VeEX FX180 mini optical channel analyser

The VeEX FX180 mini optical channel analyser is designed for CWDM/DWDM fibre network testing. Available in two test configurations, CWDM or DWDM C-band, the product measures key parameters such as wavelength, channel power, drift and OSNR. The compact, robust, lightweight tester can also be configured with the spectrum view option and fibre scope option for checking connectors.

The platform features a robust, hand-held design for field environments. It has a high-resolution, 5″ TFT colour touch screen for easy viewing, fast navigation and easy operation, as well as intuitive display and simple function keys. It has internal data storage with an expandable SD card and micro-USB OTG interface for flash drives, fibre inspection probe connection and test data transfer.

The platform has a rechargeable lithium polymer battery with capacity indicator, low-voltage alarm and auto-off function, and the capacity for more than 9 h continuous operation without recharging batteries. There is a built-in Wi-Fi option to perform software upgrades, as well as a built-in Bluetooth option for pairing mobile devices.

Key features include a wavelength range for CWDM or DWDM spectrum support; precise wavelength, level and OSNR measurement; built-in wavelength reference; measurement time of less than 5 s; simultaneous measurements of up to 96 channels at 50 GHz; DWDM channel spacing down to 50 GHz; the ability to generate and save test results in HTML file format; single or continuous repeat sweep; high wavelength accuracy of ±50 pm; dynamic measurement range of ≥65 dB; OSNR measurement range of 10–25 dB; low polarisation dependent loss (PDL) of <0.3 dB; DWDM optical rejection ratio of >40 dB at 200 GHz; an optional universal interface with interchangeable adapters; CWDM channel measurements per ITU-T G.694.2 grid; and DWDM C-Band channel measurements per ITU-T G.694.1 grid.