Softing Wire Xpert WX Series User manual

User Manual – MPO Certification, WireXpert v7.2, build #459
WireXpert4500_MPO_IT_EN_U_201607_004
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User Manual
MPO Certification Testing

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WX Series (WX4500)

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Notices
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notice, in future editions. Further, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, disclaims
all warranties, either express or implied, with regard to this manual and any information contained
herein, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose. Softing shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential damages
in connection with the furnishing, use, or performance of this document or of any information
contained herein. Should Softing and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty
terms covering the material in this document that conflict with these Terms, the warranty terms in
the separate agreement shall control.
A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard.
It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. Do not proceed beyond
a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Operating procedure, practice, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal
injury or death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully
understood and met.
General Safety Information
Do not use the device if it is damaged. Before you use the device, inspect the casing. Look for cracks
or missing plastic. Do not operate the device around explosive gas, vapor, or dust.
Always use the device with the cables provided.
Observe all markings on the device before establishing any connection.
Turn off the device and application system power before connecting to the I/O terminals.
When servicing the device, use only the specified replacement parts.
Do not operate the device with the cover removed or loosened.
Use only the power adapter provided by the manufacturer to avoid any unexpected hazards.

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If the device is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the device protection may be
impaired.
Always use dry cloth to clean the device. Do not use ethyl alcohol or any other volatile liquid to clean
the device.
Do not permit any blockage of the ventilation holes of the device.
Environmental Conditions
This instrument is designed for indoor use and in an area with low condensation. The table below
shows the general environmental requirements for this instrument
Environmental conditions Requirements
Operating Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C
Operating humidity 20% to 85% RH non-condensing
Relative humidity 10% to 80%

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Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started................................................................................................ 7
Unpacking the kit (WX_AD_MM_MPO_KIT) .............................................................................7
Chapter 2: Configuring WireXpert ..................................................................................... 8
WireXpert User Interface...........................................................................................................8
TOUCH SCREEN LAYOUT........................................................................................................................................................ 8
THE ONE TOUCH ACCESS BUTTONS .................................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 3: Setting Reference .......................................................................................... 14
Chapter 4: Configuring an Autotest................................................................................. 15
Testing Guide for 12-core MPO Testing...................................................................................16
Chapter 5: Performing an Autotest ................................................................................. 17
Managing test result(s)............................................................................................................18
Exporting test results into eXport PC Software .......................................................................20
Technical Support........................................................................................................... 21

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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Unpacking the kit (WX_AD_MM_MPO_KIT)
Power Meter (Local) Adapter
(WX_AD_MM_MPO_PWRMET
ER)
Light Source (Remote)
Adapter
(WX_AD_MM_MPO_SOURCE)
Type A Tail Cords
(WX_AC_MM_MPO_TESTCO
RD)
Type A Reference Cord
(WX_AC_MM_MPO_REFCOR
D_A)
Type B Reference Cord
(WX_AC_MM_MPO_REFCOR
D_B)
Mating Couplers
MPO Cleaning Kit
(WX_AC_MPO_CLEANING
_KIT)

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Chapter 2: Configuring WireXpert
WireXpert User Interface
Touch Screen Layout
The Graphical User Interface (GUI) in version 7.0’s firmware has been updated with a more
responsive system and quick-access menus.
WireXpert boots up to the SETUP screen. It is categorized into 5 groups:
1. Status bar
2. Channel Selector
3. Test Settings group
4. Project Settings group
5. System Settings group
1. The Status bar displays the current date, talkset and battery level.
2. The Channel Selector provides selection on which channel loss limit will be applied
on a 12 core MPO cable during an AUTOTEST.
3. The Test Settings group provides results oriented configurations necessary to
perform an AUTOTEST.
4. The Project Settings group provides non-results oriented configurations before
performing an AUTOTEST.
5. The System Settings group settings provides device, time, localization and device
related configurations. The Information group at the top provides hardware
information such as the device Information (Local/Remote), name, battery level, etc.

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The One Touch Access Buttons
The fundamental philosophy behind the WireXpert User Interface is simplicity in its ease of
use. The main functions of the One-Touch access buttons as follows:
AUTOTEST
The “AUTOTEST” button will perform an immediate certification test on the last
configured settings. If no settings were configured, default settings will be used.
Test results will be generated automatically after the test is completed.
You will receive any of the following 2 results after the “AUTOTEST”:
•Green “PASS” – Good test result in accordance to pre-defined settings.
•Red “FAIL” – Unacceptable results with severe disturbance on one or
more test parameters.
You will be given the following option after performing an AUTOTEST:
•“Save” test results to device
An “AUTOTEST” will fail in the event of missing connection between the Local and Remote
units, wrong settings configured, “dirty” end connectors or broken cables.

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MPO AUTOTEST results Detailed loss results Detailed polarity results
Note: Results are for illustration purposes only and do not represent suggested test values.
SETUP
The “SETUP” button provides setting options necessary to conduct an AUTOTEST and
configure the device.
These options include –
Channel Selector
Channel Selector provides selection on which channel(s) loss limit will be applied on during
an AUTOTEST. Passed and failed result(s) will be indicated in green and red respectively.
Deselected channels will be indicated in yellow.
Channel Selector Passed AUTOTEST result with
all channels selected
Failed AUTOTEST result with
channels 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12
deselected

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Test Settings
Test Settings provides results oriented configurations necessary to perform an AUTOTEST.
Network Limits
Choose from 40GBASE-SR4 and 100GBASE-SR10 limit to perform MPO test. SR4 uses a single
MPO ribbon with four strands to transmit and four strands to receive. SR10 uses a 24 strand
MPO cable with ten strands to transmit and 10 strands to receive.
TX
TX
TX
TX
TX
TX
TX
TX
40Gbase-SR4
TX TX TX TX TX TX TX TX TX TX
RX
RX
RX
RX
RX
RX
RX
RX
RX
RX
100Gbase-SR10
Custom Limit: Enter Loss Limit to perform custom limit test. Uncheck “Enable Polarity Check”
to bypass polarity check for customized cable.
Channel Selector: Loss limit will be applied to selected channels during an AUTOTEST.

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Cable
Select “Generic MMF” cable.
Connector
Select “Generic” connector.
Label Source
Refer to User Manual – WireXpert Copper Certification for more information.
List Based Testing
List based testing allows creation of label list in the eXport software on PC and then bring the
list to WireXpert. It further allows easy selection of labels from the list to help technician
select the cables to be tested quickly. This testing method is carefully optimized for typical
test work-flow, and it significantly improves productivity.
Refer to User Manual – WireXpert Copper Certification or User Guide – List Based Testing for
more information.
Project Settings
Project Settings provides non-results oriented configurations before performing an
AUTOTEST.
Refer to User Manual – WireXpert Copper Certification for more information on Project
Settings.
System Settings
Refer to User Manual – WireXpert Copper Certification for more information.

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DATA
The “DATA” button provides archive and data management ability to saved sites and
test results. Saved test results can be renamed or deleted in this option.
Test results for MPO can be found in the “Others” tab.
View results
Note: Deleting a site will also delete its containing test results.
TOOLS
The “TOOLS” button provides advanced options for in-depth troubleshooting and
expert WireXpert users. These options include-
Requires:
Local and Remote
Requires:
Local and Remote
Requires:
Local and Remote
Set Reference – Establish test
conditions between reference
cords and cord to be tested to
ensure low insertion loss using
Power Meter and Light Source
Power Meter –Measures the
power loss from a 850nm
wavelength light source.
Fiber Map – Performs test to
verify mapping and absolute
power of each channel.
Requires:
1. Local or Remote
2. Inspection Probe
Requires:
Local or Remote
Inspect Fiber – Performs visual
verification of fiber’s quality
using an external scope probe.
About – Displays worldwide
contact information.

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Chapter 3: Setting Reference
It is necessary perform a set reference measurement when reference cords or adapters are
removed and re-attached. If there is a mismatch in firmware versions, WireXpert will deny
Autotest. Please also check that calibration is not expired before testing.
1. Connect the unpinned end of the tail cords to the Local and Remote units.
2. Connect each pinned end of the tail cord to a connector.
3. Connect a Type A or Type B reference cord to the other end of the connectors.
4. Press the TOOLS button > Set Reference to begin set reference.
Reference cord type should be the same as the MPO cable to be tested.
Note: Results are for illustration purposes only and do not represent suggested test values.
unpinned
pinned
unpinned
pinned
Type A or B reference cord
Test cord
Test cord

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Chapter 4: Configuring an Autotest
After configuring the system settings, follow these steps to set up an autotest.
1. Press the SETUP button > Project Settings
a. Site – Create or select a Site
b. Operator – Create or select an Operator
c. Label Source – Select cable labelling scheme. Load labels from USB flash drive
if using List Based Testing (LBT).
d. AutoSave – Enable option for WireXpert to auto save every PASS result.
2. Press the SETUP button > Test Settings
a. Test Limit – Select a test limit
40Gbase-SR4
100Gbase-SR10
b. Channel Selector – Select Channel(s) of cable where loss limit will be applied
c. Cable –Select “Generic”
d. Connector – Select “Generic”
Please ensure you have the following components before conducting the test;
•WireXpert, Local & Remote units (WX4500)
•MPO Testing Kit (WX_AD_MM_MPO_KIT)

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Testing Guide for 12-core MPO Testing
1. Replace the reference cord with the trunk cable of the same type to be tested.
Please ensure the fiber cables are cleaned using the cleaning kit provided in the kit.
2. Toggle the light transmission on the Remote unit.
3. Press the AUTOTEST button on the Local unit to begin test.
Exercise caution when coupling MPO connectors. Always use a coupler when mating a
pinned and unpinned connector. Mating two pinned connectors with a coupler will
damage the pins.
unpinned
pinned
unpinned
pinned
MPO cable under test
Test cord
Test cord

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Chapter 5: Performing an Autotest
Press the AUTOTEST button once settings and limits have been selected. WireXpert will use
the last configuration or factory settings to perform the AUTOTEST if new settings are not
configured.
WireXpert will display summarized result with PASS or FAIL once autotest is completed. Press
the “Loss” or “Polarity” button to view the detailed result or the “Save” button to save the
results.
Depending on the type of MPO cable is under test, Type A, B and C will return different
results. By pressing the buttons in the lower right corner, test results displayed will toggle
between absolute power, loss, polarity and fiber map of the MPO cable.
Type A MPO cable
Type B MPO cable

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Type C MPO cable
If 40GBase-SR4 or 100GBase-SR10 limits are selected, channels 5, 6, 7, 8 and 1, 12 will be
deselected automatically.
Click on the parameter to display a more comprehensive individual result.
In detailed view, the absolute power and loss values can be displayed in grid or chart format
and polarity can be displayed in simplified text or map format.
Managing test result(s)
Test results can be manually saved by pressing the “Save” button after an autotest is
completed. When prompted, enter label name and click “OK” to save.

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The “Save” icon will disappear
once saving is completed.
To view saved results,
1. Press the “DATA” button.
2. Select “Others” press the “View” button.
3. Select the test results click “View” button to view results.
4. Select the next page if for more results.
To delete a saved result,
1. Press the “DATA” button.
2. Select “Others” and press the “View” button.
3. Press the “Manage” button.
4. Select result(s) and press the “Delete” button to delete result(s).
To rename a saved result,
1. Press the “DATA” button.
2. Select “Others” and press the “View” button.
3. Press the “Manage” button.
4. Select result and press the “Rename” button to rename result.

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Exporting test results into eXport PC Software
eXport is a data management software designed to work seamlessly with WireXpert.
Refer to User Manual – WireXpert Copper Certification for more information on exporting test
results into eXport PC Software.
Refer User Manual – eXport for more information on how to use the software.