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Optical Wavelength Laboratories
OPERATIONS GUIDE
FIBER OWL 7 SERIES
FIBER OPTIC LINK CERTIFIERS
FIBER OWL 7 OPM W/INTEGRATED OPTICAL LENGTH TESTER
F7X Stand-alone certification power meter
F7V Stand-alone certification power meter w/integrated VFL
F7L Stand-alone certification power meter (without length testing)
FIBER OWL 7 SERIES TEST KITS
KF7XMS F7X + quad-wave source (MM: 850/1300nm, SM:1310/1550nm)
KF7XMX F7X + multimode dual-wave source (850/1300nm)
KF7XMV F7X + multimode dual-wave source (850/1300nm) w/integrated VFL
KF7XSX F7X + singlemode dual-wave source (1310/1550nm)
KF7XSV F7X + singlemode dual-wave source (1310/1550nm) w/integrated VFL
FIBER OWL 7V SERIES TEST KITS
KF7VMS F7V + quad-wave source (MM: 850/1300nm, SM:1310/1550nm)
KF7VMX F7V + multimode dual-wave source (850/1300nm)
KF7VMV F7V + multimode dual-wave source (850/1300nm) w/integrated VFL
KF7VSX F7V + singlemode dual-wave source (1310/1550nm)
KF7VSV F7V + singlemode dual-wave source (1310/1550nm) w/integrated VFL
FIBER OWL 7 LITE SERIES TEST KITS (No length testing)
KF7LMS F7L + quad-wave source (MM: 850/1300nm, SM:1310/1550nm)
KF7LMX F7L + multimode dual-wave source (850/1300nm)
KF7LMV F7L + multimode dual-wave source (850/1300nm) w/integrated VFL
KF7LSX F7L + singlemode dual-wave source (1310/1550nm)
KF7LSV F7L + singlemode dual-wave source (1310/1550nm) w/integrated VFL
Revision 2.0a
OWL-INC.COM
Optical Wavelength Laboratories (OWL)
N9623 West US Hwy 12
Whitewater, WI 53190
Phone: 262-473-0643
Internet: OWL-INC.COM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Before You Begin 4
About This Manual 4
Description 5
Applications 5
Precautions 8
Product Label 8
General Features 9
Specifications 9
Optical Ports 10
Test Procedures
CERT MODE 11
LOSS MODE 27
OPM MODE 40
Transmitter Output Power Measurement 42
Receiver Sensitivity Measurement 43
Optical Loss Measurement 44
Continuity 46
Patch Cable Verification 47
Operation/Maintenance
MAIN MENU 49
OPERATIONS MENU 50
CONFIGURE SOURCE 50
SYSTEM INFORMATION 50
ENTER OPM MODE 50
SETUP MENU 51
OPERATING PARAMETERS 51
USER INFORMATION 51
DISPLAY OPTIONS 51
POWER OPTIONS 52
CUSTOM STANDARD 52
UTILITIES MENU 53
SET SYSTEM CLOCK 53
FACTORY RESET 53
WORKING WITH STORED DATA 54
UNIVERSAL PORT 55
CLEANING THE DETECTOR PORT 56
CLEANING THE LIGHT SOURCE/VFL PORT 57
Appendices
WARRANTY INFORMATION 58
CONTACT INFORMATION 58
SUPPORTED CABLING STANDARDS 59
10-GIGABIT ETHERNET STANDARD 59
UPDATING FIRMWARE 60
RE-CHARGING THE DEVICE BATTERY 60
Link Planning Worksheet 61
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INTRODUCTION
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
All personnel testing optical fibers should be adequately trained in the field of fiber optics before using any fiber optic test equipment.
If the user is not completely familiar with testing fiber optics, they should seek competent training. Such training can be acquired from
a variety of sources, such as local hands-on training classes.
Valuable information about fiber optic testing can also be gathered from reading printed literature carefully or by thoroughly reading
supplied operations manuals.
Fiber optic testers vary from other types of test equipment due to issues such as:
1) standards-based testing
2) proper fiber optic test procedures (FOTPs)
3) "zeroing" or referencing of power levels
4) determining the correct link budget to pass or fail by
Complete understanding of each of these issues is critical for performing proper fiber optic tests.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Throughout this manual you will find various symbols that assist with understanding the procedures outlined in this manual. Below is
a list of these symbols and a short description of their purpose:
Shows a helpful tip that will make a procedure go more smoothly
Tells the user some useful information about the successful completion of a procedure
Warns the operator of a potentially dangerous condition
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DESCRIPTION
Fiber OWL 7 series fiber optic link certifiers are high-accuracy, high-resolution, microprocessor-controlled optical power meters
capable of performing a wide variety of testing applications, from basic optical loss measurement up to dual-wavelength fiber link
certification. With a wide measurement range and NIST-traceable wavelengths, Fiber OWL 7 series certifiers are ideal for both
singlemode and multimode fiber link certification.
Enclosed in an attractive hand-held case made from high impact plastic and protected by a protective rubber boot, test readings and
graphical help screens can be viewed on the color LCD, and an intuitive 10-key keypad allows for easy data entry.
Each Fiber OWL 7 fiber link certification power meter is powered by a re-chargeable lithium polymer battery, which typically allows up
to 50 hours of continuous use. A built-in auto-shutdown feature further conserves battery life. The battery is re-charged through the
USB port via a supplied battery charger.
The intuitive built-in Link Wizard prompts the user to enter key information used to calculate standards-based link budgets for fiber
optic certification testing, and helpful diagrams guide the user through the setup and testing procedure.
Thousands of data points tored information can be with descriptive link and fiber run labels can be stored in internal memory. S
selectively viewed, re-tested, or deleted from the device.
The data can also be downloaded to OWLView certification software to produce professional-looking formatted certification reports.
OWLView software includes a “tri-report” option that integrates power meter certification, OTDR traces, and endface analysis results
all on the same report.
APPLICATIONS
Traditional Fiber Optic Link Certification. When used with a separate stand-alone light source, CERT (certification) mode allows
users to certify individual optical fibers at up to two wavelengths simultaneously. The Link Wizard in the Fiber OWL 7 uses attenuation
parameters from popular cabling standards to certify fiber links, and shows a link’s PASS/FAIL status right in the field.
CERT MODE
Using a meter and a source,
each individual fiber is certified separately.
SOURCE
METER
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APPLICATIONS, cont.
Attenuation (Optical Loss) Measurements. After a fiber cable has been installed and terminated, optical loss measurements can
be used to determine if the fiber is installed according to standards and specifications. A comparison between the actual power
measurement and the reference value determines how much optical power is lost through the link.
LOSS MODE
Using a meter and a source, technicians can
measure the optical loss of optical fiber links.
SOURCE
METER
Optical Power Measurements. Optical power is an absolute measurement of the amount of light intensity; i.e. “brightness”, and can
be measured either at the output of a transmitter (transmit power), or at the input of a receiver (receiver sensitivity). When in OPM
mode, Fiber OWL 7 certifiers can be directly attached to this equipment via a patch cord to check whether the transmitter is within the
manufacturer’s specified power range.
Measure
transmitter
power
OPTICAL POWER
MEASUREMENT
Measure
receiver
sensitivity
METERMETER
Fiber Continuity Testing. Continuity can be measured with OPM mode in the Fiber OWL 7 by placing a calibrated light source on
one end of the fiber and the meter on the other end. This is also a simple way to measure the attenuation of the fiber.
SOURCE
FIBER
CONTINUITY
Using a meter and a source, continuity
can be verified.
METER
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Optical Fiber Cable Length Measurement. Fiber OWL 7 fiber certifiers can also be used to perform a “round-robin” optical fiber
length measurement. If the unit has an integrated OTDR port, length measurement is done via OTDR trace. (Not included with Fiber
OWL 7 LITE optical power meters).
OPTICAL
LENGTH
MEASUREMENT
Measure the end-to-end length of a fiber link
using the loop-back “round-robin” method.
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WARNING
MADE IN USA
MODEL#: F7MX
SERIAL#: F7MX99999
POWER: 6V DC, 1A
This product complies with the
following EU Directives:
EN 61326-1:2006
EN 61010-1:2001
Singlemode
1310nm: 0.1 mW
FP Laser
IEC 60825-1
PRECAUTIONS
Safety - Exercise caution when working with any optical equipment. High-intensity fiber optic laser sources output potentially
dangerous high energy invisible light, and could cause serious, irreparable damage to the eye. Thus, it is recommended to NEVER
look into the connector port of a light source or the end of a fiber.
Operational - It is important to keep connector ferrules and optical connector ports clean. If dirt, dust, and oil are allowed to build up
inside connector ports, irreparable damage may occur to the optics inside the port. For best results, replace dust caps after each use.
Light Source Connector - Do NOT insert APC (Angled Physical Contact) connectors into any light source or OTDR port on your
Fiber OWL 7 as this may damage the angled ferrule on the APC connector.
PRODUCT LABEL
On the back of each Fiber OWL 7 series fiber link certifier are labels similar to the one shown below containing model number, serial
number, power requirements, and special cautionary information.
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FIBER OWL 7 SERIES
OPTICAL POWER METER W/INTEGRATED LENGTH TESTER
(MODEL #s: F7X, F7V)
GENERAL FEATURES
Universal Connector Port - includes two adapter caps: 2.5mm for
many popular 2.5mm ferrule connectors, including ST, SC, and FC,
and 1.25mm for LC, MU, and other SFF connectors).
USB Serial Download Port - downloads stored data to a PC using the
2
supplied USB download cable. Also used for charging re-chargeable
batteries (not included).
Length Test Port - enables Fiber OWL 7 series power meters to
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measure cable length. Not included with Fiber OWL 7 LITE optical
power meters.
High-resolution Color LCD Display
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- Function keys - activate corresponding menu options shown at
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the bottom of the Fiber OWL 7 LCD display
- Arrow keys
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- Enter key
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- Power key
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3
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
-0.24
2
CERT
dB
PASS 1.86 by dB
4
1550nm
-0.23
dB
PASS 1.87 by dB
Length: 12m WAVE:1310nm
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2
INDOOR SM SPL: 2
TEST ZERO UNITS SAVE
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SPECIFICATIONS
OPTICAL POWER METER PORT
Detector Type
Wavelengths
Measurement Range
Accuracy (Uncertainty)
Display Resolution
Measurement Units
Connector Type
Data Storage Points
Download Port Connection
Software
Modes of Operation
Length Measurement Range
Length Measurement Accuracy
VFL
INTEGRATED VFL PORT (OPTIONAL)
VFL Output Wavelength
VFL Output Power
VFL Operating Modes
850, 980, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm
InGaAs
+5 to -70 dBm
±0.15 dB
0.01 dB
dBm, dB
Universal (2.5 mm and 1.25 mm)
<10,000
USB
OWLView
PAIR, BIDI, CERT, LOSS, OPM
up to 25 km
±2.5 meters
650 nm Laser
1 mW
CW, Modulated
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7
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GENERAL
Display Type
Battery Type
Battery Life
Auto-shutdown
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Dimensions
Weight
2.8” Color LCD
Lithium Polymer
up to 50 hours
Yes
-10 to 55° C
-30 to 70° C
2.87” x 4.42” x 1.25”
10 ounces (284 g)
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OPTICAL PORTS
OPTICAL POWER METER W/INTEGRATED LENGTH TESTER
Model #: F7X
Stand-alone
certification
power meter
Model #: F7L
Stand-alone
certification
power meter
LENGTH
OUT
SC
CLASS 1M LASER
LENGTH IN
Model #: F7V
Stand-alone
certification
power meter
w/VFL
CLASS 2 VISIBLE LASER
LC
LENGTH
OUT
LENGTH IN
CLASS 1M LASER
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TEST PROCEDURES
CERT MODE
OVERVIEW
CERT MODE – When used with a separate stand-alone light source, technicians can certify individual optical fibers at up to two
wavelengths simultaneously. The Link Wizard in the Fiber OWL 7 uses attenuation parameters from popular cabling standards to
certify fiber links, and shows a link’s PASS/FAIL status right in the field.
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-0.24
PASS 1.86 by dB
1550nm
dB
-0.23
PASS 1.87 by dB
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
METER
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
SOURCE
CERT MODE
AUTO
PORT
each individual fiber is certified separately.
Using a meter and a source,
CERT MODE can be performed with all models of FIBER OWL 7 optical power meter and standalone light source (purchased
separately or as part of a certification test kit).
TEST PROCEDURE
This procedure demonstrates a test procedure that assumes that the fiber link was properly designed, installed, and tested according
to industry standard requirements and recommended “best practices” as shown below:
Link Under Test
Patch
Panel
Patch
Cable
(to active
equipment)
Interconnection
Link
Under
Test
an interconnection (i.e. patch panel or wall outlet)
on both ends of the link
Patch
Panel
1-jumper reference method
(no adapters between meter and source)
For non-standard link configurations, such as a patch panel on one end, or “home run” (i.e. no patch panels), technicians may need to
adjust their test procedure and reference method accordingly.
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CERT MODE
GATHER LINK SETUP INFORMATION
To make the setup process go more smoothly, have the following information ready in advance. See the appendix for a helpful Link
Setup Worksheet:
LINK NAME – general information about the job (user-definable)
Project Name of the overall project
Location Building or geographic area where the fiber link is located
Meter End End of the fiber link where the meter unit will be used
Source End End of the fiber link where the light source unit will be used
FIBER TEST MODE – how to go about testing the fiber link
Test Mode CERT
Standard Cabling standard used for the certification test; most technicians will use EIA/TIA 568C.3
TEST CORD TYPE – defines inter-connection loss at the very ends of the fiber link .where the test equipment connects in (patch
panels, wall outlets) – Options: REFERENCE-grade or STANDARD-grade
SOURCE PORT refers to the type of test cord attached to the light source
OPM PORT refers to the type of test cord attached to the optical power meter
LINK INFORMATION – physical configuration of the link under test
Fiber Type Type of fiber used in the link under test; options may vary based on chosen cabling standard
(see appendix for a fiber type diagram)
Connections Total number of inter-connections in the link under test (patch panels, other mating
sleeves) including the connections at the far end of the link
Splices Number of splices in the link under test; can be either fusion or mechanical splices
Reference Method 1-jumper reference method
ENCIRCLED FLUX – is EF compliance required for this test: YES or NO (only required for multimode testing)
Consult cabling standard documentation or end user requirements to determine if EF compliance is required; if so, special
mode controller cables will be required for setting the optical reference (aka “zeroing”).
RUN NAME – naming of fiber test results within the job to uniquely identify individual fiber strands
Name The name used to identify the group of individual fiber strands in the link
Number The sta rtin g fiber s tran d numbe r in the l ink. Th e numb er wil l be auto mati cally
incremented as the test results are saved.
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LINK UNDER TEST
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CERT MODE
GATHER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
(SINGLEMODE)
(4) SINGLEMODE CABLES
MATING SLEEVE (1)
REFERENCE CABLE (1)
(per light source port)
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST
LENGTH IN
LENGTH
CLASS 1M LASER
OUT
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE TEST EQUIPMENT PORTS
METER
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED FOR OPTICAL LENGTH MEASUREMENT
TEST CABLE (3)TEST CABLE (2) TEST CABLE (4)
SOURCE
MATING SLEEVETEST CABLE (2) REFERENCE CABLE (1)
TEST CABLE (3)
OPM PORT
TEST CABLE (2)
SM PORT
TEST CABLE (4)
LENGTH TEST
LOOPBACK
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
METER
NOTE: length testing accessories not required for F7 (Fiber OWL 7)
NOTE:
SOURCE AND
REFERENCE
CABLE (1)
NOT USED
FOR LENGTH
MEASUREMENT
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
SOURCE
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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LINK UNDER TEST
3
CERT MODE
GATHER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
(62.5/125µm MULTIMODE OM1)
(4) 62.5/125 MULTIMODE CABLES
MATING SLEEVE (1)
REFERENCE CABLE (1) & 0.7” MANDREL (1)
(per light source port)
– OR –
ENCIRCLED FLUX MODE CONTROLLER CABLE
(per light source port)
EF
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST
LENGTH IN
LENGTH
CLASS 1M LASER
OUT
METER
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE TEST EQUIPMENT PORTS
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED FOR OPTICAL LENGTH MEASUREMENT
TEST CABLE (2)
TEST CABLE (3)
TEST CABLE (4)
0.7”
SOURCE
MATING SLEEVETEST CABLE (2) REFERENCE CABLE (1)
EF
TEST CABLE (3)
OPM PORT
TEST CABLE (2)
SM PORT
TEST CABLE (4)
LENGTH TEST
LOOPBACK
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
METER
NOTE: length testing accessories not required for F7L (Fiber OWL 7 LITE)
NOTE:
SOURCE AND
REFERENCE
CABLE (1)
NOT USED
FOR LENGTH
MEASUREMENT
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
SOURCE
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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LINK UNDER TEST
3
CERT MODE
GATHER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
(50/125µm MULTIMODE OM2/3/4)
(4) 50/125 MULTIMODE CABLES
MATING SLEEVE (1)
REFERENCE CABLE (1) & 0.7” MANDREL (1)
(per light source port)
– OR –
ENCIRCLED FLUX MODE CONTROLLER CABLE
(per light source port)
EF
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST
LENGTH IN
LENGTH
CLASS 1M LASER
OUT
METER
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE TEST EQUIPMENT PORTS
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED FOR OPTICAL LENGTH MEASUREMENT
TEST CABLE (2)
TEST CABLE (3)
TEST CABLE (4)
0.9”
SOURCE
MATING SLEEVETEST CABLE (2) REFERENCE CABLE (1)
EF
TEST CABLE (3)
OPM PORT
TEST CABLE (2)
SM PORT
TEST CABLE (4)
LENGTH TEST
LOOPBACK
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
METER
NOTE: length testing accessories not required for F7L (Fiber OWL 7 LITE)
NOTE:
SOURCE AND
REFERENCE
CABLE (1)
NOT USED
FOR LENGTH
MEASUREMENT
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
SOURCE
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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CERT MODE
CONFIGURE JOB PARAMETERS
Power on the Fiber OWL 7. Press to CREATE NEW LINK, then
to start link configuration.
STARTUP MENU
RESUME TESTING
CREATE NEW LINK
LOAD STORED LINK
OPM MODE
MAIN MENU
EXIT
BACK
SELECT
Start link configuration
LINK INFORMATION
to navigate the entry fields,
and to edit the contents of the
selected field. Press NEXT to continue.
LINK NAME
PROJECT
ACME CORP
LOCATION
HQ WEST
METER/MASTER END ‘M’
MC
SOURCE/REMOTE END ‘R’
WA10
NEXT BACK HELP
FIBER TEST MODE - CERT mode
to navigate the entry fields,
and to select the appropriate setting.
Press NEXT to continue.
FIBER TEST MODE
TEST MODE
CERT
STANDARD
EIA/TIA 568C.3
Note: In LOSS mode the selected
standard is ignored and no
Pass/Fail results are shown.
SOURCE PORT TEST CORDS
STANDARD
OPM PORT TEST CORDS
STANDARD
HELPNEXT BACK
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CERT MODE
CONFIGURE JOB PARAMETERS
LINK PARAMETERS
to navigate the entry fields, and
to edit the contents of the selected
field. Press NEXT to continue.
LINK INFORMATION
FIBER TYPE
INDOOR SM
CONNECTIONS
JUMPER
2
1
REFERENCE
SPLICES CONNECTOR
2
NON MPO
CONNECTIONS INCLUDE PREVIOUSLY
DEFINED TEST CABLES.
CHOOSE ‘NON MPO’ CONNECTOR WHEN
NOT AUTO TEST MPO CABLES.
NEXT BACK HELP
RUN NAME
to navigate the entry fields, and
to edit the contents of the selected
field. Press NEXT to continue.
ENCIRCLED FLUX (multimode only)
select YES if Encircled Flux compliance is
required; select NO if EF compliance is
not required.
Encircled Flux Mode Controller Cable
EF
Controlling the output from a
multimode light source port...
MM
...produces a specific
modal output pattern at
the optical power meter...
...ensuring consistent test
results across a broad range
of multimode light sources
Will this link be tested using
Encircled Flux Compliant
methods?
YES NO
Review the LINK INFORMATION. If the
information is correct, SAVE to continue.
NAME
FIBER#
NUMBER
1
RUN NAME
LINK INFORMATION
Project: ACME CORP
HQ WESTLocation:
MCMeter End:
WA10Source End:
CERTTest Mode:
EIA/TIA 568.3-DStandard:
Indoor SMFiber Type:
NON MPOConnector:
2Connections:
2Splices:
1 JumperReference Method:
STANDARDSource Jumper:
STANDARDMeter Jumper:
Fiber Group: FIBER#
HELPBACKNEXT
NoEncircled Flux Compliant:
1Fiber Number:
BACKSAVE
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CERT MODE
SET REFERENCE
On the METER, YES to begin the SET
REFERENCE procedure.
Setting a reference
(aka “zeroing”)
Sets a baseline optical power
level between a power meter
and light source prior to
taking measurements.
The difference between this
reference level and the
link power measurement
is called optical loss.
You must set a zero reference
before testing. Do you wish
to do it now?
YES NO
Power ON the light source to be used
for the test.
CW
AUTO
MOD
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
Connect the appropriate reference cable as shown between the OPM port on the Fiber OWL 7 and
the light source port being used for this test, then press any key on the meter to proceed.
Using your test reference
cables, please connect the meter
and source as shown and
press any key to proceed.
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CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
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CERT MODE
SET REFERENCE
Set the light source to the wavelength shown or AUTO mode if the source is an OWL source that is
capable of AUTO mode (which allows simultaneous dual-wavelength testing).
Press TEST to set the SOURCE REFERENCE POWER.
SOURCE REFERENCE POWER
Wavelength
Power Typical
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
After a few seconds, the SOURCE REFERENCE POWER will be shown. Press DONE when all
references have been set.
SOURCE REFERENCE POWER
Wavelength
xxxPower
1310nm
1550nm
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
xTypical
-10.21dBm
-10.60dBm
-10.00dBm
-10.00dBm
NOTE: if not using an AUTO
source and a second wavelength
is required, connect a separate
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
reference cable between the
testers and follow the procedure
for the second wavelength.
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
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CERT MODE
SET REFERENCE
This slide explains testing the additional test cable. Press YES to continue.
Checking additional test cable
(dotted line)
The additional test cable is
used to connect the optical
power meter to the link
under test, but is not used
for setting a reference.
Therefore, this test cable
should be checked prior to
testing to ensure it does
not introduce excessive
loss into the final optical
loss measurement.
You should measure your test
cable loss before testing.
Do you wish to do it now?
042
CW
MOD
AUTO
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
Connect a mating sleeve to the end of each reference cable, then plug an additional test cable
as shown. Press any key on the meter to proceed.
CW
AUTO
Using your test reference
cables, please connect the meter
and injector as shown and
press any key to proceed.
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
PORT
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CERT MODE
SET REFERENCE
Press TEST to measure the REFERENCE CABLE LOSS.
REFERENCE CABLE LOSS
Wavelength
xxxLoss Maximum
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
CW
AUTO
MOD
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
After a few seconds, the REFERENCE CABLE LOSS will be shown. (NOTE: If Loss exceeds Maximum,
it is recommended to replace the additional test cable and/or mating sleeve.)
Press DONE to record the REFERENCE CABLE LOSS and continue.
REFERENCE CABLE LOSS
Wavelength
xxxLoss
1310nm
1550nm
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
Maximum
0.21dBxx
0.75dBxx
0.40dBxx
0.75dBxx
CW
AUTO
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
PORT
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CERT MODE
MEASURE FIBER LENGTH
Fiber length is required for the meter to correctly calculate the PASS/FAIL link budget (fiber loss + connection loss + splice loss). If no length is entered,
the link budget will be lower than it should be because the fiber loss value will be 0.0 dB, resulting in potentially false FAIL results when the link may
be perfectly fine to begin with.
The testers are now ready to take measurements. Press YES on the meter to start testing the
fiber link at this time.
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
CW
Do you wish to start testing
this fiber link now?
YES NO
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
Remove the mating sleeve from between the reference cable and test cable.
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=MC R=WA10
----nm
PASS 1.8 6b y dB
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
--.--
LEN WAVE
dB
CW
MOD
SAVETEST
AUTO
PORT
AUTO
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
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TEST PROCEDURES
CERT MODE
MEASURE FIBER LENGTH
Remove the mating sleeve from between the reference cable and test cable, then connect a
second additional test cable to the OPM port on the meter.
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=MC R=WA10
----nm
PASS 1.8 6b y dB
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
--.--
LEN WAVE
dB
CW
AUTO
MOD
SAVETEST
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
With both test cables still attached, take the METER to its assigned location. Take the light source
to its assigned location along with a separate additional test cable.
MC WA10
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=MC R=WA10
----nm
dB
--.--
PASS 1 .86by dB
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
LEN WAVE
SAVETEST
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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TEST PROCEDURES
3
3
CERT MODE
MEASURE FIBER LENGTH
Press TEST on the METER to initiate the optical length measurement.
MC WA10
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
the meter to the fibers as
shown or enter length manually.
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
NOTE: the source is not used
during length measurement.
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
Press LENGTH on the METER. Connect the meter cables into a pair of fibers, then connect the third
additional cable to the same pair on the far end of the link as shown on the meter display.
MC WA10
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
the meter to the fibers as
shown or enter length manually.
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
NOTE: the source is not used
during length measurement.
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
NOTE: skip steps 23 and 24 when using a F7L (Fiber OWL 7 LITE)
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TEST PROCEDURES
3
CERT MODE
MEASURE FIBER LENGTH
Once the length measurement is complete, or was entered manually, the meter will return to the
test results screen with the length shown. At this time, disconnect the test cables from the link.
MC WA10
These cables are no longer
required for testing and
can be set aside.
CERT
FIBER#1
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=MC R=WA10
----nm
dB
--.--
PASS 1 .86by dB
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
the meter to the fibers as
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
shown or enter length manually.
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
SAVETEST
LEN WAVE
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
The Length measurement
will appear in the Length
field.
NOTE: as an option, the fiber length may be entered manually
instead of connecting the meter and loopback cable to the link
under test.
To enter the fiber length in meters manually, press MANUAL. For example,
if the fiber length is 100 meters, enter the number ‘100’.
When the number has been entered, press DONE to return to the test
results screen.
NOTE: the source is not used
during length measurement.
Enter fiber length in meters:x x
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
100
ABCDEFG HIJKLM
NOPQRST UVWXYZ
0123456 789 : ; <
Use arrows to highlight letter
then press the enter key. Tap
the power button to abort.
AUTO
PORT
<-- SHIFT SPACE DONE
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TEST PROCEDURES
CERT MODE
TAKE READINGS AND STORE TEST RESULTS
To reset the reference during testing, press the ENTER key until the ZERO button appears in the
menu. Press ZERO, then follow steps through .
Connect the METER and source into the first fiber in the link under test as shown, then press TEST.
After a few seconds, the test reading(s) will appear on the screen.
MC WA10
TEST RESULTS
GREEN PASS
RED FAIL
BLUE INVALID OPERATING MARGIN
(indicates invalid “negative loss” test condition;
re-set the reference)
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=MC R=WA10
1310nm
dB
-0.24
PASS 1.86 by dB
1550nm
dB
-0.23
PASS 1.87 by dB
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
LEN WAVE
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
SOURCE
Press SAVE to store the test result, then SAVE again at the RUN NAME screen (run name can be
changed if necessary).
MC WA10
CERT
FIBER#2
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=MC R=WA10
1310nm
dB
-0.24
PASS 1.86 by dB
1550nm
dB
-0.23
PASS 1.87 by dB
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
LEN WAVE
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
REPEAT STEPS THROUGH FOR EACH
SUBSEQUENT FIBER TO BE TESTED.
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
OVERVIEW
LOSS MODE – After a fiber cable has been installed and terminated, optical loss measurements can be used to measure the quality
of a fiber link. A comparison between the actual power measurement and the reference value determines how much optical power is
lost through the link.
LOSS
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-0.24
1550nm
dB
-0.23
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
METER
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
SOURCE
LOSS MODE
AUTO
PORT
Using a meter and a source, each
individual fiber is separately for loss.
LOSS MODE can be performed with all models of FIBER OWL 7 optical power meter and standalone light source (purchased
separately or as part of a certification test kit).
TEST PROCEDURE
This procedure demonstrates a test procedure that assumes that the fiber link was properly designed, installed, and tested according
to industry standard requirements and recommended “best practices” as shown below:
Link Under Test
Patch
Panel
Patch
Cable
(to active
equipment)
Interconnection
Link
Under
Test
an interconnection (i.e. patch panel or wall outlet)
on both ends of the link
Patch
Panel
1-jumper reference method
(no adapters between meter and source)
For non-standard link configurations, such as a patch panel on one end, or “home run” (i.e. no patch panels), technicians may need to
adjust their test procedure and reference method accordingly.
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
GATHER LINK SETUP INFORMATION
To make the setup process go more smoothly, have the following information ready in advance. See the appendix for a helpful Link
Setup Worksheet:
LINK NAME – general information about the job (user-definable)
Project Name of the overall project
Location Building or geographic area where the fiber link is located
Meter End End of the fiber link where the meter unit will be used
Source End End of the fiber link where the light source unit will be used
FIBER TEST MODE – how to go about testing the fiber link
Test Mode CERT
Standard Cabling standard used for the certification test; most technicians will use EIA/TIA 568C.3
TEST CORD TYPE – defines inter-connection loss at the very ends of the fiber link .where the test equipment connects in (patch
panels, wall outlets) – Options: REFERENCE-grade or STANDARD-grade
SOURCE PORT refers to the type of test cord attached to the light source
OPM PORT refers to the type of test cord attached to the optical power meter
LINK INFORMATION – physical configuration of the link under test
Fiber Type Type of fiber used in the link under test; options may vary based on chosen cabling standard
(see appendix for a fiber type diagram)
Connections Total number of inter-connections in the link under test (patch panels, other mating
sleeves) including the connections at the far end of the link
Splices Number of splices in the link under test; can be either fusion or mechanical splices
Reference Method 1-jumper reference method
ENCIRCLED FLUX – is EF compliance required for this test: YES or NO (only required for multimode testing)
Consult cabling standard documentation or end user requirements to determine if EF compliance is required; if so, special
mode controller cables will be required for setting the optical reference (aka “zeroing”).
RUN NAME – naming of fiber test results within the job to uniquely identify individual fiber strands
Name The name used to identify the group of individual fiber strands in the link
Number The sta rtin g fiber s tran d numbe r in the l ink. Th e numb er wil l be auto mati cally
incremented as the test results are saved.
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
GATHER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
(SINGLEMODE)
(2) SINGLEMODE CABLES
REFERENCE CABLE (1)
(per light source port)
LENGTH IN
LENGTH
CLASS 1M LASER
OUT
METER
MATING SLEEVE (1)
TEST CABLE (2)
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST
MATING SLEEVETEST CABLE (2) REFERENCE CABLE (1)
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE TEST EQUIPMENT PORTS
SOURCE
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
GATHER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
(62.5/125µm MULTIMODE OM1)
MATING SLEEVE (1)(2) 62.5/125 MULTIMODE CABLES TEST CABLE (2)
REFERENCE CABLE (1) & 0.7” MANDREL (1)
ENCIRCLED FLUX MODE CONTROLLER CABLE
METER
(per light source port)
– OR –
(per light source port)
LENGTH IN
CLASS 1M LASER
OUT
LENGTH
EF
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE TEST EQUIPMENT PORTS
0.7”
SOURCE
MATING SLEEVETEST CABLE (2) REFERENCE CABLE (1)
EF
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
GATHER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
(50/125µm MULTIMODE OM2/3/4)
MATING SLEEVE (1)(2) 50/125 MULTIMODE CABLES TEST CABLE (2)
REFERENCE CABLE (1) & 0.7” MANDREL (1)
ENCIRCLED FLUX MODE CONTROLLER CABLE
METER
(per light source port)
– OR –
(per light source port)
LENGTH IN
CLASS 1M LASER
OUT
LENGTH
EF
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE LINK UNDER TEST
CONNECTOR TYPES MUST MATCH THE TEST EQUIPMENT PORTS
0.9”
SOURCE
MATING SLEEVETEST CABLE (2) REFERENCE CABLE (1)
EF
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
CONFIGURE JOB PARAMETERS
Power on the Fiber OWL 7. Press to CREATE NEW LINK, then
to start link configuration.
STARTUP MENU
RESUME TESTING
CREATE NEW LINK
LOAD STORED LINK
OPM MODE
MAIN MENU
EXIT
BACK
SELECT
Start link configuration
LINK INFORMATION
to navigate the entry fields,
and to edit the contents of the
selected field. Press NEXT to continue.
LINK NAME
PROJECT
ACME CORP
LOCATION
HQ WEST
METER/MASTER END ‘M’
MC
SOURCE/REMOTE END ‘R’
WA10
NEXT BACK HELP
FIBER TEST MODE
to navigate the entry fields,
and to select the appropriate setting.
Press NEXT to continue.
FIBER TEST MODE
TEST MODE
LOSS
STANDARD
EIA/TIA 568C.3
Note: In LOSS mode the selected
standard is ignored and no
Pass/Fail results are shown.
SOURCE PORT TEST CORDS
STANDARD
OPM PORT TEST CORDS
STANDARD
HELPNEXT BACK
NOTE: STANDARD
is not used for
LOSS mode.
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
CONFIGURE JOB PARAMETERS
LINK PARAMETERS
to navigate the entry fields, and
to edit the contents of the selected
field. Press NEXT to continue.
LINK INFORMATION
FIBER TYPE
INDOOR SM
CONNECTIONS
JUMPER
2
1
REFERENCE
SPLICES CONNECTOR
2
NON MPO
CONNECTIONS INCLUDE PREVIOUSLY
DEFINED TEST CABLES.
CHOOSE ‘NON MPO’ CONNECTOR WHEN
NOT AUTO TEST MPO CABLES.
NEXT BACK HELP
RUN NAME
to navigate the entry fields, and
to edit the contents of the selected
field. Press NEXT to continue.
ENCIRCLED FLUX (multimode only)
select YES if Encircled Flux compliance is
required; select NO if EF compliance is
not required.
Encircled Flux Mode Controller Cable
EF
Controlling the output from a
multimode light source port...
MM
...produces a specific
modal output pattern at
the optical power meter...
...ensuring consistent test
results across a broad range
of multimode light sources
Will this link be tested using
Encircled Flux Compliant
methods?
YES NO
Review the LINK INFORMATION. If the
information is correct, SAVE to continue.
NAME
FIBER#
NUMBER
1
RUN NAME
LINK INFORMATION
Project: ACME CORP
HQ WESTLocation:
MCMeter End:
WA10Source End:
LOSSTest Mode:
EIA/TIA 568C.3Standard:
Indoor SMFiber Type:
2Connections:
2Splices:
1 JumperReference Method:
Source jumper: STANDARD
Meter jumper: STANDARD
Fiber Group: FIBER#
HELPBACKNEXT
NoEncircled Flux Compliant:
1Fiber Number:
BACKSAVE
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
CONFIGURE JOB PARAMETERS
On the METER, YES to begin the SET
REFERENCE procedure.
Setting a reference
(aka “zeroing”)
Sets a baseline optical power
level between a power meter
and light source prior to
taking measurements.
The difference between this
reference level and the
link power measurement
is called optical loss.
You must set a zero reference
before testing. Do you wish
to do it now?
YES NO
Power ON the light source to be used
for the test.
CW
AUTO
MOD
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
Connect the appropriate reference cable as shown between the OPM port on the Fiber OWL 7 and
the light source port being used for this test, then press any key on the meter to proceed.
Using your test reference
cables, please connect the meter
and source as shown and
press any key to proceed.
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CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
SET REFERENCE
Set the light source to the wavelength shown or AUTO mode if the source is an OWL source that is
capable of AUTO mode (which allows simultaneous dual-wavelength testing).
Press TEST to set the SOURCE REFERENCE POWER.
SOURCE REFERENCE POWER
Wavelength
Power Typical
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
After a few seconds, the SOURCE REFERENCE POWER will be shown. Press DONE when all
references have been set.
SOURCE REFERENCE POWER
Wavelength
xxxPower
1310nm
1550nm
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
xTypical
-10.21dBm
-10.60dBm
-10.00dBm
-10.00dBm
NOTE: if not using an AUTO
source and a second wavelength
is required, connect a separate
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
reference cable between the
testers and follow the procedure
for the second wavelength.
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
SET REFERENCE
This slide explains testing the additional test cable. Press YES to continue.
Checking additional test cable
(dotted line)
The additional test cable is
used to connect the optical
power meter to the link
under test, but is not used
for setting a reference.
Therefore, this test cable
should be checked prior to
testing to ensure it does
not introduce excessive
loss into the final optical
loss measurement.
You should measure your test
cable loss before testing.
Do you wish to do it now?
042
CW
MOD
AUTO
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
Connect a mating sleeve to the end of each reference cable, then plug an additional test cable
as shown. Press any key on the meter to proceed.
CW
AUTO
Using your test reference
cables, please connect the meter
and injector as shown and
press any key to proceed.
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
PORT
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
SET REFERENCE
Press TEST to measure the REFERENCE CABLE LOSS.
REFERENCE CABLE LOSS
Wavelength
xxxLoss Maximum
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
CW
AUTO
MOD
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
After a few seconds, the REFERENCE CABLE LOSS will be shown. (NOTE: If Loss exceeds Maximum,
it is recommended to replace the additional test cable and/or mating sleeve.)
Press DONE to record the REFERENCE CABLE LOSS and continue.
REFERENCE CABLE LOSS
Wavelength
xxxLoss
1310nm
1550nm
Set source to AUTO or 1310nm
You will need to set a source
power reference for each
wavelength that you are testing.
Press TEST to measure.
Press DONE after testing all
wavelengths.
Maximum
0.21dBxx
0.75dBxx
0.40dBxx
0.75dBxx
CW
AUTO
HELP
TEST
WAVE BACK
DONE
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
PORT
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TEST PROCEDURES
3
3
LOSS MODE
TAKE READINGS AND STORE TEST RESULTS
To add the fiber length value to LOSS MODE stored readings, follow the procedure in the LINK
LENGTH section.
The testers are now ready to take measurements. Press YES on the meter to start testing the
fiber link at this time.
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
CW
AUTO
Do you wish to start testing
this fiber link now?
YES NO
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
PORT
Connect the METER and source into the first fiber in the link under test as shown, then press TEST.
COMPUTER ROOM NETWORK HUB 3
CERT
FIBER#1
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
----nm
dB
--.--
PASS 1 .86by dB
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
the meter to the fibers as
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
shown or enter length manually.
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
LEN WAVE
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
SAVETEST
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
SOURCE
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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TEST PROCEDURES
LOSS MODE
TAKE READINGS AND STORE TEST RESULTS
To reset the reference during testing, press the ENTER key until the ZERO button appears in the
menu. Press ZERO, then follow steps through .
After a few seconds, the test reading(s) will appear on the screen.
COMPUTER ROOM NETWORK HUB 3
TEST RESULTS
BLACK NORMAL
BLUE INVALID OPERATING MARGIN
(indicates invalid “negative loss” test condition;
re-set the reference)
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-0.24
1550nm
dB
-0.23
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
LEN WAVE
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
SOURCE
Press SAVE to store the test result, then SAVE again at the RUN NAME screen (run name can be
changed if necessary).
COMPUTER ROOM NETWORK HUB 3
CERT
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-0.24
1550nm
dB
-0.23
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
LEN WAVE
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
REPEAT STEPS THROUGH FOR EACH
SUBSEQUENT FIBER TO BE TESTED.
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
OVERVIEW
OPM MODE – Optical power is an absolute measurement of the amount of light intensity; i.e. “brightness”, and can be measured
either at the output of a transmitter (transmit power), or at the input of a receiver (receiver sensitivity). When in OPM (optical power
meter) mode, Fiber OWL 7 certifiers can be directly attached to this equipment via a patch cord to check whether the transmitter is
within the manufacturer’s specified power range.
Measure
transmitter
power
OPTICAL POWER
MEASUREMENT
Measure
receiver
sensitivity
OPM MODE can be performed with all models of FIBER OWL 7 optical power meter.
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
ACCESSING OPM MODE
Power on the Fiber OWL 7.
Or, if meter is already powered on, press
Press to OPM MODE, then to
continue.
MENU, then for OPERATIONS MENU.
The meter will immediately begin to display optical power readings.
STARTUP MENU
RESUME TESTING
CREATE NEW LINK
LOAD STORED LINK
OPM MODE
MAIN MENU
BACK
SELECT
Start link configuration
EXIT
1310nm
LOW
1550nm
LOW
OPM
dBm
dBm
LEN WAVE
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
AVAILABLE FUNCTIONS
LENGTH Measure fiber spool or link length; see LINK LENGTH section
WAVE Select next wavelength
ZERO Sets optical reference for the currently displayed wavelength (or two wavelengths if using a
compatible OWL auto-capable light source)
UNITS Toggles display units between dBm (optical power) and dB (optical loss)
EDIT Edit link setup information
LOAD Load a previously stored link (make sure that references are re-set before taking further
measurement
MENU Access MAIN MENU
DISPLAYED RESULT
LOW No measurable amount of incoming optical power
HIGH Incoming optical power is too bright to be measured
(black) Normal optical power/loss measurement
(blue) INVALID OPERATING MARGIN (indicates invalid “negative loss” or “gain” test condition; re-set the
reference using the ZERO function)
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
TRANSMITTER OUTPUT POWER MEASUREMENT
Measure the output power directly from network transmission equipment to determine if the equipment is transmitting within manufacturer output power
specifications.
Connect the Fiber OWL 7 to the transmitter port
of the transmission equipment (e.g. switch,
router, hub, GBIC, light source, etc.) and make
sure the equipment is powered on.
example: network switch
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dBm
LOW
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LEN WAVE
Press WAVE until the meter is set to the same
wavelength as the network equipment.
Press UNITS until the meter is set to display
optical power in dBm.
example: network switch
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
LOW
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LEN WAVE
dBm
View the displayed optical power.
NOTE: if the transmitter is sending out digital data, the displayed power
level will fluctuate based on average power of data bits received during
the sampling period.
example: network switch
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dBm
-4.72
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LEN WAVE
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
RECEIVER SENSITIVITY MEASUREMENT
Output power measured from a transmitter through a link at the far-end receiver will determine if the received power is within manufacturer receiver sensitivity
specifications.
TXRX
TXRX
Remove the patch cable from the
receiver port.
TXRX
Connect the patch cable to the OPM port on the
TXRX
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dBm
LOW
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LEN WAVE
Fiber OWL 7. Set the meter to dBm mode, and
also the same wavelength as the transmitter.
TXRX
View displayed receiver sensitivity power level.
TXRX
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dBm
-17.7 2
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LEN WAVE
NOTE: if the transmitter is sending out digital data, the displayed power
level will fluctuate based on average power of data bits received during
the sampling period.
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
OPTICAL LOSS MEASUREMENT
Measure the attenuation, or loss, of optical fiber links.
Connect an appropriate reference cable (one per light source port) as shown between the OPM port on the
Fiber OWL 7 and the light source port being used for the loss measurement.
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
1550nm
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LOW
LOW
LEN WAVE
dBm
dBm
CW
AUTO
MOD
PORT
Power on the light source, then set both units to the same wavelength.
NOTE: if using an OWL auto-test capable source, set the source into AUTO mode to test both wavelengths simultaneously.
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
-10.24
LEN WAVE
dBm
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
AUTO
PORT
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
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TEST PROCEDURES
3
OPM MODE
OPTICAL LOSS MEASUREMENT
Measure the attenuation, or loss, of optical fiber links.
Press ZERO to set the reference. The measurement units will automatically change to dB.
NOTE: if using an OWL auto-test source, both wavelengths will be set simultaneously.
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
- 0.001
dBm
CW
AUTO
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
ZERO
UNITS
LOAD
MOD
WaveSource Pro
Optical Source
PORT
Connect the METER and source into the first fiber in the link under test as shown. The meter will begin to
display loss readings automatically.
OPM
FIBER#1
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-1.23
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
the meter to the fibers as
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
shown or enter length manually.
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
UNITS
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
LOADZERO
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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TEST PROCEDURES
3
3
OPM MODE
CONTINUITY
To ensure fibers are installed into a patch panel in the correct order, or need to trace a particular fiber from one end to the other, connect a light source to one end of
the fiber link, then connect the Fiber OWL 7 into each fiber at a time until a proper reading appears on the display.
Connect the light source into the fiber port being verified, then connect the Fiber OWL 7 into the fiber ports
one at a time. Connecting into the wrong port will result in a very low power reading.
OPM
FIBER#1
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dBm
-61.2 3
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
the meter to the fibers as
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
shown or enter length manually.
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
UNITS
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
LOADZERO
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
Once the meter is connected to the same fiber (continuity achieved), a reading that is close to the light
source’s calibration power level will appear.
OPM
FIBER#1
SIDE A SIDE B
1 231 2
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dBm
-10.2 3
Loopback cable
at far end
completes the
loop for length
measurement
To test the fiber length, attach
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
the meter to the fibers as
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
shown or enter length manually.
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
UNITS
MANUAL
TEST
BACK
LOADZERO
CW
MOD
WaveSource Pro
AUTO
PORT
Optical Source
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
PATCH CABLE VERIFICATION
Check patch cables before testing to determine if they are okay to use.
NOTE: when using a F7L (Fiber OWL 7 LITE) power meter, a separate light source is required for checking patch cables.
Connect a patch cable between the OPM port and the source port on the Fiber OWL 7.
Make sure the UNITS are set to dBm.
NOTE: the Fiber OWL 7 must be capable of testing that type of fiber; i.e. singlemode and/or multimode.
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
LOW
dBm
Press MENU > OPERATIONS MENU > CONFIGURE SOURCE
NOTE: the Fiber OWL 7 must be capable of testing that type of fiber; i.e. singlemode and/or multimode. See table below
for a list of source settings.
If using CW (continuous wave) mode, choose one of the available wavelengths.
If using AUTO mode, both available wavelengths will be used.
Once all the settings have been
set, press EXIT to return to the
OPERATIONS MENU, then
re-ENTER OPM MODE.
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
LEN
WAVE
XXXXXXSOURCE SETTINGS
PORT:
SM
MODE:
CW
WAVE:
1310
(nm)
SAVE
QUIT HELP
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TEST PROCEDURES
OPM MODE
PATCH CABLE VERIFICATION
Check patch cables before testing to determine if they are okay to use.
NOTE: when using a F7L (Fiber OWL 7 LITE) power meter, a separate light source is required for checking patch cables.
Connect a patch cable between the OPM port and the source port on the Fiber OWL 7.
NOTE: If AUTO mode was chosen, both wavelengths will fill in automatically.
If CW mode was chosen, press WAVE so that the OPM wavelength is the same as the chosen source wavelength.
The patch cable measurement should be close to the NIST calibrated power level:
(may be a little higher or lower)
SINGLEMODE (1310/1550): -10.00 dBm
62.5/125um MULTIMODE (850/1300): -20.00 dBm
50/125um MULTIMODE (850/1300): -23.00 dBm
NOTE: consider replacing patch cables that fall more than 1 dB below these suggested values
OPM
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
-10.24
Length: 0m WAVE: xxx10 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON:X2
INDOOR SM SPL:X2 ENTER
dBm
LEN
WAVE
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
MAIN MENU
From any test results screen on the MASTER, press the MENU button to access the MAIN MENU.
OPERATIONS MENU
CREATE NEW LINK See “Link Wizard” section
CONFIGURE SOURCE Control the light source port
SYSTEM INFORMATION Display system information
ENTER OPM MODE Optical Power Meter (OPM) mode
SETUP MENU
OPERATING PARAMETERS Set Length units / index of refraction
USER INFORMATION Enter user name and phone number
DISPLAY PREFERENCES Display dimness / brightness / speaker
POWER OPTIONS Display timer: dim / standby / off
CUSTOM STANDARD Configure a user-customizable standard
UTILITIES MENU
SET SYSTEM CLOCK Set real-time clock
FORMAT DATA FLASH Formats data storage - erases all stored links
FACTORY RESET Reset to factory defaults
VIEW SLIDES View help slides
MANUFACTURER SETUP Manufacturer only - no user configurable settings
STORED LINKS View the data stored in the MASTER
HELP TOPICS View various help topics regarding the operation of the MASTER
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCEOPERATION/MAINTENANCE
OPERATIONS MENU
From any test results screen on the MASTER, press the MENU button to access the MAIN MENU.
From the MAIN MENU, select OPERATIONS MENU.
CREATE NEW LINK See “Link Wizard” section
CONFIGURE SOURCE Control the light source port
SYSTEM INFORMATION Display system information
ENTER OPM MODE Optical Power Meter (OPM) mode
OPERATIONS MENU > CONFIGURE SOURCE -- Control the light source port in the MASTER
PORT SM Singlemode (SM) port -- WAVE (nm): 1310nm
MODE OFF source is powered off
CW displayed WAVE is on continuously
TONE displayed WAVE modulates at specific frequency
AUTO displayed PORT auto-switches (MM: 850/1300, SM: 1310/1550)
EXIT Save settings and return to OPERATIONS MENU
HELP Context-sensitive help
OPERATIONS MENU > SYSTEM INFORMATION -- View system-specific hardware, firmware,
calibration, and date/time information
OPERATIONS MENU > ENTER OPM MODE -- Allows the user to perform basic optical power
measurements in dBm when certification or loss measurements are not required -- such as
measuring output power from an active transmitter (NIC, SFP, GBIC, switch port, etc.)
When used with an OWL auto-wavelength light source, up to 2 wavelengths can be measured
simultaneously.
context-sensitive help
scroll through various groups of menu options
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
SETUP MENU
From any test results screen on the MASTER, press the MENU button to access the MAIN MENU.
From the MAIN MENU, select SETUP MENU.
OPERATING PARAMETERS Set Length units / index of refraction
USER INFORMATION Enter user name and phone number
DISPLAY PREFERENCES Display dimness / brightness / speaker
POWER OPTIONS Display timer: dim / standby / off
CUSTOM STANDARD Configure a user-customizable standard
SETUP MENU > OPERATING PARAMETERS -- set length units and index of refraction
LENGTH UNITS METERS display length measurements in meters
FEET display length measurements in feet
FIBER INDEX sets the index of refraction used for length measurements
Range of values: 1.4000 to 1.6000
Default value: 1.4681
SAVE Save settings and return to SETUP MENU
EXIT Exit without saving settings and return to SETUP MENU
HELP Context-sensitive help
SETUP MENU > USER INFORMATION -- Set user name and phone number
USER NAME 15 characters
PHONE NUMBER 10-digit phone number
SAVE Save settings and return to SETUP MENU
EXIT Exit without saving settings and return to SETUP MENU
HELP Context-sensitive help
SETUP MENU > DISPLAY OPTIONS -- Set options for the user interface such as display dimness
and brightness levels, and internal speaker operation.
DIMNESS dimness level during power saving mode
Range of values: 25 to 125 (dim level previews as value changes)
BRIGHTNESS Brightness level during normal operation
Range of values: 150 to 254 (brightness level previews as value changes)
SPEAKER turns speaker ON or OFF
SAVE Save settings and return to SETUP MENU
EXIT Exit without saving settings and return to SETUP MENU
HELP Context-sensitive help
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
SETUP MENU
SETUP MENU > POWER OPTIONS -- Set duration for various power saving modes
DIM TIME minutes before display dims
Range of values: 1 to 250
STANDBY TIME minutes before unit goes into standby mode (only display turns off)
Range of values: 2 to 250
OFF TIME minutes before unit turns completely off
Range of values: 3 to 250
SAVE Save settings and return to SETUP MENU
EXIT Exit without saving settings and return to SETUP MENU
HELP Context-sensitive help
SETUP MENU > CUSTOM STANDARD -- configure a custom standard with user-definable standard parameters. Parameters are
set for each fiber type.
FIBER TYPE Options: 62.5um OM1 / 50.0um OM2 / 50.0um OM3 / 50.0um OM4
Indoor SM / Outdoor SM
Select a fiber type and press EDIT to set parameters for that fiber type.
Wave (nm) Up to 2 wavelengths (column A and B) can be defined per fiber type
Options: 850, 980, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625, 0
Two types of standards can be defined:
GENERIC STANDARDS (link budget is calculated based on link configuration)
uses Loss/km, Max len, Con loss, and Spl loss
APPLICATION STANDARDS (link budget is a fixed number)
uses Max loss, Min loss, and Max len
GENERIC STANDARD PARAMETERS
Loss/km (dB) Amount of acceptable dB loss (attenuation) per kilometer of fiber
Max len (m) Maximum length of fiber link in meters
Con loss (dB) dB loss per interconnection; defines both reference-grade and standard-grade reference cable connectors
Spl loss (dB) dB loss per splice; can be either fusion or mechanical splices
APPLICATION STANDARD PARAMETERS
Max loss (dB) loss measurements that exceed Max loss will show as a FAIL
Min loss (dB) loss measurements that do not reach the Min loss will show as a FAIL
Max len (m) Maximum length of fiber link in meters
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
UTILITIES MENU
From any test results screen on the MASTER, press the MENU button to access the MAIN MENU.
From the MAIN MENU, select UTILITIES MENU.
SET SYSTEM CLOCK Set real-time clock
FORMAT DATA FLASH Formats data storage - erases all stored links
FACTORY RESET Reset to factory defaults
VIEW SLIDES Browse through the various help slides
MANUFACTURER SETUP Manufacturer only - no user configurable settings
UTILITIES MENU > SET SYSTEM CLOCK -- set time and date
DATE Format: MM/DD/YY (MM=month/DD=day/YY=year)
TIME Format: HH:MM:SS (HH=hour/MM=minute/SS=second) : AM/PM
SET Save settings and return to UTILITIES MENU
EXIT Exit without saving settings and return to UTILITIES MENU
UTILITIES MENU > FACTORY RESET -- reset to factory defaults
YES Reset device to factory defaults
NO Exit without resetting device and return to UTILITIES MENU
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
WORKING WITH STORED DATA
Each stored link has two lines of information:
Job / Site info
Location info for the MASTER and REMOTE.
GREEN text shows the link that is currently loaded in memory.
Use the link selection cursor ( ) to select a link to work with.
Stored runs: shows how many data points are stored at the link selection cursor.
LOAD loads the selected link, and displays a list of fiber runs stored for that link
DONE exits the stored links list without loading a link (prompting the user to set a
reference and start testing the selected fiber link), or exits the stored runs list
while loading the last run in the selected link
DELETE delete the selected link, or all links
PAGE loads the next page of stored links (if more links than will fit on one page)
HELP view context-sensitive help
BACK same as DONE
VIEW view LINK INFORMATION screen
LOAD displays the test results for the currently selected fiber run
DONE exits the stored runs list while loading the last run in the selected link
DELETE delete the selected fiber, or all fiber runs for that link
PAGE loads the next page of stored runs (if more runs than will fit on one page)
HELP view context-sensitive help
BACK same as DONE
VIEW view all STORED RUN data for the selected fiber run
NEXT displays next set of fiber runs
PREV displays the previous set of fiber runs
BACK return to the previous STORED LINKS screen
HELP view context-sensitive help
Information includes:
Project / Job info (ACME CORP / OPS)
MASTER / REMOTE location info (COMPUTER ROOM - DATA CENTER)
Fiber run info ( FIBER#1 03/22/17 10:47AM)
Fiber test result, and wavelength
Fiber parameters (Length, Mode, Standard, Fiber Type, Connections, Splices)
Use arrow keys to navigate through the available fiber data
GREEN text indicates a PASS
RED text indicates a FAIL
BLUE text indicates an invalid reading
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
UNIVERSAL PORT
Universal Port
The Fiber OWL 7 optical power meter contains a universal connector port which allows for coupling to any fiber optic connector that
uses a 2.5mm ferrule (e.g. ST, SC, FC, etc.).
What gives this port its flexibility is that only the ferrule is inserted into the port. Since there is no latching mechanism to speak of, any
2.5mm ferrule connector can be inserted into the same port without having to swap adapter ports. There is no longer the need to
purchase or maintain additional adapter caps for each different connector type.
This detector port is designed so that the cone of acceptance falls completely onto the detector, regardless of how the connector may
turn, twist, or wiggle in the port. Because of this, you can be assured that the connection will always produce an accurate reading as
long as it is inserted completely into the port (see the diagram below).
Additionally, some connectors use a 1.25mm ferrule. The flexible universal port system on the Fiber OWL 7 allows the user to remove
the 2.5mm adapter and place a 1.25mm adapter (included with each Fiber OWL 7) for connection to LC, MU, and other SFF
connectors which use the 1.25mm ferrule.
Please call 262-473-0643 with any questions you may have about the universal port, or any other of our fiber optic test products.
2.5 mm
ferrule
62.5/125 µm core
2.5 mm
connector
port
1 mm detector
2
Use of SC Connectors with 2.5mm Universal Port
Take extra care when inserting SC connectors into the 2.5mm universal port as the spring-loading action of the SC connector may
cause improper insertion. Call OWL at (262) 473-0643 with any questions.
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
Required accessories:
A) Isopropyl Alcohol (91% or better)
CLEANING THE DETECTOR PORT
B) Round wooden toothpick with sharp point
(NOTE: do not use a metal pin or needle since metal will scratch the
surface of the detector)
C) Cotton swab
D) Jeweler’s loupe (10x magnification recommended)
E) Compressed Air (not shown)
Place a small amount of cotton from the swab onto the wooden
toothpick as shown at right.
Wet the cotton toothpick tip with the isopropyl alcohol.
Remove the adapter cap from the power meter detector port.
USING GREAT CARE, gently insert the cotton toothpick tip into the detector port.
B
C
A
D
WARNIN G! BE VE RY CA REFU L WHE N INSERTI NG TH E
If dust or dirt are still present, repeat steps until the detector port is free of debris.
If no dust or dirt is found, replace the adapter cap on the detector port and cover the detector
port with the dust cap.
TOOTHPICK INTO THE DETECTOR PORT. THERE IS A VERY THIN
GLASS WINDOW THAT WILL EASILY BREAK WITH TOO MUCH
PRESSURE.
Using as little pressure as possible, rotate the cotton toothpick tip in the detector port
to clear away any dust or dirt that has accumulated on the detector.
Using light pressure from the compressed air, blow out the detector port.
Use the jewelers loupe to inspect the detector end face.
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OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE LIGHT SOURCE/VFL PORT
This cleaning procedure applies to the light source/VFL port on the Fiber OWL 7 optical power meter. For more information about
cleaning the DETECTOR port on the Fiber OWL 7, see page 23.
Required Accessories:
= Isopropyl alcohol (91% or better)
= In-adapter fiber optic cleaning accessories, such as 2.5mm cleaning swabs or 2.5mm HUXCleaner™
= In-adapter fiber optic inspection scope (200x magnification or greater recommended)
= Compressed Air (optional)
Below are procedures for “wet” cleaning and “dry” cleaning. For best results, a combination of these cleaning methods is
recommended.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: WHEN INSPECTING AN OPTICAL PORT, NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
INTO THE PORT WITHOUT SUFFICIENT EYE PROTECTION. THE OPTICAL PORT MAY BE ENERGIZED WITH
POWERFUL INVISIBLE RADIATION THAT IS HARMFUL TO THE HUMAN EYE.
INVISIBLE LIGHT IS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS SINCE THE EYE IS NOT AWARE OF EXPOSURE TO HARMFUL
INVISIBLE ENERGY, AND BECOMES INCREASINGLY DANGEROUS WITH PROLONGED EXPOSURE.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL EXPOSURE TO OPTICAL ENERGY, IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO POWER OFF
EQUIPMENT BEFORE INSPECTING OPTICAL PORTS.
IT IS ALSO HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO USE AN LCD-BASED FIBER INSPECTION SCOPE, WHICH CAN INSPECT
OPTICAL PORTS AND FIBER ENDFACES WITHOUT EXPOSING THE EYE TO HARMFUL OPTICAL RADIATION.
“WET” CLEAN PROCEDURE
Wet the tip of a 2.5mm cleaning swab with isopropyl
alcohol.
Carefully insert the wet tip of the swab into the optical
port.
Clean out the optical port according to the directions
provided with the swabs.
Blow dry the optical port with the compressed air. If
compressed air is not available, allow 2 minutes for
the alcohol to evaporate.
Carefully insert a dry 2.5mm cleaning swab or a
Clean out the optical port according to the directions
Inspect the optical port with the in-adapter fiber optic
If the port is still dirty, another round of cleaning will be
necessary. You may also want to use a combination of “wet”
and “dry” cleaning to achieve best results.
“DRY” CLEAN PROCEDURE
2.5mm HUXCleaner™ into the optical port.
that came with the cleaning accessories.
inspection scope to ensure the port is clear of
obstructions.
Inspect the optical port with the in-adapter fiber optic
If the port is still dirty, another round of cleaning will be
necessary. You may also want to use a combination of “wet”
and “dry” cleaning to achieve best results.
inspection scope to ensure the port is clear of
obstructions.
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APPENDICES
MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION INFORMATION
Repair. Repair of this unit by unauthorized personnel is prohibited, and will void any warranty associated with the unit.
Cleaning. For accurate readings, the optical connectors on the Fiber OWL 7 and the connectors on the patch cords should be
cleaned prior to attaching them to each other. Minimize dust and dirt buildup by replacing the dust caps after each use.
Calibration. It is recommended to have Optical Wavelength Laboratories calibrate this unit once per year.
Warranty. The Fiber OWL 7 comes standard with a two-year factory warranty, which covers manufacturer defect and workmanship
only.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
CONTACT INFORMATION
Address:
Optical Wavelength Laboratories, Inc.
N9623 US Hwy 12
Whitewater, WI 53190
Phone:
262-473-0643
Internet:
OWL-INC.COM
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APPENDICES
SUPPORTED CABLING STANDARDS
The Fiber OWL 4 supports the following fiber optic network cabling standards:
ITU G.983.3 EIA/TIA-568 CAN-T529 ISO/IEC 11801
10 Gigabit Ethernet 1000Base-SX 1000Base-LX 100Base-FX
10Base-FL 10Base-FB FDDI ATM-155
ATM-622 Fibre Channel Token Ring FTTH
10-GIGABIT ETHERNET STANDARD
Support for the IEEE 802.3ae 10-Gigabit Ethernet standard has been added to OWL Reporter, which means that Fiber OWL 4 users
can now certify their 10GbE networks.
With this new standard, users are given the option of choosing from one of several versions of this standard, based on the fiber type,
wavelength, and 10GbE electronics used. Below is a summary of the various 10GbE standards.
In order to choose the correct 10GbE standard, it is important to know the specifications of the fiber under test, especially the fiber type
and modal bandwidth.
If these specifications are unknown, contact the optical fiber manufacturer for more details.
IEEE Standard
Name
10GBASE-S
10GBASE-S
10GBASE-S
10GBASE-S
10GBASE-S
10GBASE-LX4
10GBASE-LX4
10GBASE-LX4
10GBASE-LX4
10GBASE-LX4
Fiber OWL Link
Wizard Name
10GBASE-S
LEGACY
10GBASE-S
OM1/OM2
10GBASE-S
LEGACY
10GBASE-S
OM1/OM2
10GBASE-S
OM3
10GBASE-LX4
LEGACY
10GBASE-LX4
LEGACY
10GBASE-LX4
10GBASE-LX4
10GBASE-LX4
Fiber
Type
62.5/125
multimode
62.5/125
multimode
50/125
multimode
50/125
multimode
laser-optimized
50/125 multimode
62.5/125
multimode
50/125
multimode
50/125
multimode
50/125
multimode
singlemode
Modal
Bandwidth
160 MHz • km
200 MHz • km
400 MHz • km
500 MHz • km
2000 MHz • km
500 MHz • km
400 MHz • km
500 MHz • km
2000 MHz • km
NA
Wavelength
850nm
850nm
850nm
850nm
850nm
1300nm
1300nm
1300nm
1300nm
1310nm
Loss (dB)
2.6
2.5
2.2
2.3
2.6
2.5
2.0
2.0
2.0
6.3
Maximum
Distance (m)
26
33
66
82
300
300
240
300
300
5000
10GBASE-L
10GBASE-E
10GBASE-L/E
10GBASE-L/E
singlemode
singlemode
NA
NA
59
1310nm
1550nm
6.2
11.4
5000
5000
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APPENDICES
UPDATING FIRMWARE
The firmware in Fiber OWL 7 series devices can be updated on any computer that has OWLView software installed.
To update the firmware:
1) Save the firmware file to the PC
2) Connect the device to the computer via the supplied USB cable
-- do NOT remove the USB cable until the whole process is complete
3) Power on the device
4) Open OWLView software
5) Click Tools > Update Fimware > From file...
6) Browse to the location of the firmware file, then click Open
7) The software and the device will indicate the firmware update process
Once the firmware is updated, the device will re-boot. Now it is safe to remove the USB cable.
RE-CHARGING THE DEVICE BATTERY
The Lithium Polymer battery in the Fiber OWL 7 is re-charged through the USB port.
A battery charger and USB cable is supplied for this purpose.
The device can either be recharged using the battery charger or a computer USB port.
To avoid damage to the unit or harm to the user, only use approved battery chargers.
Battery charger electrical specifications:
INPUT: 100-240V AC 50-60Hz
OUTPUT: DC 5.0V 100mA +/- 5%
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LINK PLANNING WORKSHEET
Fill out the blanks below with information about the link under test. This information will help you plan out the
key information about the link, and will be used to enter the link setup information in the Fiber OWL 7 certifier.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name: Location:
LINK CONFIGURATION INFORMATION
Fiber Type:
Connections:
*Length(m):
Splices:
Reference Method:
* for manual length entry in CERT mode only
TEST ZERO UNITS SAVE
METER
Standard:
Test Mode:
Standard:
PAIR BIDI CERT LOSS
-jumper
INJECTOR
Meter End: Injector End:
PAIR/BIDI – use FO7 INJECTOR
CERT/LOSS – use standalone light source
ENCIRCLED FLUX COMPLIANCE (MULTIMODE TESTING ONLY)
Is Encircled Flux compliant testing required? YES NO
FIBER PAIR SETTINGS (PAIR/BIDI MODES ONLY)
Fiber Pair Geometry: STRAIGHT CROSSED Number Fiber Pairs By: STRAND PAIR
RUN NAME SETTINGS
Fiber Group Name: Starting Fiber Number:
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TEST PROCEDURES
OVERVIEW
Fiber OWL 7 series power meters are configured with MPO testing capability.
MPO testing requires:
2) FIBER OWL 7 METER, MPO SOURCE, AND MPO SWITCH
LOSS
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-0.24
1550nm
dB
-0.23
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
AUTO
MPO OWL
Optical Source
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
REQUIRED ACCESSORIES
For best results, use the 3-jumper reference method (which requires the cables and adapter shown below)
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
UNPINNED-TO-UNPINNED
TYPE B
LOSS
FIBER#1
ACME CORP / HQ WEST
M=COMPUTER ROOM I=NETWORK HUB 3
1310nm
dB
-0.24
1550nm
dB
-0.23
Length: 100m WAVE: xxx 1310
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2X
INDOOR SM SPL: 2 X ENTER
TEST SAVE
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
NOTE: for automatic channel switching to function properly, the bluetooth connection
between the switch and the meter must be set up.
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
MPO OWL
Optical Source
AUTO
To set up bluetooth connection:
MENU > UTILITIES MENU > BLUETOOTH SETUP
Power on both devices, then press OSW button. Pairing takes around 30-35 seconds.
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TEST PROCEDURES
TESTING MPO CABLES
GATHER LINK SETUP INFORMATION
To make the setup process go more smoothly, have the following information ready in advance.
Testing MPO cables uses a similar setup procedure to LOSS mode (see LOSS MODE - CONFIGURE JOB PARAMETERS) to set up
the meter for MPO loss testing.
LINK NAME – general information about the job (user-definable)
Project Name of the overall project
Location Building or geographic area where the fiber link is located
Meter End End of the fiber link where the meter unit will be used
Injector End End of the fiber link where the light source unit will be used
FIBER TEST MODE – how to go about testing the fiber link
Test Mode LOSS
Standard not required, since LOSS MODE does not determine PASS/FAIL
TEST CORD TYPE – defines inter-connection loss at the very ends of the fiber link .where the test equipment connects in
(patch panels, wall outlets) – Options: REFERENCE-grade or STANDARD-grade
SOURCE PORT refers to the type of test cord attached to the light source
OPM PORT refers to the type of test cord attached to the optical power meter
LINK INFORMATION – physical configuration of the link under test
Fiber Type Type of fiber used in the link under test; options may vary based on chosen cabling standard
(see appendix for a fiber type diagram)
Connections Number of inter-connections in the middle of the link under test (patch panels, other mating
sleeves) NOT including the connections at the far end of the link
Splices Number of splices in the link under test; can be either fusion or mechanical splices
Reference Method 1-jumper reference method
ENCIRCLED FLUX – is EF compliance required for this test: YES or NO (only required for multimode testing)
Consult cabling standard documentation or end user requirements to determine if EF compliance is required; if
so, special mode controller cables will be required for setting the optical reference (aka “zeroing”).
RUN NAME – naming of fiber test results within the job to uniquely identify individual fiber strands
Name The name used to identify the group of individual fiber strands in the link
Number The starting fiber strand number in the link. The number will be automatically
incremented as the test results are saved.
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TEST PROCEDURES
TESTING MPO CABLES
SET REFERENCE - 3-JUMPER REFERENCE METHOD
1) Once all the job parameters have been entered, connect the units together as shown on the display, and make sure all the units are
powered on, and the light source is set to AUTO mode.
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
UNPINNED-TO-UNPINNED
TYPE B
MPO
SC
MPO SC
SWITCH
SOURCE
Using your test reference
cables, please connect the meter
and source as shown and
press any key to proceed.
METER
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
The meter screen will begin populating with reference levels for all fibers at all available wavelengths.
Press the UNITS button to view test results in dB (LOSS) mode if necessary.
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
UNPINNED-TO-UNPINNED
TYPE B
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
MPO OWL
Optical Source
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
AUTO
LOSS
MPO OM3
MPO LOSS / OWL
M=ER R=WA
MPO dB Power @ m OPM OLS
PORT 850nm 1300nm
01 0.00 0.00
2 0.00 0.000
3 0.00 0.000
4 0.00 0.000
5 0.00 0.000
6 0.00 0.000
7 0.00 0.000
8 0.00 0.000
9 0.00 0.000
10 0.00 0.00
11 0.00 0.00
12 0.00 0.00
N/A BY: --.--
MPO ‘B’
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2 SPL: 0
50.0um CS1 LEN: 0m
1
HELP ENTER
TEST LENGTH ZERO SAVE
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
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AUTO
MPO OWL
Optical Source
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TESTING MPO CABLES
TAKE LOSS MEASUREMENTS
2) Remove the center (unpinned-to-unpinned) cable
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
LOSS
MPO OM3
MPO LOSS / OWL
M=ER R=WA
MPO dB Power @ m OPM OLS
PORT 850nm 1300nm
01 0.00 0.00
2 0.00 0.000
3 0.00 0.000
4 0.00 0.000
5 0.00 0.000
6 0.00 0.000
7 0.00 0.000
8 0.00 0.000
9 0.00 0.000
10 0.00 0.00
11 0.00 0.00
12 0.00 0.00
N/A BY: --.--
MPO ‘B’
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2 SPL: 0
50.0um CS1 LEN: 0m
1
HELP ENTER
TEST LENGTH ZERO SAVE
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
3) Insert the next cable under test, then press TEST.
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
MPO OWL
Optical Source
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
AUTO
LOSS
Testing...
MPO LOSS / OWL
M=ER R=WA
MPO dBm Power @ OPM OLS
PORT 850nm 1300nm
01 -0.51 -0.98
2 -0.48 -0.760
3 -0.01 -0.520
4 -0.20 -0.480
5 -0.010 -20.89
6 0 -19.03 -20.73
7 0 -19.31 -21.36
8 0 -19.11 -21.17
9 0 -19.57 -20.91
10 -19.42 -20.96
11 -18.98 -21.36
12 -19.76 -21.07
N/A BY: --.--
MPO ‘B’
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2 SPL: 0
50.0um CS1 LEN: 0m
1
HELP ENTER
TEST LENGTH ZERO SAVE
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
The screen will begin populating with loss measurement data.
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AUTO
MPO OWL
Optical Source
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TESTING MPO CABLES
4) Review the test results for all fibers.
TEST PROCEDURES
TAKE LOSS MEASUREMENTS
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
LOSS
MPO OM3
MPO LOSS / OWL
M=ER R=WA
MPO dB Power @ m OPM OLS
PORT 850nm 1300nm
01 0.00 0.00
2 0.00 0.000
3 0.00 0.000
4 0.00 0.000
5 0.00 0.000
6 0.00 0.000
7 0.00 0.000
8 0.00 0.000
9 0.00 0.000
10 0.00 0.00
11 0.00 0.00
12 0.00 0.00
N/A BY: --.--
MPO ‘B’
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2 SPL: 0
50.0um CS1 LEN: 0m
1
HELP ENTER
TEST LENGTH ZERO SAVE
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
STORE TEST RESULTS
5) Press SAVE to store the test results, then modify the run name if necessary.
MPO ADAPTER TYPE B
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
MPO OWL
Optical Source
AUTO
PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
LOSS
MPO OM3
MPO LOSS / OWL
M=ER R=WA
MPO dB Power @ m OPM OLS
PORT 850nm 1300nm
01 0.00 0.00
2 0.00 0.000
3 0.00 0.000
4 0.00 0.000
5 0.00 0.000
6 0.00 0.000
7 0.00 0.000
8 0.00 0.000
9 0.00 0.000
10 0.00 0.00
11 0.00 0.00
12 0.00 0.00
N/A BY: --.--
MPO ‘B’
EIA/TIA 568C.3 CON: 2 SPL: 0
50.0um CS1 LEN: 0m
1
HELP ENTER
TEST LENGTH ZERO SAVE
MPO OWL
Optical Switch
To test additional MPO cables, repeat steps 2 through 5 for each MPO cable to test and document.
To view the stored test results, see “WORKING WITH STORED DATA”.
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PINNED-TO-PINNED
TYPE B
MPO OWL
Optical Source
AUTO
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