EXFO MaxTester 730D – PON/metro OTDR

The EXFO MaxTester 730D is an entry-level PON/metro OTDR designed for all your testing needs. It is optimized to test through optical splitters and is ideal for FTTH/PON testing, live fiber troubleshooting, and metro range testing. This handheld OTDR features short dead zones, automatic macrobend detection, improved auto and real-time modes, and 12 hours of continuous operation. This article will explore the features and benefits of the EXFO MaxTester 730D.

Key Features

The EXFO MaxTester 730D has features that make it a versatile and reliable OTDR for testing and troubleshooting fiber optic networks. Some of its key features include:

• PON-optimized testing: The MaxTester 730D is optimized to test through optical splitters, making it ideal for PON and metro networks.
• Short dead zones: With a dead zone as short as 1 meter, the EXFO MaxTester 730D can accurately detect and locate faults close to the OTDR.
• Automatic macro bend detection: The EXFO MaxTester 730D can detect macro bends automatically, making it easier to identify and locate faults caused by bends in the fiber.
• Improved auto and real-time modes: The EXFO MaxTester 730D features improved them, making it easier to test and troubleshoot fiber optic networks.
• Long battery life: With 12 hours of continuous operation, the EXFO MaxTester 730D can keep up with even the most demanding testing and troubleshooting tasks.

Benefits

The EXFO MaxTester 730D offers a range of benefits that make it an excellent choice for testing and troubleshooting fiber optic networks. Some of its key benefits include:

• Versatility: The EXFO MaxTester 730D is designed to meet all your testing needs, from PON and metro networks to live fiber troubleshooting and metro range testing.
• Accuracy: With a short dead zone and automatic macro bend detection, the MaxTester 730D can accurately detect and locate faults in fiber optic networks.
• Ease of use: The EXFO MaxTester 730D features improved auto and real-time modes, making it easy to test and troubleshoot fiber optic networks, even for users with limited experience.
• Reliability: The EXFO MaxTester 730D is built to withstand the rigors of field testing and troubleshooting, with a rugged design and long battery life.
• Cost-effective: As an entry-level solution, the MaxTester 730D offers a cost-effective option for testing and troubleshooting fiber optic networks.

EXFO MaxTester 730D – PON/metro OTDR Specifications:

• Display: 7-in (178-mm) outdoor-enhanced touchscreen, 800 x 480 TFT
• 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 3/4 in)
• Weight: 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
• Temperature Operating: -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
• Temperature Storage: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
• Relative humidity: 0 % to 95 % non-condensing
• Interfaces:
  • Two USB 2.0 ports
  • RJ45 LAN 10/100 Mbit/s
• Storage: 2 GB internal memory (20000 test results, typical)
• Battery:Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery 12 hours of operation as per Telcordia (Bellcore) TR-NWT-001138
• Power supply: Power supply AC/DC adapter, input 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
• Wavelength (nm): 1310 ± 20/1550 ± 20/1625 ± 10/1650 ± 15
• Live wavelength (nm): 1650 Isolation: 50 dB from 1265 nm to 1617 nm
• Dynamic range (dB): 39/38/39/39
• Event dead zone (m): 0.5
• Attenuation dead zone (m): 2.2
• PON dead zone (m): 30
• Distance range (km): 0.1 to 400
• Pulse width (ns): 3 to 20 000
• Linearity (dB/dB): ±0.03
• Loss threshold (dB): 0.01
• Loss resolution (dB): 0.001
• Sampling resolution (m): 0.04 to 10
• Sampling points: Up to 256 000
• Distance uncertainty (m): ±(0.75 + 0.0025 % x distance + sampling resolution)
• Measurement time: User-defined
• Reflectance accuracy (dB): ±2
• Typical real-time refresh (Hz): 4

IN-LINE POWER CHECKER

• Power range (dBm): -60 to 23
• Power uncertainty (dB): ±0.5
• Calibrated wavelengths (nm): 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625, 1650
• Selectable wavelengths (nm): 1310, 1490, 1550, 1577, 1625, 1650
• Tone detection: 270 Hz/330 Hz/1 kHz/2 kHz

SOURCE

• Output power (dBm): –1
• Modulation: CW, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz

SOFTWARE UTILITIES

• Software update: Ensure that your MaxTester is up-to-date with the latest software.
• VNC configuration: The Virtual Network Computing (VNC) utility allows technicians to easily remote control the unit via a computer or laptop.
• Data mover: Transfer all your daily test results quickly and easily.
• Centralized documentation: Instant access to user guides and other relevant documents.
• PDF Reader: View your reports in PDF format.
• Bluetooth file sharing: Share files between your MaxTester and any Bluetooth-enabled device.
• WiFi connection: WiFi FIP inspection scope interface. Upload test results.
• Inspection scope: USB or WiFi scope to inspect and analyze connectors.
• FTP server: Exchange files over WiFi to an FTP application on a smartphone for easier file sharing from the field.
• Security management: Tamper-proof security profile with user password (permanent or renewable) and custom property message.