TechLogix Networx SSF Single Mode Light Source, SSF Multimode Light Source User Manual

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Contents

Handheld Optical Light Source

Overview 5 Functions 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 10 Warranty 11

Handheld Optical Power Meter

Overview 12 Specications 14 Functions 15 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 17

Warranty 18

Handheld Optical Light Source

Each unit meets the declared specication.

Technical parameters are subject to change without notice.

1. Do not look into the laser beam when unit is on.

2. To prevent damage to the instrument, do not use under high temperature, high pressure, wet, or other prohibited conditions.

3. Do not attempt to take apart or repair the instrument.

WARNING

Quality Assurance

Note:

SSF™ Single Mode Optical Light Source

SSF™ Multimode Optical Light Source

Handheld Optical Light Source

Overview

The SSF™ Single Mode optical light source provides single to tri wavelength output, including 1310/1550nm wavelengths for single

mode ber.

The SSF™ Multimode optical light source provides single to tri wavelength output, including 850/1300nm wavelengths for

multimode ber.

Together with the SSF™ power meter, the optical light source provides an accurate test solution for single mode and/or

multimode optical ber networks.

• Single to tri-wavelength combination

• Continuous and modulated signal

• Real time display of battery level and low power indication

• Back light function

• Auto shut-off function

• Alkaline battery operation

Model: SSF™ Single Mode Light Source

Wavelength: 1310/1550nm

Output Power: ≥ -7dBm

Model: SSF™ Multimode Light Source

Wavelength: 850/1300nm

Output Power: ≥ -7dBm

Handheld Optical Light Source

Specications

Type SSF™ Single Mode Light Source

Wavelength (nm) 1310 / 1550

Emitter Type FP-LD

Output Power (dBm) ≥-7dBM @1310 / 1550nm

Output Power ±0.04 @ 20°C @ 15 min

Modulation CW/270Hz/1KHz/2KHz @ others

Fiber Type SM

Connector SC

Power Supply AAA 1.5V (3pcs batteries)

Operating Temperature

(°C)

-10 - +50, 0 to 95% RH (no condensation)

Storage Temperature (°C) -25 - +70, 0 to 95% RH (no condensation)

Battery Life (h) 40

Dimension (mm/in) 125x65x29 / 4.92x2.56x1.14

Weight (g/oz) 160 / 3.74

Type SSF™ Multimode Light Source

Wavelength (nm) 850 / 1300

Emitter Type FP-LD

Output Power (dBm) ≥-7dBM @850/ 1300nm

Output Power ±0.04 @ 20°C @ 15 min

Modulation CW/270Hz/1KHz/2KHz @ others

Fiber Type MM

Connector SC

Power Supply AAA 1.5V (3pcs batteries)

Operating Temperature

(°C)

-10 - +50, 0 to 95% RH (no condensation)

Storage Temperature (°C) -25 - +70, 0 to 95% RH (no condensation)

Battery Life (h) 40

Dimension (mm/in) 125x65x29 / 4.92x2.56x1.14

Weight (g/oz) 160 / 3.74

Handheld Optical Light Source

SM/ MM

Label Area: Light Source will read SM (Single Mode)

or MM (Multimode) depending on model. Choose

SM for single mode testing (1310/1550nm) or MM

for multimode testing (850/1300nm).

Power On/Off: Press and hold for 1 second to turn

the unit on or off.

Auto Shut-Off Selection: While unit is on, press this key quickly to turn the auto shut-off function on or

off. When auto shut-off is active the unit will automatically shut off after ten minutes idle.

Wavelength Selection: Press this key to change

the wavelength, shown in top left corner of screen.

Modulation: Press this key to switch modulation

between continuous and modulated light.

Modulated light frequency: 0.27, 1.00, 2.00 KHZ.

Continuous light mode displays --- KHz (0 KHz).

Functions

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Handheld Optical Light Source

Wavelength: (nm)

1310/1550: Single mode ber testing (SSF-LS100SM)

850/1300: Multimode ber testing (SSF-LS100MM)

Battery Indicator: displays when battery power in

use. The capacity shown will decrease with battery power. Replace batteries as needed.

Auto Shut-off: The light source will automatically

shut off when idle for ten minutes. Press power

button (

) quickly to turn Auto-Off function on

or off.

KHz

Frequency: (KHz)

0.27, 1.00, or 2.00 KHz. Dashed line indicates

Continuous Wave Mode (CW)

dBm

Output Power: (dBm)

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Handheld Optical Light Source

Operation

1. Press and hold for 1 second to turn on the unit. Press and hold for two seconds to power off the light source.

2. To turn the auto shut-off function on or off, with the light source

turned on press

3. The unit’s automatic backlight will be enabled when the light source is turned on. It will turn off after 1 minute of inactivity.

Press any key to reactivate.

1. If the battery level is low, turn off the unit immediately and replace the batteries.

2. Remove the batteries if light source is not in use for an extended period of time.

Turning the Unit On/Off

Battery Replacement

1. Press to choose wavelength.

2. Press

to select modulation.

3. The light source will output the desired laser settings.

Laser Output

Warning

1. Do not look into the laser beam when unit is on. Light emitted is infrared and not visible to the human eye. To avoid the risk of eye damage, do not look into the laser at any time when the

unit is active.

Handheld Optical Light Source

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

1. Always keep the connector ports of the light source clean.

2. Use the regulated optical connector for testing.

3. Shut off the power and cover laser with dust-proof cap after use.

4. Plug in/remove adapters carefully.

5. Regularly clean the connector.

6. Remove the batteries when light source not in use for extended periods of time.

Troubleshooting

Issue Possible Reason Solution

Faint screen display/

No backlight

Low battery power

Replace the

batteries.

Unit fails to turn on

Low battery power or battery inserted

incorrectly

(A) Replace the

battery

(B) Re-insert the

battery

Display fails to

appear

Low battery

Restart or replace

batteries

LCD screen will not

change

Low battery Replace batteries

No laser power Laser is off Adjust CW/Hz

1. Ensure the connector is clean before testing.

2. Do not look into the laser beam when unit is on.

3. Cover with laser with dust-proof cap when not in operation.

Warning

Handheld Optical Light Source

Warranty

Caution: Do not attempt to repair as doing so will void warranty. This Optical Light Source is covered by an 18 month warranty

1. We warrant that this power meter will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 18 months. Should the device

fail at any time during this warranty period, we will, at our sole discretion, replace and repair or refund the purchase price of

the product. The worth of the repair or replacement will not be higher than purchasing price of this unit.

2. If device issues cannot be solved by the troubleshooting methods, please contact us or the local distributor directly.

3. We will repair or replace the unit free of charge in case of defects in production, workmanship or material. This warranty

only applies to the unit under normal operation without any

damage or misuse/abuse.

4. The shipping costs incurred by repair or replacement for the unit under warranty will be shared by both parties.

Handheld Optical Power Meter

SSF™ Optical Power Meter

1. When using light source with power meter, do not look into the laser beam when unit is on. Light emitted is infrared and not visible to the human eye. To avoid the risk of eye damage,

do not look into the laser at any time when the unit is active.

Warning

Handheld Optical Power Meter

Overview

The SSF™ optical power meter is a handheld optical power meter which can be used for absolute optical power measurements and relative loss measurements on both single mode and multimode

bers.

Features

• High measurement accuracy and display resolution

• Quick response and measurement; real-time display of output power

• Wide measurement range (80dB)

• Six calibrated wavelengths

• Absolute and relative power measurements

• Real-time monitoring and display of batter level

• Auto shut-off function

• Backlight function

• Alkaline battery operation

Model

Wavelength: 850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625nm Measurement Range: -70 - +10dBm

Handheld Optical Power Meter

Specications

Wavelength (nm) 800 - 1650nm

Detector Type InGaAs

Measurement Range (dBm) -70 - +10 -50 - +26

Accuracy <±3% (-10dBm, 22°C)

Calibrated Wavelength

(nm)

850, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625

Resolution (dB) Linearity: 0.1%, Non-linearity: 0.01 dBm

Optical Connector SC, LC with Adapters

Power Supply Alkaline Battery (3 AAA 1.5V batteries)

Battery Operating Time 120 h (without backlight)

Operating Temperature

(°C)

-10 - +50

Storage Temperature (°C) -20 - +70

Relative Humidity 90% (+30°C)

Dimension (mm / in) 125x65x29 / 4.92x2.56x1.14

Weight (g / oz) 160 / 5.64

Handheld Optical Power Meter

Power On/Off: Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn

the unit on or off.

Auto Shut-Off Selection: Press this key quickly to

turn the auto shut-off function on or off. When auto

shut-off is active the unit will automatically shut off

after ten minutes idle.

REF: Press and hold this key to store current power

value as the reference value.

Quickly press this key to enter the relative

measurement mode. This mode compares the

current power with the reference power and shows

the relative power value in dB.

Measurement Setting: Press this key to switch

between the absolute measurement (dBm) and

relative measurement (nW) of the optical power.

Wavelength Selection: Press this key to select one of

the 6 calibrated wavelengths

Functions

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Handheld Optical Power Meter

Wavelength: (nm)

850/1300: Multimode ber testing

1310/1550: Single mode ber testing

Battery Indicator: displays when battery power in

use. The capacity shown will decrease with battery power. Replace batteries as needed.

Auto-off: the power meter will automatically shut off

when idle for ten minutes. Press power button ( ) quickly to turn Auto-Off function on or off.

KHz

Frequency: (KHz)

0.27, 1.00, or 2.00 KHz.

Power Value: (dBm, nW, dB)

Reference Power Value: (dbm)

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Handheld Optical Power Meter

Operation

1. Press and hold for 1 second to turn on the unit. Press and hold for two seconds to power off the power meter.

2. To turn the auto shut-off function on or off, with the light source

turned on press the

3. The unit’s automatic backlight will be enabled when the light source is turned on. It will turn off after 1 minute of inactivity. Press any key to reactivate.

Turning the Unit On/Off

1. Place appropriate reference cable (LC or SC and either single mode or multimode) between units. If using an LC reference cable, install appropriate adapters and then connect cable.

2. Turn on both devices. Allow power meter to stabilize for 1-2 minutes.

3. Match the wavelength on the power meter to the light source by pressing . For multimode, 850nm is recommended. For single mode, 1310nm is recommended.

4. Press to choose the power display unit (dBm or nW). Set to dBM.

5. The power meter will then display the tested power value on the center of the screen. Set this as the reference value by pressing

and holding

for two seconds. The screen will then read

0.00dBM

Absolute Power Measurement (Setting Reference Value)

1. Perform steps above to set reference value.

2. Unplug reference cable from power meter side only.

3. Attach female to female adapter for connector type under test to reference cable.

4. Plug cable to be tested between female adapter and power meter.

5. The screen will display the loss in dB for cable under test. Optical loss will appear as a negative value (i.e. -0.57 dB).

6. Press

to review to review the current reference power

value.

Relative Power Testing (Finding Loss Value)

Handheld Optical Power Meter

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

1. Always keep the connector ports of the power meter clean.

2. Use the regulated optical connector for testing.

3. Shut off the power and cover laser with dust-proof cap after use.

4. When using AC adapter, ensure power supply is within the required voltage range.

5. Remove the batteries when power meter not in use for

extended periods of time

1. If the battery level is low, turn off the unit immediately and replace the batteries.

2. Remove the batteries if light source is not in use for an extended period of time.

Battery Replacement

Troubleshooting

Issue Possible Reason Solution

Faint screen display/

No backlight

Low battery power

Replace the

batteries.

Unit fails to turn on

Low battery power or battery inserted

incorrectly

(A) Replace the

battery

(B) Re-insert the

battery

Display fails to

appear

Low battery

Restart or replace

batteries

LCD screen will not

change

Low battery Replace batteries

No laser power Laser is off Adjust CW/Hz

Handheld Optical Power Meter

Warning

1. Ensure the connector is clean before testing.

2. Do not look into the laser beam when unit is on.

3. Cover laser with dust-proof cap when not in operation.

Warranty

Caution: Do not attempt to repair as doing so will void warranty. This Optical Power Meter is covered by an 18 month warranty

1. We warrant that this power meter will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 18 months. Should the device

fail at any time during this warranty period, we will, at our sole discretion, replace and repair or refund the purchase price of

the product. The worth of the repair or replacement will not be higher than purchasing price of this unit.

2. If device issues cannot be solved by the troubleshooting methods, please contact us or the local distributor directly.

3. We will repair or replace the unit free of charge in case of defects in production, workmanship or material. This warranty

only applies to the unit under normal operation without any

damage or misuse/abuse.

4. The shipping costs incurred by repair or replacement for the unit under warranty will be shared by both parties.

TechLogix Networx SSF Single Mode Light Source, SSF Multimode Light Source User Manual

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