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Version 4.1 of Modal Explorer software has been released. New features include
Encircled Flux template for draft IEC61280-4-1. This template is user-programmable to allow updates as the draft standard evolves
Encircled Flux template in 'Difference' mode
Encircled Flux showing IEC 61280-4-1 template
- Encircled Flux template for IEEE802.3aq (LRM 1310nm)
- MPD template for ISO/IEC14763-3. This template is also user-programmable
- A 'Focus Monitor' option, to provide repeatable focussing on the fiber end-view image
End face inspection view on Modal Explorer
"Focus Monitor" view in end face inspection mode
- Restructuring of 'End-view and 'Preview' modes to aid operator efficiency
MPX Modal Explorer
The MPX Modal Explorer provides real-time measurement of mode-filling in multimode optical fibers.
Simply connect your patchcord and the MPX will measure in real time:
- Encircled Flux
- Mode Transfer Function
- Mode Power Distribution
- Effective Coupled Power Ratio (CPR)
Click here for more technical details on all the measurements performed by the Modal Explorer
Applications
- Source and patchcord characterization for IEC 11801 LAN testing
- VCSEL characterisation for Gigabit Ethernet IEEE 802.3
- Mode-scrambler and mode-filter characterization
- LRM Encircled Flux measurements
- Set up fiber coupled sources
Features and benefits
- End face mode for precise focus
- Power monitor - ideal for optimising light throughput and modal conditions together
- Real-time measurement - monitor and adjust modal conditions easily
- Internal LED for use as Encircled Flux reference source
- USB2.0 direct connection gives portability
