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Updated Software for the Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000V2 and OneAdvisor 800 Fiber instruments (Oct 2023 release)

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VIAVI has released updated software for the Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000 V2 and OneAdvisor 800 Fiber. The latest software release includes several usability enhancements, these are the main new functional additions, for more information please see the release notes:

OTDR and SmartLink Mapper Test Applications

Faster project creation within Cable-SLM with rationalized setup menus

New variable OTDR pulse width – define the one you need!

  • Adapt to any test requirement with ability to manually define OTDR pulse length required giving greater flexibility for any test scenario

Optimeter

Enhancements for easier results understanding

FiberComplete PRO / FiberComplete

Increased user guidance to help with operation of FiberComplete PRO / FiberComplete to minimise training and familiarization time.

Multiple enhancements made to setup menus, result views, file storage and reporting.

  • Streamlined and simplified setup for OTDR acquisitions for faster setup adjustments and modifications
    • Pulse and Acquisition time OTDR set up now possible directly in FCOMP PRO / Fcomp app E
      • Creation of ‘Manual’ OTDR acquisition mode within setup menu
    • Direct shortcuts within F-Comp process view to reduce setup change time and complexity
      • modify location and launch cable details
      • tap on the launch fiber icon or location to edit directly without going through setup
    • Enhanced file storage and reporting options
      • Choice to add .sor file storage included within Report setup menu
      • Real-time sync and addition of Date & Time for greater file naming accuracy
    • More comprehensive certification with g additional information included in .pdf reports (Unitary fiber report, Project report)
      • Detailed OTDR events listing and Total link A-B and B-A losses

OneAdvisor 800 Fiber

Broadband source support on the ONA-800 platform providing a full Fiber Characterization solution (CD, PMD, AP) based on the OneAdvisor 800. Providing the capability to integrate with high speed (200/400G) service testing with dispersion testing on a single field portable platform.

Instruments/Mainframes – VIAVI Test Process Automation (TPA)

Centrally manage and track your workforces job allocations with Job Manager

  • Create, deploy, and manage jobs (with specific tests, configs and pass/fail limits), linked to work orders, directly to instruments
  • Full integration of StrataSync and Mobile Tech App within Job Manager

Updated Software for the Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000V2 and OneAdvisor 800 Fiber instruments (Jan 2023 release)

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VIAVI has released updated software for the Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000, -4000 V2 and OneAdvisor 800 fiber. The latest software release includes several usability enhancements, these are the main new functional additions, for more information please see the release notes:

Optimeter

New OptiTrakPLUS application for repair teams performing maintenance and troubleshooting of point-to-point access, mobile fronthaul/backhaul fibers (FTTA, DAS and small cells).

Expert level deep dive fiber analysis

    • Display OTDR trace and instantly toggle between link map view and trace view

Speed up time-to-repair and boost fiber repair team efficiency

    • Realtime OTDR, instantly verify splices/repairs, check fiber length, and perform intermittent fault-finding

Guarantee techs are working on the right fiber and perform fiber continuity/identification checks over longer distances than standard Visual Fault Locators (VFL)

    • 2KHz tone generator (available for products manufactured after Oct 1st, 2022)

OTDR applications for the T-BERD/MTS-2000 V2, -4000 V2, and OneAdvisor 800 Fiber

Greater flexibility, adapt your OTDR setup to any test scenario

    • Ability to manually define any OTDR pulse length required

Instruments/mainframes (Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000 V2, -4000 V2 and OneAdvisor 800)

Centrally manage and track your workforces job allocations with Job Manager

    • Create, deploy, and manage jobs (with specific tests, configs and pass/fail limits), linked to work orders, directly to instruments
    • Full integration of StrataSync and Mobile Tech App within Job Manager

Harmonising of the fiber inspection application across multiple platforms

    • Enhanced user interface with same look, feel and operation across multiple instruments
    • Compatible with P5000i and FiberChek Probes

Updated Software for the Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS Instruments (July 2022 release)

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VIAVI has released updated software for the Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000 and -4000 V2.

The latest software release includes several usability enhancements, these are the main new functional additions, for more information please see the release notes:

 

FiberComplete PRO for T-BERD/MTS-2000 V2, -4000 V2, and OneAdvisor 800 Fiber

True bi-directional fiber certification solutions to improve fiber technician efficiency, driving operational excellence with FiberComplete PRO (formerly TestPRO)

 

Guided and automated referencing for MPO test cables

  • Avoid risk of human errors with animated icons to instruct/guide with the referencing process
  • Reduced setup time and increased result accuracy with integrated IL and ORL referencing for MPO test cords

Support for high fiber count projects with integration of Cable-SLM and MPO switch module with FiberComplete PRO

  • Track large projects with no need for separate spreadsheets, support for fiber counts up to 9996 (833 x 12MPO)
  • Reduce test time for multi-fiber and MPO bundles with automatic sequencing of bi-directional test (including TrueBIDIR OTDR analysis) with no manual switching between fibers
  • Manage project progress with Cable and SmartGrid views showing pass/fail status

MPO polartity mapper

  • Complete work on time and avoid wasted test sequences by mapping and confirming the MPO polarity of a link (A, B, C) prior to beginning test
  • Enable rework of multi-fiber and MPO links while still on-site to avoid future site revisits

Instruments/mainframes (Optimeter, SmartOTDR, T-BERD/MTS-2000 V2, and -4000 V2)

Secure you instrument with pincode protection option

  • Instruments are securely locked if lost or stolen, preventing further use or access to stored data/information

Modernized Job Manager

  • Faster familiarization and easier switching between test functions and optical fibers
  • Real time view of work/job progress via Mobile Tech App

OTDR

Support for Data Center Interconnect fiber type

  • Easier setup with new predefined specs for G654E fiber
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Updated Software for the Optimeter (Oct 2021 release)

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VIAVI have released updated software for the Optimeter, this latest software release includes several usability enhancements, the main enhancements are described below, for more information please see the release notes:

Handle any FTTH last mile architecture with improved test algorithm to accurately verify splitter continuity for all splitter types 1×4 to 1×32

New point to point test mode creates a more versatile instrument for multiple industry applications providing test and in-service troubleshooting capability for any fiber link (up to 60km) including FTTA fronthaul

Easier to understand OptiTrak view with clearer event icons and Pass/Fail indication supported with richer pop up messages and descriptions to avoid any miss-understanding or mistakes in the field:

  • New “Optimeter Connector” icon, event type and details
  • New fiber launch cable indication (2 loops) in link view
  • New “First Connector” icon, event type and details
  • Updated pop-up messages

Greater flexibility for last mile link certification through enhanced alarming criteria that now include link level metrics (Loss and ORL), enabling custom Pass/Fail analysis based on link or element or power measurement results (or combinations of the three)

Improved integration of P5000i fiber scope within the OptiTrak app and file name matching to OptiTrak results