New SCU-1800 Firmware v5.0.391 available for download

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SCU-1800 firmware version 5.0.391 is now available to download via StrataSync’s Firmware update page.

Feature improvements include the addition of configurable login info, HTTPS compatibility, Power Level per Sweep Channel, and selectable TPC to Reverse Telemetry.

Full Release notes can be found here: SCU-1800 Firmware 5.0.391

Note: The SCU-1800 can not be updated directly through StrataSync, but the firmware update file can be downloaded from StrataSync.  This firmware file can then be used to update the SCU-1800 using its typical firmware update procedure, outlined below.

To download the SCU firmware follow these steps:

  • Click on the Assets tab to open the drop down menu
  • Select Update Firmware
  • Ensure the Online updates is selected
  • Choose the SCU from the asset type list
  • Scroll the screen to the right to reveal the firmware download link
  • Click on the download link to begin the download procedure
  • Release notes can be downloaded here as well

To install the SCU firmware onto the SCU:

  • Log into the SCU to be updated
  • Find and click the Settings tab at the top of the SCU’s Home Screen
  • Click Firmware from the menus along the left side of the screen
  • Click on the Choose File under the Firmware Upgrade section
  • Point to the SCU Firmware file downloaded from StrataSync
  • Click the Upgrade Firmware button to begin the firmware update procedure

Updated Software for VIAVI SmartOTDR & T-BERD/MTS Instruments

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VIAVI have just released updated software for the SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000 V2, -6000A V2 and -8000 V2. These latest software versions include test options and feature enhancements to enable network tests at new speeds and with new capabilities that make testing faster and more efficient. The releases include a number of usability enhancements, these are the main new functional additions:

New base unit functionalities (SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000 V2, -6000A V2, -8000 V2)
• New touchscreen file manager user interface allowing touch & drag for resizing columns & folder selection, plus one touch file/column filtering and file name reveal by touch/hold and drag left/right
• Advanced SmartTest user interface, streamlined and optimized making it easier to read and simpler use
• New handling of demo licenses means a demo/trial license can be requested directly from the instrument (once connected to the cloud)
• Improved OTDR automatic measurement on short distances found in access & wireless networks, as well as for PON configurations

T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000 V2
New functionalities
• Support for new DWDM Optical Channel Checker module (OCC-4046C) for metro/access DWDM test (e.g. CATV Remote-PHY or 5G back & mid-haul)
• Compatibility mode for FiberComplete HW version 1 and version 2 modules allowing backward compatibility and mixing of HW versions for test
• OTDR option for upgrading FiberComplete Fault finder module to full FiberComplete capability

T-BERD/MTS-8000 V2
New functionalities
• Support for the Optical Spectrum and Correlation Analyzer module (OSCA-710) for in-service OSNR measurements

Just use StrataSync to push the new software directly to your test instruments.

Thanks,
The VIAVI Solutions Team