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Optical Explorer - Industry's first optical fiber multimeter

Overview
Fiber optic tester that performs link verification and automated fault tracking in seconds. Empowering frontline technicians to explore further and do more.

Key features

  • Displays fiber link KPIs (length, loss, ORL and power) in under 3 seconds, through single-ended testing  
  • On-the-spot detection and location of common causes of failures
  • Intelligent: no settings required make it an essential for any frontline technician’s toolkit
  • Patent pending EXFO Advisor 5-star rating scale: qualitative approach to assess fiber links
  • Built-in power checker and light source (dual-band for PON available)

Applications

  • Any singlemode link up to 40 km (point-to-point)
  • FTTx last mile installation
  • FTTx service activation and repair, including in-service testing
  • Last mile/access network installation and repair
  • Fiber health check-up
  • Power level testing
  • Insertion loss and ORL testing
  • Fiber-break location
  • Fault identification and location (splices, connectors, macrobends)

Specifications

Technical specifications
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER CHECKER
OX1-I, OX1-M, OX1-PRO-I, OX1-PRO-M, OX1-PRO-MIOX1-PRO-M-PPM
Wavelengths (nm)1310, 1490, 1550, 1577, 1625, 16501310, 1490, 1550, 1577, 1625, 1650, 1490 + 1550, 1490 + 1577
Power range (dBm) f–60 to 15–60 to 23
Maximum input power (dBm)1723
Power uncertainty g±0.5 dB at –20 dBm
Tone detection h270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz
LIGHT SOURCE
Wavelengths1310 nm ± 30 nm; 1550 nm ± 30 nm; 1650 nm ± 10 nm
Output power (dBm) i, j> –8
Output power stability±0.2 dB after 30-minute warmup ([Max. - Min.]/2)
Source modulationCW, 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz
LASER SAFETY
ComplianceComplies with FDA 1040.10 and IEC 60825-1:2014
FIBER EXPLORER
Wavelengths1310 nm ± 30 nm; 1550 nm ± 30 nm; 1650 nm ± 10 nm (integrated filter isolation: 50 dB from 1265 nm to 1617 nm)
Maximum link loss (dB)15
Testing timeFlash Advisor (Distance, IL, ORL): 3 seconds
Testing timeFault Explorer (Distance, IL, ORL, fault exploration): down to 5 seconds b
Testing timeLink Mapper (Distance, IL, ORL, mapping of detectable elements): down to 10 seconds b
Distance uncertainty±1.5 m c
Calibration interval (years)10
CONNECTIVITY-TO-SPLITTER CHECK d, e
Splitter typeUp to 1:64
Maximum link length (km)20
Maximum last-mile fiber length (km)5
Maximum last-mile fiber loss (dB)2.5
Minimum fiber length after splitter e1:2 splitter: 25 m
Minimum fiber length after splitter e1:4 splitter: 35 m
Minimum fiber length after splitter e1:8 splitter: 150 m
Minimum fiber length after splitter e1:16 splitter: 250 m
Minimum fiber length after splitter e1:32 splitter: 500 m
Minimum fiber length after splitter e1:64 splitter: 1000 m
a. All specifications are typical at 23 °C ± 2 °C unless otherwise stated.
b. For Fault Explorer and Link Mapper, typical measurement time varies from 5 to 40 seconds depending on link loss and number of faults.
c. Distance uncertainty given for a 5 km link with 3 dB total insertion loss and –42 dB reflectance, excluding index-of-refraction uncertainty.
d. Connectivity-to-splitter check is available only with Optical Explorer PRO models.
e. Minimum fiber length after the splitter assumes the splitter is the one closest to the subscriber.
f. Display shows high and low values when measurements are outside the specified range.
g. Power uncertainty applies in broadband mode when the Optical Explorer connector quality is rated 5 stars by optical output diagnosis.
h. Tone detection specifications require use of an EXFO optical light source.
i. Maximum input power requires a power meter/checker with measurement range ≥15 dBm.
j. For the PRO-MI option, average output power at 1 % duty cycle is > –10 dBm.
General specifications
Display4-inch touch screen
Size (H × W × D)171 mm × 93 mm × 48 mm (6 3/4 in × 3 11/16 in × 1 7/8 in)
Weight0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
Battery autonomy>10 hours (typical use)
Battery charging< 5-hour charge time when unit is off
Charging connectorUSB Type-C charging port connector
AC/DC charger/adapterInput: 100 - 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 1.0 A max; output: 5 V; 2 A
InterfacesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz, up to WPA2 encryption
InterfacesBluetooth 4.2 with BLE, Class 2 (compatible with 4.0 smartphones)
Storage capacity1000 test results
ReportingSingle or batch of tests: PDF on the mobile app and FastReporter
Temperature (operating)–10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)
Temperature (storage)–40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F) a
Relative humidity range≤ 93 %, non-condensing
Drop resistance1 m (39 in)
Display mirroringFrom VNC client
Warranty (year)1
a. To maintain optimal battery performance, avoid exposing the unit to high storage temperatures for long periods.