First off, what is loopback OTDR testing? The concept is simple: it involves using a single OTDR, which stays at one site, and testing two fibers at the same time by using a loopback fiber or loopback device at the other site. And of course when it comes to OTDR testing you have the […]
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One of the challenges with bi-directional (bi-dir) OTDR testing is the logistics and the amount of affordable, available, or required test equipment. A single-unit approach is usually considered to try and save on cost—one piece of test equipment versus two and one tech versus two—but it has its drawbacks. For one, it does not verify […]
Are your standards high enough to ensure quality fiber builds? In the previous blog we saw that bi-directional (bi-dir) OTDR testing provides a number of advantages and lets you deal with issues arising from differences between fibers being spliced together (specifically difference in Modal Field Diameter – MFD) that result in false positives or false […]
Business owners today are aware of the technological advantages of 5G technology; however, many are unaware of the specific use cases where 5G implementation can really add value to their organization. CIOs and other business leaders are identifying business opportunities, and companies across industries are increasing their use of private and public 5G networks […]
Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) will showcase this week a range of products engineered to simplify and accelerate high-speed network test across all phases of the network lifecycle including development and system verification, manufacturing, turn up and installation, and troubleshooting and monitoring. The new products highlight the VIAVI presence at OFC 2021, taking place virtually from June […]
When it comes to fiber installations, fiber contractors are front-liners and are the first respondents in dealing with troubleshooting of installation issues. Problems within a fiber connector can occur due to a wide variety of reasons, from contamination to macrobend. Because of this, even the most experienced installers will eventually encounter some challenges or problems […]
