Atec Exfo-PPM-350B-EG User Manual

The market’s first BPON/EPON/GPON
power meter

New PPM-352B-EG-ER: the only power meter truly optimized for
EPON and GPON architectures

Pass/warning/fail indicators (10 threshold sets) for easy assessment
of power values—anywhere on the network

Simultaneous measurement and display of all PON signals—voice,
data and video

Filtered measurements, providing distinct power values for each signal
(1310 nm, 1490 nm and 1550 nm)

Two-port pass-through configurations* enabling full OLT-to-ONT
communication while testing.

The most easy-to-use instrument of its kind: simply connect the fiber
and read the results

Extended-range for testing at the central office (CO) and before
the splitter

Go-anywhere versatility: enables quick, accurate testing
all across the network

*Protected by US patent no. 7,187,861, German Utility Patent no. 20 2004 021 208.0, and subject of
several pending national entries in other countries under the Patent Cooperation Treaty.

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NETWORK TESTING—OPTICAL

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PON Power Meter

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A Revolutionary Testing Tool for FTTH
and FTTP Systems

The industry’s first PON-specific power meter, the
PPM-350B is the flagship of EXFO’s line of test
instruments specifically intended for FTTH and FTTP
systems. The PPM-352B-EG-ER is the ideal tool for
FTTH/FTTP service activation and troubleshooting.

Service Activation Testing

Optimizing network reliability requires that all PON
signals be measured all the way through service
activation to ensure they meet established standards.
The PPM-350B offers the features to address this need:

Pass-through connection for ONT signal
measurement and simultaneous measurement
of all PON signals

Filtered detectors for individual measurement
of each wavelength

Upstream burst detection at 1310 nm

Troubleshooting Testing

Throughout the maintenance phase, various
transmission problems—fiber cuts, damaged/dirty
connectors, macrobendings, optical transmitter failure,
etc.—may ultimately cause signal loss or degradation.
Benefit from the PPM-350B’s troubleshooting
functionalities:

Quick, on-site test and measurement of PON
signals, anywhere on the network

Fault identification and isolation

Upstream signal
from the ONT

Downstream signal
from the OLT

The PPM-352B-EG-ER

The PPM-350B’s threshold configuration software interface.

The PPM-350B is a choice solution for service activation and maintenance of all PON architectures within a network.

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Correctly measuring PON signals can be a
challenging task: not only can a single fiber carry up
to three signals, but the upstream signal coming from
the ONT operates in burst mode, which means that
it is only active during its “allowed” timeslot. This is
true whether the network is based on the BPON,
EPON or GPON technology. Moreover, the timeslot
is shorter in higher-speed networks such as EPON
and GPON. Designed with this in mind, the PPM­350B PON Power Meter delivers accurate results
for burst signals.

Groundbreaking Technology—Two-Port Pass-Through*

The PPM-352B-EG-ER acts as a pass-through device, which means that it is connected between the OLT and the ONT. A small
percentage of the signal is extracted for use by the power meter's detectors.

This approach enables all wavelengths to be used simultaneously. Also, since the PON equipment can keep functioning normally, the ONT
continues to operate (to respond to the OLT), and therefore to transmit and have its laser on.

Up to 10 User-Definable Threshold Sets

Depending on the location of the test and the type of equipment used, different threshold values can be required. The PPM-350B enables
you to select from up to 10 threshold sets—each set consisting of three wavelengths (1310, 1490 and 1550 nm) having their own pass,
warning and fail thresholds. These values can be configured via the PC-based software.

CONFIGURATION

PPM-352B-EG-ER
Two-port pass-through: all wavelengths; X
upstream measurement
Downstream OLT signal (1490 nm) X
for up to 2.5 Gbit/s
Downstream RF video signal (1550 nm) X
Upstream BPON ONT signal for up to X
622 Mbit/s, as per ITU 983 (A, B, C)
Upstream EPON and G PON ONT signal for up X
to 1.25 Gbit/s, as per ITU 984 and IEEE 802.3ah
Extended range for testing over the entire X
BPON, E PON or GPON architecture

Voice

Data

1 x N

Splitter

.
.
.
.
.

Drop

Terminal

Drop

Terminal

CO

Patch Panel

Patch Panel

FDH

Distribution Fiber

OLT

Optical

Video

Transmitter

EDFA

ONT

WDM

Coupler

ONT

Drop

Terminal

ONT

ONT

*Protected by US patent no. 7,187,861, German Utility Patent no. 20 2004 021 208.0, and subject
of several pending national entries in other countries under the Patent Cooperation Treaty.

Upstream Burst Detection—Not To Be Taken Lightly

The PPM-350B allows for pass-through connection in any PON architecture.

The PPM-350B’s display. The PPM-352B-EG-ER used at the ONT.

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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 speci fication sheet is accurate. H owever, we accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions, and we reserve the right to modify
design, characteristics and products at any time without obligation. Units of measurement in this document conform to SI standards and practices. In addition, all of EXFO’s manufactured products are compliant with the European Union’s WEEE directive. For more information, please
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In case of discrepancy, the Web version takes precedence over any printed literature.

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SPECIFICATIONS

a

PPM-352B-EG-ER

BPON EPON/GPON
Power measurement range – pass zone 1310 nm 10 to –40
for continuous data stream (dBm) 1490 nm 12 to –40

1550 nm 25bto –40
Burst mode measurement capability: CO to ONT
Burst mode measurement range b(dBm) 1310 nm 10 to –33 10 to –29
ORL c(dB) 1550 nm 55
Pass through insertion loss b(dB) 1.5
Spectral passband (nm) 1310 nm 1260 to 1360

1490 nm 1480 to 1500

1550 nm 1539 to 1565
Power uncertainty at calibrated 0.5
wavelengths

b, d

(dB)
Refresh rate of display (Hz) 2.5
Calibrated wavelengths (nm) 1310, 1490, 1550
Threshold sets 10 configurable threshold sets with threshold naming
Autonomy b(hours) > 30
Number of ports 2
Warranty and recommended 1
calibration interval (year)

User guide, three AA batteries, wrist strap, PC threshold-transfer software, RS-232 cable.

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

Size (H x W x D) 185 mm x 100 mm x 55 mm (7 1/4 in x 4 in x 2 1/8 in)
Weight 0.4 kg (0.9 lb)
Temperature

operating –10 °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

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model

PPM-35

2B-EG-ER = PON power meter, two ports, BPON,

extended range EPON, G PON

Connector

e

EI-EUI-28 = UPC/ DIN 47256
EI-EUI-76 = UPC/HMS-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
EA-EUI-28 = APC/DIN 47256
EA-EUI-89 = APC/ FC narrow key
EA-EUI-

91 = APC/SC

EA-EUI-95 = APC/E-2000

Example: PPM-352B-EG-E R-EA-EUI-91

Notes

a. At room temperature.
b. Typical.
c. For APC connectors. Typically > 35 dB for UPC connectors.
d. Around –7 dBm, CW.
e. S ame connectors for both ports.