Argus 145

Combined ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL, SHDSL, ISDN & POTS Tester

Product overview

The ARGUS 145 offers an exceptionally broad spectrum of measurement functions & supports tests on SHDSL, ADSL, ADSL2 & ADSL2+ as well as POTS, U-interface & BRI accesses.

The Argus 145 is a comprehensive tool for installation, maintenance & development testing of DSL, ISDN & POTS services & equipment.

The unit enables you to check that the wiring allows DSL services & that the promised services are being delivered. Determine quality of service automatically within seconds by receiving connection rates & noise margins from the DSLAM.

PING the service provider to prove internet connectivity, test the SHDSL or ADSL modem by IP PING via it's Ethernet port & support SHDSL & ADSL model Through-mode.

See the ADSL transmission spectrum on the graphics screen of the Argus 145 & find degraded spectral regions by interfering noise sources.

Argus 145 ADSL, ISDN and Analogue hand held tester
 
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Product features...

  • One tester for all requirements.
  • Fully automated access test reports.
  • Lightweight & easy to operate.
  • Rugged & ergonomic handheld design.
 

WINplus - Automated Test Report Software (supplied as standard)

WINplus is a standard software package for the Argus 145 allowing firmware update, display printout, storing of automated SHDSL, ADSL & ISDN access tests, ISDN D channel recording,display & decode included.

Features and Specifications

*Denotes optional feature.

ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL Functions

  • ATU-R simulation for ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL.
  • Standards supported: ANSI T1.413.2, ITU-T G.992.1 (G.DMT) Annex A / B, ITU-T G.992.2 (G.Lite), ITU-T G.992.3 Annex A/B / L (Reach Extended) / Appendix 1, ITU-T G.992.4 Annex A/B / Appendix 1, ITU-T G.992.5, ITU-T G.994.1 (G.hs).
  • Automatically measures & displays many upstream/downstream parameters of the line.
  • ADSL cell & bit error statistics (upstream & downstream).
  • Timestamped on-screen event trace.
  • Pass/Fail result according to defined Qos thresholds.
  • Built in POTS microfilter.

ATM Tests

  • OAM F5 loopback support.
  • VPI/VCI scan returns list of available VPI/VCI.
  • ATM PING (end to end or segmented).
  • ATM statistics.

IP Functions

  • Test internet connectivity to the ISP & the real download rates.
  • Protocols: PPPoE, PPPoA, IP over ATM, Ethernet over ATM, IP, PPTP.
  • Display of PPP assignments.
  • DNS client/server mode (DNS relaying), support of two DNS.
  • DHCP client/server.
  • NAT/PAT address resolution (NAT can also be disabled).
  • DHCP, PPP (IPCP) & static IP addressing.
  • PAP or CHAP authentication.
  • PING test for response time analysis.
  • Trace route function for extended PING analysis with hop count.
  • Download test by HTTP/FTP; upload test by FTP.
  • Recording of internet login sequence & other IP tests on PC in Ethereal file format for protocol analysis.

Ethernet Functions

  • Ethernet 10/100BaseT interface.
  • Tests on Ethernet port of DSL modem as Ethernet TE (PC replacement mode).
  • G.SHDSL* & ADSL modem replacement mode (Through-mode).
  • PC replacement mode (Argus doesn't replace user's PC), with protocol PPTP support.
  • Recording of internet login sequence & other IP tests on PC in Ethereal file format for protocol analysis.

DSLAM-SDSL, G.SHDSL* Functions

  • Standards supported: ITU-T G.991.2 (G.SHDSL), ITU-T G.994.1 (G.hs), ETSI 101524 (ETSI-SDSL).
  • STU-R simulation (acts like CPE).
  • DSLAM-SDSL / G.SHDSL ATM operation.
  • PING test to ISP.
  • G.SHDSL TDM operation (Synchronisation & line parameters).
  • Service Verification & Loop prequalification.
  • Listen/talk mode on TDM time slots.
  • TIP & Ring status, normal or reversed.
  • Voltage measurement.
  • Automatically measures & displays upstream & downstream parameters of the line.
  • Error counters.

U & POTS Functions

  • Test in TE mode at U interface.
  • U interface voltage measurement.
  • POTS a/b) interface with DTMF & pulse dial mode, flash function (40 - 1000 ms), loop resistance: appr. 600 Ohm.
  • POTS voltage measurement.
  • Calling Line Identification Presentation.
  • High-Z monitor with non-intrusive listen-to on POTS & U.
  • Built in POTS microfilter allows POTS operation on lines with DSL traffic.

BRI S/T Functions

  • TE/NT* simulation & D channel passive monitoring.
  • Automatic detection of access configuration & protocol.
  • Supported protocols: DSS1, ITR6, Cornet-T / N, QSIG (B.C), X.25.
  • Display of layers 1, 2, 3 & the B channel status.
  • D-channel monitor with online output for PC decode.
  • Automatic ISDN services test.
  • Automatic test of supplementary services.
  • Telephone functions with the Call hot-button.
  • Selectable B-channel, en-bloc or overlap signalling.
  • Measurement of Call Setup time.
  • Selectable call parameters for outgoing calls.
  • Terminal simulation for different ISDN bearer & tele services.
  • Bus status test with interrogation, display & clearing of the active call diversions.
  • Automatic X.31 test.
  • BERT with evaluation in accordance to G.821.
  • Test ISDN leased lines.
  • Layer 1 tests.
  • Display of Layer 1 Info S0-S4.

Interfaces

RJ45 line input for ADSL, G.SHDSL*, POTS*, ISDN*, RJ45 Ethernet (100baseT), USB & serial* interface to PC.

Power

Power supply provided, or from standard rechargeable batteries.

Standard Package

  • Tester including batteries, power adapter, cable set, user guide, carrying case & USB PC interface cable.
  • WINplus PC software for firmware updates & display, printout, storing of automated test reports.

Options

  • DSLAM-SDSL / G.SHDSL interface.
  • SDN & POTS interface.
  • U interface module (2B1Q or 4B3T).
  • BRI NT simulation
  • BRI 128k BERT
  • X.31 test extension.
  • WinAnalyse PC software (D-channel decoding software).
  • Remote Kit: Convenient control of tester using a PC.
  • Serial interface cable (USB cable provided as standard).
  • In car charger.

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