AFL Launches 'Technician-Ready' Fiber Troubleshooter for GPON and XGS-PON

AFL recently unveiled its FlexScan® TS100-30 Optical Troubleshooter, the latest version of the TS100 test instrument it initially launched in 2020. The TS100-390 was made for large-scale deployments and “simplifies and accelerates fiber testing, putting the power to identify, locate, and resolve last-mile network issues in the pocket of frontline field technicians without budget strain.”

AFL describes the "30" version of the TS100 as delivering "affordable GPON and XGS-PON activation and troubleshooting with fast startup, simplified setup, and easy-to-read results," adding that it is "ideal for frontline technicians."

With the TS100-30’s interface (similar to a smartphone’s) and automated test routines, technicians can perform advanced fiber diagnostics with little training. This troubleshooter supports GPON and XGS-PON and supplies quick, high-performance power and link measurements. The device also features SmartAuto technology and an intuitive LinkMap display, making it faster for users to diagnose issues. The company describes the device’s advantages: “From power-up to problem-solved in about 30 seconds, the TS100-30 redefines what’s possible in the field.”

"The TS100-30 Troubleshooter is a powerhouse in a tiny box.” said Sandeep Desai, CEO at Lantern Group. “The TS100-30 combines downstream power measurement and fault finding in one system. This helps field technicians qualify or troubleshoot FTTH networks in no time, and it's incredibly intuitive to use."

Designed with real-world conditions in mind, the TS100-30 weighs less than 0.4 kilograms and fits in one hand. This troubleshooter supports live PON testing and supports 1490 nm and 1577 nm wavelengths for seamless integration across various GPON and XGS-PON networks.