Crocus CNV

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Subject Crocus CNV

Manual type USER and REFERENCE MANUAL

Version 1.5

Code 500866

Modification date 23 October 2007 ©OneAccess

Copyright notice
The information and descriptions contained in this publication are the property of OneAccess. Such
information and descriptions must not be copied or reproduced by any means, or disseminated or
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This publication could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors, for which OneAccess never
can or shall be held liable. Changes are made periodically to the information herein; these changes will
be incorporated in new editions of this publication. OneAccess may make improvements and/or changes
in the product(s) described in this publication at any time, without prior notice.

Safety requirements
Carefully read the safety instructions at the beginning of Chapter 2 - Installing and connecting the Crocus
CNV, page 8.

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Statements

http://www.oneaccess-net.com/telindus Æ Products Æ Choose a product Æ Downloads Æ Certificates

Hereby, ONEACCESS declares that this Crocus CNV is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Bij deze verklaart ONEACCESS dat deze Crocus CNV in overeenstemming is met de essentiële
vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

Par la présente, ONEACCESS déclare que ce Crocus CNV est en conformité avec les exigences
essentielles et autres articles applicables de la Directive 1999/5/EC.

Hiermit, ONEACCESS erklärt daß dieser Crocus CNV ist in Fügsamkeit mit den wesentlichen
Anforderungen und anderen relevanten Bereitstellungen von Direktive 1999/5/EC.

Mediante la presente, ONEACCESS declara que el Crocus CNV cumple con los requisitos esenciales y
las demás prescripciones relevantes de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

A ONEACCESS declara que o Crocus CNV cumpre os principais requisitos e outras disposições da
Directiva 1999/5/EC.

Col presente, ONEACCESS dichiara che questo Crocus CNV è in acquiescenza coi requisiti essenziali e
stipulazioni attinenti ed altre di Direttivo 1999/5/EC.

Με το παρόν, η ONEACCESS δηλώνει ότι αυτό το Crocus CNV είναι συµµορφούµενο µε τις βασικές
απαιτήσεις και µε τις υπόλοιπες σχετικές διατάξεις της οδηγίας 1999/5/EC.

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Environmental information
The crossed-out wheeled bin means that within the European Union the product must be
taken to separate collection at the product end of life. This applies to the device but also
to any accessories marked with this symbol.
Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local
waste administration. You can also contact us for more information on the environmental specifications of
our products.

De doorgestreepte container wil zeggen dat binnen de Europese gemeenschap het product voor
gescheiden afvalverzameling moet worden aangeboden aan het einde van de levensduur van het
product. Dit geldt voor het toestel, maar ook voor alle toebehoren dia van dit symbool voorzien zijn. Bied
deze producten niet aan bij het gewone huisvuil.
Indien u meer informatie wenst over de systemen voor inzameling, hergebruik en recyclage, gelieve dan
uw lokale afvaldiensten te contacteren. U kan ook ons contacteren wanneer u informatie wenst over de
milieu aspecten van onze producten.

Le symbole de la poubelle sur roues barrée d’une croix signifie que ce produit doit faire l’objet d’une
collecte sélective en fin de vie au sein de l’Union Européenne. Cette mesure s’applique non seulement à
vorte appareil mais également à tout autre accessoire marqué de ce symbole. Ne jetez pas ces produits
dans les ordures ménagères non sujettes au tri sélectif.
Si vous souhaitez plus d'information concernant les systèmes de collecte, de réutilisation et de recyclage,
veuillez contactez votre service de gestion de déchets local. Vous pouvez également nous contacter pour
obtenir plus d’information au sujet des spécifications environnementales de nos produits.

Das Symbol der durchgestrichenen Abfalltonne auf Rädern bedeutet dass das Produkt in der
Europäischen Union einer getrennten Mülsammlung zugeführt werden muss. Dies gilt sowohl für das
Produkt selbst, als auch für alle mit diesem Symbol gekennzeichneten Zubehörteile. Diese Produkte
dürfen nicht über den unsortierten Hausmüll entsorgt werden.
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Organisation of this manual

This manual contains three main parts.

Part This part …

User manual shows you how to install and connect the Crocus CNV.

Reference manual gives more detailed information on the Crocus CNV. It contains a complete
description for lookup purposes.

Annexes gives additional information.

The following table gives an overview of the chapters in the user manual.

Chapter This chapter …

1 introduces the Crocus CNV.

2 explains how to install and connect the Crocus CNV. It also describes the front panel
LED indicators.

3 locates the DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV on the motherboard. It also
explains their function.

4 introduces the Total Maintenance Application. It shows how to connect TMA with the
Crocus CNV. It is also in this chapter that the attributes of the Crocus CNV are
introduced.

5 teaches you the basics to configure the Crocus CNV, in a step-by-step manner.

The following table gives an overview of the chapters in the reference manual.

Chapter This chapter …

6, 7, 8, 9 describes the configuration, status, performance and alarm attributes, respectively.

10 displays and labels the different elements of the Total Maintenance Application
subsystem picture.

11 gives a firmware download procedure.

11.5 uncovers the available diagnostic tests.

12 summarises the technical specifications of the Crocus CNV.

The following table gives an overview of the annexes.

Annex This annex …

Annex A shows ordering information.

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Conventions used in this manual

Typographical conventions
The following typographical conventions are used in this manual.

The format … is used to indicate …

Normal normal text.

Italic • new or emphasised words

• file names and directory paths, e.g. C:\Program Files\TMA\bin\Tma.exe

Computer computer output and code examples, e.g. NOK,1,1,Invalid command.

Computer Bold text you have to enter at the prompt, e.g. Get sysName.

Narrow objects and attributes in the containment tree of a device when they are
mentioned in the normal text. I.e. when they are not a part of computer input or
output.

Blue references to other parts in the manual, e.g. refer to Chapter xx - Technical
specifications.

Blue underlined a hyperlink to a web site, e.g. http://www.oneaccess-net.com/

Icons
The following icons are used throughout the manual.

Icon Name Description

Remark Useful information or tips.

Caution Read the text that follows carefully in order to avoid damage to the
device.

Warning Read the text that follows carefully in order to avoid injury.

DIP switch A configuration attribute of the Crocus CNV which can be set with the
DIP switches.

Basic TMA A basic attribute of the Crocus CNV which can be set with the Total
parameter Maintenance Application (TMA).

Advanced TMA An advanced attribute of the Crocus CNV which can be set with the
parameter Total Maintenance Application (TMA).

Action An action which can be executed on the Crocus CNV with the Total
Maintenance Application (TMA).

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Firmware version
This manual describes the features, containment tree and attributes of the Crocus CNV firmware version
T2771/01600 (CV) and T2772/00100 (TT).

Your feedback
Your satisfaction about this purchase is an extremely important priority to all of us at OneAccess.
Accordingly, all electronic, functional and cosmetic aspects of this new unit have been carefully and
thoroughly tested and inspected. If any fault is found with this unit or should you have any other quality-
related comment concerning this delivery, please submit the Quality Comment Form on our web page at
http://www.oneaccess-net.com/telindus Î Support.

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Table of contents

User manual ............................................................................................... 1

1 Introduction to the Crocus CNV .............................................................................3
1.1 Introducing the Crocus CNV ......................................................................................... 4
1.2 Crocus CNV product overview...................................................................................... 5
1.3 Modular interface overview........................................................................................... 5
1.4 CN4 card nest............................................................................................................... 6
1.5 Management overview.................................................................................................. 6

2 Installing and connecting the Crocus CNV ...........................................................8

2.1 Safety instructions ........................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Unpacking................................................................................................................... 10
2.3 Selecting a site ........................................................................................................... 11
2.4 Installation and connection precautions ..................................................................... 12
2.5 Connecting the Crocus CNV Table Top ..................................................................... 13
2.6 Connecting the Crocus CNV Card Version................................................................. 18
2.7 Connecting the interfaces of the Crocus CNV ............................................................ 24
2.8 Front panel LED indicators ......................................................................................... 25

3 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV.......................................................29

3.1 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV Table Top ............................................. 30
3.2 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV Card Version ........................................ 36

4 Maintenance of the Crocus CNV ..........................................................................43

4.1 Introducing TMA ......................................................................................................... 44
4.2 Connecting to a Crocus CNV with TMA...................................................................... 45
4.3 Introducing the management attributes of the Crocus CNV ....................................... 48

5 Step-by-step configuration ...................................................................................52

5.1 Reading the configuration settings ............................................................................. 53
5.2 Loading the default configuration ............................................................................... 55
5.3 Configuring the clocking mode ................................................................................... 58
5.4 Configuring the onboard G703 interface .................................................................... 65
5.5 Configuring the interface specific attributes................................................................ 67
5.6 Configuring the management attributes ..................................................................... 70
5.7 Activating the configuration ........................................................................................ 73

Reference manual .................................................................................... 74

6 Configuration attributes........................................................................................76
6.1 Configuration attribute overview ................................................................................. 77
6.2 General configuration attributes ................................................................................. 78
6.3 G703 onboard configuration attributes ....................................................................... 85
6.4 Interface configuration attributes ................................................................................ 89
6.5 Management configuration attributes ......................................................................... 93

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7 Status attributes .................................................................................................... 95

7.1 Status attribute overview.............................................................................................96
7.2 General status attributes.............................................................................................98
7.3 G703 onboard status attributes.................................................................................101
7.4 Interface status attributes..........................................................................................104
7.5 Management status attributes...................................................................................110
7.6 Operating system status attributes ...........................................................................111

8 Performance attributes ....................................................................................... 112

8.1 Performance attribute overview ................................................................................113
8.2 Introducing the performance attributes .....................................................................114
8.3 G703 onboard performance attributes ......................................................................116
8.4 Operating system performance attributes .................................................................120

9 Alarm attributes................................................................................................... 122

9.1 Alarm attribute overview ...........................................................................................123
9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes ................................................................................124
9.3 General alarms .........................................................................................................129
9.4 G703 onboard alarms ...............................................................................................131
9.5 Interface alarms ........................................................................................................132

10 TMA subsystem picture of the Crocus CNV ..................................................... 133

10.1 Displaying the subsystem picture .............................................................................134
10.2 Subsystem picture elements.....................................................................................135

11 Firmware download ............................................................................................ 137

11.1 Downloading with TMA .............................................................................................138
11.2 Downloading with TML..............................................................................................139
11.3 Downloading in boot mode .......................................................................................140
11.4 Downloading via the Orchid 1003 LAN .....................................................................141
11.5 Diagnostic tests.........................................................................................................142

12 Technical specifications..................................................................................... 149

12.1 Crocus CNV types ....................................................................................................150
12.2 Onboard G703 interface ...........................................................................................151
12.3 Management interface ..............................................................................................152
12.4 Auxiliary connector....................................................................................................152
12.5 Power requirements..................................................................................................153
12.6 Mechanical dimensions.............................................................................................153
12.7 Environmental compliance........................................................................................153
12.8 Safety compliance.....................................................................................................154
12.9 Over-voltage and over-current protection compliance ..............................................154
12.10 EMC compliance .......................................................................................................154

Annexes ..................................................................................................155
Annex A: product information.................................................................................. 157

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1 Introduction to the Crocus CNV

This chapter gives an introduction to the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an overview of this
chapter.

Section Title Page

1.1 Introducing the Crocus CNV 4

1.2 Crocus CNV product overview 5

1.3 Modular interface overview 5

1.4 CN4 card nest 6

1.5 Management overview 6

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1.1 Introducing the Crocus CNV

In modem projects there is often a need for interface converters. The Crocus CNV (Interface Converter)
is such a converter.
The Crocus CNV offers the following features:
• G.703 interface onboard and 1 modular DTE interface
• G.703 interface includes a line driver to cover long distances
• extended management possibilities for configuration and inspection purposes
• easy test functions
• flash memory for easy firmware updating
• as the other Crocus products, the Crocus CNV fits in the CN4 card nest
• different powering possibilities through the CN4 card nest (230/115 Vac or -48 Vdc)

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1.2 Crocus CNV product overview

The following Crocus CNV types exist:

Type Specific property

Crocus 2M CNV This is a 2 Mbps transparent G.703 to modular Crocus interface converter.

Crocus Nx64 CNV This is a 2 Mbps G.703/G.704 to modular Crocus interface converter.

The Crocus CNV is available in the following versions:

Version Specific property

Table Top (TT) The Table Top version is the stand-alone version of the Crocus CNV. It is
available with or without an LCD display and keyboard.
The Crocus 2M CNV TT has its separate manual. Refer to that manual for
more information about the device.

Card Version (CV) The Card Version (CV) has to be inserted into a CN4 card nest. It
incorporates two Crocus CNV converters on one card (A and B). As a result,
one CN4 card nest can contain up to 30 converters.
Both Crocus 2M CNV and Crocus Nx64 CNV are available as Card Version.

Both Table Top and Card Version can be powered with 230/115 Vac, -48 Vdc or 48 Vac. The Card
Versions are powered via the CN4 card nest.

1.3 Modular interface overview

A complete range of plug-in modular DTE interfaces can be used in conjunction with the Crocus CNV. All
these modular DTE interfaces can be exchanged in only a few seconds.
The Crocus CNV only supports transparent DTE interfaces. The following table lists the DTE interfaces
modules which can be used in the Crocus CNV:
• V35
• V36
• RS530
• X21
• Bridge
• Router.

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1.4 CN4 card nest

The OneAccess CN4 card nest is based on a standard card nest which fits in a standard 19” rack. The
CN4 card nest can hold up to 15 cards. It can be powered with:
• -48 Vdc (no power modules required)
• 230/115 Vac (one or two power module(s) required)
• both -48 Vdc and 230/115 Vac (for back-up purposes).

The CN4 card nest supports the complete Crocus range.

For more information on the CN4 card nest, refer to the CN4 manual.

1.5 Management overview

The Crocus CNV is manageable in many different ways. This section gives a quick overview of the
various management possibilities.

EasyConnect terminal
Connecting the OneAccess EasyConnect hand-held terminal over a serial connection (i.e. through the
control connector) to the Crocus CNV, allows you to manage the Crocus CNV in a basic way using the
EasyConnect its keyboard.

CLI and ATWIN

Connecting a VT100 terminal (emulation program) over a serial connection (i.e. through the control
connector) to the Crocus CNV, you can evoke the following onboard management applications:
• CLI. The Command Line Interface allows you to manage the Crocus CNV through a text based
interface.
• ATWIN. This is a basic, menu-driven user interface.

TMA and TMA CLI

Connecting your computer over a serial connection (i.e. through the control connector) to the Crocus
CNV, you can use the following management applications:
• TMA. The Total Maintenance Application is a free management application for Windows. It allows you
to manage the Crocus CNV using a user friendly GUI.
To find out more about TMA, refer to the TMA manual.
• TMA CLI. This is an advanced Command Line Interface with extra scripting capabilities.
To find out more about TMA CLI, refer to the TMA CLI manual.

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Management concentrator
Connecting the Crocus CNV to a management concentrator (e.g. the Orchid 1003 LAN or 1035 Orchid)
offers the following possibilities:
• Using the management concentrator as an IP proxy agent, you have the possibility to connect to the
Crocus CNV over an IP network. In that case you can establish an IP connection with the Crocus CNV
and run TMA, TMA CLI or the Web Interface over this connection. Using Telnet, you can also run
ATWIN and CLI.
For more information on how to use the management concentrator as an IP proxy agent, refer to the
manual of the management concentrator.
• Using the management concentrator as an SNMP proxy agent, you can manage the Crocus CNV
through SNMP.
For more information on how to use the management concentrator as an SNMP proxy agent, refer to
the manual of the management concentrator.
• The management concentrator allows you to manage the Crocus CNV with TMA for HP OpenView,
the OneAccess integrated management application that runs on the HP OpenView platform.
To find out more about TMA for HP OpenView, refer to the TMA for HP OpenView manual.

Management overview
The following table gives an overview of all the management possibilities and how you can connect them:

Management PC – Crocus CNV connection PC – management concentrator

tool connection

Serial IP Serial IP

EasyConnect X X
(1)
CLI X X (1) X (2)

ATWIN X (1) X (1) X (2)

TMA X X X

TMA CLI X X X

TMA for HPOV X

SNMP (3) X
(4)
Web Interface X
(1)
Using a VT100 terminal (emulation program).
(2)
Using Telnet.
(3)
Using any SNMP browser.
(4)
Using a web browser.

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2 Installing and connecting the Crocus CNV

First this chapter gives some important safety instructions. Then it explains how to install and connect the
Crocus CNV.

You are advised to read this chapter in a sequential manner, from the beginning to the end, without
skipping any part. By doing so, your Crocus CNV will be completely installed and ready for configuration
when you reach the end of this chapter.

The following table gives an overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

2.1 Safety instructions 9

2.2 Unpacking 10

2.3 Selecting a site 11

2.4 Installation and connection precautions 12

2.5 Connecting the Crocus CNV Table Top 13

2.6 Connecting the Crocus CNV Card Version 18

2.7 Connecting the interfaces of the Crocus CNV 24

2.8 Front panel LED indicators 25

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2.1 Safety instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Unplug the unit from the wall power outlet (TT) or remove it from the card nest (CV) before installing,
adjusting or servicing.
The safety of this product depends upon the third pin (ground pin) of the 3-wire grounding type plug. Do
not defeat this safety feature. If the power outlet at your site only has 2 pins, please consult a qualified
electrician.

ACHTUNG! WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSINSTRUKTIONEN

Vor sämtlichen Arbeiten am Gerät (Installation, Einstellungen, Reparaturen etc.) sollten Sie den
Netzstecker aus der Steckdose ziehen.
Die Sicherheit dieses Gerätes ist abhängig von dem dritten Kontakt (dem Erdungspin) des 3-poligen
Steckers. Beachten Sie unbedingt diese Sicherheitsstandard. Sollten Sie nur eine ältere 2-polige
Steckdose zur Verfügung haben, lassen Sie diese von einem Elektriker gegen eine 3-polige Steckdose
auswechseln.

SAFETY WARNING
To avoid damage to the unit, please observe all procedures described in this chapter.

SICHERHEITSBESTIMMUNGEN
Um eine Beschädigung des Gerätes zu verhindern, beachten Sie bitte unbedingt die
Sicherheitsbestimmungen, die in diesem Abschnitt beschrieben werden.

Ensure that the unit and its connected equipment all use the same AC power and ground, to reduce
noise interference and possible safety hazards caused by differences in ground or earth potentials.

NOTE
This equipment may be powered by an IT power system.

ANMERKUNG
Das Gerät kann gespeist wurden durch ein IT power System.

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2.2 Unpacking
Rough handling during shipping causes most early failures. Before installation, check the shipping carton
for signs of damage:
• If the carton box is damaged, please place a claim with the carrier company immediately.
• If the carton box is undamaged, do not dispose of it in case you need to store the unit or ship it in the
future.

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2.3 Selecting a site

WARNING
In case of a TT, always place the unit on its feet without blocking the air vents.
Do not stack multiple units directly onto each other, as stacking can cause heat build-up that could
damage the unit.

ACHTUNG
Stellen Sie das Gerät niemals seitlich, sondern nur auf den Füßen auf und achten Sie darauf, daß die
Lüftungsschlitze an der Seitenverkleidung frei bleiben.
Stapeln Sie nicht mehrere Geräte direkt übereinander, dies kann zu einem Hitzestau führen.

Install the unit in an area free of extreme temperatures, humidity, shock and vibration. Position it so that
you can easily see and access the front panel and its control indicators. Leave enough clearance at the
back for cables and wires. Position the unit within the correct distances for the different accesses and
within 2m of a power outlet.

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2.4 Installation and connection precautions

ESD WARNING
The circuit boards are sensitive to electrostatic discharges (ESD) and should be handled with care. It is
advisable to ensure an optimal electrical contact between yourself, the working area and a safety ground
before touching any circuit board. Take special care not to touch any component or connector on the
circuit board.

EMC WARNING

EMC compliant installation

The complete Crocus family and the CN4 card nest are fully EMC compliant. Because of the modular
structure of the CN4 card nest, all unused slots (power slots, modem slots and interface slots) have to be
covered with the appropriate blanking modules at installation time.
To ensure compliance with EMC directive 89/336/EEC, shielded cables or ferrite beads have to be used.

The interfaces on the Crocus CNV should only be connected to circuit types as listed below.

Connector Interface Circuit

RJ45 G.703 interface SELV

subD management SELV

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2.5 Connecting the Crocus CNV Table Top

This section explains how to connect the Crocus CNV TT. The following table gives an overview of this
section.

Section Title Page

2.5.1 Table Top connections 14

2.5.2 Connecting the power supply 15

2.5.3 Signal and protective ground interconnection 16

2.5.4 Inserting the DTE interface in the Table Top 17

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2.5.1 Table Top connections

All the connections have to be made at the back of the Crocus CNV Table Top. The following figure gives
a rear view of the Crocus CNV TT.

CTRL
5
WARNING! SEE BOTTOM

ON OFF

1 3
PWR OUT IN
2 4

CTRL

5
WARNING! SEE BOTTOM

~ ~
ON OFF
- 48V +

3
1
PWR 2 OUT
4
IN

The following table labels the different parts located at the back of the Crocus CNV TT.

Number Part

1 power switch

2 power inlet

3 DTE interface slot

4 G703 onboard interface

5 auxiliary connector (also called control or NMS connector)

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2.5.2 Connecting the power supply

The following table explains how to connect the power supply. The Crocus CNV TT exists in two different
models:

TT model Connector type Connecting the power supply

230/115 Vac standard IEC For a 230/115 Vac model, connect the standard IEC power
power supply supply connector to the power inlet. Refer to Section 2.5.1
connector Table Top connections.

-48 Vdc or 48 Vac 48 V power supply For a 48 V model, a power supply connector is delivered
connector with the Crocus CNV:
• For a –48 Vdc connection, the + and - indications are
with respect to each other, not to ground level. This
means that for a standard -48 Vdc connection, the
ground has to be connected to +, while the negative
voltage has to be connected to the -.
• For a 48 Vac connection, the power supply has to be
attached to the connectors indicated with ~.

When the 48 V power supply connector is wired, connect it

to the power inlet. Refer to Section 2.5.1 Table Top
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2.5.3 Signal and protective ground interconnection

You can configure the interconnection between signal ground and protective ground (earth). Do this by
means of the appropriate strap located on the Crocus CNV TT motherboard. For more information, refer
to Section 3.1.3 - Straps of the Table Top.

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2.5.4 Inserting the DTE interface in the Table Top

At the back of the TT, an empty slot is provided in which you can insert the desired DTE interface module
without opening the housing.
To insert the DTE interface in the TT, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Gently slide the DTE interface on the two inner slides into the empty slot.
The following figure shows this
procedure:

2 When nearly inserted, press tight.

3 Lock both screws.

4 When the DTE interface is present, connect the application.

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2.6 Connecting the Crocus CNV Card Version

This section explains how to connect the Crocus CNV CV. The following table gives an overview of this
section.

Section Title Page

2.6.1 Inserting the Card Version in the CN4 card nest 19

2.6.2 Inserting the modular DTE interface in the Card Version 20

2.6.3 Connecting to the onboard G703 using the RJ45 or line connector block 21

2.6.4 Connecting to the onboard G703 through the line connector block 23

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2.6.1 Inserting the Card Version in the CN4 card nest

The Crocus CNV CV consists of a stuffed print, provided with a front panel. The CV has to be inserted in
the CN4 card nest. Most connections to this card are performed via 3 DIN-connectors on the back of the
card:
• the middle connector for power supply, line and management connections
• the two extreme connectors for interface connections.

Inserting the CV in the CN4 card nest

To insert the CV in the CN4 card nest, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Gently slide the CV on the two inner slides into an available slot.
The following figure
shows this procedure:

15 slots

2 When nearly inserted, press tight.

3 Lock both screws.

Filling an entire CN4 card nest

For EMC reasons the cards all fit closely to each other. Therefore, you will experience that inserting the
last card in a completely filled up rack happens to be more stiffly. To fill up an entire rack, it is best to
proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Insert card 1 up to 14 in slot 0 up to 13 of the CN4 card nest.

2 Fasten the screws of card 1 up to 14.

3 Insert the last card in slot 14 of the CN4 card nest.

4 Fasten the screws of the last card.

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2.6.2 Inserting the modular DTE interface in the Card Version

At the back of the CN4 card nest, two empty slots are provided in which the desired modular DTE
interface can be inserted without extracting the card from the card nest. The upper interface slot is used
for converter A and the lower interface slot is used for converter B.
To insert the modular DTE interface in the CN4 card nest, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Gently slide the modular DTE interface on the two inner slides into an available slot.
The following figure shows this procedure:

2 When nearly inserted, press tight.

3 Lock both screws.

4 When the modular DTE interface is present, connect the application.

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2.6.3 Connecting to the onboard G703 using the RJ45 or line connector block
You can connect to the onboard G703 interface through …
• the RJ45 connector located at the front of the Crocus CNV CV
or
• the line connector block located at the back of the CN4 card nest.

You can make this selection by means of 8 straps located on the Crocus CNV CV motherboard. This is
described in the paragraphs below.

The location of the straps on the Crocus CNV CV motherboard

strap JP6, JP7, JP29

(converter A) strap JP21, JP23, JP25, JP27
(converter A)

strap JP22, JP24, JP26, JP28

(converter B)

strap JP12, JP13, JP30

(converter B)
middle connector
towards CN4

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Strap JP21 – JP28 settings

You can make the RJ45 / line connector block selection for converter A and B separately:
• JP21, JP23, JP25, JP27 makes the selection for converter A
• JP22, JP24, JP26, JP28 makes the selection for converter B.

The following table shows how to set JP21 up to JP28 in order to select between the RJ45 connector or
the line connector block.

Strap setting You can connect to the onboard G703 interface through …

1 – 2 (default)
the RJ45 connector located at the front of the Crocus CNV CV.
1 2 3

2–3
the line connector block located at the back of the CN4 card nest. Refer to Section
2.6.4 - Connecting to the onboard G703 through the line connector block for more
1 2 3 information.

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2.6.4 Connecting to the onboard G703 through the line connector block
It is possible to connect to the onboard G703 interface through the line connector block instead of
through the RJ45 connectors (as explained in Section 2.6.3 - Connecting to the onboard G703 using the
RJ45 or line connector block).
The following table explains how to connect the wires to the line connector block located at the back of
the CN4 card nest:

Converter no. RX / TX Line connector block DTE

positions

converter A receive 1 and 2 input

transmit 3 and 4 output

converter B receive 5 and 6 input

transmit 7 and 8 output

The following figure gives a graphical representation of the table above:

1
RX-A
2
3
TX-A 4
5
RX-B
6
7
TX-B
8

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2.7 Connecting the interfaces of the Crocus CNV

The DTE/DCE definition of the Crocus CNV interfaces is as follows:

Interface DTE / DCE Interconnection cable

onboard G703 DTE To connect this interface to …

• a DTE device, use a crossed interconnection cable.
• a DCE device, use a straight interconnection cable.

modular DCE To connect this interface to …

• a DTE device, use a straight interconnection cable.
• a DCE device, use a crossed interconnection cable.

The following figure shows an example of a set-up with a Crocus CNV:

modem + V36 interface modem + G703 interface

(DCE) (DCE)

crossed Crocus CNV

interconnection cable
straight
interconnection cable

modular interface onboard G703 interface

(DCE) (DTE)

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2.8 Front panel LED indicators

This section gives an overview of the front panel LEDs and what they indicate The following table gives
an overview of this section.

Section Title Page

2.8.1 Introduction to the front panel LEDs 26

2.8.2 Power LED 27

2.8.3 Test LED 27

2.8.4 Alarm Indication Signal / error LED 27

2.8.5 Loss Of Signal / Loss of Frame Alignment LED 28

2.8.6 Transmit data LED 28

2.8.7 Receive data LED 28

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2.8.1 Introduction to the front panel LEDs

When all the connections are made and the Crocus CNV is powered, the LEDs on the
front panel reflect the actual status of the device.

LED label and colour

The following table lists the front panel LED indicators with their corresponding label and
colour.

Label Colour Short description

PWR green Power indication.

142 TST red Test indication.

AIS ERR red Alarm Indication Signal / error indication.

LOS LFA red Loss Of Signal / Loss of Frame Alignment indication.

103 TXD green Transmit data indication.

104 RXD green Receive data indication.

LED status modes

For some front panel LED indicators different status modes exist. These status modes
can be distinguished by the way the LED is lit up:

LED status LED duty cycle Description

continuously off 0% The LED never lights up.

continuously on 100 % The LED lights up continuously.

blinking 50 % The LED is as much lit as it is out.

flashing 20 % The LED only lights up during 20% of the

time.

mostly off - The LED occasionally lights up, without a

fixed duty cycle.

mostly on - The LED occasionally goes out, without a

fixed duty cycle.

monitoring - The LED lights up irregularly. For instance,

it lights up on detection of a certain signal.
I.e. it monitors this signal.

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2.8.2 Power LED

This LED indicates that the Crocus CNV is connected to the power supply and is switched on.

2.8.3 Test LED

This LED indicates whether the Crocus CNV is in normal operation or in test condition (ET, AL, RDL, DL
or a combination of them). Four different test LED status modes can be distinguished:

LED status Description

off No test is active.

continuously on A front panel or interface test is active.

blinking A test initiated by the management system is active.

flashing A front panel or interface test has been terminated by the management system.

Termination of an active test by the management system is necessary to prevent hang-up situations
caused by accidental activation of a test. Once the test indicator starts flashing, all active test conditions
should be removed first, before initiating a new test session.

2.8.4 Alarm Indication Signal / error LED

This LED indicates an error has occurred. The errors have different priority levels. I.e. when two errors of
different origin occur at the same time, one error will get priority over the other error. The different AIS /
error LED status modes and error priorities are displayed in the following table:

LED status Description Error priority

off No error has occurred. -

continuously on An Alarm Indication Signal (AIS) has been detected on the high
incoming G.704 transmit data of the onboard G703 interface.
This means that the application has detected an error, and it
communicates this to the interface by setting all data bits to 1
(which is the AIS condition).

monitoring The Crocus CNV its internal error test pattern generator / medium
detector (ET) is active and received bit errors.

flashing Alarm signalling is active and a local alarm has been detected. low
For more information on alarm signalling, refer to Section 6.2 -
General configuration attributes.
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2.8.5 Loss Of Signal / Loss of Frame Alignment LED

This LED indicates a Loss Of Signal or Loss of Frame Alignment has occurred. The different LOS / LFA
LED status modes are displayed in the following table:

LED status Description

continuously on A Loss Of Signal has been detected on the onboard G703 interface.

If the configuration attribute longHaul is set to enabled, then it is possible that the LOS
LED does not light up although no cable is connected to the front RJ45 connector.
This problem does not exist when using the rear line connector block.

blinking A Loss of Frame Alignment has been detected on the onboard G703 interface.
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2.8.6 Transmit data LED

This LED monitors the data sent by the application (i.e. the Data Terminal Equipment) to the DTE
interface module of the Crocus CNV.

Note that the data is monitored after it went through the interface circuitry. Some interfaces (Bridge and
Router) add framing information which activates the TXD LED even if no real user data is being
transmitted.

2.8.7 Receive data LED

This LED monitors the data sent to the application (i.e. the Data Terminal Equipment) by the DTE
interface module of the Crocus CNV.

Note that the data is monitored before it went through the interface circuitry. Some interfaces (Bridge and
Router) used on the remote side add framing information which activates the RXD LED even if no real
user data is being received.

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3 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV

This chapter locates the DIP switches and straps on the Crocus CNV TT and CV motherboard. It also
gives an overview of their function and it explains how to change their settings.
The following table gives an overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

3.1 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV Table Top 30

3.2 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV Card Version 36

Default settings are printed in bold.

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3.1 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV Table Top
This section locates the DIP switches and straps on the Crocus CNV Table Top motherboard. It gives an
overview of their function and it explains how to change their settings.
The following table gives an overview of this section.

Section Title Page

3.1.1 Location of the DIP switches and straps on the Table Top 31

3.1.2 DIP switches of the Table Top 32

3.1.3 Straps of the Table Top 33

3.1.4 Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Table Top 35

Disconnect the Crocus CNV Table Top from the mains before opening the housing to change DIP switch
and/or strap settings.

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3.1.1 Location of the DIP switches and straps on the Table Top
The figure below shows the position of the DIP switches and straps on the Crocus CNV TT motherboard.

JP29

JP21 JP23
2 1
JP6
JP7

3
3 2 1

2 1
3
ON 1 2

DS5 DS3

JP27 JP25
1 2 3 4 ON

2 1
3
2 1
3
3 2 1
ST1
3. CON
2. CON 100R
1. NOT CON

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE AREA!

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3.1.2 DIP switches of the Table Top

DIP switch bank DS5

The following table gives an overview of DIP switch bank DS5 of the TT:

DIP switch name DS5 no. Setting Function

start-up mode 1 on Start up from flash memory.

off Start up in boot mode.

load default 2 on Normal operation.

configuration
off Load default configuration.

X21 Tx clock 3 on Inverted X21 Tx clock polarity.

polarity inversion
off Normal X21 Tx clock polarity.

- 4 - - Factory setting. Do not change! -

DIP switch bank DS3

The following table gives an overview of the DIP switches on DIP switch bank DS3:

DIP switch name DS3 no. Setting Function

signal B – earth 1 on The receive B signal (RxB) of the

(PGND) connection onboard G703 interface is
connected to the earth.

off The receive B signal (RxB) of the

onboard G703 interface is
disconnected from the earth.

2 (1) on The transmit B signal (TxB) of the

onboard G703 interface is
connected to the earth.

off The transmit B signal (TxB) of the

onboard G703 interface is
disconnected from the earth.

(1)
DS3 switch 2 only has effect on the RJ45 connector. For the BNC connectors, the transmit B signal is
always connected to the earth.

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3.1.3 Straps of the Table Top

Strap ST1
On the TT, you can configure the interconnection between signal ground and protective ground (earth).
Use strap ST1 for this purpose. For the location of ST1 on the TT motherboard, refer to Section 3.1.1
Location of the DIP switches and straps on the Table Top.

Strap settings Connection Description

disconnected As default, the signal ground is disconnected from the

earth. This avoids problems which might occur when the
earth potential of the Crocus CNV and the connected
3 2 1 application is not the same. In such a situation earth current
loops may induce distortion on the transmitted data,
resulting in transmission errors.

connected through Sometimes you might want to connect the Crocus CNV
100 ohms resistor earth to the application earth although both earth potentials
are not the same. (E.g. to avoid a big difference between
3 2 1 both earth potentials.) To avoid that high earth currents are
generated, you can make this connection through a 100
ohms resistor.

directly connected Sometimes it is not possible to connect the application

directly to the earth. In that case you can earth the
application through the Crocus CNV by connecting the
3 2 1 Crocus CNV to the earth and setting strap ST1 in position
3.
Also the opposite situation might occur: it is not possible to
earth the Crocus CNV. In that case you can earth the
Crocus CNV through the application by connecting the
application to the earth and setting strap ST1 in position 3.

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Straps JP21, JP23, JP25 and JP27

Use the straps JP21, JP23, JP25 and JP27 in order to select between the RJ45 connector or the BNC
connectors.

Strap setting You can connect to the onboard G703 interface through …

1 – 2 (default)
the RJ45 connector.
1 2 3

2–3
the BNC connectors.
1 2 3

Straps JP6, JP7 and JP29

Use the straps JP6, JP7 and JP29 in order to select the line impedance of the onboard G703 interface.

Strap setting The line impedance of the onboard G703 interface is …

1 – 2 (default)
120 ohm.
1 2 3

2–3
75 ohm.
1 2 3

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3.1.4 Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Table Top
To change the DIP switch settings of the Crocus CNV TT, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Switch the Crocus CNV TT off.

2 Disconnect the Crocus CNV TT from the mains.

3 Unscrew the two screws located at the back of the Crocus CNV TT.

4 Remove the cover as follows:

1. Carefully lift the back of the cover a few centimetres.
2. Gently pull the cover backwards from under the nose of the Crocus CNV TT.
2

5 Change the DIP switch and/or strap settings.

6 Replace the cover and close tight.

7 Fasten the two screws located at the back of the Crocus CNV TT.

8 Reconnect the Crocus CNV TT to the mains.

9 Switch the Crocus CNV TT on.

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3.2 DIP switches and straps of the Crocus CNV Card Version
This section locates the DIP switches and straps on the Crocus CNV Card Version motherboard. It gives
an overview of their function and it explains how to change their settings.
The following table gives an overview of this section.

Section Title Page

3.2.1 Location of the DIP switches on the Card Version 37

3.2.2 Location of the straps on the Card Version 38

3.2.3 DIP switches of the Card Version 39

3.2.4 Straps of the Card Version 41

3.2.5 Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Card Version 42

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3.2.1 Location of the DIP switches on the Card Version

The figure below shows the position of the DIP switches on the Crocus CNV CV motherboard.

DS5

DS3

DS4

DS2

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3.2.2 Location of the straps on the Card Version

The figure below shows the position of the straps on the Crocus CNV CV motherboard.

strap JP6, JP7, JP29

(converter A) strap JP21, JP23, JP25, JP27
(converter A)

strap JP22, JP24, JP26, JP28

(converter B)

strap JP12, JP13, JP30

(converter B)
middle connector
towards CN4

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3.2.3 DIP switches of the Card Version

DIP switch bank DS2

The following table gives an overview of the DIP switches on DIP switch bank DS2:

DIP switch name DS2 no. Setting Function

start-up mode 1 on Start up from flash memory.

off Start up in boot mode.

- 2 on Mandatory setting. Do not change!

off -

DIP switch bank DS5

The following table gives an overview of the DIP switches on DIP switch bank DS5:

DIP switch name DS5 no. Setting Function

load default 1 on Normal operation for converter A.

configuration -
off Load default configuration for
converter A
converter A.

load default 2 on Normal operation for converter B.

configuration -
off Load default configuration for
converter B
converter B.

X21 Tx clock 3 on Inverted X21 Tx clock polarity for

polarity inversion - converter A.
converter A
off Normal X21 Tx clock polarity for
converter A.

X21 Tx clock 4 on Inverted X21 Tx clock polarity for

polarity inversion - converter B.
converter B
off Normal X21 Tx clock polarity for
converter B.

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DIP switch bank DS3

The following table gives an overview of the DIP switches on DIP switch bank DS3:

DIP switch name DS3 no. Setting Function

signal B – earth 1 on The receive B signal (RxB) of the

(PGND) connection onboard G703 interface of
for converter A converter A is connected to the
earth.

off The receive B signal (RxB) of the

onboard G703 interface of
converter A is disconnected from
the earth.

2 on The transmit B signal (TxB) of the

onboard G703 interface of
converter A is connected to the
earth.

off The transmit B signal (TxB) of the

onboard G703 interface of
converter A is disconnected from
the earth.

DIP switch bank DS4

The following table gives an overview of the DIP switches on DIP switch bank DS4:

DIP switch name DS4 no. Setting Function

signal B – earth 1 on The receive B signal (RxB) of the

(PGND) connection onboard G703 interface of
for converter B converter B is connected to the
earth.

off The receive B signal (RxB) of the

onboard G703 interface of
converter B is disconnected from
the earth.

2 on The transmit B signal (TxB) of the

onboard G703 interface of
converter B is connected to the
earth.

off The transmit B signal (TxB) of the

onboard G703 interface of
converter B is disconnected from
the earth.

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3.2.4 Straps of the Card Version

Straps JP21 Æ JP28

Use the straps JP21 up to JP28 in order to select between the RJ45 connector or the line connector
block:
• JP21, JP23, JP25, JP27 makes the selection for converter A
• JP22, JP24, JP26, JP28 makes the selection for converter B.

Strap setting You can connect to the onboard G703 interface through …

1 – 2 (default)
the RJ45 connector located at the front of the CV.
1 2 3

2–3
the line connector block located at the back of the CN4 card nest. For more
information, refer to Section 2.6.3 - Connecting to the onboard G703 using the
1 2 3 RJ45 or line connector block.

Straps JP6, JP7, JP12, JP13, JP29 and JP30

Use the straps JP6, JP7, JP12, JP13, JP29 and JP30 in order to select the line impedance of the
onboard G703 interface:
• JP6, JP7, JP29 makes the selection for converter A
• JP12, JP13, JP30 makes the selection for converter B.

Strap setting The line impedance of the onboard G703 interface is …

1 – 2 (default)
120 ohm.
1 2 3

2–3
75 ohm.
1 2 3

Changing the line impedance of the onboard G703 interface applies to the front RJ45 connector, as well
as to the line connector block at the back of the CN4 card nest.

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3.2.5 Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Card Version
To change the DIP switch and / or strap settings of the Crocus CNV CV, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Loosen the screws of the Crocus CNV.

2 Gently pull the Crocus CNV out of the CN4 card nest.

3 Change the DIP switch and / or strap settings.

4 Gently slide the Crocus CNV in the CN4 card nest.

5 Fasten the screws of the Crocus CNV.

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4 Maintenance of the Crocus CNV

Once you installed the Crocus CNV, you can proceed with the configuration of the Crocus CNV. You can
do this using the Total Maintenance Application (TMA).
This chapter introduces TMA and describes how to start a session on the Crocus CNV. Furthermore, this
chapter gives an introduction to the attributes of the Crocus CNV.

Section Title Page

4.1 Introducing TMA 44

4.2 Connecting to a Crocus CNV with TMA 45

4.3 Introducing the management attributes of the Crocus CNV 48

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4.1 Introducing TMA

TMA is a free Windows® software package that enables you to maintain the Crocus CNV, i.e. to access
its configuration attributes and look at status, performance and alarm information using a user friendly
graphical user interface.
TMA is an excellent tool for complete management of the OneAccess access devices. When using TMA
in combination with a network management system such as HP OpenView®, complete networks can be
managed from one central site.
Consult the TMA user manual to install it and get acquainted with the TMA user interface.

You will need a new version of the model file distribution if changes have been made to the attributes of
the Crocus CNV. The most recent model files and TMA engine can always be downloaded from the
OneAccess web site. Go to http://www.oneaccess-net.com/telindus/downloads Î Download Center.

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4.2 Connecting to a Crocus CNV with TMA

This section explains how you can connect to the Crocus CNV using TMA.
There are two ways to establish a connection with TMA to the Crocus CNV:
• over a serial connection, through the auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV.
• over an IP or a serial connection, through the Orchid 1003 LAN

Connecting through the auxiliary connector

To establish a link between TMA and the Crocus CNV through the auxiliary connector, proceed as
follows:

Step Action

1 Connect the COM port of your PC through

a straight DB9 male-female cable with the
auxiliary connector of your Crocus CNV as
shown in the following figure:

2 Start TMA.

3 In the TMA window, either …

• select from the menu bar: Connect Æ
Device…
• or press the shortcut key: Ctrl+N
• or press on the Connect to device
button:

The Connect (to a device) window is being

displayed as in the following figure:

4 In the Connect (to a device) window, configure the following parameters:

• Select the option Serial, and specify the COM port of your computer the Crocus CNV
is connected to.
• If a password has previously been configured in the Crocus CNV then also fill in the
password field.

5 If the necessary parameters are filled in, press the Next > button.

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Step Action

6 In the TMA window, either …

• select from the menu bar: Connect Æ
Select device…
• or press the shortcut key: Ctrl+D
• or press on the Select device button:

The Connect (select a device) window is being

displayed as in the following figure:

7 Two situations can be distinguished depending on establishing a connection to a Crocus

CNV TT or CV:
• For a Crocus CNV TT, choose On device.
• For a Crocus CNV CV, choose On device and select modem A or modem B.

If a password has previously been configured in the Crocus CNV then also fill in the
password field.

8 If the necessary parameters are filled in, press the Finish button.

9 After a couple of seconds, the attributes of the selected Crocus CNV appear in the TMA
window.

Important remark
Suppose that both modem (converter) A and B of a Crocus CNV CV have a password. In that case, if you
want to connect with TMA to converter B …
• first enter the password of converter A in the Connect device window (see step 3)
• then enter the password of converter B in the Select device window (see step 6).

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Connecting through the Orchid 1003 LAN

On central locations with many access devices, the Crocus CNV can be connected to an Orchid 1003
LAN concentrator device. In this case the Orchid 1003 LAN is a proxy device for the Crocus CNV. In that
case you can connect TMA to the Crocus CNV through the Orchid 1003 LAN.
What is more, the Orchid 1003 LAN can act as an IP proxy device for the Crocus CNV. The IP address
related to the Crocus CNV is defined in the Orchid 1003 LAN.
Refer to the manual of the Orchid 1003 LAN for more information on the configuration and management
capabilities of this device.

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4.3 Introducing the management attributes of the Crocus CNV

This section gives an introduction to the management attributes of the Crocus CNV. It introduces terms
such as containment tree, group, object, attribute, value and action.

Containment tree terminology

The following figure depicts the TMA window containing the Crocus CNV containment tree.

Groups
Attributes
Containment tree

Attribute values
Objects

Actions

Structured values

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The following table explains the terminology associated with the containment tree.

Term Description

containment The containment tree represents the hierarchical structure of the Crocus CNV. It is
tree composed of a number of objects that are ordered in a tree. This tree resembles a
Windows® directory structure:
• it is also a levelled structure, with nodes which can be expanded or reduced
• the containment tree objects can be compared with file folders
• the objects contain attributes like file folders contain files.

object An object represents a physical interface, an application or a combination of both.

Each object has its own set of attributes.
Example:
The top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> contains the sub object g703OnBoard. This
object contains all the attributes concerning the onboard G703 interface. E.g. the
configuration attribute coding.

attribute An attribute is a parameter related to a certain object. It has a certain value.

Example:
The top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> contains the bootFromFlash attribute, which
has the values auto, flash1 and flash2.

value An attribute has a certain value which is …

• changeable in case of a configuration attribute (provided you have write access)
• read only in case of a status, performance and alarm attribute.

Example:
The configuration attribute bootFromFlash can be set to the value auto, flash1 and flash2.

structured value Some attribute values contain underlying values: a structured value. These values
are displayed in the structured value window. If an attribute contains structured
values then a bit string, <Table> or <Struct> is displayed after the attribute.
Example:
The alarmLevel attribute contains a structured value which displays alarms and their
corresponding priority level.

group Groups assemble a set of attributes related by functionality. There are four groups
in TMA, which correspond with the four tabs in the attribute window:
• configuration
• status
• performance
• alarms.

action A group in combination with an object may have actions assigned to them. These
actions are displayed in the action window.
Example:
The Cold Boot action only appears when the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> is
selected in combination with the group Configuration.

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The Crocus CNV containment tree

The following table lists the different objects of the Crocus CNV containment tree.

Object This object contains …

> crocusIfConv the general system attributes. It is the top object in the containment tree.
<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> E.g. the status attribute sysUpTime: 00005d 02h 53m 16s.
Note that for the different models (2M or Nx64k) or versions (TT or CV) the top
object name differs.

>> g703OnBoard the attributes of the onboard G703 interface.

E.g. the configuration attribute coding.

>> <dteInterface> the attributes of the DTE interface.

E.g. the configuration attributes txClk and rxClk.
The name of this object depends on the type of DTE interface.
E.g. v35 in case of a V35 interface, rs530 in case of a RS530 interface, …

>> management the network management attributes.

E.g. the status attribute ifSpeed.

>> operatingSystem the operating system attributes.

E.g. the performance attribute currUsedProcPower (%).

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Where can you find an overview of all the attributes?

The reference part of this manual explains all the attributes of the Crocus CNV. One chapter describes
one group of attributes:
• chapter 6 describes the configuration attributes
• chapter 7 describes the status attributes
• chapter 8 describes the performance attributes
• chapter 9 describes the alarm attributes.

Within a chapter, the objects and their underlying attributes are discussed in a sequential manner. I.e.
from top to bottom, as they appear in the attribute window.

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5 Step-by-step configuration
This chapter describes in a step-by-step method how to perform a basic configuration on Crocus CNV. It
also explains how DIP switch configuration tables and TMA attribute strings should be interpreted.

You are advised to read this chapter in a sequential manner, from the beginning to the end, without
skipping any part. By doing so, your Crocus CNV will be completely configured and ready for use when
you reach the end of this chapter.

The following table gives an overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

5.1 Reading the configuration settings 53

5.2 Loading the default configuration 55

5.3 Configuring the clocking mode 58

5.4 Configuring the onboard G703 interface 65

5.5 Configuring the interface specific attributes 67

5.6 Configuring the management attributes 70

5.7 Activating the configuration 73

For a complete overview of the attributes of the Crocus CNV, refer to the reference manual.

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5.1 Reading the configuration settings

As this chapter explains the basic configuration of the Crocus CNV, it contains some DIP switch
configuration tables and a lot of TMA attribute strings. To enable you to read this information in a correct
manner, this section explains the structure of such tables and strings.

DIP switch configuration table

A DIP switch configuration table has the following layout:

DIP switch name DS2 no. Setting Function

start-up mode 1 on Start up from flash memory.

off Start up in boot mode.

1 2 3 4 5

The following table explains the DIP switch configuration table layout.

Number This position displays …

1 the DIP switch icon. It indicates that the table which follows is a DIP switch configuration
table.

2 the DIP switch name.

3 the DIP switch position on the DIP switch bank.

The abbreviations mean the following:
DS2 no. 2: DIP switch bank number 2, switch position number 2

4 the possible settings of the DIP switch: on and off. The default setting is printed in bold.

5 the function associated with the corresponding DIP switch setting.

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TMA attribute string

A TMA attribute string has the following layout:

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/longHaul default: enabled

1 2 3

The following table explains the TMA attribute string layout.

Number This position displays …

1 the TMA attribute icon. It indicates that the string which follows is a TMA attribute string.
Two different TMA attribute icons exist:
• a basic attribute icon
• an advanced attribute icon.

For more information refer to Preface – Conventions used in this manual.

2 the attribute name and its position in the containment tree.

In the figure above, the string crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/longHaul means
the following:
• the attribute name is longHaul
• this attribute is located in the sub object g703OnBoard
• this sub object is located in the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>.

3 the default value of a configuration attribute.

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5.2 Loading the default configuration

If you install the Crocus CNV for the first time, all configuration attributes are set to their default value. If
the Crocus CNV has already been configured a number of times and you want to reconfigure it starting
from scratch, it might be best to load the default configuration.
Also, when you accidentally made a configuration error which, for some reason, makes the Crocus CNV
inaccessible for TMA, you can load the default configuration using the appropriate DIP switch. For
instance: you defined a password in the Crocus CNV but you can not remember it. In that case you can
not access the Crocus CNV with TMA if you do not supply the correct password.

You can load the default configuration For more information, refer to Section …
by means of …

a DIP switch. 5.2.1 - The load default configuration DIP switch

an action in TMA. 5.2.2 - The Load Default Configuration action in TMA

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5.2.1 The load default configuration DIP switch

The location of the load default configuration DIP switch is:

DIP switch name DS5 no. Setting Function

load default 1 (CV-A) on Normal operation.

configuration
2 (CV-B & TT) off Load default configuration.

To load the default configuration using the appropriate DIP switch, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In case of a …
• TT, open the housing as described in Section 3.1.4 - Changing DIP switch and strap
settings of the Table Top.
• CV, remove the card from the CN4 card nest as described in Section 3.2.5 -
Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Card Version.

2 In case of a …
• TT, set DIP switch bank DS5 position 2 to off. To locate this DIP switch bank, refer to
Section 3.1.1 - Location of the DIP switches and straps on the Table Top.
• CV, set DIP switch bank DS5 position 1 (for converter A) and / or 2 (for converter B)
to off. To locate this DIP switch bank, refer to Section 3.2.1 - Location of the DIP
switches on the Card Version.

3 In case of a …
• TT, close the housing without fastening the screws.
• CV, insert the card in the CN4 card nest without fastening the screws.

⇒ The Crocus CNV reboots and loads the default configuration.

4 Activate the loaded default configuration:

1. Open a TMA session on the Crocus CNV (refer to Section 4.2 - Connecting to a
Crocus CNV with TMA). (✱)
2. Execute the Activate Configuration command.

(✱)
If you are performing this load default configuration procedure because you
accidentally made a configuration error, you have the possibility to retrieve this
erroneous configuration before executing the Activate Configuration command. In that case
you do not have to reconfigure the complete device again, but you only have to correct
the error in question. Retrieve the erroneous configuration by executing the Load saved
configuration command.

5 Reset the corresponding DIP switch to on. Refer to step 2.

6 In case of a …
• TT, close the housing.
• CV, insert the card in the CN4 card nest.

⇒ The Crocus CNV reboots in normal operation mode.

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5.2.2 The Load Default Configuration action in TMA

The location of the Load Default Configuration action in the Crocus CNV containment tree is:

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/Load Default Configuration

To load the default configuration, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In the TMA window, select the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> and the group
Configuration.

2 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Load Default Configuration so
that this action is selected.

3 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

4 To see the default configuration, press the Retrieve all attributes from device button

5 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Activate Configuration so that
this action is selected.

6 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

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5.3 Configuring the clocking mode

This section explains how to configure the clocking mode on the Crocus CNV. The following table gives
an overview of this section.

Section Title Page

5.3.1 The clocking attributes in TMA 59

5.3.2 The different clocking modes 60

5.3.3 The presence of the external clock signal 61

5.3.4 Schematic overview of the different clocking modes 62

5.3.5 Special points of interest concerning clocking on the X21 interface 64

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5.3.1 The clocking attributes in TMA

Use the following two attributes to select a clocking mode.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/txClk default: <interface dependent>

Use this attribute to select the clocking mode of the DTE interface its transmit clock.
The following table gives an overview of the different clocking modes. It also indicates which clocking
modes are supported on which DTE interfaces.

Tx clock mode DTE interface

V35 V36 RS530 X21 Bridge Router

internalPreferred X X X X

internalAlternative X X X X X X

slaveRcvPreferred X X X X

slaveRcvAlternative X X X X X X

external X X X X

The default clocking mode is indicated in bold.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rxClk default: fromLine

Use this attribute to select the clocking mode of the DTE interface its receive clock. The two possibilities
are:

Rx clock mode Description

fromLine The receive clock of the DTE interface is taken from the G703 line.

slaveTransmit The receive clock of the DTE interface is taken from the application connected to
the DTE interface.

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5.3.2 The different clocking modes

This section explains the different clocking modes. The following table gives an overview:

Clocking mode Description

internal The Crocus CNV generates the transmit clock signal and sends it to the
application via the TxClk circuit (circuit 114).
Internal clocking can be selected in combination with preferred or alternative
clocking. See below.

slave receive The transmit clock signal is derived from the received line data. This
reconstructed clock signal is sent to the application via the TxClk circuit (circuit
114).
Slave receive clocking can be selected in combination with preferred or
alternative clocking. See below.

external The application generates the transmit clock signal and sends it to the Crocus
CNV via the ExtTxClk circuit (circuit 113).

Internal and slave receive clocking can be selected in combination with preferred or alternative clocking:

Clocking mode Description

preferred The application loops back the output of the TxClk circuit (circuit 114) to the
ExtTxClk circuit (circuit 113). This guarantees an optimal phase relationship
between the transmitted data and the transmitted clock. This because the
transmission delays of the TxD circuit (circuit 103) and the ExtTxClk circuit are
exactly the same, since the outputs of both circuits originate in the application
and are fed into the Crocus CNV.

alternative This does not require the TxClk (circuit 114) to ExtTxClk (circuit 113) loop-back.
In this case the clock is looped back within the Crocus CNV itself.

It may be necessary to use preferred clocking when delays are introduced in the communication between
the DTE and the Crocus CNV. Delays may occur in case of long interconnection cables.

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5.3.3 The presence of the external clock signal

The presence or absence of an external clock signal may influence the clocking mode that is actually
chosen by the Crocus CNV. This section explains how.
All interfaces supporting the external clock signal, regularly check the presence of this external clock
signal. The following table clarifies what happens when no external clock signal is present or when it is
lost:

If the Crocus CNV is and if the external clock signal is not present or if it is lost,
configured in …

a preferred clocking mode, then the Crocus CNV automatically switches to alternative clocking
mode.
If at a certain moment the external clock signal (re)appears, the Crocus
CNV switches (back) to the preferred clocking mode.

external clocking mode, then the Crocus CNV automatically switches to internal alternative
clocking mode.
If at a certain moment the external clock signal (re)appears, the Crocus
CNV switches (back) to external clocking mode.

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5.3.4 Schematic overview of the different clocking modes

The following figures give a schematic overview of all the clocking possibilities:

DTE DCE G703

TxD
Tx
ExtTxClk

TxClk clock
generation
RxClk

RxD Rx

internalPreferred / fromLine clocking

DTE DCE G703 DTE DCE G703

TxD TxD
Tx Tx
ExtTxClk X

TxClk clock clock

generation generation
RxClk S

RxD Rx RxD Rx
Retiming buffer Retiming buffer

internalPreferred / slaveTransmit clocking for other internalPreferred / slaveTransmit clocking for X21
interfaces interfaces

DTE DCE line

TxD
Tx
ExtTxClk

TxClk clock
generation
RxClk

RxD Rx

internalAlternative / fromLine clocking

DTE DCE G703 DTE DCE G703

TxD TxD
Tx Tx
ExtTxClk X

TxClk clock clock

generation generation
RxClk S

RxD Rx RxD Rx
Retiming buffer Retiming buffer

internalAlternative / slaveTransmit clocking for other internalAlternative / slaveTransmit clocking for X21
interfaces interfaces

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DTE DCE G703 DTE DCE G703

TxD TxD
Tx Tx
ExtTxClk ExtTxClk

TxClk TxClk

RxClk RxClk

RxD Rx
RxD Rx

slaveRcvPreferred / <any value> clocking slaveRcvAlternative / <any value> clocking

DTE DCE G703 DTE DCE G703

TxD TxD
Tx Tx
ExtTxClk ExtTxClk

TxClk TxClk

RxClk RxClk

RxD Rx RxD Rx
Retiming buffer

external / fromLine clocking external / slaveTransmit clocking

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5.3.5 Special points of interest concerning clocking on the X21 interface

The following are some special points of interest concerning clocking on the X21 interface:
• In internal clocking modes, the S clock is the transmit clock. There is always a retiming buffer in the
receive direction (slave transmit), independent of the rxClk attribute value. The receive data is clocked
out with the internal clock.

• In slave receive clocking modes, the transmit and receive clocks are the same. Hence, there is no
difference with other interfaces.

• In external clocking mode, the S clock is the receive clock.

• It is possible to invert the transmit sample clock on the X21 interfaces. In case of alternative clocking
modes, inversion solves the possible problem of too long delays on the transmit data (from DTE to
DCE) in comparison to the transmit clock (from DCE to DTE). The inversion can be done by means of
DIP switches (refer to Section 3.2.3 - DIP switches of the Card Version).

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5.4 Configuring the onboard G703 interface

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/coding default: HDB3
Use the coding attribute to set the G703 interface encoding mode. Two encoding modes are available:

Value Description

AMI Alternate Mark Inversion is a bipolar code with no zero substitution.

HDB3 High Density Bipolar 3 is a modified bipolar code.

With HDB3 encoding, more than three consecutive zeroes occurring in the data are
replaced by a substitution word. This to ensure a high pulse density. Therefore,
data links using the HDB3 code can carry data patterns with a low 1 density. Most
of the G703 applications use HDB3 encoding.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/longHaul default: enabled

The onboard G703 interface is equipped with a driver. This enables you to cover long distances. The
driver can be enabled or disabled.
The distances that can be covered are in the order of:
• 2.5 km using a cable with a diameter of 0.6 mm
• 1.25 km using a cable with a diameter of 0.4 mm.

Important remark
On a Crocus 2M CNV CV and on a Crocus Nx64 CNV CV in unframed mode, it is not possible to start an
RDL test or receive a DL test from the remote side when the device is strapped in short haul (i.e. longHaul
= disabled). However, it is possible to start a DL test directly on the device itself.

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crocusIfConvNx64<Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/crc4Insertion default: enabled

This attribute is only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.
Use the crc4Insertion attribute to enable or disable the cyclic redundancy check (CRC). If you enable this
attribute, a CRC is inserted in time slot 0 of the G.704 framed data stream. This CRC is used to check the
data integrity on the G.703 connection.

crocusIfConvNx64<Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/timeSlots default: 00000000000000000000000000000001

This attribute is only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.
Use the timeSlots attribute to …
• set the G703 interface to unframed or framed mode.
• allocate time slots in case the G703 interface is in framed mode.

Unframed and framed mode

The following table explains the difference between unframed and framed mode.

Mode Description

unframed In unframed mode, a 2 Mbps data stream is sent transparently over the line.
(transparent)

framed In framed mode, up to 31 time slots each containing a 64 kbps data stream can be
sent over the line. Each 64 kbps time slot can be enabled or disabled. Time slot 0 is
(G.704 framing)
reserved for synchronisation and signalling.

Selecting unframed mode

Select unframed mode by setting time slot TS0 to 1 (enabled). The value of the time slots TS1 up to TS31
is irrelevant.

Selecting framed mode and allocating time slots

Select framed mode and allocate time slots as follows:
1. Set time slot TS0 to 0 (disabled) to enable G.704 framing.
2. Allocate the desired time slots by setting them to value 1 (enabled).

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5.5 Configuring the interface specific attributes

This section explains the most important interface specific attributes. The following table gives an
overview of this section:

Section Title Page

5.5.1 Configuring the RTS control (RS530, V35, V36) 68

5.5.2 Configuring the LAN filter (Bridge) 69

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5.5.1 Configuring the RTS control (RS530, V35, V36)

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rtsControl default: external

Use the rtsControl attribute to define which device will activate the RTS signal.
Normal operation requires the RTS signal (circuit 105) to be active before the Crocus CNV activates its
data transfer state, as indicated by the CTS signal (circuit 106). Therefore, make sure the RTS signal is
activated either by the application or by the Crocus CNV.

If RTS control is the RTS signal is Use this setting in case …

set to … activated by …

external the application. the application has to be in command of the RTS signal.

internal the Crocus CNV. the application is not able to activate the RTS signal.

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5.5.2 Configuring the LAN filter (Bridge)

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/bridge/IanFilter default: enabled

Use the lanFilter attribute to enable or disable the filter functionality of the bridge. The lanFilter attribute can
be set to:

Value Description

enabled The bridge acts as a filter.

Refer to the figure below. Data coming from network 1, will only be let through by
the bridge if this data has a destination address outside network 1 or a multicast or
broadcast address. The bridge filters the data and decreases the traffic on the serial
line.

disabled The bridge acts as a repeater.

Refer to the figure below. All the data which originates from network 1 will be let
through to network 2. Even if the data is not destined for that network.

The following figure depicts a bridge set-up:

PC1

modem + modem +
bridge bridge

PC2

network 1 network 2
Figure 5.1: Bridge functionality

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5.6 Configuring the management attributes

This section explains the management attributes of the Crocus CNV. These attributes allow you to make
all the devices in your network accessible for management from one central location.
First this section gives you some rules of thumb and remarks concerning the management of the Crocus
CNV in a network. Then it explains the attributes that have an impact on the management of the Crocus
CNV.
The following table gives an overview of this section:

Section Title Page

5.6.1 Rules of thumb and remarks concerning management 71

5.6.2 Selecting the purpose of the control connector 72

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5.6.1 Rules of thumb and remarks concerning management

The following lists some rules of thumb concerning the management of OneAccess devices in a network:
• Make sure there is only one path towards the management system. Else you might get unexpected
results (e.g. devices that do not answer to polling, answer of several devices at once when polling one
device, etc.).

• Once your network starts to become complex on management level (i.e. more than just in-line
connections as depicted in Section 6.5 Management configuration attributes), you are advised to use
absolute addressing instead of relative addressing.
In practice, it is best to use absolute addressing when you configure one of the attributes listed below
as follows:
− ctrlPortProtocol attribute to management.

• If you use a router interface in the Crocus CNV, then you are advised to set the ctrlPortProtocol attribute
to management. Else you might be unable to manage the router interface.

• The Crocus CNV is not a true multi-device (a multi-device is a device that incorporates several
devices on one card, such as the Crocus SHDSL CV Twin). However, if a router interface is inserted
in both modular interface slot A and B and the ctrlPortProtocol attribute is set to …
− console, then the router interface in interface slot B is linked to “modem B”. In practice, this means
that when using e.g. a management concentrator you have to specify modem B in your exit port
settings.
− management, then the router interface in interface slot B is linked to “modem A”. In practice, this
means that when using e.g. a management concentrator you have to specify modem A instead of
modem B in your exit port settings.

• Changing the ctrlPortProtocol attribute causes the Crocus CNV to reboot.

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5.6.2 Selecting the purpose of the control connector

crocusIfConvAdmCv/management/ctrlPortProtocol default: console

The setting of the ctrlPortProtocol attribute depends on what purpose the control connector of the Crocus
CNV has to serve. This is explained in the following table:

Value Description

management Select this value if you want to connect the control connector of the Crocus CNV to
…
• a management concentrator (e.g. the Orchid 1003 LAN or 1035 Orchid) for
management purposes.
• the control connector of another OneAccess device using a crossed cable (i.e.
they are connected back-to-back) in order to create an extended management
link. For more information on extended management links, refer to Section 6.5
Management configuration attributes.

When connecting the control connector of the Crocus CNV to a COM port of your
computer, you can still open a TMA session on the Crocus CNV. You can however
not open a CLI or ATWIN session.

console Select this value if you want to connect the control connector of the Crocus CNV to
a COM port of your computer in order to manage the Crocus CNV using TMA, CLI
or ATWIN.

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5.7 Activating the configuration

Once the basic configuration of the Crocus CNV is made, it has to be activated. Do this by pressing the
Send all attributes to device button in TMA:

If you experience problems of any kind, you can always consult the status, performance and alarm
attributes in order to determine the problem. For more information on these attributes, refer to the
reference manual.

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6 Configuration attributes
This chapter discusses the configuration attributes of the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an
overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

6.1 Configuration attribute overview 77

6.2 General configuration attributes 78

6.3 G703 onboard configuration attributes 85

6.4 Interface configuration attributes 89

6.5 Management configuration attributes 93

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remoteAlarmMask (4)
6.1 Configuration attribute txClk
overview rxClk

>> x21 (3)

> crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>
alarmMask
sysName
alarmLevel
sysContact
alarmContactHighMask (1)
sysLocation
alarmContactLowMask (1)
bootFromFlash
remoteAlarmMask (4)
security
txClk
alarmMask
rxClk
alarmLevel
alarmContactHighMask (1) >> bridge (3)
alarmContactLowMask (1)
IanFilter
remoteAlarmMask (4)
alarmMask
Action: Activate Configuration
alarmLevel
Action: Load Saved Configuration
alarmContactHighMask (1)
Action: Load Default Configuration
alarmContactLowMask (1)
Action: Cold Boot
remoteAlarmMask (4)
txClk
>> g703OnBoard rxClk

coding >> router (3)

tests
alarmMask
alarmMask
alarmLevel
alarmLevel
alarmContactHighMask (1)
alarmContactHighMask (1)
alarmContactLowMask (1)
alarmContactLowMask (1)
remoteAlarmMask (4)
remoteAlarmMask (4)
txClk
longHaul
rxClk
crc4Insertion (2)
timeSlots (2)
name >> management
aisDetection
cms2Address
sqTime
consoleNoTrafficTimeout
sqTreshold
ctrlPortProtocol (4)

>> rs530, v35, v36 (3) .

rtsControl
ctsDelay
tests
alarmMask
alarmLevel
alarmContactHighMask (1)
alarmContactLowMask (1)

1
CV only
2
only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV
3
only present when the corresponding interface is
4
used TT only

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6.2 General configuration attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysName default: <empty>
This is a field where you can assign a name to the Crocus CNV. The field has a limit of 64 characters.
This is a SNMP MIB2 parameter.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysContact default: <empty>

This is a field where you can fill in the name of a contact person together with information on how to
contact this person. The field has a limit of 64 characters.
This is a SNMP MIB2 parameter.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysLocation default: <empty>

This is a field where you can fill in the physical location of the Crocus CNV. The field has a limit of 64
characters.
This is a SNMP MIB2 parameter.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/bootFromFlash default: auto

The Crocus CNV has two flash memory banks. Each flash memory can contain a complete software
version, but only one can be active. You can choose from the following settings:

Value If you boot the Crocus CNV then …

flash1 the first flash memory bank is activated.

flash2 the second flash memory bank is activated.

auto the Crocus CNV automatically chooses the flash memory bank containing the most
recent firmware, by comparing the firmware version numbers.

For a Crocus CNV CV, the bootFromFlash attribute only works on converter A. Although the bootFromFlash
attribute is also visible in the containment tree of converter B, its setting is ignored. Both converter A and
B use the same firmware.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/security default: <empty>

In order to avoid unauthorised access to the network and the Crocus CNV, you can create a list of
passwords with associated access levels. The security attribute contains the following elements:

Element Description Default value

password The password is a string of maximum 10 characters. <empty>

accessRights This attribute represents the access levels assigned to a 111

password. It is a bit string whereof each bit corresponds to an
access level. The table below describes the different access
levels.

Element Description

ReadAccess A password that includes this access on

level allows you to read all attributes,
except security attributes.

WriteAccess A password that includes this access on

level allows you to change all attributes,
except security attributes. Moreover, the
security attributes cannot be read.

SecurityAccess A password that includes this access on

level allows you to read and change
security attributes. The Crocus CNV has
the following security attributes:
• crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/security

If no passwords are created, everybody has complete access.

If you define at least one password, it is impossible to access the Crocus CNV with TMA if you do not
enter the correct password.
If you create a list of passwords, you should create at least one with write and security access. If not, you
will be unable to make configuration and password changes after activation of the new configuration.

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Correcting the security table

If you forgot your password or you forgot to create one with write and security access, then you can set
the Load Default Configuration DIP switch. As a result, the Crocus CNV reboots in its default
configuration. You can then retrieve the erroneous configuration and correct it.
To correct the security table, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Remove the Crocus CNV from the CN4 card nest as described in Section 3.2.5 -
Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Card Version.

2 Set DIP switch bank DS5 position 1 (for converter A) and / or 2 (for converter B) to off.
To locate this DIP switch bank, refer to Section 3.2.1 - Location of the DIP switches on
the Card Version.

3 Re-insert the Crocus CNV in the CN4 card nest.

⇒ The Crocus CNV reboots and loads the default configuration.

4 Retrieve the erroneous configuration:

1. Open a TMA session on the Crocus CNV (refer to Section 4.2 - Connecting to a
Crocus CNV with TMA).
2. Execute the Load saved configuration command.
3. Correct the error in the security table.
4. Execute the Activate Configuration command.

5 Reset DIP switch bank DS5 position 1 (for converter A) and / or 2 (for converter B) to on.

6 Re-insert the Crocus CNV in the CN4 card nest as described in Section 3.2.5 -
Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Card Version.

⇒ The Crocus CNV reboots in normal operation mode.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/alarmMask
The alarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether it is
communicated to the central management system (e.g. HP OpenView®) or not.
For more information on …
• alarms in general, refer to Section 9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes.
• the alarms of the crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> object, refer to Section 9.3 - General alarms.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/alarmLevel
With this attribute, a priority level can be assigned to each alarm of the corresponding object. The alarm
level ranges from 0 up to 254, where 0 is the lowest and 254 is the highest priority level.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/alarmContactHighMask
This attribute is only present on the CV.
The alarmContactHighMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object,
whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/alarmContactLowMask
This attribute is only present on the CV.
The alarmContactLowMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Tt/ remoteAlarmMask
This attribute is only present on the TT.
The remoteAlarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED).
• an alarm is sent to the remote Crocus CNV.

By default, all the alarms in the remoteAlarmMask are set to disabled.

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Configuration actions
Three types of configuration are present in the Crocus CNV:
• the non-active configuration
• the active configuration
• the default configuration.

When configuring the Crocus CNV with TMA, as in Chapter 5 - Step-by-step configuration, the following
happens:

Phase Action Result

1 The computer running TMA is connected The non-active configuration is displayed

to the Crocus CNV. on the screen.

2 Modifications are made on the non-active These modifications have no immediate

configuration. influence on the active configuration
currently used by the Crocus CNV.

3 All necessary modifications are carried out Now, the non-active configuration has to
on the non-active configuration. be made active.

4 Execute the Activate Configuration action. The non-active configuration becomes the
active configuration.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/Activate Configuration
If you execute this action, the editable non-active configuration becomes the active configuration.
To activate a configuration, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In the TMA window, select the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> and the group
Configuration.

2 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Activate Configuration so that
this action is selected.

3 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

The Activate Configuration action can also be performed with the Send all attributes to device button: .

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/Load Saved Configuration

If you are in the progress of modifying the non-active configuration but made some mistakes, you might
want to revert to the active configuration. If you execute the Load Saved Configuration action, the non-active
configuration is overwritten by the active configuration currently used by the Crocus CNV.
To reload the active configuration, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In the TMA window, select the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> and the group
Configuration.

2 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Load Saved Configuration so that
this action is selected.

3 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

4 To see the active configuration, press the Retrieve all attributes from device button:

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/Load Default Configuration

If you install the Crocus CNV for the first time, all configuration attributes are set to their default value. If
the Crocus CNV has already been configured a number of times and you want to reconfigure it starting
from scratch, you can load the default configuration.
To load the default configuration, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In the TMA window, select the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> and the group
Configuration.

2 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Load Default Configuration so
that this action is selected.

3 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

4 To see the default configuration, press the Retrieve all attributes from device button

5 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Activate Configuration so that
this action is selected.

6 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/Cold Boot
This action will reboot the Crocus CNV while the power stays up (the Crocus CNV also reboots if it is
powered down and up again).
This implies that:
• it checks which firmware to use
• it reads the saved configuration and restarts program execution.

You can use this action, for instance, to activate new firmware.
To perform a cold boot, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In the TMA window, select the top object crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> and the group
Configuration, Status, Performance or Alarms.

2 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on Cold Boot so that this action is
selected.

3 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

⇒ The session between TMA and the Crocus CNV is interrupted.

4 Re-establish a TMA session on the Crocus CNV.

⇒ The Crocus CNV attributes reappear on your screen.

If a Cold Boot is performed on a Crocus CNV CV, both converter A and B reboot.

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6.3 G703 onboard configuration attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/coding default: HDB3
Use the coding attribute to set the G703 interface encoding mode. Two encoding modes are available:

Value Description

AMI Alternate Mark Inversion is a bipolar code with no zero substitution.

HDB3 High Density Bipolar 3 is a modified bipolar code.

With HDB3 encoding, more than three consecutive zeroes occurring in the data are
replaced by a substitution word. This to ensure a high pulse density. Therefore,
data links using the HDB3 code can carry data patterns with a low 1 density. Most
of the G703 applications use HDB3 encoding.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/tests
Use the tests attribute to enable or disable detection of an RDL test and to set its duration:

Element Description Default value

rdlDetect When set to disabled, this attribute prevents that a digital loop enabled
can be performed by a remote Crocus CNV on the local Crocus
CNV.

When rdlDetect is disabled, and a remote Crocus CNV initiates an

RDL test, the local Crocus CNV will not go in digital loop.
However, the DTE interface of the remote Crocus CNV will be
clamped and data transfer is interrupted.

testDuration Some tests cause an interruption of the normal data transfer. 03m 00s
Therefore, all tests are automatically terminated after a time-out
period which is specified with the testDuration attribute.
The time-out ranges from 00h 00m 01s up to 18h 12m 15s. Entering
00h 00m 00s disables the time-out period.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/alarmMask
The alarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether it is
communicated to the central management system (e.g. HP OpenView®) or not.
For more information on …
• alarms in general, refer to Section 9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes.
• the alarms of the g703OnBoard object, refer to Section 9.4 - G703 onboard alarms.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/alarmLevel
With this attribute, a priority level can be assigned to each alarm of the corresponding object. The alarm
level ranges from 0 up to 254, where 0 is the lowest and 254 is the highest priority level.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/g703OnBoard/alarmContactHighMask
This attribute is only present on the CV.
The alarmContactHighMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object,
whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/g703OnBoard/alarmContactLowMask
This attribute is only present on the CV.
The alarmContactLowMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/longHaul default: enabled

The onboard G703 interface is equipped with a driver. This enables you to cover long distances. The
driver can be enabled or disabled.
The distances that can be covered are in the order of:
• 2.5 km using a cable with a diameter of 0.6 mm
• 1.25 km using a cable with a diameter of 0.4 mm.

Important remark
On a Crocus 2M CNV CV and on a Crocus Nx64 CNV CV in unframed mode, it is not possible to start an
RDL test or receive a DL test from the remote side when the device is strapped in short haul (i.e. longHaul
= disabled). However, it is possible to start a DL test directly on the device itself.

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crocusIfConvNx64<Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/crc4Insertion default: enabled

This attribute is only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.
Use the crc4Insertion attribute to enable or disable the cyclic redundancy check (CRC). If you enable this
attribute, a CRC is inserted in time slot 0 of the G.704 framed data stream. This CRC is used to check the
data integrity on the G.703 connection.

crocusIfConvNx64<Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/timeSlots default: 00000000000000000000000000000001

This attribute is only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.
Use the timeSlots attribute to …
• set the G703 interface to unframed or framed mode.
• allocate time slots in case the G703 interface is in framed mode.

Unframed and framed mode

The following table explains the difference between unframed and framed mode.

Mode Description

unframed In unframed mode, a 2 Mbps data stream is sent transparently over the line.
(transparent)

framed In framed mode, up to 31 time slots each containing a 64 kbps data stream can be
sent over the line. Each 64 kbps time slot can be enabled or disabled. Time slot 0 is
(G.704 framing)
reserved for synchronisation and signalling.

Selecting unframed mode

Select unframed mode by setting time slot TS0 to 1 (enabled). The value of the time slots TS1 up to TS31
is irrelevant.

Selecting framed mode and allocating time slots

Select framed mode and allocate time slots as follows:
1. Set time slot TS0 to 0 (disabled) to enable G.704 framing.
2. Allocate the desired time slots by setting them to value 1 (enabled).

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/name default: <empty>

Use the name attribute to assign an administrative name to the interface.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/aisDetection default: enabled

Use this attribute to enable or disable the detection of the Alarm Indication Signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/sqTime default: 00000d 00h 01m 00s

Use this attribute to set the signal quality time. This is the period (in days, hours, minutes and seconds)
during which the signal quality threshold is measured.
If the sqThreshold value, i.e. the number of errored seconds, is exceeded within the sqTime, then a signal
quality (sq) alarm is generated. For example, if 10 (default) or more errored seconds occur within 1
minute (default), then a signal quality alarm is generated.
The sqTime value ranges from 00000d 00h 00m 00s up to 24855d 03h 14m 07s.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/sqTreshold default: 32 bits

Use this attribute to set the signal quality threshold. This is the number of errored seconds for which a
signal quality alarm is generated.
If the sqThreshold value, i.e. the number of errored seconds, is exceeded within the sqTime, then a signal
quality (sq) alarm is generated. For example, if 10 (default) or more errored seconds occur within 1 minute
(default), then a signal quality alarm is generated.
The sqThreshold value ranges from 0 up to 65535.
crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Tt/ remoteAlarmMask
This attribute is only present on the TT.
The remoteAlarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED).
• an alarm is sent to the remote Crocus CNV.

By default, all the alarms in the remoteAlarmMask are set to disabled.

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6.4 Interface configuration attributes

This section discusses the configuration attributes of the different DTE interfaces. The following table
gives an overview of this section.

Section Title Page

6.4.1 General interface configuration attributes 90

6.4.2 RS530, V35 and V36 interface configuration attributes 91

6.4.3 Bridge interface configuration attributes 92

Because some of the interface configuration attributes are present on every interface, they are discussed
in a general section. All other sections discuss the interface specific attributes.

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6.4.1 General interface configuration attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/alarmMask
The alarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether it is
communicated to the central management system (e.g. HP OpenView®) or not.
For more information on …
• alarms in general, refer to Section 9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes.
• the alarms of the <dteInterface> object, refer to Section 9.5 - Interface alarms.

Note that the underlying alarms may differ for each interface.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/alarmLevel
With this attribute, a priority level can be assigned to each alarm of the corresponding object. The alarm
level ranges from 0 up to 254, where 0 is the lowest and 254 is the highest priority level.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/<dteInterface>/alarmContactHighMask
This attribute is only present on the CV.
The alarmContactHighMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object,
whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/<dteInterface>/alarmContactLowMask
This attribute is only present on the CV.
The alarmContactLowMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/txClk default: <interface dependent>

Use this attribute to select the clocking mode of the DTE interface its transmit clock. For more information
on clocking, refer to Section 5.3 - Configuring the clocking mode.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rxClk default: fromLine

Use this attribute to select the clocking mode of the DTE interface its receive clock. For more information
on clocking, refer to Section 5.3 - Configuring the clocking mode.

• crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Tt/ remoteAlarmMask
This attribute is only present on the TT.
The remoteAlarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED).
• an alarm is sent to the remote Crocus CNV.

By default, all the alarms in the remoteAlarmMask are set to disabled.

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6.4.2 RS530, V35 and V36 interface configuration attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rtsControl default: external

Use the rtsControl attribute to define which device will activate the RTS signal.
Normal operation requires the RTS signal (circuit 105) to be active before the Crocus CNV activates its
data transfer state, as indicated by the CTS signal (circuit 106). Therefore, make sure the RTS signal is
activated either by the application or by the Crocus CNV.

If RTS control is the RTS signal is Use this setting in case …

set to … activated by …

external the application. the application has to be in command of the RTS signal.

internal the Crocus CNV. the application is not able to activate the RTS signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ctsDelay default: 0 ms
Use the ctsDelay attribute to define the delay between the active edge of the incoming RTS signal and the
active edge of the outgoing CTS signal.
The delays that can be selected are: 0 ms, 4 ms, 16 ms and 64 ms.

If RTS control is set to … then …

external a delay is provided between:

• the moment the active edge of the RTS signal comes in
• the moment the active edge of the outgoing CTS signal is generated.

internal no delay is provided. The CTS signal is always on.

Between the moment the RTS signal drops and the moment the CTS signal drops, no delay is provided.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/tests default: disabled

Use the tests attribute to enable or disable the interface tests.
The interface tests of the Crocus CNV are useful to trace possible problems. These interface tests are
initiated by the application via the interface. If these tests are not supported by the application, it is
possible that an undesired test is activated resulting in a disturbance of the data transfer. Therefore, they
are disabled by default.
The available interface tests are:
• interfaceAl: interface Analogue Loop
• interfaceRdl: interface Remote Digital Loop

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6.4.3 Bridge interface configuration attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/bridge/IanFilter default: enabled

Use the lanFilter attribute to enable or disable the filter functionality of the bridge. For more information,
refer to Section 5.5.2 - Configuring the LAN filter (Bridge).

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6.5 Management configuration attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/management/cms2Address default: 0
If you want to connect to a Crocus CNV with TMA, you have to specify the address of the Crocus CNV.
Refer to Section 4.2 - Connecting to a Crocus CNV with TMA.
There are two different types of addresses:

Address type Description

relative This type of addressing is meant for a network topology where the devices are
connected in-line on management level. I.e. with extended management links (1)
between two devices. Refer to the figure below : Relative addressing.
To enable relative addressing, no address has to be specified in the device.

(1)
An extended management link is realised with a crossed cable between the
auxiliary connectors of the two devices. You also have to set the console attribute to
the value management.

absolute This type of addressing is meant for a network topology where the devices are not
connected in-line on management level. I.e. when there is a digital multipoint device
present (e.g. the Orchid DM). Refer to the figure below : Absolute addressing.
To enable absolute addressing, an address has to be specified in the device. This
is done with the attribute cms2Address. The absolute addressing range goes from 0
up to 65535.

extended
link

PC running relative 0 relative 1 relative 2 relative 3

TMA
Relative addressing

digital
multipoint
example:
absolute 10
example:
PC running example: absolute 20
example:
TMA absolute 0 absolute 1 example:
absolute 30
Absolute addressing

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/management/consoleNoTrafficTimeout default: 30m 00s

You can open a TMA session on the Crocus CNV through the auxiliary connector. These sessions close
automatically if there is no user interaction during a certain time-out period. This time-out period can be
set with the consoleNoTrafficTimeOut attribute.
The purpose of such a timer is to protect the Crocus CNV against unauthorised access in case the last
user did not close his session.
The consoleNoTrafficTimeOut value ranges from 00000d 00h 00m 00s up to 24855d 03h 14m 07s.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/management/ctrlPortProtocol default: console

The setting of the console attribute depends on what purpose the auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV
has to serve. This is explained in the following table:

Value Description

management Select this value if you want to connect the auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV
to …
• the Orchid 1003 LAN for management purposes.
• the auxiliary connector of another Crocus CNV using a crossed cable (i.e. they
are connected back-to-back) in order to create an extended management link.
For more information on extended management links, refer to the previous table.

When connecting the auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV to a COM port of your
computer, you can still open a TMA session on the Crocus CNV. You can however
not open a CLI or ATWIN session.

console Select this value if you want to connect the auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV
to a COM port of your computer in order to manage the Crocus CNV using TMA,
CLI or ATWIN.

The console attribute is present on the Table Top only, not on the Card Version. This because the
management connection between the Crocus CNV CV and the Orchid 1003 LAN happens through the
high speed bus on the CN4 backplane instead of through the auxiliary connector.
This implies that the auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV CV …
• can not be connected to:
− the Orchid 1003 LAN for management purposes
− the auxiliary connector of another Crocus CNV to create an extended management link.
• can be connected to a COM port of your computer in order to manage it with TMA, CLI or ATWIN.

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7 Status attributes
This chapter discusses the status attributes of the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an overview of
this chapter.

Section Title Page

7.1 Status attribute overview 96

7.2 General status attributes 98

7.3 G703 onboard status attributes 101

7.4 Interface status attributes 104

7.5 Management status attributes 110

7.6 Operating system status attributes 111

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7.1 Status attribute overview

> crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> >> rs530, v35, v36 (2)

sysDesc txdItu103
sysObjectID rxdItu104
sysUpTime rtsItu105
sysServices ctsItu106
flash1Version dsrItuT107
flash2Version dcdItu109
activeFlash rdlItu140
bootVersion alItu141
flashVersions tiItu142
messages ifDescr
deviceId ifType
configurationSaving ifSpeed
ifOperStatus
ifClockingTx
>> g703OnBoard ifClockingRx
testType
testOriginator >> x21 (2)
testStatus txdItu103
errorCount rxdItu104
lineAttenuation (dB) indicator
ifDescr ifDescr
ifType ifType
txdItu103 ifSpeed
rxdItu104 ifOperStatus
ifSpeed ifClockingTx
ifOperStatus ifClockingRx
ais
los
lfa (1)
(1)
only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV

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>> bridge (2)

wanTxd
wanRxd
ifDescr
ifType
ifSpeed
ifOperStatus
ifClockingTx
ifClockingRx

>> router (2)

ifDescr
ifType
ifSpeed
ifOperStatus
ifClockingTx
ifClockingRx
(2)
only present when the corresponding
interface is used

>> management
ifSpeed
cardNestNumber (3)
cardSlotNumber (3)
position (3)
(3)
CV only

>> operatingSystem
taskInfo

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7.2 General status attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysDescr
This is a textual description of the device. This is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.
Example: Crocus CNV Txxxx/xxxxx 01/01/00 12:00. In this example the following parameters are visible:
• Crocus CNV is the device name
• Txxxx/xxxxx is the firmware code and version
• 01/01/00 12:00 is the firmware release date and time.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysObjectID
This is the SNMP identification string. This is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.
Example: 1.3.6.1.4.1.776.13.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysUpTime
This is the elapsed time since last power-on or cold boot of the Crocus CNV.
Example: 00005d 02h 42m 15s, which means 5 days, 2 hours, 42 minutes and 15 seconds.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/sysServices
This is the SNMP service identification. This is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.
Example: 4, which indicates that the Crocus CNV has an end-to-end functionality.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/flash1Version
This displays the code and version of the firmware currently stored in flash bank 1. If this value is empty
then flash bank 1 does not contain firmware.
Example: Txxxx/xxxxx 01/01/00 12:00. In this example the following parameters are visible:
• Txxxx is the firmware code for this device
• /xxxxx is the firmware version
• 01/01/00 is the firmware release date
• 12:00 is the firmware release time.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/flash2Version
This displays the code and version of the firmware currently stored in flash bank 2. If this value is empty
then flash bank 2 does not contain firmware or the Crocus CNV is equipped with one flash bank only.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/activeFlash
This displays which flash bank is currently active.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/bootVersion
This displays the code and version of the boot software currently used in the Crocus CNV.
Example: Txxxx/xxxxx 01/01/00 12:00. In this example the following parameters are visible:
• Txxxx is the boot software code for this device
• /xxxxx is the boot software version
• 01/01/00 is the boot software release date
• 12:00 is the boot software release time.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/flashVersion
This attribute indicates how many flash banks are present in the Crocus CNV. Hence it indicates how
many firmware versions can be stored in the Crocus CNV. The possible values are 1 and 2.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/messages
This table displays informative and error messages, e.g. Reconfigured, Cold Boot, … The messages table
displays maximum 20 messages.

If you do not open a TMA session over the control port, then the messages are also sent to the control
port. This means that if you open a terminal emulation session on the control port, you can monitor these
messages. If you hit the ENTER key, the messages stop.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/deviceId
This displays a unique code. This code is programmed into the Crocus CNV before it leaves the factory.
You can use this code for inventory purposes.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/configurationSaving
This attribute indicates when the Crocus CNV is writing its (new) configuration to the flash memory.

Value Description

busy The Crocus CNV is busy writing its configuration to the flash memory. During this state, do
not power-down or reboot the Crocus CNV else the new configuration will be lost.

done The Crocus CNV has finished writing its configuration to the flash memory.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/testType
This attribute displays which interface test is currently active on the onboard G703 interface. The possible
indications are:

Value Description

no No test is active.

al An Analogue Loop is active.

dl A Digital Loop is active.

rdl A Remote Digital Loop is active.

et An Error Test is active.

alEt A combination of an Analogue Loop and an Error Test is active.

rdlEt A combination of a Remote Digital Loop and an Error Test is active.

For more information on these tests, refer to Chapter 11.5 - Diagnostic tests.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/testOriginator
This attribute displays the origin of the active test. The possible indications are:

Value Description

nms The test is initiated by the Total Maintenance Application or a central management
system (e.g. TMA under HP OpenView®).

keyboard The test is initiated by means of the buttons on the front panel of the Crocus CNV.

interface The test is initiated by the application, via the interface.

remote The test is initiated by the remote Crocus CNV.

unknown There are two possibilities:

• No test is running.
• For some reason it is not possible to define the origin of the test.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/testStatus
This attribute displays the status of the active test. The possible indications are:

Value Description

progressing The test is starting.

running The test is running.

ending The test is ending.

unknown There are two possibilities:

• No test is running.
• For some reason it is not possible to retrieve the status of the test.

Normally when an RDL test is started on a local device, the testStatus changes from progressing to running
after the remote device has acknowledged that the RDL test has been initiated successfully. However,
because of the characteristics of the chip used in the Crocus CNV, the testStatus indicates running
immediately after starting the RDL test on the local Crocus CNV. In other words, there is no guarantee
that the RDL test was initiated successfully on the remote Crocus CNV.
This remark applies to the Crocus 2M CNV and the Crocus Nx64 CNV running in unframed mode.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/errorCount
This attribute displays the amount of detected errors since the start of an ET, AL-ET or RDL-ET test.
Every time a new ET, AL-ET or RDL-ET is started, the errorCount attribute is reset to 0.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/lineAttenuation(dB)
This attribute displays the current G703 line attenuation in dB, e.g. 11.0.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/ifDescr
This attribute displays the interface description (g703OnBoard). It is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/ifType
This attribute displays the interface type (other). It is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/txdItu103
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the transmit data signal (circuit 103). The txdItu103 attribute
only indicates the presence of the TxD signal, it does not monitor the real data signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/rxdItu104
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the receive data signal (circuit 104). The rxdItu104 attribute
only indicates the presence of the RxD signal, it does not monitor the real data signal.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/ifSpeed
This attribute displays the current interface speed in bits per second (bps), e.g. 640000. When the
interface is down (ifOperStatus = down), the interface speed is 0.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/ifOperStatus
This attribute displays the current operational status of the interface. The possible indications are:

Value Description

up The interface is up, data transfer is possible. In other words, there is a valid
connection.

down The interface is down, data transfer is not possible. In other words, there is no valid
connection. For example, because the onboard G703 is not connected.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/ais
This attribute indicates (on / off) whether an alarm indication signal has been received on the interface.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/los
This attribute indicates (on / off) whether a loss of signal has occurred.

crocusIfConvNx64<Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/lfa
This attribute indicates (on / off) whether a loss of frame alignment has occurred. This attribute is only
present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.

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7.4 Interface status attributes

This section discusses the status attributes of the different DTE interfaces. The following table gives an
overview of this section.

Section Title Page

7.4.1 General interface status attributes 105

7.4.2 RS530, V35 and V36 interface status attributes 107

7.4.3 X21 interface status attributes 108

7.4.4 Bridge interface status attributes 109

Because some of the interface status attributes are present on every interface, they are discussed in a
general section. All other sections discuss the interface specific attributes.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ifDescr
This attribute displays the modular DTE interface description. It is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ifType
This attribute displays the modular DTE interface type. It is an SNMP MIB2 parameter.
The following table shows the ifDescr and ifType attribute for each modular DTE interface.

DTE interface ifDescr value ifType value

RS530 rs530 other

V35 v35 other

V36 v36 other

X21 x21 other

Bridge bridge ethernet-csmacd

Router router other

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ifSpeed
This attribute displays the current DTE interface speed in bits per second (bps), e.g. 640000. When the
DTE interface is down (ifOperStatus = down), the DTE interface speed is 0.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ifOperStatus
This attribute displays the current operational status of the DTE interface. The possible indications are:

Value Description

up The DTE interface is up, data transfer is possible. In other words, there is a valid
connection between the DTE and the interface.

down The DTE interface is down, data transfer is not possible. In other words, there is no
valid connection between the DTE and the interface. For example, because there is
no connection between DTE and the interface.

Remarks
• In case of a Bridge interface, the ifSpeed attribute displays the speed on the LAN interface. In other
words, when a LAN is connected (i.e. ifOperStatus = up) then the ifSpeed is always 10240000 bps,
disregarding of the configuration attribute speed setting.

• In case of a Router interface the ifSpeed and ifOperStatus attributes display the speed and operational
status between the Router interface and the Crocus CNV. This implies that as soon as you insert a
Router interface in the Crocus CNV then the crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/router/ifOperStatus value
becomes up, disregarding of the operational statuses on the Router interface itself. For that
information you have to connect to the Router interface.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ifClockingTx

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ifClockingRx
These attributes display the clocking mode which is actually used by the Crocus CNV.
This is not necessarily the clocking mode you configured. It can be a clocking mode that is selected by
the Crocus CNV because it was not possible to select the clocking mode of your choice (for example,
because the external clock signal is lost).

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/txdItu103
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the transmit data signal (circuit 103). The txdItu103 attribute
only indicates the presence of the TxD signal, it does not monitor the real data signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rxdItu104
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the receive data signal (circuit 104). The rxdItu104 attribute
only indicates the presence of the RxD signal, it does not monitor the real data signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rtsItu105
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the request to send signal (circuit 105).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/ctsItu106
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the clear to send signal (circuit 106).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/dsrItu107
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the data set ready signal (circuit 107).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/dcdItu109
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the data carrier detect signal (circuit 109).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/rdlItu140
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the remote digital loop signal (circuit 140).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/alItu141
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the analogue loop signal (circuit 141).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/tiItu142
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the test indication signal (circuit 142).

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7.4.3 X21 interface status attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/x21/txdItu103
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the transmit data signal (circuit 103). The txdItu103 attribute
only indicates the presence of the TxD signal, it does not monitor the real data signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/x21/rxdItu104
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the receive data signal (circuit 104). The rxdItu104 attribute
only indicates the presence of the RxD signal, it does not monitor the real data signal.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/x21/indicator
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the indicator signal.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/wanTxd
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the WAN TxD (wide area network transmit data) signal, after
encapsulation of the user data on the Bridge interface.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/wanRxd
This attribute displays the status (on / off) of the WAN RxD (wide area network receive data) signal,
before extraction of the user data on the Bridge interface.

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7.5 Management status attributes

The attributes cardSlotNumber, cardNestNumber and position are only present on a Crocus CNV Card Version,
not on a Table Top.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/management/ifSpeed
This attribute displays the current management interface speed in bits per second (bps), e.g. 9600.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/management/cardNestNumber
This attribute displays the CN4 card nest address.
It is possible to manage the Crocus CNV with the Orchid 1003 LAN management concentrator. In that
case, the address of the CN4 card nest has to be known so that the Orchid can address the Crocus CNV.
The CN4 card nest address can be set with DIP switches at the back of the card nest. For more
information, refer to the CN4 manual.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/management/cardSlotNumber
This attribute displays in which slot of the CN4 card nest the Crocus CNV is situated.
It is possible to manage the Crocus CNV with the Orchid 1003 LAN management concentrator. In that
case, the Crocus CNV its position in the CN4 card nest has to be known so that the Orchid can address
the Crocus CNV.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/management/position
This attribute displays the position of the converter (A or B) on the Card Version.
It is possible to manage the Crocus CNV with the Orchid 1003 LAN management concentrator. In that
case, the position of the converter on the card has to be known so that the Orchid can address that
particular converter.

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7.6 Operating system status attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/taskInfo
The taskInfo table displays status information about the operating system. The table contains the following
attributes:

Attribute Description

taskName Name of the task.

taskStatus Current status. The task can have the following status values:

Value Description

awake This task is actually running.

asleep This task is waiting on an event.

inactive This task slot is not active, i.e. no task has been assigned to
this slot.

load30s (%) This is the load on the processor during the last 30 seconds.

load5m (%) This is the load on the processor during the last 5 minutes.

runningInMedium Each task can be running with a low, medium or high priority. This element gives
(%) the percentage of time this task is running with medium priority during the last 30
seconds.

runningInHigh (%) Each task can be running with a low, medium or high priority. This element gives
the percentage of time this task is running with high priority during the last 30
seconds. The percentage of time this task is running with low priority can be
calculated using the following formula:
100% - runningInMedium (%) - runningInHigh (%).

programCounter This is the current value of the program counter. The program counter is the
memory address for the current instruction of this task.

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8 Performance attributes
This chapter discusses the performance attributes of the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an
overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

8.1 Performance attribute overview 113

8.2 Introducing the performance attributes 114

8.3 G703 onboard performance attributes 116

8.4 Operating system performance attributes 120

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8.1 Performance attribute overview

> crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>

>> g703OnBoard
errorCount
h2Performance
h24Performance
g826Performance
h2G826Performance
h24G826Performance
g703Performance
h2G703Performance
h24G703Performance
Action: Test Activation

>> operatingSytem
currUsedProcPower (%)
freeDataBuffers
totalDataBuffers
largestFreeBlockSize
freeBlockCount
freeMemory
totalMemory
usedProcPower
taskInfo

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8.2 Introducing the performance attributes

Performance information can be used for the following:
• If network problems arise, information about the history of the communication link can be reviewed
and analysed. These statistics can be useful to locate and solve the problem.
• By collecting performance information, an operator can keep track of the global performance of the
network, e.g. network bottlenecks can be traced, etc.

Before discussing the performance attributes of the Crocus CNV in detail, some general information on
the performance attributes of the Crocus CNV is given.
This section can be broken up into two parts:
• First, the timing of the performance information is explained.
• Secondly, frequently used terms such as sysUpTime, min, max, avrg, count and time are explained.

Performance timing
The following table explains the performance information timing.

Interval Description

2 hours The performance information is accumulated during a 15 minutes time span,

called a period. After a period, the accumulated performance information is
written into a buffer. Then a new period starts. To cover a 2 hours interval, 8
periods are kept.
The buffer in which the information is stored, is a circular buffer. I.e. every 15
minutes the most recent measured and calculated values are added, and the
oldest values are lost.

24 hours The performance information is accumulated during a 2 hours time span, called
a period. After a period, the accumulated performance information is written into
a buffer. Then a new period starts. To cover a 24 hours interval, 12 periods are
kept.
The buffer in which the information is stored, is a circular buffer. I.e. every 2
hours the most recent measured and calculated values are added, and the
oldest values are lost.

since boot In this case, the performance information is kept since the latest cold boot of the
Crocus CNV. This can be considered as a performance information summary.

The Crocus CNV does not contain a real-time clock, therefore time information is related to its internal
clock. To allow you to situate the time intervals in the real time, the sysUpTime attribute is returned together
with the performance information.

Only the available performance information is displayed. If the interrogation happens shortly after boot, no
values are displayed. For example for the 2 hours and 24 hours intervals, the new performance
information is available only when a complete time span (15 minutes, 2 hours) has elapsed.

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Performance terms
The following table explains the performance information terms.

Term Description

sysUpTime Displays the elapsed time since the last cold boot.

min, max, avrg Display the minimum, maximum and average values calculated for the
corresponding period.
E.g. min-max-avrg value of the bit error rate.

count Counts the number of times an event occurred during the corresponding period.
E.g. the number of loss of signal alarms.

time Indicates the time duration of an event during the corresponding period.
E.g. the time during which a loss of signal alarm was present.

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8.3 G703 onboard performance attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/errorCount
This attribute displays the amount of detected errors since the start of an ET, AL-ET or RDL-ET test.
Every time a new ET, AL-ET or RDL-ET is started, the errorCount attribute is reset to 0.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/h2Performance
This structured value displays the 2 hours performance summary related to the performance. The
h2Performance structured value elements are the following:

Element For the corresponding period, this value displays …

sysUpTime the elapsed time since the last cold boot.

lineAttenuationMin(dB) the minimum G703 line attenuation that was measured.

lineAttenuationMax(dB) the maximum G703 line attenuation that was measured.

lineAttenuationAvrg(dB) the average G703 line attenuation that was calculated.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/h24Performance
This structured value displays the 24 hours performance summary related to the performance. The
h24Performance elements are the same as the h2Performance elements.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/g826Performance
This structured value displays the performance summary related to the G826 performance. The
g826Performance structured value elements are the following:

Element For the time since the last cold boot, this value displays …

linkDownCount the number of times the G703 line went down.

linkDownTime the total amount of time the G703 line was down.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/h2g826Performance
This structured value displays the 2 hours performance summary related to the G826 performance. The
h2g826Performance structured value elements are the following:

Element For the corresponding period, this value displays …

sysUpTime the elapsed time since the last cold boot.

linkDownCount the number of times the G703 line went down.

linkDownTime the amount of time the G703 line was down.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/h24g826Performance
This structured value displays the 24 hours performance summary related to the G826 performance. The
h24g826Performance elements are the same as the h2g826Performance elements.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/g703Performance
This structured value displays the performance summary related to the G703 performance. The
g703Performance structured value elements are the following:

Element For the time since the last cold boot, this value displays …

aisCount the number of times an Alarm Indication Signals was detected.

aisTime the total amount of time an Alarm Indication Signal was detected.

losCount the number of times a Loss Of Signal was detected.

losTime the total amount of time a Loss Of Signal was detected.

lfaCount the number of times a Loss of Frame Alignment was detected.

lfaTime the total amount of time a Loss of Frame Alignment was detected.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/h2g703Performance
This structured value displays the 2 hours performance summary related to the G703 performance. The
h2g703Performance structured value elements are the following:

Element For the corresponding period, this value displays …

sysUpTime the elapsed time since the last cold boot.

aisCount the number of times an Alarm Indication Signals was detected.

aisTime the total amount of time an Alarm Indication Signal was detected.

losCount the number of times a Loss Of Signal was detected.

losTime the total amount of time a Loss Of Signal was detected.

lfaCount the number of times a Loss of Frame Alignment was detected. This element is
only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.

lfaTime the total amount of time a Loss of Frame Alignment was detected. This element
is only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/h24g703Performance
This structured value displays the 24 hours performance summary related to the G703 performance. The
h24g703Performance elements are the same as the h2g703Performance elements.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/Test Activation
Use this action to perform a test on the Crocus CNV. These tests are useful to trace possible problems.
Possible tests are: no, al, dl, rdl, et, alEt, rdlEt.
To execute a test, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In the TMA window, select the object g703OnBoard and the group Performance.

2 In the action window of TMA, click the left mouse button on the field under the heading
Argument Value.

⇒ A drop down box appears.

3 In the drop down box, select the test you want to execute.

4 Press the right mouse button and select Execute.

For more information on these tests, refer to Chapter 11.5 - Diagnostic tests.

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8.4 Operating system performance attributes

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/currUsedProcPower (%)
This is the amount of processing power used during the last 650 milliseconds, expressed as a
percentage of the total available processing power.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/freeDataBuffers
The processor uses buffers for storing the packets during processing and/or queuing. Each buffer has a
256 byte size, headers included. This attribute is the number of data buffers currently not in use and
available for e.g. incoming data.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/totalDataBuffers
This is the total number of available data buffers.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/largestFreeBlockSize
The processor uses RAM memory for storing internal information and buffering (see totalDataBuffers). The
different tasks allocate RAM memory on request. Tasks may also free memory again. In this way the total
RAM memory becomes fragmented. This attribute gives the size of the largest contiguous free memory
block expressed in bytes.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/freeBlockCount
This is the number of free contiguous memory blocks.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/freeMemory
This is the total free memory expressed in bytes.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/totalMemory
This is the total RAM memory expressed in bytes.

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crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/usedProcPower
This table lists the used processing power for the 11 most recent 30 seconds intervals. The processing
power is expressed as a percentage of the total processing power. Each entry in the attribute
usedProcPower is composed of the following attributes:

Value Description

sysUpTime Displays the elapsed time since the last cold boot. The next values are for the 30
seconds period before this relative time stamp.

minimumPP (%) This is the minimum percentage of processing power in use during the last 30
seconds.

averagePP (%) This is the average percentage of processing power in use during the last 30
seconds.

maximumPP (%) This is the maximum percentage of processing power in use during the last 30
seconds.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/operatingSystem/taskInfo
This attribute contains status information concerning the different tasks running on the processor. It is a
table grouping up to 31 task slots, which is the maximum number of parallel tasks running on the
processor’s operating system.
This attribute contains the same information as taskInfo in the status group (refer to Section 7.6 -
Operating system status attributes).

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9 Alarm attributes
This chapter discusses the alarm attributes of the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an overview of
this chapter.

Section Title Page

9.1 Alarm attribute overview 123

9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes 124

9.3 General alarms 129

9.4 G703 onboard alarms 131

9.5 Interface alarms 132

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9.1 Alarm attribute overview

> crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>
totalAlarmLevel
alarmInfo
notResponding
alarmSyncLoss
configChanged
access
remoteAlarm (1)
powerSupply1CvFail (2)
powerSupply2CvFail (2)
powersupply48vfail (2)
unknownState
coldBoot
warmBoot
codeConsistencyFail
configConsistencyFail

>> g703OnBoard
alarmInfo
linkDown
ais
testActive
lfa (1)
sq
lossOfTiming

>> rs530, v35, v36, x21, bridge, router (3)

alarmInfo
linkDown

1
only present on the Crocus Nx64 CNV
2
CV only
3
only present when the corresponding interface is
used

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9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes

Before discussing the alarm attributes of the Crocus CNV in detail, some general information on the
alarm attributes of the Crocus CNV is given.
The following table gives an overview of this section.

Section Title Page

9.2.1 Configuration alarm attributes 125

9.2.2 General alarm attributes 127

9.2.3 Alarm signalling 128

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9.2.1 Configuration alarm attributes

The following four configuration alarm attributes are already explained in Chapter 6 - Configuration
attributes, but are explained more thoroughly below.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/…/alarmMask
The alarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether it is
communicated to the central management system (e.g. HP OpenView®) or not.
Alarms are always seen in the alarmInfo of an object, regardless of the masking of the alarm. I.e. even if an
alarm is set to disabled in the alarmMask of an object, if the alarm condition is fulfilled then the alarm will be
set to on in the alarmInfo of that object. Also the alarm count and time in the performance information will
increment.
However, because this alarm is disabled:
• it will not be sent to the central management system (e.g. HP OpenView®)
• it will not cause a change of colour in the subsystem picture (refer to Chapter 10 - TMA subsystem
picture of the Crocus CNV)
• the bit string currentAlarms will not be shifted towards the value previousAlarms of the alarmInfo attribute
(refer to Section 9.2.2 General alarm attributes)

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/…/alarmLevel
With this attribute, a priority level can be assigned to each alarm of the corresponding object. The alarm
level ranges from 0 to 254, where 0 is the lowest and 254 is the highest priority level.
The alarmLevel of an unmasked, active alarm is sent to the totalAlarmLevel of the top object
crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/…/alarmContactHighMask
This attribute is present on the CV only.
The alarmContactHighMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object,
whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven
• an alarm is sent to the remote Crocus CNV (only on the Crocus Nx64 CNV in framed mode).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Cv/…/alarmContactLowMask
This attribute is present on the CV only.
The alarmContactLowMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED)
• the alarm contacts on the CN4 card nest are driven
an alarm is sent to the remote Crocus CNV (only on the Crocus Nx64 CNV in framed mode).

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64>Tt/…/remoteAlarmMask
This attribute is present on the TT only.
The remoteAlarmMask attribute enables or disables for each alarm of the corresponding object, whether:
• a visual indication is generated (blinking error LED).
• an alarm is sent to the remote Crocus CNV.

By default, all the alarms in the remoteAlarmMask are set to disabled.

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9.2.2 General alarm attributes

The general alarm attributes totalAlarmLevel and alarmInfo are explained below.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/totalAlarmLevel
This attribute is only present in the top object of the containment tree of the Crocus CNV,
crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>.
It displays the priority level of an unmasked, active alarm. When several alarms are generated at the
same time, the highest priority level is shown. If the alarm levels are set in a structured manner, one look
at the totalAlarmLevel attribute enables the operator to make a quick estimation of the problem.
The value of the totalAlarmLevel attribute is also communicated to the central management system (e.g. HP
OpenView) where it determines the colour of the icon. This colour is an indication of the severity of the
alarm.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/…/alarmInfo
The alarmInfo contains the actual alarm information of the corresponding object. The alarmInfo attributes
are:

Attribute Displays for the corresponding object …

discriminator the total alarm count since the last cold boot.

currentAlarms the current alarms.

previousAlarms the second most recent alarms. However, only in case the most recently
generated alarm was an unmasked alarm (refer to Section 9.2.1 Configuration
alarm attributes, the alarmMask attribute).

alarmMask the alarmMask as configured in the Configuration group. Refer to Chapter 6 -

Configuration attributes.

alarmLevel the alarmLevel as configured in the Configuration group. Refer to Chapter 6 -

Configuration attributes.

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9.2.3 Alarm signalling

If you do not have a central management system, you could perform alarm signalling with the alarm
contacts of the CN4 card nest (this applies only to the crocusIfConvNx64<Tt/Cv>).

Example
Suppose the following situation:
• On a remote Crocus CNV TT the configChanged alarm of the crocusIfConvNx64Tt object is set to enabled in
the remoteAlarmMask. In other words: crocusIfConvNx64Tt /remoteAlarmMask/configChanged = enabled.
• On a central Crocus CNV CV the remoteAlarm of the top object is set to enabled in the
alarmContactHighMask. In other words: crocusIfConvNx64Tt /alarmContactHighMask/remoteAlarm = enabled.
• The high alarm contacts of the CN4 card nest are connected in a circuit with a light bulb.

Now the following happens:

Phase Situation Result

1 Someone changes the configuration of the On the Crocus CNV TT the configChanged
Crocus CNV TT. alarm becomes active.

2 On the Crocus CNV TT the configChanged A remote alarm is sent to the Crocus CNV
alarm is enabled in the remoteAlarmMask. CV.

3 On the Crocus CNV CV the remoteAlarm is The high alarm contacts of the CN4 card
enabled in the alarmContactHighMask. nest close.

4 The high alarm contacts of the CN4 card The light bulb lights up.
nest close.

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9.3 General alarms

Refer to Section 9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes. for the general alarm attributes.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/alarmInfo
The different alarms related to the crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv> object together with their explanation and
their default alarmMask and alarmLevel value are given in the following table:

The alarm … is generated … Default value

alarmMask alarmLevel

notResponding when the Crocus CNV does not respond on the enabled 4
polling session of the Orchid 1003 LAN.

alarmSyncLoss when the internal alarm buffer overflows. enabled 4

configChanged when the configuration of the Crocus CNV is disabled 1

changed.

access when a TMA connection is made through the disabled 1

auxiliary connector of the Crocus CNV (not when a
TMA connection is made via the Orchid 1003 LAN).

remoteAlarm when the remote Crocus CNV is in alarm condition. disabled 0

This allows you to perform alarm signalling using
the alarmContactLowMask and alarmContactHighMask
attributes. This is particularly interesting when you
do not have a central management system.
This alarm exists on the Crocus Nx64 CNV only.
Moreover, it only functions in framed mode.

powerSupply1CvFail when the upper power supply in the CN4 card nest disabled 3
is not present or fails.
This alarm exists on the CV only.

powerSupply2CvFail when the lower power supply in the CN4 card nest disabled 3
is not present or fails.
This alarm exists on the CV only.

powersupply48vfail when the directly connected -48 Vdc on the CN4 disabled 3
card nest is no longer present. This means that the
115/230 Vac back-up power supply has taken over.
This alarm exists on the CV only.

unknownState each time a new Crocus CNV is added to the disabled 0

network and before the Orchid 1003 LAN has
completed a first successful polling session.

coldBoot each time the Crocus CNV performs a cold boot. disabled 1

warmBoot each time the Crocus CNV performs a warm boot. disabled 1

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The alarm … is generated … Default value

alarmMask alarmLevel

codeConsistencyFail when the software consistency imposed by the disabled 1

Orchid 1003 LAN on the Crocus CNV fails. For
example, because of a loss of contact.
Check the status attribute o1003/nmsgroup/
softConsistencyStatus to determine the problem.

configConsistencyFail when the configuration consistency imposed by the disabled 1

Orchid 1003 LAN on the Crocus CNV fails. For
example, because of a loss of contact.
Check the status attributes o1003/nmsgroup/objectTable/
configState and configDiag to determine the problem.

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9.4 G703 onboard alarms

Refer to Section 9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes. for the general alarm attributes.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/g703OnBoard/alarmInfo
The different alarms related to the object g703OnBoard together with their explanation and their default
alarmMask and alarmLevel value are given in the following table:

The alarm … is generated … Default value

alarmMask alarmLevel

linkDown when there is a loss of signal. I.e. the incoming enabled 3

G703 transmit data (data coming from the
application) is no longer present.

ais when an alarm indication signal has been detected disabled 3

on the incoming G703 transmit data. It means the
application has detected an error.

sq when the sqThreshold value, i.e. the number of disabled 2

errored seconds, is exceeded within the sqTime.
For example, if 10 (default) or more errored
seconds occur within 1 minute (default), then a
signal quality alarm is generated.
Refer to the configuration attributes sqThreshold and
sqTime for more information.

testActive when a test is active. disabled 1

lfa when the frame alignment signal (FAS), which is disabled 2

present in time slot 0 of the G.704 framed data, is
not detected after a certain period.
This alarm exists on the Crocus Nx64 CNV only.

lossOfTiming when an external clocking mode is configured but enabled 3

the external clock signal is not present. In that case
the Crocus CNV switches to internal clocking mode.

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9.5 Interface alarms

Refer to Section 9.2 Introducing the alarm attributes. for the general alarm attributes.

crocusIfConv<2m/Nx64><Tt/Cv>/<dteInterface>/alarmInfo
The different alarms related to the <dteInterface> object together with their explanation and their default
alarmMask and alarmLevel value are given in the following table:

The alarm … is generated … Default value

alarmMask alarmLevel

linkDown when no RTS signal is detected. I.e. the connection enabled 3

between the Crocus CNV and the DTE is down.
(for RS530, V35,
V36I) The linkDown alarm is only generated if the attribute
rtsControl is set to external. If the attribute rtsControl is
set to internal, the linkDown alarm will never be
generated.

linkDown when no valid C signal is detected. I.e. the enabled 3

connection between the Crocus CNV and the DTE
(for X21)
is down.

linkDown when there is no connection with the LAN. I.e. the enabled 3
LAN is not connected or no valid LAN signals are
(for Bridge)
present.

linkDown when there is no connection between the router enabled 3

and the Crocus CNV. Because this connection is
(for Router)
made by the interface connector, it is highly unlikely
that this alarm will be generated. However, when it
does occur it might indicate that the router interface
is faulty.

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10 TMA subsystem picture of the Crocus CNV

The subsystem picture is a TMA tool which visualises the status information of the Crocus CNV. This
chapter explains how to display the subsystem picture, and how to interpret the visual indications. The
following table gives an overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

10.1 Displaying the subsystem picture 134

10.2 Subsystem picture elements 135

Note that the figures in this chapter are those of a Crocus CNV CV. Although the subsystem picture of the
TT has a different layout, the interpretation of the visual indications is the same.

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10.1 Displaying the subsystem picture

To display the subsystem picture of the Crocus CNV, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Establish a link between TMA and the Crocus CNV through the auxiliary connector.
Refer to Section 4.2 - Connecting to a Crocus CNV with TMA.

2
In the TMA window, press on the subsystem picture button: .
The subsystem picture is
displayed:

3 To close the subsystem picture, press .

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10.2 Subsystem picture elements

This section displays and labels the different elements of the subsystem picture. It also explains how the
visual indications should be interpreted. Below, the Crocus CNV CV subsystem picture is displayed.

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The table below gives an overview of the subsystem picture elements and what they indicate.

Element Description

LED indicators They reflect the actual status of the Crocus CNV. The LED indication on the
subsystem picture corresponds with the LED indication on the Crocus CNV
itself. For more information on the interpretation of the LEDs, refer to Section 2.8
- Front panel LED indicators.

G703 onboard This reflects the status of the onboard G703 interface. Depending on which
interface status interface connector you selected (the RJ45 on the front or the connector block at
the back), the front or rear connector will be coloured.
The possible indications are:

Colour Explanation

green No alarm of the g703OnBoard object is active.

red An (unmasked) alarm of the g703OnBoard object is active.

The colours of the onboard G703 interface only change if the alarms related to
the g703OnBoard object are set to enabled in the alarmMask. Refer to Section 6.3 -
G703 onboard configuration attributes.

DTE interface This reflects the status of the DTE interface. The possible indications are:

Colour Explanation

none If the DTE interface slot in the subsystem picture is blank, it

means that no DTE interface module was present at power-
up.

green No alarm of the <dteInterface> object is active.

red An (unmasked) alarm of the <dteInterface> object is active.

The layout of the connector also gives an indication of the type of DTE interface
which is currently used in the Crocus CNV.

The colours of the DTE interface only change if the alarms related to the
<dteInterface> object are set to enabled in the alarmMask. Refer to Section 6.4 -
Interface configuration attributes.

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11 Firmware download
This chapter explains how to download new firmware into the flash memory of the Crocus CNV. The
following table gives an overview of this chapter.

Section Title Page

11.1 Downloading with TMA 138

11.2 Downloading with TML 139

11.3 Downloading in boot mode 140

11.4 Downloading via the Orchid 1003 LAN 141

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11.1 Downloading with TMA

To download firmware with TMA, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Establish a link between TMA and the Crocus CNV through the auxiliary connector.
Refer to Section 4.2 - Connecting to a Crocus CNV with TMA.

2 In the TMA window select Tools Æ Download…

3 In the TMA – Download window, select the

Options tab.
Here it is a good practice to set the initial
transfer speed to 9600 bps.
If you set the maximum transfer speed to
115200 bps, the actual transfer speed will be
negotiated between the computer and the
Crocus CNV and will be between 9600 bps
and 115200 bps.

4 In the TMA – Download window, select the Configuration tab, and press Add…

5 In the Remote filename window:

1. Select the filename you want to
download (Txxxxxxx.00).
2. Type CONTROL in the Remote file
field.
3. Press Open.

6 When the TMA – Download window reappears, press OK.

⇒ A DOS window opens and shows the download progress.

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11.2 Downloading with TML

When downloading with TMA (as explained in the previous section), you actually evoke TML (Total
Memory Loader) through TMA. You can also use TML without opening TMA.
To download firmware with TML, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 Connect a serial port of your computer

(e.g. COM1) through a straight DB9
male - female cable with the auxiliary
connector of your Crocus CNV as
shown in the following figure:

2 Open a DOS window on your computer.

3 Go to the directory where the TML executable is located. Typically this is

C:\Program Files\TMA.

4 Place the firmware file you want to download in this directory.

5 Type the following command: tml -c1 –v -f<Txxxxxxx.00>@CONTROL

where …
• tml is the executable (Total Memory Loader) to download files to the OneAccess
devices through their auxiliary port
• -c1 specifies the COM port of the computer connected to the Crocus CNV (in this
example COM1)
• -v returns graphical information on the download status
• -f<Txxxxxxx.00> is the firmware file you want to download (e.g. T1212001.00)
• CONTROL (in capitals!) specifies that the destination is a flash bank of the Crocus
CNV.

To see a list of all the possible TML options: type TML in your DOS windows and press
the ENTER key.

6 If you press the ENTER key, the firmware download begins.

If you used the –v option together with the TML command, a graphical bar shows the
download progress.

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11.3 Downloading in boot mode

When a flash memory software download has failed or when a flash memory error occurs, it may be
possible that the Crocus CNV becomes inaccessible. In that case, new software can still be downloaded
by setting the Crocus CNV in boot mode. This is done by means of the start-up mode DIP switch.
The location of the start-up mode DIP switch is:

DIP switch name DS5 (TT) no. Setting Function

DS2 (CV) no.

start-up mode 1 on Start up from flash memory.

off Start up in boot mode.

The Crocus CNV can be forced in boot mode by setting the appropriate DIP switch to off. If a new
software download is successfully completed, the DIP switch must be reset to on in order to restart
operation from flash memory.
Note that this DIP switch setting cannot be overruled by TMA.
To download firmware to a Crocus CNV in boot mode, proceed as follows:

Step Action

1 In case of a …
• TT, open the housing as described in Section 3.1.4 - Changing DIP switch and strap
settings of the Table Top.
• CV, remove the card from the CN4 card nest as described in Section 3.2.5 -
Changing DIP switch and strap settings of the Card Version.

2 In case of a …
• TT, set DIP switch bank DS5 position 1 to off. To locate this DIP switch bank, refer to
Section 3.1.1 - Location of the DIP switches and straps on the Table Top.
• CV, set DIP switch bank DS2 position 1 to off. To locate this DIP switch bank, refer to
Section 3.2.1 - Location of the DIP switches on the Card Version.

3 In case of a …
• TT, close the housing without fastening the screws.
• CV, insert the card in the CN4 card nest without fastening the screws.

⇒ The Crocus CNV is now in boot mode.

4 Now proceed as explained in the previous section, Section 11.2 - Downloading with
TML.

5 When the download is finished, reset the corresponding DIP switch to on. Refer to step
2.

6 In case of a …
• TT, close the housing.
• CV, insert the card in the CN4 card nest.

⇒ The Crocus CNV reboots in normal operation mode.

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11.4 Downloading via the Orchid 1003 LAN

If many Crocus CNV Card Version modems need a firmware update, it is more efficient to use the
software distribution feature of the Orchid 1003 LAN management concentrator. In that case, the
firmware file that is present on the file system of the Orchid 1003 LAN is downloaded over the high speed
bus to the Crocus CNV CV.
Also the Crocus CNV CVs their remote counterparts (which are often Table Tops) can get a firmware
update using the Orchid its software distribution feature.
For more information, refer to the Orchid 1003 LAN manual.

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11.5 Diagnostic tests

This chapter describes the diagnostic tests of the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an overview of
this chapter.

Section Title Page

11.5.1 Error test 143

11.5.2 Analogue loop 144

11.5.3 Remote digital loop 145

11.5.4 Digital loop 147

11.5.5 Interface tests 148

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11.5.1 Error test

Initiating the ET test activates the internal error test pattern generator and detector. Possible errors which
are received by the detector are accumulated in an internal register. The amount of errors can be seen
with TMA, namely in the status attribute errorCount of the g703OnBoard object. The error LED on the front
panel will also light.

How to use this test?

Example:
Suppose you have a set-up with two Crocus CNVs connected with each other through their onboard
G703 interfaces (i.e. a simple “modem” connection).

Phase Description

1 Start an ET test on the local Crocus CNV.

⇒ A test pattern is sent down the G703 line.

2 Start an ET test on the remote Crocus CNV.

⇒ The detector of the remote Crocus CNV receives this test pattern, and looks for
possible errors in the pattern. The quantity of errors could be an indication of the G703
line quality.

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11.5.2 Analogue loop

Initiating the AL test establishes an analogue loop on the local Crocus CNV. This loop is compliant to loop
3 as described in the ITU-T recommendation V.54.
The loop is situated immediately behind the onboard G703 interface of the Crocus CNV, schematically
represented as follows:

Crocus IF CNV

TX
onboard
G703
interface
RX

Figure 11.1: Analogue loop

How to use this test?

Example:
Start an ALET test on the Crocus CNV. This is a sort of self-test of the Crocus CNV. The quantity of
errors (check the status attribute errorCount) could be an indication of possible problems on the Crocus
CNV.

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11.5.3 Remote digital loop

Initiating the RDL test establishes a digital loop on the remote Crocus CNV. This loop is compliant to loop
2 as described in the ITU-T recommendation V.54.
The loop is situated immediately behind the DTE interface of the remote Crocus CNV, schematically
represented as follows:

remote Crocus IF CNV

local Crocus IF CNV

onboard DTE
DTE onboard G703 interface
interface G703 interface
interface

An RDL test can be ended by sending a 2^15-1 pattern.

How to use this test?

Example:
Suppose you have a set-up with two Crocus CNVs connected with each other through their onboard
G703 interfaces (i.e. a simple “modem” connection).

Phase Description

1 Start an RDL test on the local Crocus CNV or start a DL test on the remote Crocus CNV.

⇒ A digital loop is established on the remote Crocus CNV.

2 Start an ET test on the local Crocus CNV.

⇒ A test pattern is sent down the line.

3 Because the remote side is in a digital loop, the test pattern returns to the local Crocus
CNV.

4 The detector receives this test pattern, and can compare it with the original transmitted
pattern.

⇒ The quantity of inconsistencies that might exist between the original and the returned
pattern could be an indication of the line quality.

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Important remark
On a Crocus 2M CNV CV and on a Crocus Nx64 CNV CV in unframed mode, it is not possible to start an
RDL test or receive a DL test from the remote side when the device is strapped in short haul (i.e. longHaul
= disabled). However, it is possible to start a DL test directly on the device itself.

Start of RDL test : acknowledge

As of firmware version T2771/00700, the start of an RDL test is acknowledged by the remote side by
making SA5 bit 0 (with older firmware versions, the SA5 bit was made 1).
This is compatible with the CROCUS Nx64 CNV TWIN-CV BU with PCB 0.1, L6.
It will, however, result in compatibility problems with previous versions of the Nx64k framed interface
convertor.
For more information about the RDL test, also refer to Section 7.3 G703 onboard status attributes.

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11.5.4 Digital loop

Initiating the DL test also establishes a digital loop, but on the local Crocus CNV itself. This loop is
compliant to loop 2 as described in the ITU-T recommendation V.54.
The loop is situated immediately behind the DTE interface of the remote Crocus CNV, schematically
represented as follows:

local Crocus IF CNV

DTE onboard
interface G703
interface

How to use this test?

With this test, you can verify the same things as with the remote digital loop. The only difference is that
the loop is not made on the remote Crocus CNV (as with RDL), but on the local Crocus CNV. This can be
necessary when, for example, the remote Crocus CNV is unable to initiate a remote digital loop test.

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11.5.5 Interface tests

For some DTE interfaces it is possible that the application (the DTE) initiates a test on the Crocus CNV
via the interface. The following table gives an overview of which tests are available on which interfaces. It
also gives a short description of the available tests.

Interface Available tests Description

RS530, V35, interfaceAl The activation of the AL test signal (circuit 141) initiates an
V36 analogue loop (loop 3) on the local Crocus CNV, in compliance
with ITU-T recommendation V.54. Refer to Section 11.5.2 -
Analogue loop.

interfaceRdl The activation of the RDL test signal (circuit 140) initiates a digital
loop (loop 2) on the remote Crocus CNV, in compliance with ITU-
T recommendation V.54. Refer to Section 11.5.3 - Remote digital
loop.

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12 Technical specifications
This chapter gives the technical specifications of the Crocus CNV. The following table gives an overview
of this chapter.

Section Title Page

12.1 Crocus CNV types 150

12.2 Onboard G703 interface 151

12.3 Management interface 152

12.4 Auxiliary connector 152

12.5 Power requirements 153

12.6 Mechanical dimensions 153

12.7 Environmental compliance 153

12.8 Safety compliance 154

12.9 Over-voltage and over-current protection compliance 154

12.10 EMC compliance 154

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12.1 Crocus CNV types

The basic types of the Crocus CNV are:
• Crocus 2M CNV CV
• Crocus Nx64 CNV CV
• Crocus Nx64 CNV TT

Both Table Top and Card Version can be powered with 230/115 Vac, -48 Vdc or 48 Vac. The Card
Versions are powered via the CN4 card nest.

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12.2 Onboard G703 interface

Onboard G703 interface specifications
The onboard G703 interface have the following specifications:

Parameter Description

connector front RJ45 or rear line connector block (strap selectable)

impedance 75 Ohm or 120 Ohm (strap selectable)

compliance ITU-T G.703

coding HDB3 or AMI

speed 2048 kbps

acceptable jitter compliant to G.823

RJ45 connector pin layout (TT and CV)

The front RJ45 connector has the following pin layout:

Pin Signal DTE Figure

1 receive A (RxA) input

2 receive B (RxB) input

3 signal ground -

4 transmit A (TxA) output 1 … 8

5 transmit B (TxB) output

6 signal ground -

7 not used -

8 not used -

Rear line connector block (on CN4) pin layout (for CV only)
The rear line connector block on the CN4 has the following pin layout:

Converter no. RX / TX Line connector block DTE

positions

converter A receive 1 and 2 input

transmit 3 and 4 output

converter B receive 5 and 6 input

transmit 7 and 8 output

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12.3 Management interface

The possible management interfaces are:

Management interface Connector Speed

asynchronous through the auxiliary 9 pins subD 9600 bps, 8+N

connector
(on the Crocus CNV)

synchronous through the Orchid 1003 LAN RJ45 800 kbps

(on the CN4 card nest)

12.4 Auxiliary connector

The auxiliary connector (sometimes also called control port) is a 9 pins subD connector that is labelled
CTRL. The signals on these connector are V.24 / V.28 signals.

The auxiliary connector layout

The auxiliary connector has the following pin layout:

Pin Signal DCE Figure

1 not used -

2 NMS RxD output

3 NMS TxD input 1

6
4 not used - 2
7
5 GND - 3
8
6 not used - 4
9
5
7 NMS RTS input

8 NMS CTS output

9 not used -

Remarks
• The connection with TMA can be made with a straight 9 pins subD (Male/Female) cable or a regular
25/9 pins subD adapter cable.

• For a Table Top, the cable to connect the TT with the Orchid 1003 LAN management concentrator
can be ordered at the distributor (code 149220).

• For a Card Version, the connection to the Orchid 1003 LAN management concentrator is made
through the high speed bus of the CN4 card nest. Refer to the CN4 manual for more information.

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12.5 Power requirements

The input power recommendations are:
• 230 Vac +/- 10%, 45 – 60 Hz
• 115 Vac +/- 10%, 45 – 60 Hz
• 48 Vdc (36 – 72 Vdc)

Maximum power consumption:

• Crocus 2M/Nx64 CNV CV: 7.2 W
• Crocus Nx64 CNV TT: 2.2 W

12.6 Mechanical dimensions

The mechanical dimensions are as follows:

Dimensions Table Top Card Version CN4 Card Nest

height (mm) 45 20 270

width (mm) 220 235 445 without rackmounts

depth (mm) 215 excl. interface 300 330 excl. interface

235 incl. interface 350 incl. interface

weight (kg) 0,75 (excl. interface) 1 6.1 (excl. cards)

12.7 Environmental compliance

• Storage conditions: ETSI ETS 300 019-1-1 Class 1.1. In addition, the storage temperature has to be
between -25 to +70°C
• Transport conditions : ETSI ETS 300 019-1-2 Class 2.3
• Stationary use conditions: ETSI ETS 300 019-1-3 Class 3.2. In addition, the requirements below
apply:
− relative humidity 5 to 95% non-condensing and ambient operational temperature -5 to 45°C
or
− relative humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing and ambient operational temperature -10 to 50°C
• Maximum altitude: 3000m
• International protection (IP) class of protection against solid and liquids: IP40

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12.8 Safety compliance

• EN60950
• Class 1 equipment for Table Tops with 115/230 Vac internal power supply.
• Class 3 equipment for …
− Table Tops with 115/230 Vac external power supply adapter
− Table Tops with -48 Vdc internal power supply
− Card Versions.

12.9 Over-voltage and over-current protection compliance

The over-voltage and over-current protection complies with ITU-T K.44 and ETSI ETS 300 386-2
recommendations.

12.10 EMC compliance

• EN55022 B Emissions
• EN55024 Immunity
• EN61000-3-2 Harmonics
• EN61000-3-3 Voltage fluctuations and flicker
• EN61000-4-2 ESD
• EN61000-4-3 Radiated immunity
• EN61000-4-4 EFT/burst
• EN61000-4-5 Surge
• EN61000-4-6 Conducted immunity
• EN61000-4-8 Power magnetic field immunity
• EN61000-4-11 Voltage dips & drops
• ENV50204 Radiated immunity against digital radio telephone

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Annex A: product information

The following table displays the product information of the Crocus CNV.

Sales code Product name Description

171292 CROCUS 2M CNV TWIN-CV BU Dual 2Mbps transparent G.703 to modular Crocus interface
converter for CN4.

171289 CROCUS NX64 CNV TT BU 230V 2Mbps G.703/G.704 to modular Crocus interface converter
powered with 230Vac. Replaces the BITS Nx64.

171290 CROCUS NX64 CNV TT BU 48VDC 2Mbps G.703/G.704 to modular Crocus interface converter
powered with 48Vdc. Replaces the BITS Nx64.

171291 CROCUS NX64 CNV TWIN-CV BU Dual 2Mbps G.703/G.704 to modular Crocus interface
converter for CN4.

171973 Crocus 2M/NX64 CNV User and Reference User and Reference manual for the Crocus 2M and Crocus
manual Nx64K Interface converters.

The following table displays the product information of the Crocus DTE interfaces suitable for the Crocus
CNV.

Sales code Product name Description

143666 V35 INTF. CROCUS Plug-in modular interface V.35 transparent. Suitable for Crocus
HS / HS-F/ SDSL-F/ HDSL / HDSL-F / FO10M / INV-MUX.

142199 V36 INTF.CROCUS Plug-in modular interface V.36 transparent. Suitable for Crocus
HS / HS-F/ SDSL-F/ HDSL / HDSL-F / FO10M / INV-MUX.

161611 RS-530 INTF.CROCUS Plug-in modular interface RS-530 for Crocus HS / HS-F/
SDSL-F/ HDSL / HDSL-F / FO10M / INV-MUX.

142200 X21 INTF.CROCUS Plug-in modular interface X.21 transparent. Suitable for Crocus
HS / HS-F/ SDSL-F/ HDSL / HDSL-F / FO10M / INV-MUX.

150466 BRIDGE INTF.CROCUS Plug-in modular interface Ethernet Bridge for direct UTP LAN
connection. IEEE 802.3 compliant. Suitable for Crocus HS /
HS-F/ SDSL-F/ HDSL / HDSL-F / FO10M / INV-MUX.

161613 ROUTER INTF.CROCUS Plug-in modular interface Ethernet Router for direct UTP LAN
connection. IEEE 802.3 compliant. Suitable for Crocus HS-F /
SDSL-F / HDSL-F / FO10M (limited to 2M)

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