EXFO FIP-400B User manual

User Guide
Fiber Inspection Probe and
ConnectorMax2 Mobile (Android)
FIP-400B
www.EXFO.com

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Contents
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Contents
FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe Regulatory Information .......................................................vi
Multifiber Source Regulatory Information ..............................................................................x
1 Introducing the FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe and
ConnectorMax2 Mobile ................................................................................ 1
Probe ......................................................................................................................................2
Multifiber Source ....................................................................................................................5
Available Probe Models ..........................................................................................................7
Probe Tips ...............................................................................................................................8
Probe LED Indicators ...............................................................................................................8
Multifiber Source LED Indicators ...........................................................................................10
Using Your Unit with TestFlow ..............................................................................................11
ConnectorMax2 Mobile Software .......................................................................................12
Technical Specifications .........................................................................................................13
Conventions ..........................................................................................................................14
2 Safety Information ..................................................................................... 15
Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit .......................................................................................17
Laser Safety Information for the Multifiber Source ...............................................................18
Electrical Safety Information .................................................................................................19
3 Setting up Your Fiber Inspection Probe and ConnectorMax2 Mobile ..... 23
Preparing to Use the Mobile Application ..............................................................................23
Connecting or Disconnecting the Wireless Probe ..................................................................24
Changing the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip ..............................................................................27
Changing the FIP Nozzle (MF-Ready Probes Only) .................................................................28
Adjusting Brightness .............................................................................................................34
Setting up Identification .......................................................................................................35
Setting up the Incrementation ..............................................................................................37
Setting up Autonaming ........................................................................................................41
Setting up Auto Capture .......................................................................................................43
Managing and Selecting Test Configurations .......................................................................44
Modifying the File Format .....................................................................................................52
Stopping the Analysis Process on First Fail ............................................................................54
Restoring to Default Settings ................................................................................................56

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4 Inspecting Fiber Ends .................................................................................59
Inspecting Fiber Ends (Single Fiber and Transceiver - Fiber Receptacles) ..............................59
Inspecting Multiple Fiber Ends (MF-Ready Probes Only) .......................................................64
Saving Files ...........................................................................................................................77
Managing Files ....................................................................................................................80
Analyzing Captures ...............................................................................................................83
Creating and Viewing Reports ..............................................................................................90
Transferring Results With Third-Party Applications ................................................................93
Using the Probe in Standalone Mode ...................................................................................97
Updating the Firmware .........................................................................................................99
5 Working with a Multifiber Source ...........................................................101
Turning On or Off the Multifiber Source .............................................................................102
Setting up the Multifiber Source .........................................................................................103
Understanding Fiber Continuity ..........................................................................................106
Understanding Fiber Polarity ..............................................................................................107
6 Maintenance ..............................................................................................109
General Maintenance ..........................................................................................................109
Battery Safety Recommendations .......................................................................................110
Cleaning MPO-Type Connectors .........................................................................................111
Cleaning Lenses ..................................................................................................................112
Recharging the Battery .....................................................................................................113
Recharging the Battery of the Multifiber Source .................................................................114
Replacing the Battery ........................................................................................................115
Replacing the Battery of the Multifiber Source ...................................................................117
Recycling and Disposal .......................................................................................................122
7 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................123
Solving Common Problems .................................................................................................123
Changing the File Contents ................................................................................................127
Contacting the Technical Support Group ............................................................................129
Viewing Information About ConnectorMax2 Mobile .........................................................130
Viewing Online Help ...........................................................................................................131
Transportation ....................................................................................................................131
8 Warranty ....................................................................................................133
General Information ...........................................................................................................133
Liability ...............................................................................................................................134
Exclusions ...........................................................................................................................134
Certification ........................................................................................................................134
Service and Repairs .............................................................................................................135
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ........................................................................................136

Contents
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A Fiber Inspection Probe Tip Compatibility Chart ..................................... 137
Index .............................................................................................................. 143

FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe Regulatory Information
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FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe Regulatory
Information
Canada and USA Electromagnetic Interference
Regulatory Statement
Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15,
subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003
compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to
ensure compliance to the applicable standards.
The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the user documentation, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
European Electromagnetic Compatibility
Regulatory Statement
Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product
may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures. Your product is certified for (or is suitable for) use
in industrial electromagnetic environments.

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General Wireless Compliance Related Information
The wireless probe comes with an internal wireless module (adapter) and
antenna for which the information hereafter applies:
This product does not contain any wireless user-serviceable components.
Any unauthorized product changes or modifications will invalidate
warranty and all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals.
Canada and USA Wireless Compliance Related
Information
The wireless probe comes with an internal wireless module (adapter) and
antenna for which the information hereafter applies:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Innovation, Sciences and Economic
Development Canada license-exempt RSS standards.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Use in Specific Environments:
The use of wireless products in hazardous locations is limited by the
constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments.
The use of wireless products on airplanes is governed by the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA).
The use of wireless products in hospitals is restricted to the limits set
forth by each hospital.
Do not operate a portable transmitter near unshielded blasting caps or
in an explosive environment.

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Radiation Exposure Statement:
The product complies with the US/Canada portable RF exposure limit
set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended
operation as described in this user documentation.
Further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the device can be
kept as far as possible from the user’s body.
European Community Wireless Compliance
Related Information
The information about the Wi-Fi frequency bands is as follows:
Between the frequencies 2400.0 MHz - 2483.5 MHz.
The maximum output power is 15 dBm.
This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver),
intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in
France and Italy where restrictive use applies.
In Italy, the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum
authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up
outdoor radio links and/or for supplying access to telecommunications
and/or network services.
This device may not be used for setting up radio links in France, and in
some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the
frequency range of 2454 - 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information, the
end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.

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Local Restrictions on 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11d,
802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac Radio Usage
Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11d,
802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac wireless LAN devices may not yet be
harmonized in all countries, 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11d, 802.11g, 802.11n,
and 802.11ac products are designed for use only in specific countries, and
are not allowed to be operated in countries other than those of designated
use. As a user of these products, you are responsible for ensuring that the
products are used only in the countries for which they were intended and
for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of
frequency and channel for the country of use.
European Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, EXFO declares that the radio equipment type “Wideband Data
Transmission” is in compliance with European Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
Internet address: www.exfo.com/en/resources/legal-documentation.
Japanese Technical Conformity Mark for Radio
Law
Technical parameters:
Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Operation Frequency: 2412 ~ 2483.5 MHz
Throughput: 150 Mbps, 1T1R
R018-160052

Multifiber Source Regulatory Information
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Multifiber Source Regulatory Information
Canada and USA Electromagnetic Interference
Regulatory Statement
Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15,
subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003
compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to
ensure compliance to the applicable standards.
The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the user documentation, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
European Electromagnetic Compatibility
Regulatory Statement
Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product
may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures. Your product is certified for (or is suitable for) use
in industrial electromagnetic environments.
European Declaration of Conformity
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
Internet address: www.exfo.com/en/resources/legal-documentation.

Fiber Inspection Probe 1
1 Introducing the FIP-400B Fiber
Inspection Probe and
ConnectorMax2 Mobile
The FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe is a portable video microscope used
to inspect fiber ends. Unlike traditional microscopes, the FIP-400B
facilitates the examination of patchcord connectors and also hard-to-reach
connectors on the back of patch panels and bulkhead adapters.
There are two different types of probes:
USB-wired probes, that are connected to platforms
wireless probes, that can be connected with a Wi-Fi or USB connection
to platforms or with a Wi-Fi connection to a mobile smart device
(Android or iOS)
standard wireless probes can inspect single fibers and transceivers
MF-Ready probes can inspect single fibers, transceivers and
multifiber connectors. This type of probe allows you to use a
Multifiber Source (MFS) which produces a light pattern that, once
injected into a fiber, is detectable by the EXFO’s Fiber Inspection
Probe equipped with an MPO tip (12 or 24 fibers). With the MFS,
the probe will test the continuity and polarity of the link under test.
See Working with a Multifiber Source on page 101 for details.
Note: The appearance and the orientation (portrait or landscape) of the
application may vary depending on the smart device used.

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Probe
Probe
The FIP-400B is designed to be an intuitive, easy-to-use piece of
equipment. This video microscope is used for inspecting fiber ends.
Retaining nut
Focus
Magnification control
Capture control
Interchangeable
adapter tips
Battery compartment door
Battery LED
Wi-Fi LED
Status LED
Connector for the micro-USB
power adapter

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Probe
The focus knob can be turned in either direction to focus the image.
The magnification control button allows you to shift between three
levels of magnification. When pressed for one second, it activates the
auto focus. See Analyzing Captures on page 83 for details.
The capture control button allows you to capture an image, perform an
analysis, or return to the live video mode.
The retaining nut holds tips securely in place, ensuring they are always
fastened in the correct position.
Status LED
Retaining nut
Focus
Magnification control
Capture
control
Connector for the micro-
USB power adapter
Battery compartment door
Battery LED
Wi-Fi LED
Inspection tip
Removable nozzle
Retaining nut
Trigger
MF-Ready probe with
inspection tip and
removable nozzle

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Probe
The status LED gives you information about the probe or the analysis
results. See Probe LED Indicators on page 8 for details.
The battery LED indicates the charge status of the probe. See Probe
LED Indicators on page 8 for details.
The Wi-Fi LED gives you information about the transmission process.
See Probe LED Indicators on page 8 for details.
The interchangeable adapter tips give you the possibility to use various
tips depending on the type of connector you are inspecting.
See Changing the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip on page 27 for details.
Removable nozzles can be used with MF-Ready probes to inspect
multifiber dense panels. See Changing the FIP Nozzle (MF-Ready
Probes Only) on page 28 for details.
The micro-USB power adapter recharges the battery of the probe
when it is low. You can recharge the battery with the provided USB
cable and the power adapter that you connect to a power outlet. You
can also use the provided USB cable alone that you connect to a USB
port of a computer. See Recharging the Battery on page 113 for details.
When the probe is connected to a power outlet or to a USB port, it still
works via Wi-Fi.
The battery compartment door is for battery replacement.
See Replacing the Battery on page 115 for details.
The trigger allows you to inspect single-row or dual-row multifiber
connectors.
The design of the inspection tip enables you to connect any of the
interchangeable nozzles.
The probe comes equipped with a protective cap that fits over basic tips;
therefore, you do not need to remove the tip before putting the cap on.

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Multifiber Source
Multifiber Source
Top view
USB type-C port (for battery charging)
Front view Fiber adapters
Fiber adapters
On/Off button
with power LED
Battery level indicator
Patchcord
MFS-24 model shown

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Multifiber Source
When the battery of the MFS is low, you can recharge it with the
provided USB cable and the USB power adapter that you connect to a
power outlet. You can also use the provided USB cable alone that you
connect to a USB port of a computer. See Recharging the Battery of the
Multifiber Source on page 114 for details.
The fiber adapters allow you to connect the MPO connectors.
See Setting up the Multifiber Source on page 103 for details.
The patchcord is wrapped around the unit. This cable management
system allows you to use a patchcord as connector savers for the MPO
connectors on the MFS. Changing the patchcord also allows you to use
the same unit to test:
APC and UPC connectors
Male (pinned) and female (unpinned) connectors
Singlemode and multimode cables
With the MFS-24, you can use a split (Y) cable to test MPO connectors
with 12 fibers. See Setting up the Multifiber Source on page 103 for
details.
The battery LED indicates the charge status of the MFS. See Multifiber
Source LED Indicators on page 10 for details.
Back view
Screws
Screws

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Available Probe Models
The power status of the MFS is provided by the on/off button.
See Multifiber Source LED Indicators on page 10 for details.
The four screws need to be removed if you want to replace the battery.
See Replacing the Battery of the Multifiber Source on page 117 for
details.
Available Probe Models
The features available for your probe are automatically detected when you
connect it to your smart device.
Note: When the internal temperature of the FIP-415B and FIP-435B is too low, the
probe performs a warmup that can last up to a minute.
The table below shows which feature is available for each model.
Models Inspection Auto
analysis
Auto
centering
Auto
focus
Auto
capture Wireless
Continuity
and
polarity
(MFS)
FIP-415B
MF-Ready
XX
a
a. Contact EXFO to purchase this option.
XbXX
bXX
FIP-425B X X X - - X -
FIP-425B
MF-Ready
XXX
b
b. This feature is available when testing single fibers and transceivers. It is disabled when multifiber
connectors are inspected.
-- X X
FIP-435B X X X X X X -
FIP-435B
MF-Ready
XXX
bXX bXX

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Probe Tips
Probe Tips
The FIP-400B comes with two interchangeable tips included in two
different packages (UPC or APC). Additional models are also available.
UPC package:
FIPT-400-FC-SC: FC-SC Bulkhead tip
FIPT-400-U25M: Universal patchcord tip (2.5 mm ferrule)
APC package:
FIPT-400-SC-APC: SC APC tip for bulkhead adapter
FIPT-400-U25MA: Universal patchcord tip for 2.5 mm ferrules
Other tip models are available for various bulkhead adapters and
patchcord connectors. For more information about tips and their use,
see the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip Compatibility Chart on page 137, or visit
the EXFO Web site.
Probe LED Indicators
The LEDs located on the probe give you information about the probe or the
analysis results.
Status LED
Battery LED
Wi-Fi LED

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Probe LED Indicators
Status LED Meaning
Flashing blue Processing data.
Flashing red There is a problem with the probe. Follow the
instructions on screen.
The auto focus operation has timed out.
There is an analysis error.
Blue The probe is ready and operational.
Red When the probe is connected, indicates that the
status of the displayed measurement is Fail.
Note: Indicates the status of the file selected
in the Measurements window.
Green When the probe is connected, indicates that the
status of the displayed measurement is Pass.
Note: Indicates the status of the file selected
in the Measurements window.
Battery LED Meaning
Flashing blue USB connected, battery charging.
Blue USB connected, battery fully charged.
Red Battery error (only visible when connected to a USB
cable).
Flashing yellow USB connected, battery not charging because its
temperature does not allow the charging process.
Yellow USB not connected, battery level is critical.
Not lit USB not connected, battery above low level.

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Multifiber Source LED Indicators
Multifiber Source LED Indicators
The LEDs located on the MFS give you information about the battery and
the power status.
Wi-Fi LED Meaning
Blue Ready to transmit.
Wireless transmission in progress.
Red Transmission error.
Not lit Probe is off.
OR
Probe is initializing.
Power LED
Battery LED