DR-500 Series Handheld OTDR User Guide
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1. Press F4 Traces to activate the trace list Use the up down arrow to highlight the desired trace If required change the threshold parameters for the active trace see Changing Parameter for a Measured Trace e Press F1 Apply analysis to apply auto analysis to trace Wait a few seconds e After analysis is finished the results can be viewed in the events table Notei The option to Apply analysis after measurement immediately after completing a measurement is available under the Setup window Additional Parameters section Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 26 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC ull Note2 On long fiber links when distant trace sections are distorted by noise the automatic analysis feature can be inaccurate e g splices with low attenuation may remain unrecognized in the noise background These sections should be analyzed manually utilizing such features as moving deleting and creating events described earlier Trace filtering The program provides the option to apply a smoothing digital filter to the trace after a measurement is acquired e Enter the trace screen and menu Press F4 Traces to activate the trace list Use the up down arrow to highlight the desired trace Press F2 Apply filter to apply the filter to the selected trace To can2. accident disaster transportation or neglect or any other circumstance agency or event beyond AFS s control IN NO EVENT SHALL AFS BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUCH AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGE OR LOSS OF OTHER PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT COST OF CAPITAL COST OF PURCHASED REPLACEMENT OR CLAIMS FOR SERVICE INTERUPTION The remedies of the purchaser set forth herein are exclusive and the liability of AFS with respect to any contract or anything done in connection therewith such as the performance or breech thereof or from sale delivery repair or use of any AFS product whether in contract in tort on strict liability or otherwise shall not exceed the price of the equipment or part thereof on which such liability is based Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 32 Anite FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc 19 Norfolk Ave Easton Ma 02375 USA 508 238 7100 800 556 9313 Fax 617 507 0784 Issue 5 0 Copy right Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc Distributed by C N gota C t onnectivity 45 Beechwood Dr North Andover MA 01845 Fax 978 689 9484 E mail sales L com com Toll Free 1 800 343 1455 Complete Line of Fiber Optic Tesi Equipment www afsi us 201
3. for any saved trace Refractive Index also known as group index is used to convert time to distance For precise distance measurement it is important that this value is accurate and can be obtained from the fiber manufacturer This parameter value can be stored for any saved trace Automatic Trace Analysis Threshold have the following selectable features o Splice Loss LT threshold of the event attenuation value in dB Events with attenuation value that exceeds the threshold value will be shown in the Events Table o Reflectance RT threshold of the event reflectance value in dB The reflected event having a reflectance higher than the threshold value are shown in the Events Table o End of Fiber ET threshold of the event attenuation value in dB for defining the fiber end The first event with an attenuation exceeding the threshold value is defined during the automatic trace analysis as an optical fiber end All subsequent events will be ignored o Attenuation CT Attenuation coefficient threshold value of the section in dB km Exceeding the attenuation coefficient threshold value will mark the section with an in the Event Table Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 16 Anvil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Trace View Parameters e Zoom coefficient select
4. 617 507 0784 2 Ano FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Table of Contents II 14 Zoom Scroll Markers Controls e Using Zoom Controls e Using Scroll Controls 15 Events table Type of the event Working with events To Create Event To Remove Event To Move Event 16 Working with Traces Select Traces to Compare Automatic Trace Analysis Trace filtering Applying trace template Information about the Trace Changing Parameters for a Measured Trace 17 Communication with a PC 18 Optional Features Power Meter Light Source 19 Storage 20 Transportation 21 Warranty Certificate 22 Contact Information Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 3 Aso FIBER SOLUTIONS INC General Information 12 Months From Original Factory Ship Date All Advanced Fiber Solutions products are warranted against defective material and workmanship for an period of 12 months from original factory ship date Any product found to be defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced by Advanced Fiber Solutions In no case will Advanced Fiber Solutions liabilities exceed the original purchase price of the product Exclusions The warranty on your equipment shall not apply to defects resulting from the following e Misuse negligence or accident e Unauthorized repai
5. excellent dead zone do not use on long fiber lengths than require high dynamic range Note To have the unit Auto Select the parameters press Auto Setup The program will perform a short measurement on the connected fiber and automatically define the optimal parameters for that fiber The technician can then modify the parameters manually if desired and run a measurement Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 15 Anv FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Additional Measuring and Analysis Parameters Press P to access the Main menu Press F2 Setup Press F3 Other Parameters to activate the additional measuring parameters window o Set Refractive Index for each OTDR wavelength o Set Backscattering Coefficient for each OTDR wavelength o Set automatic Analysis Threshold parameters Move to the desired parameter selection using the left right arrows Press Enter to activate the selection Use the up down arrows to choose the desired setting Once highlighted press Enter to confirm and change Press C to close and save changes Additional Parameters Backscattering Coefficient BC represents the level of backscattering in a particular fiber It is used for Reflectance and ORL measurement and can be obtained from the fiber manufacturer This parameter value can be stored
6. press normally Parent Buttons P Cand P Button enables the technician to switch between currently activated menu to Main menu C Button by default is an ESC key escape or back but it can also be used for the following e Stop a measurement when running e Reset to Main menu e Exit from dialog boxes and modes for instance the Events table mode e Un zoom Reset zoom state of trace button as well being the key to turn the unit On and Off also has a software assigned function and will show hide a trace preview box in the right top area of the screen when pressed Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment WWW afsi_us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 11 Anvil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Customizing your OTDR The following features can be customized on the DR 500 series unit ESN EN t e Keyboard Tres e Display Display Date Time e Date Time D To customize the device Language e Press P to access the Main menu e Press F4 Device to enter device mode e Press F1 System Setup to Press Enter to select activate the setup window Press Esc to guit e Use the left right arrow to choose the desired icon in the window Keyboard Properties Keyboard Properties Enable character repeat e Select the Keyboard icon and open aa Af Repeat rate the keyboard properties window SL
7. the OTDR The test cables must have the same core and cladding size as the fiber under test A supply of optical cleaning pads isopropyl alcohol or filtered compressed air is recommended for cleaning the fiber optic connectors Important Proper care in handling should be taken when using any precision optical test equipment Scratched or contaminated optical connectors can impact the performance of the instrument It is important to keep the optical ports covered when the unit is not being used Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 6 Aviles FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Unit Introduction The unit is one of the most compact OTDR s on the market today idea for handheld use and pocket transportation The unit is light weight weighing less than 1 6 Lbs It is extremely rugged with a thick protective rubber boot Surrounding the outer case It also offers a long battery life enabling the technician to continuing test up to eight hours It is a full featured OTDR offering four different performance classes to choose from with a dynamic range starting at 23dB going up to 43dB Class A is optimized for private and premise networks Class B is optimized for FTTx and CATV networks Class C is optimized for close event detection and large attenuation measurements like PONS networks Cla
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9. 0220 Minsk e Use the up down arrows to change values Lise arrows to change values and e Press the P to move to between selection options e Press the C to close the window and save the changes Setting Language e Select the Language icon and open the Language properties window e Use up down arrows to select the desired language e Press C to close the window and save the changes OK ENTER Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 13 Anvil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Working with the OTDR Setting up Measuring Parameters Wavelenath Distance range km e Press P to access the main menu 5M1310 e Press F2 Setup to access the measuring aen eee Ne parameters window mm1300 PEO mn e To move to desired parameter selection e EE a use the up down or left right arrows High resolution _ on e Press Enter to activate the desired parameter selection e Use the up down arrows to choose the Run Auto setup QS erer Automatic desired value The value will become highlight e Press Enter to confirm changes e Press C to close the window and save the changes Beep after measurement On Note 1 Several wavelengths can be selected simultaneously In this case measurements will be performed on all chosen wavelengths on
10. 2 200 dB km 0 182 foom Event err Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 20 www afsi us Anv FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Manual Measuring Modes Using the Markers Measuring Attenuation between two marker points 2 PT In this markers mode values are shown at the bottom of the screen in the horizontal information panel The measurement values are based upon where the left hand marker A and right hand marker B are positioned on the trace screen The dB field in the information panel displays the attenuation between the left and right hand markers while the dB km field displays the attenuation coefficient Measuring the Attenuation by Approximation ene The attenuation measurement by approximation mode is used to measure non event sections of the fiber optic link This mode increases the accuracy of the attenuation measurement between the two markers by using a Straight line to approximate the measurement The approximation straight line measurement values are 5 Shown at the bottom of the screen in the horizontal information panel The measurement values are based eal upon where the left hand marker A and right hand marker B are positioned on the trace screen The dB field in the information panel displays the attenuation between the left A and
11. A 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 23 Avil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Events table events2 The Events Table displays all the events found by the auto trace analysis feature e Enter the trace screen and menu e Press F3 Table to open the Events Table e Use the up down arrows to navigate through SEa 0227 1625 events list Highlight events will be marked on the es trace e Press Enter to zoom in on a highlighted event e Press C to exit and hide the Events Table Note User can still continue working with the trace while in the Event Table mode F keys enabled functions include moving markers zooming and scrolling Event reflectance Event attenuation Attenuation coefficient of Distance to event 5 A Ena fiber leading into the even Type of event Cumulative loss km N da dB dB km B 4733566 0 287 O 212 9 490 67 51823 56 567 D222 0 191 14 335 7 45711 6 0 405 0 766 0 166 16 961 oe Pa A a Type of the event e R depicts an event with reflection once the reflection coefficient is higher than the set threshold value irrespective of the attenuation in the event e S depicts an event without reflection once the attenuation coefficient is higher and the reflection coefficient is lower than the set threshold values Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easto
12. FIBER SOLUTIONS INC dl Information about the Trace Each trace has an information panel with the option to add additional operating information To access the panel e Enter the trace screen and menu ie moana e Press F4 Traces to activate the trace list Fiber 1b e Use the up down arrow to highlight the desired Fiber type G 652 conventional 5M fibe w Originating Location P trace Terminating Location P e Press F4 More to activate additional trace Condition as bult condtion W menu eon Measuring parameters e Press F3 Information to open the information panel Use the left right arrows to navigate between tabs Use the up down arrows to navigate between text windows Press Enter to enter or modify text in the General Tab Press C to close the window and save the information Changing Parameters for a Measured Trace Once in the information panel the technician has the option to change the trace parameters Analysis Thresholds Backscattering Coefficient and Refraction Index e Enter the trace screen and menu e Press F4 Traces to activate the trace list ass e Use the up down arrow to highlight the desired T oe trace ii e Press F4 More to activate additional trace menu e Press F3 Information to open the information panel e Press F1 Analysis thresholds to change automatic analysis thresholds e Press F2 Change BC to change the back scattering coefficient sc 80 0 e Pre
13. TATION The DR 500 Series OTDR as packed by the manufacturer can be transported in closed type vehicles of any kind by rail by truck car by river in holds When transported by air the instrument should be placed in a heated airtight compartment When transporting the packed instrument all attempts should be made for the DR 500 Series OTDR to be kept within the following limits e Ambient temperature ranging from 20 C to 50 C e Relative ambient humidity up to 95 at 35 C The arrangement and fixation of packed instruments should be in compliance with the normative and technical documentation applicable to the vehicle used If the instrument was transported as packed by the manufacturer at sub zero temperatures after the transportation it should be left unpacked for two hours Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 31 Aviles FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Warranty Certificate Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc warrants that its products sold by it to purchaser will upon delivery to purchaser be free of defects in workmanship or materials and will conform and function in accordance with the specifications for the product as published by Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc and in effect at the time of delivery Should any failure to conform to this warranty become apparent duri
14. U a e Use the up down arrows to move i between the lines e Use left right arrows to change the values e Tick the Enable character repeat check box to enable a continuous repeated action when the desired button is continuously pressed e Press C to close the window and save the changes Prerprrrrrrarird w Display Properties Display Properties To save battery life you can adjust when the backlight automatically shuts off e Select the Display icon and open aia ea 7 Automatically turn off backlight while on battery power th e D IS p da y p ro pe rti es win d OW Turn off after 5 minutes s of continuous idle time e Use th e u p down arrows to move Automatically turn off backlight while on external power betwee nse acti Ons Turn off after 20 minutes w of continuous idle time Press Enter to enable any checkbox or show the list of values Press C to close the window and save changes Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 12 Ano FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Setting Date and Time Date Time Note When a trace is saved the device also saves the corresponding time and date e Select the Date Time icon and open the Date Time properties window e Use the left right arrows to move to the next selection to be changed EMT
15. Voss FIBER SOLUTIONS INC DR 500 Series Handheld OTDR User Guide Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 1 Anvil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Table of Contents I General Information Safety Information Introduction e Recommended Accessories 4 Unit Introduction e Working Principle e Technical Specifications Getting Started Customizing your OTDR Working with the OTDR Setting up Measuring Parameters e Parameters e Additional Measuring and Analysis Parameters e Additional Parameters e Trace View Parameters 9 Automatic Saving 10 Start Measurement 11 Working with Files e Opening Trace Files e Saving Trace Files e Additional functions 12 To access the information window e To Delete files e To Copy and Paste e To Open a File 13 Manual Measuring Modes e Measuring Attenuation between two marker points 2 PT Measuring the Attenuation by Approximation LSA Attenuation Measurement of an Event Splice Reflective Coefficient Measurement Reflection Optical Return Loss ORL To Select a Particular Marker Method W N e CO N O UI Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax
16. aces to Compare e Enter the trace screen and menu e Press F4 Traces to activate the trace list smdr_1310 e Use the up down arrow to highlight the D desired trace e Press Enter to select the highlighted trace Four traces can be selected at once dL 7 6 m e When a trace is highlighted the right arrow imez 01 01 2003 12 00 42 allows the technician to make that trace the eer IKA active trace which will be indicated be the elate plate ntormation _ More symbol next to it e Press F3 Delete trace to remove a trace from the list e Press C to close the window Note The trace list can contain no more than 12 traces at a time When a new trace is opened and added to the list the last trace will be pushed off the list and removed A previously measured trace that is on the list can be saved once it is the active trace Automatic Trace Analysis Auto trace analysis performs the following operations e It will search for events with attenuation or reflection coefficient that exceeds defined threshold values e Defines the distance to the event and the attenuation coefficient of the section between the events e The acquired data analysis is then stored in the Events Table and with corresponding marks highlighted on the trace e A previously marked trace events will be removed from the trace when automatic analysis is applied To perform auto trace analysis on a trace Enter the trace screen and menu
17. and save settings Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 17 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC ul Start Measurement e Press P to access the Main menu e Press F1 Run when in the Main menu or F1 Run when in the Measuring Parameters field to run a measurement The measurement will operate according to the values set in the Measuring Parameters window e The green bar at the bottom part of the screen will indicate the time past for the current measurement e The green Laser LED on the face panel will be illuminated during a measurement e Press C to stop a measurement manually Working with Files All traces are saved in memory in the BELLCORE version 2 0 format and have a sor file extension DR 500 Series files can be opened in other OTDR software programs if the program supports the sor file format If several wavelengths are measured Simultaneously all the traces are saved as a group They will have the same common part of the name with the wavelength value added to the name example afs_1310 afs_1550 e t c Opening Trace Files The device can open up to four traces at a time an active trace and additional traces To open fil e Removable Disk e Press P to access the Main menu e Press F3 File to enter the File window i e Use the up down arr
18. cel the filtering effect Press F2 Unapply filter Note The degree of filtering depends on the duration of the probe pulse Applying trace template smdr_1310 smdr_1550 This is an important feature when testing multi fiber Bea cables with multiple events It allows the technician to events2 certify and analyze the fiber link quickly and easily with the use of the Template It will transfer the events of one cable onto another cable To activate the Template Feature fetiplate esaplae information More e Open a trace that has the desired event locations Make sure that the event locations are accurate and in the desired position before using these events as the template The trace menu should now be present if not press P to activate the menu Press F4 Traces to activate the trace list Use the up down arrow to highlight the desired trace Press F4 More to activate additional trace menu Press F1 Create template to create a template based on the selected trace The pop up Template is Created will appear Press C to close the window and go back to the trace Newly created events will be listed in the Events Table Note After applying template the previously created events will be removed Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 27 Asi
19. e after another without stopping 2 If an DR 500 Series is the quad OTDR model for both Single mode and Multimode applications the choice of single mode OTDR wavelength SM1310 SM 1550 etc will automatically cancel out the choice of multimode OTDR wavelengths MM 850 MM1300 and vice versa Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 14 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Parameters Wavelength For Multimode 850nm or 1300nm and for single mode 1310nm 1550nm or 1625nm Distance Range Km The maximum value of the measured distance The value of the distance range should exceed the length of the line under test by more than 20 Pulsewidth ns This determines the value of the optical pulse duration The range of the acceptable optical pulse value is dependent on the chosen Distance Range and is automatically limited by the OTDR program Resolution m This determines the distance between two samples Sampling intervals of the trace The value is dependent on the Distance Range Measurement Time Min Sec This determines the duration of the measurement process with averaging Live mode performs fiber monitoring in real time mode High Resolution In this mode the optical receiver bandwidth is increased Best used when testing a short cables and requiring
20. e horizontal information panel The Refl dB field lt 27 00000 0T o 7T displays the reflective coefficient between markers A and B while the Refl km field displays the left A marker and location of the base of the connector Optical Return Loss ORL This marker method measures the Optical Return Loss of a partial fiber section or the whole fiber link Place the left A and right B markers on the fiber link that is being tested The measurement results are displayed in the horizontal information panel The dB field in the information panel displays the attenuation between the left A and right B hand markers while the ORL db field displays the ratio in dB of the optical power entered into the fiber link verses the power which is returned to the beginning of the fiber Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 22 Anvil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC 7 To Select a Particular Marker Method e Enter the trace screen and menu e Press F1 Markers to select a particular marker method 2PT LSA Splice Reflection or ORL e Use the up down arrows to highlight a desired markers setting e Press Enter to select the marker setting e A pop up window indicates which markers are currently active Note If a marker is moved too close to another both will move
21. er will enable the user to connect and launch the AFS Reflect OTDR software transfer files to the PC copy files or load files directly to the Reflect platform Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 29 Avi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC dl Optional Features Power Meter amp Light Source The unit also offers the optional features of both a power meter and laser light source 06_meas_1550 To enter the Power Meter and Laser Light Source mode press the F4 button Device when in the main menu O O This will open the device menu as shown here Compl MB or Fiber Optic Test Equipment To enter the Power Meter and Laser Light Source field i press the F4 button Power Meter again opih ot al Slo This will open the Power Meter and Laser Light Source 7 EET field as shown here To select a specific wavelength press the Fl button Wavelength This will enable the user to scroll to the desired wavelength and select that wavelength by hitting the return key Selectable wavelengths include 650 850 1310 1490 1550 1625nm F3 Reference Level enables the user to display the ERR oe reference level enter a specified reference value or fix level use the current dBm level as a zero reference value by 10 29dBm 0 00 sc
22. eserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 8 Anvi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC e Technical Specifications Dynamic Range 25 27dB a 34 32 31 39 37 36 37 35 34 len 44 42 41dB Single mode 20uS dB dB dB 20uS 1310 1550 1625nm auc 20uS 20uS 20uS moa Dynamic Range we NA Multimode 23 24dB 26 28dB 850 1300nm Event Dead Zone Attenuation Dead Both MM amp SM T 2 5 10 20 40 80 120 160 240 Km Data Points Up to 64 000 0 001dB 0 5 5 10 5 L Un n L 1 0000 2 0000 Language English Full Auto Expert and Real Time 0 05dB 0 16m 7 6m 500 traces Meter Operation Temperature 0 40 C Relative Humidit 95 Without Condensation Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 9 Avie FIBER SOLUTIONS INC GETTING STARTED Preparation for work The device maybe operated when powered by the external 12V AC DC adapter or separately by the internal battery once the battery is charged to an acceptable operational level If the unit is being charged by the external 12V power supply both the green BATTERY LED and the orange CHARGE LED on the face panel will illuminate The fiber to be tested is connected to the OTDR s optical connector on the front panel of the unit It
23. ies Handheld OTDR contains no user serviceable parts Except for cleaning the optical port this instrument must be returned to Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc or an authorized agent for repair or calibration The unit corresponds to GOST 12 2 091 IEC 61010 1 equipment class III The AC DC adaptor corresponds to GOST 12 2 091 IEC 61010 1 equipment class II Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 5 Anvil FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Introduction Thank You for purchasing Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc Optical Time Domain Reflectometer The purpose of this User Guide is to explain how to use and maintain this OTDR If you have any questions regarding your fiber optic instrument or if you need technical or application support please contact Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc This manual includes the technical characteristics operating principles and operating procedures for the DR 500 Series Handheld OTDR DR 500 Series Package Includes DR 500 Series Handheld OTDR device OTDR PC Application Software CD AC DC adapter User Guide for OTDR and PC application Interface cable USB A mini USB B software Storage Batter Carrying Case Recommended Accessories Fiber optic test cables launch cables pulse suppression cables patch cords or jumpers to connect the fiber under test and
24. ion x1 1 x1 3 x2 x5 or x10 e Inverts color in trace window changes the trace color for different lighting environments e Show grid scale values Displays grid lines value Automatic Saving The program enables the automatic saving of measured traces into the DR 500 Series memory immediately after a measurement completion It is advisable to use Auto Saving option when measuring a large number of traces like cable cores to collect data for post testing analysis Warning To avoid unwanted file saving and flash memory overflow Autosave option is disabled when device is turned on e Press P to access Main menu F2 Setup and enter parameters ae E i Be Hard Disk e Press F3 Other Parameters _ me oom J e Press F2 Autosave to activate the Autosave setup window meas o Press Enter to select or de select the Auto save check box de o Use the up down arrows to choose the desired field The field dd meas Create will become highlight press Enter eee a to activate it and change the value o Change the name of the template for auto saving in the File name for saving field o To have the OTDR ask if a file should be saved upon competition of a measurement select the Inquire about saving check box o The file path window allows the user to change the Auto save file location o Press F3 create folder to create a new folder for the Auto save location o Press C to quit the Auto save window
25. is recommended to always use a launch cable when using an OTDR but it is not necessary If testing the cable directly with the OTDR the cable connector style must match the OTDR output connector Power Meter optical port offers versatility with removable connector adapters All OTDR connector ports and test cables should be kept clean and free of dust and dirt for optimal unit operation Powering On Off unit The unit is powered On or Off by pressing and holding the button for several seconds When the unit is powered on the green LED on the face panel will illuminate Menu Options Main menu Start measurement Device Settings j aj DT as bs a m m s Sel up measuring Work with Files parameters open save into Switch between Work with races markers modes Templates Filer Trace list Enter Zoom l Serall mode Activate Event Table Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 10 Avante FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Keypad Options To activate the function displayed directly above To choose functions in the window to choose data line activate sub modes to move markers ee To access Main Menu save changes 0n Sn Run Setup File Device To switch device on off hold the button to use software assigned functions
26. n MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 24 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Working with events To Create Event Make sure that the trace menu is active and the Events Table is open Press F4 More to activate Create Delete and Move events menu Use up down arrows to zoom to required location Move the markers to the required location for event to be created Press Fl Create Event to create a new event in the Events Table To Remove Event Make sure that the trace menu is active and the Events Table is open Use the up down arrows to highlight the required event to delete from the Events Table Press F4 More to activate Create Delete and Move events menu Press F2 Delete event to remove the event from the Events Table To Move Event Make sure that the trace menu is active and the Events Table is open Use the up down arrows to highlight the required event to be moved Press F4 More to activate Create Delete and Move events menu Press F3 Move Event to activate the edit R 10707865 279 mode Press Enter to select the required marker Use the left right arrows to set the markers to appropriate position Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 25 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC ull Working with Traces Select Tr
27. ng the one year period after date of delivery of the product to purchaser AFS will upon prompt written notice form the purchaser correct such non conformity by repair or replacement at AFS s Boston Massachusetts facilities shipment to such facility to be at purchaser s cost and repaired or replaced components to be shipped to purchaser FOB AFS s facility in Easton Massachusetts Correction in the manner provided herein shall constitute a fulfillment of all liability of AFS with respect to the quality of any products sold by it to purchaser THE FORGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF QUALITY WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HERIN SHALL BE THE PURCHASER S SOLE REMEDY FOR ANY FAILURE OF AN AFS PRODUCT TO COMPLY WITH THE WARRANTY PROVISIONS HERIN WHETHER CLAIMS BY THE PURCHASER ARE BASED IN CONTRACT OR IN TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE In no event will the AFS product warranty extend to non conformity in the performance resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance performed by any person other then AFS failure of performance or function caused by or attributable to any associated or complimentary equipment not supplied by AFS modification of any AFS product or connection therewith or supplementary equipment not supplied by AFS or not produced by it operation of the product or its use other then as provided by AFS
28. onal features Power Meter and Light Source choose from Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 7 Ano FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Working Principle The OTDR s operating principle is based on the measurement of the Raleigh Backscattering Signal generated by sending a high power optical pulse from the OTDR through the optical fiber Light is reflected back to the OTDR This backscattered light is measured by the sensitive optic receiver converted to digital form and averaged to improve the signal to noise ratio The resulting signal forms a graph called a TRACE The trace is a visual representation of the backscattering coefficient created by the OTDR to determine the events The trace shows the events on the fiber optic link such as breaks splice loss bends attenuation and distance Distance c t 27 n c speed of light in a vacuum n index of refraction of the fiber under test Time delay between pulse emitted Fiber OTOR Optical pulses Laser i coupler Backscattered signal Avalanche Photo detector Pulse Generator Analog to digital convertor Low lewel commands Digital Signal Processor Analyzed signal Display Platform CPU Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights r
29. opy or delete the highlighted trace It also allows access to the information table of the highlighted trace To access the information window e Activate additional function window e Use the up down arrows to select and highlight a trace e Press F1 Information to activate the information window Note Data in the information window can not be modified To delete files e Activate additional function window e Use the up down arrows to select and 0 Do you realy want to delete file Hard Disk samples tsmdr_1550 sor highlight a trace e Press F2 Delete to remove the selected file 3 from the memory of the device meo L da ECEN Esc e Confirm the deleting process capacity oo Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 19 Avante FIBER SOLUTIONS INC gt To Copy and Paste Activate additional function window Use the up down arrows to select and highlight a trace Press F3 Copy to copy the selected file trace from memory Use the up down and left right arrows to select a location to copy to Press F3 Paste to paste a file to the selected location To pen a File i E EE Activate File window i oe eke ee ge a e Use the up down arrows to highlight a file trace e Press F2 Open to open the selected trace a a l L B Akm 12 10520 dB
30. ows to navigate DD aa E through the file list Use right arrow to open folders Highlight the required file Press F2 Open to open the file To open additional traces see Select Traces to Compare Note If the measurement was performed on several wavelengths the user will be asked to open all corresponding files Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 18 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC ul Saving Trace Files e Press P to access Main Menu e Press F3 File to enter File window e Use the up down arrows to navigate through the file list e If required press F3 Create Folder to create a new folder to Apply or FF ta Cancel e Highlight the required file or folder to save it and press F1 Save the File name dialog box will be opened Note the file can be saved in sor format or pdf format Use arrows to enter the desired name for the trace Press F2 Left and F3 Right to navigate through the name Press F1 Delete to delete any letter Press C to save the trace or F4 Cancel to return to the File window without Saving Note Highlighting the file will tell the program to use its name and location as a template for a new trace Additional functions To access additional functions press F4 More This menu enables the technician to c
31. r or modification For full details of Advanced Fiber Solutions warranty please visit www afsi us Or call 508 238 7100 for a copy of Advanced Fiber Solutions warranty Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment WWW afsi_ us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 4 Avi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC ull Safety Information Safety Information Product Offering Class 1 laser output AF DR 515 850nm 1300nm AF DR 525 1310 1550nm AF DR 529 1310 1550 1625nm CLASS 1 LASER AF DR 535 850 1300 1310 1550nm PRODUCT Class II laser output Do not stare at beam LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM VFL Port CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT WAVELENGTH 6710 ta 690nm M x OUTPUT 10 PULSE RATE 2H 50 DUTY IES 60825 1 2007 3 Warning When working with an OTDR Never look or stare directly into the optical outputs of fiber optic test equipment patch cords or test jumpers Use of procedures or adjustments other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Optical radiation that is harmful to the eye may be present This may result in permanent eye damage While the chances of such an occurrence taking place is very unlikely Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc still strongly advises against this Refer to your company s safety procedures when working with optical systems The DR 500 ser
32. right B hand markers while the dB km field displays the attenuation coefficient Attenuation Measurement of an Event Splice Using the Five Markers method the OTDR measures the attenuation of a specific event The five marker method works as follows The left marker A and right marker B are placed on either side of the event as close as possible to the edges of the event without touching the event itself The two outermost markers a and b are used to calculate the Straight line approximation of the fibers on both sides of the event and the fifth marker c is used to locate the Sena of the event The measurement results are displayed in the horizontal information panel The Spl dB field in the information panel displays the attenuation of the event while the Spl km field displays the distance to the event being tested middle marker Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 21 Ano FIBER SOLUTIONS INC Reflective Coefficient Measurement Reflection This marker method is used to measure the reflection coefficient of a specific connector event Place the right EPA EE marker B on the peak of the reflected event Place the left marker A on the base line of the trace directly before the event The measurement results are displayed in th
33. rolling to the desired option and hitting the return key F4 Light Source enables the user to turn the 1310nm or the 1550nm light source on or off Both wavelengths 1310 nm have two transmitting options either CW constant wave 10 29 dBm or 2Khz mode e ON gt CW mode e ON gt 2Khz Mode Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment www afsi us 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 30 Asi FIBER SOLUTIONS INC ul STORAGE Optical connectors on the device should be periodically cleaned to prevent any contamination like dirt or dust It is recommended to use specialized cleaning products to clean optical plugs and ports When charging the DR 500 Series OTDR use the provided AC DC 12V 2Amp adapter The battery will continue to charge whether the unit is powered on or Off A fully charge of a discharged battery will take 3 hours There is a slow discharge when the unit is powered off so it is recommended that the battery be charged every 25 30 days Storage Specifications Before unit is unpacked and opened e Ambient temperature 5 to 40 C e Relative ambient air humidity up to 80 at 35 C After unit is opened e Ambient temperature 10 to 35 C e Relative ambient air humidity up to 80 at 25 C Store in safe area clear of dust acid vapor alkali or gases that could can corrosion TRANSPOR
34. ss D is optimized for long haul applications Along with a wide dynamic range to choose from the unit offers a number of wavelength options for both single mode and multimode applications with single dual tri and quad models available Wavelength options include 850nm 1300nm 1310nm 1550nm and 1625nm The unit is simple to operate and is the perfect installation maintenance and link trouble shooting tool It is the ideal OTDR for either the inexperienced or the experienced technician The unit supports both a manual mode for the expert user which enables parameter setup and an automatic mode for the less experienced user which allows one touch auto run testing The unit utilizes active sync for seamless USB connectivity with desktop software for advanced data analysis and storage capabilities It is fully compliant and compatible with the sor file format outlined in the belcore GR 196 OTDR data standardization document Other optional features offered by this industry leading OTDR include a built in power meter light source and Visual Fault Locator Product Highlights and Key Features e Compact and rugged case e Bellcore sor format compatible ee e USB jump drive compatible for extra storage models available i mA An EE e 9 hours of operation fast charging Li Ion battery e Up to 43dB Dynamic Range e High contrast full color display e Weight less than 1 6 Ibs e User friendly and easy too operate e Four performance classes to e Opti
35. ss F3 Change refindex to change the refraction index value e Use the left right and up down arrows to modify the values E e Press Enter to close the window and save the changes Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA USA 02375 Phone 508 238 7100 Fax 617 507 0784 28 Asa FIBER SOLUTIONS INC COMMUNICATION WITH A PC Compatible PC Software includes the following features e Device operational control features e Trace analysis and PC storage e Enables data transfer to and from the device via the USB port The CD software folder includes the following files and folders e ActiveSync containing the files for Microsoft ActiveSync program e Software Package compatible PC software for controlling the DR 500 series unit data analysis and data storage functionality To Connect the Device to PC software e Switch on the device e Insert a CD into PC disk drive e Install the program Microsoft ActiveSync XP or Mobile Device Center Vista Win7 e Connect the device to PC via the USB A to USB B cable e ActiveSync will propose a partnership when loaded answer NO Transferring Files to PC e Switch on the device e Connect the device to PC via the USB A to USB B cable e Once the unit has established a connection with the PC the DR 500 file Browser will be activated e This Brows
36. together to ensure minimal distance between each marker Marker can be moved separately or all together simultaneously At the top of each marker there is a distance position value in kilometer with respect to the beginning of the optical fiber Zoom Scroll Markers Controls Using Zoom Controls e Enter the trace screen and menu e Press F2 Zoom Scroll to activate the Zoom Scroll mode A magnifying glass icon Se with direction arrows will appear on the screen e Press Enter to choose the desired zoom mode horizontal vertical or both e Use the left right arrows to move the z 5 i Event Traces magnifying glass icon to the area where you Larr Ee races want to adjust the zoom e Use the up down arrows to zoom in or out on the trace Using Scroll Controls Enter the trace screen and menu Press F2 Zoom Scroll to activate the Zoom Scroll mode Press Enter several times to choose the Scroll mode Use the left right and up down arrows to move the trace horizontally or vertically Note The scroll function is only available after zooming In the Zoom Scroll mode the markers are inactive While in the trace window the power button will activate a preview window The visual part of the trace will be marked with a dotted line Press the power button again to hide this window Complete Line of Fiber Optic Test Equipment 2010 Advanced Fiber Solutions Inc All rights reserved V 05 19 Norfolk Ave Easton MA US
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