Testing fibre-to-the-x (FTTx) networks that include passive optical network (PON) architectures presents unique challenges to service providers. During installation, the network must meet certain standards parameters.
Once the FTTx network is deployed, each subscriber connection requires additional tests to ensure service quality. Maintaining the operation of the PON network and troubleshooting potential problems also requires specialised testing procedures and equipment.
Anritsu offers a complete line of FTTx and PON test equipment to ensure networks will perform at their highest levels. The MT9083 Series Access Master OTDRs are high-performance, all-in-one testing tools to ensure the quality of optical fibres including PONs featuring up to a 1 x 128 split.
The MT9090A Network Master is also available with a range of micro-OTDR, drop fault locator and ethernet network test modules, and its small footprint makes it a ‘handheld’ tester.
Users can register to download this resources guide at Anritsu’s website: https://www.anritsu.com/en-GB/Promotions/FTTx-guide/registration.aspx.