The Acterna FST-2310 TestPad is a modular, handheld test set designed for provisioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining telecommunication networks. Operating within the TestPad 2000 architecture, it supports comprehensive multi-rate and multi-service testing from DS0 to OC-48 rates, including SONET/SDH, ATM, and copper/voice-frequency circuits in a rugged, battery-powered form factor.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesDual PCMCIA slots, handset port, built-in microphone, and speaker
DisplayTouch-screen graphical user interface (GUI)

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyBattery-powered and AC adapter capable
Dimensions (W×H×D)190 x 76 x 292 mm (with TestPad 2000 mainframe)

Optical & Electrical Interfaces

ParameterValue
Supported Optical & Electrical RatesMulti-rate transmission from DS0 to OC-12

Service & Protocol Testing

ParameterValue
Supported ServicesATM, GR-303, ISDN, signaling, voice frequency (VF), and digital data service (DDS)

Payload Mapping & Framing

ParameterValue
SONET Overhead ControlAbility to manipulate bytes in the SONET overhead

Testing Modes

ParameterValue
Operation ModesMultiple modes to terminate and monitor circuits from various network access points

System & Mainframe

ParameterValue
System ArchitectureModular TestPad 2000 architecture

Connectivity & Control

ParameterValue
Emulation ModesVT100 emulation
Remote Control CapabilitiesRemote control functionality using the GUI of the module

User Interface & Usability

ParameterValue
Automation FeaturesAuto configuration and application-driven icons

Physical & Power Specifications

ParameterValue
Physical DesignRugged, lightweight, field-optimized construction

Compliance & Safety

ParameterValue
Laser SafetyClass 1 Laser Product (FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11)

Optical Interfaces

ParameterValue
Optical Transmitter Wavelengths1310 nm, 1550 nm, or 1310/1550 nm dual (option dependent)
Optical Connector TypesInterchangeable FC, SC, and ST adapters

Test & Measurement Capabilities

ParameterValue
Error InsertionSingle, continuous rate from 1E-3 to 1E-9, or user-defined burst
Performance Analysis StandardsITU-T G.821, G.826, M.2100, M.2101

System & Storage

ParameterValue
Storage MediaPCMCIA Type II card slots

Technology

SONET / SDH / ATM

Applications

Telecommunications Network Installation, Provisioning, and Maintenance

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