off the power of the tester.

and hold type)
8 M Button Operates short messages during the measurement.

9 X Button (Cancel) Cancels setting changes, returns to the initial screen, or

stops the measurement.
10 O Button (Execute) Executes the setting changes or starts the
measurement.
11 Direction Key Pads Moves the cursor on the display to select options.
12 Protectors Adsorb the impact when the tester falls.
Note: They cannot protect the tester body from all
failures due to fall.
13 Power Port for Connects to the AC adapter attached to the tester.
Dedicated AC Adapter Note: The dedicated AC adapter must be used. If not,
it may cause failure or fire. Failure and interruption
caused by connection of an adapter other the dedicated
AC adapter are not included in the guarantee.
14 Attachment Lug for For fastening the neck strap or another strap to the
Neck Strap body for avoiding to fall the tester.
15 Battery Recess Lid For closing the battery recess for 4 AA batteries.
Note: The specified batteries should be installed in
correct polarity. When the tester is not used for a long
time, all batteries should be removed.
16 Name Plate (Serial For indicating the product name, serial number, and so
Number) on for the tester.

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1.3 Methods of Mounting for Accessories and Packing of Tester
This section describes the methods of mounting for accessories and packing of the tester into
the carrying case.

1.3.1 Installation of Neck Strap

The neck strap is used to avoid falling of the tester when it is operated. Follow the steps in
this procedure to install correctly the neck strap.

Fig. 1-3 Installation of Neck Strap (Example: 1070A)

● Run one end of the belt of the neck strap through the attachment lug of lower side of the
tester body.
● As shown in the above figure, run the belt through the guide from the downside of it. (If
the belt is run from the upside of the guide, the tester may fall due to the decreased
withstand load. The belt should be run from the underside of the guide.)
● Run the downside belt through the other guide, then adjust the length with the upside
belt.
● After adjustment is completed, take in the slack by pulling the belt tightly.
● Install the other end of the belt on the remaining attachment lug.

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1.3.2 Installation and Removal of SFP Module
This section describes the installation and removal methods of the SFP (Small form Factor
Pluggable) module attached to the optic accessory kit.
The power of the tester should be turned off when the SFP module is installed or removed.
Installing or removing the SFP module during turn on the power may cause failure. Handle an
SFP module with care. It is an accurate device.

[Installation of SFP Module]

Fig. 1-4 Installation of SFP Module (Example: 1070A)

● Turn off the power if the tester is turned on.

● Remove the cover from the SFP port located on the upper side of the tester.
● Confirm that the lock guide of the SFP module is not lowered (for lower position, refer
to the figure on the next page).
● Place the SFP module in the correct direction and carefully insert it as shown in the
above figure.
Note: Insert the SFP module firmly and all the way. Not-seated or loosened connection
causes that the measurement cannot be correctly performed and such connection may
cause failure.

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[Removal of SFP Module]
Follow the steps in this procedure to remove the SFP module. Removing forcedly the SFP
module may cause module damage or tester failure.

Fig. 1-5 Removal of SFP Module (Example: 1070A)

● Turn off the power of the tester.

● Lower the lock guide of the SFP module as shown in the above figure.
● Pull the guide slightly to unlock.
● Pull out the SFP module after it is unlocked.
● Install the cover to the SFP port.

Note 1: Use the SFP module attached to the optic accessory kit. When another type of SFP
module is used, the tester functions or operations are not included in the guarantee.
Note 2: When the metallic interface (RJ-45 port) is used, remove the SFP module.

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1.3.3 Packing of Tester into Carrying Case
The dedicated carrying case is attached to the tester. When the tester body and its accessories
are packed in the carrying case, refer to the following packing image.

Battery charger etc. on

the market

LAN Cables,
Instruction Manual,
etc.

Optic Fibers

Tester Body SFP SFP AC

(Body with the neck Cover Module Adapter
strap is available.)

Local Organizer on Up side of Case Inside of Case

Fig. 1-6 Carrying Case Packing (Example: 1070A)

*Optic Fibers and SFP Module is another sales.

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2. POWER-UP AND INITIAL SETTING

2. POWER-UP AND
INITIAL SETTING

This chapter describes operation of the power switch, contents of the main menu, and initial
system settings.

2.1 Operation of Power Switch

2.1.1 Start and Stop
2.1.2 Main Menu
2.1.3 Status Bar
2.2 Basic Operation
2.2.1 Operations Using Stylus
2.2.2 Operations Using Buttons
2.3 System Settings
2.3.1 Date and Time Setting
2.3.2 Password Setting
2.3.3 MAC Address Setting
2.3.4 Configuration Automatic Save Setting
2.3.5 Address Log Setting
2.3.6 Measured-Result File Clean-up

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2.1 Operation of Power Switch
2.1.1 Start and Stop
When the tester is started, the power button is operated.
After the AC adapter is connected to the body or batteries are installed into the body, hold
down the power button for over 1 second. Then, the tester is powered on and the green power
indication lamp is lit. After power-on, the screen on the LCD is changed in the following order:
Start screen -> Version Indication screen -> Self-diagnosis screen -> Main Menu screen.

Fig. 2-1 Start of Tester (Example: 1070A)

When the tester is stopped, hold down the power button for over 2 seconds. Then, the tester
is powered off.

* The alkaline battery or Ni-MH battery is recommended.

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 Note 1: When the tester is stopped, the power button must be operated. When the tester is
operating, if the tester is powered off using methods other than the operation of the
power button, such as disconnection of the AC adapter and removal of batteries, it
may cause loss of internal recorded information or failure.
Note 2: When the AC adapter is used, batteries must be removed from the tester. When the
batteries are used, batteries must be removed after the tester is used. If the tester
with batteries is left unattended for a long time, it may cause failure due to liquid
spill, etc.

Screen Flow from Power-on to Main Menu

Ver XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX

Copyright(C) 2007. NEC Networks & System Integration Corporation

IPL Load Screen Start Screen

Self-diagnosis Screen Main Menu Screen

Fig. 2-2 Screen Flow from Power-on to Main Menu

Note 1: Version of the tester can be confirmed on the System screen. (Refer to Section 2.3
System Settings.)
Note 2: If the self-diagnosis result indicates abnormal state, failures have been found in the
tester. In that case, turn off the power of the tester and then contact the selling
office.

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2.1.2 Main Menu
All operations for the tester start from the Main Menu.

② ④

③ ⑤

Fig. 2-3 Example of Main Menu

Table 2-1 Items for Main Menu

No. Item
1 Status Bar
2 Bearer Quality
3 PING Test
4 USB Connection
5 System
Description
Indicates the status of the tester.
Measures the bearer quality.
Tests the connection confirmation.
Changes to the screen for connecting to PC via USB.
Sets the system parameters of the tester.

2.1.3 Status Bar

The Status Bar indicates the status of operation keys, current date and time, and the status of
communication.

① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩

⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯ ⑰ ⑱ ⑲ ⑳ 21

Fig. 2-4 Example of Status Bar

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Table 2-2 Items for Status Bar
No. Item Display Description
1 In-use Power Indicates the tester is operating using the AC
adapter.
Indicates the tester is operating using batteries.
Filling width inside the symbol means the
remaining battery level.
2 to 6 Operable Indicates the current operable keys.
Keys
7 Log File Indicates measured result data are stored in the
LOG
Status tester and available memory space is sufficient.
Indicates measured result data are stored in the
LOG tester and available memory space is less than
or equal to 20% (approximately 10 results).
Indicates measured result data are stored in the
tester and no memory space is available,
therefore new result data cannot be stored.
When this symbol is displayed, the result data
should be transferred to any PC or unnecessary
data should be deleted on the System(2/2)
screen.
Indicates no measured result data are stored in
No Display
the tester.
8 Loop Setting Indicates measurement port is in loop status.
The loop is set on the execution screen for the
Bearer Quality Measurement.
9 Measurement Indicates the measurement progress status.
Status During measurement, arrows are shifting
according to the progress. This symbol is
displayed when the Bearer Quality
Measurement or Ping Test is executed.
10 Date and Indicates current date and time. They are set on
Time the System(1/2) screen.
11 Optical Signal Indicates presence of optical signal is detected
Input Status at input of the SFP module.
Indicates loss of optical signal is detected at
input of the SFP module.
12 Link Status Indicates an Ethernet link is established.
Indicates an Ethernet link is broken.

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 No. Item Display Description
13 Link Speed Indicates the speed established by
auto-negotiation only when RJ-45 is selected.
Indicates the setting speed when it is manually
set.
Indicates the speed is not established.
14 Communicati Indicates the communication method
on Method established by auto-negotiation.
Indicates the setting communication method
when it is manually set.
Indicates the communication method is not
established.
15 Control Indicates PAUSE frame for full duplex or
Signal collision for half duplex is detected.
Indicates PAUSE frame for full duplex or
collision for half duplex is not detected.
Indicates the communication method is not
established.
16 Transmitting Indicates frames are being transmitted.
Status Indicates frames are not being transmitted.
17 Receiving Indicates frames are being received.
Status Indicates frames are not being received.
18 Measurement Indicates optical (SX) interface is set as the
Port Status measurement port and installing the SFP
module for 1000BASE-SX is recognized.
Indicates optical (LX) interface is set as the
measurement port and installing the SFP
module for 1000BASE-LX is recognized.
Indicates an SFP module different from the
setting as the measurement port is installed or
an unspecified SFP module is installed.
Indicates an SFP module is not installed when
optical (SX or LX) interface is set as the
measurement port.
Indicates RJ-45 (straight) interface is set as the
measurement port.
Indicates RJ-45 (crossed) interface is set as the
measurement port.

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 No. Item Display Description
19 Flow Control Indicates flow control is set to ON. The tester
Status acts flow control of transmitting frame when
full duplex communication is used.
Indicates flow control is set to OFF. The tester
does not act flow control of transmitting frame.
20 IP Version Indicates IP version is set to IPv4. When an
Setting Status IPv4 network is measured, this symbol should
be displayed.
Indicates IP version is set to IPv6. When an
IPv6 network is measured, this symbol should
be displayed.
21 ARP Indicates the destination MAC address
Acquisition acquisition is completed. The tests can be
Status executed only after the destination MAC
address acquisition is completed.
Indicates the destination MAC address
acquisition is not completed.

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2.2 Basic Operation
This section describes the basic operation of the tester.
When the tester is operated, the buttons or the touch panel mounted on the color LCD are
used.

2.2.1 Operations Using Stylus

Various tasks, such as item selection and screen change, can be easily operated by touching
items on the screen using the stylus (pen).

Fig. 2-5 Operation Image Using Stylus

Note 1: Use the attached and dedicated stylus (pen) to operate the tester. Avoid using
sharp-pointed objects or fingers, other than the attached stylus (pen). Using them
may cause deterioration or failure due to flaw or dirt on the LCD.
Note 2: Some setting items, such as numeric setting, can be changed only using the stylus
(pen).

2.2.2 Operations Using Buttons

The tester provides 4 types of buttons: the Direction keys, the M button, the O button, and
the X button. The function for each button depends on the screen.

Fig. 2-6 Dedicated Buttons

Symbols of available buttons are displayed on the Status Bar.

The right and left keys, the O button, and the X button are available in an example of the
figure below.

Fig. 2-7 Dedicated Button Display on Status Bar

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2.3 System Settings
When System is selected on the Main Menu, the System(1/2) screen is displayed. Several
parameters, such as version confirmation and time setting, are set on the System(1/2) screen.

①
②

③
④
⑤
⑥ ⑦

Fig. 2-8 System(1/2) Screen

Table 2-3 Items for System(1/2) Screen

No. Item Description
1 Serial No Displays the product serial number of the tester.
2 Version Displays the version of the tester.
3 Time Sets the internal time (date and time) of the tester.
The set time is used for the screen display and file outputs of
measured results.
4 Backlight Controls the backlight of the LCD.
The OFF setting decreases brightness of the LCD.
5 Beep Controls the beep sound.
The OFF setting silences electronic sounds in the tester operation.
6 Password Sets the security password for connecting between PC and the
USB port of the tester. The password should be set by numerals
between 0 and 24 digits in length.
7 To 2/2 Changes this screen to the System(2/2) screen.
Note: The password is important information for connecting between a PC and the tester via
the USB port. Do not forget the password because the tester cannot be connected to
the PC if it is forgotten.
[Factory Default Password]
The password is set to "0000" at factory shipment. We recommend the password should be
changed when the tester is first used.

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 ⑧
⑨

⑩
⑪
⑫
⑬

Fig. 2-9 System(2/2) Screen

Table 2-4 Items for System(2/2) Screen

No. Item Description
8 MAC Address Displays or provisionally changes the tester MAC address. The
tester is assigned the unique MAC address. When the address is
changed, it is returned back to the original address after the tester
power is turned off.
Note: The value of a MAC address set in this field cannot be
saved.
9 Configuration Controls the configuration information of the tester.
When ON is set, the configuration information are automatically
saved, and set values are stored after the tester power is turned off.
When OFF is set, the values except for values set in the System
screens cannot be stored and returned back to the default values
after the tester power is turned off.
10 Save Addr list Saves setting logs for IP address list set in the Bearer Quality
Measurement and Ping Test.
11 Delete Addr list Deletes the setting logs saved by Save Addr list.
12 Clean up files Cleans up files for the measured results saved in the Bearer
Quality Measurement and Ping Test.
When Execute is selected, this screen is changed to the Clean up
files screen on which the file list for the measured results stored in
the built-in memory.
13 To 1/2 Changes this screen to the System(1/2) screen.

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2.3.1 Date and Time Setting
By selecting the Time field, the date and time of the tester can be set/changed using the
stylus (pen). The set date and time are reflected to the screen display and file outputs of
measured results. The date and time should be confirmed and set before the tester is first used.

Fig. 2-10 Date and Time Setting Screen

Note 1: Year, month, day, hour, and minute can be specified.

Second is always set to "00."
Note 2: A file name of measured results depends on the date and time set in this screen.

2.3.2 Password Setting

The password is required information for connecting between a PC and the tester. It should
be set by numerals between 0 and 24 digits in length. The password must be kept in a safe
place. If it is forgotten, the tester cannot be connected to the PC (via USB port).

Fig. 2-11 Password Setting Screen

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2.3.3 MAC Address Setting
The assigned MAC address of the tester can be temporarily changed. The changed address is
enabled until the tester power is turned off. Its value is returned back to the factory default
value when the tester is restarted.

Fig. 2-12 MAC Address Setting Screen

2.3.4 Configuration Automatic Save Setting

This parameter selects whether measuring parameters, which set in the Bearer Quality
Measurement and Ping Test, are automatically saved.

Fig. 2-13 Setting of Configuration Automatic Save

Note: Values for items set on the System screens are not returned back to the factory default
values.

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2.3.5 Address Log Setting
The tester provides the function that saves input-log information for up to 10 IP addresses
used in the Bearer Quality Measurement and Ping Test. The input-log address can be selected
from the saved list when it is set. Selecting the OK button stores the input-log information
although the tester is restarted.

Fig. 2-14-1 Save Address List Confirmation Screen

The tester also provides the function that deletes log information for IP address used in the
Bearer Quality Measurement and Ping Test.

Fig. 2-14-2 Delete Address List Confirmation Screen

Note: The address-log information is saved into the iplist.dat file in the built-in memory.
This file can be confirmed from a PC using the USB connection function. However,
the address-log information cannot be commonly used in other testers although this
file exactly copied to other testers because it is own form. When this file is deleted
from the built-in memory, the address-log information in the tester is lost.

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2.3.6 Measured-Result File Clean-up
The tester provides the function that deletes output files for the measured results in the
Bearer Quality Measurement and Ping Test. When the Execute button for Clean up files is
selected, the Clean up files screen is displayed.

Fig. 2-15 Executing of Clean Up Files

The file to be deleted is selected and then is deleted one by one, or all files (up to 256 files
can be displayed) are deleted by touching the Del All button. Selecting the button displays
the previous page and selecting the button displays the next page.

Fig. 2-16 Clean Up Files Screen

Table 2-5 Files for Measured Results

File Name Measured Result
yyyyMMddhhmmssEVT.CSV Event result for the Bearer Quality Measurement
yyyyMMddhhmmssGRP.CSV Quality measured result for the Bearer Quality
Measurement
yyyyMMddhhmmssPNG.CSV Measured result for the Ping Test
yyyyMMddhhmmssTRT.CSV Test result for the Trace Route Test

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To delete the target
file, touch the line for
the file and then touch
the Del button, or
select the line using
the up and down keys
and then push the O
button.

Fig. 2-17 Selected File Deleting Confirmation Screen

To delete all
files, touch
this button.

Fig. 2-18 All Files Deleting Confirmation Screen

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3. USB CONNECTION WITH PC

3. USB CONNECTION WITH PC

This chapter describes operations, using the USB port of the tester, from the USB connection
with the PC to saving data to the PC.

3.1 Outline of Connection and Operation

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3.1 Outline of Connection and Operation
The tester is equipped with the built-in memory in the inside to save the accumulated
measured results and administration data. This memory, with the USB connection to the PC,
can be accessed from the PC.

Selecting USB Connection in the Main Menu appears the USB Connection screen.
Entering the password according to Section 2.3 System Settings enables the tester, using USB
cable, to be connected with the PC.

Enter the password

set on the
System(1/2) screen.

Fig. 3-1 USB Connection Screen Image

Connected with information equipment such as personal computers (PCs) via the USB, the
tester is recognized as a removable hard disk. This connection enables software such as
application-software for operating files to access the inner parts in the tester.

To disconnect the tester with the PC, shift the removable disk to “removable“ state by the PC
operation and then touch the Disconnect button on the screen of the tester to be disconnected.

Fig. 3-2 USB Connected Screen

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Note 1: For PC operation, refer to “Operation Manual” attached to the PC, or ask the
manufacturing vendor for information.
Note 2: In connecting the tester with PC via USB, use the USB cable attached to the tester.
Note 3: In releasing the USB connection, never fail to shift the USB to “removable“ state
and then disconnect the tester with PC via USB.
Releasing the USB connection during accessing the tester from the PC may cause
troubles of the tester.
Note 4: USB connection with the tester is used only for exchanging dedicated data, e.g.,
the measured results, between the PC and the tester. The tester cannot be used for
general purpose removable media like commercial hard disk with USB.
When copied, the data except the dedicated one is generally deleted; this may
contribute to malfunction depending on files. Therefore never fail to copy only the
dedicated data.
Note 5: The password, “0000”, is set at factory shipment. We recommend the password
should be changed before the tester is first used.

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MAIN SPECIFICATIONS

MAIN SPECIFICATIONS

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Item Specification
Electrical Interface 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T
Physical Interface RJ-45 (Straight/Cross exchangeable)
Auto Negotiation Enable or Disable
Link Speed 1000M/FULL, 100M/FULL, 100M/HALF,
10M/FULL, or 10M/HALF
Optical Interface 1000BASE-SX or 1000BASE-LX
Measuring (depending on SFP)
Port Physical Interface LC Connector (depending on SFP)
Auto Negotiation Enable or Disable
Link Speed 1000M/FULL
Number of Ports 1 port (Electrical/Optical exchangeable)
Status Indication LOS (Note 1), LINK, SPEED, DUPLEX,
PAUSE (Collision), TxD, RxD, IPv4, IPv6,
ARP
Address Setting IP Address (IPv4, IPv6) and
VLAN Tag (Note 2), individually
Frame Size 128 to 1,518 byte
(1,522 or 1,526 byte for VLAN)
Setting 64 byte (under the condition of unused
VLAN, IPv4, and UDP)
Usage Rate (Load) 0.1 to 100%
Bearer Quality Measurement Items Loss Rate, Delay Time, Jitter(Note 3),
Measurement Transmitting Band, Receiving Band,
Transmitting Frame Number, Receiving
Frame Number, Loss Frame Number, FCS,
SHORT, and LONG
Measured Results Outputs Output in CSV format
Loopback (Note 4) Swapping DA for SA in receiving MAC frame
and IP frame, respectively, and
Swapping DA port number for SA one in
receiving TCP or UDP frame

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Item Specification
Address IP Address (IPv4, IPv6), individually
Address Selection Up to 10 addresses are memorized and shown.
Frame Size 64 to 1,518 byte for IPv4 or
66 to 1,518 byte for IPv6
(1,522 or 1,526 byte for VLAN)
Setting Transmitting 10 ms, 100 ms, or 1 sec
Ping Test
Interval
Times Continuous, 1, 100, or 10,000
Time Out 1 sec, 3 sec, or 5 sec
Measured Results Outputs Output in CSV format
Trace Route Function Up to 64 connection addresses are shown.
Output in CSV format
Display 4.3-inch LCD (WQVGA, 256 colors)
Touch panel and/or Keys (O, X, M, and
Operation
Direction keys)
Interface USB 2.0 (function)
USB Port
Physical Interface Mini B
External Input 100 to 240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz
Power Source (using AC adapter:HL-7.5/1.5-BE3L-G)
Battery Four AA batteries
Weight Approx. 500 g (excluding batteries)
180 mm (W) × 90 mm (H) × 33 mm (D)
Dimensions (excluding projections) (excluding any projections and protection
cover)
Environmental Temperature 0 to 40°C
Conditions Humidity 40 to 85% (Non condensation)

Note 1: LOS is detected only for optical interface.

Note 2: Up to two VLAN Tags are set.
Note 3: Jitter is unable to be measured for 64-byte frame size.
Note 4: Loopback test is only for Full Duplex.

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