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  • Page 1 User Guide OTH-7000 OTH Remote Test Unit www.EXFO.com...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2021 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: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Regulatory Information ......................v 1 Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head ..........1 Main Features .........................1 Available Configurations ......................2 LED Indicators Description ......................4 Product Registration .......................6 Technical Specifications ......................6 Conventions ..........................7 2 Safety Information ..................9 Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit ..................11 Laser Safety Information .......................12...
  • Page 4 Gray Market and Gray Market Products ................62 Liability ..........................63 Exclusions ..........................63 Certification ..........................63 Service and Repairs .......................64 EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..................65 A Test Agent API .....................67 Accessing the API and Its Documentation ................67 Performing Current Tasks With the API .................67 Index .........................69...

  • Page 5: Regulatory Information

    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 6 The use of wireless products on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The use of wireless products in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital. Do not operate a portable transmitter near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment. OTH-7000...
  • Page 7 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 kept as far as possible from the user’s body.
  • Page 8 Regulatory Information European Declaration of Conformity Hereby, EXFO declares that the radio equipment type “OTH-7000” 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. viii...

  • Page 9: Introducing The Oth-7000 Optical Test Head

    Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head The OTH-7000 Optical Test Head is a remote test unit with an integrated OTDR and optical switch. You can use the OTH-7000 as a standalone unit (Test Agent mode) to perform ad-hoc OTDR tests or in conjunction with Nova Fiber Monitoring System (FMS).

  • Page 10: Available Configurations

    Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head Available Configurations Available Configurations Several configurations are available for the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head. Configuration Features AWAT-1 Remote test unit (RTU) with integrated OTDR One SC-APC output port AWAT-4 RTU with integrated OTDR and optical switch...
  • Page 11 Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head Available Configurations Front panel (16-port model shown) On/Off button LEDs SFP port and status LED ® Bluetooth communication activation Ethernet (RJ-45) button and status LED (reserved for future management port for local use) access (to connect a...

  • Page 12: Led Indicators Description

    Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head LED Indicators Description Back panel Holes for alternative installation of a grounding lug LED Indicators Description There are LED indicators located on the front panel of your unit, providing you with information about the power and system statuses.
  • Page 13 Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head LED Indicators Description Status Meaning Critical hardware error detected. The temperature of the room where the unit is located is critically too high or there could be a hardware malfunction. System Ensure that the temperature falls within the...

  • Page 14: Product Registration

    Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head Product Registration Product Registration You can register your new EXFO products online and benefit from every possible opportunity to optimize their performance. By doing so, you will always be notified of the latest software updates, key product enhancements and up-to-date support information related to your products.

  • Page 15: Conventions

    Introducing the OTH-7000 Optical Test Head 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 17: Safety Information

    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 18 Make sure to read them carefully when they apply to your situation. ARNING Use only the pluggable transceivers specified for your product and approved by EXFO. Refer to the technical specifications of your product for the list of approved transceivers and ordering codes. OTH-7000...

  • Page 19: Other Safety Symbols On Your Unit

    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 20: Laser Safety Information

    NE PAS EXPOSER LES UTILISATEURS DE DISPOSITIF OPTIQUE TÉLESCOPIQUE APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1M Wavelength: / Longueur d’onde : 1650 nm ± 10 nm Pulse width: / Largeur de l’impulsion : ≤ 20 μs Max. peak power: / Puissance crête maximum : ≤ 150 mW OTH-7000...

  • Page 21: Electrical Safety Information

    If you intend to connect your OTH-7000 to AC power, use only the listed and certified AC/DC 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 22 Measured in 0 °C to 31 °C (32 °F to 87.8 °F) range, decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F). Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage. Range: –38.5 - –70 V. AUTION The use of voltages higher than those indicated on the label affixed to your unit may damage the unit. OTH-7000...

  • Page 23: Getting Started With Your Unit

    Getting Started with Your Unit Preparing for Installation ARNING Your unit is designed to be installed in a limited access area, for example, Central Offices, Telecommunication Centers, computer rooms, wiring closet, Outside Plant/CELL-Site class 1, and similar type locations and in accordance with local codes. Only trained personnel can perform the unit installation and configuration tasks.

  • Page 24: Installing Your Unit In A Rack

    Failure to provide adequate clearance from hot surfaces may result in an excessive internal temperature, thus reducing the reliability of your OTH-7000 unit. Note: There is no need to leave an empty slot between units when you stack them one on top of the other inside a rack.
  • Page 25 MPORTANT The OTH-7000 is only half a unit high. To maximize the utilization of rack space in 19-inch racks, EXFO recommends to alternate the position of the brackets for each unit. The brackets should be placed with their rack screw holes at the bottom for the first unit, at the top for the second, at the bottom for the next unit, and so on (see illustrations hereafter).
  • Page 26 You can even invert position of the mounting bracket if necessary. Brackets in standard position - 19-inch racks Rack screw holes at the bottom Rack screw holes Rack screw holes at the top Brackets in standard position - ETSI racks OTH-7000...
  • Page 27 Getting Started with Your Unit Installing Your Unit in a Rack Brackets in inverted position - 19-inch racks Rack screw holes at the bottom Rack screw holes Rack screw holes at the top Brackets in inverted position - ETSI racks Optical Test Head...
  • Page 28 To ground your unit properly, you must ensure that there is a metal-to-metal contact between the rack and the mounting hardware. For this reason, EXFO recommends to use thread-forming screws, star (tooth) lock washers, or similar hardware that remove any paint or non-conductive coatings.

  • Page 29: Grounding Your Unit

    Getting Started with Your Unit Grounding Your Unit Grounding Your Unit To avoid the potential for an electrical shock hazard, you must reliably connect an earth grounding conductor to the unit. Note: The DC units are intended for installation with an isolated DC return (DC-I) and are to be installed in a Common Bonding Network (CBN) per GR-1089-CORE.

  • Page 30: Connecting Rtue-9120 External Switches To Your Unit

    Note: Once you have connected or disconnected an external switch, you need to update your test setup in FMS. You must first detach and reattach the corresponding OTH-7000 unit, and then select the desired switch and ports when applicable. For more information on how to attach or detach units, refer to the user documentation of FMS.

  • Page 31: Working With An Sfp Transceiver Module

    Getting Started with Your Unit Working With an SFP Transceiver Module Working With an SFP Transceiver Module You can connect an SFP transceiver module to your unit using the corresponding port located on the front of your unit. MPORTANT Ensure that your unit is off before inserting the SFP transceiver module.

  • Page 32: Connecting Your Unit To A Power Source

    To avoid fire hazards and ensure your safety, when you intend to connect your unit to DC power, always select a wire gauge according to the OTH-7000 unit’s ratings, cable length, and local electrical code. AUTION...
  • Page 33 Getting Started with Your Unit Connecting Your Unit to a Power Source To connect your unit to DC power: 1. Ensure all power is off or disconnected at the source. Note: A certified over-current protection, suitable for your particular setup, must be installed at the power secondary distribution.
  • Page 34 Unscrew the four screws (shown in gray) located at the top of the terminal block. 6. Pair the power leads with the appropriate power terminal for each of the feed, respecting the polarity as indicated on the terminal block. Second feed First feed OTH-7000...
  • Page 35 Getting Started with Your Unit Connecting Your Unit to a Power Source 7. Tighten the four screws located at the top of the terminal block to secure the wires in place. 8. Ensure that the terminal block is aligned properly with the bay containing the electrical connectors.
  • Page 36 3. If necessary, remove the block terminal (shown in gray below) as follows: 3a. Unscrew the two screws holding the terminal block in place. Screws 3b. When the terminal block is loose, gently pull it toward you to remove it, exposing the electrical connectors. OTH-7000...
  • Page 37 Getting Started with Your Unit Connecting Your Unit to a Power Source 4. Ensure that the connector of the AC/DC power adapter is aligned properly with the bay containing the electrical connectors. 5. Slide the connector of the AC/DC power adapter all the way into the bay until it stops.

  • Page 38: Turning On Your Unit

    Turning on Your Unit Turning on Your Unit Before you turn on the unit for the very first time, EXFO recommends that you read the safety and installation instructions, including how to connect the unit to AC or DC power.

  • Page 39: Turning Off Your Unit

    Getting Started with Your Unit Turning off Your Unit Turning off Your Unit Your unit will shut down when you press the power button. It will perform a complete restart routine the next time you use it. Note: Should the unit ever stop responding, you can force a hardware reset by pressing and holding down the on/off button for at least 10 seconds.
  • Page 40 Getting Started with Your Unit Turning off Your Unit 3. From the list, select Administration. 4. Click the Restart device or the Turn off device button, depending on the operation that you want to perform. OTH-7000...

  • Page 41: Working With Your Unit For The First Time

    Working With Your Unit for the First Time Working With Your Unit for the First Time By starting to use your unit, you implicitly agree to the EXFO and third-party EULAs related to your unit and instruments. You will need a computer (laptop) and a network cable to connect to your OTH-7000 unit.
  • Page 42 7. For security reasons, when the application prompts you, change the password. 8. From the Status page, ensure that the external switches (USB connection type) have been detected as expected. 9. Configure the network as follows: 9a. From the list, select Network. OTH-7000...
  • Page 43 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Your Unit for the First Time 9b. Set the IP address and various parameters as needed, and then click Apply to confirm. Note: You can access the SFP parameters by clicking the arrow next to the currently displayed adapter.
  • Page 44 10b.By default, the application sets the date and time values to those of the Web browser you are currently using, but you can change them as needed. You can set the date and time manually or use an NTP server. Click Apply to confirm. OTH-7000...
  • Page 45 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Your Unit for the First Time 11. Configure the list of trusted certificates as follows: 11a.From the list, select Certificates. 11b.Click Add to add a trusted certificate to the list. The certificate file that you provide must be in PEM format.
  • Page 46 Note: Refer to the Nova Fiber FMS Readme for the complete compatibility information. Depending on your testing needs, you may want to install a firmware version with which the OTH-7000 can be used either with FMS or as a standalone unit.
  • Page 47 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Your Unit for the First Time 12c. If there are updates available, click the Update button to start the process. The unit will restart automatically at the end. 12d.Wait for your unit to be ready (its (System) LED will be steady green), and then connect again to the Web application.
  • Page 48 Getting Started with Your Unit Working With Your Unit for the First Time 13b.Select Nova Fiber if you want to use your OTH-7000 with FMS. Select Test Agent to be able to use your unit as a standalone unit that can be remotely controlled with the provided API (see Test Agent API on page 67).
  • Page 49 (ex.: abc.fms.your_company.com). 14c. If your system is configured so that FMS requires the authentication of all OTH-7000 units, click Request device certificate. If FMS does not require the authentication of the OTH-7000 units, go directly to step 14e. Optical Test Head...
  • Page 50 “Not configured” to “Connecting” to “Established”. If any connection problem occurs, the application will display “Connecting” along with the last error, and the OTH-7000 will periodically try to reconnect to the FMS server. Note: If you need to detach your unit from the link, you can click Disconnect. At this point, since there are no monitoring data acquired so far, no data can be lost.
  • Page 51 15. If you need to define a login banner, you can do so as follows: 15a.From the list, select Administration. 15b.Select the Enable banner check box. 15c. Enter the desired text, and then click Apply to confirm. Your OTH-7000 Optical Test Head unit is now configured properly. Optical Test Head...

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    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. Store unit at room temperature in a clean and dry area. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.

  • Page 54: Cleaning Sc Or Lc Connectors

    1. Insert the mechanical cleaner into the optical adapter, and push the outer shell into the cleaner. Note: The cleaner makes a clicking sound that indicates that the cleaning is done. 2. Verify connector surface with a fiber inspection probe (for example, EXFO’s FIP). OTH-7000...

  • Page 55: Upgrading The Firmware Manually

    Maintenance Upgrading the Firmware Manually Upgrading the Firmware Manually After a successful connection between FMS and your unit, FMS will provide the updates if your unit is running a compatible version. Refer to the Nova Fiber FMS Readme for the complete compatibility information. In all cases, your unit allows you to check for updates, download these updates and install them directly.
  • Page 56 The unit will restart automatically at the end. 8. Wait for your unit to be ready (its (System) LED will be steady green), and then connect again to the Web application. Note: The complete update operation may take a few minutes to complete. OTH-7000...

  • Page 57: Recalibrating The Unit

    Under normal use, the recommended interval for your OTH-7000 Optical Test Head is: three 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 58: Recycling And Disposal

    (three 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 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Before calling EXFO’s technical support, you may want to consider the following solutions to problems that could occur. Problem Possible Cause Solution My unit does not start. There is a problem related If your unit is connected to electrical power.

  • Page 60: Restoring Your Unit To Normal Operation

    DO NOT TURN OFF your unit while the recovery operation is underway. Doing so may severely damage your unit. Damaged units will need to be sent back to EXFO for repair. You can perform this operation from the Nova Fiber application or manually, especially if you cannot access the Nova Fiber application.
  • Page 61 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation To restore your unit to factory state with the Nova Fiber application: 1. Connect one end of a network cable to the management port of your unit and the other end to an Ethernet port on the computer. 2.
  • Page 62 LED becomes steady green. Note: The complete restoring process may take a few minutes to complete. 7. Configure your unit as you did when you first received it (see Working With Your Unit for the First Time on page 33). OTH-7000...
  • Page 63 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation To restore your unit to its factory state without the Nova Fiber application: 1. Turn off you unit. 2. Insert the end of an unbent paper clip into the tiny hole to access the reset button.

  • Page 64: Accessing The User Documentation

    You can access the user documentation in PDF format at all times from your unit. Note: The user guides of all products are also available from the My EXFO section of the EXFO Web site (www.exfo.com) for download in PDF format.

  • Page 65: Retrieving Logs

    OTH-7000 unit. The system log that provides special information that you can send to the technical support team at EXFO for further analysis. To retrieve logs: 1. Connect one end of a network cable to the management port of your unit and the other end to an Ethernet port on the computer.
  • Page 66 The Debug level should be used temporarily as it can slow down the system. EXFO recommends to set the level back to Warning once the debug operation is complete.

  • Page 67: Contacting The Technical Support Group

    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 69: Warranty

    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 70: Gray Market And Gray Market Products

    (hereafter unauthorized intermediary). EXFO considers that a product originates from the gray market (hereafter gray market product) in the following situations: A product is sold by an unauthorized intermediary.

  • Page 71: Liability

    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 72: Service And Repairs

    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 73: Exfo Service Centers Worldwide

    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. Optical Test Head...

  • Page 75: A Test Agent Api

    Test Agent API In Test Agent mode, you can configure and operate your unit using an API available on the LAN/WAN interface(s). A complete list of commands allowing you to remotely control your unit is available at all times. It details the commands with examples and appropriate syntax.
  • Page 76 You can also access the final test result, in Bellcore SOR format, with the otdr/tests/{testId}/result/sor endpoint. Troubleshooting The EXFO support team might ask for more detailed information should the system not behave as expected. You can configure the logging level and retrieve the system logs with the corresponding /logs endpoints.

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Index connecting external switch to unit ......22 multiple external switches...... 22 adapter..........13 unit to AC power ......24, 28 power ........21, 24, 28 unit to DC power ......24, 25 requirements ......... 14 controlling unit remotely ......67 accessing conventions, safety........
  • Page 78 ....52 service and repairs ........64 service centers ..........65 off LED ............4 installing ..........23 online help ..........56 LED ............5 orange LED............ 4 port and LED location ......3 OTH-7000, installing ........17 OTH-7000...
  • Page 79 Index shutdown mode.......... 31 single-fiber cleaner........46 warranty software, installing and upgrading ..... 47 certification..........63 specifications, product ........6 exclusions ..........63 storage requirements ........45 general........... 61 symbols, safety..........7 liability ........... 63 system LED ..........4, 5 null and void..........
  • Page 82 · info@EXFO.com CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 400 Godin Avenue Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 CANADA Tel.: 1 418 683-0211 · Fax: 1 418 683-2170 TOLL-FREE (USA and Canada) 1 800 663-3936 © 2021 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada (2021-11)

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