VeEX FX180X User Manual

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FX180X

Channel Checker

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Table of Contents

1.0 ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL ................................................................................... 3

2.0 PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 4

2.1 FX180X HIGHLIGHTS ............................................................................................................... 4

2.2 KEY FEATURES ........................................................................................................................ 4

2.3 FX180 PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................... 5

3.0 SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 6

4.0 BASIC OPERATION ................................................................................................... 7

4.1 FX180X FRONT PANEL LAYOUT ............................................................................................... 7

4.1.1 LED Indicators .........................................................................................................................................7

4.1.2 Rubber Keypad ........................................................................................................................................8

4.2 GETTING STARTED WITH THE FX180 ......................................................................................... 9

4.2.1 View/Hide side menu panels ..................................................................................................................9

4.2.2 A/B Markers .......................................................................................................................................... 10

4.2.3 Active Channel Threshold ................................................................................................................... 10

4.2.4 Pass/Fail Threshold ............................................................................................................................. 10

4.2.5 Setting up FX180X WiFi/Bluetooth ..................................................................................................... 11

4.3 CUSTOMIZING THE TEST UNIT ................................................................................................. 11

5.0 WORKING WITH THE CHANNEL CHECKER ......................................................... 13

5.1 REPEAT SWEEP ..................................................................................................................... 13

5.2 VIEW MODE ........................................................................................................................... 13

5.2.1 Bar Graph View ..................................................................................................................................... 13

5.2.2 Table View ............................................................................................................................................. 14

5.3 SAVING RESULTS ................................................................................................................... 14

6.0 WARRANTY AND SOFTWARE ............................................................................... 15

7.0 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 17

8.0 CERTIFICATIONS AND DECLARATIONS .............................................................. 18

9.0 ABOUT VEEX ........................................................................................................... 19

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1.0 About This User Manual

This user manual is suitable for novice, intermediate, and experienced users and is intended to help you successfully use the features and capabilities of the FX180X Optical Channel Checker Meter. It is assumed that the user has basic computer skills and is familiar with optical fiber, telecommunication concepts, terminology, and safety.

Every effort was made to ensure that the information contained in this user manual is accurate. Information is subject to change without notice and we accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. In case of discrepancy, the web version takes precedence over any printed literature. The content in this manual may vary from the software version installed in the unit.

VeEX, VePAL, Sunrise Telecom, Agizer, Optixsoft, Sunlite, Sunset, RXT, MTT, Fiberizer, FX, TX and OPX, are trademarks of VeEX, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the USA and certain other countries. All trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted electronically or otherwise without written permission from VeEX, Inc.

This device uses software either developed by VeEX, Inc. or licensed by VeEX, Inc. from third parties. The software is confidential and proprietary of VeEX, Inc. The software is protected by copyright and contains trade secrets of VeEX, Inc. or VeEX's licensors. The purchaser of this device agrees that it has received a license solely to use the software as embedded in the device, and the purchaser is prohibited from copying, reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling the software.

For more technical resources, visit the VeEX, Inc. web site at www.veexinc.com.

If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this product, call or e-mail our customer care department for customer support. Before contacting our customer care department, you must have your product serial number and software version ready. Please provide this number when contacting VeEX customer service.

Customer Care:

Phone: + 1 510 651 0500 E-mail: customercare@veexinc.com Website: www.veexinc.com

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2.0 Product Introduction

The FX180 Channel Checker is a handheld measurement tool for xWDM fiber networks. The C-band DWDM model can measure up to 96 ITU-T channels in a single test. It measures individual channel power and wavelength or frequency, as well as Total Span power between 2 markers. An optional FiberScope is available to assist with inspecting connector endfaces.

2.1 FX180X Highlights

• Compact, hand-held field test unit with color touch-screen for easy viewing, fast navigation, and easy operation

• Internal 8G data storage

• Micro-USB OTG interface for flash drives, fiber inspection probe connection and test data

transfer

• ReVeal FX300 for remote control, and file management and transfer

• Rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery with >9 hours continuous operation, which features

a capacity indicator, low voltage alarm, and Auto-off function

• Optional built-in WiFi and Bluetooth support to perform software upgrades and pair with mobile devices, respectively

• OTG to Ethernet support option

2.2 Key Features

• • Measure 50/100 /200GHz DWDM ITU-T Channels 14-62

• • Ideal for Remote PHY Deployments

• • Bar Graph or Table View mode

• • Active Channel threshold

• • Pass/Fail thresholds

• • A/B channel markers

• • Built-in wavelength reference

• • Fast < 5 seconds to measure up to 96 channels @ 50 GHz

• • Continuous Testing

• • Generate and save test results in HTML file format

• • High wavelength accuracy: ± 50 pm

• • Dynamic Measurement range: ≥ 65 dB

• • Low Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL): < 0.3 dB

• • DWDM Optical Rejection Ratio: > 40 dB @ 200 GHz

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• • Optional universal interface with interchangeable adaptors

• • DWDM C-Band channel measurements per ITU-T G.694.1 grid

2.3 FX180 Package Contents

• FX180X test unit

• AC/DC adaptor

• Input: 100-240 VAC (50/60 Hz)

• Output: 16VDC

• Li-Ion battery (8400 mAH battery)

• USB memory stick (2 Gbyte) or CD-ROM containing:

• FX180X Channel Checker Users’ Manual (pdf)

• Software Upgrade Instructions

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3.0 Safety Information

Safety precautions should be observed during all phases of operation of this instrument. The instrument has been designed to ensure safe operation however please observe all safety markings and instructions. Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes or any other combustible environment. VeEX Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with safety precautions and requirements.

Optical Connectors

The test platform displays a laser warning icon when the laser source is active to alert the user about a potentially dangerous situation. Make sure that optical sources are inactive before connecting fiber to the test set to avoid skin or eye damage. To avoid damage to the unit, it is recommended to:

• Deactivate the laser before connecting or disconnecting optical cables or patchcords.

• Never look directly into an optical patchcord or an optical interface (e.g. CFP, CFP2, CFP4,

QSFP+, SFP+, SFP, OTDR, LS, VFL) while the laser is enabled. Even though optical transceivers are typically fitted with Class 1 lasers, which are considered eye safe, optical radiation for an extended period can cause irreparable damage to the eyes.

• Never use a fiber microscope to check the optical connectors when the laser source is active.

Electrical Connectors

Telephone lines may carry dangerous voltages. Always connect the electrical test ports to known test interfaces which carry low level signals.

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