Ripley MILLER VIS300 User manual

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VIS300 User Guide
VIS300
Fiber Inspection Scope
User Guide

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VIS300 User Guide
Contents
Introduction 3
Device Overview 3
Basic Device Functionality 4
Endface Cleaning and Inspection Procedure 5
Integration with Windows InSpec 7
Certications and Contact Information 11

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The VIS300 Fiber Inspection Scope is a low cost, and compact Inspection scope for manually verrifying compliance with
the IEC 61300-3-35 Specication. This document will serve as an overview of the major features and functions of the
device as well as instructions for use with the Windows InSpec software if you have the USB Variant. If you are looking for
an standalone automatic inspection system take a look at the VIS300C inspection system. Or if you are looking for a low
cost Automated inspection scope check out the VIS400.
Introduction
Screen
Live display of the ber at
the end of the probe
Connector Adapter
The VIS300 comes with a
universal 2.5 adapter by
default, however additional
adapters are available and are
user replaceable.
Device Overview
Focus Ring
Spinning this ring clockwise
focuses toward the ber while
counter clockwise moves
towards the users hand.
Din Connector
This cable connects the
probe to the monitor
Power Button
Pressing the Power Button
will turn on or o the unit
Brightness Controls
These buttons
alow you to dim
or brighten the
monitors image
Mini USB
If you have thet USb Variant
this lets you connect to the
desktop inspec software

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Focusing
There are two options for focusing the VIS300 camera to get a clear image of the ber end. the focus methodused will
largely depend on the type of connector being inspected, as well as the accessibility of the ber end.
Basic Device Functionality
1). when inspecting an exposed ceramic ferrule, you can use your index or thumb to adjust the focus wheel on the VIS300.
Changing the adapter tip
1). when inspecting a bulkhead, you can insert the VIS300 into the panel then either use the focusing ring, or rotate the
unit if the ring is hard to reach due to surrounding bers.

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Endface Cleaning and Inspection Procedure
Intro
Nearly 95% of all ber optic system failures can be attributed to dirt on the ber endface. Such situations are ofent
entirely avoidable if proper cleaning procedures are followed. The International Electrotechnical Commision (IEC) has
created a standard of ber endface cleanliness, as well as a thorough ber cleaning procedure used to achieve that
standard. Industry best practices dictate strict adherence to this procedure in order to achieve optimal optical links
Fibers like the one shown in the “Before Cleaning” image (above) are commonly seen before installation. When bers
are improperly protected dust and debris can make their way onto the endface. The problem of dirt on ber enfaces can
be compounded by the presence of adhesive residue due to poor ber storage techniques. The IEC has laid out a dry
and wet/dry cleaning process that accounts for both the supercial and more stuborn debris that may be found on ber
endfaces.
Dry Cleaning
Dry cleaning connector endfaces is accomplished using a one-click or cletop cleaner. the one-click cleaner is used by
simply inserting a ber into the adapter cap and pushing until the unit clicks. The cletop cleaner can be used by retracting
the door on the body of the device to reveal a lint-free dry pad, and then rmly pressing the ber endface into the pad
and dragging downward. Both methods will most likely remove dust and other moveable debris.
Wet/Dry Cleaning
The wet/dry method (shown above) utilizes a lint-free pad and a ber wash pen lled with a solution of alchohol. To use
this method:
1. isolate a pad so it is on top of the laminated arrow sheet
2. place a coin sized spot of solution on the wipe using the pen
3. rub the ber endface into the wet portion of the pad.
4. drag the ber downward to the dry part of the pad, applying steady pressure. This method is helpful for removing
stubborn debris
Before Cleaning After Cleaning
Auto Analyzed images from the VIS400 and the windows inspec
software. The VIS300 Does not support automatic analysis.