EXFO AXS-200 User Manual

AXS-200
SharpTester
User Guide
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Contents
Contents
Certification Information ......................................................................................................vii
1 Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTester ......................................................... 1
Main Features .........................................................................................................................1
Power Sources ........................................................................................................................3
Typical Applications ................................................................................................................4
Conventions ............................................................................................................................5
2 Safety Information ....................................................................................... 7
3 Getting Started with Your SharpTester ....................................................... 9
Turning the Unit On and Off ...................................................................................................9
Using Menus and Keypad .....................................................................................................10
Using Online Help .................................................................................................................13
Support ................................................................................................................................13
Opening the Side Doors ........................................................................................................13
Installing the Shoulder Strap Back Plate ................................................................................14
4 Customizing Your SharpTester .................................................................. 15
Setting the Date and Time ....................................................................................................15
Adjusting the Display Settings ..............................................................................................16
Power Management Status ...................................................................................................17
Managing Software Options .................................................................................................18
Putting the Option Files in Your Unit ....................................................................................18
Activating Options ................................................................................................................20
Setting Network Connection Parameters ..............................................................................22
5 Using AXS-200 SharpTester Utilities .......................................................... 23
Copying or Deleting Files and Folders ...................................................................................24
Setting Remote Communication Parameters .........................................................................26
6 Using a Probe on your AXS-200 SharpTester ............................................ 27
Inspecting Fibers ...................................................................................................................27
Setting Probe File Storage Options .......................................................................................28
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Contents
7 Viewing Unit Information ..........................................................................29
About Tab .............................................................................................................................29
Module Tab ...........................................................................................................................29
Application Tab .....................................................................................................................29
Platform Tab .........................................................................................................................29
Memory Tab ..........................................................................................................................30
Components Tab ...................................................................................................................30
8 Maintenance ................................................................................................31
Recharging the Battery .........................................................................................................32
Replacing the Battery ............................................................................................................34
Changing the Module Backplane ..........................................................................................36
Software Mismatch Notification ..........................................................................................38
Managing Software Installations ..........................................................................................41
Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation .............................................................................43
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ....................................................46
9 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................47
Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................................47
LED Statuses .........................................................................................................................48
Contacting the Technical Support Group ..............................................................................51
Transportation ......................................................................................................................52
10 Warranty ......................................................................................................53
General Information .............................................................................................................53
Liability .................................................................................................................................54
Exclusions .............................................................................................................................54
Certification ..........................................................................................................................54
Service and Repairs ...............................................................................................................55
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..........................................................................................56
A Technical Specifications ..............................................................................57
Index .................................................................................................................59
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Certification Information

Certification Information
F.C.C. Information
Electronic test equipment is exempt from Part 15 compliance (FCC) in the United States. However, compliance verification tests are systematically performed on most EXFO equipment.
 Information
Electronic test equipment is subject to the EMC Directive in the European Union. The EN61326 standard prescribes both emission and immunity requirements for laboratory, measurement, and control equipment. This unit has undergone extensive testing according to the European Union Directive and Standards.
CSA Information
This unit is certified by the CSA (certificate number 162451) and was evaluated according to applicable CSA and UL standards (as confirmed by “C-US” mark) as well as applicable IEC standards for use in Canada, the United States, and other countries.
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Certification Information
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Application of Council Directive(s): 73/23/EEC - The Low Voltage Directive
Manufacturer’s Name: EXFO ELECTRO-OPTICAL ENG. Manufacturer’s Address: 400 Godin Avenue, Quebec (Quebec)
Equipment Type/Environment: Industrial Scientific Equipment Trade Name/Model No.: AXS-200 Handheld Modular Platform
Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared:
EN 61010-1:2001 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement,
EN 61326:1997 +A1:1998 +A2:2001 +A3:2003
EN 55022: 1998 +A2: 2003 Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Di sturbance
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive and Standards.
Manufacturer
Signature:
Full Name: Stephen Bull, E. Eng
Position: Vice-President Research and
Address: 400 Godin Avenue, Quebec (Quebec)
Date: October 3, 2007
Development
Canada
Control, and Laboratory Use, Part 1: General Requirements.
Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use - EMC Requirements
Characteristics of Information T echnology Equipment.
89/336/EEC - The EMC Directive
Canada G1M 2K2 (418) 683-0211
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1 Introducing the AXS-200
SharpTester
The AXS-200 SharpTester is a compact handheld modular platform. The unit can be equipped with interchangeable testing modules, each with their own application, that will allow you to perform an array of tests.

Main Features

³ Easy to use one-touch start/stop test key
³ Clear pass/fail assessments
³ Simplified and common user interface for all modules
³ Screen optimized for bright environments
Platform serial number
USB ports
Protective
cap
RJ-45 connector
Probe video connector
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AC adapter/charger connector
Battery compartment
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Main Features
LED indicators
Module ports and
connectors
Note: Ports, connectors and LED indicators on your unit may differ from the
illustration.
Multipurpose anchor point
Stand
Module retaining screw
(under the battery door)
Safety label and module serial number (under the stand)
Quick reference label (on the battery door)
Battery compartment
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Power Sources

Other useful characteristics:
³ Data transfer to a computer
³ Multilingual user interface
³ Comprehensive online help available from each function and Quick
Reference label affixed to back of unit
Power Sources
The module connected to your platform unit operates with the following power sources:
³ AC adapter/charger (connected to standard power outlet—indoor use
only). Compatible car outlet adapter available upon request.
³ One lithium-ion rechargeable battery (automatically take over if you
disconnect the AC adapter/charger). Battery recharge is automatic when the AC adapter/charger is connected.
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Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTester

Typica l A p p l i cations

Typical Applications
You can use the SharpTester for several applications; the applications available depend on which module is attached to the platform. Some of the applications include:
³ Transport/datacom testing
³ Protocol testing
³ Copper access testing
³ Triple-play service (VoIP, IPTV, data) testing
³ Fiber certification
³ Physical-layer testing
³ BER and connectivity testing
³ RFC 2544 performance assurance
³ Ethernet circuit installation and maintenance
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Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTester

Conventions

Conventions
Before using the product described in this manual, you should understand the following conventions:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in component damage. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.
IMPORTANT
Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.
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2 Safety Information

WARNING
Do not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active. Never look directly into a live fiber and ensure that your eyes are protected at all times.
WARNING
Use of controls, adjustments and procedures for operation and maintenance other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or impair the protection provided by this unit.
The AC adapter/charger provided with this unit (40 W/24 V) is specifically designed to work with your AXS-200 SharpTester.
WARNING
Use the AC/DC adapter/charger indoors only.
Any other AC/DC adapter/charger or power source (for example, a car outlet) must output at least 40 W.
CAUTION
When using the AXS-200 while connected to the AC/DC adapter/charger, make sure you do not position the equipment so that it is difficult to disconnect the adapter/charger from the AC mains.
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Safety Information
Equipment Ratings
Tem pe ra tur e
³ Operation
³ Storage
Relative humidity
³ unit
³ AC adapter
a
³ -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
³ -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
³ 0 % to 93 % non-condensing
³ 0 % to 80 % non-condensing
Maximum operation altitude 2000 m (6562 ft)
Pollution degree
³ 2 (when powered by AC adapter or battery,
for indoor use)
³ 3 (when powered by battery, for outdoor
use)
Measurement (installation) category II
Power supply rating
³ external AC adapter
(except AXS-600 series)
³ external AC adapter
(for AXS-600 series)
³ rechargeable batteries
a. Measured in 0 °C to 31 °C (32 °F to 87.8 °F) range, decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F).
b. Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage.
b
³ Input: 100 Vac to 240 Vac (50 Hz/60 Hz)
rated current 1.8 A
³ Output: 24 Vdc, 2.5 A
³ Input: 100 Vac to 240 Vac (50 Hz/60 Hz)
rated current 1.1 A
³ Output: 24 Vdc, 2.2 A
³ Output: 10.8 Vdc
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3 Getting Started with Your
SharpTester

Turning the Unit On and Off

When you turn the unit on, you may use it immediately under normal conditions.
When the unit is turned off, it keeps the following parameters in its internal memory:
³ Test parameters
³ User-defined thresholds
³ Regional, LCD, and energy-saving settings
³ Saved test results
There are two ways to turn off the AXS-200
³ Suspend: the next time you turn your unit on, you will quickly return to
your work environment.
³ Shutdown: completely cuts power to the unit; the unit will perform a
complete restart routine the next time you use it. You should perform a shutdown if you do not intend to use your unit for a week or more.
To turn the unit on:
Press . The unit initializes for a few seconds and displays the Home pane.
To enter the suspend mode:
Hold down the key for about two seconds. Release the key as soon as you hear a beep.
To perform a shutdown:
Hold down the key for about five seconds. You will hear a first beep; release the key after you hear a second beep.
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Getting Started with Your SharpTester

Using Menus and Keypad

Using Menus and Keypad
You can access various tools from the keypad or menu. Menu options may differ depending on your unit configuration.
Title Bar
Synchronization
Current module or platform application
Battery status and AC adapter/charger status
Current time
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Protective cap
Scrolls through
available functions
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Using Menus and Keypad
LED indicators (functions will change according to module)
Screen
Activates the function displayed directly above
To scroll through menu items (four arrow keys)
To cancel/exit current function
To start (or stop) an acquisition
To adjust brightness (five levels) To turn unit on/off
Battery Status LED Power LED
Alphanumeric keypad
To select an option, validate entries, activate a pane.
To access the Home pane
To access help about current function
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Getting Started with Your SharpTester
Using Menus and Keypad
The Home menu is where you can access either the various elements for your module or the system itself.
³ To navigate through the items, use the arrow keys.
³ To confirm a choice or enter a menu, press .
³ To cancel an action or return to the previous item or pane, press .
³ To return to the home pane, press .
Note: You can also select an option directly by pressing the corresponding
number on the keypad.
To activate F1/F2/F3 functions:
1. Use the left/right function arrows (on each side of the F1 and F3 keys)
to make the desired function or parameter visible.
2. Press the F1, F2, or F3 key located just below the tab or function you want to access.
To access and modify on-screen parameters:
1. Use the arrows to select an on-screen item (pop up editors).
2. Press to activate or open it.
3. Use either the arrow buttons or the keypad to modify the value as
desired.
4. Confirm your modification with the key.
To enter text or numbers with the on-screen keyboard:
³ Press the key corresponding to the character you want to enter. Press
more than once to access the other available characters on the key. You can also use the up and down arrow keys on the keypad.
³ Use the right arrow to proceed to the next character, or the left arrow
to erase the previous character, and then press to validate your entry.
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Using Online Help

Using Online Help
Online help is available at any time. Most test operations pause while you view help, but will resume automatically when you exit help.
To access help about the current function at any time:
Press the ? key.

Support

If you need assistance, contact EXFO's technical support. Look at the back of the unit for phone numbers.

Opening the Side Doors

Your SharpTester was designed with side doors to protect the connector ports from dirt and water.
To open the side doors:
Simply pull the flap open.
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