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Tech-X Flex

CaTV | DOCSIS 3.0 | MoCA | IP Video | ADSL/VDSL | Copper

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Tech-X Flex is the field test solution for all telco and cable providers, enabling qualification of the service and troubleshooting of transport and service related issues within the consumer’s home and in the outside plant.

Spirent’s new modular platform has been designed for use in a wide range of applications, equally suited to testing inside the home as for outside plant environments. Its high resolution, touch screen display and powerful processing capability delivers the most advanced test set on the market. Coupled with its ability to push data to almost any external location, Tech-X Flex offers a level of capability normally associated with a PC–not a test set with such a small form factor.

The in-home network is considered one of the last major hurdles service providers will have to overcome to efficiently deliver Triple Play services to the consumer. Previously, the in-home network was the responsibility of the consumer. However, providers have spent billions of dollars on both network and access infrastructure. They now view the in-home network as a potential stumbling block which can mean keeping or losing subscribers. The high penetration of cable TV and satellite services has resulted in ready-to-use network installations of coaxial cabling within the subscriber home. New technologies such as MoCA and HPNA have been developed to operate on these networks and allow high-speed transfer of video between devices within the home.

With new in-home technologies come additional requirements for maintaining and troubleshooting. Tech-X Flex provides a complete set of test features to ensure any problems within the home are diagnosed and resolved in an efficient and timely manner–ensuring ultimate customer satisfaction.

  • Tech-X Flex Cable Services ModuleSpirent’s Cable Services Module allows testing and maintenance of Analog and Digital CATV services with a powerful Spectrum and QAM analyzer and a versatile Signal Level meter.
  • Tech-X Flex Copper Test ModuleSpirent’s wideband copper test module for Tech-X Flex combines a range of functionality normally found in multiple test sets into a single compact module.
  • Tech-X Flex DOCSIS Test ModuleWith Tech-X Flex, the technician can rapidly validate service performance and pin-point the source of all service-affecting issues all via a DOCSIS® connection.
  • Tech-X Flex ADSL/VDSL2 ModuleSpirent’s all in one DSL module provides test capability for ADSL through to VDSL2 services.
  • Tech-X Flex Field Management SystemSpirent’s Field Management System provides an Inventory manager, Test results manager and operational analysis dashboard for the Tech-X Flex.
  • Tech-X Flex MoCA ModuleMoCA, Multimedia over Coax Alliance standard, is an in-home distribution technology which that leverages existing coax cable networks prevalent in over 90% of US homes.
  • Tech-X Flex RF Video ModuleIdentifies digital impairments on 64QAM and 256QAM systems.

Benefits

Tech-X Flex Benefits

  • The only Telco and Cable field tester you'll ever need
  • Technician quickly diagnoses in home service troubles reducing Opex
  • Modular platform future-proofs tester investment reducing further Capex
  • Enhanced technology increases installation and maintenance technician productivity by decreasing ticket repeats increases customer satisfaction
  • Integrates field force operations
  • Provides transport and services testing for Triple Play service!

Features

Tech-X Flex Features

  • Modular platform architecture
  • Ruggedized design meets stringent outside plant requirements
  • Large, color VGA touch-screen display with Extended battery pack performance
  • Back-office integration capability for test results, trouble ticketing and work force systems 
  • Passive Video Monitoring and MoCA or Ethernet
  • Wireless Network identification and connection validation
  • Integral Web browser 
  • IP Testing: Ping, Trace Route, FTP
  • Optional modules include: MoCA, HPNA, RF, Copper, and DSL

Specification

General
  • Dimensions: (H x W x D) 2.00 in. x 4.70 in. x 8.85 in.  (51 mm x 120 mm x 225 mm)
  • Weight: 1.7 lb. (0.77 kg.)
  • Display: Backlit VGA Color Display–640 x 480 pixels
  • Case Material: FR ABS Polycarbonate
  • LED Indicators: Data, Errors, Alarms, and Charge
  • Communications Interfaces: 802.11, USB 2.0 10/100Base-T, 3.5 mm headset jack
  • Test Interfaces: 10/100Base-T (x2)
Battery & Power
  • AC Operations: External AC adaptor/charger (NOTE: Adaptor charges battery while Tech-X Flex is in use)
  • Battery Type: LiON rechargeable
  • Battery Life: 6-8 hours, depending on use
  • Battery Recharge Time: 3-4 hours
Environment
  • Storage Temperature: –20°C to 70°C (–4°F to 158°F)
  • Humidity Tolerance: 0 to 93% RH at +40°C (104°F)
  • Bump: IEC 68-2-29
  • Drop: IEC 68-2-32
  • Vibration: IEC 68-2-6
  • Shock: IEC 68-2-27
  • Water/Dust Ingress: IP52
Ordering Information

Tech-X Flex: With 10/100 Ethernet interface for IP Ping, TraceRoute, DHCP/Static Addressing

Test Options-Base Unit

  • 802.11 (WiFi) Option: 802.11 signal strength, channel usage. IP connectivity-Ping, TraceRoute
  • IP Video Option: IP Video statistics and analysis for both Unicast and Multicast applications
  • Web Browser Option: Capability for viewing web pages across any of the available test interfaces e.g., Ethernet, 802.11, MoCA
  • Dual Ethernet Option: Provides the ability for in-line monitoring of IP Video streams

 

NOTE: All units are shipped standard with a carrying case, charger, leads, battery and an instruction manual. Additional cables and a large carrying case can be ordered as desired.

Documents

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  • Tech-X Flex RF Video Test Module DatasheetSpirent’s RF video module for Tech-X Flex offers a range of features to fully test and analyze both analog and digital RF-based video signals.
  • Tech-X Flex Wideband Copper Test Module DatasheetSpirent’s wideband copper test module for Tech-X Flex combines a range of functionality normally found in multiple test sets into a single compact module.
  • Tech-X Flex T5645 Copper Remote Test Unit DatasheetThe T5645 Copper Remote Unit is a low-cost, multi-function line test set, used for executing far end tests in conjunction with the main Tech-X Flex Copper module.
  • Education & Implementation Services - All Product Lines - DatasheetSpirent Education & Implementation Services help you utilize all of the Spirent product’s rich testing features to their full capability.
  • Support Services - Service Assurance - Tech-X Flex - DatasheetSupport Services for Tech-X Flex deliver key product support services to keep your test instrument running at peak performance.
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White Papers

  • Deploying Enhanced Media Services with MoCAThe challenges and rewards of MoCA deployment for the home network. An Implication paper prepared for SCTE by Spirent.
  • Assess your handheld strategyFive tests to consider before selecting your next handheld.
  • MoCA Testing Application NoteMoCA has taken a commanding lead as the in-home technology of choice for rolling out DVR sharing and other multimedia services. This application paper examines some of the deployment challenges and ways that Service Providers can overcome them.
  • Testing Multiplay Services with Tech-X Flex Application NoteService Providers have a pressing need to protect investments in multiplay networks.
  • Testing Audio/Video Quality in the Home NetworkThe ability to assure the quality of the viewing experience will be one of the key factors that will allow audio/visual Service Providers to attain an advantage.
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