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Version: WireXpert4500_MPO_IT_EN_U_201702
© Copyright 2017 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd

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  • Page 1 User Manual Version: WireXpert4500_MPO_IT_EN_U_201702 © Copyright 2017 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd...
  • Page 2 Softing Singapore Pte Ltd Singapore Science Park 1 3 Science Park Drive Franklin, #03-09 Singapore 118223 http://itnetworks.softing.com + 65 6569 6019 + 65 6899 1016 asia-support.itnetworks@softing.com The latest version of this manual is available in the Softing download area at: http://itnetworks.softing.com.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Testing Guide for 12-channels MPO Testing ................22 Performing an AUTOTEST ................24 Understanding AUTOTEST ......................24 Managing test result(s) ......................25 Exporting test results into eXport PC Software ................ 27 Declarations ....................28 Appendix ...................... 32 Technical Support ..................35 © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents This page is left intentionally blank © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 5: 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 6: 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 7: Before You Start

    Single Mode Fiber (WX_AD_MM_MPO_KIT) Power Meter (LOCAL) Adapter Type A Test Cords MPO Cleaning Kit (WX_AD_MM_MPO_PWRMETER) (WX_AC_MM_MPO_TESTCORD) (WX_AC_MPO_CLEANING_KIT) Light Source (REMOTE) adapter Type A Reference Cords (WX_AD_MM_MPO_SOURCE) (WX_AC_MM_MPO_REFCORD_A) Type B Reference Cords (WX_AC_MM_MPO_REFCORD_B) Mating Couplers (WX_AC_MPO_ADAPTER_A) © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 8: System Requirements

     Windows Vista, 7, 8.x or 10 (32 bit or 64 bit)  Intel Core i3, 2.4Ghz and above  4 GB of RAM  200 MB of free space of installation  Microsoft .NET framework 4.0 © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • 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 WireXpert PC Software and Firmware CAUTION Saved test results and settings may be erased during upgrading. You are recommended to save all test results before upgrading the firmware. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • 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. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • 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. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • 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. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • 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. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • 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 3.2.2.2.3 Connector Select [Generic] connector. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 16 Press the [SETUP] button  System Settings  Settings  Device Settings  Device Type to set unit as a Local or Remote unit. Device will reboot to take effect. User Manuals Refer “User Manual – Copper Certification Testing” for more information on System Settings. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 17 Emits light for visual detection to MPO mode to perform using an external scope probe. of broken fiber location. single fiber Power Meter test. Requires: Local or Remote About – Displays worldwide contact information. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 18: Setting Reference

    POWER METER LIGHT SOURCE 4. Press the [TOOLS] button  Set Reference and press the [Ok] button to set reference. Reference cord type should be the same as the MPO cable to be tested. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 19 Setting Reference MPO Type A MPO Type B MPO Type C © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 20: Configuring An Autotest

    Create site b. Operator – Create or select an Operator Operator Select Unspecified Create site c. Label Source – Select cable labeling scheme. Load labels from USB flash drive if using List Based Testing (LBT). © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 21 Auto save 2. Press the [SETUP] button  Test Settings a. Test Limit – Select a test limit 40Gbase-SR4 100Gbase-SR10 b. Channel Selector – Select Channel(s) of cable where loss limit will be applied © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 22: Testing Guide For 12-Channels Mpo Testing

    Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit. MPO trunk pinned pinned Test Cord Test Cord under test unpinned unpinned LOCAL REMOTE POWER METER LIGHT SOURCE 2. Toggle the light transmission by pressing the on the REMOTE unit. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 23 3. Press the [AUTOTEST] button on the LOCAL unit to begin Autotest. CAUTION Always use a coupler when mating a pinned and unpinned connector. Mating two pinned connectors with a coupler will damage the pins. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 24: Performing An Autotest

    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. Type A MPO cable Type B MPO cable Type C MPO cable © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 25: 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  Project Settings  Label Source) when AUTOTEST is completed. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 26 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 © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 27: 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. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 28: Declarations

    Declarations 7 Declarations © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 29 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 30 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. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 32: 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 © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 33 Local and Remote units. format for fiber testing. SM/MM fiber with the inspection scope. [Transmit ON/OFF] – Toggles between enabling and disabling of light source on the Remote unit. © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...
  • Page 34 User Guide – Installing eXport PC Software Quick Start Guide – Copper Certification Testing Quick Start Guide – Fiber Certification Testing Quick Start Guide – Encircled Flux Compliant Multimode Fiber Certification Testing Quick Start Guide – MPO Certification Testing © Copyright 2017 Softing IT Networks...

  • Page 35: Technical Support

    Technical Support 9 Technical Support Softing’s global presence ensures our customers receives sales and technical support anywhere around the world. For more information : http://itnetworks.softing.com The America Softing Inc. 7209 Chapman Highway Knoxville, TN 37920 Phone: +1 865 251 5252 E-mail: sales@softing.us...

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