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ONXF-720-BB-85-204-TSX

VIAVI OneExpert HFC ONXF-720-BB-85-204-TSX DOCSIS 3.1 and Fiber Tester with Broadband Power Meter, 85/204 MHz, TSX Package

OneExpert HFC ONX-720 unit with 85/204 MHz DOCSIS 3.1 module, broadband optical power meter, VFL and 10 Gbps Ethernet and WiFi 7 testing.

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)
Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI ONXF-720-BB-85-204-TSX is a new-unit package of the OneExpert HFC (ONX-720/730) platform. It combines an ONX-720 mainframe with the ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 DOCSIS 3.1 sweep-ready module (85/204 MHz upstream, 1.2/1.2 GHz downstream), a broadband optical power meter, a visual fault locator and the ONX 720 TSX software package.

The OneExpert HFC validates DOCSIS, Ethernet, PON and WiFi 7 throughput up to 10 Gbps. Test Process Automation (TPA) and the OneCheck workflows run pass/fail tests for Ethernet, WiFi and DOCSIS with guided steps, which helps technicians follow a consistent process during service activation and troubleshooting.

Optical and fiber tools

The broadband power meter uses an InGaAs photodiode covering 800 to 1650 nm with eight calibrated wavelengths. A 650 nm visual fault locator and support for USB fiber inspection scopes with automatic analysis are included for fiber troubleshooting.

DOCSIS and RF

The ONX-720/730 continues the RF and DOCSIS test functions of the ONX-620/630, including support for existing RF modules. It provides downstream and upstream analysis, OFDM signal metrics, and forward and reverse sweep compatible with the SCU-1800.

Design

The instrument is IP54 rated, drop tested and modular, with a path to 25G/50G PON and DOCSIS 4.0 upgrades. It includes GPS, StrataSync and mobile app support, and a field-replaceable 96 Wh Li-Ion battery.

Key Features

  • Broadband optical power meter and 1 mW visual fault locator
  • ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 DOCSIS 3.1 module (85/204 MHz upstream, 1.2/1.2 GHz downstream)
  • ONX 720 TSX software package
  • OneCheck Ethernet and OneCheck WiFi included
  • VIAVI SpeedCheck to 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps included
  • Unified OneCheck workflow automates pass/fail for DOCSIS, Ethernet, WiFi and PON
  • Validates DOCSIS, Ethernet, PON and WiFi 7 to 10 Gbps in under a minute
  • 10GBase-T RJ-45 Ethernet port at 100M, 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G
  • WiFi 7 2x2 testing on 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands
  • Built-in fiber tools: VFL and scope support with Auto Analysis
  • Smart Access Anywhere remote coaching and training via PC or mobile (optional)
  • IP54 rated, rugged, drop-tested modular design
  • Modular path supports 25G/50G PON and DOCSIS 4.0 upgrades
  • Integrated GPS, StrataSync and VIAVI Mobile Tech app support
  • 96 Wh field-replaceable Li-Ion battery for 3-5 days of typical installer use
  • Geo-tagged saved results

Specifications

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
VIAVI SpeedCheck 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps
Included
Ookla Speedtest 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps
Optional
VIAVI TrueSpeed (RFC-6349) 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps
Optional
iPerf client 5 Gbps, 10 Gbps
Optional
Test results Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates
Bluetooth and Smart Device Support
Communication interface Bluetooth v5.0, BLE 2.0
Smart device support VIAVI Mobile Tech app; Android 8 or newer; iOS 12 or newer
Recommendation
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
Broadband Power Meter
Photo diode InGaAs
Spectral range Broadband (800…1650 nm)
Wavelength setting 850, 980, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1577, 1625, 1650 nm; Custom 800…1650 nm, step size 1 nm
Resolution 0.01 dB, 0.001 μW
Measurement range for power level -65…+10 dBm
Max. power level +16 dBm
Measurement uncertainty ±0.2 dB/±5% (intrinsic)
Under reference conditions: -11 dBm (CW), 1310 nm ±1 nm, 23 °C ±3 K, 45 to 75% relative humidity, SM test fiber (Single Mode, 9 µm core, 8° APC), when used with SC/PC connectors
Number of calibrated wavelengths 8 (850, 980, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1577, 1625, 1650 nm)
Tone detection 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz
Future optional capability; received optical power level ≥ -50 dBm
Connection UPP 2.5 mm
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)
Package Configuration
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
Fiber optic testing Broadband Optical Power Meter, VFL
Optical Loss Mode (Set/clear Ref with Delta) •
Shown as standard in the feature matrix (page 10); the ordering list (page 11) names Optical Loss only for ONX-730 BB packages
Return Signal Generator w/Loopback Opt.
Ingress Expert Opt.
HomeTDR / Home Leakage Test Opt.
Reverse Sweepless Sweep / QAM Video MPEG Verification / Field View w/RSG N/A
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
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, −20°C to +50°C
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
OFDM Signal Performance Metrics
OFDM channels 24-192 MHz wide − up to 3 active OFDM channels
MER — max, min, average, standard deviation, percentile 16 to 44 dB
Profile analysis Profiles A, B, C, D, NCP, and PLC (more profiles as implemented)
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 upstream 4-85 MHz; downstream 108-1,218 MHz
Diplexer return path options may not be available on all units
Diplexer 204 MHz 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
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

  • DOCSIS service activation
  • Multi-gig residential service installation
  • Small business service testing
  • Ethernet throughput testing up to 10 Gbps
  • WiFi 7 service delivery validation
  • Fiber optical power measurement
  • Fiber fault location
  • Upstream ingress troubleshooting
  • HFC forward and reverse sweep

Included

  • ONX-CATV-D31-S-8520-1212 module (85/204 MHz D3.1)
  • Broadband Optical Power Meter
  • VFL
  • OneCheck Ethernet
  • OneCheck WiFi
  • 10G SpeedCheck
  • 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-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 — Name 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