This is a new concept in the evolution of Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs).
This is a new concept in the evolution of Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs).
It has been designed specifically with the requirements of the premise datacom installer in mind. In this environment many of the features associated with complex telecommunication OTDRs are not appropriate and many new features are desirable.
Datacom fiber links are short lengths of fiber installed as part of a Local Area Network (LAN) within a building. Many topologies are used but all require the individual fiber segments to be tested to measure the loss of the fiber and the connectors.
This is the ultimate OTDR to measure fiber loss and connector loss of the datacom links. It does it automatically and it does it quickly. It stores the results for use later in a report and most importantly will establish the cause and precise location of any faults. This cannot be achieved using other techniques such as a light source and power meter. The BD41181 enables duplex fiber links to be measured automatically and the results stored as a single traces with a code that links them as a duplex pair. The traces may be overlaid for comparison.
Features
Designed specifically for multimode premise datacom fiber and with a duplex option available
Quick and easy to set up and use
Less than 1 meter resolution, minimal deadzone and >13dB dynamic range
Brilliant colour display, full keyboard and barcode reader option
Splash proof, dust proof and rugged
>10 hour battery life even with display on
SPECIFICATIONS
Display
Backlit, 100mm, Color, 1/4 VGA transmissive display perfect for most indoor environments
Dimensions
Front panel: 135 x 240mm; Depth: 245mm
Weight
4kg
Power
Rechargeable Battery, life 10 hours typical with backlight
Wavelength
850nm¡¾ 20nm (Loss calibrated to 850nm)
Pulse Width
4 nanosecond (0.4 meter)
Fiber types
62.5um or 50um; multimode graded index
Max. Fiber Length
2km
Resolution
Fresnel events <1m apart (¡¾ meter location accuracy)
Dynamic Range
>13dB of fiber loss (256 averages where S/N = 1)
Group Index
User-adjustable between 1.2 – 2.5
Event/ Attenuation
Dead-zone
<1m / <4m.
(As with all OTDRs, deadzone parameters are very dependent on the event reflectance. The Telcordia definition is used.)
Connection is made to the unit using an IEC or TIA compliant mode-conditioning patchcord box fitted with an SC connector. Connection from the patchcord box to the fiber being tested is through a (user specified) Sc FC or ST connector.
CAT NO.
MODEL
DEscRIPTION
AVAIL
PRICE
BD41180
XC-850SST
OTDR Single Fiber (Simples), 850nm
Yes
15,109,200
Includes: 16MB Smart storage card, Mains battery charger/power supply, PC Configuration Manager software User Manual, Megger Guide to LAN Fiber Measurement, Travel bag
BD41181
XC-850DST
OTDR Duplex Fiber, 850nm
Yes
16,178,400
Includes: 16MB Smart storage card, Mains battery charger/power supply, PC Configuration Manager software User Manual, Megger Guide to LAN Fiber Measurement, Travel bag
BD41182
6231-623
OPTIONAL Bar code scanner, 72mm FOR Cross Checking Reflectometer OTDR