II-VI Photonics (US) Compact Embedded OTDR

    March 3, 2017
    This low-power embedded optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) provides real-time intelligence of the network plant. By embedding the OTDR directly into system cards, constant assessment and feedback is available within the system control plane.
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    This low-power embedded optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) provides real-time intelligence of the network plant. By embedding the OTDR directly into system cards, constant assessment and feedback is available within the system control plane. The embedded OTDR is a compact device with simple interfaces, but powered by complex digital processing to generate and
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    analyze data in real time. System vendors can now monitor data on fiber plant quality both at startup and as events occur to ensure that decision making is based on optimum information when and where it is needed.

    Judge's comment: "OTDR is a valuable function, and this module is indeed unique in the industry and should enable wider adoption of embedded system monitoring."

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