FLX380 FlexTester High-Performance Micro OTDR

FLX380 FlexTester High-Performance Micro OTDR

Product Description

The NOYES FLX380 FlexTester is the world’s smallest, lightest, most complete single-mode fiber optic test set. It combines high-performance, PON-optimized, multi-wavelength OTDR/PON OTDR, OLS, OPM, VFL and PON Power Meter in a rugged, hand-held package.

The FLX380 FlexTester offers an unmatched combination of optical test functions, ease-of-use, portability and value, including:

• 41 dB dynamic range OTDR

• Best-in-class event, attenuation, and PON dead zones

• AFL’s unique ServiceSafe™ Live PON OTDR

• Fast, error-free loss-testing using Wave ID synchronization.

• Over 12 hours continuous testing without battery replacement or recharge

• Integrated 50 m launch fiber.

The handheld FLX380 FlexTester is offered in three models to best suit your application requirements:

• FLX380-103: Most complete high-performance test set for verifying both in-service (live) and out-of-service FTTx PONs. Includes ServiceSafe™ live PON detection, integrated PON power meter and 1625 nm filtered live PON OTDR, all from a single port.

• FLX380-102: 1310/1490/1550 nm OTDR, OLS, OPM and VFL for complete out-of-service testing at all FTTx PON wavelengths.

• FLX380-100: Lowest cost, high-performance, all-in-one 1310/1550 nm OTDR, OLS, OPM and VFL for out-of-service installation testing or troubleshooting both FTTx PON and point-to-point fiber optic networks.

The FLX380 FlexTester user interface provides modes suitable for both novice and expert users.  It features a top-down menu structure which is both easy to learn and a pleasure to use. User interface software supports over a dozen languages including English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Polish, Russian and Spanish.

Over 1000 OTDR test results may be saved in industry-standard .SOR file format. Stored OTDR and OPM results may be transferred to PC via USB port for viewing, analysis, and professional report generation using the included Windows® compatible TRM® 2.0 Basic Test Results Manager software.

Advanced analysis and reporting capabilities, including micro-/macro-bend detection and bi-directional trace averaging, are available by upgrading to TRM 2.0 Advanced.

FLX380 FlexTester Configuration Options

The FLX380 FlexTester is available in two different kit options:

• FlexTester PRO Test & Inspection Kit – Combines user-specified FLX380 FlexTester with standard accessories plus FOCIS Fiber Optic Connector Inspection System and optical connector cleaning supplies into a rugged, waterproof hard-shell carry case.

• FlexTester with Soft Carry Case – Combines user-specified FLX380 FlexTester with standard accessories and One-Click Cleaner into a convenient, lightweight soft carry case.

All FLX380 kits include rechargeable, replaceable Li-Ion battery pack, AC charger with country-specific power cord, (1) SC and (1) FC adapter for the OTDR/OLS port, (2) 2.5 mm Universal adapters for the OPM and VFL ports, dust caps for all ports, USB cable, TRM® 2.0 Basic Test Results Manager software, and a quick reference guide in any one of the supported languages.

ORDERING INFORMATION

FLX380 FlexTester PRO Kits

FLX380 FlexTester with Soft Carry Case

Features

• Standard OTDR, live PON OTDR, PON power meter – from one port!

• 41/38/38/37 dB dynamic range @ 1310/1490/1550/1625 nm

• 0.8/3.5 m event/attenuation dead zone, 40 m PON dead zone

• ServiceSafe™ live PON detection – prevents OTDR from disrupting service on live PON, while allowing 1625 nm out-of-band OTDR test

• OLS/OPM with Wave ID - Reduces test time by 80% and eliminates setup errors

• Rugged, hand-held and lightweight (<1 kg)

• High-contrast display: clear and bright, even in direct sunlight

• >12-hour continuous operation, fast charge, Li-Ion battery

• Instant On; Ready to test in <5 sec

• Easy to use Full Auto, Expert, PON and Real Time OTDR modes

Applications

• Certify new FTTx PON or point-to-point fiber installations 

• Troubleshoot live FTTx PONs including automatic live PON detection, PON power measurement and live PON OTDR test

• Complete multi-wavelength end-to-end loss tests faster and eliminate setup errors using AFL’s Wave ID

• Generate stable optical source signals (CW, Wave ID or tones)

• Visibly trace fibers or locate fiber bends or breaks using the integrated Visual Fault Locator (VFL)

Accessories

FLX380s are supplied with SC and FC OTDR/OLS connector adapters plus 2.5 mm universal adapters for the OPM and VFL.  See the FLX380 datasheet for additional accessories including:

• Adapter caps for other connectors

• Fiber rings (launch cables)

• Upgrade to TRM 2.0 Advanced Test Results Manager