FI-Series Live Fiber Identifier Compact live fiber identifier with integrated optical power meter User Manual ZP-PKG-0535 REV 1
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Table Of Contents Chapter 1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................................. 4–6 FI-Series Live Fiber Identifier (LFI)................................................................................................ 4 Features and Components............................................................................................................. 5 Specifications.......................................
Chapter 1 Overview Overview 1 FI-SERIES LIVE FIBER IDENTIFIER (LFI) The FI-Series Live Fiber Identifier is a compact portable device that integrates live fiber identification and optical power measurement capabilities into a single tool. This versatile tool can be used to determine live or dark optical signals on a fiber cable without disrupting network traffic. The device will also display, store and recall optical power measurements for each of the wavelengths chosen by the user.
Overview FI-Series Live Fiber Identifier Features and Components Chapter 1 Detachable LFI Head Cable Alignment Groove LFI Release/Attach Screw 3.7cm x 3.
Chapter 1 LFI Specifications OPM Specifications (VP-60) Overview Dimensions Weight Detection sensitivity (typical) Insertion loss (typical) Detected wavelengths Detected tones Standard cable diameter range 216 x 60 x 38 mm (8.5 x 2.35 x 1.5 inch) 135 g (4.8 oz) with two AA alkaline batteries –20 dBm @ 1310 nm, –30 dBm @ 1550 nm 1310 nm: < .
Operation Chapter 2 Operation 2 1. LIVE FIBER IDENTIFIER (LFI) 2. Alignment Groove 3. 4. Ambient Light Shield Turn power ON. Insert fiber into Alignment Groove. Pull the Safe-latch Trigger down until you hear a clicking sound to ensure Ambient Light Shield is securely engaged. If traffic is present, an audible tone will sound and the device will display “TRAFFIC” on the top part of the screen.
Chapter 2 Operation OPTICAL POWER METER (OPM) Note: The LFI head can be removed by turning the LFI Release/Attach Screw located below the Alignment Groove.
Operation Absolute Power System Power Measurement Chapter 2 The absolute power level (system power measurement) is the amount of optical power present in the system, measured in dBm. The source of this power is the transmitter or transceiver sending information through the system. This test determines whether the signal has enough power to operate the receiver or transceiver at the end of the link. Inspect Inspect P P B Active Fiber Optic System Test Lead Fiber Inspect P 1. 2. 3. 4.
Operation Chapter 2 Relative Power Acquiring attenuation measurements (optical link loss) on optical components or fiber optic links (e.g., fiber connectors, cable assemblies, installed fiber optic links) is done by measuring the relative power level (dB) at the far end of the link or device under test. Relative power level (attenuation measurement) is the amount of power lost (attenuated) by the optical link being tested, measured in dB.
Operation Battery Replacement Chapter 2 Press the latch on the back cover plate and pull down to remove and obtain access to two AA batteries. Note: The LFI head must be removed to access the battery compartment.
Chapter 3 Software Software 3 Software Installation System Requirements (Minimum) • 50 MB of hard drive space for software The following installation process will install FiberChek2, FiberChek2 – QuickView, and a USB Power Meter software application. 1. 2. Insert the software installation disk into your CD drive. Follow the setup wizard for FiberChek2: • • • • At the Welcome screen click NEXT> to continue. At the Licence Agreement, select “I Accept the Agreement”, then NEXT>.
Software Hardware Recognition USB Optical Power Meter Software Software Menus Chapter 3 Use the included USB cable to connect to a PC/laptop. The device will be automatically recognized and function as an Optical Power Meter. As a power meter, this device can be used in conjunction with applications that are included on the installation disk (FiberChek2 and USB Power Meter). Both programs display the optical power readings from the OPM.
Software Chapter 3 Software Controls Select Measurement Type Users can define the list of wavelengths Select Wavelength Import Saved Values Users can define the list of wavelengths Imports saved values that are stored on the Optical Power Meter to a report log (also done by selecting Tools > Import). Wavelength Setup Use the << and >> arrows to select the wavelengths you want to appear on the OPM by moving them to the box on the right hand side.
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