EXFO FIP-425B, FIP-435B User Manual

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EXFO FIP-425B, FIP-435B User Manual

User Guide

FIP-400B

Fiber Inspection Probe and

ConnectorMax2 Mobile

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The information contained in this publication is subject to change without notice.

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Units of Measurement

Units of measurement in this publication conform to SI standards and practices.

Patents

Feature(s) of this product is/are protected by pending design patents. Version number: 6.0.0.1

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Contents

 

 

Certification Information ........................................................................................................

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1 Introducing the FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe and

 

 

ConnectorMax2 Mobile ................................................................................

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Probe ......................................................................................................................................

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Available Models ....................................................................................................................

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Probe Tips ...............................................................................................................................

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LED Indicators .........................................................................................................................

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ConnectorMax2 Mobile Software ..........................................................................................

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Conventions ............................................................................................................................

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Safety Information .......................................................................................

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Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit .......................................................................................

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Electrical Safety Information .................................................................................................

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3 Setting up Your Fiber Inspection Probe and ConnectorMax2 Mobile .....

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Preparing to Use the Mobile Application ..............................................................................

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Connecting or Disconnecting the Wireless Probe ..................................................................

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Changing the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip ..............................................................................

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Setting up Autonaming ........................................................................................................

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Setting up Identification .......................................................................................................

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Setting up the Increment ......................................................................................................

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Setting Up Auto Capture ......................................................................................................

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Selecting Test Configurations ...............................................................................................

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Modifying the File Format .....................................................................................................

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Selecting the Sharing Application .........................................................................................

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Sharing Data When No Connection Is Available ....................................................................

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Restoring to Default Settings ................................................................................................

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Inspecting Fiber Ends .................................................................................

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Inspecting Fiber Ends ...........................................................................................................

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Saving Files ...........................................................................................................................

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Managing Files .....................................................................................................................

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Analyzing Captures ...............................................................................................................

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Transferring Results With Third-Party Applications ................................................................

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Maintenance ................................................................................................

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General Maintenance ............................................................................................................

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Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ....................................................

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Recharging the Battery .........................................................................................................

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Replacing the Battery ............................................................................................................

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Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................

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Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................................

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Contacting the Technical Support Group ..............................................................................

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Viewing Information About ConnectorMax2 Mobile ...........................................................

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Viewing Online Help .............................................................................................................

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Transportation ......................................................................................................................

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Warranty ......................................................................................................

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General Information .............................................................................................................

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Liability .................................................................................................................................

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Exclusions .............................................................................................................................

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Certification ..........................................................................................................................

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Service and Repairs ...............................................................................................................

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EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..........................................................................................

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Technical Specifications ..............................................................................

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B Fiber Inspection Probe Tip Compatibility Chart .......................................

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Index .................................................................................................................

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Certification Information

Certification Information

North America Regulatory Statement

This unit was certified by an agency approved in both Canada and the United States of America. It has been evaluated according to applicable North American approved standards for product safety for use in Canada and the United States.

Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15, subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003 compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to ensure compliance to the applicable standards.

The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Certification Information

Your unit comes with an internal wireless module and antenna for which the following information applies:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This device complies with the US/Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended operation as described in this user documentation. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the device can be kept as far as possible from the user’s body.

This device does not contain any user-serviceable components. Any unauthorized product changes or modifications will invalidate warranty and all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals.

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Certification Information

European Community Declaration of Conformity

Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Hereby, EXFO declares that the radio equipment type “Wide Band Data Transmission” is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.

An electronic version of the complete declaration of conformity for your product is available on our website at www.exfo.com. Refer to the product’s page on the Web site for details.

The information about the Wi-Fi frequency bands is as follows:

Between the frequencies 2400.0 MHz - 2483.5 MHz. The maximum output power is 15 dBm.

This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies.

In Italy, the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying access to telecommunications and/or network services.

This device may not be used for setting up radio links in France, and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 - 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information, the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.

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1Introducing the FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe and

ConnectorMax2 Mobile

The FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe is a portable video microscope used to inspect fiber ends. Unlike traditional microscopes, the FIP-400B facilitates the examination of patchcord connectors and also hard-to-reach connectors on the back of patch panels and bulkhead adapters.

Probe

The FIP-400B is designed to be an intuitive, easy-to-use piece of equipment. This video microscope is used for inspecting fiber ends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Magnification control

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Capture control

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wi-Fi LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Micro USB adapter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Status LED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connector

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Retaining nut

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery compartment door

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interchangeable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

adapter tips

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Focus

The focus knob can be turned in either direction to focus the image.

The magnification control button allows you to shift between three levels of magnification. When pressed for one second, it activates the auto focus.

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Probe

The capture control button allows you to capture an image, perform an analysis, or return to the Live Video mode.

The retaining nut holds tips securely in place, ensuring they are always fastened in the correct position.

The status LED gives you information about the probe or the analysis results.

The interchangeable adapter tips give you the possibility to use various tips depending on the type of connector you are inspecting.

The micro USB adapter connector recharges the battery of the probe when it is low. You can recharge the battery with the provided USB cable and the adapter/charger that you connect to a power outlet. You can also use the provided USB cable alone that you connect to a USB port of a computer.

When the probe is connected to a power outlet or to a USB port, it still works via Wi-Fi.

The battery compartment door is for battery replacement.

The probe comes equipped with a protective cap that fits over basic tips; therefore, you do not need to remove the tip before putting the cap on.

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Introducing the FIP-400B Fiber Inspection Probe and ConnectorMax2 Mobile

Available Models

Available Models

The features available for your probe are automatically detected when you connect it to your smart device. The table below shows which feature is available for each model.

Models

Inspection

Auto analysis

Auto centering

Auto focus

Auto capture

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FIP-425B

X

X

X

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FIP-435B

X

X

X

X

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: When the internal temperature of the FIP-435B is too low, the probe performs a warm-up that can last up to a minute.

Probe Tips

The FIP-400B comes with two interchangeable tips included in two different packages (UPC or APC). Additional models are also available.

UPC package:

FIPT-400-FC-SC: FC-SC Bulkhead tip

FIPT-400-U25M: Universal patchcord tip (2.5 mm ferrule)

APC package:

FIPT-400-SC-APC: SC APC tip for bulkhead adapter

FIPT-400-U25MA: Universal patchcord tip for 2.5 mm ferrules

Other tip models are available for various bulkhead adapters and patchcord connectors. For more information about tips and their use, see the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip Compatibility Chart on page 85, or visit the EXFO Web site.

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LED Indicators

LED Indicators

The LED located on the probe gives you information about the probe or the analysis results.

Battery LED

Wi-Fi LED

Status LED

Status LED

Status

 

 

 

 

Flashing blue

Processing in progress

 

 

Flashing red

There is a problem with the probe.

 

Follow the instructions on screen.

 

The auto focus is in timeout

 

There is an analysis error

 

 

Blue

The probe is ready and operational

 

 

Red

In Capture mode, current FIP result

 

status is Fail

 

 

Green

In Capture mode, current FIP result

 

status is Pass

 

 

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LED Indicators

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery LED

 

Status

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashing blue

 

USB connected, battery charging

 

 

 

Blue

 

USB connected, battery fully charged

 

 

 

Red

 

Battery error (only visible when

 

 

connected to a USB cable)

 

 

 

Flashing yellow

 

USB connected, battery not charging

 

 

because the battery temperature does

 

 

not allow the battery to charge

 

 

 

Yellow

 

USB not connected, critical battery

 

 

level

 

 

 

Not lit

 

USB not connected, battery above low

 

 

level

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wi-Fi LED

 

Status

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blue

 

Ready to transmit

 

 

Wireless transmission in progress

 

 

 

Red

 

Transmission error

 

 

 

Not lit

 

Probe is off

 

 

OR

 

 

Probe is initializing

 

 

 

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ConnectorMax2 Mobile Software

ConnectorMax2 Mobile Software

ConnectorMax2 Mobile is the application used to view the fiber inspections. You can also use specific test configurations and analyze the fibers automatically upon capturing a picture.

Archive icon

User Preferences

Can be found in the menu button depending on the smart device used.

Auto focus

Battery status

Name of the file resulting from the autonaming

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Conventions

Conventions

Before using the product described in this guide, 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.

Note: The appearance and the orientation (portrait or landscape) of the application may vary depending on the smart device used.

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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

The use of controls, adjustments and procedures, namely for operation and maintenance, other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or impair the protection provided by this unit.

IMPORTANT

When you see the following symbol on your unit

, make sure

that you refer to the instructions provided in your user

 

documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required conditions before using your product.

IMPORTANT

Other safety instructions relevant for your product are located throughout this documentation, depending on the action to perform. Make sure to read them carefully when they apply to your situation.

CAUTION

Do not use the fiber probe outdoors in wet locations.

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Safety Information

Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit

Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit

One or more of the following symbols may also appear on your unit.

Symbol

Meaning

 

 

 

 

 

Direct current

 

 

 

Alternating current

 

 

 

The unit is equipped with an earth (ground) terminal.

 

 

 

The unit is equipped with a protective conductor terminal.

 

 

 

The unit is equipped with a frame or chassis terminal.

 

 

 

On (Power)

 

 

 

Off (Power)

 

 

OR

On/Off (Power)

 

 

 

Fuse

 

 

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Safety Information

Electrical Safety Information

Electrical Safety Information

If you need to ensure that the unit is completely turned off, disconnect the power cable and remove the battery.

WARNING

Use the external electrical power supply indoors only.

Position the unit so that the air can circulate freely around it.

Operation of any electrical instrument around flammable gases or fumes constitutes a major safety hazard.

To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the unit if any part of the outer surface (covers, panels, etc.) is damaged.

Only authorized personnel should carry out adjustments, maintenance or repair of opened units under voltage. A person qualified in first aid must also be present. Do not replace any components while the power cable and battery are connected.

Capacitors inside the unit may be charged even if the unit has been disconnected from its electrical supply.

Use only the listed and certified AC adapter/charger provided by EXFO with your unit. It provides reinforced insulation between primary and secondary, and is suitably rated for the country where the unit is sold.

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Safety Information

Electrical Safety Information

 

Equipment Ratings

 

 

 

 

Temperature

Unit powered by batteries: -10 °C to 40 °C

Operation

(14 °F to 104 °F)

Unit connected to USB adapter: 0 °C to 40 °C

 

 

(32 °F to 104 °F)

Storage

Unit without batteries: -40 °C to 70 °C

 

(-40 °F to 158 °F)

 

Unit with batteries: -20 °C to 60 °C

 

(-4 °F to 140 °F)

 

 

Relative humiditya

unit: 95 % non-condensing

 

USB adapter: 5 % to 95 % for storage and 8 % to 90 %

 

for operating temperature

 

 

Maximum operation altitude

2000 m (6562 ft) (unit connected to USB adapter)

 

3000 m (9843 ft) (unit operated from batteries)

 

 

Pollution degree

2 (unit connected to external power supply)

 

3 (unit operated from batteries)b

Overvoltage category

unit: I

 

AC adapter: II

 

 

Measurement category

Not rated for measurement categories II, III, or IV

 

 

Input powerc

unit: 5 VDC; 1.8 A

 

USB adapter: 100 - 240 Vac; 50 Hz to 60 Hz;

 

0.4 A Max

 

 

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.Equipment must be normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight, precipitation and full wind pressure.

c.Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage.

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3Setting up Your Fiber Inspection Probe and

ConnectorMax2 Mobile

When you receive your wireless probe, and before you start working, you need to download the ConnectorMax2 Mobile application on your smart device. The application is available for smart devices supporting

Android 4.2, mainly Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and 4, as well as Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 with an 8-inch screen.

You can change various settings in ConnectorMax2 Mobile, such as the automated file name or the way you want to share files with third party applications. These settings are kept for future work sessions.

Preparing to Use the Mobile Application

Before you start working with your wireless probe, there are two steps to perform.

You need to install ConnectorMax2 Mobile on your smart device.

IMPORTANT

The ConnectorMax2 Mobile application is available for free in Google Play Store. You need to have a Google account to download the application. For more information, refer to www.google.com.

Once the application is installed, you have to connect your wireless probe by Wi-Fi.

When your wireless probe is connected, it is added to the list of the available probes. It remains available for future tests.

Note: You need to have access to an external Wi-Fi network to install ConnectorMax2 Mobile. The Wi-Fi needs to be set to ON on your smart device.

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Connecting or Disconnecting the Wireless Probe

To install ConnectorMax2 Mobile:

1.Ensure you have access to an Internet connection.

2.Tap the Google Play Store icon.

3.In the Google Play Store (or Play Store) application, search for EXFO or ConnectorMax2 Mobile.

4.Follow the instructions on-screen.

Once the ConnectorMax2 Mobile is installed, you can now activate the wireless probe.

Connecting or Disconnecting the Wireless Probe

When the ConnectorMax2 Mobile is installed on your smart device, you have to connect your wireless probe by Wi-Fi. When your wireless probe is connected it is added to the list of the available probes. It remains available for future tests.

You have to disconnect the probe first if you want to perform the following:

work with another probe

use the probe with another smart device

share files with third-party applications

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Connecting or Disconnecting the Wireless Probe

To connect the wireless probe:

1.Ensure the power saving mode is disabled on your smart device.

2.Turn on the probe by pressing the ON button.

3.Ensure the Wi-Fi is activated on your smart device.

4.Start the ConnectorMax2 Mobile application.

5.Select the wireless probe you want to work with.

Note: When a wireless probe is selected, the 3G, 4G and LTE communications are disabled automatically.

Note: The probes are identified by their serial numbers and type.

Note: The probe can be selected from the Wi-Fi configuration on the smart device.

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Connecting or Disconnecting the Wireless Probe

To disconnect the wireless probe: 1. From the main window, tap .

Note: Depending on the smart device you are using, the application settings can be found in the menu button instead.

2. Select Disconnect probe.

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Changing the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip

Changing the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip

You can use various tips depending on the type of connector you are inspecting. For more information about tips you can use, see the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip Compatibility Chart on page 85, or contact your vendor for additional information.

To change a tip:

1.Untighten the tip’s retaining nut.

2.Remove the tip.

3.Insert a new tip.

4.Adjust the tip to the notch.

5.Retighten the retaining nut.

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Setting up Autonaming

Setting up Autonaming

The autonaming feature is useful to make a relevant naming scheme for your tests. This also ensures that you do not overwrite files by mistake. You can select which item goes in the file name, as well as the type of separator you want to use in between.

A preview is available to show you the final output of the file name.

In Live Video mode, the autonaming parameters can be set. You will only see the parameters for the current and next capture (when the test is done but not saved yet), or for the next capture only (test is not done yet).

Otherwise, the parameters will not be displayed.

In Capture and Archive modes, it is possible to change the name of the file without changing the settings.

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Setting up Autonaming

To configure the automatic file naming:

1. From the main window, tap the at the end of the Identification row.

Note: You can also tap the at the end of the Measurement Name row.

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Setting up Autonaming

2. Select the Autonaming tab.

3. Move the identifiers from the Inactive Identifiers to the Active Identifiers space by tapping . You can remove the identifiers by tapping . You can also move the identifiers with the drag and drop gesture.

Note: Only the identifiers with values are displayed.

4.Under Filename Edition, you can customize the information displayed next to Custom Filename.

Note: You can edit information either with the virtual keyboard or with the microphone. A microphone is part of the virtual keyboard on your smart device.

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Setting up Autonaming

5.If you want to select the separator in the automatic numbering section, tap the line next to Separator.

5a. Navigate through the separators by scrolling through the words that are greyed.

5b. Tap OK to confirm your choice.

6.Tap to confirm your new settings and to return to the main window. The new settings will apply the next time you perform a capture.

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Setting up Identification

Setting up Identification

In order to have information on the tests to be performed, it is possible to customize some fields such as the cable ID, the fiber ID, the location (A and/or B), the Connector ID, or the Frame.

To configure the identification:

1. From the main window, tap the at the end of the Identification row.

Note: You can also tap the at the end of the Measurement Name row.

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