Promax PROLITE-57 User manual

User's Guide to the PROLITE-57
PON Power Meter
v2.0 0 MI2029 (13/12/2018)

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1. Introduction
1.1 Summary
PROLITE- is a portable, high quality PON optical
power meter. It is specifically designed to meet the
rapid growth of FTTx market with PON (Passive
Optical Network) technologies. It is capable to
measure all three signals (1310nm, 1490nm and
1550nm) that carry voice, data and video, so-called
t r i p l e - p l a y a p p l i c a t i o n s a l o n g a si n g l e f i b e r.
PROLITE- can measure not only 1490nm and
1550nm optical signal, but also accurately detect and
measure the upstream burst at 1310nm sent from an
ONU while the ONU is in the idle mode. The simple
o p e r a t i o n a n d a c c u r a t e m e a s u r e m e n t m a k e
PROLITE- becomes an ideal tool for PON
(s uitab le f or APO N, B PON, EPON and G PON
application) installation/acceptance test to ensure that
they meet required standards, and service activation
and troubleshooting.
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1.2 Main Function and Specifications
Cost efficient palm size designed for field and lab testing.
Support P/F measurement and normal measurement.
Easy-to-use interface with large color TFT display for easy visibility and LED indicators.
Simply connect-and-display the results of all three wavelengths (1310/1490/1550 nm) of PON
signals with two optical ports.
Detect and measure the upstream burst at 1310 nm.
Support APON, BPON, EPON and GPON networks.
Pass, Fail and Warning indicators for easy view of signal condition.
User definable threshold value (up to 10 sets).
Auto power shut off.
Low battery warning.
USB interface.
Real-time clock.
Unit runs either by Ni-MH battery for more than 20 hours continuously work or AC/DC adapter.
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Connector Type
Measurement Range
(Continuous Datastream)
Burst measurement range
(1310 nm bursted signal)
Spectral Passband
Insertion Loss
Accuracy
Linearity
Display
Refresh Rate of Display
Threshold
Auto Power-off
Number of Ports
Operating Temperature
Relative Humidity
Power Supply
Battery life
Dimension
Net Weight
Detector type
SC/APC, ST/APC
1310 nm 1490 nm
1.5 dB
±0.5 dB
±0.2 dB
2.8 inch TFT LCD
2.5 Hz
10 sets(configured via PC-based software)
Yes
-10 to +50°C
0%~95%,non-condensing
1.2V*4pcs Ni-MH AA;12V AC/DC Adapter
>20 hours
190 mm*105 mm*55 mm(L*W*H)
700 g
2 ports. One for 1310 nm (ONU)
and one for 1490 nm / 1550 nm (OLT)
with rubber protector
-40 dBm~+10 dBm -40 dBm~+10 dBm -40 dBm~+20 dBm
1310 nm 1490 nm 1550 nm
1260 nm~1360 nm
1480 nm~1550 nm
1539 nm~1565 nm
1550 nm
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1.3 Specification:
-30 dBm~+10 dBm
InGaAs

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3 Safety Information
SAFETY RULES
The safety could not be assured if the instructions for use are not closely followed.
The external DC charger is a Class II equipment, for safety reasons plug it to a supply line with the
corresponding ground terminal.
Use the mains adapter in Overvoltage Category I and Pollution Degree 1 installations. To use
INDOOR.
When using some of the following accessories use only the specified ones to ensure safety:
Power adapter
Observe all specified ratings both of supply and measurement.
Use this instrument under the specified environmental conditions.
The user is not allowed to carry out maintenance operations.
Any change on the equipment must be carried out exclusively by technical staff.
Follow the cleaning instructions described in the Maintenance paragraph.

Discharged batteries
1.- When the battery power is almost out, there will be a
warning of indicator keeps blinking, then please replace
the batteries or plug in AC adapter to charge batteries.
2.- Please make sure that you have turned the instrument
on before charge the batteries, unplug the AC adapter
when the batteries are fully charged.
3.- Please make sure the batteries are well placed
before charge them.
4.- To eliminate the possibility of acid leakage, please
take out the batteries if the unit will not be used for a long
time
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 left side of the PL-57 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:
1.- 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.
2.- Make sure that the operating voltage of the AC
Adapter / Charger is the same as the local AC line
voltage.
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Symbols related with safety:
Specific Precautions
Never look directly into optical outputs or a fiber while the
equipment is on.
Invisible laser beam may damage your eyes.
Descriptive Examples of Over-Voltage Categories
Cat I Low voltage installations isolated from themains.
Cat II Portable domestic installations.
Cat III Fixed domestic installations.
Cat IV Industrial installations.
DIRECT CURRENT
ALTERNATING CURRENT
DIRECT AND ALTERNATING
GROUND TERMINAL
PROTECTIVE CONDUCTOR

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4. Preparing for Operation
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.
Checking the package contents
The standard accessories of PROLITE- are as follows:
4*Ni-MH Batteries
Main unit
2 SC & ST adaptors
Carrying Case
USB-USB mini cable
User's Guide
AC Adapter
3 Ferrules
Case strap
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.
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5. Operation
Video/OLTONU
The front panel is divided in two parts:
Part I – LCD Display
Part II-
The tester shows test result on LCD screen, and in the meanwhile
indicates different status in part 2 by LED.
Tester connector types: SC/APC, ST/APC
Keypad
5.1 Layout
Part 1
Part 2

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5.2 Key’s Functions
MODE
SAVE
MENU
dBm/dB
RF/SEL
Power Switch – Hold (> 2 s): Switch unit on and off.
Press: Control Auto-off.
MODE key It enables / disables F/P mode.
G o up in the Menu mode.
–
SAVE key – Hold: Save current data.
Press: Go left in the Menu mode.
– Enter Menu or return to Menu.
MENU Key
dBm / dB Key –Switch measurement unit.
Go down in Menu mode.
REF/SEL Key –Hold: Set current data as REFERENCE.
Press: Display REFERENCE.
OK in Menu mode.

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LEDs
Not only the instrument will display measured optical power value on LCD screen, but also under P/F test
mode its three LED indicators will function with following meanings:
The three LED indicators represent upstream 1310 nm (ONU), downstream 1490 nm (OLT) and 1550 nm
(Video) respectively. The RED color indicates Fail, ORANGE color is Warning and GREEN color means
Pass.
Thresholds
The definitions for the three states (Fail, Warning and Pass) are described as below:
If assuming the instrument’s measuring upper limit as Limit1 and lower limit as Limit2, the “Pass” threshold
value in instrument’s internal setup are Threshold1, Threshold2 as Warning threshold and Threshold3 as
Fail threshold, also Limit2 < Threshold3 < Threshold2 < Threshold1 < Limit1. P value represents
measured optical power, then:
1.If P < Limit2, means the power is Low, the LED will indicate in RED;
2.If Limit2 < P < Threshold3, means Fail, the LED will indicate in RED;
3.If Threshold3 < P < Threshold2, means Warning, the LED will indicate in ORANGE;
4.If Threshold2 < P < Threshold1, means Pass, the LED will indicate in GREEN;
5.If Threshold1 < P < Limit1, means Fail, the LED will indicate in RED;
6.If P > Limit1, means the power is High, the LED will indicate in RED.
5.3 Definitions

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5.4 Quick Operation
1. Connect the instrument to the optical link under test.
2. Press Power On key to turn on the instrument.
3. In the menu mode, choose the second option "Threshold". Press "REF/SEL" to select one group of
threshold from the preset list. Then press "MENU" to return.
4. In the menu mode, choose the third option "Backlight" to enter Backlight setup menu. Use "up" (MODE key)
and "down" (dBm/dB key) to adjust backlight to a suitable brightness. Then press "REF/SEL" key to save
backlight setup. Press "MENU" to return.
5. In the menu mode, choose the fourth option "Time" to enter time setup menu. Use "left" (SAVE key), "up"
(MODE key), "down" (dBm/dB key) to setup time. Then press "REF/SEL" key to save the setup time.
6. Press Mode key to select a test mode, and then the instrument will execute the test automatically and
display the test results on the LCD screen.
7. Power Off. After completing the test, pressing Power key for more than 2 seconds to shut down the
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5.5.1 Powering On the Instrument
Press the Power key to turn on the instrument. It will automatically go to test menu. In test menu,
press Power key and release quickly (less than 2 seconds) to activate or deactivate Auto shut
down function. The auto shut down function means the instrument will shut down automatically if
the instrument has not been operated for a certain period of time. The time period can be set. The
default is 10 min.
5.5 Detail Operation

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5.5.2 Test mode switch:
In the test menu, press Mode to switch between normal test mode and P/F test
mode.
1. Normal test mode
Normal test mode means do not setup threshold value but display optical
power directly. In this mode, the LED indicators will not light. The results are
displayed in two units: dB and dBm using dB/dBm key to switch. See Fig. 1.
Unit dBm is to display the actual power
Unit dB is to display a power value relative to reference value. In this mode,
reference value needs to be preset correctly.
2. P/F test mode
P/F test mode means the measured light power comparing to preset threshold
value to determine if the measured light power meets user’s requirement or
not. LCD will display the optical power and current state. The LED indicators
below the LCD display will also change color to match the current state of
measured light. This test mode is very useful in some special cases required.
See Fig. 2.
Auto off
Auto off
Fig.1 Normal Test Mode Menu (dB)
Fig.2 P/F Test Mode Menu

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5.5.3 Threshold Setup
In this menu, top line shows system information (date & time) and bottom line
shows information of threshold including threshold number and name.
Press "Up" (MODE key) and "Down" (dBm/dB key) to view the preset groups of
thresholds and press Enter ("REF/SEL" key) to confirm current threshold
group.
After this operation, all Pass/Fall mode test results will be based on this threshold
values.
NOTE: The threshold value can only be preset by PC software. See PC
software section for detail.
The user can setup the value. The steps are as follows:
In the Menu mode, choose the second option "Threshold" and enter the threshold
setup menu.
Fig.3 Threshold Setup Menu
Threshold 01 Telecom
USING

In the Menu mode, choose the fourth option "Time " to enter Time Setup menu (see figure 4).
In the Time setup menu, the Save key becomes arrow key - using it to move cursor.
When cursor moves to a number, the user can use key to increase value and to decrease value.
▼
▲
When cursor moves to "Yes" and press REF/SEL key for more than 2 seconds, the "Yes" will flash, that
means the instrument accepts the time change.
During the Time setup, the user can press Menu key (less than 2 sec) to exit Time menu and back to Menu,
then the system time setup remains unchanged.
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5.5.4 Time Setup
Fig.4 Time Setup Menu
Time Setup
08-10-25
15:02:03
Yes

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5.5.5 Unit Switch
When the instrument is in normal test mode, pressing dBm/dB can switch unit between dBm and
dB. Here, the unit dBm is the actual power and unit dB is a power value relative to reference value.
Refer to next section about “Reference value setup”.
When the instrument is in the P/F test mode, pressing dBm/dB key will automatically exit P/F test
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5.5.6 Reference Value Setup
In the test menu, press REF/SEL key for more than 2 seconds, then the LCD will display REF in red (see
Fig. 5). This means the instrument choose the current light power as reference value. The test results
afterward are the values after comparing to this reference value. Now, the unit will be in dB and LED
below LCD display will not light.
In the test menu, press and release REF/SEL key quickly (less than 2 seconds), then current reference
value will appear on LCD display. See Fig. 6.
Auto off
REF
Fig.5 REF Value Setup Menu
Auto off
dBm
Ref
dBm
Ref
dBm
Ref
Fig.6 View REF Value Menu

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5.5.7 Backlit Setup
In the Menu mode, choose the third option "Backlight" to enter Backlit setup menu (s
In this menu, press ▲ (Mode) key to brighten the backlit and ▼ (dBm/dB) key to weaken the backlit.
Press Menu key two times to exit and back to main mode.
ee Fig. 7).
Fig.7 Backlit Setup Menu

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5.5.8 Description of Memory Record Function
Description of Interface:
At the main interface, it shows the current recording number on the left bottom
of the page:
Displaying: num : xxxx(xxxx means the current recording number, the
maximum number up to 1000 pieces ).
As you may refer to the picture 8,it means there are 24 pieces of test recording
inside.
Press the "SAVE" button for longer than 3 seconds to save the current testing
value, as you may refer to the picture 9, the recording number automatically
adds 1 when the interfaces shows "Save".
Auto off
Low
Low
Low
num:0024
m
m
m
SAVE
Fig.8
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At the "History" interface(refer to picture 10), the characters on top of horizon
line are "total number of recording" and "wavelength"(from left to right).
The characters under horizon line are "the number of recording" and the optical
power value in accordance to the corresponding wavelengths.
On the bottom of the page you may see the main menu.
Description of button
In the menu mode, select the first option "History", and press REF/SEL key to enter the "History"
interface (see figure).
At the “History" interface,you may see the main menu on the bottom of the page,they are (from left to
right):
ESC X RST
There is an underline when you selected the menu ( the "ESC" has been chosen in picture 10),press
"Threshold" shortly to move the underline from left to right , after the underline moved to your ideal
menu,press "REF/SEL" shortly to execute it.
RST
3
1:
2:
3:
1310
low
low
low
1490
low
low
low
1550
low
low
low
Esc X
Fig.10