Manta HM (stands for "high magnification") is an automated microscope for inspection of single and multi-fiber patch cords, bulkhead and transceivers, including but not limited to: MT, MPO, SN-MT, MMC, LC, FC, SC, CS®, SN®, MDC, E2000™, MXC, PRIZM, QSFP, ARINC, MIL-38999, ODC®, Q-ODC®, SMA, High-power SMA, Avim, mini-Avim and more.
Manta HM can be used for visual inspection of a connector end face for scratches, defects and contamination, as well as for automatic Pass/Fail testing based on IEC standards.
Application: production lines, laboratories, incoming inspection, maintenance in data-centers, FTTA.
Recommended for: high-power laser applications, single mode connector inspection, final verification, and other cases where small details matter.
Part number for ordering: SMX-Manta-HM.
NEW! Sumix Manta HM can now be used with a Google Pixel phone as a portable one-hand field inspection tool.
Features:
Large field of view
Pass/Fail analysis of an MPO connector is done in a single scan taking just 3 seconds (for MPO12/16).
Guide holes and ferrule surface are inspected at the same magnification as fibres.
Unsurpassed optical performance*
High-contrast precision optics, optimal axial illumination and 20MP sensor provide for accurate measurements of small anomalies.
*among handheld microscopes for multi-fibre inspection with a similar FOV.
Versatility from bench to patch panel
Manta HM can be used as a handheld probe for testing transceivers and bulkhead connectors in patch panels, as well as a benchtop solution for production lines and labs.
Compatibility with Android phone
A Google Pixel phone and the MaxInspect application for Android allow you to use Manta HM as a portable field tool and inspect the connectors on site with the precision of a benchtop microscope.
Wide variety of tips
Inspect all types of single-fibre and multi-fibre optical connectors, patchcords and bulkhead, included but not limited to: MT, MPO, LC, FC, SC, E2000™, PRIZM, QSFP, ARINC, MIL-38999, ODC12, High-power SMA, Avim, mini-Avim and more.
Kit Contents
SMX-Manta HM digital inspection system includes:
- Manta HM microscope
- USB 3.0 cable
- Case
- MaxInspect™ analytical software
Tips and other accessories should be ordered separately. Order optical connector cleaners together with a microscope.
If you would like to use Manta-HM with an Android phone (currently Google Pixel 5a or higher), ask for: MNT-PHONE-KIT (includes a phone with pre-installed MaxInspect App for Android, phone holder, USB cable).
General
| Field of view: | 4.2 × 2.8 mm |
| Defect size detection: | 0.5 µm |
| Effective resolution: | 1.5 µm (based on MTF calculations) |
| Magnification: | 0.75 µm/px or 360× (Display 24" 1920 × 1080) |
| Focus: | auto |
| Measurement time: The indicated values do not include autofocusing time. |
2.6 sec for MT12, 3.5 sec for MT16, 4.5 sec for MT24, 10 sec for MT72. |
| Light source: | royal blue LED, 447.5 nm |
| Camera type: | digital, USB3.0 |
| Sensor type: | monochrome, 5472 × 3648, 1’’ CMOS |
| Live image: | 5544 × 3692, 10 fps full resolution |
| Power source: | USB 3.0 port of PC |
| Cable: | USB 3.0, detachable |
| Dimensions (H × W × L): | 77 × 36 × 249 mm (3 × 1.4 × 9.8 inches) |
| Weight: | 491 g (1.08 lbs) |
| Housing material: | aluminum alloy |
| Barrel material: | stainless steel |
| Operating temperature: | +5 to +35°C |
| Compatible with: | desktop PC, laptop, tablet, specific Android phone* * Currently - Google Pixel 5a or higher |
PC System Requirements
| Operating system: | Windows 10 | |
| For viewing measurement results: | Microsoft™ Excel® 2010 or higher | |
| Recommended configuration | Minimal configuration | |
| Processor: | Intel Core i5 or higher | Intel Core i3 |
| RAM: | 4 GB | 2 GB |
| Video card: | Any with 24 bit True Color | Any with 24 bit True Color |
| Hardware interface: | Intel integrated USB 3.0 Host Controller.At least one USB 3.0 port for connection | Intel integrated USB 3.0 Host Controller.At least one USB 3.0 port for connection |
| Hard Drive: | 1 Gb or more | 1 Gb |
| Performance: | 500 Mflops or more | 400 Mflops |
Tablet system requirements
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Operating system: |
Windows 10 |
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Recommended configuration |
Minimal configuration |
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Processor: |
Intel Core i7 |
Intel Core i5 |
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RAM: |
4 GB |
2 GB |
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Screen resolution: |
1280 × 800 px or higher |
1024 × 768 px |
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Display size: |
10" or more |
8" |
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Hardware interface: |
USB 3.0 |












