Application
Telecommunication maintenance, CATV maintenance, fiber optic laboratory testing, other fiber optic measurements
Features
*User auto-calibration function* Convenient LCD display with optional backlight. The LCD screen allows nighttime operation.
*Power measurements in dBm or mW and insertion loss in dB
*Low battery consumption, more than 240 hours of continuous operation with three 1.5V alkaline batteries*. The auto power-off function can be enabled or disabled within 10 minutes.
Technical Parameters
| Tipo | 3208A | 3208C |
| Wavelength (nm) | 800~1700 nm |
| Detector | InGaAs |
| Measurement range (dBm) | -70~+6 | 50~+26 |
| Incertidumbre | +5% |
| Calibrated wavelength (nm) | 850,980,1300,1310,1490,1550 |
| Resolution (dB) | 0.01 |
| Optical connector | FC (interchangeable SC, ST) as well as universal 2.5mm |
| Power supply | Alkaline batteries (3 x 1.5V AA) |
| Battery life | 240h with 1.5V batteries (3) |
| Operating Temperature (°C) | -10~+60 |
| Storage Temperature (°C) | -25~+70 |
| Relative humidity | 0 to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Dimensiones (mm) | 175x82x33 |
| Peso (g) | 310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which wavelengths are supported?
A: Standard models cover 850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625nm. PON power meters measure 1310/1490/1550 simultaneously for GPON/EPON network testing.
Q: What is the measurement range?
A: Typical range is -70dBm to +10dBm with high accuracy, suitable for both laboratory and field use.
Q: Are calibration reports available?
A: Yes, each meter is factory calibrated and calibration/traceability reports can be provided with the order.
Q: What connector interfaces are supported?
A: Universal SC/FC/ST adapters are included; LC adapters are available on request.
Q: Can I test a live PON signal with the PON model?
A: Yes, the PON power meter simultaneously measures downstream 1490nm, upstream 1310nm and CATV 1550nm signals on a live network without interrupting service.
