The EXFO EX1 is a pocket-sized fiber and business services tester engineered for FTTH deployment and troubleshooting. Controlled via Android or iOS smart devices, it delivers Gigabit Ethernet speed validation, GPON/XGS-PON ONT emulation, and integrated WiFi testing—all in a single compact platform.
Technical Specifications
Ethernet Performance
• Validates full line rate Gigabit Ethernet speeds via RJ45 electrical, SFP optical, or WiFi interfaces
• Measures download/upload throughput up to 1000 Mbit/s
• Captures latency performance metrics
• Powered by Speedtest® by Ookla® algorithm
• RJ45 port supports 10/100/1000 Mbit/s (10/100 Mbit/s capabilities limited to hardware revisions B and C)
GPON/XGS-PON Testing
• Emulates GPON ONT and XGS-PON ONT for installation validation and troubleshooting
• Measures optical power, PON ID, OLT optical TX power, ONT optical RX power, ODN loss, and ONT operational status
• Requires EXFO-qualified SFP GPON ONT transceiver (GPON) or SFP+ XGS-PON ONT transceiver (XGS-PON)
• SFP port for 1 GE optical connectivity
WiFi Testing
• Dedicated WiFi chipset for comprehensive analysis
• Supports 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz frequency bands
• WiFi channel mapping to analyze access points, signal strength, and channel utilization
– Key Features
• Smart Device Control: Fully managed via Android 6.0+ or iOS 10+ devices; intuitive application for setup, testing, and reporting
• Configurable Thresholds: Adjustable pass/fail criteria aligned with subscriber service plans
• Reporting: Generates “birth certificates” proving delivered speeds in PDF, JSON, XML, or CSV formats
• Cloud Integration: Firmware upgrades and report storage via EXFO Exchange with automated compliance checks and team visibility
• Active Verifier Support: Hosts EXFO’s Active Verifier VNF for L3-L7 performance testing—100+ to 140 performance tests including IP connectivity, VoIP qualification, and internet experience validation
• API Automation: Extensive API support for workflow integration
– Typical Applications
• FTTH network deployment and validation
• Business Ethernet service commissioning
• ONT troubleshooting and PON performance verification
• WiFi coverage optimization and access point placement
• Speed tier verification and SLA compliance documentation
– Compatibility & Integration
• Control: Android 6.0 or higher, iOS 10 or higher (recommended)
• Optical interfaces: SFP transceiver ports
• Electrical interface: RJ45 Ethernet
• Wireless: Built-in WiFi chipset
• Cloud platform: EXFO Exchange for centralized data management
