The Definitive Handheld OTDR for FTTx Testing

  The Definitive Handheld OTDR for FTTx Testing AXS-100Compact, lightweight handheld OTDR optimized for access/FTTx network testing

Ø          Top user-friendliness: one-button testing, combined with EXFOs proprietary FTTx software package (macrobend/fault finder, pass/fail indicators)

Ø          Multiple options, including power meter, visual fault locator (VFL), fiber inspection probe, printer and IP testing

Ø          Fault Finder mode, for quick identification/location of a fiber break

Ø          Complete connectivity flexibility: USB stick compatibility and USB cable data download via ActiveSync*

Ø          Advanced TFT transflective color display, for assured legibility under direct sunlight or in other demanding outside conditions

Ø          Handheld, small, lightweight unit: 1 kg (2.2 lb)

Ø          Built-in ruggedness for outside-plant usage

Ø          Troubleshooting option, enabling in-service, out-of-band network testing

EXFOs AXS-100 Access OTDR combines the industrys leading OTDR technology with power meter functiona lities in one powerful handheld unit.Optimized for testing passive optical networks (PON) within FTTx architectures, it offers several wavelength configurations and a wide range of options, for first-class flexibility. Use it at the optical network terminal(ONT), drop terminal or fiber distribution hub (FDH) for FTTH distribution(F2) fiber characterization, troubleshooting and fault locating.

Access NetworksBringing New Testing Requirements

FTTx networks are becoming a worldwide solution for offering high-speed triple-play services, as carriers must ensure the same level of reliability and availability as that of traditional twisted-pair copper-based access networks.

Increased fiber deployment within access networks brings new requirements and the need for highly efficient testing strategies. As most of the work is performed in ever-changing outside conditions (cold/warm/hot, day/night,etc.), working space is often limited and access technicians are getting acquainted with the latest FTTx technologies, choosing a simple, reliable testing tool is key.