Optical Wave Expert

MEASURE, DIAGNOSE AND TROUBLESHOOT ON A SINGLE PORT

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Feature(s) of this product is/are protected by one or more of : US patent 8,576,389 and equivalent patents pending and/or granted in other countries; US patent 9,170,173;
US patent 9,571,186; US patent 10,014,935; US patent 9,641,243; US patent 9,134,197 and equivalent patents pending and/or granted in other countries; and US
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9,506,838, US design patent D710,222 and equivalent(s) in other countries; and other US pending patent(s).

SPEC SHEET
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An industry-first device that combines channel power validation with tunable DWDM OTDR capabilities on a
single port.
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KEY FEATURES APPLICATIONS

Integrated DWDM channel checker and OTDR on a single port DWDM link characterization through MUX, DEMUX and OADM
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(patent-pending)
DWDM link troubleshooting (DAA, RPHY, C-RAN)
Intelligent channel power level measurements
DWDM metro Ethernet links
Compact and portable form factor
Deployment of commercial services
iOLM-ready: one-touch multiple acquisitions, with clear
P2MP access networks
MUX/DEMUX characterization
C-BAND ITU-T G.692 DWDM grid channels (12-62)
Bar graph and table view on wide touchscreen display
In-channel and testing of active networks
Intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) and workflow

RELATED PRODUCTS

Fiber Inspection Probe xWDM OTDR Optical Spectrum Analyser 100G multiservice test module
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INTELLIGENT, AUTOMATED AND INTEGRATED. INNOVATION AT WORK.

The Optical Wave Expert integrates channel power validation and reflectometry characterization on a single port. This means that
technicians can automatically identify faulty channels and follow through with fault location by leveraging OTDR or iOLM (intelligent
Optical Link Mapper) capabilities.
Technicians can now perform instant channel power readings through an intuitive GUI environment and seamlessly benefit from
tunable OTDR capabilities. The rugged and compact MaxTester platform provides the most efficient and practical form factor for
field use.
The integration of channel checker and OTDR capabilities on a single port means less unnecessary manipulation of the optical
fiber and improved field efficiency. This translates into faster mean-time-to-repair (MTTR) and makes the trial and error approach–
which can disable nodes–obsolete.

CHANNEL CHECKER DWDM OTDR

Thanks to the bar graph and the intuitive wide touchscreen, the Once the channel power diagnosis has detected a faulty channel,
channel power diagnostics are displayed clearly. the OTDR can be configured with the appropriate parameters.
This combination of channel checker and OTDR avoids additional
By combining a channel checker and OTDR capabilities on a
manipulations and reduces the risk of human error.
single port, the workflow becomes highly efficient. Technicians

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can assess the power levels and locate faults on the spot, for
improved mean time to repair (MTTR). This patent-pending
Use a DWDM tunable OTDR for:
› Characterizing a single-ended fiber link

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feature not only saves time but also reduces unnecessary
manipulations, hence avoiding damage to the connectors. › Validating continuity and end-to-end loss through MUX, OADM
and DEMUX (during construction)
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impacting other customer wavelengths nor incurring downtime
› Troubleshooting and characterization by a single operator from
the headend
› Live troubleshooting without damaging SFPs
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a. The iOLM advanced package includes the Optimode—SFP safe.

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iOLM—REMOVING THE COMPLEXITY FROM OTDR TESTING

OTDR TESTING COMES

WITH ITS SHARE OF
CHALLENGES. . .
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WRONG COUNTLESS TRACES
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REPEATING THE COMPLEX INSTRUMENT
OTDR TRACES TO ANALYZE SAME JOB TWICE TRAINING/SUPPORT

In response to these challenges, EXFO developed a better way to test fiber optics:
the intelligent Optical Link Mapper (iOLM) is an OTDR-based application designed to simplify
OTDR testing by eliminating the need to configure parameters, and/or analyze and interpret multiple
complex OTDR traces. Its advanced algorithms dynamically define the testing parameters, as well
as the number of acquisitions that best fit the network under test. By correlating multipulse widths
on multiple wavelengths, the iOLM locates and identifies faults with maximum resolution—all at the
push of a single button.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Dynamic All results
Intelligent Comprehensive
multipulse combined into a
trace analysis diagnosis

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Turning traditional OTDR testing into clear, automated, first-time-right results
for technicians of any experience level.
Patent protection applies to the iOLM, including its proprietary measurement software.
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iOLM—REMOVING THE COMPLEXITY FROM OTDR TESTING (CONT’D)
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THREE WAYS TO BENEFIT FROM THE iOLM

COMBO UPGRADE iOLM ONLY

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Run both iOLM and OTDR applications (Oi code) Add the iOLM software option to your Order a unit with the iOLM
iOLM-ready unit, even while in the field application only
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iOLM FEATURES VALUE PACK

In addition to the standard iOLM feature set, you can select added-value features as part of the Advanced package or standalone options.
Please refer to the iOLM specification sheet for the complete and most recent description of these value packs.

iOLM FOR DWDM NETWORKS

All iOLM benefits tailored to DWDM network topologies and challenges: optimized DWDM algorithm, new icon to represent MUX,
DEMUX and OADM.
Typical DWDM passive networks will exhibit a series of high loss MUX/DEMUX or OADM, which would lead the technician to use longer
pulse widths to reach the end of the link at the expense of front‑end resolution, in a very similar way to what has been seen in PON
networks. iOLM’s dynamic multipulse acquisition accurately characterizes the complete link with all necessary pulses, for best resolution
along the link and generating a single iOLM file per link to facilitate reporting.
Many DWDM passive networks rely on duplex fibers for TX/RX on the same wavelength, iLoop (iOLM’s loopback mode) will greatly
increase efficiency in those cases, by characterizing TX and RX link in a single acquisition. iLoop guides the user in the test sequence and
automates the process of generating single files and reports per link. a

a. For more details about iLoop, refer to the iOLM specification sheet.
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END-TO-END DWDM FOOTPRINT

Empowering the technician from the headend to the node

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Essential tools for comprehensive testing

Optical Wave Expert FIP-400B Series FTB-740 Series FTB-5235 EtherCHK-1-10 FTB-5700
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DWDM troubleshooting Connector inspection DWDM and CWDM testing DWDM spectral validation Ethernet service Dispersion testing
validation

Figure 1. Achitecture example of Node+0 with Remote PHY

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OTDR SPECIFICATIONS
All specifications valid at 23 °C ± 2 °C with an FC/APC connector, unless otherwise specified.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
C-band tunable 1527.99-1567.95 nm
Laser nominal wavelength ITU-T G694.1 channels 12-62
(191.2-196.2 THz)

Central wavelength uncertainty a DWDM 50 GHz channel wavelength control

Channel spacing tuning 50 GHz and 100 GHz increments on ITU‑T G694.1 grid

Dynamic range at 20 µs (dB) b 40

Event dead zone (m) c 0.7

Attenuation dead zone (m) c 3.5

Distance range (km) 0.1 to 400

Pulse widths (ns) 5 to 20 000

Sampling points Up to 256 000

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Sampling resolution (m) 0.04 to 10

Distance accuracy (m) d ±(0.75 + 0.0025 % x distance + resolution)

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS e
Wavelength range (C-band) 1527.99-1567.95 nm (191.2-196.2 THz)
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ITU channels ITU-T G694.1 channels 12-62

Channel spacing DWDM 100 GHz

Dynamic range per channel (dBm) 10 to –40

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Maximum total safe power (dBm) 20

Absolute power uncertainty (dB) (typical) 1

ORL (dB) > 35

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Measurement time (s) <3

Note: For complete details on all available configurations, please refer to the ordering information section further below.

a. Typical, using a 10-µs pulse.

b. Typical dynamic range with a three-minute averaging at SNR = 1.
c. Typical for reflectance at –45 dB, using a 5-ns pulse.
d. Does not include uncertainty due to fiber index.
e. All specifications typical at 1550 nm and 23 °C ± 2 °C, with an SC connector.
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BUILT-IN POWER METER SPECIFICATIONS (GeX) (optional) a

Calibrated wavelengths (nm) 850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625, 1650

Power range (dBm) b 27 to —50

Uncertainty (%) c ±5 % ± 10 nW

0.01 = max to —40 dBm

Display resolution (dB)
0.1 = —40 dBm to —50 dBm

Automatic offset nulling range b, d Max power to —30 dBm

Tone detection (Hz) 270/330/1000/2000

VISUAL FAULT LOCATOR (VFL) (optional) LASER SAFETY e

Laser, 650 nm ± 10 nm

CW/Modulate 1 Hz

Typical Pout in 62.5/125 µm: > –1.5 dBm (0.7 mW)

Laser safety: Class 2

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Display 7-in (178-mm) outdoor-enhanced touchscreen, 800 x 480 TFT
Interfaces in Two USB 2.0 ports
RJ45 LAN 10/100 Mbit/s
Storage 2 GB internal memory (20 000 OTDR traces, typical)
Batteries Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery
8 hours of operation as per Telcordia (Bellcore) TR-NWT-001138
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Power supply Power supply AC/DC adapter, input 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Size (H x W x D) 166 mm x 200 mm x 68 mm (6 9/16 in x 7 7/8 in x 2 ¾ in)
Weight (with battery) 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
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Temperature
Operating f –10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
Storage –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)
Relatine humidity 0 % to 95 % noncondensing
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ACCESSORIES (optional)
GP-10-100 Rigid carrying case GP-2208 Spare stylus

GP-10-061 Soft carrying case GP-2209 Spare battery

GP-10-072 Semi-rigid carrying case GP-2240 Utility glove

GP-1008 VFL adapter (2.50 mm to 1.25 mm) GP-2242 Replacement hand strap

GP-2155 Carry-on size backpack GP-2243 Spare AC/DC adapter (specify country power cord)

GP-2205 DC vehicle battery-charging adaptor (12 V) GP-3115 Kickstand

a. At 23 °C ± 1 °C, 1550 nm and FC connector. With modules in idle mode. Battery operated after 20-minute warm-up.
b. Typical.
c. At calibration conditions.
d. For ±0.05 dB, from 10 °C to 30 °C.
e. Class 2 laser safety applicable for the VFL option.
f. Valid for OTDR/iOLM tests; for Channel Checker tests operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C.
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ORDERING INFORMATION

MAX-740C-DWOCC-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX
Model WiFi and Bluetooth®
MAX-740C-DWOCC = DWDM tunable SM OTDR 00 = Without RF components
+ channel checker C-band RF = With RF capability (WiFi and Bluetooth) a, b
1528-1568 nm (ITU 12-62),
100 GHz, 40 dB (9/125 µm) Extra FIP-400B tips c
Bulkhead tips
Base software FIPT-400-LC = LC tip for bulkhead adapters
OTDR = Enables OTDR application only FIPT-400-LC-APC = LC/APC tip for bulkhead adapter
iOLM = Enables iOLM application only FIPT-400-SC-APC = SC APC tip for bulkhead adapter e
Oi = Enables OTDR and iOLM applications FIPT-400-SC-UPC = SC UPC tip for bulkhead adapter
iOLM Software Option Patchcord tips
00 = iOLM Standard software FIPT-400-U12M = Universal patchcord tip for 1.25 mm ferrules
iADV = Enables iOLM Advanced FIPT-400-U12MA = Universal patchcord tip for 1.25 mm ferrules APC
iLOOP = Enables loopback testing mode FIPT-400-U25M = Universal patchcord tip for 2.5 mm ferrules d
FIPT-400-U25MA = Universal patchcord tip for 2.5 mm ferrules APC e
Connector
EA-EUI-28 = APC/DIN 47256 Base tips f
EA-EUI-89 = APC/FC narrow key APC = Includes FIPT-400-U25MA and FIPT-400-SC-APC
EA-EUI-91 = APC/SC UPC = Includes FIPT-400-U25M and FIPT-400-FC-SC
EA-EUI-95 = APC/E-2000
EA-EUI-98 = APC/LC Inspection probe model g
00 = Without inspection probe
Power meter FP410B = Digital video inspection probe

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00 = Without power meter Triple magnification
VFL = Visual fault locator (650 nm) FP420B = Analysis digital video inspection probe
PM2X = Power meter; GeX detector Automated pass/fail analysis
VPM2X = VFL and power meter; GeX detector Triple magnification

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Autocentering
Power meter connector adapter FP425B = Wireless digital video inspection probe b
FOA-22 = FC/PC, FC/SPC, FC/UPC, FC/APC Automated pass/fail analysis
FOA-32 = ST: ST/PC, ST/SPC, ST/UPC Triple magnification
FOA-54B = SC: SC/PC, SC/SPC, SC/UPC, SC/APC Autocentering
FOA-96B = E-2000/APC
FOA-98 = LC
FOA-99 = MU
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Automated focus
Automated pass/fail analysis
Triple magnification
Autocentering
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FP435B = Wireless analysis digital video inspection probe b
Automated focus
Automated pass/fail analysis
Triple magnification
Autocentering

Example: MAX-740C-DWOCC-OI-iLOOP-EA-EUI-91-VPM2X-FOA-54B-FP435B-APC-RF
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a. Not available in China.

b. RF option is mandatory and automatically included if FP425B or FP435B fiber inspection probe model is selected.
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c. This list represents a selection of fiber inspection tips that covers the most common connectors and applications but does not reflect all the tips available. EXFO offers a wide range of inspection tips,
bulkhead adaptors and kits to cover many more connector types and different applications. Please contact your local EXFO sales representative or visit www.EXFO.com/FIPtips for more information.
d. Included when UPC base tips are selected.
e. Included when APC base tips are selected.
f. Available if inspection probe is selected.
g. Includes ConnectorMax2 software.

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responsibility for any errors or omissions, and we reserve the right to modify design, characteristics and products at any time without obligation. Units of measurement in this document conform to SI standards and
practices. In addition, all of EXFO’s manufactured products are compliant with the European Union’s WEEE directive. For more information, please visit www.EXFO.com/recycle. Contact EXFO for prices and
availability or to obtain the phone number of your local EXFO distributor.
For the most recent version of this spec sheet, please go to www.EXFO.com/specs.
In case of discrepancy, the web version takes precedence over any printed literature.­­­

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