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Fluke OF-500-13 OptiFiber Technical Reference Handbook (278 pages)

OF-500 Series OptiFiber

Brand: Fluke | Category: Test Equipment | Size: 5.39 MB

Table of Contents
5
Chapter 1 Getting Acquainted

21
- Overview of Features
  21
- Registration
  22
- Additional Resources for Cable Testing Information
  22
- Contacting Fluke Networks
  23
- Unpacking
  23
  - Model OF-500-02
    24
  - Model OF-500-10
    25
  - Model OF-500-15
    26
  - Model OF-500-45
    27
- Powering the Tester
  28
  - Charging the Battery
    28
  - Checking the Battery Status
    28
- Battery Pack Feature
  29
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30
- Removing the Module
  31
  - Basic Features
    32
    
    Front Panel Features
    32
    
    Side and Top Panel Features
    34
    
    The HOME Screen
    36
    
    Using the Setup Menus
    38
    
    Checking the Software and Hardware Versions
    40
    
    Using the Online Help
    40
    
    Overview of Memory Features
    41
    
    Using the Memory Card
    41
    
    Using the Internal Memory
    42
    
    Using an External Keyboard
    42
    
    Using an External Keyboard
    43
    
    Setting User Preferences
    44
    
    Changing the Date, Time, and Numeric Formats
    44
    
    Changing the Length Units
    44
    
    Enabling or Disabling the Save Warning
    44
    
    Adjusting the Display Brightness
    44
    
    Using the Power down Timer
    45
    
    Enabling or Disabling the Beeper
    45
    
    Changing the Logo on the HOME Screen
    46
    
    Enabling Software Options
    46
    
    About Linkware and Linkware Stats Software
    47
Chapter 2 Getting Started Testing Fiber

49
Chapter 3 Using the OTDR

77
- Setting up for OTDR Testing
  77
- Launch Only Compensation Connections
  82
- Launch + Fiber + Receive Compensation Connections
  83
- OTDR Trace with Launch Compensation Enabled
  84
  - Settings for OTDR Tests
    85
  - OTDR Connection Quality
    89
- Traces Showing Good and Bad OTDR Connections
  90
  - Progress Screen for Extended Test Times (OFTM-573X Modules)
    91
  - Running the OTDR Test
    92
- Connecting the OTDR to Installed Fiber (no Receive Fiber)
  93
- Connecting the OTDR to Installed Fiber (with Receive Fiber)
  94
- Connecting the OTDR to Spooled Cable
  95
  - Looking at OTDR Test Results
    96
    
    Reading the SUMMARY Screen
    96
    
    Reading the OTDR Trace
    98
- Typical OTDR Trace Features
  100
  - Using the Measurement Cursor
    102
  - Zooming the Trace
    103
  - Reading the Event Table
    104
    
    Event Types
    106
    
    Sorting Events
    112
    
    OTDR DETAILS Screens
    113
    
    Warning Messages
    113
    
    Attenuation Coefficient
    113
    
    ORL (Optical Return Loss)
    113
    
    Segment Attenuation Coefficient
    113
    
    Reflectance
    113
  - Bi-Directional Testing
    114
  - Comparing OTDR Traces
    115
- OTDR Functions Menu
  116
  - Comparing OTDR Traces
    117
  - Using the Real Time Trace
    119
  - Using Manual OTDR Mode
    121
  - Diagnosing OTDR Test Failures
    126
Chapter 4 Using the Channelmap Function

133
- Running the Test
  133
- Equipment for Channelmap Tests
  134
- Channelmap Test Connections
  135
  - Channelmap Diagram Features
    136
  - Running the Test
    139
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140
- Equipment for Faultmap Tests
  140
Chapter 5 Using the Faultmap Function

141
- Running the Test
  141
- Faultmap Test Connections
  141
  - Faultmap Diagram Features
    142
Chapter 6 Using the Fiberinspector Option

145
- Using the Probe
  146
- Using the Fiberinspector Probe
  147
- Fiberinspector Screen
  148
  - Fiberinspector Image Examples
    150
  - Getting a Good Image
    151
  - Using the Core Scale
    152
Chapter 7 Using the Loss/Length Option

153
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182
Chapter 8 Using the Visual Fault Locator

197
- Visual Fault Locator Applications
  197
- Using the VFL
  198
- Using the Visual Fault Locator
  200
- Running the Test
  202
- Equipment for Power Meter Tests
  203
- Connections for Monitoring Optical Power
  204
  - Power Meter Results
    205
  - If the Power Reading Is Low
    206
Chapter 10 Memory Functions

207
- About Saving Tests
  207
- Memory Capacity and Card Sizes Supported
  208
- Formatting a Memory Card
  209
- Memory Card Care
  211
- Reviewing and Managing Saved Records
  211
- About Memory Card Folders
  214
  - Changing or Creating Folders
    214
  - Deleting Folders
    214
  - Viewing Folders on a PC
    215
Chapter 11 Creating Custom Fiber Types and Test Limits

217
- Creating Custom Fiber Types
  217
- Creating Custom Test Limits
  220
- LIMIT TABLE EDITOR Screen
  221
  - Selecting a Custom Limit
    224
  - If the Limit or Fiber Type Is Not Valid
    224
Chapter 12 Maintenance and Specifications

225
- Maintenance
  225
  - Updating the Tester's Software
    226
    
    Updating Via the USB or Serial Port
    227
    
    Updating Via a Memory Card Created with Linkware
    227
    
    Copying Settings between Testers
    229
    
    Copying Settings with Linkware
    229
    
    Copying Settings with a Memory Card
    229
  - Optical Connector Care
    229
  - Replacing Reference Test Cords and Launch Fibers
    230
  - Replacing the Battery
    230
  - Cleaning
    230
  - Storage
    230
  - Calibration
    231
- If Something Seems Wrong
  231
- Options and Accessories
  231
- Specifications
  234
- Event and Attenuation Deadzone Measurement Methods
  239
Chapter 9 Power

249
- Traceable Calibration Period
  249
- Certifications and Compliance
  249
- Memory for Test Results
  249
- Serial Interfaces
  250
- Keyboard Port
  251
- Video Port for Fiberinspector Probe
  251
- Dimensions (with Module and Battery Installed)
  251
- Weight (with Module and Battery Installed)
  251
- Display
  251
- Fan
  251
Optifiber Certifying OTDR Technical Reference Handbook

252
- Fiberinspector Probe Specifications
  252
- Regulatory Information
  253
Appendix A Test Method Reference Table

257
Appendix B Loss Test Methods

257
Appendix C Common Causes of Fiber Link Failures

267
Index

269

Fluke OF-500-13 OptiFiber Technical Reference Handbook (282 pages)

OF-500 OptiFiber series

Brand: Fluke | Category: Measuring Instruments | Size: 5.19 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Getting Acquainted

19
- Overview of Features
  19
- Registration
  20
- Contacting Fluke Networks
  21
- Unpacking
  21
  - Model OF-500-02
    22
  - Model OF-500-10
    23
  - Model OF-500-15
    24
  - Model OF-500-45
    25
- Powering the Tester
  26
  - Charging the Battery
    26
  - Checking the Battery Status
    26
- Changing the Language
  28
- Removing and Installing the Module
  28
- Verifying Operation
  28
- Basic Features
  30
  - Front Panel Features
    30
  - Side and Top Panel Features
    32
  - The HOME Screen
    34
  - Using the Setup Menus
    36
  - Checking the Software and Hardware Versions
    38
  - Using the Online Help
    38
  - Overview of Memory Features
    39
    
    Using the Memory Card
    39
    
    Using the Internal Memory
    40
  - Using an External Keyboard
    40
- Setting User Preferences
  42
- Enabling Software Options
  45
- About Linkware and Linkware Stats Software
  45
2 Getting Started Testing Fiber

47
3 Using the OTDR

75
- Setting up for OTDR Testing
  75
- OTDR Connection Quality
  88
- Progress Screen for Extended Test Times (OFTM-573X Modules)
  90
- Running the OTDR Test
  91
- Looking at OTDR Test Results
  96
  - Reading the SUMMARY Screen
    96
  - Reading the OTDR Trace
    98
  - Using the Measurement Cursor
    102
  - Zooming the Trace
    103
  - Reading the Event Table
    104
    
    Event Types
    106
    
    Sorting Events
    111
  - OTDR DETAILS Screens
    112
    
    Warning Messages
    112
    
    Attenuation Coefficient
    112
    
    ORL (Optical Return Loss)
    112
    
    Segment Attenuation Coefficient
    112
    
    Reflectance
    112
- Bi-Directional Testing
  113
- Comparing OTDR Traces
  113
- Using the Real Time Trace
  118
- Using Manual OTDR Mode
  120
- Diagnosing OTDR Test Failures
  125
4 Using the Channelmap Function

131
- Running the Test
  131
- Channelmap Diagram Features
  134
5 Using the Fiberinspector Option

137
- Using the Probe
  138
- Fiberinspector Image Examples
  142
- Getting a Good Image
  143
- Using the Core Scale
  144
6 Using the Loss/Length Option

145
- Overview of Features
  145
- About Smart Remotes
  146
- Changing the Connector Adapter
  146
- Cleaning the Loss/Length Connectors
  149
  - Cleaning the OUTPUT Connector
    149
  - Cleaning the INPUT Connector
    149
- Verifying Operation
  150
- Loss/Length Test Settings
  150
- About Method B Connections
  157
- About Setting the Reference
  157
- Using Mandrels for Testing Multimode Fiber
  159
- Testing in Smart Remote Mode
  161
- Testing in Loopback Mode
  168
- Testing in Far End Source Mode
  176
- Bi-Directional Testing
  184
  - Bi-Directional Testing in Smart Remote or Loopback Mode
    184
  - Bi-Directional Testing in Far End Source Mode
    184
- Diagnosing Loss/Length Test Failures
  184
- Finding Connections with Findfiber
  187
  - Using Findfiber in Smart Remote Mode
    187
  - Using Findfiber in Loopback Mode
    190
7 Using the Visual Fault Locator

193
- Visual Fault Locator Applications
  193
- Using the VFL
  194
8 Using the Power Meter Option

197
- Running the Test
  198
  - Using Auto Wavelength Detection with Simplifiber Sources (OFTM-5731 and OFTM-5732 Modules)
    198
  - Power Meter Results
    201
- If the Power Reading Is Low
  202
9 Memory Functions

203
- About Saving Tests
  203
- Memory Capacity and Card Sizes Supported
  204
- Formatting a Memory Card
  204
- Memory Card Care
  206
- Reviewing and Managing Saved Records
  206
- About Memory Card Folders
  209
  - Changing or Creating Folders
    209
  - Deleting Folders
    209
  - Viewing Folders on a PC
    210
10 Creating Custom Fiber Types and Test Limits

211
- Creating Custom Fiber Types
  211
- Creating Custom Test Limits
  214
- Selecting a Custom Limit
  218
- If the Limit or Fiber Type Is Not Valid
  218
11 Maintenance and Specifications

219
- Maintenance
  219
  - Updating the Tester's Software
    220
    
    Updating Via the USB or Serial Port
    221
    
    Updating Via a Memory Card Created with Linkware
    221
  - Optical Connector Care
    223
  - Replacing Reference Test Cords and Launch Fibers
    223
  - Replacing the Battery
    223
  - Cleaning
    224
- Storage
  224
- Calibration
  224
- If Something Seems Wrong
  225
  - Getting Help
    225
- Options and Accessories
  228
- Specifications
  235
  - OTDR Specifications for OFTM-561Xb Multimode Modules
    236
  - OTDR Specifications for OFTM-573X Singlemode Modules
    239
  - Power Meter Specifications
    243
  - Loss/Length Specifications
    245
  - Power
    250
  - Traceable Calibration Period
    250
  - Certifications and Compliance
    250
  - Memory for Test Results
    250
  - Serial Interfaces
    251
  - Keyboard Port
    252
  - Video Port for Fiberinspector Probe
    252
  - Dimensions (with Module and Battery Installed)
    252
  - Weight (with Module and Battery Installed)
    252
  - Display
    252
  - Fan
    252
  - Fiberinspector Probe Specifications
    253
Appendices

255
- A Test Method Reference Tables
  255
- Loss Test Methods
  259
- Common Causes of Fiber Link Failures
  273
Index

275

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5 Using the Fiberinspector Option

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