EXFO's Exclusive Single-Ended CD/PMD Analysis Method Achieves Standardization
December 03 2009 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Single-ended CD/PMD analyzer characterizes networks three times
faster than any other dispersion tool, supporting faster
next-generation network deployment QUEBEC CITY, Dec. 3
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc.
(NASDAQ:EXFONASDAQ:TSX:NASDAQ:EXF) announced today the
standardization of the SOP sampling analysis (SSA) test method on
which is based its FTB-5700, a single-ended dispersion analyzer
specifically designed to address characterization, upgrade and OPEX
challenges in metro mesh networks. Deploying fast services on mesh
networks requires the characterization of every single link span to
map out the network's dispersion issues and optimize bandwidth
usage. The SSA standard (TIA FOTP-243) allows tests to be performed
by a single technician instead of two, effectively reducing the
manpower required and therefore simplifying the process. In
addition, each mesh network node is connected to multiple links
spreading in multiple directions. Therefore, using a traditional
end-to-end measurement tool not only demands an extra technician,
but it also involves the second technician commuting from one site
to the other, wasting valuable test time for both technicians. The
SSA approach avoids such resource dead time, as a single technician
can perform the same tests that two technicians used to do-in a
fraction of the time formerly required. The result is reduced OPEX,
reduced time-to-revenue and higher resource efficiency, by
approximately a factor of three. "Over the years, EXFO has
pioneered and standardized several PMD test methods, from PSA to
GINTY to the brand-new distributed PMD analysis approach. This
latest technology breakthrough once again testifies to the strong
emphasis we have always placed on innovation," said Etienne Gagnon,
EXFO's Vice-President of Product Management and Marketing. "In
order to help service providers meet their metro network upgrade
challenges, we have designed a single-ended CD and PMD test
solution that truly reduces OPEX, both in the short and long term.
What's more, this method does not compromise on measurement
accuracy, as evidenced by the TIA's acknowledgment and issuance of
a fiber-optic test procedure (FOTP) number." About EXFO EXFO is a
leading provider of test and service assurance solutions for
network operators and equipment manufacturers in the global
telecommunications industry. The Telecom Division, which accounts
for almost 90% of the company's revenues, offers a wide range of
innovative solutions to assess optical networks, from the core to
access, as well as next-generation IP infrastructures and related
triple-play services. The Life Sciences and Industrial Division
offers solutions in medical device and opto-electronics assembly,
fluorescence microscopy and other life science sectors. For more
information, visit http://www.exfo.com/. DATASOURCE: EXFO
ELECTRO-OPTICAL ENGINEERING INC. CONTACT: Maryse Brodeur, Media
Planner, (418) 683-0913, Ext. 3429, ; Vance Oliver, Manager,
Investor Relations, (418) 683-0913, Ext. 3733,
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