Viavi SmartClass Fiber OLTS-85 User manual

SmartClass™ Fiber
OLTS-85
User’s Guide
BN 2325/98.21
2016.01
English
SmartClass™ Fiber
OLTS-85
User’s Guide
BN 2325/98.21
2016.01
English

Please direct all inquiries to your local Viavi sales company. The
addresses can be found at:
www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/contact-sales-expert
A description of additional instrument features can be found at:
www.viavisolutions.com/en-us/products/network-test-and-certification
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change without notice, and Viavi reserves the right to provide an
addendum to this document with information not available at the time
that this document was created.
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Viavi Solutions Deutschland GmbH
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Order no.: BN 2325/98.21
Version: 2016.01
Previous version: 2015.11
Notes:
Changes may be made to specifications, descriptions, and delivery
information.

OLTS-85 3
CONTENTS
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OLTS-85 Loss Test Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OLTS-85 Light Sources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating manual update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Symbols used in this operating manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Warning symbols on the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Proper usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Laser safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Battery operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Unpacking the instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting optical cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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
TIER 1 LOSS TEST OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Tier 1 Loss Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Referencing methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Pass/Fail indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
POWERMETER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Powermeter measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
LASER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Selecting a laser source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Auto λ feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Selecting a mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Setting the power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Switching on/off the laser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
PROBE/PCM OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Patch Cord Microscope (PCM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
FMAE series adapters for the PCM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Features available with the P5000i Digital Probe . . . . . . . 59
QuickCapture™ key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
File toolbar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Configuring the Digital Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
MEMORY MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Selecting the project to save or display results. . . . . . . . . 68
Saving results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Displaying stored results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Using the Link Data Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Clearing the memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
MAKING A REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Cleaning the test port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Cleaning the instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
General specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Power meter specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Light Source specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Tier 1 specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Patch cord microscope specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
ORDERING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
OLTS-85 Optical Loss Test Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Included items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

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1 INTRODUCTION
OLTS-85 LOSS TEST SET
1INTRODUCTION
OLTS-85 Loss Test Set
The SmartClass™ Fiber OLTS-85 (optical loss test set) contents
high-performance, easy-to-use instruments with a two or four
wavelength light source and a power meter. They are universal
instruments for Tier 1 certification of single-mode and multi-
mode fibers, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Automate pass/fail end-face analysis for all fiber types, and gain
complete test visibility at both local and remote ends. Use pre-
configured cabling specifications from all leading
manufacturers.
Loss can be measured simultaneously at two wavelengths. Quick
referencing for all built-in wavelengths can be effected
independent of the current measurement mode.
Key Benefits of the OLTS-85 Loss Test Set
• Achieve complete network certification with the OLTS-85.
• Optimize productivity with the industry’s fastest test workflow.
• Obtain comprehensive results for the latest TIA 568.3,
ISO 11801, and ISO 14763-3 requirements.
• View test setup and results data and edit labels at both local
and remote ends.
• Objective pass/fail testing for fiber end-face requirements.
Features
• Multi-mode (850/1300 nm) and single-mode (1310/1550 nm)
adapters for Tier 1 fiber certification (loss/length/polarity).
• Industry-leading P5000i Digital Probe fiber end-face
inspection probe support.

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OLTS-85 LIGHT SOURCES
OLTS-85 Light Sources
The SmartClass™ Fiber OLTS-85 light sources are professional,
versatile, compact handheld instruments designed for
qualification and certification of fiber optic networks. Carefully
chosen combinations of available wavelengths make
SmartClass™ Fiber OLTS-85 light sources the optimum choice
for link loss testing and characterization of long-haul, metro, and
access telecommunication networks, as well as for data center
and local area network testing.
Single-mode (SM) and multi-mode (MM) – The
all-in-one solution
OLTS-85 devices that have both single-mode and multi-mode
light sources are the most flexible test instruments. These
instruments are particularly suitable for rental and measurement
service companies.
Fiber inspection ready – Inspect before you
connect
The SmartClass™ Fiber OLTS-85 instruments are prepared for
fiber inspection. Connection of a P5000i Digital Probe to the
OLTS-85 enables a technician to perform best practices fiber
inspection and automated Pass/Fail testing of optical
connectors/adapters in order to ensure industry standard fiber
endface quality and cleanliness.
No additional fiber microscope set required – simply plug in a
P5000i Digital Probe.
Report generation – Do it the easy way
Of course, it is possible to make measurement reports with a PC
tool.
FiberChekPRO is the ideal tool for generating your report. Please
download FiberChekPRO for free on http://updatemyunit.net.
Rugged and portable
Battery operation with AA dry batteries, or with a rechargeable
Li-Ion Battery Pack ensure a long operating time in the field and
a robust, shock-proof design makes the SmartClass™ Fiber
instruments the perfect choice for optical network field testing,
even under tough conditions.

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1 INTRODUCTION
OPERATING MANUAL UPDATE
Remote controllable
Operation with an AC/DC power supply and remote control
capabilities via USB 2.0 and Ethernet make the SmartClass™
Fiber instruments a perfect solution even for fixed installations
in central offices, in production environments, and on the
laboratory workbench.
Operating manual update
Continuing enhancement and further development of the
SmartClass family may mean that this operating manual does
not cover all the latest functions of your instrument.
If the operating instructions about features supported 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.

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SYMBOLS USED IN THIS OPERATING 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.
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 to or
destruction of 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 severe 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 blue square brackets.

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WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE UNIT
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
Battery operation
WARNING
Dangerous laser radiation
Laser radiation can cause irreparable damage to eyes and
skin.
This device is a Class 1 laser product according to
DIN EN 60825-1:2007.
►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.
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.

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VENTILATION
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.
Environmental conditions
NOTICE
Insufficient ventilation
Insufficient ventilation can damage the instrument or
adversely affect its function and safety.
►Ensure adequate ventilation when operating the instrument.
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.

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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
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 80.
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 an 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 “Ordering
Information” on page 80).

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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
Instrument overview
Fig. 1 Front view OLTS-85 and OLTS-85P
1Patch cord microscope (PCM) with FMAE adapter
2PCM controls: focus control, automated Pass/Fail analysis,
magnification control
3Connector interface
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)
8USB 2.0 device port (Type Micro-B)
9USB 2.0 host port (Type A) and external power supply connector
10 Ethernet port (RJ-45)

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Connector panel
Fig. 2 Connector panel
Fig. 3 External power supply connector and communication interfaces
1 Optical connector 1, single-mode
2 Optical connector 2, multi-mode
3 Input port for broadband measurement
1 Ethernet port (RJ-45)
2 External power supply connector
3 USB 2.0 host port (Type A)
4 USB 2.0 device port (Type Micro-B)

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Power supply
The following power sources can be used to operate the
OLTS-85:
• 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 (optional)
• RBP2 Li-Ion Battery Pack (optional)
Battery operation
Replacing batteries
Fig. 4 Replacing the batteries
WARNING
Dangers when handling batteries
Handling batteries may be dangerous. Please note the fol-
lowing safety instructions.
►Please note the battery operation safety information in the
chapter “Battery operation” on page 11.
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.
1 RBP2 Li-Ion Battery Pack
2Latch lock
3 AA battery tray

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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
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 Li-Ion Battery Pack.
3. Close the battery compartment.
4. Press the [E] key to switch on.
Recharging the batteries
The rechargeable RBP2 Li-Ion Battery Pack recharges when the
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply is used to power the
instrument. The instrument switches to trickle charging
automatically as soon as the RBP2 Li-Ion 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 Li-Ion Battery Pack via the USB interface.
If the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply and the USB interface
are both connected, the instrument is powered by the PS4
Universal AC/DC Power Supply.
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 out 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.

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Operation with AC power
NOTICE: Only the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply may be
used to operate the OLTS-85 with 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.
Fig. 5 PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply
To change the AC line plug adapter:
1. Squeeze both sides of the PS4 latch lock (see Fig. 5).
2. Push the AC line plug adapter upwards.
3. Slide a different AC line plug adapter into the slot (see Fig. 6).
Fig. 6 PS4: Changing the AC line plug adapter