Anritsu Cloud Based Test Automation Tool for both Optical and RF Testing

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Anritsu has released another version of its SkyBridge Tools Test Manager that supports OTDR measurements to establish a comprehensive field test automation tool that supports both RF and optical testing. By reducing test time by as much as 90% and increasing accuracy more than 10 times, the product simplifies network installation verification, allowing contractors to close out projects more efficiently, receive prompt payment and start new projects faster.

The product brings full test automation to the Access Master MT9083 OTDR and Network Master Pro MT1000 optical transport tester. By allowing users to quickly create detailed test plans, script one-off field tests, judge the results and create reports, the product is a cloud-based solution suitable for RF contractors who must test DAS and cellular towers, as well as fibre contractors working in data centres, hybrid DAS, fronthaul, and backhaul or metro and core networks.

The product now has numerous features for more efficient testing of fibre-optic cables. A fibre test wizard automatically generates test plans that include fibre naming conventions, test set-up, judgement criteria and bidirectional test support. The new and complete OTDR criteria has a standard mode to simplify setting up test criteria and an advanced mode that offers full control of all the testing parameters, covering even the most demanding testing requirements. The instrument automation mode test feature completely automates the field test set-up and process. This supplies a single icon which eliminates all optical configuration, threshold settings and file naming processes. Pass/fail trace judgement is completed based on the test plan and criteria. VIP pass/fail judgement and easy reporting are also provided.

The product brings simplified testing processes to the network installation workflow, resulting in less time testing, more accurate tests and reliable payment for work done.