Viavi MAP-300 Super Application Software

Port mapping is an additional software application (mSUPPCTMAPPING) that unlocks the power of two optical switches inside the PCT framework to let users pre-program connectivity or polarity templates and to quickly verify whether the DUT complies before executing IL or IL/RL tests. Leveraging the speed and unique capabilities of VIAVI optical switches, this testing can be accomplished in less than a quarter of the time it takes to fully characterize the assembly. The port-mapping application also has a discover mode that is particularly powerful for breakout cable assemblies. Using the discover mode eliminates the need to pre-select outputs or match DUT outputs to switch outputs. Users can simply connect it as quickly as possible and allow the application to find the ports prior to test. Field trials indicate that this can cut connection times in half. Once the port maps are established, the information seamlessly feeds back into the instrument and test script modes.