The Tektronix TFP2A FiberMaster is a dual-module Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer engineered for field detection, measurement, and analysis of fiber optic cable performance. It pinpoints faults, determines fiber length, and quantifies signal attenuation across single-mode and multimode networks—Telco, CATV, and LAN environments—without module swapping. A high-speed 32-bit processor delivers accurate waveforms with minimal averaging time, differentiating it from legacy OTDR platforms.
Technical Specifications
Display
• 16.5 cm (6.5 in.) diagonal CRT with Liquid Crystal Color Shutter
• 640 × 480 pixel resolution
• Dual independent selectable cursors
Optical Performance
• Distance range: 1 m to 320 km
• Vertical display range (one-way): 1.0 dB to 100 dB
• Loss readout resolution: 0.001 dB to 0.01 dB
• Distance measurement accuracy: ±0.001% plus minimum cursor resolution
Distance Measurement Cursor Resolution
• 850 nm MM: 5 cm (normal), 1 cm (high density)
• 1300 nm MM, 1310 nm SM, 1550 nm SM: 20 cm (normal), 10 cm (high density)
• Index of refraction adjustable: 1.4000 to 1.6000
Module Configuration
• Accepts 2 dual-wavelength plug-in modules simultaneously
• Total wavelength capacity: 4 wavelengths per configuration
– Key Features
• Multimode options: 850 nm, 1300 nm, or dual 850/1300 nm modules
• Single-mode options: 1310 nm, 1550 nm, dual 1310/1550 nm, or long-range 1310/1550 nm modules
• 1 MB non-volatile RAM for trace storage
• 3.5 in. internal floppy drive (1.44 MB or 720 KB formats)
• Optional high-speed thermal dot-matrix printer (150 dpi output)
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB interface with HPGL plotter and HP ThinkJet compatibility
• RS-232C interface supporting HPGL, HP ThinkJet, Epson, and PostScript output
• AT-compatible keyboard interface (8-pin modular connector)
• FMTAP™ Trace Analysis Software for offline documentation and analysis
• AC operation: 90–130 V AC (47–440 Hz) or 180–253 V AC (47–73 Hz)
• DC power input option available
