COMWAY MAX-600-M2-P=M5 High-Dynamic-Range Dual SM OTDR (1310/1550)

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

The COMWAY MAX-600-M2-P=M5 is a professional-grade, DUAL-Wavelength (1310/1550), high dynamic range Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) engineered for telecom professionals and network engineers. 

Housed in a lightweight, field-ruggedized chassis, the M2-P=M5 variant of the MAX-600 series steps up performance with an increased high dynamic range of 43dB /41dB. This allows field crews to accurately test, troubleshoot, and map metro links, access networks, and long-distance fiber spans up to 120km with absolute precision.

Featuring an outdoor-enhanced 7.0-inch touchscreen and an all-in-one testing suite (built-in OPM, OLS, VFL, and intelligent link mapping), the MAX-600-M2-P=M5 dramatically accelerates field commissioning and fiber fault isolation.

Key Features & Benefits:

• High-Dynamic Mid-Range Reach: Delivers an impressive 43dB at 1310nm and 41dB at 1550nm, giving technicians the power to shoot through high-attenuation splitters and longer fiber infrastructure spans.

• Ultra-Short Dead Zones: Engineered with an extra-short ≤ 0.8m Event Dead Zone and a 4m Attenuation Dead Zone, allowing for flawless detection of closely spaced connectors, mechanical splices, and patch panel faults.

• Intelligent Map Link (iOLA/iOLM): Eliminates complex trace interpretation. With a single tap, the software converts raw OTDR data into a clean, icon-based linear schematic highlighting splitters, macrobends, bad splices, and connectors.

• Massive Trace Memory Capacity: Features expansive internal storage capable of holding >80,000 professional OTDR traces in industry-standard .SOR or .PDF formats for quick cloud offloading and report generation.

• All-In-One Smart Architecture: Ships standard with an integrated Visual Fault Locator (10mW VFL), Optical Power Meter (OPM), Stable Light Source (OLS), and supporting RJ45 cable sequence/length testing.

• Built for the Field: Weighing just 1.0kg with a 12-hour continuous battery life, it provides full-shift utility in severe environments spanning from -10° to +50°.

COMWAY MAX-600-M2: High-Loss Splitters & Regional Metro Links:

The M2 boosts the optical power output to a massive 43dB, specifically intended for infrastructure environments with heavy insertion losses.

• Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs): Ideal for regional utility links, city-wide loops, and dark fiber auditing stretching across distances up to 150+ km.

• Congested Distribution Cabinets: Uses a tight 4.0m attenuation dead zone to successfully distinguish between closely spaced patches and connectors inside high-density street cabinets.

📊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.

Comparison: Why Upgrade to the M2 Module?

While the MAX-600-M1 configuration is tailored for local FTTH drops with its 32/30dB range, the MAX-600-M2-P=M5 features beefed-up internal optics pushing it to 43/41dB. This makes it the go-to choice if your technicians regularly work past local distribution cabinets and find themselves managing central-office-to-node metrics, testing loaded PON distribution networks, or handling metropolitan enterprise links.

Standard Package Contents:

• COMWAY MAX-600-M2 Handheld OTDR Mainframe

• FC & SC Interchangeable Fiber Optical Adapters

• AC/DC Power Adapter/Charger (100-240V Input, 12V Output)

• Quick-Start User Manual & Calibration Certificate

• Heavy-Duty Rugged Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap

🔬 Key Technical Specifications:

• Wavelengths: 1310nm / 1550nm
• Dynamic Range: 43dB (1310nm) / 41dB (1550nm)
• Event Dead Zone: ≥0.8m
• Display: 7-inch Full Touchscreen
• Battery: 7.4V, 4,600mAh | 12-hour life
• Weight: 1.55kg | Dimensions: 246×174×70mm
  
• Operating Temp: -10°C to +50°C
• Functions: OTDR + VFL + OPM
• Connector Options: SC/APC standard | FC/APC | SC/UPC | FC/UPC

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