Fluke Networks Fluke Networks FI-3000 Manual

FI-3000 FiberInspector™ Pro

Video Probe

Users Manual

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FI-3000 FiberInspector™ Pro

Video Probe

Users Manual

The FI-3000 FiberInspector Pro is hand-held probe used to inspect
fiber optic endfaces on MPO connectors. You use the probe with
your mobile device and the Fi-In application to view and analyze
endfaces and share and save test results.

Register Your Product

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valuable information on product updates, troubleshooting tips,
and other support services. If you purchased a Gold Support plan,
registration also activates your plan.

Kit Contents

For a list of the contents of your FI-3000 kit, see the list that came
in the product’s box or see the lists of models and accessories on
the Fluke Networks website. If something is damaged or missing,
contact the place of purchase immediately.

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Symbols

Table 1 shows the symbols used on the probe or in this manual.

Table 1. Symbols

Warning: Risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

X

Warning or Caution: Risk of damage or destruction to equipment or

W

software. See explanations in the manuals.

»



É

P



Consult the user documentation.

40 year Environment Friendly Use Period (EFUP) under China
Regulation - Administrative Measure on the Control of Pollution
Caused by Electronic Information Products. This is the period of time
before any of the identified hazardous substances are likely to leak
out, causing possible harm to health and the environment.

Conforms to the Appliance Efficiency Regulation (California Code of
Regulations, Title 20, Sections 1601 through 1608), for small battery
charging systems.

Conformite Europeene. Conforms to requirements of European
Union directives. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use.

This Product complies with the WEEE Directive marking
requirements. The affixed label indicates that you must not discard
this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in
the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9
"Monitoring and Control Instrumentation" product. Do not dispose
of this product as unsorted municipal waste.

To return unwanted products, contact the manufacturer’s web site
shown on the product or your local sales office or distributor.

This Product contains a lithium-ion battery. Do not mix with the solid
waste stream. Spent batteries should be disposed of by a qualified
recycler or hazardous materials handler per local regulations. Contact
your authorized Fluke Service Center for recycling information.

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Conforms to relevant North American standards.

Conforms to relevant Australian standards.

EMC approval for Korea.

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Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication
Equipment).

This product meets requirements for industrial (Class A)
electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user should
take notice of it. This equipment is intended for use in business
environments and is not to be used in homes.

This key turns the Product on and off.



WSafety Information

WWarningX

To prevent possible re, electric shock, or personal
injury:

• Read all safety information before you use the
Product.

• Carefully read all instructions.

• Do not open the case. You cannot repair or replace

parts in the case.

• Do not modify the Product.

• Use only replacement parts that are approved by

Fluke Networks.

• Do not use the Product around explosive gas,
vapor, or in damp or wet environments.

• Charge the battery indoors.

• Use the Product only as specied, or the protection

supplied by the Product can be compromised.

•

Do not use and disable the Product if it is damaged.

• Do not use the Product if it operates incorrectly.

• Batteries contain hazardous chemicals that can

cause burns or explode. If exposure to chemicals
occurs, clean with water and get medical aid.

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moderate use or 2 years of heavy use. Moderate
use is dened as recharged twice a week. Heavy
use is dened as discharged to cutoff and
recharged daily. To replace the battery, send the
product to an authorized Fluke Networks Service

Center.

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Disconnect the battery charger and move the

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location if the rechargeable battery becomes hot
(>50 °C, >122 °F) during the charge period.

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Repair the Product before use if the battery leaks.

• Recharge the batteries when the low

battery indicator shows to prevent incorrect
measurements.

•

Do not disassemble or crush battery cells and
battery packs.

• Do not put battery cells and battery packs near

heat or r

echargeable battery after 5 years of

e. Do not put in direct sunlight.

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Have an appr

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Use only AC adapters appr
for use with the Product to supply power to the
Product and charge the battery.

• Do not look directly into optical connectors. Some
optical equipment emits invisible radiation that can
cause permanent damage to your eyes.

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Features of the Probe

A

B

C

D

E

F

B

G

H

Figure 1. Features

A

Removable tip for different types of connectors.

B

Press  to turn the PortBright™ LED on and off. The LED turns
off automatically after the time period you select in the Fi-In
application’s settings.

C

Status LEDs:

Blue LED • Two short blinks periodically: The probe is on but

not connected to the mobile device.

• One short blink periodically: The probe is connected
to the mobile device, but the app is not active.

• On: The probe is connected to the mobile device and
the app is active.

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Red LED The test failed.

Green LED

Red and

Green LEDs

D

When the mobile app shows a live image, you can press 

The test passed.

The test limit is Document Only, so the result does not
have a Pass or Fail status.

(Auto Focus) to automatically focus the image.

E

Press  (TEST) to analyze and transmit an endface image to
the Fi-In application on your mobile device. The application
and the probe’s green and red LEDs show a pass or fail result.
Press again to return to the Live View screen.

F

Hold down  for 2 seconds to turn the probe on and off.

G

Connector and status LED for the AC adapter/charger (see
Figure 2).

H

Dust cap.

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Charge the Battery

Before you use the battery for the first time, charge the battery for
about 2 hours with the tester turned off (Figure 2).

The battery takes approximately 5 hours to fully charge when the
probe is turned off.

A fully-charged battery operates for approximately 10.8 hours of
typical use. You can use the Auto Power Off setting in the app to
reduce battery usage. See page 22.

Note

You do not need to fully discharge the battery
before you recharge it.

The battery will not charge if its temperature is
outside the range of 32
or if it has a fault and must be replaced. The LED
blinks red and green if the battery will not charge.

°F to 113 °F (0 °C to 45 °C)

Red: Charging

2

Figure 2. Charge the Battery Before You Use It

Green: Fully charged

Blinking red/green: The battery will
not charge. See the note.

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Get the Fi-In Application

Download the Fluke Networks Fi-In application at no charge from
the Apple® App Store® or from the Google Play™ store to your iOS®
or Android™ mobile device. You can use the app on smart phones
and tablets.

Note

For a list of mobile devices that fully support the

i-In application, visit the Fluke Networks website.

F

F°-I˙

iOS® device

Figure 3. Get the Fi-in Application

F°-I˙

Android

™

device

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Connect the Probe to Your Mobile Device

See Figure 4.

1. Hold down  for 2 seconds to turn the probe on.

2. Open the Fi-In app on your mobile device.

On the

3.

In the list of Wi-Fi hotspots, tap “FI-3000_xxxxxxxx”, where

4.

“xxxxxxxx” is the serial number of the probe.

5.

Enter the probe’

When the probe is connected, the probe’

6.

text on the Wi-Fi button.

If the mobile device disconnects from the probe, tap the Wi-Fi
button to reconnect.

Live View screen, tap the Wi-Fi button.

s password: 1234567890.

s SSID shows in green

Note

The password is the same (1234567890) for all
probes. You cannot change the password.

If your mobile device shows a message about no
internet access, choose to stay connected to the
probe.

If your mobile device has a VPN connection, you
must disconnect it before the device can connect to
the probe.

Some mobile devices disconnect from the probe if
you do not use the probe for several minutes.

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*12345678*

12 34 56 78

2 seconds

FI-IN

Wi-Fi
<Network name>

FI-3000_xxxxxxxx

Serial
number

Serial number
Probe’s password:
1234567890

Figure 4. Connect the Probe to Your Mobile Device

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Attach the Correct Tip

Blue: UPC

M12U

MPO bulkhead tip,

12 to 24 fibers, UPC

Green: APC

M12A

MPO bulkhead tip,

12 to 24 fibers, APC

M16U (optional)

MPO bulkhead tip,

16 to 32 fibers, UPC

MPO Adapters

Attach an adapter to a tip
to inspect MPO patch cord
connectors.

You can put the MPO key
on either side. Be sure to set
the Key Position in the app.
See “Set the Key Position”on
page 13.

Slot and key

Gray, Aligned Keys

12 to 24 fibers, UPC

Green, Opposed Keys

12 to 24 fibers,

UPC or APC

Figure 5. Tips and Adapters

Blue, Opposed Keys

(optional)

16 to 32 fibers,

UPC or APC

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Set Up a Project

You can set up a maximum of 100 projects.

• To change settings in the current project: On the Live View

screen tap M then tap the current project.

• To create a new project: Tap Manage Projects then tap Add.

• To change settings in project: Tap Manage Projects, tap a
checkbox to select one project, then tap Edit.

• To change the the current project: Tap a project on the Projects
screen so that a box shows around the project.

Table 2. Project and Result Settings

Project Name Enter a name for your project. A project name can have a

maximum of 30 characters.

Operator Enter the name of the technician who will use the probe.

An operator name can have a maximum of 30 characters.

Test Limit Select the correct test limit for the job.

Fiber End Type Select the end type with the correct number of fibers.

Cable ID Set To create a list of sequential cable IDs, enter the First ID and

Last ID for the list.
When you save results, you can use the IDs sequentially, or

you can select or create a different ID for a result.

An ID can have a maximum of 60 characters.

•

A project can have a maximum of 5000 IDs.

•

Only alphanumeric characters increment.

•

•

The characters in each position in the First ID and Last ID

must have the same format:

 The IDs must be the same length.

 The characters in each position must be the same type

(letters, numbers, or symbols).

 The characters in each position must be the same case.

 The IDs show in red text if the formats do not match.

End 1/End 2 You select this setting when you save a result. On the Save

Result screen, you can select End 1 or End 2 to specify

which end of the cable you tested.

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Set the Key Position

You can attach the MPO inspection tips to the probe with the MPO
key on the left or right, as shown in Figure 6. This lets you rotate
the probe when a cabinet door or other surface is in the way of the
probe’s handle (Figure 7).

The Key Position setting at the bottom of the Live View screen lets
you make the fiber numbers on endface diagrams agree with the
numbers on the connector.

To see the correct numbers for the bers in your test results

For key up/key down adapters:

•
position you use on the probe.

Set the Key Position to the key

For key up/key up adapters:

•

Set the Key Position to the

opposite side from the key position you use on the probe.

When you set the Key Position correctly for the type of adapter,
fiber number 1 is in the upper-right corner of the endface image.

Key Left Key Right

MPO key

MPO key

Figure 6. Left and Right Key Positions for the MPO Inspection Tip

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Slot for the key

Key on the left side
of the probe

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Figure 7. “Key Left” Position Used for a Patch Panel with Key Up/Key

Down Adapters

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Inspect an Endface

1. Insert the probe tip into a bulkhead connector, or into an
adapter attached to a patch cord (Figure 8).

The app shows a live image of the endface. You can adjust the
image as shown in Figure 9.

Press  to focus the image if necessary, then press  or tap

2.

Test on your mobile device.

3. When the LEDs on the probe show the pass ( ) or fail ( )

result, you can remove the probe from the connector.

4. After the probe transmits the test results to your device, the
app shows the TEST RESULT SUMMARY screen. You can then
Save or Share the result or tap the endface graphic to see
detailed results. See “Endface Image Screens” on page 17.

To see the live image again, tap  or Live.

Patch cord

Adapter*

* The adapter’s key position affects the fiber numbers

in your test results. See “Set the Key Position” on
page 13.

Figure 8. Inspect an Endface

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A

C

A

To zoom in or out or to
move the image, use the
finger gestures supported by
your device.

B

To quickly go back to 1:1
magnification, tap Center.

C

To focus the live image,
press

 on the probe,

tap AF Auto Focus on your
mobile device, or use the

C

D

B

focus controls.

If you turn on the Auto
Focus before Test setting,
the probe focuses the image
when you press
Test. To change the setting,
tap

M then tap Settings.

D

To see the high-resolution
image that the probe
analyzes for test results, tap

 or tap

Test.

Note

The image will be too dark to analyze if you use a UPC
tip on the probe to inspect an APC endface.

Figure 9. How to Adjust the Image

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Endface Image Screens

E

To see a high-resolution image of the endface in a test result
(Figure 10), tap the endface graphic on the TEST RESULT
SUMMARY screen.

A

B

C

A

To zoom in or out or to move the image, use the finger gestures
supported by your device.

B

To hide or see the overlay, tap the image where there is no endface.

C

To see details about the defects on a fiber endface, zoom in slightly on
the endface on the VIEW ALL screen, then tap the endface.

• The IMAGE tab shows the endface with defects highlighted.

• Tap the DEFECTS tab to see more details. See Figure 11.

D

You can swipe the screen to scroll through the endfaces.

E

Tap Save to save the result in the active project.

Figure 10. Image Details

D

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• The DEFECTS tab shows the number and
size of the Scratches and Defects in and
around the fiber's core.

• Scratches and defects in zones that fail
show in red.

• You can swipe the screen to scroll
through the endfaces.

Figure 11. DEFECTS tab

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How to Clean MPO Connectors

Fluke Networks recommends that you use a mechanical cleaner
such as the Quick Clean™ fiber endface cleaner. Figure 12 shows
how to use a Quick Clean cleaner to clean MPO connectors. For
details, see the documentation included with the cleaner.

Remove and secure

A

the guide cap

CLICK!

Push straight into

B

the connector

Open the

A

guide cap

CLICK!

Push straight

B

into the plug

Figure 12. How to Clean Endfaces

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Share Results

You can send the endface image or test report for a saved result to
an email recipient or social media account.

Note

To transmit the result you select to share, you might
need to disconnect your mobile device from the
probe then connect to the internet.

Share a result immediately after you save it

1. Tap Share on any results screen.

2. In the Share Results window, select Endface Image or PDF

Report, then tap Select.

If you selected Endface Image, the Share Results window shows
the details you can select to include.

3. Select a destination for the result.

Share one or more saved results

1. On the Live View screen, tap Results.

2. On the Results screen, select the results you want to share,
then tap Share.

3. In the Share Results window, select Endface Image or PDF
Report, then tap Select.

If you selected Endface Image, the Share Results window shows
the details you can select to include.

4. Select a destination for the result.

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Share all the results in a project

1. On the Live View screen, tap M then tap Manage Projects.

2. On the Projects screen, tap the project you want to share, then
tap Share.

3.

4.

Share Results window, select Endface Image or PDF

In the
Report, then tap Select.

If you selected Endface Image, the Share Results window shows
the details you can select to include.

Select a destination for the result.

Note

Images you share from some Android devices might
have lower resolution than the images from the
probe.

View and Manage Saved Results

You can view complete results, rename or delete results, and delete
projects.

Manage results in the active project

On the Live View screen, tap Results, then select one or more
results or tap one result. The Delete and Rename buttons are at the
bottom of the screens.

Manage results in any project

1. On the Live View screen, tap M then tap Manage Projects.

2. On the Projects screen, tap a project.

3. On the PROJECT SUMMARY screen, tap a result.

The Delete and Rename buttons are at the bottom of the
screen.

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Delete a project

1. On the Live View screen, tap M then tap Manage Projects.

2. On the Projects screen, select one or more projects, then tap
Delete.

Auto Power Off

• The Fi-In app can turn off the probe after you do nothing with
the probe for 5, 10, 15, or 20 minutes.

• If you turn off the Auto Power Off function, the probe stays on
while it is connected to the app.

• If the probe is not connected to the app, it turns off after you
do nothing with the probe for 10 minutes.

To select an Auto Power Off setting

1. In the Fi-In app, tap M then tap Settings.

2. If necessary, tap the Auto Power Off slider to turn it on.

3. Tap Auto Power Off, tap a time period, then tap Select.

Learn More

The Fluke Networks Knowledge Base answers common questions
about Fluke Networks products and provides articles on cable
testing techniques and technology.

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Maintenance

To prevent possible re, electrical shock, or
personal injury:

WWarningX

Do not operate the Pr

•

or the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is
possible.

Do not open the case. Y

•

parts in the case.

Use only specied r

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Have an appr

•

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eplacement parts.

Cleaning

• Clean the case with a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild
soap. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleansers.

• If the probe’s lens is dirty, remove the tip then clean the lens
with optical-grade cleaning supplies.

Battery replacement

WWarningX

To prevent possible electrical shock, re, or
personal injury:

• Replace the rechargeable battery after 5 years of

moderate use or 2 years of heavy use. Moderate
use is dened as recharged twice a week. Heavy
use is dened as discharged to cutoff and
recharged daily.

• To replace the battery, send the product to an

authorized Fluke Networks Service Center.

How to get service

Contact Fluke Networks for information on authorized Fluke
Networks Service Centers.

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Open Source Software Disk

This product uses freeRTOS and FatFS software. The software
license statements and files that contain the binary and source
code for the open source software are on the disk supplied with
the product. These files are provided to meet legal requirements.
You do not need these files to use the probe.

Specications

Temperature range Operating: -10 °C to +45 °C (+14 °F to +113 °F)

Storage: -10 °C to +60 °C (+14 °F to +140 °F)

Humidity range Operating: 0 % to 95 % (32° F to 95° F, 0° C to 35°C)

RH non-condensing
Storage: 0 % to 95 % (95° F to 113° F, 35° C to 45°C)

RH non-condensing

Altitude Operating: 4,000 m (13,123 ft) (3,200 m (10,499 ft)

with AC adapter)
Storage: 12,000 m (39,370 ft)

Vibration and shock 2 g, 5 Hz to 500 Hz, 30 g shock

Live image frame size ~ 1200 x 400, 10 frames per second

Live image eld of

view

Endface illumination Coaxial blue LED

Autofocus time ≤ 3 seconds

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Low magnification: ≥ 4800 µm x 1600 µm
High magnification: 680 µm x 510 µm

Connectors inspected 1 x 8 (8 fibers), 1 x 12 (8, 10, or 12 fibers), 1 x 16 (16

fibers), 2 x 12 (16, 20, or 24 fibers), 2 x 16 (32 fibers)

Test Time Less than 2 seconds per fiber

Camera type 5 Megapixel 1/4-inch CMOS sensor

Field of view 610 µm x 460 µm

Resolution 1 µm

Light source LED, >100,000 hour life

Endface illumination Coaxial blue LED

PortBright

™

White LED

illumination

Battery Type: Lithium-ion, 3.6 V, 6400 mAh

Life: 10.8 hours typical
Charge time: 4.5 hours
Charging temperature range: 0 °C to +40 °C

(+32 °F to +104 °F)

Power adapter Input: 100 to 240 VAC ±10%, 50/60Hz

Output: 15 VDC, 2 A maximum
Class II

Wireless transmission* Frequency ranges: 2.4 GHz (2412 MHz to 2462 MHz)

Output power: <100 mW

Wi-Fi radio SimpleLink

™

Wi-Fi® CC3220MOD Wireless

Microcontroller Module
(IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)
Brand: Texas Instruments
Model: CC3220MODSF12MOB
FCC ID: Z64-CC3220MOD
Band: 2400 MHz to 2483.5 MHz
Output: 0.1074 W
Manufacturer: Texas Instruments Incorporated
Address: 12500 TI BLVD., Dallas Texas, 75243

Safety IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2

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EMC IEC 61326-1: Controlled Electromagnetic

Environment; IEC 61326-2-1
CISPR 11: Group 2, Class A
Group 2: Equipment contains ISM RF equipment

in which radio-frequency energy in the frequency
range 9 kHz to 400 GHz is intentionally
generated and used or only used, in the form
of electromagnetic radiation, inductive and/or
capacitive coupling, for the treatment of material or
inspection/analysis purposes.

Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all
establishments other than domestic and those
directly connected to a low voltage power supply
network which supplies buildings used for domestic
purposes. There may be potential difficulties in
ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other
environments, due to conducted and radiated
disturbances.

USA (FCC): 47 CFR 15 Intentional Radiators:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation. (15.19). Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Fluke could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
(15.21)

Emissions which exceed the levels required by CISPR
11 can occur when the Product is connected to a
test object.

Dimensions 168 mm x 137 mm x 54 mm (6.625 in x 5.375 in x

2.125 in) (with no dust cap or adapter tip)
Length with dust cap: 191 mm (7.5 in)

Weight 326 gm (11.5 oz) (with dust cap and no adapter tip)

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