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Fluke OF-500 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

Fluke OF-500 OptiFiber User Manual (134 pages)

Certifying OTDR

Brand: Fluke | Category: Test Equipment | Size: 3.41 MB

Table of Contents
5
Overview of Features
11
Accessing the Technical Reference Handbook
12
Registration
12
Contacting Fluke Networks
13
Unpacking
14
- Model OF-500-01
  14
- Model OF-500-02
  14
- Model OF-500-03
  15
- Model OF-500-10
  15
- Model OF-500-13
  16
- Model OF-500-15
  16
- Model OF-500-35
  17
- Model OF-500-45
  18
Safety Information
19
Powering the Tester
22
- Charging the Battery
  22
- Checking the Battery Status
  22
Battery Pack Features
23
Changing the Language
24
Removing and Installing the Module
24
Verifying Operation
25
Basic Features
26
- Front Panel Features
  26
- Side and Top Panel Features
  28
- The HOME Screen
  30
- Using the Setup Menus
  32
- Using the Online Help
  34
- Fiber ID Options
  34
Checking the Tester's Status
35
Preparing to Save Tests
36
Cleaning and Inspecting Fiber Connectors and Adapters
37
Testing Your Reference Test Cords and Launch Fiber
38
Using the OTDR
38
Connecting the OTDR to Installed Fiber (no Receive Fiber)
43
Connecting the OTDR to Installed Fiber (with Receive Fiber)
44
Connecting the OTDR to Spooled Cable
45
OTDR Trace Screen
46
- Comparing OTDR Traces
  48
- Cleaning the OTDR Connector
  49
Using the Channelmap Function
50
Equipment for Channelmap Testing
51
Channelmap Test Connections
53
Channelmap Diagram Features
54
Using the Faultmap Function
56
Equipment for Faultmap Testing
57
Faultmap Test Connections
59
Faultmap Diagram Features
60
Using the Fiberinspector Option
62
Equipment for Fiberinspector Tests
63
Using the Fiberinspector Probe
65
Fiberinspector Image Examples
66
Using the Loss/Length Option
67
Example of How to Determine the NUMBER of ADAPTERS Setting
73
- Using Mandrels for Testing Multimode Fiber
  74
Wrapping a Reference Test Cord Around a Mandrel
75
- Testing in Smart Remote Mode
  76
Smart Remote Mode Reference Connections
79
Smart Remote Mode Test Connections
81
- Testing in Loopback Mode
  82
Equipment for Loss/Length Testing in Loopback Mode
83
Loopback Mode Reference Connections
85
Loopback Mode Test Connections
87
- Testing in Far End Source Mode
  88
Far End Source Mode Reference Connections
91
Far End Source Mode Test Connections
92
Using the Visual Fault Locator
93
Using the Visual Fault Locator
95
Using the Power Meter Option
96
Equipment for Power Meter Tests
97
Connections for Monitoring Optical Power
99
Overview of Memory Functions
100
- Memory Capacity and Card Sizes Supported
  100
- Clearing the Internal Memory
  101
About Linkware and Linkware Stats Software
101
Maintenance
102
- Updating the Tester's Software
  102
  - Updating Via the USB or Serial Port
    103
  - Updating Via a Memory Card Created with Linkware
    104
- Copying Settings between Testers
  105
- Optical Connector Care
  105
- Replacing Reference Test Cords and Launch Fibers
  105
- Replacing the Battery
  106
- Cleaning
  106
- Storage
  106
- Calibration
  107
Options and Accessories
107
If Something Seems Wrong
107
- Getting Help
  107
- Signs of a Bad OTDR Connector
  110
Specifications
111
Event and Attenuation Deadzone Measurement Methods
116
- Power Meter Specifications
  119
- Loss/Length Specifications
  121
- Visual Fault Locator Specifications (OFTM-573X Modules)
  125
- Power
  126
- Traceable Calibration Period
  126
- Certifications and Compliance
  126
- Memory for Test Results
  126
- Serial Interfaces
  127
- Keyboard Port
  128
- Video Port for Fiberinspector Probe
  128
- Dimensions (with Module and Battery Installed)
  128
- Weight (with Module and Battery Installed)
  128
- Display
  128
- Fan
  128
- Fiberinspector Probe Specifications
  129
- Regulatory Information
  130
Index
131

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

Table of Contents

1 Getting Acquainted

2 Getting Started Testing Fiber

3 Using the OTDR

4 Using the Channelmap Function

5 Using the Fiberinspector Option

6 Using the Loss/Length Option

7 Using the Visual Fault Locator

8 Using the Power Meter Option

9 Memory Functions

10 Creating Custom Fiber Types and Test Limits

11 Maintenance and Specifications

Appendices

Index

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