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  • Page 2 Subject to errors and alterations. All rights reserved. Softing and the Softing logo are trademarks of Softing AG. WireXpert and the WireXpert logo are trademarks of Softing IT Networks GmbH. All other cited trademarks, product and company names or logos are the sole property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Understanding AUTOTEST ....................... 39 Managing test result(s) ......................41 Exporting test results into eXport PC Software ............... 42 Declarations ....................43 Appendix ...................... 46 Glossary ......................48 Related documents ..................50 Technical Support ..................51 © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 Introduction 1.1 About product Softing’s WireXpert, with its unparalleled 2,500 MHz measurement range, is the first cable certifier with capability to certify the highest performance cabling systems in enterprise networks and data centers. Cable installers make significant gain in productivity with WireXpert’s industry leading test speed and ease of use.

  • Page 5: Intended Use

    1.4 About this document Read this manual before starting For damages due to improper connection, implementation or operation Softing refuses any liability according to our existing warranty obligations. 1.4.1 Document history...

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    /CAT 8 options Patch Cord Test adapters Softing recommends WireXpert to be calibrated annually. Starting from v7.4, WireXpert will remind the user to calibrate the units or fiber adapters if the last calibration was more than one year ago. This notification can be closed by clicking the [OK] button, but will be displayed on every boot up until the units are calibrated.

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    (WX_AC_SC_CLEANING_KIT) Mating Couplers Encircled Flux Compliant Multi Mode Fiber (WX_AD_EF_MM2) Multi-Mode Adapters FC-SC Modally Transparent SC Cleaning Kit (WX_AD_EF_MM2) Reference Cords (WX_AC_SC_CLEANING_KIT) SC-SC Tail Cords (WX_AC_EF_MM_REFCORD_SC Mating Couplers Optional SM/MM/MMEF LC Cord Kits available. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    Windows 7, 8 or 10 (32 bit or 64 bit) q Intel Core i3 Duo, 2.4GHz q 1 GB of RAM q 200 MB of free space of installation q Microsoft .NET framework © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 9: Wirexpert Pc Software And Firmware

    For more information on installation and using eXport PC software, please refer to “Installation Guide for eXport PC software” and “User Manual for eXport PC software”. Note Softing IT Networks has ceased support for ReportXpert v5.x and earlier. Please contact asia-support.itnetworks@softing.com for more information. 2.2 Upgrade firmware Download and install the latest eXport PC software.
  • Page 10 11 Please wait while upgrading takes place. This process may take a while. 12 Upgrade process is complete. CAUTION Saved test results and settings may be erased during upgrading. You are recommended to save all test results before upgrading the firmware. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 11: Wirexpert User Interface

    AUTOTEST. 3. The Test Settings group provides results-oriented configurations necessary to perform an AUTOTEST. 4. The Project Settings group provides non-results-oriented configurations before performing an AUTOTEST. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 12: The One Touch Access Button

    An “AUTOTEST” will fail in the event of missing connection between the LOCAL and REMOTE units, wrong settings configured, “dirty” end connectors or broken cables. SM Fiber AUTOTEST results Detailed results for 1310nm Detailed results for 1550nm © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 13 These options include: 3.2.2.1 Configuration Configuration provides selection of the number of jumper(s) is used for setting reference on dual or single ended loopback and determines if single or bi-directional test is performed during an AUTOTEST. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 14 Standard Limits: Choose from a list of standards to determine the performance criteria in a given standard. Enter the value for the number of connections, loss per connection, number of splices and loss per splice. Standard Limits Select “TIA-568.3“ TIA-568.3 © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 15 Enable “Network Limits Only” to disable and ignore Standard and Length Limits during test. Length Limits: Enter fiber length if test criteria require specific fiber length. Link Validation for MMEF Network Limits Link Validation for SM Network Limits Ethernet Standard for SM Ethernet Standard for MMEF © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 16 Choose from a list of cable manufacturer for more specific test parameters. If unsure of manufacturer, choose [Generic SMF] or [Generic MMF], or [Customized Cable] to create custom cable. Customized Cable Click [Add] to add or [Delete] to remove customized cable(s) from the customized cable list. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 17 The refractive index determines the speed light is travelling in the fiber optic. The value is determined by the fiber cable selected. 3.2.2.2.4 Modal Bandwidth (Multi Mode only) Modal bandwidth refers to the signaling rate per distance unit. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 18 User Manuals Refer “User Guide – List Based Testing” for more information on List Based Testing. 3.2.2.5 System Settings 3.2.2.5.1 User Manuals Refer “User Manual – Copper Certification Testing” for more information on System Settings. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 19 VFL – Visual Fault Locator. MPO/MTP – Switches device verification of fiber’s quality Emits light for visual detection to MPO mode to perform using an external scope probe. of broken fiber location. single fiber Power Meter test. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 20 Cloud platform. Active network connection is required. Note Optional purchase required for feature. Contact Softing IT Networks for more information. User Manuals Refer “User Guide – eXport Cloud” for more information on installing and using eXport Cloud.

  • Page 21: Setting Reference

    Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit. LOCAL REMOTE 3. Press the [SETUP] button è Configuration è One Jumper from Dual-Ended column. Select Single or Bi direction depending on requirement. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 22 Setting Reference [SETUP] Single Mode [Configuration] Single Mode [Configuration] [SETUP] Multimode EF [Configuration] 4. Press the [TOOLS] button è Set Reference and press the [Ok] button to set reference. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 23 2. Connect RX3 to the LOCAL RX port and TX3 to coupler 2. Connect TX2 to the REMOTE TX port and RX2 to coupler 2. Connect RX4 to the REMOTE RX port and TX4 to coupler 1. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 24: Two Jumpers Dual-Ended

    Please ensure the fiber cables are cl Coupler 1 Coupler 2 LOCAL REMOTE 5. Press the [SETUP] button è Configurationè Two Jumpers from Dual-Ended column. Select Single or Bi direction depending on requirement. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 25 Setting Reference [SETUP] Single Mode [Configuration] Single Mode [Configuration] [SETUP] Multimode EF [Configuration] 6. Press the [TOOLS] button è Set Reference and press the [Ok] button to set reference. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 26: Three Jumpers Dual-Ended

    6. Connect one end of the other jumper (TX6) to coupler 4 and the other end (RX6) to coupler 2. Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 27 Coupler 2 LOCAL REMOTE Press the [SETUP] button è Configuration è Three Jumpers from Dual-Ended column. Select Single or Bi direction depending on requirement. [SETUP] Single Mode [Configuration] Single Mode [Configuration] [SETUP] Multimode EF [Configuration] © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 28: One Jumper Single-Ended Loopback

    1. Connect the TX1 and RX1 ends of the reference cord to the TX port RX port of the adapter respectively. Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 29 Setting Reference LOCAL Press the [SETUP] button è Configuration è One Jumper from Single-Ended column. Select Single or Bi direction depending on requirement. [SETUP] Single Mode [Configuration] Single Mode [Configuration] [SETUP] Multimode EF [Configuration] © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 30: Two Jumpers Single-Ended Loopback

    1. Connect TX1 to the TX port and RX1 to one end of coupler 1. 2. Connect RX2 to the RX port and TX2 to the other end of coupler 1. Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 31 Coupler 1 LOCAL 3. Press the [SETUP] button è Configuration èTwo Jumpers from Single-Ended column. Select Single or Bi direction depending on requirement. [SETUP] Single Mode [Configuration] Single Mode [Configuration] [SETUP] Multimode EF [Configuration] © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 32: Three Jumpers Single-Ended Loopback

    3. Connect one end of your jumper (TX3) to coupler 1 and the other end (RX3) to coupler 2. Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 33 Coupler 2 LOCAL 4. Press the [SETUP] button è Configuration è Three Jumpers from Single-Ended column. Select Single or Bi direction depending on requirement. [SETUP] Single Mode [Configuration] Single Mode [Configuration] [SETUP] Multimode EF [Configuration] © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 34 6. Check that the Set Reference result is between -3 to -9dBm for Single Mode and -18 to -20dBm for Encircled Flux Multi Mode. Hint Set Reference will fail in the event of: • Adapter probe mismatch • Firmware version mismatch • No connection between LOCAL and REMOTE units © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 35 Setting Reference Note According to the ISO/IEC standards, the 2-jumpers testing method is not a recognized procedure, hence the selection for 2-jumpers configuration will be disabled when an ISO limit is selected. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 36: Configuring An Autotest

    Please ensure you have the following components before conducting the test: • WireXpert, LOCAL&REMOTE units (WX4500 or WX500-FIBER) • Single Mode Testing Kit (WX_AD_SM2) OR • Encircled Flux Multi-Mode Testing Kit (WX_AD_EF_MM2) WX_AD_SM2 WX_AD_EF_MM2 © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 37: Testing Guide For Dual-Ended Testing

    Coupler 4 Coupler LOCAL REMOTE 10. Select “850nm” or “1300nm” for Multi-mode or “1310nm” or “1550nm” for Single Mode to check the Loss, Limit and Margin of the fiber setup at the respective wavelength. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 38: Testing Guide For Dual-Ended Testing

    Coupler 2 Coupler 4 LOCAL 9. Click [STEP 2] to continue test. 10. Select “850nm Margin” or “1310nm Margin” to check the Loss, Limit and Margin of the fiber setup at the respective wavelength. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 39: Performing An Autotest

    Select the [View Reference] button to view the reference value that has been set prior to the AUTOTEST. If another set reference is performed after an AUTOTEST, the latest reference value will be used for the subsequent AUTOTESTs. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 40 Performing an AUTOTEST Single Mode Single Mode 1310 nm Single Mode 1550 nm EF Multimode EF Multimode 850 nm EF Multmode 1300 nm © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 41: Managing Test Result(S)

    To view saved results, 1. Press the [DATA] button. 2. Select [Fiber] and press the [View] button. 3. Select the test results click [View] to view results. 4. Select the next page for more results. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 42: Exporting Test Results Into Export Pc Software

    Refer “User Manual – Copper Certification Testing” for more information on exporting test results into eXport PC Software. User Manuals Refer “User Manual – eXport” for more information on how to use the software. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 43: Declarations

    Declarations 7 Declarations © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 44 Compatibility" (EMC directive). It meets the following requirements: Note A Declaration of Conformity in compliance with the above standards has been made and can be requested from Softing Singapore Pte Ltd. China ROHS The WireXpert device and its test components are China ROHS compliant.
  • Page 45 The light source transmitted from the following fiber test modules – MPO REMOTE are classified as Class 1m lasers and have wavelengths between 302.5 nm and 4000 nm and are safe except when used with optical aids. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 46: Appendix

    [Save] – Saves current test [USB] – Reads USB flash procedure. result. Icon will disappear drive to perform upgrade after a successful save. firmware, test result export or custom limit and label list import © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 47 SM/MM fiber with the inspection scope. [Transmit ON/OFF] – Toggles between enabling and disabling of light source on the REMOTE unit. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 48: Glossary

    The large the core, the more light standard defines the upper and lower and maintenance. Usually used with will be transmitted into the fiber. bounds for the EF to produce fiber optic power meters. reproducible launch conditions. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 49 WireXpert’s MMEF adapter has the of jacks, for connecting and managing additional function of performing a VFL. incoming and outgoing LAN cables. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 50: Related Documents

    User Manual – MPO Certification User Manual – eXport User Guide – List Based Testing User Guide – Installing eXport PC Software User Guide – License Upgrade User Guide – eXport Cloud User Guide – Custom Limits © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 51: Technical Support

    Technical Support 11 Technical Support Softing’s global presence ensures our customers receives sales and technical support anywhere around the world. For more information: itnetworks.softing.com The Americas Softing Inc. 7209 Chapman Highway Knoxville, TN 37920 Phone: +1 865 251 5252 E-mail: sales@softing.us Asia / Pacific Softing Singapore Pte.

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