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Non-reflective event – EXFO FastReporter Data Post-Processing Software User Manual

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Description of OTDR Event Types

Data Post-Processing Software

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Non-Reflective Event

Non-Reflective Event

This event is characterized by a sudden decrease in the Rayleigh
backscatter signal level. It appears as a discontinuity in the downward
slope of the trace signal.

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This event is often caused by splices, macrobends, or microbends in
the fiber.

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A loss value is specified for non-reflective events. There is no
reflectance specified for this type of event.

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If you set thresholds, the application indicates a non-reflective fault in
the events table, whenever a value exceeds the loss threshold.

Reflected power
(dB)

Distance
(km)

Non-reflective
event

Linear downward slope
due to Rayleigh
backscatter