Atec Wavetek-SDA-5000-5500-5510 - Manual

The Stealth Digital Analyzer (SDA) product
family offers a true "One Box" solution for
HFC network testing and deployment of digi-
tal video, data, and traditional analog services.
While preserving the rugged design and
industry standard RF sweep technique of its
Stealth Sweep System predecessor, the SDA
series now adds test features to qualify the
network for today’s high growth subscriber
services. "Find and Fix" tools are included
that reduce technician time for the most labor
intensive maintenance and troubleshooting
assignments, like tracking down reverse
ingress, optical node alignment, proof-of-per-
formance testing, and return path alignment.
For these demands, the SDA provides
advanced QAM analysis (optional), a power-
ful 5 to 1,000 MHz spectrum display with
cable modem analysis (Zero Span),
PathTrak™ Field View, and full forward and
reverse sweep capability. And with the versa-
tile combination of standard and optional
features, the SDA can be customized for both
the cable operator’s network technology level
and budget. Why Sweep is the
Right Solution
The majority of all transmission
errors (including digital) are found
by measuring the frequency
response of the network. Every physical error
in the network that influences the transmitted
signals will be revealed in the sweep trace.
This means the sweep results are independent
of transmission methods and formats.
The goal is to transmit all signals with the best
noise specifications and the lowest intermodula-
tion distortion. Sweep is the most effective and
efficient tool to show the best compromise
between the two. In other words, sweep helps
technicians setup the right gain versus frequency.
Normalized Sweep
To ensure that network specifications are
maintained, starting from the headend to the
subscriber, each section of the network has its
own set of specifications. A normalized sweep
divides the network into easily managed sec-
tions. Each of these network sections, with its
own set of specifications and quality require-
ments, can be designated to an individual
team or contractor.
SDA-5000
Stealth Digital Analyzer
• Digital ready, non-interfering,
continuously referenced sweep
• Forward and reverse sweep in
one hand-held instrument
• Optional QAM view provides com-
plete analysis of digital TV and
forward cable modem signals
> Pre/Post FEC BER
> MER
> Constellation
> Exclusive "Ingress Under the
Carrier"
• Fast, sensitive spectrum analyzer
• Cable modem analysis using
Zero Span mode provides
accurate, in-service, power, and
C/N measurements
• PathTrak Field View option
quickly pinpoints Return Path
Noise / Ingress
• Automated, 24-hour Proof-of-
Performance according to FCC
and CENELEC standards
• International language
• Rugged, weather-resistant, and
lightweight