Fluke FiberInspector Pro FI-7000 User manual

PN 4959139 January 2018
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FI-7000 FiberInspector™Pro
Video Probe
Getting Started Guide
The FI-7000 FiberInspector™video probe lets you see dirt, scratches, and other
defects that can cause unsatisfactory performance or failures in fiber optic
networks.
Accessing the Product Manuals
This guide provides basic information to help you get started using the tester.
For more detailed information, see the latest versions of the Versiv Series Users
Manual and the Versiv Series Technical Reference Handbook provided on the
Fluke Networks website.
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explanations in the manuals.
XWarning: Risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
Consult the user documentation.
Conforms to the Appliance Efficiency Regulation (California Code of Regulations,
Title 20, Sections 1601 through 1608), for small battery charging systems.
~This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements. The affixed
label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic
household waste. Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the
WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9 "Monitoring and Control
Instrumentation" product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal
waste.
To return unwanted products, contact the manufacturer’s web site shown on the
product or your local sales office or distributor.
40 year Environment Friendly Use Period (EFUP) under China Regulation - Administra-
tive Measure on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products.
This is the period of time before any of the identified hazardous substances are likely
to leak out, causing possible harm to health and the environment.

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WSafety Information
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To prevent possible fire, electric shock, or personal injury:
 Read all safety information before you use the Product.
 Carefully read all instructions.
 Do not open the case. You cannot repair or replace parts in the
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 Do not modify the Product.
 Use only replacement parts that are approved by Fluke Networks.
 Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or
wet environments.
 Use this Product indoors only.
 Use the Product only as specified, or the protection supplied by the
Product can be compromised.
 Do not use and disable the Product if it is damaged.
 Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly.
 Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can cause burns or
explode. If exposure to chemicals occurs, clean with water and get
medical aid.
jDo not connect this equipment to public communications networks, such as tele-
phone systems.
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the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
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Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment).
This product meets requirements for industrial (Class A) electromagnetic wave equip-
ment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is intended for
use in business environments and is not to be used in homes.
This Product contains a lithium-ion battery. Do not mix with the solid waste stream.
Spent batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials
handler per local regulations. Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for recy-
cling information.
This key turns the Product on and off.

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 Remove the batteries if the Product is not used for an extended
period of time, or if stored in temperatures above 50 °C. If the
batteries are not removed, battery leakage can damage the
Product.
 The performance of rechargeable batteries typically goes down to
80% of the specified performance after 2 years of frequent use.
Frequent use is when you discharge the battery completely and
recharge it every day. Fluke Networks recommends that you
replace frequently-used rechargeable batteries every 2 years.
 The performance of rechargeable batteries typically goes down to
80% of the specified performance after 5 years of moderate use.
Moderate use is when you discharge the battery completely and
recharge it twice each week. Fluke Networks recommends that you
replace moderately-used rechargeable battery every 5 years.
 Typical battery life is 8 hours. If your battery life goes down by
20% or more, then replace the battery the next time you send the
tester to a service center for service or calibration.
 If the rechargeable battery is hot when you charge it (>50 °C
(>122 °F)), disconnect the charger and move product or battery to a
cool, nonflammable location. Recycle the battery according to local
regulations and return the product for service as applicable.
 The battery door must be closed and locked before you operate
the Product.
 Repair the Product before use if the battery leaks.
 Recharge the batteries when the low battery indicator shows to
prevent incorrect measurements.
 Do not disassemble or crush battery cells and battery packs.
 Do not put battery cells and battery packs near heat or fire. Do not
put in sunlight.
 Have an approved technician repair the Product.
 For Products with rechargeable batteries, use only AC adapters
approved by Fluke Networks for use with the Product to supply
power to the Product and charge the battery.
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To prevent damage to the Product or cables under test and to
prevent data loss, read all safety information given in all
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Connectors, Keys, and LEDs
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Figure 1. Connectors, Keys, and LEDs (Versiv 2 shown)
 LCD display with touchscreen.
 Blank module included with the FI-7000 kit. Keep the module installed to give
protection to the module connectors.
 Micro USB port: This USB port lets you connect the tester to a PC so you can
upload test results to the PC and install software updates in the tester.
 Type A USB port: This USB host port lets you save test results on a USB flash
drive and connect the FI-1000 video probe to the tester. Versiv: Also lets you
connect a Wi-Fi adapter for access to Fluke Networks cloud services. (Versiv 2
testers have an internal Wi-Fi radio.)
 Headset jack.
 : Starts a test. To start a test, you can also tap TEST on the display.
 Power button. Versiv 2: The LED in the power button shows the status of the
battery charging process. See the Users Manual.
 : Press to go to the home screen.
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 Connector for the AC adapter.
 RJ45 connector: Lets you connect to a network for access to Fluke Networks
cloud services.
 Removable tip for different types of connectors.
 Dial for focus adjustment.
 The button starts the FiberInspector test and switches the probe between still
and live modes.
How to Do a FiberInspector Test
1. Power the Tester
Charge the battery if necessary. Connect the ac adapter to ac power and to
the adapter connector () shown in Figure 1. You can use the tester while
the battery charges.
2. Connect the FI-1000 Probe
With the tester off, connect the probe to the type A USB port on the side of
the tester. Then turn on the tester. Figure 2 shows the home screen for a
FiberInspector test.
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Figure 2. Panels on the Home Screen
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 To set up a project, tap the
PROJECT panel.
 To change settings for the
test, tap the test setup panel.
 To set up cable IDs, turn on Auto Save,
and change the settings for the fiber End,
tap the Next ID panel.
 To upload results to LinkWare Live, tap
SYNC.
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3. Install the Correct Tip on the Probe
See Figure 3.
4. Clean the Connector
Use proper cleaning procedures to clean the connector you will inspect.
5. Do the FiberInspector Test
To start the test, press the button on the probe, tap TEST, or press .
To adjust the focus, turn the dial on the probe.
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Figure 3. How to Use the FI-1000 Probe
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6. Examine the Results
See Figure 4:
 Manual limit selected (default): To give a PASS or FAIL grade to the image,
tap GRADE.
 Test limit selected: To see an analysis of the defects, tap ANALYZE. The
tester uses the selected test limit to give scratches and defects a PASS
(green highlight) or FAIL (red highlight) grade.
WCaution
If a defect is possibly a dirt particle, clean the endface and do the
inspection again. You must remove all loose particles because
they can move into the core when you make connections.
7. Save the Results
7-1 Tap SAVE.
7-2 If the Cable ID box shows the correct ID, tap SAVE.
To enter a cable ID, tap the Cable ID box on the SAVE RESULT screen, use the
keyboard to enter a name for the results, tap DONE, then tap SAVE.
The tester saves the results in the DEFAULT project, unless you selected a
different project.
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Figure 4. Examples of FiberInspector Results Screens
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About Fluke Networks Cloud Services
With a Fluke Networks web account and a wired or wireless network
connection, you can use the LinkWare Live web application to store and
manage projects in the cloud. Go to https://www.linkwarelive.com/signin or
see the Users Manual or Technical Reference Handbook for more information.
Registration
Registering your product with Fluke Networks gives you access to valuable
information on product updates, troubleshooting tips, and other support services.
To register, use LinkWare PC software. Download LinkWare PC from the Fluke
Networks website.
Contact Fluke Networks
Fluke Networks operates in more than 50 countries worldwide. For more
contact information, go to our website.
General Specifications
Warranty
Limited 1-year warranty. See the product manual for details.
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[email protected]
1-800-283-5853, [phone]
Fluke Networks
6920 Seaway Boulevard, MS 143F
Everett WA 98203 USA
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Power
Adapter
Input: 100 to 240 VAC ±10%, 50/60Hz; Output: 15 VDC, 2 A maximum
Class II
Versiv 2
wireless
radio*
Frequency ranges:
2.4 GHz band: 2412 MHz to 2484 MHz
5 GHz band: 4910 MHz to 5825 MHz
Output power: <100 mW
Temperature Operating: 0 °C to +45 °C; Storage: -10 °C to +60 °C
Altitude Operating: 4,000 m (3,200 m with AC adapter); Storage: 12,000 m
* For more information, go to www.flukenetworks.com/manuals and search for “Radio
Frequency Data for Class A”.
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