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The iOLM is designed to simplify OTDR testing by eliminating the need to configure parameters, and/or analyse and interpret multiple complex OTDR traces. Its advanced algorithms dynamically define the testing parameters, as well as the number of acquisitions that best fit the network under test. By correlating multipulse widths on multiple wavelengths, the iOLM locates and identifies faults with maximum resolution-all at the push of a single button.GO BEYOND OTDR TESTINGInnovation is front and centre at EXFO, and the intelligent Optical Link Mapper (iOLM) is a prime example of a game-changing solution.
The MAX-940 Fibre Certifier OLTS is the first tablet-inspired solution that has been specifically designed to certify fibre cabling in data centers and enterprise networks. Its intuitive Windows-like user interface ensures a minimal learning curve. The MAX-940 Fibre Certifier offers icon-based functions, instant boot-up, as well as on-board assistance and on-board professional reporting.With the most user-friendly display in the industry (7-inch, high-resolution touchscreen), the MAX-940 Fibre Certifier delivers unprecedented user experience. Its integrated Wi-Fi/Bluetooth allows for high connectivity.The MAX-940 Fibre Certifier guarantees a full day of fieldwork with 12 hours of battery autonomy and internal memory capacity for over 150,000 test results.
Turn your Android™ device into a fully automated fibre inspection solution delivering fast and consistent test results. With no wire in your way or cumbersome battery pack, it provides unmatched user experience combined with bring-it-anywhere portability.
Turn your Android™ device into a fully automated fibre inspection solution delivering fast and consistent test results. With no wires in your way or cumbersome battery pack, it provides unmatched end-user experience, combined with bring-it-anywhere portability.
Ever since its introduction in 1996, the patented FasTesT™ technology revolutionized the industry by fully automating the test sequence, saving countless hours of testing and troubleshooting in the field. Proven in thousands of diverse network deployments across the globe, FasTesT™ truly enables CAPEX/OPEX savings.The MaxTester 945 (MAX945) boasts a 7-inch touchscreen, the largest and most user-friendly display in the industry to simplify tasks for the technician. The MAX945 also allows for 100 % automated fibre inspection at both ends of the fibre link. Paired with the FIP-400B automated fibre inspection probes and powered by FasTesT™, this OLTS brings the latest and the best in innovation and automation at your fingertips.
This intelligent and automated test tool transforms fibre inspection into a faster and simplified one-step process providing accurate and consistent test results, and preventing the reporting of false-positive results.
Connector inspection using automated analysis software to assess connector quality is an essential step during fibre commissioning and installation, and an integral part of best practices.
The FOT-300 is the most optimised OLTS on the market, combining a source port and a power meter. It transmits with a wavelength-identification digital encrypted protocol, so that any compatible unit—such as another FOT-300 Optical Loss Test Set—can automatically use the proper calibration parameters. This reduces the need for communication between the two technicians and decreases the potential for error. Distant Referencing Signal encrypting can also give the receiving end information on the power to be used as reference, helping ensure efficient referencing, even when the two units are far apart.
This intelligent and automated test tool transforms fibre inspection into a faster and simplified one-step process providing accurate and consistent test results, and preventing the reporting of false-positive results. Connector inspection using automated analysis software to assess connector quality is an essential step during fibre commissioning and installation, and an integral part of best practices.
Part of EXFO’s 600 handheld series, the FLS-600 Light Source with the FPM-600 is designed for first-class testing. What’s more, you can save time by building a list of your “favorite” wavelengths and only sweeping through these wavelengths when testing. Automatic Wavelength Switching Using the FLS-600 in Auto-Switching mode allows to automatically toggle between available wavelengths. When using this source with the FPM-600 power meter.The highly versatile FPM-600 Power Meter is the ideal tool for link and system qualification. Thanks to its memory capacity of 1000 data items and converter software, it facilitates data management and enables data transfer to a PC via USB connection. The FPM-600 features a green/red LED indicator that gives you a pass or fail test verdict according to the thresholds you have defined. A range of interchangeable adaptors are available to suit the connector configuration you require.
Connector adaptor for use with EXFO test equipment that use EUI adaptors for the light sources such as: FLS600 FOT600 FOT930 EXFO OTDR's EUI's can be used for UPC or APC interfaces.
Connector adaptor for use with EXFO test equipment that use FOA adaptors for the power meters such as: FPM600 FOT600 FOT930 EXFO OTDR's with optional power meter
Removable tips for use with the EXFO range of FIP inspection probes.
The FLS-140 is the easiest way to identify optical fibres from end to end and locate polished connector endfaces. Its red laser shines through most yellow-jacketed optical fibres to help you pinpoint breaks, bends, faulty connectors, splices and other causes of signal loss. It has a reach of up to 5 km.
The FLS-240 Pocket Pal Visual Fault Locator is a straightforward solution for identifying breaks, bends, faulty connectors or splices, as well as other causes of signal loss. It can detect faults over distances of up to 5 km.
2.3mm to 1.25mm adapter for the EXFO FLS-240 Visual Fault Locator.
Belt holster for FIP-425B / 435BFits one FIP-425B or 435B, Extra tips, Two IBC cleaner, FLS140 VFL or Penand one Smartphone (150x75x10 mm)
The MAX-700C Series is the first tablet-inspired OTDR line that is handy, lightweight and rugged enough for any outside plant environment. With a 7-inch, outdoor-enhanced touchscreen–the most efficient handheld display in the industry–it delivers an unprecedented user experience. Its intuitive Windows-like GUI ensures a fast learning curve. Plus, its new and improved OTDR 2 environment offers icon-based functions, instant boot-up, automatic macro-bend finders as well as improved auto and real-time modes. The MAX-700C Series is a line of genuine high-performance OTDRs from the world’s leading manufacturer. It delivers EXFO’s tried and true OTDR quality and accuracy along with the best optical performance for right-first-time results, every time. The amazing 12-hour battery life will never let a technician down, and the plug-and-play hardware options, like the VFL, power meter and USB tools, make every technician’s job easier. Most importantly, the MAX-700C Series is finally bringing the iOLM, an intelligent OTDR-based application, to the handheld market. This advanced software turns even the most complex trace analysis into a simple, one-touch task. Ultimately, the MAX-700C Series is small enough to fit in your hand and big enough to fit all your needs! This unit is available in the following wavelengths in a variety of combinations: 1310nm 1550nm 1625 1625nm (filtered) 1650 (filtered)
The MAX-700C Series is the first tablet-inspired OTDR line that is handy, lightweight and rugged enough for any outside plant environment. With a 7-inch, outdoor-enhanced touchscreen–the most efficient handheld display in the industry–it deliversan unprecedented user experience. Its intuitive Windows-like GUI ensures a fast learning curve. Plus, its new and improvedOTDR 2 environment offers icon-based functions, instant boot-up, automatic macrobend finders as well as improved auto andreal-time modes. The MAX-700C Series is a line of genuine high-performance OTDRs from the world’s leading manufacturer. It delivers EXFO’s tried and true OTDR quality and accuracy along with the best optical performance for right-first-time results, every time. The amazing 12-hour battery life will never let a technician down, and the plug-and-play hardware options, like the VFL, power meter and USB tools, make every technician’s job easier. Most importantly, the MAX-700C Series is finally bringing the iOLM, an intelligent OTDR-based application, to the handheld market. This advanced software turns even the most complex trace analysis into a simple, one-touch task. Ultimately, the MAX-700C Series is small enough to fit in your hand and big enough to fit all your needs!
The MaxTester 700B series is the first tablet-inspired OTDR line that is handy, lightweight and rugged enough for any outside plant environment. With a 7-inch, outdoor-enhanced touchscreen—the most efficient handheld display in the industry—it delivers an unprecedented user experience. Its intuitive Windows-like GUI ensures a fast learning curve. Plus, its new and improved OTDR 2.0 environment offers icon-based functions, instant boot-up, automatic macrobend finders as well as improved auto and real-time modes. The MaxTester 700B series is a line of genuine high-performance OTDRs from the world’s leading manufacturer. It delivers EXFO’s tried and true OTDR quality and accuracy along with the best optical performance for right-first-time results, every time. The amazing 12-hour battery life will never let a technician down, and the plug-and-play hardware options, like the VFL, power meter and USB tools, make every technician’s job easier. Most importantly, the Max-700B series is finally bringing the iOLM, an intelligent OTDR-based application, to the handheld market. This advanced software turns even the most complex trace analysis into a simple, one-touch task. Ultimately, the MaxTester 700B series is small enough to fit in your hand and big enough to fit all your needs! The MaxTester 715B OTDR/iOLM is optimised for the point-to-point testing and troubleshooting of FTTx architectures, and is ideal for testing short fibres (e.g., inside a CO environment or at FTTA/DAS network installations).
The Most Compact Multitechnology Test Platform for the Supertech. The FTB-2 is the most compact solution on the market for multirate, multitechnology, multiservice testing, delivering all the power of a high-end platform in a conveniently sized, go-anywhere field-testing tool. Designed for applications such as: CWDM turn-up testing, Fiber characterization, ROADM commissioning, FTTx testing, Gigabit/10G Ethernet configurations, With the complexity and extent of modern networks, technicians need more than a few tools in their belt to get the job done right the first time. They need OSAs, Ethernet multi-service modules and OTDRs with fiber inspection probes. You name it, the technician needs it. But what makes the supertech “super” is the ability to drill down effortlessly and perform all tests quickly and accurately, cutting costs and saving time. That’s the added value, and that’s one of the many advantages that the FTB-2Pro brings to the table.
Adapted for Dedicated Applications. Dedicated to Helping You Adapt. Thanks to its small format, ultra-powerful processing and highly intuitive interface, the FTB-1 is optimised to allow field technicians to carry out dedicated FTTH, Ethernet and multi-service test applications simply and efficiently. Dependant on the module selected and fitted to the mainframe the FTB-1 can be used for a wide variety of testing. Copper loop qualification combining advanced wideband copper test capabilities with SmartR™ features, while enabling automatic analysis and location of broadband cable faults, the FTB-610 is the ideal tool for the multi-skilled engineers troubleshooting FTTN circuits. ADSL2+/VDSL and Advanced Multiplay Testing The FTB-635 enables service providers to certify and troubleshoot wideband copper, ADSL2+/VDSL2, 1 GigE and multiplay services, including live video preview, when deploying new-generation IP services over FTTN, FTTC and other hybrid networks. Access Network Testing on the strength of best-in-class specifications and four test wavelengths, the FTB-720 LAN/WAN Access OTDR is optimised for fibre-optic contractors and private network operators, enabling them to fully test and qualify any type of fiber network. FTTH Testing with a dynamic range of up to 39 dB and enabling power meter and visual fault locator functionalities, the FTB-730 PON FTTx/MDU OTDR module allows fibre installers to seamlessly characterise splitters in PON FTTx and multiple dwelling unit (MDU) applications.
A truly fast and powerful multitechnology test platform built for today’s frontline technicians. The FTB-1 Pro is a light-weight, compact modular test platform allowing field technicians to carry out dedicated optical, Ethernet and multiservice test applications simply and efficiently, thanks to its ultra-powerful processing and highly intuitive interface. In today's connected world, the screen has become an intelligent tool to ensure seamless user experience: displaying data in high-resolution images and color, and above all, touch-sensitive. At EXFO, we have 30 years of industry-acclaimed expertise in making test sets that are the most adapted to your needs and requirements in the field. With the FTB-1 Pro, we are proud to bring you a state-of-the-art and easy-to-use interface, with multitouch capability on supported applications. It’s true power at your fingertips! Stay connected and productive while on the move with Windows-compatible applications and services. Technicians can use applications the way they always have: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other relied-on programs can be installed according to their requirements. With Windows 8.1 Pro, they will enjoy the best user experience with faster start times, multitasking, a familiar desktop, File Explorer and the Start button, and also take advantage of useful apps for everyone: Skype, OneDrive and the Windows Store. In addition, they’ll be able to easily connect a wide range of devices: printers, cameras, keyboards, mice, etc.
The FTB-500 provides boundless capabilities and expert multimodular platform design for true next-generation network testing. Shape it as you see fit. Massive processing power. Mix-and-match flexibility. Right out of multi-application wonderland. The FTB-500 platform brings you new, highly advanced applications and pushes your current ones’ efficiency to new heights. So go ahead: break new ground, set new test performance standards, tame new technologies. Benefit from an all-in-one platform that you can build around your most unique requirements. The FTB-500 can house any of EXFO’s FTB plug-and-play modules, enabling you to reconfigure your test solution as your test needs evolve. Combine physical and optical characterization applications with transport and datacom test modules covering next- generation 10G, 40G and 100G analysis. Distributed PMD analysis single-ended, span-by-span measurement of PMD, enabling targeted fiber upgrades and cost-effective deployment of 10, 40 and 100 Gbit/s transmission. Full fiber characterisation PMD, CD and OTDR testing combined in a single solution, for in-depth fiber characterisation. Run FastReporter post-processing software while performing your acquisitions, for faster data analysis and report generation—directly on-site.
The ongoing transition towards a converged network infrastructure for legacy DSn/PDH,ISDN,SONET/SDH,OTN, Fibre channel, CRPI and packet-based high speed ethernet services requires a test tool that is capable of covering a wide range of interfaces and rate without sacrificing portability, speed or cost. Leveraging the powerful, intelligent FTB-1 Pro handheld platform, the NetBlazer V2 series streamlines processes and empowers field technicians to test and validate DSn/PDH,ISDN,SONET/SDH,OTN, Fibre channel, CRPI and Ethernet circuits efficiently.
Using the MAX-800 Series, you can single-handedly scan the network and connect to any available EXFO datacom remote tester. Simply select the unit to be tested and choose whether you want traffic to be looped back via Smart Loopback or Dual Test Set for simultaneous bidirectional EtherSAM or RFC 2544 results. With this approach, you no longer need an additional technician at the far end to relay critical information—the MAX-800 Series modules take care of everything.
EXFO’s MaxTester 630 is the perfect tool for any service provider deploying multiplay services over single-pair or bonded ADSL2+ and/or VDSL2. Its small form factor, rugged design and easy-to-use menu make it the ideal tool for installation and repair technicians. With the MaxTester 630, the testing process is highly automated and technicians close their jobs quickly and efficiently. The large display of the MaxTester 630 makes it even more user-friendly, and when it comes to saving results, it provides technicians with many connectivity options for uploading tests and compiling reports.
EXFO’s MaxTester 635 is the perfect tool for any service provider deploying multiplay services over single-pair or bonded ADSL2+ and/or VDSL2. Its small form factor, rugged design and easy-to-use menus make it the ideal tool for installation and repair technicians. With the MaxTester 635, the testing process is highly automated and technicians close their jobs quickly and efficiently. The MaxTester 635’s large display makes it even more user-friendly, and when it comes to saving results, it provides technicians with many connectivity options for uploading tests and compiling reports.
The new FTB-4 Pro platform offers the industry’s smallest form factor for 100G commissioning, turn-up and troubleshooting and delivers unprecedented power, flexibility and scalability for tests in high speed networks, data centers and R&D labs. It is the only combined spectral and transport 100G solution of its kind on a single platform.
The FOT-600 Optical Loss Test Set is the ideal tool for network-link qualification. Designed for first-class ease of use, the FOT-600 features a pass/fail LED indicator; what’s more, it lets you set your own thresholds for absolute or relative loss measurements. Thanks to its memory capacity of 1000 data items and its built-in reporting software, the FOT-600 facilitates data management and enables data transfer to a PC via USB connection. Create and customize a complete test report, including certification of the link with pass/fail information.
FiberBasix 50 Handheld Testers deliver simple, accurate measurement of signal attenuation during fiber-optic cable installation. Buy the ELS-50 Light Source or EPM-50 Power Meter individually, or choose from five test kits designed for specific users/testing needs: LAN, outside plant, contractors, FTTH and CATV.
The iOptics—Intelligent Pluggable Optics test application was designed as the first tool that should be used to assess any transceiver being installed in a network element deployed in the field or lab environment, and serves to validate proper operation of the optical device. The iOptics test should be run in the following circumstances: › Prior to installation of a pluggable in a network element › Before the pluggable is used for a test › During troubleshooting activities (to con rm failure in suspicious devices) The test uses a physical ber loopback to validate the device signal continuity, integrity and excessive skew generation. Appropriate signal attenuation should be used to simulate network condition and protect the optical device.
OpticalRFTM is an easy-to-use solution that quickly identifies issues such as external RF interference, internal PIM and external PIM. Supported on the compact and powerful FTB-1 Pro platform, OpticalRFTM provides access to the RF signals through the digital CPRI link available at the BBU site (at the bottom of the tower or at the BBU hotel located kilometers away) – therefore eliminating unnecessary truck rolls and tower climbs. OpticalRFTM Highllights CPRI rate option from 2 to 7 (1.2 Gbit/s to 9.8 Gbit/s) Hardware-ready for CPRI rate option 9 (12.1 Gbit/s) Capture/replay RF spectrum with IQ recording capability Many RF spectrum options including waterfall, persistence, RBW, VBW, Min./Max./Avg. hold, etc… Remote connection and control capabilities allows multiple users to troubleshoot from any smart device or laptop Test solution supported on: FTB-870v2, FTB-880v2, FTB-870Q, FTB-880Q, FTB-720Gv2, FTB-730Gv2 and FTB-890NGE
FIELD TEST WORKFLOW AUTOMATION SOLUTION TestFlow efficiently and accurately orchestrates the flow of information throughout critical testing phases during the deployment of FTTA, DAS and FTTH networks. In short, it ensures compliance to test process and design thresholds, reduces times of installation and troubleshooting, and accelerates time-to-revenue. Get more business, do less admin Network transformations are driving fiber deeper everywhere. This means that good enough testing is no longer good enough – inefficient, error-prone manual processes will take their toll on revenues. Did you know that admin and reporting tasks can take up half of the time of technicians on a field job? On the backend, processing high volumes of test results also ties up a lot of management time. With more to do in less time, reviewing results is often what is ditched first. When spot-checking becomes the only option, it is vital that you can trust your results, your technicians and contractors. With TestFlow, complete jobs that would normally take you weeks in minutes.
The ongoing transition toward a converged network infrastructure for legacy DSn/PDH, ISDN, SONET/SDH, OTN, Fibre Channel, requires a test tool that can cover a wide range of interfaces and rates, without sacrificing portability, speed or cost. Leveraging the powerful, intelligent FTB-1 Pro handheld platform, the NetBlazer V2 Series streamlines processes and empowers field technicians to test and validate DSn/PDH, ISDN, SONET/SDH, OTN, Fibre Channel, common public radio interface (CPRI) and packet-based high-speed Ethernet services efficiently.
Industry’s smallest and most comprehensive fronthaul test solution. Leveraging the powerful and intelligent FTB-1 Pro handheld test platform, the FTB-700G V2 Series is an all-in-one test solution which combines connector endface inspection, fiber characterization testing, CPRI link validation, BBU emulation, RF spectrum analysis over CPRI and up to 10G Ethernet and SONET service validation, into a single module for unmatched operational efficiency. The FTB-700G V2 integrates all testing functionalities required to effectively activate, validate, troubleshoot and maintain fixed and mobile networks including: centralized RAN (C-RAN), distributed antenna system (DAS), small cells, fiber-to-the-X (FTTx), fronthaul, backhaul and data center networks.
› Truly scalable from one stand-alone unit to a centrally managed system, without the hassle of any upgrades › Adaptive technology that sets the best possible fault detection thresholds while reducing false positives; requires no OTDR experience or previous knowledge of the fiber under test › Add test ports without adding rack space › System is compliant with NEBSTM for 24/7 permanent installations › Fiber can be put on surveillance with just two clicks, upon commissioning or after repair › System remote diagnosis and management, as found in server equipment (BMC) › High OTDR performance throughout all operation ranges, as opposed to just the longest pulse width Self-Learning, Plug-and-Play Unit Fiber Guardian is a plug-and-play solution that is simple enough for beginners, yet powerful and flexible enough for experts. The unit does not require any additional infrastructure, i.e., no server or external PC—just a LAN/WAN connection and a web browser for remote access. If you have limited knowledge of the fault-detection thresholds required for a new fiber, simply select the appropriate sensitivity level desired—fine, normal or coarse—and Fiber Guardian will take care of the rest. A diagnostic process with adaptive learning algorithms optimally determines where your selected level of fault-detection thresholds can and cannot be applied on the trace. If you own a competing solution and are tired of it producing alarms for no reason, or annoyed by its lengthy and fully manual event-by- event threshold-setting process, Fiber Guardian is for you.
EXFO Connect completely redefines integrated testing with its cloud-hosted solution. Equipped with a powerful database and application technologies, EXFO Connect provides an automated, secure environment that links together your EXFO test instruments and centralizes captured data across your organization. With its powerful correlation engine, EXFO Connects enables you to convert captured data into actionable information through customized test-data reporting and features that streamline test operations from build-out to maintenance. Test Equipment Manager EXFO Connect’s Test Equipment Manager is an automated application that centralizes the management of all EXFO test instruments. It’s a repository for software loads, licenses and platform profiles to help managers handle constant demands for software updates. It keeps track of equipment and ensures field technicians are equipped with up-to-date capabilities. Test Data Manager TDM is an automated application that provides a secure and centralized environment in which test data is collected, archived and referenced for future use. With test results at their fingertips, managers can create birth certificates, generate reports and set benchmarks. Plus, with database backup, no data is ever lost.
Optimised for Multimode and Singlemode access network testing
Scalable, open platform: multipurpose solution ready to evolve as your network transforms with active assurance (L3–L7) and active testing capabilities including an extensive catalog of 140 tests. Simple to use, pocket-sized solution: quickly and accurately tests full line rate Gigabit Ethernet speeds. Carrier-grade quality: dedicated FPGA-powered hardware in a rugged, battery-operated solution with repeatable and extremely reliable test metrics. Untethered testing experience: technicians get extended battery life and escape the confines of harsh testing environments by connecting to their Android device using Bluetooth® low energy technology. Efficient job close-out: automated report generation (PDF or CSV files uploaded by email or shared using EXFO Connect client service). Ideal companion for your activation tool kit: combine with an optical power meter, fiber inspection probe (FIP) or copper/DSL tester to cover turn up of all essential FTTx or business services.
Testing MPO and MTP connectorized links can be tricky when using legacy processes and equipment, that’s why we’ve come up with a versatile, scalable and automated solution to meet today’s network challenges. Faster-than-ever testing Automate test sequences with a push of a button thanks to the intelligent multifiber algorithm (iMF) feature. Versatile solution Test, certify, and troubleshoot single-fiber and multifiber with the same equipment set.
Automated and fumble-free Automatically inspect multifiber connectors without the hassle of manipulating scanning knobs. Right the first time No repeats, no missed fibers, no confusion. View and validate all fibers on the first try. Find dirty connectors—fast Chances are that at least one of your multifiber connectors is dirty. Inspect quickly and easily using a tool specifically designed for accessing dense panels and minimizing inspection time. No more excuses for blind connections!
The MPC-100 is an innovative optical power checker enabling smart device connectivity via Bluetooth®. Paired with the FIP-425B or FIP-435B Wi-Fi inspection probes, this easy-to-use power checker lets you take full advantage of smart device connectivity. You can manage all your results in one place and lower the cost of ownership by utilizing your smart device to its full potential.
Adapted for dedicated applications. Dedicated to helping you adapt. The FTB-1 version 2, available in standard (FTB-1v2) or Pro (FTB-1 Pro) models, is a light-weight compact test platform allowing field technicians to carry out dedicated optical, Ethernet, multiservice and radio frequency (RF) interference test applications simply and efficiently, thanks to its ultra-powerful processing and highly intuitive interface. Supports two of the following modules for ultimate adaptability: FTBx-720C (OTDR) FTBx-730C (OTDR) FTBx-735C (OTDR) FTBx-740C (OTDR) FTBx-750C (OTDR) FTBx-8880* (10G module) FTBx-8870* (10G module) FTBx-88200NGE* (100G module)
One software does it all FastReporter equips you with the right post-processing functionalities to overcome the challenges of analyzing fiber-optic test and measurement data, whatever the application. Designed for off-line or live analysis of field-acquired data, FastReporter has a highly intuitive interface for ease of use. With a single software to manage data and generate reports for all your optical-layer test applications, you are on the right path towards high efficiency and productivity. That’s not all. FastReporter is now included in EXFO’s TestFlow–an innovative cloud-based field test management solution. You can now benefit from faster job completion thanks to the automated diagnosis of measurements and batch results analysis.
What it does, how it works iOLM is an innovative OTDR-based application that uses multipulse acquisitions and advanced algorithms to deliver information on every element in the link with the following advantages: Provides one-touch, automatic analysis and clear link view display Minimizes training and avoids misconfiguration via automatic parameter settings and clear go/no-go results Turns complex OTDR information into simple and accurate analysis via Link-Aware™ technology Identifies each event on the network and obtains straightforward fiber link status via Optical Link View Provides prompt diagnosis enabling network issues to be fixed quickly and efficiently Generates OTDR trace files (.sor) Dynamic multipulse acquisition Adjusts test parameters dynamically for ANY link under test using a mix of short, medium and long pulses. Intelligent trace analysis Based on the multiple acquisitions and with the help of advanced algorithms, iOLM can detect more events with maximum resolution. All results in a single view Results are displayed in an icon-based fiber-link view to quickly assess an event's pass/fail status per standard selected, removing risk of misinterpretation. Comprehensive diagnosis Delivers an analysis of failed events and suggests solutions; guides the technicians in fixing the fault quickly and successfully.
Measuring polarization mode dispersion the fast way Polarization mode dispersion (PMD) represents a significant danger to both legacy and newly deployed networks because high PMD can induce Bit Error Rate (BER). EXFO’s FTB- 5500B PMD Analyzer helps you get ahead in the field. Whether you need to verify the capacity of legacy fiber or upgrade a network to any speed, the modular FTB-5500B is fast, reliable and ready to go. Designed for ultra-longhaul and 40/100 Gbit/s (and higher) applications, EXFO’s FTB-5500B PMD and FTB-5800 CD analyzer combo provides you with the speed, accuracy and high performance you need to ensure high-quality network services. Housed in the expert FTB-500 platform, the FTB-5500B and FTB-5800 test modules survive splashes, knocks and drops—ideal for CO and field conditions.
Optimizing installed fibre infrastructure With the prohibitive cost of installing new fiber, service providers often prefer to use installed fiber rather than build new infrastructure. Sometimes, older fibers might have been deemed unusable because of poor performance, in particular due to PMD. In other cases, a lower data rate might have been chosen (e.g. 2.5G) because a fiber with high PMD was considered unsuitable for fast data rates (e.g. 10G). That was before distributed PMD analysis. This innovative PMD measurement method enables service providers to leverage the installed fiber infrastructure to its full potential. Since traditional PMD measurement techniques only provide a total end-to-end value compared against Pass/Fail thresholds, it used to be impossible to determine what caused a link to “fail” its PMD test, i.e., the whole link, or only localized sections. The distributed PMD analysis approach was developed to avoid such grey areas, and to help network operators tackle the PMD assessment challenge. Measuring PMD as a function of the distance EXFO’s FTB-5600 is the very first quantitative distributed PMD analyzer on the market. The technological breakthrough on which it is based provides operators with a cost-effective, time-efficient alternative to costly network upgrades. By breaking down the PMD measurement results, distributed PMD analysis pinpoints high-PMD sections and accurately qualifies them.
New market reality requires a new CD/PMD testing approach The high-speed networking market has been trying to reconcile two conflicting objectives: deliver the faster data rates—10G, 40G and 100G—demanded by subscribers, and keep OPEX down to maintain profitability. Most network operators are well on their way to achieving the first objective, thanks to new fiber deployments and new technology advances such as coherent detection, DPSK/DQPSK and ROADM-based mesh networks. However, the additional field work—installation, activation as well as the greater dispersion granularity now required—can push operation expenses in the wrong direction. These new requirements force operators to retain the services of more field crews, potentially reducing the average expertise level of technicians and increasing the rate of repeat jobs. In a nutshell, network operators must absorb more CAPEX to equip their additional technicians, and even more importantly, they must absorb more truck rolls and OPEX. The good news is, the aforementioned technology advances are making next-generation high-speed network increasingly tolerant to dispersion, shifting the focus of the test instrument toward built-in intelligence, simpler setups and automated test sequences that generate results that are immediately accurate. EXFO’s FTB-5700 was designed to deliver exactly that, adding an exclusive, game-changing feature—single-endedness, which in itself dramatically cuts truck rolls. The FTB-5700 is a lightweight unit that: Enables single-ended testing, market-exclusive feature Allows one technician to test both CD and PMD Offers a fully automated, highly intelligent interface—no training required Minimizes manual intervention, for fail-safe results Reduces required connections to just one Leads to faster time-to-revenue The only single-ended PMD and CD analyzer on the market Combining PMD and CD into one test solution that enables technicians to characterize multiple links from a single location, the FTB-5700 is built specifically for today’s high-speed network reality. Its highly intelligent interface and functionalities ensure that test parameters are automatically optimized, whatever the link. Additional key features: Groundbreaking single-ended testing technology reduces both the testing time and operational expenses (OPEX) Highly robust technology for underground and aerial fiber Network recognition: unit automatically adopts the proper parameter setups Link-length measurement Complies with ITU G.650.3 fiber testing standard and FOTP-243 and FOTP-175B standards Chromatic dispersion testing in raman deployments Raman is now an integral part of most coherent system deployments. To optimize Raman gain and efficiency, the fiber type of the effective area must be known. While it is known in most greenfield deployments, the same cannot be said for brownfield. When in doubt, the fiber type can be determined using the FTB-5700: lambda zero, CD slope and coefficient at 1550 nm. The FTB-5700 is uniquely positioned to take these measurements, and since it is single-ended, you will save on OPEX. Plus, the unit will calculate the fiber length for an accurate slope and coefficient measurement. Single-ended testing: driving OPEX down in a hurry In typical dual-ended dispersion testing scenarios, a technician has to be present at each fiber end. EXFO’s single-ended solution speeds up the process in two ways. First, engineer A does not have to wait for engineer B to arrive at the other end of the link with the light source. And second, fibers can be tested in multiple directions, turning a job that could take hours into one that takes minutes while reducing truck rolls and OPEX. EXFO’s single-ended solution speeds up the process in two ways. First, engineer A does not have to wait for engineer B to arrive at the other end of the link with the light source. And second, fibers can be tested in multiple directions, turning a job that could take hours into one that takes minutes while reducing truck rolls and OPEX.
Characterizing chromatic dispersion in the field Chromatic dispersion (CD) causes pulse broadening and can have a very negative impact on transmission performance by increasing the Bit Error Rate. EXFO’s FTB-5800 CD Analyzer offers high performance in a field-ready unit for all chromatic dispersion testing situations. Combining CD and PMD for precise link characterization Designed for ultra-longhaul and 40/100 Gbit/s applications, EXFO’s FTB-5500B PMD and FTB-5800 CD analyzer combo provides you with the speed, accuracy and high performance you need to ensure high-quality network services. Housed in the expert FTB-500 platform, the FTB-5500B and FTB-5800 test modules survive splashes, knocks and drops—ideal for CO and field conditions.
High modulation The FLS-5834A’s high modulation makes it a perfect complement to the FTB-5800 Chromatic Dispersion Analyzer, whose technology is based on the phase-shift method. This first-class duo lets you run chromatic dispersion (CD) measurements through amplifiers such as EDFAs, providing the highest accuracy in field CD testing. High degree of polarization When you need a broadband, highly polarized source for measuring PMD, turn to the FLS-5834A. Test PMD through EDFAs by combining the FLS-5834A with the patent-design breakthrough technology of the FTB-5500B PMD Analyzer.
Get ready to test your next-generation 100G network The growing demand for more bandwidth and the proliferation of data centers and inter-data-center connectivity is fueling the growth of 100G networks. Network equipment manufacturers (NEMs) are responding with solutions that are better suited to the mass deployment of 100G in the network with the inclusion of high-speed pluggable CFP4 and QSFP28 interfaces that lower costs and offer increased port density. EXFO’s FTBx-88200NGE Power Blazer is the first test solution to offer integrated CFP4 and QSFP28 interfaces, making it ready for the 100G network evolution. Optical transport testing Complete OTN and SONET/SDH overhead manipulation and monitoring for advanced testing and troubleshooting. Advanced Multichannel OTN tool, which supports single-stage multiplexing from ODU0 to ODU4 with the support of 80 concurrent channels, including channelized service disruption measurement of all channels. ODUflex, which provides a future-proof solution to transporting any client signal at any rate. Ethernet and SONET/SDH mapping over OTU3/OTU4, enabling NEMs to qualify their 40G/100G transponder development (e.g., mapping and demapping capabilities), as well as client-signal timing transparency. Delay measurement for OTN, SONET/SDH and Ethernet traffic across all supported testing interfaces. Ethernet performance assessment Ethernet traffic generation and monitoring to simultaneously simulate and qualify different applications. EtherSAM, an ITU-T Y.1564 Ethernet service activation methodology that comprises a service configuration test and service performance test for comprehensive field testing of mobile backhaul and commercial services, as well as QoS validation for better troubleshooting. iSAM, an intelligent service activation methodology providing simplified ITU-T Y.1564 and RFC 6349 testing. RFC 6349 test methodology for validation of end-to-end TCP service, helping to correctly locate and diagnose issues as they arise. Rapid diagnostic test tools Per-wavelength laser control and power measurements to catch high power levels that could damage circuits or low power that may result in signal degradation. Per-lane frequency and offset measurements to determine network health prior to BER testing during 40G/100G network commissioning. IP connectivity tools, including a ping tool that verifies whether a user can reach a specific address within or outside of a subnetwork. 100G Through mode testing tool that sectionalizes traffic between networks and customer premises equipment by transparently monitoring Ethernet traffic between two endpoints. Advanced troubleshooting tools Packet capturing tool offering comprehensive filtering, triggering and truncation methods to target specific traffic and quickly pinpoint issues in either the lab or in the field. Advanced traffic filtering through up to four trigger fields and operands for troubleshooting of particular traffic flows. iOptics—Intelligent Pluggable Optics test application: this first-alert test can be used in the field or lab environment to efficiently evaluate proper operation of an optical device with minimal user configuration required. Push data to the cloud and get connected EXFO TFv—Test Function Virtualization, including FTB Anywhere floating licenses and FTB OnDemand time-based licenses to scale testing requirements to specific needs EXFO Connect to push and store test data content automatically in the cloud, streamlining test operations from the build-out to maintenance phases.
The FTBx-735C has been designed to test FTTH/PON networks and longer links in the metro range. This OTDR has 42 dB of dynamic range to test up to 150 km of optical fiber. The PON-optimized performances of the FTBx-735C enable it to fully characterize links up to a 1:128 FTTH/PON splitter ratio. With its high dynamic range, the FTBx-735C empowers technicians to test optical fibers with greater speed and accuracy. The FTBx-735C advantage The industry’s highest resolution for PON testing and the shortest PON dead zone to detect more problems closer to the splitter. High resolution for maximum fiber characterization on long links up to 150 km. Ideal to support bidirectional testing.
This series includes one CWDM tunable OTDR module to cover all 18 CWDM channels from a single port and one DWDM tunable OTDR module to cover DWDM C-Band channels. This solution is available in the FTB-1 V2, FTB-2 and FTB-4 platforms. The 740C xWDM OTDR series has been designed with EXFO’s renowned high-quality standards to stabilize central wavelength under test, preventing any drift/leakage into adjacent channels, which would otherwise affect other valuable customers. This OTDR is a scalable solution that can grow with your network by adding channels further down the road, hence allowing CAPEX reduction while covering your current and future needs. The OTDR’s user-friendly interface lets the technician define a list of favorite channels over the C-Band (DWDM) or CWDM grid (CWDM) for quicker access and a more efficient test routine. CWDM and DWDM: the answer to future bandwidth growth CWDM and DWDM are gaining popularity for passive C-RAN or commercial services deployments such as fiber deep, Remote PHY and metro Ethernet in which each wavelength can address a specific site, such as a cell tower. Both CWDM and DWDM approaches are not mutually exclusive and co-exist in hybrid passive networks that feature DWDM over CWDM to maximize fiber capacity. Use a xWDM tunable OTDR for: Single-ended CWDM/DWDM fiber characterization, Validating the continuity and end-to-end loss through MUX, OADM and DEMUX, during construction, In-service testing using the client’s wavelengths port—without any downtime or impacting other client wavelengths, Troubleshooting and characterization by a single operator from the head-end
The FTBx-750C is an OTDR with a high dynamic range of 46 dB and is designed to characterize metro and long-haul networks. With its industry-leading level of resolution, the FTBx-750C is ideal to test long links and perform bidirectional measurements on transmission cables for highly accurate fiber characterization. The FTBx-750C advantage Most efficient testing solution for long-haul cable characterization Maximum fault-finding capability and powerful bidirectional measuring ability with the iOLM Compact platform for ease of use in the field
The FTB-7600E OTDR: for powerful ultra-long-haul testing When distance is an issue, the FTB-7600E OTDR, with a dynamic range of up to 50.5 dB, is the solution. Taking full advantage of EXFO’s industry-leading expertise in OTDR development, this module can test over distances of up to 200 km. Thanks to its unmatched linearity of ±0.03 dB/dB, this OTDR accurately locates faults on ultra-long links—without compromising on resolution and distance. It is offered in single and dual wavelength configurations (1310/1550/1625 nm). This combination of quality and power makes the FTB-7600E an excellent choice for companies deploying and maintaining ultra-long-haul networks.
Automated, all-in-one solution to validate MPO/MTP® fiber optic links of any type, including MPO 12 and MPO 24 singlemode or multimode cables as well as APC or UPC and male or female connectors. Test now or put your network at risk Multifibre push-on (MPO) connectors are increasingly popular because they provide many advantages to high-speed network operators, owners and installation companies. They are used to connect the fastest links that deliver the most sensitive of services and data to customers, enable high-speed interconnects and create redundancy. Increasingly, telcos are also reconfiguring their central offices into data centers (CORDs) and deploying MPO cables with 12, but more and more, 24 fibers. When not properly tested, multifiber links can put the entire health of a network at risk. Without proper validation, CORD operators may end up having to pull the plug on critical lines at the same time for troubleshooting. Traditional methods fall short Traditional multifiber testing solutions often fall short on design or price, can’t perform all three critical tests or don’t offer analysis and reporting capabilities. Customers are left choosing between solutions that are either too much for what they really need (and too expensive) or sorely lacking in features and fit. What's more, they often have to buy different units to get the job done. To avoid downtime, techs need simple, easy-to-use tools—and a clear, reliable method—to get essential testing required done quickly and accurately. One solution, three essential MPO tests The ConnectorMax MPO Link Test Solution takes the three essential tests needed to validate MPO links—polarity, continuity and connector cleanliness—and combines them into one automated solution. It pairs a light source at one end of the cable with a fiber inspection probe for analysis at the other end—a first in the industry. The solution brings together the ConnectorMax Multifiber Source with the ConnectorMax Fiber Inspection Probe to deliver a quick and easy-to-use solution that validates the polarity type, continuity and connector cleanliness of MPO fiber optic links. It provides a fit for purpose solution that helps our customers test and turn up networks right the first time—making deployments faster, more efficient and cost effective. As many customers already own an EXFO probe, this solution is highly economical. Not only do field technicians already benefit from the best MPO inspection tool on the market that eradicates the number one cause of network failures (contaminated connectors), it now enables them to check polarity and continuity, in just about the same time as inspection alone. Results are loaded in the ConnectorMax Analysis Software, an app for mobile devices providing clear pass/fail status and reporting functions, making it easy for technicians to perform and view the results of all three of these tests on the spot. Validate polarity, continuity and connector cleanliness Polarity-type validation During installation, MPO connectors must be properly aligned and mated—not as simple as it sounds. Ensuring accurate polarity for MPO fiber array cables is a big deal and can be complicated to manage due to multiple polarity schemes available for these connectors and polarity flipping during connecting and installation. Polarity validation is proving especially critical with the new MPO connectors that enable polarity reconfiguration in the field. Validating the polarity type would ensure that the signal path is the expected one and that the proper Tx will talk to the right Rx. Continuity confirmation Confirming the continuity of a link ensures that there is no break and that light travels properly all the way to the end of the link under test. It’s a quick continuity test for cables that, when done at time of installation, can save a lot of time in potential troubleshooting later. Connector inspection With the contaminated connectors being the number one cause of network failure, connector inspection is a priority. Bad connectors are the main cause of loss for cables and short links up to 5 km and the impact is even greater for MPO links where a single dirty or damaged connector can affect as many as 12 or 24 fibers. Solution benefits Reduce OPEX Reduce OPEX Save time: get a clear pass/fail diagnosis of the problem, whether it is polarity, continuity or connector cleanliness, using one test Save time: get a complete report with a single click Reduce CAPEX Reduce CAPEX Stop wasting expensive MPO patch cords that are in perfect condition Avoid spending money on overkill products that provide more information than required for the task Invest in a single solution to perform all tests—no need for different testers to test different types of MPO cables Accelerate and increase revenue Accelerate and increase revenue With MPO links containing multiple fibers, turning down a link for troubleshooting can effect multiple clients and create customer churn. Using EXFO’s ConnectorMax solution will ensure links are valid and network downtime minimized.
To provide the right speeds to the right customers, communications service providers (CSPs) are deploying next-gen and legacy passive optical network (PON) technologies by overlaying multiple new wavelengths on existing fibers. This brings new challenges for quick and accurate testing during the critical service activation phase: CSPs need power meters capable of testing next-gen and legacy PON technologies, and their field teams need to be sure they are correctly testing the right technology. The PPM-350D was designed to tackle both challenges head-on with its unique PON-aware™ technology. Developed in partnership with a Tier 1 CSP, the PPM-350D PON Power Meter automatically detects and adapts test parameters for the PON technology in use at the customer premises, eliminating costly guesswork by field technicians. As a result, service providers can deploy faster, cut activation costs and boost customer satisfaction.
