EXFO MAX-710-P User Manual
MAX-700
User Guide
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Contents
Certification Information ....................................................................................................... xi
1 Introducing the MAX-700 ............................................................................. 1
Main Features .........................................................................................................................1
LED Indicators Description ......................................................................................................5
Function Buttons Description ..................................................................................................6
Trace Acquisition Modes .........................................................................................................7
Optional Software Package .....................................................................................................7
Data Post-Processing ..............................................................................................................7
OTDR Basic Principles ..............................................................................................................8
Power Sources ......................................................................................................................10
Conventions ..........................................................................................................................11
2 Safety Information ..................................................................................... 13
Laser Safety Information .......................................................................................................14
Electrical Safety Information .................................................................................................15
3 Getting Started with Your MAX-700 .......................................................... 17
Using the Supports ...............................................................................................................17
Securing Your Unit Using a Kensington Lock ........................................................................18
Installing a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB Devices ..............................................................19
Using the On-Screen (Virtual) Keyboard ................................................................................22
Right-Clicking with the Touchscreen .....................................................................................23
Turning On or Off the Unit ....................................................................................................24
Installing or Upgrading the Applications ..............................................................................28
Activating Software Options .................................................................................................33
Starting Instrument Applications ..........................................................................................38
Timer ....................................................................................................................................39
4 Preparing Your MAX-700 for a Test ........................................................... 41
Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) .........................................................................41
Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers ...............................................................................42
Naming Trace Files Automatically .........................................................................................44
Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check ..................................................................48
Setting Macrobend Parameters .............................................................................................49
5 Testing Fibers in Auto Mode ...................................................................... 51
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6 Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode ..............................................................55
Setting the Autorange Acquisition Time ...............................................................................60
Setting the IOR, RBS Coefficient, and Helix Factor ................................................................61
Setting Distance Range, Pulse Width, and Acquisition Time .................................................63
Enabling the High-Resolution Feature ...................................................................................66
Enabling or Disabling Analysis After Acquisition ...................................................................68
Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds ..................................................................................................70
Setting a Default Span Start and Span End ...........................................................................75
7 Testing Fibers in Fault Finder Mode ...........................................................77
Acquiring Traces in Fault Finder Mode ..................................................................................77
Naming Fault Finder Files Automatically ...............................................................................80
Selecting the Default File Format for the Fault Finder Traces .................................................82
Enabling or Disabling the Confirmation of Fault Finder File Name ........................................84
Enabling or Disabling the Storage Feature ............................................................................86
Enabling or Disabling the First Connector Check for Fault Finder .........................................87
Enabling or Disabling the Touchscreen Keyboard ..................................................................89
Setting Trace Display Parameters ..........................................................................................90
Selecting the Distance Units .................................................................................................92
8 Customizing the OTDR Application ............................................................95
Selecting the Default File Format ..........................................................................................95
Enabling or Disabling File Name Confirmation .....................................................................97
Selecting the Distance Units .................................................................................................99
Customizing the Acquisition Distance Range Values ...........................................................101
Customizing the Acquisition Time Values ...........................................................................103
Enabling or Disabling the Touchscreen Keyboard ................................................................105
Displaying or Hiding the Optional Features ........................................................................106
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9 Analyzing Traces and Events ................................................................... 107
Graph View .........................................................................................................................108
Linear View .........................................................................................................................110
Summary Table ...................................................................................................................112
Events Tab ...........................................................................................................................114
Measure Tab .......................................................................................................................118
Trace Info. Tab ....................................................................................................................118
Displaying the Graph in Full Screen ....................................................................................119
Selecting the Default View ..................................................................................................121
Automatically Displaying the Event Table after Acquisitions ...............................................123
Automatically Zooming in on the Fiber Span ......................................................................124
Using Zoom Controls ..........................................................................................................125
Setting Trace Display Parameters ........................................................................................128
Customizing the Event Table ...............................................................................................130
Displaying or Hiding a Trace ...............................................................................................132
Clearing Traces from the Display .........................................................................................134
Viewing and Modifying Current Trace Settings ...................................................................135
Modifying Events ................................................................................................................140
Inserting Events ..................................................................................................................144
Deleting Events ...................................................................................................................146
Managing Comments .........................................................................................................148
Changing the Attenuation of Fiber Sections .......................................................................150
Setting the Analysis Detection Thresholds ..........................................................................152
Analyzing or Reanalyzing a Trace ........................................................................................155
Analyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber Span .......................................................................157
Enabling or Disabling the Detection of Reflective Ends of Fiber ..........................................158
Swapping Traces .................................................................................................................161
Opening Trace Files .............................................................................................................162
10 Analyzing the Results Manually .............................................................. 167
Selecting the Attenuation and Loss Values that Will Be Displayed ......................................167
Using Markers .....................................................................................................................169
Getting Event Distances and Relative Powers ......................................................................170
Getting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Approximation) ......................................171
Getting Attenuation (Two-Point and Least-Square Approximation) ....................................176
Getting Reflectance ............................................................................................................178
Getting Optical Return Loss (ORL) .......................................................................................179
11 Managing Trace Files from the OTDR Test Application .......................... 181
Saving a Trace in a Different Format ...................................................................................181
OTDR Trace File Compatibility .............................................................................................182
Copying, Moving, Renaming, or Deleting Trace Files ..........................................................184
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12 Creating and Generating Reports ............................................................185
Adding Information to the Test Results ...............................................................................185
Generating a Report ...........................................................................................................187
13 Using the OTDR as a Light Source ............................................................193
14 Setting Up Your Unit .................................................................................197
Adjusting Brightness ...........................................................................................................197
Adjusting Microphone and Headphones Volume ................................................................198
Recalibrating the Touchscreen ............................................................................................202
Enabling or Disabling the Touchscreen Right-Click Feature .................................................205
Customizing the On-Screen Keyboard ................................................................................208
Selecting the Startup Application .......................................................................................210
Configuring Network Printers .............................................................................................212
Selecting the Language of Operation .................................................................................215
Setting Date and Time Formats ...........................................................................................221
Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone ............................................................................224
Configuring the Power Management Options ....................................................................227
Configuring the Internet Options .......................................................................................231
Setting Other Parameters ....................................................................................................231
15 Working with Your Unit ............................................................................233
Printing Documents ............................................................................................................233
Viewing PDF Files ................................................................................................................236
Taking Screen Captures ......................................................................................................237
Setting Storage Parameters for Screen Captures ................................................................240
Reading Audio and Video Files ...........................................................................................244
Installing Adobe Flash Player on Your Unit ..........................................................................246
Browsing the Web ..............................................................................................................248
Accessing Other Tools .........................................................................................................249
16 Using the Optional Built-In Power Meter and VFL ..................................251
17 Inspecting Fibers with a Probe ................................................................253
18 Managing Data .........................................................................................255
Transferring Data via Bluetooth ..........................................................................................258
Connecting to a Wireless Network ......................................................................................266
Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter .......................................................................................271
Enabling or Disabling the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Devices .......................................................276
Transferring Files with the USB Data Mover Application .....................................................278
Using Your Unit as an FTP Server ........................................................................................284
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19 Accessing Your Unit Remotely ................................................................. 287
Working With TightVNC .....................................................................................................288
Configuring TightVNC Server to Start Automatically ...........................................................294
Adding Exceptions to the Firewall ......................................................................................296
20 Maintenance ............................................................................................. 299
Cleaning EUI Connectors ....................................................................................................300
Cleaning Detector Ports ......................................................................................................302
Cleaning the Touchscreen of Your MAX-700 Unit ................................................................303
Recharging the Main Battery ..............................................................................................303
Replacing Batteries .............................................................................................................305
Verifying Your MAX-700 ......................................................................................................309
Recalibrating the Unit .........................................................................................................317
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ..................................................317
21 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 319
Solving Common Problems .................................................................................................319
Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation ...........................................................................324
Contacting the Technical Support Group ............................................................................333
Transportation ....................................................................................................................334
22 Warranty ................................................................................................... 335
General Information ...........................................................................................................335
Liability ...............................................................................................................................336
Exclusions ...........................................................................................................................336
Certification ........................................................................................................................336
Service and Repairs .............................................................................................................337
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ........................................................................................338
A Technical Specifications ........................................................................... 339
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B Description of Event Types ......................................................................341
Span Start ..........................................................................................................................342
Span End ...........................................................................................................................342
Short Fibers .......................................................................................................................342
Continuous Fiber ...............................................................................................................343
End of Analysis ..................................................................................................................344
Non-Reflective Event ..........................................................................................................345
Reflective Event .................................................................................................................346
Positive Event .....................................................................................................................347
Launch Level ......................................................................................................................348
Fiber Section ......................................................................................................................349
Merged Event ....................................................................................................................350
Echo ..................................................................................................................................356
Reflective Event (Possible Echo) .........................................................................................357
Index ...............................................................................................................359
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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
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC – The Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC – The EMC Directive
93/68/EEC – CE Marking
And their amendments
Manufacturer’s Name and Address:
EXFO Inc. EXFO Europe
400 Godin Avenue Omega Enterprise Park, Electron Way
Quebec City, Quebec Chandlers Ford, Hampshire
G1M 2K2 CANADA SO53 4SE ENGLAND
Tel.: +1 418 683-0211 Tel.: +44 2380 246810
Equipment Type/Environment: Test & Measurement / Industrial
Trade Name/Model No.: (Dedicated LAN/WAN/ACCESS/PON OTDRs) / MAX-700 SERIES
Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared:
EN 61010-1:2001 Edition 2.0
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 60825-1:2007 Edition 2.0
Safety of laser products – Part 1: Equipment classification and
requirements
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive and Standards.
Manufacturer:
Stephen Bull, E. Eng
Vice-President Research and Development
400 Godin Avenue,
Quebec City, Quebec
G1M 2K2 CANADA
April 03, 2012
European Community Declaration of Conformity
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1 Introducing the MAX-700
The MAX-700 allows you to characterize a fiber-optic span, usually optical
fiber sections joined by splices and connectors. The optical time domain
reflectometer (OTDR) provides an inside view of the fiber, and can
calculate fiber length, attenuation, breaks, total return loss, and splice,
connector and total losses.
Note: In this documentation, the words “tap” and “double-tap” (related to the
use of a touchscreen) replace the words “click” and “double-click”.
Main Features
Your MAX-700 includes the following:
Multitasking possibilities
Seven-inch color touchscreen (LCD and touchscreen optimized for
outdoor use available as an option)
Two USB 2.0 ports (host)
Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Base-T)
Optional internal Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices
Windows Embedded Standard operating system
Fiber inspection probe port
Optional built-in power meter and VFL
Remote access to your unit (via TightVNC)
Direct Web access from your unit
Possibility to take screen captures
PDF file generator and viewer available from your unit
Easy transfer of files and folders to a USB storage device
Easy updates for applications via Update Manager
Impressive dynamic range with short dead zones
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Introducing the MAX-700
Battery LED
Touchscreen
Front
On/Off button/Power LEDFunction buttons
Main Features
Possible to perform quick acquisitions with low noise levels to enable
accurate low-loss splice location.
Possible to acquire OTDR traces made of up to 256 000 points that
provide a sampling resolution as fine as 4 cm.
Possible to use the OTDR port as a light source.
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Battery compartment
Support Support
Back
Main Features
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Introducing the MAX-700
USB host ports
AC adapter/charger
connector
Fiber inspection probe port
RJ-45 port
Headset/microphone port
Built-in power meter
(optional)
VFL (optional)
Top
Stylus
Internal Wi-Fi/Bluetooth devices
(optional; sticker indicates that
devices are present)
OTDR instrument
(see hereafter for details)
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OTDR port (singlemode)
Active LED
(on when laser is emitting)
OTDR Instrument
Main Features
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Introducing the MAX-700
LED Indicators Description
There are two LED indicators located on the front panel of your unit,
providing you with information about the power and battery statuses.
LED Status Meaning
Green Unit is on.
Green, blinking Unit is in Standby mode.
Off Unit is off or in Hibernation mode.
Green Battery is fully charged.
Green, blinking Battery is charging.
Yellow, blinking Unit is not powered by AC and battery is low.
Red No battery in the unit or battery error.
Off Unit is off or unit is not powered by AC and battery
level is above the “low-battery threshold”.
LED Indicators Description
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Function Buttons Description
Function Buttons Description
Your unit is equipped with function buttons which give you access to
various tools at all times.
The table below shows an overview of their purpose.
Button Meaning
Adjusts screen brightness (5 levels).
Displays the on-screen keyboard
Takes a screen capture (button held down for a few
Enables you to switch from one task to another.
Turns your unit on and off.
For more information on the various ways to turn off your unit,
see Turning On or Off the Unit on page 24.
seconds)
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Introducing the MAX-700
Trace Acquisition Modes
Trace Acquisition Modes
The OTDR application provides the following trace acquisition modes:
Auto: Automatically calculates fiber length, sets acquisition
parameters, acquires traces, and displays event tables and acquired
traces.
Advanced: Offers all the tools needed to perform integral OTDR tests
and measurements and gives you control over all test parameters.
Fault Finder: Rapidly locates fiber ends and displays the length of the
fiber under test. This allows you to perform quick tests without having
to set all the acquisition parameters.
Optional Software Package
An optional software package is offered with the application.
With the optional Auto Diagnostic (AD) software package you can:
Have access to the “linear view”, which displays the events
sequentially, from left to right.
Find macrobends and view the related information.
View the summary table, which gives, for each wavelength, the global
status of the results, the span loss and span ORL values.
Test in Fault Finder mode, to rapidly locate fiber ends.
Data Post-Processing
To view and analyze traces without the MAX-700 use a computer onto
which FastReporter is already installed.
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Introducing the MAX-700
Distance
c
n
---
t
2
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OTDR Basic Principles
OTDR Basic Principles
An OTDR sends short pulses of light into a fiber. Light scattering occurs in
the fiber due to discontinuities such as connectors, splices, bends, and
faults. An OTDR then detects and analyzes the backscattered signals. The
signal strength is measured for specific intervals of time and is used to
characterize events.
The OTDR calculates distances as follows:
where
c = speed of light in a vacuum (2.998 x 10
t = time delay from the launch of the pulse to the reception of the
n = index of refraction of the fiber under test (as specified by the
pulse
manufacturer)
8
m/s)
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Microprocessor
Pulse
generator
Avalanche
photodetector (APD)
Display
Reflections come back
to the OTDR
Set of
instructions
Light pulses
Light pulses
Analog-to-digital
converter (A/D)
Returned signal
Analyzed signal
Laser
diode
Optical
coupler
OTDR
port
Fiber
OTDR Basic Principles
An OTDR uses the effects of Rayleigh scattering and Fresnel reflection to
measure the fiber’s condition, but the Fresnel reflection is tens of
thousands of times greater in power level than the backscatter.
Rayleigh scattering occurs when a pulse travels down the fiber and
small variations in the material, such as variations and discontinuities
in the index of refraction, cause light to be scattered in all directions.
However, the phenomenon of small amounts of light being reflected
directly back toward the transmitter is called backscattering.
Fresnel reflections occur when the light traveling down the fiber
encounters abrupt changes in material density that may occur at
connections or breaks where an air gap exists. A very large quantity of
light is reflected, as compared with the Rayleigh scattering. The
strength of the reflection depends on the degree of change in the index
of refraction.
When the full trace is displayed, each point represents an average of many
sampling points. You will have to zoom to see each point.
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Pow er Source s
Power Sources
Your unit operates with the following power sources:
AC adapter/charger (connected to standard power outlet—indoor use
only). Compatible car outlet adapter available upon request.
One lithium-ion rechargeable battery (automatically takes over if you
disconnect the AC adapter/charger).
Note: When it is connected with the AC adapter/charger, the unit will function
even if the battery is not present.
Possible to switch from AC adapter/charger to battery power or
vice versa without affecting operation.
The battery recharges automatically when the AC adapter/charger
is connected.
Rechargeable battery (for clock). This battery can keep the date and
time for weeks even if AC power and the lithium-ion battery (main
battery) are not connected.
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Introducing the MAX-700
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.
Conventions
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
The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations 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.
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Safety Information
Affixed to bottom panel of unit
Affixed to side panel
of unit
Laser Safety Information
Laser Safety Information
Units with Built-In VFL
Your instrument is a Class 3R laser product in compliance with standards
IEC 60825-1 and 21 CFR 1040.10. It is potentially harmful in direct
intrabeam viewing.
The following label(s) indicate that the product contains a Class 3R source:
Units without VFL
Your instrument is a Class 1M laser product in compliance with standards
IEC 60825-1 and 21 CFR 1040.10. Invisible laser radiation may be
encountered at the output port.
The product is safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation
but it may be hazardous if you use optics within a diverging or collimated
beam. Do not view directly with optical instruments.
The following label(s) indicate that the product contains a Class 1M source:
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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 batteries.
WARNING
Use the external 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 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 AC adapter/charger provided by EXFO with your
unit.
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Safety Information
Electrical Safety Information
Tem pe ra tu re
Operation
Storage
Relative humidity
unit
AC adapter
a
Equipment Ratings
0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
-40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
95 % non-condensing
0 % to 80 % non-condensing
Maximum operation
5000 m (16405 ft)
altitude
Pollution degree 2 (when plugged to AC mains)
3 (when operated from batteries)
b
c
Overvoltage category II
Input power
unit
AC adapter
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. For indoor use only.
c. Equipment is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight, precipitations and full wind
pressure.
d. Not exceeding ± 10 % of the nominal voltage.
d
24 V; 3.75 A
100 - 240 V; 50/60 Hz; 1.6 A
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3 Getting Started with Your
MAX-700
Using the Supports
Your unit has been designed to stand either vertically (with the screen
facing you), or at an angle, using the two supports.
Note: The supports ensure optimum stability to the unit during your tests.
To change the orientation of the unit using the supports:
Pull out the two supports.
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Getting Started with Your MAX-700
Securing Your Unit Using a Kensington Lock
Securing Your Unit Using a Kensington Lock
Your unit is equipped with a security slot to which you can connect an
optional Kensington lock (security cable). You can secure your unit with
this lock to help prevent theft.
To secure your unit:
Connect your lock to the security slot located on the side of your unit.
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