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FTBx-720D - LAN/WAN access OTDR

Purpose-built construction OTDRs for everyday field testing in any access network. With an intelligent Optical Link Mapper (iOLM) application for both singlemode and multimode testing, this is the most automated and intelligent troubleshooting tool for FTTA, LAN and data centers.

Swap-Out connector

The new line of FTBx 700D OTDR modules comes with a Swap-Out connector which can easily be changed, as and when needed, without having to send the test module to a service center. This ensures optimal performance over time without undue maintenance costs and downtime. The OTDR's optical connector health can be checked with an onboard diagnostic tool to replace the connector only when necessary.

Your calibration date remains valid, even after swapping the connector. No need to calibrate your unit sooner than planned.

Did you know?

Was your OTDR connector damaged when connecting a UPC cable to the APC port on your device? This no longer needs to cause downtime by sending the device back for repair. Thanks to EXFO’s Swap-Out connectors, you can now check connector health instantly and replace your connector within seconds if needed–directly from the field! See it for yourself.

Key features

Dynamic range of up to 36 dB in singlemode and 29 dB in multimode
Quad singlemode/multimode version
FTTx in-service testing at 1650 nm with optional in-line GPON/XGS-PON power meter
Swap-Out connector, replaceable whenever necessary for optimal performance over time without undue service cost and downtime
iOLM-ready: one-touch multiple acquisitions, with clear go/no-go results presented in a straightforward visual format
3-year warranty

OTDR, light source and power checker through single port to optimize the fiber handling process.

Applications

Access network construction and troubleshooting
FTTx/PON testing through splitters (up to 1×32)
FTTx service activation: GPON, EPON, XGS-PON, 10GE EPON
Central office link certification
Data center and private networks (Tier-2 certification)
LAN/WAN characterization
Fronthaul/backhaul (FTTA, FTTT, RRH, DAS and small cells)

Description

The FTBx-720D is an OTDR that is best suited for most typical short and access networks. It can perform both singlemode and multimode testing.

The FTBx-720D is designed for fronthaul/backhaul applications (FTTA, DAS, RRH, small cells), Tier-2 certification in data centers, enterprise and access networks, PON characterization and more.

The FTBx-720D test module is hosted within EXFO’s compact modular platforms that can also be equipped with other testing capabilities such as Ethernet, CPRI or copper testing to provide a complete test solution for FTTA contractors.

The FTBx-720D advantage

  • Accurately pinpoint faulty connectors or fiber breaks on short spans thanks to optimized multimode performance.
  • Multimode units are quad-ready to enable singlemode testing.
  • User-friendly graphical user interface.

Resources

All resources
Spec sheet
FTBx-720D LAN/WAN access OTDR - English (May 17, 2024)
Spec sheet
FTBx-720D LAN/WAN access OTDR - Français (May 17, 2024)
Webinar
Die richtigen Messgeräte für einen erfolgreichen FTTH Rollout - English (February 22, 2024)
Application notes
The Fundamentals of an OTDR - English (August 25, 2011)
Application notes
The Fundamentals of an OTDR - 中文 (August 25, 2011)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - English (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Français (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - 中文 (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Español (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Deutsch (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - English (March 08, 2019)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - 中文 (March 08, 2019)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - Español (March 08, 2019)
Brochures and catalogs
Quick guide to testing FTTH - English (August 19, 2022)
Brochures and catalogs
Quick guide to testing FTTH - Français (August 19, 2022)
Brochures and catalogs
Quick guide to testing FTTH - Italiano (August 19, 2022)
Brochures and catalogs
Quick guide to testing FTTH - Deutsch (August 19, 2022)
Flyers and pamphlets
Beginner’s guide to OTDR testing – How to read an OTDR trace - English (November 25, 2022)
Flyers and pamphlets
Beginner’s guide to OTDR testing – How to read an OTDR trace - Français (November 25, 2022)
Flyers and pamphlets
FAQ - D-Series OTDRs - English (April 13, 2023)
Flyers and pamphlets
FAQ - D-Series OTDRs - Français (April 13, 2023)
Flyers and pamphlets
FAQ - D-Series OTDRs - 中文 (April 13, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - English (October 18, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - Français (October 18, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - 中文 (October 18, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - Español (October 18, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - Deutsch (October 18, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - Português (October 18, 2023)
User manual
OTDR 2 - Русский (October 18, 2023)

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