Atec EXFO-AXS-100 User Manual

AXS-100 Series

NETWO RK TE STING—OPTICAL

HAND H E LD OTDR

Telecom Test and Measurement

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Compact, rugged, lightweight OTDRs optimized
for access/FT Tx and LAN/WAN network testing

A single unit for testing singlemode as well as 50 and 62.5 μm
multimode fiber

850, 1300, 1310 and 155 0 nm wavelengths, with respective
dynamic ranges of 24, 25, 32 and 30 dB

Unrivaled event dead zone of 0.8 m, for easy location and
characterization of all events

Top user-friendliness: one-touch testing, summary screen,
macrobend finding

Complete connectivity flexibility: USB stick compatibility
and USB cable dat a download

Complete test set with value-added options, including power
meter, visual fault locator (VFL), fiber inspection probe, printer
and IP testing

AXS-100 Series: Four Models to Choose From

AXS-100 Series

Handheld OTDR

EXFO’s AXS-100 Handheld OTDR series covers the whole range of short-haul OTDR test applications. Featuring unrivaled event dead
zones and first-class dynamic ranges, it includes four models to better suit your specific OTDR testing requirements.

UN I QUE ADVANTAG ES

FasTrace function: one-touch testing for top user-friendliness
8-hour power autonomy
Lightweight: 1 kg
USB port (memory-stick compatible) for easy data transfer
Large internal memory (up to 500 results)

Transflective color display for viewing clear results under
bright sunlight

Superior automated analysis for a better, easier
and faster diagnosis

Automatic pass/fail analysis and macrobend locating
Auto-zoom on events

MODEL WA VELENGTHS D YNAMIC RANGES

AXS-100 Access OTDR 1310/1550/1625 nm 29/28/28 dB
Designed for singlemode OTDR troubleshooting
(in-service PON troubleshooting option)

AXS-110-SM Singlemode OTDR 1310/1550 nm 32/30 dB
Ideal for FTTx/access and CATV testing

AXS-110-MM Multimode OTDR 850/1300 nm 24/25 dB
Optimized for enterprise/premises/private network
testing on both 50 and 62.5 μm multimode fiber

AXS-110 All-Fiber OTDR 850/1300/1310/1550 nm 24/25/32/30 dB
Combines singlemode and multimode capabilities
for enterprise/campus/access networks

Span length (distance)

Pass/fail status

Macrobend detector

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The AXS-100’s unique software functionalities provides in-depth
results at a glance.

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EXFO’s AXS-100 Access OTDR combines the industry’s leading OTDR technology with power meter functionalities in one powerful
handheld unit. Optimized for point-to-point testing of passive optical networks (PON) within FTTx architectures, it offers several
wavelength configurations and a wide range of options, for first-class flexibility.

IN-SERVICE PON TROUBLESHOOTING OPTION

The AXS-100 Access OTDR is specifically designed for in-service PO N troubleshooting. It features an optional dedicated port for
testing at 1625 nm incorporating a filter that rejects all unwanted signals (1310, 1490 and 1550 nm) that could contaminate the OTDR
measurement. The filter only lets through the 1625 nm OTDR signal, ensuring accurate OTDR measurements.

In-service OTDR troubleshooting of optical fiber does not interfere with the normal operation and expected performance of the
information channels. EXFO’s AXS-100 does not interfere with the CO’s laser transmitters, as it uses an out-of-band wavelength,
as per the ITU-T L.41 recommendation (“Maintenance Wavelength on Fibers Carrying Signals”).

The AXS-100 Access OTDR: the Definitive
Troubleshooting OTDR

The AXS-110 OTDR: the LAN/WAN Test Solution

EASY LOCATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF EVENTS

The AXS-110 OTDR models help you boost test productivity for inside-plant applications. Its exceptional 0.8 m event dead zone enables
you to easily locate and characterize all events between the transmitter and the central office’s fiber, access and FTTH network applications,
where events are usually closely spaced.

MU LTIM ODE AND SINGLEM ODE FLEXIBILITY

The AXS-110 All-Fiber OTDR combines singlemode and multimode functionalities, ideal for premises/private/enterprise network
testing. Test multimode fiber within premises, or singlemode fiber between premises—all with a single OTDR unit—and maximize your
return on investment.

END-TO-END PON CHARACTERIZATION

The AXS-110 OTDR models let you test through high-port-count splitters—even 1 x 32 splitters—perfect for passive optical network
(PON) testing.

AXS-110 ALL-FIBER OTDR: KEY ADVANTAGES

Perfect tool for tier-2 certification of premises networks
Pass/fail features that comply with industry standards such as TIA

568c and IEEE 802.3ah
Highest dynamic range of the industry for a handheld OTDR
Power meter option, for crosschecking the total loss using the

built-in OTDR laser in continuous source mode

Usually MM fibers
50 µm or 62.5 µm

Usually MM fibers

Usually SM fibers

Voice
Data

Optical

Video

Transmitter

OLT

CO

WDM

Coupler

EDFA

Patch Panel

Splitter

1 x N

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Patch Panel

Down branch
Active branches

Distribution Fiber

Drop

Terminal

Drop

Terminal

ONT

Drop

ONT

ONT

ONT

Step 2: Press FastTrace

Step 1: Connect the launch fiber

Step 3: Look at the result

SI M P L E AS 1-2-3

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Unique Trace Analysis Software Features,
for Fast, Reliable Results

AXS-100 series OTDRs make link assessment a fast, simple task, providing unparalleled ease of use, even for technicians with little
background in optical/OTDR testing. Designed for boosting O TDR testing efficiency , whether for multimode or singlemode applications,
the AXS-100 software offers:

Full access to OTDR traces from major test equipment manufacturers

Based on the universal Bellcore format (.sor, Telcordia SR-4731), the software lets you access
OTDR traces from various test and measurement manufacturers. You can therefore seamlessly
switch to the AXS-100 series and still refer to your previously archived OTDR files.

Summary screen

View all your test results at once. Enjoy fail-safe OTDR post-analysis.

Faster acquisition—five seconds

Spend less time retrieving your OTDR traces, speeding up your test cycles.

Best-in-class software analysis

EXFO’s leading expertise in OTDR testing and trace analysis lets you benefit from high-end
software in a handheld unit. Focus on what’s real: generate a list of all events actually
present on the link.

Auto-zoom on events

Automatically toggle between events, and get an instant zoom on an event along with its
markers.

The summary screen: all your test results
at a glance.

Event table: all events present on the link.

Auto-zoom buttons.

Easily zoom
on a event.

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The Fiber Technician’s Complete Test Set—
Value-Added Options

IP TESTING

Performing complete access network testing also means testing the delivered service. With the AXS-100’s IP testing option, you can
perform basic IP verification that will facilitate future troubleshooting operations.

VISUAL FAULT LOCATOR

Ideal for easily identifying macrobends, bad splices or bad connectors, this option delivers built-in 650 nm visual fault location on a
universal connector.

POWE R M ETER GeX

The AXS-100’s optional power meter covers the 800 to 1650 nm range, offering a power range of –60 to 26 dBm (GeX 2 mm); it is
also calibrated according to CWDM wavelengths. The optional power meter comes with a three-year recommended calibration interval,
providing for a very low cost of ownership.

SmartKit SOFTWARE

Save time on the field with automated software analysis functions. Let the instrument work for you. This software package combines
automatic macrobend detection, pass/fail and fault finding features. It enables you to access all your results at once and easily check link
status. A single summary screen shows you detailed pass/fail status, fiber-length measurements and pinpoint macrobend localizat ion.

FIBER INSPECTION PROBE

In any optical network, connectors should be kept clean
and in good condition—which is not always easy in
outside conditions. You can quickly and easily inspect
fiber ends or connectors using a fiber inspection probe,
and view the endfaces on the AXS-100’s high-resolution
display. Then, save your image captures for future
documentation purposes.

View fiber ends and connector endfaces on the AXS-100’s high-resolution display.

OTDR Port

Multimode testing or in-service
singlemode testing.

Power Meter Detector Port

Compatible with almost every connector
on the market. Manually and efficiently
perform power and loss testing. Accurately
measure power up to 26 dBm.

OTDR Po r t

Singlemode testing.

VFL Port

Built-in 650 nm visual fault location
on a universal connector.

Infrared Printer Interface

RJ-45

For TCP/IP testing.

AC Adapter

USB B

For data transfer using ActiveSync.

USB A

For data transfer using memory stick.

Fiber Inspection Probe Port

Flexible Connectivity

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Fast-Track Data Post-Processing
with FastReporter Software

The optional FastReporter software package provides you with the post-processing tools and functionalities you need to meet such
challenges, whatever the application. Designed for off-line analysis of field-acquired data, FastReporter offers a truly intuitive graphical
user interface, which contributes to boosting productivity.

POWERFUL BATCH PROCESSING

Automate repetitive operations on large numbers of OTDR test files, and
optimize your productivity. Document an entire cable in a matter of seconds.
Adjust your cable parameters and detection thresholds and perform batch
analysis. Open OTDR files from various vendors’ equipment and convert them
to the universal Telcordia format.

BI D I R E CTIONAL BATCH ANALYSIS

Analyze an entire cable in just two steps. View data for all events on all fibers,
and at each wavelength, on a single screen.

LIVE TE M P L ATING F O R OTDR TESTING

Benefit from one-step file management at any wavelength. Keep full control by
adding or removing events manually, or add/remove events automatically using
a reference. Get uniform, detailed cable reports.

FLEXIBLE RE PORTING

Choose from various report templates, including loss and ORL, OTDR, PMD,
CD and fiber characterization. Generate comprehensive cable reports in PDF,
Excel or HTML format.

TIME SAVERS FROM EXFO’S OTDR
VIEWER SOFTWARE

This free software brings you key data post-processing features such as:

Pass/warning/fail threshold setup, which helps you meet ribbon and multifiber
validation specifications

Bidirectional trace analysis, which provides more accurate, averaged loss
measurements for each event

Multifiber testing using the Template Trace mode, which dynamically compares
new OTDR results with a trace you assign as a reference

Bidirectionnal Batch Analysis

AXS-100 Series

Handheld OTDR

LASE R SAFETY

21 CFR 104 0.10 AN D IEC 60825-1:19 93+A2:2001
CLASS 1M WITHO UT VFL O PTI O N
CLASS 3R WITH VFL OPTION

LASER RADIATION

AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE

CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT

IEC 60825-1:1993+A2:2001

21 CFR 1040.10

λ: 650 ±10 nm

P

out

maximum < 5mW (into free space)

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Notes

a All specifications valid at 23 °C ± 2 °C (73.4 °F ± 3.6 °F) with an FC/PC connector, unless

otherwise specified.

b. Typical dynamic range with longest pulse and three-minute averaging at SNR = 1.

Multimode dynamic range is specified for 62.5 μm fiber; a 3 dB reduction is seen
when testing 50 μm fiber.

c. Typical dead zone for multimode reflectance below – 35 dB and singlemode reflectance

below –45 dB, using shortest pulse.

d. For multimode port, controlled launch conditions allow 50 μm and 62.5 μm multimode fiber testing.
e. Does not include uncertainty due to fiber index.
f. Typical output power is given at 1300 nm for multimode output and 1550 nm for singlemode

output.
g. At 23 ºC ± 1 ºC, 1550 nm and with FC connector. With OTDR in idle mode, battery operated.
h. For ± 0.05 dB, from 18 ºC to 28 ºC.

SPECIFICATIONS

a

Wavelength (nm) 1310/1550/1625 850/1300/1310/1550
Dynamic range b(dB) 29/28/28 (1310/1550/1625) 24/25/32/30 (850/1300/1310/1550)
Pulse width (ns) 10, 30, 100, 275, 1000, 2500, 10 000 Multimode: 5, 10, 30, 100, 275, 1000

Singlemode: 5, 10, 30, 100, 275, 1000, 2500, 10 000
Event dead zone c(m) 2.5 0.8
Attenuation dead zone c(m) 11/12/12 3.5/4.5/4/4.5
Launch conditions

d

Class CPR 1 or 2
Linearity (dB/dB) ± 0.05 ± 0.03
Loss threshold (dB) 0.05 0.01
Loss resolution (dB) 0.01 0.01
Sampling resolution (m) 0.16 to 5 Multimode: 0.08 to 2.5

Singlemode: 0.08 to 5.0
Sampling points Up to 30 000 Up to 64 000
Distance uncertainty e(m) ± (1 + 0.005 % x distance + sampling resolution) ± (0.75 + 0.0025 % x distance + sampling resolution)
Distance range (km) 0.65 to 160 Multimode: 0.1 to 40

Singlemode: 0.65 to 260
Typical real-time refresh (Hz) 2 4
Memory capacity 5 00 traces 500 traces
Measurement time User-defined User-defined
Stable source output power

f

(dBm) –9 Multimode: –1.5

Singlemode: -6.5
Visual fault locator (optional) Laser, 650 nm ± 10 nm Laser, 650 nm ± 10 nm

CW Typical P

out

in 62.5/125 µm: 3 dBm (2 mW) CW Typical P

out

in 62.5/125 µm: 3 dBm (2 mW)

OPTIONAL P OWE R M ETER

g

Calibrated wavelengths (nm) 850, 1270, 1290, 1310, 1330, 1350, 1370, 1390, 1410, 1430, 1450, 1470, 1490,

1510, 1530, 1550, 1570, 1590, 1610, 1625
Power range (dBm) 26 to –64 (GeX 2 mm)
Uncertainty ±5 % ± 0.4 nW (up to 5 dBm)
Display resolution (dB) 0.01 (–54 dBm to P

max

)

0.1 (–54 dBm to –64 dBm)

1 (–64 dBm to min)
Automatic offset nulling range

h

Maximum power to —38 dBm
Tone detection (Hz) 270/1000/2000

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Size (H x W x D) 250 mm x 125 mm x 75 mm (9 7/8in x 4 15/16in x 3 in)
Weight 1 kg (2.2 lb)
Temperature operating –18 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)

storage –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F)
Relative humidity 0 % to 95 % non-condensing
Power Li-ion batteries 8 hours of continuous operation as per Bellcore TR-NWT-00113 8
Warranty (years) 1

AXS-100

AXS-110

AXS-100 Series

Handheld OTDR

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ORDERING INFORMATION

Model

AXS-100-

003B = Access OTDR 1550 nm

AXS-100-

023B = Access OTDR 1310/1550 nm

AXS-100-

034B = Access OTDR 1550/1625 nm

AXS-100-

000 = None

a

Connector

EA-EUI-

28 = APC/DIN 47256

EA-EUI-

89 = APC/FC, narrow key

EA-EUI-

91 = APC/SC

EA-EUI-

95 = APC/E-2000

EI-EUI-

28 = UPC/DI N 47256

EI-EUI-

76 = UPC/H M S-10/AG

EI-EUI-

89 = UPC/FC, narrow key

EI-EUI-

90 = UPC/ST

EI-EUI-

91 = UPC/SC

EI-EUI-

95 = UPC/E-2000

Second port

00 = None
04B = Filtered 1625 nm

b

Second connector

EA-EUI-

28 = APC/DIN 47256

EA-EUI-

89 = APC/FC, narrow key

EA-EUI-

91 = APC/SC

EA-EUI-

95 = APC/E-2000

EI-EUI-

28 = UPC/DI N 47256

EI-EUI-

76 = UPC/H M S-10/AG

EI-EUI-

89 = UPC/FC, narrow key

EI-EUI-

90 = UPC/ST

EI-EUI-

91 = UPC/SC

EI-EUI-

95 = UPC/E-2000

Software summary kit

SK

1 = SmartKit including macrobending detection,

pass/fail and fault finder

SK

2 = IP testing

SK

3 = Fiber inspection probe software

c

Probe

FP = Probe option
FP1 = Probe connector cable and 200X probe
FP5 = Probe connector cable and 200X/400X probe

VFL

00 = Without visual fault locator
VFL = With visual fault locator

Connector adapter

FOA-

12 = Biconic

FOA-

14 = D4, D4/PC

FOA-

16 = SMA/906

FOA-

22 = FC, FC (PC/SPC/UP C/APC), N EC-D3

FOA-

28 = DIN 47256 (LSA): DIN 47256 (PC/APC)

FOA-

32 = ST, ST (PC/SPC/U P C)

FOA-

40 = Diamond HMS-0, HFS-3 (3.5 mm)

FOA-

54 = SC (PC/SPC/UPC/APC)

FOA-

76 = F S MA HMS-10/AG, HFS-10/AG

FOA-

78 = Radiall EC

FOA-

84 = Diamond HMS-10, HFS-13

FOA-

96B = E-2000/APC

FOA-

98 = LC

FOA-

99 = MU

Power meter

00 = Without power meter
PM2X = With GeX power meter

AXS-100-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX

Notes

a Please refer to the example above. First select the singlemode connector, and then the multimode connector.
b. Singlemode only.
c. Mandatory with FP1 or FP5.

Model

AXS-110-

23B = Dual-wavelength SM OTDR 1310/1550 nm

(9/125 μm)

AXS-110-

12CD = Dual-wavelength MM OTDR 850/1300 nm

(50/125 μm, 62.5/125 μm)

AXS-110-

12CD-23B = Four-wavelength MM/S M all-fiber OTDR

850/1300 nm (50/125 μm, 62.5/125 μm)
and 1310/1550 nm (9/125 μm)

Connector

a

EA-EUI-28b = APC/DI N 47256
EA-EUI-

89b = APC/FC, narrow key

EA-EUI-

91b = APC/SC

EA-EUI-

95b = APC/E-2000

EI-EUI-

28 = UPC/DI N 47256

EI-EUI-

76 = UPC/H M S-10/AG

EI-EUI-

89 = UPC/FC, narrow key

EI-EUI-

90 = UPC/ST

EI-EUI-

91 = UPC/SC

EI-EUI-

95 = UPC/E-2000

Power meter

00 = Without power meter
PM2X = With GeX power meter

Software summary kit

SK1 = SmartKit including macrobending detection,

pass/fail and fault finder

SK

2 = IP testing

SK

3 = Fiber inspection probe software

c

Probe

FP = Probe option
FP1 = Probe connector cable and 200X probe
FP5 = Probe connector cable and 200X/400X probe

VFL

00 = Without visual fault locator
VFL = With visual fault locator

Connector adapter

FOA-

12 = Biconic

FOA-

14 = D4, D4/PC

FOA-

16 = SMA/906

FOA-

22 = FC, FC (PC/SPC/UP C/APC), N EC-D3

FOA-

28 = DIN 47256 (LSA): DIN 47256 (PC/APC)

FOA-

32 = ST, ST (PC/SPC/U P C)

FOA-

40 = Diamond HMS-0, HFS-3 (3.5 mm)

FOA-

54 = SC (PC/SPC/UPC/APC)

FOA-

76 = F S MA HMS-10/AG, HFS-10/AG

FOA-

78 = Radiall EC

FOA-

84 = Diamond HMS-10, HFS-13

FOA-

96B = E-2000/APC

FOA-

98 = LC

FOA-

99 = MU

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EXFO is certified ISO 9001 and attests to the quality of these products.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
EXFO has made every effort to ensure that the information contained
in this specification sheet is accurate. All of EXFO’s manufactured
products are compliant with the European Union’s WEEE directive . For
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accept n o responsibility for any errors or omissions, and we reserve the
right to modify design, characteristics and products at any time w ithout
obligation. Units of measurement in this document conform to SI
standards and practices. Contact EXFO for prices and availability or to

obtain the phone number of your local EXFO distributor.

For the most recent version of this spec sheet, please go to the EXFO
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In case of discrepancy, the Web version takes pr ecedence over any printed
literature.

Example: AXS-110-12CD-23B-EA-EUI-8 9-EI-EUI-95­PM2X-FOA-22-VFL-FP1-SK1-SK2-SK3

Example: AXS-100-023B-EI-EU I-8 9-0 4B-EA-E UI-91­PM2X-FOA-22-VFL-FP1-SK1-SK2-SK3