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  • Page 1 User Guide FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester...

  • Page 2: Units Of Measurement

    EXFO Inc. (EXFO). Information provided by EXFO is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by EXFO for its use nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Certification Information ....................... vi 1 Introducing the FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester ........1 Main Features .........................1 Power Sources ........................4 Typical Applications ........................4 Conventions ..........................5 2 Safety Information ..................7 Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit ..................8 Laser Safety Information (Units without VFL) ................9 Laser Safety Information (Units with VFL) ................9...
  • Page 4 15 Troubleshooting ..................81 Solving Common Problems ....................81 Obtaining Online Help ......................85 Contacting the Technical Support Group ................86 Transportation ........................87 16 Warranty ......................89 General Information ......................89 Liability ..........................90 Exclusions ..........................90 Certification ..........................90 Service and Repairs .......................91 EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..................92 FOT-930...
  • Page 5 Contents A Technical Specifications ................93 Index ........................ 95 Multifunction Loss Tester...

  • Page 6: Certification Information

    Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15, subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003 compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to ensure compliance to the applicable standards. The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    Tel.: +44 2380 246 800 Equipment Type/Environment: Test & Measurement / Industrial Trade Name/Model No.: Multifunction Loss Tester FOT-930 MaxTester Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, EN 61010-1:2010 Edition 3.0 control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –...

  • Page 9: Introducing The Fot-930 Multifunction Loss Tester

    Introducing the FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester The FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester integrates a power meter and light sources with an optical return loss meter, optional talk set and visual fault locator. Main Features The unit features F T™, EXFO’s one-touch automated measurement.
  • Page 10 The light source has the following characteristics: Singlemode port (two or three wavelengths), also used for F T and  ORL. AND/OR Multimode port (two wavelengths), also used for F T only. Modulated or high-power signal compatible with other EXFO units  FOT-930...
  • Page 11 Introducing the FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester Main Features Other test utilities: Text messaging  Full-duplex digital talk set (optional)  Visual fault locator to inspect or identify fibers (optional)  Video fiber inspection probe (optional)  Result processing and analysis features (also available in the Optical...

  • Page 12: Power Sources

    Introducing the FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester Power Sources Power Sources The unit operates with the following power sources: AC adapter/charger (connected to standard power outlet—indoor use  only). Compatible car outlet adapter available upon request One or two Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries (automatically take ...

  • Page 13: Conventions

    Introducing the FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester Conventions Conventions Before using the product described in this manual, you should understand the following conventions: ARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.

  • Page 15: Safety Information

    Safety Information ARNING Do not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active. Never look directly into a live fiber and ensure that your eyes are protected at all times. ARNING The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or impair the protection provided by this unit.

  • Page 16: Other Safety Symbols On Your Unit

    Alternating current Both direct and alternating current The unit is equipped with an earth (ground) terminal. The unit is equipped with a protective conductor terminal. The unit is equipped with a frame or chassis terminal. On (Power) Off (Power) FOT-930...

  • Page 17: Laser Safety Information (Units Without Vfl)

    Safety Information Laser Safety Information (Units without VFL) Laser Safety Information (Units without VFL) Your instrument is a Class 1 laser product in compliance with standards IEC 60825-1: 2007 and 21 CFR 1040.10, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. Invisible laser radiation may be encountered at the output port.

  • Page 18: Electrical Safety Information

    To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the unit if any part of  the outer surface (covers, panels, etc.) is damaged. Use only the AC adapter/charger provided by EXFO with your  unit. Use only the car outlet adapter designed for your unit and ...
  • Page 19 Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Equipment Ratings Temperature Operation -0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)  Storage -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)  Relative humidity  95 % non-condensing unit  AC adapter 0 % to 80 % non-condensing ...

  • Page 21: Getting Started With Your Multifunction Loss Tester

    Multifunction Loss Tester AUTION To avoid damaging your unit, use it only with modules approved by EXFO. Turning the Unit On and Off When you turn the unit on, you may use it immediately under normal conditions (while the source offers good startup performance, you should allow a 5-minute warmup).

  • Page 22: Using Menus And Keypad

    To access the main menu To access F To move around, select items, and change parameters To adjust brightness (four levels) To access help about current function To turn unit on/off (blinks when idle or when probe is active) FOT-930...
  • Page 23 Getting Started with Your Multifunction Loss Tester Using Menus and Keypad Status Bar Talk set status (seeking or connected) Power meter status (detected modulation) Source/F T/ORL meter status (active wavelength or detected modulation) VFL status (on/off) Current date and time Battery number/status and DC power status To access main features: 1.

  • Page 25: Customizing Your Multifunction Loss Tester

    Customizing Your Multifunction Loss Tester Selecting the Language of Operation You may display the user interface in one of six languages (default is English). If other languages become available in the future, you could access them by replacing the unit software (see Upgrading the Embedded Software on page 80).

  • Page 26: Setting The Date And Time

    3. Use the arrows to select any of the date or time settings, then press Enter to display the on-screen keyboard (for details about using keyboards, see Using Menus and Keypad on page 14). 4. Set the new value and press OK (F1/F2 key). FOT-930...

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Brightness And Contrast

    Customizing Your Multifunction Loss Tester Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast To fit your work environment, you may adjust the LCD brightness and contrast. Values are kept in memory when you turn the unit off. You may also revert to factory settings at any time.

  • Page 28: Activating And Setting Screen Saver And Auto-Off

    (or Never), then press Enter to confirm. To revert unit to factory-default settings: 1. Press Menu, then select Setup > Unit. 2. Press Factory Settings (F1/F2 key). Values on all tabs of the Unit Setup pane are returned to factory settings. FOT-930...

  • Page 29: Setting Up Your Multifunction Loss Tester

    Setting Up Your Multifunction Loss Tester Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) The EUI fixed baseplate is available for connectors with angled (APC) or non-angled (UPC) polishing. A green border around the baseplate indicates that it is for APC-type connectors.

  • Page 30: Cleaning And Connecting Optical Fibers

    To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings: Always inspect fiber ends and make sure that they are clean as  explained below before inserting them into the port. EXFO is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling.
  • Page 31 EXFO uses good quality connectors in compliance with EIA-455-21A standards. To keep connectors clean and in good condition, EXFO strongly recommends inspecting them with a fiber inspection probe before connecting them. Failure to do so will result in permanent damage to the connectors and degradation in measurements.

  • Page 32: Setting Autonaming Scheme

    Fiber names: maximum 12 characters for prefix, plus 3-digit suffix  (duplicate names allowed when name is manually set) Note: If you manually change a fiber name, then turn the unit off without saving at least one result, this name will be discarded. FOT-930...
  • Page 33 Setting Autonaming Scheme To set the autonaming scheme: 1. Press Menu, then select Setup > Data Autonaming. 2. Use the arrows to select the cable prefix, cable number or fiber prefix. 3. Press Enter to display the on-screen keyboard (for details about using keyboards, see Using Menus and Keypad on page 14).

  • Page 34: Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds

    (for F T results, not necessarily the master unit). Note: When transferring results from handheld unit to computer, thresholds are not transferred along with results. However, you can define thresholds in the Optical Report Viewer application. FOT-930...
  • Page 35 Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds To set loss or ORL thresholds: 1. Press Menu, then select Setup > Thresholds. 2. Use the arrows to select a threshold group in the Current list. Select None to deactivate all thresholds. 3. Use the arrows to select: a fiber mode (singlemode or multimode) ...

  • Page 37: Measuring Power Or Loss

    Measuring Power or Loss The FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester is equipped with an optical power meter to measure absolute power (in dBm or W) or insertion loss (in dB). The power meter port is independent of the F T port.

  • Page 38: Defining The List Of Favorite Wavelengths

    1470, 1480, 1490, 1570, 1580, 1590, 1600, 1610, 1620, 1510, 1520, 1530, 1540, 1630, 1640, 1650. 1550, 1560,1570, 1625. All the above, plus 1370 and 1060. Same as above.  Note: The list must always contain at least one selected wavelength. FOT-930...
  • Page 39 Measuring Power or Loss Defining the List of Favorite Wavelengths To customize the list of favorite and selected wavelengths: 1. Press Menu, then select Setup > Power Meter. From the Power Meter pane, press Setup (F1/F2 key). 2. Using the up/down arrows, scroll through the list.

  • Page 40: Nulling Electrical Offsets

    3. Tighten the protective caps on the power meter and F T ports, then press OK. The nulling process takes approximately 10 seconds. Check marks appear next to nulled detectors. If light is still detected, you will need to place the caps properly and restart. FOT-930...

  • Page 41: Referencing Your Power Meter To A Source

    Measuring Power or Loss Referencing Your Power Meter to a Source Referencing Your Power Meter to a Source In reference mode, your unit displays the loss created by the fiber under test only, since it subtracts a reference value from the measured power.
  • Page 42 (see Defining the List of Favorite Wavelengths on page 30). If the source emits an auto-wavelength signal and auto-detection  enabled (see Automatically Detecting Wavelength on page 39), the power meter automatically matches the source wavelength. FOT-930...
  • Page 43 Measuring Power or Loss Referencing Your Power Meter to a Source 6. Press W/dBm/dB (F1/F2 key) until you get dB units to retrieve the last saved reference. Press Reference (F1/F2 key) to save the current power as the new reference. Reference power appears (in dBm) and current loss is automatically switched to dB.

  • Page 44: Measuring Power Or Loss

    5. If you have used a single reference patchcord, disconnect it from the power meter port only, then attach a second reference patchcord to the power meter. If you have used two reference patchcords, disconnect both of them at the bulkhead. FOT-930...
  • Page 45 Measuring Power or Loss Measuring Power or Loss 6. Using bulkhead adapters or the system patch panels, connect a fiber under test to reference patchcords attached to the light source and power meter. Adapter Reference Reference patchcord patchcord Bulkhead Bulkhead adapter adapter Fiber...
  • Page 46 The fiber name will increment automatically, ready to save the next value. For details about viewing results, see Managing Test Results on page 55. 11. Repeat the procedure for other wavelengths. FOT-930...

  • Page 47: Automatically Detecting Wavelength

    Enter. 3. Connect a compatible source to your unit’s power meter port. 4. Activate the source in Auto-ID mode (FOT-930: see Using a Light Source on page 59). Your power meter automatically matches the source wavelength.

  • Page 49: Measuring Optical Return Loss

    Optical return loss (ORL) is the total effect of multiple reflections and scattering events within a fiber-optic system. The FOT-930 Multifunction Loss Tester is equipped with an ORL meter to measure ORL for singlemode fibers. The ORL meter uses the F T SM (singlemode) port only.

  • Page 50: Performing Orl Reference And Setting Orl Zero Value

     To set the ORL zero value (all wavelengths at once): 1. Press Menu, then select ORL Meter. 2. Press ORL Zero (F1/F2 key). 3. Connect a patchcord to the F T SM port. Termination Component under test FOT-930...

  • Page 51: Performing And Saving Orl Measurements

    4. Verify your patchcords and clean them properly (see Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers on page 22). Note: If the F T SM port of your unit is equipped with an APC connector, use EXFO’s optional ORL calibrated patchcord. Multifunction Loss Tester...
  • Page 52 14.7 dB. Use the left/right function arrows to display ORL Reference and press the F1 or F2 key to select it. In the ORL Reference message box, press OK (Enter). FOT-930...
  • Page 53 Measuring Optical Return Loss Performing and Saving ORL Measurements 7. Perform an ORL zero measurement (see Performing ORL Reference and Setting ORL Zero Value on page 42). 8. Terminate the fiber as close as possible after the component under test. Wrap it at least 10 turns around a mandrel or small diameter tool, adding turns until the reading stabilizes.

  • Page 55: Performing Automated Il/Orl/Length Measurements (F T)

    T cuts down on training time and provides error-free results. To use F T, you need a compatible unit (such as FTB-3930, FOT-930, FOT-920 or FTB-3920, but not the FOT-910). The unit at the remote end is only used to establish references. It then waits for commands from the unit initiating F T (master).

  • Page 56: Setting Up The Fas Test

    Setup includes the following elements: Port and DUT (fiber) type: multimode  T will not include ORL. Compatibility: select FOT-930 for fast, two-  or three-wavelength testing including ORL (it requires two FOT-930/FTB-3930). Use FOT-920 when other unit is an FOT-920 or FTB-3920.

  • Page 57: Referencing Units For Fas Tes T

    ORL Meter pane (see calibration accordingly. Performing ORL Reference and Not recommended for short links. Setting ORL Zero Value on page 42). With multiple referencing, you may coordinate an FTB-3930 with up to 10 FOT-930 units. Multifunction Loss Tester...
  • Page 58 (using bulkhead adapters or the system patch panels). MPORTANT You can turn off the unit without losing the reference.  If you disconnect the patchcords from the F T ports, you  must take a new reference. FOT-930...
  • Page 59 Performing Automated IL/ORL/Length Measurements (F Referencing Units for F To perform a loopback reference: 1. Press F 2. In the Ref. Type list, select the Loopback reference type, then press Enter. An illustration of the connection is shown with previous reference values (if any). 3.

  • Page 60: Performing The Fas Test

    4. Reference your unit. Units for FasTesT on page 49). 6. Connect reference patchcord to fiber 5. Connect reference patchcord to fiber under test (as shown): under test (as shown): Reference Reference patchcord patchcord Bulkhead Bulkhead adapter adapter Fiber under test FOT-930...
  • Page 61 Performing Automated IL/ORL/Length Measurements (F Performing the F Unit A (Master) Unit B 7. From the F T pane, set the next cable/fiber names as needed (used for automatic save). 8. Press the F T key or press Start Test (F1/F2 key). The units establish communication and automated tests begin.

  • Page 63: Managing Test Results

    Managing Test Results Viewing and Deleting Results You can save up to 1024 results (F T, power/loss and ORL) in your unit, along with references and date/time of tests. You will save and recall this data according to cable and fiber names. MPORTANT The date and time of F T references are not saved.

  • Page 64: Checking Available Memory

    Serial port (male DB9) RS-232 connector Note: If your computer is not equipped with an RS-232 port, you can use a USB adapter. After installing the proper drivers, your computer should associate the adapter to an available COM port. FOT-930...
  • Page 65 Managing Test Results Transferring Test Results to a Computer 2. Turn on both the computer and your handheld unit. Ensure that your unit will remain on during the transfer (connect it to a power outlet and deactivate auto-off). 3. On the computer, launch the Handheld Data Transfer application and start the operation.

  • Page 67: 10 Using A Light Source

    10 Using a Light Source Your unit may contain two source ports: a 2- or 3-wavelength singlemode port and a 2-wavelength multimode port, depending on the configuration (see Technical Specifications on page 93). The source signal can be continuous (CW or high-power) or modulated (270 Hz, 1 kHz or 2 kHz) and uses the F T ports.
  • Page 68 Use the arrows to open the wavelength list and select Off. To change the signal modulation: 1. Activate the source if you want. 2. Press Modulation (F1/F2 key) to switch between available modulations. 3. Use the arrows to open the list and select the desired modulation. FOT-930...

  • Page 69: Identifying Fiber Faults Visually

    11 Identifying Fiber Faults Visually The visual fault locator (VFL) helps you identify bends, faulty connectors, splices and other causes of signal loss. From its dedicated port, the VFL emits a red signal which becomes visible at the location of a fault on the fiber. This signal can be continuous (CW, the default) or blinking (1 Hz).
  • Page 70 5. Without looking directly into the beam, examine the fiber. If light is coming out of the rubber jacket or on the side of the ferrule, the fiber is defective. 6. Deactivate the VFL by pressing VFL On/Off (F1/F2 key). FOT-930...

  • Page 71: 12 Inspecting Fibers With The Fip

    Magnification control: supports 200x, 400x or other zoom factors.  Focus control: allows you to fine-tune the display quality.  Image capture: freezes the image on the FOT-930 display by pressing a  button. For more information, refer to the user guide that came with your probe.

  • Page 73: Communicating With Other Users

    To facilitate communication between opposite ends of a fiber (especially on models with no talk set), you may send text messages to compatible units (such as FOT-930, FTB-3930, FOT-920 or FTB-3920) through their T ports. It is possible to send a predefined message or to write one of your own (maximum 30 characters).
  • Page 74 1. Connect the units at each end of the same fiber via their F T ports. 2. On the sending unit, press Menu, then select Talk Set/Messages > Messages (units with a talk set) or Messages (units with no talk set). FOT-930...
  • Page 75 Communicating with Other Users Sending and Receiving Text Messages 3. Ensure that the port indicated (SM or MM) is the one you use. Otherwise, press Port Setup (F1/F2 key) and change it, then return to the Messages pane. 4. Using the up/down arrows, scroll through the list and select the message.

  • Page 76: Communicating By Voice

    You can send or receive a call at any time, except during a F  Once communication is established, it will be maintained even if you  use the unit’s other test tools (including F If communication is lost, calling unit will automatically try to  reestablish communication. FOT-930...
  • Page 77 Communicating with Other Users Communicating by Voice To communicate between units: Calling Unit Receiving Unit 1. Connect the calling unit to one end of 1. Connect the receiving unit to the the fiber via its talk set port, and plug other end of the fiber via its talk set in your headset.
  • Page 78 End from the Talk set pane. To adjust the headset volume (calling or receiving unit): 1. Press Menu, then select Talk Set/Message > Talk Set. 2. Using the left/right arrows, adjust the volume level. You cannot adjust or mute the ring sound. FOT-930...

  • Page 79: 14 Maintenance

    14 Maintenance To help ensure long, trouble-free operation: Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them and clean  them if necessary. Keep the unit free of dust.  Clean the unit casing and front panel with a cloth slightly dampened ...
  • Page 80 Maintenance Cleaning EUI Connectors ARNING Looking into the optical connector while the light source is active WILL result in permanent eye damage. EXFO strongly recommends to TURN OFF the unit before proceeding with the cleaning procedure. To clean EUI connectors: 1.
  • Page 81 6d. Verify connector surface with a portable fiber-optic microscope (for example, EXFO’s FOMS) or fiber inspection probe (for example, EXFO’s FIP). 7. Put the EUI back onto the instrument (push and turn clockwise).

  • Page 82: Cleaning Detector Ports

    4. While applying light pressure (to avoid breaking the detector window), gently rotate the cleaning tip on the detector window. 5. Repeat step 4 with a dry cleaning tip or blow dry with compressed air. 6. Discard the cleaning tips after one use. FOT-930...

  • Page 83: Cleaning Vfl-Type Connectors

    Note: The cleaner makes a clicking sound to indicate that the cleaning is done. 2. Verify connector surface with a portable fiber-optic microscope (for example, EXFO’s FOMS) or fiber inspection probe (for example, EXFO’s FIP). Multifunction Loss Tester...

  • Page 84: Recharging Main Batteries

    Never store at temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F).  Charge only with specified charger.  To recharge the main batteries: Connect the unit to a power outlet (or car outlet) using the AC adapter/charger. The charge cycle will start and end automatically. FOT-930...

  • Page 85: Replacing Batteries

    Maintenance Replacing Batteries Replacing Batteries You may replace main batteries or the clock battery at any time without affecting operation. The two main Lithium-Ion batteries are independent, so you can replace one while the other is in use. If the unit is plugged in, you can replace both batteries while the unit is on.

  • Page 86: Battery Safety Information

    Maintenance Battery Safety Information Battery Safety Information ARNING Only use an EXFO battery. Batteries from other suppliers could result in serious damage to your unit, or personal injuries. Contact EXFO for more information. ARNING Do not throw batteries into fire or water and do not short-circuit the batteries’...

  • Page 87: Recalibrating The Unit

    To ensure that your unit conforms to the published specifications, calibration may be carried out at an EXFO Service Center or, depending on the product, at one of EXFO’s Certified Service Centers. Calibrations at EXFO are performed using standards traceable to national metrology institutes.

  • Page 88: Upgrading The Embedded Software

    (see Service and Repairs on page 91). Upgrading the Embedded Software To upgrade the unit’s embedded software, you will need to obtain the upgrade files from EXFO’s Technical Support Group. You will also need an RS-232 cable and the Firmware Update application. MPORTANT During software upgrades, you should connect your unit to a power outlet.

  • Page 89: 15 Troubleshooting

    Ensure battery is   connected. connected properly. A battery status LED is Battery is defective. Contact EXFO or replace the yellow. battery. During offset nulling, you Light reaches at least one Ensure protective caps are get the following message:...
  • Page 90 When measuring ORL, you Reflection is below Perform an ORL zero get ORL exceeds. sensitivity (Max ORL) of measurement to increase the ORL meter. sensitivity of the detector. Ensure mandrel is correct and that patchcord and connectors are in good condition. FOT-930...
  • Page 91 Compatibility set to Set the compatibility to   FOT-930 but remote FOT-920 in F T Setup unit is not an FOT-930 on master unit. or FTB-3930. During F T, you get a Loopback reference was Perform a loopback reference...
  • Page 92 Receiving unit’s port is Wait until F   in use. completes, turn source and ORL meter off or exit Probe mode. Remote unit is not Make sure remote unit is   compatible. an FOT-930, FTB-3930, FOT-920 or FTB-3920. FOT-930...

  • Page 93: Obtaining Online Help

    Troubleshooting Obtaining Online Help Obtaining Online Help Context-sensitive help is conveniently available at all times to guide you through the use of your unit. Most test operations pause while you view help, but will resume automatically when you exit help. To obtain online help about current function: Press the ? button from any pane or message box.

  • Page 94: Contacting The Technical Support Group

    Contacting the Technical Support Group To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is available to take your calls from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

  • Page 95: Transportation

    Troubleshooting Transportation Transportation Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit. Transportation damage can occur from improper handling. The following steps are recommended to minimize the possibility of damage: Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping. ...

  • Page 97: 16 Warranty

    16 Warranty General Information EXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of original shipment. EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use.

  • Page 98: Liability

    Liability Liability EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items to which the product is connected or the operation of any system of which the product may be a part.

  • Page 99: Service And Repairs

    5. Return the equipment, prepaid, to the address given to you by support personnel. Be sure to write the RMA number on the shipping slip. EXFO will refuse and return any package that does not bear an RMA number.

  • Page 100: Exfo Service Centers Worldwide

    Warranty EXFO Service Centers Worldwide EXFO Service Centers Worldwide If your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center. EXFO Headquarters Service Center 400 Godin Avenue 1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada) Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 Tel.: 1 418 683-5498...

  • Page 101: Technical Specifications

    The following technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. Specifications EXTERNAL POWER METER FOT-932...
  • Page 102 Power of > –45 dBm for Ge, > –30 dBm for GeX and > –47 dBm for InGaAs. k. Typical value. e. In High source mode. l. For graded-index MM fibers, typical. f. As defined by Telcordia TR-TSY-000887, rms for lasers and at –3 dB for LEDs; m. Without batteries. typical values for LEDs. FOT-930...

  • Page 103: Index

    Index Index caution of personal hazard ........5 ! ..............26 of product hazard ........5 certification information........vi changing batteries..........77 AC adapter/charger ........4 date and time ........18 AC requirements ......... 11 charge status, battery........1 after-sales service ........86 circuit performance ........
  • Page 104 Index EXFO universal interface. see EUI exit function ..........14 dark current effects, eliminating ....32 data deleting ..........55 recalling........... 53, 55 FasTesT data, transferring .......... 3 accessing ..........14 date and time description..........1 display ........... 15 parameters..........13 setting ...........
  • Page 105 Index intermittent signal........62 measuring internal memory. see memory loss ............36 ORL ............41 power ............ 36 mechanical connector cleaning ....75 keypad ............ 1, 14 memory available..........56 parameters saved in ....... 13 menus ............14 label, identification ........86 message feature.
  • Page 106 ............. 63 conventions ..........5 product information..........9 features ........... 1 label............3 identification label......... 86 warning ........... 5 specifications ......... 93 saved data protective cap ..........74 deleting ..........55 recalling ........... 53, 55 saving power/loss results ......38 FOT-930...
  • Page 107 86 source wavelength......... 60 temperature for storage ......71 thresholds..........26 test tools shipping to EXFO ........91 light source ..........59 shoulder strap ..........1 ORL meter ..........41 shutdown, automatic ........20 power meter .......... 29 side-by-side referencing method ....
  • Page 108 89 wavelengths automatic detection of ......1 calibrated ..........1 FasTesT ..........48 list of favorite ......1, 13, 30 ORL meter..........41 power meter.......... 29 source............ 60 zero measurement, ORL ......42 zero-power reference ........32 FOT-930...
  • Page 109 CHINESE REGULATION ON RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES NAMES AND CONTENTS OF THE TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OR ELEMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS EXFO PRODUCT EXFO Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006...
  • Page 110 MARKING REQUIREMENTS Product Environmental protection use period (years) Logo This Exfo product EXFO Battery If applicable.
  • Page 111 Tel.: 1 978 367-5600 · Fax: 1 978 367-5700 EXFO FINLAND Elektroniikkatie 2 FI-90590 Oulu, FINLAND Tel.: +358 (0) 403 010 300 · Fax: +358 (0) 8 564 5203 TOLL-FREE (USA and Canada) 1 800 663-3936 © 2013 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada (2013-07) ...

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