Fiber Monitoring Applications and Solutions Brochure

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Fiber Optics

VeEX's optical test and measurement solutions are optimized for today's FTTx, xPON, DWDM, CWDM and Metro networks and are perfectly suited for demanding outside plant environments. The fast growing optical product range complements existing VeEX Transmission and Ethernet testing solutions for Core, Node, Datacenter, Transport, Metro, Access, and Business Services.

OPTICAL TIME DOMAIN REFLECTOMETERS (OTDRS)

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Fiber Optic Multimeter

Compact, rugged optical fiber multimeter for novice and service activation technicians to certify optical links within 30 seconds, with single fiber connection. Press Start and let our smart V-Scout link mapping technology with in-line OPM for single or dual PON 1490/1577 nm signals do all the work for you. Fiber inspection scopes are also available.

PON or Point-to-Point Mini OTDR

Standard OTDR or PON optimized OTDR with up to 256,000 data points and 3 cm resolution, the FX150+ mini OTDR offers superior measurement accuracy for installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of FTTx, Mobile FrontHaul/BackHaul and Metro fiber networks. The compact, lightweight test set can be incorporated with power meter, light source, fiber inspection probe and VFL test options which add exceptional versatility to the unit.

OTDR Module

The MTTplus-410+ Fiber Optics test module for the VeEX® MTTplus platform now has up to 500,000 data points with 3 cm resolution. The MTTplus-410+ supports a full range of test functions including OTDR, OPM, Light Source and VFL. GPS coordinates and images can be embedded into the OTDR sor files and PDF test report provided the MTTplus platform is configured with GPS and Camera options. Fiberizer® software for Windows® Desktop, Android™, and/or Apple® mobile devices is available to assist in data transfer, record management, and report generation for various VeEX fiber optics testers. View the Fiberizer webpage for more details.

xWDM OTDR Module for RXT-1200

The new RXT-4113+ is our latest generation xWDM OTDR module. Users can now select CWDM, DWDM, combo CWDM+DWDM or DWDM+Legacy optical configurations. Advanced hardware and powerful software supports the testing of both xWDM, Grey optics and single stage PON network architectures. Precise wavelength tuning, 3 cm resolution and up to 500,000 data points offers unprecedented network characterization.

OTDR Module for RXT-1200

The RXT-4100+ Fiber Optics test module is the world’s first field portable OTDR to offer up to 500,000 data points with 3 cm resolution. The RXT-4100+ OTDR modules feature a range of Optical test functions including OTDR, OPM, Light Source and VFL. Multi-protocol OTN, SDH/SONET, Ethernet, Fibre Channel and Synchronous Packet Networks utilizing optical fibers can easily be verified as well as OSA testing on CWDM/DWDM network with a single test platform ensuring maximum test productivity. Fiberizer® software for Windows® Desktop, Android™, and/or Apple® mobile devices is available to assist in data transfer, record management, and report generation for various VeEX fiber optics testers.

Mini OTDR

The OPX-BOXe is an ultra-compact, OTDR designed to operate remotely using Fiberizer® software. The unit can be controlled via WiFi, Bluetooth or USB from iOS, Linux or Android devices.

OTDR option for TX300s Family

The Fiber Optics test option for the VeEX® VePAL TX300s adds a full range of Optical test features that support OTDR, OPM, Light Source and VFL. Together with Advanced OTN, SDH/SONET, PDH/DSn, Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and Synchronous Packet Networks support, the TX300s offers a complete network test solution from physical layer up to higher layers of multi-service performance testing.

xPON/FTTx

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PON Analyzer and Multi-Gig Service Test Set/PON Analyzer

The Next Generation FX120 is an all-in-one advanced PON analyzer with a native RJ45 port and an SFP+ cage to support Layer 4+ testing. Ideal for service technicians tasked with service activation and resolving complaints, the FX120 monitors activation process by displaying downstream/upstream power levels as well as OLT/ONT IDs and status and TC-Sync. Certify QoE using optional Speed Test and V-PERF to check internet connectivity and speed up to 10 Gbps. Optional end of fiber detection feature allows technicians to check drop cables length before testing.

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Selective PON Optical Power Meter for G-PON and XGS-PON

Provides fast, simple, and precise measurement of G-PON and XGS-PON downstream signals. Miniature filters ensure each wavelength is measured accurately. The tester is well suited for installation, service verification, and troubleshooting of co-existent networks, including IEEE based E-PON and 10G-EPON deployments.

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Fiber Optic Multimeter

Compact, rugged optical fiber multimeter for novice and service activation technicians to certify optical links within 30 seconds, with single fiber connection. Press Start and let our smart V-Scout link mapping technology with in-line OPM for single or dual PON 1490/1577 nm signals do all the work for you. Fiber inspection scopes are also available.

PON or Point-to-Point Mini OTDR

Standard OTDR or PON optimized OTDR with up to 256,000 data points and 3 cm resolution, the FX150+ mini OTDR offers superior measurement accuracy for installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of FTTx, Mobile FrontHaul/BackHaul and Metro fiber networks. The compact, lightweight test set can be incorporated with power meter, light source, fiber inspection probe and VFL test options which add exceptional versatility to the unit.

1G/10G/25G PON OPM

Optical power meter for installation, service activation and troubleshooting of B/GPON, XG(S)-PON, 25G PON, EPON and 10G-EPON fiber networks. Pass-through design to measure multiple downstream and upstream signals simultaneously for ONU/ONT verification or non-pass through/terminated OLT verification.

GPON Test Module

The new MTTplus-420 GPON test module for the VeEX® MTTplus platform is designed for service activation at the ONT location. The unit checks optical power levels and non-intrusively decodes the messages exchanged between the OLT and ONT allowing technicians to perform advanced troubleshooting.

Remote Fiber Test Unit & Optical Switches

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Remote Fiber Test System (RFTS)

The Remote Fiber Test System (RFTS) comprises the RTU-4000 platform with the RTU-4100 OTDR optical test module. The RFTS monitors optical fiber infrastructures in Core, Metro, Access and FTTx/PON networks, improving workflow and reducing Mean Time to Repair (MTTR). The RFTS can be operated in standalone mode or as part of a centralized Monitoring System.

VeSion | New

Optical Test Switch Series

The OXC-4000 series switches are designed specifically for testing fiber dense networks and can be controlled directly by the RTU/RFTS test probe or remotely via VeEX's VeSion server. It can be easily cascaded to allow a single RTU to monitor up to 4608 fiber ports. The OXC-4000 can be located with the RTU or even off-site at nodes with multiple fiber branching and controlled over ethernet.

VeSion

Fiber Optics Access Switch

VeEX® OXA-4000 series optical test access unit is used with the RTU-4000 fiber probe to support network monitoring of dark or in-service fiber networks. The OXA-4000 provides reliable, fast, and repeatable performance and is controlled via RTU-4000.

OPTICAL SPECTRUM ANALYSIS (OSA) & OPTICAL CHANNEL CHECKER (OCC)

xWDM OCC

The FX182 is the industry’s first compact Channel Checker to measure both CWDM and DWDM (C&L) band channels in less than 3 seconds. Innovative color-coded display identifies frequency, signal level, pass/fail and marginal channels at a glance*.

C / DWDM OCC

Compact Channel Checker Verifying CWDM or DWDM Channels and Power. Simultaneously test all 18 CWDM channels or 97 DWDM channels C14-62 in a single test. This compact, robust tester measures individual channel peak wavelength/frequency and total, composite power. An optional fiberscope is also available to inspect connectors.

OSA Module

The RXT-4500/4510 OSA modules are Optical Spectrum/Channel Analyzers for CWDM and DWDM networks. Using superior micro-optic design and MEMS tuning technology, the modules measure key optical parameters such as wavelength, channel power, and OSNR.

xWDM OTDR & LIGHT SOURCES

OLS | CWDM

The FX86 is a four port laser source used to verify, install and commission CWDM and PON networks. Verify wavelength routing and troubleshoot passive CWDM network elements or verify multiple PON drops with unique identifiers. Optimized for Access & Metro CWDM or PON test applications.

TLS | DWDM

The FX87 DWDM TLS can be tuned to any G.694.1 channel on the 50 GHz frequency grid over the C-band spectrum. Test applications include verifying end-end wavelength routing and troubleshooting passive Multiplexer and Demultiplexer network elements. Optimized for Fiber Deep, Metro and Core networks employing DWDM technology. Automate multi-wave DWDM IL loss measurement and verify cable routes using our new Sweep Loss Test Kit, comprised of FX87s and FX82s meters.

xWDM OTDR Module for RXT-1200

The new RXT-4113+ is our latest generation xWDM OTDR module. Users can now select CWDM, DWDM, combo CWDM+DWDM or DWDM+Legacy optical configurations. Advanced hardware and powerful software supports the testing of both xWDM, Grey optics and single stage PON network architectures. Precise wavelength tuning, 3 cm resolution and up to 500,000 data points offers unprecedented network characterization.

OPTICAL LOSS TEST SET (OLTS)

OPM / OLS

Fiberizer® software for Windows® Desktop, Android™, and/or Apple® mobile devices is available to assist in data transfer, record management, and report generation for various VeEX fiber optics testers. View the Fiberizer webpage for more details.

OPM / OLS / OLTS

Fiberizer® software for Windows® Desktop, Android™, and/or Apple® mobile devices is available to assist in data transfer, record management, and report generation for various VeEX fiber optics testers. View the Fiberizer webpage for more details.

OPM

The FX82 features excellent measurement accuracy over a broad wavelength and wide dynamic range in demanding test environments. The unit is calibrated at all legacy wavelengths while CWDM wavelengths can be added as an option. Automate multi-wave DWDM IL loss measurement and verify cable routes using our new Sweep Loss Test Kit, comprised of FX87s and FX82s meters.

OLS

The FX83 OLS is equipped with high performance lasers offering excellent wavelength and power stability over a broad operating temperature range. Each source features WaveID which can be used with compatible VeEX optical power meters for correct wavelength recognition. The source can be configured with up to four singlemode wavelengths (1310nm, 1490nm, 1550nm, or 1625nm) on a single output port for verifying FTTx/PON telecom, CATV or government/defense fiber network applications. Alternatively, up to four wavelengths (850/1300nm multimode* and 1310/1550nm singlemode) can be configured on two individual ports for testing LAN/WAN access and enterprise/data centers utilizing both multimode* and singlemode fiber types. The multi-wave (loop) function automatically toggles through all wavelengths for faster loss measurements.

OLTS | Uni-directional

The FX84 OLTS combines power meter and light source functions into a single test unit. Individual test ports provide uni-directional loss measurements allowing two technicians on opposite ends of a fiber link to test simultaneously. The auto-loop feature toggles the light source wavelengths, while the remote or local OPM test partner detects the incoming wavelength/s automatically using the WaveID feature.

FIBER INSPECTION PROBES AND OPTICAL ACCESSORIES

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Optical Fault Locator

The FL41 is a budget friendly and palm-sized Fault Locator/ Optical Power Meter for measuring fiber spans up to 20 km in length. The FL41f has a built-in filter for in-service fault locating. The FL41 is the perfect tool for service activation technicians who need to measure short fiber links and drop fiber for PON, 5G rollout, FTTx, LAN/WAN, and CATV.

Fiber Inspection Microscope

The ergonomically designed DI-1000 connects directly to VeEX test sets through its USB 2.0 port. The DI-1000 features an easy single-finger focusing knob, comprehensive list of tips and digital image sensor and optics with detectable resolution to 0.5 μm.

Fiber Inspection Microscope | MTP / MPO

Optimized for testing MTP/MPO connectors retaining backwards compatibility with existing single fiber tips. The scanning and focus knobs are conveniently located on the microscope body providing simple and efficient handheld operation. The host device software performs visual inspection, image capture, and Pass/Fail results.

Fiber Inspection Microscope | Wireless

WiFi connectivity enables tether-free operation with Android or Apple iOS mobile devices including select VeEX test platforms. USB operation is available for Windows PC applications or when WiFi use is prohibited. One-touch auto-focus along with powerful host software ensures fast, reliable connector inspection and endface analysis according to relevant IEC standards.

Visual Fault Locator

Live Fiber Identifier

Fiber Monitoring Applications and Solutions Brochure

Introduction to CWDM/DWDM
Optical Networks Poster