MAP Variable Backreflector (Discontinued)

Provides precise levels of return loss to transmitters, which allows measurements of system sensitivity or system degradation as a function of backreflection.

This product has been discontinued.

This product has been discontinued

The Multiple Application Platform (MAP) Variable Backreflector (mVBR-A1) is optimized for the industry-leading VIAVI MAP-200 platform. Based on the previous-genertion MAP, the MAP-200 is the first photonic layer lab and manufacturing platform that is LAN Extensions for Instrumentation (LXI)-compliant by conforming to the required physical attributes, Ethernet connectivity, and interchangeable virtual instrument (IVI) drivers. The MAP-200 platform is optimized by density and maximum configurability to meet specific application requirements in the smallest possible foot print.

The MAP Variable Backreflector cassette provides precise levels of return loss (RL) to transmitters, enabling system sensitivity measurement or system degradation as a function of backreflection measurement. When used with a transmitter/receiver pair and characterization equipment, the MAP backreflector can be used to establish the magnitude of reflections that significantly degrade transmission system performance, and to characterize the problems they cause.

The MAP backreflector uses the VIAVI linear attenuator prism and high reflectivity mirror to precisely control the level of RL. The cassette is available in single-mode (SM) or multimode (MM) fibers and with an optional coupler for monitoring.

Key Features

  • Operation at 850/1310 or 1310/1550 nm
  • Single-mode or multimode fiber
  • Can be automated when used with MAP-200 LXI-compliant interfaces and IVI drivers

Services

Instrument Care Support Plans

Save up the 50% of standard service prices and obtain priority service when you buy a bundled plan at the same time the instrument is purchased. Care Support Plans offer the best way to purchase extended warranty, premium technical support, self-paced training, and critical maintenance services like calibration services that include software and engineering change order update services to ensure your product is maintained with current software and a calibration certificate. These discounted plans are 2-5 years long when purchased upfront with your VIAVI instruments.


VIAVI Care Support

VIAVI Care Support

* 5-year plans only; if applicable

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Care Support Plan - MAP

ProductRecommended Plan (Part Number)BronzeCare
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SilverCare
SilverCare
MaxCare
MaxCare
Why calibrate?
MAP (Mainframe/Module)Silver-5Bronze-4
Bronze-5
Silver-4 
Silver-5
no

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What are the common issues?

MAP Matrix Switch (OST, OSM, VST)Bronze-5

Bronze-2
Bronze-3
Bronze-4
Bronze-5

nono

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MAP Tunable Source (mTLS)Silver-5Bronze-2
Bronze-3
Bronze-4
Bronze-5
Silver-2
Silver-3
Silver-4
Silver-5
no

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VIAVI Care Support for Existing Equipment

FleetCare
FleetCare

FleetCare plans can be customized to include any service entitlements on your fleet of existing equipment. Please fill out a Service Contracts form for a quote.

  • Any collection instruments with a single coterminous renewal date
  • Each contract is customized with any number of annual terms required by the customer
  • Onsite Calibration, Training, Field Application Engineer days can be added

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Repair and Calibration

Our products live in rugged environments for over 10 years with 1000s of test connect/disconnect cycles.  We will be there to support you to ensure components that require maintenance like connectors, batteries, and software updates to ensure you are ready to test accurately for years to come. We apply factory procedures that use fast, automated calibration and functional verification, maintenance using OEM parts and the application of all engineering change orders and software updates. Services are available through contract Care plans, FleetCare or per incident as requests. 

Top 4 Reasons to Choose VIAVI for Your Repair and Calibration Needs:

  • Minimize business disruption
  • Budget
  • Measurement Accuracy and Product Reliability
  • Measurement Compliance, TL9000 certification and OEM Standards

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