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  • Page 1 OMNIScanner ™ OMNIFiber ™...
  • Page 2 TIA and ISO standards, IBER as well as other fiber network application requirements. PN 1752581 (English) (2950-4500-08E Rev. 01) March 2002, 3/02 © 2002 Fluke Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 3 LIMITED WARRANTY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Each Fluke Networks product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is one year and begins on the date of purchase. Parts, accessories, product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction .......... 1 - 1 The Digital Solution for Fiber and Copper ............1 - 1 The Graphical User Interface ................1 - 1 OMNIRemote ....................1 - 1 OMNIFiber ......................1 - 2 Scanlink Tools Software ...................
  • Page 5 OMNIS User Guide CANNER The Project Screen ..................2 - 13 Running an Autotest for Coaxial Cabling ..........2 - 13 Saving Coaxial Autotest Results ............... 2 - 14 Viewing Coaxial Test Results ..............2 - 15 Chapter 3 - Getting Started: Fiber Optic Networks 3 - 1 Charging OMNIScanner’s Battery ..............
  • Page 6 OMNIS User Guide CANNER General Information ..................5 - 3 Twisted Pair Measurements with OMNIScanner ........5 - 5 Wiremap ...................... 5 - 5 Length/Delay ....................5 - 5 NEXT ......................5 - 6 Attenuation ....................5 - 7 Return Loss ....................5 - 8 ELFEXT ......................
  • Page 7 OMNIS User Guide CANNER One Jumper Reference Method ............8 - 3 Two Jumper Reference Method ............8 - 4 Three Jumper Reference Method ............ 8 - 5 Two Jumper Reference Method in Loopback Mode .......8 - 6 Chapter 9 - Uploading and Printing ......9 - 1 Scanlink Tools ....................
  • Page 8 OMNIS User Guide CANNER Length ......................A - 6 Resistance ......................A - 6 Power Sum NEXT, ACR and ELFEXT ..............A - 6 Optical Measurements (OMNIFiber) ............... A - 6 Length (OMNIFiber MM, multimode) ............. A - 7 Length (OMNIFiber SM, single-mode) ............. A - 7 Delay (OMNIFiber MM, multimode) ..............
  • Page 9 OMNIS User Guide CANNER TOC - 6...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 1 - Introduction The Digital Solution for Fiber and Copper OMNIS is the most advanced hand-held certification and diagnos- CANNER tic tool for the verification of copper links. The Category 7, 6, 5E (Enhanced), 5 and ISO Class F, E, D, and C tester has an extended fre- quency range of 300 MHz.

  • Page 11: Omnifiber

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIF IBER OMNIF transforms OMNIS and OMNIS 2 into a fiber optic IBER CANNER CANNER tool for testing and certification of multimode and single-mode fiber premise networks. OMNIF consists of two test heads that attach IBER directly onto OMNIS and OMNIR to become a part of each...

  • Page 12: Omniscanner's Display

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIS ’s Display CANNER Scanner Display Function 1-2 or 12/36: The paired numbers in the display indicate wire pairs. For example, 1-2 indicates the wire pair of pins 1 and 2. 12/36 indicates two wire pairs tested, the first pair of pins 1 and 2, and the second pair of pins 3 and 6.

  • Page 13: Omniscanner's Keypad

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER ADAPTER CONNECTOR FUNCTION KEYS ON/OFF BACKLIGHT AUTOTEST ESCAPE ALPHANUMERIC ARROW KEYS KEYS ENTER UPPER/LOWER CASE HELP KEY SWITCH KEY AC ADAPTER USB PORT DB-9 SERIAL MMC CARD CONNECTOR SOCKET (OMNISCANNER2) (OMNISCANNER2) OMNIS ’s Keypad CANNER ON/OFF When turned on OMNIS will display the project screen.

  • Page 14: Alphanumeric Keys

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER display contrast. In addition to contrast adjustments, the screen dis- plays hardware version, software version, serial number information, and the date and time when the unit was last Factory Calibrated. AUTOTEST Autotest Press the Autotest key to run a custom or predefined Autotest. Press the Escape key to cancel the current operation.

  • Page 15: Function Keys

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Function Keys The functions of the 4 keys vary depending on the current display. The assigned functions are: Setup Measurements Diagnostics Results Edit Delete Save Options Save Save w/Graphs Save to MMC Save w/Graphs to MMC Copy Project to MMC Copy Results to MMC Erase a letter...

  • Page 16: Omniremote Keys

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIR ’s LED Indicators EMOTE Color Description PASS Green Overall Autotest Result is PASS Status Green OMNIR (flashing) EMOTE ready for testing Green OMNIR is active (consistent) EMOTE FAIL Overall Autotest Result is FAIL Circuit Orange Hazard condition is Guard detected.
  • Page 17 OMNIS User Guide CANNER wavelength will blink rapidly when modulated light is transmitted. If the transmitted light is continuous, the green LED will not blink. (See OMNIF ’s LED indicators in this chapter for further information.) IBER When To Use OMNIR EMOTE Most measurements require the use of OMNIR at the far end of the...

  • Page 18: Displaying Omniscanner And Omniremote Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Displaying OMNIS and OMNIR Results CANNER EMOTE OMNIS and OMNIR are used together to perform measure- CANNER EMOTE ments, which allow the scanner to verify installed links or assist in the diagnosis of physical layer network problems. To accomplish these measurements, OMNIS and OMNIR are connected at either...

  • Page 19: Omnifiber Mm Led Indicators

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIF MM LED Indicators IBER Color Description 850nm Green OMNIF is transmitting IBER at 850 nm 850nm Green OMNIF is transmitting (flashing) IBER modulated light at 850 nm 850nm Orange Part 1 of Two Way test completed, switch fibers 1300/ Green...

  • Page 20: Attaching The Omniscanner Fiber Adapters

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Attaching the OMNIS Fiber Adapters CANNER Note Use dust caps to protect the connectors from dirt. Keep the connec- tors covered when the Fiber Adapters are not in use. This helps to ensure that contaminants from handling fiber do not affect test measurements.

  • Page 21: Predefined Lists

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Editing with OMNIS CANNER OMNIS includes sophisticated easy-to-use editing methods to CANNER accommodate a variety of user-definable items. Different fields have different editing procedures. Please follow the described procedures to make editing with the OMNIS effortless. CANNER Note All editable fields can be easily recognized by their dotted borders.

  • Page 22: Editing Alphanumeric Fields

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Editing Alphanumeric Fields To start the editing procedure for fields that contain alphabetic and numeric characters use the alphanumeric keypad. 1. Use the é or ê arrow keys to move the cursor to the field to be edited. The entire field will be highlighted in black.

  • Page 23: Technical Support

    Hardware and Software Version numbers available. See Product Versions section below. Visit the Fluke Networks website at www.flukenetworks.com. Send email to fluke-assist@flukenetworks.com. To order accessories or get the location of the nearest Fluke Networks distributor or service center, call: • USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853) • Canada: 1-800-363-5853 •...
  • Page 24 OMNIS User Guide CANNER (Setup) function key. Select Remote Info to open the REMOTE INFO screen, which contains the date the reference was last set, the hardware and software information, the serial number, the battery indicator, and the factory calibration data. The serial number can also be found on the back of each unit.
  • Page 25 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 1 - 16...

  • Page 26: Chapter 2 - Getting Started Twisted Pair Networks

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 2 - Getting Started Twisted Pair Networks Charging OMNIS ’s Battery CANNER In order to operate the OMNIS and OMNIR with battery CANNER EMOTE power, the battery must first be charged. Until the charging cycle is complete, the units can run with the AC adapter plugged in.

  • Page 27: Certification Of Network Installations

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Certification of Network Installations OMNIS is designed to efficiently certify cabling installations CANNER through its Autotest feature. Test results, test specifications, and cable types are organized into Projects. The Project, its test specifications and cable types are selectable from the OMNIS Project screen.

  • Page 28: Setting The Reference

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER • Setup Projects • View Graphs • Edit Autotest information The following sections provide detail on the certification process. Setting the Reference A reference must be set when OMNIS and OMNIR are used CANNER EMOTE as a set for the first time. After the initial reference setting, the process should be repeated periodically to ensure unit verification.

  • Page 29: Project Selection

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER 5. On finding OMNIR , the scanner reports: Acquiring Reference EMOTE Data. A gauge will indicate the progress. 6. Once the reference values has been recorded, OMNIS displays CANNER the REMOTE INFO screen. 7. Press ESC to return to OMNIS ’s SETUP screen.

  • Page 30: Running An Autotest For Twisted Pair Cabling

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER assigned already. These associated lists will appear in the pop-up lists for each item. If the Autotest or Cable you want to use is not in a pop- up list, open (Setup) to select the appropriate item. (See Chap- ter 4 - Setup: Autotest, Cable, or Project for further information.) Running an Autotest for Twisted Pair Cabling 1.

  • Page 31: Saving Twisted Pair Autotest Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER accuracy of the OMNIS measurement system, a (marginal CANNER FAIL) will be reported. If the measured result passes by an amount less than or equal to the accuracy of the measurement, a (marginal PASS) will be reported. Marginal results are very close to the PASS/FAIL line and are within the accuracy of the measurement for that type of link.

  • Page 32: Viewing Twisted Pair Autotest Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER unselect the graphs to be saved. (See Chapter 4 - Setup: Autotest Save Options for more information.) Press (Save) to save the settings and return to the SAVE AUTOTEST Screen 7. The SAVE AUTOTEST screen’s save function key indicates the selected Save Option.
  • Page 33 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 2 - 8...
  • Page 34 OMNIS User Guide CANNER To view stored test results at a later time, press the (Results) function key located in the Project screen. (See Chapter 7 - Results for more information.) Note The list of tests varies depending on the kind of Autotest that was performed.
  • Page 35 OMNIS User Guide CANNER The Length results screen has a (Detail) function key that allows you to view detailed test results for each pair. Tests that require the use of OMNIR will have small icons in the EMOTE upper right corner of the titlebar to indicate whether the information is pertinent for OMNIS OMNIR...

  • Page 36: Typical Test Configurations For Twisted Pair Cabling

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Typical Test Configurations for Twisted Pair Cabling Link The graphic shows the connection of OMNIS to a Modular 8 CANNER Jack in the wiring closet, and OMNIR to a Modular 8 jack EMOTE CAT 6 PERMANENT in the work area.

  • Page 37: Full Channel With Modular 8 Jacks

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER LINK ADAPTER to attach OMNIR to the Modular 8 jack. EMOTE Full Channel with Modular 8 Jacks A Full Channel consists of all the link elements from the hub to the workstation. USER CABLE For cables terminated with a CAT 6 modular 8 plug, use the sup- CHANNEL...

  • Page 38: Coaxial "Autotests

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Coaxial “Autotests” The Project Screen Press the ON/OFF key to power the unit on and display the Project screen with its user definable items: Project and Cable. Press (Setup) to select and configure Cables and Projects, edit User Options, and more.

  • Page 39: Saving Coaxial Autotest Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER AUTOTEST 5. Press the key to start the test. 6. Press ESC at any time to cancel the Autotest. 7. The COAX TESTS screen is displayed when the Autotest is com- pleted. Saving Coaxial Autotest Results 1.

  • Page 40: Viewing Coaxial Test Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER screen. (See Chapter 4 - Setup: Autotest Save Options for further information.) Press (Save) to save the settings and return to the SAVE AUTOTEST Screen 7. Press ESC to return to the COAX TESTS screen without saving the Autotest.
  • Page 41 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 2 - 16...

  • Page 42: Chapter 3 - Getting Started Fiber Optic Networks

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 3 - Getting Started Fiber Optic Networks Charging OMNIS ’s Battery CANNER In order to operate the OMNIS and OMNIR with battery CANNER EMOTE power, the battery must first be charged. Until the charging cycle is complete, the units can run with the AC adapter plugged in.

  • Page 43: Omniscanner's Project Screen

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Certification of Fiber Installations OMNIS and OMNIF are designed to efficiently certify fiber CANNER IBER optic cabling installations through the Autotest feature. Test results, test specifications, and cable types are organized into Projects. The Project, its test specifications and cable types are selectable from the OMNIS Project screen.

  • Page 44: Setting The Reference For Fiber Optic Cabling

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Scanlink Tools support the following: • Upload test results • Storage of test results to files (Scanlink proprietary format) • Print test reports • Export results in CSV format • Setup Projects • Edit Autotest Information Setting the Reference for Fiber Optic Cabling Note To ensure consistent accurate measurements,...

  • Page 45: Project Selection

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIS will store reference data for up to 5 OMNIF pairs. CANNER IBER Note Once the reference value has been set, ensure that both launch cables remain attached to the fiber adapters’ TX (transmit) ports so that the connections are not disturbed.

  • Page 46: Running An Autotest For Fiber Optic Cabling

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER The Adapter: field will automatically change to reflect that OMNIF is currently attached. IBER OMNIS auto-senses the adapter. If the CANNER adapter is changed, OMNIS will auto- CANNER matically adjust the content in the fields Autotest: and Cable: to reflect the new setup.

  • Page 47: Jumper Method Autotest

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER 4. Press 1 JUMPER METHOD AUTOTEST To run an Autotest when the 1-Jumper Method was used to set the Reference proceed as follows: 2 m Launch Cable 2 m Launch Cable Cable under Test Wall Plate Patch Panel 1.
  • Page 48 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 2. Remove the middle launch cable and the connector sleeves that were attached to the middle launch cable. 3. Connect the OMNIF to one end of the duplex link under test IBER MAIN and the OMNIF to the opposite end.

  • Page 49: Running A Fiber Autotest

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Running a Fiber Autotest Some Autotests do not have a fixed loss limit. The Optical Link Budget (OLB) is calculated based on the wavelength, the length of the cable, and the number of connectors and splices. OMNIS will automatically display the CONNECTIONS screen if CANNER...

  • Page 50: Fiber Autotest Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER 5. Press to complete the Autotest. Fiber Autotest Results Once the Autotest is completed the Autotest screen will be displayed. The arrows at the top of the screen indicate the direction of the light. points to the result measured from OMNIR EMOTE to OMNIS CANNER...
  • Page 51 OMNIS User Guide CANNER The number of Connections and Splices is displayed at the bottom of the screen (if applicable). To store the Autotest Result for the fiber listed on the right side, press (Save) function key located on the right side. To store the Autotest Result for the fiber listed on the left side, press (Save) function key located on the left side.

  • Page 52: Chapter 4 - Setup

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 4 - Setup Configuring OMNIS CANNER OMNIS ’s easy-to-use setup feature allows you to define, edit and CANNER preset many items. They are conveniently organized and can be easily accessed by pressing the assigned number on your alphanumeric keypad, or by highlighting the item and then pressing ENTER.

  • Page 53: Set Reference

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Set Reference Connect OMNIS and OMNIR through CANNER EMOTE their test connector ports using the Link Adapter and the Channel Adapter. Select Set Reference to display the SET REFERENCE screen. OMNIS will immediately start to communi- CANNER cate with OMNIR EMOTE...

  • Page 54: Autotests

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Press ESC to return to the SETUP screen. Autotests Select Autotests to display the AUTOTESTS screen. It contains a list of standard Autotest specifications supported by OMNIS . Standards CANNER are grouped by TIA, ISO, VENDOR, OMNI, IEEE, ATM, and AS/NZ. If there are Autotest specifications in a folder, it will appear full otherwise it will be empty Highlight a folder containing items...
  • Page 55 OMNIS User Guide CANNER Wiremap, Length, Delay and Skew limits are also displayed. The Wiremap numbers show the pairs that are being tested. The second page shows limits for Resistance, NEXT, Attenuation, and Return Loss. The third page lists limits for ELFEXT, ACR, and Power Sum NEXT measurements.

  • Page 56: Cables

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Autotest, OMNIS will choose the appropriate Autotest limits CANNER based on the selected fiber. Use the function key to view the limits for single-mode fibers. When viewing limits for equation-based Autotests like TIA 568B, ISO 11801, and 100Base-F, the Loss per km (kilometer) will be displayed.
  • Page 57 OMNIS User Guide CANNER Selecting the correct cable type will ensure accurate length measure- ments. If you cannot find or do not know the name of your cable manufacturer, simply select a cable from the Generic folder, or create a new cable. Press (Delete) to permanently remove a custom cable.

  • Page 58: Projects

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER (Ohms) from the predefined list. To setup whether or not the cable is shielded, use the ê to highlight Shield: and press ENTER. Use the é or ê arrow key to make the appropriate selection. If ‘Yes’ is selected, the wiring for the shield will be measured during the Autotest and used to determine if the Wiremap will PASS or FAIL.
  • Page 59 OMNIS User Guide CANNER If there are tests stored in a project the folder will appear full otherwise it will be empty Use the é or ê arrow key to highlight a specific Project. Press (Set Default) to select it as the Project to be used and to return to the SETUP screen.
  • Page 60 OMNIS User Guide CANNER The Name: field is initially empty. Press ENTER to edit the name. The first and last Circuit ID fields contain the default Circuit ID from the Project that was highlighted when the (New) key was pressed. Note New and edited project names are placed at the bottom of the list in the PROJECTS screen.

  • Page 61: Configurations

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER MT-F01-PP01-P01 (1st Circuit ID to be used) MT-F01-PP01-P02 (2nd Circuit ID to be used) MT-F01-PP01-P03 (3rd Circuit ID to be used) MT-F01-PP01-P48 (48th Circuit ID to be used) MT-F01-PP02-P01 (49th Circuit ID to be used) MT-F01-PP02-P48 (96th Circuit ID to be used) MT-F02-PP01-P01 (97th Circuit ID to be used) MT-F02-PP01-P02 (98th Circuit ID to be used) MT-F12-PP02-P48 (last Circuit ID to be used)

  • Page 62: Autotest Run Options

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Press (Set Default) to select it as the Configuration to be used and to return to the SETUP screen. While the selected Configuration is being loaded onto OMNIS 2, a CANNER gauge indicates the progress. Do not remove the MultiMediaCard from OMNIS 2 during the data transfer.

  • Page 63: Autotest Save Options

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Press ESC to discard all changes and return to the SETUP screen. Autotest Save Options Select Autotest Save Options to display the SAVE OPTIONS screen. This screen contains several options that allow you to customize the way OMNIS will save Autotests.

  • Page 64: User Options

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Press to select the graph to be saved. Press (Save) to save your changes and return to the SETUP screen. Press ESC to discard the changes and return to the SETUP screen. User Options Select User Options to display the USER OPTIONS screen. This screen contains several user definable preferences.

  • Page 65: Adapter Usage

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Adapter Usage Select Adapter Usage to display the ADAPTER USAGE screen. The number of Autotests that have been per- formed with the Adapter that is currently at- tached to OMNI: and Remote: is displayed below each adapter’s name (Adapter ID String). Press ESC to return to the SETUP screen.

  • Page 66: Fiber Adapter Info

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Fiber Adapter Info Select Fiber Info to display the FIBER INFO screen. The Serial numbers and the date the adapters were last factory calibrated is displayed. The currently used reference method(s) are displayed on the bottom of the screen. Press ESC to return to the SETUP screen.

  • Page 67: Label Printer

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Use the è to advance to the Date: field. Press ENTER to change the date format. DD is the day setting, MM is the month setting, YY is the year setting. Use the éê keys to highlight the desired format and press ENTER to select it as the default date format.

  • Page 68: Chapter 5 - Measurements

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 5 - Measurements Note The list of tests in the Measurement screen changes depending on the adapter that is currently attached to OMNIS CANNER Performing Individual Measurements with OMNIS CANNER OMNIS allows you to perform tests on twisted pair, fiber optic CANNER and coaxial cabling.

  • Page 69: Measuring Fiber Optic Cabling

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Measuring Fiber Optic Cabling With the OMNIF adapter attached, press the (Measurements) IBER function key to display the MEASUREMENTS screen for fiber optic cabling. Measuring Coaxial Cabling With the coax adapter attached, press the (Measurements) function key to display the MEASUREMENTS screen for coaxial ca- bling.

  • Page 70: General Information

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER General Information Most test result screens have a retest feature for diagnostic purposes. Press (Retest) to run continuous tests for the same cable. Press (Retest) once more to stop the continuous measurement. OMNIS will display the last measured data. CANNER Tests that require the use of OMNIR will have small icons in the...
  • Page 71 OMNIS User Guide CANNER pair combination. Use the é or ê keys to magnify the area of the graph where the cursor is located. The graph can be magnified 1x, 2x, 4x, or 10x. Use the ç or è keys to move the cursor within the graph. Use the cursor to display values for the desired frequency.

  • Page 72: Wiremap

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Twisted Pair Measurements with OMNIS CANNER Wiremap The Wiremap function tests twisted-pair cabling for proper wiring. Your cabling configuration is checked for shield continuity, opens, shorts, crossed pairs, split pairs, and reversed pairs. For each pair, Wiremap displays the length.

  • Page 73: Next

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER library. When creating or editing cables, the NVP value can be custom- ized. (See Chapter 4 - Setup: Cables for further information.) Delay is a measure of the time required for a pulse to travel from one end of the link to the other.

  • Page 74: Attenuation

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER signal which is monitored on each of the other pairs. The received signal is compared to the transmitted signal and the difference is reported as the NEXT value in dB. When measuring the NEXT for the OMNIR end, the roles of the two units are reversed.

  • Page 75: Return Loss

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER In the ATTENUATION screen, the worst case margin for all pairs is shown at the top of the screen. The pairs are displayed in the column on the left side, followed by the Attenuation in decibels (dB), the Attenuation margin/limit values, and the frequency.

  • Page 76: Elfext

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Return Loss results for OMNIS and OMNIR CANNER EMOTE Press (Graph) to display the Return Loss graph for the highlighted pair. The Return Loss is displayed for the frequency indicated by the cursor position. Press (Pairs) to view Return Loss graphs for other pairs.

  • Page 77: Acr/Bandwidth

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER indicated by the cursor position. Press (Pairs) to view ELFEXT graphs for other pair combinations. Press ESC to exit the ELFEXT screen. ACR/Bandwidth Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio (ACR) is an indication of how much larger the received signal is compared to the Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) on the same pair.

  • Page 78: Resistance

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER graphs for other pair combinations. Press ESC to exit the ACR screen. Resistance Resistance is measured in a loop through each pair in the cable. In a twisted pair cable, Resistance is measured by using OMNIR to short EMOTE the far end of the pair under test.

  • Page 79: Power Sum Elfext

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Press (Graph) to display the PSNEXT graph for the currently highlighted pair. PSNEXT is displayed for the frequency indicated by the cursor position. Press (Pairs) to view PSNEXT graphs for other pairs. Press ESC to exit the POWER SUM NEXT screen. Power Sum ELFEXT Power Sum ELFEXT is calculated from the summation of the indi- vidual ELFEXT effects on each pair by the other three pairs.

  • Page 80: Power Sum Acr

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Power Sum ACR Power Sum ACR is calculated from the Attenuation of the disturbing pair subtracted from the Power Sum NEXT for the pair. The worst case Power Sum ACR is reported for each pair. The POWER SUM ACR screen displays the pairs in the column on the left side, followed by the PSACR in decibels (dB), the margin/limit, and the frequency.

  • Page 81: Length/Delay

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Fiber Optic Measurements with OMNIF IBER Length/Delay The Length/Delay function measures a fiber’s length and propagation delay. Length measurements are derived from the propagation delay results using the GRI (Graded Refractive Index) at the appropriate wavelength. Propagation Delay is the measure of the time required for a signal to advance from one end of the link to the other.

  • Page 82: Power Meter

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER the screen point out the direction of the light and indicate which fiber the result is for. Press ESC to exit the LOSS screen. Power Meter The Power Meter function reports the overall received power. Use it to quickly verify and correct cabling and equipment problems.
  • Page 83 OMNIS User Guide CANNER light is continuous, the green LED will not blink. Press to set the reference value, place it in the appropriate field, and start calculating the loss. Press ESC to exit the POWER METER screen. 5 - 16...

  • Page 84: Coax Tests

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Coaxial Measurements with OMNIS CANNER Coax Tests In coaxial cable, an insulated wire runs through the middle of the cable and a second wire, called the shield, surrounds the insulation of the inner wire like a sheath.

  • Page 85: Cable Trace

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Cable Trace Tracer/Toner is a cable tracing function that assists in tracking cables hidden in walls, ceilings, floors, or patch panels by generating a signal that can be converted into an audible tone by Cable Tracer II (sold separately) or any other equivalent tracing device.

  • Page 86: Chapter 6 - Diagnostics

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 6 - Diagnostics OMNIS ’s Diagnostic Functions CANNER OMNIS has several advanced diagnostic test functions to help CANNER you with the identification of network cabling faults. Diagnostics allows you to locate opens, breaks, and short circuits as well as NEXT and Return Loss cabling faults in twisted pair cabling.

  • Page 87: Wiremap Displays

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER For each of the 8 conductors and the Shield, Wiremap can indicate proper pin termination on each end, continuity to OMNIR , shorts EMOTE between any two or more conductors, crossed pairs, reversed pairs, split pairs, and any other miswiring. For each pair, Wiremap displays the length.

  • Page 88: Tdnxt

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER SPLIT PAIRS: If a cable is wired correctly, pin-to-pin, but there is a split pair, Wiremap displays Split Pairs and highlights the pins in error. In our example, one wire from the 4-5 pair is twisted with one wire in the 7-8 pair. The Split Pair will be highlighted with reversed numbers.

  • Page 89: Using Tdnxt To Diagnose A Link

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER to select which end, OMNIS or OMNIR CANNER EMOTE you want to view the results for. Press to open the TDNXT screen. The screen displays the TDNXT (Time Domain NEXT) graph. The funnel- like lines are the upper and lower S-Bands. S-Bands are limit lines for connections as a function of distance from the cable end.

  • Page 90: Tdnxt Examples

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER If failures occur at both ends of the link, use to diag- nose each end. Failures at both ends of the link can interact. TDNXT Examples The following examples show the diagnostics process that is performed to identify failures on typical links with 2 meter test cables.

  • Page 91: Tdrl

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER NEXT in the cable is the source of the failure even though the cable’s NEXT response peaks are less than those of the connection. By knowing that the connection meets its performance requirement, the cable is easily identified as the non-compliant component of the link.
  • Page 92 OMNIS User Guide CANNER S-Bands™ provide a time domain limit to verify that the connections are within the desired category of performance. In a typical link, failures are a result of either a non-compliant connection or a faulty cable. The ability to determine if a connection meets the expected performance requirement significantly simplifies the diagnosis of a failure.

  • Page 93: Using Tdrl To Diagnose A Link

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Using TDRL to Diagnose a Link S-Bands provide an easy method to pinpoint if the fault is located at the connection or at the cable. The S-Bands allow you to determine if the connections in a link meet the desired performance level. They are designed to match the standard category of the selected Autotest.
  • Page 94 OMNIS User Guide CANNER BAD CABLE, GOOD CONNECTION: The cursor in the Return Loss graph is located at the worst Return Loss at 110.4 MHz, which is outside the limit line. The Link failed. Why? Press to open the TDRL screen to further review and diagnose the graph.

  • Page 95: Impulse Noise

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Impulse Noise Noise is undesirable electrical energy that falls within the typical network frequency bands of operation (generally 1-20 Mhz). It inter- feres with a network’s ability to transmit data reliably. Noise sources may include AC transmission lines, fluorescent light fixtures, industrial equipment, elevators, etc.

  • Page 96: Cable Trace

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Cable Trace Tracer/Toner is a cable tracing function that assists in tracking cables hidden in walls, ceilings, floors, or patch panels by generating a signal that can be converted into an audible tone by Cable Tracer II (sold separately) or any other equivalent tracing device.
  • Page 97 OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIS will identify office locations and CANNER display the ID of the Office Locator adapter found at the far end of the attached cable. If you are testing a cable that does not have an Office Locator attached at the other end, OMNIS will display a question mark.

  • Page 98: Chapter 7 - Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 7 - Results Autotest Results To view previously saved Autotests, press the (Results) function key. The RESULTS screen displays Project names together with the number of Autotests that are stored within each project. In the bottom row you will find the total number of Autotests currently stored in OMNI ’s memory.

  • Page 99: Viewing Autotest Results

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Press (Edit) to move the Autotest to another project or to change the Circuit ID. Press ENTER with the Project: highlighted to reveal a list of all projects that are currently stored. Use the éê to highlight the project you want to store the Autotest within, and press ENTER to select it.
  • Page 100 OMNIS User Guide CANNER To view detailed information about a saved Autotest use the éê on your keypad to highlight a Circuit ID in the Project Name screen and press ENTER. For Twisted Pair Cabling: The Autotest Results screen will be displayed. The name of the Au- totest, the cable that was used to run the test, and the overall test result (PASS or FAIL) are shown.
  • Page 101 OMNIS User Guide CANNER For Fiber Optic Cabling: The Autotest Results screen will be displayed. The name of the Au- totest, the cable that was used to run the test, and the overall test result ( PASS or FAIL) for both fibers are shown. , or (Loopback) are displayed to indicate the Method used to set the reference.

  • Page 102: Results Stored On A Multimediacard

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Results stored on a MultiMediaCard OMNIS 2 allows you to view results that are stored on the MMC. CANNER Internally stored results are identified by a light Project folder. Results stored on MMC are identified by a black Project folder.
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  • Page 104: Chapter 8 - Fiber Optic Reference Methods

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 8 – Fiber Optic Reference Methods Establishing the Reference Different methods can be used when making a reference measurement with OMNIF . The reference measurement to use depends on how IBER the standard defines the link, and how the network is interconnected. There are three basic link definitions and three corresponding reference methods.

  • Page 105: The Launch/Jumper Cable

    The Reference Methods For testing of networks with different connector styles, please consult the Fluke Networks web site (http://www.flukenetworks.com/support). It is very important that the transmitter (TX port) connections are not disturbed after the reference value is established.

  • Page 106: One Jumper Reference Method

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER One Jumper Reference Method This method is used when the link includes: • the loss of one connection at the near end cross connect • the loss of one connection at the far end cross connect/outlet •...

  • Page 107: Two Jumper Reference Method

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Two Jumper Reference Method This method is used when the link includes: • the loss of one connection at the near or far end cross connect • the loss of the cable plant TIA/EIA -455-171and IEEE 10 Base-X specify the two jumper method. Note This method is called ‘Method A’...

  • Page 108: Three Jumper Reference Method

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Three Jumper Reference Method This method is used when the link includes: • the loss of the cable plant Note This method is called ‘Method C’ in TIA-526-14A and ‘Method A.3’ in TIA-526-7. 2 m Launch Cable 2 m Launch Cable 2 m Launch Cable Couplers...

  • Page 109: Two Jumper Reference Method In Loopback Mode

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Two Jumper Reference Method in Loopback Mode The OMNIF Main can be used without the remote to make measure- IBER ments on a single fiber. In this state the TX fiber is looped back to the RX port of the same OMNIF adapter.

  • Page 110: Chapter 9 - Uploading And Printing

    The Getting Started Guide together with the software is part of the Scanlink Tools CD that is included with OMNIS . Scanlink Tools are also available for CANNER download from the Fluke Networks web site at www.flukenetworks.com. 9 - 1...
  • Page 111 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 9 - 2...

  • Page 112: Chapter 10 - Updating Scanner Software

    Chapter 10 - Updating Scanner Soft- ware Downloading Software from the WWW site Software updates can be easily downloaded from the Fluke Networks World Wide Web site. If you are connected to the Internet, you can access our web site by entering http://www.flukenetworks.com/support in the URL address field.
  • Page 113 OMNIS User Guide CANNER Test Cable AC Adapter AC Adapter Com 1 or Com 2 DB-9 to DB-25 or DB-9 to DB-9 Serial Cable 4. Plug the AC adapter into OMNIR EMOTE 5. Turn on OMNIS CANNER You are now ready to download the new flash update from the PC. Follow the instructions in the ReadMe that accompanies the update file.

  • Page 114: Chapter 11 - Multimediacard

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 11 - MultiMediaCard The MultiMediaCard is the world’s smallest solid state storage device. It weighs less than two grams and is the size of a postage stamp (32mm high by 24mm wide and 1.4mm thick). The card is available in 8MB, 16MB, and 32MB capacities.

  • Page 115: Multimediacard Maintenance

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER MultiMediaCard Maintenance Multi Media Flash memory cards store data just like a PC stores data on the hard disk. Saved files are broken into segments and stored in any free segment of the multi media flash memory card. Prior to the initial use, the MMC may require formatting.

  • Page 116: Chapter 12 - Universal Serial Bus Port

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Chapter 12 - Universal Serial Bus Port USB allows you to instantly connect OMNIS 2 to your computer CANNER running Windows ® 98 (2nd Edition) or Windows ® 2000. A standardized plug and port replaces all the different kinds of serial and parallel port connectors and combinations.
  • Page 117 OMNIS User Guide CANNER Note Make sure that you are running Windows ® 98 (2nd Edition) or Win- dows ® 2000. 1. Turn your PC on. 2. Connect the PC with OMNIS 2 via the high- CANNER speed USB cable. 3.
  • Page 118 OMNIS User Guide CANNER appear in your PC’s driver list. Windows 98: When connecting OMNIS 2 to a different USB port, CANNER the driver will be automatically installed. Windows 2000: When connecting OMNIS 2 to a different USB CANNER port, a separate installation of the driver from the Scanlink Tools CD is required.
  • Page 119 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 9. If more than one Project is found, the Project List will appear and allow you to select the project(s) you wish to upload. Make the appro- priate choice and press OK to continue the upload process. Once the connection is established, the scanner’s serial number is displayed in the lower left display panel.
  • Page 120 OMNIS User Guide CANNER 8. Click Cancel to abort the Download process. During the Download operation, the Download Status screen appears and a gauge indicates the progress. The OMNIS 2 keypad is locked CANNER during the download process. 9. The message ‘Download complete’ will be displayed to inform you when the Configuration is downloaded.
  • Page 121 OMNIS User Guide CANNER Note OMNIS Remote Control software can be connected to several CANNER OMNIS 2s, but only one at a time can be remote controlled. If CANNER you have more than one scanner connected, the USB Connection List will appear and allow you to select the scanner you wish to remote control.

  • Page 122: Appendix A - Technical Specifications

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Appendix A - Technical Specifications Specifications apply to both OMNIS and OMNIR unless CANNER EMOTE otherwise noted. Physical Characteristics OMNIS CANNER · Dimensions: 8.75” x 4.50” x 2.12” (22.25 cm x 11.4 cm x 5.4 cm) ·...

  • Page 123: Power

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER · 850 nm Indicator (ORANGE) for switching fibers · 1300 nm Indicator (ORANGE) for switching fibers OMNIF SM LED Displays IBER · 1310 nm Indicator (GREEN) for transmitting at 1310 nm · 1550 nm Indicator (GREEN) for transmitting at 1550 nm ·...

  • Page 124: Multimediacard Interface

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER · Recommended Cable Full Speed Shielded Twisted Pair with A-B Plugs (USB V1.1 Complaint) MultiMediaCard Interface · Link 4.6 MB/s SPI Mode with 16 bit CRC · Format 512 byte sector size, 32Bit FAT File System ·...

  • Page 125: Transmission Performance Measurement Method

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER OMNIF Test Functions IBER · Multimode Fiber: Length, Propagation Delay, Loss · Single-mode Fiber: Length, Propagation Delay, Loss Transmission Performance Measurement Method All cabling transmission performance measurements (NEXT, RL, Attenu- ation, and ELFEXT) are implemented using swept frequency domain, vector, digital signal processing measurement methods to ensure accurate, repeatable results.

  • Page 126: Wire Map

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER TABLE A1.2: CALCULATED TYPICAL ACCURACY PER TIA ERROR MODEL AS A FUNCTION OF MEASUREMENT CONFIGURATION Typical Accuracy @ 100 MHz Basic Link Permanent Channel measuring a 50 m link/chan. (Baseline) Link Insertion Loss Accuracy 0.6 dB 0.8 dB 1.0 dB PP NEXT Accuracy...

  • Page 127: Elfext (Equal Level Fext)

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER · Measurement Accuracy: Significantly exceeds Level III requirements · Measurement resolution: 0.1dB ELFEXT (Equal Level FEXT) · Tests from both directions using OMNIR and reports all 24 pair EMOTE combinations. · Frequency Range: 1 to 300 MHz ·...

  • Page 128: Length (Omnifiber Mm, Multimode)

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Length (OMNIF MM, multimode) IBER · Maximum 2000m (6600ft) · Resolution: 1m (1ft) Length (OMNIF SM, single-mode) IBER · Maximum 16,000m (52,500ft) · Resolution: 1m (1ft) from 0 to 2000m, 2m (6ft) from 2,000 to 16,000m Delay (OMNIF MM, multimode) IBER...
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  • Page 130: Appendix B - Batteries

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Appendix B - Batteries Battery Packs OMNIS and OMNIR are powered by rechargeable, recyclable CANNER EMOTE battery packs. Under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery pack into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

  • Page 131: Battery Charging

    (See Chapter 1 - Introduction: OMNIS ’s Keypad: CANNER Backlight) · Average daily life of the battery pack is about ten hours. · An external charger is also available. Contact your Fluke Networks distributor for details on the external charger. B - 2...

  • Page 132: Appendix C - Omnifiber Pass/Fail Criteria

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Appendix C - OMNIFiber PASS/FAIL Cri- teria For the latest cable installation, international standards, and conform- ance techniques: http://cabletesting.com/Fiber_Standards.html Formula 1: 568B Equation for 850nm fiber: (# of mated connections x 0.75) + (# of splices x 0.3) + (length x 3.5dB/ 1000m) = OLB* Formula 2: 568B Equation for 1300nm fiber: (# of mated connections x 0.75) + (# of splices x 0.3) + (length x 1.5dB/...
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  • Page 134: Appendix D - Cable Pin-Outs

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Appendix D - Cable Pin-Outs Described below are the functions of the electronic signals transmitted through each pin in a connector. Serial Cable DB-9 Male to DB-9 Female Pin-outs DB-9 Male DB-9 Female Serial Cable DB-9 Male to DB-25 Female Pin-outs DB-9 Male DB-25 Female D - 1...

  • Page 135: Cable Pin-Out Signals

    OMNIS User Guide CANNER Cable Pin-Out Signals The signals for the cable pin-outs are as follows: DB-9 DB-25 DB-9 Male Female Female Signal Signal Description Protective Ground Transmitted Data Received Data Request to Send Clear to Send DataTerm Ready Data Set Ready Received Line Signal Detector Ring Indicator D - 2...

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