VIAVI E41MPO48SM High-Capacity MPO Based External Switch with Connecting Kit - 48 Ports

48-port high-capacity MPO based external switch kit for automated bulk OTDR testing of high fiber count cables with VIAVI test platforms.

Number of Ports: 48 ports + one common port
Operating Wavelength Range: 1270 nm - 1670 nm
Insertion Loss (1600 nm to 1670 nm): <1.2 dB from 1600 nm to 1670 nm
Insertion Loss (1528 nm to 1600 nm): <1.6 dB from 1528 nm to 1600 nm

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI E41MPO48SM is the 48-port member of the High Capacity MPO Based External Switches family. It is supplied as a connecting kit and is used with an OTDR 4100 series module to automate bulk testing of high fiber count cables and native multi-fiber MPO/MTP links.

The switch connects externally to the T-BERD/MTS-4000 V2 and OneAdvisor 800 platforms via USB and is powered by the test platform. Test sequences can run OTDR or, with the TrueBIDIR software option, bidirectional OTDR measurements on simplex fibers (through fanout/breakout cables) or on native MPO links.

The automated switch sequence is managed by the Cable-SLM application, which gives an overview of a high fiber count project with a pass/fail status for each fiber and connector tested. A "Test All Fibers" function starts a fully automated sequence and delivers a verdict for each fiber of a 12-fiber MPO connector, and individual fibers can be selected for troubleshooting and fault diagnosis.

During network construction, contractors can test many fibers from a single central point such as a local office. Tests can also be launched or controlled remotely with the SmartAccess Anywhere (SAA) software option, and the solution is StrataSync enabled for cloud-based asset, configuration, test data and workflow management.

Key Features

High capacity external switch with connecting kit, 48 ports
Field solution powered by the test platform
Automated switching through Cable-SLM software
Compatible with OTDR A, B, C, 4100 series modules and with TrueBIDIR software options
External connection to T-BERD/MTS-4000 V2 and OneAdvisor 800 via USB
StrataSync enabled: centralized cloud based asset, configuration, test data and workflow management
Remote launch and control of tests with SmartAccess Anywhere (SAA) software option
Automatic generation and archiving of result files, fiber and cable reports

Specifications

Optical Specifications

Number of Ports E41MPO48SM	48 ports + one common port Datasheet lists 48, 96, 144, 192 ports + one common port across the family
Operating Wavelength Range	1270 nm - 1670 nm Typical at 25°C
Insertion Loss (1600 nm to 1670 nm) E41MPO48SM	<1.2 dB from 1600 nm to 1670 nm Excluding connectors; for 48 ports
Insertion Loss (1528 nm to 1600 nm) E41MPO48SM	<1.6 dB from 1528 nm to 1600 nm Excluding connectors; for 48 ports
Return Loss with connectors	>50 dB
Connector Type - Common Port	LC/APC
Connector Type - Output Ports	MPO-12 APC (pinned)

General

Dimensions	Depth: 292 mm, Height: 80 mm, Length: 230 mm
Weight	1.5 kg
Operating temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Storage temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Interfaces	RS485
Power supply	Powered by the mainframe unit via USB port cable USB cable supplied with the switch connecting kit

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

High fiber count cable certification
Data center interconnect
FTTH/Access networks
Native multi-fiber connector links (MPO, MTP)
Backbone/FTTH construction

Included

1x external switch mounted in a protective carrying kit
1x 3 m jumper LC/APC to SC/APC (EPCSM3M-SCA-LCA)
RS485 to USB adapter (remote connection module) including 1x USB and 1x RS485 cable
Rubber housing kit
Carrying case

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
ECABLESLM	Cable management software option for new platforms — Allows the configuration of an automatic switch sequence
ECABLESLM-UPG	Cable management software option for installed platforms — Allows the configuration of an automatic switch sequence
ELCSM25A-MPOF-MPOM	1x 25 m SM MPO unpinned to MPO pinned launch cable
ELCSM25A-MPOF-MPOF	1x 25 m SM MPO unpinned to MPO unpinned launch cable
ELCSM25-MPO-SC	1x 25 m SM fanout launch cable MPO unpinned to SC/PC
ELCSM25-MPO-SCA	1x 25 m SM fanout launch cable MPO unpinned to SC/APC
ELCSM25-MPO-LCA	1x 25 m SM fanout launch cable MPO unpinned to LC/APC
ELCSM25-MPO-LC	1x 25 m SM fanout launch cable MPO unpinned to LC/PC
ECLIKCLEANERMPO	IBC Cleaning Tool for MTP/MPO connectors