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5. Conclusion
Since its very beginnings at Bell Laboratories in 1976, the optical reflectometer has been constantly improving and introducing new functions. Originally designed as expert tools, these optoelectronic instruments have evolved into portable, modular, self-contained, easy-to-use devices enhanced by numerous automatic functions. Although they offer simplified display modes, reflectometers could also be described as "reflectoscopes", since the display of the backscatter curve is so rich in information. Fiber optic network technicians can't avoid using optical time domain reflectometers. When using it for the first time, it's best to use the automatic modes for measurement configuration, analysis and storage, paying particular attention to the quality of the various optical connections. The reflectometer's many functions can then be put to use, revealing the full potential of this fabulous investigative...
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Bibliography
Standardization
- Laser safety – Part 1: Equipment classification and requirements - NF EN 60825-1 - 01-08
- Calibration of optical time domain reflectometers (OTDR) – Part 1: OTDR for single-mode fibers - NF EN 61746-1 - 2014
- Laser safety – Part 1: Equipment classification, specifications and user guide - IEC 60825-1 - 1998
- Calibration of optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDR) – Part 1: OTDR for single mode fibres...
Training
Organization ARUFOG Training reference n° 08-FOR : OTDR : Operation, use and interpretation of results – Trainer CHAMPAVÈRE (A.) (VIAVI) http://www.arufog.org
Solutions/GuidOptix http://www.guidoptix.com
Directory
Main manufacturers – Field reflectometer manufacturers
• French manufacturer/European manufacturers :
VIAVI (ex-Schlumberger, Enertec, WWG, Acterna, JDSU) https://www.viavisolutions.com/fr-fr
(Note: Fiber Optics Division, R&D and reflectometer production at Saint-Étienne)
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