Importance of Launch and Receive cables in fiber optic testing | Educational

Unlock the Secrets of Fiber Optic Testing: Launch & Receive Cables Explained! Dive into the world of Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) testing in this tutorial. Discover why launch and receive cables are crucial for accurate results. Learn how launch cables reduce blind spots and enhance measurement accuracy. See how receive cables act as safety nets, references, and measurement tools. Elevate your fiber optic testing game with this illuminating guide. Minimize launch pulse effects and maximize signal collection for reliable results!

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0:00 Intro
0:18 What are launch cables?
0:35 Purpose of launch cables
0:54 Blind Spots
1:06 Light pulses
1:43 Receive cable
2:23 In summary