DaVaR System

NetServer is a software and server hardware system that interfaces to your host database, providing plant information for testing and automatic host database updates with NetTest results from field testing.

• Scaleable system provides interface between NetTest field controllers and your host loodatabase
• Automatically updates host records
• Web-based management tools for program measurement and reporting
• Host support for LFACS, LMOS, AAIS, COSMOS, SWITCH, PAIRS PSI, PISA, and custom

NetTest Controllers are the heart of a Fluke Networks DaVaR program, NetServer is the brain.

NetServer is a UNIX-based HP9000 server platform that provides the interface between NetTest Controllers and the host loop record database.

NetServer is a scaleable system, with configurations that can support one user or an entire enterprise. Information is maintained on a robust and secure Oracle database, and a wide range of management reports are available to authorized users via a web browser interface.

NetTest Plus field controller is a portable, self-contained test system, for high-speed bulk verification, conformance and pair recovery.

• High-speed bulk pair testing Identifies shorts, grounds, crosses and balance problems
• Finds and identifies spares, load coils, and more
• Rugged, lightweight and portable
• Scaleable from 100 to 4000 pairs
• Up to 10 hours of battery life with optional external battery pack

NetTest field controllers are a family of products designed for OSP bulk pair testing and database verification in the field.

Additional components include the Expansion Unit, which adds testing capacity to the base NetTest system, and the Extended Test Access Module (ETAM), which provides 100 pair access for testing.

The base configuration includes an integrated test head, a ruggedized laptop computer, NetTest software and a 100-pair ETAM. Up to 10 ETAMs can be controlled by a single NetTest or Expansion Unit. Up to three Expansion Units can be controlled by a single NetTest.

The NetTest Controller is lightweight and portable, measuring 8"H x 14"W x 22"D (20 x 30 x 50 cm) and weighing just 20 lbs (9.1 kg). The laptop's docking station eliminates the need for multiple power and interface cables. On-board single pair testing capability makes it easy to perform manual investigations when needed.

With the NetTest you can choose battery or line power. A 12-V cigarette lighter adapter is included, and an auxiliary battery pack extends operating range to more than 10 hours. Operating line power range is 120-220 VAC, 50-60 Hz.

Scalable Design

The DaVaR NetTest is scaleable. A single controller can manage up to 10 ETAM units to test up to 1000 pairs at a time. In addition, the NetTest Expansion Unit can increase speed and/or throughput dramatically. Each NetTest Expansion Unit includes a 100 pair access module and can support up to nine ETAMs. Up to three Expansion Units can be controlled by a single NetTest controller, permitting high capacity testing up to 4000 pairs at a time sequentially, or fast testing of up to four pairs in parallel, up to 1000 pairs at a time.

Versatility

The DaVaR NetTest can be used in a variety of ways to manage your outside plant loop assets.

High-speed bulk qualification of lines for voice or broadband services, including identification and location of impairments and telephone number identification

• Loop record verification and correction
• Spare recovery
• OSP refurbishment
• Cable conformance and crossbox replacement

Powerful Software

DaVaR NetTest software is a powerful, yet easy-to-use environment for operation of the NetTest controller, Expansion Units and associated ETAMs. Hosted on Windows 98, NetTest software features SuperLink multi-tasking technology for support of concurrent operations. This permits one
operator to complete two tasks at once, such as performing bulk pair tests and editing manual investigations. 

NetTest uses a commandcCenter interface to make all capabilities available with the touch of a button. The test engine provides a detailed view of test results in real time. A built-in editor helps the operator perform analysis or generate different views of the data, including searches and filters based on telephone number or pair or record categories like "working" or "spare." A fully-relational database supplies robust and secure storage and enables powerful ad hoc reporting capability. More than 15 pre-configured reports are included, covering variances, recovery and management summaries. Information can be viewed on screen, printed or exported to other applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel or Access.

User-selectable test profiles allow operators to perform tests tailored to specific requirements, such as bulk pair recovery, qualification or crossbox refurbishment. Variables from which you can select include test parameters and pass/fail marginal thresholds.

What makes NetTest unique is its ability to upload and download loop database record information from the host system. NetTest software provides secure dial up and PPP interfaces to the NetServer to download data to be verified and upload verified pair records. 

Front Tap Shoes

The Extended Test Access Module (ETAM), included with the DaVaR NetTest unit, expands the unit by 100 pairs. Additional ETAMs can be purchased if more than 100 pairs are to be scanned, expanding the NetTest up to 1000 pairs.

Fluke Networks manufactures more than 30 different types of central office and cross-connect front tap shoes for DaVaR and other OSP testing applications, including:

• Multiple configurations of Cinch Jones, Amphenol and circular connections
• Single or branched terminations
• Standard or custom test cord lengths

Customized configurations are also available.

Fluke Networks front tap shoes feature:

• Precision design providing exact alignment with the terminal block or hardware application
• Sturdy, yet lightweight, housings that protect your precision equipment while providing ease in handling
• Unique clamp-and-guide system for quick and easy installation
• Test connector pins that are specially plated to ensure long wear and corrosion protection
• Field-replaceable contact pins in many units

Storage/carrying cases available to protect equipment when not in use
 

ETAM

The Extended Test Access Module (ETAM), included with the DaVaR NetTest unit, expands the unit by 100 pairs. Additional ETAMs can be purchased if more than 100 pairs are to be scanned, expanding the NetTest up to 1000 pairs.

EPM Option

The External Power Module (EPM) provides up to 10 hours of battery power for the DaVaR NetTest.

DaVaR Outside Plant Testing Services (DOTS) allows you to deploy or supplement testing activities quickly and efficiently. Fluke Networks can supply certified technicians, equipment, project management, data storage, host database updates, management reports and more.

• Helps you deploy or supplement your testing activities quickly and easily
• Includes equipment, labor, project managemnt and management reports
• Offers bulk DSL qualification, records verification, pair recovery or OSP refurbishment testing programs

Fluke Networks’ NetDSL System represents the latest advancement in copper cable testing equipment for performing bulk pair ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and VDSL qualification. NetDSL fully tests, pre-qualifies and documents the copper distribution network for ADSL2+ and VDSL service. The NetDSL System combines the unique ability to perform single-ended testing on both working and spare lines along with automatically updating the host database for DSL qualified pairs with the DaVaR NetServer. This unique ability to provide quick and accurate service level qualification on both working and spare pairs allows service providers to identify and target new customers for high-speed service, dramatically reducing customer acquisition costs and generating revenue faster.

Using a series of patented algorithms and testing techniques, NetDSL performs over 15 electrical and wideband tests on the copper pair to determine the level of service the pair can support. Automatically estimates upstream and downstream bandwidth for ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and VDSL services.

The NetDSL System helps remove the guess work in deploying bundle services on FTTx networks. NetDSL is quite simply the easiest and most cost effective solution to qualify and help condition your distribution plant. Fluke Networks and our staff of application support experts will demonstrate the NetDSL solution on-site to show "real-world" results in your plant. See how quickly the NetDSL solution can help you qualify the "last mile." Contact your local Fluke Networks representative or call 800-283-5853.

• Bulk pair verification and wideband service qualification system
• Bulk pair ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+ and VDSL qualification
• Qualifies spare and working lines
• Real-time upstream and downstream bandwidth estimates
• Test for capacitive and resistive faults, splices, splits, impulse noise and load coils
• Single-end testing for wideband noise and longitudinal balance
• Easy integration with existing DaVaR programs
• Compatible with existing DaVaR NetServer

System Components:

Portable test system for POTS, ADSL, ADSL2/2+ or VDSL services.

• Fully tests, pre-qualifies and documents the copper distribution network for ADSL, ADSL2+ and VDSL services.
• Performs more than 15 electrical and wideband tests to determine the level of service the pair can support.
• Configure up to four test engines to connect up to 4,000 pairs and test four pairs simultaneously for maximum performance.
• Provides single-ended testing, verification and wideband qualification

A portable, self-contained test system that provides a unique, single-ended testing process to automatically determine if a pair is qualified to support POTS, ADSL, ADSL2/2+ or VDSL services. Detailed electrical tests detect impairments, determine overall quality of the copper pair and provide real-time bandwidth estimates.

When combined with the DaVaR NetServer, the NetDSL system can automatically update the relevant database for DSL-qualified working and spare pairs. Once you know which pairs are DSL ready, you can target your broadband sales efforts to specific customers.

• Web-based interface for easy access throughout the organization
• NetDSL testing jobs can be scheduled well in advance of their due dates, making testing programs easier to manage
• Test result reports are color-coded based on failure level
• Results are analyzed on a per-pair basis as well as by 25- or 50-pair compliments

Expands NetTest Plus field controller to allow testing two pairs at a time.

Data Validation and Reporting (DaVaR) is an integrated hardware and software solution for managing outside plant data. Bulk high-speed testing is conducted with rugged, notebook PCs and uses the DaVaR NetServer to interface with the phone companies legacy database to recover lost pairs and give telephone companies an accurate view of their network facilities.

Super DaVaR uses the same technology but adds a second test engine to test two pairs simultaneously increasing the productivity of the average field technician.

• Designed for OSP bulk pair testing and database verification in the field
• Portable, single or dual test engine configuration
• Records verification (with voice band testing)