EXFO PX1-S Connected optical power meter

The EXFO PX1-S Connected optical power meter is a device used to measure the power of optical signals in fiber optic networks. It is a state-of-the-art power meter with Bluetooth connectivity, a wide touchscreen, and best-in-class optical performance. This article will discuss the features, benefits, and applications of the EXFO PX1-S Connected optical power meter.

Features

• Bluetooth connectivity: The device can be connected to the EXFO smart app via Bluetooth, allowing technicians to remotely control it and view test results on their mobile devices.
• Wide touchscreen: The large touchscreen makes navigating and viewing test results easy.
• Best-in-class optical performances: The device offers high accuracy and repeatability, making it ideal for use in demanding applications.
• Standard power measurement range: The device has a standard power measurement range of 10 dBm to -70 dBm, making it suitable for use in a wide range of applications.
• Calibrated wavelengths: The device has 11 calibrated wavelengths, making it suitable for use in different types of fiber optic networks.

Benefits

The EXFO PX1-S Connected optical power meter offers technicians and network operators several benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• Improved efficiency: The device allows technicians to remotely control the device and view test results on their mobile devices, reducing the time and effort required to perform tests.
• Accurate measurements: The device offers high accuracy and repeatability, ensuring that test results are reliable and consistent.
• Versatility: The device has a standard power measurement range and 11 calibrated wavelengths, making it suitable for use in different types of fiber optic networks.
• Easy to use: The device has a large touchscreen and intuitive user interface, making it easy for technicians to navigate and perform tests.

Applications

The EXFO PX1-S Connected optical power meter can be used in a wide range of applications, including:

• Installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks: The device can be used to measure the power of optical signals during the installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks.
• Troubleshooting: The device can be used to identify and locate faults in fiber optic networks.
• Certification: The device can be used to certify the performance of fiber optic networks.

EXFO PX1-S Connected Optical Power Meter Specifications:

• Size (H x W x D): 133 mm x 78 mm x 30 mm (5 1/4 in x 3 in x 1 1/8 in)
• Display size: 71 mm (2.8 in)
• Weight: 225 g (0.5 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)
• Display Type: Color display with capacitive touchscreen
• Interface languages: Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
• Battery charging:
  • < 3 hours charging time, when unit is off
  • USB Type C charging port connector
  • AC/DC charger/adapter input: 100 – 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 1.0 A max, output: 5 V; 2 A
• Battery autonomy: 10 h (continuous use)
• Interfaces:
  • Bluetooth 5.0 with BLE
  • USB Type C
• Storage capacity: 1000 test results for local reading
• Reporting:
  • Two methods available:
    • Connect PX1 to the smartphone via Bluetooth. Generate and share PDF reports via EXFO application.
    • Transfer results to a PC via USB cable and generate reports with FastReporter software.
• Calibration interval: 3 years
• Accessories: Carrying pouches, Power adapters, Battery, Connector adapter
• Power measurement range (dBm): 10 to –70
• Power uncertainty ±5 %
• Measurement units available: dB, dBm, Watt (W, mW, nW, pW)
• Wavelength measurement range (nm): 830 to 1625
• Calibrated wavelengths (11 calibrated wavelengths) (nm): 830, 850, 980, 1300, 1310, 1450, 1490, 1550, 1577,1590, 1625
• Auto-wavelength recognition: No
• Auto-wavelength switching: No
• Wavelength bundles: No
• Visual fault locator: No
• Tone detection: 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz