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  • Page 1 User Guide Optical Xplorer™ www.EXFO.com...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2019 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, be it electronically, mechanically, or by any other means such as photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of EXFO Inc.
  • Page 3 Selecting the Distance Units ....................49 Configuring the Duration After Which the Unit Enters Sleep Mode ........51 Selecting Test Wavelengths ....................54 Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor ..........58 Configuring IOR Value ......................65 Reverting to Factory Settings ....................68 Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 4 Contents 5 Testing Fibers ....................71 Performing Measurements ....................72 Working With Link Results ....................75 Working With Link Overview ....................77 Working With Link View .......................78 Performing Tests When Light Is Detected on the Network ............80 6 Using the Power Checker ................81 Setting Thresholds ........................82 Setting Reference Values on Your Power Checker ..............90 Measuring Power or Loss ......................92 7 Using the Light Source ................95...
  • Page 5 Contents 11 Warranty ....................189 General Information ......................189 Liability ..........................190 Exclusions ...........................190 Certification ........................190 Service and Repairs ......................191 EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..................192 Index ......................193 Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 6 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 Regulatory Information Canada and USA Wireless Compliance Related Information Your unit comes with an internal wireless module (adapter) and two antennas for which the information hereafter applies: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  This device complies with Innovation, Sciences and Economic ...
  • Page 8 Regulatory Information Radiation Exposure Statement: The product complies with the US/Canada portable RF exposure limit  set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended operation as described in this user documentation. Further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the device can be ...
  • Page 9 Regulatory Information European Wireless Compliance Related Information ® Your unit is designed to operate in the Bluetooth and WLAN 2.4 GHz bands. ® The information about the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi frequency bands is as follows: ® Bluetooth : Channels 1 through 13 - Between the frequencies ...
  • Page 10 European Declaration of Conformity Hereby, EXFO declares that the radio equipment type “Wideband Data Transmission” is in compliance with European Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following Internet address: www.exfo.com/en/resources/legal-documentation.
  • Page 11 Regulatory Information Japan Wireless Compliance Related Information ® Your unit is designed to operate in the Bluetooth and WLAN 2.4 GHz bands. ® The information about the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi frequency bands is as follows: ® Bluetooth : Channels 1 through 13 - Between the frequencies ...
  • Page 13 Easy detection and location of common causes of failure with the Fault  Xplorer™ function Quality evaluation of the installations with EXFO Advisor™.  Measurements are rated using a five-star system. Replaceable Click-Out™ optical connector –Pro models only ...
  • Page 14 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Main Features Front panel Holes for the hand strap Optical port (Pro model with Click-Out optical connector shown) Laser radiation emitted at this port when laser is active. Touchscreen Power (on/off) button (also serves as battery status LED)
  • Page 15 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Main Features Top panel Optical port (Pro model with Click-Out optical connector shown) USB 2.0 Type-C connector for battery charging (see Power Bottom panel Sources on page 6) Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 16 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Available Models Available Models The Optical Xplorer is offered in several configurations: Model Description OX1-M Optical Xplorer designed for the maintenance of  live fibers 1650 nm +10 nm, filtered  OX1 PRO-M Optical Xplorer designed for the maintenance of ...
  • Page 17 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer LED Indicator Description LED Indicator Description The power button, located on the front panel of your unit, also serves as a LED indicator providing you with information about the battery status. Unit Status Meaning Connected to an Blue The battery is fully charged.
  • Page 18 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Battery Status Icon Description Battery Status Icon Description The battery status icon is shown in the upper right corner of the title bar. It complements the information provided by the unit’s LED. Icon Meaning The portion of the icon that appears in white in the title bar (in black here) reflects the current battery level.
  • Page 19 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Power Sources Note: If you have a vehicle equipped with dedicated USB charging ports, you could connect your unit to one of these ports to charge the battery. The actual results will vary with each vehicle. You could also use a certified USB power bank (portable charger) to charge your unit.
  • Page 20 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Test Functions and Tools Test Functions and Tools Your Optical Xplorer offers functions and tools to help you with common testing situations such as fiber break location, optical link verification, identification and location of common causes of networks failure. Each test functions offers an increasing level of detail.
  • Page 21 Light source: You can use this tool to perform tests with a power meter.  The modulation can be continuous or set to another value. See Using the Light Source on page 95 for details. Technical Specifications To obtain this product’s technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 22 Introducing the OX1 Optical Xplorer Conventions Conventions Before using the product described in this guide, 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 23 ARNING Use only accessories designed for your unit and approved by EXFO. For a complete list of accessories available for your unit, refer to its technical specifications or contact EXFO.
  • Page 24 Safety Information General Safety Information MPORTANT When you see the following symbol on your unit , make sure that you refer to the instructions provided in your user documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required conditions before using your product. MPORTANT When you see the following symbol on your unit , it indicates...
  • Page 25 Safety Information Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit One or more of the following symbols may also appear on your unit. Symbol Meaning Direct current Alternating current The unit is equipped with an earth (ground) terminal. The unit is equipped with a protective conductor terminal.
  • Page 26 Safety Information Laser Safety Information Laser Safety Information Your instrument is in compliance with standards IEC 60825-1: 2007 and 2014. ARNING (IEC 60825-1: 2007) Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments designed for use at a distance (for example, telescopes and binoculars) may pose an eye hazard.
  • Page 27 Safety Information Laser Safety Information The following labels indicate that the product contains a Class 1M source: RAYONNEMENT LASER INVISIBLE NE PAS OBSERVER DIRECTEMENT INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION À L'AIDE D'INSTRUMENTS DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH D'OPTIQUE OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS NE PAS EXPOSER LES DO NOT EXPOSE USERS OF UTILISATEURS DE DISPOSITIF TELESCOPIC OPTICS...
  • Page 28 Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) circuits only. Use only the listed and certified USB power adapter provided by  EXFO with your unit. It provides reinforced insulation between primary and secondary, and is suitably rated for the country where the unit is sold.
  • Page 29 Safety Information Electrical Safety Information AUTION Position the unit so that the air can circulate freely around it.  When you use the unit outdoors, ensure that it is protected  from liquids, dust, direct sunlight, precipitation, and full wind pressure.
  • Page 30 Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Equipment Ratings Pollution degree 2 (unit connected to external power source)  3 (unit operated from battery)  Overvoltage category unit: I  USB power adapter: II  Measurement category Not rated for measurement categories II, III, or IV Input power unit: 5 V ;...
  • Page 31 Getting Started with Your Unit Installing the Hand Strap If desired, you can install the provided hand strap on your unit. To install the hand strap: 1. Position your unit so that its front panel rests on a flat surface such as a table.
  • Page 32 Getting Started with Your Unit Installing the Hand Strap 4. While holding the strap with one hand, slide the string loop up through the second hole of the unit’s casing. You may need to push the string with your finger. 5.
  • Page 33 Getting Started with Your Unit Installing the Hand Strap 6. Gently pull on the hand strap to secure the knot. You are now ready to use the hand strap. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 34 Turning on Your Unit When you turn on the unit for the very first time, a wizard is displayed, enabling you to set the operation language, read and accept the EXFO license agreement, and set other regional settings (see the section about the first startup for more information).
  • Page 35 Getting Started with Your Unit Turning off Your Unit Turning off Your Unit Unless specified otherwise in this documentation, the settings you configure on your unit are kept in memory even when you turn the unit off. There are several ways to turn off the unit, including the following: Sleep: keeps the unit’s status information in memory (RAM).
  • Page 36 Configuring Your Unit at First Startup The first time you turn on the unit, a wizard is displayed, enabling you to set the operation language, read and accept the EXFO license agreement, configure the date and time, and select the desired distance units.
  • Page 37 If you select a language other than English, the unit will restart automatically to apply the change. 3. Read and accept the EXFO license agreement, then tap NEXT. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the other regional parameters and view the getting started guide.
  • Page 38 Getting Started with Your Unit Understanding Fiber Xplorer™ Understanding Fiber Xplorer™ Fiber Xplorer can be seen as the starting point of the application. You can perform tests in one of the test functions and navigate through the results. From Fiber Xplorer, you can also open the three-line menu to access all the commands required to control the OX1 such as the test tools and parameters.
  • Page 39 Tap to access the list of measurements directly battery To access the three-line menu To view next measurement To view previous measurement Pass/Fail status or EXFO Advisor verdict Link results To indicate the function used for a measurement Link overview To view next element Link view...
  • Page 40 For easier handling and optimum performance when you work with launch and receive cords, EXFO strongly recommends to use the cords especially designed by EXFO for your OX1 unit. The 20- and 60-meter cords are mainly used as launch cords, but they can also be used as receive cords for links shorter than one kilometer.
  • Page 41 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Launch and Receive Test Cords To configure the launch and receive cords settings from the Settings page: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 42 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Launch and Receive Test Cords 2. From the Optical Xplorer section, tap Test cords. 3. To configure the launch and receive cords settings, proceed as follows: 3a. If necessary, activate the feature with the corresponding toggle. 3b.
  • Page 43 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Launch and Receive Test Cords 3c. Select the length of the cable you want to use for your test. If you have selected Custom, enter the length with the numeric keypad. To change the distance units 3d.
  • Page 44 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Launch and Receive Test Cords To configure the launch and receive cords settings in Fiber Xplorer: 1. From Fiber Xplorer, tap the arrow to access the bottom drawer. 2. Tap Test cords. 3. To configure the launch and receive cords settings, proceed as follows: 3a.
  • Page 45 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Launch and Receive Test Cords 3b. Under the desired test cord, tap the displayed length to edit it. 3c. Select the length of the cable you want to use for your test. If you have selected Custom, enter the length with the numeric keypad.
  • Page 46 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 47 Getting Started with Your Unit Temperature Management Temperature Management The internal temperature of your unit will vary with the ambient temperature, but also with the type of tests you perform and their intensity. To regulate its temperature, your unit will determine the most appropriate fan speed, depending on the power requirements.
  • Page 49 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting Brightness You may want to adjust the display brightness yourself to better fit your work environment or preferences. You may also want to reduce the display brightness to save battery power (the higher the brightness level, the higher the power consumption). The brightness value is kept in memory even when you turn the unit off.
  • Page 50 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting Brightness 2. Under Brightness, tap the dots until the screen appearance is to your liking. You can also tap the desired brightness icon to quickly set the brightness to the minimum or the maximum value. To set the brightness to the To set the brightness to the minimum value...
  • Page 51 This sound varies with the type of notification, which means that you will hear a different sound in each of these situations: At the end of a measurement performed using EXFO Advisor  thresholds.
  • Page 52 Setting up Your Unit Enabling or Disabling Sound Notifications on Your Unit To enable or disable the sound notifications on your unit: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings.
  • Page 53 Setting up Your Unit Enabling or Disabling Sound Notifications on Your Unit 2. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 3. With the Sounds toggle, enable or disable the sound notifications. The new value is taken into account immediately. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 54 Setting up Your Unit Selecting the Language of Operation Selecting the Language of Operation You may display the user interface in one of the available languages. English is the default language. The value is kept in memory even when you turn the unit off. To select a new interface language: 1.
  • Page 55 Setting up Your Unit Selecting the Language of Operation 4. Select the desired language from the list. 5. Your unit will need to restart to complete the change of language. When the unit prompts you, confirm with OK. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 56 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone The time is displayed in the title bar. When saving results, the unit also saves the corresponding date and time. By default, the time is expressed in a 24-hour format, but you can select a 12-hour format (AM/PM) if you prefer.
  • Page 57 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone 2. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 3. Tap Date and time. 4. With the Use 24-hour format toggle, enable or disable the option, depending on your preference. If you prefer to view the time in a 12-hour (AM/PM) format, ensure that the Use 24-hour format option is disabled.
  • Page 58 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone To enable or disable the synchronization of date, time and time zone with the TestFlow mobile application: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings. 2. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 3.
  • Page 59 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone 4. With the Sync time zone toggle, enable or disable the synchronization of date and time with the TestFlow mobile application. To adjust the date, time or time zone manually: 1.
  • Page 60 Setting up Your Unit Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone 2. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 3. Tap Date and time. 4. Tap the element corresponding to the value that you want to modify. 5. Modify the settings according to your needs, and then tap OK to confirm, when applicable.
  • Page 61 Setting up Your Unit Selecting the Distance Units Selecting the Distance Units You can select the measurement units that your unit will use to display distance and length values. By default, the unit uses metric distance units (meters and kilometers), but you can change for imperial units (feet and kilofeet) if you prefer.
  • Page 62 Setting up Your Unit Selecting the Distance Units 2. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 3. Tap Distance units. 4. Select the desired distance units. The new value is taken into account immediately.
  • Page 63 Setting up Your Unit Configuring the Duration After Which the Unit Enters Sleep Mode Configuring the Duration After Which the Unit Enters Sleep Mode To help you get the optimum performance out of your unit, it comes with a predefined set of parameters to manage power. When you do not use your unit for a while, it will go into sleep mode automatically to save power (see Turning off Your Unit on page 23).
  • Page 64 Setting up Your Unit Configuring the Duration After Which the Unit Enters Sleep Mode To configure the duration after which the unit enters sleep mode: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings.
  • Page 65 Setting up Your Unit Configuring the Duration After Which the Unit Enters Sleep Mode 2. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 3. Tap Sleep. 4. Select the desired number of minutes. The new value is taken into account immediately. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 66 Setting up Your Unit Selecting Test Wavelengths Selecting Test Wavelengths You can select the wavelengths you want to use for the link you want to measure. The selection of the wavelengths is kept in memory when you turn off the device. You can make your selection in the settings page or directly in Fiber Xplorer.
  • Page 67 Setting up Your Unit Selecting Test Wavelengths 2. Under Optical Xplorer, tap Wavelengths. 3. Select the wavelengths you want to use for your tests. The new selection is taken into account for the next measurement. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 68 Setting up Your Unit Selecting Test Wavelengths To select test wavelengths in Fiber Xplorer: 1. From Fiber Xplorer, tap the arrow to access the bottom drawer.
  • Page 69 Setting up Your Unit Selecting Test Wavelengths 2. Tap Wavelengths. 3. Select the wavelengths you want to use for your tests. The new selection is taken into account for the next measurement. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 70 It is displayed in the Link Results area and it can be pass, fail, or unknown. See Working With Link Results on page 75 for details. You can also let EXFO Advisor rank the quality of the results. The ranking ranges from zero to five stars (half stars are possible).
  • Page 71 Setting up Your Unit Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor To configure custom thresholds or select EXFO Advisor from the settings page: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings. 2. Under Optical Xplorer, tap Pass/Fail criteria. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 72 Setting up Your Unit Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor 3. If you want to let the application rank the quality of the results, select EXFO Advisor. If you prefer to customize the values of the thresholds, select Custom thresholds.
  • Page 73 Setting up Your Unit Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor 4b. Tap on the threshold you want to modify. 4c. Enter a new value. 4d. Tap OK to return to the Pass/Fail criteria page. The new thresholds are taken into account for the next measurement.
  • Page 74 Setting up Your Unit Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor To configure custom thresholds or EXFO Advisor from Fiber Xplorer: 1. From Fiber Xplorer, tap the arrow to access the bottom drawer. 2. Tap Pass/Fail criteria.
  • Page 75 Setting up Your Unit Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor 3. If you want to let the application rank the quality of the results, select EXFO Advisor. If you prefer to customize the values of the thresholds, select Custom thresholds.
  • Page 76 Setting up Your Unit Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor 4b. Tap on the threshold you want to modify. 4c. Enter a new value. 4d. Tap OK to return to the Pass/Fail criteria page.
  • Page 77 Setting up Your Unit Configuring IOR Value Configuring IOR Value Having the proper IOR is crucial for all measurements associated with distance (element position, total length, etc.). By doing so, you ensure that the distances are more accurate for your measurements. You can edit the IOR value associated with the 1550 nm wavelength only.
  • Page 78 Setting up Your Unit Configuring IOR Value 2. Under Optical Xplorer, tap IOR (@1550 nm).
  • Page 79 Setting up Your Unit Configuring IOR Value 3. Enter the new value. Resets the value to factory settings. 4. Tap OK to confirm the new value and return to the Settings page. The new value will be taken into account for the next measurement. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 80 Setting up Your Unit Reverting to Factory Settings Reverting to Factory Settings At any time, you can use one of these options, according to your needs: reset all settings of the unit that you have customized, such as the  thresholds, to their default values reset the OX1 to factory settings (all customized settings and erase all ...
  • Page 81 Setting up Your Unit Reverting to Factory Settings 2. Under Device settings, select Reset options. 3. Select the desired option. 4. Tap OK to confirm your choice. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 83 Very fast measurement time.  For length, IL, and ORL. The link assessment is always performed using the  EXFO Advisor settings. The rating displayed suggests that the link may contain faults. Fault Xplorer Fast measurement time when no problems are found ...
  • Page 84 (see Selecting Test Wavelengths on page 54 for details) the thresholds associated with the pass/fail criteria (customized or  EXFO Advisor) (see Working With Custom Pass/Fail Thresholds or EXFO Advisor on page 58 for details) the length of the launch and receive test cords (see Working With ...
  • Page 85 Testing Fibers Performing Measurements To perform measurements: 1. Clean the connectors properly. 2. Connect a fiber to the Optical Xplorer port. AUTION Ensure that the connector of the launch or receive cord always matches the connector of the unit (APC or UPC). Joining mismatched connectors will damage the ferrules.
  • Page 86 Testing Fibers Performing Measurements 5. Select a test function (see Test Functions and Tools on page 8 for details). 6. Tap the button to start the measurement. Once a test is performed, you can view the results in different parts of the screen.
  • Page 87 The ranking ranges from zero to five stars (half stars are possible). The same ranking is applied to all wavelengths. If you use the EXFO Advisor thresholds in Fault Xplorer and Link Mapper, there will be no pass/fail status displayed either.
  • Page 88 Testing Fibers Working With Link Results By tapping directly on the space dedicated to the link results, you can access the loss and ORL values by wavelength. The page displays also the length for both the launch and receive test cords. Note: If the link ORL value is displayed with a <...
  • Page 89 Testing Fibers Working With Link Overview Working With Link Overview This graphic representation shows the entire link, all of its faults (Fault Xplorer), or all of its detectable elements (Link Mapper), from the link start (A) to the link end (B). The elements are displayed using a proportional distance.
  • Page 90 Testing Fibers Working With Link View Working With Link View This graphic representation displays, one at a time, all of its faults (Fault Xplorer), or all of its detectable elements (Link Mapper), present on the link from the first connector to the last element detected. You have to use the navigation arrows to see each element.
  • Page 91 Testing Fibers Working With Link View Element Name Element Icon Meaning Macrobends Macrobends can be displayed in the link view when more than one wavelength is present in the measurement. Out of range This element is displayed when the application cannot detect the end of fiber because of insufficient dynamic range.
  • Page 92 Testing Fibers Performing Tests When Light Is Detected on the Network The application can detect several link elements or faults that are too close to one another to be independently identified. When this is the case, the application will display the link elements as groups and provide as much information as possible for each individual sub-element.
  • Page 93 Using the Power Checker Your unit is equipped with a power checker to measure absolute power (dBm) or insertion loss (dB). It can detect modulated signals (270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, and 2 kHz). The Optical Xplorer automatically detects the tone coming from the light source.
  • Page 94 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds Setting Thresholds You can define thresholds to specify minimum and maximum power or loss values for each wavelength or you can apply the same thresholds to all wavelengths. You can also choose not to define any threshold values by disabling this feature.
  • Page 95 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds 2. If you want to use the same threshold values for all wavelengths, select All wavelengths. If you prefer to define thresholds per wavelength, select By wavelength. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 96 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds 3. To edit the threshold values, proceed as follows: 3a. If necessary, activate the threshold with the toggle button. 3b. Tap on the displayed numbers.
  • Page 97 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds 3c. Enter a new value. 3d. Tap OK to return to the Power checker thresholds page. Note: You can revert to factory settings at any time by tapping Reset to default values. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 98 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds To set power or loss thresholds from the settings page: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings.
  • Page 99 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds 2. Under Power checker, tap Thresholds. 3. If you want to use the same threshold values for all wavelengths, select All wavelengths. If you prefer to define thresholds per wavelength, select By wavelength. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 100 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds 4. To edit the threshold values, proceed as follows: 4a. If necessary, activate the threshold with the toggle button. 4b. Tap on the displayed numbers.
  • Page 101 Using the Power Checker Setting Thresholds 4c. Enter a new value. 4d. Tap OK to return to the Power checker thresholds page. Note: You can revert to factory settings at any time by tapping Reset to default values. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 102 Using the Power Checker Setting Reference Values on Your Power Checker Setting Reference Values on Your Power Checker In loss measurement mode, your unit displays on screen the loss created by the fiber under test only, since it subtracts a reference value from the measured power.
  • Page 103 Using the Power Checker Setting Reference Values on Your Power Checker 4. Tap TAKE REF. to save the current power value as the new reference. Note: The TAKE REF. button is disabled when the power value is unknown or too low and the application displays LOW or "---"...
  • Page 104 Using the Power Checker Measuring Power or Loss Measuring Power or Loss Measuring absolute power or link loss is done the same way, except for the referencing step. To perform power or loss measurements: 1. Inspect your fibers and clean them properly. 2.
  • Page 105 Using the Power Checker Measuring Power or Loss 6. Select a wavelength and activate the source at the same wavelength. 7. Repeat the procedure for other wavelengths. The absolute power or link loss value appears on screen. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 107 Using the Light Source You can use the Optical Xplorer as a light source to perform tests with a power meter. By default, the modulation is set to CW (continuous), but you can select another value, depending on the type of tests you want to perform.
  • Page 108 Using the Light Source To use the light source: 1. From the main menu, tap Source. 2. Select a wavelength.
  • Page 109 Using the Light Source 3. Select a modulation. 4. To set the timer, proceed as follows: 4a. If necessary, activate the feature with the toggle button. Note: If you do not want to set the timer, deactivate the feature with the toggle button.
  • Page 110 Using the Light Source 4b. Tap on the displayed numbers.
  • Page 111 Using the Light Source 4c. Enter the number of minutes during which you want the source to emit light. 4d. Tap OK to return to the Source page. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 112 Using the Light Source 5. Tap to start the light emission. A blinking icon and a red banner clearly indicate when the light source is emitting. Indicate the source is emitting...
  • Page 113 Using the Light Source 6. To avoid draining the battery of the unit, tap to stop the light emission as soon as your tests are complete. Note: If you have set the timer, the light emission stops when the value you have entered reaches zero.
  • Page 115 Managing Test Results You can view measurements directly from your unit. You can also delete measurements that you no longer need. Note: You cannot transfer measurements from your unit to a computer by connecting them with a USB cable. Viewing Measurements Every time you perform a measurement, the unit saves it under a sequential name generated automatically.
  • Page 116 Managing Test Results Viewing Measurements To view measurements from their dedicated list: From the main menu, tap Measurements.
  • Page 117 Fiber Xplorer. Position indicator (not a scroll bar) Tap to switch to Fiber Pass/Fail status or EXFO Xplorer for detailed Advisor ranking information. Note: The measurement appearing at the top of the list corresponds to the last measurement displayed in Fiber Xplorer.
  • Page 118 Managing Test Results Viewing Measurements To view measurements from Fiber Xplorer: In Fiber Xplorer, use the arrows to view the available measurements, in turn. For more information, see Working With Link Results on page 75, Working With Link Overview on page 77, and Working With Link View on page 78.
  • Page 119 Managing Test Results Changing an Element Type Changing an Element Type In Fault Xplorer and Link Mapper, you can change the element type identified as “splice” to the element type “connector”. The splice must be between the link start and the link end. A “*” sign is displayed to notify you that the former splice is now considered as a connector.
  • Page 120 Managing Test Results Changing an Element Type To change an element type: 1. In the link results area, tap the element you want to modify. See Working With Link Results on page 75 for details. 2. Use the blue arrows to change the element type.
  • Page 121 Managing Test Results Changing an Element Type A “*” sign is displayed both in Element details and in Fiber Xplorer to indicate the change of element type. Indicates a modified element type Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 122 Managing Test Results Deleting Measurements Deleting Measurements Every time you perform a measurement, the unit saves it under a sequential name generated automatically. The numeric part of the name increases from 000 to 999. Once the numeric part of the name reaches 999, it is reset to 000 automatically.
  • Page 123 Managing Test Results Deleting Measurements To delete measurements manually: 1. From the main menu, tap Measurements. 2. Tap from the upper right corner. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 124 Managing Test Results Deleting Measurements 3. Select the item(s) that you want to delete by selecting the corresponding check box. If you prefer to select all items at once, tap the SELECT ALL button. To select specific measurements For a quick selection of all measurements MPORTANT Deleted measurements cannot be recovered.
  • Page 125 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  with water.
  • Page 126 1. Insert the cleaning tip into the optical adapter, and push the outer shell into the cleaner. Note: The cleaner makes a clicking sound to indicate that the cleaning is done. 2. Verify connector surface with a fiber inspection probe (for example, EXFO’s FIP).
  • Page 127 The unit also indicates the charge status with the LED on its front panel  (see LED Indicator Description on page 5). AUTION Only charge the battery with the USB power adapter provided by EXFO with your unit. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 128 Maintenance Recharging the Battery MPORTANT The battery is not charged at the factory. You must fully charge  it before using the unit for the first time. The battery is fully charged after a few hours or when the battery LED indicator is steady blue.
  • Page 129 Maintenance Recharging the Battery MPORTANT If you need to store the unit (or a battery) for an extended  period of time, ensure that the battery is charged at around 50 % of its capacity, and then turn the unit off (shutdown). Place the unit (or the battery) in a cool dry place, and ensure ...
  • Page 130 Your unit uses a smart lithium-ion (Li-ion) or lithium-polymer (Li-Po) battery with built-in protection that has been especially designed for EXFO. For this reason, you can only replace it with batteries of the same type and model. You can purchase new batteries from EXFO.
  • Page 131 Maintenance Replacing the Battery AUTION Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can cause complete or intermittent equipment failures. Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap when  replacing the battery. Ensure that the antistatic strap makes good skin contact and that the end of its wire is grounded properly.
  • Page 132 Maintenance Replacing the Battery To replace the battery: 1. Turn off the unit (shutdown) and disconnect the fiber and USB cable (if applicable). 2. Position the unit so that its front panel rests on a flat surface such as a table.
  • Page 133 Maintenance Replacing the Battery 4. Hold the back panel by its sides and pull it up to remove it. 5. Gently pull on the battery’s connector to disconnect it from its socket. Battery Battery’s wires Battery’s connector Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 134 Maintenance Replacing the Battery 6. Pull the battery up to remove it. 7. Place the new battery so that its wires are located on the left side, toward the front. Wires...
  • Page 135 Maintenance Replacing the Battery 8. Push the new battery toward the bottom of the case until it stops. 9. Ensure that the battery’s wires are above the plastic tab (not under), and then connect the battery’s connector to the corresponding socket. Battery Battery’s wires Plastic tab...
  • Page 136 Maintenance Replacing the Battery 10. Place the back panel on the unit, making sure that it is aligned properly with the front of the unit. The sides of the back panel should be flush with those of the front. There should be no gap between the back panel and the front of the unit.
  • Page 137 Maintenance Replacing the Battery 12. Reset the battery information as follows: 12a.Connect the unit to a power outlet using the USB power adapter. 12b.Turn on your unit. 12c. From the main menu, go to Settings > Reset options. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 138 Maintenance Replacing the Battery 12d.Tap Reset battery info. 12e.When your unit prompts you, confirm the operation. MPORTANT If the unit’s LED turns to red when you turn on the unit, simply  connect the unit to a power outlet and let the new battery charge for a few minutes.
  • Page 139 You can purchase new Click-Out connectors from EXFO. If your unit is not equipped with a Click-Out optical connector and a  connector replacement is necessary, you will need to contact EXFO. AUTION To ensure that the internal optical connection remains in the best condition possible, DO NOT REMOVE the Click-Out connector from your unit unless it is absolutely necessary.
  • Page 140 (see Replacing the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) on page 133). If the port is damaged and your unit is not equipped with a Click-Out connector, contact EXFO (see Service and Repairs on page 191) If the port seems fine, continue with the remaining steps of this procedure.
  • Page 141 Maintenance Verifying the Optical Output of Your Unit 5. Scroll down to the Optical Xplorer section. 6. Tap Optical output diagnosis. Date of the last verification that could be completed 7. Follow the on-screen instructions. Note: During the verification process, you will connect one end of the launch cord to the optical port of your unit.
  • Page 142 Models Only) on page 131. If your unit is not equipped with a Click-Out connector and the unit needs a connector replacement, you have to contact EXFO (see Service and Repairs on page 191). To perform the verification steps again...
  • Page 143 Maintenance Determining the Condition of the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) Determining the Condition of the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) If you have a Pro model, you can perform a procedure to help you determine if there is a problem with the internal connector or only with the replaceable Click-Out connector.
  • Page 144 Maintenance Determining the Condition of the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) 3. If the port or the connector is damaged, replace the Click-Out connector (see Replacing the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) on page 133). If the port and connector seem fine, continue with the remaining steps of this procedure.
  • Page 145 You can purchase new Click-Out connectors from EXFO. If your unit is not equipped with a Click-Out optical connector and the connector has to be replaced, you need to contact EXFO (see Service and Repairs on page 191). Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 146 Maintenance Replacing the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) To remove the Click-Out optical connector: 1. Disconnect the fiber and USB cable from the unit, if applicable. 2. Position the unit so that you can see its Click-Out connector and easily access it.
  • Page 147 Maintenance Replacing the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) 3. While pushing the release tab toward the back of the unit, pull the Click-Out connector out of the unit. Click-Out connector’s release tab Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 148 Maintenance Replacing the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) To replace (or reinstall) the Click-Out optical connector: 1. Position the new Click-Out connector vertically so that you can see its release tab and that the optical port is pointing upwards. Optical port Release tab Optical connector with...
  • Page 149 Maintenance Replacing the Click-Out Optical Connector (Pro Models Only) 4. Slide the Click-Out connector into the unit until it clicks into place. Click-Out connector’s release tab There should be no gap between the edges of the Click-Out connector and its bay when it is inserted properly. 5.
  • Page 150 Under normal use, the recommended interval for your OX1 Optical Xplorer is: ten years. For newly delivered units, EXFO has determined that the storage of this product for up to six months between calibration and shipment does not affect its performance.
  • Page 151 (ten years) 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 152 Maintenance Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology When you want to configure Wi-Fi networks to receive updates for your unit, interactions are necessary between the unit and a smart device equipped with the TestFlow mobile application.
  • Page 153 Maintenance Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology ® On your OX1 unit, the status of the Bluetooth communication is indicated with an icon in the title bar. The table below shows the possibilities. Icon Meaning ®...
  • Page 154 From your iOS-based smart device, open the App Store (usually App Store icon). 2b. From the Play Store or the App Store, search for EXFO or TestFlow Mobile to localize the TestFlow mobile application. 2c. Start the installation and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 155 Maintenance Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology 3. On the smart device, establish the connection as follows. 3a. Open the TestFlow mobile application. 3b. If the application prompts you to sign in to a TestFlow account, tap NOT NOW, since you do not need to connect to a TestFlow account to establish the connection between your unit and a smart device.
  • Page 156 Maintenance Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology 3f. From the list of OX1 units, tap the item corresponding to the desired unit. Date and time of the last successful connection (when applicable) Serial numbers of the nearby OX1 units Bluetooth signal strength The application establishes the communication automatically.
  • Page 157 Maintenance Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology To close the connection with a smart device from your unit: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings. 2. From the Wireless section, tap Disconnect mobile app. 3.
  • Page 158 The interactions between your unit and a smart device are accomplished ® using the Bluetooth Low Energy technology. The interactions between your unit and the EXFO update server (to retrieve firmware and software updates) are accomplished using a connection to a wireless network. ®...
  • Page 159 Maintenance Enabling or Disabling the Wireless Communication To enable or disable the wireless communication from your unit: 1. From the main menu, tap Settings. 2. Use the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth toggle to enable or disable the communication as needed. The changes are taken into account immediately. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 160 Maintenance Enabling or Disabling the Wireless Communication To enable or disable the Wi-Fi communication from the smart device (Optical Xplorer tool in TestFlow): 1. On the smart device, open the TestFlow application and access its main menu ( menu). 2. Under Tools, tap Optical Xplorer. 3.
  • Page 161 Maintenance Enabling or Disabling the Wireless Communication 4. Tap the Wi-Fi line. 5. Use the OX1 Wi-Fi toggle to enable or disable the Wi-Fi communication. The change is taken into account immediately. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 162 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network Working With a Wireless Network Note: You need a smart device equipped with the TestFlow mobile application to configure a wireless network to which your unit will be able to connect later. By connecting your unit to a wireless network, you can check for updates, download these updates and install them directly on your unit (see Upgrading Applications and Firmware on page 163).
  • Page 163 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network Your unit supports IPv4 wireless routers having the following characteristics: With dynamic IPv4 address assignment  Not secured, or secured with WPA/WPA2-Personal standards  (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK versions) Broadcasting their network names (SSID) or not (SSID visible or ...
  • Page 164 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network The information about the Wi-Fi connection is indicated with an icon appearing both in the title bar (on your unit) and next to the name of the wireless networks (on your unit and in the TestFlow mobile application). The table below shows the possibilities.
  • Page 165 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network Configuring a Wireless Network Before being able to connect your unit to a Wi-Fi network, you must first configure the desired networks with the TestFlow mobile application. Once the configuration and first connection are successful, the configured network is automatically added to the list of possible networks on your unit.
  • Page 166 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 4. Under Tools, tap Optical Xplorer. 5. From the Optical Xplorer tool, open the three-dot menu, and then select OX1 settings to access the parameters.
  • Page 167 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 6. Tap the Wi-Fi line. 7. Tap the item corresponding to the wireless network that you want to configure. Secured network (identified by a lock icon) Signal strength Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 168 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 8. If the network is protected by a network security key (password), enter 9. Tap CONNECT. 10. Follow the on-screen instructions. The application establishes the communication automatically. Note: Ensure that the TestFlow mobile application has been able to establish a first connection with the Wi-Fi network before attempting to connect to this network from your OX1 unit.
  • Page 169 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network Connecting to a Wireless Network From Your Unit When you start a new work session with you unit, it will automatically connect to the last network used, unless this network is not available or its password has changed in the meantime (reconfiguration necessary).
  • Page 170 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 3. If it is not already done, enable the Wi-Fi communication on your unit using the corresponding toggle. 4. Tap Wi-Fi.
  • Page 171 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 5. Under Available configured networks, tap the item corresponding to the wireless network to which you want to connect. Network to which the unit is currently connected or network used during the last work session The application establishes the communication automatically.
  • Page 172 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network Removing Configured Networks From the List You can remove configured networks from the list to prevent automatic connections to these networks (forget network feature). If you remove the network currently in use, the unit (or the TestFlow mobile application) will try to connect to the next configured network on the list that is available.
  • Page 173 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 2. Tap Wi-Fi (from unit) or OX1 Wi-Fi (from TestFlow). 3. Tap the item corresponding to the wireless network that you want to remove. Network to which the unit is currently connected or network used during the last work session To remove the corresponding network...
  • Page 174 Maintenance Working With a Wireless Network 4. When the application prompts you to confirm the removal of the network, confirm by tapping Forget. The network is removed from the list automatically. In the TestFlow mobile application, if these networks are still in range, they will reappear on the list of available networks, at the bottom of the page.
  • Page 175 Maintenance Upgrading Applications and Firmware Upgrading Applications and Firmware Note: You need a smart device equipped with the TestFlow mobile application to be able to configure a wireless network, connect your unit to it, and then receive the available updates. All the necessary applications have been preinstalled and configured at the factory.
  • Page 176 Maintenance Upgrading Applications and Firmware To upgrade applications or firmware: 1. Connect your unit to an external power source with the provided USB power adapter. 2. If it is not already done, turn on your unit. 3. Ensure that your unit has access to the Internet (see Working With a Wireless Network on page 150).
  • Page 177 Maintenance Upgrading Applications and Firmware 5. Scroll down to the Device settings section. 6. Tap Software update. The unit will start to check for updates automatically. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions. If an update is available and you choose to install it, your unit will restart automatically at the end to complete the process.
  • Page 178 This symbol on the product means that you should recycle or dispose of your product (including electric and electronic accessories) properly, in accordance with local regulations. Do not dispose of it in ordinary garbage receptacles. For complete recycling/disposal information, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle.
  • Page 179 10 Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution My unit does not start. The battery is Connect the unit to an external completely discharged power source to recharge the (if the battery level battery. If the battery is no longer allows it, the unit’s LED charging properly, you may need to will remain red for about...
  • Page 180 USB power adapter is defective. In this case, try replacing the adapter. You can purchase new USB power adapters from EXFO. I have just replaced the The unit may take a little Connect the unit to a power outlet battery and the unit’s...
  • Page 181 Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution On my unit, no wireless No network has been You must first configure the desired network is listed. configured yet. networks on your smart device, using the OX1 tool in the TestFlow mobile application (see Working With a Wireless Network on page 150).
  • Page 182 Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution My unit does not There is a connection Ensure that the Wi-Fi  connect to the wireless problem with the connection is enabled on your network that I choose network. unit (see Enabling or Disabling from the list of the Wireless Communication configured networks.
  • Page 183 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation If you ever encounter major problems with your unit (for example, the unit does not behave the way it used to), you can revert it to its initial state (as it was at time of purchase).
  • Page 184 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation To restore you unit to normal operation: 1. Ensure that the battery level of your unit will be sufficient to start the unit when instructed to do so (no red battery icon on screen or red, steady LED on the unit’s front panel).
  • Page 185 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation Turn screws counterclockwise Screws Screws Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 186 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation 6. Hold the back panel by its sides and pull it up to remove it. 7. Slide your left hand under your unit so that you can have access to the on/off button, being careful not to touch inside your unit. Note: You may find helpful to slightly move the unit towards the edge of the table so that its on/off button is more accessible.
  • Page 187 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation AUTION To avoid damaging your unit, do not use metallic objects such as the ball of a pen to push the reset button. Always use your finger or a non-metallic object. 8. While pressing and holding the reset button, push the on/off button. Release the on/off button as soon as the unit beeps once, but continue to hold the reset button as long as the unit’s LED is lit or for about 10 seconds.
  • Page 188 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation 9. Place the back panel on the unit, making sure that it is aligned properly with the front of the unit. The sides of the back panel should be flush with those of the front. There should be no gap between the back panel and the front of the unit.
  • Page 189 DO NOT TURN OFF your unit while the recovery operation is underway. Doing so may damage your unit. Damaged units will need to be sent back to EXFO for repair. 12. Connect your unit to a power outlet using the provided USB power adapter.
  • Page 190 QR code displayed on your unit  by using the corresponding link in the TestFlow mobile application  Note: The user guide is available from the My EXFO section of the EXFO Web site (www.exfo.com) for download in PDF format.
  • Page 191 Troubleshooting Accessing the Online Documentation To view the getting started guide from your unit: 1. From the main menu, tap Support. 2. Under User documentation, tap Getting started guide. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 192 Troubleshooting Accessing the Online Documentation To access the user guide with the QR code: 1. From the main menu, tap Support. 2. Under User documentation, scan the QR code with your smart device.
  • Page 193 Troubleshooting Accessing the Online Documentation To view the user documentation from the TestFlow mobile application: 1. If it is not already done, establish a connection between your unit and a smart device (see Establishing or Closing a Connection With a Smart Device Via the Bluetooth Technology on page 140).
  • Page 194 Troubleshooting Accessing the Online Documentation 4. From the Optical Xplorer tool, open the three-dot menu, and then select OX1 settings to access the parameters. 5. Under Help, tap OX1 user guide.
  • Page 195 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 196 Sharing Measurements With the Technical Support Group Sharing Measurements With the Technical Support Group After contacting EXFO for support, you may need to share some of the measurements with the technical support group for further investigation. Note: You must contact the technical support group before sharing measurements.
  • Page 197 Troubleshooting Sharing Measurements With the Technical Support Group 2. Tap Share measurements with EXFO. Optical Xplorer...
  • Page 198 Troubleshooting Sharing Measurements With the Technical Support Group 3. Select the check boxes corresponding to the measurement files that you want to share. 4. Once your selection is complete, tap SHARE. A confirmation message is displayed as soon as the transfer is complete.
  • Page 199 You can also find the contact information if you ever need to reach EXFO. To view the system information: From the main menu, tap Settings, and then About.
  • Page 200 Troubleshooting Transportation To retrieve the contact information: From the main menu, tap Support. The information you want to view is displayed on screen. 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 201 11 Warranty General Information EXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use.
  • Page 202 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 203 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 204 FuNing Hi-Tech Industrial Park, No. 71-3, Fax: +86 (755) 2955 3101 Xintian Avenue, support.asia@exfo.com Fuhai, Bao’An District, Shenzhen, China, 518103 To view EXFO's network of partner-operated Certified Service Centers nearest you, please consult EXFO's corporate website for the complete list of service partners: http://www.exfo.com/support/services/instrument-services/ exfo-service-centers.
  • Page 205 Index Index beep, enabling or disabling ......39 beginning of the link ......77, 107 --- ..............91 blinking LED ..........5 *..............107 blue LED ............5 <..............76 Bluetooth® >..............76 closing connection ....... 140 establishing connection ....140, 142 frequency band data.....viii, ix, xi signal strength ........
  • Page 206 ......68, 125, 171 brightness..........37 deleting measurements ......110 custom pass/fail thresholds or detecting modulated signal and tone..81 EXFO Advisor......58 detector, saturation level......76 date and time ........44 disabling sounds.......... 39 delay before sleep........51 disconnecting from Bluetooth®...
  • Page 207 Bluetooth® ......140, 142 icon with a wireless network....... 157 battery status....6, 115, 126, 168 EXFO Advisor Bluetooth® status......141, 144 audible signal ........39 brightness ..........38 ranking system ....58, 71, 75, 105 connectors ..........
  • Page 208 Index label, identification ........183 macrobend ..........78 language, selecting ........42 main features ..........1 last element on link......77, 107 maintenance launch cord battery ..........115 length ............ 76 front panel........... 113 specifications ........28, 73 general information ......113 screen ..........
  • Page 209 Index power adapter ..........6, 117 naming measurements bank..........6, 117 automatically ...... 103, 110 button........2, 5, 117, 120 navigation arrows ....27, 72, 78, 106 management ......... 51 network see also battery failure ..........157 see also USB power adapter password ..........
  • Page 210 95, 97, 101 return merchandise authorization (RMA) .. 191 Wi-Fi communication ......146 reverting unit to initial state...... 171 wireless network ........150 shipping to EXFO........191 shutting down..........23 signal safety low, power checker......81, 91 caution ..........10 modulated ..........
  • Page 211 Index UPC-type connector....... 28, 73 updating applications........ 163 taking a reference value ......90 technical specifications........9 port............3 technical support ........183 power adapter ......... 6, 117 temperature for storage......113 power bank........6, 117 temperature management ......35 user guides ..........
  • Page 212 150, 153 networks removed from list....160 wizard, configuration........24 working with custom pass/fail thresholds ....58 EXFO Advisor ......... 58 link overview.......... 77 link results ..........75 link view ..........78 test cords........28, 29, 32 worst link loss and ORL values ....75...
  • Page 215 ꞏ info@EXFO.com CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 400 Godin Avenue Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 CANADA Tel.: 1 418 683-0211 ꞏ Fax: 1 418 683-2170 TOLL-FREE (USA and Canada) 1 800 663-3936 © 2019 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada (2019-06) ...

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