When you configure an AutoTest, the parameters you specify apply only to the plan currently in use. Other channel plans require their own AutoTest configuration.

Use the SELECT AN AUTOTEST TO CONFIGURE screen to specify how an automatic test will function using the currently active plan.

Use the arrow keys to highlight the type of test you would like to configure on the SELECT AN AUTOTEST TO CONFIGURE screen and press the CONFIGURE softkey or press ENTER.

Configuring Video Channels AutoTests

On the VIDEO CHANNELS AUTOTEST - SELECT TEST CHANNELS screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the channel you intend to edit and press the SELECT softkey to enable or disable (depending on its prior status) that channel. Repeat the process for other channels as necessary.

The MER softkey is enabled when modulation error ratio measurements are available on certain digital channels. Press the MER softkey to include this measurement as a part of the AutoTest.

The BER softkey is enabled when bit error rate measurements are available on certain digital channels. Press the BER softkey to include this measurement as a part of the AutoTest.

Configuring Cable Modem AutoTests

At least one DOCSIS channel must be enabled in your active channel plan before you can conduct a Cable Modem AutoTest.

On the CABLE MODEM AUTOTEST - SELECT TEST CHANNELS screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the DOCSIS channel you intend to edit and press the SELECT softkey to enable or disable (depending on its prior status) that channel. Repeat the process for other channels as necessary.

Configuring Smart Scan Video AutoTests
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When the Video Channels row of the table is highlighted, press the Settings key to select if you want to include Smart Scan as part of the video AutoTest. Choose Smart Scan AutoTest if you would like to enable Smart Scan as part of the AutoTest. Choose Standard AutoTest if you prefer not to run Smart Scan as part of video AutoTest.