
Digital Analysis (QAM View OPT4): Quick Start
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Fig. 9-2 Digital Measurement Mode Keys
To activate DIGITAL Summary Mode, press the green Function key and
then press the C/N Measurement Mode key.
To activate EQUALIZER Mode, press the green Function key and then
press the Hum Measurement Mode key.
To activate CONSTELLATION Mode, press the green Function key and
then press the Mod Measurement Mode key.
To activate QAM INGRESS Mode, press the green Function key and then
press the Spect Measurement Mode key.
Correcting Signal Lock Errors
The SDA will automatically attempt to lock-on to the QAM signal of the
designated channel (or frequency). Lock errors may result from a variety of
conditions, including improper unit configuration or cable connection.
Connect the cable to the digital port on the unit before using any of the four
digital modes.
If initially unsuccessful, the following error message will appear:
“ERROR … Signal Unlocked! Confirm Connection to Dig Port. Retry.”
Press this softkey to retry to lock onto the QAM signal. This key
will appear in the lower right corner of the screen when lock
errors occur, otherwise the key will remain blank.
Digital Summary Mode (Quick Start)
This mode measures and summarizes the most critical quality
characteristics of a digital signal. The modulation format used to lock onto
the digital signal and symbol rate may be edited within this mode. QAM
Level and digital DETAIL also are available in this mode. The digital DETAIL
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