The split ratio refers to the number of ONUs connected to a single PON port on the OLT through optical splitters. By dividing a single optical signal from a central Optical Line Terminal (OLT) into multiple outputs for Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) at users' homes, splitters eliminate the need for dedicated fibers to each residence—slashing infrastructure costs while scaling network reach. This guide. Bandwidth is shared amongst customers in a PON, and the bandwidth received by a customer is not related to the power received at the optical network terminal (ONT) as long as the power is high enough so the ONT can operate. Splits are most commonly factors of 2, such as 1x2, 1x4, 1x8, 1x16, 1x32. From corporate office buildings and campus networks to small carrier access networks, the Passive Optical Network (PON) architecture enables efficient bandwidth allocation via Optical Line Terminals (OLTs), passive optical splitters, and ONUs/ONTs. Deploying the appropriate splitter ratio is. In broadband landscape, designing an efficient FTTH network means more than just laying fiber. Let's dive into the key considerations.
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