Copying Settings Between Testers; Optical Connector Care; Replacing Reference Test Cords And Launch Fibers - Fluke OF-500 OptiFiber User Manual

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9 Press on OptiFiber; then select Install Software
Update. The tester makes initial choices on which
software to install based on the versions currently
installed in the mainframe and the module. Generally,
you should not change these choices except to select
languages to install or remove.
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10 Press Start to start the update process.
11 The OptiFiber tester reboots after the update is
complete. To verify the update, press
from the HOME screen.
12 If you have additional modules to update, insert each
module and repeat steps 9, 10, and 11.

Copying Settings Between Testers

You can use LinkWare software to copy settings from one
tester to another. See the OptiFiber or LinkWare online help
or Technical Reference Handbook for details.

Optical Connector Care

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Replacing Reference Test Cords and Launch Fibers

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Choose replacement reference test cords and launch and
receive fibers that meet the following requirements:
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To ensure optimum performance from your tester, get
replacement reference test cords and launch fibers from
Fluke Networks.
Periodically clean and inspect the tester's optical
connectors as described on pages 39 and 58.
Cover the connectors with the protective caps when no
cable is connected.
Periodically clean the protective caps with a lint-free
swab or wipe and fiber optic solvent.
Core and cladding size: match the fiber to be tested
Connector polish: UPC for reference test cords and
launch fibers
Reference test cord length: minimum 2 m; maximum
5 m
Launch and receive fiber length: 100 m minimum for
multimode; 130 m minimum for singlemode
Maintenance
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