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News Release from: Fluke Networks | Subject: OptiFiber Certifying OTDR
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 15 September 2006
OTDR certifies mission-critical fibre
links
Test modules and software for the OptiFiber Certifying OTDR increase versatility and convenience for users, helping ensure the performance of mission-critical fibre links.
Fluke Networks has released new test modules and software for its OptiFiber Certifying OTDR, the company's complete test solution for premises fibre optic networks These enhancements increase versatility and convenience for OptiFiber users, helping ensure the performance of mission-critical fibre links
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 21 Feb 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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"With the new test modules and software enhancements OptiFiber is even more powerful than before", said Harley Lang, Product Manager.
"Users can now test longer fibre links in campus networks, as well as very short patch cords in data centres".
"At the same time, software improvements make some popular troubleshooting features more accessible and easier to use".
OptiFiber's new extended range single-mode module offers a 60km range, shorter dead-zones and increased dynamic range to support premises, campus, and metro fibre optic network testing.
The modules have a new end-cap design, which features removable, easy to clean OTDR ports and interchangeable power meter ports.
A visual fault locator is also included for fast visual identification of fibre breaks or tight bends.
These new modules are available from Fluke Networks as options and in kits, to provide OptiFiber owners with a wide range of test capabilities.
A new line up of convenient accessories and kits, including hybrid launch fibres, for easier use with a wider range of connector types, have been added.
Software enhancements make real-time trace and optical return loss results easier to view in the field and save for later viewing and documentation purposes, providing users with added convenience and productivity.
Popular fibreInspector end-face analysis is now even easier to operate.
Free software downloads are available to current OptiFiber owners via the Fluke Networks website.
The OptiFiber Certifying OTDR, its accompanying test modules and kits are available for immediate delivery from Fluke Networks' sales partners worldwide.
Prices for the new OptiFiber Certifying OTDR start at GBP 4396.
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