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- Page 1 OLS Series Light Sources, OPM Series Optical Power Meters, and Related Test Kits User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
Any product found to be defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced by Noyes. In no case will Noyes liabilities exceed the original purchase price of the product. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Information .................4 General Information ................5 OPM-Series Optical Power Meters ............6 OPM4 Models ................6 Ports and Display ..............6 Dual Function Keys ...............7 Test Mode: To Set Reference ..........8 Test Mode: To View Reference ..........8 Display Readings - Splash and Auto Off Screen .....8 Display Readings in Test Mode ..........9... -
Page 4: Safety Information
NOTICE! Noyes power meters and light sources contain no user serviceable parts. Except for changing batteries and cleaning optical ports, these units must be returned to Noyes or authorized agents for repair and calibration. IMPORTANT! Proper care in handling should be taken when using any precision optical test equipment. -
Page 5: General Information
General Information Introduction The purpose of this User’s Guide is to explain how to use and maintain Noyes test equipment. Please check our web site at www.AFLtele.com/go/Noyes for updates to this manual, software updates, and additional application information. If you have any questions about your instruments and recommended accessories, or if you need technical or sales support, please contact Noyes Customer Service. -
Page 6: Opm-Series Optical Power Meters
Optical input (adapter cap mount) - accepts Noyes thread-on adapter caps. Adapter cap - the OPM4 optical input must be equipped with an adapter cap. Display - depending on the selected mode, shows measured power dBm or µW or insertion loss dB, calibrated wavelengths, tone signal Hz, wavelength ID, references, and battery charge status. -
Page 7: Dual Function Keys
Power key Provides two functions: • Press the key to turn the OPM4 on/off. The unit will turn off automatically five minutes after the last key press. • Press and hold the key to disable/enable the Auto Off feature. -
Page 8: Test Mode: To Set Reference
To store the currently measured level or multiple levels as the new reference levels, press and hold the Ref key until the label HELD SET is displayed. Once the new reference is set, the OPM4 switches to the dB measurement mode. Note: When setting references from multiple wavelength ID’d sources, allow several seconds prior to setting the references for wavelengths to be ID’d and measured. -
Page 9: Display Readings In Test Mode
This field displays measured power dBm or µW or insertion loss dB at the wavelength displayed in the field 4 . If power or loss is too high or low for the OPM4 to measure, this field will display HI or LO. CW mode - This field displays modulation frequency if detected. -
Page 10: Opm5 Models
Ref # DescRiption Power port - this is the interface for the AC power adapter/charger. Optical input (adapter cap mount) - accepts Noyes thread-on adapter caps. Adapter cap - the OPM5 optical input must be equipped with an adapter cap. -
Page 11: Dual Function Keys
OPM5 Models Dual Function Keys press and hold to activate secondary function of a key primary function of a key press and release to activate Power key Provides two functions: • Press the key to turn the OPM5 on/off. The unit will turn off automatically five minutes after the last key press. -
Page 12: Display Readings - Splash And Auto Off Screen
OPM5 Models dB/dBm/µW key Provides two functions: • Press to toggle test readings between insertion loss in dB and power in dBm • Press and hold to view power in µW 8888 -88.88 µW dB dBm 8888 WAVE ID -88.88 µW dB dBm... -
Page 13: Display Readings In Test Mode
OPM5 Models Display Readings in Test Mode 8888 8888 -88.88 -88.88 µW µW dB dBm dB dBm 8888 8888 WAVE ID WAVE ID -88.88 µW dB dBm Single WAVE mode, or Dual WAVE mode, or Tri WAVE mode - second page Tri WAVE mode - first page Ref. -
Page 14: File Manager: To Select Current File
OPM5 Models File Manager: To Select Current File Press and hold the Arrow/File key to enter the File Manager - File mode screen. A to the left of FILE indicates that you are in the File mode. A blinking cursor FILE FibS B - File indicator... -
Page 15: Test Mode: To View Reference
PC for analyzing, generating professional test reports, and printing. For more information, refer to the TRM software User’s Guide (available on the supplied CD and from the AFL - Noyes web at www.AFLtele.com/go/Software). Set your OPM5 to the desired measurement mode (dB, dBm, µW) and wavelengths. -
Page 16: Recall Mode: To View Stored Records
OPM5 Models The current measurements are stored in the next available memory location (next Fiber) of the current File. Recall Mode: To View Stored Records Press and hold the Arrow/File key to enter File mode and select the desired File to view. Press the Recall key to display the Recall mode screen. -
Page 17: To Edit Stored Records
OPM5 Models To Edit Stored Records If needed, press and hold the Arrow/File key to enter File mode and select the desired File. Press the Store key to exit the File mode. Press and hold the arrow key to enter the Fiber mode and select the fiber to edit. •... -
Page 18: Ols-Series Light Sources
Optical Light Source 850nm 850/1300/CW 1300nm wavelengths key Power key Low Battery NOYES indicator OLS1-Dual Features Output port - Universal Connector Interface (UCI). Accepts swappable SC connector (ST, FC, and LC connector styles are available). Active Output indicators (illuminated when the corresponding output port is ON) - The Active... - Page 19 OLS1-Dual LED Light Source Dual 850/ 1300 nm 850 nm 1300 nm Dual 850/ 1300 nm • Press and hold the key to switch to the CW mode at the currently selected wavelength. Note: If the OLS1 operates in the Dual WAVE ID mode, it will switch the output port to the next wavelength in a sequence as follows: Dual 850/1300 nm WAVE ID key Press and hold...
- Page 20 Output Output Adjust keys Adjust Power key Low Battery NOYES indicator OLS2-Dual features Power key - Press and hold the key until all indicators light up to turn the OLS2-Dual On or Off. The instrument turns on in its last operating condition it was in prior to being turned off.
- Page 21 OLS2-Dual Laser Source WAVE ID Mode (WAVE ID indicator on) l key to select wavelengths in the following sequence: • Press the Dual 1310/ 1550 nm 1310 nm 1550 nm Dual 1310/ 1550 nm Note: When a wavelength is selected, the corresponding Active Output indicator on the front panel is illuminated.
- Page 22 “step size counter” to zero. Note: End of adjust range indication - Noyes recommends using an Optical Power Meter to monitor the output when adjusting the OLS2-Dual power level. However, this is not necessary to set the OLS2-Dual to the maximum or minimum output level.
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Page 23: Ols4 Integrated Led And Laser Light Source
Tone key & indicator Tone Power key Low Battery indicator NOYES OLS4 Features Power key - Press and hold the key until all indicators light up to turn the OLS4 ON or OFF. The OLS4 turns on in its default condition: 850/1300 nm Dual mode sending Wavelength ID. - Page 24 OLS4 Integrated LED and Laser Light Source Active Output indicators (illuminated when the corresponding output port is ON) - The Active Output indicators light up as follows: Test Mode Active Output indicator status WAVE ID dual Wave corresponding indicators - ON continuous light WAVE ID single Wave corresponding indicator - ON continuous light CW or Tone corresponding indicator - ON blinking light...
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Page 25: Ols7-3 Triple Wavelength Laser Source
λ Mode Mode key Wavelengths Power key NOYES Low Battery indicator OLS7-3 Features Power key - Press this key to turn the OLS7-3 on or off. When the unit is turned on, it returns to the last operating condition it was in prior to being turned off. - Page 26 OLS7-3 Triple Wavelength Laser Source Triple 1310/ 1550/ 1625 nm 1310 nm 1550 nm 1625 nm Dual 1310/ 1550 nm Dual 1550/ 1625 nm Triple 1310/ 1550/ 1625 nm Note: When a wavelength is selected, the corresponding Active Output indicator on the front panel is illuminated.
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Page 27: Ols7-Ftth Triple Wavelength Laser Source
λ Mode Mode key Wavelengths Power key NOYES Low Battery indicator OLS7-FTTH Features Power key - Press this key to turn the OLS7-FTTH on or off. When the unit is turned on, it returns to the last operating condition it was in prior to being turned off. - Page 28 OLS7-FTTH Triple Wavelength Laser Source WAVE ID Mode (WAVE ID indicator on) l key to select wavelengths in the following sequence: • Press the Dual 1490/ 1550 nm 1310 nm Triple 1310/1490 / 1550 nm Note: When a wavelength is selected the corresponding Active Output indicator on the front panel is illuminated.
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Page 29: Measuring Optical Power
You may press the Store key to save the displayed measurement in the next available memory location. fiber optic equipment Output Input adapter cap AFL Telecommunications OPTICAL POWER METER test jumper 0000 0.00 µW 0000 WAVE ID 0.00 µW µW Store Recall Clear OPM 5 NOYES... -
Page 30: Testing Multimode Links
Testing Multimode Links Step I - Set the Reference (One Jumper Method) Turn on the OPM optical power meter and OLS optical light source. Allow the light source to stabilize (minimum of 2 minutes). If not using the WAVE ID feature, set both instruments to the desired test wavelength. Select the appropriate fiber optic transmit and receive test jumpers. - Page 31 Mate the free ends of the transmit and receive jumpers using the appropriate adapter. Verify that the insertion loss of this mated connector pair is under 0.75 dB, the maximum allowed by the TIA (Noyes recommends 0.4 - 0.5 dB typical), as follows: •...
- Page 32 OPM will measure and display the insertion loss of the link under test. Perform one of the following: If using OPM4: Record link insertion loss at the current test wavelength. If using OPM5: Press the Store key on the OPM5 to save the displayed measurement in the next available memory location.
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Page 33: Testing Single-Mode Links
Testing Single-mode Links Step I - Set the Reference (One Jumper Method) Turn on the OPM optical power meter and OLS optical light source. Allow the light source to stabilize (minimum of 2 minutes). If not using the WAVE ID feature, set both instruments to the desired test wavelength. Select the appropriate fiber optic transmit and receive test jumpers. - Page 34 Mate the free ends of the transmit and receive jumpers using the appropriate adapter. Verify that the insertion loss of this mated connector pair is under 0.75 dB, the maximum allowed by the TIA (Noyes recommends 0.4 - 0.5 dB typical), as follows: •...
- Page 35 OPM will measure and display the insertion loss of the link under test. Perform one of the following: If using OPM4: Record link insertion loss at the current test wavelength. If using OPM5: Press the Store key on the OPM5 to save the displayed measurement in the next available memory location.
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Page 36: Maintenance Tips
Maintenance Tips Cleaning Optical Ports CAUTION! Before conducting the following procedures be sure to have the instruments turned OFF. Optical ports must be kept free from dirt or other contaminants to ensure accurate measurements and operation. Always clean all test jumpers before conducting the test procedures outlined in this Guide. It is important to keep dust caps in place when instruments are not being used. -
Page 37: Repair And Calibration
Repair of the Noyes test equipment in the field is NOT recommended. Calibration is recommended every 12 months. Noyes Calibration Department is in compliance with ANSI/ NCSL Z540-1, ISO 10012-1, MIL STD 45662A, ISO Guide 25 and traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. - Page 38 Thank you for choosing Noyes Test & Inspection 16 Eastgate Park Road Belmont, NH 03220 9001 Phone: 800-321-5298 603-528-7780 Fax: 603-528-2025 www.AFLtele.com/go/Noyes...
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