The VeEX CX310 is a lightweight, ultraportable meter equipped with DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem. It supports true OFDM analysis and VeTest throughput measurements. Key SLM features include single-channel, full system scan, tilt and ingress scan.
For the next few years, service providers will be upgrading their HFC networks to offer ultra-high-speed broadband services using DOCSIS 3.1. To help overcome the technical hurdles while not straining capital budgets, VeEX has introduced CX310, a compact meter suitable for installation technicians.
Key features include: True DOCSIS 3.1/32x8 cable modem; supports OFDM measurements; VeTest throughput; supports the home installation process (HIP) auto test, enabling home certification conformance testing.
Platform highlights include: intuitive representation of measurements with test graphics; high-resolution colour touchscreen viewable in any lighting condition fitted with protective cover; robust, handheld chassis packed with powerful and flexible features for demanding environments and test conditions; Ethernet port and connections for back office applications, workforce management and triple play service verification; fast and efficient test result transfer to USB memory stick; WiFi Wiz with InSSider analysis; digital fibre inspection scope USB accessory; OPX-BOX+ OTDR USB accessory; greater battery autonomy provided in standby mode.
Weighing about 1 kg, the meter is optimised for all technicians installing and maintaining DOCSIS 3.1/3.0 CATV networks.
Users can maintain instrument software, manage test configurations, process measurement results and generate customer test reports with included PC software. Field testing time can be extended using interchangeable Li-ion battery packs.