AEM FiBLU – aplikacyjny tester i certyfikator światłowodów

AEM FiBLU – Application-based Fiber Tester and Certifier

The AEM FiBLU is a next-generation, application-driven fiber tester and certifier that moves measurement intelligence from expensive hardware into the UniBlu smartphone app. A compact measurement module paired with the UniBlu app (iOS/Android) delivers full, standards-compliant certification of fiber links — faster, cheaper and with instant cloud reporting.

Application-based architecture — new features via updates, no hardware swaps
Bidirectional certification at two wavelengths (SM 1310/1550 nm, MM 850/1300 nm)
Loopback and dual-ended modes; AutoTest 5–6 s; loss accuracy ≤ 0.2 dB
Over 18 h of operation / 5000+ tests per charge; USB-C charging
Instant cloud sync of results and remote team collaboration
Built-in VFL — visual fault locator (650 nm)

The AEM FiBLU sets a new standard in fiber certification. Instead of locking the interface and measurement logic inside an expensive, quickly-aging tester, FiBLU separates the measurement engine from the intelligence layer: the interface, compute unit and reporting environment are taken over by a smartphone running the free UniBlu app. The result is lighter hardware, longer operating time, seamless cloud integration and — most importantly — the ability to grow the tool alongside the network, without repeated hardware investments.

Application-based architecture — a real shift, not an add-on

FiBLU is not a traditional tester with an app bolted on — it is application-based at its core. The smartphone becomes the interface, the compute unit and the collaboration platform, unlocking capabilities unavailable to testers with an on-device screen:

Continuous feature development — new analyses and workflows are delivered through app updates, without hardware swaps. This extends the device life cycle and lowers the total cost of ownership (TCO).
Lower power consumption and lighter hardware in everyday field work.
Built-in connectivity for sharing results, collaboration and analytics.
A richer, intuitive interface familiar from the smartphone.

Operation is handled through the free UniBlu app (Google Play / App Store). An icon-based screen guides the technician through the entire process — Set Reference, Light Source / Power Meter, VFL and Auto Test — with automatic pass/fail assessment and instant saving of results to the cloud.

Features that drive efficiency

1. Certify right the first time. High-accuracy, standards-compliant measurement confirms the link meets requirements before the network is handed over — eliminating costly rework and post-deployment troubleshooting.

2. Instant reports, zero backlog. Results sync in real time across all users’ apps via the cloud — no more evening data uploads or forgotten tests.

3. Built-in collaboration. Test data can be shared instantly or reviewed remotely in the app — experts support field teams without travelling on-site.

4. Uninterrupted field work. A compact, field-ready design: over 18 hours of continuous operation or 5000+ tests on a single charge, charging via USB-C.

5. Secure, role-based cloud workflows. Fully cloud-based testing with role-based workflow using Google Drive and OneDrive — secure, user-controlled data management.

Two variants — matched to the network

FiBLU-SM — for single-mode links; measurement at two wavelengths 1310 nm and 1550 nm with a laser source; length range up to 20 km.

FiBLU-MM — for multimode links; measurement at 850 nm and 1300 nm with an encircled-flux-compliant LED source; length range up to 2 km.

Each variant supports loopback and dual-ended modes (measurement from both ends of the link) using a main and a remote unit. A built-in visual fault locator (VFL, 650 nm) makes it easy to quickly detect breaks and macrobends.

Typical applications

Fiber certification during installation — confirming the loss budget and standards compliance before the network goes live.
Throughput verification before acceptance — checking that the infrastructure will support the intended applications and bandwidth.
Performance verification and troubleshooting — quickly detecting losses, degradation and installation errors.
Network health analysis over time — historical data supports predictive maintenance and planning.
Industrial and mission-critical environments — reliable connectivity where availability, accuracy and documentation matter.

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Technical specifications

Source type	MM: LED (encircled-flux compliant) • SM: laser
Wavelengths	MM: 850 ±20 / 1300 ±20 nm • SM: 1310 ±20 / 1550 ±20 nm
RMS spectral width	MM: 35 nm • SM: 5 nm
Output power	MM: 10–20 µW (850/1300 nm) • SM: 1.5–2 mW (1310 nm), 0.5–2 mW (1550 nm)
Length measurement range	MM: 2 km • SM: 20 km
Transmit/receive connectors	interchangeable FC, SC, LC adapters
Certification modes	loopback or dual-ended; uni- or bidirectional; simplex or duplex
Test standards	ISO/IEC, TIA, IEEE, application loss budget
AutoTest speed	loopback: 5 s • dual-ended: 6 s
Insertion loss accuracy	≤ 0.2 dB
Measurement repeatability	≤ 0.05 dB
Length measurement accuracy	±(1 m + 1% of length)
Power measurement range	MM: 0 to –30 dBm (850 nm), 0 to –50 dBm (1300 nm) • SM: 0 to –50 dBm
Dimensions	177 × 92 × 42 mm
Weight	350 g
Battery	Li-Ion 3.7 V / 2600 mAh; ~30 h operation; ~2 h charging
Power adapter	5 V / 1 A, USB-C
App	UniBlu — Android 11+ / iOS 13+
Connectivity	WPAN 2.4 GHz v4.2+
VFL (fault locator)	650 nm laser, 1 mW, 1.5 Hz pulse mode, 2.5 mm adapter, class II
Operating / storage temperature	0…+45 °C / –30…+60 °C
Operating humidity	0–90% RH (non-condensing)
Safety / EMC	IEC 61010-1 (3rd ed.) / EN 61326-1
Operating altitude	up to 4000 m ASL