COMWAY MAX-600-M4 QUAD OTDR (MM)850/1300 (SM)1310/1550nm

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(Note: Typical delivery time is 2 to 4 weeks from order,
Standard OTDR Port is SC/UPC-MM, SC/APC-SM, contact us for a different configuration)

The COMWAY MAX-600-M4 is a specialized QUAD-Wavelength (850/1300/1310/1550 nm) SM & MM OTDR with a standard dynamic range of 26/26//36/34db.

The M4 architecture combines both Multimode (MM) and Single-mode (SM) testing capabilities into one portable device. This makes it the ultimate "all-in-one" toolkit for contractors and network engineers handling diverse network architectures. 

Ideal Applications for the MAX-600-M4:

1. Enterprise LAN & Campus Backbone Testing

• The Application: Corporate offices, university campuses, and large-scale commercial buildings typically use Multimode fiber (OM3/OM4/OM5) for shorter internal backbones and local loops.

• The M4 Advantage: With its 850/1300nm wavelengths and 26/26dB dynamic range, the M4 is optimized to measure internal link loss, patch panel connectivity, and backbone runs inside corporate premises.

2. Data Center Infrastructure Management

• The Application: Modern data centers feature incredibly high-density, mixed-fiber footprints. They utilize high-speed Multimode links for server-to-switch connections alongside Single-mode links for long-distance cloud egress and interconnects.

• The M4 Advantage: Technicians can switch seamlessly from auditing an ultra-short internal multimode patch link to certifying a long-haul single-mode interconnect, eliminating the need to carry two separate testing instruments.

3. High-Density Distribution Frames & Close-Range Troubleshooting

• The Application: Enterprise server rooms and fiber distribution hubs feature tightly bunched terminations where splices and connectors are spaced mere inches apart.

• The M4 Advantage: The M4 maintains an ultra-short ≤  0.8m event dead zone across both SM and MM fibers. Combined with a very tight 3.0m SM attenuation dead zone, the unit can accurately isolate faults and measure insertion losses within tightly packed termination drawers.

4. Multi-Contractor & "Hybrid Field" Commissions

• For telecommunication contractors who bid on varying utility projects, the M4 serves as a highly versatile asset. On day one, it can be deployed for a standard FTTH Single-mode rollout (using its 1310/1550nm ports with a solid 36/34dB dynamic range), and on day two, it can pivot to a private commercial enterprise network install.

Quick Summary of M4 Spec Profiling:

• Fiber Flexibility: Multimode (850/1300nm) + Single-mode (1310/1550nm).

• Dynamic Range: 26/26 dB (MM) and 36/34 dB (SM).

• Dead Zone Precision: ≤ 0.8 m Event Dead Zone for pinpoint accuracy in short-reach enterprise topologies.

📊What is iLOA?

iLOA (Intelligent Optical Link Analyzer) is an automated software tool that removes the complexity from fiber optic testing. Instead of requiring a technician to manually configure settings and interpret a complex, jagged trace graph, iLOA does all the heavy lifting automatically.

How It Works & Benefits:

• Multi-Pulse Automation: It automatically shoots multiple different pulse widths down the fiber and fuses the data together, capturing both close-up connectors and long-distance faults with perfect clarity.

• Icon-Based Mapping: It translates the confusing raw waveform data into a simple, linear map using clear icons for splices, splitters, connectors, and macro-bends.

• Instant Pass/Fail Diagnosis: Elements are color-coded (Green for Pass, Red for Fail). Technicians can see exactly what the problem is and its precise distance in seconds.

The Bottom Line: iLOA eliminates human error and bridges the skills gap, allowing field technicians of any experience level to troubleshoot FTTH and metro networks rapidly and flawlessly.

🗝️ Key Features:

• 4-Wavelength QUAD Testing: 850 / 1300 / 1310 / 1550nm — SM and MM in one device.
• SM Dynamic Range: 32dB (1310nm) / 30dB (1550nm).
• MM Dynamic Range: 26dB (850nm) / 26dB (1300nm).
• Minimum Event Dead Zone: 0.8m — Detect closely spaced events with precision.
• 7-Inch Full Touchscreen — Large, clear display for easy trace analysis.
• 12-Hour Operating Time — Full-day testing without recharging.
• Integrated Multi-Tasking Toolkit: Built-in Visual Fault Locator (VFL) and Optical Power Meter (OPM).
• Data Analysis: Advanced Intelligent Optical Link Analyzer (iOLA / Map Link) topology software transforms complex trace files into straightforward, icon-based block diagrams.
• Field Autonomy & Storage: Equipped with a high-capacity internal battery supporting up to 12 hours of continuous operation, internal data logging storage, and seamless PDF report generation via USB export.
• Tablet-Inspired UI/UX — Intuitive, professional interface.

Designed to meet Telcordia GR-196 standards, the COMWAY MAX-600 provides tier-1 and tier-2 fiber certification with maximum accuracy and minimal downtime.

🔬 Technical Specifications:

• Triple Wavelength: 850nm / 1300nm (MM) + 1310nm / 1550nm (SM)
• SM Dynamic Range: 32dB / 30dB
• MM Dynamic Range: 26dB / 26dB
• Minimum Event Dead Zone: 0.8m — Detect closely spaced events with precision
• 7-Inch Full Touchscreen — Large, clear display for easy trace analysis
• 12-Hour Operating Time — Full-day testing without recharging
• Built-in VFL, OPM & Light Source — All-in-one fiber test solution
• Optional Fiber Inspection Probe — Connector end-face inspection on the same device
• Tablet-Inspired UI/UX — Intuitive, professional interface
• Connector Options: SC/APC | FC/APC | SC/UPC | FC/UPC

🏗️ Ideal Applications:

COMWAY MAX-600-M4: Multi-Premise Enterprise & Data Centers

The M4 is a hybrid Quad-Wavelength unit engineered to support both Multimode (MM) and Single-mode (SM) fibers.

• Corporate Campus & Enterprise Networks: Ideal for campus backbones and internal networks that heavily rely on multimode fiber (OM3/OM4/OM5) across shorter building distances.

• High-Density Data Center Audits: Tailored for hyperscale data centers requiring regular testing of ultra-short internal multimode patches alongside single-mode cloud egress infrastructure.

• Application: Mining, Inside Plant and Banking network infrastucture. 

• All-In-One Contractor Kit: Best for telecom contractors who bid on varied private enterprise network projects one day and standard carrier FTTH rollouts the next.

❓ FAQ

Q1: What makes the COMWAY MAX-600-M4 a "QUAD OTDR"?
A: The MAX-600-M4 tests at four wavelengths — 850nm and 1300nm for MM fiber, and 1310nm and 1550nm for single-mode (SM) fiber — making it a complete SM/MM OTDR solution in a single handheld device.

Q2: Who needs a SM/MM QUAD OTDR like the MAX-600-M4?
A: The MAX-600-M4 is ideal for contractors and network engineers who work on both modern SM FTTH networks and legacy MM fiber in enterprise, campus, or data center environments — eliminating the need to carry two separate OTDRs.

Q3: What is the dynamic range of the MAX-600-M4 for SM and MM fiber?
A: For SM fiber: 36dB at 1310nm and 34dB at 1550nm. For MM fiber: 26dB at both 850nm and 1300nm — covering typical enterprise and campus MM fiber distances.

Q4: Does the MAX-600-M4 include VFL and power meter functions?
A: Yes. The MAX-600-M4 includes built-in VFL, optical power meter (OPM), and light source, plus an optional fiber inspection probe module.

Q5: How does the MAX-600-M4 compare to the MAX-600-M1 and M3?
A: The M1 is SM-only (1310/1550nm, 32/30dB). The M3 adds live 1625nm for PON testing. 
The M4 is the only model that adds MM testing (850/1300nm), making it the most versatile option for mixed-fiber environments.

Q6: What connector options are available for the MAX-600-M4?
A: Please contact us for available connector options for the MAX-600-M4.

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