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Please direct all inquiries to your local Viavi sales company. The addresses can be found at: www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/contact-sales-expert A description of additional instrument features can be found at: www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/products/network-test-and-certification Copyrights This product or parts of this product are based on recommendations and/or standards from the standardization section of the International Telecommunication Union –...
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NTRODUCTION YMBOLS USED IN THIS OPERATING MANUAL Symbols used in this operating manual Various elements are used in this operating manual to draw attention to special meanings or important points in the text. Symbols and terms used in warnings The following warnings, symbols and terms are used in this document in compliance with the American National Standard ANSI Z535.6-2011: NOTICE...
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NTRODUCTION YMBOLS USED IN THIS OPERATING MANUAL Warning format All warnings have the following format: WARNING Type and source of danger Consequences of ignoring the warning Action needed to avoid danger. The following character formats are used in this operating manual: Requirement This requirement must be met first;...
AFETY NFORMATION ARNING SYMBOLS ON THE DEVICE AFETY NFORMATION Warning symbols on the device Warning symbols indicating a potential hazard A warning symbol on the device indicates a potential hazard. In all cases where the a warning symbol is shown on the display or labeled on the device, the operating manual must be consulted to learn more about the nature of the potential hazard and any actions that have to be taken.
AFETY NFORMATION ASER SAFETY Laser safety WARNING Dangerous laser radiation Laser radiation can cause irreparable damage to the eyes and skin. This device is a Class 1 laser product according to DIN EN 60825-1:2014. Observe the following instructions when working with this device and laser systems in general: Connect all optical fibers before switching on the radiation source.
AFETY NFORMATION ENTILATION WARNING Explosion danger Dry batteries must not be recharged. The OLS-34V2/-35V2/-36V2/-38V2 does not have a recharge function for rechargeable batteries, so there is no danger when using dry batteries. Read the manual of the external charging device. Ventilation NOTICE Insufficient ventilation...
This is particularly likely if the packaging is visibly damaged. If there is damage, do not attempt to operate the device. Doing so can cause further damage. In case of damage, please contact your local Viavi Sales Company. Addresses can be found at www.viavisolutions.com. Recovery following storage/shipping Condensation can occur if a device that is stored or shipped at a low temperature is brought into a warm room.
ETTING TARTED EVICE OVERVIEW Device overview OLS-36 OLS-35 Test head cover SC adapter. OLS-36: Port A (SM, left), Port B (MM, right) Display Key pad Representation in the user manual: [] Context sensitive keys (here left key is selected) Mode/Settings key [MODE] Laser on/off [ON/OFF]...
ETTING TARTED OWER SUPPLY Keys The key pad contains two types of keys: • Contex t sensitive keys: The functions of these keys depend on the selected mode or menu and is shown in the display above the key. • Function keys: The functions of these keys are always the same and shown on the key itself.
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ETTING TARTED OWER SUPPLY Battery operation WARNING Dangers when handling batteries Handling batteries may be dangerous. Please note the following safety instructions. Please note the battery operation safety information in the section “Battery operation” on page Replacing the batteries Do not replace individual batteries. Always change both batteries at the same time.
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Any dry or rechargeable batteries that you purchased from Viavi can be returned to one of our Service Centers for disposal. Operation from AC power...
PERATION WITCHING THE DEVICE ON PERATION Switching the device on/off The OLS-3xV2 has two battery power modes: Mode Icon Description Permanent ON The device is switched on (PERM) permanently. Automatic OFF The device switches off 20 minutes (ECON) after the last operation. This function is only available when the device is powered from batteries.
PERATION ISPLAY ELEMENTS Display elements The following elements can be found in the display. - - Display of one power level in Single mode. Display of two power levels in Multi mode. 1 – Status bar Auto- Selected/active mode Multi- [MODE] The mode can be changed via the key.
PERATION ETTINGS MENU The Settings menu The following settings can be changed in the settings menu. To open the settings menu long press [MENU]. Item Settings Description 1...12 Press [ ] to change Hour setting: 1...59 – Press once to change one Minute step at a time.
330 Hz 1000 Hz 2000 Hz CW ... Selecting Auto-Lambda mode Auto- is a special feature developed by Viavi that allows you to identify wavelengths automatically. To do this, the signal is modulated at a certain frequency, which can be detected by an Auto-...
When using the USB interface the SmartReporter allows you to easily transfer stored measurement data to a PC and to update the firmware. The SmartReporter reporting tool is offered by Viavi for free and can be download from: https://updatemyunit.net/ > Application Software.
Do not open the instrument for maintenance or service. Service shall be performed by Viavi trained personnel only. Cleaning the test port It is a good idea to check that the optical connections are clean and to clean them if necessary before starting measurements.
AINTENANCE LEANING THE INSTRUMENT Cleaning the instrument If the device gets dirty through use, you can clean it using a soft cloth moistened with a mild solution of detergent. NOTICE Water and cleaning fluids The instrument may be damaged or destroyed if water or cleaning fluids penetrate it.
PECIFICATIONS OLS-36 OLS-36 Source type • Port A LASER • Port B Fiber type • Port A Singlemode (SM) 9/125 • Port B Multimode (MM) 50/125 Optical interface 2 SC adapters Auto- mode Modulation frequencies CW, 270 Hz, 330 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz Multi-...
PECIFICATIONS ENERAL SPECIFICATIONS General specifications Calibration Recommended recalibration 3 years interval interval Power Supply Dry batteries 2 x AA, 1.5 V (never use batteries based on lithium) Rechargeable batteries NiMH, 2 x AA, 1.2 V Power consumption 2.5 W max. AC line operation With separate 5 V DC USB adapter.
RDERING NFORMATION EVICES RDERING NFORMATION Devices OLS-34 LED Source, 850/1300 nm, MM 50/125 SC adapter OLS-34V2 OLS-35 Laser Source, 1310/1550 nm, SM 9/125 SC adapter OLS-35V2 OLS-36 LED Source, 850/1300 nm, MM 50/125 Laser Source, 1310/1550 nm, SM 9/125 SC adapter OLS-36V2 OLS-38 Laser Source, 1310/1550/1625 nm, SM 9/125...
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Hazardous materials Viavi avoids or uses with care any hazardous or dangerous material in the manufacturing process or the end product. If the use of a dangerous material cannot be avoided, it is identified in product documentation and clearly labeled on the product itself.
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EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, 2012/ 19/EU, and the EU Battery Directive, 2006/66/EC. Instructions for returning waste equipment and batteries to JDSU can be found in the WEEE section of Viavi's Standards and Policies web page (https://www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/ corporate/legal/policies-standards#sustain).
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