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Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
Noyes Fiber Systems. reason(s) for the return of the equipment. In no case will Noyes Fiber Systems liabilities AFL Telecommunications exceed the original purchase price of the Noyes Fiber Systems product.
Important Safety Information WARNING! To avoid serious eye injury, never look directly into optical outputs of fiber optic network equipment, test equipment, patch cords, or test jumpers. Always assume that optical outputs are on. CAUTION! This instrument contains no user serviceable parts.
Section 1: General Information Thank you for purchasing the Noyes Fiber Systems OFS 300 optical fiber inspection scope. The purpose of this manual is to provide information relative to the application, operation, and basic maintenance of the OFS 300. Please check our web site at www.AFLtele.com (click on Products >...
Examine the equipment for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If you find any damage, or if any of the following items are not included, please contact Noyes Fiber Systems. The OFS 300 package includes: • OFS 300 Scope •...
The OFS 300-400C with 400x magnification is available for more critical inspection during termination, especially with single-mode fibers. The OFS 300 offers 60 hours of continuous battery life. A low battery indicator will flash when approximately 8 hours of optimum brightness remains reducing the risk of eye strain. Various adapter caps are available to convert the mount to the desired connector style.
Section 2: Functional Description OFS 300 Optical Fiber Scope Retaining screw Side cover Objective lens Battery pack Inspection port (adapter cap mount) accepts Noyes thread- on adapter caps. Focus knob allows focusing the ������� Power button fiber-end images. Low battery indicator Eyepiece When flashes, indicates that two AA batteries...
Adapter Cap Mounts The OFS 300-200C uses the same common threaded connector adapter caps as used with all Noyes Fiber Systems Optical Power Meters and Loss Test Sets. The OFS 300-400C utilizes special precentered snap-in adapter caps, which ensure proper fiber location in the viewing area.
Section 3: Operating Instructions Setup Power button 1 Select the appropriate adapter Focus knob cap and affix to the adapter cap mount. Use an Optical Power Meter to verify the fiber optic connector to be inspected is not “live”. Note: The OFS 300 includes a KG3, 40 dB IR Safety Filter.
Viewing Fiber Ends After focusing is complete, the magnified view will reveal the condition of the core and cladding. Below are the various examples of fiber ends ranging from excellent to very poor conditions. Excellent condition Uncleaned, lint or dust Severely scratched face Scratches and dirt Cleaning residue, water...
Section 4: Maintenance This chapter explains how to clean the lenses and replace the batteries in the OFS 300. Other than battery replacement, the repair of this unit in the field is NOT recommended. If repair of the OFS 300 is necessary, please contact Noyes Fiber Systems Battery Replacement To replace batteries (refer to Figure 1): 1 Remove the retaining screw.
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Vigorous rubbing or the use of a semi-abrasive cloth may impair the efficiency of the instrument. Be sure to replace the dust cap when the OFS 300 is not being used. Note: The eyepiece is not to be unscrewed and taken apart. The only maintenance to be done is to the outer lens.
Section 5: Specifications Optical Specifications OFS 300-200C OFS 300-400C Nominal magnification 200X 400X Adapter cap Mount thread-on (Universal) snap-in Safety filter Schott KG3 > 40 dB IR General Specifications Operating temperature 0 to +50°C Storage temperature -20 to +50°C Power 2 AA alkaline batteries Weight in use 1.5 lbs.
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OFS 300 accessories 2460-10-0002 Spare bulb for OFS 300-200B (5 minimum) 2460-10-0001 Spare bulb for OFS 300-400 and OFS 300-200 (5 minimum) 2900-10-0003 OFS 300-400 zoom lens (200X - 400X zoom) 1400-01-0005 Soft Carry Case OFS1-00-0100 Hard Carry Case 2900-10-0001 Tripod Stand (table top) 1400-01-0025 Holster...
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& inspection AFL Telecommunications thank you for choosing Noyes Fiber Systems ��� ���� 16 Eastgate Park Road • Belmont, NH 03220 NOYES Phone: 800-321-5298 • 603-528-7780 • Fax: 603-528-2025 www.AFLtele.com AFL Telecommunications Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
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