VeEX RFTS-400

The RFTS-400 is VeEX's third-generation optical remote fibre test unit. The RFTS-400 fits into a 1U tray, which has six single-width slots. The OCM requires two slots, leaving four remaining slots in the tray, allowing up to an additional 4 single-slot OSM modules or additional OCM modules. The RFTS-400 is field serviceable, expandable, and upgradable. An unparalleled selection of OSM modules is available to support the many network type monitoring applications using the RFTS-400, such as dark fibre monitoring, in-service monitoring, PON construction and monitoring, infrastructure monitoring, and security monitoring.

One RFTS-400 OSM module can be configured to support up to 288 ports in 1U for high-density fibre-monitoring applications. All OSM modules can also be configured with integrated FWDM filters without needing additional shelf space for in-service monitoring. By incorporating the FWDM into the OSM module, we also simplify the system installation and reduce the system commissioning time while eliminating the possibility of cross-over connection concerns. The RFTS-400 can operate as a server-less remote fibre test system or as part of a centralised server monitoring system powered by VeSion®, VeEX's state of the art monitoring software platform.

Optical Control Module (OCM)

Key Features

• Up to 50 dB dynamic range excluding switch option
• Occupies 2 module slots in 1U tray; wall-mount option available
• Optional built-in switch up to 16 ports
• Simple installation and maintenance with front panel access
• Dual -48V DC inputs
• Dual Ethernet interface
• Dedicated management Ethernet interface for remote system diagnostic and recovery
• Low power consumption: 6W
• Secure HTTPS interface
• Solid state storage up to 10 TB
• Running ruggedized Linux® operating system (OS)
• Controls up to 4608 test ports
• Manage both serial and ethernet controlled optical switches
• OLS feature with tone generator for fast fiber identification and OLTS applications

Key Benefits & Applications

• Simple and intuitive installation and commissioning
• Serverless Remote Fiber Test System operation
• Continuously monitors fiber integrity
• Dark fiber and in-service monitoring up to 400 km using the bi-directional monitoring feature
• PON construction monitoring
• Out of band DWDM monitoring
• Improves failure detections to minute scale
• Supported by major GIS solutions
• Performs non-intrusive fiber characterization
• Proactive monitoring and machine learning-induced fiber degradation analysis
• Supports email notifications, SMS notifications, SNMP traps, relay outputs, and push notifications to the RFTS mobile app

Optical Switch Module (OSM)

Key Features

• MEMS based for high reliability and lifetime >1 billion cycles
• No external IP communication is required
• 1x8, 1x16, 1x32, 1x64 and 1x128,1x144,1x288 configurations available in 1U rack space
• Front access, high-quality LC/APC connectors
• Integrated FWDM option available
• No configuration required; OSM modules are controlled and powered by the OCM module

Key Benefits & Applications

• Low insertion loss
• Flat passband
• Fast switching time, <15ms for adjacent channels
• Protocol and bit-rate independent
• Single-mode fiber support
• Low reflectance and ORL