EXFO Launches the FOT-5200 CWDM Channel Analyzer, a New Handheld Test Solution for CWDM Networks
November 09 2010 - 9:00AM
EXFO Inc. (Nasdaq:EXFO) (TSX:EXF) announced today the launch of the
FOT-5200 CWDM Channel Analyzer, a new channel analyzer for CWDM
networks. The new FOT-5200 is the fastest and smallest tester on
the market for the installation, maintenance and repair of any CWDM
network, and is specifically suited for mobile backhaul activation
for telcos and cable TV operators.
With the ever-increasing challenge in meeting demand on
bandwidth and network congestion, multiple-service operators (MSO)
need visibility in wavelength power and allocation to find the
cause of possible transmission problems not related to the physical
media, and as a result spend more of their valuable time in
resolving this issue. Further, there is an exponential growth in
the mobile backhaul market and increase in CWDM deployments, which
allows for flexibility in terms of network planning and
installation while preserving scalability to handle far higher data
transmission volumes as bandwidth needs expand.
Coupled with usability and speed enhancements, the FOT-5200
drastically increases the field technicians' day-to-day efficiency
for network testing and activation. Ideal for mass CWDM
deployments, this low-cost optical spectrum analyzer alternative
delivers a highly sophisticated all-in-one tool kit with an
integrated broadband power meter and loss tester—but without a
complicated interface. To the contrary, the FOT-5200 provides
plug-and-play usability, displaying accurate results in bar graphs
and tables. In addition, it allows users to easily save and
download data through USB connection. All this, in the smallest and
fastest device the industry has to offer. The FOT-5200 is almost
half the weight of its closest competitor, has three times less
volume and can conduct accurate testing in a remarkable 5 seconds,
which is ten times faster than the industry average, proving
significant advantages in terms of size and testing speed.
"Our industry-leading optical test solutions continue to evolve
to address the growing needs of our customers, as there is a
significant market demand from multiple-service operators for
increased speed and decreased size in portable optical test
equipment. The FOT-5200 CWDM Channel Analyzer is the answer to this
concern," said Étienne Gagnon, EXFO's Vice-President—Wireline
Division and Corporate Marketing. "The FOT-5200 is a fast, accurate
and easy-to-use test device which translates into a clear
cost-effective benefit for MSOs and any CWDM network."
Visit our website for more information about the FOT-5200 CWDM
Analyzer.
About EXFO
Listed on the NASDAQ and TSX stock exchanges, EXFO is among the
leading providers of next-generation test and service assurance
solutions for wireless and wireline network operators and equipment
manufacturers in the global telecommunications industry. The
company offers innovative solutions for the development,
installation, management and maintenance of converged, IP fixed and
mobile networks — from the core to the edge. Key technologies
supported include 3G, 4G/LTE, IMS, Ethernet, OTN, FTTx, and various
optical technologies (accounting for an estimated 35% of the
portable fiber-optic test market). EXFO has a staff of
approximately 1600 people in 25 countries, supporting more than
2000 telecom customers worldwide. For more information, visit
www.EXFO.com.
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CONTACT: EXFO Inc.
Maryse Brodeur, Media Planner
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maryse.brodeur@EXFO.com
Vance Oliver, Manager, Investor Relations
(418) 683-0913, Ext. 3733
vance.oliver@EXFO.com
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