Overview
The VeEX BX100A+ is an ADSL Network Tester Firmware 5.0.23 designed for broadband service provisioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting. It helps evaluate the quality of service of ADSL services, identify faults, validate and optimize adsl links.
Features
- ADSL2+ mode with Annex A and T1.413
- Firmware upgradeable via built-in USB port or file download to a PC
- In-built Digital Multi Meter (DMM) and Spectrum Analyzer
- User manager features for creating, deleting, and saving user profiles
- Local and remote loopbacks to isolate faults
- Inbuilt ADSL Modem for quick connection avoidance for testing purposes
Specifications
- Data Rate - Up to 24 Mbps downstream and 1.5 Mbps upstream
- DSL compatibility - ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+
- Operating Temperature Range - 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
- DMM Range - Voltage up to 240V; Resistance up to 20MΩ
- Spectrum Analyzer - 12 bands from 25kHz to 1.1MHz
- Battery - Lithium Ion, 2100mAh, 7.8V DC, removable/rechargeable lasting for approximately 8 Hours
Technologies
The VeEX BX100A+ (Annex A TI) ADSL Network Tester Firmware 5.0.23 top-level design is based on Texas Instrument's C67 DSP and an industrial-strength PPC journal file system using the services of the MQX RTOS.
Known Issues & Troubleshooting
One known issue with the device is that it may require a firmware upgrade process after purchase, as some features will do no function unless the firmware is updated. A firmware file can be downloaded from the VeEX website for upgrading firmware through the device's built-in USB port or by connecting to a PC.
Before running the test for ADSL Service Quality testing on the device, the device should sync to a qualified DSL network. Connect one end of the provided RJ11 cable connected to the test interface, and connect the other end to the ADSL splitter. After connecting, perform a sync test and continue with testing involved.
Driver
VeEX continually develops drivers for their testers and the VeEX BX100A is no exemption. The device may be connected with a USB to the PC while manual installation of drivers downloaded from the VeEX website is done manually afterward.