The perfect complementary tool for any fiber tester, the
FIP-400B fiber inspection probe simplifies the inspection process
and speeds up connector certification time by up to
57%1, securing the network from issues related to dirty
or damaged connectors.
QUEBEC,
Oct. 17, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - EXFO
Inc. (NASDAQ: EXFO) (TSX: EXF) today announced the release of the
FIP-400B, a next-generation inspection probe providing crisp,
digital images of optical connectors at three levels of
magnification. Featuring an ergonomic patent-pending design based
on years of end-user feedback, this probe is optimized for easy
handling by both left- and right-handed users.
Built to simplify and speed up the inspection
process, the FIP-400B integrates advanced automated features, such
as a high-performance, fiber image-centering system that eliminates
the labor-intensive step of localizing the fiber in the image. The
FIP-400B also includes ConnectorMax2, an onboard connector-endface
pass/fail analysis application based on IEC or custom standards to
deliver accurate and repeatable connector certification in seconds.
It is also equipped with a LED indicator located on the probe to
provide users with an immediate health pass/fail verdict for the
connector under test.
Because fiber inspection tools are now an
essential part of every fiber technician's toolbox, EXFO is also
releasing the MAX-FIP Intelligent Connector and Fiber Certifier.
The MAX-FIP is a rugged and compact, tablet-inspired stand-alone
display kit integrating the FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe and
ConnectorMax2 analysis software, an optical power meter for power
and loss testing, and a visual fault locator (VFL) to effectively
test and troubleshoot any type of optical network. The MAX-FIP's
bright, 7-inch touchscreen offers the best magnification level
available from a portable probe display, and its eight-hour
rechargeable Li-ion battery provides enough power to tackle a full
day of inspection (e.g., FTTH cabinet installation). In
addition, the MAX-FIP offers extensive data storage, enough for
thousands of high-resolution inspection results.
"Customers are looking for easy-to-operate
solutions that will save them time while ensuring optimal network
performances," said Étienne Gagnon, EXFO's Vice-President, Physical
Layer and Wireless Division. "The FIP-400B's auto-centering feature
greatly reduces inspection time by eliminating the hassle
associated with fiber-image centering, while its automatic analysis
capability removes any risk of misinterpretation—leading to faster,
more accurate and more consistent results."
This new FIP-400B family of USB inspection
probes is compatible with any PC or laptop, the entire fleet of
EXFO's FTB Ecosystem platforms, and the newly launched MaxTester
700B OTDR series. In addition, thanks to this new probe's advanced
troubleshooting capabilities, operators can minimize the impact of
bad/dirty connectors on their networks, thus eliminating one of the
leading causes of failure.
For more information about the FIP-400B, please
visit www.EXFO.com/FIP400B.
1 Data sourced from EXFO's
case study, with calculation based on typical analysis
time.
About EXFO
Listed on the NASDAQ and TSX stock exchanges, EXFO is among the
leading providers of next-generation test and service assurance
solutions for wireline and wireless network operators and equipment
manufacturers in the global telecommunications industry. The
company offers innovative solutions for the development,
installation, management and maintenance of converged, IP fixed and
mobile networks—from the core to the edge. Key technologies
supported include 3G, 4G/LTE, IMS, Ethernet, OTN, FTTx, VDSL2,
ADSL2+ and various optical technologies accounting for more than
35% of the portable fiber-optic test market. EXFO has a staff of
approximately 1600 people in 25 countries, supporting more than
2000 customers worldwide. For more information, visit www.EXFO.com
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