Verifying Operation - Fluke DTX-1800 Technical Reference Handbook

DTX Series CableAnalyzer
Technical Reference Handbook

Verifying Operation

The tester performs a basic self test on the mainframe and
OTDR module when you turn it on. To run the self test
manually, select Self Test from the SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
menu.
Setting Up for OTDR Testing
For information on configuring the tester's job settings,
such as fiber IDs and folders for saving test results, see
"Preparing to Save Tests" on page 2-1.
For information on setting user preferences, such as length
units and numeric formats, see "Setting User Preferences"
on page 1-27.
Always clean and inspect fiber connectors before making
connections. Use fiber optic solvent and optical-grade wipes
or swabs to clean connectors as follows:
Cleaning Bulkhead Connectors
1 Touch the tip of a fiber optic solvent pen or swab
soaked in solvent to a lint-free dry wipe or fiber
cleaning card.
2 Touch a new, dry swab to the solvent spot on the wipe
or card. Push the swab into the connector, twist it
around 3 to 5 times against the end-face, then remove
and dispose of the swab.
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3 Dry the connector with a dry swab by twisting it around
in the connector 3 to 5 times.
4 Inspect connectors with a fiber microscope, such as the
Fluke Networks FiberInspector Video Microscope before
making connections.
Cleaning Fiber Adapters
Periodically clean fiber adapters with a swab and fiber optic
solvent. Dry with a dry swab before use.
Cleaning Connector Ends
1 Touch the tip of a fiber optic solvent pen or swab
soaked in solvent to a lint-free dry wipe or fiber
cleaning card.
2 Wipe the connector end-face across the solvent spot,
then back and forth once across the dry area of the
wipe or card.
Some connector styles, such as VF-45, may require a
different cleaning method.
3 Inspect connectors with a fiber microscope, such as the
Fluke Networks FiberInspector Video Microscope
before making connections.
Note