AFL Noyes OFS 300 User manual

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OFS 300
optical fiber scope
user’s guide
NOYES
ber optic test equipment AFL Telecommunications
test & inspection
AFL Telecommunications
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OFS1-00-1000 Rev. N 10.08.03
OFS 300
optical fiber scope
user’s guide
NOYES
ber optic test equipment AFL Telecommunications
test & inspection
AFL Telecommunications
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Limited Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
All Noyes Fiber Systems products are warranted
against defective material and workmanship for
a period of one year from the date of shipment
to the original customer. Any product found to
be defective within the warranty period will be
repaired or replaced by Noyes Fiber Systems.
In no case will Noyes Fiber Systems liabilities
exceed the original purchase price of the
product.
Exclusions
The warranty on your equipment shall not apply
to defects resulting from the following:
• Unauthorized repair or modication
• Misuse, negligence, or accident
Returning Equipment
To return equipment, please contact Noyes Fiber
Systems to obtain additional information and a
Return Materials Authorization number (RMA#).
To allow us to serve you more efciently, please
include a brief description specifying the
reason(s) for the return of the equipment.
AFL Telecommunications
Noyes Fiber Systems
16 Eastgate Park Road
Belmont, NH 03220
Phone: [phone]
603-528-7780
Fax: [phone]
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Contents
Important Safety Information .........................................................................ii
Section 1: General Information
Contacting Noyes Customer Service .............................................................1
Unpacking and Inspection .............................................................................1
Feature Overview..........................................................................................2
Recommended Accessories...........................................................................3
Section 2: Functional Description
OFS 300 Optical Fiber Scope ........................................................................4
Adapter Cap Mounts .....................................................................................5
Section 3: Operating Instructions
Setup ...........................................................................................................6
Viewing Fiber Ends........................................................................................7
Section 4: Maintenance
Battery Replacement.....................................................................................8
Cleaning the Lenses......................................................................................8
Section 5: Specications ..................................................................................10
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Important Safety Information
WARNING! To avoid serious eye injury, never look directly
into optical outputs of ber optic network equipment, test
equipment, patch cords, or test jumpers. Always assume
that optical outputs are on.
CAUTION! This instrument contains no user serviceable
parts. Except for changing a battery, this instrument must
be returned to Noyes Fiber Systems for repair.
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Section 1: General Information
Thank you for purchasing the Noyes Fiber Systems OFS 300 optical ber inspection scope.
The purpose of this manual is to provide information relative to the application, operation, and
basic maintenance of the OFS 300. Please check our web site at www.AFLtele.com (click
on Products > Test & Inspection) for updates to this manual and additional application
information. For technical or sales support, please contact Noyes Customer Service.
Contacting Noyes Customer Service
You may call Noyes Customer Service between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., United States Eastern
Time, as follows:
Phone: [phone]
603-528-7780
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.AFLtele.com (click on Products > Test & Inspection)
Unpacking and Inspection
This instrument has been carefully packed in accordance with standard shipping procedures.
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Examine the equipment for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If you nd
any damage, or if any of the following items are not included, please contact Noyes Fiber
Systems.
The OFS 300 package includes:
• OFS 300 Scope
• Internal batteries
• 2.5 mm universal adapter cap
• Blue holster
• User’s guide
Feature Overview
The OFS 300 is a versatile instrument for the inspection of optical ber connectors. By
employing a universal adapter mount, the OFS 300 offers the ability to inspect virtually
any connector style for scratches, dirt, or other problems normally associated with poor
transmission performance.
Two models of the OFS 300 are available. The OFS 300-200C offers precision 200x
magnication to easily inspect both multimode and single-mode ber optic connectors.
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The OFS 300-400C with 400x magnication is available for more critical inspection during
termination, especially with single-mode bers.
The OFS 300 offers 60 hours of continuous battery life. A low battery indicator will ash when
approximately 8 hours of optimum brightness remains reducing the risk of eye strain.
Various adapter caps are available to convert the mount to the desired connector style. The
OFS 300-200C uses the same common threaded connector adapter caps as the Noyes
Optical Power Meters and Loss Test Sets. The OFS 300-400C utilizes special precentered
snap-in adapter caps, which ensure proper ber location in the viewing area.
Recommended Accessories
The OFS 300 is supplied with the universal adapter cap that accepts 2.5 mm ferrule
connectors, such as ST, FC, and SC. However, for greatest inspection exibility additional
adapter cap styles are recommended. Refer to Appendix for a complete list of available
adapter caps.
A supply of optical cleaning pads and isopropyl alcohol is recommended for cleaning the
lenses. Also, a can of ltered compressed air is useful for blowing contaminates out of
connectors and adapter caps.
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Figure 1: OFS 300
Section 2: Functional Description
OFS 300 Optical Fiber Scope
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Eyepiece
Focus knob
allows focusing the
ber-end images.
Inspection port
(adapter cap mount)
accepts Noyes thread-
on adapter caps.
Objective lens
Power button
Illumination port
Tripod mount
Low battery indicator
When ashes, indicates
that two AA batteries
require replacement.
Retaining screw
Side cover
Battery
pack
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Adapter Cap Mounts
The OFS 300-200C uses the same common threaded connector adapter caps as used with
all Noyes Fiber Systems Optical Power Meters and Loss Test Sets. The OFS 300-400C utilizes
special precentered snap-in adapter caps, which ensure proper ber location in the viewing
area. The gure below illustrates the difference between the two adapter cap mounts.
OFS 300-200C OFS 300-400C
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Section 3: Operating Instructions
Setup
1 Select the appropriate adapter
cap and afx to the adapter
cap mount.
2 ! Use an Optical Power
Meter to verify the ber optic
connector to be inspected is
not “live”.
Note: The OFS 300 includes
a KG3, 40 dB IR Safety Filter.
3 Connect the cable to be inspected by the OFS 300 to the adapter cap. Optional: If the
opposite end of the cable is accessible, it may be placed into the Illumination Port (see
Figure 1) to illuminate the ber core for viewing.
4 Press the ON button with one hand while adjusting the Focus Knob with the other
hand.
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Power button
Focus knob
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After focusing is complete,
the magnied view will reveal
the condition of the core
and cladding. Below are the
various examples of ber ends
ranging from excellent to very
poor conditions.
Viewing Fiber Ends
Excellent condition
Scratches and dirt Cleaning residue, water
or alcohol
Severely scratched face
Uncleaned, lint or dust
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Section 4: Maintenance
This chapter explains how to clean the lenses and replace the batteries in the OFS 300.
Other than battery replacement, the repair of this unit in the eld is NOT recommended. If
repair of the OFS 300 is necessary, please contact Noyes Fiber Systems
Battery Replacement
To replace batteries (refer to Figure 1):
1 Remove the retaining screw.
2 Remove the side cover.
3 Pull out the battery pack and remove the discharged batteries.
4 Replace batteries with two new AA alkaline.
5 Replace the battery pack, side cover, and retaining screw.
Cleaning the Lenses
The Objective lens and Eyepiece lens (refer to Figure 1) must be kept free from dirt or other
contamination. They should be periodically cleaned using optical cleaning pads and isopropyl
alcohol or by using a can of ltered compressed air.
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Vigorous rubbing or the use of a semi-abrasive cloth may impair the efciency of the
instrument. Be sure to replace the dust cap when the OFS 300 is not being used.
Note: The eyepiece is not to be unscrewed and taken apart. The only maintenance to be
done is to the outer lens.
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Section 5: Specications
Optical Specications OFS 300-200C OFS 300-400C
Nominal magnication 200X 400X
Adapter cap Mount thread-on (Universal) snap-in
Safety lter Schott KG3 > 40 dB IR
General Specications
Operating temperature 0 to +50°C
Storage temperature -20 to +50°C
Power 2 AA alkaline batteries
Weight in use 1.5 lbs. (.67 kg)
Size (H x W x D) 5 x 2 x 8 in. (13 x 5 x 20 cm)
Specications are subject to change.
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OFS 300 accessories
2460-10-0002 Spare bulb for OFS 300-200B (5 minimum)
2460-10-0001 Spare bulb for OFS 300-400 and OFS 300-200 (5 minimum)
2900-10-0003 OFS 300-400 zoom lens (200X - 400X zoom)
1400-01-0005 Soft Carry Case
OFS1-00-0100 Hard Carry Case
2900-10-0001 Tripod Stand (table top)
1400-01-0025 Holster
2900-10-0004 20X Eyepiece
OFS 300 adapter caps
For an up-to-date list of adapter caps contact Noyes Fiber Systems, or visit our web site at
www.AFLtete.com (click on Products > Test & Inspection > Accessories & Services)
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Phone: [phone] • 603-528-7780 • Fax: [phone]
www.AFLtele.com
thank you for choosing
Noyes Fiber Systems
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Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality
new and certied-used/pre-owned equipment
• FAST SHIPPING AND
DELIVERY
• TENS OF THOUSANDS OF
IN-STOCK ITEMS
• EQUIPMENT DEMOS
• HUNDREDS OF
MANUFACTURERS
SUPPORTED
• LEASING/MONTHLY
RENTALS
• ITAR CERTIFIED
SECURE ASSET SOLUTIONS
SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS
Experienced engineers and technicians on staff
at our full-service, in-house repair center
WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT
Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment
We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins
www.artisantg.com/WeBuyEquipment
REMOTE INSPECTION
Remotely inspect equipment before purchasing with
our interactive website at www.instraview.com
LOOKING FOR MORE INFORMATION?
Visit us on the web at www.artisantg.com for more
information on price quotations, drivers, technical
specications, manuals, and documentation
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