Cloud OTDR Pro: remote OTDR measurements for FTTH and large networks

The Cloud OTDR Pro as a remote OTDR solution for large fiber optic networks

The CloudOTDR Pro is designed for large-scale fiber projects, such as Fiber To The Home (FTTH), where hundreds of fibers must be measured quickly and reliably without a physical presence in the POP. Thanks to the internal multi-wavelength OTDR module, accurate measurements and error detection are easy.

External optical switches, configurable from 60 to 144 ports or more, make the system flexible and scalable. With the built-in fiber optic communication module, multiple sites can be efficiently connected remotely and monitored via CloudOTDR software. This results in maximum efficiency, centralized management and complete control over complex fiber optic networks, while eliminating the need for technicians to be on site.

Cloud OTDR Pro mainframe

The mainframe is installed centrally and performs measurements and monitoring, then transmits the data to the cloud. It has multiple connections, including:

• A power port for the mainframe
• Power and communication ports for the optical mechanical switch
• An antenna port for communication over the mobile (4G) network
• A LAN connection for locations where no mobile network is available
• An Auxiliary port for connecting a proprietary OTDR for independent fiber optic measurements

Optical mechanical switch

To the mainframe of the CloudOTDR you connect an optical mechanical switch. These switches act as an extension of the system and is intended for switching between fiber optic fibers at the front end. On each mainframe you can connect a direct optical switch, but in case of need a switch behind switch can also be placed.

Pre- and post-tensioning reels for accurate fiber optic measurements

When performing accurate OTDR measurements with the CloudOTDR Pro, pre- and post-tensioning reels (launch fiber stacks) are used. These reels are connected to the output ports of the optical switch and allow you to connect the desired fiber channels to the fibers to be measured. This prevents reflections and dead zones in the measurement and gives you a full view of the fiber link.

In larger CloudOTDR Pro configurations, with optical switches with many channels, multiple launch fiber stacks may be required. This ensures that all fibers in the network, even with hundreds of connections, can be tested reliably and consistently.