Viavi 8100 V2 Series User Manual page 518

Chapter 17 Fiber Characterization
Fiber Characterization Automated Test Sequence using the Link Characterization Script
b
c
Upon completion of PMD test, instruct user at far end to press AP mode of opera-
tion on light source.
d
Upon completion of AP test, instruct user at far end to press CD mode of opera-
tion on light source.
e
Upon completion of CD test, Result screen appears.
3 If more fibers are to be tested press Yes and fiber number automatically incre-
ments.
If no more fiber is to be tested press No and a summary of the results is visible.
4 Press soft key Exit to exit the link characterization script.
To see details of the tests, press R
of the on-screen.
Fiber Characterization with datalink
Once the referencing measurements have been done, a fiber characterization can be
performed, in an automatic mode, using a T-BERD 8000 V2 at one end and a T-BERD/
MTS 6000A V2 at the other end.
Connecting the Optical Talkset and Datalink
1 Connect the optical talkset port of each mainframe (labeled "TS") using a spare
fiber.
2 When both units are connected, press H
3 Select the function to activate by touching with your finger or stylus.
4 Touch a second time to turn the icon yellow
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When asked to "CHECK PMD SOURCE", contact far end user to connect
OBS-550/500 light source. Turn light source on, ensure BB mode of opera-
tion, and set for PMD mode and press Activate. Red light will turn on indi-
cating source is active.
Press Yes to continue PMD test.
Press Yes to continue AP test.
Press Yes to continue CD test.
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