Operating Your Tunable Laser Source; Cleaning And Connecting Optical Fibers - EXFO IQS-2600B User Manual

6 Operating your Tunable Laser
Source

Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers

To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings:
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To connect the fiber-optic cable to the port:
1. Inspect the fiber using a fiber inspection microscope. If the fiber is
clean, proceed to connecting it to the port. If the fiber is dirty, clean it as
explained below.
2. Clean the fiber ends as follows:
2a. Gently wipe the fiber end with a lint-free swab dipped in isopropyl
2b. Use compressed air to dry completely.
2c. Visually inspect the fiber end to ensure its cleanliness.
Tunable Laser Source
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.
Ensure that your patchcord has appropriate connectors. Joining
mismatched connectors will damage the ferrules.
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