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ONXF-720-PON-42-204-TSX

OneExpert HFC ONXF-720-PON-42-204-TSX DOCSIS 3.1 and PON Field Tester with PON Selective Power Meter, 42/204 MHz, TSX Package

OneExpert HFC ONX-720 package with a PON selective power meter, VFL, a 42/204 MHz DOCSIS 3.1 module and 10 Gbps Ethernet and WiFi 7 testing.

Fiber optic testing
PON Selective Power Meter
DOCSIS module
ONX-CATV-D31-S-4220-1012 module (42/204 MHz D3.1)
Software package
ONX 720 TSX Package
TruePON PON-ID Analysis with OLT-ID and Loss
Opt.
Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI OneExpert HFC ONXF-720-PON-42-204-TSX is a new-unit package in the OneExpert HFC (ONX-720/730) family. It pairs the ONX-720 mainframe and its TSX software package with a PON Selective Optical Power Meter, a Visual Fault Locator, and the ONX-CATV-D31-S-4220-1012 DOCSIS 3.1 module (42/204 MHz upstream, 1.0/1.2 GHz downstream).

The ONX-720/730 platform tests DOCSIS, Ethernet, PON and WiFi 7 throughput at up to 10 Gbps. Test Process Automation (TPA) and the OneCheck workflows run guided, one-button pass/fail tests for Ethernet, WiFi, PON and DOCSIS, and save geo-tagged results.

Optical testing

The PON selective power meter measures coexistent PON wavelengths separately through a dedicated SC/APC port. It can read the PON-ID to confirm the connection to the expected OLT. The optional TruePON software checks total optical loss, PON-ID, OLT connectivity and received power against the ODN class. A 1 mW VFL is built in, and USB fiber scopes with automatic pass/fail analysis are supported.

DOCSIS and RF

The ONX-720/730 continues the RF and DOCSIS test functions of the ONX-620/630 and works with the existing ONX RF modules. It covers downstream and upstream analysis, OFDM signal metrics and ingress scanning, and it supports forward and reverse sweep with the SCU-1800.

Platform

The unit is IP54 rated, drop-tested and modular, with a path to 25G/50G PON and DOCSIS 4.0. It has integrated GPS, StrataSync support, a mobile app connection over Bluetooth, and a field-replaceable 96 W/hr battery.

Key Features

  • PON Selective Optical Power Meter with SC/APC connection
  • Visual Fault Locator (1 mW)
  • ONX-CATV-D31-S-4220-1012 DOCSIS 3.1 module (42/204 MHz)
  • ONX-720 TSX software package
  • OneCheck Ethernet and OneCheck WiFi included
  • VIAVI SpeedCheck to 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps included
  • Broadband power capability for the selective PON hardware
  • Unified OneCheck workflow automates pass/fail for DOCSIS, Ethernet, WiFi and PON
  • PON-ID reading to validate connection to the expected OLT
  • Optional TruePON verification of total optical loss, PON-ID, OLT connectivity and received power
  • Optional OneCheck PON with GPON/XGS-PON emulation using VIAVI SFP
  • WiFi 7 2x2 testing in the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands
  • 10GBase-T RJ-45 Ethernet testing from 100M to 10G
  • USB fiber scope support with Auto Analysis
  • IP54 rated, drop-tested, modular design
  • Upgradeable for 25G/50G PON and DOCSIS 4.0
  • Integrated GPS, StrataSync and VIAVI Mobile Tech app support
  • Field-replaceable 96 W/hr Li-Ion battery for multi-day use

Specifications

Package Configuration
Fiber optic testing PON Selective Power Meter
DOCSIS module ONX-CATV-D31-S-4220-1012 module (42/204 MHz D3.1)
42/204 MHz Upstream 1.0 GHz/1.2 GHz Downstream DOCSIS 3.1 Packages
Software package ONX 720 TSX Package
TruePON PON-ID Analysis with OLT-ID and Loss Opt.
Visual Fault Locator (1 mW) Standard
OneCheck WiFi7 / OneCheck Ethernet Standard
VIAVI SpeedCheck – 5 Gbps / 10 Gbps Standard
Ookla Speedtest, VIAVI TrueSpeed, iPerf (5 Gbps / 10 Gbps) Opt.
Optical Ethernet Testing over SFP+ Opt.
OneCheck PON w/Emulation – GPON/XGS PON using VIAVI SFP Opt.
HomeTDR, Home Leakage Test, Return Signal Generator w/Loopback, 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 and Throughput
OneCheck WiFi (Connected Mode) WiFi - 7 2x2 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) 2.4, 5, 6 GHz bands
WiFi Test Results Signal strength (RSSI), Standard, Width, Max Router PHY Rate, IP/Web connectivity, Throughput Tests (SpeedCheck, Ookla Speedtest, iPerf)
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
Throughput Test Results Delay, Upstream and Downstream Bit Rates
Bluetooth and Smart Device
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
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 %; 1342 nm: ±0.5 dB/±12 %; 1358 nm: ±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, SC/APC connectors; Broadband value printed as '±0.5 d/±5 %'
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
DOCSIS/RF
Frequency Range 0.5 to 1,218 MHz
Frequency Accuracy ±10 ppm typical @25°C
Downstream Max Input Power (Port 1) 60 dBmV total integrated power
Operation on Powered TAP Operate with up to 90 VAC/DC on input port
Upstream Ingress Spectrum Scan (Port 2) 0.5–204 MHz, calibrated range 4-204 MHz
Upstream Dynamic Range 50 dB
Downstream Calibrated Power Levels -20 dBmV to +50 dBmV
Modulation(s) 64, 128, and 256 QAM, OFDM
OFDM Channels 24-192 MHz wide − up to 3 active OFDM channels
Minimum Lock Level −15 dBmV
Diplexer (42/204 MHz module) 42 MHz: upstream 4-42 MHz; downstream 54–1,004 MHz; 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
Forward / Reverse Sweep Compatibility SCU-1800 (forward); SCU-1800 or DAA/RPHY via XperTRAK (reverse)
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
DC Input Power 12 V@5 A
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)

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

Applications

  • Multi-gig residential service activation
  • Small business service installation testing
  • DOCSIS 3.1 service turn-up and troubleshooting
  • GPON and XGS-PON service validation
  • Ethernet throughput testing up to 10 Gbps
  • WiFi 7 service delivery verification
  • Upstream ingress troubleshooting
  • Fiber connector inspection and fault location

Included

  • PON Selective Optical Power Meter
  • VFL
  • OneCheck Ethernet
  • OneCheck WiFi
  • 10G SpeedCheck
  • ONX-CATV-D31-S-4220-1012 module (42/204 MHz D3.1)
  • ONX 720 TSX Package
  • Protective Fitted Case
  • Cat6A jumper M-F and M-M

Options & Accessories

Option Description
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 — Save reference and calculate loss
ONXF-SW-SFP-ETH Enable SFP+ port for Optical Ethernet testing — Over VIAVI supported SFPs
ONXF-SW-OC-PON OneCheck PON — PON testing via GPON/XGSPON SFP+
ONXF-SW-OC-GPON-EMUL GPON Emulation — Live service testing on GPON network
ONXF-SW-OC-XGSPON-EMUL XGS-PON Emulation — Datasheet describes it as 'GPON Emulation for live service testing on GPON network'
ONX-SMART-ACCESS Smart Access Anywhere
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-5G ONX Ookla Speedtest to 5 Gbps — Also available as 1, 3 and 5 Yr timed licenses deployed via StrataSync (-1Y, -3Y, -5Y)
ONXF-SW-OOKLA-SPD-10G ONX Ookla Speedtest to 10 Gbps — Also available as 1, 3 and 5 Yr timed licenses deployed via StrataSync (-1Y, -3Y, -5Y)
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-5G ONX TrueSpeed to 5 Gbps permanent License — Also available as 1 and 3 Yr timed licenses (-1Y, -3Y)
ONXF-SW-TRUESPEED-10G ONX TrueSpeed to 10 Gbps Permanent License — Also available as 1 and 3 Yr timed licenses (-1Y, -3Y)
ONXF-SW-IPERF-5G ONX iPerf test to 5 Gbps Permanent License — Also available as 1 and 3 Yr timed licenses (-1Y, -3Y)
ONXF-SW-IPERF-10G ONX iPerf test to 10 Gbps permanent License — Also available as 1 and 3 Yr timed licenses (-1Y, -3Y)
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
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

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