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  • Page 1 User Guide MAX-700...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2012 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 End-User License Agreement You have acquired a device ("DEVICE") that includes software licensed by EXFO Inc. (EXFO) from an affiliate of Microsoft Corporation ("MS"). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and "online" or electronic documentation ("SOFTWARE") are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties.
  • Page 4 SOFTWARE. To be valid, the label must be affixed to the DEVICE, or appear on [COMPANY's] software packaging. If you receive the label separately other than from EXFO, it is invalid. You should keep the label on the DEVICE or packaging to prove that you are licensed to use the SOFTWARE.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing or Upgrading the Applications ................28 Activating Software Options ....................33 Starting Instrument Applications ..................38 Timer ............................39 4 Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test ............41 Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) .................41 Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers ................42 Naming Trace Files Automatically ..................44 Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check ..............48...
  • Page 6 Enabling or Disabling File Name Confirmation ..............97 Selecting the Distance Units ....................99 Customizing the Acquisition Distance Range Values ............101 Customizing the Acquisition Time Values ................103 Enabling or Disabling the Touchscreen Keyboard ..............105 Displaying or Hiding the Optional Features ................106 MAX-700...
  • Page 7 Getting Reflectance ......................178 Getting Optical Return Loss (ORL) ..................179 11 Managing Trace Files from the OTDR Test Application ......181 Saving a Trace in a Different Format ...................181 OTDR Trace File Compatibility .....................182 Copying, Moving, Renaming, or Deleting Trace Files ............184 MAX-700...
  • Page 8 Connecting to a Wireless Network ..................266 Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter ..................271 Enabling or Disabling the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Devices ............276 Transferring Files with the USB Data Mover Application .............278 Using Your Unit as an FTP Server ..................284 viii MAX-700...
  • Page 9 Adding Exceptions to the Firewall ..................296 20 Maintenance ..................... 299 Cleaning EUI Connectors ....................300 Cleaning Detector Ports ......................302 Cleaning the Touchscreen of Your MAX-700 Unit ..............303 Recharging the Main Battery ....................303 Replacing Batteries ......................305 Verifying Your MAX-700 ......................309 Recalibrating the Unit ......................317 Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ..........317...
  • Page 10 Span End ...........................342 Short Fibers ........................342 Continuous Fiber .......................343 End of Analysis ........................344 Non-Reflective Event ......................345 Reflective Event .........................346 Positive Event ........................347 Launch Level ........................348 Fiber Section ........................349 Merged Event ........................350 Echo ..........................356 Reflective Event (Possible Echo) ..................357 Index .......................359 MAX-700...

  • Page 11: Certification 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 12 Tel.: +44 2380 246810 Equipment Type/Environment: Test & Measurement / Industrial Trade Name/Model No.: (Dedicated LAN/WAN/ACCESS/PON OTDRs) / MAX-700 SERIES Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, EN 61010-1:2001 Edition 2.0 control, and laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –...

  • Page 13: Introducing The Max-700

    Introducing the MAX-700 The MAX-700 allows you to characterize a fiber-optic span, usually optical fiber sections joined by splices and connectors. The optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) provides an inside view of the fiber, and can calculate fiber length, attenuation, breaks, total return loss, and splice, connector and total losses.
  • Page 14 Introducing the MAX-700 Main Features Possible to perform quick acquisitions with low noise levels to enable  accurate low-loss splice location. Possible to acquire OTDR traces made of up to 256 000 points that  provide a sampling resolution as fine as 4 cm.
  • Page 15 Introducing the MAX-700 Main Features Back Support Support Battery compartment MAX-700...
  • Page 16 Introducing the MAX-700 Main Features Internal Wi-Fi/Bluetooth devices USB host ports (optional; sticker indicates that devices are present) RJ-45 port Headset/microphone port Stylus VFL (optional) Fiber inspection probe port Built-in power meter AC adapter/charger (optional) connector OTDR instrument (see hereafter for details)

  • Page 17: Led Indicators Description

    Introducing the MAX-700 LED Indicators Description LED Indicators Description There are two LED indicators located on the front panel of your unit, providing you with information about the power and battery statuses. Status Meaning Green Unit is on. Green, blinking Unit is in Standby mode.

  • Page 18: Function Buttons Description

    Introducing the MAX-700 Function Buttons Description Function Buttons Description Your unit is equipped with function buttons which give you access to various tools at all times. The table below shows an overview of their purpose. Button Meaning Adjusts screen brightness (5 levels).

  • Page 19: Trace Acquisition Modes

    ORL values. Test in Fault Finder mode, to rapidly locate fiber ends.  Data Post-Processing To view and analyze traces without the MAX-700 use a computer onto which FastReporter is already installed. MAX-700...

  • Page 20: Otdr Basic Principles

    Introducing the MAX-700 OTDR Basic Principles OTDR Basic Principles An OTDR sends short pulses of light into a fiber. Light scattering occurs in the fiber due to discontinuities such as connectors, splices, bends, and faults. An OTDR then detects and analyzes the backscattered signals. The signal strength is measured for specific intervals of time and is used to characterize events.
  • Page 21 Introducing the MAX-700 OTDR Basic Principles An OTDR uses the effects of Rayleigh scattering and Fresnel reflection to measure the fiber’s condition, but the Fresnel reflection is tens of thousands of times greater in power level than the backscatter. Rayleigh scattering occurs when a pulse travels down the fiber and ...

  • Page 22: Power Sources

    Introducing the MAX-700 Power Sources Power Sources Your unit operates with the following power sources: AC adapter/charger (connected to standard power outlet—indoor use  only). Compatible car outlet adapter available upon request. One lithium-ion rechargeable battery (automatically takes over if you ...

  • Page 23: Conventions

    Introducing the MAX-700 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 25: Safety Information

    MPORTANT When you see the following symbol on your unit , make sure that you refer to the instructions provided in your user documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required conditions before using your product. MAX-700...

  • Page 26: Laser Safety Information

    Do not view directly with optical instruments. The following label(s) indicate that the product contains a Class 1M source: Affixed to side panel of unit MAX-700...

  • Page 27: Electrical Safety Information

    Capacitors inside the unit may be charged even if the unit has  been disconnected from its electrical supply. Use only the AC adapter/charger provided by EXFO with your  unit. MAX-700...
  • Page 28 Measured in 0 °C to 31 °C (32 °F to 87.8 °F) range, decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F). For indoor use only. Equipment is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight, precipitations and full wind pressure. Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage. MAX-700...

  • Page 29: Getting Started With Your Max-700

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Using the Supports Your unit has been designed to stand either vertically (with the screen facing you), or at an angle, using the two supports. Note: The supports ensure optimum stability to the unit during your tests.

  • Page 30: Securing Your Unit Using A Kensington Lock

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Securing Your Unit Using a Kensington Lock Securing Your Unit Using a Kensington Lock Your unit is equipped with a security slot to which you can connect an optional Kensington lock (security cable). You can secure your unit with this lock to help prevent theft.

  • Page 31: Installing A Keyboard, Mouse Or Other Usb Devices

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Installing a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB Devices Installing a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB Devices Your unit supports many USB devices. The table below lists the supported USB devices. Device Details Memory key For data transfer between your unit and a computer when you do not have access to a network.
  • Page 32 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Installing a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB Devices Device Details Composite device You can use composite devices, that is devices that input information to your unit using more than one mean (for example, combinations of keyboard and mouse).
  • Page 33 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Installing a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB Devices To install a USB device on your unit: Connect the USB device to any of the USB ports (located on top of the unit). Note: It is not necessary to turn off the unit before connecting the USB device. The software will automatically detect its presence.

  • Page 34: Using The On-Screen (Virtual) Keyboard

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Using the On-Screen (Virtual) Keyboard Using the On-Screen (Virtual) Keyboard Your unit is equipped with an on-screen keyboard that supports multilingual features. This keyboard functions according to the keyboard settings of Windows. To use the on-screen keyboard: 1.

  • Page 35: Right-Clicking With The Touchscreen

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Right-Clicking with the Touchscreen Right-Clicking with the Touchscreen If you are used to work with a mouse, you may find it useful to be able to perform a right-click on your touchscreen. To right-click with the touchscreen:...

  • Page 36: Turning On Or Off The Unit

    You should perform a shutdown if you do not intend to use your unit for a week or more. After a shutdown, the unit will start in the MAX-700 software or in the application you defined as the startup application.
  • Page 37 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Turning On or Off the Unit To turn on the unit: Press the On/Off button. To turn off the unit: 1. Press the On/Off button. On the Windows taskbar, tap Start. This will display the standard shutdown window, from which you have a choice of actions or shutdown modes.
  • Page 38 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Turning On or Off the Unit 3. From the When I press the power button on my computer list, select the desired behavior (Ask me what to do option is selected by default). 4. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to Control Panel.
  • Page 39 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Turning On or Off the Unit To configure your unit to automatically restart after AC power comes back: 1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. From the System Settings window, tap Startup Applications.

  • Page 40: Installing Or Upgrading The Applications

    From the DVD that came with your unit, you can create an installation USB key in case you ever need to reinstall the MAX-700 software (the software that comes with your unit) and the instrument applications as well as Update Manager.
  • Page 41 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Installing or Upgrading the Applications For the creation of an installation USB key, you will need: the installation DVD  a computer equipped with a USB port; Windows must be installed on  the computer a USB memory key ...
  • Page 42 USB key. 2. If it is not already done, turn on your unit. 3. Exit the MAX-700 software and the OTDR application. 4. If you want to install Update Manager using the USB key, disconnect it from the computer and connect it to one of the USB ports of your unit.
  • Page 43 Manager will search for files at the root of the USB key. For more information, refer to the Update Manager online help. 5. From the MAX-700 software, on your unit, select the Utilities tab. 6. Tap Update Manager to start the corresponding application. For more information on how to install or upgrade applications, refer to the Update Manager online help.
  • Page 44 3. From the Welcome window on the installation DVD, click Installation Files and Tools. 4. Select the MAX-700 Installation Files check box and click Next. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. All the necessary components will be copied to your USB key.

  • Page 45: Activating Software Options

    However, if you purchase options afterwards, you will have to activate them yourself. Before being able to activate options, you need to contact EXFO with the following information: Purchase order number of the newly purchased options ...
  • Page 46 1. Connect a USB memory key to one of the USB ports of your computer. 2. Copy the key file to the USB memory key. 3. Disconnect the USB key from the computer and connect it to your unit. 4. From the MAX-700, select the Utilities tab, then tap Options Activation. MAX-700...
  • Page 47 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Activating Software Options 5. In the Platform Options tab, use the Browse button to locate the key file that you want to use. 6. Press Activate. The option indicator will turn into a green check mark to confirm that the option is now active.
  • Page 48 1. Connect a USB memory key to one of the USB ports of your computer. 2. Copy the key file to the USB memory key. 3. Disconnect the USB key from the computer and connect it to your unit. 4. From the MAX-700, select the Utilities tab, then tap Options Activation. MAX-700...
  • Page 49 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Activating Software Options 5. In the Module Options tab, use the Browse button to locate the key file that you want to use. 6. Press Activate. The option indicator will turn into a green check mark to confirm that the option is now active.

  • Page 50: Starting Instrument Applications

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Starting Instrument Applications Starting Instrument Applications Your OTDR can be configured and controlled from its dedicated application in the MAX-700 software. To start an application: At the bottom of the main window, press the button corresponding to the desired application.

  • Page 51: Timer

    Getting Started with Your MAX-700 Timer To start the Power Meter or Probe application: From Main Menu, press Power Meter or Probe. The main window (shown below) contains all the commands required to control the OTDR instrument: Data display Button bar...

  • Page 53: Preparing Your Max-700 For A Test

    Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) The EUI fixed baseplate is available for connectors with angled (APC) or non-angled (UPC) polishing. A green border around the baseplate indicates that it is for APC-type connectors.

  • Page 54: Cleaning And Connecting Optical Fibers

    To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings: Always inspect fiber ends and make sure that they are clean as  explained below before inserting them into the port. EXFO is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling.
  • Page 55 EXFO uses good quality connectors in compliance with EIA-455-21A standards. To keep connectors clean and in good condition, EXFO strongly recommends inspecting them with a fiber inspection probe before connecting them. Failure to do so will result in permanent damage to the connectors and degradation in measurements.

  • Page 56: Naming Trace Files Automatically

    Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Naming Trace Files Automatically Naming Trace Files Automatically Each time you start an acquisition, the application suggests a file name based on autonaming settings. This file name appears on the upper part of the graph and the linear view.
  • Page 57 Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Naming Trace Files Automatically To configure the automatic file naming: 1. From the button bar, press OTDR Setup. 2. Select the Acquisition tab. 3. Press Default Trace Information. MAX-700...
  • Page 58 Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Naming Trace Files Automatically 4. Fill out the required information in the corresponding boxes and select the direction for your trace files. 5. Press the button appearing next to the Fiber ID box to change the contents of the fiber identification.
  • Page 59 Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Naming Trace Files Automatically 7. Press File Autonaming to set up the trace file name options. 8. In the File Name window, select the desired components to include in the file name. You can change the order of apparition with the up and down arrow buttons.

  • Page 60: Enabling Or Disabling The First Connector Check

    Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check Note: This function is available in all OTDR modes. However, the first connector check parameter used in Fault Finder mode is independent from the one used in the other OTDR modes (Auto and Advanced).

  • Page 61: Setting Macrobend Parameters

    Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test Setting Macrobend Parameters Setting Macrobend Parameters Note: This function is available with the Auto Diagnostic (AD) optional software package only. Note: This function is available both in Advanced and Auto modes. Your unit can locate macrobends by comparing the loss values measured...
  • Page 62 Only the combinations of wavelengths your module can support will be available. For more significant results, EXFO recommends to always select the combination of wavelengths including the smallest possible wavelength and the greatest wavelength (for example, if your module supports 1310 nm, 1550 nm, and 1625 nm, you would select the 1310 nm/1625 nm combination).

  • Page 63: Testing Fibers In Auto Mode

    If you ever need to modify other parameters, go to Advanced mode (see Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode on page 55 and Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test on page 41).
  • Page 64 The application will also display status messages if you have selected to display pass/fail messages (see Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds on page 70). You can save the trace after analysis. If former results have not been saved yet, the application prompts you to save them before starting a new acquisition. MAX-700...
  • Page 65 Any incoming signal greater than 10 dBm could damage your MAX-700 permanently. For live-fiber testing, refer to the SM Live port specifications for the characteristics of the built-in filter. 3. Set the autorange acquisition time (see Setting the Autorange Acquisition Time on page 60).
  • Page 66 Location button. 9b. If necessary, specify a file name. MPORTANT If you specify the name of an existing trace, the original file will be overwritten and only the new file will be available. 10. Press OK to confirm. MAX-700...

  • Page 67: Testing Fibers In Advanced Mode

    The application uses the acquisition time defined in the Acquisition  tab of the OTDR setup (for more information, see Setting the Autorange Acquisition Time on page 60). The default value is 15 seconds. Longer acquisitions give better OTDR results. MAX-700...
  • Page 68 For more information, see Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds on page 70. You can save the trace after analysis. If former results have not been saved yet, the application prompts you to save them before starting a new acquisition. MAX-700...
  • Page 69 Any incoming signal greater than 10 dBm could damage your MAX-700 permanently. For live-fiber testing, refer to the SM Live port specifications for the characteristics of the built-in filter. 3. If you want the application to provide automatic acquisition values, set the autorange acquisition time (see Setting the Autorange Acquisition Time on page 60).
  • Page 70 (see Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check on page 48). You can modify the acquisition parameters as needed, while the acquisition is in progress. The OTDR simply restarts the averaging each time a modification is made. MAX-700...
  • Page 71 11a.If necessary, change the folder to which the file will be saved by pressing the Location button. 11b.If necessary, specify a file name. MPORTANT If you enter the name of an existing trace, the original file will be replaced with the new file. 12. Press OK to confirm. MAX-700...

  • Page 72: Setting The Autorange Acquisition Time

    1. From the button bar, press OTDR Setup then go to the Acquisition tab. 2. Go to the Autorange acquisition time box and press the up or down arrow to select your preference. The default value is 30 seconds. 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the OTDR application. MAX-700...

  • Page 73: Setting The Ior, Rbs Coefficient, And Helix Factor

    The helix factor describes the pitch of that spiral. By setting the helix factor, the length of the OTDR distance axis is always equivalent to the physical length of the cable (not the fiber). MAX-700...
  • Page 74 Note: You cannot define a different helix factor for each wavelength. This value takes into account the difference between the length of the cable and the length of the fiber inside the cable; it does not vary with wavelengths. 5. Press Exit OTDR Setup. MAX-700...

  • Page 75: Setting Distance Range, Pulse Width, And Acquisition Time

    Note: Not all pulse widths are compatible with all distance ranges. You can select either Auto or one of the predefined values. If you select Auto, the application will evaluate the fiber type and length and set the acquisition parameters accordingly. MAX-700...
  • Page 76 You can use the same distance range, pulse width and acquisition time parameters for testing at all wavelengths on a multiwavelength OTDR. MPORTANT To test using the high-resolution feature, the acquisition time must be of at least 15 seconds. MAX-700...
  • Page 77 Auto position. The other dials are automatically set accordingly. Note: If your OTDR supports singlemode, singlemode live, or multimode wavelengths, settings would be applied to either singlemode, singlemode live, or multimode wavelengths, depending on the selected fiber type (same settings for 50 μm and 62.5 μm). MAX-700...

  • Page 78: Enabling The High-Resolution Feature

    Note: You can use high resolution with any test mode (except when you monitor fiber in real time), but you must be in Advanced mode to select it. MPORTANT To test using the high-resolution feature, the acquisition time must be of at least 15 seconds. MAX-700...
  • Page 79 Note: If your OTDR supports singlemode, singlemode live, or multimode wavelengths, the high-resolution feature will be activated either for the singlemode, singlemode live, or multimode wavelengths, depending on the selected fiber type. 4. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the main window. MAX-700...

  • Page 80: Enabling Or Disabling Analysis After Acquisition

    You can also set a default fiber span, which will be applied during the analysis of all traces to display test results. For details, see Setting a Default Span Start and Span End on page 75. Note: In Auto mode, the application always performs an analysis after the acquisition. MAX-700...
  • Page 81 Automatically analyze data after acquisition box. If you clear the check box, the trace will be acquired without being analyzed. Note: By default, traces are automatically analyzed as they are acquired. 4. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the main window. MAX-700...

  • Page 82: Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds

    The loss, reflectance and attenuation thresholds that you set are applied to all events where such values can be measured. Setting these thresholds allows you either to ignore events with known lower values, or to ensure that all events are detected—even the ones for which very small values are measured. MAX-700...
  • Page 83 The Pass/Fail threshold LED, located on the front of the unit, will also indicate the status (green for pass, red for fail). You can also set the application to display pass/fail messages when the Pass/Fail test is performed. MAX-700...
  • Page 84 Note: If you no longer want the application to take into account a particular threshold, simply clear the corresponding box. 4. If you want the application to display messages when events fail the test, select Display Pass/Fail message. MAX-700...
  • Page 85 Note: You can use the Select All button to quickly select all boxes at the same time. 5c. Press OK to confirm you selection. 6. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the main window. MAX-700...
  • Page 86 MPORTANT When you revert thresholds to their default values, custom wavelengths will be deleted from the list of available wavelengths, except if a file using at least one of these wavelengths is still open. MAX-700...

  • Page 87: Setting A Default Span Start And Span End

    Note: You can also change the fiber span of a single trace after the analysis and reanalyze the trace (see Analyzing or Reanalyzing a Trace on page 155). However, if you want to keep working with the original parameters, you must reenter them. MAX-700...
  • Page 88 From the Event number list, use the up or down arrow to select the number of the event that you want to designate as span start or span end. The span event parameters are applied to all newly acquired traces. MAX-700...

  • Page 89: Testing Fibers In Fault Finder Mode

    OTDR acquisition. The way the acquisition will be affected depends on the selected pulse width. Any incoming signal greater than 10 dBm could damage your MAX-700 permanently. For live-fiber testing, refer to the SM Live port specifications for the characteristics of the built-in filter. MAX-700...
  • Page 90 3. From the Port list, specify to which port you connected your fiber. 4. Press Start. If the first connector check feature is enabled, a message will appear if there is a problem with the injection level (see Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check for Fault Finder on page 87). MAX-700...
  • Page 91 Location button. 5b. If necessary, specify a file name. MPORTANT If you specify the name of an existing trace, the original file will be overwritten and only the new file will be available. 5c. Press OK to confirm. MAX-700...

  • Page 92: Naming Fault Finder Files Automatically

    By default, traces are saved in native (.trc) format, but you can configure your unit to save them in Bellcore (.sor) format (see Selecting the Default File Format for the Fault Finder Traces on page 82). MAX-700...
  • Page 93 Number of digits composing the variable part If you want the variable part to increase each time a file is saved, select Increment. If you want it to decrease, select Decrement. 4. Press OK to confirm your new settings. MAX-700...

  • Page 94: Selecting The Default File Format For The Fault Finder Traces

    Note: The application will only display this dialog box if you have activated the feature to always be prompted when you save a file (see Enabling or Disabling the Confirmation of Fault Finder File Name on page 84) and if you did not disable the storage features. MAX-700...
  • Page 95 1. From the button bar, press Quick Save. 2. From the Save File dialog box, select the desired format. 3. Press OK to save your file in the new format. The next files will be saved in the new format. MAX-700...

  • Page 96: Enabling Or Disabling The Confirmation Of Fault Finder File Name

    The application will use a file name based on autonaming settings (see Naming Fault Finder Files Automatically on page 80). If you prefer to hide the Quick Save button, see Enabling or Disabling the Storage Feature on page 86. MAX-700...
  • Page 97 Note: You can also disable the confirmation of the file name by clearing the Always show this window on save check box directly from the Save File dialog box. 3. Press Exit Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 98: Enabling Or Disabling The Storage Feature

    2. If you want to hide the Quick Save button, select the Disable storage features check box. If you want to display the button, clear the check box. 3. Press Exit Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 99: Enabling Or Disabling The First Connector Check For Fault Finder

    Note: The first connector check is only performed when you test at singlemode wavelengths. Note: The first connector check parameter used in Fault Finder mode is independent from the one used in the other OTDR modes (Auto and Advanced). MAX-700...
  • Page 100 1. From the button bar, press Setup then select the General tab. 2. To enable the first connector check, select the First connector check check box. To disable it, clear the check box. 3. Press Exit Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 101: Enabling Or Disabling The Touchscreen Keyboard

    2. If you want to display the touchscreen keyboard, select the Use touchscreen keyboard check box. If you prefer to hide the keyboard, clear the check box. 3. Press Exit Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 102: Setting Trace Display Parameters

    The file name appears at the top of  the trace display. By default, the file name is displayed. File name Grid Note: The trace display settings used in Fault Finder mode are independent from the ones used in the other OTDR modes (Auto and Advanced). MAX-700...
  • Page 103 2. Select the check boxes corresponding to the item you want to display on the graph. To hide them, clear the check boxes. 3. Press Exit Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 104: Selecting The Distance Units

    You can select the distance units that will be used in the application. The default distance units are the kilometers. Units used Note: The distance units used in Fault Finder mode are independent from the ones used in the other OTDR modes (Auto and Advanced). MAX-700...
  • Page 105 2. From the Setup window, select the General tab. 3. From the Distance units list, select the item corresponding to the desired units. 4. Press Exit Setup. You return to the main window and the newly selected measurement unit appears everywhere these units are used. MAX-700...

  • Page 107: Customizing The Otdr Application

    Note: The application will only display this dialog box if you have activated the feature to always be prompted when you save a file (see Enabling or Disabling File Name Confirmation on page 97). MAX-700...
  • Page 108 1. From the Main Menu window, press Quick Save. 2. From the Save File dialog box, select the desired format. 3. Press OK to save your file in the new format. The next files will be saved in the new format. MAX-700...

  • Page 109: Enabling Or Disabling File Name Confirmation

    The application will use a file name based on autonaming settings (see Naming Trace Files Automatically on page 44). Note: The file name confirmation parameter used in the Auto and Advanced modes is independent from the one used in the Fault Finder mode. MAX-700...
  • Page 110 Note: You can also disable the confirmation of the file name by clearing the Always show this window on save check box from the Save File dialog box. 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 111: Selecting The Distance Units

    Note: The attenuation of fiber sections is always presented in dBs per kilometer even if the distance units you selected are not the kilometers. This follows the standards of the fiber-optic industry that provides the attenuation values in dBs per kilometer. MAX-700...
  • Page 112 2. From the OTDR Setup window, select the General tab. 3. From the Distance units list, select the item corresponding to the desired distance units. 4. Press Exit OTDR Setup. You return to the main window and the newly selected distance unit appears everywhere units are used. MAX-700...

  • Page 113: Customizing The Acquisition Distance Range Values

    You can customize the values associated with the Distance dial. Once the customization is complete, you are ready to set the distance range value for your test. For more information, see Setting Distance Range, Pulse Width, and Acquisition Time on page 63. Note: The Auto value cannot be modified. MAX-700...
  • Page 114 4. From the Distance list, select the value you want to modify (the value will become highlighted), then press the Edit button. Note: You can revert to factory values by pressing the Default button. 5. In the displayed dialog box, enter the new value and confirm with OK. MAX-700...

  • Page 115: Customizing The Acquisition Time Values

    You can customize the acquisition time to improve the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of the trace and enhance the detection of low-level events. The SNR improves by a factor of two (or 3 dB) each time the acquisition time is increased by a factor of four. MAX-700...
  • Page 116 3. From the Time list, select the value you want to modify (the value will become highlighted), then press the Edit button. Note: You can revert to factory values by pressing the Default button. 4. In the displayed dialog box, enter the new value and confirm with OK. MAX-700...

  • Page 117: Enabling Or Disabling The Touchscreen Keyboard

    2. If you want to display the touchscreen keyboard, select the Use touchscreen keyboard box. If you prefer to hide the keyboard, clear the check box. 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the Main Menu window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 118: Displaying Or Hiding The Optional Features

    2. In the General tab, under Display, clear the Show all optional software features check box to hide the options Select the check box to display them. 3. From the button bar, press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 119: Analyzing Traces And Events

    From the trace display and linear views, you can also access the following tabs to have more information: Events  Trace info  In addition, you can generate trace reports directly from your unit. For more information, see Generating a Report on page 187. MAX-700...

  • Page 120: Graph View

    The contents of the graph area changes according to the selected tab. The blue rectangle on the Y axis (relative powers) indicates the proper injection level range for the defined test pulse. MAX-700...
  • Page 121 Displaying or Hiding a Trace on page 132. Each wavelength is displayed in a different color. The colors are assigned dynamically. Wavelengths of the reference traces are also displayed using the colors corresponding to those of the main trace, but with a darker shade. MAX-700...

  • Page 122: Linear View

    When you select an event or a fiber section in the events table, the  linear view automatically scrolls to display the element. You can also select a bubble or an horizontal line and the  corresponding item will be selected in the events table. MAX-700...
  • Page 123 Note: To display the linear view as the default view after the acquisitions are all performed (at all the selected wavelengths) and the analysis of the last wavelength is complete, see Selecting the Default View on page 121. MAX-700...

  • Page 124: Summary Table

    “fail”. In the graph view, the events tab is automatically selected, allowing you to switch to another event manually. The summary table shows only the information of the main trace, not  the information of the reference trace. MAX-700...
  • Page 125 The application zooms in on the first event that caused the selected macrobend. In the graph view, the events tab is automatically selected, allowing you to switch to another event manually. MAX-700...

  • Page 126: Events Tab

    Using Markers on page 169. These markers pinpoint an event or a fiber section, depending on what is selected in the events table. You can move markers directly by selecting an element in the events table or on the graph. MAX-700...
  • Page 127 If an asterisk appears next to the event symbol, the tooltip will also show “(*:Modified)” to indicate that this event has been modified manually. If the asterisk appears next to the event number, “(*:Added)” will appear to indicate that this event has been inserted manually. MAX-700...
  • Page 128 Trace Info. tab. If you want to modify events or fiber sections, see Modifying Events on page 140, Inserting Events on page 144, and Changing the Attenuation of Fiber Sections on page 150. MAX-700...
  • Page 129 1. Ensure that the button is selected in the zoom button bar. 2. Select the event on the trace. The list scrolls automatically to the event you selected. Event no. 1 Graph Zoom-on- event button Event table Event editing buttons MAX-700...

  • Page 130: Measure Tab

    The information about all the trace files (including the reference) can be displayed. You can view all of the traces, in turn, in both the Trace Info pane and the trace display with the navigation buttons. For more information, see Displaying or Hiding a Trace on page 132. MAX-700...

  • Page 131: Displaying The Graph In Full Screen

    As soon as a trace is displayed (new acquisition or existing file), zoom controls are available (see Using Zoom Controls on page 125). Note: If you want to use the zoom-on-event feature, you must select the button from the Events tab before switching to full-screen mode. MAX-700...
  • Page 132 OTDR Setup. To display the graph in full screen: From the main window, press the button. The graph is now displayed in full-screen mode. To return to normal view To switch to another wavelength Acquisition parameters for the next acquisition MAX-700...

  • Page 133: Selecting The Default View

    In this view, events are displayed sequentially, from left to right. Macrobends are identified with symbols on the trace corresponding to the greatest wavelength of the pair of wavelengths. For more information, see Linear View on page 110. MAX-700...
  • Page 134 1. From the button bar, select OTDR Setup, then the General tab. 2. Under Default view after acquisition, select the desired view. 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to main window. The application will automatically switch to the selected view when you perform the next acquisitions. MAX-700...

  • Page 135: Automatically Displaying The Event Table After Acquisitions

    2. Under Application options, select Switch to the event table page after an acquisition. 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to main window. The application will automatically display the events table at the end of the next acquisitions. MAX-700...

  • Page 136: Automatically Zooming In On The Fiber Span

    Even if the application automatically zooms in on the fiber span, you can adjust the zoom manually. You can even zoom in on events located outside the fiber span. For more information on how to use the zoom controls see Using Zoom Controls on page 125. MAX-700...

  • Page 137: Using Zoom Controls

    You can quickly zoom in on or out of the selected event. You can also return to the original graph value. Selection mode Move view area Zoom selector Full view Zoom in Zoom out Note: You cannot move the markers with the button. MAX-700...
  • Page 138 All of the other zoom buttons (except for the zoom on selected event button) will reflect your selection and behave accordingly. MAX-700...
  • Page 139 OTDR setup, the application will zoom in between span start and span end. To automatically zoom in on the selected event: 1. Go to the Events tab. 2. From the events table, select the desired event. 3. Press the button to zoom in. Press the button again to zoom out. MAX-700...

  • Page 140: Setting Trace Display Parameters

    The file name appears at the top of  the trace display. By default, the file name is displayed. Zoom window Grid Note: The trace display settings used in Auto and Advanced modes are independent from the ones used in the Fault Finder mode. MAX-700...
  • Page 141 2. Select the boxes corresponding to the item you want to display on the graph. To hide them, clear the boxes. To display a black background 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the main window. The changes are applied automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 142: Customizing The Event Table

    ORL and span loss values. If you activated the pass/fail test(see Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds on page 70), span-start and span-end events will be taken into account when determining the status (pass/fail) of splice and connector loss and reflectance. MAX-700...
  • Page 143 1. From the OTDR Setup window, select the Event Table tab. 2. Select the boxes corresponding to the item you want to display or include in the table. To hide them, clear the boxes. 3. Press Exit OTDR Setup. MAX-700...

  • Page 144: Displaying Or Hiding A Trace

    To display or hide traces in turn: Press the Next Trace button to switch from one fiber to another or from one wavelength to another (for multiwavelength files). MAX-700...
  • Page 145 3. From the list of traces, select the row corresponding to the trace you want to set as the current trace (the row will become highlighted) and press the Set as Active Trace button. The trace will turn black in the display to indicate that it was selected. MAX-700...

  • Page 146: Clearing Traces From The Display

    Press Yes to save the trace. 3. Press Close to return to the main window. You can now acquire a new trace. For more information, see Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode on page 55. MAX-700...

  • Page 147: Viewing And Modifying Current Trace Settings

    Modifications you make are only applied to the current trace (that is, to a particular wavelength), not to all traces. The application will only prompt you to reanalyze the trace if you modify the RBS coefficient (no analysis necessary when you modify the IOR or helix factor). MAX-700...
  • Page 148 Average loss: Average loss of the total fiber span, indicated as a  function of distance. Average splice loss: Average of all non-reflective events between span  start and span end. Max. splice loss: Maximum loss of all non-reflective events between  span start and span end. MAX-700...
  • Page 149 Splice detection: Current setting for detecting small non-reflective  events during trace analysis. Refl. detection: Current setting for detecting small reflective events  during trace analysis. End-of-fiber det.: Current setting for detecting important event loss  that could compromise signal transmission during trace analysis. MAX-700...
  • Page 150 If you want to revert a particular item to its default value, press the Default button appearing next to this item. Note: Except for the fiber type, modifications you make will only be applied to the current trace (that is, to a particular wavelength), not to all traces. MAX-700...
  • Page 151 4. If you want to save the modified IOR, RBS, and helix Factor values for the next acquisitions performed at the current wavelength, select the Save these settings for next acquisitions check box. 5. Press OK to apply the changes. You return to the main window. MAX-700...

  • Page 152: Modifying Events

    If you reanalyze a trace, all of the modified events will be lost and the events table will be re-created. Note: If you want to modify the attenuation value of a fiber section, see Changing the Attenuation of Fiber Sections on page 150. MAX-700...
  • Page 153 Selecting marker A or B will move the a-A or B-b pair. Note: The current marker locations are set, during the analysis, to calculate and display the original event loss and reflectance. Marker b Marker a Marker A Marker B MAX-700...
  • Page 154 The area between markers B and b must not include any significant variation. For more information on positioning markers, see Using Markers on page 169. Marker A Marker B Event loss and reflectance are displayed, respectively, in the Loss and Reflectance boxes. Loss and reflectance values MAX-700...
  • Page 155 6. Press OK to accept the modifications you have made or Cancel to return to the events table without saving the changes. The modified events are identified with “*” (appearing beside the event symbol) in the events table as shown below. MAX-700...

  • Page 156: Inserting Events

    MPORTANT Inserted events are removed when you reanalyze a trace. To insert an event: 1. From the Events tab, press Add New Event. 2. Select the location where you want to insert an event. MAX-700...
  • Page 157 4. Press OK to insert the event or Cancel to return to the events table without making any changes. Inserted events are marked with asterisks (appearing beside the event number). MAX-700...

  • Page 158: Deleting Events

    Analysis tab. MPORTANT The only way to “recover” deleted items is to reanalyze the trace, as you would for a new trace. For more information, see Analyzing or Reanalyzing a Trace on page 155. MAX-700...
  • Page 159 Analyzing Traces and Events Deleting Events To delete an event: 1. Select the event you want to delete. 2. Press Delete. 3. When the application prompts you, press Yes to confirm the deletion, or No to keep the event. MAX-700...

  • Page 160: Managing Comments

    3. From the Edit Comments dialog box, enter a comment. 4. Press OK. A red triangle appears next to the event number to indicate that a comment has been inserted manually. The customized event can be seen in the tooltip. MAX-700...
  • Page 161 Managing Comments To delete a comment: 1. Select the event on which you want to delete a comment. 2. From the Events tab, press Edit Comments. 3. From the Edit Comments dialog box, delete the text. 4. Press OK. MAX-700...

  • Page 162: Changing The Attenuation Of Fiber Sections

    Note: If you want to modify events, see Modifying Events on page 140. To modify the attenuation of a fiber section: 1. From the event table, select the fiber section. 2. Press the Change Event button. The A and B markers appear in the trace display. MAX-700...
  • Page 163 Loss and attenuation values 4. Press OK to accept the modifications you have made or Cancel to return to the events table without saving the changes. The modified fiber sections are identified with “*” in the events table as shown below. MAX-700...

  • Page 164: Setting The Analysis Detection Thresholds

    Advanced mode if you let the application evaluate the acquisition settings. If you set this threshold, an EoF event will be inserted at the first event for which the loss crosses the threshold. The application will then use this EoF event to determine the acquisition settings. MAX-700...
  • Page 165 0.1 dB. Threshold at 0.15 dB  The first two splices are not displayed, as the threshold is set to 0.15 dB and the first and second splice losses are lower than 0.15 dB. MAX-700...
  • Page 166 The analysis detection thresholds you have just set are applied to all newly acquired traces. Note: Analysis thresholds are only saved in the trace during analysis. For traces acquired, but not yet analyzed, you can change the analysis detection thresholds in the OTDR test application before performing the analysis. MAX-700...

  • Page 167: Analyzing Or Reanalyzing A Trace

    Pass/Fail test, if enabled (for more information, see Setting  Pass/Fail Thresholds on page 70). If you prefer to focus your analysis on a specific fiber span, see Analyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber Span on page 157. MAX-700...
  • Page 168 (See Setting a Default Span Start and Span End on page 75). Keep current span delimiter positions applies the current fiber  span upon trace reanalysis. Reset span delimiters positions applies the fiber span defined in  the OTDR Setup upon trace reanalysis. 4. Press OK to confirm. MAX-700...

  • Page 169: Analyzing The Fiber On A Specific Fiber Span

    The span start becomes event 1 and its distance reference becomes 0. Events excluded from the fiber span are grayed out in the events table, and do not appear in the trace display. The cumulative loss is calculated within the defined fiber span only. MAX-700...

  • Page 170: Enabling Or Disabling The Detection Of Reflective Ends Of Fiber

    Analyzing or Reanalyzing a Trace on page 155). When you reanalyze a trace, to benefit from the option, you should select Reset span delimiter positions. The application will take into account the option only if there is a significant reflective event located after the end of analysis. MAX-700...
  • Page 171 0 dB. The cumulative loss value will remain the same for all elements appearing after the inserted event. The span loss value (Trace Info. tab) will correspond to the loss calculated between span start and the inserted event. MAX-700...
  • Page 172 2. From the OTDR Setup dialog box, go to the Event Table tab. 3. If you want to enable the option, under End-of-Fiber parameters, select the Reflective end-of-fiber detection box. If you prefer to disable the option, clear the box. 4. Press Exit OTDR Setup. MAX-700...

  • Page 173: Swapping Traces

    1. From the button bar, press Storage. 2. From the Storage dialog box, select Swap Main/Reference. Note: You can change a main trace into a reference trace, and vice versa, even if only one trace is in the application’s memory. MAX-700...

  • Page 174: Opening Trace Files

    In Automatic mode, you can open a trace file for viewing only. Consequently, you cannot select a trace as main or reference trace. When you open trace files, the application always displays the first wavelength of the file. MAX-700...
  • Page 175 The same zoom will be applied to all traces. Old trace file Traces are displayed in Application defines full view mode. default positions for markers. The first event of the trace is selected. MAX-700...
  • Page 176 As soon as a reference trace is open, the application will apply the zoom and marker settings of the reference file to all traces (main and reference). For detailed information on compatibility between EXFO’s file formats and software versions, see OTDR Trace File Compatibility on page 182.
  • Page 177 (even if the trace is hidden). Press Yes to store the trace. You can now open another trace file. 6. If necessary, specify which traces should be displayed. For more information, see Displaying or Hiding a Trace on page 132. 7. Press Close. MAX-700...

  • Page 179: Analyzing The Results Manually

     A-B LSA (Least-Square Approximation) loss  For attenuation:  Two-point section attenuation  A-B LSA (Least-Square Approximation) attenuation  Note: You must select at least one measurement method for loss value and one measurement method for attenuation value. MAX-700...
  • Page 180 1. From the button bar, press OTDR Setup then go to the General tab. 2. Press the Measurement Method button. 3. Select which values you want to see in the Measure tab. 4. Press OK to confirm your selection. 5. Press Exit OTDR Setup to return to the OTDR application. MAX-700...

  • Page 181: Using Markers

    A marker may disappear from the trace after you zoom in (see Using Zoom Controls on page 125). You can recall it by selecting a missing marker with the Markers button or by using one of the arrows to bring the selected marker back into the displayed area. MAX-700...

  • Page 182: Getting Event Distances And Relative Powers

    To get the distance to an event and the associated relative power level: 1. From the main window, select the Measure tab. 2. Move marker A to the beginning of the event. For more information about markers, see Using Markers on page 169. MAX-700...

  • Page 183: Getting Event Loss (Four-Point And Least-Square Approximation)

    A-B LSA loss. Both calculations use the least-square approximation (LSA) method to determine the event loss. However, the four-point event loss is the preferred method and the one that corresponds to the loss displayed in the events table. MAX-700...
  • Page 184 A and B, respectively. Four-point event loss The two fitted lines are then extrapolated toward the center of the event and the loss event is directly read from the drop in power between the two lines. MAX-700...
  • Page 185 (definitely not a “straight-line” event). A-B LSA loss is mainly used to rapidly compute loss over a given length of a fiber section. Note: A-B LSA event loss measurements should be used on fiber sections only. Measuring events will not yield meaningful results. MAX-700...
  • Page 186 For more information, see Using Zoom Controls on page 125 and Using Markers on page 169. 4. Position submarker a at the beginning of the linear area preceding the event to be measured (must not include any significant events). MAX-700...
  • Page 187 A, B and b Note: The loss values that are displayed depend on which calculation methods are selected (see Selecting the Attenuation and Loss Values that Will Be Displayed on page 167). MAX-700...

  • Page 188: Getting Attenuation (Two-Point And Least-Square Approximation)

    The LSA method, when compared to the two-point method, gives an average measurement and is more reliable when there is a high level of noise. However, it should not be used if an event such as an echo appears between the two markers. MAX-700...
  • Page 189 Loss over distance Least-square between markers approximation A and B Note: The attenuation values that are displayed depend on which measurement methods are selected (see Selecting the Attenuation and Loss Values that Will Be Displayed on page 167). MAX-700...

  • Page 190: Getting Reflectance

    5. Position marker B at the peak of the reflective event to be measured. Note: Using this procedure, you can measure the reflectance of all the events in a merged reflective fault event. Note: For non-reflective events,  will be displayed. MAX-700...

  • Page 191: Getting Optical Return Loss (Orl)

    1. From the main window, select the Measure tab. 2. In the Results section, press ORL. Markers A and B appear on the graph. 3. Position markers A and B to delimit the area for which you want to know the ORL value. MAX-700...

  • Page 193: Managing Trace Files From The Otdr Test Application

    (.trc) format. For information on how to define the default file format, see Selecting the Default File Format on page 95). To save an OTDR trace file in another format: Use a computer onto which EXFO FastReporter is already installed. MAX-700...

  • Page 194: Otdr Trace File Compatibility

    6.7 to 6.21 or 2.5 or 2.6 or 2.7 2.8 or later/ earlier 6.20 later earlier FTB-150 FTB-200 FTB-200 v2 FTB-1 AXS-100 MAX-700 ToolBox 5.5 Conv Conv Conv ToolBox 6.5 or Conv Conv Conv Conv earlier ToolBox 6.7 to Conv Conv...
  • Page 195 6.7 to 6.21 or 2.5 or 2.6 or 2.7 2.8 or later/ earlier 6.20 later earlier FTB-150 FTB-200 FTB-200 v2 FTB-1 AXS-100 MAX-700 FTB-100 2.6 or a,d, a,d,f FTB-100 2.8 or Conv Conv Conv later/ FTB-150 FTB-200 FTB-200 v2 FTB-1 AXS-100 MAX-700 Should be saved in or converted to FTB-100 (.ftb100) format.

  • Page 196: Copying, Moving, Renaming, Or Deleting Trace Files

    Copying, Moving, Renaming, or Deleting Trace Files If you want to copy, move, rename or delete trace files, you will have to process the files manually via File Manager available from MAX-700 software. For more information, refer to your unit help. MAX-700...

  • Page 197: Creating And Generating Reports

    (job ID, operators A and B, company, customer and comments). If you clear information from the Identification window, both the common and the specific information will be deleted. The information specific to other wavelengths will not be deleted (you must delete it manually). MAX-700...
  • Page 198 The information entered is saved with the trace and can be viewed or changed at any time using the same process. To clear all the information from the Identification window: Press the Clear All button. Note: The information appearing in the Date, Time, Unit, and Serial no. boxes cannot be deleted. MAX-700...

  • Page 199: Generating A Report

    (Auto or Advanced) that is selected. Auto Advanced Item appearing on the report mode mode Summary table: a single table containing the pass/fail status, the span loss, the span length, and span ORL for all the wavelengths. By default, this item is selected. MAX-700...
  • Page 200 ID, cable ID, location A and B. By default, this item is selected. Job information: test date and time (including the time zone), job ID and customer, operator A and Operator B, filename, and company. By default, this item is selected. MAX-700...
  • Page 201 Event table. Note: Selecting this item will not highlight the failed results in the report. You must configure the application to display fail or warning results from the OTDR setup and include the Event table item in your report. MAX-700...
  • Page 202 (one event per trace, that is, one per wavelength). By default, this item is selected. Once you generate a report, the application will keep in memory the items you have included in your reports for future use. MAX-700...
  • Page 203 Select the Include all traces item to generate a report for all traces (wavelengths) from the current file (available in Auto and Advanced modes only). 3. If you want to customize your report later, select the Save XML file check box. 4. Press Generate to start the process. MAX-700...
  • Page 204 6. If desired, modify the file name. MPORTANT If you specify the name of an existing trace, the original file will be overwritten and only the new file will be available. 7. Press Save to confirm. You will automatically return to the main window. MAX-700...

  • Page 205: Using The Otdr As A Light Source

    OTDR acquisition. The way the acquisition will be affected depends on the selected pulse width. Any incoming signal greater than 10 dBm could damage your MAX-700 permanently. For live-fiber testing, refer to the SM Live port specifications for the characteristics of the built-in filter. MAX-700...
  • Page 206 Using the OTDR as a Light Source To use your MAX-700 as a source: 1. Clean the connectors properly (see Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers on page 42). 2. Connect one end of the fiber under test to the OTDR port.
  • Page 207 6. Under Source, press Turn ON. You can stop light emission at any time by pressing Turn OFF. Using an EXFO power meter with tone-detection features, such as the FOT-930 or FPM-300, an operator at the other end will be able to quickly locate the correct fiber or perform loss measurements.

  • Page 209: 14 Setting Up Your Unit

    1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. 3. Move the slider until the screen appearance is to your liking. 4. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 210: Adjusting Microphone And Headphones Volume

    To adjust the microphone volume: 1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. 3. Under Volume, tap the Sound Options button. 4. Select the Voice tab. MAX-700...
  • Page 211 Setting Up Your Unit Adjusting Microphone and Headphones Volume 5. Under Voice recording, tap Volume. 6. Ensure that the microphone boost option is selected: 6a. From the Options menu, select Advanced Controls. 6b. Tap the Advanced button. MAX-700...
  • Page 212 7. Under Microphone, use the slider to adjust the sound of your microphone. Close the window when your settings are complete. 8. Tap OK to return to the Display & Sound window. 9. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...
  • Page 213 Note: You can also select the Mute check box if you want to quickly turn off the sound. Note: You can tap the Audio Mixer button if you want to refine the volume according to the source of the sound (Master Volume and Wave controls). 4. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 214: Recalibrating The Touchscreen

    You can stop the calibration process at any time, but the touchscreen will still need calibration. The parameters are taken into account only when the process is complete. To recalibrate the touchscreen: 1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. MAX-700...
  • Page 215 Setting Up Your Unit Recalibrating the Touchscreen 3. From the Calibration points list, select the desired number of points for the calibration. 4. Tap Calibrate. MAX-700...
  • Page 216 Display & Sound window. When the calibration is complete, you will return to the Display & Sound window automatically. 6. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 217: Enabling Or Disabling The Touchscreen Right-Click Feature

    Touchscreen on page 23). However, you can disable this feature if you prefer. To enable or disable the right-click of the touchscreen: 1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. 3. Under Touchscreen, tap the Touchscreen Options button. MAX-700...
  • Page 218 Setting Up Your Unit Enabling or Disabling the Touchscreen Right-Click Feature 4. Select the Setting tab. 5. Tap the Option button. MAX-700...
  • Page 219 Clear the check box if you prefer to disable the right-click. 7. Tap OK to confirm the changes. 8. Tap OK once again to close the touchscreen parameters window. 9. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 220: Customizing The On-Screen Keyboard

    Selecting the Language of Operation on page 215. To customize the appearance and behavior of the on-screen keyboard: 1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. 3. Under On-screen keyboard, tap the On-Screen Keyboard Options button. MAX-700...
  • Page 221 4. Configure the keyboard according to your needs. Note: You can access the online help related to the keyboard options by tapping the Help button. 5. When you have finished, tap Close. 6. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 222: Selecting The Startup Application

    Setting Up Your Unit Selecting the Startup Application Selecting the Startup Application The first time you start your unit, the MAX-700 software is displayed. However, you can configure your unit to automatically start in any of the available applications. The selected application or applications will start automatically the next time you turn on your unit after a shutdown (not in standby mode).
  • Page 223 Note: If necessary, you can use the scrolling arrows located at the right of the Module application and Utility applications lists to browse through the available items. Your changes are automatically saved. 4. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 224: Configuring Network Printers

    For more information on printing, see Printing Documents on page 233. To configure the printer: 1. On your unit, from the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Printers and Faxes. MAX-700...
  • Page 225 3. Select the HP Universal Printing PCL 6 item. 4. From the menu, select File > Printing Preferences. 5. Under Find a Printer, select Enter a Printer Address. 6. Enter the IP address of the printer that you want to configure, and then tap OK. MAX-700...
  • Page 226 Save As button. 11. Close the Printing Preferences window, and then close the Printers and Faxes window to return to the MAX-700 software window. The printer is now ready to use.

  • Page 227: Selecting The Language Of Operation

    Values are kept in memory even when you turn the unit off. MPORTANT The language setting of the VLC media player is independent of the language setting of the MAX-700 software. You must configure both separately. MAX-700...
  • Page 228 4. From the Language used in menus and dialogs list, select the desired language. 5. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to the Control Panel window. The new interface language will become available at the next startup. MAX-700...
  • Page 229 Setting Up Your Unit Selecting the Language of Operation To add new input languages: 1. From the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Regional and Language Options. 3. Select the Languages tab. MAX-700...
  • Page 230 Setting Up Your Unit Selecting the Language of Operation 4. Under Text services and input languages, tap Details. 5. Under Installed services, tap Add. 6. From the Input language list, select the desired language. MAX-700...
  • Page 231 3. From the list of languages, select the desired one. You are now ready to start entering text in the selected input language. Note: Modifying the input language does not modify the language of the interface. MAX-700...
  • Page 232 Windows, but you can select any other language. 5. Tap Save to confirm and close the application. Note: This operation has no impact on the date and time formats in Windows Embedded Standard and in the MAX-700 applications. MAX-700...

  • Page 233: Setting Date And Time Formats

    For information on how to adjust the date, the time, and the time zone, see Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone on page 224. Note: Modifying location, date and time settings will affect some of the Windows Embedded Standard settings. MAX-700...
  • Page 234 2. Double-tap Regional and Language Options. 3. Select the Regional Options tab. 4. Under Standards and formats, select the desired language. This will determine the date formats available for the time as well as the short and long dates. MAX-700...
  • Page 235 5a. Tap Customize to display the detailed settings. 5b. Select either the Time or Date tab, depending on the settings that you want to modify. 6. Modify the settings. 7. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to the Control Panel window. MAX-700...

  • Page 236: Adjusting The Date, Time And Time Zone

    For information on how to modify the format in which the date and time are displayed, see Setting Date and Time Formats on page 221. Note: Modifying date and time settings will affect some of the Windows Embedded Standard settings. MAX-700...
  • Page 237 1. From the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Date and Time. 3. Select the Date & Time tab. 4. Modify the settings according to your needs. 5. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to the Control Panel window. MAX-700...
  • Page 238 1. From the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Date and Time. 3. Select the Time Zone tab. 4. Modify the settings according to your needs. 5. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to the Control Panel window. MAX-700...

  • Page 239: Configuring The Power Management Options

    Configuring the Power Management Options Configuring the Power Management Options To get the optimum performance out of your MAX-700, your unit comes with predefined sets of parameters (schemes) to manage power. When you do not use the unit for a while, the display may be turned off to save power.
  • Page 240 (based on an existing power scheme). AUTION Your unit has been designed to manage power as well as battery alarms automatically. Never modify the parameters that appear on the Alarms tab. Doing so WILL prevent the unit from working properly. MAX-700...
  • Page 241 1. From the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Power Options. 3. From the Power Schemes list, select the desired predefined set of parameters. 4. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to the Control Panel window. MAX-700...
  • Page 242 OK. If you prefer to create a new power scheme, enter a new name,  and then tap OK. 6. Tap Apply to confirm the changes, and then OK to return to the Control Panel window. MAX-700...

  • Page 243: Configuring The Internet Options

    4. Modify the settings using the information provided by your network administrator. 5. Tap OK to return to the Control Panel window. Setting Other Parameters You can also configure other parameters via the Control Panel window. Refer to Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard documentation for details. MAX-700...

  • Page 245: 15 Working With Your Unit

    If you need more flexibility and a greater choice of report types, you can also transfer result files to a computer onto which applications such as EXFO FastReporter are installed. Note: Some applications may not offer print functions. MAX-700...
  • Page 246 To print documents: 1. Open a Web browser as follows: 1a. From the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab. 1b. Tap the Internet Explorer icon to open the browser. 2. Select the document that you want to print as follows: 2a.
  • Page 247 If you have selected the option to view the PDF file after its creation, the SumatraPDF reader will display the new file. 7d. If necessary, tap to close the SumatraPDF window. 8. Tap to close Internet Explorer and return to the Utilities tab. MAX-700...

  • Page 248: Viewing Pdf Files

    3. Double-tap the file. 4. The file opens automatically in the SumatraPDF application. Note: You can access the online help directly from the Help menu of the SumatraPDF application. You will need a connection to the Internet to view the online help. MAX-700...

  • Page 249: Taking Screen Captures

    Images are saved using the defined file format. By default, images are  created in .bmp format, but you can modify this parameter. By default, they are kept in the following folder: D:\Documents and Settings\Supervisor\My Documents\Screen Snapshot It is possible to modify the folder in which images are automatically saved. MAX-700...
  • Page 250 (the screen capture button is part of a floating toolbar that remains available until you close it). By default, this toolbar is located in the lower-right corner of the screen. However, you can move it to a location that better suits your needs. MAX-700...
  • Page 251 2. Once the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap the button. 3. From the floating toolbar, tap the button. The screen capture is automatically taken (a sound and visual effect typical of a camera taking a picture indicate that the capture is complete). MAX-700...

  • Page 252: Setting Storage Parameters For Screen Captures

    Similarly, if you have defined a destination folder on a USB key and this key is not connected to your unit when you take screen captures, the latter will be sent to the default folder. MAX-700...
  • Page 253 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. 3. Under Screen snapshot, tap the Screen Snapshot Options button. 4. Under Image format, select the option corresponding to the desired format. 5. Tap OK to confirm the changes and close the window. MAX-700...
  • Page 254 To modify the destination folder: 1. From the Main Menu, tap System Settings. 2. If necessary, from System Settings, tap Display & Sound. 3. Under Screen snapshot, tap the Screen Snapshot Options button. 4. Under Destination folder, tap Browse. MAX-700...
  • Page 255 5. From the Browse for Folder window, select the folder that you want to use to store the screen captures. If necessary, you can create a folder. 6. When your selection is made, tap OK. 7. Tap OK to confirm the changes and close the window. MAX-700...

  • Page 256: Reading Audio And Video Files

    Unit on page 246). For more information on how to configure the language of the media player, see Selecting the Language of Operation on page 215. For more information on how to use the video player, refer to the VideoLAN online help. MAX-700...
  • Page 257 Working with Your Unit Reading Audio and Video Files To read video or audio files: 1. From the MAX-700 software, select File Manager. 2. Locate the video or audio file that you want to read. 3. Double-tap the file. The media player starts reading automatically if the file format is recognized.

  • Page 258: Installing Adobe Flash Player On Your Unit

    Flash format. MPORTANT EXFO does not provide licenses for Adobe Flash Player. Contact Adobe to purchase a license that will entitle you to install Flash Player on your unit.
  • Page 259 7. Double-tap the downloaded file, and follow the on-screen instructions. Note: At this point, if you have used a USB memory key to transfer the installation files to your unit, you can remove it. You are now ready to read files in Flash format. MAX-700...

  • Page 260: Browsing The Web

    If you need to modify the Internet options, see Configuring the Internet Options on page 231. To browse the Web: 1. Open a Web browser as follows: 1a. From the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab. 1b. Tap the Internet Explorer icon to open the browser. MAX-700...

  • Page 261: Accessing Other Tools

    If you want one or more of these tools to start automatically at unit startup, see Selecting the Startup Application on page 210. To access tools: 1. From the MAX-700 software, select the Test Tools tab. 2. Tap the icon corresponding to the tool that you want to use. MAX-700...

  • Page 263: Using The Optional Built-In Power Meter And Vfl

    (dBm or W) or insertion loss (dB). The power meter can detect modulated signals (1 kHz, 2 kHz, and 270 Hz). The MAX-700 can also include a visual fault locator (VFL) to inspect or identify fibers. For more information on how to use the power meter or the VFL, refer to the power meter online help.

  • Page 265: 17 Inspecting Fibers With A Probe

    You cannot connect the probe directly to the USB port. 2. From the Main Menu, tap Probe to start the ConnectorMax application. Note: You can access the online help by tapping the button from the ConnectorMax application. MAX-700...

  • Page 267: 18 Managing Data

    Ethernet port to connect to a network (for transfer via VNC -  see Accessing Your Unit Remotely on page 287) internal Wi-Fi device (optional) to connect to a wireless network  internal Bluetooth device (optional) to transfer data via Bluetooth.  MAX-700...
  • Page 268 The free disk space is displayed next to the Available Flash on “D:\ (APP)” item. 3. When you have finished, tap OK to close System Information. To manage files or folders on your unit only: From Main Menu, select File Manager. MAX-700...
  • Page 269 3. When you have finished, remove the memory drive. Note: You can also use the USB Data Mover application to easily transfer files and folders to a USB key (see Transferring Files with the USB Data Mover Application on page 278). MAX-700...

  • Page 270: Transferring Data Via Bluetooth

    Some devices only allow data transfer between devices of the same make. In this case, you will need to use another type of device or a standard computer to transfer data from your MAX-700 unit. Your unit must be located within a 9-meter area from your computer (limitation of the Bluetooth technology).
  • Page 271 Data transfer from the computer to your unit is similar, except that data will be sent using the Bluetooth Transfer Wizard of the computer (Send a file option) and received by the unit (Receive a file option). MAX-700...
  • Page 272 1b. Double-tap Bluetooth Devices. 1c. From the Options tab, under Discovery, select the Turn discovery on check box. 1d. Ensure that the Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box is selected. 1e. Tap OK to confirm. MAX-700...
  • Page 273 2d. Tap OK to confirm. 3. On the computer, click the Bluetooth icon (located on the taskbar) and select Receive a file. 4. On your unit, from the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab. MAX-700...
  • Page 274 Managing Data Transferring Data via Bluetooth 5. Tap Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard. 6. From the Welcome window, tap Next. 7. Select Send a file and tap Next. MAX-700...
  • Page 275 Managing Data Transferring Data via Bluetooth 8. Select the computer to which you want to transfer data as follows: 8a. Tap Browse. 8b. Select the desired computer, and then tap OK to confirm. MAX-700...
  • Page 276 9. If you want to use a passkey, select the corresponding check box and enter the passkey. When you have finished, tap Next. 10. Tap Browse to select the file that you want to send to the computer. 11. Select the file, tap Open to confirm, and then Next. MAX-700...
  • Page 277 14. From the Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard on your computer, if necessary, modify the name of the received file and the storage location. Click Next to save the file. Click Finish to close the wizard. 15. On your unit, tap Finish to close the Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard. MAX-700...

  • Page 278: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    If you are not sure on how to proceed, see with your network administrator. 2. If it is not already done, configure the firewall as follows: 2a. From Main Menu, tap Setup. 2b. Double-tap Windows Firewall. 2c. Select the Exceptions tab. MAX-700...
  • Page 279 2d. Ensure that the File and Printer Sharing item is selected. 2e. Tap OK to confirm. 3. On your unit, from the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab. 4. Tap WiFi Connect. 5. Tap OK to acknowledge the message on how to display the list of wireless networks.
  • Page 280 Managing Data Connecting to a Wireless Network 6. Double-tap Wireless Network Connection. 7. If your unit is already connected to a wireless network, tap View Wireless Networks to display the list of wireless networks. MAX-700...
  • Page 281 Managing Data Connecting to a Wireless Network 8. From the Wireless Network Connection window, select the wireless network to which you want to connect. 9. Tap Connect. MAX-700...
  • Page 282 As soon as the connection is established, you can start working with the selected wireless network. When you have finished, from the Wireless Network Connection window, tap Disconnect to stop communication with the wireless network. MAX-700...

  • Page 283: Using The Usb To Rs-232 Adapter

    RS-232 (serial) ports, you have to use a USB/RS-232 adapter. MPORTANT Only the USB/RS-232 adapters sold by EXFO are supported. Once the adapter has been detected, the unit assigns it a COM port number (values begin at COM 3). This COM port number is kept in memory even when you turn the unit off.
  • Page 284 USB/RS-232 adapter MAX-700 Note: If the device that you want to use is a computer (not equipped with USB ports) you may want to use a null-modem serial cable as an “extension cable” between the device and the USB/RS-232 adapter.
  • Page 285 3a. On your unit, from the Main Menu, select Setup. 3b. Double-tap Device Manager. 3c. Expand the Ports (COM & LPT) list to retrieve the COM port number that has been assigned to the adapter and write it down. 3d. Close the Device Manager. MAX-700...
  • Page 286 Managing Data Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter 4. From your unit, configure the communication parameters as follows: 4a. From the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab, then tap PuTTY. 4b. Configure the parameters. Tree view From the tree view, select Connection > Serial and set the ...
  • Page 287 Note: The COM port number that you set on your device will probably differ from the one that you used on your unit. 6. From the device, establish communication with the unit using your favorite communication tool (PuTTY, HyperTerminal, etc.). MAX-700...

  • Page 288: Enabling Or Disabling The Bluetooth And Wi-Fi Devices

    As soon as you disable the Wi-Fi device, the Bluetooth is automatically disabled as well. You can enable the devices again at any time. To enable or disable the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices: 1. From the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Network Connections. MAX-700...
  • Page 289 Managing Data Enabling or Disabling the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Devices 3. Select Wireless Network Connection. 4. From the File menu, select Enable or Disable, according to your needs. MAX-700...

  • Page 290: Transferring Files With The Usb Data Mover Application

    By default, the application retrieves the files from all the folders appearing on the list of source folders. However, you can specify which folders you want to take into account. MAX-700...
  • Page 291 Note: The HOUR value will appear in a 24-hour format, regardless of your unit's time settings. To transfer files with the USB Data Mover: 1. Connect a USB storage device to one of the USB ports. 2. From the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab. 3. Tap USB Data Mover. MAX-700...
  • Page 292 5. If necessary, under Destination media, select the desired USB storage device. 6. Tap Copy. The files will remain on your unit after the transfer. 7. When you have finished, tap to exit the USB Data Transfer application. MAX-700...
  • Page 293 Managing Data Transferring Files with the USB Data Mover Application To manage the list of source folders: 1. From the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab. 2. Tap USB Data Mover. 3. Tap User Preferences. MAX-700...
  • Page 294 Transferring Files with the USB Data Mover Application 4. If you want to add your own folders to the list of source folders, proceed as follows: 4a. Tap Add a Folder. 4b. Select the desired folder, and then tap OK. MAX-700...
  • Page 295 Note: The application will not prompt you to confirm the removal of the folder from the list. 6. When you have finished, tap Close. Your changes are reflected automatically. All the newly added folders are selected by default. 7. Tap to exit the USB Data Transfer application. MAX-700...

  • Page 296: Using Your Unit As An Ftp Server

    USB key. 7. When the operation is complete, click Close, and then Exit to close the installation DVD window. 8. Disconnect the USB memory key from the computer and connect it to one of the USB ports of your unit. MAX-700...
  • Page 297 2. Insert the installation DVD into the CD/DVD drive of your computer. 3. From the DVD Main Menu, click Desktop Utilities. 4. Click FileZilla Client to start the installation. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. You are now ready to use the FTP client application from your computer. MAX-700...

  • Page 299: 19 Accessing Your Unit Remotely

    By default, all people that use TightVNC Client will enter the same password (as defined on the server). Each user to whom you provide the password will be able to connect to the unit via TightVNC. MAX-700...

  • Page 300: Working With Tightvnc

    TightVNC application you use to connect to your unit. If you do not want to manage two different sets of passwords, you can set all passwords to the same value. MAX-700...
  • Page 301 Know the IP address of the unit and provide it in the connection  settings on the computer. Know the password (same for all users by default).  This section provides you with the basic information to control your unit with TightVNC. For more information, refer to the TightVNC online help. MAX-700...
  • Page 302 To configure the TightVNC Server: 1. If you have configured TightVNC Server to start automatically when you turn on your unit, go directly to step 2. Otherwise, from the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab, then tap TightVNC Server Start.
  • Page 303 Accessing Your Unit Remotely Working With TightVNC 3. In the Primary password and View-only password boxes, type the desired passwords. Note: The two passwords are independent of each other. They do not have to be identical. 4. Tap Apply, and then OK. MAX-700...
  • Page 304 You can also create a Private Area Network with your Bluetooth  device (see Transferring Data via Bluetooth on page 258). 2. Turn on both the computer and the unit. 3. On your unit, in the MAX-700 software, go to Main Menu. Select System Info > Platform. MAX-700...
  • Page 305 Note: It may take a few seconds before you see the IP address on the list. 5. If you have configured TightVNC Server to start automatically when you turn on your unit, go directly to step 6. Otherwise, from the MAX-700 software, select the Utilities tab, then tap TightVNC Server Start.

  • Page 306: Configuring Tightvnc Server To Start Automatically

    TightVNC application you use to connect to your unit. If you do not want to manage two different sets of passwords, you can set all passwords to the same value. MAX-700...
  • Page 307 (and other parameters) if necessary. Tap OK to confirm. The new parameters are now taken into account. For more information on how to connect to your unit, see Connecting to Your Unit with TightVNC on page 292. 5. Tap to return to the MAX-700 software window. MAX-700...

  • Page 308: Adding Exceptions To The Firewall

    Internet by adding exceptions. If you are not sure about how to configure the firewall, see with your network administrator. To add exceptions to the firewall: 1. On your unit, from the Main Menu, tap Setup. 2. Double-tap Windows Firewall. MAX-700...
  • Page 309 3. Select the Exceptions tab. 4. Tap Add Program to add any application that you need. 5. When you have finished, tap OK (located at the bottom of the dialog box) to confirm the changes and return to the Control Panel window. MAX-700...

  • Page 311: 20 Maintenance

    ARNING The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or impair the protection provided by this unit. MAX-700...

  • Page 312: Cleaning Eui Connectors

    3. Slowly insert the cleaning tip into the EUI adapter until it comes out on the other side (a slow clockwise rotating movement may help). 4. Gently turn the cleaning tip one full turn, then continue to turn as you withdraw it. MAX-700...
  • Page 313 6c. With a dry lint-free wiping cloth, gently wipe the same surfaces to ensure that the connector and ferrule are perfectly dry. 6d. Verify connector surface with a portable fiber-optic microscope (for example, EXFO’s FOMS) or fiber inspection probe (for example, EXFO’s FIP). ARNING Verifying the surface of the connector WHILE THE UNIT IS ACTIVE WILL result in permanent eye damage.

  • Page 314: Cleaning Detector Ports

    4. While applying light pressure (to avoid breaking the detector window), gently rotate the cleaning tip on the detector window. 5. Repeat step 4 with a dry cleaning tip or blow dry with compressed air. 6. Discard the cleaning tips after one use. MAX-700...

  • Page 315: Cleaning The Touchscreen Of Your Max-700 Unit

    Recharging the Main Battery The main battery in your unit is a lithium-ion battery (four-cell format). The clock battery is recharged automatically along with the main battery. In the MAX-700 software, the charge status is shown above Main  Menu.
  • Page 316 10 °C and 40 °C (50 °F and 104 °F). Store below 50 °C (122 °F). Charge only with specified charger.  To recharge the main battery: Connect the unit to a power outlet using the AC adapter/charger. The charge cycle will start and end automatically. MAX-700...

  • Page 317: Replacing Batteries

    Replacing Batteries Your unit uses a four-cell battery that has been especially designed for EXFO. For this reason, you can only replace the main battery with a battery designed for your MAX-700. You can purchase new batteries and empty battery compartments (also known as “battery covers”) from EXFO.
  • Page 318 Shocks and drops may have loosened the battery inside its compartment. To avoid irremediable damage to the battery, always remove the battery compartment carefully, ensuring that the battery does not fall. 2c. Hold the battery compartment by its sides and pull it up carefully. MAX-700...
  • Page 319 You are now ready to replace the battery. To replace (or install) the main battery: 1. If you do not have a replacement battery, contact EXFO to purchase a new one. 2. Position the battery compartment so that you can view its hollow part.
  • Page 320 If necessary, slightly move the battery compartment until alignment is correct. 6. Lift the mobile part of the compartment screws and, while applying slight pressure, turn the screws clockwise until they are tightened. Note: You cannot replace the clock battery yourself. MAX-700...

  • Page 321: Verifying Your Max-700

    Deviation is measured to determine if the OTDR needs recalibration. Setting your OTDR to zero can only be done at EXFO. However, you can test your OTDR to verify the accuracy of its measurement origin. To measure the deviation: 1.
  • Page 322 Maintenance Verifying Your MAX-700 To evaluate the launch level: 1. Connect at least 2 km of fiber to the OTDR port. Ensure that the OTDR port and connectors are properly cleaned  and that the fiber settings are accurate (IOR, Helix factor and RBS).
  • Page 323 The position of the marker should be equal to the length of the jumper (± 2 m). For example, 8 to 12 m if the jumper is 10 m long. If the distance error is beyond this limit, return the OTDR to EXFO. MAX-700...
  • Page 324 If this is the case, carefully clean the connector. If the problem persists, change the output connector. If the problem remains even after changing the output connector, return the OTDR to EXFO. Note: This does not affect the precision of the distance or loss measurements.
  • Page 325 Maintenance Verifying Your MAX-700 To measure the dynamic range: 1. Connect the OTDR as indicated below. Other configurations are possible, such as the one explained in the section on how to determine measurement range, if you use the shortest fiber length from that setup.
  • Page 326 If this is the case, clean the connector. If the problem persists, change the output connector. If the problem remains even after changing the output connector, return the OTDR to EXFO. Note: This does not affect the precision of the distance or loss measurements.
  • Page 327 Maintenance Verifying Your MAX-700 To determine the measurement range (singlemode models only): 1. Connect the OTDR as indicated below. Other configurations are possible, but the fiber should have several sections longer than 2 km, with no loss greater than 8 dB and with the average attenuation not exceeding 1 dB/km.
  • Page 328 Maintenance Verifying Your MAX-700 2. Set the distance range to 80 km (singlemode fiber), the pulse width to the longest value available and the acquisition time to 180 seconds. The measurement range using the non-reflective event method represents the amount of attenuation (dB) between the launch level and a 0.5 dB splice (which can be detected and measured to an accuracy of ±...

  • Page 329: Recalibrating The Unit

    You should determine the adequate calibration interval for your unit according to your accuracy requirements. Under normal use, EXFO recommends calibrating your unit every year. Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) For complete recycling/disposal information as per European Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle.

  • Page 331: 21 Troubleshooting

    External keyboard has Disconnect the keyboard, and  working. not been detected. then connect it again. Turn off the unit, connect the  keyboard, and turn on the unit. Screen characters are Brightness is not set Adjust brightness. dim. properly. MAX-700...
  • Page 332 Ensure that the temperature in the charging. is too high or too low. location where you charge the batteries is within the specifications. AC adapter/charger is Ensure that the adapter/charger is not connected connected both to your unit and the properly. power outlet. MAX-700...
  • Page 333 Auto or Advanced main window, remains out of the select MM 50 μm. launch window (light If you are testing D fiber, from the  green rectangle) even Auto or Advanced main window, after cleaning and select MM 62.5 μm. verifying connection. MAX-700...
  • Page 334 Any incoming signal greater than – 20 dBm could damage your MAX-700 permanently. For live-fiber testing, refer to the SM Live port specifications for the characteristics of the built-in filter.
  • Page 335 The way the acquisition will be affected depends on the selected pulse width. Higher power levels will prevent acquisition from running. Verify network compatibility with the SM Live wavelength. Ensure that the network is not transmitting wavelengths greater than 1600 nm. MAX-700...

  • Page 336: Restoring Your Unit To Normal Operation

    Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation Your MAX-700 is set to start using the standard Windows startup sequence. However, you can also use the emergency system tools feature if you need check the disk integrity ...
  • Page 337 Press the ENTER key to select an item.  To restore the system partition: 1. Turn on the MAX-700. 2. While the system is displaying the boot menu (3 seconds), press the ARROW DOWN key on your keyboard to select the Maintenance and recovery mode.
  • Page 338 5. If you want to revert your unit to its initial state (most cases), select Factory recovery image. If you prefer to use an image file (provided by customer service, for example), select .wim file and use the Browse button to locate the file. MAX-700...
  • Page 339 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation 6. Tap Next to proceed to the next step. 7. Tap Next to start the restoration process. The unit will restart upon completion of the process. MAX-700...
  • Page 340 Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation To retrieve data from the D drive: 1. Turn on the MAX-700. 2. While the system is displaying the boot menu (3 seconds), press the ARROW DOWN key on your keyboard to select the Maintenance and recovery mode.
  • Page 341 A shaded check box indicates that not all of the files of subfolders are selected. 6. If the USB device you want to use is not connected to the unit, connect it now so that the system can find it. Tap Next. MAX-700...
  • Page 342 A progress bar indicates which files are being copied. If you tap Cancel while the transfer is in progress, any file that was copied onto the USB device will still be on the USB device. 9. Once the transfer is complete, tap Cancel to return to the main window. MAX-700...
  • Page 343 Troubleshooting Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation To verify disk integrity: 1. Turn on the MAX-700. 2. While the system is displaying the boot menu (3 seconds), press the ARROW DOWN key on your keyboard to select the Maintenance and recovery mode.
  • Page 344 5. Tap Next to start the disk analysis. Once the analysis is complete, you can view a report on each drive by tapping Details. 6. Tap OK once you have finished. 7. To exit the integrity analysis tool, tap Cancel to return to the main window. MAX-700...

  • Page 345: 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 346: Transportation

    Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping.  Avoid high humidity or large temperature fluctuations.  Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.  Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.  MAX-700...

  • Page 347: 22 Warranty

    22 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 348: 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 349: 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 350: Exfo Service Centers Worldwide

    Warranty EXFO Service Centers Worldwide EXFO Service Centers Worldwide If your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center. EXFO Headquarters Service Center 400 Godin Avenue 1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada) Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 Tel.: 1 418 683-5498...

  • Page 351: A Technical Specifications

    MPORTANT The following technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 710-P...
  • Page 352 The selected model may change without notice. c. At 23 ºC ± 1 ºC, 1550 nm and FC connector. With modules in idle mode. Battery operated. d. Up to 5 dBm. e. For ±0.05 dB, from 18 ºC to 28 ºC. MAX-700...

  • Page 353: B Description Of Event Types

    An arrow points to the location of the event type in the trace.  Most graphs show one complete trace; that is, an entire acquisition  range. Some graphs show only a portion of the entire range to view events of  interest more closely. MAX-700...

  • Page 354: Span Start

    This will set the end of the events table at a specific event along the trace. Short Fibers You can test short fibers with the application. You can even define a fiber span for short fibers by placing the span start and the span end on the same event. MAX-700...

  • Page 355: Continuous Fiber

    The fiber end was not detected because the analysis process ended  before reaching the end of the fiber. The acquisition distance range should therefore be increased to a  value greater than the fiber length. There is no loss or reflectance specified for continuous fiber events.  MAX-700...

  • Page 356: End Of Analysis

     signal-to-noise ratio was too low. The pulse width should therefore be increased so the signal reaches  the end of the fiber with a sufficient signal-to-noise ratio. There is no loss or reflectance specified for end-of-analysis events.  MAX-700...

  • Page 357: Non-Reflective Event

    A loss value is specified for non-reflective events. There is no  reflectance specified for this type of event. If you set thresholds, the application indicates a non-reflective fault in  the events table, whenever a value exceeds the loss threshold (see Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds on page 70). MAX-700...

  • Page 358: Reflective Event

    If you set thresholds, the application indicates a reflective fault in the  events table, whenever a value exceeds reflectance or connector loss thresholds (see Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds on page 70). MAX-700...

  • Page 359: Positive Event

    This event indicates a splice with an apparent gain, due to the junction of two fiber sections having different fiber backscatter characteristics (backscatter and backscatter capture coefficients). A loss value is specified for positive events. The loss specified does not indicate the true loss of the event. MAX-700...

  • Page 360: Launch Level

    The straight line is projected toward the Y-axis (dB) until it crosses the axis. The crossing point indicates the launch level. <<<< in the events table indicates that the launch level is too low.  MAX-700...

  • Page 361: Fiber Section

    A loss value is specified for fiber section events. No reflectance is  specified for this type of event. The attenuation (dB/distance in kilometers) is obtained by dividing the  loss by the fiber section length. MAX-700...

  • Page 362: Merged Event

    Non-reflective events may indicate the presence of splices, splitters or  bendings. A reflectance value is specified for all merged events and indicates the  maximum reflectance for the merged event. A reflectance value is also displayed for each reflective subevent composing the Merged Event. MAX-700...
  • Page 363 The total loss ( dB) equals the power difference between the  point where the first event begins (point A) and the point on the projected straight line located just below the first event (point B). No loss value can be specified for the subevents.  MAX-700...
  • Page 364 Only some event types are selected (for example, you could decide not  to test reflective loss) The third case would be to test none of the event types, which means the same as not wanting to know the status of the events. MAX-700...
  • Page 365 Pass/Fail Analysis Pass  x Th = (2 x 0.5) + (1 x 0.2) = 1.2 Pass Fail If the merged event loss is smaller than or equal to 1.2, then the status is Pass. Otherwise, it is Fail. MAX-700...
  • Page 366 Pass. Otherwise, we cannot know, so the status of the event is Unknown. In our example, if we suppose that you chose not to test non-reflective losses, then the analysis would be done as shown below: Pass Pass Unknown Unknown MAX-700...
  • Page 367 Pass. If an event status is Unknown, the trace status remains the same. In  other words, the event, in this case, has no influence on the trace status. To avoid Unknown statuses, do not unselect loss thresholds individually. MAX-700...

  • Page 368: Echo

    (reflectance and particular position with respect to other reflections). The distance between the second connector reflection and the end  connector reflection is equal to the distance between the end connector reflection and the echo. There is no loss specified for echo events.  MAX-700...

  • Page 369: Reflective Event (Possible Echo)

    Since this event is almost null (no loss), and since its distance is a multiple of the third connector distance, The application would interpret it as a possible echo. A reflectance value is specified for reflective events (possible echo).  MAX-700...

  • Page 371: Index

    ........333 browsing Web ........... 248 analysis buttons, trace editing in events table ..117 after acquisition......68, 155 buttons, zoom. see controls, zoom fiber span ..........157 thresholds, detection ....137, 152 thresholds, pass/fail ....... 70 traces........... 158 MAX-700...
  • Page 372 ........11 between events........170 creating PDF files........233 equation ..........8 Cumul. column in events table ....116 range ............. 63 cumulative loss.......... 116 documents, printing ........233 current, electrical ........16 dual-boot ..........324 customer service........337 MAX-700...
  • Page 373 EUI connectors, cleaning ......300 locating event ........117 event trace editing buttons ......117 deleting ..........146 EXFO universal interface. see EUI description of types ......341 Explorer, Internet........248 difference with fault ........ 8 external power supply ......... 15 distance measurement......
  • Page 374 LSA measurement method too low ..........48, 87 definition ..........176 input current ..........16 vs. four-point ........171 inserting comments ........148 vs. two-point ........176 installing, Flash Player ....... 246 integrity, data ........... 331 Internet, Explorer ........248 MAX-700...
  • Page 375 AC ........16 in events table ........116 power supply..........15 of the event ......... 116 precision, trace ..........66 predefined folders ........278 printing documents ........233 product identification label ....... 333 specifications ........339 MAX-700...
  • Page 376 155 fiber span..........75 recalibration ..........317 pass/fail thresholds ........ 70 Refl. column in events table ...... 116 shipping to EXFO........337 reflectance signal-to-noise ratio ........64 attenuation.......... 178 software detection threshold ..... 137, 152 options ..........33 modification ........
  • Page 377 ....51, 56 pass, fail, warning ......... 72 storage, in different formats ....181 reflectance ..........70 swapping ..........161 reflectance detection ....137, 152 trace display setting pass/fail.........70–71 behavior on zoom........ 125 span length ........... 70 clearing traces........134 MAX-700...
  • Page 378 ..176 type in events table ........116 of event ..........116 unchangeable events ........ 140 undeletable events ........146 unit repairing ..........15 restoring ..........325 unit recalibration........317 UPC connectors, detecting ......158 updating span position ......157 MAX-700...
  • Page 379 CHINESE REGULATION ON RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES NAMES AND CONTENTS OF THE TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OR ELEMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS EXFO PRODUCT EXFO Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006...
  • Page 380 MARKING REQUIREMENTS Product Environmental protection use period (years) Logo This Exfo product EXFO Battery If applicable.
  • Page 381 Tel.: 1 978 367-5600 · Fax: 1 978 367-5700 EXFO NETHAWK Elektroniikkatie 2 FI-90590 Oulu, FINLAND Tel.: +358 (0) 403 010 300 · Fax: +358 (0) 8 564 5203 TOLL-FREE (USA and Canada) 1 800 663-3936 © 2012 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada (2012-06) ...

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