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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 ....................... 29 Managing test result(s) ......................30 Exporting test results into eXport PC Software ............... 32 Declarations ....................33 Appendix ...................... 36 Glossary ......................38 Related documents ..................40 Technical Support ..................41 © 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

    Introduction 1.4.2 Conventions used The following conventions are used throughout Softing customer documentation: Keys, buttons, menu items, commands and other Open Start è Control Panel è Programs elements involving user interaction are set in bold font and menu sequences are separated by an...

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    CAUTION Always use a coupler when mating a pinned and unpinned connector. Mating two pinned connectors with a coupler will damage the pins. Male / Pinned Connector Female / Unpinned Connector © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    Windows 7, 8.x or 10 (32 bit or 64 bit) q Intel Core 2 Duo, 2GHz 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

    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. 5. The System Settings group settings provides device, time, localization and device related configurations. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 12: The One Touch Access Button

    MPO AUTOTEST results Detailed loss results Detailed polarity results Note Diagrams and images used are for illustration purposes only and do not represent suggested test values. Reference and test values vary to usage and condition. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 13 Choose from 40GBASE-SR4 and 100GBASE-SR10 limit to perform MPO test. SR4 uses a single MPO ribbon with four strands to transmit and four strands to receive. SR10 uses a 24 strand MPO cable with ten strands to transmit and 10 strands to receive. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 14 Custom Limit: Enter Loss Limit to perform custom limit test. Uncheck “Enable Polarity Check” to bypass polarity check for customized cable. Test Settings Custom Limit Change Custom Limit with/without Polarity Check Channel Selector: Loss limit will be applied to selected channels during an AUTOTEST. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 15 WireXpert User Interface Test Settings Channel Selector Select choice of channel Selector 3.2.2.2.2 Cable Select [Generic MMF] cable. Cable Select choice of generic MMF © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 16 This testing method is carefully optimized for typical test work-flow, and it significantly improves productivity. User Manuals Refer “User Guide – List Based Testing” for more information on List Based Testing. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 17 Power Meter –Measures the MPO/MTP – Switches device conditions and exclude the power loss from a to MPO mode to perform reference cords from the 850/1300nm or 1310/1550nm single fiber Power Meter test. measurement. wavelength light source. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 18 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 19: Configuring An Autotest

    Cable –Select “Generic”. d. Connector – Select “Generic”. Please ensure you have the following components before conducting the test; • WireXpert, Local & Remote units (WX4500 or WX500-FIBER) • MPO Testing Kit (WX_AD_MM_MPO_KIT) WX_AD_MM_MPO_KIT © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 20: Test Procedure

    Light source is disabled Press the [AUTOTEST] button once settings and limits have been selected. WireXpert will use the last configuration or factory settings to perform the AUTOTEST if new settings are not configured. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 21: Pinned To Pinned Link

    Reference Grade Reference Grade ≤ 0.1dB Reference Grade Standard Grade ≤ 0.3dB Standard Grade Standard Grade ≤ 0.5dB 9. Clean the adaptors and connectors or replace the cords if necessary and repeat the test again. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 22 5. Connect one unpinned end of RC to the LOCAL unit and the other end to the pinned end of the cabling under test. 6. Connect the disconnected unpinned end of LC to the other pinned end of the cabling under test. 7. Press the [AUTOTEST] button to begin AUTOTEST. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 23: Pinned To Pinned Channel

    18 to 21 will allow LC to be used in either orientation. 14. Interchange the ends of RC. 15. Press the [AUTOTEST] button to perform an AUTOTEST. 16. Check that the result is less than the acceptable loss limits. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 24 Three-cords reference method is advised as per Standards for this configuration. 1. Retaining the same set up, perform set reference. 2. Replace TC with cabling under test. 3. Do not disconnect LC from the REMOTE unit. 4. Press the [AUTOTEST] button to begin AUTOTEST. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 25: Unpinned To Unpinned Link

    Note Due to the limitations of the connecting hardware for this configuration in the IEC 61280-4 -1’s test procedure, the following procedure is a recommendation by Softing, following the closest practical approach to the original intention of yielding satisfactory results in practical situations.
  • Page 26 2. Do not disconnect LC from the REMOTE unit. 3. Connect a pinned-to-pinned AC to the coupler to the unpinned end of LC. 4. Connect the cabling under test to RC and AC using couplers Press the [AUTOTEST] button to begin AUTOTEST. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 27: Unpinned To Unpinned Channel

    Note Due to the limitations of the connecting hardware for this configuration in the IEC 61280-4 -1’s test procedure, the following procedure is a recommendation by Softing, following the closest practical approach to the original intention of yielding satisfactory results in practical situations.
  • Page 28 The user can have acceptable loss limit is 0.35dB (2 x 0.1dB per connector + 0.15dB for other loss contributors). It is recommended that all the cords used should be of reference grade to reduce the measurement uncertainty. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 29: Performing An Autotest

    Reference and test values vary to usage and condition. Type A MPO cable Type B MPO cable Type C MPO cable Note If 40GBase-SR4 or 100GBase-SR10 limits are selected, channels 1, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 1, 12 will be de-selected respectively. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 30: Managing Test Result(S)

    The [Save] icon will disappear once saving is completed. Pass test results will be automatically saved with reference to the selected Label Source ([SETUP] button è Project Settings è Label Source) when AUTOTEST is completed. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 31 To delete a saved result, 1. Press the [DATA] button. 2. Select [Others] and press the [View] button. 3. Press the [Manage] button. 4. Select result(s) and press the [Delete] to delete result(s). Manage results © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 32: 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 33: Declarations

    Declarations 7 Declarations © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 34 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 35 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 36: 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 37 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 38: Glossary

    Polarity: The matching of the transmit power of fiber optical networks. source. Not to be confused with LC signal, or TX, to the receive equipment, connector. or RX, at both ends of a fiber optic link. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.
  • Page 39 Refractive Index: Refers to the socket. Can only be connected to a measurement of a ray of light is bent TX: Abbreviation for Transmit. pinned end using a coupler. when passing from one medium into another. © 2019 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd.

  • Page 40: 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 41: 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 America 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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