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The OFL 200 OTDR sets new standards for size, weight, ease-of-use, and value
in a telco/broadband OTDR. Smaller than many optical loss test sets, the OFL 200
has the range, features, and price to make it the perfect OTDR for outside plant
crews installing and maintaining optical fiber cables in broadband, metro,
access, and FTTH networks. Unlike ‘optical fault locators’, which detect only
reflective events, the OFL 200 is a true OTDR, which detects fiber backscatter
as well as fresnel reflections. Thus, the OFL 200 can locate reflective and
non-reflective breaks, including those caused by crushed fibers. In addition,
the OFL 200 provides an integrated 650 nm visual fault locator (VFL) for
shortdistance troubleshooting and fiber tracing.
In its [Full Auto] mode, the OFL 200 measures fiber length and sets range,
pulse width, and averaging time automatically. [Full Auto] mode is ideal for
operators not familiar with OTDRs. [Semi Auto] mode allows the user to set range
while the OFL 200 sets all other parameters. [Manual] mode is available for
experienced users. [Live] mode is provided for first connector checking and
troubleshooting.
The fast change switchable adapter allows the OTDR to interface launch cables
with a variety of connector styles. The OFL 200 can internally store up to 48
traces. Using the supplied serial cable, saved traces can be transferred to a PC
for archiving, printing, and analyzing with the supplied Trace600 Windows®
software. Test results are stored in Bellcore [*.sor] GR-196 Version 1.1
format.
Features & Applications:
- Rugged, handheld, lightweight
- Designed for field use
- 1550 or 1625 nm single-mode OTDR
- Locates reflective and non-reflective breaks
- Built-in 650 nm visual fault locator (VFL) with universal adapter
- Switchable OTDR port adapter
- Cursor and zoom controls to measure event loss, reflectance, and location
- Automatic, semi-automatic, and manual setup modes
- Launch level connection quality indicator
- Large LCD with Backlight
- Free Windows® compatible software to view, print, and archive test records
- Rechargeable NiMH battery pack, AC adapter, or optional AA alkaline
- Wide temperature range: -10 to + 50°C
Specifications:
| Emitter type |
Laser |
| Safety class |
Class I, FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 &
1040.11 |
| Center wavelength (nominal) |
1550 nm |
1625 nm |
| Dynamic range (SNR = 1) |
24 dB @ 10 µs, 3 min. test |
23 dB @ 10 µs, 3 min. test |
| Maximum fi ber length |
70 km |
| Event dead zone |
2 m typical / 3 m maximum |
| Attenuation dead zone |
14 m typical / 18 m maximum |
| Number of data points |
4000 on ranges > 4 km |
| Resolution |
1 m on ranges > 4 km; Range / 4,000
on ranges > 4 km |
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