Summary of Contents for Camplex CMX-OPT-CON-TST
- Page 1 USER MANUAL CAMPLEX opticalCON CMX-OPT-CON-TST CAMPLEX Brand Fiber Gear • 812 Kings Highway • Sauger es, NY 12477 www.camplex.com Rev.1b ...
- Page 2 Camplex CMX-OPT-CON-TST opticalCON Fiber Optic Cable Tester Most fiber cable assemblies fail due to lack of proper end‐face cleaning. When cleaning is not the issue, the Camplex op calCON Fiber Op c Cable Tester is the perfect diagnos c tool for all user levels to accurately test and evaluate opticalCON and opticalCON SMPTE cables in the studio and in the field. The Camplex opticalCON Tester is the most cost‐effec ve means to test SMPTE elec‐ trical and op cal con nuity. The unit includes a comprehensive electrical test circuit to evaluate shield con nuity and shorts, a commonly overlooked but important test. Electrical tes ng scans the power, control, and main shield for open circuits and short circuits in op calCON cables that include electrical conductors. A Visual Fault Locator (VFL) is used to quickly locate broken fibers and to verify individual fibers for op cal con nuity. The tester can aid in the measurement of op cal power loss and budgets, allowing access to fibers that are not easily accessible within Neutrik op calCON connectors. The unit can also act as a break out box for the connec on of addi onal fiber op c tools such as fiber light ...
- Page 3 Conduct con nuity and short circuit scan for each op cal fiber elec‐ trical connec on and ground Perform basic VFL op cal con nuity inspec on for each fiber Diagnos c ports connect light sources and power meters for ad‐ vanced tes ng (ORL/OTDR not included). Tests all Neutrik op calCON connectors Rugged field‐ready housing includes protec ve dust caps Access to fiber channels in cable using fiber op c jumpers Connect other fiber op c test equipment to SMPTE terminated ca‐ bles assemblies using jumpers Hard plas c carrying case with internal foam padding holds compo‐ nents securely in place Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 3 ...
- Page 4 Features Dust cap ST Ports Indicator Lights op calCON Connector Ba ery Compartment Power Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 4 ...
- Page 5 Package Includes Main tes ng unit with 9VDC ba ery (installed) Laser source Visual Fault Locator (VFL) and VFL so sheath Two singlemode 1m ST to ST breakout fiber jumpers Protec ve hard plas c case with foam padding Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 5 ...
- Page 6 2. Disconnect cables from all equipment prior to tes ng. 3. CLEAN (see page 10 for cleaning instruc ons) all op cal cable contacts that will be connected to the CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST; this includes the op calCON cable to be tested and the ST to ST jumper cables. Inspect with a video inspec on unit – Lightel or similar if available. ST connec ons are securely made in the same manner you would connect a bayonet BNC: while pressing lightly in on the con‐ nector, twist it in a clockwise direc on about 1/8 to 1/4 of a turn and then release. The connector should stay inserted and have backwards spring pressure holding the bayonet in place. The op calCON connec ons are made by aligning the keys at the top of the connectors and pushing them straight together un l they click and lock. To remove, gently push in and pull back on the spring loaded collar. NOTE: Before connec ng the cable to be tested, turn the unit on. The unit is now in self‐test mode and all the LEDs will be solidly illuminated except for the low ba ery LED. This self‐test ensures that all the LEDs are func oning correctly and tes ng can proceed. Turn the unit off before connec ng cables. Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 6 ...
- Page 7 A flashing BLUE LED on the le of the infographic indicates that the copper conductors have proper con nuity. A con nuous/non‐flashing BLUE LED indicates that there are con nu‐ ity problems. A RED LED for each wire indicates which wire(s) failed. See CONTINUITY FAULT DIAGNOSIS below. As required by the SMPTE standard, a con nuous BLUE LED indicates a failed shield wire test which means there is an overall fail status of the cable. See SHIELD WIRE TEST below. CONTINUITY FAULT DIAGNOSIS – per wire A flashing RED LED indicates an open circuit. A non‐flashing/con nuous RED LED indicates a short circuit. SHIELD WIRE TEST On the right is a RED LED labeled SHIELD WIRE TEST. A flashing RED LED indicates an open circuit. Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 7 ...
- Page 8 A non‐flashing/con nuous RED LED indicates a short circuit. 4. TEST THE FIBERS FOR FAULTS Use the ST to ST jumpers provided to “break‐out” the fibers from the op calCON cable under test. The ST ports next to each op calCON con‐ ST‐ST Jumper nector are directly connected to the adjacent connector’s internal fiber op cs. This allows easy access and con‐ nec on of the class 3A red laser VFL that is in‐ cluded. Follow ALL safety pre‐ cau ons when working with the laser VFL. Tester Unit Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 8 ...
- Page 9 Connect the VFL to the ST cable that is plugged into the le A ST connector on the tester and check for red laser light pass through at the end of the other ST jumper that is connected to the A ST connector on the right side of the tester. The light should be easy to see by aiming the connector at a lightly colored surface such as a standard sheet of paper. DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE CONNECTOR! If you do not see a red laser light shining on the surface of the sheet of paper, then there is a break in the fiber. d. Repeat steps above to test the B jacketed fiber in the op calCON cable under test by changing A to B throughout the instruc ons above. NOTE: Regularly test the ST to ST jumpers by plugging them into the VFL and facing the other end at a lightly colored surface. If you do not see a bright red light shining on the surface, then a replacement ST to ST jumper may be needed. Confirm that the VFL itself is outpu ng red laser light by shining it at a lightly colored surface. DO NOT LOOK INTO THE VFL. e. Record conductor failure results and fiber fault results in detail in order to communicate this informa on when the cable is sent to an authorized op calCON SMPTE fiber repair center. This will facilitate repair turnaround me. Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 9 ...
- Page 10 USE cleaning kits that are specifically intended for fiber op cs. Other cleaning kits can contain microscopic contaminants that can damage the contacts. Fi‐ ber Op c Cleaning Kits are available from your dealer or supplier. Contacts are the terminated ends of the actual fibers, the part that is insert‐ ed and makes ‘contact’ to enable light wave transmission through the fiber. Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 10 ...
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Page 11: Safety Precautions
3. Do not disassemble the unit or place it on an unstable base. 4. Do not drop the unit and avoid heavy impact. 5. This unit should not be placed in a built‐in installa on unless proper ven la on is provided. Any openings in the enclosure must not be blocked or covered as they protect the unit from over‐ hea ng. 6. Before cleaning, unplug the unit from all connec ons. Use a clean, slightly damp cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use appropriate cleaning kits for fiber op c cables. 7. Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this may result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 8. Enclosure entry is dangerous. Never push objects of any kind, in‐ cluding liquids, into this unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short‐out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. 9. Do not a empt to open or service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage and other hazards. 10. There are no user‐serviceable parts inside the unit. If the unit re‐ quires service contact your authorized dealer, or an authorized repair service company. Camplex CMX‐OPT‐CON‐TST Page 11 ... - Page 12 Camplex 812 Kings Highway Sauger es, NY 12477 www.camplex.com ...