ARGUS ARGUS 141 Manual Version: 1.40 / EN Note:. The basic ARGUS package always includes support for at least one DSL interface with a variety of functions and tests. Support for other interfaces (e. g. a second DSL interface) and functions is optional (see the options in the datasheet). Consequently, depending on the scope of the functions delivered, certain menu items may be hidden.
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ARGUS 1 Introduction .........................................................................................5 2 2.1 Safety Instructions .............................................................................7 Lithium Ion Battery Pack - Safety Instructions ................................8 3 General Technical Data ....................................................................10 4 Operation - A Brief Guide .................................................................
ARGUS 12 Using the Battery Pack ...................................................................127 13 Firmware Update .............................................................................129 14 A) B) C) D) E) F) G) Appendix .........................................................................................131 Acronyms ........................................................................................ 131 Error message: PPP connection ..............................................
1 Introduction 1 Introduction The ARGUS 141 tests VDSL2 and ADSL. This all-rounder with a color display offers support for VDSL2 (all profiles) and even ADSL (Annex A, B and M); all integrated into a single handheld device. Separate chipsets for ADSL and VDSL2 ensure optimum performance on both interfaces. It also offers extensive statistics functions and evaluates voice quality in accordance with a variety of techniques, such as using MOS tests (Rfactor).
1 Introduction An overview of a few of the important ARGUS functions: xDSL tests (ADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+, VDSL2) - Synchronisation with determination of the connection parameters and error counters - PPP login, xDSL bridge and PC replacement mode xDSL tests - - IP tests - IP ping and trace route tests - Download tests (HTTP) VoIP test - Telephony function - Quality assessment Should you have any further questions, please contact us: intec Gesellschaft für Informationstechnik mbH Rahmedestr.
2 Safety Instructions 2 Safety Instructions The ARGUS may only be used with the included accessories. Usage of other accessories may lead to erroneous measurements and may even cause damage to the ARGUS and the connected installation. The ARGUS is only to be used in accordance with the instructions in this documentation. Any other usage may result in bodily injury and destruction of the ARGUS.
2 Safety Instructions 2.1 Lithium Ion Battery Pack - Safety Instructions Transport The battery pack has been tested in accordance with the UN recommendations (ST/SG/ AC.10/11/Rev. 4, Part III, Subsection 38.3). Protective measures have been implemented to prevent harm if it is exposed to excessive pressure, short-circuits, dangerous reverse currents or other destructive influences.
2 Safety Instructions 15 The battery pack may not be used in combination with primary (nonrechargeable) batteries, nor may it be charged or discharged together with other rechargeable batteries. 16 If the battery pack is still not properly charged when the charging time has elapsed, do not charge it again. 17 Do not expose the battery pack to excessive pressure. 18 If the battery pack leaks acid or if it emits an odor, keep it away from open fires.
3 General Technical Data 3 General Technical Data Tester specifications: Dimensions / Weight Inputs / Outputs Height: 235 mm (9.25 in) - RJ-45 for xDSL Width: 97 mm (3.80 in) - RJ-45 10/100 BaseT (bridge mode) Depth: 55 mm (2.20 in) - USB-B jack, USB client interface Weight approx. 710 g (1.6 lbs) (incl.
3 General Technical Data Supported standards: ADSL (Line): ITU-T G.992.1, Annex A (ADSL) ITU-T G.992.2, Annex A (G.lite) ITU-T G.992.3, Annex A (ADSL2) ITU-T G.992.5, Annex A (ADSL2+) ITU-T G.992.1, Annex B (ADSL) ITU-T G.992.3, Annex B (ADSL2) ITU-T G.992.5, Annex B (ADSL2+) ITU-T G.992.3, Annex M (ADSL2) ITU-T G.992.5, Annex M (ADSL2+) ANSI T1.413 VDSL (Line): ITU-T G.993.2 (VDSL2) Profile: 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 12a, 12b, 17a, 30a Ethernet: IEEE 802.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide 4 Operation - A Brief Guide Speaker LEDs LCD display Softkeys Return key Confirmation key Cursor keys Numerical keypad Shift key Layer 1 measurement Telephony: Lift receiver / hangup Power Microphone Fastener for shoulder strap Power key - Switch the ARGUS on - To start up again after a power down (adjustable see Page 124) - Switch on the display backlighting In battery mode to save power, the backlighting will switch off automatically after an adjustable pe
4 Operation - A Brief Guide Return key - The ARGUS will return to the previous display and ignore any entries made at this level, e.g.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide Shift key In some tests, a green circle with a green “S” will be shown in the uppermost line in the display. This indicates that the softkeys are assigned twice. In such a case, press the Shift key to change the function of the softkey (for an example, see Page 110). Example: Pressing the Shift key will change the softkey function. The ARGUS is in largest part operated with the 4 cursor keys, the confirmation key the return key , and the three softkeys.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide Example of operation: Current assignment of the softkeys The displayed access will not be used. The Access menu will now open: Header: Shows the name of the menu (in this example, the Access menu), the name of the currently running test etc. Select a line in the display: in the example, Select a type of access; the selected type will be marked in blue (in this example, ADSL). Press the key.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide Connectors at top PWR Connection for the external plug-in power supply. If the plug-in power supply is connected, the ARGUS will automatically disconnect the battery pack. After it is switched off, the ARGUS will automatically recharge the battery pack (see page 127). USB-B USB-B (mini-USB): - USB client interface to connect to a PC.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide Charging the battery pack for the first time The compartment for the rechargeable battery pack (accumulators) is located on the back of the case. Insert the battery pack with the locating lug at the top and then tighten the thumbscrew. Use only the battery pack included in the package. With the ARGUS switched off, connect it to the supplied plug-in power supply. Press the -key to switch the ARGUS on.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide Power-Down Mode Page 125 in battery mode, the ARGUS will automatically power down after it has been idle for 15 minutes (this setting can be changed, see Page 125). Reasonably enough, the ARGUS will not power-down during a test (e.g. Loopbox) or when it is in Trace mode. As an alternative, it is possible to operate the ARGUS using the included plug-in power supply. When the power supply is connected, the battery pack is automatically disconnected.
4 Operation - A Brief Guide An Overview of the ARGUS Connections ARGUS 141 19
5 Menu Hierarchy 5 Menu Hierarchy Switch the ARGUS on The initial display will depend on the type of access set last. In this example: ADSL access Menu battery charging Charge P. 127 Auto charge The main window will open displaying menus available for the type of access selected last.
5 Menu Hierarchy ADSL ATU-R ATU-R Bridge Menu Access mode VDSL VTU-R VTU-R Bridge Selection of the access mode xDSL IP ping Menu Single tests Taceroute HTTP download VoIP phone Menu Test reports Display result Send report to PC Display and manage all the saved test results select a set of test results.
5 Menu Hierarchy Menu Settings Trace/remote off Auto PC sync Manual PC sync The ARGUS can configured as needed. The configurable parameters are organised in submenus (e.g. all the ADSL parameters are in the ADSL submenu). The default (factory) settings can be restored by selecting "Reset“. Profiles Profile 1 to Profile 10 Access parameters Phys. parameters ADSL ADSL mode Rated value Shutdown mode VDSL Protocol Rated value FW FS10.3, FS10.
5 Menu Hierarchy Continuation Bridge / Router Autonegotiation on Autonegotiation off Speed Duplex Flow Control Test parameters IP ping IP address Number of pings Pause Packet size Fragmentation Traceroute IP address Maximum hops Probes Timeout HTTP download Server profile 1-10 Server Download filename Number of downl. No. parallel downl.
5 Menu Hierarchy Continuation Menu - Settings VoIP VoIP profile Destination 1/-10 SIP settings User name Password Registrar server Use registrar Registrar server Outbound Proxy/SBC Use Proxy Outb.Proxy/SBC Outb.P./SBC Port SIP Domain Listen Port Remote Port Authentification Caller ID User Agent Type of service Qualify Reg. expire Del. exist. registrar.
5 Menu Hierarchy Continuation Menu - Settings Device Menu language LCD brightness Date / time Ringer volume Alarm bell Power management Software option Reset Menu battery charging Charge Auto charge Menu Help ARGUS 141 Show the keypad “Function assignment” 25
6 Operation on an ADSL Access 6 Operation on an ADSL Access The ARGUS supports the following types of access (access modes): ATU-R Terminal mode (ADSL Transceiver Unit Remote - ATU-R), see page 39. Connection of the ARGUS directly to the ADSL access (before or after the splitter). The ARGUS replaces both the modem and the PC. ATU-R Bridge Bridge mode (ADSL Transceiver Unit Remote Bridge), see page 52. Insertion of the ARGUS between the ADSL access and the PC. The ARGUS replaces the ADSL modem.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access 6.1 Setting the ADSL Interface and Access Mode Use the included xDSL cable to connect the ARGUS (Line jack) to the access to be tested and then switch the ARGUS on. Which initial display is now shown will depend on which access setting was made last on this ARGUS (e. g., VDSL and ADSL accesses): The Access Menu: As access, select ADSL; the selected access type, ADSL, will be marked in blue. The ADSL access type marked in blue will be used. The Access mode menu will open.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Access Mode Menu: Select an Access mode; the selected mode will be marked blue (in this example, ATU-R). ARGUS State display The Access mode (in this example, ATU-R) will be used. The State display will open. Display: - Access mode - Edit the preset profile (in this example, Profil1).
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Starting functions with the numeric keys / key combinations Using the ARGUS keypad, you can start important functions / tests directly, regardless of the menu that the ARGUS is currently showing. If a function is called where the ARGUS expects the entry of a digit, pressing a number key will be interpreted as the expected input. The assignment of functions to the numeric keys can also viewed on the ARGUS display. Open the main menu and select “Help”.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Displays the Line status Starts VoIP telephony One after the other and One after the other and One after the other and Opens the access menu Displays the available SW options Resets all settings to their default (preset) values The settings (e.g. PPP user name, IP addresses etc.), Profile names and all of the test results stored in the ARGUS will be deleted.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access 6.2 ADSL Settings The ARGUS stores all of the settings required to run a test on an ADSL access in profiles. Up to 10 user-defined profiles can be created. A specific profile can be selected before an ADSL connection is setup or a test performed, otherwise the ARGUS will use the default (preset) profile. Only those settings which are relevant will be used for the respective test situation. The default settings can be restored at any time (see page 126).
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Select a profile for editing. The selected profile will be marked blue in the display. The default profile will be marked in the display with a . The ARGUS will use the settings in the default (preset) profile when setting up the ADSL connection. The ARGUS will use the marked profile as the default profile and will open either the State display or the Settings menu (depending on whether the profile was opened from the main menu or the State display). e.g.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access e.g. select ADSL e.g. select ADSL mode Select the ADSL mode (in this example, Annex B auto). The default setting will be marked in the display with a . Open the next higher menu without making any changes. The ARGUS will continue to use the default setting. The ARGUS uses the marked ADSL mode as the default and returns to the next higher menu.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Settings: Explanation: Access parameters Phys. parameters ADSL: Access parameters for the ADSL connection ADSL mode Different ADSL modes can be selected depending on the national variant of the ARGUS. The selected ADSL mode must be compatible to ATU-C (network-side). If the ADSL mode “Annex A Auto” is selected, the ARGUS will automatically determine the configuration of the DSLAM (G.DMT or ANSI) and set itself accordingly.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Encapsulation Selection of the encapsulation of the packets to be sent (LLC or VC-MUX). Default setting: LLC MAC / VLAN: MAC (Media Access Control) and VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) MAC address Display and selection of the MAC addresses. The first two MAC addresses cannot be changed. If the default MAC address is selected, the ARGUS will use its own MAC address.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access PPP: PPP (Point- to-Point Protocol) settings User name Entry of the user name assigned (by the network operator) Use the keypad to enter the user name.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Gateway IP Gateway IP address Range: 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 Default setting: 0.0.0.0 (see RFC 3330 regarding assignment) DNS server DNS Server 1, DNS Server 2 Entry of the IP address of the DNS server (DNS = Domain Name System) Range: 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 Default setting: 0.0.0.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Bridge / Router Autonegotiation Switch on or off If autonegotiation is enabled, a network card can independently determine the correct transmission speed and duplex setting for the network port to which it is connected and can then configure itself accordingly. In the case of Ethernet, autonegotiation is based on Layer 1 of the OSI Model (in accordance with the IEEE 802.3u standard).
6 Operation on an ADSL Access 6.3 The ARGUS in the ATU-R Access Mode 6.3.1 Determining the ADSL connection parameter The ARGUS is connected directly to the ADSL access (either before or after the splitter) using the included xDSL cable or a patch cable. In this case, the ARGUS replaces both the modem and the PC. The ARGUS will set up an ADSL connection and determine all of the relevant ADSL connection parameters.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access The ADSL test is not yet started: red LED in the display. Key to the LED symbolized in the display: Red LED no test started Yellow LED test started Green LED A connection has been setup. Setting Up an ADSL Connection Profile settings: When setting up the ADSL connection, the ARGUS uses the settings saved in the profile (see page 31): ADSL mode, target value, and shutdown mode.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access The ARGUS takes over the marked profile as the default and returns to the State display. Set up an ADSL connection. The ARGUS synchronizes with the DSLAM (the “Sync / L1” LED will flash and a yellow LED will be shown in the display). The ARGUS will display the current status of the connection (in this example, Modem Idle).
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Command symbols: < = command sent from the ARGUS > = command sent from the DSLAM - = connection status Display timestamp. The ARGUS shows the time when (internal clock, see page 124) the command arrived.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Connection successfully setup Once the connection has been setup (“Sync / L1” LED on constantly and a green LED will be shown in the display), the ARGUS will determine and display the ADSL connection parameters. After the ARGUS has synchronized, please leave it connected to the ADSL access for at least another 20 seconds since the ADSL connection parameters cannot be stored in the ARGUS until this period of time has elapsed. ARGUS – State display.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Display the connection parameters in long form for both downstream (d) and upstream (u) (see table page 46). Resets (zeros) the error counters FEC, CRC, and HEC. Display the bit distribution, e.g. bits transported per carrier frequency (tone). y-axis: bits per carrier frequency (tone) x-axis: tones (carrier frequency) Based on the bit distribution, it is possible to detect line disturbances (e.g.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Display of the signal-to-noise ratio for each tone y-axis: SNR in dB x-axis: tones (carrier frequencies) It is possible to detect disturbances on the individual tones (carrier frequencies). Display of the quiet level noise (QLN) for each tone y-axis: QLN in dBm/Hz x-axis: tones (carrier frequencies) It is possible to detect disturbances on the individual tones (carrier frequencies).
6 Operation on an ADSL Access The ARGUS determines the following ADSL connection parameters: ADSL connection parameters ATM The actual useable ATM bitrate in kBit/s. Attainable ATM This is the theoretically attainable ATM bitrate in kbit/s. Relative capacity Utilization of the line as a percentage Latency mode Depending on the configuration of the DSLAM, the ARGUS will display either Interleaved or Fast mode. Attenuation The line’s attenuation in dB over its entire length and bandwidth.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access HEC Header Error Checksum The number of ATM cells with bad header checksums. f (far): Errors that the DSLAM has detected and informed the ARGUS. n (near): Errors which were detected by the ARGUS in the blocks it received. Reset Shows how often the error counters have been reset by the user with the softkey. Resync Number of times that the ARGUS has been resynchronized. Vendor far The manufacturer of the ATU-C side shown as a hexadecimal number.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Clear down the ADSL connection and save the results ARGUS – State display Clear down the ADSL connection. PC>: The ARGUS will send the trace file to the connected PC, which must be running with WINplus or WINanalyse. The data will be saved in the standard "pcap" format and can be decoded with a freeware program (e.g. Wireshark). The setting “Data log” must be set to “on”.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Once the results have been successfully saved in memory, the ARGUS will return to the State display. A new test can be started by pressing .
6 Operation on an ADSL Access Displaying the saved test results Test reports View The ARGUS - Main menu Mark the saved test results. Display of the date and time that the results were saved. Display the test results: The ARGUS displays the ADSL state and the ADSL connection parameters. Scroll through the ADSL connection parameters.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access 6.3.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access 6.4 The ARGUS in the ATU-R Bridge Access Mode Connect the ARGUS to the ADSL access using the xDSL cable and to the PC with a patch cable. In bridge mode, the ARGUS acts like an ADSL modem, i.e. the ARGUS passively passes all packets from the Ethernet side to the ADSL access (and vice versa). In this case, the PC is responsible for setting up the connection. Patch cable xDSL cable Line jack LAN jack Ethernet ADSL PC ADSL Access Protocol e.g. PPPoE 6.4.
6 Operation on an ADSL Access The ADSL test is not yet started: Key to the LED symbolized in the display: Red LED no test started Yellow LED test started Green LED A connection has been setup. Display: Access mode (BR = Bridge) Setup of an ADSL connection bridge mode is active! - Default (preset) profile, see P. 31 - Current State Interface's DC voltage Display the profile (page 40) ADSL settings: Access parameters / Phys.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access 7 Operation on a VDSL Access The ARGUS supports the following types of access (access modes): VTU-R Terminal mode (VDSL Transceiver Unit Remote) see page 67 Connection of the ARGUS directly to the VDSL access (before or after the splitter). The ARGUS replaces both the modem and the PC. VTU-R Bridge Bridge mode (VDSL Transceiver Unit Remote Bridge) see page 81 Connection of the ARGUS to the VDSL access and the PC. The ARGUS replaces the VDSL modem.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access 7.1 Setting the VDSL Interface and Access Mode Use the included xDSL cable to connect the ARGUS (Line jack) to the access to be tested and then switch the ARGUS on. Which initial display is now shown will depend on which access setting was made last on this ARGUS: The Access Menu: As access, select VDSL; the selected access type, VDSL, will be marked in blue. The VDSL access type marked in blue will be used. The Access mode menu will open.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access ARGUS State display Display: - Access mode - Edit the preset profile (in this example, Profil 1). - State - Interface's DC voltage The VDSL test is not yet started! Key to the LED symbolized in the display: Red LED no test started Yellow LED test started Green LED A connection has been setup.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Starting functions with the numeric keys / key combinations Using the ARGUS keypad, you can start important functions / tests directly, regardless of the menu that the ARGUS is currently showing. If a function is called where the ARGUS expects the entry of a digit, pressing a number key will be interpreted as the expected input. The assignment of functions to the numeric keys can also viewed on the ARGUS display. Open the Main menu and select “Help”.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Displays the Line status Starts VoIP telephony One after the other and One after the other and One after the other and Opens the access menu Displays the available SW options Resets all settings to their default (preset) values The settings (e.g. PPP user name, IP addresses etc.), Profile namesand all of the test reports stored in the ARGUS will be deleted.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access 7.2 VDSL Settings The ARGUS stores all of the settings required to run a test on a VDSL access in profiles. Up to 10 user-defined profiles can be created. A specific profile can be selected before a VDSL connection is setup or a test performed, otherwise the ARGUS will use the default (preset) profile. Only those settings which are relevant will be used for the respective test situation. The default (factory) settings can be restored at any time (see page 126).
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Select a profile for editing. The selected profile will be marked blue in the display. The default profile will be marked in the display with a . The ARGUS will use the settings in the default (preset) profile when setting up the VDSL connection. The ARGUS will use the marked profile as the default profile and will open either the State display or the Settings menu (depending on whether the profile was opened from the main menu or the State display). e.g.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access e.g. select VDSL e.g. select target value Use the keypad to enter the downstream and upstream bitrate. Move the cursor within the line. Delete the digit before the cursor The bitrate setting will be stored in the profile. The ARGUS opens the next higher menu ARGUS 141 The ARGUS will return to the next higher menu without saving any change made to the bitrate. The ARGUS will continue to use the default setting.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Settings: Explanation: Access parameters Phys. parameters: VDSL Access parameters for the VDSL connection Rated value Use the keypad to enter the upstream and downstream comparison values for the bitrate [kbit/s]. If the current bitrates on the VDSL connection exceed the rated values, the ARGUS will display "OK“, otherwise it will display "FAIL“. Default setting: d: 0 and u: 0 FW Selection of the firmware (FW) in the VDSL chipset.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Open the MAC address for entry. Enter the address in hexadecimal from the keypad and the softkeys (e.g. to enter a “C” press the softkey three times or to enter an “F” six times, then finish up by pressing to confirm your entry). Default setting: 00:00:00:00:00:00 Use the address. The new address is only saved temporarily and will not be available when the ARGUS is switched on again. VLAN Use Specifies whether or not VLAN should be used: yes, no.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Password Entry of the password assigned by the network operator: For instructions, see User name Set IP If “Yes”, the IP address entered as own IP address (see page 64) will be used for the connection. Default setting: No Activation delay After setting up the PPP connection, the ARGUS will first wait until the period specified in the “activation delay” has elapsed before beginning a test.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access DHCP client DHCP timeout (setting of how long to wait for the IP address): Range: 1 to 9999 seconds Default: 20 DHCP vendor ID: - Format: Selection of the format: ASCII or hexadecimal - ASCII data: Enter the DHCP vendor ID in ASCII format Default setting: ARGUS, for instruction see page 63 - HEX data: Enter the DHCP vendor ID in hexadecimal format Operation, see MAC address page 62 DHCP vendor info: - Format: Selection of the format: ASCII or hexadecimal - ASCII data:
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Test The test parameters are described in the chapters on IP and VoIP parameters tests. Data log Data log on or off: This setting must be "ON“ in order to send a trace file to a PC see p. 77.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access 7.3 The ARGUS in the VTU-R Access Mode 7.3.1 Determining the VDSL connection parameter The ARGUS is connected directly to the VDSL access (either before or after the splitter) using the included xDSL cable or a patch cable. In this case, the ARGUS replaces both the modem and the PC. The ARGUS will set up a VDSL connection and determine all of the relevant VDSL connection parameters.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access The VDSL test is not yet started! red LED in the display. Key to the LED symbolized in the display: Red LED no test started Yellow LED test started Green LED A connection has been setup.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access The ARGUS takes over the marked profile (in this example, Profile 1) as the default and returns to the State display. Setting Up a VDSL Connection The ARGUS synchronizes with the DSLAM (the “Sync / L1” LED will flash and a yellow LED will be shown in the display). The ARGUS will display the current connection status. Display: - Current connection status - time elapsed since the start of synchronisation in h:min:sec.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Command symbols: < = command sent from the ARGUS > = command sent from the DSLAM - = connection status Display timestamp. The ARGUS shows the time when (ARGUS internal clock, see page 124) the command arrived.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Connection successfully setup Once the connection has been setup (“Sync / L1” LED on constantly and a green LED will be shown in the display), the ARGUS will determine and display the VDSL connection parameters. After the ARGUS has synchronized, please leave it connected to the VDSL access for at least another 20 seconds since the VDSL connection parameters supplied by the DSLAM cannot be stored in the ARGUS until this period of time has elapsed. ARGUS – State display.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Display the VDSL connection parameters in brief. - d/f: downstream/far - u/n: upstream/ near Scroll through the connection parameters. Display the trace data. Display the connection parameters in long form for both downstream (d) and upstream (u) (see table page 75). n/a Not available n/u Not used n/r Not received Scroll through the parameters Reset (zero) the FEC and CRC error counters.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access The bands for upstream and downstream change depending on the VDSL profile (green display upstream, blue display downstream, in this example DS1, US1, DS2, US2, and DS3) Display the bit distribution, e.g. bits transported per carrier frequency (tone). y-axis: bits per carrier frequency (tone) x-axis: tones (carrier frequencies) Based on the bit distribution, it is possible to detect line disturbances (e.g. through HDB3, HDSL, RF etc.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Display of the amplitude component of the transfer function (Hlog) for each tone y-axis: Hlog in dBm/Hz x-axis: tones (carrier frequencies) It is possible to detect disturbances on the individual tones (carrier frequencies). The display of the upstream Hlog per tone depends on the DSLAM (VTU-C), also see QLN / Tone.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access The ARGUS determines the following VDSL connection parameters: VDSL connection parameters Actual bitrate The actual useable bitrate in kbit/s. Attainable bitrate This is the theoretically attainable bitrate in kbit/s. Relative capacity Utilization of the line as a percentage. SNR margin SIgnal-to-noise ratio in dB in the bands used. The SNR margin is a measure of how much additional noise the transmission can withstand and still achieve a BER (Bit Error Rate) of 10-7.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access CRC Cyclic Redundancy Check The superframe checksum sent from the opposing end does not match the one calculated locally. Possible cause: Fault on the line. f (far): Errors that the DSLAM has detected and informed the ARGUS. n (near): Errors which were detected by the ARGUS in the blocks it received. Reset Shows how often the error counters have been reset by the user with the softkey. Resync Number of times that the ARGUS has been resynchronized.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Clear down the VDSL connection and save the results Store the ARGUS – State display Clear down the VDSL connection. PC>: The ARGUS will send the trace file to the connected PC, which must be running WINplus or WINanalyse. The data will be saved in the standard "pcap" format and can be decoded with a freeware program (e.g. Wireshark). The setting “Data log” must be set to “on”.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Once the results have been successfully saved in memory, the ARGUS will return to the State display. A new test can be started by pressing .
7 Operation on a VDSL Access Displaying the Saved Test Reports Test reports View The ARGUS - Main menu Mark the saved test results. Display of the date and time that the results were saved. Display the test results: The ARGUS displays the VDSL state and the VDSL connection parameters. Scroll through the VDSL connection parameters.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access 7.3.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access 7.4 The ARGUS in the VTU-R Bridge Access Mode Connect the ARGUS to the VDSL access using the xDSL cable and to the PC with a patch cable. In bridge mode, the ARGUS acts like an VDSL modem, i.e. the ARGUS passively passes all packets from the Ethernet side to the VDSL access (and vice versa). In this case, the PC is responsible for setting up the connection. Patch cable xDSL cable Line jack LAN jack Ethernet VDSL VDSL Access PC Protocol e.g. PPPoE 7.4.
7 Operation on a VDSL Access The VDSL test is not yet started! Key to the LED symbolized in the display: Red LED no test started Yellow LED test started Green LED A connection has been setup. Display: Access mode (BR = Bridge) - Default (preset) profile, see p. 59 - Current State Interface's DC voltage Setup of a VDSL connection Bridge mode is active! Display the profile (page 68) VDSL settings: Access parameters / Phys.
8 IP tests 8 IP tests 8.1 IP ping In the IP ping test, the ARGUS checks whether it is possible to setup a connection to an Internet Service Provider (ISP) via an xDSL connection (over a DSLAM): The ARGUS sends a test packet to a predefined IP address (remote site) and then waits for a packet in reply. Based on the received packet, it is possible to evaluate the IP network availability and delay. It is also possible to determine the path's maximum data packet size.
8 IP tests View and edit the marked parameters if necessary IP ping: IP address This is the address of the remote site. The ARGUS can save up to 10 IP addresses. The saved IP addresses are available to all of the profiles. The ARGUS shows the memory locations (a total of ten) available for storing IP addresses. Use the cursor keys to mark the memory location with the IP address that you wish to edit (in this example, the first memory location is marked (1/10).
8 IP tests Enter the name of the IP address. Entry using the numeric keypad. Use the softkey on the right to shift the keypad (the softkey on the right assumes a different meaning when pressed): <12>ab> entry of the digits 0 to 9 plus * and # AB> Entry of lowercase characters (e.g. to enter a “c” press the “2” on the keypad three times), plus @, /, -, and . 12> entry of the uppercase characters and @, /,- and .
8 IP tests Fragmentation This parameter sets the fragmentation: Default setting: on on Depending on the network (or router), test packets may be divided into multiple packets. off Fragmentation is not permitted, i.e. the test packets may be rejected by the network (or router). In this case, the ARGUS will not receive a packet in reply. auto The ARGUS determines the maximum packet size for the path to the destination address (Path-MTU) and splits the test packet into smaller packets.
8 IP tests For information on protocol-dependent parameters on an xDSL access, see: Protocol PPPoE (PPPoEoA) or PPPoA (ARGUS configured as terminal) IPoA/EoA (or IPoE) (ARGUS configured as terminal) Access parameter ATM - VPI / VCI - Encapsulation ATM - VPI / VCI - Encapsulation PPP - User name - Password - Set IP - Activation delay xDSL mode xDSL mode IP - IP mode - Own IP address - IP netmask - Gateway IP - DNS server - DHCP client MAC / VLAN (with PPPoE) - MAC address - VLAN M
8 IP tests IP ping If no connection has been setup (by pressing in the State display), a connection will be setup automatically at this point using the default profile (see page 40). Depending on the protocol and access: The ARGUS will display the user name saved in the profile for the PPP connection. The user name can, however, be changed. If the user name is changed here, it will only be placed in temporary storage; the profile itself is not modified.
8 IP tests Initializing Setup the protocol. The protocol will be cleared down when the connection is cleared down and will therefore no longer be available for other tests. Display the xDSL connection parameters, trace data, bit distribution, signal to noise ratio for each tone etc. IP ping The IP ping will start automatically. During the IP ping, the display shows: Number of test packets sent - The number of packets in reply
8 IP tests IP ping results - Minimum packet round-trip delay in ms - Maximum packet round-trip delay in ms - Average packet round-trip delay in ms
8 IP tests PPP information: The ARGUS will display the number of PPP packets and bytes received (Rx) and sent (Tx). WAN Ethernet: The ARGUS will display the number of Ethernet frames and bytes received (Rx) and sent (Tx).
8 IP tests Close the results display. The ARGUS will save the result of the IP ping test in the first available memory location in the internal memory (see page 119). PC>: The ARGUS will send the trace file to the connected PC, which must be running WINplus or WINanalyse. The data will be saved in the standard "pcap" format and can be decoded with a freeware program (e.g. Wireshark). The setting “Data Log” must be set to “on” before starting test.
8 IP tests 8.2 Traceroute In an IP Traceroute test, the ARGUS sends test packets and then displays a list of all of the network nodes (hops) and their response times on the way to the destination address. This information can then be used to precisely locate delays in the network. The following parameters (which are stored in the profile) are required for the IP Traceroute test: Protocol-independent parameters: Settings Profile Select a profile for editing.
8 IP tests Edit the marked parameters if necessary Traceroute: IP address This can be entered as an IP number or as a name (for instructions, see IP Ping / IP address). Default setting: www.argus.info Maximal hops This sets the maximum number of hops that will be taken in the path to the destination node. Range: 1 to 25 Default: 25 Probes This sets the number of attempts that will be made to get a response from a network node.
8 IP tests Start an IP Traceroute (example on an ADSL access in access mode ATU-R) Setup the xDSL connection. The profile shown on the display will be used for the IP Traceroute (in this example, Profil 1). To edit the preset profile (in this example, Profil 1). The access parameters are disabled. The other parameters can be edited here. Single Tests Traceroute Open the Main menu.
8 IP tests Depending on the protocol and access: The ARGUS will display the user name saved in the profile for the PPP connection. The user name can, however, be changed. If the user name is changed here, it will only be placed in temporary storage; the profile itself is not modified. If you change the user name, you must enter the password again The password entered here is not saved in the profile. The ARGUS displays the IP address stored in the profile.
8 IP tests Traceroute The IP Traceroute will start automatically. During the IP Traceroute, the display shows: - the current hop and probe (in the example 5 -1: i.e. 5th hop and 1st probe) - Response time of the hop in the current probe (0.034 seconds) - The IP address of the current hop (in this example, 62.154.14.190) Traceroute result Display the xDSL connection parameters, trace data, bit distribution etc.
8 IP tests 8.3 HTTP Download In the HTTP download test, the ARGUS will attempt to download data from a web site or file. The ARGUS will display the current net download rate (the user data of the IP packets) and once the HTTP download is over the average speed (in the case of multiple download attempts). The following parameters (which are stored in the profile) are required for the HTTP download: Protocol-independent parameters: Settings Profile Select a profile for editing.
8 IP tests Ten user-defined server profiles are available. Edit the marked server profile. Edit the marked parameters Server profile: A total of up to 10 user-defined server profiles can be created. These server profiles will then be used for the HTTP download tests. The profiles hold all of the parameters required for the HTTP download. Server Enter the IP address of the server from which the ARGUS should download the file.
8 IP tests Num. parall. downl. The number of packets into which the requested download should be divided (see page 100). Range: 1 to 15 Default: 10 Profile name Entry of a name for the profile If an alias www address is entered as the "Source/Destination" address, the ARGUS will "only" download the one HTML page during the HTML download test. The ARGUS does not evaluate the HTML code, so any link to a “true” www address will be ignored.
8 IP tests Start the HTTP download (in this example: ADSL access in access mode ATU-R) Setup the xDSL connection. The profile shown on the display will be used for the HTTP download (in this example, Profil 1). To edit the preset profile (in this example, Profil 1). The xDSL access parameters are disabled. The other parameters can be edited here. Single Tests HTTP download Open the Main menu.
8 IP tests Mark the server profile (the default profile is marked with a ). Edit the marked profile For information on changing the individual settings, see page 99. Initializing HTTP download Initializing Display the xDSL connection parameters, trace data, bit distribution, signal to noise ratio for each tone etc. The HTTP download will start automatically.
8 IP tests HTTP download results Display the xDSL connection parameters, trace data, bit distribution, signal to noise ratio for each tone etc. Depending on the access mode and protocol, the ARGUS will display the BRAS, IP, PPP and WAN statistics. Cancel the test. Display results: - calculated average speed of all of the downloads (in the example, 18.109 Mbit/s) Save the result? - size of file loaded (in the example, 95.
9 VoIP test 9 VoIP test 9.1 VoIP telephony The ARGUS acts as a VoIP terminal with which a telephone (voice) call can be set up. The ARGUS uses the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) as the signaling protocol for VoIP. VoIP calls can be set up with or without a registrar or proxy. The ARGUS can be used to setup a VoIP connection (DSL telephony) via xDSL. The MOS / R factor of the RTP data stream will determined and displayed as an evaluation of the voice quality.
9 VoIP test Edit the marked parameters if necessary VoIP testparam. A total of 3 user-defined VoIP profiles can be configured. Edit the marked profile. Up to 3 VoIP profiles can be created. Edit the selected profile. Destination The VoIP destination can be entered as a call number, an IP address or as an SIP URI. The ARGUS will save up to 10 destinations. To edit a destination, select a place in the list and open it with .
9 VoIP test Registrar Use Registrar. Setting: yes or no: If an Internet Telephony server Service Provider (ITSP) is used (in such case, you will dial a normal telephone number), a regis-trar must be used. A registrar is not needed if you dial a VoIP phone directly, e.g. via its IP address or SIP-URI. Default setting: No Registrar Server Address of the registrar server Outbound (SBC = Session Border Controller) proxy / SBC Use proxy: This setting specifies whether or not to use Outbound Proxy.
9 VoIP test User agent ID-string or terminal type which will be sent to the called party. Default setting: Argus141 For information on the softkeys, see page 105 Type of Entry of the Type of Service. The Type of Service (ToS) is service used to prioritorize the handling of VoIP data in the Internet (thus voice data is - when possible - transferred faster).
9 VoIP test Adaptive Entry of the minimum (min) and maximum jitter (max) sizes of the jitter buffer and the initial buffer: value (init). Range: 20 to 600 ms min: 60ms init: 60ms max:120ms Codecs Preparation of a list of voice codecs to be used. If there are multiple codecs in the list, the priority is determined by the order in the list. Switch between softkey sets < > The marked codec will be moved down one place in the list. < > The marked codec will be moved up one place in the list.
9 VoIP test STUN server Use STUN Use STUN. Setting: yes or no. If there is a NAT router between the ARGUS and the next remote end (gateway), you must use STUN so that the ARGUS can determine which IP address the remote will receive.
9 VoIP test Start VoIP telephony (In this example: ADSL access) Access mode in the example: ATU-R Setup the xDSL connection. The profile used to set up the xDSL connection (in this example, Profil 1) will also be used for VoIP telephony. To edit the preset profile (in this example, Profil 1). The access parameters for the connection are blocked. The test parameters can be configured. Single Tests VoIP phone Open the Main menu.
9 VoIP test Select the VoIP profile (the default profile is marked with a ). Edit the marked profile For information on changing the individual parameters, see page 105. Initializing Shift key pressed Continuation in the second display Initializing Display the xDSL connection parameters, trace data, bit distribution, signal to noise ratio for each tone etc. The ARGUS will display the VoIP profile used, the protocol and the user ID (own number).
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9 VoIP test The subscriber called has accepted the call; the display shows “Connected!”. The ARGUS will determine the MOS value and will indicate whether the speech quality meets or exceeds the MOS threshold set (see page 109) - i.e. will display "OK" or "FAIL". It will also show the duration of the connection and the currently used voice codec (in this example, G.711 a-law, see page 107). Depending on the access mode and protocol, the ARGUS will display the BRAS, IP, PPP and WAN statistics.
9 VoIP test Display of the other VoIP results: Packet statistics: - - - - - Scroll through the other parameters packets received (Rx) packets sent (Tx) Error Counters: RTP drop RTP error RTP Jitter Rx: Current jitter Average jitter Minimum jitter Maximum jitter RTP packets lost (speech packets "Real time Transport Protocol“) (RTP Packet Loss) (Total, current, average, min. and max.
9 VoIP test The ARGUS will display the codecs available at the remote end. Return to the “outgoing call" display Open the “MOS info" display Ring Navigation Switch to "MOS info“ The ARGUS remains registered with the registrar even after the connection is cleared down. Before and after the connection is setup, the ARGUS will show the registration with the registrar (If Registrar set to "yes“). Press "Shift“ to display the and softkeys.
9 VoIP test An overview of the VoIP results During and after a successful registration: Display / Meaning SIP log A log showing the SIP methods and status codes exchanged Register state The ARGUS shows all of the important registration and registrar info in the Register state display.
9 VoIP test Clear down the connection, save and send log to PC The connection is cleared down in the same manner as it is after an IP ping. However, pressing the "Cancel“ key once will only clear down the connection (if there is one). The results will be saved when the key is pressed again. The ARGUS however will remain registered with the Registrar so the ARGUS can still be called (an incoming call can be rejected or accepted).
10 Test reports 10 Test reports The saved test reports can be viewed either on the ARGUS display or on a PC. The test data can be sent to a Windows PC, where - among other things - a comprehensive test report can be generated using the WINplus or WINanalyse software. The ARGUS saves the test results together with the date and the time (the ARGUS internal clock see page 124) in the sequentially numbered memory locations (1, 2, 3 etc.).
10 Test reports 10.1 Saving Test Reports The results of a test can be saved when a test is completed or when closing a display showing test results. The ARGUS saves the test result in the first available memory location. If the memory is full, you must manually select a memory location to be overwritten. As names for the memory locations, the ARGUS will suggest either AMP_1, AMP_2, AMP_3 etc.
10 Test reports 10.2 Displaying the Saved Test reports Test reports The ARGUS - Main menu 1 AMP_1 View Display the test report Select a memory location (In this example, the first memory location named AMP_1 has been selected). 10.3 Test reports – Sending to a PC The test reports can be sent to a PC, where they can be visualized and archived.
10 Test reports 10.4 Deleting Test reports Test reports The ARGUS - Main menu 1 AMP_1 Delete 1 empty Select a memory location (In this example, the first memory location named AMP_1 has been selected). Delete the test report stored in the selected memory location. The memory location will again be marked as "empty". For information on how to delete all test reports, see on page 126 “Reset All Parameters”. 10.
10 Test reports 10.6 Delete All Test reports The ARGUS will delete all of the test reports stored in the internal memory. Test reports The ARGUS - Main menu 1 AMP_1 Delete all Press to confirm that you really want to delete all 50 possible Select any memory location (In this example, the first memory location named AMP_1 has been selected). test reports.
11 ARGUS Settings - Device 11 ARGUS Settings - Device The ARGUS can be configured to suit special requirements. The default (factory) settings can be restored by selecting "Reset“(see page 126). 11.1 Trace / remote The ARGUS remains active and passes the recorded data online directly to the connected PC. Settings Trace / remote Off The marked Trace mode will be The ARGUS - Main menu The default (preset) Trace mode will be marked in the display with a .
11 ARGUS Settings - Device 11.2 Device Settings The procedure for configuring a device setting will be illustrated with a single example: "Alarm bell". The ARGUS - Main menu Using the cursor keys, select a setting (e.g. Alarm bell). The default setting will be marked in the display with a . Mark the desired setting. The selected setting will be marked blue in the display.
11 ARGUS Settings - Device Ringer volume With this setting you can set the volume level used by the ARGUS to signal an incoming call. The initial volume level can be set. - Default setting: Level 1 (very low) In addition, you can also set the final volume level.
11 ARGUS Settings - Device 11.3 Reset All Parameters The ARGUS will reset all of the parameters and settings to their default values. The PPP user name, IP addresses, profile names and all of the test reports stored in the ARGUS will be deleted. Settings Reset Continue with reset of all parameters? The ARGUS opens the next higher menu The ARGUS - Main menu Security query All the parameters will be reset to their default (preset) values.
12 Using the Battery Pack 12 Using the Battery Pack Changing the battery pack Switch the ARGUS off and disconnect the plug-in power supply. Afterwards, loosen the thumbscrew to release the battery pack. Battery pack handling The ARGUS may only be operated with the included battery pack. Connecting any other voltage supply to the battery pack contacts will damage the ARGUS. - The supplied battery pack may only be charged in the ARGUS. - Do not use the supplied battery pack in other devices.
12 Using the Battery Pack Charge battery The ARGUS will display the current charge of the battery pack graphically, if no power supply is connected. In the LCD display, a battery symbol will begin to blink, when there is still approximately (depending on the mode of operation) 5 minutes reserve power. During this period, it is possible that there may be audible interference and in rare cases even malfunctions. Connect the power supply.
13 Firmware Update 13 Firmware Update You can download a firmware file from www.argus.info/en/service free-of-charge and save it on your PC to later transfer to your ARGUS tester. Open the Internet site www.argus.info/en: Click on “Service”. Click on “to the download area ...”. Click on "ARGUS 141" and follow the instructions. ARGUS 141 You can download a PDF file with detailed instructions on updating the firmware from this web page.
13 Firmware Update Important information regarding the ARGUS Firmware Update: Do not, under any circumstances, start to update the firmware if the ARGUS is running on its battery pack. First connect the ARGUS to the plug-in power supply, before sending the firmware update file from your PC to the ARGUS. An ARGUS USB cable is required to perform an upgrade (USB cable with a miniUSB plug). Save the configuration and test reports before beginning an upgrade.
14 Appendix 14 Appendix A) Acronyms A AC Alternating Current or Access Server ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line AMP ARGUS Measurement Protocol ANSI American National Standards Institute ATM Aynchronous Transfer Mode ATU-R ADSL Transceiver Unit - Remote Auto-MDI-X Automatic Medium Dependent Interface Crossing Avg Average B BR Bridge BRAS Broadband Remote Access Server C Codec Coder-Decoder CRC Cyclic redundancy check D DC Direct Current DE Deutsch (German) DHCP Dynamic Hos
14 Appendix H HEC Header Error Checksum HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol I IAD Integrated Access Device ID Identifier IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers INP Impulse Noise Protection IP Intenet Protocol IPCP Internet Protocol Control Protocol IPoA Internet Protocol over ATM IPoE Internet Protocol over Ethernet ISO International Standardisation Organisation ISP Internet Service Provider ITSP Internet Telephony Service Provider ITU International Telecommunication
14 Appendix PADO PPPoE Active Discovery Offer PADR PPPoE Active Discovery Request PADS PPPoE Active Discovery Session confirmation PADT PPPoE Active Discovery Termination PAP Password Authentication Protocol PC Personal Computer PPP Point-to-Point Protocol PPPoA Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM PPPoE Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet PWR Power Q QLN Quiet Line Noise R RFC Request for Comments RJ Registered Jack RoHS Restriction of hazardous substances RTCP RealTime Control P
14 Appendix VoIP Voice over Internet Protocol (Voice over IP) VPI Virtual Path Identifier VTU-R VDSL Transceiver Unit - Remote W WAN Wide Area Network WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment X xDSL general term for several DSL types xTU-C xDSL Transceiver Unit - Central Office xTU-R xDSL Transceiver Unit - Remote 134 ARGUS 141
14 Appendix B) Error message: PPP connection Display on ARGUS Description External fault: Negotiation err Cannot negotiate the network protocol for PPPD, so the remote site is not reachable. Idle release Connection was terminated, since there was no activity. Time out rel Connection was terminated, since the maximum connection time elapsed. Echo req. error Remote site did not answer echo requests so the connection has been terminated.
14 Appendix C) Error message: Download test Display on ARGUS Description External fault: Http redir.error Fault: Too many HTTP redirects. Http no response No answer from HTTP server. Http serv.error HTTP server has returned an error. (for details see the table below "HTTP Error Messages") Http encod.error Due to an encoding problem, data transfer with HTTP is not possible. Network error Network error URL error Fault: No HTTP URL specified. Socket error 2 Error when connecting a socket.
14 Appendix D) HTTP status codes: Display on ARGUS: Code No. Meaning 100 Client should continue its request. 101 The protocol is being changed at the Client's request. 200 The Client's request has succeeded. 201 The Client's request that a new document be created was successful. 202 The Client's request has been accepted for processing. 203 The Client's request will be answered with information from a source other than the server. 204 The Client's request was successful.
14 Appendix 407 The request requires that the Client authenticate itself with a proxy. 408 The Client did not place its request within the time allowed by the server [Request Timeout]. 409 Due to a conflict (e.g.another request) the Client's request cannot be completed by the server. 410 The requested URL is [gone] no longer available on the server. 411 The Client sent data to the server without a defined Content Length.
14 Appendix E) General Error Messages Display on ARGUS Description Prot. not supp. The protocol (IP, PPPoE, etc.) is not supported in the selected mode. Unknown error Unknown error occurred. No PPP connec. No PPP connection can be setup. Test aborted Test aborted by user. Pingstart error Error when starting the Ping test. Fault: PPP connection Unexpected termination of the PPP connection. Unexp. PING end Unexpected termination of the Ping test.
14 Appendix F) VoIP SIP status codes SIP requests: The six basic requests / methods: INVITE Invite a user to a session (call - initiates a session) ACK Acknowledge an INVITE request BYE Terminate a session (hangup) CANCEL Terminates the setup of a connection REGISTER Provides subscriber data (host name and IP address) OPTIONS Supplies information regarding the functions supported by the other SIP telephone SIP responses: SIP responses are answers to SIP requests.
14 Appendix 300 Multiple Choices There is no unique destination address for the remote end. Please select one. 301 Moved Permanently Calls are being permanently forwarded. 302 Moved Temporarily Calls are being temporarily forwarded. 305 Use Proxy A proxy must be used. 380 Alternative Service Alternative service 400 Bad Request The request is not OK. 401 Unauthorized You are not authorized. 402 Payment Required Payment is required. 403 Forbidden This is not permitted.
14 Appendix 493 Undecipherable 500 Server Internal Error Decryption error. Internal error in the server. 501 Not Implemented The requested method (functionality) has not been implemented. 502 Bad Gateway The gateway is bad. 503 Service Unavailable The service is not available. 504 Server Time-Out The gateway did not respond in time. 505 Version Not Supported The SIP protocol version is not supported. 513 Message Too Large The message length is too long. Use TCP.
14 Appendix G) Software Licenses The ARGUS firmware includes code from what are known as Open Source packages, which have been published under various licenses (GPL, LGPL, MIT, BSD, etc.). Additional information can be found - if requested in your order - on the CD-ROM included in the package (see Software_License.htm) or can be viewed at http://www.argus.info/web/ download/Software_License.htm. In the event that you are interested in the sources licensed under GPL or LGPL, please contact support@argus.
