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VeEX™ CX series are next generation test solutions designed for analog and digital cable TV networks supporting VoIP, WiFi, and Internet service. Analog and Digital SLM, ingress noise sweep, deep interleave support, and QAM constellation analysis are among many standard features. Enhanced optional features include QAM16/64/128 Upstream Generation (USG), Reverse Path QAM Analysis, and DOCSIS 2.0/DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem emulation. A high capacity LiIon battery pack provides extended autonomy for a full day use with only a single charge.


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An all-in-one, super-tech installation and maintenance tool for next generation CATV networks. The CX180+ and CX180-D3+ can be used at the headend for return path ingress scan and return path QAM analysis. Enhanced ingress monitoring in both the forward and reverse paths is possible across a 50dB dynamic range. Adjustable resolution bandwidths, measurement dwell times and attenuation provide spectrum analysis capabilities all optimized for CATV signal types and bandwidth. Similar to the CX150+, the CX180+ supports a DOCSIS 2.0 cable modem or an advanced USG - available as hardware options at time of order or as field upgrades. Remote View software option is also available.

The new CX180-D3+ offers an integrated dual band DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem to provision 8x4 channel bonding used in high bandwidth DOCSIS 3.0 CATV networks. With the same powerful Signal Level Meter and QAM analyzer functions of the CX180+, advanced users will benefit from the greater sensitivity and lower noise floor of the CX180-D3+ when troubleshooting low level ingress. The CX180-D3+ is also able to perform Return Path QAM analysis complete with constellation diagram, so no upstream impairment is left undetected.

              
CX180+/CX180-D3+  
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Highlights
  • Intuitive presentation of measurements with test graphics
  • High resolution color touch-screen viewable in any lighting conditions fitted with protective cover
  • Robust, handheld chassis packed with powerful and flexible features for demanding environments and test conditions
  • Optimized for field engineers or technicians installing and maintaining CATV networks enabling triple play services
  • Ethernet port and connection for back office applications, workforce management and triple play service verification
  • USB memory stick, Bluetooth adaptor, and FTP upload capability for test result storage and file transfer respectively
  • Maintain instrument software, manage test configurations, process measurement results and generate customer test reports using included ReVeal™ PC software
  • Extend field testing time using interchangeable LiIon battery pack/s. Greater battery autonomy provided in standby mode
  • Supports advanced IP testing; Ping, trace route, ARP Wiz, VoIP, IPTV, WiFi, Web browser, and FTP upload/download via Ethernet or USB port where applicable
  • Perform remote testing and monitoring using the remote control option via standard Ethernet interface
  • NetWiz cable diagnosis with network statistics*
  • VoIP call emulation and MOS performance analysis*
  • WiFi Wiz site survey with Internet and VoIP check*
  • Frequency analysis from 5 to 1000 MHz
  • Supports Annex A and B signal formats
  • Comprehensive SLM features including single channel measurement, system scan, tilt, and installation check
  • Measure power level of NTSC, PAL and SECAM video signals
  • Carrier-to-Noise (C/N); Adjacent Channel measurement ratio
  • MER and Pre/Post BER measurements of QAM carriers with Constellation diagram and Histogram
  • Forward and Reverse path ingress scan to detect noise and/or CSO/CTB interference
  • Reverse Path QAM 16/64/128 MER, Pre/Post BER measurement with Constellation diagram
  • Equalized/unequalized MER and BER measurements
  • DOCSIS 2.0/EuroDOCSIS 2.0 modem emulation with USG capability (CX150+/optional on CX180+)
  • DOCSIS 3.0/EuroDOCSIS 3.0 modem emulation (CX150-D3+/CX180-D3+)
  • Upstream Signal Generator (USG) (CX150+/optional on CX180+)
  • Upstream QAM 16/64/128, CW, QPSK signal generation with FEC (CX120+/CX180+)*
  • RP Balancing* for loopback testing (with CX120+/CX150+/CX180+)
  • Home Installation Process*


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Application Notes CATV Unequalized MER