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Chapter 1 Getting started
Precautions related to optical connections
Precautions related to optical connections
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The normal operating life of an optical connector is usually of the order of a few
hundred matings.
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The proper operation of the instrument and its accuracy are dependent on the
cleanliness of the optical connectors as well as the care taken in its manipulation.
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The optical connectors must therefore be clean and dust-free. If the optical
connection is not being used, protect the connections of the module using the
protective caps.
Connecting fiber optic cable
Inspecting and cleaning connector end faces
Always inspect and clean the connector end face of the optical fiber
cable and the test port before mating both together.
VIAVI is not responsible for damage and reduced performance caused
by bad fiber handling and cleaning.
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Optical connector contamination is the #1 source of performance degradation
and test equipment repair
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A single particle mated into the core of a fiber can cause significant back reflec-
tion, insertion loss and equipment damage. Visual inspection is the only way to
determine if the fiber connectors are truly clean before mating them.
Follow this simple "INSPECT BEFORE YOU CONNECT" process to ensure fiber end
faces are clean prior to mating connectors.
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