StrataSync CORE Test Data retention policy to be active Saturday 2/17

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As a reminder, Test Data records with dates older than 35 days will be deleted. This applies to StrataSync CORE subscribers ONLY.

This will be effective with the release of StrataSync version 7.5, on 2/17/18

StrataSync PLUS subscribers Test Data records  will continue to be retained for 6 years.
If you are a CORE subscriber, and require longer Test Data retention, please contact your VIAVI sales representative , Or VIAVI Customer Care , to upgrade to StrataSync PLUS

StrataSync Mobile Tech Released

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StrataSync Mobile Tech app is now available for the OneExpert instrument family (CATV and DSL).

Leveraging the always-on connectivity of Android/iOS mobile devices carried by most technicians, Mobile Tech allows syncing nearly anywhere and anytime including in the truck between jobs.  Test results can be geotagged and augmented with pictures or video files by leveraging the GPS and multi-media capabilities of the mobile devices.   Instrument sharing is also simplified as test data synced via Mobile Tech is linked to the app User ID, there is no need to change User ID on instrument each time that it changes hands.

Benefits:

  • Sync ONX meters anywhere and anytime the Tech’s mobile device has internet connectivity
  • Managers get faster access to test data, Tech’s have latest work orders assigned to them
  • Geotag test results to pinpoint service locations, prevent spoofing of test results
  • Enhance records of completed tests with pictures or videos of what was found and fixed

Available now in the Apple App Store or on Google Play, and a Getting Started Guide can be found here.

New Features with latest T-BERD/MTS Software Update

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VIAVI has just released updated software for the T-BERD/MTS-8000E, -6000A MSAM & CSAM and the T-BERD/MTS-5800 and SmartClass 4800. The latest release enhances the benefits of reliable, easy testing and results analysis that you get with these all-in-one tools. The new software version includes test options and feature enhancements that enable network tests at new speeds and with new capabilities that make testing faster and more efficient.

No-cost Feature Enhancements:

  • Launch Tests from Job Manager – Make testing easier and more consistent by following a test plan. Simply create a test plan with configs for each test at our Job Manager website, load to your T-BERD/MTS-5800, launch, and run exactly the test(s) you want. When complete, save all results in a single PDF file.
  • Dual Port 100G RS-FEC – Use for 200G coherent muxponder applications using two SR-4 interfaces. Complete flexibility to mix and match between 100G Ethernet and OTN interface types.
  • CPRI Check – Qualify remote radio head (RRH) installations from the physical layer to the RF checking PIM and VSWR and setting antenna tilt.
  • AOC/DAC Cable Test – Enjoy streamlined workflow to test multiple AOC/DAC cables faster than ever and save results to a single PDF file with Job Manager.
  • IEEE 1588 PTP – Use new ability to perform floor packet analysis and extended wander analysis runtime via optional SD card.
  • OTN Check – Verify network compatibility with OTN encryption with improved GCC transparency settings.
  • Ethernet and Fiber Channel Service Disruption – Better measure switching times through ROADMs at 1G, 25G, and 100G line rates with the addition of several new measurement triggers.

New Orderable Options:

  • 100G One-way Delay – Perform one-way latency packet delay measurements on 100G, 40G, and 25G Ethernet interfaces – requires a timing reference such as:
  • Built-in GNSS – The T-BERD/MTS-5800-100G now includes a built-in global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receiver providing high a high-quality timing reference for one-way delay, 1 PPS, IEEE 15888 PTP, and wander analysis. Supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and SBAS systems.
  • RF Analysis over OBSAI – Eliminate a costly, dangerous tower climb by analyzing radio frequency data over the OBSAI protocol to detect interference at the bottom of the tower.

Please use StrataSync to push the new software directly to your test instruments or use the links below to upgrade manually:

If you have questions about the update or would like to talk with VIAVI, please email TAC or contact your local VIAVI Solutions sales representative for more information.

 

Updated ONX-580 Firmware – Release Version 7.0.25 for the ONX DSL family is now available

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ONX Version 7.0.25 is now released and available through StrataSync.

Viavi highly recommends installing the new 7.0.25 firmware on all OneExpert 580A/580/580P units.

Release 7.0.25 is a major step forward for the ONX DSL family with stronger copper test capabilities on the 580P, the ability to automate DSL tests, the WiFi Advisor’s powerful, though simple, SmartChannel Wizard application can now be run natively on the ONX without the need for an external tablet, and automated OneCheck test results can now be seen in StrataSync.

Release highlights include: 

  • Dual Trace TDR on the ONX-580 and ONX-580P
  • NEXT and FEXT on the ONX-580P
  • OneCheck DSL
  • SmartChannel Wizard
  • OneCheck results integrated in StrataSync
  • G.fast/DSL Auto Mode
  • Sckipio GA5 support
  • SpeedCheck over PPPoE
  • OneCheck TDR performance improvements
  • iOS 11 support
  • Italian, French & Portuguese language support