CMA 3000 Product Overview Brochure POB 07 1207 FINAL
CMA 3000 Product Overview Brochure POB 07 1207 FINAL
CMA 3000 Product Overview Brochure POB 07 1207 FINAL
CMA 3000
All-In-One Field Tester for Fixed and Mobile Networks
E1 or E1 in SDH with E1 or E1 in SDH with SS7 (A- E1 or E1 in SDH with E1 with ISDN Signaling
A-bis Signaling interface) Signaling SS7 Signaling
- moving to Ethernet - moving to Ethernet E3/E4/DS3 in SDH
Private switch (PBX)
CS-Core PSTN
GSM/GPRS POTS
GERAN
UMTS UTRAN
Futureproof Design
The modular design provides you with a clear and cost-effective upgrade path. In its basic configuration the CMA 3000 is a
full-featured 2 Mbps line transmission quality tester and analyzer. By adding options the CMA 3000 can test a large number of
interfaces and technologies, including Ethernet up to 10 Gbps, SDH up to STM-64, ATM, E3, E4, V-series, Frame Relay and
the Abis interface of GSM and GPRS networks. Other options turn the CMA 3000 into a very powerful signaling analyzer for
GSM, GPRS/EDGE, SS7 and ISDN protocols.
Finally options allow the instrument to emulate VoIP or ISDN PRI calls.
Easy-to-use Interface
The intuitive user interface, with a large high-contrast color LCD display and easy-to-understand graphical symbols makes it
easy to read and interpret measurement results. Through touch-screen operation you can easily customize measurement setups
to fit your personal needs and work routines. You can store setups for particular applications in the instrument. For quick and
easy distribution of standardized test setups within the organization you can transfer such setups between CMA 3000s. Remote
operation is facilitated through an optional MS Windows® program simulating the instrument's front panel. With another
option the CMA 3000 can be remotely controlled with command line scripts, whereby the instrument turns into a fast and
reliable tool for automated testing in manufacturing environments.
The large memory of the CMA 3000 allows storage of a high number of measurement results. With the powerful and flexible
report generator you can create .pdf files for selected measurement results. With these files you can provide professional
documentation of test results to your customers.
The instrument is powered by rechargeable and replaceable intelligent high-capacity LiIon batteries, providing more than 10
hours of operation between recharges for the instrument in its basic configuration. The CMA 3000 can also be powered via an
external mains adapter for long-term operation.
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Key Features Key Applications
Simultaneous bi-directional monitoring of all supported interfaces Comprehensive out-of-service testing for:
Powerful test of framed Nx64 kbps and unframed 2 Mbps systems Installation
Additional Information
More documentation including detailed specifications on the CMA 3000 and its options are available in electronic form. The
following documents are available:
Basic instrument spec sheet including information on the instruments 2 Mbps testing capabilities
Ethernet options spec sheet including information on the IP channel statistics option, the Service Activation Test option, the Synchronous
Ethernet Test option, the Ethernet Multistream test option, the Ethernet Stacked VLAN test option, the Ethernet MPLS test option and the
Ethernet VoIP test options
10 G interface module spec sheet including information on 10Gbps, 1Gbps, 100Mbps, 10 Mbps Ethernet, the IP channel statistics option,
the Service Activation Test option, the Synchronous Ethernet Test option, the Ethernet Multistream test option, the Ethernet Stacked VLAN
test option, the Ethernet MPLS test option, the Ethernet VoIP test options and the STM-64 test option
SDH options spec sheet including information on SDH testing up to STM-16, the E3 interface test option and on the E4 interface test option
TCM option spec sheet
ATM layer measurements spec sheet
V-Series interfaces spec sheet
Frame Relay testing spec sheet
GSM/GPRS A-bis protocol analysis spec sheet
ISDN protocol analysis spec sheet
ISDN PRI call emulation spec sheet
SS7 protocol analysis spec sheet
FrontSim remote control spec sheet
Remote control (scripting) spec sheet
Please contact your local Anritsu representation for an electronic copy of one or more of these documents.
Or visit the Anritsu Web site at www.anritsu.com.
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2 Mbps Testing
The basic CMA 3000 configuration, with its two 2 Mbps receivers and transmitters, supports framed and unframed testing and
monitoring of 2 Mbps systems. This makes CMA 3000 the ideal instrument for measuring in- and out-of-service transmission
quality.
To speed troubleshooting the CMA 3000 displays alarms and transmission link status on LED indicators. The instrument's two
inputs allow instant monitoring of both sides of a line and comparison of simultaneously recorded results.
In-service
monitoring LTE LTE
Fig. 2 With CMA 3000 you can perform in-service monitoring of a 2 Mbps line. Fig. 3 Fast overview of traffic channel time slots.
The CMA 3000 2 Mbps status monitor is always active, providing essential information on the monitored transmission system,
including:
Line alarms on LED indicators with a trap facility
Display of current input frequency and deviation
Indication of input level
Traffic channel usage
Audio level in a traffic channel
Propagation time monitor
Listen-in on a traffic channel
CMA 3000
Fig. 4 Out of service testing of a 2 Mbps line with the CMA 3000. Fig. 5 The OK/Questionable/not-OK indication.
The Measurement Summary function gives you a rapid overview of a measurement via an „OK/Questionable/not-OK‟
indication. You may also define thresholds for the „OK/not-OK‟ levels. Histograms facilitate the tracing of errors over time.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 basic instrument.
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Ethernet Test Options
When outfitted with the Ethernet interface measurement option, the battery-powered, easy-to-use and portable Anritsu CMA
3000 is a comprehensive solution for testing and measuring LAN communication lines. It‟s easy to configure the CMA 3000
Ethernet options to your requirements. A dual port module is available for testing Ethernet 10/100 interfaces. Or, you can have
a dual-port Ethernet 10/100/1000 test module equipped with electrical and optional optical interface ports. Finally a 10/100
Mbps 1/10G test module is available, as single or dual port at the 10 Gbps rate and dual port at the lower rates.
Tx
Rx Ethernet link
LANLine under test
CMA 3000
Transmitters and receivers permit out-of-service testing for installation, commissioning and Quality of Service (QoS)
verification while a pass-through mode enables in-service monitoring for both fast troubleshooting and detailed analysis of the
live traffic on the line. This makes CMA 3000 the ideal instrument for measuring in- and out-of-service transmission quality.
Fig. 7 The operation of the CMA 3000 is made easy through an intuitive Fig. 8 Statistics are presented in tables and easy to understand graphs.
graphical user interface.
Installation, Commissioning and QoS Verification
For installation, commissioning and QoS verification CMA 3000 provides powerful and flexible traffic generation capabilities,
allowing you to easily test the network under various conditions, including generation of VLAN tagged traffic. Performance
and QoS statistics are presented in tables and graphs facilitating results interpretation. Through preprogrammed thresholds,
CMA 3000 can highlight abnormal conditions on the tested line.
Fig. 9 Intuitive configuration of the RFC 2544 tests Fig. 10 CMA 3000 presents RFC 2544 results in graphs or tabular format
The IETF RFC 2544 “Benchmarking Methodology for Network Interconnect Devices” defines a number of tests to be used for
describing the performance characteristics of these network devices. With the CMA 3000 Ethernet options, testing of
performance parameters, such as throughput and frame loss, latency, packet jitter and burstability, in compliance with RFC
2544 is straightforward. CMA 3000 automates the testing procedure while still allowing you to configure the test to be as
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thorough as needed. To get full information on the performance of both sides of a line or to test asymmetrical links like xDSL
links, the end-to-end test mode allows two CMA 3000 to work together in a master-slave setup whereby the user can control
both units and inspect the results of the test from both units on the master instrument.
Port A Port A
Port B
LANLine under test Port B
Fig. 11 RFC 2544 testing of asymmetrical Ethernet links using two CMA 3000s. Two links can be tested simultaneously
In-service Troubleshooting
For fast troubleshooting the CMA 3000 status monitor provides essential information on the monitored transmission system,
including: Line alarms on LED indicators with a trap facility, display of current line status, electrical cable test facility and
indication of main link performance parameters: Utilization, Throughput and Errored frames.
Fig. 12 Interface status indicators for a quick overview of the line’s condition Fig. 13 The CMA 3000s cable test facility makes it easy to identify failures on
electrical cables like short circuits or breaks of a wire pair. The cable test facility
also indicates the distance from the instrument to the fault.
Detailed In-service analysis
CMA 3000 can analyze live traffic in details by presenting statistics on the main performance indicators for a monitored line.
To facilitate the analysis of data it‟s possible to define threshold values for a number of parameters. CMA 3000 uses the
thresholds to color-highlight results outside the acceptable range. This is also indicated on the LEDs of the instrument.
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The SyncE (ITU-T G.826x) functionality includes detection and generation of G.826x Synchronization Status Messages (SSM)
for verification of the SyncE network. An alarm will indicate if SSMs are not detected. For detailed analysis the instrument
can log SSMs for transfer to a PC via the FrontSim option for decode with Wireshark.
Fig. 14 Comprehensive statistics on SSM QL messages and values Fig. 15 Comprehensive IEEE 1588 v2 statistics on offset and offset
variance, path delay variation, messages and clock state transitions
The IEEE 1588 v2 (PTP) functionality includes the CMA 3000 to act as a master using the internal instrument clock or a GPS
signal (when present) as clock source. Alternatively the instrument can act in slave mode, including choosing the best master
wall clock and constantly adjusting the clock. During a test the user will get comprehensive statistics on IEEE 1588 v2. An
alarm is generated if synchronization messages are not received within a certain time.
MPLS Option
MPLS (Multi Protocol Label Switching) allows efficient routing of traffic in packet based networks. With a CMA 3000
equipped with Ethernet and MPLS the user has a powerful tool for testing with this type of traffic.
Ethernet
Internet
access
line
Fig. 16 Basic VoIP connectivity is verified by calling another party using the CMA 3000’s VoIP functionality.
For VoIP testing the instrument can establish a call and answer incoming calls. By connecting an analogue telephone to the
CMA 3000 the user can make a conversation with the called/calling party. Statistics collected during the call will inform the
user on the performance of the communication line used for the call. Based on this an add-on option can present voice quality
information in terms of Mean Opinion Score (MOS) and R-factor values for one call at the time.
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To make a realistic test case the instrument can generate or receive up to 8 calls simultaneously. These calls can be made on
one or both test ports in the Ethernet option. If the instrument is also equipped with the Ethernet Multistream option, each of
the 8 calls can be assigned to a stream, f.inst. allowing individual configuration of priority for the calls.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheets for detailed information on the CMA 3000 Ethernet options,
the IP channel statistics option, the Ethernet Multistream option, the Synchronous Ethernet Test
option, the Ethernet Stacked VLAN test option, the Ethernet MPLS test option and the VoIP options.
SDH SDH
SDH
Fig. 17 The dual receive capability on SDH interfaces makes the CMA 3000 ideal for in-service analysis of SDH systems.
The intuitive user interface allows you to easily read and interpret important information from the SDH signal. For fast
troubleshooting, the CMA 3000 displays alarms and transmission link status on LED indicators. In addition, the trouble scan
feature provides a fast approach to examining the SDH signal for major problems. CMA 3000 automatically configures to the
received SDH signal, eliminating lengthy instrument setup. The powerful 2 Mbps analysis capabilities of the basic CMA 3000
enables you to analyze a demultiplexed 2 Mbps signal embedded in an SDH signal.
Fig. 18: The CMA 3000 gives you a quick overview of errors and alarms of both Fig. 19: The tributary scan feature gives you a quick overview of the tributaries
sides of the SDH line. of the monitored line with color identification of problems.
Speeds SDH Troubleshooting
The CMA 3000 status monitor allows you to speed troubleshooting, as the status monitor is always active providing essential
information on the monitored transmission system. In-depth trouble analysis can be done using the instruments pointer
movement graph. A special test feature provides easy testing of APS (Automatic Protective Switching) to allow identification
of maximum switchover time during the test. Should the result be above the user-defined threshold you will receive an
indication of the problem. For monitoring purposes you may connect the CMA 3000 using optical splitters or special test
interfaces. If neither is available, you can use the CMA 3000 through-mode to access the signal.
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Fig. 20 The pointer graph allows a detailed analysis of pointer movements in the Fig. 21 The dedicated APS test application makes it easy to find the maximum
monitored SDH signal. APS switchover time.
Out-of-service or In-service SDH Statistics
For installing/commissioning and out-of-service troubleshooting of SDH lines the CMA 3000 provides powerful statistical
measurements for Bit Error Rate (BER) testing. Statistics are also available for in-service analysis of the transmission-error
performance of a line together with information on pointer operations. G.826, G.828, G.829 or M.2100 error-performance
parameters are calculated for the measurement. The result is highlighted in easy-to-understand color indications. During
installation/commissioning and stress testing of network elements you can control the signal transmitted by the CMA 3000.
When generating an SDH signal the instrument provides you with great flexibility for injecting errors, alarms, pointer
operations and overhead byte changes into the transmitted signal. In addition, you can deviate the frequency of the transmitted
signal from nominal to test a receiver‟s ability to handle signals that are out of specifications.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the STM-1/-4/-16 , E4 and E3
options and to the 10 G interface module spec sheet for detailed information on STM-64.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 TCM test option.
E4 Test Option
A CMA 3000 equipped with an SDH option can get an E4 option added for testing with E4 streams. The E4 signal can also be
mapped into the SDH signal. Installing/commissioning and out-of-service troubleshooting of E4 lines is supported in the CMA
3000 by statistical measurements for Bit Error Rate (BER) testing. Statistics are also available for in-service analysis of the
transmission-error performance of an E4 line and G.826 or M.2100 error-performance parameters are presented.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 SDH, E4 and E3
options.
E1 or E3 LTE LTE
E1 or E3 LTE LTE
CMA 3000
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E3 Test Option
The CMA 3000 can be equipped with an E3 option for testing with 34 Mbps and unframed 45 Mbps streams. If the E3 option
is installed together with the SDH option, the 34/45 Mbps signal can be mapped into the SDH signal. If the SDH option is not
installed, installation of the E3 option makes the CMA 3000 a powerful tool for testing at 34 Mbps, 45 Mbps and 2 Mbps rates.
Installing/commissioning and out-of-service troubleshooting of E3 lines is supported in the CMA 3000 by statistical
measurements for Bit Error Rate (BER) testing. Statistics are also available for in-service analysis of the transmission-error
performance of a 34 Mbps line and G.826 or M.2100 error-performance parameters are presented.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 SDH, E4 and E3
options.
Fig. 23 The bi-directional monitoring capability of the CMA 3000 makes it ideal for in-service troubleshooting of ATM connections.
The CMA 3000 status monitor allows quick troubleshooting, as it is always active providing essential information on the
monitored transmission system and ATM traffic on top of that. Through bidirectional monitoring the user can quickly verify
that both sides of the ATM connection are working properly. The ATM scan facility in the CMA 3000 gives a quick overview
of the active virtual channels in the monitored ATM traffic. Up to 150 channels can be identified.
Fig. 24 The CMA 3000 gives you a quick overview of errors and alarms of both Fig. 25 The user can quickly get an overview of the active virtual channels in the
sides of the ATM connection. monitored ATM traffic through the ATM scan facility in the CMA 3000.
Statistics are also available for in-service analysis of up to 30 ATM channels, identified by their VP/VC identifiers (VPI/VCI).
The user can compare one selected parameter for all channels or see all parameters for one channel. The parameters include
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User cells, User Congestion cells, OAM cells and Resource Management cells. A number of traffic descriptor parameters are
also measured: Peak Cell Rate (PCR), Sustainable Cell Rate (SCR), Minimum Cell Rate (MCR), Maximum Burst Size (MBS)
and Cell Delay Variation Tolerance (CDVT).
The instrument can monitor status and synchronization cells for 2 Mbps lines running IMA (Inverse Multiplexing for ATM).
Hereby it is easy for the user to check the status of the 2 Mbps lines that are used in the IMA connection.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 ATM options.
The Easy Way to Test V-series Interfaces – V-series Interface Test Option
When equipped with the V-series interface measurement option, the portable, easy-to-use and compact CMA 3000 offers test
and measurement of legacy V-series data transmission lines, in addition to the full-featured 2 Mbps transmission testing
provided by the basic instrument. The supported interfaces are: RS-232C/V.24, X.21/V.11, V.35, RS-449/V.36 and RS-530.
Key applications of the V-series test interface option are: Installation testing, rapid in-service diagnostics and troubleshooting,
transmission line performance analysis, mux/demux testing and drop-and-insert to other equipment for further analysis. In
order to test the data interfaces on a transmission line you may set up the CMA 3000 as a DTE. You may also configure the
CMA 3000 as a DCE to test the terminal equipment. The dual-receive setting for the V-series data interfaces allows you to
monitor the control circuits on the line. This makes CMA 3000 the ideal solution for both in-service and out-of-service
transmission measurements.
CMA 3000 supports basic BER testing for installation, commissioning and stability tests. The performance of the system under
test is evaluated on the basis of BER measurements, with a loop-back at the far end of the tested line. The graphical histogram
presentation provides an overview of a long measurement and makes it easy to identify error periods.
Mux/Demux Testing
You can use the CMA 3000 for comprehensive testing of multiplexers and demultiplexers that insert and extract data lines to
and from 2 Mbps systems. BER testing is used for evaluating the performance of the network element under test with the CMA
3000 connected to both the data line and the 2 Mbps side of the network element.
Propagation Time
Propagation time can be measured when the CMA 3000 transmits a PRBS and the pattern is looped back to the instrument.
This enables you to verify that delays introduced by network equipment and transmission lines are below specified limits.
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Control Circuit Monitoring and Analysis
For analysis of handshake problems, CMA 3000 can monitor the control circuits on a line. The instrument‟s LEDs present the
current status of the most important control circuits. Current status of all relevant control circuits can be inspected on the color
display. For easy examination of timing relations, you can log changes in the control circuit states on the line. When the
instrument is in DTE or DCE mode you can define the state of the control circuits output from the instrument.
Fig. 28 In-service monitoring of V-series interfaces with the CMA 3000. Fig. 29 Detailed information on control circuits is visualized on the display.
Drop-and-insert Testing
For testing with external equipment, the CMA 3000 field tester can drop and insert signals between its 2 Mbps interfaces and a
selected data interface. Two modes are available:
A normal drop-and-insert mode for testing applications
A dual-drop mode for monitoring applications
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 V-series interface
test option.
Rapid Turn up of Frame Relay Lines with the Frame Relay Option!
When outfitted with the frame relay test option, the battery-powered Anritsu CMA 3000 is an easy-to-use, portable field test
instrument for the installation, operation and maintenance of frame relay services on 2 Mbps and V-series interface lines. The
frame relay option provides you with powerful tools for turn up of frame relay lines through the simulation of frame relay data
packets with user-defined characteristics. The measurement facilities gives you essential information on the line quality. For
in-service analysis and troubleshooting, you have access to extensive frame relay statistics. Using the the CMA 3000 frame
relay channel scan feature you can quickly identify multi-time slot frame relay channels.
CMA 3000 derives network information from the Full Status reports and displays it, allowing you to inspect the network
parameters. The CMA 3000 also analyzes the LMI Status messages on the monitored line displaying the results in such way
that you can check if the basic surveillance of the frame relay connection works properly.
With the frame relay emulation capability that supports DLCI tests emulation with user-defined setup parameters you can test
the frame relay connection for a selected DLCI. These tests allow you to test end-to- end connectivity as well as the network's
ability to handle various frames lengths, frame contents and output utilizations.
Bit Error Rate Testing is carried out with a user-defined test pattern in the payload. If required, the emulation testing inserts
frame numbering into the test frames in order to determine if frames have been lost. This test can be conducted with or without
LMI emulation in the background.
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Fig. 30 Frame relay LMI information with LMI counts and sequence numbers for Fig. 31 Ping test of connectivity and delay.
both sides of a frame relay line and status for up to 50 DLCIs.
PING Test and InARP
The CMA 3000 can perform a "PING" test, send a proper response to received "PING" patterns and then measure the round-
trip delay. It‟s possible to perform this test with or without LMI emulation in the background. If the IP address of the
destination node is unknown, CMA 3000 can send out an InARP IP address request.
Fig. 32 Extensive statistics provides overview of the traffic during frame relay Fig. 33 The CMA 3000 monitors a large number of parameters for up to 50
emulation. DLCIs simultaneously.
CIR Test
The Committed Information Ratio (CIR) is agreed between the customer and the frame relay network operator. The CIR
establishes the data rate that the network operator commits to transport through the network. It‟s therefore vital to verify the
CIR of a frame relay circuit. The CMA 3000 includes an automatic test of the CIR. The instrument will also estimate the CIR
value for the monitored DLCIs when measuring live frame relay traffic.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 Frame Relay
option.
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KEY APPLICATIONS
Installation testing
Rapid in-service diagnostics and troubleshooting
Signaling analysis and troubleshooting
Identification of frame relay channels on the Gb interface
Traffic channel usage
Listen in on a traffic channel
GSM radio quality parameters
Key features of the GSM/GPRS Abis protocol decode options includes in-depth analysis of GSM/DCS 1800 Abis, GPRS Abis
and GPRS/EDGE Gb signaling. Also supported are signaling channel traffic statistics, traffic channel overview and decode of
GSM voice encodings. You can automatically configure the CMA 3000 to the monitored 2 Mbps line, including identification
of signaling channels. When equipped with SDH interface options you can also analyze GSM/GPRS Abis and Gb interfaces on
2 Mbps lines embedded in SDH signals.
Fig. 35 Graphical presentation of GSM Abis interface Fig. 36 The result list display of GPRS Abis signaling messages with both PCU
MEASUREMENT_RESULT message information. frames (marked with PCU) and assembled LLC level messages (marked with a
green envelope).
Protocol Analysis
During installation or troubleshooting CMA 3000 provides valuable and detailed information on the signaling by collecting
signaling messages from the GSM/GPRS Abis interface and the Gb interface. For GPRS Abis the instrument captures and
presents the basic PCUs and the assembled messages at the LLC layer on the GPRS Abis interface. For unencrypted messages
all layers of signaling messages (GMM/SM or SMS) are decoded. This allows you to make a detailed analysis of the signaling
problems in the network.
The CMA 3000 presents the recorded information in different ways: The Result List gives a one-line indication of each
message for a rapid overview of the signaling information. This makes it simple to identify the input on which the message
was detected, and subsequently you can easily detect message sequences.
The result list presentation can be expanded to show relevant parts of the messages, making it easy to identify the information
carried. The contents of a message can also be shown, either presenting the main information elements or all parts of the
signaling message and the hexadecimal values for detailed inspection and analysis.
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Figure 37 The Result List overview presentation of Gb interface Figure 38 The detailed contents of an unencrypted Gb interface signaling message.
messages.
Signaling Statistics
The CMA 3000's signaling statistics provide data on the total traffic load and the quality of the signaling link. For network
optimization the GSM Abis Layer 3 and DTAP message type statistics opens many possibilities to the user. Call completion
can be examined by comparing the count of SETUP messages on one side of the line with CONNECT messages on the other
side of the line. Release cause statistics are also available for the Abis protocols.
On GPRS Abis the load of various PCU frame types can be examined. And for unencrypted messages on the GPRS Abis and
on the Gb interface Layer 3 statistics can provide information like attach request counts together with information on attach
complete.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 GSM/GPRS A-bis
options.
Key applications of the ISDN protocol functionality option include Installation testing, rapid in-service diagnostics and
troubleshooting, signaling-link performance and load, protocol analysis and troubleshooting plus signaling-message sequence
and call completion analysis.
Measurement functions include supervision of the 2 Mbps line and audio access to the traffic channels, as well as line-status
and performance measurement. The CMA 3000 transmitter generates test signals for commissioning tests of 2 Mbps PCM
systems. The transmitter also allows drop-and-insert testing for in-service measurement of transmission quality.
Protocol Analysis
During installation or troubleshooting, the CMA 3000‟s event log provides you with valuable detailed information on the
signaling by collecting signaling messages from the connected 2 Mbps line. All layers of the protocol are decoded completely
into text (ISDN, V5.x) or mnemonics. The mnemonics can be translated into plain language, and the use and possible values of
the field are explained.
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Fig. 39 A Result List presentation of ISDN signaling. Fig. 40 Detailed presentation of the message contents
The CMA 3000 presents the recorded information in different ways: The Result List gives a one-line indication of each
message for a rapid overview of the signaling information. This makes it simple to identify the input on which the message
was detected. Intuitive color indications highlight messages that could not be correctly decoded. With the search facility you
can easily find such messages. The Result List overview presentation may be expanded to contain a couple of lines per
message, stating the most important information in the message. The contents of a message can also be shown, either
presenting the main information elements or all parts of the signaling message and the hexadecimal values for detailed
inspection and analysis.
Messages are stored in the CMA 3000‟s memory and can be examined during or after the measurement. Filters can be applied
to select the most essential information for storage and display. For ISDN protocols, you may set the filter to display only
SETUP messages, providing a quick overview of calls on the line. It‟s easy to import the Call Reference parameter value to
display filters, making the extraction of ISDN messages that belong to the same call a very simple task.
Signaling Statistics
The CMA 3000‟s signaling statistics provide data on the total traffic load and the quality of the signaling link. For examination
of the Layer 2 traffic load on the signaling link, CMA 3000 displays traffic information split into Supervisory (S), Unnumbered
(U) and Information frames (I/UI). The ISDN Layer 3 message type statistics provides you with numerous network-
optimization opportunities. Call completion can be examined by comparing SETUP messages count on one side of the line
with CONNect messages on the other side. Traffic channel load is clearly displayed in a histogram presentation of SETUP
message counts. Release cause statistics are also available for the ISDN protocols.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 ISDN protocol
analysis options.
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ISDN line Public Switched ISDN line
Telephone Network
(PSTN)
CMA 3000 Far-end loop-back f.inst. made
with a second CMA 3000
Fig. 41 ISDN call emulation with the CMA 3000.
Call Emulation
The call emulation function permits the user to setup or answer ISDN calls. The user has numerous call setup options which
are all easily configured in the call setup display. The number to be called can either be entered on the instrument itself or the
optional telephone set. To load an ISDN PRI connection, up to 30 calls can be active at the same time.
Fig. 42 The status of the emulator will be presented to the user on the Emulator Fig. 43 During and after the channel test the status of the test and the results for
Control page. Calls are activated and answered in the same display. the individual channels are displayed in the ISDN channel test status display.
The user has several options for testing an established connection; a conversation with the called party can be carried out on
the optional telephone set or by performing a BER test. The BER test can be made with either a far-end loopback or by
applying a self-call test. In this case the instrument makes a call to itself using two B-channels. The user can initiate repeated
call setups to a set of telephone numbers with the call generator feature, which generates up to 8 concurrent calls. The
number(s) called may be those entered into the phone list of the instrument or one entered when the call generator is started.
An automated BER test of each of the traffic channels of an ISDN line can be initiated with the ISDN channel test feature.
Hereby all B-channels of the line are easily tested for availability and error performance.
Applications of the SS7 protocol options include installation testing, rapid in-service diagnostics and troubleshooting,
signaling-link performance and load measurements, protocol analysis and troubleshooting plus signaling-message sequence
and call completion analysis.
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Signaling
analysis
Fig. 44 Bidirectional monitoring of SS7 signaling for protocol analysis with the CMA 3000.
Protocol Analysis
During installation or troubleshooting, the CMA 3000‟s event log provides valuable, detailed information on the signaling by
collecting SS7 signaling messages from the connected links. All layers of the protocol are decoded completely into mnemonics.
The mnemonics can be translated to plain language and the use and possible values of the field are explained.
The CMA 3000 presents the recorded information in different ways: The Result List gives a one-line indication of each
message, providing a quick overview of the signaling information. Intuitive color indications highlight messages that could not
be correctly decoded. A search facility makes it easy to find such messages. The Result List overview presentation may be
expanded to provide the most important information in the message. The contents of a message can also be shown, either
presenting the main information elements or with information on all parts of the signaling message and the hexadecimal values
for detailed inspection and analysis. Messages are stored in the CMA 3000‟s memory and can be examined during or after the
measurement. Filters can be applied to select the most essential information for storage and display.
Fig. 45 The Result List presentation of SS7 signaling. Fig. 46 The detailed presentation of the contents of a SS7 message.
Signaling Statistics
The CMA 3000‟s signaling statistics provide data on total traffic load and the quality of the signaling link. The instrument can
provide information on the SS7 User Parts divided by the SIO value. The SS7 ISUP message statistics open up a vast range of
opportunities for network optimization. Call completion in ISUP protocols can be analysed by comparing counts of IAMs on
one side of the line with answer messages (ANM) on the other. Release cause statistics are available for ISUP protocols.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 SS7 protocol
functionality options.
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Remote Access of the CMA 3000 with FrontSim
For several applications it is relevant to access the instrument remotely. These applications include:
Remote operation of the instrument
Long-term surveillance
Multi-site surveillance
Display of screens through a projector
Documentation and training
These applications are easily achieved by running the FrontSim software option on a PC and the CMA 3000. The FrontSim
program presents the screens and alarm indicator LEDS of a remote CMA 3000 on a PC. Likewise mouse-clicks on the PC are
transferred to the remote instrument. This allows you to operate the CMA 3000 instrument and view results on a PC exactly as
had you been working on the instrument itself, only requirement is that both the PC and the CMA 3000 are connected to a
LAN or to the Internet. Furthermore measurement result reports and instrument configuration files can be transferred via
FrontSim. Finally upgrade of the instrument SW can be made remotely via FrontSim.
Local Area
Network or
Internet
Fig. 47 The connection list provides easy access to instruments located Fig. 48 In compact mode several FrontSim sessions can be monitored
remotely. simultaneously on the PC screen.
It‟s possible to open several different FrontSim applications on one PC. This enables you to simultaneously check the results of
a number of CMA 3000 instruments from one PC.
With the FrontSim application you can define a list of connections to remote instruments, specifying a connection name and
the IP address of each instrument. This is useful when the CMA 3000 instruments have designated fixed IP addresses, making
it very easy to access the instruments by simply selecting from the list shown on your PC.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 Remote access
option.
Please refer to the dedicated spec sheet for detailed information on the CMA 3000 Remote Control -
Scripting option.
Please refer to the CMA 3000 ordering guide for information on ordering codes and how to configure
the the CMA 3000.
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