The EXFO SyncWatch-110 is a portable synchronization testing unit for telecommunications networks. It validates SyncE, IEEE 1588 (PTP), and GNSS timing sources with precision alignment critical for 5G mobile networks, mobile backhaul, and data centers. On-site testing confirms timing accuracy across demanding infrastructure environments.
Technical Specifications
Synchronization Protocols
• SyncE (Synchronous Ethernet) testing and validation
• IEEE 1588 (Precision Time Protocol) in various profiles with sub-microsecond accuracy
• GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou constellations
Timing Measurements
• Time error measurement against reference clocks per ITU-T G.8261, G.8262, G.8265, and G.8273.2
• Frequency offset measurement
• Phase variation and wander analysis
• Jitter characterization per relevant standards
GNSS Capabilities
• Multi-constellation support for enhanced availability and accuracy
• Optimized time to first fix (TTFF) for quick signal acquisition
• Holdover performance maintains accurate time during GNSS signal loss
Interfaces and Connectivity
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Base-T and 10/100/1000 Base-X (SFP)
• Timing I/O: 1PPS and Time-of-Day (TOD) ports
• GNSS antenna connector for external antenna
• Console port for device management
• USB ports for data transfer and firmware updates
Electrical
• AC or DC power input
• Low power consumption for portable field deployment
Physical
• Portable, compact form factor
• Integrated display for real-time monitoring and test results
• Intuitive user interface controls
– Key Features
Multi-protocol synchronization validation on a single platform eliminates need for multiple test instruments. Built-in GNSS receiver with holdover ensures continuous timing verification during satellite signal interruptions. Ethernet connectivity supports both twisted-pair and fiber optic transport. Real-time display enables immediate result interpretation during field commissioning and troubleshooting.
– Typical Applications
Network operators deploy the SyncWatch-110 for 5G timing validation, mobile backhaul synchronization verification, and data center clock distribution audits. Field technicians use it for on-site PTP profile confirmation and SyncE source qualification prior to network integration.
– Compatibility & Integration
The unit operates with standard Ethernet infrastructure via RJ-45 and SFP connections. Time-of-Day outputs interface with NTP and PTP timing systems. GNSS antenna ports accept standard connectors for rooftop or external antenna placement.
