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- Page 1 PRO-8CW-35SM OTDR/ CWDM Channel Analyzer...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Using This Manual Safety Introduction PRO-8CW-35SM Quick Start Guide 4.1 OTDR Quick Start Guide. 4.2 CWDM Channel Analyzer-Quick Start Guide 4.3 LTS Quick Start Guide Preparation for Use 5.1 Inspection 5.2 Identification and Configuration 5.3 Power Requirements Description 6.1 Instrument Description... - Page 3 Contents OTDR Operation 8.1 Key Pad Operation 8.2 OTDR Display Trace Display Trace Measurements Trace Parameters OTDR Display with Menu Open 8.3 OTDR Tools Menu Resolution Unit of Measure Cursor Lock Loss Mode Splice Loss Least Squares Approximation (LSA) Enter Calibration 8.4 Auto Test Range Finder Construction Mode...
- Page 4 Event Analysis 9.2 Event Analysis table 9.3 Event Table Field Descriptions Event Number (#) Pass/Field (P/F) Event Location (KM) Event Loss (SPLICE) 2 Point Loss (2POINT) dB Loss per KM, KF or MI (DB/KM) Event Type/ORL (TYPE) End Event (E) 9.4 Event Sensitivity Level 9.5 Pass/Fail Settings File Management...
- Page 5 Channel Analyzer Operation 13.1 Key Pad Operation 13.2 Channel Analyzer Display Displayed Scan Measurements 13.3 Enter Channel Analyzer function 13.4 Channel Analyzer Table 13.5 Unit of Measure 13.6 Quick Save/Recall Channel Analyzer File Management 14.1 File Management display 14.2 Viewing a stored Scan 14.3 File Management Soft Key Functions Exit File Management Copying Files to a Personal Computer...
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Page 6: Using This Manual
Chapter 1 Using This Manual This Manual contains information for the PRO-8CW-35SM which is an OTDR, CWDM Channel Analyzer, Broad Band Power Meter, Stable Light Source, Visual Fault Locator and Video Scope contained in one unit. The beginning of the manual contains general information pertaining to the physical features of the equipment. -
Page 7: Safety
Chapter 2 Safety Chapter 3 of this manual is a quick start guide. Prior to using the quick start guide or operating the equipment in any way, it is highly suggested the user reads all safety information This product has been designed and tested in accordance with the Manufacturer’s safety standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition. - Page 8 Failure to follow these cautions statements may void the warranty of this equipment. Caution Fiber-optic connectors are easily contaminated or damaged. The connection to the PRO-8CW-35SM is a physical contact type of connection and dirty or damaged connectors may impair the instruments capabilities at minimum and at worst result in the need to return this unit to the factory for expensive repairs.
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Page 9: Introduction
Chapter 3 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the PRO-8CW-SM35 multi-tasker, the world’s first handheld test and measurement product dedicated to assist you with installation, commissioning and maintenance of the next-gen fiber optic networks. If you’re working with upgrading an overburdened network with additional optical channels or installing the latest generation of multichannel high bandwidth fiber links, the multi- tasker will assist with meeting your test and measurement needs quickly and efficiently. -
Page 10: Otdr Quick Start Guide
Chapter 4 Quick Start Guides 4.0 Quick Start Guides 4.1 OTDR Quick Start Guide Press to turn on the OTDR. The OTDR function will be highlighted. Press to initiate the OTDR application. Connect the fiber to the appropriate port. (Select Multi Mode or Single Mode if OTDR is a quad wavelength unit) Press to enter the Menu mode. -
Page 11: Cwdm Channel Analyzer-Quick Start Guide
The number of channels displayed may be limited by using the Span Start , Span End Span Zoom features. These features are fully described in section 8.4 of this manual. Note Scale Minimum Power and Span Minimum power are not applicable on the PRO-8CW-35SM-CWDM Channel Analyzer. www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com Tel: (888) 545-1254 •... - Page 12 Chapter 4 Quick Start Guides 4.3 Loss Test Set Quick Start Guide Press to turn on the OTDR. Use the Scroll Wheel to highlight the LTS function icon and press Connect a properly prepared reference cord to the power meter port and the light source port. (If the unit is a quad wavelength unit, ensure the proper port is connected) Press and use the Scroll Wheel to highlight the Source soft key at the top left of the display.
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Page 13: Preparation For Use
Fig 5.1 5.3 Power Requirements The PRO-8CW-35SM is equipped with a 100-240V-0.4A input and 13.6V, 0.75A, center positive output universal AC/DC battery charger. This charger is supplied with interchangeable mains for US, Great Britain, Europe and Australia The unit is shipped with 8-AA NiMH batteries (2700mA hours). Depending on usage, fully charged battery pack will typically enable approximately 8 hrs. - Page 14 Chapter 5 Preparation For Use 5.3 Power Requirements (Continued) Battery replacement is not recommended; however, if you must replace the batteries, follow this procedure. Unplug external power supply and ensure the unit is turned off. Carefully remove unit from protective boot and remove the two screws from top plate and bottom plates that retain the back cover. Carefully remove back cover and remove the two screws that hold the battery covers in place.
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Page 15: Description
Chapter 6 Description 6.1 Instrument Description Instrument Enclosure The FTE7800 is packaged in a rugged aluminum housing which is further protected with a rubberized boot. Although the front panel is weather resistant, care must be taken to avoid liquids and contaminants around the fragile optical and electrical connectors, and the glass display. -
Page 16: Top Plate
Chapter 6 Description Top Plate CWDM PORT Power Meter PORT VFL PORT OTDR Port Fig 6.2 Bottom Plate USB Flash Power Jack Video Probe Port USB PC Port Fig 6.3 6.3 Home Screen Optical Spectrum Visual Fault Analyzer Button Locator Button Loss Test Video Scope Button Set Button... -
Page 17: Icon Definitions
Chapter 6 Description 6.3 Icon Definitions The list below and on the next page contain the icons found on the PRO-8CW-35SM units. They control features and functions, and allow the user to set testing parameters. This table gives the name and a brief explanation of each. - Page 18 Chapter 6 Description 6.3 Icon Definitions (continued) OTDR Icons (continued) Index of Refraction Used to set the Index of Refraction from 1.024 - 2.048 Lambda Cycles through the wavelengths available for use on the OTDR Average Cycles through the average mode available Pulse Width Cycles through the available pulse with for a selected range Range...
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Page 19: Lts Icons
Chapter 6 Description 6.3 Icon Definitions (continued) LTS Icons Help Feature Accesses the help files File Delete Delete Loss Test Set files File Download Download File to the computer via USB cable Lambda Used to filter power meter wavelengths out of Autotest Mode. Reference Used to set nonvolatile reference dBm/dB... -
Page 20: General Features And Setup
Set Date and time The PRO-8CW-35SM applies a time/date stamp to the saved Scans. The date is configured MM/DD/YY and the time is a 24 hour format set in the eastern time zone. To change the data and time, Press the Menu button to enter the menu mode, scroll to the Clock icon and press the Select button. -
Page 21: Brightness
Chapter 7 Features and Preferences 7.2 Setup Menu Brightness To set the Back Light press the Menu button to enter the menu mode, scroll to the Tool Box icon, press Select and use the scroll wheel to highlight the Backlight icon, press the Select button to toggle the back light to Bright or Dim. -
Page 22: Otdr Operation
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.0 OTDR Operation 8.1 Key Pad Power button, turns the unit On and Off. (Hold for 1 second) This key will start a scan or stop the current scan. Fig 8.1 This key starts autotest range finder and construction mode scans. The range finder checks test conditions and starts a scan at the wavelength selected by the user but allows the OTDR to determine the pulse width and range parameters. -
Page 23: Otdr Display
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.2 OTDR Display Trace display Fig 8.2 “A” Cursor “B” Cursor Zoom Status Measurement Area and Grid Values (see fig. 8.3 for more detail) Parameter Settings Battery Status (see fig. 8.4 for more detail) Trace Measurements “A”... -
Page 24: Otdr Display With Menu Open
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation OTDR Display with Menu Open Soft Keys Menu icons Fig 8.5 8.3 OTDR Tools Menu Below is a list of the settings available through the Tools Menu in the OTDR mode. Press the Menu button to open the Menu mode, scroll to the Tools icon and press the Select button. Scroll to the desired setting and press Select to open. -
Page 25: Loss Mode
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.3 OTDR Tools Menu (Continued) Loss Mode Loss Mode setting allows the user to set the splice loss measurement to be displayed to either simple splice loss, LSA (least squared averaged) or shut off this measurement to limit the amount of information on the display. -
Page 26: Range Finder
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation Range Finder This is a useful feature when the approximate length of the fiber to be tested is unknown. The Range Finder feature tests at the wavelength selected by the user. To set the wavelength, press the Menu button, scroll to the Lambda icon and use the Select button to cycle to the desired wavelength. -
Page 27: Conduct Test
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.4 Auto Test (Continued) Conduct Tests: Connect a fiber to the proper test port and press the Autotest button. The OTDR will conduct the test at the first wavelength and store the trace in temporary memory using the base file name given, with default notes attached. -
Page 28: Wavelengths
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.5 Manual Scan Setting (Continued Wavelength Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Lambda key, press select to cycle through the available wavelengths. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the Average (AVG) icon and use Select button to cycle through, Real-time averaging, with a up to 2 pps refresh rate, Short average (~30 seconds) or long average (~10 minutes). -
Page 29: Zoom Bar
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.6 Viewing a Trace (Continued Note The values per division change with each change of the zoom level and are indicated in the lower right corner of the display Zoom Bar The bottom most portion of the trace is a Zoom Bar. This represents the entire range of the trace being viewed. -
Page 30: Unit Of Measure
Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.7 Unit of Measure The distance unit of measure may be either displayed in Kilometer (Km), Kilo feet (Kf) or Mile(Mi). To change the setting, enter the menu mode, scroll to highlight the Tools icon and press the Select button. Scroll to Unit of Measure icon and use the Select button to toggle between Km, Kf or Mi. - Page 31 Chapter 8 OTDR Operation 8.9 Setting Splice Loss Measurement Areas The splice loss measurement areas around the cursors are adjustable. This feature is used for both Basic Splice Loss and LSA Splice Loss. To access this feature, press the Menu button and scroll to the SPL icon.
- Page 32 8.10 Quick Save/Recall Quick Save To use quick save, press the Menu button, scroll to the Save soft key and press the Select button. The trace will be saved to the storage location shown. The file will be stored with the same base file name as the last save stored trace.
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Page 33: Event Analysis
Chapter 9 Event Analysis 9. 0 Event Analysis NOTE When using the event table, it is necessary to keep in mind that event analysis provides approximate loss and distance measurements to quickly assist in network evaluation. Automatic detection results are not guaranteed and have their limits, possibly causing erroneous readings or detection failure. User interaction by interfacing with the trace display is recommended for final qualitative and quantitative analysis. - Page 34 Chapter 9 Event Analysis 9.3 Field Descriptions # (Event Number) Indicates the events in sequence, higher numbers are further distances from the OTDR. “E”, which is always displayed in the bottom row is the event determined to be the End of Fiber (EOF). P/F (Pass/Fail) Pass/Fail, if any one of the thresholds are not met for and event, the P/F column will display a red X.
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Page 35: Event Sensitivity Level
Chapter 9 Event Analysis 9.4 Event Sensitivity Level There are three levels of sensitivity while in the event table. The sensitivity is set via the Sense soft key. Press the Menu button and Scroll Wheel to highlight the Sense key. Press the Select button to cycle through “Lo”... -
Page 36: File Management
Chapter 10 File Management 10.0 File Management 10.1 Display File Context Management Sensitive Help Tabs See Fig 9.2 Fig 10.1 Default Notes File Name Range Time Stamp Wavelength Pulse Width File Management Drop Down Menus Fig 10.2 10.2 Entering/Exiting File Management Press the Menu button, scroll to highlight the TRC (Disc) icon and press the Select button. -
Page 37: Renaming A Trace
Chapter 10 File Management 10.4 Renaming a Trace Highlight the file to be renamed using the scroll wheel. Press the Menu button and scroll to highlight the Edit tab. Press Select and with Rename highlighted in the drop-down menu, press select again. To leave a character unchanged, simply press Select on the highlighted character. -
Page 38: Copying Traces
Chapter 10 File Management 10.8 Copying Traces NOTE Limit flash drives to 4 gigabytes. It is suggested that new flash drive sticks be tested prior to use. Save traces to the flash drive from the OTDR and test them on the computer with the supplied software to ensure they operate properly. -
Page 39: Loss Test Set Description
Chapter 11 Loss Test Set Description 11.0 Loss Test Set Description 11.1 Entering Loss Test Set Mode The LTS application is entered from the Home Menu. Use the Scroll Wheel to highlight the LTS application Tab and press Select. From the OTDR application, press the Menu button, scroll to the Exit Icon and press Select to return to the Home Menu. -
Page 40: Lts Live Scan Mode
Chapter 11 Loss Test Set Description 11.3 LTS Displays LTS Live Scan Mode Fig 11.2 Soft Keys Light Source Wavelength Icon Bar Power Meter Wavelength Loss Value/Power Next Storage Exit to Location Main Menu Auto Test Indicator Stored Reference of Displayed PM Wavelength LTS File View Screen Stored... -
Page 41: Lts Soft Key Operation
Chapter 11 Loss Test Set Description 11.4 LTS Soft Key Operation Source Enter the Menu mode and scroll to highlight the Source soft key. Press the Select button to cycle through the available wavelengths. (See Lambda/wavelength icon information below) The displayed source wavelength is the active source. -
Page 42: Lambda (Wavelength Selection)
Chapter 11 Loss Test Set Description Lambda (Wavelength Selection) Highlighting and selecting the λ Icon will display the Wavelength Selection menu. Use the scroll wheel to highlight the wavelengths to be select for use with the light source and power meter and press the Select button to toggle them off and on. -
Page 43: Loss Test Set Operation
12.1 Power Meter Measurements Power Measurements With the PRO-8CW-35SM in Live Scan, connect the fiber carrying the optical power to be measured to the Power Meter detector utilizing the appropriate adaptor. Select the power meter wavelength that matches the wavelength of the light being measured. -
Page 44: Light Source Operations
Chapter 11 Loss Test Set Description 12.3 Light Source Operation The lasers are initially in the off state when the LTS is launched. Enter the Menu mode and use the Scroll Wheel to highlight the Source soft key. Pressing Select will energize the available wavelengths in sequence. -
Page 45: Channel Analyzer Operation
Chapter 13 Channel Analyzer Operation 13.0 Channel Analyzer Operation 13.1 Key Pad Operation Power button turns the unit On and Off. (Hold for 1 second) Scan button starts or stop a scan, and resets the table of data. Fig 13.1 This button is disabled for 8 Channel CWDM Channel Analyzer. -
Page 46: Channel Analyzer Display
Chapter 13 Channel Analyzer Operation 13.2 Channel Analyzer Display Active Cursor Quick Save Quick Recall Displayed Indicator and Soft Key Soft Key Power Indicator Selector and Selector Soft Keys Icon Bar Scan Measurements See Fig.8.3 A/B Cursors Channel Table dB Scale Scan Status Indicator Fig 13.2... -
Page 47: Enter Channel Analyzer Function
PRO-8CW-35SM to the factory for expensive repairs. Prior to making any connection to the unit, ensure that all proper cleaning procedures have been followed. -
Page 48: Unit Of Measure
Chapter 13 Channel Analyzer Operation 13.5 Unit of Measure The units of measure are wavelength or frequency. The Lambda icon is used to change the unit of measure between nanometers or terahertz. This will change the A-B span measurement to the left of the λ... -
Page 49: Channel Analyzer File Management
Chapter 14 Channel Analyzer File Management 14.0 File Management The OSA has the capability to store up to 1000 scans. Once stored, these files may be copied to a PC via a USB cable or copied to a USB flash drive. To enter file management, press the Menu button, scroll to the File Management icon and press the select button. -
Page 50: Viewing A Stored Scan
Chapter 14 Channel Analyzer File Management 14.2 Viewing a Store Scan To view a scan that has been stored in the file management area, press the select button while the desired file is highlighted and the file will open in the scan mode. 14.3 File Management Soft Key Functions Exit File Management There are two methods to return to the scan screen from the file management area. -
Page 51: Renaming A File
Viewing Scans from a USB Flash Drive The PRO-8CW-35SM can view files from a USB Flash drive. Insert the USB Flash drive into the proper port and enter the menu mode. Scroll to highlight the USB soft key and press the Select button. The PRO- 8CW-35SM will read any .OSA files in the root directory of the flash drive. -
Page 52: Video Scope Operation
Chapter 15 Video Scope Operation 15.0 Video Scope The PRO-8CW-35SM can accommodate PRO Video Probe. Located on the bottom panel is a an 8pin DIN connector labeled “Vid Probe” The PRO-8CW-35SM can view a connector end face, center the image and zoom from 200X to 400X. - Page 53 Chapter 15 Video Scope Operation 15.3 Video Scope Soft Keys To access the Soft Keys, press the Menu button and use the scroll wheel to highlight the desired Key. Home Used to return to the Home Screen Copy To copy or delete images, Press the Menu button and scroll to the Copy soft key. Pressing select on the soft key will display a dialog that offers the option of coping all of the images to the PC via the USB/PC port or to a flash drive.
- Page 54 Chapter 16 Visible Fault Locator 16.0 Visible Fault Locator (VFL) WARNING Never clean or look directly into the fiber optic connector or the end of fiber attached to the OTDR or VFL unit while they are energized, to do so will expose the user to laser radiation and could result in personal injury or instrument damage.
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Page 55: Battery Replacement
17.3 Adapter Replacement The PRO-8CW-35SM is supplied with two easily interchangeable adapters per port, SC/FC. To change an adapter, remove the two screws that hold the adapter in place, pull the adapter straight up from ferrule. It is suggested that you clean the exposed ferrule with appropriate cleanser and lint free wipe anytime you replace the ferrule. - Page 56 Chapter 18 Specifications CWDM Channel Analyzer OTDR Wavelength Range Wavelength 8-Channel 1471 ~ 1611nm 1310, 1550 nm Channel Spacing 20nm Dynamic Range 36 / 34 dB (SM) Channel Pass Band Pulse Width ±6.5nm 5 ~ 20,000 ns Channel Power Range Units of Measurement +5dBm ~ -50dBm km, kf, mi...
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Page 57: Warranty Information
Chapter 19 Warranty and Repair 19.1 Warranty Information This product, including all mechanical, electrical, and optical parts and assemblies are unconditionally warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery. - Page 58 Chapter 20 Trouble Shooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Solution Power not on Press ON/OFF key Batteries require recharging Recharge batteries LCD dark Batteries are missing, in backwards Check polarity, replace batteries, or contact or need replacement factory for servicing LCD white Power cycled too quickly Turn off wait 10 seconds - turn on Turn off (hold ON/OFF button in for 1 second)
- Page 59 Chapter 21 Version Control 19.0 Version Control Through a program of continuous improvement the upgrade of the features and performance of this instrument are an ongoing process. The version is displayed on Home Screen in the lower right hand corner of the display. The version changes and approximate release dates are as follows. V0.2 - 7/2012 - Initial release date www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com Tel: (888) 545-1254...
- Page 60 Precision Rated Optics, Inc. Corporate Office Billing & Processing PO Box 877 Trexlertown, PA 18087 Precision Rated Optics, Inc. Product Distribution Center Manufacturing & Testing 9999 Hamilton Blvd Breinigsville, PA 18031...