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- Page 1 PM-800N Optical Power Meter User Manual Version:1.4 Date: 17.3.2025...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PM-800N User Manual Content General Provisions .................... 2 Introduction ...................... 3 Properties ......................3 Application ....................... 4 Accessories ...................... 4 Technical specifications ..................5 Safety instructions .................... 6 Maintenance ..................... 6 8.1. Battery ....................... 6 8.2. Instrument ....................7 8.3. -
Page 3: General Provisions
OPTOKON, a.s. is not responsible for the loss or damage of the product due to natural disasters or other effects of natural conditions. OPTOKON, a.s. -
Page 4: Introduction
PM-800N User Manual 2. Introduction The PM-800N optical power meter is designed for measuring the absolute or relative level of optical signal in optical networks or fiber optic systems. The device is easy to operate and its functions ideal for field measurements. It should be in the equipment of every technician who deals with the construction or maintenance of optical routes. -
Page 5: Application
PM-800N User Manual 4. Application • Measurement of absolute or relative level of optical signal, measurement of optical networks • Measurement of output/input level of optical transceivers • Attenuation measurement of optical fibers, connectors, splices and other components in cooperation with the LS-800/LS-800N optical radiation source •... -
Page 6: Technical Specifications
PM-800N User Manual 6. Technical specifications PM-800N PM-800N-SI Notes: Photodetector 1 mm InGaAs 3.6 mm Si CWDM: 1270,1290,1310,1330,1350, 635, 650, 850, 880, 1370,1390,1410,1430,1450,1470,1490 Working wavelengths 1383 nm – Water Peak 910, 940. 980 nm 1510,1530,1550,1570,1590,1610 nm Next: 850,980,1300,1383,1625 nm -60 dBm to +10... -
Page 7: Safety Instructions
30%. The recommended charging time for the batteries is 12 to 14 hours. • If the PM-800N will be stored for a long time, please charge the battery to 80% before storing it. Batteries are discharged during storage. •... -
Page 8: Instrument
PM-800N User Manual 1310nm 1310nm 19 nW 19 nW -48.95 dBm LOSS Battery charging Battery is discharging 8.2. Instrument • Store and transport the device in the transport case. • If possible, do not use the device in strong sunlight. -
Page 9: Optical Connector Connection
PM-800N User Manual Discard the used pad. Attenuators Clean the connector in the same way (see above) and blow the other end dry with clean compressed air. Clean bulkhead attenuators only by blowing with clean compressed air. Adapters Moisten one end of a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol. -
Page 10: Device Description, Control Keys
PM-800N User Manual 9. Device description, control keys Detector input port with FC adapter LCD display USB port (charging) Control keys Display ON/OFF key backlight key [ON/OFF] Turns the key ON/OFF. When turned ON, the display will show the device type, firmware version, and serial number. -
Page 11: Menu #1 - Absolute Measurement
Setting the desired wavelength (see point 10, page 22) or AWD mode (automatic wavelength detection). In the automatic wavelength detection mode, the display will show "AWD". Note: To use this function, the LS-800N optical radiation source must cooperate with the PM-800N optical power meter. [LOSS] Activation of the relative measurement mode (unit "dB"). -
Page 12: Menu #2 - Relative Measurement
Enter menu #3.Working with internal memory. 9.3. Menu #3 – Operation with internal memory The memory of the PM-800N is structured into two levels. The measured values are stored in the FIBER memory positions and in the CABLE directories, see the figure below. -
Page 13: Storage Of Measured Values
PM-800N User Manual CABLE001 FIBER001 FIBER002 FIBER003 FIBER004 FIBER005 FIBER006 ....FIBERXXX CABLE002 FIBER001 FIBER002 FIBER003 FIBER004 FIBER005 FIBER006 ....FIBERXXX ....CABLEXXX FIBER001 FIBER002 FIBER003 FIBER004 FIBER005 FIBER006 ....FIBERXXX After pressing the [MEM] key from Menu#1 or Menu#2, the following menu appears. - Page 14 PM-800N User Manual 2. Use the [- CABLE +] keys to select the directory where you want to save the data. The display shows the number of values already stored in this directory. Next, press the [FIBER] key. 3. The device will offer you the first free FIBER memory slot in the selected CABLE directory.
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Page 15: Viewing Measured Values
PM-800N User Manual 9.3.2. Viewing measured values 1. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to select "BROWSE RESULTS" and press [OK]. 2. Use the [- CABLE +] keys to select the appropriate folder. The display shows the number of stored values in this directory. Next, press the [FIBER] key. -
Page 16: Home
This test measures the difference in performance between the input and output of a link. For this test, the PM-800N optical power meter and the LS-800N light source are used, with the LS-800N being the transmitter and the PM-800N the receiver. -
Page 17: Method C2
In method C2, a single master patch cable with its attenuation set to 0 is used to set the reference. 10.2.1. Reference Settings Connect the master patchcord to the PM-800N optical power meter Connect the other end of the master patchcord to the LS-800N optical light source Turn on the source and set the desired wavelength by "λ."... -
Page 18: Attenuation Measurement
PM-800N User Manual 10.2.2. Attenuation measurement 1. Do not disconnect the masterpatch cord from the source 2. Disconnect the master patchcord from the meter 3. Connect the cable under test (DUT) between the power meter and the master patchcord connected to the light source with a adapter. -
Page 19: Method C3
10.3.1. Reference Settings Connect the first master patchcord to the PM-800N meter. Connect the second master patchcord to the LS-800N light source. Connect the patchcords with a measuring adapter. Turn on the source and set the desired wavelength by "λ."... -
Page 20: Attenuation Measurement
PM-800N User Manual 10.3.2. Attenuation measurement 1. Do not disconnect the master patchcords from the light source and power meter 2. Disconnect the connection of two master patchcords 3. Connect the cable under test (DUT) between the two master patchcords using an additional coupling measuring adapter. -
Page 21: Remote Control And Data Transfer
PM-800N User Manual 11. Remote control and data transfer You can control the PM-800N measuring device from a connected PC using the following methods: 1. Using terminal applications (Hyper Terminal, Putty, Tera Term, etc.) 2. With the dedicated OPTOKON app for controlling measuring instruments. - Page 22 PM-800N User Manual 3. Select the COM port that the device is connected to, the application connects, displays the device model and serial number, and starts mirroring the device display in the application window 4. From the main view, you can cycle between wavelengths, switch between relative and absolute modes, and set reference measurements 5.
- Page 23 9. You can use the "Firmware upgrade" field to upload new firmware to the device, this is limited to the official firmware issued by OPTOKON 10. Use the "Select wavelengths" field to switch which wavelengths from the supported list are displayed in the meter interface, confirm by pressing the "Save"...
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Page 24: Contact
Tel.: +420 564 040 111 info@optokon.com www.optokon.com is a registered trademark of OPTOKON, a.s. Other names and trademarks mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. No part of the document may be reproduced under any conditions or in any form –...
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