User's Manual

Powerwave Fiber Optics
VM100 56/EN – User’s Manual Rev. P1A9-Draft 2004-11 6 - 1
6. Commissioning
Read carefully Chapter 1, Safety before commissioning the optical system. See also the
safety precautions for the current repeater or hub types.
Check all connections made during the installation. Also, ensure that both the mains
plugs for repeaters equipped with two power supply units are connected to outlets
supplied from the same fuse.
To fulfill the IP65 weather protective requirements, ensure that the cable strain relief
bushings are properly tightened. Also, ensure that the gaskets at the cable inlets on the
cabinet are properly fitted and not damaged.
When the installation is checked, commission the optical system as described in the
following sections:
Equipment required for the commissioning is listed below.
This chapter contains commissioning instructions only. If you want to read descriptions
of the various functions, see the previous chapters in this manual.
Some system configuration examples are found on page 6-6 and the following pages.
If you get problems when commissioning the system, please contact your nearest
Powerwave representative.
Equipment Required
To be able to commissioning an optical system you will need the following:
• Optical power meter.
• Laptop with O&M software and an RS232 serial cable.
• Spectrum analyzer.
• Repeater tools.
• Optical clenaer.