The RXT-4111 OTDR module incorporates a highly stable, tunable laser for verifying ROADM channel routing in DWDM networks. The tunable laser covers all wavelengths from 1563.86 to 1528.77 MHz (C-band) based on 50 GHz channel spaces, according to the ITU-T wavelength table. Optional features include an optical power meter (OPM), laser source (OLS), and visual fault locator (VFL).
“Ensuring proper channel routing in a DWDM network using ROAM network elements has been a specific challenge for many service providers,” said Mike Venter, Vice President of Optical Product Marketing at VeEX. “Technicians and engineers need to verify service continuity at very precise wavelengths, which OTDR technology has not been able to do until now. The RXT DWDM OTDR offers a state-of-the-art tunable laser that can be easily programmed to a desired wavelength, verifying the agile ROAM configuration,” he added.
The OTDR modules for RXT OTDR were available during the ECOC Fiber Exhibition in Valencia, Spain from September 28-30 and will be available from October 14-16 at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
