Fluke Networks OFP-200-S OptiFiber Pro HDR OTDR Module

 Fluke Networks OptiFiber Pro HDR OTDR Module

Troubleshoot and Document Fiber Faster

Fluke Networks' OptiFiber Pro Series OTDRs are designed to make every level of user more efficient whether working in data centers, outside plant, FTTx or PON applications. Novice users can set up and shoot traces in no time by using the Auto OTDR function which analyzes the fiber under test and then chooses appropriate settings. The EventMap™ feature analyzes traces like an expert, calculating overall loss and reflectance, indicating events such as splices, splitters bends and connectors. Experts can use these settings as the starting point for the Expert Manual Mode to experiment with the trace and uncover details of interest. OptiFiber Pro features an advanced touchscreen interface with pinch and zoom for analysis that's not only deep, but simple to master.

OptiFiber Pro's patented SmartLoop™ capability enables automated testing and analysis of two fibers in a single test in compliance with standards requirements. Not only does this cut the testing time by at least half, but it also allows the tech to immediately see bi-directional averaged test results without moving the OTDR to the far end or using external software.

As a member of the of the Versiv family, OptiFiber Pro offers a single user interface to cover a wide variety of fiber types and wavelengths: 850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625 nm along with optional modules for copper and Tier 1 (optical loss) certification and fiber inspection. A single report for an entire job can quickly be generated for all supported media types using the industry standard LinkWare software.

Unique features:

• Taptive user interface puts advanced data analysis, easy set-up and operation at the fingertips of of technicians of all skill levels.
• SmartLoop OTDR enables automated testing and analysis of two fibers in a single test, eliminating the need to travel to the far end of the connection to perform tests.
• Multiple wavelengths support a variety of applications: 850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm.
• Splitter detection for automated discovery of splitters. Up to 3 cascaded splitters may be found or manually configured.
• Macrobend detection for automatic identification of bends.
• Expert Manual Mode – simplifies experimentation which allows you to zero in on the part of the trace that interests you.
• Ability to edit or add events – Add 0 dB events, such as perfect splices, not seen by the OTDR or change an event to the correct type: APC connector, a splice or loss event.
• Span a portion of a link – allows you to select a segment of fiber for analysis within a longer segment. Span allows you to test only the portion for which you are responsible.
• Stackable results and batch processing of traces. When testing many identical fibers at a time, batch processing allows users to look at multiple traces and stack them to spot differences and/or batch edit events quickly.
• Compatible with LinkWare™ Live. LinkWare Live enables you to easily track job progress, get real-time access to test results to quickly fix problems in the field, and easily transfer and consolidate test results from the tester to LinkWare™ PC Cable Test Management Software.

Performance:

• Test times as short as two seconds in Quick Test mode.
• Quickly test datacenter fiber with pre-programmed settings.
• Auto OTDR modes analyze fiber runs to set key parameters: Range, Pulse Width, and Averaging Time, enabling any user to test like an expert. Expert Manual Mode allows users to easily modify these parameters to zero in on important details.
• Troubleshoot datacenter fiber links with short patch cables and many connectors because of ultra short dead zones.
• Easily characterize all connectors, splices and areas of high loss with graphical EventMap view.
• Pass/Fail certification of fiber optic connector endfaces.
• Document-only reporting for OSP applications.
• ProjX management system increases return on investment by reducing errors.
• Reduce network downtime by quickly and precisely identifying faults on all fiber types.
• Built-in Visual Fault Locator (VFL) easily identifies damaged fibers.

Standards:

• Full OTDR capability that certifies fiber performance based on industry standards or customer specifications
• Complaint with ISO and TIA standards

High Dynamic Range (HDR) Modules for Outside Plant Applications

OptiFiber Pro HDR has a dynamic range up to 42 dB and adds new wavelengths for outside plant/FTTx/PON testing requirements. Three wavelength combinations are available depending upon your requirements:

• 1310 / 1550 nm
• 1310 / 1490 / 1550 nm
• 1310 / 1550 / 1625 nm

Splitter detection

OptiFiber Pro HDR is optimized for FTTx/PON testing through splitters. 1x16 and 1x32 are most commonly found today but OptiFiber Pro HDR is future proofed for testing even nx128 splitters. With its Discover function, you can automatically locate splitters and their ratios. Up to 3 cascaded splitters can be configured in the setup.

OptiFiber Pro HDR provides two PON test suites: Auto PON OTDR and Manual PON OTDR:

• Auto PON OTDR – The tester automatically selects settings that give you the best view of the events on OSP (outside plant) cabling. The tester automatically uses the DISCOVER function to identify splitters. This mode is the easiest to use and is the best choice for most applications.
• Manual PON OTDR – This mode lets you select settings to control the parameters of the trace. You can also enter the ratios of splitters that you know are on the link or use the DISCOVER function to locate splitters and identify their ratios.

·         Macrobend detection

·         A bend in a fiber cable, if pulled around a sharp corner for instance, allows light to escape from the fiber’s core. The resulting macrobend may be a risk for mechanical or optical failure. OptiFiber Pro automatically identifies bends and their location by comparing the loss of an event at multiple wavelengths.

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