Microscope Overview - Viavi SmartOTDR Mainframe User Manual

Chapter 6 Microscope application

Microscope Overview

Microscope Overview
A probe microscope enables verification that optical fiber connectors are sufficiently
defect-free and suitable for service.
The P5000i Digital Probe Microscope and the FiberChek Probe Microscope are portable
handheld microscopes used to view and inspect both the bulkhead (female) and patch
cord (male) sides of fiber optic connectors as well as other optical devices like trans-
ceivers.
The P5000i probe and the FiberChek probe require an FBPT inspection tip. An FBPP
barrel assembly may also be required depending upon the tip.
The P5000i probe is connected to the instrument with a USB-A connector.
The FiberChek is connected to the instrument with a micro-USB connector or via WIFI.
Figure 14 P5000i Probe components
Inspection tip
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Before using the P5000i scope, ensure that the Bluetooth option on the
host instrument has never been activated after starting the instrument.
If it has been activated, stop and restart the instrument before using
the P5000i probe.
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Quickcapture
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Instantly captures (and analyzes) fiber image
Focus Control
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3 Magnification Control
USB 2.0 connector
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6 FT COIL Cable
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