By integrating automatic focus adjustment capabilities
into its FIP-430B inspection solution, EXFO is making the test
sequence 100% automated, turning fiber connector inspection into a
quick and simple one-step process.
QUEBEC CITY,
Jan. 27, 2014 /CNW Telbec/ - EXFO
Inc. (NASDAQ: EXFO, TSX: EXF) today announced the addition of the
FIP-430B Fully Automated Fiber Inspection Probe to its portfolio of
portable fiber-optic test equipment.
One-step process - 100% automated
Built to simplify and speed up connector
certification, the FIP-430B integrates advanced automated features,
such as a high-performance, fiber image-centering system and
onboard connector-endface pass/fail analysis based on IEC or custom
standards to deliver accurate and consistent connector
certification in seconds. The probe's image-centering function is
capable of achieving time savings of up to 57%1, and the
unique, automatic focus adjustment feature provides the critical
missing link enabling the process to be 100% automated. Not only is
the image always captured with optimized quality, the focus
protection feature prevents image capture in the event of improper
focus adjustment, thus ensuring that no defects or residues
affecting performance can be ignored by the analysis.
Users simply connect the FIP-430B to the
connector port, following which the probe will automatically detect
the connection, find and center the fiber image, adjust and
optimize the focus and capture, run the pass/fail analysis, and
even save and report the results. The whole process takes just
slightly longer than cleaning a connector port, making it difficult
to justify overlooking this critical step.
"EXFO is the first to introduce an autofocus
feature of this kind in a field-inspection device. By automating
the full test process, this innovation eliminates all complex and
time-consuming operations, as well as the risk of human
misinterpretation, making it easier for the end user to follow best
practices," said Étienne Gagnon, Vice-President of EXFO's
Physical-Layer and Wireless Division. "The autofocus facilitates
identification of defects, and focus protection prevents reporting
of false-positive results—all of which leads to more accurate and
consistent test results for first-time-right network
deployment."
This new FIP-430B USB inspection probe is
compatible with any PC or laptop, the entire fleet of EXFO's FTB
Ecosystem platforms, and the newly launched MaxTester 700B OTDR
Series. For more information about the FIP-430B, please visit
www.EXFO.com/FIP400B
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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1 Data sourced from EXFO's case study, with
calculation based on typical analysis time.
SOURCE EXFO inc.