Pro PM-100 Series User manual

V5.27.16
PM-100
S
ERIES Power Meter
Operation Guide

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Contents
1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................2
2 Warranty................................................................................................................................................................2
3 Safety Information.................................................................................................................................................3
4 Preparing for Operation.......................................................................................................................................3
4.1 Unpacking the instrument.................................................................................................................................3
4.2 Discharged batteries .........................................................................................................................................3
4.3 AC operation ....................................................................................................................................................4
5 Operation ...............................................................................................................................................................4
5.1 Display and controls.........................................................................................................................................4
5.1.1 Keypad.......................................................................................................................................................4
5.1.3 LCD...........................................................................................................................................................4
5.2 Turning the instrument on and off....................................................................................................................5
5.3 Setting the wavelength .....................................................................................................................................5
5.4 Setting and checking reference level................................................................................................................5

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1 Introduction
The 100 Series Power Meters work in conjunction with a laser source, automatically detecting the light
wavelength at 850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550 and 1625nm. Ruggedized, lightweight and reliable, the 100 Series
packs a lot of power into a reasonably-priced, easy-to-use unit.
A convenient “Low Battery” indicator reminds the user to recharge the battery, while the compact size delivers
outstanding usability, typically only found on higher-priced units.
Sold, serviced and supported in the USA, the 100 Series Power Meters comes standard with a 2.5mm port and
FC/PC, SC/ PC, ST/PC connectors, as well as a standard 3-Year warranty, rechargeable Li-ion battery, AC
adaptor and soft carrying case.
Main Features:
•Easy-to-Use, Straight-Forward Operation
•Automatically Detects Light Wavelength
•Backlit LCD
•Ruggedized Design
•Sold, Serviced and Supported in the USA
2 Warranty
Three Years Limited Warranty
Products are warranted against the defective components and workmanship for a period of three years from the
date of delivery to the original customer. Any product found to be defective within the warranty period would be
returned to authorized service center for repair, replacement and calibration.
Exclusions
The warranty on your equipment shall not apply to defects resulting from the following:
•Unauthorized repair or modification including battery replacement
•Misuse
•Negligence
•Accident
Returning Product
To return product, you must contact PRO to obtain additional information if necessary. To serve you better,
please specify the reasons for the return. All delivery and mails should be sent to the following address:
9999 Hamilton Blvd Suite 220 Breinigsville, PA 18031

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3 Safety Information
Warning
•Never look directly into optical outputs or a fiber while the equipment is on. Invisible and visible laser
beam may damage your eyes.
•Do not short-circuit the terminal of AC adapter I charger and the batteries. Excessive electrical current
may cause personal injury due to fumes, electric shock or equipment damage.
•Connect AC power cord with the equipment and wall socket properly. While inserting the AC plug, make
sure there is no dust or dirt on the terminals and both plugs are fully seated. Incomplete engagement may
cause fuming, electric shock or equipment damage and may result in personal injury.
•Do not operate the equipment near hot objects, in hot environments, in dusty/ humid atmosphere or when
condensation is present on the equipment. This may result in electric shock, product malfunction or poor
performance.
4 Preparing for Operation
4.1 Unpacking the instrument
Packing material
We suggest that you keep the original packing material. Using the original packing material is your guarantee of
protecting the instrument during transit.
Standard Accessories:
Power Meter, User Manual, Worldwide Compatible AC/DC Power Adaptor, Test Report, Adaptors: FC/PC,
SC/PC, ST/PC, Built-in 2.5mm Universal Adaptor, Li-ion Battery, Carrying Case
Checking for damage in transit
After unpacking the instrument, check to see whether it was damaged in transit. This is particularly likely if the
outer casing is clearly damaged. If there is damage, do not attempt to operate the instrument or to repair it without
authorization. Doing so can cause further damage and you may lose your warranty qualification.
4.2 Discharged batteries
There is a battery indicator on the screen to show the remaining charge. There are four status the indicator may
show, full, with 2 blacks, with 1 black and empty. If an empty battery indicator flashes it means the power is
almost out, and that is when you should recharge the batteries by connect the AC adapter with the instrument. If
the discharged batteries get to their limitations after long-time use, please replace it with a new one. To replace
the batteries, please remove the battery plate on the back of instrument with a screwdriver.
When the battery charge is extremely low to supply the necessary power, the instrument will automatically switch
off.
Note: The AC indicator is not displayed when power is supplied by battery. To eliminate the possibility of acid
leakage, please take out the battery if the unit is not used for a long time.

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4.3 AC operation
If the instrument is mainly used at one location, e.g. in a laboratory or test department, the AC adapter can be used
to power it instead of batteries. There is a DC input jack on the top side of the instrument casing into which the
output cable of the AC adapter is plugged. And when the AC adapter is plugged in, the AC Indicator on the LCD
will be displayed.
Note:
•Power is supplied by the AC adapter even if battery is fitted. And the battery indicator is not displayed on
the screen when AC adapter is plugged.
•Make sure that the operating voltage is within the range of the local AC voltage. e.g. INPUT: AC1 00-
240V, 50-60Hz.
5 Operation
5.1 Display and controls
5.1.1 Keypad
The PRO-100 Series keypad is used to access a wide range of instrument functions.
Key
Function
Switches instrument on/off. Long keypress over 2
seconds while powering on is to activate the
instrument without Auto-off function.
Short keypress to display reference level of
present test wavelength.
Long keypress to set a new reference level of
present test wavelength.
Selects measurement wavelengths.
Switches measurement units among dBm,
dB and mw.
Switches backlighting on/off.
5.1.3 LCD
Connector interchangeable
FC/PC, FC/ST, FC/SC
DC Input

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5.2 Turning the instrument on and off
1) Press the "ON/OFF" key briefly. The instrument powers on, and backlighting switches on with the short
beeper of the buzzer. Please check the battery capacity and the connection of the battery in the battery
plate if it fails.
2) Press the "ON/OFF" key briefly again. The instrument powers off and backlighting switches off with the
short beeper of the buzzer. When the battery capacity indicator flashes on the LCD, please recharge the
battery or change new batteries. Otherwise, the instrument will be damaged by the shortage of the power.
3) Turn on/off the auto-off function the instrument powers off automatically if no key press in 10 minutes.
Press the "ON/OFF" key for about 2 seconds to deactivate the auto-off function and the indicator will
disappear on the LCD. The instrument will be power off if the battery capacity is too low to support the
operation.
5.3 Setting the wavelength
Press the "A" key repeatedly until the desired wavelength is displayed. You can select from six possible
wavelengths: 850nm, 1300nm, 1310nm, 1490nm, 1550nm and 1625nm. The instrument defaults to the
wavelength of 1550nm.
5.4 Setting and checking reference level
Setting the reference level
Press and hold the "REF" key over 2 seconds to store the presently measured value as the new reference level for
the current wavelength. Once the new reference level is set, the LCD displays 0.00dB with the beeper of the
buzzer and the PRO-100 Series switches to the dB measurement mode.
Checking the reference level
Press the "REF" key to display the stored reference level for the current wavelength and a sign of "REF" will be
displayed on the LCD to indicate that it is a reference value. The displayed value only lasts 1 second. The
instrument switches to the dB measurement mode.

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Precision Rated Optics, Inc
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Corporate Office
Billing & Processing
PO Box 877 Trexlertown, PA 18087
Precision Rated Optics, Inc.
Product Distribution Center Manufacturing & Testing
9999 Hamilton Blvd Suite 220 Breinigsville, PA 18031