The Anritsu MT9083A (ACCESS Master) is a compact, lightweight optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) designed for the installation and maintenance of FTTx, PON, and access networks. It features a 6.5-inch color display and offers a dynamic range of up to 39 dB (1310 nm) and 37.5 dB (1550 nm) for single-mode fiber testing. The MT9083A supports trace analysis, fault location, and comprehensive network certification in a rugged, field-portable form factor.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesUSB (Type A, Type B)
Display6.5-inch TFT color LCD (640 × 480)
Display Resolution640 × 480 pixels

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyAC Adapter (100 to 240 V AC), Li-ion Battery
Operating Temperature-10 to +50
Dimensions (W×H×D)284 × 200 × 77
Weight2.2

OTDR Measurement Specifications

ParameterValue
Fiber TypeSingle-mode (SM) / Multimode (MM) (configuration dependent)
Dynamic RangeUp to 39 dB @ 1310 nm / 37.5 dB @ 1550 nm (SM standard)
Index of Refraction (IOR) Setting Range1.300000 to 1.700000
Number of Sampling PointsUp to 50,001

Data Storage and Processing

ParameterValue
Maximum Traces Stored (Internal)Up to 1,000 traces
External Memory SupportUSB Flash Memory
Trace File FormatsTelcordia SR-4731 (GR-196-CORE)

Power Specifications

ParameterValue
Battery TypeLi-ion
Battery Operating TimeApprox. 8 hours

Environmental and Compliance

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-20 to +60 °C

Optical Interfaces

ParameterValue
Optical ConnectorInterchangeable SC, FC, ST, DIN (Configuration dependent)

Visual Fault Locator (Option)

ParameterValue
VFL Wavelength (Option)650 nm ±15 nm

Compliance & Safety

ParameterValue
OTDR Laser SafetyClass 1M (IEC 60825-1)
VFL Laser Safety (Option)Class 3R (IEC 60825-1)
EMCEN 61326-1
Safety / LVDEN 61010-1

Optical Specifications

ParameterValue
Wavelength (SM)1310 / 1550 / 1625 / 1650 nm (configuration dependent)
Wavelength (MM)850 / 1300 nm (configuration dependent)
Wavelength Tolerance±25 nm (SM) / ±30 nm (MM)

Light Source Option

ParameterValue
Light Source Wavelength (Option)Matches installed OTDR wavelengths

Environmental

ParameterValue
Dust and Water ProtectionIP51 equivalent

Software & Capabilities

ParameterValue
Video Inspection Probe SupportYes (via USB interface)
Macrobend AnalysisStandard feature

Technology

OTDR

Applications

Fiber Optic Installation, FTTx/PON Testing, Access Network Maintenance