Are the MTS-8000 and T-Berd 8000 different physical hardware lines?

No. They are identical hardware configurations of the same modular optical test platform, marketed under parallel names depending on regional distribution, with the T-Berd 8000 name primarily used in North America.

What power inputs does the platform accept?

The platform operates using a standard AC adapter input of 100 to 240 V AC at 50 to 60 Hz, or via its integrated rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery.

JDSU T-BERD 8000 / MTS-8000 Series

2 models with full specifications from JDSU.

This guide covers the JDSU 8000 series optical test platform, which is marketed under two parallel regional brand names: the MTS-8000 and the T-Berd 8000. Designed for field technicians and engineers responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of optical networks, these highly modular portable mainframes accept field-interchangeable test modules to scale according to varying testing requirements.

Form Factor: Modular Portable Mainframe
Display Size & Type: 10.4 in TFT Color SVGA (800 x 600)
Weight with Battery: 3.4 kg
Dimensions (W×H×D): 320 x 250 x 125 mm
Operating Temperature: 0 to +40 °C

Models in this series

Model	Type	Display	Display Resolution	Display Size
MTS-8000	Modules, misc.	10.4-inch TFT color LCD (800 x 600), optional touchscreen	800 x 600 (SVGA)	10.4 in
T-Berd 8000	*misc	10.4-inch TFT color touchscreen, 800 x 600 SVGA	800 x 600 SVGA	10.4 in

Platform Architecture and Modular Capabilities

The JDSU MTS-8000 and JDSU T-Berd 8000 share a unified hardware design structured around field-interchangeable test modules. This modular configuration allows field personnel to perform multiple optical tests using a single mainframe, minimizing the need for multiple discrete instruments.

Depending on the specific modules installed, the platform supports a wide variety of tests:

Optical Time Domain Reflectometry (OTDR)
Chromatic Dispersion (CD) and Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD)
Attenuation Profile (AP)
Optical Spectrum Analysis (OSA)
Optical Return Loss (ORL) and Insertion Loss (IL)
Fiber Inspection

Physical Specifications and Interfaces

Built for deployment in field environments, the chassis measures 320 mm in width, 250 mm in height, and 125 mm in depth, with a total weight of 3.4 kg including the rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. The unit operates within a temperature range of 0 to +40 °C.

For user interaction, the mainframes feature a 10.4-inch TFT color SVGA (800 x 600) display. Touchscreen capability is standard on the JDSU T-Berd 8000 and available as an option on the JDSU MTS-8000 configuration.

Built-in physical interfaces include:

1x RJ-45, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port
USB 2.0 ports (supporting Host and Device connections)
RS-232 serial connection
VGA video output
PCMCIA slot
Audio headset port (available on the MTS-8000 platform)

Frequently asked questions

Are the MTS-8000 and T-Berd 8000 different physical hardware lines?: No. They are identical hardware configurations of the same modular optical test platform, marketed under parallel names depending on regional distribution, with the T-Berd 8000 name primarily used in North America.
What power inputs does the platform accept?: The platform operates using a standard AC adapter input of 100 to 240 V AC at 50 to 60 Hz, or via its integrated rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) battery.