VIAVI Network & Service Companion NSC100-XGSPON-PRO XGS-PON, Ethernet and WiFi Service Tester
NSC-100 package for XGS-PON, Ethernet and WiFi service activation testing with SpeedCheck and Ookla Speedtest up to 1 Gbps.
- NSC100-XGSPON-PRO
- XGSPON, Ethernet, WiFi, SpeedCheck 1G, Speedtest 1G
Overview
The NSC100-XGSPON-PRO is a standard package of the VIAVI Network & Service Companion (NSC-100). The NSC-100 is a compact handheld, screenless test device that combines PON, Ethernet and WiFi test interfaces with VIAVI OneCheck applications for network validation and service testing by installers and frontline technicians.
This package combines XGS-PON, Ethernet and WiFi testing with VIAVI SpeedCheck 1G and Ookla Speedtest 1G throughput tests. In XGS-PON mode the unit emulates an ONU/ONT using a VIAVI XGSPON SFP and reports PON activation state, power levels, PON ID and ODN class according to ITU-T G.9807 and G.988.
Testing at each access point (XGS-PON, Ethernet, WiFi) lets technicians confirm PON service delivery before troubleshooting the premises and separate faults between the access network and in-premises distribution. WiFi tests cover coverage, channel noise, airtime and throughput, with recommendations when performance is below expectation.
Workflow and reporting
The NSC is operated from the VIAVI Mobile Tech app over Bluetooth. Job Manager organizes jobs, test results and reports, and reports can be submitted through StrataSync in the cloud or sent by email from a smartphone or tablet. NSC units can also act as remote-controlled test agents for the VIAVI Fusion centralized test system.
Key Features
- Robust, field-ready, screenless design
- XGS-PON ONU/ONT emulation with VIAVI XGSPON SFP
- PON data analysis (PON-ID) and PON power levels
- Ethernet 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G interfaces
- WiFi 3x3 tests and WiFi Expert up to WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
- VIAVI SpeedCheck and Ookla Speedtest throughput tests up to 1 Gbps in this package
- One-button OneCheck tests ensure all required tests are performed on site
- Job Manager for jobs, test results and reports
- On-board report generation and submission via StrataSync or direct email
- VIAVI Mobile Tech app support
- Field-replaceable Li-Ion battery with 1-week typical usage
Specifications
| NSC100-XGSPON-PRO |
XGSPON, Ethernet, WiFi, SpeedCheck 1G, Speedtest 1G
PON Package
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|---|
| ONU/ONT Emulation | VIAVI XGSPON SFP |
|---|---|
| Interface | SC/APC |
| Standard | G.9807.1 XGSPON compliant, G.988 OMCI compliant |
| Upstream (1270 nm) Tx Signal Power Range | 4.0 dBm to 9.0 dBm |
| Downstream (1577 nm) Rx Signal Power Range | -28.0 dBm to -9.0 dBm |
| Test Results | PON Activation State, Power Level values from the SFP, PON ID, ODN Class – according to ITU-T G.9807 and G.988 standards |
| 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
NSC-100 platform capability; this package includes SpeedCheck 1G and Speedtest 1G
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| WiFi Expert (Passive Mode) |
Up to WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Test results: Signal strength (RSSI), Channel, Standard, Width, Channel Noise, Total Airtime, Noise Airtime, Estimated Throughput, Recommendations
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|---|---|
| OneCheck WiFi (Connected Mode) |
Up to WiFi 5 3x3 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
Test results: Signal strength (RSSI), Standard, Width, Max Router PHY Rate, IP/Web connectivity, Throughput Tests
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| TCP Throughput Test |
VIAVI SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, VIAVI TrueSpeed (RFC-6349), iPerf
This package includes SpeedCheck 1G and Speedtest 1G
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|---|---|
| Performance |
2 Gbps for SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, TrueSpeed, iPerf
NSC-100 maximum with 2G options; SpeedCheck 1G/Speedtest 1G options are up to 1Gbps over 1GE port
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| Test Results | Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates |
| Communication Interface | Bluetooth v5.0 |
|---|---|
| Smart Device Support (recommendation) | Mobile Tech app, Android 8 or newer, iOS 12 or newer |
| VIAVI Instrument Support | ONX-580, ONX-CATV |
| 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; 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
- XGS-PON service activation
- Residential broadband installation
- Small business service turn-up
- In-premises WiFi coverage and performance analysis
- Ethernet service validation
- Service delivery demarcation and troubleshooting
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 port 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 |