EXFO FTB-9100 User Manual

FTB-9100

Optical Switch for FTB-500

User Guide

Copyright © 2006–2009 EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, be it electronically, mechanically, or by any other means such as photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO).

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Units of Measurement

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

Patents

EXFO’s Universal Interface is protected by US patent 6,612,750.

Version number: 3.0.

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Contents

Copyright Information ............................................................................................................ii

Certification Information ........................................................................................................v

1 Introducing the FTB-9100 Optical Switch ................................................... 1

Main Features .........................................................................................................................1

Basic Switching Principles .......................................................................................................2

Typical Application, OTDR Testing ...........................................................................................3

Conventions ............................................................................................................................4

2 Getting Started with Your Optical Switch .................................................. 5

Inserting and Removing Test Modules ....................................................................................5

Starting the Optical Switch Application ................................................................................10

Exiting the Application .........................................................................................................13

3 Operating the Optical Switch .................................................................... 15

Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) .........................................................................16

Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers ...............................................................................17

Optimizing the Application for Repeatability ........................................................................19

Selecting Configurations .......................................................................................................20

Saving and Recalling Configurations .....................................................................................21

4 Maintenance ............................................................................................... 23

Cleaning Fixed Connectors ....................................................................................................24

Cleaning EUI Connectors ......................................................................................................26

Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ....................................................28

5 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 29

Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................................29

Obtaining Online Help ..........................................................................................................30

Contacting the Technical Support Group ..............................................................................31

Transportation ......................................................................................................................32

6 Warranty ..................................................................................................... 33

General Information .............................................................................................................33

Liability .................................................................................................................................34

Exclusions .............................................................................................................................34

Certification ..........................................................................................................................34

Service and Repairs ...............................................................................................................35

EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..........................................................................................36

A Technical Specifications ............................................................................. 37

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Contents

B SCPI Command Reference ..........................................................................39

Quick Reference Command Tree ...........................................................................................40

Product-Specific Commands—Description ............................................................................41

Index .................................................................................................................61

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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.

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Certification Information

Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC - The Low Voltage Directive

2004/108/EC - The EMC Directive

And their amendments Manufacturer’s Name: EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 400 Godin Avenue Quebec, Quebec

Canada, G1M 2K2 (418) 683-0211 Equipment Type/Environment: Test & Measurement / Industrial Trade Name/Model No.: FTB-9100

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Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared:

EN 61010-1:2001 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement,

Control, and Laboratory Use, Part 1: General Requirements.

EN 61326-1:2006 Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory

Use - EMC Requirements – Part 1: General requirements

EN 60825-1:1994 +A2:2001 +A1:2002

Safety of laser products – Part 1: Equipment classification, requirements, and user’s guide

EN 55022: 1998 +A2: 2003 Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance

characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement

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

Development

Address: 400 Godin Avenue, Quebec (Quebec),

Canada, G1M 2K2

Date: January 09, 2009

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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1 Introducing the FTB-9100

Common port

FTB-9100

OPTICAL SWITCH

COMMON

Optical Switch

Main Features

The FTB-9100 Optical Switch provides highly accurate and repeatable fiber-to-fiber switching for the FTB-500 test modules.

Note: Actual connectors may differ from the illustration.

The Optical Switch enhances test performances by

³ minimizing downtime

³ automating the testing process

³ reducing manual intervention in ribbon or multifiber testing

³ enabling remote testing on multiple fibers

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Introducing the FTB-9100 Optical Switch

Switch ports

Common port

1 x N Optical Switch Principle

Basic Switching Principles

The FTB-9100 Optical Switch supports local control (via the ToolBox software) and remote control (through GPIB, RS-232, or Ethernet TCP/IP using SCPI commands or the provided LabVIEW drivers). For more information, refer to the FTB-500 user guide.

Basic Switching Principles

The switch ports of 1 x N optical switches are numbered on the front panel, while the common port is identified as such.

These switches are bidirectional. This means that the optical signal can either enter through the common port and be directed toward any switch port, or enter through any switch port and then be directed toward the common port.

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Introducing the FTB-9100 Optical Switch

FTB-9100

OPTICAL SWITCH

COMMON

SM OTDR

Patchcord

Fibers under test

Typical Application, OTDR Testing

You can use your switch to test several fibers with an OTDR without having to connect and disconnect them before each acquisition.

For more information, refer to the EXFO OTDR user guide.

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Introducing the FTB-9100 Optical Switch

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 Getting Started with Your

Optical Switch

CAUTION

Your Optical Switch contains sensitive precision optical components. To ensure reliable, long-term service, observe proper handling and operating instructions. At no time should the module be subject to shock or impact.

Inserting and Removing Test Modules

CAUTION

Never insert or remove a module while the FTB-500 is turned on. This will result in immediate and irreparable damage to both the module and unit.

WARNING

When the laser safety LED ( ) is flashing on the FTB-500, at least one of your modules is emitting an optical signal. Please check all modules, as it might not be the one you are currently using.

To insert a module into the FTB-500:

1. Exit ToolBox and turn off your unit.

2. Position the FTB-500 so that its right panel is facing you.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Protruding

edges on top

Identification sticker

facing up

Connector pins at the back

Retaining screw

hole at the

back

FTB-500 right panel

Inserting and Removing Test Modules

3. Take the module and place it so that the connector pins are at the back, as explained and shown below.

Identification sticker must be facing up and connector pins at the right of the retaining screw hole.

4. Insert the protruding edges of the module into the grooves of the receptacle’s module slot.

5. Push the module all the way to the back of the slot, until the retaining screw makes contact with the receptacle casing.

6. Place the FTB-500 so that its left panel is facing you.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Turn retaining screw knob

clockwise

FTB-500 left panel

Inserting and Removing Test Modules

7. While applying slight pressure to the module, turn the retaining screw clockwise until it is tightened.

This will secure the module into its “seated” position.

When you turn on the unit, the startup sequence will automatically detect the module.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Turn retaining screw knob(s)

counterclockwise

FTB-500 left panel

Inserting and Removing Test Modules

To remove a module from the FTB-500:

1. Exit ToolBox and turn off your unit.

2. Position the FTB-500 so that the left panel is facing you.

3. Turn the retaining screw counterclockwise until it stops.

The module will be slowly released from the slot.

4. Place the FTB-500 so that the right panel is facing you.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Inserting and Removing Test Modules

5. Hold the module by its sides or by the handle (NOT by the connector) and pull it out.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Starting the Optical Switch Application

Your FTB-9100 Optical Switch module can be configured and controlled from its dedicated ToolBox application.

Note: For details about ToolBox, refer to the FTB-500 user guide.

To start the application:

1. From the main window, select the module to use.

It will turn blue to indicate that it is highlighted.

2. Click the corresponding button in the Module Applications box.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Function bar

Control

Center

Title bar

Status bar

Data

display

Starting the Optical Switch Application

The main window (shown below) contains all the commands required to control the Optical Switch:

Note: You can also control the switch directly from ToolBox’s OTDR application,

as explained in the OTDR user guide.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Optical signal

path

Common or

input port

Output port

(including port

number)

Current date and time

Local: Module controlled locally only.

Remote: Module controlled remotely, but local

commands can also be used (some products only).

Lockout: Module controlled remotely only.

Battery indicator

Control mode

Starting the Optical Switch Application

Data Display

Status Bar

The status bar, located at the bottom of the main window, identifies the operational status of the FTB-9100 Optical Switch.

For more information about automating or remotely controlling the FTB-9100 Optical Switch, refer to your platform user guide.

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Getting Started with Your Optical Switch

Exiting the Application

Closing any application that is not currently being used helps freeing system memory.

To close the application from the main window:

Click in the top right corner of the main window.

Click the Exit button located at the bottom of the function bar.

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3 Operating the Optical Switch

Before using the FTB-9100 Optical Switch in a test setup, you must first connect the ports to other test components and select a switching configuration.

Note: You can configure your switch before connecting it to your test setup.

CAUTION

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Operating the Optical Switch

Bare metal

(or blue border)

indicates UPC

option

Green border

indicates APC

option

2 3 4

Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI)

The EUI fixed baseplate is available for connectors with angled (APC) or non-angled (UPC) polishing. A green border around the baseplate indicates that it is for APC-type connectors.

To install an EUI connector adapter onto the EUI baseplate:

1. Hold the EUI connector adapter so the dust cap opens downwards.

2. Close the dust cap in order to hold the connector adapter more firmly.

3. Insert the connector adapter into the baseplate.

4. While pushing firmly, turn the connector adapter clockwise on the

baseplate to lock it in place.

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Operating the Optical Switch

Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers

IMPORTANT

To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings:

³ Always inspect fiber ends and make sure that they are clean as

explained below before inserting them into the port. EXFO is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling.

³ Ensure that your patchcord has appropriate connectors. Joining

mismatched connectors will damage the ferrules.

To connect the fiber-optic cable to the port:

1. Inspect the fiber using a fiber inspection microscope. If the fiber is

clean, proceed to connecting it to the port. If the fiber is dirty, clean it as explained below.

2. Clean the fiber ends as follows:

2a. Gently wipe the fiber end with a lint-free swab dipped in isopropyl

alcohol.

2b. Use compressed air to dry completely.

2c. Visually inspect the fiber end to ensure its cleanliness.

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Operating the Optical Switch

Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers

3. Carefully align the connector and port to prevent the fiber end from touching the outside of the port or rubbing against other surfaces.

If your connector features a key, ensure that it is fully fitted into the port’s corresponding notch.

4. Push the connector in so that the fiber-optic cable is firmly in place, thus ensuring adequate contact.

If your connector features a screwsleeve, tighten the connector enough to firmly maintain the fiber in place. Do not overtighten, as this will damage the fiber and the port.

Note: If your fiber-optic cable is not properly aligned and/or connected, you will

notice heavy loss and reflection.

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Operating the Optical Switch

Optimizing the Application for Repeatability

The optimization for repeatability ensures better accuracy in positioning the light path when switching.

³ With optimization activated, every time a switching occurs, the switch

mechanism returns to the “no continuity” (Off) position before aligning to a new channel position. This option provides better precision, but with slower switching.

³ With optimization deactivated, the switch mechanism goes directly to

the new channel position. This option provides faster switching, but with less precision.

To optimize switching for repeatability:

1. In the main window, select the Settings function tab.

2. Press the Optimize for Repeatability button. The light indicator on the

button will turn bright green to indicate optimization is active.

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Operating the Optical Switch

Selecting Configurations

The different configurations available for your switch allow you to access a number of switch possibilities.

To select configurations:

1. Set the Continuity switch to the On or Off position, depending on

whether or not you want the light signal to pass through the optical switch.

2. In the Output Port Selection panel, select the port through which you want to direct the light.

Note: You can change the output port at any time, and as many times as you

want. You cannot preset output switch port activation sequences You must activate each port manually.

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Operating the Optical Switch

To save parameters being used just before shutting down, overwriting the previous file.

To always use the last saved parameters when starting.

Saving and Recalling Configurations

Once you have set the FTB-9100 Optical Switch parameters, you can save your custom configuration and recall it at any time. You can also recall the factory-defined settings.

Saved configurations include all parameters set in the Control Center (Instrument function tab) and in the Settings function tab (if present).

To save a configuration:

1. Select the Configuration function tab.

2. Under Current Module Configuration, enter the name you want to

use for your configuration file.

It will be saved in D:\ToolBox\Configuration Files\(your_module)\.

3. Click Save.

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Operating the Optical Switch

Saving and Recalling Configurations

To recall a configuration:

1. Select the Configuration function tab.

2. Click Open.

3. Select the configuration file you want to recall and confirm your action.

You will return to your application and the new parameters will be set.

To revert to factory settings:

1. Select the Configuration function tab.

2. Click the Reset Module to Factory Settings button.

Reverting to the factory settings will interrupt any module operation in progress.

The operation may take a few seconds to complete.

IMPORTANT

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4 Maintenance

To help ensure long, trouble-free operation:

³ Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them and clean

them if necessary.

³ Keep the unit free of dust.

³ Clean the unit casing and front panel with a cloth slightly dampened

with water.

³ Store unit at room temperature in a clean and dry area. Keep the unit

out of direct sunlight.

³ Avoid high humidity or significant temperature fluctuations.

³ Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.

³ If any liquids are spilled on or into the unit, turn off the power

immediately and let the unit dry completely.

Use of controls, adjustments, and procedures for operation and maintenance other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

WARNING

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Maintenance

Cleaning Fixed Connectors

Regular cleaning of connectors will help maintain optimum performance. Do not try to disassemble the unit. Doing so would break the connector.

To clean fixed connectors:

1. Fold a lint-free wiping cloth in four to form a square.

2. Moisten the center of the lint-free wiping cloth with only one drop of

isopropyl alcohol.

Alcohol may leave traces if used abundantly. Avoid contact between the tip of the bottle and the wiping cloth, and do not use bottles that distribute too much alcohol at a time.

3. Gently wipe the connector threads three times with the folded and moistened section of the wiping cloth.

IMPORTANT

Isopropyl alcohol takes approximately ten seconds to evaporate. Since isopropyl alcohol is not absolutely pure, evaporation will leave microscopic residue. Make sure you dry the surfaces before evaporation occurs.

4. With a dry lint-free wiping cloth, gently wipe the same surfaces three times with a rotating movement.

5. Throw out the wiping cloths after one use.

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Maintenance

Cleaning Fixed Connectors

6. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol.

IMPORTANT

Alcohol may leave traces if used abundantly. Avoid contact between the tip of the bottle and the cleaning tip, and do not use bottles that distribute too much alcohol at a time.

7. Slowly insert the cleaning tip into the connector until it reaches the ferrule inside (a slow clockwise rotating movement may help).

8. Gently turn the cleaning tip one full turn.

9. Continue to turn as you withdraw the cleaning tip.

10. Repeat steps 7 to 9, but this time with a dry cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip

provided by EXFO).

Note: Make sure you don’t touch the soft end of the cleaning tip and verify the

cleanliness of the cotton tip.

11. Throw out the cleaning tips after one use.

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Maintenance

Push

Tur n

Pull

Cleaning EUI Connectors

Regular cleaning of EUI connectors will help maintain optimum performance. There is no need to disassemble the unit.

If any damage occurs to internal connectors, the module casing will have to be opened and a new calibration will be required.

To clean EUI connectors:

1. Remove the EUI from the instrument to expose the connector

baseplate and ferrule.

IMPORTANT

2. Moisten a 2.5 mm cleaning tip with one drop of isopropyl alcohol (alcohol may leave traces if used abundantly).

3. Slowly insert the cleaning tip into the EUI adapter until it comes out on the other side (a slow clockwise rotating movement may help).

4. Gently turn the cleaning tip one full turn, then continue to turn as you withdraw it.

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Cleaning EUI Connectors

5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 with a dry cleaning tip.

Note: Make sure you don’t touch the soft end of the cleaning tip.

6. Clean the ferrule in the connector port as follows:

6a. Deposit one drop of isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free wiping cloth.

IMPORTANT

Isopropyl alcohol may leave residues if used abundantly or left to evaporate (about 10 seconds).

Avoid contact between the tip of the bottle and the wiping cloth, and dry the surface quickly.

6b. Gently wipe the connector and ferrule.

6c. With a dry lint-free wiping cloth, gently wipe the same surfaces to

ensure that the connector and ferrule are perfectly dry.

6d. Verify connector surface with a portable fiber-optic

microscope(for example, EXFO’s FOMS) or fiber inspection probe(for example, EXFO’s FIP).

Maintenance

WARNING

Verifying the surface of the connector WHILE THE UNIT IS ACTIVE WILL result in permanent eye damage.

7. Put the EUI back onto the instrument (push and turn clockwise).

8. Throw out cleaning tips and wiping cloths after one use.

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Maintenance

Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)

Recycle or dispose of your product (including electric and electronic accessories) properly, in accordance with local regulations. Do not dispose of it in ordinary garbage receptacles.

This equipment was sold after August 13, 2005 (as identified by the black rectangle).

³ Unless otherwise noted in a separate agreement between EXFO and a

customer, distributor, or commercial partner, EXFO will cover costs related to the collection, treatment, recovery, and disposal of end-of-lifecycle waste generated by electronic equipment introduced after August 13, 2005 to an European Union member state with legislation regarding Directive 2002/96/EC.

³ Except for reasons of safety or environmental benefit, equipment

manufactured by EXFO, under its brand name, is generally designed to facilitate dismantling and reclamation.

For complete recycling/disposal procedures and contact information, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle.

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5 Troubleshooting

Solving Common Problems

Problem Possible cause Recommended action

Insertion loss higher than expected.

Poor repeatability. Optical source is

No optical continuity. Switch is off. Set the Continuity switch

Dirty optical connectors.

Improper wavelength selected on other instruments

unstable.

— Select Optimize for

Clean all optical connectors.

Switch to the correct wavelength on all instruments being used.

Wait for source to stabilize.

Repeatability.

to On.

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Troubleshooting

Obtaining Online Help

An online version of the FTB-9100 Optical Switch user guide is conveniently available at all times from the application.

Note: You will also find a printable PDF version on your installation CD.

To access online help:

Click the Help button on the function bar.

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Troubleshooting

Ver.

Mfg. date

P/N

S/N

Made in Canada QST442B

465 Godin Avenue Vanier (Quebec) G1M 3G7 CANADA

**************** A

January 2020

542392-3D

FTB-9100-01-12-B-92-XX

FTB-9100-01-12-X-XX

Fiber type

Connector type

Input connector

Singlemode fiber

MTP/APC output connector

Contacting the Technical Support Group

To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is available to take your calls from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern Time in North America).

For detailed information about technical support, visit the EXFO Web site at

www.exfo.com.

To accelerate the process, please have information such as the name and the serial number (see the product identification label—an example is shown below), as well as a description of your problem, close at hand.

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Troubleshooting

Transportation

You may also be requested to provide software and module version numbers. This information, as well as technical support contact information, can be found in the About function tab.

³ Select the Technical Support tab to view phone numbers and active

³ Select the Module Information tab to view the module identification,

Internet links to EXFO’s Technical Support Group. Use these links to send an information request by e-mail or to access EXFO’s web site.

serial number and firmware version.

Transportation

Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit. Transportation damage can occur from improper handling. The following steps are recommended to minimize the possibility of damage:

³ Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping.

³ Avoid high humidity or large temperature fluctuations.

³ Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.

³ Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations.

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6 Warranty

General Information

EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use.

During the warranty period, EXFO will, at its discretion, repair, replace, or issue credit for any defective product, as well as verify and adjust the product free of charge should the equipment need to be repaired or if the original calibration is erroneous. If the equipment is sent back for verification of calibration during the warranty period and found to meet all published specifications, EXFO will charge standard calibration fees.

The warranty can become null and void if:

³ unit has been tampered with, repaired, or worked upon by

unauthorized individuals or non-EXFO personnel.

³ warranty sticker has been removed.

IMPORTANT

³ case screws, other than those specified in this guide, have been

removed.

³ case has been opened, other than as explained in this guide.

³ unit serial number has been altered, erased, or removed.

³ unit has been misused, neglected, or damaged by accident.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL EXFO BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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Warranty

Liability

EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items to which the product is connected or the operation of any system of which the product may be a part.

EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from improper usage or unauthorized modification of the product, its accompanying accessories and software.

Exclusions

EXFO reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of its products at any time without incurring obligation to make any changes whatsoever on units purchased. Accessories, including but not limited to fuses, pilot lamps, batteries and universal interfaces (EUI) used with EXFO products are not covered by this warranty.

This warranty excludes failure resulting from: improper use or installation, normal wear and tear, accident, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature, causes external to the product or other factors beyond the control of EXFO.

IMPORTANT

EXFO will charge a fee for replacing optical connectors that were damaged due to misuse or bad cleaning.

Certification

EXFO certifies that this equipment met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory.

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Warranty

Service and Repairs

EXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years following the date of purchase.

To send any equipment for service or repair:

1. Call one of EXFO’s authorized service centers (see EXFO Service

Centers Worldwide on page 36). Support personnel will determine if the equipment requires service, repair, or calibration.

2. If equipment must be returned to EXFO or an authorized service center, support personnel will issue a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number and provide an address for return.

3. If possible, back up your data before sending the unit for repair.

4. Pack the equipment in its original shipping material. Be sure to include

a statement or report fully detailing the defect and the conditions under which it was observed.

5. Return the equipment, prepaid, to the address given to you by support personnel. Be sure to write the RMA number on the shipping slip. EXFO

will refuse and return any package that does not bear number.

Note: A test setup fee will apply to any returned unit that, after test, is found to

meet the applicable specifications.

After repair, the equipment will be returned with a repair report. If the equipment is not under warranty, you will be invoiced for the cost appearing on this report. EXFO will pay return-to-customer shipping costs for equipment under warranty. Shipping insurance is at your expense.

Routine recalibration is not included in any of the warranty plans. Since calibrations/verifications are not covered by the basic or extended warranties, you may elect to purchase FlexCare Calibration/Verification Packages for a definite period of time. Contact an authorized service center (see EXFO Service Centers Worldwide on page 36).

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Warranty

EXFO Service Centers Worldwide

If your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center.

EXFO Headquarters Service Center

400 Godin Avenue Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 CANADA

EXFO Europe Service Center

Omega Enterprise Park, Electron Way Chandlers Ford, Hampshire S053 4SE ENGLAND

EXFO China Service Center/ Beijing OSIC

Beijing New Century Hotel Office Tower, Room 1754-1755 No. 6 Southern Capital Gym Road Beijing 100044 P. R . C H I N A

1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada) Tel.: 1 418 683-5498 Fax: 1 418 683-9224

quebec.service@exfo.com

Tel.: +44 2380 246810 Fax: +44 2380 246801

europe.service@exfo.com

Tel.: +86 (10) 6849 2738 Fax: +86 (10) 6849 2662

beijing.service@exfo.com

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A Technical Specifications

NOTES

a. All specifications are for a temperature of 23 °C (73 °F) with an SC/PC connector unless

otherwise specified.

b. MTP connectors are sensitive to dirt. Protection and cleanup before and after each use is recommended.

c. Typical insertion loss per module, excluding connectors, measured at singlemode wavelengths

of 1310 nm and 1550 nm.

d. Typical backreflection measured at singlemode wavelengths of 1310 nm and 1550 nm,

excluding connectors.

e. Typical repeatability values for 100 cycles per switch module at a constant temperature for

1 hour with a stabilized source/power meter at singlemode wavelengths of 1310 nm and 1550 nm.

f. Typical.

g. Configuration 54–SC/ PC is offered for singlemode or multimode fiber types.

h. Configuration 8 8-SC/APC is offered for singlemode fiber types only.

i. Configuration E-2000 is offered for singlemode fiber types only.

SPECIFICATIONS

FTB-85102 FTB-8510-12 FTB-8510-2

Ports Gigabit Ethernet Two 10/100Base-T Two 10/100B ase-T Two 10/100Base-T and two

and one Gigabit Ethernet Connector types RJ-45 (ISO 8877) RJ-45 (ISO 8877) and LC RJ-45 (ISO 8877) and LC Connect speed (Mb/s) 10/100 10/100/1000 10/100/1000 Duplex mode Full/half-duplex Full/half-duplex Full/half-duplex

auto-negotiation auto-negotiation auto-negotiation Maximum port capacity (Mb/s) 200 (bidirectional) 2000 (bidirectional) 2000 (bidirectional) Ethernet testing R FC 254 4 RFC 2544 RFC 2544

RFC 1242 RFC 1242 RFC 1242

SPECIFICATIONS

Model FTB-9100-01-12-B-XX FTB-9100-01-12-B-92-XX FTB-9100-01-12-B-92-XX

Singlemode Singlemode Multimode Number of channels 1x12 1x12 1x12 Connector type SC/PC (54), E-2000/ PC (95) MTP/APC SC/ PC (5 4)

SC/APC (8 8), E-2000/APC (96) (female connector)

Insertion lossc(dB) 0.7 0.9 0.5 Backreflection

(dB) —40 (PC) —55 —24

—55 (AP C) Repeatabilitye(dB) ± 0.03 ± 0.03 ± 0.03 Operating wavelengths (nm) 1290 to 1650 1290 to 1650 780 to 1350 Polarization dependent loss (dB) 0.05

0.05

— Crosstalk (dB) —80 —80 —80 Switch life 10 million cycles minimum (excluding connector cycles) Maximum optical input power 24 dBm 24 dBm 24 dBm

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Temperature

operating 10 °C to 4 0 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)

storage —20 °C to 60 °C (–4 °F to 140 °F) Relative humidity 8 0 % max. non-condensing Size (H xWxD) 96mmx51mmx260mm (3

in x 2 in x 10

in)

Weight 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)

IMPORTANT

The following technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com.

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B SCPI Command Reference

FTB-500 backplane identification number

Instrument slot number:

This appendix presents detailed information on the commands and queries supplied with your FTB-9100 Optical Switch.

IMPORTANT

Since the FTB-500 can house many instruments, you must explicitly specify which instrument you want to remotely control.

You must add the following mnemonic at the beginning of any command or query that you send to an instrument:

LINStrument<LogicalInstrumentPos>: where <LogicalInstrumentPos> corresponds to the identification number of the instrument.

For information on modifying unit identification, refer to your platform user guide.

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Quick Reference Command Tree

Command Param eter (s) P.

ROUTe[1..n] CLOSe 41

OPEN 42

STATe? 43

PAT H C ATal o g? 44

SCAN <Position> 45

SCAN? 47

SCAN ADJust 49

AUTO <AutoAdjust> 50

AUTO? 52

NEXT 54

PREV 55

SYNChronous <Synchronous> 56

SYNChronous? 57

SNUMber? 58

STATus? 59

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Product-Specific Commands—Description

:ROUTe[1..n]:CLOSe

Description This command positions the optical switch to the

reset position. In this position, there is no optical continuity.

*RST has no effect on this command.

Syntax :ROUTe[1..n]:CLOSe

Parameter(s) None

Example(s) ROUT:CLOSE

Notes For all switches except: 1x2, 2x2, and 2x4.

See Also ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN

:ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN?

5, means Input 1 is connected to Output 4 and Input 2 has no continuity.

c) For a 2x2 switch, a number, 1 or 2, where: 1, means BYPASS state. 2, means INSERT state.

ROUT:SCAN? returns 1 ROUT:SCAN 2 ROUT:SCAN? returns 2

ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:PREV ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:NEXT

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:ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:ADJust

Description This command makes the switch mechanism

return to a reference position before aligning to the current position.

This command is an event and has no associated *RST condition or query form.

Syntax :ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:ADJust

Parameter(s) None

Example(s) ROUT:SCAN:ADJ

See Also ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN

:ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:NEXT

position.

This command is an event and has no associated *RST condition or query form.

ROUT:SCAN:NEXT ROUT:SCAN? returns 2

ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN? ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:PREV

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:ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:PREV

Description This command moves the switch to its previous

position.

This command is an event and has no associated *RST condition or query form.

Syntax :ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:PREV

Parameter(s) None

Example(s) ROUT:SCAN 2

ROUT:SCAN:PREV ROUT:SCAN? returns 1

See Also ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN

ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN? ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:NEXT

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Product-Specific Commands—Description

Description This command enables/disables the switch to

Syntax :ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:SYNChronous<wsp><Sync

Parameter(s) Synchronous:

:ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:SYNChronous

change position synchronously or not.

hronous>

The program data syntax for <Synchronous> is defined as a <Boolean Program Data> element. The <Synchronous> special forms ON and OFF are accepted on input for increased readability. ON corresponds to 1 and OFF corresponds to 0.

The <Synchronous> parameter enables or disables the synchronous mode.

1 or ON, enables the synchronous mode for changing position. 0 or OFF, disables the synchronous mode for changing position.

Example(s) ROUT:SCAN:SYNC 0

ROUT:SCAN:SYNC? returns 0 ROUT:SCAN 12 STATUS? returns BUSY (Module busy)

See Also ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN

ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN? ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:SYNChronous?

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:ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:SYNChronous?

Description This query returns a value indicating whether the

switch is changing position synchronously or not.

On *RST, the value of this setting is ON.

Syntax :ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:SYNChronous?

Parameter(s) None

Response Syntax <Synchronous>

Response(s) Synchronous:

The response data syntax for <Synchronous> is defined as a <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element.

The <Synchronous> response represents switching position mode, where:

0, means the module is changing position asynchronously. 1, means the module is changing position synchronously.

See Also ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN

ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN? ROUTe[1..n]:SCAN:SYNChronous

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Product-Specific Commands—Description

Description This query returns a value indicating the

Syntax :SNUMber?

Parameter(s) None

Response Syntax <SerialNumber>

Response(s) SerialNumber:

:SNUMber?

module's serial number

This command is an event and has no associated *RST condition or query form.

The response data syntax for <SerialNumber> is defined as a <STRING RESPONSE DATA> element.

The <SerialNumber> response represents a string containing the modules serial number.

Example(s) SNUM? returns "123456-AB"

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:STATus?

Description This query returns a value indicating the status of

the switch (READY, BUSY, etc.)

This command is an event and has no associated *RST condition or query form.

Syntax :STATus?

Parameter(s) None

Response Syntax <Status>

Response(s) Status:

The response data syntax for <Status> is defined as a <CHARACTER RESPONSE DATA> element.

The <Status> response represents the module state, where:

UNINITIALIZED, means the module is not initialized. INITINPROGRESS, means the module initialization is in progress, READY, means the module is ready, BUSY, means the module is busy, DISCONNECTED, means the module is disconnected,

DEFECTIVE, means the module is defective, and UNCONFIGURED, means the module is not configured.

Example(s) STAT? returns READY (Module is ready.)

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Index

About function tab ..................................... 32

after-sales service ........................................ 31

application

contacting EXFO support from .............. 32

exiting ................................................... 13

main window description ...................... 11

setting up .............................................. 15

starting, single-module.......................... 10

EXFO FTB-9100 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Certification Information

Main Features

Basic Switching Principles

Typical Application, OTDR Testing

Conventions

Inserting and Removing Test Modules

Starting the Optical Switch Application

Exiting the Application

3 Operating the Optical Switch

Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI)

Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers

Optimizing the Application for Repeatability

Selecting Configurations

Saving and Recalling Configurations

4 Maintenance

Cleaning Fixed Connectors

Cleaning EUI Connectors

Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)

5 Troubleshooting

Solving Common Problems

Obtaining Online Help

Contacting the Technical Support Group

Transportation

6 Warranty

General Information

Liability

Exclusions

Certification

Service and Repairs

EXFO Service Centers Worldwide

A Technical Specifications

B SCPI Command Reference

Quick Reference Command Tree

Index