Seeker X

Digital Leakage Management System

Fully frequency-agile connected solution to quickly and accurately find network shielding weaknesses regardless of channel lineup or plant architecture including high-split networks.

The VIAVI Seeker X leakage detector provides the agility to monitor leakage anywhere in a channel lineup, with the sensitivity and speed to accurately detect leaks that other systems miss.

With support for up to 4 concurrent monitoring frequencies from 130-1220 MHz including OFDM support, Seeker X affords operators complete flexibility in defining downstream channel lineups, while providing true full-spectrum leakage detection. High split networks are no problem for Seeker X with OUDP burst detection for 204MHz upstreams.

Seeker X will detect tagged leaks and ignore untagged leaks, saving time from false alarms from signals not originating in your system, including overbuild situations. In addition to legacy Seeker D tag signals, Seeker X detects the revolutionary new digitally tagged carrier to provide unmatched leakage sensitivity and positive leak detection. This allows more thorough and accurate coverage of your plant in driveout testing and much more efficient find and fix processes for techs in the field.

Adaptable to Changes Like High-Split Architectures

High-split architectures are coming, and Seeker X is designed to adapt to these types of network changes with its software-defined radio-based architecture. With full frequency agility and a powerful FPGA capable of OUDP signal detection, todays Seeker X meters can adapt to network changes via software updates, futureproofing your leakage investment.

Transition to distributed access architectures is simplified by virtualized tagging capabilities supported by most major R-PHY, R-MACPHY, and R-CCAP vendors. With this approach, no specialized hardware is required in the hub, and technicians use the same Seeker leakage detectors and work processes regardless of node type.

Seamless Transition from Seeker-D

Seeker X detectors and mobile mounts can be dropped into systems currently using Seeker D's with no change to existing monitoring and find/fix processes. These new Seeker X units can benefit from the increased speed, sensitivity, and OFDM detection on their own, and can monitor two extra tagged frequencies if CT-4 taggers are swapped out for Seeker-D compatible CT-X units.

Regardless of the system architecture or channel lineup, Seeker X provides all the capabilities to find and fix leaks quickly, accurately, and effectively.

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Highlights:

Full-spectrum agility from 130-1220 MHz
Up to 4 concurrent detection frequencies, including DOCSIS3.1/OFDM carrier support
Supports OUDP burst detection for high-split networks
Virtualized tagger support for R-PHY/DAA nodes
Supports new Seeker X digital chirp tag for increased leakage sensitivity and improved positive leak detection
Mobile Tech app connected, StrataSync enabled, XPERTrak integrated
Cost-effective solution backward compatible with existing VIAVI systems

Applications:

Quickly pinpoint shielding weaknesses in the field for ingress remediation
Centralized leak localization and management with GPS-enabled drive test
Contractors can audit construction without need for tagger using OFDM detection

WFS-1 Low-Band Dipole Field Service Antenna (130 to 450 MHz)

Dipole antenna with 50 Ohm impedance for low band (130 to 450 MHz) leakage detection.
WFS-2 Wideband Field Service Antenna (450 to 1220 MHz)

Wideband antenna with 50 ohm impedance for mid to high band (450-1220 MHz MHz) field leakage detection.
AFS-7 Handheld Yagi Antenna - (580 to 640 MHz)

Calibrated directional Yagi antenna with 50 Ohm impedance for high band (612 MHz) leakage detection.
AVM-3 Vehicle Antenna - Magnetic Mount (108 to 160 MHz)

Vertical quarter wave whip antenna with magnetic vehicle mount for low band (108 to 160 MHz) leakage detection. MUST SPECIFIY SINGLE FREQUENCY FROM 108 TO 160 MHZ. USE WITH THE SEEKER D REQUIRES 138 MHZ.
WVM-2 Wideband Vehicle Mount Antenna - Short Pole (250 - 1220 MHz)

Wideband vehicle mount antenna (250-1220MHz) with magnetic mounting suitable for year-round rooftop deployment even in high-wind environments.
NFP-1 Near Field Probe

Passive near field probe with 50 Ohm impedance for leakage detection in the near field at any leakage detection frequency.
CAT5e Ethernet Patch Cable - 10 Foot (Quad-Shielded)

CAT5e Ethernet patch cable (10 foot) quad-shielded with 100 Ohm impedance and RJ-45 Male to Male connectors.
GPS Receiver For Seeker MCA II and MCA III

Garmin GPS Receiver with RS-232 (DB-9) interface for the Seeker MCA II. May be mounted with the included magnetic mount or bolted to a vehicle roof.
Vehicle Power Adapter with USB cable (CL-9)

Vehicle power adapter for the Seeker, Seeker SE, Seeker D, Seeker D Lite, 120 DSP, and 802 AWE. The Vehicle Power Adapter (CL-9) is not needed if using the Seeker or Seeker D Mobile Mounts and the Mobile Mount Power Cable that is included with the Seeker, Seeker SE, Seeker D.
Seeker D Carrying Case

Carrying case for use with the Seeker D when out of the Seeker D Mobile Mount. This form fitted custom carrying case with belt loop includes a carrying strap and features storage for the low band antenna, high band antenna and near field probe.

Application Notes

Holistic Approach to Ingress Management

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Care Support Plans

Product Group	Recommend Plan	Bronze	Silver	Maxcare	Why Calibrate?
Seeker D, Seeker X	MaxCare-5				Frequencies/levels need to be within specifications to guarantee precise and reliable results. Factory standards to ensure accuracy VIAVI Calibrates to TL9000 factory standards to ensure your instrument is certified to measure accurately, as it did when it came off the factory line. Instruments that are out of calibration will produce unreliable measurements and can create false passing or false failing test results that often cause your team repeat work. We maintain, polish and clean all fiber connectors, fix pigtail connections that are internal to the product to ensure all ports stay in good working order and upgrade software / firmware to the latest approved release to enable enhancements. VIAVI Care Plans are the most cost-effective way to plan for calibration with a low, discounted price at the time of instrument purchase, however fixed rate calibration can be purchased at a later date on a separate purchase order. Ensure accurate measurements that meet calibration and service level agreements, ISO and TL standards for network test procedures. Ensure all test transmission signals work properly to avoid issues such as not reaching full line rate testing rate required to validate service bandwidth, speed and quality of service (QoS). Maintain ports and connectors to keep test transmissions working properly and to extend the life of the instrument. For example, if optical connectors and, lasers are bad or electrical/RF interface ports are loose after years of connection cycles, OTDR, TDR, and Radio Frequency measurements will not work properly. When doing construction, installation and activation work that must be certified, all network components typically must be tested with a certified, calibrated instrument to preserve warranty from manufacturer, such as fiber optic cable manufactures. Accurate RF frequencies and optical wavelengths are critical to meet measurement specifications. If using these to validate network elements, power levels, transmission rates, out of specification tools will prevent validation of network elements and signals. Why calibrate this product? Out of specification measurements could cause unnecessary repeat calls customer service issues What are the most common implications of these issues to the business? Uncalibrated tools produce unreliable measurement results that can't be certified to specifications and may violate service level agreements or ISO/TL9000 standards with your customers and their network equipment vendors. QoS certification may be inaccurate and generate a repeat test need. Contractors are often not compensated or could be delisted as an approved service supplier due to incorrect results. Full manufacturer warranty (20-30 years) from cable suppliers (e.g. Corning, CommScope, Belden, ect.) will only be granted if the installation is certified with a calibrated instrument, thus the network owner is motivated to comply with correct installation certification procedures to retain and enforce the warranty on expensive cabling and optical network elements, etc. Common Business impacts include: Lost revenue, customer complaints and increased costs: Most network operators track and audit repeat work done by sub-contractors and often there is a billing dispute in these cases. Contractors with high rates of inaccurate test results are usually hired for less or not at all when not meeting SLA agreements or quality metrics. For Network Operators, repeat service quality issues with customers often causes added cost, customer dissatisfaction and loss of business. Example: Let's look at OTN/SONET/SDH/E1/T1 and various FTTX, DOCIS and xDSL measurements. It is critical to reach full line rate (1G, 10G, 40G, 100G) to test service performance and service error rates. If the uncalibrated tester can not reach full line rate during testing, a customer may be left with suboptimal performance that will quickly create complaints or alternatively, the technician could end up chasing phantom network problems that do not exist. What are the common issues?

VIAVI Care Support

Services	Bronze	Silver	MaxCare
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Technical Assistance	Premium	Premium	Premium
Factory Repair
Priority Service
Self-paced Training
5 Year Battery and Bag Coverage *
Factory Calibration
Accessory Coverage
Express Loaner

* 5-year plans only; if applicable

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Factory Repair

VIAVI Solutions is a single-source supplier for all of your factory and on-site test equipment repair, maintenance, and calibration service needs.

We offer return-to-factory, fixed-rate repair services for all VIAVI test equipment. Fixed-rate repair provides the best turnaround time, streamlining the overall repair process and creating a very predictable and reliable repair experience at the best pricing.

Our technicians ensure that your equipment is functioning properly by completing any maintenance and install enhancements, including engineering change notice updates.

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Factory Calibration

Keeping your equipment in top-running shape with factory or onsite calibration services helps ensure your network will continue to operate at peak performance. A variety of options allow you to manage the logistics of calibrating your equipment, while maximizing your maintenance investment. Performing regular calibration of equipment ensures the accuracy of its measurements. Improper calibration, however can compromise a network and impact services.

Keep your equipment in top-running shape with VIAVI On-site Services that help to ensure your network continues to operate at peak performance. It's the most cost-efficient and effective way to maintain equipment on a timetable that meets your requirements.

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Self-Paced Training

VIAVI offers self-paced technical and product training as a flexible, efficient, and cost-effective training delivery option. Self-paced training offers a flexible training option for small groups of employees or those located remotely or in multiple locations. It’s an ideal training solution for instructing technicians who work in the field and cannot attend on-site classes.

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Priority Service

VIAVI Care Plan Priority Services and Technical Expert Application Center (TAC) Service Levels for Field Portable Instruments used to test fiber, cable TV, xDSL, metro and wireless networks

All customers enjoy Standard Plus support during the product warranty period and can upgrade to Premium TAC by purchasing a VIAVI Care Support Plan.

The hallmark of our test platforms is evolving, modular test features to allow customers to keep pace with advancing communications technologies. The learning process is not just “one and done,” and field teams often have high rates of turnover.

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Battery / Bag Replacement Coverage
Batteries and bags wear out with daily use and charge cycles. To ensure these items don't slow you down, our 5 year plans include a replacement over the life of your 5 year plan.

VIAVI will provide a one-time replacement of bad battery and worn soft bag/glove within the duration of a 5-year SilverCare or MaxCare Support Plan. Replacement will only be replaced when the instrument is returned to VIAVI for repair or calibration service. Hard cases are excluded, and coverage is not applicable for instruments sold without bag/battery.

This coverage is Included in 5 year Silver and MaxCare Plans

Technical Assistance
The VIAVI Technical Support team can assist you in using/configuring products or address issues regarding product performance.

Visit our Technical Assistance section for more information.

MaxCare Accessory Replacement Coverage
Instrument products come with accessory cables and connector tips. To ensure reliable, accurate testing we will cover the replacement of one accessory annually, to ensure good test results.

When an accessory has been determined to be defective or faulty, VIAVI will, at no charge to customer, either repair the accessory or exchange at VIAVI’s discretion. Exchanged accessories may be new or refurbished. All returned accessories become property of VIAVI. The following limitations apply: no more than one accessory may be exchanged per 12 month period; applicable accessories include only those accessories that are considered essential to the operation of the instrument and were shipped with the original purchased product. The Customer is responsible for shipping faulty accessory back to VIAVI when there is a concern or during a calibration or repair service event.

Express Loaner
Now you can schedule calibrations or repairs with no downtime. The Express Loaner Service provides you with a similarly configured piece of equipment before sending yours in for calibration or for that unexpected repair that you need immediately.

VIAVI Care Support for Existing Equipment

FleetCare

FleetCare plans can be customized to include any service entitlements on your fleet of existing equipment. Please fill out a Service Contracts form for a quote.

Any collection instruments with a single coterminous renewal date
Each contract is customized with any number of annual terms required by the customer
Onsite Calibration, Training, Field Application Engineer days can be added

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Seeker X

Digital Leakage Management System

WFS-1 Low-Band Dipole Field Service Antenna (130 to 450 MHz)

WFS-2 Wideband Field Service Antenna (450 to 1220 MHz)

AFS-7 Handheld Yagi Antenna - (580 to 640 MHz)

AVM-3 Vehicle Antenna - Magnetic Mount (108 to 160 MHz)

WVM-2 Wideband Vehicle Mount Antenna - Short Pole (250 - 1220 MHz)

NFP-1 Near Field Probe

CAT5e Ethernet Patch Cable - 10 Foot (Quad-Shielded)

GPS Receiver For Seeker MCA II and MCA III

Vehicle Power Adapter with USB cable (CL-9)