F300
The ARGUS F300 is a dedicated fibre-optic tester that combines OTDR and selective OPM functions, and is capable of determining and displaying the PON ID and XGS-PON ID.
The Universal Fibre Tester
The ARGUS F300 is a dedicated fibre-optic tester that combines OTDR and selective OPM functionality, and is capable of determining and displaying the PON ID and XGS-PON ID.
The OTDR measures path and event attenuation and, using this data together with the transit time of the reflected pulse, determines the path length, splices and connectors.
The selective 4xOPM can be connected to an existing PON connection in Through Mode. This allows the optical levels on the downstream (OLT) and upstream (ONT) wavelengths for GPON and XGS-PON to be determined simultaneously. Other transmitters on the line (alien ONTs) can be detected, and the PON ID can be read from the PLOAM message. A PLOAM monitor scans ONU IDs and serial numbers of connected ONTs on a PON branch.
With the 5xOPM, a video overlay across five separate filters is available as an option. The optional Optical Loss Test with 2λ or 4λ OLS enables level measurement at an adjustable wavelength with attenuation calculation. On GPON and XGS-PON, a complete ONT simulation can be carried out, including IP and performance tests at speeds of up to 10 Gbit/s. The PON-FMT option in accordance with ZTV43 supports guided acceptance testing with automatic target value calculation and OK/nOK evaluation.
Further test functions include a WLAN analyser, triple-play tests such as VoIP and IPTV, as well as data tests including upload/download, ping, traceroute, iperf and IP speed tests on fibre-optic or Ethernet.
OTDR and selective OPM in a single device
The ARGUS F300 combines OTDR measurements, filtered power meter measurements and the display of PON IDs and XGS-PON IDs.
PON measurements and speed tests
Selective OPM, Through Mode and optional ONT simulation with IP and performance tests up to 10 Gbit/s are included in the range of functions.
For everyday use in the field
The robust casing, touchscreen and the ARGUS menu system are designed for field use.
Acceptance and documentation
The PON-FMT option in accordance with ZTV43 supports guided acceptance tests with setpoint calculation and pass/fail evaluation.
Interfaces and measurement functions
The ARGUS F300 can be configured for different networks and measurement tasks. The following overview shows which interfaces and functions belong to the base unit and which are available as optional equipment.
Fibre-optic cables and PON
OTDR and selective xPON OPM are included as standard. GPON, XGS-PON and ONT functions are optional features.
- GPON Included
- XGS-PON Included
- Selective 3xOPM Included
- PLOAM Monitor Included
- OTDR Included
- SFP port for FTTx Included
- ONT simulation Optional
- xPON-ID Optional
- PON-FMT in accordance with ZTV 43 Optional
- Selective 4xOPM with Through Mode Optional
- Selective 5xOPM with Through Mode Optional
- Fibre Inspection Tool Optional
- Optical Light Source Optional
- Optical Loss Test Set Optional
- Visual Fault Locator Optional
Ethernet and IP
Gigabit Ethernet, speed tests up to 2.5 Gbit/s, as well as IP ping, traceroute and HTTP/FTP are included as standard. 10-Gigabit Ethernet and RFC 6349 are optional.
- 1 Gigabit Ethernet Included
- 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Included
- IP ping and traceroute Included
- HTTP/FTP downloads and uploads Included
- ARGUS Real Speed Direct (iperf) Included
- Speed tests up to 2.5 Gbit/s Included
- Web browser Included
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet Optional
- ARGUS Real Speed Formal (RFC6349) Optional
- Speed tests up to 10 Gbit/s Optional
- Network scan Optional
WLAN and services
WLAN management is included as standard. IPTV, VoIP (including MOS) and fibre inspection are optional features.
- WLAN management Included
- FW Update Included
- Configuration Import Included
- Upload of measurement reports Included
- Cloud services Included
- Remote access (VNC) Included
- PC software Included
- ARGUS Mobile App Included
- ARGUS pedia Included
- WLAN test Optional
- WLAN Spectrum Analysis/2G4 Scope Optional
- ARGUS WLAN analyser Optional
- Wi-Fi 7 module Optional
- VoIP + MOS Optional
- IPTV Optional
- OTT (Adaptive Streaming) Optional
- VoIP + MOS Optional
- IPTV Optional
- OTT (Adaptive Streaming) Optional
Areas of application
Acceptance and documentation
Measurement logs, HTML reports and cloud connectivity facilitate acceptance testing without the need to transfer values manually at a later stage.
Fault clearance
If faults occur on a live network, optional tools such as TDR, line monitor, OTDR or PON measurements can help – depending on the device configuration.
Installation and commissioning
Technicians check the new connection on site, document the interfaces and provide the network operator with a clear set of measurement results.
Performance and service tests
Ethernet, IP and service tests show whether the guaranteed data rates and services are reaching the customer.
Downloads
Datasheets, manuals and further documents for this device.
Firmware
PC software
Brochures
Technical articles
Technical articles
Mediciones de OTDR en la ultima milla errores en GPON y XGS-PON en el camino
DownloadAccessories and add-ons
Extensions
Accessories
Ethernet patch cable (1:1)
Item no.: 004466
Cat6 Ethernet patch cable (1:1)
Item no.: 004477
Rubber protective cover
Item no.: 001018
Manuals
Item no.: var.
Wrist strap
Item no.: 000005
Calibration Test Certificate
Item no.: 090050
Car charger
Item no.: 000058
Micro USB cable
Item no.: 020030
OTDR port saver
Item no.: 020055
SC/APC 8°-LC/APC 8° test cable
Item no.: 020040
SC/APC 8°-SC/UPC test cable
Item no.: 020041
SC/UPC attenuator
Item no.: 020050
Switched-mode power supply 4
Item no.: 020007
Carrying strap 1
Item no.: 000006
Carry Bag 4
Item no.: 007005
WLAN USB dongle
Item no.: 000250
WLAN USB dongle with antenna
Item no.: 000255
