THORLABS FS201 User manual

FS201
Fiber Inspection Scope
User Guide

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope
Table of Contents
Chapter 1Warning Symbol Definitions ...........................................1
Chapter 2Safety.................................................................................2
Chapter 3Description........................................................................3
3.1.AbouttheFS201............................................................3
3.2.FiberAdapters...............................................................3
3.3.Specifications.................................................................3
Chapter 4Operation...........................................................................4
4.1.FiberInspection.............................................................4
4.2.AdapterAlignment........................................................5
4.3.BatteryReplacement.....................................................5
Chapter 5Certifications and Compliances .....................................6
Chapter 6Regulatory.........................................................................7
Chapter 7Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts.........................................8

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope Chapter 1: Warning Symbol Definitions
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Chapter 1 Warning Symbol Definitions
Below is a list of warning symbols you may encounter in this manual or on your
device.
Symbol Description
Direct Current
Alternating Current
Both Direct and Alternating Current
Earth Ground Terminal
Protective Conductor Terminal
Frame or Chassis Terminal
Equipotentiality
On (Supply)
Off (Supply)
In Position of a Bi-Stable Push Control
Out Position of a Bi-Stable Push Control
Caution: Risk of Electric Shock
Caution: Hot Surface
Caution: Risk of Danger
Warning: Laser Radiation
Caution: Spinning Blades May Cause Harm

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Chapter 2 Safety
Under NO circumstances should this fiber inspection scope be used to view
illuminated fibers.
The FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope is equipped with an attenuating laser safety
filter to reduce the risk of accidentally viewing active fiber emissions. The safety
filter offers measured attenuation values of 41 dB of attenuation at 1310 nm, 34
dB at 1550 nm, and 13 dB of attenuation at 850 nm. However, it should be
stressed that in spite of the protection offered, under no circumstances should an
actively emitting fiber be viewed with a visual inspection scope such as the
FS201. Since many of the wavelengths of light used in the fiber optic industry are
invisible to the naked eye, the natural aversion reflex to viewing bright light is
suppressed, resulting in potentially longer periods of accidental exposure, which
can lead to permanent eye damage. The FS201 may focus the laser light in active
fiber signals; direct eye contact with focused laser light should be avoided. Laser
safety filters, as used in the Fiber Inspection Scope, are no substitute for practicing
good laser safety.
Per Table 1 of IEC 62471-2/TR:2009, the Thorlabs Inc. model FS201 at the 200
mm distance met the Exempt Group criteria for all optical radiation hazard
functions except for Blue Light Hazard. Per Table 1 of IEC 62471-2/TR:2009 the
Thorlabs Inc. model FS201 at the distance of 200 mm distance met the Risk Group
1 criteria for Blue Light Hazard.
Per Table 1 of IEC 62471-2/TR:2009 the sample is classified as Risk Group 1 for
all hazard categories.
Labeling Requirements:
Per IEC 62471-2/TR:2009 the requirements for labeling are: No Labeling Required
WARNING
Do not use the FS201 to view illuminated fibers.
Ensure that any fiber sources are turned off or disconnected before use.

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope Chapter 3: Description
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Chapter 3 Description
3.1. About the FS201
The FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope produces a high-quality, low-distortion
image of both the connector end and the fiber. With a high intensity coaxial
illumination system and a 200X magnification, this microscope is powerful
enough to offer a clear image of the fiber core as well as the surrounding
cladding. In addition, there is the option to use an oblique illumination setting
which provides illumination at an off-center angle to the fiber end face. The field-
of-view of this microscope is approximately Ø600 µm, which in addition to
imaging the fiber core and cladding also allows the inspection of the adjacent
ferrule to ensure the necessary quality of your terminations.
The FS201 offers two types of illumination: coaxial and oblique. Coaxial
illumination provides symmetric illumination of the fiber, which is best for high
detail examination. Oblique illumination, on the other hand, illuminates from
below, highlighting large defects by providing higher contrast than coaxial
illumination.
3.2. Fiber Adapters
The FS201 ships with two separate adapters which screw onto the front end of
the scope. Each adapter is engraved with its part number: the FS200-FC adapter
accepts FC-type fiber connectors, and the FS201-SMA adapter accepts SMA-
type fiber connectors. Both adapters include three 1.5 mm setscrews in the outer
ring which can be loosened to move the adapter plate and center the fiber. The
FS200-LC adapter for LC-type fiber connectors and FS201-PM adapter for PM
fibers are available separately from the Thorlabs website.
3.3. Specifications
Parameter Value
Optical
Magnification 200X
Field of View Approx. Ø600 µm
Power Source 3 x LR44 Batteries (Included)
Light Source White LED, Rated for 100 000 Hours
Weight 0.75
kg
Size 190 mm (7.50") L / 49.2 mm (1.94") D
Controls LED Switch for Coaxial and Oblique Illumination,
Fine
Focus Control Wheel on Eyepiece
Safety Filter Built-in IR
Filter
Adapter Interface User Interchangeable Adapters

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope Chapter 4: Operation
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Chapter 4 Operation
4.1. Fiber Inspection
1. Attach the desired Adapter to the front of the FS201.
2. Insert the terminated fiber into the fiber insert entrance of the adapter.
3. Set the LED Switch at the bottom of the scope to I for Coaxial
Illumination or II for Oblique Illumination.
4. View the fiber end face through the Eyepiece.
5. Adjust the Focus Control on the Eyepiece to provide the clearest view of
the fiber.
6. After inspecting, set the LED Switch back to O to turn off the scope.
To inspect the full surface area of fibers with larger cores or fibers with angled
faces, it may be necessary to rotate the fiber connector. This is also useful for
differentiating between contaminants on the face of the fiber connector and those
on the scope optic itself. In order to see the entire field of view, the rubber
eyepiece should be as close as possible to the operator's eye. Operators who
normally wear eyeglasses should remove them to fully inspect the fiber. Please
note that under normal operation, the focus adjustment knob should not be
rotated to its limits. Doing so repeatedly may cause the unit to fail over time.
Focus Control
Adapter
Eyepiece
Battery Cover
LED Switch
Side View
Coaxial
Illumination
Oblique
Illumination
Bottom View

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4.2. Adapter Alignment
Although the included FS200-FC and FS201-SMA adapters come pre-aligned for
use with the FS201, it may be necessary to re-align the adapter for fibers with
poor centration.
1. Place the Adapter on the FS201 and insert the fiber connector.
2. Turn the scope on and focus the image.
3. Using a 1.5 mm balldriver or hex key, loosen the three setscrews on the
edge of the adapter.
4. Move the terminated fiber until it is centered within the field of view.
5. Progressively tighten each of the setscrews until the end face of the fiber
is in the center of the scope’s field of view.
4.3. Battery Replacement
The FS201 uses three LR44 button batteries (not available from Thorlabs). The
battery housing can be accessed by unscrewing the gold-colored cap on the
FS201. Please note that the appearance of the battery housing interior is due to
soldering and does not affect function of the scope.

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope Chapter 5: Certifications and Compliances
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Chapter 5 Certifications and Compliances

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope Chapter 6: Regulatory
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Chapter 6 Regulatory
As required by the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive)
of the European Community and the corresponding national laws, Thorlabs offers
all end users in the EC the possibility to return “end of life” units without incurring
disposal charges.
This offer is valid for Thorlabs electrical and electronic equipment:
Sold after August 13, 2005
Marked correspondingly with the crossed out
“wheelie bin” logo (see right)
Sold to a company or institute within the EC
Currently owned by a company or institute
within the EC
Still complete, not disassembled and not
contaminated
As the WEEE directive applies to self contained
operational electrical and electronic products, this end of life take back service
does not refer to other Thorlabs products, such as:
Pure OEM products, that means assemblies to be built into a unit by the
user (e.g. OEM laser driver cards)
Components
Mechanics and optics
Left over parts of units disassembled by the user (PCB’s, housings etc.).
If you wish to return a Thorlabs unit for waste recovery, please contact Thorlabs or
your nearest dealer for further information.
Waste Treatment is Your Own Responsibility
If you do not return an “end of life” unit to Thorlabs, you must hand it to a company
specialized in waste recovery. Do not dispose of the unit in a litter bin or at a public
waste disposal site.
Ecological Background
It is well known that WEEE pollutes the environment by releasing toxic products
during decomposition. The aim of the European RoHS directive is to reduce the
content of toxic substances in electronic products in the future.
The intent of the WEEE directive is to enforce the recycling of WEEE. A controlled
recycling of end of life products will thereby avoid negative impacts on the
environment.

FS201 Fiber Inspection Scope Chapter 7: Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
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Chapter 7 Thorlabs Worldwide Contacts
USA, Canada, and South America
Thorlabs, Inc.
56 Sparta Avenue
Newton, NJ 07860
USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabs.com
www.thorlabs.us (West Coast)
Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
Europe
Thorlabs GmbH
Hans-Böckler-Str. 6
85221 Dachau / Munich
Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabs.de
Email: [email protected]
France
Thorlabs SAS
109, rue des Côtes
78600 Maisons-Laffitte
France
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabs.com
Email: [email protected]
Japan
Thorlabs Japan, Inc.
3-6-3, Kitamachi,
Nerima-ku, Tokyo 179-0081
Japan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabs.co.jp
Email: [email protected]
UK and Ireland
Thorlabs Ltd.
1 Saint Thomas Place
Ely CB7 4EX
Great Britain
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabs.com
Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
Scandinavia
Thorlabs Sweden AB
Bergfotsgatan 7
431 35 Mölndal
Sweden
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabs.com
Email: [email protected]
Brazil
Thorlabs Vendas de Fotônicos Ltda.
Rua Rosalino Bellini, 175
Jardim Santa Paula
São Carlos, SP 13564-050
Brazil
Tel: [phone]
www.thorlabs.com
Email: [email protected]
China
Thorlabs China
Room A101, No. 100, Lane 2891,
South Qilianshan Road
Putuo District
Shanghai 200331
China
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.thorlabschina.cn
Email: [email protected]