The DSAM-6300 combines the JDSU patented Stealth Sweep™ technology with the
best in class combination of full DOCSIS 3.0 testing, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal
Level Meter and QAM analyzer
The Acterna DSAM is a high-speed data installer meter that increases the
number of cable modem installs per day. Using exclusive digital signal
processing and integrated DOCSIS/EuroDOCSIS chipset technology, the meter
communicates with the network CMTS to verify suitable conditions for cable modem
installation from the subscriber's location. The DSAM is also equipped with
signal level meter capabilities, including spectrum scanning for ingress
assessment and mini-scan analysis of up to twelve analog and/or digital
channels. The meter's AutoTest capability makes installations easier and more
reliabe than ever before.
The new DSAM DOCSIS 3.0 models provide the best in class combination of full
DOCSIS 3.0 testing combined with a powerful Signal Level Meter and QAM
analyzer.
| Analog and Digital Carrier Level
Verification |
Analog video and audio power levels |
X |
| Digital power level |
X |
| Tilt (1 to 12 channels) |
X |
| Mini-scan (1 to 12 channels) |
X |
| Full-scan (1 to 999 channels) |
X |
| Analog carrier-to-noise |
X |
| Hum |
X |
| SmartScan™ |
X |
| Spectrum Analyzer with Auto Pre-Amp |
X |
| Digital Carrier Quality (QAM
Carriers) |
MER/EVM measurements |
X |
| Pre- and post-FEC BER (64, 128, 256) |
X |
| BER for Deep Interleave (128,4 or 128,5) |
X |
| Constellation (64, 128, 256) |
X |
| Digital Quality Index™ (DQI) |
X |
| AGC Stress |
X |
| Errored/severely errored seconds |
X |
| QAM Ingress |
X |
| Upstream Physical Verification |
Return Loopback (requires QAM Ingress Option) |
X |
| Local upstream spectrum for ingress check |
X |
| Return QAM Generator |
X |
| Spectrum Analyzer w/Auto Pre-Amp |
X |
| Field View of the PathTrak Return Spectrum |
Option |
| DOCSIS®/ EuroDocsis™ Testing |
DOCSIS 2.0/1.1/1.0 testing 1 Downstream x 1
Upstream |
X |
| DOCSIS 3.0 Bonded Carrier testing 8 Downstream x 4
Upstream |
SWOption |
| Downstream MER/EVM, Pre- and Post-FEC BER |
X |
| Dynamic DOCSIS Range and Registration |
X |
| Cable modem configuration file verification |
X |
| Upstream channel selection |
X |
| Upstream transmit level and headroom |
X |
| Cable modem and CPE MAC cloning |
X |
| CableLabs® issued certificates |
X |
| DOCSIS/ EuroDocsis Service Tests |
Packet Loss |
X |
| Throughput - Upstream and Downstream (Up to DOCSIS
3.0 rates) |
X |
| Ping |
X |
| VoIPCheck - Voice over IP testing (MOS, Packet
Loss, Jitter,Delay) |
Option |
| Basic Ethernet Testing |
Throughput - (DOCSIS 2.0 rates) |
X |
| Packet Loss |
X |
| Ping |
X |
| View CM diagnostics page |
X |
| Gigabit Ethernet Testing |
Throughput - (DOCSIS 3.0 rates) |
Option |
| Packet Loss |
Option |
| Ping |
Option |
| Gig-E testing - DOCSIS 3.0 Support up to 400 Mb/s
down |
Option |
| RF Network Verification |
Forward Sweepless Sweep |
X |
| Reverse Alignment |
X |
| Forward (Downstream) Sweep |
Option |
| Reverse (Upstream) Sweep |
Option |
| Return Loopback (requires QAM Ingress Option) |
X |
| HFC Network Verification |
Scheduled Autotest |
X |
| Proof Test |
X |
| Home Network Verification |
IP Tests via 10/100/1000 Ethernet jack |
X |
| Ingress Resistance Test (IRT) |
X |
| Fault Location using FDR feature in LST-1700
remote transmitter |
X |
| Test Point Compensation |
X |
| Autotest |
Home Certification |
Option |
| Video Autotest |
X |
| Cable Modem Autotest |
X |
| Combination Autotest (Video and Cable Modem) |
X |
| Proof of Performance (Scheduled autotest) |
X |
| Web Browser |
Option |
| Miscellaneous |
RF or Ethernet synchronization with TPP |
X |
| Secure Sync™ - RF Synchronization through
firewalls |
X |
