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Notice Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this document was accurate at the time of printing. However, information is subject to change without notice, and JDSU reserves the right to provide an addendum to this document with information not available at the time that this document was created.
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Table of Contents About This Guide Purpose and scope ........xvi Assumptions .
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Table of Contents Fitting a module ..........8 Removing a module .
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Table of Contents Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions ......38 Performing an acquisition in Real Time mode .
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Table of Contents Event View ..........66 Changing the type of an event .
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Table of Contents Result page ......... . .95 Result page of the Power meter .
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Table of Contents OTDR ........... . 121 Saving results and generating a report .
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Table of Contents Loading files and displaying traces ......137 Simple loading ........137 Loading several traces in overlay .
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About This Guide The T-BERD/MTS-2000/4000 of JDSU provides a handheld, modular platform designed for the construction, validation and maintenance of fiber networks. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Purpose and scope” on page xvi – “Assumptions” on page xvi –...
About This Guide Purpose and scope Purpose and scope The purpose of this guide is to help you successfully use the T-BERD/ MTS-2000/4000 features and capabilities. This guide includes task- based instructions that describe how to install, configure, use, and trou- bleshoot the T-BERD/MTS-2000/4000 with modules.
About This Guide Recycling Information During off-hours, you can request assistance by doing one of the following: – leave a voice mail message at the Technical Assistance number in your region – e-mail North American Technical Assistance Center, tac@jdsu.com, or European Technical Assistance Center, support.uk@jdsu.com –...
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About This Guide Conventions Table 2 Typographical conventions (Continued) Description Example Text you must type exactly as Type: in the dia- a:\set.exe shown appears in this log box type- face. Variables appear in this type- Type the new hostname. face. Book references appear in this Refer to Newton’s Telecom typeface.
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About This Guide Conventions This symbol represents a risk of electrical shock. NOTE This symbol represents a Note indicating related information or tip. This symbol, located on the equipment or its packaging indicates that the equipment must not be disposed of in a land- fill site or as municipal waste, and should be disposed of according to your national regulations.
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Principle of Measurement Chapter 1 This chapter gives the principles of the measurements made by the optical modules. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Principle of reflectometry measurements” on page 2 – “Principle of optical power and attenuation measurements” on page 4 User Manual 770000102/08...
Chapter 1 Principle of Measurement Principle of reflectometry measurements Principle of reflectometry measurements Optical time domain reflectometry consists in injecting a light pulse into one end of the optical fiber to be analyzed and observing, at the same end, the optical intensity passing through the fiber in the opposite direc- tion to the propagation of the pulse.
Chapter 1 Principle of Measurement Principle of reflectometry measurements Validity of UTI-T, in recommendations G.650, G.651 and G.652, give backscatter Measurement measurement as an alternative method for measuring attenuation, the method of reference being the cut fiber. The field of application of backscatter is not limited, but the conditions for application of this method are nevertheless stipulated: –...
Chapter 1 Principle of Measurement Principle of optical power and attenuation measurements NOTE To measure the widest range of reflection coefficient, it is necessary to insert a variable optical attenuator between the reflectometer and the link to be tested. This attenuator enables the level of the trace to be adjusted so as to avoid saturation of the reflectometer by the reflection to be evaluated.
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Chapter 1 Principle of Measurement Principle of optical power and attenuation measurements Insertion loss method The power meter is first connected to the laser source via the refer- ence fiber: P1 is measured. Then the fiber to be tested is inserted between the reference fiber and the power meter: P2 is measured.
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Chapter 1 Principle of Measurement Principle of optical power and attenuation measurements User Manual 770000102/08...
Starting up Chapter 2 This chapter describes how to start using the MTS/T-BERD. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Unpacking the device - Precautions” on page 8 – “Fitting and removing a module” on page 8 –...
Chapter 2 Starting up Unpacking the device - Precautions Unpacking the device - Precautions We suggest that you keep the original packing material. It is designed for reuse (unless it is damaged during shipping). Using the original packing material ensures that the device is properly protected during shipping. If another packaging is used (for returning the equipment for example), JDSU cannot give warranty on good protection of the equipment.
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Chapter 2 Starting up Fitting and removing a module Fig. 2 Fixing the module to the 2000 Base-Unit Captive screws fixing the module(s) Fig. 3 Fixing the module to the 4000 Base-Unit User Manual 770000102/08...
Chapter 2 Starting up Universal connectors and adapters Removing a Unscrew the two captive fixing screws of the module completely (up module to the stop). Remove the two slots of the module from their housing onto the base. Carefully remove the module out of its slot. Universal connectors and adapters OTDR modules may be equipped with a universal connector and adapter selected at time of order.
Chapter 2 Starting up Universal connectors and adapters Pull out in the direction of the arrow in order to release the adapter from the lug holes To place an adapter, position the handle as shown in order to engage with the the lugs, push hard and pull the handle down Fig.
Chapter 2 Starting up Universal connectors and adapters Fig. 7 Fixing the adapter Once adapter is mounted, the module is ready to be used onto the Base-Unit. Cleaning Remove the adapter in order to access the ferrule and clean it using a universal cotton swab.
Activating OTDR function Chapter 3 Once the OTDR module is correctly set onto the equipment and the T- BERD/MTS is switched on, the desired OTDR function must be selected before any OTDR configuration, or measurement. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: –...
Chapter 3 Activating OTDR function Selecting the SmartOTDR™ Selecting the SmartOTDR™ Principle of the The SmartOTDR™ is used to perform OTDR acquisitions using a pre SmartOTDR™ loaded configuration file (no setup required) and access to essential analysis features. Selecting The SmartOTDR™ function is available whatever is the OTDR module SmartOTDR™...
Chapter 3 Activating OTDR function Selecting the OTDR Expert function Selecting the OTDR Expert function Principle of the The OTDR Expert is used to OTDR Expert – perform OTDR acquisitions with full OTDR setup capabilities, and advanced analysis features. – create configuration files that can be loaded by SmartOTDR™...
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Configuring the reflectometry Chapter 4 test Pressing the S TART key is all that is needed to start or stop a measurement. However, it is necessary to configure the measurement and the type of results desired. This chapter describes the different stages in configuring a reflectometry measurement using an OTDR module, in SmartOTDR™...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the unit for SmartOTDR™ Configuring the unit for SmartOTDR™ Results Once the SmartOTDR™ icon is validate, the page displays automatically. Before any test in SmartOTDR™: select the configuration file, which contains all acquisition parame- ters and file storage setup, and which has been created in Expert mode (see “Saving configuration parameters in a file”...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the unit for SmartOTDR™ Modifying some In SmartOTDR™ mode, the user have access to 4 parameters he can parameters modified before launching the test. before the To display and modify i necessary the parameters: acquisition Results page is displayed, press S...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Once the OTDR Expert icon is selected, the Results page automatically displays. In OTDR Expert, the parameters for acquisition and for file storage can be configured.
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Configuring the You can choose the OTDR acquisition parameters. Acquisition Once the Setup page is displayed, press Acquisition menu key to parameters configure the Acquisition parameters. The Acquisition Setup page is divided into two parts: the Acquisition box and the Launch cable box.
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Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert NOTE According to the value selected for Pulse parameter, the Range parameter can be automatically modified, and vice-versa. Resolution This parameter is exclusively configurable if Acquisition parameter is set to Manual.
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Auto a first short acquisition is performed with the shortest pulse in the range, before the standard one. the standard acquisition is directly launched. If the option OptiPulse is available, see “Configuring the OTDR acquisi- tion with OptiPulses mode”...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Configuring the If one parameter is selected, click on Next menu key to follow the OTDR Alarms configuration and define the Alarms parameters or click on the Acquisi- tion header and press one of the menu key Alarms, Measur’t, Link or parameters File to configure the selected parameters.
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert If all the results lie within the thresholds (no result is in red or yellow), they are displayed in green in the table and the icon is displayed at the right top of the trace.
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Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Wavelength (nm) 1310 SM 1360 - 1510 SM 1550 SM 1625 - 1650 SM Generic G652 G657 1.46750 1.46800 1.46800 1.46850 Generic G653 G655 1.46750 1.46800 1.46800 1.46850 ATT SM 1.46600 1.46700...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Scatter coefficient User Selects for each wavelength, the backscatter coeffi- cient of -99 dB to -50 dB by increments of 0.1dB. Modification of the backscatter coefficient K changes the measurements of reflectance and ORL.
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Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Press Edit Number soft key and select a value: – Enter a min level of detection, from 0.01 to 1.99 dB No: no splice detection – Auto: to automatically detect splice –...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Bend (not available in Multimode) With any dual or triple-wavelength measurement module, the user will have access to the macro bend detection function in the test setup. Each event of the selected wavelengths will then be compared.
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Location B The name of the Location B of the link may be entered here. Operator Use the arrow to enter the name of the operator carrying out the measurement.
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Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Predefined parameters for naming files Fig. 14 Filenaming - Edition keypad Press Default Filename to apply the name by default to the file: Fiber[Cable_Id][Fiber_Num]_[Lambda]_[Direc- tion][Pulse] The name of the file is displayed in grey under Filenaming parameter File Content In this parameter, select the file content for traces saving: One Trace...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Change Fiber Nbr Increment the fiber number is automatically incremented at each new file-save. Decrement the fiber number is automatically decremented at each new file-save the Fiber number must not automatically modified. Configuration Test Auto key imposes the parameters for acquisition, measure-...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert Table 5 File configuration in Test Auto mode Auto Store: Yes Change Fiber Nbr: Increment Saving Once File and Measurement parameters have been configured, those configuration parameters can be kept in memory and saved in a configuration file. parameters in a This configuration file can then be recalled in two cases: file...
Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert This configuration file can be selected in SmartOTDR™ (see "Selecting the configuration file" page 18) or loaded for ExpertOTDR. Loading an To load a configuration file previously created or available in the T-BERD/ existing MTS and apply parameters to new OTDR Expert tests: configuration...
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Chapter 4 Configuring the reflectometry test Configuring the test in OTDR Expert The main parameters available in the selected configuration file are displayed in the File signature. Configuration file will be used for Expert OTDR acquisition only Configuration file will be used for Expert OTDR and Smart- OTDR acquisitions...
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Launching a reflectometry Chapter 5 test and displaying results Once the configuration for acquisition and file storage has been defined, the instrument is ready to launch an OTDR measurement. Pressing the S TART key is all that is needed to start or stop an OTDR measurement on the T-BERD/MTS.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions Performing OTDR acquisitions Performing an acquisition in Real Time mode Principle of the Acquisition in real time must not be used if a precise measurement is required because of the high noise level, but it is sufficient for rapid opti- Real time mode mization of a connection and for observing a fiber in process of utilization.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions Fig. 17 Example of acquisition in Real Time (with OTDR Expert Traffic detection Traffic on the fiber under test is automatically detected and reported. TART Press the key to begin the measurement. A message indi- cates there is traffic on the fiber and asks you if you wish to continue or not: –...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions Performing a The acquisition is carried out with the parameters saved in the Configu- measurement TART ration file. It may be stopped at any time using the key. with At the end of test, the results page displays.
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Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions The acquisition is carried out with the parameters previously selected in the Acquisition menu. It may be stopped at any time using the TART key. TART Press the key to start the acquisition.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions Performing an Once the results page is displayed, you can perform a new acquisition acquisition modifying the main acquisition parameters. from Results page Before launching a new OTDR acquisition, make sure the trace(s) displayed have been previously saved if necessary, as the new acquisition will automatically delete the displayed results.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions Multi- If the module possesses several lasers, to perform successive acquisi- wavelength tions on all the wavelengths: acquisition menu, check in Laser line, that ETUP In the several lasers are selected (or select All if a module with only one OTDR port is used).
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Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Performing OTDR acquisitions Displaying Trace or Summary page Use the menu key Trace/Summary to display either: – the acquisition trace in progress and the bar graph of time – the Summary page with exclusively the bar graph of time. In the case of measurement on several wavelengths, once a measure- ment is completed for one wavelength: the Trace function allows to display the trace and results table for...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Performing measurements during acquisition (Real Time mode only) The real time mode allows to make Loss, ORL or Reflectance measure- ment using the A & B cursors and the key Loss / ORL / Reflect.: Position A &...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Fig. 24 Example of results trace with OTDR Expert – On the upper right side, the alarm icon is displayed (if some alarm thresholds are defined in the pre loaded configuration file). Table 7 Alarms display Fail...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Criteria for display of an event An event will be displayed if its attenuation or its reflectance exceeds the ETUP corresponding threshold selected in the menu (see "Configuring the test in OTDR Expert" page 20).
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Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display At the top of the table, a line shows the generic parameters of the fiber: numbers of events present, total ORL of the link and, in ExpertOTDR mode, reference trace icon (if trace is the reference trace - see “Refer- ence Trace function”...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Fig. 26 Event description The following columns are then displayed next to each event icon: The distance of the event from the beginning of Distance the fiber, in meters (or miles) Loss The attenuation due to the event, in dB Reflect.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Above the trace is shown the 2-points loss measurement between the two cursors, together with the distance between the two cursors. The cursors data are displayed exclusively if the Cursor menu key is active.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Use the key to increase or reduce the zoom factor, keeping the selected cursor centered on screen. Swapping from an automatic zoom to full trace and vice-versa The automatic zoom allows to get an optimized display of the trace. To apply an automatic or entire zoom on the trace: Select the Zoom function on key Zoom/Shift.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Zoom/Shift key, select Shift. On the Displace trace manually on touchscreen toward left/right or upward/ backward. Use the direction keys to shift the trace in the desired direction To display a summary of the results, select Summary function on Trace/ Summary Summary menu key.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Results display Abb. 29 Summary key - Event Diagnosis Click on Trace View softkey to return to display of Trace + Results Table. Display of traces in – The traces are shown in different colors (the active trace is green). overlay –...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Press the direction keys , as many times as traces necessary, until the active trace is displayed in green. numbers Click on the trace numbers in the upper right side of the result page until the trace desired is selected.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Automatic If the instrument does not detect all the expected events, additional measurement manual measurements can be carried out. and detection Advanced key, then select Delete. To delete all the markers, press the The following procedure is recommended: By default, the instrument locates the events and proceeds to the...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Measurement of slope before the marker starts just after the previous event (or at the end of the dead zone at the beginning of the fiber); measurement of slope after the marker stops just before the next marker or at the end of the fiber.
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Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Slope Fig. 32 Manual Measurement results Result of slope measurement The result is displayed on the screen between the two slope indicators [ and ]. The measurement results are also available in the table: Press Exit to return to the initial results page.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Measurement of It is possible to carry out an ORL measurement on a part of the fiber. Follow the following procedure to measure a part of the fiber: Position the cursors A and B to delimit the section that you wish to measure.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Fig. 34 Reflectance measurement Splice There are two methods of carrying out manual measurements of splices on the trace: the two-cursor method and the five-cursor method. measurements The five-cursor method is the more accurate, as it takes into account the difference of level between the slope before the splice and the slope after...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode NOTE If you try to measure a splice on a slope, the measurement is not car- ried out and the following error message is displayed: "Slope found between two cursors".
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Carry out an automatic measurement. Lock with the key Memorize the position of the events selecting in the Advanced menu. Advanced > Add the manual measurements required (keys: Manual Meas.).
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Overlaying several To display up to 8 traces from the memory, deleting the current trace(s) already loaded: traces stored in memory Press the button. Select the files of the traces for display. Load Press the key.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Press the direction keys, as many times as necessary, until the active trace is displayed in green. traces numbers Click on the trace numbers in the upper right side of the result page until the trace desired is selected.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Advanced functions in OTDR Expert mode Removing the reference trace(s) To change one reference trace into a «standard» trace, select it using the Trace/Event key, and in the Advanced > Overlay menu, click once again on Set curve As Reference.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results SLM (Smart Link Mapper) option SLM (Smart Link Mapper) option The SLM function is delivered as a licence, available on option with the T-BERD/MTS. It is usable with OTDR trace exclusively and can be used either with a trace just acquired or with OTDR trace(s) saved onto the equipment.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results SLM (Smart Link Mapper) option Show the The information concerning the event, its type and the alarm thresholds detailed defined for this event, can be displayed from the SmartLink screen. information of Select the event for which information must be displayed, on the one event graphic using the touchscreen or direction keys.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results SLM (Smart Link Mapper) option Click on View Trace to display the selected event in the results table and zoomed on trace. NOTE The event is framed in red if it is above the alarm thresholds defined in the setup menu.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results OptiPulses option OptiPulses option The OptiPulses function is delivered as a licence, available on option with the T-BERD/MTS. It is usable with OTDR trace exclusively and can be used before performing an OTDR acquisition. This option allows to merge the results of the short acquisition with those of the standard one in the results table and summary page.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results OptiPulses option Launch the acquisition pressing S TART A beep is emitted at the end of the acquisition. Results in Once the acquisition is completed, a screen as the following one OptiPulses displays: mode...
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Saving the trace(s) and generating a report events detected on trace events detected on with shortest pulse standard trace Fig. 42 OptiPulses results in SmartLink mode Saving the trace(s) and generating a report Once the results page is displayed, the trace(s) can be saved and a report can be generated directly from the results screen.
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Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Saving the trace(s) and generating a report File + txt to save the trace in a sor file and to generate a txt file of the results File + pdf to save the trace in a sor file and to generate a report in a pdf format In the Cable Id parameter, enter/modify the name of the Cable using the edition keypad.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Saving the trace(s) and generating a report > File), the parameter File Content – If in the File Setup page (S ETUP is defined with All Traces, one single .msor file and one single txt/ pdf report will be generated, bringing together all traces.
Chapter 5 Launching a reflectometry test and displaying results Storing OTDR measurements NOTE A PDF Report can also be generated from the File Explorer page onto the T-BERD/MTS 8000 V2 or 6000/6000A (see “Generating pdf report(s)” on page 320). Storing OTDR measurements Once the measurements have been made, results can be stored.
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FTTA-SLM Software option Chapter 6 This chapter describes the use of the FTTA-SLM option, when the soft- ware license has been purchased with an OTDR module. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Principle of FTTA-SLM” on page 76 –...
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Principle of FTTA-SLM Principle of FTTA-SLM FTTA-SLM is an OTDR software application that is delivered as an option of the OTDR module (see references in the ordering information section), and is installed onto the mainframe as a license key (see the 2000/4000 base-unit user manual for the instructions on license files installation).
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Principle of FTTA-SLM JDSU 20m cable leash recommended Loopback Device TX Feeder RX Feeder Launch lead Receive lead Fig. 45 Acceptance Testing Troubleshootin An OTDR from the BBU or fiber patch panel location will troubleshoot the g Testing fiber link up to the RRU/RRH.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Configuring the Reflectometry test for FTTA network RX Feeder Launch Lead Fig. 46 Troubleshooting Testing Configuring the Reflectometry test for FTTA network Once the OTDR module is set into the T-BERD/MTS, and the FTTA-SLM license installed: Select the FTTA-OTDR icon The results page automatically displays.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Configuring the Reflectometry test for FTTA network Fig. 47 FTTA OTDR Setup FTTA setup In the first screen, configure the following parameters: Mode Select the kind of acquisition to be performed: Construction Select this mode perform OTDR acquisition in the case of an Acceptance Testing...
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Configuring the Reflectometry test for FTTA network Fiber Code / Fiber Num To use the Fiber Code convention, with Rx/Tx labeling, choose between the following config files: FTTA_Rx_Tx.SM-OTDR or FTTA_Rx_Tx.MM- OTDR. For a simple labeling of the fiber number (1 to 24), load one of the following config files: FTTA_Simple.SM-OTDR or FTTA_Simple.MM- OTDR Example of fiber code in:...
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Configuring the Reflectometry test for FTTA network User Define your own thresholds values for one or several elements: Splice Loss / Connector Loss / Reflectance / Fiber Length Min / Link Loss Max / ORL TIA-568 C / ISO/IEC 11801 / JDSU Default Select one of this parameter to configure the alarm thresh- olds with predefined values:...
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Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Configuring the Reflectometry test for FTTA network Predefined parameters for naming files Fig. 48 Filenaming - Edition keypad The name of the file is displayed in grey under Filenaming parameter File Content In this parameter, select the file content for traces saving: One Trace in case of traces in overlay, each trace is saved in a distinct file (.sor extension).
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Launching the acquisition Launching the acquisition Inspect & clean all fiber connections prior connecting fiber cables into the ports (BBU, distribution boxes, OVP and RRU/ RRH and SFP ports). Press S TART hard key to launch measurement. The red Test indicator goes on to show that the T-BERD/MTS is in process of acquisition and the screen displays the trace in process of acquisition.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Results page In the S menu, check in Laser line, that several lasers are ETUP selected or select All. Start the acquisition by pressing the S TART button. Once the acquisition for the first wavelength is finished or to stop it manually, click on Stop Wavelength.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Results page SmartLink view Click on the menu key Trace/SmartLink to select SmartLink. A screen as the following one is displayed: Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Fig. 51 SmartLink function The screen is divided into three zones: Zone 1: Graphical representation of the link, with icons symbolizing –...
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Results page Fig. 52 Event Detail window Click on Event View menu key to display a detailed description of Event View one event detected on trace. In this view, an algorithm automatically detects the elements of the FTTA link and label them.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Saving the trace(s) and generating a report NOTE The event is framed in red if it is above the alarm thresholds defined in the setup menu. It is framed in green if it lies within the thresholds. It is framed in purple if no alarm has been defined for this type of event.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Saving the trace(s) and generating a report Saving results To save the trace and generate a report: and creating a Press Fast Report key report from A menu displays under the trace. results page In the menu, configure the file saving mode (and the report) Fig.
Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Saving the trace(s) and generating a report In the Direction parameter, select/modify the direction, to define if the measurement has been performed from Origin to Extremity (A -> B) or from Extremity to Origin (B -> A) In the Location A and Location B parameters, enter/modify the name of Origin and Extremity.
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Chapter 6 FTTA-SLM Software option Saving the trace(s) and generating a report Fig. 56 Fast Report with FTTA-SLM option NOTE A pdf report can also be generated from the File Explorer page onto the T-BERD/MTS (see “Generating pdf report(s)” on page 320).
Power meter and Source Chapter 7 options of the OTDR Modules A variety of options are available when ordering an OTDR Module. Option: – E41OTDRPM is the power meter option for the OTDR Modules – E41OTDRLS is the Light Source option for the OTDR Modules. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: –...
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Connection to the power meter Connection to the power meter Connector Fig. 57 Optical connector for the Powermeter or Source on the OTDR Module The type of optical connector used for the power meter is the same as the OTDR port.
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Configuring the Power meter Configuring the ETUP The measurement parameters can be accessed with the key. measurement parameters of the power meter Fig. 58 Configuration of power measurement Wavelength Selecting wavelength: - Auto: the wavelength of the input signal will be automatically detected and selected to perform...
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Activating the Source function wavelength, then press > to access choice of value, then confirm this value. NOTE To copy a Reference Level or a Attenuator Compensator on all wave- Update for All lengths, select the reference wavelength and click on Wavel..
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Result page Result page The results page, automatically displayed after the icon selection, gives the information relating to the measurement in progress, results previ- ously saved and the commands available for measurement and saving. Result page of The power measured by the power meter is displayed in large charac- Setup...
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Result page Commands of the When the Powermeter function is selected, the following softkeys are available on the results page: power meter parameters The different configuration buttons are displayed: Wavelength selection of the wavelength Unit...
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Performing the power level measurement When the laser is on, the icon is displayed. The parameters of the source can be accessed directly on the result screen: Wavelength To change the wavelength when a multi- wavelength source is present (depending on option).
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Performing the insertion loss measurement It is not possible to use simultaneously the Source function and the Powermeter function, when both options are set onto the OTDR module, as they use the same connector. Power measurement is automatically updated in consequence.
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Performing the insertion loss measurement Two types of reference are available: referencing in side by side mode and referencing in loopback mode. Carrying out the This reference can be carried out when both units are connected together meaning they have to be at the same location.
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Performing the insertion loss measurement ESULTS Press In the Results page, press Pow.Reference > Standard Ref. The actual power level is set as the new reference level for the selected wavelength.
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Performing the insertion loss measurement Select the Optical powermeter icon of the mainframe in Home page (on the upper part, on the base options line) In the LTS result page, press Pow. Reference > Jumper Ref.. A popup message appears Connect the jumper from the OTDR port to the mainframe power meter, and then press OK...
Chapter 7 Power meter and Source options of the OTDR Modules Storing and reloading results Connect the Powermeter port (2) to the jumper Connect extremities of the mode conditioner and jumper to the fiber under test using the appropriate method (ex. keying mechanism for FC/PC types).
FiberComplete Modules Chapter 8 This chapter describes the functions of the FiberComplete modules (Combined OTDR or Fault Finder and auto bidirectional IL/ORL and Distance) and their use. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – "General introduction" page 104 –...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules General introduction General introduction Principle FiberComplete is used to perform automatically and through a single connection port, the following tests: – Bidirectional insertion loss (IL) – Bidirectional optical return loss (ORL) using the continuous wave method (OCWR) –...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules General introduction Acquire IL / ORL / Remote Measure Bidir IL Distance / OTDR & ORL and OTDR Analyze Locate failures with Fault Finder Report Local Save all the results Automatically Fig. 65 Configuration for FiberComplete function NOTE The FiberComplete function can be performed with one T-BERD/ MTS-2000 and one T-BERD/MTS-4000.
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Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules General introduction Reference Source and power meter on Units A & B Setup Units A & B (Measurement and File parameters) Press S TART button to launch the measurements Next Measure Loss A->B, B->A, and Avg and store/display on Fiber both units Measure ORL A &...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Activating the function Reference Source and power meter on Units A & B Setup Units A & B (Measurement and File parameters) Press S TART button to launch the measurements Measure Loss A->B, B->A, and Avg and store/display on Next both units Fiber...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Establishing References Reference methods for insertion loss and ORL testing Table 8 Reference methods for Insertion Loss and ORL Testing IL Loopback IL Side-by-side Zero ORL reference Reference Method Reference method method Setup No specific require- Units shall be at the same No specific require- requirement...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Establishing References Fig. 68 Select the reference to be performed Loopback The loopback referencing is used when the two units are at different loca- tion. Referencing method After clicking on Loopback, the wizard will guide you through two steps: The self reference is used for loss and ORL testing.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Establishing References Connect the jumper from the module port to the non-reflective termi- nation via a mating sleeve. If you don't have a non-reflective termi- nation, a mandrel can be used. Press Ok to start referencing. Non-reflective termi- OTDR port nation (or mandrel)
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Configuring the units NOTE The side-by-side loss reference is bidirectional and performed auto- matically on both units. Mating sleeve Jumper Fig. 71 Loss Reference Configuring the units Once references have been taken on both Units, the acquisition param- eters must be configured.
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Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Configuring the units Fig. 72 FiberComplete Setup Acquisition parameters Laser select the desired wavelength(s). All: acquisition is performed for all wavelengths available in the instruments. NOTE It is possible to select individual wavelength per unit. For example, one can make 1490/1550 nm test from one end, and 1310 nm from the other end.
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Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Configuring the units Yes: the fiber length will be measured. No: the fiber length will not be measured during the test. OTDR Measurement select the measurement method for OTDR. OTDR Measurementselect the measurement method for OTDR. None.: OTDR measurement is not performed after FiberComplete test.
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Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Configuring the units The following parameters, defined on master unit, are automatic- caly appplied/transferred to the slave unit: Laser - IL/ORL Bidir. - OTDR Acquisition Auto (if OTDR Acquisition is defined on Man- ual, both units will performed a manual measurement, but according to their own configuration in the OTDR tab: the parameters can then be different).
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Configuring the units Automatic configuration Press the key Auto Setup to configure automatically the acquisition parameters as follows: Lasers: All – Loss Measurement: Bidir. – ORL Measurement: Bidir. – Distance: Yes – OTDR Measurement: No – Fault Finder: No –...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Configuring the units Saving the Once the OTDR and FCOMP File and Measurement parameters are parameters configured, it can be saved in a configuration file. from This configuration file can then be recalled for future acquisition in Fiber- FiberComplete Complete mode.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Performing the tests Press F hard key Explorer Select page Select the configuration file in the wished directory. Load Load Config. Press > Press S – ETUP hard key to display the OTDR and FCOMP acquisition parameters saved in the configuration file.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Performing the tests Fig. 75 Messages list Select the message to send. NOTE If the message "Go to Fiber Nb" is selected, use left and right direction keys to decrement/increment the fiber number. Press the Send Message softkey. The message displays automatically on distant Platform.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Results screen Fig. 77 Test in progress Once all tests are performed, results are displayed on both units If OTDR parameter is set to Auto or Manual in the Setup menu, the OTDR acquisition starts. If Fault Finder parameter is set to Yes and an IL or ORL value reaches one of the user defined thresholds, the Fault Finder starts.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Results screen The Cable View allows to display results of multiple fibers: – the average loss at each wavelength – the ORL A and ORL B at each wavelength – the distance is displayed on top of the screen NOTE In order to erase the results table, the Cable ID must be modified in the File Setup menu (see...
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Results screen Fig. 80 Fault finder result screen OTDR If the OTDR parameter has been set to Manual or Auto, the OTDR acquisition is launched and the trace(s) can be seen by selected the OTDR tab at the bottom of the screen. Fig.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Saving results and generating a report NOTE In bidirectional mode: - The OTDR results trace for acquisition performed from Location A to Location B is stored on the primary unit (Location A) - The OTDR results trace for acquisition performed from Location B to Location A is stored on the secondary unit (Location B).
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules Saving results and generating a report In the Direction parameter, select/modify the direction, to define if the measurement has been performed from Origin to Extremity (A -> B) or from Extremity to Origin (B -> A) In the Location A and Location B parameters, enter/modify the name of Origin and Extremity.
Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules File management Fig. 83 Example of PDF report NOTE A pdf report can also be generated from the File Explorer page onto the T-BERD/MTS 8000 V2 or 6000/6000A (see “Generating pdf report(s)” on page 320). File management Storing results Although each measurement is automatically stored, it is possible to save the results under a different file name, directory etc.
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Chapter 8 FiberComplete Modules File management Filenaming convention in Cable View In Cable View, the filenaming convention is as follows: [Cable_Id] The cable results, which includes all fibers, are stored in a .blts file. As soon as the Cable Id changes, the result table is cleared and the next tests are stored with the new Cable Id name.
File management Chapter 9 The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “File Setup menu” on page 128 – “Explorer Function” on page 134 User Manual 770000102/08...
Chapter 9 File management File Setup menu File Setup menu This menu is used to configure various parameters common to the whole of a cable. Press the button. Check Setup is selected on Explorer/Setup key The following File menu appears. Fig.
Chapter 9 File management File Setup menu When several different applications (corresponding to modules for different measurements) are managed by the T-BERD/MTS, pressing key several times in succession changes from one tab to another to give access to the file configuration of the desired application (e.g.
Chapter 9 File management File Setup menu Rules for naming In the name of the file, it is possible to program automatic inclusion of parameters such as the name of the fiber, identifiers (of the cable, its files (Filenaming origin, its end) or the measurement parameters (direction, resolution, parameter) wavelength, pulse length...).
Chapter 9 File management File Setup menu Filenaming convention in Cable View In Cable View, the filenaming convention is as follows: [Cable_Id] As soon as the Cable Id changes, the result table is cleared and the next tests are stored with the new Cable Id name. The table view can be modified in the Setup page (see Figure 72 on page...
Chapter 9 File management File Setup menu File only: the results will be saved in one file, with the extension – «.blts» or «.lts». File+ Txt: the results will be saved in one file, with the extension – «.blts» or «.lts», and one txt file will also be generated will all results in text format.
Chapter 9 File management File Setup menu Location A The name of the Location A of the link may be entered here. Location B The name of the Location B of the link may be entered here. Operator Use the arrow to enter the name of the operator carrying out the measurement, using the edition keypad.
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function To copy the configuration on to all the tabs <Copy Setup to all> Copy Setup For all The button applies the configuration modi- fications made in the File menu displayed into the File menus of the other applications managed by the base (appearing in the other tabs).
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function This key is not available in OTDR tab Free space available on the selected media Fig. 88 Example of explorer Storage media For saving or recalling data, the T-BERD/MTS offers a wide choice of media, both built-in and external.
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function Remote T-BERD/ During a data transfer (with the option Data/Talkset), the distant T-BERD/ MTS hard drive connected by the fiber is displayed as a storage media. MTS and data File and directory edition features may all be used in the same manner transfer with this storage media as with the other ones.
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function If you wish, click on button to display the Explorer page for another application and save, using the same method, the active trace from this application. Displayed when two active overlaid traces are open. The trace described in the file signature will be saved in the directory selected (in this...
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function Load Trace + Config Load with The key will display the traces, recalling the config- uration recorded in the file. Thus the zooms, cursors and parameters configuration present at the time of acquisition will be used for the display. This function also enables to recall and set the parameters defined in the ETUP screens corresponding respectively to the...
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function According to the application selected, the fiber information available are different. The table below describes the fiber information displayed for each selected tab: NOTE The files in the Link Manager window can be sorted according each column available for a tab.
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function The name by default for the txt file is: fiber_info_”name of application selected”.txt. For example, for the export of the Fiber Information from the OTDR application, the txt file will be called: fiber_info_otdr.txt NOTE The txt file can be renamed once it is saved.
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function Click on Report In the edition menu displayed, enter the name for the report Press Enter to validate and launch the report The icon display during report generation. Once report is generated, a beep is emitted. PDF Report: «1 Trace»...
Chapter 9 File management Explorer Function The merging can be done exclusively from files of the same format. Pdf and txt files cannot be selected at the same time to generate a merged file. Click on Export > Merge key The icon displays during merging process, and a beep is emitted once process is completed.
Technical specifications Chapter 10 This chapter shows the technical specifications of the OTDR modules and of the options available for the or T-BERD/MTS 2000 or MTS/T- BERD 4000. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “OTDR modules” on page 144 –...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications OTDR modules OTDR modules Characteristics Distance measurement of reflectometry – Dual cursor measurements – Distance displayed takes into account the calibration of the refrac- tive index of the fiber. – Index adjustable from 1,30000 to 1,70000 in steps of 0,00001 –...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications OTDR modules Manual – Measurement of slope between the cursors. Measurement – Measurement of attenuation between two segments of fiber. – Measurement of reflectance of a reflecting element. – Measurement of ORL between the two cursors. –...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications OTDR modules Singlemode Modules 41xxLA 41xxMA 41XXMAE 41xxMP RMS Dynamic Range 37 dB 42 dB 33 dB 35 dB 40 dB 40 dB 31 dB 35 dB 40 dB 38 dB 34 dB 40 dB 40 dB Distance Range up to 260 km Pulse width...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications OTDR modules Ranges Ranges for LA Modules 5 ns 30 ns 60ns 100 ns 300 ns 1 μs 3 μs 10 μs 20 μs 0.1 km 0.5 km 1 km 2 km 5 km 10 km 20 km 40 km 80 km...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications Technical specifications of the Power meter function on module Class of the lasers of the OTDR modules Module Standard EN 60825-1, Ed 1.2, 2001 -08 FDA21CFR§1040.10 Singlemode LA, MA & Class1 Class 1 MAE OTDR Modules Class 1M @ 1310 nm Singlemode MP Class 1...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications Technical specifications of the Source function on module Power meter option for Multi/Single mode Modules Plug-ins Single / Singlemode Power meter Multimode Power meter Multi mode Measurement 1310 / 1490 / 1550 / 1625 / 1650 nm 850 and 1300 nm Wavelength Calibrated Wavelength...
Chapter 10 Technical specifications Technical specifications of the FiberComplete modules – Signal including lambda information for the power meter (Auto). – Modulated signal to identify the fiber (at 270 Hz/330 Hz/1kH/2kHz). – Wavelengths activated one after the other (TwinTest mode). Technical specifications of the FiberComplete modules Typical values, measured at 25°C unless specified.
Options and accessories Chapter 11 This chapter shows the references of the options and accessories for the modules of the T-BERD/MTS-2000 or T-BERD/MTS-4000. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “References of measurement modules” on page 152 –...
FC/PC and FC/APC non-reflective terminator package ENRTERMFC User manual references User manuals for MTS/T-BERD modules References Printed user manual for 2100/4100 OTDR modules (French) E4100M01 Printed user manual for 2100/4100 OTDR modules (English) E4100M02 Printed user manual for 2100/4100 OTDR modules (German)
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Chapter 11 Options and accessories References of optical connectors and adapters Front Panel Optical Connectors for modules Reference Single-mode Universal OTDR (Except LA OTDR Modules) Universal PC Connector with ST adapter EUNIPCST Universal PC Connector with DIN adapter EUNIPCDIN Universal PC Connector with LC adapter EUNIPCLC Universal APC Connector for SM only with FC adapter EUNIAPCFC...
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Chapter 11 Options and accessories References of optical connectors and adapters Additional Adapters for Universal Connectors Reference Universal SC Adapter EUSCAD Universal SC Adapter (Screw Type) EUSCADS Universal ST Adapter EUSTAD Universal DIN Adapter EUDINAD Universal LC adapter EULCAD a. Interchangeable in the field User Manual 770000102/08...
Index Accessories Data transfer Adapter Distance References Specif. OTDR measurement Switch Types of Attenuation Specifications Event memorization Event OTDR Icons Backscatter coefficient Fiber end FiberComplete CD-ROM burning Acceptance Tests Coefficient of reflection Cable View Configuration Connectors Construction/Installation Test Cleaning References Establishing references Cursor Fault Finder...
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Index References Selection Specifications File Saturated trace expedition OTDR Loading Attenuation unit Naming Configuration Save Manual measurement Signature 2 points File Explorer 5 points File setup menu Slope Splice & Reflectance Manual measurements Measurement parameters Ghost Module references Options references Principle of measurement Results parameters Specif.
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Index Reference measurement Display Loopback Specifications Side by Side Splice Reference trace References Reflectance Definition Table Notes Specifications OTDR Resolution Units Scatter coefficient User manual Shift function References Short acquisition Side by side Slope Source Zero value User Manual 770000102/08...