VIAVI FiberComplete PRO bidirectional IL/ORL and OTDR fiber acceptance test solution
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FiberComplete PRO

VIAVI FiberComplete PRO Automated Bidirectional IL/ORL and OTDR Fiber Acceptance Test Suite

Automated bidirectional IL/ORL and OTDR fiber acceptance testing from one fiber connection and a single button press.

Size (HxWxD)
134 x 128 x 40 mm (5.28 x 5.04 x 1.58 in)
Weight
0.4 kg (0.88 lb.)
Operating temperature
0°C to 50°C (+32°F to 122°F)
Storage temperature
-20°F to + 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Datasheet

Overview

FiberComplete PRO is a suite of fiber test and certification capabilities that lets field technicians certify and troubleshoot fiber links. It combines bidirectional insertion loss (IL), optical return loss (ORL) and OTDR acceptance testing into one automated workflow that runs from a single test port connection and a single key press. VIAVI states that the added automation and test sequencing can cut fiber acceptance testing time by up to 80%.

The application handles the required acceptance measurements, including bidirectional tests, and sequences them automatically for single fibers or high fiber count cables. A data link over the fiber under test configures the far-end unit automatically and exchanges results between the two ends. TrueBIDIR analysis gives the bidirectional OTDR event loss on the instrument. Results are saved automatically, PDF reports are generated on the instrument, and reports can be uploaded to StrataSync as part of the Test Process Automation (TPA) suite.

Hardware platform

FiberComplete PRO runs with the FiberComplete integrated loss, ORL and OTDR modules (4100 Series) on the T-BERD/MTS-2000 V2, T-BERD/MTS-4000 V2 and OneAdvisor 800 platforms. Each 4100 module has a light source, a calibrated power meter and a built-in data link, so it can measure bidirectional IL/ORL, length and OTDR in one test sequence from one optical port. It supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint (PON) networks, and the 4100 C module also covers hollow core fiber.

Key Features

  • Guided step-by-step test processes
  • Automated bidirectional process with single test port and one button press (patented)
  • Data link via the fiber under test (FUT) for automatic test configuration and results exchange (patent pending)
  • Instant bidirectional OTDR event loss analysis with TrueBIDIR (patented)
  • Complete bidirectional IL, ORL and OTDR certification in 1 min 10 sec
  • Advanced test sequencing with fiber cable management for high fiber count cables
  • Automatic file storage and on-board PDF report generation
  • Native multi-fiber optical connector support, removing the need for fan-out cables
  • Direct report upload to the cloud via StrataSync TPA suite
  • Real-time end-to-end fiber continuity check
  • Instant fiber length measurement
  • < 5 s for bidirectional IL/ORL at three wavelengths
  • IL/ORL and OTDR in a single test sequence, results file and report
  • Dual and tri wavelength module versions
  • Up to 45 dB dynamic range
  • Onboard referencing wizard
  • Bidirectional measurement on hollow core fiber with all-direction results on one unit

Specifications

General
Size (HxWxD) 134 x 128 x 40 mm (5.28 x 5.04 x 1.58 in)
4100 Series module
Weight 0.4 kg (0.88 lb.)
4100 Series module
Operating temperature 0°C to 50°C (+32°F to 122°F)
Additional temperature restrictions may apply based on the mainframe used
Storage temperature -20°F to + 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
As printed in the datasheet; the Fahrenheit conversion suggests -20°C to +60°C
Humidity (noncondensing) 5 to 95%
Insertion Loss (Bidirectional Loss Test Set, CW)
Loss dynamic range
4100 B FiberComplete
 40 dB
Typical at 25°C
Loss dynamic range
4100 C FiberComplete
 45 dB
Typical at 25°C
Uncertainty ± 0.2 dB
Side by side reference, excluding connector uncertainty
Repeatability 0.05 dB
Ten (10) consecutive measurements, without disconnection
Display resolution 0.01 dB
Optical Return Loss
ORL display range 10 to 55 dB
Uncertainty ±0.5 dB
From 10 to 40 dB range, with references, excluding connector uncertainty
Display resolution 0.01 dB
Length
Length range
4100 B FiberComplete
 150 Km
Length range
4100 C FiberComplete
 200 Km
Uncertainty 0 /+5 m ± 0.001% x distance @ 1550 nm
Excluding group index uncertainties
OTDR
Laser safety class Class 1 - IEC 60825-1:2014
Sampling points Up to 256,000
Sampling resolution 4 cm min
Distance display range
4100 B FiberComplete
 Up to 260 Km
Distance display range
4100 C FiberComplete
 Up to 400 Km
Distance accuracy ± (0.5 m + sampling resolution + 0.001% x distance)
Excluding group index uncertainties
Attenuation linearity ± 0.03 dB/dB
Reflectance accuracy ± 2 dB
Central wavelengths
4100 B FiberComplete
 1310 ± 20 nm, 1550 ± 20 nm, 1625 ± 10 nm, 1650 + 10/-5 nm
1310/1550 nm: laser in CW at 25°C; 1625/1650 nm: laser at 25°C measured at 10 μs
Central wavelengths
4100 C FiberComplete
 1310 ± 20 nm, 1550 ± 20 nm, 1625 ± 10 nm, 1650 ± 15 nm
Laser at 25°C measured at 10 μs
RMS dynamic range
4100 B FiberComplete
 1310 nm: 42 dB; 1550 nm: 40 dB; 1625 nm: 40 dB; 1650 nm: 40 dB
One-way difference between extrapolated backscattering level at fiber start and RMS noise level, after 3 minutes averaging
RMS dynamic range
4100 C FiberComplete
 1310 nm: 45 dB; 1550 nm: 44 dB; 1625 nm: 43 dB; 1650 nm: 42 dB
One-way difference between extrapolated backscattering level at fiber start and RMS noise level, after 3 minutes averaging
Pulse widths 5 ns to 20 μs
3 ns pulse width available for 4100 Module C with option EPULSE3NS
Event dead zone
4100 B FiberComplete
 0.70 m
Measured at ±1.5 dB down from the peak of an unsaturated reflective event, 5 ns pulse width at 1310 nm
Event dead zone
4100 C FiberComplete
 0.65 m
Measured at ±1.5 dB down from the peak of an unsaturated reflective event, 5 ns pulse width at 1310 nm
Attenuation dead zone
4100 B FiberComplete
 3 m
Measured at ±0.5 dB down from the linear regression using FC/UPC-type reflectance, 5 ns pulse width at 1310 nm
Attenuation dead zone
4100 C FiberComplete
 2.5 m
Measured at ±0.5 dB down from the linear regression using FC/UPC-type reflectance, 5 ns pulse width at 1310 nm
Attenuation dead zone (PON splitter)
4100 B FiberComplete
 45 m
16 dB loss (typical 1x32) non-reflective splitter at 1310 nm, 200 ns pulse width
Attenuation dead zone (PON splitter)
4100 C FiberComplete
 20 m
16 dB loss (typical 1x32) non-reflective splitter at 1310 nm, 100 ns pulse width
OTDR (Hollow Core Fiber)
Dynamic range
4100 C FiberComplete
 30/30/29/27 dB
Attenuation dead zone (solid to hollow core transition)
4100 C FiberComplete
 20 m, after 15 dB Rayleigh backscattering difference
Measured on a non-reflective transition at 100 ns
Light Source
Wavelengths 1310/1550/1625 nm
4100 B: CW mode, ± 20 nm; 4100 C: CW mode, 1310 nm +5/-35 nm, 1550 nm +0/-40 nm, 1625 nm +0/-20 nm; laser temperature 25°C
Output power level (CW mode) -3.5 dBm
Output power level (modulation mode) -6.5 dBm
Modulation frequency (tone generation) 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 KHz, 2 KHz
Stability (8 hours) < ± 0.1 dB
After warm up time of 20 min
Auto λ mode Yes (with VIAVI compatible power meters)
Built-in Data Link (@ 1550 nm)
Dynamic range
4100 B FiberComplete
 Up to 40 dB
Dynamic range
4100 C FiberComplete
 Up to 45 dB
Platform Compatibility
Compatible platforms T-BERD/MTS-2000 V2, T-BERD/MTS-4000 V2, OneAdvisor 800

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

  • Fiber acceptance testing and certification
  • Network construction, expansion and maintenance
  • Data centers with solid core and hollow core fiber
  • Campus and metro data center interconnect
  • Access FTTx
  • Mobile fronthaul
  • Wireless backhaul, CRAN and 5G x-haul
  • Metro and core/long haul networks
  • High fiber count cable testing

Included

  • Light source and calibrated power meter (FiberComplete module)
  • Built-in high speed data link over the fiber under test
  • Accessory referencing kit (ENRTERMKIT) with SC and LC non reflective terminations and bulkhead adapters
  • SC/PC or SC/APC test port adapter (with each module)

Options & Accessories

Option Description
E4126-FCOMPFF-PC/-APC 4100 Module B FiberComplete – Fault Finder – 1310/1550 nm – PC/APC — Loss test set
E4136-FCOMPFF-PC/-APC 4100 Module B FiberComplete – Fault Finder – 1310/1550/1625 nm – PC/APC — Loss test set
E4126B-FCOMP-PC/-APC 4100 Module B FiberComplete – 1310/1500 nm – PC/APC — Loss test set + OTDR (wavelength printed as 1310/1500 nm in the ordering table)
E4136B-FCOMP-PC/-APC 4100 Module B FiberComplete – 1310/1550/1625 nm – PC/APC — Loss test set + OTDR
E4138FB65-FCOMP-APC 4100 Module B FiberComplete – 1310/1550/Filtered 1650 nm – APC — Loss test set + OTDR
E4136C-FCOMP-PC/-APC 4100 Module C FiberComplete – 1310/1550/1625 nm – PC/APC — Loss test set + OTDR
E41OTDRCR Module Calibration Report — Calibration report with OTDR data. Loss test set data are guaranteed by design.
EUSCADS/-APC SC/PC (Blue), SC/APC (Green) test port adapter - screw type
EULCADS/-APC LC/PC (Blue), LC/APC (Green) test port adapter - screw type
EUFCADS FC Test Port Adapter - screw type
ESCREWDRIVER-SENKO Screwdrivers kit for screw type test port adapters
ETRUEBIDIR-FCOMP-PRO/-UPG TrueBIDIR software option — Software option for bidirectional OTDR acquisition, with instant on board analysis and averaging for all networks; installed on the mainframe
ELOOPBACK-FCOMP-PRO/-UPG Loopback software option — Software option for bidirectional loopback OTDR acquisition with instant on board analysis and averaging for access networks; installed on the mainframe
ECABLESLM/-UPG Cable-SLM — Project cable management, up to 10,000 fibers
EPULSE3NS 3 ns pulse width option for 4100 Module C OTDR — Software option installed on the mainframe
E20PM Powermeter – for T-BERD/MTS-2000V2 mainframe — Mainframe hardware option, mandatory for loss test set referencing
E40PM Powermeter – for T-BERD/MTS-4000V2 mainframe — Mainframe hardware option, mandatory for loss test set referencing
ONA-PMVFL Powermeter and VFL – for OneAdvisor 800 mainframe — Mainframe hardware option, mandatory for loss test set referencing

Documents & Resources

FiberComplete Modules (4100 Series) for T-BERD/MTS and OneAdvisor 800 Platforms
datasheet · PDF
OTDR Launch and Receive Cables
datasheet · PDF
FiberComplete PRO
brochure · PDF
FiberComplete PRO User Manual: 4100 Series FiberComplete modules
manual · PDF
FiberComplete PRO Bidirectional IL, ORL, and OTDR Test
manual · PDF
FiberComplete PRO IL & ORL Loopback Referencing
manual · PDF
FiberComplete PRO IL & ORL Side-by-Side Referencing
manual · PDF
FiberComplete PRO Markers and Markers Lock Management
manual · PDF
FiberComplete PRO MPO based switch bidirectional IL, ORL, and OTDR Test
manual · PDF
FiberComplete PRO MPO based switch IL & ORL referencing
manual · PDF
Test, Analysis and Reporting Solutions for Hollow Core Fiber (FiberComplete, Fiber Characterization, Report PRO)
brochure · PDF
FiberComplete PRO - Acceptance Testing Process Control Application
other
FiberComplete PRO - How to perform side by side test cord/cable referencing
other
FiberComplete PRO - How to perform test cord/cable verification
other
Introduction and Overview - FiberComplete PRO - Fiber Acceptance Testing Process Control Application
other
T-BERD/MTS-2000 Software
software
T-BERD/MTS-4000 V2 Software
software
Faster Deployment and Monetization of Hyperscale and Edge Data Centers
app note · PDF
New Breakthroughs in Faster and Easier Fiber Testing
app note · PDF
Bidirectional Fiber Certification Blog Series - #1 Why Perform Bidirectional Fiber Testing?
other
Cable-SLM OTDR Application - Automates High-Count Fiber Optics Cables Tests
brochure · PDF
How to Perform Bidirectional OTDR Testing with FiberCompletePRO
other
Smarter Testing, Bidirectional Testing
other
Bidirectional Fiber Testing
other
Choosing the best OTDR Acquisition Method
other