Modular platform EXFO FTB-1 (one slot)

 

MAIN CHARACTERISTICS

EXFO FTB-1 is a modular platform (developed in 2010) designed for fast and thorough exploration of FTTH and Ethernet networks.

The compact platform EXFO FTB-1 provides:
- connection flexibility: USB, Ethernet, mobile communication (option), Wi-Fi (option) and Bluetooth (option)
- applications: supports third-party applications and all tools that allow technical staff to do all the work directly on the field
- test and report management: allows you to get all the benefits of working in an EXFO Connect environment for monitoring ongoing work (locally and remotely)
- PC based: Intel ATOM processor with Windows Embedded Standard operating system for productivity and flexibility
- power management: state-of-the-art battery technology ensures excellent battery life (up to 8 hours)
- built-in power meter (option) and visual flaw detector (optional)
- 17.8 cm widescreen touch screen (resolution 800 x 480)
- weight (with battery): 1.5 kg
- dimensions: 19 x 25 x 6.6 cm.

 

Maximum connection flexibility – for maximum testing efficiency

The result of EXFO's time-tested handheld platform experience is the platform FTB-1, which is an open source solution for network infrastructure testing and troubleshooting.

The built-in intelligence of the FTB1 enables technicians to take their work efficiency to the next level. Get the most out of your investment with an uninterrupted toolkit including Update Manager and compatibility with the EXFO Connect environment.

 

Tailored for specialized applications

Thanks to its small size, the FTB-1 platform, which is extremely powerful and equipped with an intuitive interface, allows technicians to easily and efficiently perform specialized measurements. FTTH and Ethernet. At the same time, the user's efficiency is ensured by a variety of communication options and an automatic update function, thanks to which you can take measurements, process results and prepare reports - anywhere and anytime, while knowing that the latest software is installed in the platform.

Ethernet testing up to 10G
When installed in the EXFO FTB-1 platform EXFO FTB-860 NetBlazer Ethernet Tester Module the platform evolves into a powerful yet easy-to-use 10Mbps to 10Gbps Ethernet analyzer supporting the full range of EtherSAM capabilities (ITU-T Y.156sam standard).
EXpert VoIP program, installed on the FTB-1 platform, generates a voice-over-IP call directly from the platform, which allows you to check the performance during service activation and troubleshooting.
EXpertIP Program, installed on the FTB-1 platform, integrates six protocols widely used in data network testing into one application. This ensures that technicians are prepared for a wide range of tasks.

FTTH testing
When installed in the EXFO FTB-1 platform module of optical reflectometer EXFO FTB-730 the platform becomes a powerful and compact test tool for PON FTTx/MDU networks. The module has a dynamic range of up to 39 dB and can support up to 3 wavelengths. The FTB-730 PON FTTx/MDU OTDR module allows installers to conveniently measure multi-family residential networks and easily test sections of PON FTTx networks with splitters up to 128x. In addition, the FTB-1 platform can be equipped with a built-in power meter and a visual flaw detector.

 

EXFO FTB-1 modular platform screen example in Ethernet analyzer mode

 

Technical characteristics of the compact modular platform EXFO FTB-1

 

Modules compatible with the EXFO FTB-1 platform:

The EXFO FTB-1 platform is compatible with these modules for analyzing telecommunication protocols:
- FTB-810 - SDH and PDH analyzer module up to 10 Gbps
- FTB-860 - Ethernet analyzer module from 10 Mbit/s to 10 Gbps
- FTB-880 - Ethernet, SDH and PDH analyzer module up to 10 Gbps
- FTB-610 - twisted pair analyzer module up to 30 MHz
- FTB-635 - twisted pair analyzer module up to 30 MHz, ADSL2+ / VDSL2 and Ethernet up to 1 Gbps

The EXFO FTB-1 platform is compatible with these modules for WALLS:
- FTB-720 - reflectometer module (35 dB) single-mode + multi -mode
- FTB-730 - reflectometer module (39 dB) for PON FTTx / MDU
- FIP-400 - a compact microscope for checking optical connectors (magnification: 200 and 400 times).

Additional equipment for EXFO FTB-1 platform:
- GP-2112 и GP-2113 - wireless 3G modem and GPS receiver.

Warranty for the platform and modules to it:
1 year. It is possible to extend the warranty period up to 3 years.

 

FTB-860, FTB-860G, FTB-860GL 1G and 10G Ethernet Tester Modules (NetBlazer Series)

Ethernet: 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps (Model FTB-860G).
Ethernet: 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps (model FTB-860).
Ethernet Loopback: 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps (Model FTB-860GL).
Two 10/100/1000 Mbps ports and one 10 Gbps port (model FTB-860G).
Bidirectional Tests EtherSAM (Y.156), RFC 2544 and BERT, multithreaded traffic generation, as well as the ability to work in transparent mode (two ports). IPv4 support /IPv6.
Compatible with EXFO FTB-1 platform.
10Mbps to 10Gbps Ethernet Tester Modules Description EXFO FTB-860 NetBlazer

 

Optical reflectometer module (singlemode + multimode) FTB-720 for EXFO FTB-1

Wavelengths: 850, 1300 nm (multimode), 1310, 1550, 1625 nm (single mode).
Dynamic Range: up to 35 dB. Dead zone by events: up to 0.8 m. Attenuation dead zone: up to 5 m. Number of trace points: up to 256,000. Macrobend detection, pass/fail evaluation and defect evaluation (bidirectional analysis and template mode).
Compatible with EXFO FTB-1 platform.
Description of reflectometer module (35 dB) single-mode + multi-mode EXFO FTB-720

 

Optical OTDR Module for PON FTTx / MDU FTB-730 for EXFO FTB-1

Wavelengths: 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm.
Dynamic Range: up to 39 dB. Dead zone by events: up to 0.8 m. Attenuation dead zone: up to 4 m. Number of trace points: up to 256,000.
Support for passive optical networks (PON) with splitters up to 1x128.
Macrobend detection, pass/fail evaluation and defect evaluation (bidirectional analysis and pattern mode).
Compatible with EXFO FTB-1 platform.
Description of the reflectometer module (39 dB) for PON FTTx / MDU EXFO FTB-730

 

EXFO FIP-400 fiber optic video microscope for EXFO FTB-1 platform

Magnification: 200 or 400 (depending on the model).
Safe for the eyes. It is possible to save the image on a computer.
With the help of interchangeable nozzles, it can be connected to patch cords and patch panels of the following types: FC, SC, LC, ST, SMA, E2000, D4, Lemo, MTP, MTRJ, MU, MT, etc.
Direct and angular polishing of the ends of the connectors is supported.
It can be connected to a special display (FIP-400-D), to a computer via USB, or to EXFO devices: FTB-500, FTB-200, FTB-1, AXS-100/110, FOT-930.
A detailed description of the microscope for checking connectors EXFO FIP-400 see here.

 

Wireless 3G modem EXFO GP-2112 and GPS receiver EXFO GP-2113 for EXFO FTB-1

Wireless 3G modem EXFO GP-2112 connects to the USB connector of the EXFO FTB-1 platform. To work, you need to install a local 3G operator card in the modem. Since the FTB-1 platform is based on an Intel processor and is controlled by the Windows operating system, you can use it as a portable computer with the ability to connect to the Internet (via a 3G modem) even outside cities. Thus, you will be able to quickly transfer measurement results to the central office, remotely receive any files on the FTB-1 platform, and also work with the Internet.

GPS receiver EXFO GP-2113 also connects to the USB connector of the EXFO FTB-1 platform. With a connected GPS receiver, you can add information about the place and time when these results were obtained to your measurements. This is an additional opportunity to more accurately document your network.

Wireless 3G modem EXFO GP-2112

GPS receiver EXFO GP-2113

 

Options and accessories for EXFO FTB-1 (module ordered separately)