Extech LED Operating Manual

Quick Guide

LED and Laser Light Sources

LED Models: 850 OWL, 1300 OWL, & DUAL OWL
LASER Models: 1310 OWL, 1550 OWL, & LASER OWL

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Extech LED or LASER light source. Light
sources emit light at a certain wavelength in nanometers (nm), which is detected at the
other end of a fiber by a photo detector calibrated to the same wavelength. The center
wavelength of the light source is measured at the point of peak intensity. Light sources
emit a range of wavelengths, not just one. The difference between the lowest and the
highest frequency of light is called the spectral width. For practical purposes, spectral
width is measured at Full Width-Half Maximum (FWHM); the width (Full Width) is
measured at the point exactly halfway between zero power and peak power (Half
Maximum). Careful use of this source will provide years of reliable service.

EXTECH INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION warrants the basic instrument to be free of
defects in parts and workmanship for one year from date of shipment (a six month limited
warranty applies on sensors and cables). If it should become necessary to return the
instrument for service during or beyond the warranty period, contact the Customer
Service Department at [phone] EXTENSION 210 for authorization or visit

www.extech.com

issued before any product is returned to Extech. The sender is responsible for
shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent damage in transit.
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse,
improper wiring, operation outside of specification, improper maintenance or repair, or
unauthorized modification. Extech specifically disclaims any implied warranties or
merchantability or fitness for a specific purpose and will not be liable for any direct,
indirect, incidental or consequential damages. Extech's total liability is limited to repair or
replacement of the product. The warranty set forth above is inclusive and no other
warranty, whether written or oral, is expressed or implied.

for more information. A Return Authorization (RA) number must be

WARRANTY

Description

1. Source port

2. Source port

3. Toggle select switch

4. Battery status and ON/OFF LED indicators

Note that the DUAL OWL is shown only.

All models have similar ports, switches, and indicators.

Invisible optical LED or Laser radiation present

when power switch is set to the ON position.

Avoid eye & skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation.

Fiber LED: 850nm 0.01mW
Fiber LED: 1300nm 0.01mW
Fiber Laser: 1310nm 0.1mW
Fiber Laser: 1550nm 0.1mW

CE Compliant: 61326-1 and 61010-1

Class I Product (IEC 60825-1)

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Specifications for LED Light Sources

850 OWL

Launch Method LED
Center Wavelength 850 ±20nm
Spectral Width 35nm (FWHM; 850nm)
Output Power -20.0 dBm (62.5µm core)
Initial Accuracy 0.1 dB @25°C
Fiber Type Multimode
Battery Life 40 hrs.
Operating Temp. 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C)
Storage Temp. 32 to 167°F (0 to 75°C)
Battery display Yes
Dimensions 2.75” x 4.94” x 1.28”
(70 x 125 x 32mm)
Weight 3.6 oz. (102g) with battery

1300 OWL

Launch Method LED
Center Wavelength 1300nm
Spectral Width 170nm (FWHM)
Output Power -20.0 dBm (62.5µm core)
Initial Accuracy 0.1 dB @25°C
Fiber Type Multimode
Battery Life 40 hrs.
Operating Temp. 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C)
Storage Temp. 32 to 167°F (0 to 75°C)
Battery display Yes
Weight 5.4 oz. (154g) with battery
Dimensions 2.75” x 4.94” x 1.28”
(70 x 125 x 32mm)

DUAL OWL

The DUAL OWL specifications (above) and the overview (later in this manual) are a
combination of the 850 and 1300 OWLs. Note that the weight of the DUAL OWL is the
same as the weight for the 1300 OWL.

Specifications for Laser Light Sources

1310 OWL

Launch Method FP Laser
Center Wavelength 1310nm ±30nm
Spectral Width 2nm (FWHM)
Output Power -10.0 dBm
1-hour drift 0.05 dB (typical)
12-hour drift 0.05 dB (typical)
Initial Accuracy 0.1 dBm @25°C
Fiber Type Single mode
Battery Life 25 hrs.
Operating Temp. 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C)
Storage Temp. 32 to 167°F (0 to 75°C)
Battery display Yes
Dimensions 2.75” x 4.94” x 1.28”
(70 x 125 x 32mm)
Weight 3.6 oz. (102g) with battery

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1550 OWL

Launch Method FP Laser
Center Wavelength 1550nm ±30nm
Spectral Width 2nm (FWHM)
Output Power -10.0 dBm
1-hour drift 0.04 dB (typical)
12-hour drift 0.06 dB (typical)
Initial Accuracy 0.1 dBm @25°C
Fiber Type Single mode
Battery Life 25 hrs.
Operating Temp. 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C)
Storage Temp. 32 to 167°F (0 to 75°C)
Battery display Yes
Dimensions 2.75” x 4.94” x 1.28”
(70 x 125 x 32mm)
Weight 3.6 oz (102g) with battery

Laser OWL

The Laser OWL specifications (above) and the overview (below) are combinations of the
1310 and 1550 OWLs.

List of available Models

Part Number Description

LE 200 ST 850nm LED Light Source with ST connector
LE 210 ST 1300nm LED Light Source with ST connector
LE 210 SC 1300nm LED Light Source with SC connector
LE 220 ST Dual OWL 850/1300nm LED Light Source with ST connector
LS 300 FC 1310nm LASER Light Source with FC connector
LS 300 SC 1310nm LASER Light Source with SC connector
LS 300 ST 1310nm LASER Light Source with ST connector
LS 310 FC 1550nm LASER Light Source with FC connector
LS 310 SC 1550nm LASER Light Source with SC connector
LS 310 ST 1550nm LASER Light Source with ST connector
LS 320 FC 1310/1550nm LASER Light Source with FC connector
LS 320 SC 1310/1550nm LASER Light Source with SC connector
LS 320 ST 1310/1550nm LASER Light Source with ST connector

Overview of the 850 and DUAL OWLs

The 850 OWL can test multi-mode fiber links such as premise LAN’s and voice PBX’s.
The 850nm LED provides a stable -20dBm output source. The LED indicator confirms
that the source is ON and that the battery has enough power to maintain its calibrated
output power. The Dual OWL can be used to perform dual wavelength testing that
conforms to EIA/TIA testing standards TIA/568-A and TIA/526-14A. The 850 OWL is
equipped with either ST (standard) or SC (additional cost) connectors. In addition, a
1310 or 1550 laser source, instead of a 1300nm LED, can be ordered (lasers are
available in ST, SC or FC connector styles).

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