INTRODUCTION
OWL optical switches enable fiber optic technicians to use their traditional single-fiber testers, such as OTDRs, VFLs, power meters,
TM
and light sources to conveniently test 12-fiber MPO/MTP cabling without the need for bulky, confusing, and expensive breakout
cables or cassettes. Models are available for multimode or singlemode fibers.
MPO optical switches act as a sort of “traffic cop”, re-directing the optical signal from the input port to a specific MPO channel. MPO
channel selection is manually controlled via channel up / channel down buttons, allowing users to target specific MPO channels to be
tested. Channel number is indicated by a bright, easy-to-read 7-segment LED display.
The MPO optical port is covered by a shuttered dust cover, in order to prevent debris from collecting in the MPO port.
The optical switches are powered by a re-chargeable Lithium Polymer battery, allowing for
hours of continuous use on a complete
12
charge. The battery is charged via supplied USB charger and cable, and a battery indicator LED indicates low battery and charging
status.
OWL optical switches are also equipped with Bluetooth, allowing them to communicate wirelessly with certain Bluetooth-enabled
OWL power meters and OTDRs. While in AUTO mode, the OWL tester will tell the MPO switch to the next MPO channel to test.
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