Adapter Types; Switching Adapter Type; Cleaning The Universal Connector - Viavi 8100 V2 Series User Manual

Chapter 2 Getting started
Optical connectors and interchangeable adapters

Adapter types

Viavi offers 5 different adapters, all compatible with this connector, allowing the user to
switch from one adapter to another according to which fiber type he intends to work with.
Adapter types supplied are: FC, SC, DIN, ST and LC.
Figure 11 5 different types of adapters may be mounted on the universal connector
FC Adapter (EUFCAD)

Switching adapter type

In order to switch from an adapter to another, proceed as shown.
Figure 12 Removing and refitting an adapter

Cleaning the universal connector

Remove the adapter in order to access the ferrule and clean it using a cotton swab.
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DIN Adapter (EUDINAD)
LC Adapter (EULCAD)
Pull out in the direction of the
arrow in order to release the
adapter from the lug holes
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ST Adapter (EUSTAD)
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SC Adapter (EUSCAD)
To place an adapter, position
the handle as shown in order
to engage with the the lugs,
push hard and pull the handle
down