Kingfisher KI2000 Series Operating manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Two Way Test Set + ORL
Two Way Loss Test Set
KI 23400 Series
KI 27400 Series

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH ISO/IEC 17050:2004
Manufacturer’s Name: Kingfisher International Pty. Ltd.
Manufacturer’s Address: 720 Springvale Road, Mulgrave, Victoria 3170, Australia
hereby declares, that the products listed below
Product Name: Optical Power Meter, Optical Light Source, Optical Loss Test Set
Model Number: KI2000 Series
Product Options: This declaration covers all options of the above product(s)
complies with the essential requirements of the applicable European Directives:
•Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/UE and the EMC Directive 2014/30/UE, and carries the CE marking accordingly
•Directive 2011/65/EU on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)
•Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The instrument can be disposed of local retail shop with
WEEE collection point.
and conform to the following standards and specifications:
MIL-PRF-28800F:1996 Performance specification -Test equipment for use with electrical and electronic equipment, general specification
IEC 60529 Ed. 2.2 / EN 60529:1991 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures
Power Meter conforms to:
IEC 61315 Ed. 2.0 Calibration of fibre-optic power meters
EMC Limit
IEC 61326-1 Ed. 2.0 / EN 61326-1:2013
IEC CISPR 11 Ed. 6.1 / EN 55011:2016 Limits applicable to Group 1 Class B equipment
IEC CISPR 16-1:2004~2019 Limits applicable to Class B equipment
IEC CISPR 16-2:2003~2016 Limits applicable to Class B equipment
IEC 61000-3-2 Ed. 5.0 (2018) / EN 61000-3-2:2014
IEC 61000-3-3 Ed. 3.1(2017) / EN 61000-3-3:2013
IEC 61000-4-2 Ed. 2.0 (2008) / EN 61000-4-2:2009 4kV CD, 8kV AD
IEC 61000-4-3 Ed. 3.2 / EN 61000-4-3:2006 3V/m, 80-1000MHz
IEC 61000-4-4 Ed. 3.0 / EN 61000-4-4:2012 1kV signal lines, 2kV power lines
IEC 61000-4-5Ed. 3.1 / EN 61000-4-5:2014 1kV line-line, 2kV line-ground
IEC 61000-4-6 Ed. 4.0 / EN 61000-4-6:2014 3V, 0.15-80 MHz
IEC 61000-4-11 Ed. 2.1 / EN 61000-4-11:2004 0.5 cycle/100%/each polarity
ICES-001: 2006 (Canada)
CFR 47 FCC Part 15, Subpart B (Exempted devices) (USA)
Safety
Light Source conforms to:
IEC 60825-1:2014 Safety of laser products - Equipment classification, requirements and user’s guide
IEC 60825-2:2004 Safety of laser products - Safety of optical fibre communication systems (OFCS)
CFR 21part 1040.10 (USA) Performance standards for light- emitting products-Laser products
Supplemental Information:
The product was tested in a typical configuration with Kingfisher International test systems.
17 March 2020
Date
Bruce Robertson
Name
Technical Director
Title
Revision: F Issue Date: 17 March 2020

OPERATION MANUAL
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KI234xx Premium Two-Way Optical Loss Test Set
with Length & Optical Return Loss (ORL)
KI274xx Two-Way Optical Loss Test Set with
Length
Congratulations on your purchase of this equipment, engineered to provide
excellent performance, convenience, and reliability. To get the best use
from your instrument and to ensure its safe operation, please spend a few
minutes to read this manual.
Made in Australia. International
© Copyright Kingfisher International Pty Ltd
Edition 2, Sep 2020

CONTENTS
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Contents
Contents..........................................................................2
Pictures of Instrument.....................................................5
Applications Support.......................................................7
Instrument Service..........................................................7
Introduction and Applications..........................................8
Typical Test Applications (all options):................................ 8
Key Benefits........................................................................ 8
Memory and External Software Features............................ 9
Autotest Two-Way Loss, ORL & Length.............................. 9
ORL Meter Features ......................................................... 10
Power Meter Features....................................................... 10
Light Source Features....................................................... 11
Multi-Fiber ID, Continuity & Locator Features................... 11
Test Standards Compliance..........................................12
General Safety Summary..............................................13
Initial Inspection ................................................................ 13
Operating Environment..................................................... 14
Storage & Shipment Environment..................................... 14
Mains Voltage Safety........................................................ 14
Laser Eye Safety Information............................................ 14
Battery & External Power..............................................16
Disabling Battery Charging ............................................... 16
Enabling Battery Charging................................................ 16
Push-On Optical Connector..........................................19
Power Meter...................................................................... 19
Light Source...................................................................... 20
How To Clean Optical Connectors.................................... 20
When To Clean The Optical Connectors........................... 21
Screw-On Optical Connector........................................22
How To Clean The Optical Connectors............................. 22
Getting Started & Turning On .......................................24
Turn On The Instrument.................................................... 24
Backlight ........................................................................... 25
Operation.......................................................................... 25
Fiber Optic Connector Arrangement ................................. 25
Basic Power Meter............................................................ 25
Basic Light Source............................................................ 26
Application Software ......................................................... 26
Firmware upgrade............................................................. 26
Instrument Hard Re-start................................................... 26
Setting Time & Date......................................................27
Menu Navigation Tips...................................................28
LCD General Information.................................................. 28
Autotest Overview.........................................................29
Two-Way Autotest............................................................. 29
One-Way Autotest............................................................. 29
Limiting Active Autotest Options ....................................... 29
Autotest Data saved.......................................................... 30
Autotest General Operation .............................................. 30
Autotest Operation............................................................ 31
Kingfisher Autotest Compatibility....................................... 31
Autotest Two-Way Operation........................................32

CONTENTS
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Two-Way Referencing....................................................... 32
Length Measurement........................................................ 33
Autotest One-Way Operation........................................34
One-Way Referencing....................................................... 34
Autotest User-To-User Communication........................35
Autotest λRestriction ....................................................36
Method 1 (easy)................................................................ 36
Method 2 (more control).................................................... 36
A Test Lead Verification Test Procedure......................37
Pass / Fail Testing ........................................................39
Pass/Fail Set Up ............................................................... 39
Pass/Fail Operation........................................................... 40
Continuity & Polarity Test Overview .............................41
VFL-VisiTester Option....................................................... 41
Standard Test Tone Source & Detection........................... 41
Advanced Test Tone Source & Detection......................... 41
Power Meter Manual Operation....................................42
Light Source Manual Operation....................................43
ORL Meter Manual Operation.......................................44
Low Reflection Terminations............................................. 44
ORL Meter Operation........................................................ 44
ORL Zero Function............................................................ 44
User Calibration Mode (UCAL) ......................................... 45
VFL-VisiTester Operation .............................................46
Tone Detection & Slow Mode .......................................47
Test Recording & Reporting Overview .........................48
Instrument Memory Overview.......................................49
Instrument Memory Operation......................................50
Recording Data to Memory............................................... 50
Recalling Stored Data from Memory................................. 50
Re-Test or Over-Write Results.......................................... 51
Clearing Memory............................................................... 51
Memory Capacity.............................................................. 51
Instrument USB Ports ....................................................... 52
Text ID Tag Operation ..................................................53
Use a Stored Text ID Tag ................................................. 53
Modify a Text ID Tag......................................................... 53
Delete a Text ID Tag......................................................... 53
Create a New Text ID Tag ................................................ 53
Application of TEXT ID Tag............................................... 54
USB Key Memory Dump...............................................55
Instrument Data Sanitization.........................................55
External KITS™ Software .............................................56
Instrument Firmware Updates........................................... 56
Tier 1 Test Example......................................................57
Care of Your Instrument................................................60
Accuracy Considerations..............................................61
Power Meter...................................................................... 61
Light Source...................................................................... 62
Optical Return Loss........................................................... 62
DWDM Loss & Power Measurements............................... 62
CWDM Loss & Power Measurements............................... 62
Definition Of Terms.......................................................64
Specifications................................................................65

CONTENTS
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Ordering Information.....................................................70
Calibration & Maintenance............................................73
Performance Verification Tests.....................................75
Power Meter...................................................................... 76
Light Source...................................................................... 76
Two Way Autotest............................................................. 78
One Way Autotest............................................................. 80
Length measurement........................................................ 81
Optical Return Loss........................................................... 81
Required Equipment ......................................................... 84
General Test Records....................................................... 85
Quick Reference Guide.................................................92
Disclaimer & Warranty..................................................98
Notes.............................................................................99

KI23400/KI27400 UM-2
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Pictures of Instrument
KI23400 / 27400 HANDHELD 2-WAY LOSS TEST METER
Toggle Centre
Memory USB
store
On/Off
Display
Backlight
Battery
compartment
Connector release
& port identifier
Lugs for
Carry Strap
Flip-over connector
cover & tilt bail
Labelling:
Compliance
Model No
Basic Operation
Anti-slip strip

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KI23400 / 27400 HANDHELD 2-WAY LOSS TEST METER
Micro USB port for
data and power
USB port for
memory stick
Full-segment picture of LCD
Slim, easy
to hold

SERVICE AND SUPPORT
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Applications Support
Please visit www.kingfisherfiber.com to see our comprehensive
Application Notes written to support instrument users, an updated
version of this manual or instrument firmware updates. FAQs can be
found in the “Support” section of our website.
This equipment can perform testing in accordance with TIA and IEC
fiber optic test standards. Please refer to www.kingfisherfiber.com for
details.
Look at www.kingfisherfiber.com to find distributor and service centre
details from the Contact Us section.
Our local agents can offer excellent applications advice in your
language and time zone.
If you are having difficulties, please feel free to contact
[email protected] for applications support.
Instrument Service
Qualified personnel must perform adjustment, maintenance, or repair
of this product. Refer to General Safety Summary section of this
manual. To obtain service, please contact your local Kingfisher
International distributor or our office in Australia:
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
If returning equipment to us for service or calibration, please download
and complete the Return Material Authorization Form located on
the Support page on our web site.
To avoid delays and minimise disruption for our customers, we offer a
fixed price repair service.
For the staff at our fully equipped service and calibration centre, it is
their pleasure to keep your equipment performing at its very best.

INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATIONS
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Introduction and Applications
The KI2000 family of Two-Way Optical Loss Test Sets are used to test
single mode and multimode fiber optic cable & systems, including for
high throughput Tier 1 certification, with exceptional convenience,
productivity, and accuracy. These instruments are compact, robust,
and reliable, and are ideal for use by installers, technicians or
engineers in field and laboratory situations.
The instruments are simple to operate, with convenient menus to
guide the user through operational sequences. The large, sunlight
readable custom LCD is an exceptional feature, with a wide viewing
angle and backlight. With simple operation and visual appearance,
these meters offer a surprising level of integrated functionality.
Excellent test accuracy is achieved, while the zero warm up source
options provide exceptional source stability for demanding test
situations.
The innovative VFL VisiTester option is particularly helpful in high fiber
count environments, particularly to locate the exact fiber to be tested.
The interchangeable optical connectors are easily dis-assembled for
cleaning. They are protected by a dust cover, which also flips over to
serve as a handy instrument tilt bail. Many connector styles are
available.
The tough housing has shock-absorbing rubber corners for drop
protection. The latest materials and methods are used to produce an
elegant, yet rugged instrument.
Battery life is 80 –1000 hours from 2 x AA alkaline or NiMH cells.
Instruments can be externally powered or charged via micro USB.
Typical Test Applications (all options):
•Instrument Pair and Two-Way Autotest: Two-way loss, ORL &
length with pass/fail, ideal for Tier 1 Certification.
•Stand-alone instrument and One-Way Autotest: One-way loss,
basic light source, power meter and ORL tester.
•Max / Min power stability testing
•Test reporting & data logging with data security in MS Excel
with KITS™ software
•MPO capable power meter with interchangeable connectors
•Continuity & polarity check using test tones & VFL-VisiTester
•Tone source for fiber identifiers
•Single mode, multimode, mixed, and custom fiber options
Key Benefits
✓Complete network certification & reporting
✓Optimise productivity and minimise training
✓Excellent test accuracy and flexibility
✓Minimise false rework with simple one hook-up test method