Shineway Tech OLT-55 User manual

OLT-55
Intelligent Optical Loss Tester
User’s Manual
Shineway Technologies, Inc.
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Safety Instructions
Safety Terms Used in This Manual
The WARNING sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a
procedure which could result in personnel injury.
The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an
operating procedure if not correctly performed or adhered to, could
result in damage to or destruction of part or the entire product.
The NOTE sign information that may be beneficial during the use
and maintenance of the instrument.
OLT-55 series Optical Loss Tester is a laser device, user should
always avoid direct eye exposure to the laser output. Using
microscope or magnifier to observe the laser output should also be
avoided: laser beam may converge on the retina and cause permanent
eye injury.
Battery: OLT-55 battery type is lithium battery.
Battery Power Supply: Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat.
Do not open or mutilate battery. Avoid touching the electrolyte in the
battery, which is corrosive and may cause injuries to eyes, skin or
damage to clothes.
External Power Supply: OLT-55 support external power supply: 5V
DC/750mA. External power supply is optional.

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Laser Radiation: To avoid serious eye injury, never look directly
into the optical outputs of fiber optic network equipment, test
equipment,
Always avoid looking directly into the optical output port,
when the instrument is working
Always replace protective dust cap on the detector port when
the instrument is not in use.
Always avoid looking directly at unconnected end of optic
fiber in testing and make the unconnected end pointing at a
non-reflective object.

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Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................2
SAFETY TERMS USED IN THIS MANUAL..................................................2
1. GENERAL INFORMATION.........................................................................3
1.1 SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL ................................................................................................3
1.2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ........................................................................................3
1.3 INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................4
2. BASIC OPERATION......................................................................................6
2.1 FOREWORD.....................................................................................................................6
2.2 INSTRUMENT DETAILS....................................................................................................6
2.2.1 External Interfaces .................................................................................................6
2.2.2 Keypad Operation ..................................................................................................7
2.2.3 Indicator.................................................................................................................7
2.3 USE OF BATTERY............................................................................................................8
2.4 CONNECTOR CLEANING .................................................................................................8
3. OPERATION...................................................................................................9
3.1 POWER ON.....................................................................................................................9
3.2 STABILIZED LASER SOURCE (SLS)...............................................................................11
3.2.1 SLS-Laser On/Off .................................................................................................12
3.2.2 SLS-Reference Setting...........................................................................................12
3.2.3 SLS-Setup..............................................................................................................13
3.3 OPTICAL POWER METER (OPM)..................................................................................14
3.3.1 OPM-Reference Setting.................................................................................14
3.3.2 OPM-Save Record................................................................................................15
3.3.3 OPM-Recall..........................................................................................................15
3.3.3 OPM-Trace...........................................................................................................16
3.3.4 OPM-Setup...........................................................................................................16
3.4 OPTICAL LOSS TEST (OLT) ..........................................................................................17
3.4.1 OLT-Reference Setting..........................................................................................18
3.4.2 OLT-Bi-directional Test ........................................................................................19
3.4.3 OLT-Save Record..................................................................................................19
3.4.4 OLT-Recall............................................................................................................20
3.4.5 OLT-Threshold Setting..........................................................................................20
3.4.6 OLT-Setup.............................................................................................................21
3.5 OPTICAL RETURN LOSS TEST (ORL)-OPTION..............................................................23
3.5.1 ORL-ORL Test ......................................................................................................23
3.5.2 ORL-Save Record.................................................................................................24
3.5.3 ORL-Recall...........................................................................................................24

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3.5.4 ORL-Setup............................................................................................................25
4. MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION....................................................25
4.1 CLEANING OF THE CONNECTORS..................................................................................25
4.2 CALIBRATION REQUIREMENT.......................................................................................26
5. WARRANTY INFORMATION ...................................................................27
5.1TERMS OF WARRANTY .................................................................................................27
5.2 EXCLUSIONS.................................................................................................................27
5.3 WARRANTY REGISTRATION..........................................................................................27
5.4 RETURNING INSTRUMENTS ..........................................................................................27
5.5 CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE ....................................................................................28

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1. General Information
1.1 Scope of this Manual
Thank you for purchasing ShinewayTechinstrument. Please read this manual carefully
before using ShinewayTechfiber optic instrument. Always be aware of the Warning and
Caution sign appearing throughout this manual.
This manual contains the information necessary for proper operation and maintenance of
ShinewayTechinstrument, troubleshooting instructions as well as information regarding
maintenance services.
All ShinewayTechinstruments are carefully assembled and undergo rigorous mechanical,
electrical, and optical inspection prior to shipment. Beside the instrument, the package also
includes a lithium battery pack, a charging/data transfer cable, a power adapter, a FC/PC
flange and this user's manual. For detailed information, please refer to the packing list.
Upon receiving the instrument, please check for any obvious signs of physical damage that
may have occurred during shipment. Report any damage to the shipping agent or the
representative of Shineway Technologies Inc. immediately. Retain the original packing
materials in case reshipment is necessary.
1.2 Unpacking and Inspection
This instrument has been carefully packed in accordance with standard shipping procedures.
Examine the instrument for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If you find
any damage or the instrument is not working, or if any of the following items are not
included, please contact your representative of Shineway Technologies, Inc.
If necessary, you may contact Shineway Technologies, Inc via this email:
[e-mail].
To return the instrument in the case of repair, calibration or other
maintenance, please note the following:
Be sure to pack the instrument with soft cushion like Polyethylene, so as to protect
the shell of the instrument.
Please use the original hard packing box. If use other packing material, please

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ensure at least 3 cm soft material around the instrument.
Be sure to correctly fill out and return the warranty registration card, which should
include the following information: company name, postal address, contact, phone
number, email address and problem description.
Be sure to seal the packing box with exclusive tape.
Be sure to ship to your representative or the agent of the Company in a reliable
way.
way.
1.3 Introduction
ShinewayTechOLT-55 Intelligent Optical Loss Tester combines stabilized laser source and
optical power meter which can perform automatic bidirectional loss test on single fiber with
Pass/Fail assessment to offer user-friendly operation and avoid potential operational mistake.
The rugged and easy-to-use OLT-55 is the ideal optical loss tester for FTTx, LAN and
CATV application.
Features:
All-in-one: SLS + OPM + OLT + ORL + Length test
Optical power monitoring (Auto power trace)
Bidirectional loss test on single fiber
ORL test
Pass/Fail assessment
Automatic wavelength identification/switch (AutoID)
Remote reference value setting
Internal clock & fiber S/N editable
1000 test records (CSV) storage & management
Data transfer to PC via USB (Driver-free)
Auto test records save in local unit/remote unit/both units
USB power charging
Over 35 hours continuous operation
Multilanguage support
No warm-up, quick start
High resolution color LCD
Pocketsize, lightweight and easy-to-use

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Automatic Wavelength Identification
Compatible with the digital encryption protocols of its laser source module and
Shineway SLS-50 Series Stabilized Laser Source, OLT-55 can automatically identify
the wavelength of the input optical signal and switch to the corresponding test mode,
which greatly reduces the workload at both ends and avoids potential error.
Automatic Bidirectional Loss Test on Single Fiber
Two OLT-55 at both ends of a single optical fiber can perform bidirectional loss test by
just pressing one and can automatically measure and display the entire fiber
attenuation to help users acquire complete and accurate optical fiber loss information.
Applicable to FTTx/PON testing
OLT-55 can be applied to measure Triple-play signals (1310nm, 1490nm and 1550nm)
on Passive Optical Network (PON)

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2. Basic Operation
2.1 Foreword
This part introduces the basic operation on OLT-55. Specific operations are elaborated in Chapter 3 of this
manual. Please read this manual carefully for optimal operation. If you encounter any problems during
operation, you are welcome to contact the technical staff of our company or representatives.
2.2 Instrument Details
2.2.1 External Interfaces
1. Optical Input & Output
OLT-55 is available with FC connector (Interchangeable SC/ST).
Note: Output port is marked with “LS”; Input port is marked with “PM”.

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2. USB Power /Data Port
OLT-55 can be charged by external power adapter (5V DC, 750mA).
2.2.2 Keypad Operation
Power on/off.
Toggle between wavelengths.
Toggle between setup items;
Adjust value in setup mode.
Toggle between sub-interfaces in working mode;
Shift digit positions in setup mode.
Toggle between working modes: SLS, OPM, OLT & ORL;
Long press to enable/disableAuto Power Off.
Enter setup mode;
Execute or toggle between setup values;
Confirm.
Short press to turn backlight on/off;
Long press to set contrast.
2.2.3 Indicator
Charging indicator.
Laser Indicator (Illuminate when laser emits).

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2.3 Use of Battery
OLT-55 works on lithium battery. Please make sure battery is mounted properly before use. When battery is
low, low battery indicator will appear on LCD. You can still use OLT-55 as long as its display on LCD is
identifiable. When LCD display becomes dim, laser source output will become unstable and power meter
measurement will be inaccurate. Please charge as soon as possible when battery is low to ensure accurate
measurement.
Please take out the battery if OLT-55 is not in use for a long time.
2.4 Connector Cleaning
Please follow the instructions below when cleaning:
Turn off the instrument before cleaning.
Non-compliant operation may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Turn off laser source before cleaning optical interface.
Always avoid looking directly into the optical output port when the instrument is working, laser is
invisible and can cause serious eye damage.
Disconnect instrument from power supply before cleaning to prevent electric shock.
Do not install unauthorized parts or make unauthorized adjustments on instrument.
Please consult qualified professional about maintenance and repair services.
Always clean optical connector before using OLT-55 to ensure accurate measurement.
Clean the optical connector gently with cleaning swab.
Inappropriate maintenance may result in low performance or error:
Distance error increases;
Linearity error;
Extra optical power attenuation;
Received optical power is beyond normal range.

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3. Operation
3.1 Power On
Press and loading screen appears, see Figure 3.1.
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OLT-55ACR
Figure 3.1
Then it enters functional interface (The last interface before last shutdown), see Figure 3.2.
Figure 3.2
The toggle between functional interfaces:
Press to toggle [Main menu] interface, see Figure 3.3.
Setup
LaserOnOff Reference
Unit:dBm
1310nm
Laser Source
LaserOff
MOD: 270Hz
Status:OFF
CW 1310nm
dBm
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Time and Date
Function interface
Option interface
Option
Battery Display
Auto Power-off

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Stabilized Laser Source
Optical Return Loss
Optical Loss Tester
System Setting
USB config
Version info
Optical Power Meter
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Figure 3.3
1
1. .
Press and to toggle the following function interface:
Optical Power Meter
Stabilized Laser Source
Optical Return Loss
Optical Loss Tester
System Setting
USB config
Version info
2
2. .
Press and to toggle the corresponding function interface;
3
3. .
Press to enter the corresponding function interface.
The toggle between different setting interfaces:
Under [
Stabilized Laser Source
] function interface, press
and to toggle the following interfaces:
Setup
LaserOnOff Reference
Under [
Optical Power Meter
]function interface, press
and to toggle the following interfaces:
Reference Save Recall Trace Setup
Under [
Optical Loss Tester
]function interface, press

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and to toggle the following interfaces:
Set ref. BiDirTest Save Recall Threshold Setup
Under [
Optical Return Loss
]function interface, press
and to toggle the following interfaces:
Test Save Recall Setup
The system setup
Press to enter [
System Setting
] function interface:
Press , and to enter and edit the Date, Time, Brightness,Auto Off
and Language.
USB config
Press to enter [
USB config
] function interface:
Press and to select :
Mass storage: PC recognition it for a USB flash drive;
Communication: the equipment directly transfer the data to the PC software, mainly used in
the optical power meter "Draw Trance" function, the power fluctuations will be shown in the
PC software.
Device information
After press , it will display the version of software and hardware.
3.2 Stabilized Laser Source (SLS)
Press and to the following interface, see Figure 3.4.

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Setup
LaserOnOff Reference
Unit:dBm
1310nm
Laser Source
LaserOff
MOD: 270Hz
Status:OFF
CW 1310nm
dBm
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Figure 3.4
3.2.1 SLS-Laser On/Off
Press and to [LaserOnOff] sub-interface, see Figure 3.4;
Press to turn on laser source, see Figure 3.5; press again to turn off
laser, see Figure 3.5;
Setup
LaserOnOff Reference
Unit:dBm
1310nm
Laser Source
- 2.50 dBm
MOD: 270Hz
Status: ON
CW 1310nm
dBm
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Setup
LaserOnOff Reference
Unit:dBm
1310nm
Laser Source
LaserOff
MOD: 270Hz
Status:OFF
CW 1310nm
dBm
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Figure 3.5
Press to select “MOD”option, press the output mode toggles between
CW, 270Hz, 1KHz, 2KHz and AutoID;
Press to select “Unit”option, press the output power unit and value
toggle between dBm and mW.
3.2.2 SLS-Reference Setting
Note:This function is only for AutoID mode applicable, "Ref: XXX. XXdBm" parameters
will set up to the opposite side which has the corresponding models test instrument, this
is only for the test reference.
Display the laser source
Display the OPM
Display the wavelength

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Press and to [Reference] sub-interface, see Figure 3.6;
LaserOnOff Reference Setup
Set reference
1310nm
Laser Source
LaserOff
Get from OPM
CW 1310nm
dBm
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Ref.Power:-10.00dBm
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Figure 3.6
Press and to select “Set reference ”and “Get from OPM ”:
“Set reference “: press to enter and edit power value, select “OK”and press
to confirm. At this time on the right-bottom of the screen it will display
“Ref.Power:-10.00dBm”, means -10dBm is the value you just set, and this value will
send to the opposite side.
“Get from OPM ”: press to set the current power value which gets from OPM as
the reference.
Press to toggle between the different wavelength.
3.2.3 SLS-Setup
Press and to [Setup] interface, see Figure 3.7.
Note:This function is only for Auto ID mode applicable.
Reference Setup LaserOnOff
AutoID:Automatic
Laser Source
1310nm
1550nm
CW 1310nm
dBm
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Figure 3.7

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While the cursor on “Auto ID “, press to select Manual orAutomatic. Under
Automatic mode, press and to move to the certain wavelength (1310nm,
1550nm), press to select it or not.
3.3 Optical Power Meter (OPM)
Press and to [Power Meter ] interface, see Figure 3.8.
Reference Save
Get from input
Set reference 1310nm
CW
Power Meter
-0. 28 dB
Ref.Power:-10.00dBm
Recall
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Figure 3.8
3.3.1 OPM-Reference Setting
Press and to [Reference] sub-interface, see Figure 3.8.
Press and to select item: Set reference and Get from input power,
press to enable adjustment, press to adjust the value,
and press to confirm.
Set reference refers to manual reference value setup; if the laser source (ShinewayTech
laser source with AutoID function) on the other side of the tested fiber enables AutoID,
the OPM will automatically set the reference value sent from the laser source as
reference (“AutoID” will appear in this interface).
Get from input power sets the current measured power value as reference value.

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3.3.2 OPM-Save Record
Press and to [Save] sub-interface, see Figure 3.9.
Reference Save Recall
Cable:CABLE001
Fiber:FIBER001 1310nm
CW
Power Meter
-57. 43 dBm
Save
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Figure 3.9
Press and to select item: Cable: and Fiber:, press to edit the
information, and then press to confirm.
Press and to select Save, and press to save current record.
3.3.3 OPM-Recall
Press and to [Recall] sub-interface, see Figure 3.10.
Goto(Index)
Prev
Next
Del all
CABLE001Cable 2011-09-07Date
3/3
Index/sum
1310 nm
Wavelen.
-57.43dBm
Power
-10.00dBm
Ref.
Save Trace
Power Meter
FIBER003Fiber 17:04:03Time
Recall
Del current
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Figure 3.10
Press and to select item: Del all, Del current, Goto ( Index ), Prev and
Next.

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3.3.3 OPM-Trace
Press and to [Trace] sub-interface, see Figure 3.11.
Recall Trace Setup
Draw Trace
Scale: 2.0dB 1310nm
CW
Power Meter
-57. 43 dBm
Timer: 15min
Status:Stop
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Figure 3.11
Press and to select item: Draw Trace, Scale, Timer and Status.
Draw Trace: press , it will display the trace as Figure 3.12;
测量和保存 存储选项 查看记录
1490nm Ref:-19.72dBm Timer:0:00:15
+2.0
-2.0
ref
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Figure 3.12
Scale: press to select the suitable scale, press to confirm;
Timer: press and to select test time 15min, press to toggle
between 15min, 60min and 8hour;
Status: press to running/stop trace.
3.3.4 OPM-Setup
Press and to [Setup] sub-interface, see Figure 3.13.

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Trace Setup
Zero
Unit:dBm 1310nm
CW
Power Meter
-57. 43 dBm
Recall
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Figure 3.13
Press and to select item: Zero and Unit.
Zero: Screw on the dust cap, press the twice, the instrument will be automatically
calibrate zero;
Note: this operation should do first in the use of optical power meter.
Unit: press and to select dBm, dB, mW.
Press to toggle between the different wavelength.
Operation Procedure:
1
1. .
Zero
2
2. .
Reference Setting
3
3. .
Input laser source
4
4. .
Read the power value
5
5. .
Save
6
6. .
Toggle the wavelength, and then repeat step 3, 4 and 5.
3.4 Optical Loss Test (OLT)
Press and to [Optical Loss Test] interface, see Figure 3.14.