OTDR fault diagnosis
Following best practices, understanding common faults, and utilizing the right testing procedures will help technicians achieve efficient fiber optic fault resolution.
Common Faults of EXFO Optical Time Domain Reflectometers
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Large peaks on the OTDR trace suggest a high-reflectance event, often caused by air gaps, poorly seated connectors, or mismatched connector types. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, be it electronically, mechanically, or by any other means such as photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior writt eved to be accurate and reliable. OTDR fault diagnosis – Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs) help technicians locate and diagnose faults in fiber optic networks. Ensure the integrity of your fiber optic network with an Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR).
