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FTE6100
Tunable Laser Source
User's Guide
Revision A
05/2017
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is
assumed by Terahertz Technologies Inc. for its use nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third
parties that may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent rights of
Terahertz Technologies Inc..
The information contained in the publications is subject to change without notice.
This equipment contains Class 1M and Class 2 Lasers
Copyright 2017
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- Page 1 FTE6100 Tunable Laser Source User's Guide Revision A 05/2017 Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by Terahertz Technologies Inc. for its use nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use.
- Page 2 Chapter PAGE Using This Manual.…..…………........……............….…………………1 Safety....…...........…….………......…………………...…………2 TLS Quick Start Guide...................…….……..…....……4 Introduction ...…..……....................…….……...……..5 Inspection and Identifi cation....................………………..……6 Inspection Identifi cation and Confi guration FTE-6100 Description…….…....……..............……...……….7 TLS Physical Description Instrument Enclosure Front Panel Top Plate Home Screen Display Power Requirements Battery Replacement Tunable Laser Source (TLS) Operation..........….........…....10 Enter TLS Mode TLS Screen Description...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter PAGE Table of Contents (Continued) Video Scope Operations Icon Menu Grading Rings Pass/Fail Label Brightness Video Scope Operation Video Probe Tips Viewing/Focusing a Connector Centering a Connector Image Pausing Image Scan Grading Rings Manual Pass/Fail Marking Points of Contamination Auto Pass/Fail Exiting Video Scope Operation Pass/Fail Criteria Tables... - Page 4 Chapter 1 Using This Manual This manual contains operation information for the Terahertz Technologies Inc. FTE-6100-DWDM Tunable Laser Source. This tunable source uses a resistive style touch screen and only proper stylus devices should be used when operating this unit. Precautions Please read and follow all warning and caution information noted in this manual.
- Page 5 Chapter 2 Safety Chapter 3 of this manual is a quick start guide. Prior to using the quick start guide or operat- ing the equipment in any way, it is highly suggested the user reads all safety information. The information in this chapter pertains to safety consideration of OTDRs in general. This product has been designed and tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s safety standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition.
- Page 6 Chapter 2 Safety Laser Safety The Tunable Laser Source has been confi gured to provide laser radiation in the C Band of operation. (1530-1565nm) L Band may be available upon request with a range of (1565- 1625nm). Please see the warning label in fi gure 1.1. This is displayed on the left hand side of the body of the TLS.
- Page 7 Chapter 3 TLS Quick Start Guide Prior to any operation please read the laser safety section of this chapter. To operate the TLS at a specifi c wavelength/frequency/channel in CW mode follow this quick start guide. ouch the TLS icon on the Home screen. he Laser Output is displayed in the center of the screen.
- Page 8 Chapter 4 Introduction Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for choosing Terahertz Technologies Inc. for your fi ber optic testing requirements. Our professional staff is available to answer any questions or provide assistance that you require. We, at Terahertz Technologies Inc., strive to provide premier customer care and technical support by providing timely responsiveness and training.
- Page 9 Chapter 5 Inspection and Identifi cation 5.1 Inspection Before shipment, this instrument was inspected and found to be in perfect working order and free of defects. The shipping carton contains the following: TLS with Protective boot Universal AC/DC charger with interchangeable mains USB cable Manual on CD.
- Page 10 6.1 TLS Physical Description Instrument Enclosure The FTE6100 is packaged in a rugged housing which is further protected with a rubberized boot. Although the front panel is weather resistant, care must be taken to avoid liquids and contaminants around the fragile optical and electrical connectors, and the glass display. Use a mild cleaning agent and soft damp cloth to clean up the panels and the outside case.
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Page 11: Power Requirements
Chapter 6 Description 6.2 Home Screen Display This unit is equipped with a 4” color TFT resistive touch display. All keyboard functions are also executable on the touch screen. Fault Finder Video Scope Icon Select this icon to open the Select this icon to open the video basic fault fi... -
Page 12: Battery Replacement
Chapter 6 Description 6.4 Battery Replacement Batteries are factory installed. The unit should be returned to the factory for a new battery if required. It is suggested batteries receive a charge at least one a month. Warning To Prevent Fire or Shock Hazard: ... - Page 13 Chapter 7 Tunable Laser Source 7.1 Enter TLS Mode To enter the TLS mode of operation, from the home screen, touch the TLS icon to enter the tunable laser source feature. 7.2 TLS Screen Description Laser Start/Stop/Activity Indi- cator Home Icon Help Icon Step Size Dwell Time...
- Page 14 Chapter 7 Tunable Laser Source 7.3 TLS Touch Screen Operation Laser Start/Stop /Activity Flashing indicates active laser Indicator Starts and stops laser/sweep Home Icon Brings the user back to the home page Help Icon Opens the context sensitive help menu Step Size Cycles through available step sized in nm, Freq, and Ch Power...
- Page 15 Chapter 7 Tunable Laser Source Set Parameters Set Output Units The output may be displayed in wavelength or frequency or channel. To set the units, touch the out- put value in the center of the screen to cycle through the available units. Set Step Size There are three available step sizes when selecting output or for sweep purposes.
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Page 16: Sweep Operation
Chapter 7 Tunable Laser Source Manual/CW Operation To fi re the laser in a CW mode, Set the output to the desired unit, set the step size if required and set the power Laser Start/Stop / lever to dBm level required. Set the dwell time to 0.00. When the laser is fi red with the Activity Indicator or the Laser or Sweep Start/Pause, it will be in CW mode. - Page 17 Chapter 8 Video Scope Entering Video Scope Function To operate the video scope, from the home screen, highlight the Scope icon and press the select button. If a probe is not connected already, connect the VIS300 video probe to the video probe port on the top of the OTDR.
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Page 18: Video Scope Operations Icon Menu
Chapte 8 Video Scope Quick Save Press the menu button, use the left or right buttons to highlight the quick save icon and press the select button to store a fi le image of the scope screen in the fi le folder within an active project. Scope fi les will be preceded by a target icon. -
Page 19: Brightness
Chapter 8 Video Scope Brightness Press the menu button, use the left and right buttons to highlight the brightness icon, use the Select button to cycle through the adjustments for the brightness level. Video Scope Operation Video Probe Tips There are a number of video probe tips available. To remove a tip from the Probe, grasp the probe tip and unscrew the tip retention nut from the tip. -
Page 20: Centering A Connector Image
Chapter 8 Video Scope Centering a Connector Image Once the image is stable and focused, use the stylus to touch the approximate center of the connector to snap the image near the center of the display and the center of the grading rings. Use the LRUD buttons to fi ne tune the image to the center of the display. -
Page 21: Pass/Fail Criteria Tables
Chapter 8 Video Scope 8.6 Pass/Fail Criteria Tables Fiber End Face Criteria Table for Angled PC Polished Connectors Zone Description Diameter Allowable Scratches Allowable Defects (Width) (Diameter) Critical Zone None 0µm to 25µm ≤ 4µm Cladding Zone No limit 25µm to 120µm No Limit <... -
Page 22: Visual Fault Locator
Chapter 9 Visual Fault Locator VFL Safety Caution This Visual Fault Locator is classifi ed as a Class II laser system and must be used with all commensu- rate safety precautions. Never view the light emanating from the fi ber directly. Place a white piece of paper at the end of the fi... -
Page 23: Specifi Cations
50 GHz (0.4nm) Fiber Type 9/125 μm Relative Intensity Noise -140 dB/Hz TTI reserves the right to change specifi cations without notice. Laser Safety Visible Fault Locator Laser Photo diode 1100 - 1700nm InGaAs -70-+9dBm Emitter Type with interchangeable FC Adapter Wavelength 650nm ±5nm... - Page 24 Universal power supply with mains for US, UK, CE and AU. Interchangeable FC and SC adaptors, Windows TM Compatible Software, USB Cable, Manual on Accessories Included CD, 2 stylus and Rubber Boot TTI reserves the right to change specifi cations without notice. FTE-6100 User's Guide Rev A 5/2017...
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Page 25: Repair/Warranty
Chapter 11 Repair/Warranty 11.1 Repair Information If repair is required, simply call the factory at 1-310.338.9971 for return instructions and an RMA number. 11.2 Warranty Information This product, including all mechanical, electrical, and optical parts and assemblies are unconditionally warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery. -
Page 26: Version Control
Chapter 12 Version Control Through a Program of continuous improvement the upgrade of the features and performance of this instrument are an on going process. The instrument fi rmware version is accessible in the lower right corner of the home screen.