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Optical Wavelength Laboratories
OPERATIONS GUIDE
FIBER OWL 7+
FIBER OPTIC LINK CERTIFIERS
Revision 1.0d
Optical Wavelength Laboratories (OWL)
N9623 West US Hwy 12
OWL-INC.COM
Whitewater, WI 53190
Phone: 262-473-0643
Internet: OWL-INC.COM

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  • Page 1 Optical Wavelength Laboratories OPERATIONS GUIDE FIBER OWL 7+ FIBER OPTIC LINK CERTIFIERS Revision 1.0d Optical Wavelength Laboratories (OWL) N9623 West US Hwy 12 OWL-INC.COM Whitewater, WI 53190 Phone: 262-473-0643 Internet: OWL-INC.COM...
  • Page 2 WARNING!!! HANDLE WITH EXTREME CARE! This device contains expensive, extremely fragile optical fibers, lasers, and photodiodes. This device is highly susceptible damage from impact – avoid dropping this device. DO NOT OPEN THIS UNIT! CRITICAL DAMAGE POINT Fiber crush point near enclosure's edge.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Before You Begin About This Manual Fiber OWL 7+ Certification Power Meter General Features Fiber OWL 7+ Certification Power Meter Specifications WaveSource Pro Fiber Optic Light Source General Features WaveSource Pro Fiber Optic Light Source Specifications...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS LINK WIZARD Overview Step 1: Gather Link Information Link Planning Worksheet Step 2: Gather Accessories Step 3: Enter Link Information Step 4: Setting the Reference LOSS MODE Overview Verify Reference Levels Take Readings CERT MODE Overview Take Units to Their Assigned Locations Enter the Link Length Take Readings and Store Test Results...
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION/MAINTENANCE, cont. Utilities Menu Set System Clock Set APD Bias Format Data Flash Factory Reset OTDR Menu OTDR Setup Events Setup Set Backscatter Coefficient Custom Standard Universal Port Cleaning the Detector Port Cleaning the OTDR/VFL Port APPENDICES Warranty Information Contact Information...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN All personnel testing optical fibers should be adequately trained in the field of fiber optics before using any fiber optic test equipment. If the user is not completely familiar with testing fiber optics, they should seek competent training. Such training can be acquired from a variety of sources, such as local hands-on training classes.

  • Page 7: Fiber Owl 7+ Certification Power Meter General Features

    FIBER OWL 7+ SERIES CERTIFICATION POWER METER (MODEL #s: FO7+M; FO7+S) GENERAL FEATURES OTDR - optical time domain reflectometer: options include multimode only or singlemode only. Connector port accepts LC connectors. OPM - optical power meter; connector port accepts any 2.5mm ferrule connectors (such as SC, ST, and FC), and 1.25mm ferrule connectors (such as LC).

  • Page 8: Wavesource Pro Fiber Optic Light Source General Features

    WAVESOURCE PRO SERIES FIBER OPTIC LIGHT SOURCE (MODEL #s: WPMX; WPSX; WPMS) GENERAL FEATURES Light Source Port (left) - WPMX and WPMS (multimode 850/1300); WPSX (singlemode 1310/1550); port accepts SC connectors USB - downloads stored data to a PC using the supplied USB download cable. Also used for charging re-chargeable batteries (not included).

  • Page 9: Description

    DESCRIPTION Fiber OWL 7+ certification test kits include a Tier 2 certification meter and light source that enable fiber optic professionals to perform a wide range of tests, from basic optical power/loss measurement all the way up to full-featured Tier 2 certification (PASS/FAIL and OTDR trace results) for their clients.

  • Page 10: Checking Patch Cables

    APPLICATIONS, cont. Checking patch cables (OPM MODE). As an optical power meter (OPM), the Fiber OWL 7+ is also useful for performing a quick check of patch cables, to ensure that the patch cables are okay to use for testing (when connected to the output of the NIST calibrated light source).

  • Page 11: Attenuation (Optical Loss) Measurements

    Tier 2 certification combines traditional certification test results (i.e. Tier 1) with OTDR test results. The Fiber OWL 7+ includes a test mode called FULL mode that guides the user through the Tier 2 certification process – first, all fibers are tested with the OTDR, then certification results are added once all the OTDR traces have been taken.

  • Page 12: Precautions

    Fiber OWL 7+ or WaveSource Pro as this may damage the angled ferrule on the APC connector. PRODUCT LABEL On the back of each unit included with Fiber OWL 7+ series fiber link certifiers are labels similar to the one shown below containing model number, serial number, power requirements, and special cautionary information.

  • Page 13: What Do You Want To Do

    INTRODUCTION WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO? Below is a list of the available operations in the Fiber OWL 7+, and the test mode to use for those operations: Operation Section Measure the output of active equipment transmitters OPM MODE...

  • Page 14: Opm Mode

    Optical power is an absolute measurement of the amount of light intensity; i.e. “brightness”, and is one of the most basic tests performed by an optical power meter (OPM). The Fiber OWL 7+ contains a basic OPM MODE for this purpose.

  • Page 15: Accessing Opm Mode

    TEST PROCEDURES OPM MODE ACCESSING OPM MODE Power on the Fiber OWL 7+. Press to POWER METER, then Or, if meter is already powered on, press continue. MENU. STARTUP MENU CERTIFICATION MENU POWER METER SIMPLE OTDR SETUP MENU HELP TOPICS...

  • Page 16: Transmitter Output Power Measurement

    Measure the output power directly from network transmission equipment to determine if the equipment is transmitting within manufacturer output power specifications. Connect the Fiber OWL 7+ to the transmitter (TX) Press WAVE until the meter is set to the same port of the transmission equipment (e.g.

  • Page 17: Receiver Sensitivity Measurement

    TX RX 1310nm WAVE: 1310 Connect the patch cable to the OPM port on the ENTER WAVE Fiber OWL 7+. Set the meter to dBm mode, and also the same wavelength as the transmitter. TX RX TX RX 1310nm -14.72 WAVE: 1310 View displayed receiver sensitivity power level.

  • Page 18: Patch Cable Verification

    If patch cable measurements are within specifications, the user has verified that: 1) the patch cable is good; and 2) the units are measuring within their calibration levels. Connect the patch cable to be tested between the OPM port on the Fiber OWL 7+, and the appropriate source port on the WaveSource Pro.

  • Page 19: Optical Loss Measurement

    TEST PROCEDURES OPM MODE OPTICAL LOSS MEASUREMENT Measure the attenuation, or loss, of optical fiber links. Power ON the Fiber OWL 7+. – Power ON the Fiber OWL 7+ STARTUP MENU CERTIFICATION MENU – Select POWER METER SIMPLE OTDR SETUP MENU...
  • Page 20 Do you wish to do it now? PORT WaveSource Pro Optical Source Connect the appropriate reference cables between the Fiber OWL 7+ and WaveSource Pro. Press any key to proceed. AUTO Using your test reference cables, please connect the meter and source as shown and press any key to proceed.
  • Page 21 TEST PROCEDURES OPM MODE OPTICAL LOSS MEASUREMENT, cont. Set up the WaveSource Pro. – Power ON the The source is now set WaveSource Pro. to AUTO mode. SOURCE REFERENCE POWER Wavelength Power Typical – change port – acquire TEST PORT (if necessary) Set source to AUTO or 1310nm reference values...
  • Page 22 TEST PROCEDURES OPM MODE OPTICAL LOSS MEASUREMENT, cont. Measure the attenuation, or loss, of optical fiber links. The Fiber OWL 7+ and WaveSource Pro are now ready to take measurements. Avoid disconnecting the – start testing reference cable from the light source port.

  • Page 23: Otdr Mode

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OVERVIEW All personnel testing optical fibers should be adequately trained in the field of fiber optics before using any fiber optic test equipment. If the user is not completely familiar with testing fiber optics, they should seek competent training. Such training can be acquired from a variety of sources, such as local hands-on training classes or online courses.

  • Page 24: Description

    The Fiber OWL 7+ is truly a hand-held unit, being one of the smallest OTDR devices on the market today – easily able to fit into a shirt pocket –...

  • Page 25: Otdr Display

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR DISPLAY Fiber ID – name of the currently loaded fiber trace OTDR Test Mode – shows which test mode the OTDR is in – AUTO, USER, SEMI, or FILT Fiber # AUTO VFL Indicator – shows the current VFL mode: blank = OFF;...

  • Page 26: Key Otdr Trace Parameters

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE KEY OTDR TRACE PARAMETERS WAVELENGTH – range of values: Multimode: 850, 1300, BOTH; Singlemode: 1310nm, 1550nm, BOTH. Allows the user to select one or two wavelength(s) used for testing. Wavelength selection only applies to dual- wavelength OTDR.

  • Page 27: Setting Test Parameters

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE SETTING TEST PARAMETERS SET WAVELENGTH AUTO Wave: 1550nm When using a dual-wavelength OTDR, traces can be run at either one or two wavelengths. To set the trace wavelength(s), press from the trace screen until the button appears.

  • Page 28: Starting An Otdr Trace

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE STARTING AN OTDR TRACE Once the OTDR parameters have been set, an OTDR trace can be run. TESTING starts an OTDR trace based upon the current OTDR TEST parameters During the OTDR test (as shown at right): the ABORT soft-key appears (used to abort an OTDR trace) all soft-keys are disabled a bar graph appears at the top of the screen showing the progress...

  • Page 29: Trace Analysis

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE TRACE ANALYSIS This section will provide a basic overview about how to analyze an OTDR trace, and will cover the different types of information that can be gathered from an OTDR trace, including: – event location; –...

  • Page 30: Fiber Length Measurement/Link Loss

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE FIBER LENGTH MEASUREMENT/LINK LOSS By placing the cursors at the beginning and ending points of the fiber trace, the distance Fiber # AUTO between the cursors will show a close approximation of the total length of the optical fiber link, as well as a close approximation of the total fiber link loss.

  • Page 31: Reflectance Measurement

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE REFLECTANCE MEASUREMENT The reflectance of a specific event can be determined by placing the cursors on either side Fiber # AUTO of an event. The OTDR will show the reflectance in dB of the highest reflective event between the cursors.

  • Page 32: Stored Readings

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE STORED READINGS 1550nm AUTO Fiber # sets the Function Options Menu to allow access to Data Storage and Setup Menu options. The following soft-keys apply to data storage functions. SAVE SAVING A TRACE LOAD LOADING A PREVIOUSLY STORED TRACE 6086m RFL dB...

  • Page 33: Loading A Previously Stored Trace

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE LOADING A PREVIOUSLY STORED TRACE Previously stored traces can be loaded from memory for later on-screen analysis. STORED TRACES Trace Name Date Time The STORED TRACE menu may be accessed from the Function Options menu on the SM-BB-F1-F2:1 10/05/09 04:16PM...

  • Page 34: Otdr-Related Menu Options

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE OTDR-RELATED MENU OPTIONS OTDR-related menu options are located in the SETUP MENU: SETUP MENU CONFIGURE OPTIONS To access the SETUP MENU: press SETUP MENU USER INFORMATION MENU DISPLAY OPTIONS POWER OPTIONS OTDR-RELATED MENU OPTIONS UTILITIES MENU OTDR MENU The OTDR MENU contains OTDR-related settings:...

  • Page 35: Events Setup

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE EVENTS SETUP From the SETUP MENU, highlight EVENTS SETUP, then press OTDR CONFIGURATION REFLECTIVE EVENT THRESHOLD REFLECTIVE EVENT THRESHOLD This sets the minimum event threshold in dB for reflective events. Events LOSS EVENT 3.25 must have this much reflectivity before they are marked in the event table.

  • Page 36: Live Mode Operation

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE LIVE MODE OPERATION LIVE MODE is an advanced feature that periodically updates the OTDR screen while the TRACE OPTIONS OTDR is taking a trace, in order to view events as they happen in real-time. LIVE CAPTURE MODE LIVE MODE OPERATION...

  • Page 37: Manually Setting End Of Fiber (Eof) Marker

    TEST PROCEDURES OTDR MODE OTDR MODE MANUALLY SETTING END OF FIBER (EOF) MARKER orange Fiber # AUTO The OTDR marks the perceived end-of-fiber event with an dotted line. However, in certain cases, the “end-of-fiber” event may be mis-marked due to factors such as echoes that occur in the noise area of the trace.

  • Page 38: Link Wizard

    OVERVIEW LINK WIZARD The Fiber OWL 7+ has several test modes that provide users with varying levels of test results, including: Basic optical loss (with data storage function; shows optical loss only) Fiber link certification (Tier 1 certification; shows optical loss along with PASS / FAIL results)

  • Page 39: Step 1: Gather Link Information

    HQ WEST LOCATION – Building or general area where the fiber link is located METER/MASTER END ‘M’ METER END – End of the fiber link where the Fiber OWL 7+ will be used SOURCE/REMOTE END ‘R’ WA10 SOURCE END – End of the fiber link where the WaveSource Pro will be used...

  • Page 40: Link Planning Worksheet

    LINK PLANNING WORKSHEET PROJECT LOCATION (14 characters) (14 characters) METER END SOURCE END (14 characters) (14 characters) STANDARD TEST MODE EIA/TIA 568C.3 TIA 568.3-D LOSS loss measurement only 1G-SX / LX 10G-S CERT loss measurement w/PASS-FAIL 10G-LX4 10G-L/E FULL CERT + OTDR 40G-S/LR4 100G-S/LR10 FTTH A/B/C...

  • Page 41: Step 2: Gather Accessories

    TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 2: GATHER ACCESSORIES CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST (OPM) TEST CABLE (2) MATING SLEEVE REFERENCE CABLE (1) SINGLEMODE CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST mandrel 0.7” TEST CABLE (2) MATING SLEEVE REFERENCE CABLE (1) (OPM) NOTE: EF cable only required when...

  • Page 42: Step 3: Enter Link Information

    TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 3: ENTER LINK INFORMATION Power on the Fiber OWL 7+. AUTO PORT WaveSource Pro Optical Source Press to access the CERTIFICATION MENU. STARTUP MENU CERTIFICATION MENU POWER METER SIMPLE OTDR SETUP MENU HELP TOPICS BACK...
  • Page 43 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 3: ENTER LINK INFORMATION, cont. CERTIFICATION MENU to CREATE NEW LINK, to start the LINK WIZARD CERTIFICATION MENU RESUME TESTING CREATE NEW LINK LOAD STORED LINK EXIT BACK SELECT AUTO Start the new link wizard PORT WaveSource Pro Optical Source...
  • Page 44 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 3: ENTER LINK INFORMATION, cont. FIBER LOSS TEST to navigate the entry fields, and to select the appropriate setting. Press to continue. NEXT FIBER LOSS TEST STANDARD EIA/TIA 568C.3 LOSS mode ignores Note: In LOSS mode the selected standard is ignored and no the selected STANDARD.
  • Page 45 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 3: ENTER LINK INFORMATION, cont. ENCIRCLED FLUX (only appears if a multimode fiber type was selected) Select if Encircled Flux compliance is being used; if not, select NOTE: EF compliance is required for TIA-568-3.D; otherwise, EF compliance is optional Encircled Flux Mode Controller Cable Controlling the output from a...
  • Page 46 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 3: ENTER LINK INFORMATION, cont. Review the LINK INFORMATION. If the information is correct, to continue. SAVE LINK INFORMATION Project: ACME CORP Location: HQ WEST Meter End: Source End: WA10 Test Mode: LOSS Standard: EIA/TIA 568C.3 Fiber Type: Indoor SM Connections:...

  • Page 47: Step 4: Setting The Reference

    TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 4: SETTING THE REFERENCE Connect the appropriate reference cable(s) as shown on the Fiber OWL 7+, then press any key to continue. The diagram will vary based on which reference method and fiber type that was chosen during the LINK WIZARD.
  • Page 48 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 4: SETTING THE REFERENCE, cont. Once the WaveSource Pro is set to AUTO mode, press on the Fiber OWL 7+ to TEST set the SOURCE REFERENCE POWER. SOURCE REFERENCE POWER Wavelength Power Typical Set source to AUTO or 1310nm...
  • Page 49 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 4: SETTING THE REFERENCE, cont. This slide explains testing the additional test cable. Press to continue. Checking additional test cable (dotted line) The additional test cable is used to connect the optical power meter to the link under test, but is not used for setting a reference.
  • Page 50 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 4: SETTING THE REFERENCE, cont. Press to check the loss of the additional cable. TEST REFERENCE CABLE LOSS Wavelength Maximum Set source to AUTO or 1310nm You will need to set a source power reference for each wavelength that you are testing.
  • Page 51 TEST PROCEDURES LINK WIZARD STEP 4: SETTING THE REFERENCE, cont. The testers are now ready to take measurements. Press on the meter to review the reference levels, and begin testing the fiber link at this time. SIDE A SIDE B AUTO Do you wish to start testing this fiber link now?

  • Page 52: Loss Mode

    The Fiber OWL 7+ includes a LOSS MODE that measures the end-to-end loss of fiber links, and then stores the test results in the meter. These data can then be downloaded to a PC for later retrieval and report printing.

  • Page 53: Verify Reference Levels

    TEST PROCEDURES LOSS MODE VERIFY REFERENCE LEVELS THIS IS A CONTINUATION FROM WHERE THE LINK WIZARD LEFT OFF Review the testing screen. The REL reference values should be very close to 0.00 dB. This confirms the references were set correctly, and that AUTO mode is functioning properly. FIBER#1 LOSS ACME / HQ...

  • Page 54: Take Readings

    TEST PROCEDURES LOSS MODE TAKE READINGS After a few seconds, test results for both wavelengths will appear on the screen. TEST RESULTS BLACK NORMAL BLUE INVALID OPERATING MARGIN (indicates invalid “negative loss” test condition; re-set the reference) FIBER#1 LOSS ACME CORP / HQ WEST M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3 1310nm -0.24...

  • Page 55: Cert Mode

    In addition, link certification is required by cabling system manufacturers when issuing long-term cabling system warranties. The Fiber OWL 7+ includes a CERT MODE that certifies fiber links against a myriad of national and international cabling standards, such as the TIA-568. Stored data is downloaded to a PC for later retrieval and report printing.

  • Page 56: Take Units To Their Assigned Locations

    TEST PROCEDURES CERT MODE TAKE UNITS TO THEIR ASSIGNED LOCATIONS THIS IS A CONTINUATION FROM WHERE THE LINK WIZARD LEFT OFF Review the testing screen. The REL reference values should be very close to 0.00 dB. This confirms the references were set correctly, and that AUTO mode is functioning properly. FIBER#1 CERT ACME CORP / HQ WEST...

  • Page 57: Enter The Link Length

    TEST PROCEDURES CERT MODE ENTER THE LINK LENGTH On the meter, press . Enter the length in meters using the keypad that appears, LENGTH then press DONE NOTE: to convert feet to meters, use the conversion factor of 3.28 feet per meter. Enter fiber length in meters: ABCDEFGHIJKLM NOPQRSTUVWXYZ...

  • Page 58: Take Readings And Store Test Results

    TEST PROCEDURES CERT MODE TAKE READINGS AND STORE TEST RESULTS Connect the meter and source into the first fiber in the link under test as shown, then press TEST After a few seconds, the test reading(s) will appear on the screen. TEST RESULTS GREEN PASS...

  • Page 59: Full Mode

    TEST PROCEDURES FULL MODE OVERVIEW FULL MODE (A.K.A. “TIER 2 CERTIFICATION”) After a fiber cable has been installed and terminated, optical loss measurements can be compared to industry cabling standards to ensure the quality of a fiber link. This process is called certification and shows the user a PASS or FAIL reading based the comparison of loss readings to cabling standard requirements.

  • Page 60: Process Flow

    TEST PROCEDURES FULL MODE PROCESS FLOW Since FULL mode integrates two key types of fiber measurements – OTDR and PASS/FAIL – it is important to follow a specific process in order to ensure the PASS/FAIL results associate with their corresponding OTDR results.

  • Page 61: Take Units To Their Assigned Locations

    TEST PROCEDURES FULL MODE TAKE UNITS TO THEIR ASSIGNED LOCATIONS THIS IS A CONTINUATION FROM WHERE THE LINK WIZARD LEFT OFF The screen should automatically advance to the OTDR screen. NOTE: any OTDR trace on the screen would have been stored from a previous test. Fiber # AUTO AUTO...

  • Page 62: Otdr Measurements

    TEST PROCEDURES FULL MODE OTDR MEASUREMENTS Take both units to their respective locations, according to the link setup. Fiber # AUTO 1550nm AUTO 6086m RFL dB 20226m 14140 2.43 -81.00 24718m 3.34 ENTER CURSOR LOCK ZOOM TEST PORT WaveSource Pro Optical Source Using an appropriate OTDR launch cable, connect the OTDR port to the first fiber to test.
  • Page 63 TEST PROCEDURES FULL MODE OTDR MEASUREMENTS Press to begin the OTDR trace. Test duration may vary based on settings and the link length. TEST Fiber # AUTO 1550nm AUTO 6086m RFL dB 20226m 14140 2.43 -81.00 24718m 3.34 ENTER CURSOR LOCK ZOOM TEST...

  • Page 64: Take Readings And Store Test Results

    TEST PROCEDURES FULL MODE TAKE READINGS AND STORE TEST RESULTS DO NOT PROCEED TO THIS STEP UNTIL ALL FIBERS HAVE BEEN OTDR TESTED Connect the meter and source into the first fiber in the link under test as shown, then press TEST The meter will show the fiber length from the associated OTDR result.

  • Page 65: Creating A Tri-Report

    TIA-568 and various levels of Ethernet. When used with a corresponding light source, Fiber OWL 7+ certifiers allow users to certify multimode and/or singlemode optical fiber links.

  • Page 66: Gathering Test Data

    – capturing endface images in either .JPG or .BMP format, and – downloading the images to a PC. NOTE: Videoscopes are available for purchase from OWL, but any vendor’s videoscope can be used. HELPFUL TIPS TO STAY ORGANIZED –...

  • Page 67: Using Owlview Software

    Once installed, OWLView software can be launched either from the desktop shortcut, or through the OWLView shortcut located in START > OWL > OWLVIEW. DOWNLOAD TEST RESULTS Connect the Fiber OWL 7+ power meter via the supplied USB cable, and power on the device. Click “Download Trace(s) / Run(s) from Device” to initiate the download.

  • Page 68: Summary View

    TEST PROCEDURES CREATING A TRI-REPORT USING OWLVIEW SOFTWARE A list of jobs (projects) stored in the device will appear. Select the job(s) to download, then click “Download”. In this example, the job called ACME FULL will be selected. SUMMARY VIEW The job initially is displayed in Summary view, which displays basic PASS / FAIL results.

  • Page 69: Detail View

    TEST PROCEDURES CREATING A TRI-REPORT USING OWLVIEW SOFTWARE DETAIL VIEW Click the Detail tab to switch to Detail View. Detail View shows detailed information about the link test results, including key information such as link budget information, dB loss readings, and overhead. FULL MODE tests will automatically load associated OTDR traces (shown here in this example).

  • Page 70: Import Endface Images

    TEST PROCEDURES CREATING A TRI-REPORT USING OWLVIEW SOFTWARE IMPORT ENDFACE IMAGES To import endface images, click “Import End Face” next to the OTDR trace. Browse to the folder where the endface images are stored, click the image to import, then click “Open”.

  • Page 71: Analyze Endface Images

    ANALYZE ENDFACE IMAGES To analyze the endface image, click “Analyze End Face” next to the OTDR trace. NOTE: the Fiber OWL 7+ must be connected and powered on to enable endface analysis. During endface analysis, a message box will appear.
  • Page 72 TEST PROCEDURES CREATING A TRI-REPORT USING OWLVIEW SOFTWARE ANALYZE ENDFACE IMAGES Once endface analysis is complete, information will appear about the quality of the endface based on the IEC- 61300-3-35 endface analysis standard definition of defects and scratches. PASS non-fail defect fail defects FAIL...

  • Page 73: Printing A Report

    TEST PROCEDURES CREATING A TRI-REPORT USING OWLVIEW SOFTWARE PRINTING A REPORT The software allows users to print SUMMARY or DETAIL test results to a hard-copy printer, PDF file, or a print preview. SUMMARY DETAIL TRI-REPORT...

  • Page 74: Operation/Maintenance

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE STARTUP MENU The STARTUP MENU appears when the meter is powered on, or when the MENU button is pressed. STARTUP MENU CERTIFICATION MENU CERTIFICATION MENU POWER METER SIMPLE OTDR RESUME TESTING Resume testing the current project SETUP MENU CREATE NEW LINK Create a new project HELP TOPICS LOAD STORED LINK...

  • Page 75: Working With Stored Links

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE OPERATION/MAINTENANCE WORKING WITH STORED LINKS STORED LINKS link selection cursor JOB / SITE / FIBER ACME / HQ GREEN currently loaded link ER - MC ACME CERT / HQ context-sensitive help topics ER - MC ACME FULL / HQ project / location scroll through list of stored links ER - MC...

  • Page 76: Stored Traces List

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE STORED TRACES LIST STORED RUNS view list of stored traces TRACES Date Time FBR:1 03/27/18 11:02AM FBR:2 03/27/18 11:03AM FBR:3 03/27/18 11:03AM Trace data includes run name, and date and time of test FBR:4 03/27/18 11:04AM FBR:5 03/27/18 11:04AM FBR:6 03/27/18 11:05AM...

  • Page 77: Setup Menu

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE SETUP MENU From any test results screen on the MASTER, press the MENU button to access the MAIN MENU. SETUP MENU CONFIGURE OPTIONS From the MAIN MENU, select SETUP MENU. USER INFORMATION DISPLAY OPTIONS CONFIGURE OPTIONS Miscellaneous functions POWER OPTIONS UTILITIES MENU USER INFORMATION Enter users name and phone number...

  • Page 78: Display Options

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE SETUP MENU DISPLAY OPTIONS DISPLAY OPTIONS – set options for the user interface such as display dimness and brightness DISPLAY OPTIONS levels, internal speaker operation, and OTDR trace clipping. FLIP MODE MODE display orientation DIMNESS Options: PORTRAIT / LANDSCAPE / FLIP DIMNESS BRIGHTNESS dimness level during power saving mode...

  • Page 79: Utilities Menu

    SETTING APD BIAS VOLTAGE Sets a baseline voltage for the OTDR avalanche photodiode. BIAS VOLTAGE % : 72 XXXX Under normal operation the voltage percentage should count up to 70-80%. If it does not, contact OWL technical support for more information.

  • Page 80: Format Data Flash

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE UTILITIES MENU FORMAT DATA FLASH FORMAT DATA FLASH – format the data storage memory. *WARNING* NOTE: formatting the data flash will erase all stored data, and the data will be unrecoverable. This will erase all stored OTDR traces and Proceed with format fiber loss data.

  • Page 81: Otdr Menu

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE OTDR MENU From any test results screen on the meter, press the MENU button to access the MAIN MENU. OTDR MENU OTDR SETUP From the MAIN MENU, select SETUP MENU, then select OTDR MENU. EVENTS SETUP SET BACKSCATTER COEFF. OTDR SETUP configure OTDR operating parameters EVENTS SETUP...

  • Page 82: Events Setup

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE OTDR MENU EVENTS SETUP EVENT CONFIGURATION – configure OTDR event parameters EVENT CONFIGURATION REFLECTIVE EVENT THRESHOLD REFLECTIVE Sets the minimum event threshold in dB for reflective EVENT THRESHOLD events. Events must have this much reflectivity before they LOSS EVENT 0.05 THRESHOLD are marked in the event table.

  • Page 83: Custom Standard

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE SETUP MENU CUSTOM STANDARD CUSTOM STANDARD -- configure a custom standard with user-definable standard parameters. Parameters are set for each fiber type. FIBER TYPE Options: SET CUSTOM STANDARD Multimode fiber types 62.5um OM1 / 50.0um OM2 / 50.0um OM3 / 50.0um OM4 / Singlemode fiber types Indoor SM / Outdoor SM FIBER TYPE...

  • Page 84: Universal Port

    UNIVERSAL PORT Universal Port The Fiber OWL 7+ optical power meter contains a universal connector port which allows for coupling to any fiber optic connector that uses a 2.5mm ferrule (e.g. ST, SC, FC, etc.). What gives this port its flexibility is that only the ferrule is inserted into the port. Since there is no latching mechanism to speak of, any 2.5mm ferrule connector can be inserted into the same port without having to swap adapter ports.

  • Page 85: Cleaning The Detector Port

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE DETECTOR PORT Required accessories: A) Isopropyl Alcohol (91% or better) B) Round wooden toothpick with sharp point (NOTE: do not use a metal pin or needle since metal will scratch the surface of the detector) C) Cotton swab D) Jeweler’s loupe (10x magnification recommended) E) Compressed Air (not shown) Place a small amount of cotton from the swab onto the wooden...

  • Page 86: Cleaning The Otdr/Vfl Port

    OPERATION/MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE OTDR/VFL PORT This cleaning procedure applies to the OTDR/VFL port on the Fiber OWL 7+ optical power meter. For more information about cleaning the DETECTOR port on the Fiber OWL 7+, see CLEANING THE DETECTOR PORT. Required Accessories: Isopropyl alcohol (91% or better) In-adapter fiber optic cleaning accessories, such as 2.5mm cleaning swabs or 2.5mm HUXCleaner™...

  • Page 87: Appendices

    Repair. Repair of this unit by unauthorized personnel is prohibited, and will void any warranty associated with the unit. Cleaning. For accurate readings, the optical connectors on the Fiber OWL 7 and the connectors on the patch cords should be cleaned prior to attaching them to each other.

  • Page 88: Supported Cabling Standards

    10-GIGABIT ETHERNET STANDARD Support for the IEEE 802.3ae 10-Gigabit Ethernet standard is part of the list of standards for Fiber OWL 7 series testers. With this new standard, users are given the option of choosing from one of several versions of this standard, based on the fiber type, wavelength, and 10GbE electronics used.

  • Page 89: Updating Firmware

    APPENDICES UPDATING FIRMWARE The firmware in Fiber OWL 7+ series devices can be updated on any computer that has OWLView software installed. To update the firmware: Save the firmware file to the PC Connect the device to the computer via the supplied USB cable...

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