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Test & Inspection Test Workflow and Data Management Solution ROGUE Device User’s Guide www.AFLglobal.com, +1 (800) 321-5298 or +1 (603) 528-7780...
. NOTICE! ROGUE Testers contain no user serviceable parts . Except for changing batteries and cleaning optical ports, this instrument must be returned to AFL or authorized agents for repair and calibration .
ROGUE cB1 Compact Base or ROGUE iB1 Intelligent Base . The ROGUE cB1 compact base is ruggedly built to withstand testing in the field . It is lightweight, portable, and comes with options for carrying and/or placing it on a surface, with a convenient carrying strap and a “kick-stand”...
Overview ® The Rogue cB1 is designed to mate with one of various test Modules . A test Module mounts in and interfaces with the cB1, with the cB1 providing control/data interfacing and power to the test Module . The Rogue cB1 is ruggedly built to withstand testing in the field . It is lightweight, portable, and comes with options for carrying and/or placing it on a surface, with a convenient carrying strap and a “kickstand”...
This USB port allows connection to USB devices (keyboard, USB flash drive, or other USB devices) Key Slot Used to mount a Kickstand accessory on the ROGUE cB1 . Touch Screen Display Contains on-screen controls and menus, allowing the user to select parameters and functions and control the operation of the cB1 .
The AC/Charger indicator turns GREEN when battery is fully charged . – Checking the Battery Status The battery icon on the ROGUE cB1 device display indicates the battery status and shows percentage of the remaining battery charge . Battery/Power Level icon will indicate current charge level as follows: Green = >50%...
ROGUE cB1 Overview Installing a Module 1 . Starting from the cB1 top, align bottom of the Module guiding tracks with top of the cB1 guiding tracks 2 . Slide the Module into the cB1 base . 3 . Make sure that Module is completely inserted in the Module Slot .
ROGUE cB1 Overview Touch Screen Display Features Icon Function Bluetooth Connectivity . Pressing this icon will display the Bluetooth pairing screen . If your ROGUE device is not already paired, the Bluetooth connectivity screen • will display a QR code that can be used to pair with a Smart Device . See "Bluetooth Pairing –...
ROGUE cB1 Overview Turning On/Off VFL Port (if present) The VFL icon on the cB1 touch screen display is the VFL port on/off button . To enable/disable the VFL port, touch the VFL icon . VFL port icon VFL port icon...
Power supply • Adjustable carry strap • Recommended Accessories Depending on your testing requirements, AFL recommends the following accessories: AC Adapter • Adapters (LC, SC) • Multi-fiber Switch: enables the testing of 12 fiber cables without the need to use a breakout •...
Press and hold (~2 seconds) to turn power on or off . AC/Charger Indicator When ON, indicates that an AC adapter is connected to the ROGUE cB1 device: light - rechargeable battery is charging; Green light - rechargeable battery is fully charged .
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Battery Charging and Operation ROGUE iB1 device can simultaneously operate and charge the internal battery while connected to the provided AC adapter/charger . To connect the AC adapter/charger: Plug the AC adapter/charger into a standard wall outlet . •...
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Installing a Module 1 . Starting from the iB1 top, align bottom of the Module guiding tracks with top of the iB1 guiding tracks 2 . Slide the Module into the iB1 base . 3 . Make sure that Module is completely inserted in the Module Slot . 4 .
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Touch Screen Display Features # Icon Function Module Info Color code: Red = Module is not installed (or not completely installed); tapping the icon will • result in an error message “No Module” Green = Module is properly installed and seated; tapping the icon will provide •...
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Touch Screen Display Features # Icon Function OnBoard AFL developed Apps - Tap an App icon to launch . Factory set App tools - Tap any of the factory set App tools to launch . Active Tray Upon installation of a module, the iB1 senses what module type is present and launches the appropriate Mobile App This App appears in the active “Tray”...
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Device Settings Overview Device Settings screen is accessed from the Home screen by tapping the settings icon Wireless and networks settings Wi-Fi • Bluetooth • iB1 device general settings Home • Display • Sounds & Notification •...
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Device Settings Overview Wi-Fi When in the Settings Screen, tap the Wi-Fi option • From the displayed list, choose the desired network • In the displayed Password field, enter password • Tap Connect • Bluetooth When in the Settings Screen, tap the Bluetooth option •...
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Device Settings Overview Display Tapping the Display option allows the user to choose settings for Brightness Level, Sleep mode, and Font Size as follows . Brightness Level: • Tap on the Brightness Level option as needed . –...
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Device Settings Overview Sound & Notification Tapping the Sound & Notifications option will display settings screen that allows the user to set various sound and notification parameters as follows . For Volume Settings (Media, Alarm, Notification), use the adjustment sliders to set the •...
ROGUE iB1 Overview ® Device Settings Overview Memory Tapping the Memory option will display iB1 Memory Usage screen . • Tapping the Memory Used by Apps option will display Memory Usage by each App . • Add Account Tap the Accounts option •...
Launch and Receive cables are required for OTDR testing to measure the insertion loss and reflectance of the near-end and far-end connectors respectively, of the fiber link being tested . AFL Fiber Rings may be used as Launch and Receive cables . Fiber Rings with a variety of lengths and connector styles are available from AFL .
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• Cleaning the Exposed Ferrule or the OPM port Use lint-free optical cleaning wipes such as AFL FiberWipes and optical quality cleaning fluid such as AFL FCC2 connector cleaning fluid . Note: If using isopropyl alcohol (IPA), be sure to use 99% pure IPA that has not been contaminated .
Recharging Batteries The batteries may be charged while the ROGUE cB1 is switched on or off by attaching an AC power adapter . Plug the AC adapter/charger into a standard wall outlet . • Connect the AC adapter/charger to the Power port located on the ROGUE cB1 side panel .
EU Directives . Contacting Customer Service You may call AFL Customer Service between 8 AM and 5 PM, United States Eastern Time . Phone 800-321-5298 Phone +1 (800) 321-5298...
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