ODM RP 560 User manual

RP 560
Optical Power Meter
User Guide

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Introduction
Device Overview
The RP 560 is an optical power meter used for verifying the proper function of ber optic networks.
This document will serve as an overview of the major functions and features of the device.
Protective Adapter Cover
Cover ips closed to protect ber interface when storing RP 560.
When ipped open, cover may be used as a stand to rest the RP 560 at
an angle on a at surface.
LCD Screen
Screen displays all relevant information for ber testing. Backlight
timer may be adjusted in device options menu.
Save Button
On Main screen, press button once to save currently-displayed data.
OK/Menu Button
Used to access menu system and select settings within menus.
USB Port (on side of unit)
Used to connect RP 560 to a computer running the inSpec software.
Directional Buttons
Used to navigate menu system and review saved readings (context-
sensitive functions).
Power Button
Press once to turn unit ON or OFF.
dB/dBm and SetRef Button
On Main screen, press button once to switch between dB and dBm
modes. Hold button (in dBm mode) to set reference for the currently-
selected wavelength.
Read and understand all of the instructions and safety
information in this manual before operating this tool.

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Introduction 2
Device Overview 2
Important Safety Information 4
Understanding the Main screen 5
Wavelengths 6
Projects 8
Settings 11
Integration with inSpec Software 12
Integration with inSpec for Android Devices 19
Common Test Procedures 23
Certications and Contact Information 27
Contents

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Important Safety Information
Read and understand all of the instructions and safety
information in this manual before operating this tool.
Electric Shock hazard
Contact with live circuits could result in severe injury or
death.
Laser Hazard
Avoid eye exposure to open ber connectors and interfaces
when working with ber systems. They may be connected to
a live laser source.
Do not look into the output port of a laser source.
Point ber endfaces toward non-reective surfaces to
prevent reection of laser.
Electric Shock Hazard
Pay attention to proper battery polarity. Do not mix battery
types or manufacturers.
Do not open the unit.
Use this unit only for its intended purpose as outlined in this
document.
Damage to Item Hazard
Do not leave item in direct sunlight or near heat sources,
submerge in water, or subject unit to strong impact.
Cover the ber interface with the ip-cap when not in use.
Do not throw this product away.
Contact your local recycling station to dispose of properly.

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Understanding the Main screen
Battery Indicator
The battery indicator displays the
current battery level. The four
segments will disappear as the
battery level decreases to indicate
remaining battery power.
Wavelength Indicator 1
Displays either the selected
wavelength or the wavelength
recognized by the RP 560 (Auto-ID
mode only).
Wavelength Indicator 2
Displays the wavelength recognized
by the RP 560 (Auto-ID mode only).
Project Indicator
Displays the project folder to which
readings will be saved.
Wavelength 1 Display
The incoming power level (dBm) or
the loss value (dB) of the primary
wavelength is shown here.
Wavelength 2 Display
The incoming power level (dBm) or
the loss value (dB) of the secondary
wavelength is shown here.
Location Indicator
The next available data slot in the
project folder is displayed here.
Tone Indicator
If a modulated tone is present on
the ber being tested, 2kHz, 1kHz, or
270Hz will be shown, depending on
the modulated tone.
Auto-ID Indicator
The word “Auto” is displayed when
the power meter is in the automatic
wavelength identication mode.
Bluetooth®Indicator
When this icon is displayed,
Bluetooth functionality is turned on.
Bluetooth features are explained
elsewhere in this document.
The Main screen of the RP 560 acts as the general user interface for ber testing.
Up to two wavelengths may be displayed at one time, but it is important to note that the dual
wavelength view only functions when the RP 560 is set to Auto-ID mode and it is currently receiving
a signal from an ODM DLS 6XX-series light source that is ALSO set to Auto-ID mode and transmitting
two wavelengths.
The Auto-ID mode allows users to automatically switch to the correct wavelength being transmitted
on the ber. Novice users may nd this feature helpful if they do not understand the dierence
between wavelengths.
Similarly, the Auto-ID mode allows two wavelengths to be tested at once. When the compatible light
source transmits both wavelengths, the RP 560 will recognize the output power of both wavelengths
individually and provide a dBm power level or dB loss value for each wavelength.
In all other measurement modes, only one wavelength/measurement will be displayed.
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Wavelengths
Press the OK/Menu button to access the Main Menu
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to move the cursor to the option you would like to explore. Press the
Left arrow button to go back to the Main screen. Press the OK/Menu button or the Right arrow button
to select an option.
Press the OK or Right arrow button to select the Wavelength menu.
The Wavelength menu shows all measurable wavelengths.
The currently-selected option is highlighted. The cursor may be
moved up and down the list with the Up/Down arrow buttons.
Press the OK button or the Right arrow button to select the
wavelength that the cursor indicates.
Press the Left arrow button to return to the Main Menu, and
once again to return to the Main device screen.

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The Main screen of the RP 560 will adjust based on the wavelength mode selected. See below for
examples of dierent states the Main screen may display.
Selection on Wavelength Menu Main screen (no light detected) Main screen (light detected)
Auto-ID mode selected No wavelength detected Two wavelengths detected
Single wavelength selected No light detected for wavelength Laser signal detected

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Press the OK/Menu button to access the Main menu.
Projects
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to move the cursor to the option you would like to explore. Press the
Left arrow button to go back to the Main screen. Press the OK/Menu button or the Right arrow button
to select an option.
Press the OK or Right arrow button to select the Project menu.
The Project menu allows you to view and edit all readings saved
to the various project folders on the RP 560.
The cursor may be moved up and down the list with the Up/
Down arrow buttons.
Press the OK button or the Right arrow button to select the
option that the cursor indicates.
Press the Left arrow button to return to the Main Menu, and
once again to return to the Main device screen.
The “View” option allows you to view and delete readings in the
current project folder.
“Sync BT” and “Sync USB” will transfer all readings in the project
folder to the inSpec software (AndroidTM, Apple® iOS, Windows®).
“Clear Saves” deletes ALL readings in the current folder.
“Change” allows you to select a dierent project folder for
testing and/or editing.

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Select “View” to see all saved readings in the current folder.
Use the arrow buttons to select Yes or No. The reading will be deleted if Yes is selected using the
OK/Menu button.
Deleted readings will be indicated in the list and in the detailed view.
The readings will be displayed in numerical order. The numbers
in the left column are automatically assigned as the Save button
is pressed on the Main screen of the RP 560. In the example at
left, 5 readings have been saved.
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to navigate through the list.
Over 500 readings may be saved in each project folder.
Press the OK/Menu button or the Right arrow button to see a
detailed view of the currently-selected reading.
In the detailed view, all information relevant to the reading is
displayed onscreen.
The wavelength, measurement, measurement mode (dB/dBm),
project folder, save location, and wavelength mode (CW or Auto)
are all shown.
Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to cycle through the saved
readings.
Use the Left arrow button to return to the list view.
Press the OK/Menu or Right arrow button when viewing a saved
reading to delete the reading. A conrmation dialog will pop up
to ensure readings are not deleted accidentally.

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Move the cursor to the “Clear Saves” option. Press the OK/Menu button or the Right arrow button to
bring up the conrmation dialog. Selecting “Yes” will delete all readings in the project folder.
Move the cursor to the “Change” option. Press the OK/Menu button or the Right arrow button to
bring up the Project Selection menu. Select a project from the list using the OK/Menu or Right arrow
button to change the folder where readings are saved.
The selected project will be highlighted.

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Press the OK/Menu button to access the Main menu. Then select Settings.
Settings
The Settings menu allows you to change several user settings on
the RP 560.
The cursor may be moved up and down the list with the Up/
Down arrow buttons.
Press the OK button or the Right arrow button to select the
option that the cursor indicates.
Press the Left arrow button to return to the Main Menu, and
once again to return to the Main device screen.
The “Bluetooth” option allows you to turn Bluetooth functionality
ON or OFF. Factory default setting is OFF.
“Beeper” turns the audible alert ON and OFF. Factory default
setting is ON.
“Tone Detect” turns the detector for 2kHz, 1kHz, and 270Hz
ON or OFF. When set to OFF, the RP 560 will not indicate if a
modulated signal is received. Factory default setting is ON.
“Backlight” allows you to set the timeout for the screen backlight.
Options include OFF (never turns on), 5 seconds, 15 seconds,
and 30 seconds. The selected option will be highlighted. Factory
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Plug the RP 560 into a Windows PC running the new inSpec software to ooad saved data and create
reports.
Integration with inSpec Software
The RP 560 may be used in either the LIVE mode (saving readings as you go) or in the SYNC mode
(syncing all saved readings).
To sync readings saved on the RP 560 into the inSpec software, navigate to the Menu>Projects and
select Sync USB on the RP 560 unit.
The dialog box shown here will appear in the inSpec window on your
computer. By default, all readings will be imported. To import only
selected readings, hold CTRL on the keyboard and click the readings
to be imported: they will be highlighted. Users can also hold the Shift
key and click the rst and last reading in a range to select the entire
range. Click Import when ready to sync readings into inSpec.
OPM Display
All test data from the RP 560 is
displayed LIVE in this area. One or
two wavelengths may be shown.
Editing Controls
These buttons allow saving and
editing of the data in this window.
Data Display
Readings from the RP 560 are
displayed in this area. Deleted
readings do not appear.

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If the software is being used to save data during the ber test, the buttons onscreen can be used to
perform the tests. Note that the live information from the RP 560 Main screen is displayed on the
right side of the window.
The left side of the window displays the readings from the RP 560 after they have been synced into
the software. Any readings that were Deleted from the RP 560 will be omitted from the synced data.
Wavelength
Click here to change the
measured wavelength.
Changes will be mirrored on
the RP 560.
Save
Click to save the current
reading. The reading will
appear in the data window
on the left side of the screen.
Delete
Click to delete selected
reading(s). They cannot be
recovered. This does not
aect readings saved to the
RP 560 internal memory.
dB/dBm
Click here to switch between
dB and dBm measurement
modes. Click-and-hold for 2
seconds to set reference when
in dBm mode (or click Set Ref
button below). Changes will
be mirrored on the RP 560.

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The saved data that is synced into the software or saved live can be edited for nal reporting in the
Reports tab.
Make Report
Creates report with all data
and report information
included.
Delete
Delete selected reading(s).
Edit
Edit multiple readings.

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Double-click on any one reading to edit the “ID” column for that reading. Or select the reading and
click “Edit Selected”.
The ID column changes are shown immediately.
Use the CTRL key on the computer keyboard and click multiple readings to select multiple readings
for editing. To select a range of readings, click the rst reading in the range, hold the Shift key on the
computer keyboard, and click the last reading in the range.
With multiple readings selected, click the Edit button to bring up the multi-editor. Edit the information
and click “Apply” to change the ID for multiple items.

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To choose preset color codes, click Settings>Color Codes.
Click the dropdown box to select from preset color codes, or click “Custom” to set your own color
codes which can be used in the future.
When using the Custom option, enter the color codes in the white space on the left side of the
window. Each line represents an indexed location. Click “Save” when nished.
The color codes entered or selected will ll the available readings. For example, the Custom setting
has 6 entries, but only 5 readings are saved. Only the 5 readings will receive a new ID.

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To change the Pass/Fail column, click Settings>Set Min/Max.
Loss minimum is usually set to 0. A maximum of 3 is standard for most ber tests. Set Min and Max to
any values as needed, then click “Apply”.
Any readings which fall within the Min/Max range provided will be given a PASS designation. Readings
that do not fall within the range will be given a FAIL designation.

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To change the Report Settings, click Settings>Report Settings.
ALL information in the gray and white boxes is editable. The default settings are shown above. Click
“Reset to Defaults” to return to this arrangement of information. Enter all info as needed and click
Save to have the information appear on reports.
The Ripley ODM logo will appear on reports. Click Browse to choose a dierent logo to place on the
report, if desired.

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ODM’s inSpec application can be downloaded from the Google Play store. Connect the RP 560 to a
smartphone via Bluetooth to perform live testing or to share data for fast reporting.
Integration with inSpec for Android Devices
To turn the Bluetooth feature ON,
navigate to the Settings menu,
select Bluetooth, and Select ON. The
RP 560 device ID is shown on this
screen; take note of it. The Bluetooth
icon will be shown on the main
screen of the RP 560.
Open the inSpec app on your Android device. Touch the “Setup Optical Power Meter” button to
access the OPM page of the app. Touch the icon in the top right corner of the screen and select
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Touch the Scan button, and select your
RP 560 unit when it appears in the list. When
the RP 560 is connected to the Android
device via Bluetooth, a connection icon will
appear on the RP 560 screen.
The diagram below shows the features of the main screen of the inSpec app. All changes to the
RP 560 streamed data will be mirrored on the physical RP 560 unit.
Reading Display
All info from the RP 560 is
displayed in this area.
Saved Data
Data is saved in this list
whenever the Save Reading
button is touched. Data is
NOT saved on the RP 560.
Delete Selected
Delete the selected data row.
Edit Selected
Change the Name ID of the
selected data row.
SetRef
Touch this button to set the
reference when in dBm mode.
Save Reading
Save the data from the
Display section as a new
row in the Saved Data list.
In Dual measurement mode,
two rows will be saved.
dB/dBm
Touch this button to switch
between dB and dBm modes.
Wavelength Selector
Touch this button to choose
the measured wavelength, or
use Auto mode.