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 and follow us on the EXFO Blog, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Google+ and YouTube.
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