Cleerline SSF-TKITP-500 User manual

Your power meter and light source units will be used to measure loss in dB of the power coupled into the cable by the light source
versus power measured on the receiver end by the power meter. Loss testing is done at wavelengths for the ber in use, typically
850 nm for Multimode and optionally at 1300 nm, while Single Mode is tested at 1310 nm and optionally 1550 nm. The measured
loss can be compared to the estimated loss for the link or “loss budget.”
This testing kit with included OLS, OPM, reference cables, adapters, power supplies, and available software allows for loss testing
and data recording of ber optic cables
For set-up, allowable loss, link budget calculations, etc., the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) is a great resource for testing guidelines.
FOA power testing instructions are included with your kit and should be reviewed prior to using this equipment. Information on the
two noted tests above can be found via the FOA at www.thefoa.org, including ber optic testing methods and standards.
1. Turn on both light source (OLS) and power
meter (OPM).
Set both the OPM & OLS to the desired wave-
length by pressing the wavelength button on
each unit.
A. Wavelength on the OLS is displayed in the
upper right corner of the screen. Set to desired
value (press wavelength key.)
Pressing wavelength button activates laser.
B. The OPM should be set to same wavelength
as the OLS unit. Press the wavelength button
until desired value appears.
Note: Typically 850nm for Multimode testing
and 1310nm for Single Mode. *Use appropriate
cables for ber type being tested.*
Aqua = Multimode. Yellow = Single Mode.
2. On the OLS press FREQ button until CW displays
on the center of the screen below the wavelength
(see step 1A image).
*Typical testing conguration for most cables
3. On both units ensure that the auto-power off
funtion is not ON before setting any reference.
If set to ON quick press the power button 1x to
turn off the auto feature.
Note: a power symbol will be at the top of the
screen if the auto-off function is on.
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4. Plug REFERENCE cable into the appropriately
labeled port on the OLS.
LC Single-ended testing - 1 cable between OLS &
OPM *install LC adapter onto OPM.
LC Double-ended testing - 2 cable between OLS &
OPM *install SC adapter onto OPM.
SC Single-ended testing - 1 cable between OLS &
OPM *install LC adapter onto OPM.
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WARNING: LIGHT SOURCE LASER DOES NOT OPERATE AT VISIBLE WAVELENGTH. LIGHT IS NOT VISIBLE WHEN LASER
IS ACTIVE. TO AVOID THE RISK OF EYE DAMAGE, DO NOT LOOK AT LASER WHEN LIGHT SOURCE IS OPERATIONAL.
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5. Cable Testing, place appropriate adapter onto
OPM receiver, select and plug in cable (Single
Mode or Multimode according to cable the cable
being tested), between OLS and OPM.
*Aqua = Multimode. Yellow= Single Mode*
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6. Cable Testing, place appropriate adapter onto
OPM receiver, select and plug in two cables,
one into OLS and other into OPM (Single Mode
or Multimode according to the cable being
tested). Link cables together with appropriate
type adapter.
*Additional cables are required for double
ended testing of SC, ST, and FC types.
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7.Reference OPM.
Once Reference cable/s only are connected
between OLS and OPM units, Quick Press the
“REF” button on the OPM unit. OPM should
then read 0.00 dB on its display”
*Do not press REF again unless ONLY
Reference cables are installed between
OLS & OPM as show in Box 5 or 6
8A. Single-ended Testing:
Unplug Reference Cable connector from OPM
power meter side ONLY. Place appropriate
type feed through (LC or SC) adapter onto
connector on end of cable.
Plug installed cable to be tested into adapter
at end of cable from OLS and other end into
top of OPM. OPM will now display loss of the
installed cable
8B. Double-ended Testing:
Unplug one Reference Cable from the
feed thru adapter and install additional
adapter on that open connector.
Plug installed cable to be tested into adapters,
one at OLS side and other at OPM side. OPM
will now display loss of the installed cable.
*Performing Step 7 removes the
power loss of the “reference” cables
so that the dB loss reading of the
installed cables will not include the
loss of the reference cable(s) utilized.
Refer to the included FOA instructions “Guide to Fiber Optics & Premises Cabling” to perform A>B and B<A testing to
properly diagnose high loss connector terminations.
For accurate testing, frequent cleaning of all connector faces being placed under test, maintaining minimal bends and
movement of reference cables, and resetting of power meter reference throughout the course of testing are recommended.
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