Corporate|Careers|Partners|Suppliers|Contact PRODUCTSSOLUTIONSSUPPORTRESOURCESHOW TO BUYINVESTORS FR ES 中文 日本語 Log in/Register Contact Us The First Fully Automated Fiber Inspection Probe Learn more DAS Testing Guide Browse the guide FTTA and RRH Wireless Network Extension Browse the flyer Home / Solutions / FTTx Access Networks / FTTA/RRH/DAS Networks Facebook LinkedIn Twitter FTTA, RRH and DAS: The New Wireless Network Extension Even with additional spectrum and the introduction of long-term evolution (LTE) networks, there are geographical areas in mobile networks where demand is projected to exceed the capacity provided by the macro layer. To expand their networks to other hard-to-reach locations, wireless providers are turning to the deployment of alternative infrastructures, like remote radio heads (RRH), distributed antenna systems (DAS) and other small-cell alternatives, most of which are fiber-based. There's More to It than Just Wireless Since physical and transport layers remain the foundation of a network, they require proper testing to: Qualify the system and document it for future reference Ensure that the network meets transmission-system requirements (standards) Avoid delays and costly repairs when the system is turned up Key Testing Considerations What You Should Do What Tool Do You Need Connector Endface Cleanliness Perform visual inspection to detect dirty/damaged connectors; clean them if required Fiber inspection probes Automatic analysis software Fiber-Link Characterization Look for anything potentially impacting total budget loss (dB), such as macrobends, splices, bad connectors, fiber breaks, etc. OTDRs iOLM Post-processing software Transport Validation FTTA validation for CPRI from 1.2 Gbit/s to 9.8 Gbit/s via BER testing NetBlazer Series - Multiservice Tester FTB-700G Series - Optical/Ethernet/Multiservice Tester Fault Isolation Continuously check in-service fiber pairs for changes that can be localized and potentially impact services quality OTDR-based fiber monitoring iOLM-based in-service remote testing Click on the themes below to learn more: Remote Radio Head and FTTA Distributed Antenna System and Fiber-Fed Small Cell Awards and Recognitions Related Resources Library Related Products Related Solutions Sort by: Latest first Alphabetical 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Share/Embed Small Cells Challenges Video Interviews Deployment challenges and solution overview. Last updated: 2015-03-31 Share/Embed iLOOP – iOLM’s new Loopback Mode Video Product Demos With iLOOP you can test two fibers at once with a simple loopback jump, and reduce your testing time by 50% in no time. This feature is very useful in field applications such as DAS/FTTA and where there’s a large number of fibers to test (Data Centers). Last updated: 2015-03-12 Share/Embed Intelligent Optical Link Mapper—iOLM Specification Sheets Using an automated multipulse acquisition approach and advanced algorithms, the iOLM is an OTDR-based application that delivers detailed information on every element on the link, in a single button operation—providing maximum intelligence and simplicity for expert-level link characterization. Other languages >FR ZH JA KO Last updated: 2015-03-02 Share/Embed EXFO Mobile Agent Specification Sheets Fully-integrated mobile application solution for 24/7 wireless service assurance monitoring, troubleshooting and customer service experience management (SEM). Last updated: 2015-02-19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Your Network Challenges, Our Solution VIEW OUR PRODUCT LINES R&D and Manufacturing Testing/Network Performance Analysis Transport and Datacom Testing Optical Testing Field Network Testing FTB Ecosystem Transport and Datacom Testing Optical Testing Copper Access/Multiplay Testing Mobile Network Testing Quality of Service Assessment Converged Service Assurance Remote Network Monitoring FIND SOLUTIONS FOR: FTTx-Access Networks FTTA, RRH, DAS and Small Cells FTTH Networks Optical Testing Multiplay Services Metro/Core Networks Carrier Ethernet Packet Optical Transport Fiber Characterization 40G/100G Networks Submarine Networks CWDM Networks Cloud Services Mobile Networks Mobile Backhaul Assessment Mobile Network Testing FTTA, RRH, DAS and Small Cells Service Assurance Multiplay Converged Service Assurance Mobile Backhaul Assessment Fiber Monitoring/Flex EXPLORE YOUR INDUSTRY Carrier Ethernet Packet Optical Transport Fiber Characterization 40G/100G Networks Submarine Networks CWDM Networks Cloud Services Visit EXFO Blog Follow Us: Linkedin Facebook Twitter Google+ Youtube Support | Contacts | Blog | Glossary | Send Feedback © 2014 EXFO Inc. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use. Cookie and Privacy Policy.