Viavi OLP-88 User manual

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OLP-88/88P TruePON Testers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating manual update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Symbols used in this operating manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Warning symbols on the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Proper usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Laser safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Battery operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Unpacking the instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting optical cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Switching the instrument on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Operator control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Display elements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Navigating in the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Getting help and information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Configuring the instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Software options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
TRUEPON OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Preparing the TruePON measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
General view of the TruePON application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Detail views of the TruePON application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Edit the location/threshold settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Enabling the pass/fail evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Changing the serial number format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Displaying the measurement view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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PROBE/PCM OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Patch Cord Microscope (PCM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
FMAE series adapters for the PCM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Features available with the P5000i Digital Probe . . . . . . . 40
QuickCapture™ key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
File toolbar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Configuring the Digital Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
MEMORY MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Selecting the project to save or display results. . . . . . . . . 49
Saving results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Displaying stored results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Using the Link Data Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Clearing the memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Cleaning the test port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Cleaning the instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
REMOTE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Communication interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Command parameters and responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
General specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Patch cord microscope specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
ORDERING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
OLP-88/OLP-88P stand alone unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Included items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Hardware options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Software options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

OLP-88 5
OLP-88/88P TRUEPON TESTERS
1 INTRODUCTION
1INTRODUCTION
OLP-88/88P TruePON Testers
This manual applies to the following models:
• BN 2327/36
• BN 2328/36
The SmartClass™ Fiber OLP-88/88P TruePON Tester is the first
compact handheld test instrument that combines
• a professional PON power meter for qualification, activation,
and troubleshooting passive optical networks,
• with automatic pass/fail analysis,
• fiber end face inspection,
• ONU/ONT serial number identification,
• and optional detection of rogue ONUs or ONTs.
The OLP-88/88P instruments blend a high-performance λ-
selective FTTx/PON power meter for B-PON, E-PON, G-PON and
automated fiber inspection and test capabilities.
Thanks to the automatic ODN budget class detection, it provides
an immediate pass/fail indication and enables to check if the
network and customer ONUs/ONTs meet expected
specifications at the 1310 nm, 1490 nm, and 1550 nm PON
power levels.
Fig. 1 Performing a measurement in a PON network

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OLP-88/88P TRUEPON TESTERS
An integrated pass/fail analysis feature simplifies standard
conformity testing and provides unambiguous measurement
result presentation.
For all G-PON systems the ONU/ONT serial number is
automatically provided. G-PON systems carrying PON-ID1, the
OLP-88/-88P performs insertion loss measurements without
referencing, auto setting of pass/fail thresholds based on ODN
budget class, and identification of OLT.
Battery operation from AA dry cells or from a rechargeable
Li-Ion Battery Pack ensure long operating time in the field and a
robust, shock-proof design makes the SmartClass™ Fiber
OLP-88/88P instruments the perfect choice for FTTx/PON
testing, even under tough conditions.
Operation from an AC/DC power supply and remote control
capabilities via USB 2.0 and Ethernet make the SmartClass™
Fiber OLP-88/88P instruments even a perfect solution for fixed
installations in central offices, in production environments, and
on the laboratory workbench.
Common features
All OLP-88 series PONmeters can connect to single mode fibers
(9/125 µm).
Tests on systems from different manufacturers with different
connector types are easy to handle due to the interchangeable
adapter system.
Connector type
The connection is made with a contact type connector. Make
sure that the connectors used are designated …/APC.
Selective power measurements
All OLP-88 instruments feature a ports to which PON
downstream and upstream links (from OLT, Optical Line
Termination and ONT, Optical Network Termination) can be
connected. The signals at wavelengths 1310 nm, 1490 nm, and
1550 nm are filtered and measured separately. These power
meter ports are calibrated at the respective center wavelength.
1 PON-ID is G-PON system specific information standardized by ITU-T G.984.3
Amendment 3

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Through path
The through path links the ONT upstream (1310 nm) and OLT
downstream (1490 nm and 1550 nm) signals. Thanks to the low
insertion loss the OLP-88 can be inserted into the PON network
transparently.
Burst power measurements at 1310 nm
The OLP-88 can also be used to measure burst type signals as
found in PON uplink paths at 1310 nm. The average burst power
is displayed independently from the burst duty cycle (active/
idle). This power meter port is calibrated at the respective center
wavelength.
Differences between the Viavi instruments
OLP-37 OLP-87 OLP-88
Supported
services
B-PON, G-PON, E-PON X X X
XG-PON test capability – Special
version
–
CATV Video test capability X X X
RFoG test capability X X –
Upstream 1310nm test
capability (through mode)
–XX
Functions Broadband power meter – X –
ONU/ONT identification – – X
ODN budget class detection
and auto threshold setting
––X
In-service loss-test with auto
pass/fail analysis
––X
OLT identification – – X
Alien/rogue ONU/ONT
detection
––X
Fiber
inspection
– Option Option

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OPERATING MANUAL UPDATE
Operating manual update
Continuing enhancement and further development of the
SmartClass™ Fiber family may mean that this operating manual
does not cover all the latest functions of your instrument.
If the operating instructions about features provided by your
instrument are missing, please visit the Viavi web site to check if
additional information is available.
To download the latest user manual:
1. Visit the Viavi web site at http://updatemyunit.net.
2. Select your SmartClass™ Fiber model from the product line.
3. Open the download area and download the latest user
manual.
Symbols used in this operating manual
Various elements are used in this operating manual to draw
attention to special meanings or important points in the text.

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SYMBOLS USED IN THIS OPERATING MANUAL
1 INTRODUCTION
Symbols and terms used in warnings
The following warnings, symbols and terms are used in this
document in compliance with the American National Standard
ANSI Z535.6-2011:
NOTICE
Follow the instructions carefully to avoid damage or
destruction to the instrument.
CAUTION
Follow the instructions carefully to avoid a low or medium risk
of injury to persons.
WARNING
Follow the instructions carefully to avoid servere injury to
persons.
DANGER
Follow the instructions carefully to avoid death or severe
injury to persons.
High voltage
Follow the instructions carefully to avoid damage to the
instrument or severe injury to persons.
This safety instruction is given if the danger is due to high
voltage.
Laser
Follow the instructions carefully to avoid damage to the
instrument or severe injury to persons.
This safety instruction is given if the danger is due to laser
radiation. Information specifying the laser class is also given.

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SYMBOLS USED IN THIS OPERATING MANUAL
Warning format
All warnings have the following format:
The following character formats are used in this operating
manual:
WARNING
Type and source of danger
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
►Action needed to avoid danger.
√Requirement
This requirement must be met first; e.g.
√The system is switched on.
►
1.
2.
Instruction
Follow the instructions given (the numbers indicate the order
in which the instructions should be followed); e.g.
►Select mode.
Italics Result
Indicates the result of following an instruction; e.g.
The page opens.
Boldface Pages, controls, and display elements
Screen pages, controls, and display elements are indicated in
boldface.
Text in
blue
Cross references
Cross references are indicated in blue type. When using the
PDF version, just click on the blue text to skip to the cross
reference.
[G]Instrument keys
Instrument keys are indicated within square brackets.
[More]Touchscreen buttons
Touchscreen buttons are indicated within square brackets.

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WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE UNIT
2 SAFETY INFORMATION
2SAFETY INFORMATION
Warning symbols on the unit
Proper usage
This instrument is intended for measurements on optical fiber
devices and systems.
►Please make sure the instrument is not operated outside the
permitted ambient conditions.
►Always make sure that the instrument is in proper working
order before switching it on.
Warning symbols indicating a potential hazard
►In all cases where the unit is labeled with a warning symbol,
the operating manual must be consulted to learn more
about the nature of the potential hazard and any action that
must be taken.

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LASER SAFETY
Laser safety
WARNING
Dangerous laser radiation
Laser radiation can cause irreparable damage to eyes and
skin.
The maximum permitted power for the OLP-88 means that the
optical input signals can reach hazard level.
Bear this in mind when using the OLP-88. In particular, the
instrument is equipped with a through channel that transmits
all the optical radiation from the input to the output without
attenuation, even when the OLP-88 is switched off.
►Please note that also in broadband mode light is emitted at
the unconnected port.
►Always be aware of the hazard level of the instrument to be
connected.
►Connect all optical fibers before switching on the radiation
source.
►Switch off the laser source before disconnecting the optical
fibers.
►Never look directly into the unconnected port of the
instrument, the output of a laser source, or an optical fiber
connected to a source or a system.
►Always cover unused ports.
►Be aware that the emitted light is not visible.
►Heed the normal precautions for working with laser radiation
and consider local regulations.

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BATTERY OPERATION
2 SAFETY INFORMATION
Battery operation
Ventilation
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply
Safety class
The PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply unit has a protective
isolation that conforms with IEC 60950.
WARNING
Explosion danger
Short-circuiting the batteries can result in overheating,
explosion, or ignition of the batteries and their surround-
ings.
►Never short-circuit the battery contacts by touching both
contacts simultaneously with an electrical conducting object.
►Only use AA size dry batteries or rechargeable batteries.
►Make sure the batteries are inserted with the correct polarity.
NOTICE
Insufficient ventilation
Insufficient ventilation can damage the instrument or
adversely affect its function and safety.
►Ensure adequate ventilation when operating the instrument.

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PS4 UNIVERSAL AC/DC POWER SUPPLY
Environmental conditions
NOTICE
Ambient temperature too high/low
Temperatures outside the operating range of 0 to +40 °C
can damage the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply or
adversely affect its function and safety.
►Only operate the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply
indoors.
The PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply must only be
operated at ambient temperatures between 0 and +40 °C.
NOTICE
Insufficient ventilation
Insufficient ventilation can damage the PS4 Universal AC/
DC Power Supply or adversely affect its function and safety.
►Ensure adequate ventilation when operating the PS4
Universal AC/DC Power Supply.
NOTICE
Condensation
Operation in the presence of condensation can damage the
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply or adversely affect its
function and safety.
►Do not operate the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply if
condensation has formed.
►If condensation cannot be avoided, such as when the PS4
Universal AC/DC Power Supply is cold and is moved to a
warm room, wait until the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power
Supply Unit is dry before plugging it into the AC power line.

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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
3 GETTING STARTED
3GETTING STARTED
Unpacking the instrument
Packing material
We suggest that you keep the original packing material. It is
designed for reuse (unless it is damaged during shipping). Using
the original packing material ensures that the instrument is
properly protected during shipping.
Checking the package contents
►Unpack the instrument and check the package contents. For
more information see “Included items” on page 84.
Checking for shipping damage
After you unpack the instrument, check to see if it was damaged
during shipping. This is particularly likely if the packaging is
visibly damaged. If there is damage, do not attempt to operate
the instrument. Doing so can cause further damage. In case of
damage, please contact your local Viavi sales company.
Addresses can be found at www.viavisolutions.com.
Recovery following storage/shipping
Condensation can occur if a instrument that is stored or shipped
at a low temperature is brought into a warm room. To prevent
damage, wait until no more condensation is visible on the
surface of the instrument before powering it up. Do not operate
the instrument until it has reached its specified temperature
range and wait until it has cooled down if the instrument was
stored at a high temperature (see “General specifications” on
page 82).

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Instrument overview
Fig. 2 Front view OLP-88 and OLP-88P
1Patch cord microscope (PCM) with FMAE adapter
2PCM controls: focus control, automated Pass/Fail analysis,
magnification control
3Optical test ports with interchangeable test adapters
4Test head cover (green for APC- and gray for PC connectors)
53.5 inch touchscreen
6Key pad (operator control panel)
7Battery compartment and stand (on rear of instrument)

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Connector panel
Fig. 3 Connector panel
Fig. 4 External power supply connector and communication inter-
faces
1Optical test port 1: Downstream
Connection to OLT facing side of the PON
2Optical test port 2: Upstream
Connection to ONU/ONT facing side of the PON
1Ethernet port (RJ-45)
2External power supply connector (12 V)
3USB 2.0 host port (Type A)
4USB 2.0 device port (Type Micro-B)

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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
Power supply
The following power sources can be used to operate the OLP-88:
• Eight 1.5 V dry batteries
(Mignon AA size, alkaline type recommended)
• Eight 1.2 V NiMH rechargeable batteries
(Mignon AA size, no internal charge)
• PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply
• RBP2 LiIon Battery Pack
Battery operation
Replacing batteries
Fig. 5 Replacing the batteries
WARNING
Dangers when handling batteries
Handling batteries may be dangerous. Please note the
following safety instructions.
►Please note the battery operation safety information in the
chapter “Battery operation” on page 13.
Replacing batteries
►Do not replace individual batteries. Always change all eight
batteries at the same time.
►Always use eight batteries of the same type; i.e. do not mix
rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries.
1RBP2 LiIon Battery Pack
2Latch lock
3AA battery tray

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The battery compartment is on the back of the instrument.
1. Press down the latch to release and to open the lid of the
battery compartment.
2. Insert new batteries or remove the used batteries and replace
them with fresh ones.
NOTICE: Take care to insert the batteries correctly. The correct
polarity is indicated by a diagram inside the battery
compartment.
– or –
1. Press down the latch lock to release the battery tray.
2. Insert the RBP2 LiIon Battery Pack.
3. Close the battery compartment.
4. Press the [E]key to switch on.
Recharging the batteries
The rechargeable RBP2 LiIon Battery Pack is recharged when the
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply is being used to power the
instrument. The instrument switches to trickle charging
automatically as soon as the RBP2 LiIon Battery Pack is fully
charged.
Note: Rechargeable AA batteries will not be recharged in the
instrument. For AA-type rechargeable batteries please
use an external charger.
It is not possible to charge the rechargeable AA batteries
or the RBP2 LiIon Battery Pack via the USB interface.
The instrument is powered by the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power
Supply if the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply and the USB
interface are both connected.
General tips on using batteries
• Always handle batteries with care.
• Do not drop or damage the batteries or expose them to
excessively high temperatures.
• Do not store the batteries for more than one or two days at
very high temperatures (e.g. in a vehicle), either separately or
inserted in the instrument.
• Do not leave discharged batteries in the instrument for a long
time if it is not being used.

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Other basic safety precautions are as follows:
• Do not use PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply outdoors or in
wet or damp locations.
• Connect the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply to the correct
mains voltage, as indicated on the rating label.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord, and do not
place the product where people can walk on the power cord.
• Avoid using this product during electrical storms. There may
be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use this product in the vicinity of a gas leak or in any
explosive environment.
• Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous, high voltage
points, and other hazards. Contact qualified service personnel
for all service.
Environmental protection
Please dispose of any unwanted dry batteries and rechargeable
batteries carefully. They should also be removed from the
instrument if it is to be discarded. If facilities in your country exist
for collecting such waste or for recycling, please make use of
these rather than throwing the batteries in with normal trash.
You will often be able to return used batteries to the place where
you purchase new ones. Any dry or rechargeable batteries that
you purchased from Viavi can be returned to one of our Service
Centers for disposal.
Operation from AC power
NOTICE: Only the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply may be
used to operate the OLP-88 from AC power.
To fit the AC line plug adapter:
1. Select the appropriate AC line plug adapter.
2. Slide the AC line plug adapter into the slot.
The PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply is ready for use.