Optical Power Expert

CONNECTED OPTICAL POWER METER

PDF

SPEC SHEET
State-of-the-art power meter with Bluetooth connectivity, a wide touchscreen and best-in-class optical
performances. In a pocket-sized form factor. Turns on instantly for use on the go.

KEY FEATURES APPLICATIONS

Connect to smart app via Bluetooth: data reporting from the field, Measuring optical power (dBm) and insertion loss (dB)
cloud storage, workflow management (see page 2 for release dates)
Fiber tracing
User-friendly: Compact, color touchscreen and intuitive interface
All telecom networks including:
Robust and rugged: IP54 design for dust and water protection - Passive optical networks (PON)
- 5G rollouts
Time-saving features: no offset nulling, lightning-fast boot-up - FTTx
Visual fault locator (on PRO) - LAN/WAN access and enterprise
- CATV
Data storage - Military applications
Error-free, automated wavelength recognition and switching (on PRO) Applicative bundle of wavelengths for GPON, XGS-PON, NG-PON2,
3-year warranty and calibration interval RFoG, CWDM and DWDM ITU channels

RELATED PRODUCTS

FLS-600 FIP-400B Wireless

Light source Fiber inspection probe
 Optical Power Expert

OPTICAL POWER EXPERT

The Optical Power Expert is an essential device in today’s field toolkit to
measure the optical signal power (dBm) or link loss (dB). With the Optical
Power Expert, save field test results on the device and share reports through
your smartphone a. Leverage the TestFlow mobile app to simplify your workflow
and test results management, while also receiving field updates that enable
new features. The Optical Power Expert enables technicians to close more
jobs, better and more efficiently through industry-leading features such as
bundled wavelengths or instant boot up for use on the go. The device comes
with built-in expertise with automation that avoids human error (smart features
such as auto-wavelength recognition and switching).
The power meter comes with best-in-class performances, a wide color
touchscreen and an intuitive graphical interface. Pocket-sized and rugged,
the device is designed for extensive use in the field. It has a high capacity
data storage for test results. The compact Optical Power Expert fits neatly into your pocket.

GO BEYOND WITH TESTFLOW MOBILE Features to be released in 2020

Pair the device with the TestFlow mobile app and leverage your smart device for:
› Occasional PDF reporting from the field to share on the go via email, text message
or your favorite messaging app (Available in spring 2020)
› Cloud storage and full job documentation (Available in summer 2020)
› Leverage TestFlow’s capabilities for job management and results sharing in real time
(Available in summer 2020)
Go to www.EXFO.com/TestFlow for more details.

FOR USE ON THE GO

Lightning-fast boot-up, intuitive graphical user interface (GUI), no offset nulling required. The Optical Power Expert boots up and
is ready for use when you need it.

Ready, Lightning-fast boot-up

Set, No nulling
Good to go! Intuitive GUI

a. Reporting available in spring 2020.

 Optical Power Expert

FIBER TRACING
When it comes to fiber tracing, the Optical Power Expert can detect four different tones emitted from a sourcea:
270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz and 2 kHz.

270 Hz

330 Hz

1 kHz

2 kHz

Light source

The PRO configuration includes a visual fault locator that emits light in three different modes (continuous, slow blink and fast blink)
to trace fibers and identify breaks and macrobends.

3 modes

EVOLUTIVE SOLUTION
System releases will be made on a regular basis for this solution to increase field efficiency and adapt to new challenges as they
arise. These releases will upgrade the feature set of the Optical Power Expert, the mobile app and relevant cloud-based services.
The first release scheduled in 2020 will enable connectivity. The second release, also in 2020, will unleash the power of cloud-
based test results management through compatibility with TestFlow.
Features

Software updates

Release 1 Release 2 Release 3 Release 4

Note
a. Compatible with pulsed sources from EXFO OTDRs and Optical Xplorer (February 2020).
 Optical Power Expert

LOW COST OF OWNERSHIP

Designed for extended use in the field, the Optical Power Expert delivers best-in-class optical performances day in, day out.
EXFO’s track-record of robustness, backed with IP54 design for water and dust protection, makes this device extremely reliable
and a long-lasting investment.

Designed for field use

Long-lasting LiPo rechargeable EXFO’s proven

and field-replaceable battery robustness

3-year calibration IP54 design

Cut costs related to factory Water and dust protection
returns and downtime

CONFIGURATIONS AVAILABLE
The Optical Power Expert is available in two configurations: PX1 and PX1-PRO.
The PX1 includes 11 calibrated wavelengths.
The PX1-PRO goes further and has an integrated visual fault locator, auto-wavelength recognition and switching and has 45
calibrated wavelengths. The PX1-PRO configuration also comes in a soft pouch.
Both the PX1 and PX1-PRO are available with either standard IngaAs detector (10 to –70 dBm) or high-power IngaAs detector
(26 to –50 dBm).

PX1 PX1-PRO

Features Features

Measure absolute power (dBm) Measure absolute power (dBm)

and loss (dB) and loss (dB)

Pass/fail status
Pass/fail status
45 calibrated wavelengths
11 calibrated wavelengths organized in bundles

Tone detection Visual fault locator (VFL)

Auto-wavelength recognition
and switching

Tone detection

Soft-pouch included
 Optical Power Expert

SPECIFICATIONS a

Detector type InGaAs

Power measurement range
Standard 10 dBm to –70 dBm
High power range 26 dBm to –50 dBm b
Power uncertainty ±5 % guaranteed c
Measurement units available dB, dBm, Watt (W, mW, nW, pW)
45 calibrated wavelengths:
800, 820, 830, 840, 850, 860, 870, 880, 910,
11 calibrated wavelengths: 980, 1270, 1280, 1290, 1300, 1310, 1320, 1330,
Calibrated wavelengths (nm) 830, 850, 980, 1300, 1310, 1450, 1340, 1350, 1370, 1390, 1410, 1430, 1450,
1490, 1550, 1577,1590, 1625 1460, 1470, 1480, 1490, 1500, 1510, 1520,
1530, 1540, 1550, 1560, 1570, 1577, 1580,
1590, 1600, 1610, 1620, 1630, 1640, 1650
Visual fault locator No Yes (3 modes—continuous, 1 Hz, 4 Hz)
Auto-wavelength recognition No Yes
Auto-wavelength switching No Yes
Wavelength bundles No Yes
Tone detection 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz

Dimension 133 mm x 78 mm x 30 mm (5 ¼ in x 3 in x 1 1/8 in)

Display size 2.8 in
Weight (with battery) 225 g (0.5 lb)
Display type Color display with capacitive touchscreen
< 3 hours charging time, when unit is off
Battery charging USB Type C charging port connector
AC/DC charger/adapter input: 100 – 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 1.0 A max, output: 5 V; 2 A
Battery autonomy 8 h (continuous use)
Interfaces Bluetooth 5.0 with BLE
Storage capacity 100 test results for local reading
Single test: PDF on TestFlow mobile app
Reporting Batch of tests: online (TestFlow account required)
Spring 2020 for single test, summer 2020 for batch report
Warranty 3 years
Calibration interval 3 years
Temperature
Storage d –40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F)
Operating –10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)

Notes
a. Specifications valid at (23 ± 1 °C), 1550 nm, with an FOAS-22 FC adapter.
b. Typical. Above 24 dBm a clear message indicating high power will be displayed on the unit. Avoid using the instrument more than 60 seconds above 24 dBm.
c. At 1550 nm for singlemode fiber and 50 µm for multimode fiber.
d. Without battery.

Laser, 650 nm ± 10 nm
CW/Modulate 1 Hz/Modulate 4 Hz
Typical Pout in 62.5/125 µm: > –1.5 dBm (0.7 mW)
Laser safety: Class 2
 Optical Power Expert

GP-2267 GP-2227 GP-2269 FOAS-32 FOAS-U12 FOAS-U25 FOAS-22 FOAS-54 FOAS-98 GP-1008

Carrying pouches
GP-2267 Soft pouch carrying case
Power adapters
GP-2227 USB AC adapter (includes interchangeable plugs for North America, Europe, UK and Australia)
GP-2269 USB-A to USB-C cable (for charging purposes only—no data transfer)
Battery
GP-2225 Rechargeable batterie
Connectors adapters
FOAS-22 FC connector adapter
FOAS-32 ST connector adapter
FOAS-54 SC connector adapter
FOAS-98 LC connector adapter
FOAS-U12 Universal 1.25 mm connector adapter (suitable for 1.25 mm ferrule connectors including LC, MU)
FOAS-U25 Universal 2.5 mm connector adapter (suitable for 2.5 mm ferrule connectors including SC, FC, ST, E2000)
GP-1008 VFL adaptor for 1.25 mm ferrule
 Optical Power Expert

WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

Included accessories—PX1
USB cable (compatible with any AC USB charger) and calibration certificate, one FOAS connector adapter (choice between FC,
SC, ST, LC, Universal 1.25 mm or Universal 2.5 mm connector adapter)

Included accessories—PX1-Pro
USB cable, calibration certificate, soft carrying pouch, AC USB charger, FOAS connector adapter (choice between SC, ST, LC,
Universal 1.25 mm or Universal 2.5 mm connector adapter)

PX1 PX1-PRO

GP-2227 GP-2269

GP-2269
GP-2267

FOAS-U25 FOAS-U25
Universal 2.5 mm connector adapter included Universal 2.5 mm connector adapter included
by default unless otherwise specified upon by default unless otherwise specified upon
ordering ordering

PX1-XX-XX
PX1-XX
PX1 XX-XX
Model
Optical Power Expert
Configurations
S = Standard power measurement range
H = High power measurement range
S-PRO = Pro configuration with standard power measurement range
H-PRO = Pro configuration with high power measurement range
Connector adapter
FOAS-22 = FC connector adapter
FOAS-32 = ST connector adapter
FOAS-54 = SC connector adapter
FOAS-98 = LC connector adapte
FOAS-U12 = Universal 1.25 mm connector adapter
FOAS-U25 = Universal 2.5 mm connector adapter

Example: PX1-S-FOAS-22

EXFO Headquarters > Tel.: +1 418 683-0211 | Toll-free: +1 800 663-3936 (USA and Canada) | Fax: +1 418 683-2170 | [email protected] | www.EXFO.com

EXFO serves over 2000 customers in more than 100 countries. To find your local office contact details, please go to www.EXFO.com/contact.

EXFO is certified ISO 9001 and attests to the quality of these products. EXFO has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this specification sheet is accurate. However, we accept no
responsibility for any errors or omissions, and we reserve the right to modify design, characteristics and products at any time without obligation. Units of measurement in this document conform to SI standards and
practices. In addition, all of EXFO’s manufactured products are compliant with the European Union’s WEEE directive. For more information, please visit www.EXFO.com/recycle. Contact EXFO for prices and
availability or to obtain the phone number of your local EXFO distributor.
For the most recent version of this spec sheet, please go to www.EXFO.com/specs.
In case of discrepancy, the web version takes precedence over any printed literature.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
iOS is a registered trademark of Cisco System, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries.

SPPX1.1AN © 2019 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada 19/11