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Optical Power Meter and Fiber Test Kits
Users Manual
September 2008, Rev. 1 10/10
©2008, 2010 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1 SimpliFiber ® Optical Power Meter and Fiber Test Kits Users Manual September 2008, Rev. 1 10/10 ©2008, 2010 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2 90 days, unless otherwise stated. Ni-Cad, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries, cables or other peripherals are all considered parts or accessories. The warranty extends only to the original buyer or end user customer of a Fluke Networks authorized reseller, and does not apply to any product which, in Fluke Networks’...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Title Page Introduction ..................................1 Registration ................................... 1 The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base ..........................2 Contacting Fluke Networks ..............................2 Safety Information ................................2 Unpacking ..................................... 4 FTK1000 ..................................4 FTK1300 ..................................4 FTK1350 ..................................4 FTK1450 ..................................5 FTK2000 ..................................
  • Page 4 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Setting User Preferences ............................... 12 Continuous Wave/2 kHz Modes ............................14 Auto Wavelength Mode ............................... 14 Cleaning Connectors and Adapters ............................15 Cleaning Bulkhead Connectors (sources and patch panels) ..................15 Cleaning the Meter’s Connector ........................... 15 Cleaning Fiber Adapters ..............................
  • Page 5 Contents Environmental Specifications ............................35 Meter Specifications ..............................35 Multimode Source ................................. 37 1310 nm/1550 nm Singlemode Source ......................... 39 1490 nm/1625 nm Singlemode Source ......................... 41 FindFiber Source Specifications ............................. 43 Certifications, Compliance, and Regulatory Information ................... 44 Appendix A: How to Test Your Test Reference Cords ......................45 Appendix B: Using Mandrels ..............................
  • Page 6 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual...
  • Page 7 List of Figures Figure Page Installing the Batteries............................7 Meter and Source Features ..........................8 Display Features ..............................10 Installing the Connector Adapter ........................17 Detecting Active Fibers............................19 Using FindFiber Mode to Locate Fibers ....................... 21 Power Measurement Connections ........................22 Power Measurement Display..........................
  • Page 8 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Figure Page D-1. Reference and Test Connections for the 1 Jumper Method................59 D-2. Reference and Test Connections for the 2 Jumper Method................61 D-3. Reference and Test Connections for the 3 Jumper Method................63 D-4.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm, and 1625 nm. troubleshooting tips, and other support services. To register, Source wavelengths depend on the model used. fill out the online registration form on the Fluke Networks • Check fibers for optical activity with CheckActive ™...

  • Page 10: The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual • The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base Singapore: +65-6799-5566 • Taiwan: (886) 2-227-83199 The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base answers common • USA: 1-800-283-5853 questions about Fluke Networks products and provides articles on cable testing techniques and technology. To Visit our website for a complete list of phone numbers.
  • Page 11 Safety Information Warning: Class 1 Laser (singlemode and Caution FindFiber sources) To avoid damaging fiber connectors, to avoid data To avoid possible eye damage caused by hazardous loss, and to ensure maximum accuracy of test radiation: results: • • Never look directly into optical connectors. Some Use proper cleaning procedures to clean all fiber sources produce invisible radiation that can connectors before every use.

  • Page 12: Unpacking

    Unpacking FindFiber ™ Source • LC connector adapter The SimpliFiber Pro Fiber Verification Kits come with the • accessories listed below. If something is damaged or ST connector adapter missing, contact the place of purchase immediately. • USB cable for PC communications •...

  • Page 13: Ftk1450

    Unpacking • • Carrying case SimpliFiber Pro Product Manuals CD • • Getting Started Guide and Instruction Sheets LinkWare Software CD • SimpliFiber Pro Product Manuals CD FTK2000 • LinkWare Software CD • SimpliFiber Pro optical power meter • FTK1450 SimpliFiber Pro 1310/1550 source •...

  • Page 14: Ftk2100

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual FTK2100 SFMULTIMODESOURCE • • SimpliFiber Pro optical power meter SimpliFiber Pro 850/1300 source • • SimpliFiber Pro 1310/1550 source Carrying pouch • • SimpliFiber Pro 1490/1625 source Instruction Sheet • USB cable for PC communications SFSINGLEMODESOURCE •...

  • Page 15: Battery Installation, Life, And Status

    >80 hours LED blinks continuously 1. Typical. See the specifications. 2. The LOW BATTERY LED blinks occasionally if auto power-off IEC LR6 is disabled. See page 12. NEDA 15A Note: Fluke Networks recommends alkaline batteries. ffl03.eps Figure 1. Installing the Batteries...

  • Page 16: Meter And Source Features

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Meter and Source Features ffl04.eps Figure 2. Meter and Source Features...
  • Page 17 Meter and Source Features : On/off key. : Switches between continuous wave and 2 kHz modulated output signals. The CW/2 kHz LED lights if R S T : Softkeys, which provide functions related to the output is continuous. It blinks if the output is the current display.

  • Page 18: Display Features

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Display Features : Indicates that pressing scrolls through choices in the current mode. SAVE: Indicates that pressing saves the power or loss measurement. RECORD: Label for the record number. VIEW RECORD: Indicates the meter is displaying saved measurements.
  • Page 19 Display Features : Low battery indicator. See page 7. Max Min: Indicators for maximum (Max) and minimum (Min) power measurements. See page 24. 2 kHz: The meter detects a 2 kHz modulated optical signal. See page 14. DELETE?: Indicates that pressing deletes the current record.

  • Page 20: Setting User Preferences

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Setting User Preferences For the source: If auto power-off is enabled, the source turns off after 30 For the meter: minutes if no keys are pressed. To enter setup mode, hold down for 4 seconds.
  • Page 21 Setting User Preferences Table 3. Meter Setup Items Meter Setup Item Choices Enable or disable Min Max mode for power measurements. mW µW dBm Select a unit for power measurements: milliwatts (mW), microwatts (µw), or decibels relative to 1 mW (dBm). Turn the backlight off or on.

  • Page 22: Continuous Wave/2 Khz Modes

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Continuous Wave/2 kHz Modes To set the source to auto wavelength mode: If the AUTO LED is not on, press Press to switch the source between continuous wave and 2 kHz modulated output signals.

  • Page 23: Cleaning Connectors And Adapters

    Dry the connector with a dry swab by twisting it around in the connector 3 to 5 times. Inspect connectors with a fiber microscope, such as the ™ Fluke Networks FiberInspector Video Microscope before making connections.

  • Page 24: Cleaning Connector Ends

    You can change the meter’s connector adapter to connect to and slide the adapter onto the connector. SC, ST, and LC fiber connectors. Additional adapter styles may be available. Check the Fluke Networks web site for Screw the nut onto the meter connector. updates.
  • Page 25 Changing the Connector Adapter ffl05.eps Figure 4. Installing the Connector Adapter...

  • Page 26: Detecting Active Fibers

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Detecting Active Fibers To use CheckActive mode: Press until CheckActive ™ appears. The meter’s CheckActive ™ mode lets you quickly determine if a fiber is connected to active equipment. This mode helps Connect the meter to a fiber.
  • Page 27 Detecting Active Fibers Inactive fiber Active fiber ffl23.eps Figure 5. Detecting Active Fibers...

  • Page 28: Locating Fibers

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Locating Fibers Table 4. FindFiber Source Numbers ID Number on FindFiber mode helps you quickly identify link connections at Source Connected the Meter patch panels. SimpliFiber Pro multimode source To use FindFiber mode:...
  • Page 29 Locating Fibers Fiber links Patch panel ID #1 (multimode source) ID #3 ID #4 SimpliFiber Pro meter ID #5 ffl19.eps Figure 6. Using FindFiber Mode to Locate Fibers...

  • Page 30: Measuring Optical Power

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Measuring Optical Power Fiber link The power measurement shows the optical power level produced by a source such as an optical network interface card or optical test equipment. Optical Measuring power at the...
  • Page 31 Measuring Optical Power The wavelength being measured. Indicates the meter is in auto wavelength mode. The power measurement. To change the measurement unit see page 12. Pressing SET REF saves the measured power level as the reference and switches the meter to loss measurement mode.

  • Page 32: Using The Min/Max Function

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Using the Min/Max Function The Min/Max function shows the minimum and maximum power levels measured for each wavelength. To enable the Min/Max function: On the meter, hold down for 4 seconds to enter setup mode.

  • Page 33: Measuring Loss

    1 Jumper results. Setting the Reference Testing the Test Reference Cords You may set the reference from power or loss mode. Fluke Networks recommends using power mode because the You must test your test reference cords at regular intervals.
  • Page 34 . Check the connections and the source’s mode or try setting the reference again using another Note test reference cord. If you are not using a SimpliFiber Pro source, set the source to the desired wavelength and continuous Caution wave output.
  • Page 35 Measuring Loss Test reference cord Caution Do not disconnect the test reference cord from the source’s output after setting the reference Meter Source ffl07.eps Figure 10. Reference Connections (1 Jumper method)

  • Page 36: Measuring Loss

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Measuring Loss Note If you are not using a SimpliFiber Pro source, set the Set the reference as described on page 25. source to the desired wavelength and to continuous wave output. On the meter, press Clean the connectors on the link to be tested and on a to select the wavelength generated by the source.
  • Page 37 Measuring Loss Second test Fiber link Test reference cord reference cord Caution Do not disconnect the test reference cord from the source’s output after setting the reference. Meter Source ffl08.eps Figure 11. Loss Measurement Connections (1 Jumper method)
  • Page 38 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual The wavelength being measured. Indicates the meter is in auto wavelength mode. The loss measurement. If the loss measurement is blinking, the loss is negative and less than -1.0 dB. See “If Loss is Negative”...

  • Page 39: If Loss Is Negative

    Memory Functions If Loss is Negative Memory Functions A negative loss measurement means the reference power The meter stores up to 1000 loss or power records. If memory level is less than the measured power level. This can be is full, the meter shows when you try to save a caused by the following: measurement.
  • Page 40 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual The wavelength and the measurement. If the record contains measurements for multiple wavelengths, the display alternates between the measurements. The record number. To delete the record you are viewing, press DELETE twice.

  • Page 41: Uploading Records To A Pc

    Import all records from the meter or select records to import. Note The meter’s record numbers are in the Cable ID ffl22.eps column in LinkWare. Figure 14. Connecting to a PC To delete all records in the tester, select Utilities > SimpliFiber Pro > Delete All Tests in Memory.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Clean the display with glass cleaner and a soft, lint-free cloth. Clean the case with a soft cloth dampened with For a complete list of options and accessories visit the Fluke water or water and a mild soap. Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Environmental Specifications Operating temperature -10ºC to +50ºC Storage temperature -20ºC to +50ºC Meter Specifications Detector type InGaAs Calibrated wavelengths 850 nm, 1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm Measurement range +10 dBm to -52 dBm (850 nm) +10 dBm to -60 dBm (1300 nm, 1310 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm, 1625 nm) Power measurement linearity ±0.2 dB (850 nm)
  • Page 44 6.4 in x 3.2 in x 1.5 in (16.5 cm x 8.0 cm x 3.9 cm) Weight 11.5 oz (325 g) ≤ 4. Measured power levels 0 dBm. Battery life depends on the condition and type of batteries used. Fluke Networks recommends alkaline batteries.

  • Page 45: Multimode Source

    Specifications Multimode Source Emitter type LED: dual 850 nm/1300 nm Central wavelength 850 nm: ±30 nm 1300 nm: ±20 nm Spectral width (FWHM) 850 nm: 50 nm (typical) 1300 nm: 170 nm (maximum) 850/1300 nm: ≥ -20 dBm Minimum output power Power output stability ±0.1 dB over 8 hours Auto dual-wavelength switching...
  • Page 46 5.6 in x 3.2 in x 1.6 in (14.2 cm x 8.1 cm x 4.1 cm) Weight 9.8 oz (278 g) 2. In auto-wavelength mode. Battery life depends on the condition and type of batteries used. Fluke Networks recommends alkaline batteries.

  • Page 47: 1310 Nm/1550 Nm Singlemode Source

    Specifications 1310 nm/1550 nm Singlemode Source Emitter type FP laser: dual 1310 nm/1550 nm Central wavelength 1310 nm: ±20 nm 1550 nm: ±30 nm Spectral width (RMS) 1310 nm: 2 nm (maximum) 1550 nm: 3 nm (maximum) 1310 nm/1550 nm: ≥ -7 dBm (typical) Minimum output power Power output stability ±0.25 dB over 8 hours...
  • Page 48 5.6 in x 3.2 in x 1.6 in (14.2 cm x 8.1 cm x 4.1 cm) Weight 9.8 oz (278 g) 2. In auto-wavelength mode. Battery life depends on the condition and type of batteries used. Fluke Networks recommends alkaline batteries.

  • Page 49: 1490 Nm/1625 Nm Singlemode Source

    Specifications 1490 nm/1625 nm Singlemode Source Emitter type DFB laser: dual 1490 nm/1625 nm Central wavelength 1490 nm: ±3 nm 1625 nm: ±5 nm Spectral width (RMS) 1490 nm: 1 nm (maximum) 1625 nm: 1 nm (maximum) 1490 nm/1625 nm: ≥ -3 dBm (typical) Minimum output power Power output stability ±0.25 dB over 8 hours...
  • Page 50 5.6 in x 3.2 in x 1.6 in (14.2 cm x 8.1 cm x 4.1 cm) Weight 9.8 oz (278 g) 2. In auto-wavelength mode. Battery life depends on the condition and type of batteries used. Fluke Networks recommends alkaline batteries.

  • Page 51: Findfiber Source Specifications

    Specifications FindFiber Source Specifications Emitter type Laser Source connector Fixed SC FindFiber ID numbers 1 through 8. Default is 3. Power indicator Power requirement 2 AA alkaline batteries Battery life >80 hours (typical) Automatic power-off 30 minutes Low battery indicator Blinking LED Size 7.1 in x 1.3 in x 1.0 in (17.9 cm x 3.2 cm x 2.5 cm)

  • Page 52: Certifications, Compliance, And Regulatory Information

    SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Certifications, Compliance, and Regulatory Information Conforms to relevant European Union directives Conforms to relevant Australian standards Listed by the Canadian Standards Association Laser Complies with 21CFR.1040.10,11, and EN60825-1, 2:2007 (Class 1, Hazard Level 1)

  • Page 53: Appendix A: How To Test Your Test Reference Cords

    Appendix A: How to Test Your Test Reference Cords Why You Must Do this Test Equipment You Must Have To get accurate measurements of loss, you must use high- Figure A-1 shows the equipment you must have to test quality test reference cords that are in good condition and your test reference cords.
  • Page 54 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual ffl24.eps SimpliFiber Pro optical power meter. Use the connector A test reference cord that you are sure is good. One adapter that connects to the cords you will test. connector is SC. The other connector is the same as on the cords you will test.
  • Page 55 Appendix A: How to Test Your Test Reference Cords 1 Clean and Inspect the Connectors 1-2 After you clean an endface, use a fiber microscope to examine the endface. Figure A-2 shows examples of 1-1 Test reference cords must have endfaces that are clean what you can see with a fiber microscope.
  • Page 56 -24.50 dBm (for example, -23.50 dBm is a Note better value) If you are not using a SimpliFiber Pro source, set • For 62.5/125 µm fiber, the reference value must be the source to the desired wavelength and to better than -20.00 dBm (for example, -19.50 dBm is a...
  • Page 57 Appendix A: How to Test Your Test Reference Cords ffl25.eps Figure A-3. Connections for Testing a Test Reference Cord...
  • Page 58 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual...

  • Page 59: Appendix B: Using Mandrels

    50 µm and 62.5 µm fiber links for current and planned high bit-rate applications, such as Gigabit Ethernet and Figure B-1 shows how to wrap the fiber around a mandrel. 10 Gigabit Ethernet. Mandrels are available from Fluke Place the mandrel at the source’s output, as shown in Figure Networks.
  • Page 60 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Place top wrap in groove under retainer Wrap 5 times in grooves Right: no bends at retainer Wrong: bends at retainer amd67.eps Figure B-1. Wrapping a Test Reference Cord Around a Mandrel...
  • Page 61 Appendix B: Using Mandrels Reference connections Test connections ffl16.eps Figure B-2. Mandrel Placement...
  • Page 62 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual...

  • Page 63: Appendix C: Fiber Test Method Names

    Appendix C: Fiber Test Method Names Industry standards use different names for equivalent fiber test methods. Table C-1 shows the names used in this manual and by four common industry standards for the three fiber test methods. Table C-1. Test Method Names Link End Connections This TIA/EIA-526-14A...
  • Page 64 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual...

  • Page 65: Appendix D: Loss Test Methods

    Appendix D: Loss Test Methods Introduction Note See Appendix C for a cross-reference of the method The number of fiber connections represented in loss test names in various standards. results depends on the reference and test connections. This appendix describes the three common methods: 1 Jumper, This appendix also describes modified connections you can 2 Jumper, and 3 Jumper.
  • Page 66 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual 1 Jumper Method Loss results for the1 jumper method therefore represent both connections plus the fiber in the link. ANSI/TIA/EIA-526- Results from the 1 jumper method account for the loss of 14A and 526-7 specify the1 jumper method for testing two connections plus the fiber in the link.
  • Page 67 Appendix D: Loss Test Methods Reference connections Fiber link Test connections ffl11.eps Figure D-1. Reference and Test Connections for the 1 Jumper Method...
  • Page 68 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual 2 Jumper Method The test connections add one connection, plus the fiber in the link, to each path. Loss results for the 2 jumper method Results from the 2 jumper method account for the loss of therefore represent only one connection plus the fiber in the one connection plus the fiber in the link.
  • Page 69 Appendix D: Loss Test Methods Reference connections Fiber link Test connections ffl10.eps Figure D-2. Reference and Test Connections for the 2 Jumper Method...
  • Page 70 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual 3 Jumper Method The test connections add only the fiber in link. Loss results for the 3 jumper method therefore represent only the fiber Results from the 3 jumper method account for the loss of in the link.
  • Page 71 Appendix D: Loss Test Methods Reference connections Fiber link Test connections ffl12.eps Figure D-3. Reference and Test Connections for the 3 Jumper Method...
  • Page 72 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual Modified 1 Jumper Method This section describes modified reference and test connections that produce 1 jumper results. Use these connections if you need 1 jumper results but do not have connector adapters that match the connectors on the link.
  • Page 73 Appendix D: Loss Test Methods LC to LC adapter SC to LC test SC to LC test reference cord reference cord Reference connections Fiber link Short LC to LC test reference cord. Test connections (0.3 m or less. Added after referencing.) ffl13.eps Figure D-4.
  • Page 74 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual...

  • Page 75: Index

    –F– optional, 34 modified, 64 standard, 4 FindFiber mode, 20 3 jumper method, 62 AUTO, 14 Fluke Networks fiber loss test methods, 57 auto power-off, 13 contacting, 2 locating fibers, 21 auto wavelength mode, 14 Knowledge Base, 2 loss measurement, 29 PC, 33 –B–...
  • Page 76 SimpliFiber Pro Meter and Test Kits Users Manual –H– minimum/maximum (Min/Max), 24 fail, 26 setting the reference, 25 help (contacting Fluke Networks), 2 registration, 1 –N– –I– negative loss, 31 –S– ID, 20 safety information, 2, 34 –O– setting the reference, 25 –K–...

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