Requirements For Reliable Fiber Test Results - Fluke Versiv User Manual

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TEST: Tap TEST to do the test shown in the test setup panel.
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The percentage of the tests in the project that are completed.
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The tester uses the number of available IDs to calculate this
percentage. See Figure 86 on page 216. % Tested does not show
if your project contains only a Next ID list. See "About Next ID
Sets" on page 215 for more information about the Next ID list.
The type of module attached to the tester.
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This icon shows when the input and output ports on the
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tester's CertiFiber Pro module are connected to the ports on the
remote's CertiFiber Pro module, the remote tester is turned on,
and Smart Remote or Loopback mode is selected.
This icon shows when the talk function is on. To use the talk
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function:
Connect the main and remote testers together through a
1
duplex fiber link.
Connect headsets to the headset jacks on the testers.
2
Press the button on one of the headset microphones or
3
press  on the remote, then speak into the
microphone.

Requirements for Reliable Fiber Test Results

To get reliable fiber test results and make sure your tester meets
its accuracy specifications, you must use the correct procedures:
Use proper cleaning procedures to clean all fiber connectors
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before every use. See Chapter 4.
Set the reference frequently. See "About the Reference for

Fiber Tests" on page 103.
 Use only test reference cords that comply with ISO/IEC
14763-3. Measure the loss of the cords frequently. See "About
Test Reference Cords and Mandrels" on page 105.
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