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Contents



Contents

1 About this manual..................................................................................8

1.1 Typographic conventions .........................................................................9

2 Introduction to DN 2 Manager.............................................................10 2.1 Node manager system architecture.......................................................10 2.2 General features ....................................................................................10 2.2.1 About cross-connection tables and conditions.......................................11 2.2.2 Compatibility with DN 2 nodes ...............................................................12 2.2.3 DYNACARD support..............................................................................12 2.3 User interface.........................................................................................13 2.3.1 Cross-connections..................................................................................14 2.4 Security considerations..........................................................................16 2.5 System requirements .............................................................................16

2.6 Product codes ........................................................................................17 2.7 Copyright notice .....................................................................................18

3 Installing DN 2 Manager.......................................................................19 3.1 General ..................................................................................................19 3.2 Installing DN 2 Manager.........................................................................20

4 Getting started......................................................................................22 4.1 Connecting the communication cable....................................................22 4.2 Starting DN 2 Manager...........................................................................23 4.3 Accessing the managed node................................................................24

4.4 Accessing the file ...................................................................................25 4.5 Closing the connection to a node...........................................................27 4.6 Using on-line help...................................................................................27 4.7 Printing...................................................................................................27 4.8 Exiting DN 2 Manager............................................................................28

5 Managing the DN 2...............................................................................29 5.1 Installing a new DN 2 node ....................................................................30 5.2 Adding a new unit to an existing node....................................................32 5.3 Removing a unit from an existing node..................................................33 5.4 Navigating in the Graphical Connections View window.........................33 5.5 Managing cross-connections in the Graphical Connections View

window...................................................................................................34 5.6 Creating cross-connections....................................................................36 5.7 Creating conditions.................................................................................36 5.8 Sending cross-connections to a node....................................................37 5.9 Editing cross-connection tables..............................................................38 5.10 Copying and pasting cross-connection tables and connection

lines........................................................................................................ 38 5.11 Managing cross-connections in Connections View window...................39 5.12 Backing up cross-connections................................................................40





5.13 Restoring cross-connections ................................................................. 41 5.14 Saving a cross-connection table to a file............................................... 42 5.15 Reading a cross-connection table from a file ........................................ 43 5.16 Sending cross-connection tables from a file to a node.......................... 43

5.17 Saving unit settings to a DN 2 node file................................................. 44 5.18 Sending unit settings from a DN 2 node file to a unit ............................ 45 5.19 Exporting and importing cross-connections to and from a

structured text file.................................................................................. 45 5.20 Documenting cross-connection tables................................................... 46 5.21 Managing alarms................................................................................... 46

6 Reference ............................................................................................. 49 6.1 About DN 2 Manager dialog box ........................................................... 49 6.2 Acquire User Privileges dialog box........................................................ 50 6.3 Activated Table Number Set dialog box................................................ 51 6.4

Add B-Connection dialog box................................................................ 53

6.5 Add C-Connection dialog box................................................................ 55 6.6 Add Condition dialog box....................................................................... 59 6.7 Add D-Connection dialog box................................................................ 61 6.8 Add Y-Connection dialog box................................................................ 64 6.9 Alarm Settings dialog box...................................................................... 66 6.10 Alarms View window.............................................................................. 67 6.11 Change Password dialog box................................................................ 69 6.12 Conditions View window........................................................................ 70 6.13 Connection Point dialog box.................................................................. 72 6.14 Connections View window..................................................................... 74 6.15 Connection Tables View window........................................................... 77

6.16 Nokia Connection Tool dialog box......................................................... 79 6.17 Count Cross Connections dialog box.................................................... 81 6.18 CPU Reset Counters dialog box............................................................ 81 6.19 CU Identifications dialog box................................................................. 82 6.20 CU Port Settings dialog box.................................................................. 84 6.21 CU Temporary Controls......................................................................... 87 6.22 Default IU Settings dialog box............................................................... 88 6.23 Delete All Connections dialog box......................................................... 89 6.24 Diagnostic Test Faults dialog box.......................................................... 90 6.25 DN 2 Manager window.......................................................................... 92 6.25.1 Manage menu........................................................................................ 95 6.25.2 Edit menu.............................................................................................. 99

6.25.3 Configure menu................................................................................... 101 6.25.4 Tables menu........................................................................................104 6.25.5 Faults menu......................................................................................... 107 6.25.6 Testing menu....................................................................................... 108 6.25.7 Performance menu.............................................................................. 109 6.25.8 Options menu...................................................................................... 109 6.25.9 Window menu...................................................................................... 110 6.25.10 Help menu........................................................................................... 111 6.26 Download Unit Dump From dialog box................................................ 111



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6.27 DYNACARD Identifications dialog box.................................................113 6.28 Edit B-Connection dialog box...............................................................114 6.29 Edit C-Connection dialog box...............................................................114 6.30 Edit Condition dialog box......................................................................114

6.31 Edit D-Connection dialog box...............................................................116 6.32 Edit Y-Connection dialog box...............................................................116 6.33 Equipment View window......................................................................116 6.34 Export Connections dialog box.............................................................119 6.35 Fault Consequences dialog box...........................................................120 6.36 File Open dialog box............................................................................123 6.37 File Save and File Save As dialog boxes.............................................125 6.38 Filter Connections dialog box...............................................................126 6.39 Find Connections dialog box................................................................127 6.40 Graphical Connections View window...................................................127 6.41 Import Connections dialog box.............................................................130 6.42 Install Unit dialog box...........................................................................132 6.43 IU Channel Temporary Controls dialog box.........................................134 6.44 IU Identifications dialog box.................................................................135 6.45 IU Port Controls dialog box..................................................................137 6.46 IU Unit Temporary Controls..................................................................138 6.47 Manager Options dialog box................................................................140 6.48 Memory Tests dialog box.....................................................................143 6.49 Modify HW-unit ID dialog box...............................................................145 6.50 Node Privileges Settings dialog box.....................................................146 6.51 Node Settings dialog box.....................................................................147 6.52 Nokia Q1 Connection Tool window......................................................149 6.53 Port Settings dialog box.......................................................................149

6.54 Ports View window...............................................................................154 6.55 Print dialog box ....................................................................................155 6.56 Print Node Settings... dialog box..........................................................156 6.57 Print Setup dialog box..........................................................................156 6.58 Restore File dialog box.........................................................................156 6.59 Save Backup As dialog box..................................................................157 6.60 Select Ports dialog box.........................................................................158 6.61 Service Alarms dialog box....................................................................160 6.62 Statistics dialog box..............................................................................161 6.63 Status Change dialog box....................................................................163 6.64 Synchronisation....................................................................................165 6.65 Table Condition dialog box...................................................................168

6.66 Time-slot Allocation View Dialog..........................................................170 6.67 Time-slot Temporary Controls dialog box............................................171 6.68 Unit Alarms window..............................................................................172 6.69 Unit Supply Voltages dialog box...........................................................173 6.70 Upload Unit Dump To dialog box.........................................................175

Appendix A..........................................................................................................176

Glossary 177



Summary of changes



Summary of changes

DN03450524 Issue 1–0 en 15 Sep 2003 Windows XP included. Valid for programs:

P31135.01P31135.02

P31135.03

P31135.51

P31135.52

P31135.53

DN Issue 1-0 en 01 Apr 2006 Windows 2003 included. Valid for programs:

P31135.11

P31135.12

P31135.13

P31135.61

P31135.62

P31135.63





1 About this manual This manual is intended for the users of DN 2 Manager. It covers all the

information you need to start using DN 2 Manager to manage DN 2 Dynamic

Node Equipment using CUSW versions 03A, 04A, 05A, 06A, 07B, 07C, and

IU2 SW versions 03A, 04A, 05A, 06A, 07B, 07C, and 07D.

This User's Manual provides the following information:

• Installation instructions

• A tour of basic operations of DN 2 Manager

• A detailed reference chapter.

Chapter 2 introduces DN 2 Manager, its main functions and the system

requirements it sets on your computer.

Chapter 3describes the installation of DN 2 Manager on the hard disk of your

computer. It also gives instructions for setting the password and adding, or

deleting, users to the user database.

Chapters 4, Getting Startedand 5, Managing the DN provide a tour of basic

operations of DN 2Manager. They are intended to help users get acquainted

with the program and we recommend that you go through the procedures step

by step. Later you may go straight to the topic you need.

More detailed information about windows and commands is provided in

Chapter 6 , Reference, which presents all the windows and dialog boxes of

DN2Manager in alphabetical order.

Please familiarise yourself with Microsoft Windows before operating this

program.

Software version

You may check the DN 2 Manager software version while using it. See Chapter6, Reference, Help Menu.

For further information see also:

• Microsoft Windows manuals

• DN 2 Operating Handbook



About this manual



• DN 2 SOMS Operating Handbook

• Macro Service Terminal Emulator User's Manual.

The DN 2 Operating Handbookand DN 2 SOMS Operating Handbookprovide

the information required for installing, commissioning, and operating the DN 2and DN 2 SOMS nodes.

The Macro STE User's Manual provides the information required for installing

and operating the Macro STE.

1.1 Typographic conventions

The table below presents the conventions that are used in the DN 2 Manager

User's Manual:Table 1. Typographic conventions

Italic font Indicates a word or phrase that is emphasised, or

a reference to the title of a manual, example:

See DN 2 Manager User's Manual

Bold font Indicates the title of a window, or an option,

command, field or group, or anything that you

must type exactly as it appears. Examples:

Help → Index means: choose Index from the

Help menu.

A:\install means: type A:\install

m:1,2,3,4 Indicates menu commands (for example 1,2,3,4)

given with Service Terminal or Macro STE.

ALL CAPITALS Indicate a directory or file name. Example:

INSTALL.EXE

SMALL CAPITALS Indicate the keys of the terminal keyboard.

Example:

CTRL

Highlights the start of a procedure.





2 Introduction to DN 2 Manager

This chapter introduces DN 2 Manager, its main functions and the system

requirements it sets on your computer.

The DN 2 Manager program provides an easy-to-use interface for managing the

cross-connections and settings of Nokia's DN 2 Dynamic Node Equipment. DN

2 Manager runs on a PC-compatible computer under Windows NT Workstation,Windows NT Terminal Server, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, and Windows

XP.

DN 2 nodes can also be managed by using the Service Terminal or Service

Terminal Emulator program which also runs on a PC-compatible computer

under Windows NT Workstation, Windows NT Terminal Server, Windows

2000, Windows 2003, and Windows XP.

2.1 Node manager system architecture

DN 2Manager is an NMS/10 -compatible management product. All the

NMS/10- compatible node managers can operate at the same time on the same

standard PC. NMS/10 supports awide range of node managers using different

communications software to manage different kinds of equipment.

2.2 General features

DN 2 Manager has been especially designed to manage the DN 2 Dynamic

Node Equipment. Its main function is to facilitate the creating and editing of

crossconnections in a node.

DN 2 Manager can manage one node or file at a time either in quick start-up or

normal mode.

The main functions you may perform using DN 2 Manager are the following:

• bring a new DN 2 node into use

• add and remove units



Introduction to DN 2 Manager



• connect to and communicate with a DN 2 node currently operating on a

network

• set synchronisation settings

• create and edit cross-connection tables and conditions

• reconfigure the cross-connections and equipment configuration of a DN 2

node to modify its function in the network

• manage node files

• import and export data between a DN 2 node and a file to copy settings

from one unit, or node, to another

• read status information and statistics from a DN 2 node, including

information on any alarms that have been generated on the nodes

• monitor alarms

• set on controls on the node

• perform tests

• configure DYNACARD products with a Macro Service Terminal

Emulator (separate products)

• poll through the service bus addresses and list the equipment found on the

screen.

2.2.1 About cross-connection tables and conditions

The cross-connections in the DN 2 are arranged in cross-connection tables. A

table contains a set of cross-connections that can be operated as one object.

Several tables may be defined for each equipment and, although they can be

combined (see below), the basic rule is that only one table is active at a time

and, therefore, cross-connections are shown one table at a time on the DN 2

Manager display.

Individual cross-connections and whole tables can be set conditional, so that a

table is activated automatically as a response to a trigger (for example, a fault)

in the transmission network.

Tables may be combined. This feature is especially useful with conditional

tables, since usually only some of the cross-connections need to be changed because of a fault. The fixed cross-connections can be defined in an

unconditional table and the modifiable ones in conditional tables, each of which

is combined with an unconditional table. When any of the conditional tables is

activated, the fixed cross-connections become active as well.





2.2.2 Compatibility with DN 2 nodes

DN 2 Manager C5.4 can be used for controlling the DN 2 CU SW versions

03A, 04A, 05A, 06A, 07B, 07C, and IU2 SWversions 03A, 04A, 05A, 06A,

07B, 07C, and 07D (also SW version 02A for both units, with restrictionsmentioned in Appendix A). After DN 2 Manager has been installed, a DN 2

Manager Read Me icon will appear in the DN 2 program group. DN 2 Manager

Read Me provides information on the compatibility between DN 2 Manager and

DN 2 equipment software.

2.2.3 DYNACARD support

DYNACARDunits are managed by using the D-card Manager and/or Macro

STE program. When you want to change or copy the settings of a DYNACARD

unit, D-card Manager is started automatically for supported units. If it is notavailable or a unit is not supported, Macro STE (Service Terminal Emulator) is

started.

D-Card Manager C1.2 and Macro STE are not included in the DN 2 Manager

program but must be purchased separately.

Figure 1. Macro Service Terminal Emulator window






Figure 2. An example of DYNACARD Manager

2.3 User interface

DN 2Manager serves as a simple-to-use interface between the user and the DN

2 node, and provides a graphical presentation of the equipment being managed.

The user interface is realised by an application window known as DN 2

Manager window. This window contains all the other windows which display

different views of the node being managed. The different windows are:

• Equipment View

• Ports View

• Connection Tables View

• Connections View

• Graphical Connections View

• Conditions View





• Alarms View

• DYNACARD Bus Time Slot Allocation View.

All equipment settings (such as unit configuration or port settings) are sent to

the equipment immediately when the dialog box is closed. Cross-connectiontables, connections and the related conditions are edited in the Manager and

have to be sent with a separate command to the node. The correctness of the

settings is checked in the respective dialogs. Sending of incorrect information is

either prevented or a warning is given in a message box.

It is also possible to configure a virtual node. This means that there is no

connection to the actual node but the configuration is saved on the disk of the

PC. This way the configuration can be done beforehand and sent later from the

file to the node.

DN 2 Manager also provides on-line help on the use of the Manager software.

2.3.1 Cross-connections

The DN 2 allows the use of the following cross-connection types:

• Ordinary through-connections (B-type)

• Digital common channels (C-type)

• Fixed data (D-type)

• Protection switch (Y-type).

Connections of types B, C, and D can also be defined as conditional.

A separate mask connection (M-type) is not available, but can be defined as a

part of the connection types mentioned above.

A more detailed description of the cross-connection types can be found in the

DN 2 Operating Handbook, part 'Functional Description'. On the display,

different types can be identified by respective character symbols.

The cross-connection tables are presented in the Connections View window.

Figure 3. Connections View window






Alternatively, cross-connections can also be presented in the Graphical

Connections View window (Figure 4). The graphical mode is practical when

you are defining the initial configuration of a network node or making major

changes in a node. This mode is also useful when getting acquainted with the

capabilities of the managed equipment. Minor changes are sometimes easier tomake in the normal Connections View window because its output is similar to a

cross connection table.

Figure 4. Graphical Connections View window

Tip

Because the DN 2 allows cross-connections on port (2M), time slot, or bit level,

each of these levels is shown on the display.

All levels appear symmetrically on the upper (Rx side) and lower (Tx side) half of the display as a bar, and the space between the bars represents the cross-

connection matrix.

Each square on the topmost (and lowest) bar represents one port. The unused

orts are greyed. Any of the ports may be selected and zoomed onto time slot

evel. Exactly the same way, one of the time slots may be zoomed onto bit level.





2.4 Security considerations

NodeDN 2 nodes can be protected against unauthorised access with a password or by

equiring the PIN signal to be grounded in the service terminal connector P1 of

the CU (see the DN 2 Operating Handbook). When the password protection has

been activated on a node, you must give the correct password via the Manager

to get privileges. When the PIN protection is in use, ground first the PIN and

after that select Local PIN Ground in the Configure → Acquire User

Privileges... menu.

During extended Node Manager sessions we recommend that you use a long

time-out, check the Remember Password option in the Options menu or

temporarily remove the node protection to avoid unnecessary interruptions

cused by protection time-outs.

Manager security

The security of Node Manager can be enhanced by using Windows NT

Workstation user groups and directory level security. With NTFS, authorisation

to Node Manager files and directories can be granted either to user groups or

single users with different levels of granularity.

By using the Windows NT Workstation security system, all unauthorised access

to protected Node Manager files can be effectively prevented. This includes

possible attempts to boot the computer with an alternative operating system or

to write hostile software to read out the Node Manager files and directories. If

access through a computer network is a threat, the network files to be protected

can be placed into a Windows NT Workstation file server.

Tip

Keep the Node Manager installation CD-ROM and this DN 2 Node ManagerUser's Manual in a safe place in order to prevent unauthorised access to any DN

2 nodes and unauthorised use of the DN 2 Node Manager program.

2.5 System requirements

This section describes the hardware and software requirements of the computer

for running DN 2 Manager.

• Personal computer with a Pentium processor

• A minimum of 32 MB of RAM, 64 MB recommended

• At least 40 MB hard disk space exclusively for MDAC 2.5 and GCS R5.0






• A CD-ROM drive and a high density 3.5" floppy disk drive

• A VGA-compatible (or better) graphical display; a colour display with

resolution of 800 × 600 is recommended

• A mouse, trackball or equivalent pointing device

− driver software

− mouse port

• V.24/V.28 serial port for connecting Node Manager to network elements

− node manager cable (RS-232)

• A printer supported by Windows NT Workstation (optional)

− driver software

− printer port

• Operating system options:

− Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (with Service Pack 6.0 or

higher)

− Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 (Terminal Server Edition) (with

Service Pack 4.0 or higher)

− Microsoft Windows 2000 (Professional) (with Service Pack 4.0 or

higher)

− Microsoft Windows XP (Professional) (with Service Pack 4.0 or

higher)

− Microsoft Windows 2003 Standard Server (with Service Pack 1 or above)

If DN 2 Manager is connected to the same service bus with another

management equipment (for example TMC), a TMS Adaptor is needed.

2.6 Product codes

DN 2 Manager C5.4

P31135.11 DN 2 Manager C5.4 (license for 1 user)

P31135.12 DN 2 Manager C5.4 (license for 5 users)

P31135.13 DN 2 Manager C5.4 (license for 10 users)

P31135.61 DN 2 Manager C5.4 softwareupgrade

(license for 1 user)

P31135.62 DN 2 Manager C5.4 software (license for 5 users)





upgrade

P31135.63 DN 2 Manager C5.4 softwareupgrade

(license for 10 users)

C32373.20 DN 2 Manager C5.4 User'sManual

Macro Service Terminal Emulator

P31134.11 Macro STE C4.4 (license for 1 user)

P31134.12 Macro STE C4.4 (license for 5 users)

P31134.13 Macro STE C4.4 (license for 10 users)

P31134.61 Macro STE C4.4 upgrade (license for 1 user)

P31134.62 Macro STE C4.4 upgrade (license for 5 users)

P31134.63 Macro STE C4.4 upgrade (license for 10 users)

DYNACARD Managers (for managing DYNACARD units)

P31132.01 D-Card Manager C1.2 (license for 1 user)

P31132.02 D-Card Manager C1.2 (license for 5 users)

P31132.03 D-Card Manager C1.2 (license for 10 users)

P31132.51 D-Card Manager C1.2 upgrade (license for 1 user)

P31132.52 D-Card Manager C1.2 upgrade (license for 5 users)

P31132.53 D-Card Manager C1.2 upgrade (license for 10 users)

Interface acessories

TU 21748.02 V.11/V.28 Converter (G) Cable Set

2.7 Copyright notice

The copyright to the DN 2Manager software is owned by Nokia Corporation.

All rights reserved. Unauthorised use, copying, and modification of this

software is prohibited.

• The program may be used on a single machine only.

• Only one backup copy of the program may be made.

©COPYRIGHT Nokia Corporation 1994-2006

All rights reserved.



Installing DN 2 Manager



3 Installing DN 2 Manager

This chapter describes how to install DN 2 Manager on the hard disk of your

computer and set a password for DN 2 Manager.

This chapter assumes that:

• You have the DN 2 Manager installation CD-ROM.

• The computer to which you are installing DN 2 Manager fulfils the

hardware and software requirements, as detailed in Section 2.5 'System

Requirements'.

• Microsoft Windows NT Workstation / Windows NT Terminal Server

/Windows 2000 / Windows 2003 Standard Server / Windows XP has

been previously installed and it is working properly.

• You know how to use Microsoft Windows NT Workstation / Windows

NT Terminal Server / Windows 2000 / Windows 2003 Standard Server /

Windows XP.

• You are aware of other NMS/10-compatible manager products installed

on your PC.

3.1 General

The installation of DN 2 Manager software in the PC is very easy. The software

is supplied with a Setup program that creates all the needed directories for DN 2

Manager and copies the program files there.

If you have other NMS/10-compatible manager products, DN 2Manager must

be installed in the same root directory as the other managers.DN 2 Manager can be connected to a DN 2 node locally through the V.11 port.

When using the V.11 port, an interface converter is needed. The DN 2 node can

also be controlled remotely via the EOC.





3.2 Installing DN 2 Manager

To install DN 2 Manager on Microsoft Windows NT / WTS:

Note

Before installing DN2 Manager C5.4 under Windows NT / WTS, install GCS

R5.0 SP3 manually from previous disk of DN2 Manager Release.

1. Start Windows and open the Program Manager. (Close all other

applications before installing DN 2 Manager.)

2. Insert the DN 2 Manager installation CD into the appropriate drive (for

example D:\). Autorun will show the Demo splash screen.

3. Click the DN2 Manager C5.4 button to start installation.

4. Click the Readme file to view the DN2 Manager C5.4 Readme file.

5. Click the Acrobat Reader option to install Acrobat Reader V5.0.

6. Click the User Manual button to view the user manual in PDF format.

7. A Component Update dialog box appears which shows the updates of

Microsoft Data Access Component (2.12.4202.3Æ 2.53.6200.2) and

Widows System Libraries Update (NoneÆ 1.00.000).

8. MDAC 2.5 is installed.

9. Required system libraries are installed.

10. Once the system libraries installation has been completed, a window

indicating that the Setup initialisation is running will appear for DN 2

Node Manager C5.4.

11. The DN 2 Node Manager C5.4 Welcome dialog box is displayed. Click

the Next button to continue.

12. The Software License Agreement dialog box appears. Click Yes to

accept the license agreement.

13. The User Information dialog box appears displaying the Name and

Company.14. Click the Next button to continue with the installation of DN 2 Node

Manager C5.4.

15. Once the installation has been completed, the Setup Complete dialog

appears.



Installing DN 2 Manager



To install DN 2 Manager on Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 Standard

Server:

1. Start Windows and open the Program Manager. (Close all other

applications before installing DN 2 Manager.)

2. Insert the DN 2 Manager installation CD into the appropriate drive (for

example D:\). Autorun will show the Demo splash screen.

3. Click the DN2 Manager C5.4 button to start installation.

4. Click the Readme file to view the DN2 Manager C5.4 Readme file.

5. Click the Acrobat Reader option to install Acrobat Reader V5.0.

6. Click the User Manual button to view the user manual in PDF format.

7. A Component Update dialog is displayed. This dialog shows the updatesfor Widows System Libraries Update (NoneÆ 1.00.000), Nokia GCS

General Communication Service (NoneÆ 5.0.14.0).

If you have GCS R5.0 already installed in your system, the setup shows the

update for Nokia GCS General Communication Service (4.2.20.0Æ 5.0.14.0)


box appears.

If you have an old version of DN 2Manager installed on your computer, it will

be uninstalled.

9. The Welcome dialog box for DN 2 Manager C5.4 is displayed.

10. Click the Next button to open the Software Licence Agreement dialog

box.

11. Select the I agree the terms in the license agreement option.

12. Click the Next button to open the Customer Information dialog box.

13. Click the Next button to open the Setup dialog box.

14. Select the Complete option and click Next to display the Ready to

install dialog box.

15. Click the Install button to continue the installation for DN 2 Node

Manager C5.4.


will appear.

17. Click the Finish button to exit the setup.

18. Run the DN 2 Node Manager C5.4.





4 Getting started

This chapter explains the principles of operating DN 2 Manager: how to start

the Manager program, access the managed equipment, and exit the program.

Also the use of DN 2 Manager Help is described.

This chapter assumes that:

• DN 2 Manager is installed on your computer. (For installationinstructions, see Chapter 3, 'Installing DN 2 Manager'.)

• The settings of the COM2 port you are using to communicate with the

DN 2 node are:

Baud rate: 9600

Data bits: 8

Parity: Even

Stop bits: 1

Flow control: None

If you need to change communication parameters, you can edit them in the

Nokia Connection Tool dialog box of the Nokia Q1 Connection Tool (see the

GCS R5.0 User Manual).

• You know the full address of the node you will be accessing. For further

information, see the DN 2 Operating Handbook.

4.1 Connecting the communication cable

DN 2 Manager is connected to a DN 2 node locally through a V.11 interface

(the same interface to which the Service Terminal may be connected). An

interface converter card is needed. The accessories for the PC are listed in

Section 2.6,Product Codes.



Getting started



Figure 5. Connecting the PC to the node, example

Connect one end of the interface cable to the RS port of the PC and the other

end to the upper front connector on the CU (Control Unit) of the DN 2 node

being managed. If the port COM2 is free, connect the DN 2 node to it.

4.2 Starting DN 2 Manager

This section assumes that DN 2Manager is connected via a communication

cable to an operational DN 2 node.

To start DN 2 Manager:

1. Start Windows.

2. Choose the Start → Programs → DN 2 Manager → DN 2 Manager menu

command.

When DN 2 Manager is started, the DN 2Manager application window appears

(Figure 6). Via this window you can reach all the other windows in DN 2

Manager. No other windows are initially open.

The DN 2Manager application window has a toolbar to provide shortcuts to the

frequently needed menu commands. The window also has a status bar which

displays help information on the currently selected menu command. The status

bar also displays alarm information while you are monitoring current alarms.





Tip

Some menu commands are not available in the quick start-up mode.

Figure 6. DN 2 Manager application window in normal mode

4.3 Accessing the managed node

After starting DN 2 Manager, you have four alternative ways to access the node

you want to manage:

1. To use a scan function to find the accessible nodes in the network

2. To use a scan function to find the accessible nodes in the database

3. To select the node by giving its address

4. To use a direct connection.

For detailed instructions on how to access the DN 2 node from the Manager, see

the GCS R5.0 User Manual.

Normal and quick start-up mode

Before you connect to a node, you can select whether you want to manage the

node in the normal or quick start-up mode. To select the mode, choose the

Options→Manager Options menu item and check the options you want. Note

that the mode has to be selected before establishing a connection to the node:

you cannot change the mode during a management session.



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The Manager also provides an option of reading data from selected ports only at

the start-up. This option is available both in the normal and quick start-up mode.

For more information, see section 6.47.

In the normal mode, the Manager reads all data from the node: node-levelsettings, unit-level settings, port-specific settings and cross-connections. When

connection to the node has been created, the Nokia Connection Tool dialog box

closes and the Manager shows the Equipment View window (Figure 7).

Figure 7. Equipment View window

In the quick start-up mode, the Manager only reads the cross-connections.

When connection to the node has been created, the Nokia Connection Tool

dialog box closes and the Manager shows the Connection Tables View window

(Figure 31).

Tip

Not all features of the Manager are available in the quick start-up mode.

4.4 Accessing the file

After starting DN 2 Manager, you can connect to a DN 2 node file locally by

selecting the Manage→Open menu command. This opens the File Open

dialog box in which you can enter the name of the DN 2 node you want to open.





Figure 8. DN 2 file connection mode

When DN 2 Manager is accessed in the file mode, the text File Connection is

displayed in the main window informing you that DN 2 Manager is connected

to a file.

The status bar shows a text message Connected To File in blue color along

with a separate bitmap for the file connection mode.

When DN 2 Manager is in the file mode, a different mouse cursor is displayed.

Note that in DN 2 Manager this option is checked by default. To disable this

option, choose Options→Manager Options... and uncheck the Show different

cursor in file mode option.

Figure 9. Cursor in file mode



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4.5 Closing the connection to a node

To close the connection to a node:

• Give the menu command Manage → Disconnect.

DN 2 Manager is able to manage one node at a time. Therefore, the connection

to the current node is automatically closed when you choose a new node to be

managed (by choosing Manage → Connect...).

4.6 Using on-line help

DN 2 Manager contains a comprehensive on-line help system which provides

you with help information about how to use all aspects of the Manager. Help

information is available at any time when you are using the Manager.

To access the help system, use one of the following methods:

• Press F1. Then choose a topic from the index.

• Choose the Help menu in the DN 2 Manager window.

• Click the Help button in a dialog box.

• Choose the Start → Programs → DN 2 Manager → DN 2 Manager

Help menu command. Then you can choose the desired topic from theindex.

For further information on using the on-line help, refer to Microsoft Windows

user manuals.

4.7 Printing

You can print the information in the currently active window on the default

printer.

To print the information in the active window:

1. Select the window you want to print. If the desired window is not open,

you can select it from the menu or toolbar.

2. Choose the Manage→Print... menu item. The information is now printed

on the default printer.





You may also print screens and windows using Microsoft Windows. Refer to

your Windows user manuals for further information.

4.8 Exiting DN 2 Manager

Closing the DN 2 Manager window terminates the DN 2 Manager program.

To exit DN 2 Manager:

1. Choose the Manage → Exit menu item.

2. If you have outstanding data in the Connections View or Graphical

Connections View window, DN 2 Manager asks whether you wish tosend the changes to the node.

3. The Manager program closes down.



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5 Managing the DN 2

This chapter describes the following procedures:

• Installing a new DN 2 node

• Adding and removing units to and from a node

• Navigating in the Graphical Connections View window

• Managing cross-connections in the Graphical Connections View window

• Creating cross-connections

• Creating conditions

• Sending cross-connections from DN 2 Manager to a node

• Editing cross-connection tables

• Copying and pasting cross-connection tables and connection lines

• Managing cross-connections in the Connections View window

•

Backing up and restoring node configurations• Saving cross-connection tables to a file and restoring them

• Sending cross-connection tables from a file to a node

• Saving unit settings to a DN 2 node file

• Sending unit settings from a DN 2 node file to a unit

• Exporting and importing cross-connections to and from a text file

• Documenting cross-connection tables

• Managing alarms

•

Access rights.This chapter assumes that you have successfully started the Manager and

accessed the managed node as described in Chapter 4, Getting Started.





5.1 Installing a new DN 2 node

Installation of a node means setting up a completely new node so that it can be

used on a network for data transmission.

Before starting the installation, prepare a network level plan that includes the

network structure, the node types and their Q1 addresses. Within each node,

plan the types and slots of the plug-in units.

The default speed of the DN 2 PC Interface is 4800.

Tip

It is recommended that the Install All Units option in the Install Unit dialog

box is used only when the entire node is taken into use for the very first time.

To take a new DN 2 node into use:

1. Connect to the node by choosing the Manage→ Connect... menu item.

(See Section 4.3, Accessing the managed nodefor detailed instructions.)

2. Give the Configure→Add Units menu command. Choose the Install All

Units option in the Install Unit dialog box to include all equipped units in

the equipment configuration. The installation data of the entire

configuration is read from the node to DN 2 Manager.

3. Check that you have given an address and necessary identifications for

the node and that the data hybrid settings are correct. For further information, refer to the DN 2 Operating Handbook, part 'Operation'.

To take a new DN 2 node into use with saved configuration file:

If you are installing several nodes with almost similar settings, you can use the

backup file of the first node as a starting point for the configuration of the other

DN 2 nodes.

1. Connect directly to the new node with the common address (4095) andinstall all units as described in the previous section.

2. Open a backup file by giving the Manage → Restore... menu command.

3. This brings up the Restore File dialog box (Figure 10) where you can

choose the name of the backup file you want to use as a configuration

file. Click Open to send the configuration to the node.



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Figure 10. Restore File dialog box

If you want to change the settings of the managed DN 2:

4. Choose the menu command Manage→Refresh to make sure the settings

are the same both in the node and the Manager.

5. Change the settings that are different for the new node by using theappropriate Configure and Tables menu commands:

• Configure → Node Settings... for node name, Q1 address, service

interface speed, and data hybrid

• Configure → Unit Settings... for unit settings

• Configure → Synchronisation... for synchronisation settings

• Configure → Ports View for 2M interface settings

• Configure → Node Privileges Settings for node's protection settings

• Tables menu commands for editing cross-connections and conditions, if

necessary.Refer to Chapter 6, Reference for detailed description of the above menu

commands.





5.2 Adding a new unit to an existing node

This section contains information on how to install DN 2 units in the node.

To install a new unit, when connected to a node:

1. Make sure that the units to be installed have been properly inserted in the

subrack.

2. You may use the saved unit dump of an existing, similar type of unit as a

starting point for the settings of the new unit.

3. In the Equipment View window, click a slot and choose the menu

command Configure → Add Units... or double-click a slot. The Install

Unit dialog box (Figure 11) appears.

By default, the slot number you clicked is selected in the Free Slots list box.

This is a multiple selection list, so you can choose several new units at the same

time as long as they are of the same type.

Note

Do not use the option Install All Units to add a single unit because this

command will reallocate all time slots. The command is intended to be used

only when an entire DN 2 equipment is taken into use for the very first time.

4. Click the Send button to add the selected unit(s) to the Equipment View

window. The dialog box does not close until you click the Close button,

so you can install several new units of different type without closing thedialog box.

Figure 11. Install Unit dialog box



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To install a new unit, when not connected to a node:

1. You may use the saved unit dump of an existing, similar type of unit as astarting point for the settings of the new unit.

2. In the Equipment View window, click a slot and choose the menu

command Configure→ Add Units... or double-click a slot. The Install

Unit dialog box (Figure 11) appears.

As a default, the slot number you clicked is selected in the Free Slots list box.

This is a multiple selection list, so you can choose several new units at the same

time as long as they are of the same type.

Since you are working off-line, you need to specify the Unit Type, Hardware

Unit Id, and Program Id manually for each new unit. You can find the Id

information in your DN 2 user manuals. (For example, for an IU2 the HardwareUnit Id could be CU24101.00 04A and Program Id CS24160 07C.) This Id

information is used by the DYNACARD manager software package, so if you

are not using that, you may leave the Id fields empty.

Click the Send button to add the selected unit(s) to the Equipment View

window. The dialog box does not close until you click the Close button, so you

can install several new units of different type without closing the dialog box.

5.3 Removing a unit from an existing node

This section contains information on how to remove units from a node or a file.

To remove a unit from a node, when connected to a node or a file:

1. Select from the subrack picture of the Equipment View window the unit

slot from which a unit should be removed.

2. Choose Configure → Remove Unit.

5.4 Navigating in the Graphical Connections Viewwindow

The Graphical Connections View window (Figure 12) opens with the menu

command Tables → Graphical Connections View. The window contains two

horizontal bars consisting of boxes numbered from 1 to 40. Each box represents

a 2M port in the DN 2 node.





You can move around in the Graphical Connections View window with the

arrow and TAB keys on your keyboard.

Left and right arrow keys move the cursor horizontally on a capacity level.

Down and up keys move the cursor vertically displaying and hiding capacitylevels. The TAB key toggles the cursor between the Rx and Tx sides.

Navigating in the display by using a mouse:

1. Double-click any of the ports in the upper bar. A new bar showing the

time slots of the selected port will appear.

2. Double-click any of the time slots. A new bar showing the data and

signalling bits of the selected time slot will appear.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the lower ports.

4. Click any of the time slots. The bit level bar will disappear.

5. Click any of the ports. The time slot and bit level bars will disappear.

Practise navigating back and forth on different levels. You may select any

combination of the upper and lower levels.

5.5 Managing cross-connections in the GraphicalConnections View window

The working area in the graphics mode is shown in Figure 12. Resources (ports,

time slots, and bits, that is, the connection level) are shown both in the upper

and lower parts of the working area. The same resource is therefore shown

twice.



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The separator after every second port indicates the unit boundary. The IU2 units

(consisting of two 2 Mbit/s ports) are indicated with port numbers. Boxeswithout port numbers denote that either the unit location is empty or the unit in

the location cannot contain cross-connections (for example, CU or

DYNACARD).

Tip

Cross-connections may be created in unit locations which have an IU2 unit

installed, because the connections are valid only if there is an IU2 unit in that

particular location.

The cross-connection matrix is the area between the upper and the lower

resource. Unidirectional connections are displayed with a dashed line and bidirectional connections with a solid line. The master direction is denoted with

white text on grey background. Connection lines in the activated tables are

shown in blue colour, other connections in white.

The information field shows the number of the cross-connection table, the

number of the activated table, the near end and far end names of the selected

port, and the selections made in the working area. When creating a cross-

connection, the Edit Connection dialog box is prefilled according to the

selections made in the working area.





5.6 Creating cross-connections

You can find the most frequently needed Tables menu commands in the pop-up

menu by clicking the right mouse button. For more information about usingthese commands, see Section 6.25.4, Tables menu.

The connection types can also be selected in the Tables → Add Connection...

menu or by clicking the appropriate toolbar buttons.

As an example, a bidirectional time slot level through-connection (B2-

connection) is created to a cross-connection table. (The various connection

types are described in more detail in Chapter 6, Reference, Sections 6.28, 6.29,

6.31, and 6.32 and in the DN 2 Operating Handbook.) The resources in the

connection to be created are the following: the Tx/Rx-resource is time slot 1 in

port 1 and the Rx/Tx-resource is time slot 2 in port 2.

To create a cross-connection:

1. Select the resources in the working area as specified above. Click the

right mouse button and select the Add B-connection command on the

pop-up menu to display the Add B-Connection dialog box (see Figure

20).

Tip

The port and time slot text boxes are prefilled according to the selections made

in the working area. If you wish to give a name to the connection, continue from

step 2, otherwise go directly to step 4.2. Click the Name text box in the Properties field.

3. Type in a name for the connection.

4. Click the OK button. The cross-connection created will appear in the

working area.

One cross-connection has now been created to a cross-connection table. Other

cross-connections to the same table can be created exactly the same way.

Note that unlike other settings, the cross-connections are not automatically sent

to a node when you close the dialog box but need to be sent with a separate

command (see Section 5.8).

5.7 Creating conditions

Conditions can be created either by clicking the Add Cond... button in the Edit

Connection dialog boxes or by giving the Tables → Add Condition... menu

command.



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To create a condition in the Edit B-Connection dialog box:

1. Double-click the connection you created in Section 5.6.

2. Click the Add Cond... button to display the Add Condition dialog box.

3. Click the Number text box and type in 150.

4. Click the Rx-port button. The Connection Point dialog box is displayed.

5. Click port 10 in the Port field.

6. Click time slot 10 in the Time Slot field.

7. Click bit 8 in the Bit field.

8. Click the OK button.

9. Choose Bit=1 in the True When list box.

10. Click the OK button. The Rx connection point definition will appear in

the Rx-port button.

11. Click the OK button. The condition number 150 has been created and it is

true, when bit number 8 in time slot 10 of the incoming signal in port 10

is equal to 1. The added condition will appear in the Condition list box in

the Edit B-Connection dialog box and can now be attached to a

connection.

5.8 Sending cross-connections to a node

The cross-connections and conditions created above exist in the DN 2 Manager

memory only. The new cross-connections are not applied to a node until you

separately send them to the node.

To send a cross-connection table to a node:

1. Choose the Manage→Send Tables... menu command. The Select Ports

dialog box appears and allows you to control to which ports you want tosend the new table.

Note that Select ports dialog box will be displayed only if you have

selected the Enable Port Selection when sending Cross-Connections

option in the Manager Options dialog box.

2. If you want to send the table to all ports, choose the All option. If you

want to send the table to those ports only that need to be updated, choose

the Changed option.





The latter alternative reduces the sending time remarkably, especially if

you are managing a node containing several IU2 units and have only

made a few changes.

TipThe Send Tables... command is enabled only if you have edited the cross

connections.

5.9 Editing cross-connection tables

Editing a cross-connection table means that new cross-connections are created

or the existing ones are changed. In the following, as an example, the

crossconnection created in Section 5.6 is edited.

To edit a cross-connection:

1. Double-click the port to be edited in the upper bar. The bar showing the


2. Double-click the port to be edited in the lower bar. The bar showing the


3. Double-click the time slot to be edited in the upper/lower bar. The Edit

B-connection dialog box will appear. The Port and Time slot text boxes

are prefilled according to the selections made in the working area.

Note that you cannot change the capacity of the cross-connection.

4. Change the value of the Tx time slot by clicking the Tx button and then

selecting the new time slot in the Connection Point dialog box Time slot

field. Click the OK button.

5. Click the Condition combo box and choose 150.

6. Click the OK button. The edited cross-connection table will appear in the

working area.

The cross-connection in the table edited is now conditional and it is valid only

when condition 150 is true.

5.10 Copying and pasting cross-connection tables andconnection lines

You can copy and paste cross-connection tables and connection lines in the

Connection Tables View window.



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To copy the contents of a cross-connection table to another crossconnection table:

1. Open the Connection Tables View window with the command Tables→

Connection Tables View.

2. Select the table you want to copy.

3. Choose the menu command Edit → Copy.

4. Select the table to which you want to copy the cross-connection.

5. Choose the menu command Edit → Paste.

To copy connection lines to another cross-connection table:

1. Open the Connection Tables View window with the command Tables→

Connection Tables View.

2. Double-click the number of the table from which you want to copy

connection lines. The Connections View window appears.

3. Select the lines you want to copy. You can copy multiple lines by

pressing the CTRL or SHIFT keys while clicking on lines with the mouse.

4. Choose the menu command Edit → Copy.

5. Activate the Connection Tables View window with the Tables →Connection Tables View menu command.

6. Select the table to which you want to copy the connection lines.

7. Choose the menu command Edit → Paste.

5.11 Managing cross-connections in Connections Viewwindow





Figure 13. Connections View window

The working area in text mode is shown in Figure 13. In addition to the

information displayed in the graphics mode, the following fields are alsodisplayed:

Cond The identification number of a condition in a conditional

cross-connection.

Data/Mask Either the data bit pattern or the bit mask.

Name The name of the connection.

The fields described above are left empty if the information is not relevant to

the connection.

5.12 Backing up cross-connections

You can read the settings of an entire node (including DYNACARD units) and

save the settings to a file.

To back up cross-connections:

1. Connect directly to the new node with the common address (4095) andinstall all units as described in the first procedure of Section 5.1.

2. Give the Manage → Backup... menu command.

3. DN 2 Manager reads the configuration of the node and brings up the Save

Backup As dialog box (Figure 14) where you can choose the name for

the backup file. Click the Save button to save the backup file to disk.



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Figure 14. Save Backup As dialog box

5.13 Restoring cross-connections

To restore cross-connections:

1. Connect directly to the new node with the common address (4095) and

install all units as described in the first procedure of Section 5.1.

2. Open a backup file by giving the Manage → Restore... menu command.

3. This brings up the Restore File dialog box (Figure 15) where you can

choose the name of the backup file you want to use as a configuration

file. Click the Open button to send the configuration to the node.






5.14 Saving a cross-connection table to a file

The commands for operating the DN 2 node files are found in the Manage menu

(see Section 6.25.1). As an example, both the cross-connection table edited and

the condition created before will be saved on a DN 2 node file. Further, another

cross-connection table will also be added on the same file.

Tip

Cross-connections will be saved into a DN 2 file providing that the cross

connections have been read from the node/file or they have been added/edited in

one of the Connections View windows. Cross-connections will be read from

the node/file when one of the following views is opened for the first time:

Connection Tables View, Connections View, Graphical Connections View,

Conditions View. You can also read the cross-connection by selecting the

command Manage→ Refresh when one of the above windows is active.



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To save a table on a DN 2 node file:

1. Select the Save As... command on the Manage menu. The File Save As dialog box will appear.

2. Type in the name of the file.

3. Click the Save button. The contents of the working space will be saved

on the given file.

4. Select the Connection Tables View... command in the Tables menu. The

Connection Tables View window will appear.

5. Double-click table number 2. The Connection View window for table 2

will appear.

6. Create a cross-connection (refer to Section 5.6).7. Select the Save command on the Manage menu.

The DN 2 node file created contains DN 2 installation information, 2M

interface information, cross-connection tables 1 and 2, and one condition.

5.15 Reading a cross-connection table from a file

To open a DN 2 node file:

1. Select the Open... command on the Manage menu. The File Open dialog

box will appear.

2. Double-click the file to be opened in the list box. The DN 2 node file will

be read from the disk and the Equipment View window will be displayed.

5.16 Sending cross-connection tables from a file to a

node

Before sending cross-connection table from a file to a node, make sure that the

file has a similar configuration as the node.





To send a cross-connection table from a file to a node:

1. Open a DN 2 node file by choosing the Manage → Open... menucommand. The File Open dialog box appears.

2. Select the DN 2 node file you want to send to the node and click the

Open button.

3. The node file is read and the Equipment View window is displayed.

Note that Equipment View will not be displayed if you are using the Manager

in the quick start-up mode.

4. Choose the menu command Tables → Connection Tables View. The

cross-connections will be read from the file and the Connection Tables

View window will be displayed.

5. Select Manage → Send Tables. The Nokia Connection Tool dialog box

will appear. Choose the DN 2 node to which you want to send the tables.

(See Section 4.3, Accessing the managed nodefor detailed instructions.)

6. Click the Connect button. The legality of the connection will be checked

(this may take a few seconds) and the tables will be sent to the node.

5.17 Saving unit settings to a DN 2 node file

You can read and save the settings of one or more units in a node to a DN 2

node file.

You can use the Upload/Download functions to copy unit settings from one

unit to another. If the DN 2 node file contains only one unit settings dump for

one type of unit, you can send these settings to a similar unit in any location in

the rack. However, if the DN 2 node file contains several unit settings dumps

for the same type of unit, each of the dumps is dependent on the location. In

such a case, a dump can thus only be sent to the unit location to which it

belongs.

To save unit settings to a DN 2 node file:

1. Connect to a node or a file with the Manage → Connect... menu

command. The Equipment View window is displayed.

2. Select a unit in the Equipment View window.

3. Give the Configure→ Upload Dump... menu command. The Upload

Unit Dump To dialog box appears.



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4. Select the DN 2 node file to which you want to save the unit settings and

click the OK button.

5.18 Sending unit settings from a DN 2 node file to aunit

You can read and send the settings of one or more units from a DN 2 node file

to a node.

You can use the Upload/Download functions to copy unit settings from one

unit to another. If the DN 2 node file contains only one unit settings dump for

one type of unit, you can send these settings to a similar unit in any location in

the rack. However, if the DN 2 node file contains several unit settings dumps

for the same type of unit, each of the dumps is dependent on the location. Insuch a case, a dump can thus only be sent to the unit location to which it

belongs.

To send unit settings from a DN 2 node file to a unit:

1. Connect to a node or a file with the Manage → Connect... menu

command. The Equipment View window is displayed.

2. Select a unit in the Equipment View window.

3. Give the Configure → Download Dump... menu command. TheDownload Unit Dump From dialog box appears.

4. Select the DN 2 node file from which you want to send the unit settings

to the node and click the OK button.

5.19 Exporting and importing cross-connections toand from a structured text file

You can export data from the current window into a text file and import thecontents of a structured text file into the current window or to other

applications.

To export cross-connections to a structured text file:


Connection Tables View window appears.





2. Double-click the table whose cross-connections you want to export. The

Connections View window will be displayed.

3. Give the Edit→Export File... menu command. The Export Connections

dialog box appears (Figure 46).4. Type the name of the export file in the File Name: edit field and click the

OK button.

All cross-connections are exported from the current window to the specified

file.

To import cross-connections from a structured text file:


Connection Tables View window appears.

2. Double-click the table in which you want to import cross-connections.

The Connections View window will be displayed.

3. Give the Edit→Import File... menu command. The Import

Connections dialog box appears (Figure 53).

4. Choose the name of the import file from the File Name: list box and click

the Open button.

The text file is imported in the Connection Tables View window.

5.20 Documenting cross-connection tables

You can document the DN 2 cross-connections by using the Manage → Print

command as described in Section 4.7, Printing.

5.21 Managing alarms

A number of different alarms can be generated by a DN 2 node. DN 2 Manager,

again, is able to provide you with the following information about any alarm

that has occurred on the node:

• A descriptive message about the alarm

• The severity of the alarm

• The unit reporting the fault.

You can read the current alarm list from the node or monitor the alarms

periodically.



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Figure 16. Alarms View window

To read the current alarm list:

1. Choose the Faults → Alarms View menu item.

2. DN 2 Manager reads the current alarm list from the managed node and

displays it in the Alarms View window. Alarms can be saved to a file

when the Alarms View window is active by giving the Edit → Export...

command.

The alarm classes that have been filtered will not be saved into an export

file. To set OFF-state alarms filtered, give the Faults → Alarm Settings

command and check the off-state box.

To monitor alarms periodically:

Tip

When you have the alarm monitoring on, the Alarms Summary field displays a

summary of the alarms in the Current Alarms list. See 6.25, Section Status bar for more information.

1. Choose the Faults → Alarm Settings... menu item. The Alarm Settings

dialog box appears on the screen.

2. If you are not happy with the default settings, you may modify the

userconfigurable settings for the alarm handling in this dialog box. Click

the OK button to confirm the alarms setup.

3. Check the Faults → Monitor Alarms option. DN 2 Manager starts

monitoring the current alarms list in the managed node. The interval





between two consecutive readings is defined in the Alarm Settings

dialog box.

When alarm polling is on, alarms are presented in LED symbol colours in the

Equipment View window equipped unit slots. If you double-click a LEDsymbol, the alarms for that unit will be displayed.

To stop monitoring alarms:

1. Uncheck the Faults→Monitor Alarms option. DN 2Manager stops

monitoring the current alarms list in the managed node.



Reference



6 Reference

This chapter explains the functions of all windows and dialog boxes invoked by

choosing a menu option.

The different DN 2 Manager windows and dialog boxes are described in

alphabetical order. A description of the menu bar and toolbar commands is

included in the description of the DN 2 Manager main window only, eventhough the same commands may also be accessible from other windows.

6.1 About DN 2 Manager dialog box

This dialog box displays information about DN 2 Manager.

The dialog box opens when you choose the Help → About... menu command.

Figure 17. About DN 2 Manager dialog box





Actions

OK

Closes the dialog box.

6.2 Acquire User Privileges dialog box

With this dialog box the Manager requests you to enter the node password. This

dialog box is displayed when the Manager receives a 'No privileges' message

from a DN 2 which is protected either by a password or local PIN ground. A

protected node allows you to perform some reading and editing functions, but

certain functions are protected. For a list of protected functions, see the DN 2Operating Handbook.

Tip

This dialog box is not available in the virtual mode.

The privileges obtained by entering the node password remain effective during

the time-out period set to the node. To prevent unauthorised access to the node,

the privileges should be cancelled at disconnection from the node.

Tip

The Manager Options dialog box contains an option where you can set the

Manager cancel the privileges when you disconnect from the node.

Figure 18. Acquire User Privileges dialog box

Dialog box layout

Time-out



Reference



Shows the time limit for the acquired privileges. This is a read-only field. The

time-out is set in the Node Privileges Settings dialog box.

Active Protection

Shows the protection active in the node. This is a read-only field. The protectionis set in the Node Privileges Settings dialog box.

Enter Password

If the password is required for protection, type in the node password in this

field.

Forgot Password

When checked, you can choose the local PIN option and ground the PIN signal

at the CU unit's service interface.

ActionsSend

Sends the password you have typed in to the node. If the password was correct,

closes the dialog box and proceeds with the protected operation. If the password

was incorrect, displays an error message.

Cancel


Help

Displays the associated help topic.

6.3 Activated Table Number Set dialog box

This dialog box is used to activate a table in the Manager memory or to activate

a table in the node. Activating a table in the Manager memory is always

allowed, but activating a table in the node is possible only when the Manager is

connected to the node.

This dialog box opens when you choose the command Tables→Activate

Table.

Tip

Activated Table in a node refers to the table that you have requested to be active

in the node. If the table is unconditional, it is also the active table. If the table is

conditional, the condition determines whether the table is active or not. Use the

command Tables→Show Active Table Number to find out the currently active

table in the DN 2 node.





Figure 19. Activated Table Number Set dialog box

Dialog box layout

Save to Manager Memory

Choosing this option button sets the active table only into the Manager memory.

The activated table in the DN 2 node will not change until you give the

command Manage → Send Tables.

Send to Node

Choosing this option button sets the active table into the Manager memory and

also sends it to the managed node.

The previously activated table number is shown in the Activated Table Number field when you click this option button.

This option button is enabled only when managing a node.

Activated Table Number

The table number to be activated.

Actions

OK / Send

Sets the active table number according to the selected option button and closes

the dialog box.Cancel

Closes the dialog box and returns to the state the system was in before opening

the dialog box.

Help




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6.4 Add B-Connection dialog box

This dialog box allows you to add and edit B-type cross-connections. The B-

connection is a basic unidirectional or bidirectional through-connection. Theconnection defines a group of channels which is connected through the

equipment between the 2 Mbit/s interfaces. Connection may also be a loop.

The dialog box opens when you choose the menu command Tables → Add

Connection→B-Connection... or Tables→Edit Connection... after selecting a

B-type cross-connection in the Connections View or Graphical Connections

View window. Double-clicking a B-type cross-connection in the Connections

View or Graphical Connections View window also displays this dialog box.

Figure 20. Add B-Connection dialog box

Dialog box layout

Connection Type

Specifies the type of the connection; the connection can be either unidirectional

(B1) or bidirectional (B2).





Condition

If you check this check box, a condition is attached to this connection.

Capacity

The capacity of the connection is selected in this list box:

Port (Transparent 2M) 2M (transparent 2M, port level)

Time Slot Group n * 64 kbit/s ( n whole time slots)

Half Time Slot 32 kbit/s (4 bits of a time slot)

Bit n * 8 kbit/s (n bits of a time slot)

If the Capacity is set to Port and the ports usage is not transparent, the

Manager displays a warning message.

Tip

Capacity cannot be changed in the edit mode.

Name

The name of the cross-connection is used to identify the connection or describe

its usage. The maximum length of the name is 14 characters.

Condition

This field shows the condition attached to the selected cross-connection. If you

want to attach a new condition, the list box shows all existing condition

numbers from which you may select one.

A port condition is enabled for a cross-connection only if the Tx-port(s) of the

connection is (are) the same as the Tx-port for the condition. The pilo

conditions 0 and 1 are valid for connections of 64 kbit/s or higher.

The common conditions are defined in the form:

<cond. no> D<port> TS<time slot> B<bits> P<polarity>

For example:

123 D1 TS2 B1 P0

The port conditions are defined in the form:

<cond. no> Port <Tx port>: D<port> TS<time slot> B<bits> P<polarity>

For example:

12 Port 12: D31 TS1 Bc

The port state conditions are defined in the form:

<cond. no> Port <Tx port>: D<port>

For example:



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15 Port 12: D30

Mask

This field specifies the bit mask for the connection. This field is enabled when

the connection type is B1 and the capacity is either Time Slot Group or Port.The bits that are to be forced to '0' (logical zeros) are marked with '0' in the

mask field and the rest are marked with 'x'.

Connection point buttons Tx/Rx and Rx/Tx

Display the connected interfaces and their connection points: ports, time slots,

and bits. Clicking the Tx or Rx button opens the Connection Point dialog box

where you can set or edit the connection point.

Actions

ENTER

Pressing ENTER after selecting a connection point opens the Connection Point

dialog box where you can set or edit the connection point that is currently

selected.

OK

This command has two slightly different functions depending on whether you

are adding a new cross-connection or editing an existing one:

When you are adding a cross-connection, OK adds the specified cross

connections to the cross-connection list of the Connections View or Graphical

Connections View window.

When you are editing a cross-connection, OK applies the pending changes tothe Manager.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Add Cond...

Clicking this button opens the Add Condition dialog box where you can create a

new condition.

Help


6.5 Add C-Connection dialog box

This dialog box allows you to add and edit C-type cross-connections. The

Cconnection produces a digital common channel that can be used for digital





multipoint connections. In a digital common channel, the bits of two to four

incoming (Rx) signals can be combined (logical AND connection).

The dialog box opens when you choose the menu command Tables→ Add

Connection→

C-Connection... or Tables→

Edit Connection... after selecting aC-type cross-connection in the Connections View or Graphical Connections

View window. Double-clicking a C-type cross-connection in the Connections

View or Graphical Connections View window also displays this dialog box.

Figure 21. Add/Edit C-connection dialog box

Dialog box layout

Connection Type

Specifies the type of the connection. The available connection types are:



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C0 bidirectional multipoint-to-multipoint

C1 unidirectional multipoint-to-point

C2 bidirectional combined point-to-multipoint andmultipoint-topoint connection

Condition


Capacity

The capacity of the connection is selected in this list box:

Time Slot Group n * 64 kbit/s (n whole time slots)


Tip


Terminations

Shows the number of termination points (3..5) to be selected. The selection

affects the number of the connection-point buttons displayed in the dialog box.

Name

The name of the cross-connection is used to identify the connection or describeits usage. The maximum length of the name is 14 characters.

Condition

This field shows the condition attached to the selected cross-connection. If you

want to attach a new condition, the list box shows all existing condition

numbers from which you may select one. The alternative "none" is also

available.

A port condition is valid for a cross-connection only if the Tx-port(s) of the

connection is (are) the same as the Tx-port for the condition. The pilot

conditions 0 and 1 are valid for connections of 64 kbit/s or higher.

The common conditions are defined in the form:<cond. no> D<port> TS<time slot> B<bits> P<polarity>

For example:

123 D1 TS2 B1 P0



For example:








For example:

15 Port 12: D30

Connection point buttons Tx and Rx

Display the connected interfaces and the corresponding connection points:

ports, time slots, and bits. The number of visible buttons depends on the value

given in the Terminations field. Clicking the Tx or Rx button opens the

Connection Point dialog box where you can set or edit an appropriate

connection point.

ActionsENTER



selected.

OK

This command has two slightly different functions depending on whether you

are adding a new cross-connection or editing an existing one:

When you are adding a cross-connection, OK adds the specified cross

connections to the cross-connection list of the Connections View or Graphical


When you are editing a cross-connection, OK applies the pending changes to

the Manager.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Add Cond...

Clicking this button opens the Add Condition dialog box where you can create

a new condition.

Help




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6.6 Add Condition dialog box

This dialog box is used for adding conditions. Conditions are sent to the node or

saved to a file together with the connection tables with the commands Manage→ Send Tables or Manage→ Save.

The dialog box opens when you choose the Tables→AddCondition menu

item, or when you click the Add Cond... button in the Table Condition dialog

box or the Add Cond... button in any of the Add Connection dialog boxes.

Tip

The pilot conditions (0 and 1), always false (254) and always true (255)

conditions do not need to be separately defined.

Figure 22. Add Condition dialog box





Dialog box layout

Condition TypeSpecifies the type of the condition.

A Common condition is active for all ports. It is provided with a unique

condition number from 101 to 164. It can be used in cross-connections and

cross connection tables.

A Port condition is specific only to one port which is defined in the Tx Port

field. The port condition number (2...64) is unique for the given Tx-port; that is,

the same port condition number can be used for different Tx-ports.

Tip

When adding a condition to a cross-connection, the Tx port must be the same

for the condition and the cross-connection.

Number

Shows the Id-number identifying the condition. Manager proposes a number

which is the smallest free common condition number, but you may change the

proposed number. The even condition numbers have higher priority than the

odd numbers.

Some of the condition numbers have been predefined:

• Numbers 0 and 1 are reserved for the pilot channel.

• Number 254 is reserved for the always false condition.

• Number 255 is reserved for the always true condition.

Definition Type

Specifies the condition that has to be met.

Bit Condition observes the polarity of a bit as defined in the True When field.

The condition is true when the polarity of the bit in the incoming signal is the

same as in the condition definition.

Port State Condition observes the fault state (serious fault or not serious fault)

of one 2M signal. The condition is true when no serious faults are detected.

True When

Specifies the true polarity value for the condition. This field is only enabled

when the Definition Type has been set as Bit Condition.

Bit = 1 indicates that the condition is true when the selected Rx bit is 1.

Bit = 0 indicates that the condition is true when the selected Rx bit is 0.

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Specifies the number of the port for which the port condition is defined. This

field is only enabled when the Condition Type option has been set to Port.

Rx connection point button defines the connection point. The fields Port, Time

slot, and Bit in this button display the corresponding connection point. Theconnection is defined on bit level when definition type is Bit Condition and on

port level when definition type is Port State Condition. Any 2M port that has

an installed IU2 unit in the corresponding slot is valid for the Port State

Condition and any time slot 0...31 and any bit 1...8, including the signalling

bits a...d, is valid for the Bit Condition.

Actions



selected.

OK

Adds the specified condition to the condition list of the Conditions window and

closes the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.7 Add D-Connection dialog box

This dialog box is used for adding and editing D-type cross-connections. It is

displayed by the command Tables→ Add Connection→ D-Connection... or

Tables→Edit Connection... when a D-type cross-connection is selected in the

list of the Connections View or Graphical Connections View window.

Double clicking a D-type cross-connection in the Connections View or

Graphical Connections View window also displays this dialog box.

A connection of type D is a unidirectional connection in which a fixed data

pattern is set into the outgoing signal.





Figure 23. Add D-Connection dialog box

Dialog box layout

Connection Type

Specifies the type of the connection. This field is read-only.

Condition


Capacity

The capacity of this connection is Time slot group [n * 64 kbit/s (n whole timeslots)]. This field is read-only.

Name



Condition

Condition attached to this cross-connection. A list of valid existing condition

numbers from which you may select one. A port condition is available for a



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crossc onnection only if the Tx-port(s) of the connection is (are) the same as the

Tx-port as defined in the condition.



For example:

123 D1 TS2 B1 P0



For example:




For example:

15 Port 12: D30

Fixed data

This field describes the fixed data and signalling pattern. Use 0 and 1 to define

each bit of the pattern.

Connection point button

Displays the interface where the data is sent. The fields in this button display

the corresponding Tx connection points Port and Time Slot.

Actions



selected.

OK

Adds the specified cross-connections to the cross-connection list of the

Connections View or Graphical Connections View window.

Cancel

Closes the dialog box and returns to the state the system was in before openingthe dialog box.

Help


Add Condition...

Pressing the Add Cond... button opens the Add Condition dialog box where

you can create a new condition.





6.8 Add Y-Connection dialog box

This dialog box is used for adding and editing Y-type cross-connections. It is

displayed by the command Tables→ Add Connection→ Y-Connection or Tables→Edit Connection... when a Y-type cross-connection is selected in the

list of the Connections View or Graphical Connections View window.

Double clicking a Y-type cross-connection in the Connections View or

Graphical Connections View window also displays this dialog box.

The Y-type conditional connection is a bidirectional protected connection. It is

implemented by the Manager software. The software implementation consists of

B1 type conditional or unconditional connections.

There are three directions with both the Tx- and Rx-resource. One of the

directions receives a signal and transmits a signal selected from the two other

directions by a condition.

Figure 24. Add Y-Connection dialog box



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Dialog box layout

Connection Type

The type of the connection. This field is read-only.

Condition

This field is read-only. A condition is always attached to a Y-connection.

Capacity

The capacity of this connection is one of the following:

Port (Transparent 2M) 2M (transparent 2M, port level)

Time Slot Group n * 64 kbit/s (n whole time slots)


Bit n * 8 kbit/s (n bits of a time slot)

If the Capacity is set to Port and ports usage is not transparent, the Manager

informs you about the conflict.

Tip


Name



Condition

Condition attached to this cross-connection. A list of existing condition

numbers from which you may select one. The alternative "none" is also

available. A port condition is valid for a cross-connection only if the Tx-port(s)

of the connection is (are) the same as the Tx-port as defined in the condition.

The pilot conditions 0 and 1 are valid for connections of 64 kbit/s or higher.



For example:

123 D1 TS2 B1 P0



For example:





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Figure 25. Alarm Settings dialog box

Dialog box layout

Alarm State

Enabling and disabling the display of OFF-state alarms in the Alarms View

window.

Alarm Polling Interval

Specifies the interval (in seconds) after which the polling is done again provided

that the alarm monitoring is enabled. The default value is 10 seconds but you

can set the value anywhere between 5 and 6000 seconds.

Actions

OK

Saves the changes made to the node and closes the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.10 Alarms View window

This window displays the current alarms of the managed node. Optionally the

Manager shows also the OFF-state alarms. You can use this as a history log of





cleared alarms. OFF-state alarms are collected when the Manager is managing a

node and the alarm monitoring is on. When the Manager is disconnected from

the node or the Manager session is closed, the OFF-state alarms are lost.

If you want to save the OFF-state alarms, you can export the alarms to a file, seeSection 6.34, Export Connections dialog box. Manager supports only showing

the last 20 OFF-state alarms. If there are more OFF-state alarms, the list is

truncated.

You can filter the OFF-state alarms by checking the OFF State check box in

the Alarm Settings dialog box.

This window is displayed when you choose Faults→Alarms View or click the

Faults button in the toolbar.

If you want to print the alarms list shown in the window, choose the Manage→

Print... menu item.

Figure 26. Alarms View window

Window layout

Alarm class options allow you to select which alarm classes are filtered in the

Service Alarms dialog box.

The different alarm classes are:

A Prompt alarm. The alarm is generated by a fault which inhibits the

normal operation of the equipment.

B Deferred alarm. The equipment is still operational but the quality of

the services provided has degenerated.

D Reminder of alarm cancellation. The rack alarm has been

acknowledged but the fault has not yet been repaired.

S Service alarm. Alarm generated at maintenance entities at which the

service originates and/or terminates to indicate that the particular

service is no longer available.

OFF Cleared alarm.



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Class

This column in the alarms list shows the alarm class (see above).

SB Block

This column shows the name of the supervision block.

Unit

This column shows the name of the faulty unit, and the number of the port.

Message

This column shows the active alarms in text form.

The associated menu actions are:

• Faults→ Service Alarms

• Faults→Monitor Alarms

• Edit→ Export

• Manage→ Print

6.11 Change Password dialog box

This dialog box is displayed when you choose the Configure→Node Privileges

Settings→ Change Password menu command.

Figure 27. Change Password dialog box

The password is case sensitive, that is, upper and lower case characters are

interpreted as different characters.

A correct password should be one to seven characters long.

Actions

Send





Validates the new password, updates the password information, and closes the

dialog box.

Cancel

Cancels the operation, closes the dialog box and returns to the state the systemwas in before opening the dialog box.

If you gave an incorrect password or the new password and its verification do

not match, you will get an error message. In this case, the password is not

changed and the Change Password dialog box is displayed again.

6.12 Conditions View window

This window is used for viewing conditions. You may create conditions for cross connections and cross-connection tables to control channel-associated

redundancy over the transmission network. All DN 2 connection types can be

controlled by conditions.

Tables 11...18 and 21...28 may contain conditions. The DN 2 can contain three

kinds of conditions: pilot, common, and port conditions. See Section 6.6, Add

Condition dialog boxfor more information.

You must define the conditions before creating cross-connections and cross

connection tables. Conditions are global: the same condition can be used by

several connections or by several cross-connection tables.

This window is displayed with the command Tables→ Conditions View. You

can add, edit, and delete conditions using the functions in the Tables menu,

when this window is open.



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Figure 28. Conditions View window

Window layout

List of conditions contains the following columns:

Number

The number of the condition.

Tx Port

The number of the port for which the port condition is defined.

Definition

The condition clause. When showing a port state condition, only the port

number is shown, for example "Port11".

The conditions are given in the form:

D<port> TS<time slot> B<bits> P<polarity>

For example:

D1 TS2 B1 P0

Type

The type of the condition: "Common" or "Port".

True When

• Bit = 1

• Bit = 0



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Figure 29. Connection Point dialog box

Dialog box layout

The fields of the dialog box (for example Port, Time slot, or Bit group) may be partly hidden depending on the capacity.

All square display items represent connection points. You may specify port,

time slot, and bits by clicking the relevant boxes. The marked ports, time slots,

and bits are selectable when adding or editing a conditional cross-connection.

The already used ports/time slots/bits are dark grey.

The information fields on the left side of each group are automatically updated

according to the selected points. You can also use these information fields for

typing in the value when the corresponding display item is selected.

Clicking a box in this dialog box changes the state of the specific item from

selected to unselected or vice versa.Port

Defines the port for the connection. Defines the 2M interface of the connection

point (port number).

Time Slot

Defines the time slot of the connection point within the selected 2M interface.

The time slots selected have to be consecutive. You can select several

consecutive slots by pressing the SHIFT key while clicking the box.





You can change the time slot selection by typing a valid number (values 0...31)

in the text field. When there are several time slots selected, they are separated

from each other by a colon (:).

BitDefines the bits used within the selected time slot. Signalling bits are used only

for conditions.

The bits are shown/typed in the field according to the ITU-T standard (for

example, 34 means that the bits 3 and 4 are ones and the rest of the bits are

zeros).

Actions

OK

Applies the selected interface, time slot, and bits − as appropriate − in the

calling window. Closes the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Apply

Applies the selected interface, time slot, and bits − as appropriate − in the

calling window.

Help


Prev

Allows you to navigate back to the previous Connection Point dialog box (Tx).

Next

Allows you to navigate forward to the next Connection Point dialog box (Rx).

6.14 Connections View window

This window displays the cross-connections of a cross-connection table. Thenumber of the table is shown at the top of the window. It is not possible to have

multiple instances of this window.

By default, this window shows the connections of Table 1, that is, when the

Connection Tables View window is not open and you execute the menu

command Tables→ Connections View. To view connections of another table,

open the Connection Tables View window and double-click a table or give the

menu command Tables→ Connections View.





The type and name of a connection are in the first row of the connection.

Port, Ts, Bit

The contents of these fields specify the connection point. From left to right, the

Tx side is first, followed by the Rx side.

Cond

The condition number(s) of the connection if defined.

Data/Mask

The fixed data or mask(s) of the connection if defined.

Name

Name of the cross-connection.

ActionsThe associated menu actions are:

• Tables→ Filter Connections

• Tables→ Add Connection

• Tables→ Edit Connection...

• Tables→ Delete Connection

• Tables→ Delete All Connections

• Manage→ Refresh

• Manage→ Send Tables

• Manage→ Print...

• Edit→ Cut

• Edit→ Copy

• Edit→ Paste

• Edit→ Export File...

• Edit→ Import File...

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On this pop-up menu, you can find the most frequently needed menu commands

related to the tables and cross-connections by clicking the right mouse button.

6.15 Connection Tables View window

This window provides an overview of the cross-connection tables of the

managed node or file. A table is a group of connections that need to be active at

the same time and share a common table number. There are unconditional and

conditional tables. You may define conditions for a conditional table.

The tables are also classified by number as follows:

• 1...9, 19, 30...39 are unconditional

•

10...18, 20...28 are conditionalSome of the tables have special purposes:

• Tables 9 and 19 are test tables that can be used for testing temporary

connections.

• Table 29 contains common conditions and table conditions.

• Table 30 contains the connections that are always active when the

activated table number is smaller than 32.

• Table 31 is an idle table and specifies the bits transmitted in the

undefined time slot bits.

• Tables 32 to 39 are fixed tables that cannot be modified. These are usedfor production testing purposes only.

Conditional tables have a priority which depends on the number of the table (the

lower the number, the higher the priority). If one of the conditional tables is

activated (for example 13), the table actually activated is the one (in group

13...18) with the highest priority whose conditions give the value 'true' (for

example 15). The tables lower than the activated value are not taken into

account.

The table hierarchy is displayed as a graphical block diagram and the main

properties of the tables as a simple list. The activated table is tagged with the

text "Activated" in the appropriate row. You can check the currently active table

by giving the menu command Tables→ Show Active Table Number.

You can easily display the contents of any table in the Connections View

window by double-clicking a table in graphical diagram. You can also edit

condition settings of a conditional table by giving the Tables→Table

Condition... menu command.





Figure 31. Connection Tables View window

Window layout

Table hierarchy diagram

This diagram shows the hierarchy of the cross-connection tables. The blocks are

selectable and they recognise the following commands:

• Tables→ Connections View (a double-click also displays the

Connections View window containing the contents of the selected table)

• Tables→Graphical Connections View

• Tables→ Conditions View (for a conditional table)

• Tables→ Table Condition... (for a conditional table)

• Tables→ Activate Table

• Tables→ Delete All Connections (to delete all cross-connections in a

table)

• Edit→ Copy

• Edit→ Paste

List of tables

This list box displays a list of the cross-connection tables. The list has the

following columns:



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No

Number of the Table.

Type

The type of the table can be:

• conditional

• unconditional

• master

• master idle

• test.

Status

The activated table is tagged with the text "Activated" in the appropriate row.

You can check the currently active table in the node by giving the men

command Tables→ Show Active Table Number.

Connection Count

This column shows the number of the connections in the table.

Condition

The conditions defined for a conditional table.

6.16 Nokia Connection Tool dialog box

This dialog box is displayed when you give the Manage→Connect...

command. The connection is usually done using node addresses stored in a

database of the computer. Alternatively, you can request a direct connection or

provide a node address by yourself.

In this dialog box, you can also add, modify, and delete addresses in the node

register. The scan function scans the management network for manageable

nodes and adds these nodes to the node register.





Figure 32. Nokia Connection Tool dialog box

Dialog box layout

For dialog box layout, see the GCS R5.0 User Manual.

Actions

Connect

Establishes a connection to the selected node and displays the Equipment View window. Closes the Nokia Connection Tool dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

For other actions, see the GCS R5.0 User Manual.



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6.17 Count Cross Connections dialog box

With the Count Cross Connections dialog box you can count cross-

connections of the selected connection type in a table. This dialog is displayedwhen you select the Tables→ Count Connections menu item. This command

is enabled when the Connections View window is active.

Figure 33. Count Cross Connections dialog box

Dialog box layout

Connection Type

Shows all types of cross-connections.

Actions

Count

Displays the total number of cross-connections of the selected connection type.

Reset

Unchecks all the Connection Type check boxes and resets the count to zero.

Close


6.18 CPU Reset Counters dialog box

This dialog box allows you to view and reset the number of CPU resets in each

unit. The dialog box is displayed when you issue the Performance→CPU

Reset Counters... menu command.





Figure 34. CPU Reset Counters dialog box

Dialog box layout

Slot Number

Shows the number of the unit slot.

Unit Type

Shows the type of the unit (CU/IU2).

CPU Reset Counters

Shows the number of CPU resets in each unit.

Actions

Reset

Resets the CPU Reset Counters of the unit highlighted in the dialog box.

Close


Help


6.19 CU Identifications dialog box

This dialog box displays the properties of the CU unit. The dialog box is

displayed when you first select the unit in the Equipment View window and

then issue the command Configure→ Unit Identifications.



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Figure 35. CU Identifications dialog box

Dialog box layout

Slot Number

Slot number of the selected CU.

Program Id

Program code and version of the selected CU.

User Manual ID

The document number of the relevant menu document in the Operating

Handbook of the connected node. This is a read-only field.

Hardware Unit Id

Product code and version number of the selected CU; modifiable. To modify

this field, click the More (...) button next to the Hardware Unit Id field and fill

in the fields in the displayed Modify HW-unit ID dialog box.

Actions

Send

Sends the data to the file or node.

Enabled when a node or a file is managed. If a node is managed, the option is

enabled when modifications have been made in the Modify HW-unit ID dialog

box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help






6.20 CU Port Settings dialog box

In this dialog box, you can view and edit the settings of the CU port. The dialog

box is displayed when you issue the Configure→ CU Port Settings... menucommand.

Figure 36. CU Port Settings dialog box

Dialog box layout

MEAS Output

This option allows you to choose the signal to the input of the CU unit's

measurement output. The options are:

• Tx 2M

• Rx 2M

• Tx clock

• Rx clock.

Multiframe

This option allows you to define the usage of TS16. The time slot can be used

either for channel-associated signalling or as a data channel.

In Use (Multiframe) for channel-associated signalling

Out of Use (Data) as a data channel

CRC Usage



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Each block of the transmitted signal undergoes a Cyclic Redundancy Check

(CRC) specified in ITU-T recommendations. The options are:

• In Use

• Out of Use.

Status Change

This option defines whether an alarm is given after a status change. The status

changes when settings or connections are modified (for example, a connection

definition or a conditional connection is modified) at unit or port level. The

default setting is No alarm.

The options are:

Alarm, MD Use An alarm is triggered when the node's service busis accessed through Mediation Device, DN 2Manager, and Service Terminal, and the settingsare modified either through DN 2 Manager orService Terminal.

Alarm, DN 2 Manager Use An alarm is triggered when the node's service busis accessed through DN 2 Manager and Service Terminal, and the settings are modified throughService Terminal.

No alarm No alarm is triggered.

Protection

In this field, you can view and edit the internal bus protection. Note that if

internal bus protection is used in the DN 2 node, the maximum number of IU2sin a cartridge is 10, and the units must be installed in locations 1 to 10. If units

are added to locations 11 −>, the internal bus must be set unprotected.

The options are:

Unprotected (a Run Diagnostic Test message is given when afault occurs)

Protected (a bus of better quality is used when a faultoccurs)

Storage ModeIn this field, you can define the storage mode for connection table related

settings.

The options are:

EEPROM (delete RAM) The current connections, if stored in RAM mode,are lost and are replaced by the connections onEEPROM.

RAM The current connections remain unchanged, but





after this selection, these settings will be storedonto the RAM only.

EEPROM (save RAM) The current settings remain unchanged and theyare stored onto the EEPROM.

Interface Usage

Defines whether the DYNACARD bus is in use. The options are:

In use (Cannot be chosen if External timing has been seton the network syncronisation list.)

Out of use

Sampling Rate

Defines the sampling rate. The options are:• 4 kHz

• 8 kHz

• 16 kHz.

The command is enabled when the data channel has been set in use.

Usage of TS0 Bits

This field displays the use of TS0 bits in the CU. The bits (bits 4, 5, 6, and 7)

have a fixed value of '1'.

Actions

Send

Sends the data to the file or node, closes the dialog box.

Default

Sets the following default settings:

Protection Non-protected

DYNACARD bus Not in use

Use of data channel Not in use

Status change No alarm

Use of MF MF

MEAS output Tx 2M

Cancel


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6.21 CU Temporary Controls

In this dialog box, you can view and edit the temporary controls of the CU unit.

The dialog box is displayed when you issue the Configure→ Temporary

Controls→ CU Temporary Controls... menu command.

Figure 37. CU Temporary Controls dialog box

Dialog box layout

Control Time-out

Time limit for the temporary controls. The control time-out concerns the

Forced Indication and Forced Alarm Output fields. This is a read-only field.

Forced Indication

Defines the forced indication selected for the CU. Selecting any of the forced

indications also activates a B-alarm and shows in the Fault display.

Forced Alarm Output

Sets the selected alarm output into a forced alarm state and generates a Forced

Control ON fault message.





Actions

Send

Sends the forced temporary controls to the CU.

Default

Sets the following default values on the CU controls:

Forced Indication Normal indication

Forced Alarm Outputs No alarms

Refresh

Refreshes the CU Temporary Controls dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.22 Default IU Settings dialog box

In this dialog box, you can choose whether the default settings are set to one

selected port or to all ports. The dialog box is displayed when you issue the

command Configure→ Defaults→ Default IU Port Settings.

Tip

This dialog box is not available in the virtual mode.



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Dialog box layout

Port Number

The port number.

Actions

Default

Sets the default settings on the selected IU port.

Default All

Sets the default settings on all IU ports.

Cancel


Help


6.23 Delete All Connections dialog box

With the Delete All Connections dialog box you can delete all cross-

connections in a table. This dialog box is displayed when you select the

Tables→Delete All Connections menu item.

This command is enabled when the Connections View window or Connection

Tables View window is active. When this dialog box is opened, it shows the

currently selected table.





Figure 38. Delete All Connections dialog box

Dialog box layout

Table Number

The number of the table from which you can delete cross-connections.

Actions

OK

Before cross-connections are deleted you are asked for a confirmation. The

cross connections from the selected table are deleted.

Cancel


the dialog box.

6.24 Diagnostic Test Faults dialog box

In this dialog box, you can perform a RUNTEST on a selected unit. The dialog

box is displayed when you issue the Testing→Diagnostic Test Faults... menu

command.

Tip

Tests disconnect the traffic.



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Figure 39. Diagnostic Test Faults dialog box

Tip

The tests you can perform may vary depending on the software version of the

selected unit. See the DN 2 Operating Handbook for more information.

Dialog box layout

Unit Number

The unit slot number in the Equipment View window.

RUN Test Results

Displays the RUNTEST results in numerical form. To interpret the results, refer

to the DN 2 Operating Handbook.

Actions

RUN now

Performs the RUNTEST on the selected unit.

Close

Closes the dialog box.Help






6.25 DN 2 Manager window

This DN 2Manager application window opens automatically when you start DN

2 Manager. Using this window you can reach any other window in DN 2Manager; no other windows are initially open. Closing this window ends the

program.

Tip


Figure 40. DN 2 Manager window in normal mode

The DN 2 Manager window contains a title bar, a menu bar, a toolbar, and a

status bar. The title bar shows the application name and identifies the currently

managed node or file. The toolbar and the status bar can be switched on and off

in the Options menu.

Toolbar

The toolbar provides shortcuts to frequently used menu options; all the items in

the toolbar can also be accessed via the menus.

Tip

Some toolbar options are not available in the quick start-up mode.



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Figure 41. DN 2 Manager window toolbar in normal mode

Corresponding menu commands for the toolbar symbols:

1. Manage → Connect...

2. Manage → Refresh

3. Manage → Send tables

4. Manage → Open...

5. Manage → Save

6. Configure → Synchronisation

7. Performance → Statistics

8. Testing → Diagnostic Test Faults

9. Tables → DYNACARD Bus Time Slot Allocation View

10. Configure → Ports View

11. Tables → Connection Tables View

12. Tables → Connections View

13. Tables → Graphical Connections View

14. Tables → Conditions View

15. Faults → Alarms View

16. Tables → Add Connection → B-connection

17. Tables → Add Connection → C-connection

18. Tables → Add Connection → D-connection

19. Tables → Add Connection → Y-connection

Status bar

The status bar appears at the bottom of the window and displays context-related

messages. The status bar is divided into two parts: status bar message and

alarms summary information.

There are the following kinds of status bar messages:

• Helpmessages for the currently selected element (a menu option or a

command button on the toolbar).





• Statusmessages informing you about the completion of a command.

• Alarmmessages informing you about new alarms.

• Connectionstatus messages informing you whether DN 2 Manager is

currently connected to a node.

• Data in buffer messages informing whether there is unsent data in the

manager buffer.

The alarms summary field displays a summary of the alarms in the current

alarm list if the alarm monitoring is on. Otherwise, the field shows the Alarm

monitor off text. The summary includes:

• Total number of alarms

• Alarm severity categories (see alarm classification in Section 6.10,

Alarms View dialog box):

−

The number of critical alarms (classes A and S)− The number of warnings (classes B and D).

Menu commands

The DN 2Manager window has amenu bar consisting of drop-downmenus. The

menus available in the menu bar are: Manage, Edit, Configure, Tables,

Faults, Testing, Performance, Options, Window, and Help menus.

Usually, if an option cannot be applied to the current window, it is shown

greyed on the menu. However, there are two exceptions:

1. The command Manage→ Save activates only after you have made

changes while managing a file.

2. The command Manage→Send Tables activates only after you have

made changes while managing a node.



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6.25.1 Manage menu

The Manage menu contains the functions to start managing a node or a file.

This menu also contains other management options and a means to exit the DN

2 Manager application. If you have enabled confirmation in the Manager

Options dialog box, you are asked to confirm the Refresh, Disconnect, New,

Close, Restore, and Exit commands. On enabling and disabling confirmation,

refer to Section 6.47, Manager Options dialog box.

Tip


Connect...

This menu command is used for establishing a connection to a node.

Refresh

This function is only available when you are managing a node.

Choosing this command reads all appropriate data from the node or file being

managed.

The Refresh menu item works differently in different windows:

Alarms View

Reads the new alarms from the node and updates the Alarms View window.

Conditions View, Connection Tables View, Connections View , and

Graphical Connections View

Reads the data for all of these windows and updates them. The data read from

the node overrides the data in the window.





Equipment View

Reads the installation data from the node and updates the Equipment View

window.

Send Tables...

This menu command opens the Select Ports dialog box, in which you can

control the sending of cross-connections.

If a file is managed, the Manager shows the Nokia Connection Tool dialog box

to select the node to send the data to. If there is a difference in installations

between the node and the Manager, you will receive a warning.

This command is enabled when there are changes to send or when a file is

managed.

Send Node Settings...

With this menu option you can send changes in the node settings to a node. Thismenu option will be enabled only when DN 2 Node Manager is connected to a

file. Selecting this menu option opens the Nokia Connection Tool dialog box,

and the current node settings are sent to the node connected.

Fields which are sent to the node are:

• SI change mode

• Node name

• Temporary controls time-out

• Data hybrid

• Internal bus protection.

Unit settings of all units:

• Slot number

• Hardware unit ID

• Hardware ID of CU

• Software version of CU

Port settings for all ports:

• Port number

• Protecting port number

• Interface usage

• Multiframe

• CRC usage

• Storage mode

• Near end name

• Far end name



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• Condition delay

• Port delay

• LP time slot

• Port state

• Buffer overflow

• MF Bit 5

• MF Bit 7

• MF Bit 8.

Fault consequences:

• FEA

• AIS

• Tx fault

• AIS TS 16

• Status change

• BER6 alarm time count.

CU settings:

• CU storage mode

• CRC usage

• CU port MEAS output

• CU port sampling rate.

Alarm settings:

• Rack alarm delay

• PA1.

Synchronisation:

• Priority 1

• Priority 2

• Priority 3

• Synchronisation fault

• Input usage

• Output fault masking.

Node privileges:

Node privileges status:

• Function protection time-out





• SI change mode

• TS0 bit usage.

Disconnect

Disconnects from a node.

This command is enabled when a node is managed.

New

Resets the session and opens the Equipment View window. If managing a

node, the Manager disconnects the node.

Open...

Opens an existing DN 2 node file and displays the File Open dialog box, in

which you can enter the name of the file.

SaveSaves the active DN 2 node file. If you have previously saved configurable data

to a file, this menu command saves the data to the same file. If no such data has

previously been saved, this menu command brings up the same File Save dialog

box as the Save As... command.

This command is enabled when a file is managed and changes have been made.

Save As...

This menu command opens the File Save dialog box for saving the configurable

data to a file you can name.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed.

Close

Closes the managed node file.

This command is enabled when a node file is managed.

Backup...

Creates a backup node file of all the node's configurations, including the

DYNACARD units. Opens the File Save As dialog box to save the backup file;

the dialog box title changes to Save Backup of the Node As....

The backup file contains:

• dumps for installed units

• cross-connection dumps.

This command is enabled when a node is managed. Some old DYNACARD

units may not support the backup command.

Restore...

Restores the backup file. Opens a File Open dialog box to restore the backup

file.



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If there is a difference in installations between the node and the backup file, you

will receive a warning.


Print...

This menu command prints the information contained in the topmost window

on the default printer. It displays the Print dialog box, in which you can specify

the printing parameters.

If the topmost window is the Alarms View window, the contents of the alarms

list is printed.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed, and the active

window supports printing.

Print Node Settings

Prints the node settings, CU port settings, synchronisation settings, unitvoltages, and user privileges.


Print Setup...

Displays the Print Setup dialog box, in which you can select the printer and set

some printer related options.

Exit

This menu command closes the DN 2 Manager application.

6.25.2 Edit menu

This menu is a normal Windows Edit menu. The Cut, Copy, and Paste

functions are available in the Connection Tables View and Connection View windows to allow easy modification and organisation of cross-connection

tables. You can copy cross-connection lines from one table to another or the

contents of a table to another.

The Cut, Copy, and Paste options are enabled or disabled according to whether

they are appropriate for the current management operation. When options are

disabled, they are greyed out on the menu.





Tip

Some menu options are not available in the quick start-up mode.

Cut

This command removes selected data from a window and puts it onto the

clipboard. The selection is performed with a mouse or from the keyboard. The

text that has been cut replaces the information previously stored in the

clipboard.

This command is enabled when the Connections View window is active and

rows are selected.

Copy

This command copies selected rows of the Connections View window or the

contents of the selected table in the Connection Tables View window onto theclipboard. Copying text to the clipboard replaces the information previously

stored there.

This command is enabled when the Connections View or Connection Tables

View window is active and rows (or a table) are selected.

Paste

Pastes data from the clipboard into the currently active window. The command

is not available if the Clipboard is empty.

This command is enabled when the text mode Connections View window or

the Connection Tables View window is active and a table is selected.

Find

Allows you to search for connections by their names in the Connections

window.

This command is enabled when the Connections View window is active.

Export File...

Exports data shown in current window into a file. Displays the Export

Connections dialog box, in which you can specify the file to which the data is

to be exported.

This command is enabled when the current window supports exporting of data.

See Section 6.34, Export Connections dialog box.

Import File...

Imports data from a file into the current window. Displays the Import

Connections dialog box, in which you can specify the file from which the data

is to be imported.

This command is enabled when the current window supports importing of data.

See Section 6.41, Import Connections dialog box.

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Writes the node configuration to a file. The report contains the following

information: IU/CU port settings, synchronisation data, node privileges, and

unit voltages.


6.25.3 Configure menu

This menu contains the configuration management functions.

Tip


Node Settings...

Shows and changes general node settings. Displays the Node Settings dialog

box, in which you can view and change the identification attributes of the node,

for example.


Add Units...

Adds a unit in the configuration and updates the Equipment View window.

Remove Unit

Removes a unit from the configuration and updates the Equipment View

window.

Unit Settings...





Displays and edits the settings of the selected unit. This command is valid only

if D-Card Manager and Macro STE are installed in your computer. If a

DYNACARD unit is selected, starts the D-Card Manager. If another type of

unit is selected, starts the MSTE application.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and a unit is

selected in the Equipment View window.

Unit Identifications...

Shows and edits the identifications of the selected unit. Displays the CU, IU, or

DYNACARD Identifications dialog box depending on the type of the unit.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and a unit is


Unit Alarms...

Displays alarms of the selected unit.

This command is enabled when a node is managed, a unit is selected in the

Equipment View window, and alarm monitoring is on.

Synchronisation...

Displays the Synchronisation dialog box, in which you can set the

synchronisation settings.


CU Port Settings...

Shows and edits the CU port settings. Displays the CU Port Settings dialog

box, in which you can view and edit the settings for the CU port (port 0).

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and the CU is


Temporary controls→

Shows a dialog box for viewing and editing temporary controls. For the IU2

unit, controls are available at unit, port, time slot, and channel level. For the

CU, controls are available at port level.

This command is enabled when a node is managed and either an IU2 unit or the

CU is selected in the Equipment View window. For the IU port controls, the

command is enabled when a node is managed and a port is selected in the Ports

View window.

→ CU Temporary Controls...

Allows you to edit the temporary controls for a selected CU port.

→ IU Unit Temporary Controls

Allows you to edit the temporary controls for a selected IU2 unit.

→ IU Port Temporary Controls

Allows you to edit the temporary controls for a selected IU2 port.



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→ IU Channel Data Read/Write

Allows you to edit the temporary controls for a selected channel on a selected

interface of a selected IU2 unit.

→ IU Time-slot Data Read/Write

Allows you to edit the temporary controls for a selected time slot of a selected

interface of a selected IU2 unit.

Upload Dump...

Shows the File Save dialog box to save a unit (CU, IU2, DYNACARD) dump

into an existing DN 2 node file.

This command is enabled when a node is managed and a unit is selected in the

Equipment View window. The state of the selected unit must be "installed".

Download Dump...

Shows the File Open dialog box to load a unit (CU, IU2, DYNACARD) dumpfrom a DN 2 node file to the node.

This command is enabled when a node is managed and a unit is selected in the

Equipment View window. The state of the selected unit must be "installed".

Ports View

Displays the Ports View window for an overview of the port settings.


Port Settings...

Displays and edits the settings of the selected port. Displays the Port Settings

dialog box.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and an interface is

selected in the Ports View window.

Defaults→

Sets controls or settings to their default values.

Caution

The default values replace all controls or settings you may have previously

made.

This command is enabled when a node is managed. For the IU port settings, the

port must also be selected in the Ports view window.

→ Default Temporary Controls

Sets the temporary controls of the CU and IU2 units to their default values.

→ Default IU Port Settings

Sets the IU port settings and the port fault consequences to normal state for a

selected port or for all ports.





→ Default CU Settings

Sets the synchronisation and port settings of the CU to the default values.

→ Default DN 2

Sets the CU synchronisation and port settings, IU port and port fault

consequence settings, and unit settings to the default values.

Acquire User Privileges...

Displays the Acquire User Privileges dialog box.

This command is enabled when a protected node is being managed.

Node Privileges Settings...

Shows the Node Privileges Settings dialog box, in which you can type in and

edit the password needed for node management.

This command is enabled when a node is being managed.

6.25.4 Tables menu

This menu contains cross-connection management functions.

Tip


Connection Tables View

Brings the Connection Tables View window to the front.


Table Condition...

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This command is enabled when a conditional table is selected in the

Connection Tables View window.

Activate Table...

Activates the selected connection table. Displays a message box for confirmingor cancelling the activation.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and when a table

has been selected in the Connection Tables View window.

Show Active Table Number

Displays a message box showing the table which is currently active in the node.


Connections View

Brings the Connections View window to the front.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and a table has been

selected in the Connection Tables View window or when the Graphical

Connections View window is active.

Graphical Connections View

Brings the Graphical Connections View window to the front.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and a table has been

selected in the Connection Tables View window or when the Connections

View window is active.

Filter Connections...

Shows a dialog box where you can give filtering options for the connections.

This command is enabled when a node or a file is managed and when the

Connections View window is active.

Add Connection→

Adds new cross-connections.

This command is enabled when the Connections View window is active.

→ B-connection

Adds a B-connection. Shows the Add B-connection dialog box.

→ C-connection

Adds a C-connection. Shows the Add C-connection dialog box.

→ D-connection

Adds a D-connection. Shows the Add D-connection dialog box.

→ Y-connection

Adds a Y-connection. Shows the Add Y-connection dialog box.

Edit Connection...





Edits properties of the selected cross-connection. Shows the corresponding Edit

Connection dialog box.

This command is enabled when a row is selected in the Connections View

window.Delete Connection

Deletes the selected cross-connections. You are asked for a confirmation before

the cross-connections are deleted.

This command is enabled when one or more rows are selected in the


Delete All Connections

Deletes all cross-connections. You are asked for a confirmation before the cross

connections are deleted. This command is enabled when the Connections View

window is active.

Count Connection

Counts cross-connections of the selected connection type in a table. This

command is enabled when the Connections View window is active.

Conditions View

Brings the Conditions View window to the front.


Add Condition...

Adds a new condition. Displays the Add Condition dialog box.

This command is enabled when the Conditions View window is active.

Edit Condition...

Edits the selected condition. Displays the Edit Condition dialog box.

This command is enabled when a row is selected in the Conditions View

window.

Delete Condition

Deletes the selected conditions. You are asked for a confirmation before the

conditions are deleted.

This command is enabled when one or more rows are selected in the

Conditions View window.

Dynacard Bus Time Slot Allocation View...

Shows the DYNACARD bus time slot allocation View dialog box, where you

can see what time slots are currently allocated.




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6.25.5 Faults menu

This menu contains fault management functions.

Tip


Alarms View

Brings the Alarms View window to the front.


Alarm Settings...

Displays and changes alarm settings. Displays the Alarm Settings dialog box.


Service Alarms...

Displays and changes service alarms. Displays the Service Alarms dialog box.


Local Alarm Cancel

Sends the Local Alarm Cancel command to the selected node.


Reset Local Cancel

Sends the Local Alarm Cancel off command to the selected node.


Monitor Alarms

Toggles alarms monitoring "on"/"off". The default state is "off".


Fault Consequence Settings...



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6.25.7 Performance menu

Tip


CPU Reset Counters...

Displays a dialog box in which you can view and reset the CPU Reset Counter

settings of the selected units.

This command is enabled when a node is managed.Statistics...

Shows and resets statistics for a selected port in the Ports View

window.Displays a dialog box in which you can view and reset the statistics

settings.

This command is enabled when a node is managed and an interface is selected

in the Ports View window.

6.25.8 Options menu

This menu contains options and features of DN 2 Manager. The first two menu

items are used for toggling optional controls in the windows. A check mark

indicates that a feature is selected. This menu also contains functions for

controlling the Manager options and user database.

Toolbar

The toolbar provides shortcuts for frequently used menu commands. All the

items on it can also be accessed from the menus.

As the default setting, the toolbar is displayed under the menu bar of the DN 2

Manager window. You can choose whether the toolbar is displayed or not by

checking or unchecking the Toolbar option. A check mark indicates that the

toolbar is shown.

Status Bar





The status bar assists you in the use of DN 2 Manager by providing information

on the menu command that has been selected.

As the default setting, the status bar is displayed at the bottom of the DN 2

Manager window. You can choose whether the status bar is displayed or not bychecking or unchecking the Status Bar option. A check mark indicates that the

status bar is shown.

Manager Options...

This menu item provides means for setting up the user-configurable parameters

of DN 2 Manager. Choosing this menu command opens the Manager Options

dialog box, where you can choose whether DN 2 Manager asks for confirmation

before Send, Apply, and Read commands are performed. The dialog box also

contains options that help you speed up the start-up in situations where only

some of the information has to be read from the node. The settings are saved to

the registry database, which means that you do not have to give them again the

next time you start DN 2 Manager.

Remember Password

When this menu item is checked, DN 2 Manager remembers the password and

sends it to the node whenever the Manager receives a No Privileges message

from the node.

When this menu item is unchecked, you have to type in the password whenever

the user privileges get timed out.

User privileges are required for all write operations (such as changing settings).

The privileges can be obtained by giving the password or by local PIN

grounding, and they remain valid only for a specified period of time. For more

information on user privileges, refer to section 6.50, Node Privileges Settingsdialog box.


6.25.9 Window menu

This menu is a normal Windows Window menu. It provides means for

arranging windows and bringing currently open windows to the front.

Cascade

This command arranges the currently open windows so that they overlap. The

title bars cascade from the upper left corner down to the right, making it easy

for you to select any window.

Tile



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This command arranges the currently open windows side by side, so that each

window is visible and none of them overlap.

Arrange Icons

This menu option arranges the icons of the windows that are currentlyminimised.

<List of open and minimised windows>

Activates the selected window. In this list of open and minimised windows,

there is a separate option for each of the windows with which you can bring the

corresponding window to top.

6.25.10 Help menu

This is a normal Windows Help menu. DN 2Manager provides Windowsformat help files which are accessed via this menu item. The menu provides

access to the contents of the help files, direct access to the help search function,

help index, and an About dialog box for DN 2 Manager. You can access the

DN 2 Manager help files also by pressing the F1 key.

Contents...

This command starts the Microsoft Windows help at the DN 2 Manager Help

contents.

Search...

Shows the standard Windows Search for Help dialog box to enter a search

keyword.

Index

Displays the index pages of the DN 2 Manager Help.

Current Window...

Displays the help page of the DN 2 Manager Help which is associated with the

current window.

About...

This menu option opens a dialog box with details about DN 2 Manager and its

version.

6.26 Download Unit Dump From dialog box

This dialog box allows you to send unit settings from a DN 2 node file to a unit.

It is displayed when you give the Configure→ Download Dump... menu

command.





Tip

This dialog box is not available in the quick start-up mode.

Figure 42. Download Unit Dump From dialog box

Dialog box layout

The dialog box layout is the same as for the File Open dialog box.

Actions

Open

Sends the unit settings from the selected node file to the unit. Closes the dialog

box.

Cancel




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6.27 DYNACARD Identifications dialog box

This dialog box displays the identifications of the selected unit. The dialog box

is displayed when you first select the unit in the Equipment View window andthen issue the Configure→ Unit Identifications... menu command.

Tip


Figure 43. DYNACARD Identifications dialog box

Dialog box layout

Slot Number

Slot number of the selected DYNACARD unit.

Program Id

Program code and version of the selected DYNACARD unit.

User Manual ID

The document number of the relevant menu document in the Operating


Hardware unit Id

Product code and version number of the selected DYNACARD unit. This field

can be modified.

Actions

Send

Sends the changes to the managed node or file and closes the dialog box.

Cancel






the dialog box.

Help


6.28 Edit B-Connection dialog box

This dialog box is displayed with the command Tables→Edit Connection or a

double-click on a row in the Connections View window.

For dialog box layout, see Section 6.4, Add B-Connection dialog box.

6.29 Edit C-Connection dialog box



For dialog box layout, see Section 6.5, Add C-Connection dialog box.

6.30 Edit Condition dialog box

This dialog box is used for changing the editable properties of the selected

condition in the Conditions View window. The dialog box is displayed with the

Tables→ Edit Condition... menu command. A double-click to a row in the

Conditions View list also displays this dialog box.



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Figure 44. Edit Condition dialog box

Dialog box layout

The fields in this dialog box are the same as in the Add Condition dialog box,

but the Number and Condition Type fields are not editable.

Actions

OK Refreshes the specified condition in the condition list of the Conditions View

window and closes this dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help






6.31 Edit D-Connection dialog box



For dialog box layout, see Section 6.7, Add D-Connection dialog box.

6.32 Edit Y-Connection dialog box



For dialog box layout, see Section 6.8, Add Y-Connection dialog box.

6.33 Equipment View window

This window provides the primary equipment view of the managed node or file.

It shows the hardware installation: the node name and address, subrack type,

installed and free slots and unit types, and the active synchronisation source.

This window is displayed after connecting to a node, opening a file, or with the

command Manage→ New.



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Figure 45. Equipment View window

Window layout

Node identification area

Double-clicking this area displays the Node Settings dialog box. You can also

display the Node Settings dialog box by giving the Configure→ NodeSettings... menu command.

Name

The name of the node.

Address

The Q1 address of the node.

Subrack Type

Type of the subrack. The available types are: 20T (4), 40T (8), 19″ (16) and

2*19″ (32). The figures in parentheses show the number of unit slots in each

subrack.

Sync Source

The active synchronisation source.

Slot area

If there is a unit in the slot, the type (CU, IU2, DYN) of the unit is shown in the

unit area. You can select the slot by using the mouse or arrow keys on the





keyboard. You can also change the selection with the TAB (forward) and

SHIFT+TAB (backward) keys.

When alarm polling is on, alarms are presented in colours inside the unit area.

No literal alarm codes are shown.The slots can be in the following states:

Installed slots

Equipped, in use (INSTALLED)

Unit is logically installed and physically exists in the slot. The unit type is

displayed in the box. The type is either CU, IU, or a DYNACARD unit type.

These slots recognise the commands:

Configure→ Unit Identifications

Configure→ Remove Unit

Configure→ Unit Settings... (also double-click)

Configure→ Unit Alarms (also double-clicking on the alarmLED when alarm monitoring is on)

Missing

The unit is logically installed but does not physically exist in the slot. This state

is presented with letter "M" inside the unit area. A node produces a unit alarm

when it finds out that a unit is missing from the rack. So, when alarm

monitoring is on, this state is shown in red colour. Double-clicking the redrectangle opens the Unit Alarms dialog box.

Non-installed slots

Empty

Unequipped slot. These slots recognise the command:

Configure→ Add Units... (also double-click)

Unavailable

In the 2*19″ (40-port) subracks, slots 27−32 cannot be configured. These slots

are not shown in the window.

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6.34 Export Connections dialog box

This dialog box is used for exporting data from the current window into a text

file. The data in the exported file can then be imported to other applications or back to another DN 2 Manager session.

The dialog box is displayed when you issue the Edit→ Export File command.

Before you can request the action, you have to activate the appropriate window.

The table below specifies the windows that support exporting of data:

Window File type Notes

Alarms View DN 2 Alarms (*.ALA) Exports the alarm list displayedin the Alarms View window.

Connection Tables View DN 2 Cross-

connections (*.CON)

Exports the cross-connections

of the currently selectedconnection table.

Connections View DN 2 Cross-connections (*.CON)

Exports the cross-connectionsdisplayed in the ConnectionsView window.

Figure 46. Export Connections dialog box

Dialog box layout

The appearance and function of the Export Connections dialog box is consistent

with the standard Windows file dialog boxes.





File Name

This text field defines the filename of the exported data file. The default

filename is derived from the node name (first eight characters, at the most) and

the extension from the export file type.Save as Type

This drop-down list defines the type and format of the exported data field. The

possible types are derived from the current window context.

Actions

Save

Exports the data into the specified file. If the file already exists, a Do you

want t o repl ace exi st i ng <f i l ename>? message box is

displayed. Choosing Yes at this point saves the file and closes the dialog box;

choosing No returns to the File Export dialog box; and choosing Cancel cancels the operation.

Cancel


the dialog box.

6.35 Fault Consequences dialog box

The Fault Consequences dialog box is used for viewing and editing faultconsequences. The dialog box is displayed when you first select a port in the

Ports View window and after that issue the Faults→ Fault Consequences

command.

Tip




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Figure 47. Fault Consequences dialog box

Dialog box layout

Port Number

A list box for selecting the port number.

Error Rate > 1E3

Fault consequences for an Error Rate > 1E3 alarm in the selected port. The

options are:

• A+S+AIS+FEA

(An error rate alarm triggers an A- and S-alarm. AIS is connected to the

channels to indicate the detected fault, and the Far-End Alarm bit is

transmitted.)

• A Alarm

• B Alarm

• No Alarm.

Far End Alarms





Fault consequences for a Far End Alarm alarm in the selected port. The options

are:

• S Alarm

• B+S Alarm

• A+S Alarm.

AIS Alarms

Fault consequences for an AIS in the selected port. The options are:

• S Alarm

• B+S Alarm.

Tx Fault

Fault consequences for a Tx Fault in the selected port. The options are:

• B Alarm

• No Alarm.

AIS TS16

Fault consequences for an AIS TS16 fault in the selected port. The options are:

• A+S Alarm

• No Alarm.

Buffer Overflow

Fault consequences for buffer overflow in the selected port. The options are:

• B Alarm

• No Alarm.

Status Change

Fault consequences for detected status change in the selected port. The options

are:

• Alarm MD use

(An alarm is generated as a result of status change.)

• Alarm DN 2 Manager use

(An alarm is generated when the DN 2 service bus is accessed throughDN 2 Manager and Service Terminal.)

• No Alarm.

(No alarms are generated when status changes.)

BER-6 Alarms: Alarm State On

When checked, sets the BER-6 alarm state on.

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Sets the count time for the alarm.

Actions

Send

Sends the settings to the node and closes the dialog box.

Refresh

Refreshes the dialog box for the specified port.

Default

Sets the default fault consequences for the specified port.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.36 File Open dialog box

This dialog box allows you to open a DN 2 node file. The layout and function of

the dialog box correspond to the standard File Open dialog box.

Figure 48. File Open dialog box





Dialog box layout

File Name

This text field defines the filename of the data file. By default the filename is

*.DN2. The list box below displays the files of the current directory matchingthe criteria defined in the List Files of Type field. You can also select the file

name from this list box.

Files of type

This drop-down list defines the type of the files listed. The default type is DN 2

Node File (*.DN2). Additionally, the list contains the "All Files" alternative.

Look in

This field displays the current directory where the files are searched. The list

box below enables you to change the directory.

Summary InformationShows the information stored in the standard header of the selected file.

Node Type

Type of the node file. For example, DN2.

Manager Name

Identifies the NMA that created or updated the data. For example, DN2.EXE.

Data Type

Type of data in file. For example, "Node File".

Date TimeDate and time when the file was created or updated.

Tip

The Summary Information box shows "No Summary Information" if the file

subsystem cannot find the standard header information from the selected file.

Actions

Open

Connects the Manager session to the selected node file and shows theEquipment View window with the installation read from the node file. Closes

the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.



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6.37 File Save and File Save As dialog boxes

The File Save As dialog box is used either for saving the previously opened file

to another name or for saving data from a connected node to a file. The layoutand function of the dialog box correspond to the standard File Save dialog box.

Figure 49. File Save dialog box

Dialog box layout

See Section 6.36, File Open dialog box.

Actions

Save

Saves the data of the current management session to the specified node file. If

the file name entered exists, a confirmation to overwrite the existing file is

requested. Closes the dialog box.Cancel


the dialog box.





6.38 Filter Connections dialog box

With the Filter Connections dialog box you can control the filtering of the

Connections View or Graphical Connections View window. This dialog boxis displayed when you select the Tables→ Filter Connections menu

command. When opened, this dialog box shows the current selection. As the

default, all the check boxes are checked and the All Ports option chosen.

Figure 50. Filter Connections dialog box

Dialog box layout

Show Connection Type

Shows the selected types of cross-connections.

Show Ports

Specifies the ports that you want to see. For the Graphical Connections View,

only the All Ports option is possible.

Actions

OK Shows the selected connections in the Connections View window. If not

already open, opens the Connections view window.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help




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6.39 Find Connections dialog box

This dialog box allows you to search for connections by their names in the


Figure 51. Find Connections dialog box

Dialog box layout

Find what

Provides you the space where to enter the text you want to find.

Actions

Find Next

Finds the text you have entered to be searched.

Cancel


Help

Displays the help of the Find dialog box.

6.40 Graphical Connections View window

This window is used for displaying cross-connections of one table graphically.

It may also be used for defining and editing connections.By default, this window shows the connections of Table 1, that is, when the

Connection Tables View window is not open and you execute the menu

command Tables→Graphical Connections View. To view connections of

another table, open the Connection Tables View window and give the menu

command Tables→Graphical Connections View.

Cross-connections can also be viewed as a list. The Connections View window

offers an alternative to this window, as described in Section 6.14, ConnectionsView window.






Window layoutAll the blocks represent connection point resources. You may select a port, a

time slot, and a bit by clicking on the relevant block.

Double-clicking of a block in this window shows all the connections defined for

the selected item. If you double-click an existing connection, the Edit

Connection dialog box is opened for that particular connection (B, C, D, or Y).

Unidirectional connections are displayed with a dashed line and bidirectional

connections with a solid line. The master direction is denoted with white text on

grey background. Connection lines in the activated tables are shown in blue

colour, other connections in white.

Port

Defines 2M interface ports. Double-clicking a port block shows all connections

from that port.

Time Slot

Defines a time slot of the connection point within the selected 2M interface.

Double-clicking a time-slot block shows all the connections from the selected

time slot.

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Defines the bits within the selected time slot. Double-clicking a bit block shows

all the connections from the selected bit.

Near End Name

Shows the near end name of the selected 2M interface port for the selectedconnection point.

Far End Name

Shows the far end name of the selected 2M interface port for the selected

connection point.

Actions

The associated menu commands are:

• Tables→ Add Connection

• Tables→ Edit Connection

• Tables→ Delete Connection

• Manage→ Send Tables

• Manage→ Print

• Edit → Export File

• Edit → Import File

Using the pop-up menu

You can find the most frequently needed Tables menu commands on the pop-

up menu by clicking the right mouse button. For more information about usingthese commands, see Section 6.25.4, Tables Menu.

Keyboard navigation

You can move around in the Graphical Connections View window with the

arrow and TAB keys on your keyboard.



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Figure 53. Import Connections dialog box

Dialog box layout

The appearance and function of the Import Connections dialog box is

consistent with the standard Windows file dialog boxes.

File Name

This text field defines the filename of the imported data file. By default, the

filename is *.EXT, where EXT is the extension derived from the window type.

The list box below displays the files of the current directory matching the

criterion defined in the Files of type field. You can also select the file name in

this list box.

Files of type

This drop-down list defines the type of the listed files. The default type is

derived from the context. Additionally, the list contains the "All Files"

alternative.

Actions

Open

Imports the data from the specified file into the current dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.





6.42 Install Unit dialog box

In this dialog box, you can add new units into the node installation.

The dialog box opens when you choose the Configure→ Add Units... menu

item.

If you are managing a node, make sure that the units to be added to the

installation have been inserted in the subrack. Adding units actually causes the

DN 2 CU to check the requested unit locations for unit identification

information. The actual types of the units are read from the node itself and thus

you cannot modify them.

If you are managing a file, you must also give the type of the unit to be

installed.

Figure 54. Install Unit dialog box when managing a node



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Figure 55. Install Unit dialog box when managing a file

Dialog box layout

With the Install Units in Slots option you can define the unit locations for the

new units from the Free Slots list. When the Manager is managing a file, you

can also select the unit types.

The Install All Units option causes the CU to check all unit locations of the

subrack. When the Manager is managing a file this option is disabled.

Tip

It is recommended that the Install All Units option is used only when the entire

node is taken into use for the very first time because using this option interrupts

the traffic.

Free Slots

Specifies the unit location (in the subrack or cartridge) for the unit(s) to be

installed. You can also select multiple slots.

Unit Type

Specifies the type of the unit to be installed. This list is only visible when youare managing a file.

Actions

Send

Adds the unit to the installation but does not close the dialog box.

Close






Help


6.43 IU Channel Temporary Controls dialog box

In this dialog box, you can view and edit the Channel read/write temporary

controls of a selected IU2 unit. The dialog box is displayed when you first select

the unit in the Equipment View window and then issue the command

Configure→ Temporary Controls→ IU Channel Data Read/Write.

Tip

This dialog box is not available in the virtual or quick start-up mode.

Figure 56. IU Channel Temporary Controls dialog box

Dialog box layout

Unit Number

The unit number of the selected IU2 unit.

Control Time-out

Time limit for the temporary controls. This is a read-only field.

Interface

The number of the selected interface.





Figure 57. IU Identifications dialog box

Dialog box layout

Slot Number

Slot number of the selected IU2 unit.

Program Id

Program code and version of the selected IU2 unit.

User Manual Id

The document number of the relevant menu document in the OperatingHandbook of the connected node. This is a read-only field.

Hardware Unit Id

Product code and version number of the selected IU2 unit; modifiable. To

modify this field, click the More (...) button next to the Hardware Unit Id field

and fill in the fields in the displayed Modify HW-unit ID dialog box.

Near End Name and Far End Name

The names of ports of the selected IU2 unit (Near End Name) and the names of

the ports which these ports are connected to (Far End Name).

The near end name and far end name are used for identifying a 2Minterface

(Port 1 or Port 2) and the interface it is connected to at the other end of the 2Mline.

Actions

Send

Sends the changes to the node.

Close





Freeze All

Freezing of connections on all ports. This allows you to modify connections on

several ports at the same time and bring the new connections into use on all

ports at the same time.Release All

Releasing of connections on all ports at the same time.

Equipment Loopback

Loops the output signal back to the equipment. Switches on the A- and S-alarm

and connects the AIS to the interface output to indicate the loopback.

Freeze Connections

Blocks new connections from use until the time-out set for the controls is

reached. You can release the frozen connections by choosing the Release All

option even before the time-out is reached.

Actions

Send


Default

Sets the Port options to default values:

Equipment loopback No loops

Freeze connections Connections not frozen

Refresh

Refreshes the dialog box for the selected port.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.46 IU Unit Temporary Controls

In this dialog box, you can view and edit temporary controls on a selected IU2

unit. The dialog box is displayed when you first select the unit in the Equipment

View window and then issue the Configure→Temporary Controls→IU Unit

Temporary Controls... menu command.



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Tip


Figure 59. IU Unit Temporary Controls dialog box

Dialog box layout

Unit Number


Control Time-out


Forced Indication

Defines the forced LED indication for the selected IU2 unit. The options are:

• Normal indication

• Red indication

• Yellow indication

• No indication.

MEAS Output

Defines the signal for the input to the measurement output of the CU. The

options are:

• Tx 2M data

• Rx 2M data.





Actions

Send


Default

Sets the Unit options to default values:

Forced indication Normal indication

MEAS output Rx 2M data

Refresh

Refreshes the dialog box for the selected unit.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.47 Manager Options dialog box

In this dialog box you can view and edit some confirmation, general and start-

up options of DN 2 Manager. This dialog box is displayed when you issue the

Options→Manager Options command.



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Figure 60. Manager Options dialog box

Dialog box layoutConfirmation Before Send

When checked, the Manager always asks for confirmation before sending data

to the node.

Confirmation Before Apply

When checked, the Manager always asks for confirmation before applying the

settings shown on the display.

Confirmation Before Read

When checked, the Manager always asks for confirmation before reading

settings from the specified source.Acknowledgement After Send

When checked, you receive a confirmation after the sending has been

successfully completed.

Send Cancel privileges - command to node after disconnect

When this option is checked, the Manager sends a 'Cancel privileges' command

to the node when a connection is terminated. This option has no effect when a

file is managed.





This option should be used when the node password is in use. The privileges

obtained by giving the node password remain effective during the time defined

by the time-out value. To prevent unauthorised use, the privileges should be

cancelled when you stop managing the node.

Show select ports dialog before sending data to the node

When this option is checked, the Manager shows the Select Ports dialog box

when you issue the command Manage→ Send Tables. On the dialog box

displayed, you can choose the ports to which you want to send the tables. This

option has no effect when a node is managed.

Tip

Sending connection tables to the node with this option checked may cause

inconsistent state of connections in the node. Make sure that you remember

which ports contain changed information.

Trace Q1 commands when reading/sending data

When this option is checked, the Manager writes to a file (DN2Trace.txt) the

menu commands it sends and the answers it receives from a node.

This option should be used when troubleshooting Manager problems that

concern reading and sending data to the node.

Show different cursor in file mode

When this option is checked, a descriptive mouse cursor is used when DN 2

Manager is in the file mode. This cursor informs you that DN 2 Manager is

connected to a file. This option is checked by default.Allow usage of time slot 16 when Multiframe in use

• If the option is unchecked

A cross-connection is not allowed to use time slot 16 if any of its connection

points’ ports has Multiframe option set to In Use.

• If the option is checked

A cross-connection can use time slot 16 according to the following restriction:

Only those connection points’ ports that do not have Multiframe option set to In

Use can use the time slot 16.

Tip

For a Port if Multiframing set to In Use means that the time slot 16 is carrying

signalling information and if set to Out of Use means that the time slot 16 is

carrying channel information.

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When this option is checked, the Manager reads only the equipment, unit, and

port configuration information from the node. The setting will become effective

only at the next management session.

Optimize Equipment and Unit Configuration ReadingThis option configures the manager to improve the performance of DN 2 Node

Manager at startup.

Read Cross-Connections

When this option is checked, the Manager reads only the cross-connections

from the node. The setting will become effective only at the next management

session.

Enable Port Selection when reading Cross-Connections

When this option is checked, Manager reads the cross-connections of only those

ports that are selected instead of reading the cross-connections of all ports. The

setting will become effective only at the next management session.

Actions

OK

Saves the setting into the windows Registry. Closes the dialog box.

Cancel

Closes the dialog box and returns the system to the state in which it was before

opening the dialog box.

Help


6.48 Memory Tests dialog box

This dialog box allows you to set up a memory test on a selected unit. The

dialog box itself is available for all CU and IU2 units, but the DCC Rams Test

is supported only for version 05A and later.

TipThis dialog box is not available in the quick start-up mode.

The dialog box is displayed when you issue the Testing→Memory Tests...

menu command.

Caution

Tests disconnect the traffic.





Figure 61. Memory Tests dialog box

Dialog box layout

Unit Number

The unit slot number in the Equipment View window.

A/D Test

When checked, sets up an A/D test on the selected unit.RAM Test

When checked, sets up a RAM test on the selected unit.

Tip

The EPROM and DCC Rams tests are not supported by all software versions.

Refer to the DN 2 Operating Handbook for more information.

EPROM Test

When checked, sets up a EPROM test on the selected unit.

DCC Rams Test

When checked, sets up a DCC RAM test on the selected unit. Note that this test

is not supported by CU.

Actions

RUN Now

Performs the selected memory tests on the selected unit.



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Close


Help


6.49 Modify HW-unit ID dialog box

This dialog box allows you to modify the hardware unit identification. The

dialog box is displayed when you click the More (...) button in the CU

Identifications or IU Identifications dialog box.

Figure 62. Modify HW-unit ID dialog box

Dialog box layout

Product code

Specifies the product code of the unit (for example, CC 24110).

.-Version

Specifies the unit variant (for example, CC 24110.66).

Version

Specifies the version of the unit (for example, 03A).

Actions

OK

Saves the data and updates the CU Identifications or IU Identifications dialog

box, according to the selected unit.

Cancel






the dialog box.

Help


6.50 Node Privileges Settings dialog box

This dialog box allows you to view and modify the node privileges settings. The

dialog box is displayed when you issue the Configure→ Node Privileges

Settings... menu command.

Figure 63. Node Privileges Settings dialog box

Dialog box layout

Active Protection

Shows the active protection in the node. The protection can also be set here. The

options are:

• No Protection

• Password Required

• Local PIN Required.

Protection Time-out

The time limit for the acquired privileges. The default value is 10 minutes.





Dialog box layout

Node Type

Specifies the type of the node to which the node manager is connected; for

example, DN 2.

Node Name

This field is specified by you to identify the node. It is intended for describing

the location of the node. The maximum is 15 characters.

Subrack Type

The type of the subrack. Possible types are: 20T (4), 40T (8), 19″ (16) and

2*19″ (32). The figures in parentheses show the number of unit slots in each

subrack. When changing the subrack type in the Manager, it checks that there

are no excessive units in the subrack. It is possible to change the subrack type

even while anaging a node.

Setup Id

Displays the setup identification number. This is a read-only field.

User Manual Id

Displays the document number of the relevant menu document in the Operating


Control Time-out

This field is filled in by you. Enter a time for the controls to remain active

without being refreshed. The factory setting is 10 minutes. The allowed range is

1 to 65000 minutes.

Q1 Address

This field gives the address of the node in the management network. The valid

Q1 addresses are integer values from 1 to 4093.

Speed

Specifies the communication speed of the service interface in Bps. The choices

available are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, and 9600 Bps.

The communication speed of the service interface must be the same as the

communication speed of the manager. The communication speed of the

manager can be set in the Nokia Connection Tool dialog box, refer to section

6.16, 'Nokia Connection Tool dialog box'.

Mode

The mode field specifies the service interface change mode, which is chosen by

you. If the mode is Enabled, you can modify the service interface

characteristics; if the mode is Disabled, the service interface characteristics

cannot be modified.

Data Hybrid

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When the data hybrid is ON, the service interface (MI), data channels, and the

processor are connected to each other. When the data hybrid is OFF, the service

interface is connected to the processor but the data channels are not.

For more details about the data hybrid, refer to the DN 2 Operating Handbook.

Actions

Send

Sends changes to the managed node or file and closes the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.52 Nokia Q1 Connection Tool window

This window is created automatically when you make a connection to a node.

Nokia Q1 Connection Tool is a communication program controlling the

communication with the managed node. For further details, refer to the GCSR5.0 User Manual.

6.53 Port Settings dialog box

In this dialog box, you can view and edit the settings of the selected port. The

dialog box is displayed when you select a port in the Ports View window and

double-click it or choose the Configure→ Port Settings... menu command.





Figure 65. Port Settings dialog box

Dialog box layoutPort Number

This field identifies the selected port whose settings are presented and edited.

Near End Name and Far End Name

The name of this port (Near End Name) and the name of the port to which this

port is connected (Far End Name). The node does not use this information for

anything, but it is provided to help you to identify a 2Minterface and the

interface the node is connected to at the other end of the 2M line.

Protecting Port

Shows the number of the protecting port for this port. The number of the protecting port can be set between zero and 40. Zero means that there is no

protecting port.

Apply to All Ports

By checking this box, you can copy and apply the setting of this dialog box to

all ports, excluding the CU port 0. Only the Multiframe usage, Interface

Usage, CRC Usage, and Storage Mode settings can be copied to all ports.

Multiframe





sampling rate is chosen to be 8 kHz, the data channel reserves bits 7 and 8; if

the sampling rate is chosen to be 16 kHz, the data channel reserves bits 5−8.

• 4 kHz

• 8 kHz

• 16 kHz

Condition Bit

Defines the condition bit. The data channel conditionality is available from the

program version 03A onwards.

• Bit 2 (DCB)

• Bit 3 (DCB)

• Bit 4 (DCB)

•

Bit 5 (DCB)• Bit 6 (DCB)

• Bit 7 (DCB)

• Unconditional

If the Sampling Rate is 8 kHz, bit 7 cannot be selected.

If the Sampling Rate is 16 kHz, bits 5...7 cannot be selected.

Use of TS0 Bits

Bit 4...8

These fields indicate the current mapping of the bits 4...8 in time slot 0 of the2M frame. For further details of the use of TS0 bits, refer to the DN 2 OperatingHandbook.

The alternatives are:

• Fixed 1

• Fixed 0

• MCB (Master Control Bit)

• LCB (Loop Control Bit)

• Channel.

If the Data Channel is out of use, all bits can be set, otherwise:

If Sampling Rate is 4 kHz, bit 8 is reserved for data channel.

If Sampling Rate is 8 kHz, bits 7...8 are reserved for data channel.

If Sampling Rate is 16 kHz, bits 5...8 are reserved for data channel.

State

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• Normal

• Slave LP

LP Time Slot

Defines the number of time slot that is used by the MCB and LCB bit in LP

timing. If one of time slots 1 to 31 is used, bit 5 is set for the MCB and bit 6 for

the LCB. If time slot 0 is used, the MCB and LCB are selected in the Use of

TS0 Bits frame.

This field is enabled when Slave LP is chosen in Port Timing.

Tip

When loop timing is used, the LP time slot must be the same at all ports of the

loop. The LCB and MCB bit must also be set the same at all ports of the loop.

MF/F0 Bits

Defines the use of TS16 bits 5, 7, and 8 when multiframe is in use. The bits can

have a fixed value of zero or one. When the multiframe is not in use, this field is

disabled.

Actions

Send

Sends the settings to the managed node or file and closes the dialog box.

Default

Sets the following defaults:

CRC In use

TS0 bits DI-2M connected

bit 4 permanent 1

bits 5-8 data channel usage

Multiframe In use

Data channel Not in use

MF/F0 bits Fixed 1

Timing Normal LP time slot

Refresh

Refreshes the dialog box contents for the selected port.

Cancel


the dialog box.





Help


6.54 Ports View window

In this window, you can view the settings of all the ports (if there is an installed

IU2 unit in the slot). The window is displayed with the command Configure→

Ports View.

Figure 66. Ports View window

Clicking a column selects the column. After this, you can edit all port-related

settings. Double-clicking a port column or choosing the menu command

Configure→Port Settings displays the Port Settings dialog box containing the

settings of the selected port.

The Free Space line shows the free space (in bytes) for cross-connections on

each port.

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6.55 Print dialog box

This dialog box is used for printing of the data of the current management

session in text format.

The following windows support printing:

Alarms View DN 2 alarms

Conditions View DN 2 conditions

Connection Tables View DN 2 connection tables

Connections View DN 2 cross-connections

Equipment View DN 2 installation (the identification parameters of the node and information of the installed units)

Ports ViewDN 2 port settings

Figure 67. Print dialog box

Actions

Properties

Shows the standard Windows Document Properties dialog box.

OK

Starts printing of the selected data.





Cancel


the dialog box.

6.56 Print Node Settings... dialog box

This dialog box is used for printing the node settings, CU port settings,

synchronisation settings, unit voltages, and user privileges. The dialog box is a

standard Windows Print dialog box.

6.57 Print Setup dialog box

This dialog box is used for setting the printer related settings. The standard

Windows dialog box is used for this purpose.

Actions

OK

Applies the printer settings to the current DN 2 Manager session. Closes the

dialog box.

The settings do not affect the other active applications. To make common printer settings for all Windows applications, you should use the Windows

Control Panel.

Cancel


the dialog box.

6.58 Restore File dialog box

This dialog box enables you to restore node settings by sending the restore file

dumps to the node. The file to be restored must have been previously created

with the Manage→ Backup... menu command.

This dialog box is displayed when you choose the Manage→ Restore... menu

item.

The backup file contains:

• dumps for installed units



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• cross-connection dumps.


The dialog box layout is the same as in the File Open dialog box.

ActionsOpen

Connects the Manager session to the selected node file and shows the

Equipment View window with the installation read from the node file. Closes

the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

6.59 Save Backup As dialog box

This dialog box enables you to read the settings of an entire node (including

DYNACARD units) and save the settings to a file. All functions in this dialog

box are similar to those of the File Save As... dialog box.

This dialog box opens when you choose the Manage→ Backup... menu item.





Figure 69. Save Backup As dialog box

The dialog box layout is the same as in the File Open dialog box.

Actions

Save

Connects the Manager session to the selected node file and shows the

Equipment View window with the installation read from the node file. Closes

the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

6.60 Select Ports dialog boxThis dialog box allows you to read cross-connections and control the sending of

changed cross-connections to the nodes.

This dialog box opens when you choose the Manage→ Send Tables... menu

item.



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Figure 70. Select Ports to Update dialog box

All

The new cross-connections are sent to all ports or read from all ports.

Changed/Selected

The new cross-connections are sent to those ports only which need to be

updated or read from those ports that have been selected. The Selected option is

enabled only if you have checked the appropriate box in the Manager Options

dialog box.

Actions

OK

Sends the changes to the managed node or reads the cross-connections from the

selected ports.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help






6.61 Service Alarms dialog box

This dialog box allows you to view and edit the rack alarm settings and rack

alarm delay, and select the alarm signals to the programmable alarm outputs(PA1 and PA2).

This dialog box opens when you choose the Faults→ Service Alarms... menu

item.

Tip


Figure 71. Service Alarms dialog box

Dialog box layout

Rack Alarm Settings

The classification for rack alarms. The classes are:

• Normal

• Alarms Inhibited

• A replaced by B [The prompt alarms (A) are changed to deferred alarms

(B)].

Rack Alarm Delay

Shows the current rack alarm delay, which can also be changed.

Programmable Alarm1 and Programmable Alarm2



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These options allow you to select a signal to programmable alarm outputs PA1

and PA2. For both outputs, the options are:

A

B

D

S

A&S (Both A and S active simultaneously.)

A+S (Active always when a fault is detected in the node.)

A+B+S (Active always when there is a fault, even when the fault is detected

elsewhere.)

Actions

Send

Sends the changes to the managed node.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.62 Statistics dialog box

This dialog box allows you to view and reset the statistics of a selected port.

You can also reset the statistics of all ports simultaneously.

This dialog box opens when you choose the Performance→ Statistics... menu

item.





Figure 72. Statistics dialog box, 2M Counters tab

Dialog box layoutThe 2M Counters and the 2M Signal Quality tab have a similar layout.

Port Number

Shows the selected port number; the number can also be changed.

Name

Shows the type of statistics or error counters.

Value

Shows the value for each type of statistics or error counters.

TimeShows the time at which the statistics or 2M counters have been read from the

node.

Apply reset to all ports

Checking this box resets the statistics on the current tab of all ports.



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Figure 73. Statistics dialog box, 2M signal Quality tab

Actions

Reset

Resets the statistics on the current tab of the selected port. If the Apply reset to

all ports box is checked, resets the statistics on the current tab of all ports.

Close


Refresh

Refreshes the statistics of the selected port.

Help


6.63 Status Change dialog box

This dialog box allows you to activate or deactivate the function in the unit that

detects the configuration changes and enable acknowledgement of the generated





alarms. This dialog box is available for CU and IU2 units with program version

06A or later.

This dialog box opens when you choose the Faults→ Status Change... menu

item.

Figure 74. Status Change dialog box

Dialog box layout

Slot

Number of a unit slot in the subrack or cartridge. You can choose a unit slot by

clicking the associated row in the dialog box.

Port

Port number.

Status change state

The state of the status change function in the selected unit. The status change

state is selected by the radio buttons next to the list box. The options are:

Not Active

No alarms will be generated when the settings of the unit have been changed.

Active

An alarm will be generated when the settings of the unit have been changed

with DN 2 Manager or Service Terminal. This option is used when the service

bus of the DN 2 node is accessed through the Mediation Device (MD), DN 2

Manager, and Service Terminal.



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Active (DN 2 Manager use)

An alarm will be generated when the settings of the unit have been changed

with Service Terminal. This option is used when the service bus of the DN 2

node is accessed through DN 2 Manager and Service Terminal.Ack Unit Settings Alarm

This column contains an X if a 'Unit Settings' alarm is active. The column is

blank if there is no alarm or if the alarm has been acknowledged in the

associated check box next to the list.

Ack Connection

This column contains an X if a 'Connection Settings' alarm is active. The

column is blank if there is no alarm or if the alarm has been acknowledged in

the associated check box next to the list.

Unit Settings Alarm For Both Ports Of The Unit

When checked, causes the acknowledgement to be sent to the unit where the

port is located. Applies or removes the X to both ports of the unit in the port list.

Connection Settings Alarm For The Current Port

When checked, causes the acknowledgement to be sent to the port. Applies or

removes the X to the current port in the port list.

Actions

Send

Sends the changes to the managed node, sends the acknowledgement commands

to the selected ports or units, and closes the dialog box.

Cancel


Help


6.64 Synchronisation

This dialog box allows you to view and change the synchronisation settings.

This dialog box opens when you choose the Configure→ Synchronisation...

menu item.





Figure 75. Synchronisation dialog box

Dialog box layout

Network Timing

The network timing fields allow you to choose a timing source for each priority.

Active Sync. Timing Source

Displays the active synchronisation source at the time the dialog box is opened.

Priority 1-3

The available sources are:

• Rx signal

• External

• Internal.

Port

If you set the Rx signal for a priority, you must also define the port from which

timing is received.

Sync. Fault

Defines the circumstances under which a synchronisation fault triggers an

alarm.



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The options are:

• Normal

• Not highest priority

• Internal.

Synchronisation i/o

The synchronisation i/o fields allow you to view and edit settings of the

synchronisation input and output.

Input Usage

The options are:

• In use

• Out of use.

If you want to set the input out of use, the DYNACARD bus and output faultmasking must be out of use.

Output Fault Masking

Defines whether the clock that has been selected to be connected to the

synchronisation output will be disconnected when a fault occurs. This field is

enabled only for CU program versions 06A and onwards. The options are:

• In use

• Out of use.

ActionsSend

Sends the changes to the managed node or file and closes the dialog box.

Default

Sets the synchronisation settings to the following default values:

Network timing Internal timing highest priority

When cartridge size is 4/8/16 then

Clock of port 3 second highest priority

Clock of port 5 third highest priority

When cartridge size is 32 then

Clock of 23 second highest priority

Clock of 25 third highest priority

Synch. Fault Indication No alarm

Synchronisation input Out of use

Synchronisation output Clock not connected in the event of a fault





Refresh

Refreshes the data in the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.65 Table Condition dialog box

This dialog box allows you to view and change the conditions associated with

the selected cross-connection table. This dialog box is displayed when you

select a conditional table in the Connection Tables View window and execute

the menu command Tables→ Table Condition.

Table conditions can be defined for tables 11...18 and 21...28. They are logical

functions consisting of up to three different conditions.

Table conditions are sent to the node or saved to a file with the connection

tables.



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Figure 76. Table Condition dialog box

Dialog box layoutTable

Identifies the selected table. Read-only field.

Condition

This group defines the condition of a conditional table. The table condition

consists of a function and three conditions.

Condition functions

The condition functions for the table.

Field for showing the selected function and conditions

This display-only field shows the combination of the selected function and the

conditions.

Condition fields

Condition drop-down lists, which contain the numbers of valid existing

conditions (condition numbers 101...164 for common conditions and fixed

conditions 254 [always False]) and 255 [always True]).

Selection none indicates that the condition is not selected. However, the

selection none is not valid for a condition function.


<Condition number> D<Port> TS<Time slot> B<Bits> P<Polarity>

For example:

123 D1 TS2 B1 P0.

Actions

Add Cond...

A shortcut to the Add Condition dialog box where you may define a new

condition if there is not a suitable one available.

OK

Applies the specified table settings to DN 2 Manager and closes the dialog box.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help






6.66 Time-slot Allocation View Dialog

In this window, you can view the usage of time slots in theDYNACARD bus.

The window is displayed when you issue the Tables→DYNACARD Bus TimeSlot Allocation View... menu command. The command is enabled only when a

node is managed.

Figure 77. Time-slot Allocation View window

Window layout

Time Slot

Specifies the used time slots in the selected unit and port.

Unit

Shows the unit number.

Actions

CloseCloses the dialog box.

Help




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6.67 Time-slot Temporary Controls dialog box

In this dialog box, you can view and edit the time-slot read/write temporary

controls on a selected interface of a selected IU2 unit. The dialog box isdisplayed when you first select the unit in the Equipment View window and

then issue the command Configure→ Temporary Controls→ IU Time Slot

Data Read/Write.

Figure 78. Time-slot Temporary Controls dialog box

Dialog box layout

Unit Number


Control Time-out


Interface

The interface of the selected unit.

Stop Writing

When checked, stops writing.

Time-slot

The time slot number of the bus or on the interface.

Data

The data that will be read from or written onto a bus or interface.

Bus





The bus on the selected unit.

Actions

Send


Default

Defines the interfaces of the selected unit for which the data is read or written.

Sets the Time Slot Read/Write option to the default value:

Time slot writing Stop writing

Refresh

Refreshes the dialog box for the selected unit.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help


6.68 Unit Alarms window

This window opens when you choose the Configure→ Unit Alarms... menu

item or double-click the unit LED in the Equipment View window. The

window can be displayed only if alarm monitoring is ON.



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Figure 79. Unit Alarms window

Window layoutAlarm class options allow you to select which alarm classes are filtered by

checking the corresponding check boxes.

For the alarm classes, refer to Section 6.10, Alarms View window.

Status

This column in the alarms list shows the alarm class.

SB Block

This column shows the name of the supervision block.

Unit

This column shows the name of the faulty unit, and the number of the port.

Message

This column shows the active alarms in text form.

Actions

Close


Help


6.69 Unit Supply Voltages dialog box

In this dialog box, you can view and edit the supply voltages for a selected CU

or IU2 unit. The dialog box is displayed when you first select the unit in the

Equipment View window and then issue the Testing→Unit Supply

Voltages... menu command.





Figure 80. Unit Supply Voltages dialog box

Dialog box layout

Unit Number

The unit number of the selected CU or IU2 unit.

Positive Supply

Reading and calibrating the positive supply voltage of the selected unit; in

millivolts.

Negative Supply

Reading and calibrating the negative supply voltage of the selected unit; inmillivolts.

Actions

Send

Sends the modifications.

Refresh

Updates the dialog box for the selected unit.

Cancel


the dialog box.

Help




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6.70 Upload Unit Dump To dialog box

This dialog box allows you to save unit settings to a DN 2 node file. It is

displayed when you give the Configure→ Upload Dump... menu command.

Figure 81. Upload Unit Dump To dialog box

Dialog box layout

The dialog box layout is the same as for the File Open dialog box.

Actions

Open

Saves the unit settings to a node file. Closes the dialog box.

Cancel






Appendix A

Restrictions of DN 2 software version 02A

The DN 2 software (CS 24160 and CS 24161) version 02A does not support the

following facilities:

• connection names

• conditional masked B1-connections (the cross-connection can be either

• conditional or masked only)

• conditional C-connections

• conditional D-connections

• port conditions

• table conditions

• protecting port

These facilities of DN 2 Manager must not be used together with the DN 2

software version 02A.



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Glossary

activated table Activated Table in a node refers to the table that has been requested to be active

in the node. If the table is unconditional, it is also the active table. If the table is

conditional, the condition determines whether the table is active or not.active table The term Active Table refers to the table that has been selected in the DN 2

node.

If the table is unconditional, it is also the used table.

If the table is conditional, it depends on the table condition whether the table is

in use or not. The number of the active table in the cross-connection dump does

not therefore necessarily refer to the table that is actually in use. Use the Tables

→ Show Active Table Number menu command to find out the table in use in

the DN 2 node.

cross-connection A connection defined in one connection command. The levels available are

port, time slot, half time slot, and bit level.

cross-connection

dump

Cross-connection tables, the protecting port for each port, conditions, table

conditions (if any created), and the number of the active table currently in the

working space are saved into the equipment in dump mode. The dump mode is

also used in the communication betweenDN 2Manager and the equipment. In

the dump mode the data is compressed to save the memory capacity of the

equipment

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