Viavi SmartClass OLP-85 Series User manual

OLP-85/OLP-85P
SmartClass™ Fiber
Optical Power Meters
Operating manual
BN 2307/98.21
2020.04
English

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Order no.: BN 2307/98.21
Version: 2020.04
Previous version: 2019.06
Notes:
Changes may be made to specifications, descriptions and delivery
information.

OLP-85/OLP-85P 3
CONTENTS
CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
OLP-85/OLP-85P Power Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating manual update. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Symbols used in this operating manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 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
3 GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Unpacking the instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting optical cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4 BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Switching the instrument on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Operator control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Menus and display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Navigating in the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Displaying application information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Changing System Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
WiFi menu (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Bluetooth menu (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Installing a software option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Updating the firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Creating screenshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5 MANAGING PROJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Creating a new project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Editing a project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Deleting a project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Activating a project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6 POWERMETER OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Setting and selecting wavelengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Selecting and changing the power display mode. . . . . . 42
Displaying relative power level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Saving Powermeter test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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7 MEASURING LOSS WITH SOURCE/POWERMETER . . . . 45
General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Performing the measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Viewing test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Saving Loss test results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8 PROBE/PCM OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Patch Cord Microscope (PCM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
FMAE series adapters for the PCM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Features available with the P5000i Digital Probe . . . . . . 50
QuickCapture™ key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
File toolbar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Configuring the Digital Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Saving Probe/PCM results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
9 DATA MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Saving results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Data management of Powermeter tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Data management of Probe and PCM tests . . . . . . . . . . 62
Exporting results to USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Making a report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
10 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Cleaning the test port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Cleaning the instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
11 APPENDIX - REFERENCING METHODS . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Remote Referencing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
12 REMOTE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
13 ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Industry Canada (IC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
EU Radio Equipment Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
KC Marking Directives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
14 ORDERING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
OLP-85/OLP-85P stand alone unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Included items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
15 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
OLP-85 specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
General specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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16 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
17 PRODUCT REGULATORY COMPLIANCE . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Viavi Environmental Management Program . . . . . . . . . . 80
EU WEEE and Battery Directives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
EU REACH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
EU CE Marking Directives (LV, EMC, RoHS, RE) . . . . . . . . 81
California Proposition 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

6 OLP-85/OLP-85P
1 INTRODUCTION
OLP-85/OLP-85P POWER METERS
1INTRODUCTION
OLP-85/OLP-85P Power Meters
This manual applies to the models BN 2307/03 and BN 2308/03.
The SmartClass™ Fiber OLP-85 power meters are professional,
compact handheld test instruments designed for testing,
installing, and maintaining single-mode and multi-mode cables
and networks. The OLP-85 devices combine a high-performance
and high-dynamic lambda-selective power meter with up to
100 dB dynamic, a universal power meter, and automated fiber
inspection and test capabilities, thus providing an optimized
feature set for typical workflows found in access network testing.
An integrated pass/fail analysis feature simplifies standard
conformity testing and provides unambiguous measurement
result presentation. With integrated report generation, all
measurement data can be summarized within a professional,
industry standard test report.
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-85
instruments the perfect choice for testing, even under tough
conditions.
In addition to onboard reporting there are various connection
options such as Ethernet or connections for fiber inspection
probe.
Operation from an AC/DC power supply and remote control
capabilities via USB 2.0 and Ethernet make the SmartClass™
Fiber OLP-85 instruments even a perfect solution for fixed
installations in central offices, in production environments, and
on the laboratory workbench.
Common features
All OLP-85/OLP-85P series power meters can connect to single-
mode and multi-mode fibers (9/125 µm, 50/125 µm, and 62.5/
125 µm).
Tests on systems from different manufacturers with different
connector types are easy to handle due to the universal adapter
system.

OLP-85/OLP-85P 7
OPERATING MANUAL UPDATE
1 INTRODUCTION
Connector type
The connection is made with an universal push pull (UPP)
adapter for all 2.5 mm connectors (UPP adapter for 1.25 mm
ferrules are also available). The OLP-85 works with a .../PC and .../
APC connector as well.
Powermeter mode
Both modulated and unmodulated light signals can be
measured. The average power of modulated light signals is
displayed. The power meter is calibrated at 850 nm, 980 nm,
1310 nm, 1490 nm, 1550 nm and 1625 nm.
The “Auto-” function allows automatic wavelength detection.
This application requires a wavelength encoding light source,
e.g. one of the OLS-85 Optical Light Sources.
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.

8 OLP-85/OLP-85P
1 INTRODUCTION
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:
Warning format
All warnings have the following format:
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.
WARNING
Type and source of danger
Consequences of ignoring the warning.
JAction needed to avoid danger.

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SYMBOLS USED IN THIS OPERATING MANUAL
1 INTRODUCTION
The following elements are used in this operating manual:
IRequirement
This requirement must be met first; e.g.
IThe system is switched on.
J
1.
2.
Instruction
Follow the instructions given (the numbers indicate the order
in which the instructions should be followed); e.g.
JSelect 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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2 SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
JPlease make sure the instrument is not operated outside the
permitted ambient conditions.
JAlways make sure that the instrument is in proper working
order before switching it on.
Warning symbols indicating a potential hazard
JIn 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
2 SAFETY INFORMATION
Laser safety
Battery operation
WARNING
Dangerous laser radiation
Laser radiation can cause irreparable damage to eyes and
skin.
The maximum permitted power for the OLP-85 means that the
optical input signals can reach hazard level.
Bear this in mind when using the OLP-85.
JAlways be aware of the hazard level of the instrument to be
connected.
JConnect all optical fibers before switching on the radiation
source.
JSwitch off the laser source before disconnecting the optical
fibers.
JNever 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.
JAlways cover unused ports.
JBe aware that the emitted light is not visible.
JHeed 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.
JNever short-circuit the battery contacts by touching both
contacts simultaneously with an electrical conducting object.
JOnly use AA size dry batteries or rechargeable batteries.
JMake 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.
JEnsure 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.
JOnly 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.
JEnsure adequate ventilation when operating the PS4
Universal AC/DC Power Supply.

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PS4 UNIVERSAL AC/DC POWER SUPPLY
2 SAFETY INFORMATION
NOTICE
Condensation
Operation in the presence of condensation can damage the
PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply or adversely affect its
function and safety.
JDo not operate the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply if
condensation has formed.
JIf 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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3 GETTING STARTED
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
JUnpack the instrument and check the package contents. For
more information see “Included items” on page 75.
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.
Recover y 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 “General
specifications” on page 77).

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3 GETTING STARTED
Instrument overview
Fig. 1 Front view OLP-85
1Patch cord microscope (PCM)
2PCM controls: focus control, automated Pass/Fail analysis,
magnification control
3Connector interface
4Test head cover
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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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
Connector panel
Fig. 2 Connector panel with FC adapter (example)
Fig. 3 External power supply connector and communication inter-
faces
1 Optical connector
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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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
3 GETTING STARTED
Power supply
The following power sources can be used to operate the OLP-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)
NOTE: Best Measurement accuracy is achieved when the measurements
are performed in battery mode (w/o AC adapter).
Battery operation
WARNING
Dangers when handling batteries
Handling batteries may be dangerous. Please note the fol-
lowing safety instructions.
JPlease note the battery operation safety information in the
chapter “Battery operation” on page 11.
Replacing batteries
JDo not replace individual batteries. Always change all eight
batteries at the same time.
JAlways use eight batteries of the same type; i.e. do not mix
rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries.

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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
Replacing batteries
Fig. 4 Replacing the batteries
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 in the tray or remove the used batteries
from the tray and replace all eight with fresh ones.
NOTE: Take care to insert the batteries correctly. The correct polarity is
indicated by a diagram inside the battery compartment.
– or –
Insert new or replace the RBP2 Li-Ion Battery Pack.
– or –
Switch from non-rechargeable batteries to rechargeable ones
by replacing the battery tray with a new battery pack (or vice
versa).
3. Close the battery compartment.
4. Press the [E] key to switch on.
Recharging the batteries
The rechargeable RBP2 Li-Ion 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 Li-Ion Battery Pack is fully
charged.
1 RBP2 Li-Ion Battery Pack
2Latch lock
3 AA battery tray

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3 GETTING STARTED
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.
Deep discharge
A rechargeable battery that appears to be dead (unit will not
turn on even when connected to external power) may well be in
a deep discharge state. It can be fully charged with the following
charging cycle:
1. Plug in the power cord for 1–1.5 hours.
Battery should be partly charged now.
2. Switch the power on.
If the instrument starts: Let the battery fully charge.
– or –
If the instrument does not start:
Unplug power cord, plug it back in and repeat steps 1 and 2.
NOTE: If the battery is completely deep-discharged, this cycle might
need to be repeated up to 3 times.
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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UNPACKING THE INSTRUMENT
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
NOTE: Only the PS4 Universal AC/DC Power Supply may be used to
operate the OLP-85 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.