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.
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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.

BTR 2021 - 4 Diamond Award

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.

Learn more about Signal Leakage.


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.

  • VIAVI Care Support

    * 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.

    Find out more about our Factory Repair Services

    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.

    Find out more about our Calibration Services

    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.

    Find out more about our Training Services

    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.

    Find out more about our Priority Services

    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

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    FleetCare

    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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