Fluke OF-500-10, OF-500-02, OF-500-03, OF-500-13, OF-500-15 Technical Reference Handbook
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OF-500 OptiFiber®
Certifying OTDR
Technical Reference Handbook
September 2002, Rev. 4 6/06
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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
1 Getting Acquainted ...................................................................................................... 1-1
Overview of Features.................................................................................................... 1-1
Registration................................................................................................................... 1-2
Contacting Fluke Networks .......................................................................................... 1-3
Unpacking ..................................................................................................................... 1-3
Model OF-500-01...................................................................................................... 1-3
Model OF-500-02...................................................................................................... 1-4
Model OF-500-03...................................................................................................... 1-4
Model OF-500-10...................................................................................................... 1-5
Model OF-500-13...................................................................................................... 1-5
Model OF-500-15...................................................................................................... 1-6
Model OF-500-35...................................................................................................... 1-6
Model OF-500-45...................................................................................................... 1-7
Powering the Tester...................................................................................................... 1-8
Charging the Battery ............................................................................................... 1-8
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2 Getting Started Testing Fiber...................................................................................... 2-1
Checking the Battery Status.................................................................................... 1-8
Changing the Language............................................................................................... 1-10
Removing and Installing the Module.......................................................................... 1-10
Verifying Operation ..................................................................................................... 1-10
Basic Features ............................................................................................................... 1-12
Front Panel Features................................................................................................ 1-12
Side and Top Panel Features ................................................................................... 1-14
The HOME Screen .................................................................................................... 1-16
Using the Setup Menus ........................................................................................... 1-18
Checking the Software and Hardware Versions .................................................... 1-20
Using the Online Help ............................................................................................. 1-20
Overview of Memory Features................................................................................ 1-21
Using the Memory Card...................................................................................... 1-21
Using the Internal Memory ................................................................................ 1-22
Using an External Keyboard.................................................................................... 1-22
Setting User Preferences .............................................................................................. 1-24
Changing the Date, Time, and Numeric Formats................................................... 1-24
Changing the Length Units..................................................................................... 1-24
Enabling or Disabling the Save Warning................................................................ 1-24
Adjusting the Display Brightness ............................................................................ 1-24
Using the Power Down Timer ................................................................................. 1-25
Enabling or Disabling the Beeper........................................................................... 1-25
Changing the Logo on the HOME Screen .............................................................. 1-26
Enabling Software Options.......................................................................................... 1-27
About LinkWare and LinkWare Stats Software.......................................................... 1-27
Safety Information ....................................................................................................... 2-1
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Cleaning and Inspecting Fiber Connectors and Adapters........................................... 2-4
Testing Your Reference Test Cords and Launch Fiber................................................. 2-5
General Test Settings.................................................................................................... 2-6
Selecting a Test Mode.............................................................................................. 2-6
Selecting a Fiber Type.............................................................................................. 2-6
Viewing Fiber Properties ......................................................................................... 2-7
Selecting a Test Limit ............................................................................................... 2-7
Viewing Test Limits .................................................................................................. 2-8
If the Test Limit or Fiber Type is Not Valid with the Test....................................... 2-8
Entering Job Settings............................................................................................... 2-8
Changing the Index of Refraction........................................................................... 2-10
Tutorial: Preparing to Save Tests.................................................................................. 2-11
Step 1: Creating a List of Sequential Fiber IDs........................................................ 2-11
Step 2: Setting Up a Job Folder ............................................................................... 2-12
Step 3: Entering the Operator Name ...................................................................... 2-12
Step 4: Identifying the Cabling Ends....................................................................... 2-12
Step 5: Setting the Save Warning............................................................................ 2-12
Tutorial: Running an OTDR Test................................................................................... 2-14
Required Equipment................................................................................................ 2-14
Step 1: Selecting Auto OTDR Mode ........................................................................ 2-15
Step 2: Selecting a Fiber Type and Test Limit ......................................................... 2-15
Step 3: Selecting a Wavelength............................................................................... 2-15
Step 4: Testing in the First Direction....................................................................... 2-15
Step 5: Viewing the Results ..................................................................................... 2-17
Step 5: Viewing the Results ..................................................................................... 2-17
Step 6: Saving Results from the First Direction....................................................... 2-17
Step 7: Testing in the Second Direction.................................................................. 2-17
Step 8: Saving Results from the Second Direction.................................................. 2-17
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3 Using the OTDR ............................................................................................................ 3-1
Tutorial: Running a Loss/Length Test .......................................................................... 2-18
Required Equipment................................................................................................ 2-18
Step 1: Selecting Loss/Length Test Mode................................................................ 2-18
Step 2: Selecting a Fiber Type ................................................................................. 2-18
Step 3: Configuring the Loss/Length Test............................................................... 2-19
Step 4: Setting the Reference ................................................................................. 2-19
Step 5: Running the Test ......................................................................................... 2-21
Step 6: Viewing the Results..................................................................................... 2-21
Step 7: Saving the Results........................................................................................ 2-21
Fiber ID Options............................................................................................................ 2-23
Using the Auto Increment Feature ......................................................................... 2-23
Creating a List of Sequential IDs............................................................................. 2-24
About ANSI/TIA/EIA-606-A Fiber IDs ....................................................................... 2-25
Horizontal Link Identifier................................................................................... 2-25
Backbone Cable Identifier .................................................................................. 2-25
Campus Cable Identifier ..................................................................................... 2-26
Using Downloaded Fiber IDs................................................................................... 2-26
Solving Problems with Fiber ID Lists ....................................................................... 2-26
Adding Comments to Test Results............................................................................... 2-28
Setting Up for OTDR Testing ....................................................................................... 3-1
Cleaning the OTDR Connector................................................................................ 3-2
Selecting Auto or Manual OTDR Mode.................................................................. 3-3
About Launch and Receive Fibers........................................................................... 3-3
Compensating for Launch and Receive Fibers................................................... 3-4
Types of Compensation ...................................................................................... 3-4
Setting the Launch Fiber Compensation ........................................................... 3-5
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Settings for OTDR Tests ........................................................................................... 3-10
OTDR Connection Quality ............................................................................................ 3-14
Progress Screen for Extended Test Times (OFTM-573x Modules)............................... 3-16
Running the OTDR Test ................................................................................................ 3-17
Looking at OTDR Test Results....................................................................................... 3-22
Reading the SUMMARY Screen............................................................................... 3-22
Reading the OTDR Trace.......................................................................................... 3-24
Using the Measurement Cursor............................................................................... 3-28
Zooming the Trace................................................................................................... 3-29
Reading the Event Table.......................................................................................... 3-30
Event Types.......................................................................................................... 3-32
Sorting Events...................................................................................................... 3-37
OTDR DETAILS Screens............................................................................................. 3-38
Warning Messages .............................................................................................. 3-38
Attenuation Coefficient...................................................................................... 3-38
ORL (Optical Return Loss).................................................................................... 3-38
Segment Attenuation Coefficient ...................................................................... 3-38
Reflectance .......................................................................................................... 3-38
Bi-Directional Testing ................................................................................................... 3-39
Comparing OTDR Traces............................................................................................... 3-39
Using the Real Time Trace ............................................................................................ 3-44
Using Manual OTDR Mode........................................................................................... 3-46
Diagnosing OTDR Test Failures .................................................................................... 3-51
4 Using the ChannelMap Function ................................................................................. 4-1
Running the Test........................................................................................................... 4-1
ChannelMap Diagram Features.................................................................................... 4-4
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5 Using the FiberInspector Option................................................................................. 5-1
6 Using the Loss/Length Option..................................................................................... 6-1
Using the Probe............................................................................................................ 5-2
FiberInspector Image Examples ................................................................................... 5-6
Getting a Good Image.................................................................................................. 5-7
Using the Core Scale..................................................................................................... 5-8
Overview of Features ................................................................................................... 6-1
About Smart Remotes .................................................................................................. 6-2
Changing the Connector Adapter ............................................................................... 6-2
Cleaning the Loss/Length Connectors ......................................................................... 6-5
Cleaning the OUTPUT Connector............................................................................ 6-5
Cleaning the INPUT Connector ............................................................................... 6-5
Verifying Operation ..................................................................................................... 6-6
Loss/Length Test Settings ............................................................................................. 6-6
About Method B Connections ..................................................................................... 6-13
About Setting the Reference....................................................................................... 6-13
Using Mandrels for Testing Multimode Fiber............................................................. 6-15
Testing in Smart Remote Mode................................................................................... 6-17
Testing in Smart Remote Mode................................................................................... 6-17
Setting the Reference in Smart Remote Mode ...................................................... 6-18
Running the Test in Smart Remote Mode.............................................................. 6-20
Smart Remote Mode Test Results ........................................................................... 6-22
Testing in Loopback Mode........................................................................................... 6-24
Setting the Reference in Loopback Mode.............................................................. 6-26
Running the Test in Loopback Mode...................................................................... 6-28
Loopback Mode Test Results................................................................................... 6-28
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Testing in Far End Source Mode................................................................................... 6-32
Required Equipment................................................................................................ 6-32
Setting the Reference in Far End Source Mode...................................................... 6-34
Running the Test in Far End Source Mode ............................................................. 6-36
Using Auto Wavelength Detection with SimpliFiber Sources
(OFTM-5731 and OFTM-5732 Modules) .................................................................. 6-36
Far End Source Mode Test Results........................................................................... 6-38
Bi-Directional Testing ................................................................................................... 6-40
Bi-Directional Testing in Smart Remote or Loopback Mode.................................. 6-40
Bi-Directional Testing in Far End Source Mode...................................................... 6-40
Diagnosing Loss/Length Test Failures .......................................................................... 6-40
Finding Connections with FindFiber ............................................................................ 6-43
Using FindFiber in Smart Remote Mode................................................................. 6-43
Using FindFiber in Loopback Mode......................................................................... 6-46
7 Using the Visual Fault Locator ..................................................................................... 7-1
Visual Fault Locator Applications................................................................................. 7-1
Using the VFL ................................................................................................................ 7-2
8 Using the Power Meter Option.................................................................................... 8-1
Running the Test........................................................................................................... 8-2
Using Auto Wavelength Detection with SimpliFiber Sources
(OFTM-5731 and OFTM-5732 Modules) .................................................................. 8-2
Power Meter Results ................................................................................................ 8-5
If the Power Reading is Low......................................................................................... 8-6
9 Memory Functions........................................................................................................ 9-1
About Saving Tests........................................................................................................ 9-1
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10 Creating Custom Fiber Types and Test Limits ............................................................ 10-1
11 Maintenance and Specifications ................................................................................. 11-1
Memory Capacity and Card Sizes Supported .............................................................. 9-2
Formatting a Memory Card ......................................................................................... 9-2
Memory Card Care ....................................................................................................... 9-4
Reviewing and Managing Saved Records ................................................................... 9-4
About Memory Card Folders........................................................................................ 9-7
Changing or Creating Folders ................................................................................. 9-7
Deleting Folders....................................................................................................... 9-7
Viewing Folders on a PC.......................................................................................... 9-8
Creating Custom Fiber Types ....................................................................................... 10-1
Creating Custom Test Limits ........................................................................................ 10-4
Selecting a Custom Limit.............................................................................................. 10-8
If the Limit or Fiber Type is Not Valid.......................................................................... 10-8
Maintenance................................................................................................................. 11-1
Updating the Tester’s Software .............................................................................. 11-2
Updating via the USB or Serial Port................................................................... 11-3
Updating via a Memory Card Created with LinkWare...................................... 11-3
Optical Connector Care ........................................................................................... 11-5
Replacing Reference Test Cords and Launch Fibers............................................... 11-5
Replacing the Battery.............................................................................................. 11-5
Cleaning ................................................................................................................... 11-6
Storage.......................................................................................................................... 11-6
Calibration .................................................................................................................... 11-6
If Something Seems Wrong ......................................................................................... 11-7
Getting Help ............................................................................................................ 11-7
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Options and Accessories ............................................................................................... 11-10
Specifications................................................................................................................. 11-17
Environmental and Regulatory Specifications........................................................ 11-17
OTDR Specifications for OFTM-561xB Multimode Modules................................... 11-18
OTDR Specifications for OFTM-573x Singlemode Modules.................................... 11-21
Power Meter Specifications ..................................................................................... 11-25
Loss/Length Specifications ....................................................................................... 11-27
Power........................................................................................................................ 11-32
Traceable Calibration Period ................................................................................... 11-32
Certifications and Compliance................................................................................. 11-32
Memory for Test Results .......................................................................................... 11-32
Serial Interfaces........................................................................................................ 11-33
Keyboard Port .......................................................................................................... 11-34
Video Port for FiberInspector Probe ....................................................................... 11-34
Dimensions (with module and battery installed) ................................................... 11-34
Weight (with module and battery installed).......................................................... 11-34
Display ...................................................................................................................... 11-34
Fan ............................................................................................................................ 11-34
FiberInspector Probe Specifications ........................................................................ 11-35
Appendices
A Test Method Reference Tables.............................................................................. A-1
B Loss Test Methods.................................................................................................. B-1
C Common Causes of Fiber Link Failures ................................................................. C-1
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Table Title Page
2-1. International Electrical Symbols .......................................................................................... 2-1
2-2. Job Settings .......................................................................................................................... 2-9
2-3. Solving Problems with Fiber ID Lists.................................................................................... 2-27
3-1. Settings for OTDR Tests ....................................................................................................... 3-10
3-2. OTDR SUMMARY Screen Features....................................................................................... 3-22
3-3. Event Table Features............................................................................................................ 3-30
3-4. Event Types........................................................................................................................... 3-32
3-5. Manual OTDR Settings......................................................................................................... 3-46
3-6. Diagnosing OTDR Test Failures ........................................................................................... 3-51
5-1. Getting a Good FiberInspector Image................................................................................. 5-8
6-1. Loss/Length Test Settings..................................................................................................... 6-6
6-2. Typical Reference Values ..................................................................................................... 6-14
6-3. TIA/EIA-568-B.1 and ISO/IEC TR 14763-3 Mandrel Requirements ...................................... 6-15
6-4. Smart Remote Mode SUMMARY Screen Features.............................................................. 6-22
6-5. Smart Remote Mode RESULTS Screen Features.................................................................. 6-23
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6-6. Loopback Mode SUMMARY Screen Features..................................................................... 6-30
6-7. Loopback Mode RESULTS Screen Features......................................................................... 6-31
6-8. Far End Source Mode SUMMARY Screen Features ............................................................ 6-38
6-9. Far End Source Mode RESULTS Screen Features ................................................................ 6-39
6-10. Diagnosing Loss/Length Test Failures................................................................................. 6-41
6-11. Main Tester Results for FindFiber Test (Smart Remote Mode).......................................... 6-44
9-1. Memory Status Screen Features.......................................................................................... 9-3
9-2. Record Viewing and Management Functions.................................................................... 9-5
10-1. Fiber Property Settings........................................................................................................ 10-3
10-2. Custom Limit Settings for OTDR Tests ................................................................................ 10-6
10-3. Custom Limit Settings for Loss/Length Tests...................................................................... 10-7
11-1. Troubleshooting the Tester................................................................................................. 11-8
11-2. Options................................................................................................................................. 11-10
11-3. Accessories ........................................................................................................................... 11-11
11-4. RS-232 Interface Cable Connections ................................................................................... 11-33
11-5. 9-to-25-Pin Adapter............................................................................................................. 11-34
A-1. Test Method Names............................................................................................................. A-1
A-2. Test Methods Required by Standards................................................................................. A-2
C-1. Fiber Failure Survey Results................................................................................................. C-1
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Figure Title Page
1-1. Battery Pack Features........................................................................................................... 1-9
1-2. Removing the Module ......................................................................................................... 1-11
1-3. Front Panel Features ............................................................................................................ 1-12
1-4. Side and Top Panel Features ............................................................................................... 1-14
1-5. Home Screen for OTDR with Loss/Length Option .............................................................. 1-16
1-6. The SETUP Screen ................................................................................................................. 1-18
1-7. The Setup Menus ................................................................................................................. 1-19
1-8. Inserting and Removing the Memory Card ........................................................................ 1-22
1-9. Using an External Keyboard................................................................................................ 1-23
2-1. Using the Text Editing Screen ............................................................................................. 2-13
2-2. Typical OTDR Connections and Trace Features .................................................................. 2-16
2-3. Smart Remote Mode Reference Connections..................................................................... 2-20
2-4. Smart Remote Mode Test Connections............................................................................... 2-22
3-1. Cleaning the OTDR Connector ............................................................................................ 3-2
3-2. Launch Only Compensation Connections ........................................................................... 3-7
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3-3. Launch + Receive Compensation Connections................................................................... 3-7
3-4. Launch + Fiber + Receive Compensation Connections ...................................................... 3-8
3-5. OTDR Trace with Launch Compensation Enabled ............................................................. 3-9
3-7. Traces Showing Good and Bad OTDR Connections ........................................................... 3-15
3-8. OFTM-573x Progress Screen for Extended Test Times ....................................................... 3-16
3-9. Equipment for OTDR Tests .................................................................................................. 3-17
3-10. Connecting the OTDR to Installed Fiber (no receive fiber) ............................................... 3-19
3-11. Connecting the OTDR to Installed Fiber (with receive fiber) ............................................ 3-20
3-12. Connecting the OTDR to Spooled Cable ............................................................................ 3-21
3-13. OTDR Trace Screen (launch compensation disabled)......................................................... 3-24
3-14. Typical OTDR Trace Features............................................................................................... 3-26
3-15. OTDR Functions Menu......................................................................................................... 3-41
3-16. Comparing OTDR Traces...................................................................................................... 3-42
4-1. Equipment for ChannelMap Tests ...................................................................................... 4-2
4-2. ChannelMap Test Connections ........................................................................................... 4-3
4-3. ChannelMap Diagram Features .......................................................................................... 4-4
5-1. Equipment for FiberInspector Tests.................................................................................... 5-3
5-2. Using the FiberInspector Probe........................................................................................... 5-4
5-3. FiberInspector Screen .......................................................................................................... 5-5
5-4. FiberInspector Image Examples .......................................................................................... 5-7
5-5. FiberInspector Core Scale (all rings shown)........................................................................ 5-8
6-1. SC, ST, LC, and FC Connector Adapters .............................................................................. 6-3
6-2. Changing the Connector Adapter ...................................................................................... 6-4
6-3. Example of How to Determine the NUMBER OF ADAPTERS Setting................................ 6-11
6-4. Wrapping a Reference Test Cord Around a Mandrel........................................................ 6-16
6-5. Equipment for Testing in Smart Remote Mode................................................................. 6-17
6-6. Smart Remote Mode Reference Connections (Method B)................................................. 6-19
6-7. Smart Remote Mode Test Connections (Method B) .......................................................... 6-21
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6-8. Equipment for Testing in Loopback Mode......................................................................... 6-25
6-9. Loopback Mode Reference Connections (Method B)......................................................... 6-27
6-10. Loopback Mode Test Connections (Method B) .................................................................. 6-29
6-11. Equipment for Testing in Far End Source Mode ................................................................ 6-33
6-12. Far End Source Mode Reference Connections (Method B)................................................ 6-35
6-13. Far End Source Mode Test Connections (Method B).......................................................... 6-37
6-14. Equipment for Using FindFiber in Smart Remote Mode.................................................... 6-43
6-15. Using FindFiber in Smart Remote Mode ............................................................................. 6-45
6-16. Equipment for Using FindFiber in Loopback Mode ........................................................... 6-46
6-17. Using FindFiber in Loopback Mode..................................................................................... 6-47
7-1. Equipment for Using the Visual Fault Locator ................................................................... 7-2
7-2. Using the Visual Fault Locator............................................................................................. 7-4
8-1. Equipment for Power Meter Tests ...................................................................................... 8-3
8-2. Connections for Monitoring Optical Power ....................................................................... 8-4
8-3. The Power Meter Screen...................................................................................................... 8-5
10-1. LIMIT TABLE EDITOR Screen ................................................................................................ 10-5
11-1. Event and Attenuation Deadzone Measurement Methods............................................... 11-22
B-1. Method A/A.2 Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown).............................. B-3
B-2. Method B/A.1 Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown)............................... B-5
B-3. Method C/A.3 Reference and Test Connections (singlemode shown)............................... B-7
B-4. Modified Method B: Smart Remote Mode Reference Connections.................................. B-9
B-5. Modified Method B: Smart Remote Mode Test Connections............................................ B-10
B-6. Alternate Method Reference and Test Connections for a Hybrid Link
(singlemode shown)............................................................................................................. B-12
B-7. Alternate Method Test Connections for a Link with MT-RJ Connectors
(singlemode shown)............................................................................................................. B-13
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Chapter 1
Getting Acquainted
Note
While this manual describes specific operating
procedures for the OptiFiber tester, the fiber
test methods described are provided only as
guidelines. Your test methods may vary.
Overview of Features
The OF-500 OptiFiber® Certifying OTDR (hereafter
referred to as the tester) is a hand-held Optical Time
Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) that locates and
characterizes reflective and loss events in multimode and
singlemode fibers. The tester is optimized for use on the
shorter fiber runs typically installed in premises (building
and campus) networks. Typical test ranges are up to
7 km at 1300 nm for multimode fiber and up to 60 km
for singlemode fiber.
The tester offers the following features:
• Automated OTDR trace and event analysis help you
identify and locate faults on multimode (850 nm and
1300 nm; 50 μm and 62.5 μm) and singlemode
(1310 nm and 1550 nm; 9 μm) fiber.
• Displays OTDR results in summary format, as a table
of events, or as an interpretive OTDR trace.
PASS/FAIL results are based on factory-installed limits
or limits you specify.
™
• ChannelMap
of the connectors and segment lengths in a channel.
• Optional FiberInspector
inspect fiber endfaces and save the images.
function provides an intuitive diagram
™
Video Probe lets you
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• Optional modules add visual fault locator
(OFTM-57xx only), power meter, and loss/length test
set functions to the standard OTDR.
• Interchangeable connector adapters on the input
ports of the loss/length modules allow ISO-compliant
reference and test connections with a variety of
connector types.
• Saves hundreds of test results on a removable
memory card or in internal memory.
• Context-sensitive online help gives you quick access
to operating instructions and fiber troubleshooting
information.
• LinkWare
PC and create professional-quality test reports. The
LinkWare Stats option generates browsable,
graphical reports of cable test statistics.
software lets you upload test results to a
Registration
Registering your product with Fluke Networks gives you
access to valuable information on product updates,
troubleshooting tips, and other support services.
To register, fill out the online registration form on the
Fluke Networks website at
www.flukenetworks.com/registration.
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Contacting Fluke Networks 1
Contacting Fluke Networks
Note
If you contact Fluke Networks about your tester,
have the tester's software and hardware version
numbers available if possible.
www.flukenetworks.com
support@flukenetworks.com
+1-425-446-4519
• Australia: 61 (2) 8850-3333 or 61 (3) 9329 0244
• Beijing: 86 (10) 6512-3435
• Brazil: 11 3044 1277
• Canada: 1-800-363-5853
• Europe: +44-(0)1923-281-300
• Hong Kong: 852 2721-3228
• Japan: 03-3434-0510
• Korea: 82 2 539-6311
• Singapore: 65-6799-5566
• Taiwan: (886) 2-227-83199
• USA: 1-800-283-5853
Visit our website for a complete list of phone numbers.
Unpacking
The OF-500 OptiFiber packages come with the accessories
listed below. If something is damaged or missing, contact
the place of purchase immediately.
Model numbers followed by a "/50M" include
50/125 µm accessories instead of 62.5/125 µm accessories
Model OF-500-01
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5610B multimode OTDR module
• 62.5/125 µm multimode launch fiber (gray zipper),
100 m, SC/SC
• Protective carrying case for tester
• Carrying strap
• Memory card
• USB cable for PC communications
• AC adapter
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
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Model OF-500-02
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5611B multimode OTDR module with power
meter option
• 62.5/125 µm multimode launch fiber (gray zipper),
100 m, SC/SC
• Two 62.5/125 µm multimode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Two gray mandrels for 62.5/125 µm fiber with 3 mm
jackets
• Protective carrying case for tester
• Carrying strap
• Memory card
• USB cable for PC communications
• AC adapter
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
Model OF-500-03
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5730 singlemode OTDR module
• 9/125 µm singlemode launch fiber (yellow zipper),
130 m, SC/SC
• Protective carrying case for tester
• Carrying strap
• Memory card
• USB cable for PC communications
• AC adapter
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
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Unpacking 1
Model OF-500-10
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5612B multimode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• OFTM-5352 FiberInspector Video Probe (250X/400X)
with adapter tip kit
• 62.5/125 µm multimode launch fiber (gray zipper),
100 m , SC/SC
• Two 62.5/125 µm multimode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Two gray mandrels for 62.5/125 µm fiber with 3 mm
jackets
• Protective carrying case for tester
• Carrying strap
• Soft carrying case for accessories
• Memory card
• USB memory card reader
• USB cable for PC communications
• AC adapter
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
Model OF-500-13
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5732 singlemode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• DTX Smart Remote with DTX-SFM2 singlemode fiber
module and interchangeable SC adapter
• OFTM-5352 FiberInspector Video Probe (250X/400X)
with adapter tip kit
• 9/125 µm singlemode launch fiber (yellow zipper),
130 m , SC/SC
• Two 9/125 µm singlemode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Carrying strap
• Hard carrying case for tester
• Soft carrying case for accessories
• Memory card
• USB memory card reader
• USB cable for PC communications
• AC adapter
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
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Model OF-500-15
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5612B multimode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• DTX Smart Remote with DTX-MFM2 multimode fiber
module and interchangeable SC adapter
• OFTM-5352 FiberInspector Video Probe (250X/400X)
with adapter tip kit
• 62.5/125 µm multimode launch fiber (gray zipper),
100 m , SC/SC
• Two 62.5/125 µm multimode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Two gray mandrels for 62.5/125 µm fiber with 3 mm
jackets
• OptiFiber carrying strap
• Smart Remote carrying strap
• Soft carrying case for accessories
• Hard carrying case for tester
• Memory card
• USB memory card reader
• USB cable for PC communications
• Mini-B USB cable for OptiFiber Smart Remote
• Two AC adapters
• OptiFiber Users Manual
• OptiFiber Product Manuals CD
• Smart Remote Users Manual
• Smart Remote Product CD
• LinkWare Software CD
Model OF-500-35
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5612B multimode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• OFTM-5732 singlemode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• OFTM-5352 FiberInspector Video Probe (250X/400X)
with adapter tip kit
• 62.5/125 µm multimode launch fiber (gray zipper),
100 m , SC/SC
• 9/125 µm singlemode launch fiber (yellow zipper),
130 m , SC/SC
• Two 62.5/125 µm multimode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Two gray mandrels for 62.5/125 µm fiber with 3 mm
jackets
• Two 9/125 µm singlemode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Carrying strap
• Soft carrying case for accessories
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Unpacking 1
• Hard carrying case for tester
• Memory card
• USB memory card reader
• USB cable for PC communications
• AC adapter
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
Model OF-500-45
• OF-500 OptiFiber tester with battery pack
• OFTM-5612B multimode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• OFTM-5732 singlemode OTDR module with power
meter and loss/length options
• DTX Smart Remote with DTX-MFM2 multimode fiber
module and interchangeable SC adapter
• DTX-SFM2 singlemode fiber module and
interchangeable SC adapter
• OFTM-5352 FiberInspector Video Probe (250X/400X)
with adapter tip kit
• 62.5/125 µm multimode launch fiber (gray zipper),
100 m , SC/SC
• 50/125 µm multimode launch fiber (aqua zipper),
100 m , SC/SC
• 9/125 µm singlemode launch fiber (yellow zipper),
130 m , SC/SC
• Two 62.5/125 µm multimode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Two 50/125 µm multimode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Two red mandrels for 62.5/125 µm fiber with 3 mm
jackets
• Two gray mandrels for 62.5/125 µm fiber with 3 mm
jackets
• Two 9/125 µm singlemode duplex reference test
cords, 2 m, SC/SC
• Carrying strap
• Protective carrying case for accessories
• Hard carrying case for tester
• Protective carrying case for tester
• Memory card reader
• Memory card
• USB cable for PC communications
• Two AC adapters
• Users Manual
• Product Manuals CD
• LinkWare Software CD
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Powering the Tester
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W
Warning
Read the safety information at the beginning of
Chapter 2 before using the tester.
You can power the tester with the ac adapter included or
with the removable lithium ion battery pack.
Press I to turn the tester on.
Charging the Battery
Before you rely on battery power for the first time, charge
the battery for about 2 hours with the tester turned off.
You can also charge the battery when it is detached from
the tester, as shown in Figure 1-1.
A fully-charged battery lasts about 8 hours during typical
use. The battery typically takes about 4 hours to fully
charge when the tester is turned off.
Notes
You do not need to fully discharge the battery
before recharging it.
The battery will not charge if its temperature is
outside the range of 32 °F to 113 °F (0 °C to
45 °C).
Checking the Battery Status
Many of the tester’s screens show a battery status icon
( ) near the lower-right corner.
To see more information about the battery status press
F; then select Battery Status. Press H for detailed
information about the battery status screen.
The battery pack has its own LED power gauge, which
you can activate by pressing the small button near the
LEDs, as shown in Figure 1-1. The LEDs indicate the charge
level as follows:
• No LEDs lit or 1 flashing: < 10 % charge
• 1 LED lit: 10 % to 33 % charge
• 2 LEDs lit: 33 % to 67 % charge
• 3 LEDs lit: > 67 % charge
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Figure 1-1. Battery Pack Features
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Changing the Language
To change the tester’s language, do the following:
1 Press
2 Press
3 Press
4 Use ML to select the desired language; then press
5 Restart the tester to apply the new language.
Additional languages for the tester may be available with
software updates available on the Fluke Networks
website. Use LinkWare software to install or remove
languages. See “Updating the Tester’s Software” in
Chapter 11 for details.
S.
N once to select the System tab.
L to select LANGUAGE; then press t.
t.
Removing and Installing the Module
The tester’s capabilities depend on which test module is
installed. Figure 1-2 shows how to remove the module.
WCaution
To avoid corrupting the tester's software,
always turn the tester off before removing or
installing the module.
Verifying Operation
The tester performs a basic self-test when you turn it on. If
the tester reports an error or does not turn on, refer to “If
Something Seems Wrong” in Chapter 11.
The tester shows the model number of the installed
module in the upper-right corner of the screen. If the
screen shows No Module Installed or Problem with
Module or The module needs a software update refer to
“If Something Seems Wrong” in Chapter 11.
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Figure 1-2. Removing the Module
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Basic Features
The following sections describe the tester's basic features
and introduce the tester's menu system.
Front Panel Features
Figure 1-3 describes the tester’s front panel features.
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A
N
M
L
F1
F2
F3
SETUP
FUNCTIONS
FIBER
INSPECTOR
HELP
TEST
K
J
I
Figure 1-3. Front Panel Features
H
F4 F5
ENTER
OPTIFIBER
SAVE
VIEW
RECORDS
EXIT
G
F
E
B
C
D
ajt12f.eps
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