FOT-PM User Manual
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1. 17 FOT PM Calibrating Figure 4 40 Zero Operation After auto calibration the display will look like Figure 4 4p Auto Zero Calibrating Success Figure 4 4p Auto Zero Success If the optical sensor is not completely closed to light it may cause calibration failure as shown in Figure 4 4q Auto ero Calibrate Failure Figure 4 4q Calibration Failure If the optical sensor is not completely closed to light it may NOTE cause calibration failure 18 FOT PM 4 2 2 1 8 Scale Under Power Meter mode press im YW to select Scale and press Enter to enter the scale configuration menu as shown in Figure 4 4r There are four scale options 0 5dB 1dB 1 5dB and 2dB Press im WH to select a scale and press Enter to confirm The item showing x is the current choice Once the scale is changed the scale displayed on the screen will be changed immediately After configuration press Quit to go back to the upper menu Figure 4 4r Scale Configuration 4 2 2 2 Laser Source Under the initial GUI press Set to enter the configuration menu Use im WH to select Laser Source and press Enter as shown in Figure 4 5a Laser Source Laser On Ott CW MOD W dBm Figure 4 5a Laser Source Configuration 4 2 2 2 1 Laser On Off Under the Laser Source mode press im WY to select Laser On Off Press Enter to enable or disable laser function When appears2. 4 1 Keypad Functions Optical Power Meter switch optical wavelength On Off This key turns the instrument on and off When power is on under default status the FOT PM automatically shuts down after idle for about five minutes Func This key is used to select the fiber wavelength and power meter interface Set This key is used to access the main menu to configure system parameters and language Store This key is used to Save measurement data and auto test results Backlight This key is used to toggle on off the LCD backlight Quit This key is used to exit the current menu and return to the system GUI or next upper menu Enter This key confirms the current selection Mim WY These cursor keys have three functions in GUI they are used to adjust LCD contrast in the system menu they are used to scroll the menu options in laser source and Power Meter modes they are used to Figure 4 0 FOT PM front view 6 FOT PM 4 2 Specific Function Introduction 4 2 1 GUI 4 2 1 1 Contrast Adjustment of LCD After powering on the GUI will be displayed as follows Figure 4 1 Boot strap GUI of Optical Power Meter The LCD contrast can be greatly affected by the surrounding ambient temperature Under normal temperature conditions the LCD contrast is optimal When the ambient temperature is too high or too low the LCD may appear too dark or too light affecting normal display The contrast can
3. For detailed information please refer to the packing list Keep all the original package accessories in case the product needs to be returned 1 2 Unpacking and Inspection This instrument has been carefully packed and shipped Examine the instrument for any damage that may be caused during shipment Upon receiving the instrument please check for any physical damage that may be caused during shipment Please report any damage to the shipping agent or the representative of the agent that sold you the instrument immediately To return the instrument in case of repair calibration or NOTE maintenance please note that e Be sure to pack the instrument with protection like soft cushion to avoid possible damage during shipment e Please pack with the original carton if possible If with different size cartoon or material please make sure that there 1s at least 1 2 inch of cushion around the instrument e Be sure to seal the packing box firmly with tape e Be sure to ship to your local representative or distributor in a reliable way FOT PM 1 3 Introduction The FOT PM optical power meter is a new generation optical inspection tool This hand held intelligent and easy to use instrument is designed for fiber network installation verification routine inspection and maintenance The instrument features compact lightweight portable powerful battery power supply great performance and low cost It is designed to be user friendly
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5. the laser is enabled After configuration press Quit to back to upper menu 19 FOT PM 4 2 2 2 2 CW MOD Under Laser Source mode press im YW to select CW MOD Press Enter to enter the CW MOD menu as shown in Figure4 5b Press tm W to select the desired mode and then press Enter to confirm The item with is the current setting After configuration press Quit to exit to the upper menu Laser CW MOD CW 270 Hz 1000 Hz 2000 Hz Figure 4 5b Laser CW MD Configuration NOTE The default setting is CW continuous wave 4 2 2 2 3 W dBm Under the Laser Source mode press im WY to select W dBm and then press Enter to enter W dBm menu as shown in Figure 4 5c Press im W to select the desired display unit and press Enter to confirm The item marked with is the currently selected unit After configuration press Quit to exit to the upper menu Laser W dBm Figure 4 5c Laser W dBm NOTE The default setting is dBm 20 FOT PM 4 2 2 3 Auto Test Using this function the instrument can perform optical fiber loss testing automatically and make a rough estimation of the optical fiber length Loss per kilometer of optical fiber cable can be set manually or by system default e Enter Auto Test Menu Under the main menu press im WH to select Auto Test and press Enter to enter the auto test configuration menu as shown in Figure 4 7a Auto Test Loss Set 1310nm
6. 12 FOT PM o Relative Measurement As in Figure 4 4e press 4s W to select Ref On Off and press Enter to activate the reference measurement Relative measurement menu can be reached when the display unit is dB as shown in Figure 4 4f Press Quit to exit level by level Power Meter LAT Oe 10 00 ag Scale 10 00 05 dbo BF AITO OFF Figure 4 4f Relative Measurement Menu To leave the relative measurement menu press Set to enter the main menu and disable Reference in the power meter mode Press Quit to exit level by level Absolute Measurement can be realized when the display units are in dBm as shown in Figure 4 2a 4 2 2 1 3 Precision There are three options for the precision of power meter measurements 0 1dB 0 01dB and 0 001dB as shown in Figure 4 4g Precision Figure 4 4g Precision Configuration Under power meter mode press im WY to select Precision and press Enter to get in the config menu Press W to select the desired precision and then press Enter to confirm The selected current number is marked with Press Quit to exit back to the upper menu 13 FOT PM 4 2 2 1 4 Average Average is a function especially designed for accuracy of measurement In this menu there are four options average off 10 samples 50 samples and 100 samples as shown in Figure 4 4h Average Average off 10 Samples 50 Samples 100 Samples Figure
7. Drawing Figure 5 4 Draw Menu of Software Scale 1 0dB Select the data scale within 1 0dB when the curve is drawn Scale 2 0dB Select the data scale within 2 0d when the curve is drawn Scale 3 0dB Select the data scale within 3 0dB when the curve is drawn Scale 4 0dB Select the data scale within 4 0dB when the curve is drawn AutoTrace Drawing Click this menu to draw auto trace curve 5 3 3 Upload Records Power off the FOT PM and connect it to a PC COM port via the serial data cable Power on the instrument and make sure the instrument is still under the main GUI Click Upload from the File pull down menu bar to start the automatic uploading of records The GUI is shown in Figure 5 5 Uploading records must be processed under the main NOTE GUI Otherwise errors may occur 28 CTC Union Tech Inc FOT PM C Program Files CTC Union Tech Inc FOT PM STORERECORD esis m E4 F OT P M File Recall Draw Help s p e Hg Port com Cable E Company Date 200333 o From M Operator i Time fi8 3038 O TO O o Location iiti S 850 hm 1300 nm 1310 nm 54 945 dBm 54 713 dBm 54 427 dBm 54 876 dBm 54 933 dBm 54 691 dBm 54 459 dBm 54 865 dBm 54 933 dBm 54 601 dBm 54 502 dBm 54 994 dBm 54 933 dBm 54 589 dBm 54 513 dBm 54 983 dBm 54 933 dBm 55 184 dBm 54 480 dBm 54 951 dBm 54 945 dBm 55 209 dBm 54 480 dBm 54 951 dBm 54 945 dBm 55 209 dBm 54 480 dBm 54 972
8. FOT PM e DRef Configuration Under the Reference menu press im W to select DRef and press Enter to set the current power value as reference value After configuration press Quit to go back to the higher level menu Ref Value Configuration Under the Reference menu press im YW to select Ref Value and press Enter to enter the configuration The reference value can be adjusted digit by digit by pressing lt W Power value adjustment is by default set to begin with the first digit After the first digit reaches the desired value press Set to confirm The adjustment will be automatically directed to the next right hand digit Adjustment is made in succession and when the desired value is finally reached press Enter to confirm and set the adjusted value as the current reference value as shown in Figure 4 4d After configuration press Quit to go back to the upper menu Reference Href 10 00dBm Ref Value 10 00dBm Ret On Ott Figure 4 4d Set Reference Value e 6Ref On Off Under the Reference menu press s W to select Ref On Off and press Enter to activate or deactivate relative measurement When the appears the function is activated when it disappears the function is disabled as shown in Figure 4 4e Press Quit to back to the upper menu Reference ret 10 OO0dBm Ret Value 10 00dBm Ref On Off Figure 4 4e Ref On Off Configuration
9. Specifications Note Wavelength and power range not listed in the above table can be tailored according to customer s needs FOT PM 3 Basic Operation 3 1 Foreword This section of the manual will introduce the basic operation of FOT PM optical power meter Specific operations of each type are elaborated in Specific Functions and Operations Chapter 4 of this manual Please read this manual carefully for optimal performance Should you encounter any problems during Operation you are welcome to contact our technical staff 3 2 Instrument Interfaces Instructions foe port Optical power test interface Laser source interface Ro 2oz Om 13 8 1A Power Adapter Jack Warming sien Figure 3 1 Top view of FOT PM Series Optical Power Meter e Fiber Optic Output This FC PC connector is used for the optical power test interface and laser source interface e Power Adapter Jack Power Adapter Jack requirements 13 8VDC 1 0A e RS 232 Data port This interface is used to upload stored measurement records to a PC running data collection software for further statistics analysis and reporting CAUTION Avoid looking directly to the optic output when the instrument is powered on FOT PM 3 3 Maintenance of Batteries The battery for the FOT PM optical power meter is a NOTE rechargeable NiMH battery All NiMH batteries have been correctly installed and thoroughly inspected Please do not open the instrument to replac
10. dBm 54 945 dBm 55 209 dBm 54 491 dBm 54 972 dBm 54 653 dBm 55 209 dBm 54 480 dBm 55 016 dBm v CA ave jn ce ann 4n C4017 Jn canna jn of Figure 5 5 Upload Records 5 3 4 Save Records After completion of uploading and filling out all necessary information click Save from the File pull down to save records as shown in Figure 5 6 Date Automatically set according to PC s internal setting Time Automatically set according to PC s internal setting Cable Fill in the number of the cable under test From Fill in the starting point of the cable under test To Fill in the destination of the cable under test Company Fill in the name of the company Operator Fill in the name of the operator Location Fill in the location of fiber 215 xi File Recall Draw Help a E Port fcomt o Cable Company Date f2003300 C C From sis Operator OoOO O O Time fie3038 0 C So Cl sis Location 0 t Save in Ga FOT PM gt e a FA A ja AUTOTESTRECORD csv 54 933 d AUTOTRACERECORD csv fa STORERECORD csv 54 933 dl 54 945 dl 54 945 dl 54 945 dl 54653 dl Filename ftestdtd Save as type esv fie tomat z _ Cmc de Figure 5 6 Save Records GUI 29 FOT PM 5 3 5 Browse Stored Data Stored data can be reopened browsed and reviewed Click on Open Menu of the File pull down menu select a file and the GUI will display as in Figure 5 7 CTC Union TechInc F
11. 0 40 dB Km 1550nm 0 25 dB Km Default Start Test Figure 4 7a Auto Test Menu o Manually set loss km During field testing the operator can precisely configure the loss km of 1310nm and 1550nm wavelength to increase the accuracy of length estimation Under the Auto Test menu press im HW to select 1310nm or 1550nm Press Enter to enter the menu as shown in Figure 4 7b Press im W to select any number between 0 dB Km and 1 00 dB Km You can press the arrow key and hold it to move quickly to the desired value Then repeat the above procedure on a different wavelength Press Enter to confirm and exit 1310nm 0 40 dB Km Figure 4 7b Manual configuration of Loss 21 FOT PM e Default When the operator is not sure what the specific loss per km for 1310nm and 1550nm wavelength is they can choose the system default to make a rough estimation of optical fiber length The default loss per km is 0 40dB Km for 1310nm and 0 25dB Km for 1550nm Under the Auto Test menu please press lt W to go to the default setting and press Enter to select The loss km will be set to default e Activate Auto Test Under the Auto Test menu press im WY to select Start Test and press Enter The optical power meter will start auto testing The testing process will look like Figure 4 7c Press Quit to terminate the test operation Auto Test Please Waite uit to exit Figure 4 7c Auto Test in Process
12. 1 One rechargeable NiMH battery is inside the FOT PM Do not replace the battery by yourself Please seek professional assistance 2 Ifthe instrument is left unused for a long time idle for over 1 months it is recommended to recharge the battery every other month 3 Do not overcharge the battery more than 8 hours Otherwise permanent damage may result to the battery 6 2 Cleaning of Connectors Connectors must be kept clean Special alcohol may be used to clean optic output Always put dust caps back on when the unit is not being used and keep the dust caps clean 6 3 Calibration Requirements Calibration of the instrument every two years 1s recommended Please contact your supplier or our agent for proper calibration 33 FOT PM 7 Warranty Information 7 1 Terms of Warranty All products are guaranteed against defective components and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of shipment to customers Any product found to be defective within the warranty period shall be repaired or replaced free charge Units must be properly packaged and shipped pre paid back to our factory This warranty does not cover accessories or optional parts 7 2 Exclusions The warranty on your equipment shall not be applied to defects resulting from the following 1 Unauthorized repair or modification 2 Improper use negligence or accident We reserves the right to make changes to the product packages at any time without h
13. 4 4h Average Configuration Under Power Meter mode press tm W to select Average and press Enter to get to the configuration menu Then press i W to select sample average Please press Enter for confirmation The selected option is marked with Press Quit to escape back to upper menu NOTE Average Off is the default setting 4 2 2 1 5 Buzzer Buzzer is designed to test the stability of fiber optical power When the instrument detects power outside of the normal expected range the buzzer will automatically sound an alarm Under Power Meter mode press im WH to select Buzzer and press Enter to enter the configuration menu There are three menu options Max Min and Buzzer as shown in Figure 4 41 Buzzer MAA gt 0 00 dBm Min 70 00 dBm Buzzer Figure 4 41 Buzzer Configuration 14 FOT PM e Max Under the Buzzer configuration menu press lt f WY to select Max and press Enter to enter the Max configuration menu as shown in Figure 4 4 Press tm W to change the Max value digit by digit beginning from the left most digit After the first digit is confirmed press Set to move to the next right digit Adjustment is made in succession Press Enter to confirm and exit to the upper menu Max i 10 00 dBm Min 70 00 dBm Figure 4 4j Buzzer Max Configuration e Min The operation process is similar to Max Configuration Please refer to the above proced
14. OT PM ioj xf File Recall Draw Help Porn COM1 X Cable Company Date From Operator Time To Location FOT PM Upload Application System Open Dialog Look in Sy FOT PM ce ES AUTOTESTRECORD csv AUTOTRACERECORD csv la STORERECORD csv File name testdata Files of type csv file format 4 Cancel a Figure5 7 Open saved file Press Enter records will be displayed as shown in the following figure Users can browse the records via mouse clicks To close opened file click Close Menu from the File menu pull down lolx File Recall Draw Help S g e Heg Port Cale Company ooo Date 200333 OOOO From reine Operator a Time fie303 0 C Location tst s S me 54 924 dBm 54 524 dBm 54 951 dBm 54 924 dBm 54 513 dBm 54 940 dBm 54 948 dBm 54 590 dBm 54 940 dBm 54 513 dBm 54 940 dBm 54 590 dBm 54 918 dBm 54 579 dBm 54 940 dBm 54 546 dBm 54 929 dBm i 54 929 dBm 54 940 dBm v EANTA jn b m ISOS Figure 5 8 Browse Saved Records 30 FOT PM 5 3 6 Printing of Stored Data After uploading records or opening a stored record file the user can print records via a printer The GUI is shown in Figure 5 9 CIC Union Tech Inc FOT PM Ci Program Files e File Recall Draw Help A E EE Pon com Li 7 7 Date 200333 p Pinter Time fiez038 Name ME eea Status Ready Type HP Laseret 1200 Series PCL am
15. USER MANUAL FOT PM Optical Power Meter C IC CTC Union Technologies Co Ltd ISO goo CTC Union Technologies Co Ltd Far Eastern Vienna Technology Center Neihu Technology Park SF No 60 Zhouzi St Neihu Taipei 114 Taiwan Tel 886 2 26591021 Fax 886 2 27991355 Email info ctcu com URL http www ctcu com FOT PM User Manual Optical Power Meter Copyright 2004 CTC Union Technologies Inc All rights reserved All specifications are subject to change without prior notice Safety Instructions Safety Terms Used in This Manual WARNING identifies any procedure or practice that could result in serious injury CAUTION identifies any procedure or practice that could CAUTION result in damage to the instrument or serious injury NOTE identifies information that may be beneficial NOTE pa i uring the use and maintenance of the instrument Optical Power Meter is a laser instrument Users should avoid looking directly into the optic output The use of microscopes or magnifiers should also be avoided for they may focus a highly intense beam onto the retina of the eye and result in permanent eye damage CAUTION Battery The battery for this instrument is a rechargeable Ni MH battery If the battery is unused for a long time it should be recharged before using If the instrument is left idle for more than two months the battery also should be recharged to maintain adequate power Bat
16. aving to replace or change previously purchased units 7 3 Returning Equipment To return equipment for yearly calibration or for any other reason please contact our local representative for additional information and obtain an RMA Return Materials Authorization number Please describe briefly the reasons for product return in order to facilitate efficient service 7 4 Contacting Customer Service Please check our representatives for updates to this manual and additional application information If you need technical or sales support please contact your local representative 34 Network Testers CTC Union Technologies Co Ltd Far Eastern Vienna Technologies Center Neihu Technology Park 8F No 60 Zhouzi St Neihu Taipei Taiwan Phone 886 2 2659 1021 Fax 886 2 2 799 1355 E mail info ctcu com http www ctcu com
17. be modified to optimal display by pressing the am W key through the following procedures e Power on the instrument the GUI is displayed as in Figure 4 1 e Press hay key and the contrast will be intensified Press oD key and the contrast will be weakened Repeat the above procedures until optimal contrast is obtained 4 2 1 2 Power Meter and Laser Source Interface Press Func the instrument will enter Power Meter mode as shown in Figure 4 2a 132 0nm IO 000 dBm Scale 10 00 0 5 dBm Figure 4 2a Power Meter Interface FOT PM Press Func again to select the Laser Source mode The laser source is displayed as shown in Figure 4 2b Laser Source CW HAI Une 90 dBm AUTO OFF Figure 4 2b Laser Source Interface 4 2 1 3 GUI Display As shown in Figures 4 2a and 4 2b GUI Display description is as follows i Wavelength Wavelength of laser source or power meter Power Value Display Under Laser Source mode the actual power value will be displayed under Power Meter mode actual power value will be displayed Modulation Frequency Under Laser Source mode modulation frequency will be displayed under Power Meter mode actual frequency value will be displayed Scale Under Power Interface mode the scale is used to notify the power change around a reference value W stands for the reference point the middle of the scale AC The instrument is powered through an AC to DC adap
18. e Auto Test Report After auto test is completed the instrument screen will display the auto test result report as shown in Figure 4 7d Users can browse the test results of 1310nm and 1550nm wavelength tests by pressing lt W 310nm Set Loss 0 40 dB Km Test Loss 12 40 dB Fiber Length 31 00 Km Figure 4 7d Report of Auto Test Result Please press Quit to exit to auto test configuration menu 22 FOT PM Auto test is only applicable to long distance single mode NOTE optical fiber 4 2 2 4 Recall Using the Recall function users can review stored measurement results of 850nm 1300nm 1310nm 1550nm and auto test Under the Main Menu press im WY to select Recall and then press Enter to enter the Recall Menu as shown in Figure 4 8a B50 nm 1300 nm 1310 nm 1550 nm Auto Test Figure 4 8a Recall Menu Under the Recall menu press 4 W to select the corresponding wavelength or auto test and press Enter to enter submenu The screen will display stored records of the selected wavelength or auto test Users can browse all stored records of the selected wavelength by pressing im vV as shown in Figure 4 8b If there are no stored records the display will briefly show the message NO RECORD Please press Quit to exit to the upper menu S50nm Record 10 00dBm 10 10d Bm Figure 4 8b Recall Records 23 FOT PM 4 2 2 5 Clear With this function us
19. e batteries Caution during operation The following situations may cause auto power off to the instrument The instrument will be automatically powered off when there is insufficient power during operation and low power indicator light turns red If with insufficient power the instrument will be immediately shut off several seconds after turned on to protect the batteries from excess discharging In either case the batteries should be charged immediately Caution during charging Quick charge is needed first and then switch to normal charge after the voltage reaches a predefined figure The ambient temperature range for quick charge should be 10 40 C while for normal charge 0 45 C The batteries may not fully charge could suffer possible damage if the charging temperature is outside the recommended range or the battery life could be shortened 4 hours for quick charge Do not charge for over 8 hours 3 4 Cleaning of Interfaces In order to keep instrument accuracy proper cleaning NOTE should be performed before conducting any tests A lint free cloth and reagent grade isopropyl alcohol may be used to clean the connectors If the connectors are not clean they may cause performance errors as follows Measurement errors Linearity errors Attenuation in optical power Optical power received may appear to be out of optical range for measurement FOT PM 4 Specific Functions and Operations
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21. ers can delete measurement records of 850nm 1300nm 1310nm 1550nm and auto test which are stored in the instrument Under Set menu press im WH to select Clear and press Enter to enter the Clear Menu as in Figure 4 9a Clear S90 nm 1300 nm 1310 nm 1550 nm Auto Test Figure 4 9a Clear Menu Under the Clear Menu press tm W to select the corresponding wavelength and press Enter to enter the Delete Record menu as shown in Figure 4 9b Select Yes and Enter for confirmation and all stored records of the selected wavelength will be deleted Or select NO and press Enter to exit Delete Record Figure 4 9b Delete record confirmation 24 FOT PM 4 2 2 6 Auto Off The instrument has automatic shutoff function If this function is activated and no keys have been pressed for 5 minutes the instrument will automatically shut off to save battery power Under the Main Menu use tm YW key to select Auto Off and press Enter key to activate or deactivate Auto off function When the asterisk x appears the Auto Off Function is active when there is no asterisk the Auto Off function is disabled After setting press Quit key to exit the Main Menu NOTE The default set is auto off on 4 2 2 7 Set Default With this function users can set all parameters and configuration of this instrument to factory defaults Under the Main menu press s W to select Set Default and press Enter to e
22. llow normal procedures to run the application The GUI will be displayed as follows 26 PS crCunion Tech Inc rorem ST File Recall Draw Help we amp Por COM Cabe t i S S Company t Date 2004214 0 From Es Operator D Time o0t 2022 0 o E Location t t S Figure 5 1 FOT PM Data Collection Software GUI 5 3 2 Menu and Tool bar Under the application click File on the menu bar The menu displays as shown in Figure 5 2 Upload Open Close Save Print Exit Upload Open Close Save Exit Figure 5 2 File Menu Menu Upload to upload measurement records Open a saved data file to browse measure results Close the file Save the testing data displayed on GUI Print the data displayed on GUI Exit FOT PM Upload Application system 2J FOT PM Choose the right COM port and then click the File pull down FOT PM Under the application software click Recall on the menu bar to reveal the pull down as shown in Figure 5 3 w Store Record AutoTest Record AutoTrace Record Figure 5 3 Record Menu for Software Store Record Select stored records accordingly Auto Test Record Select Auto Test Records Auto Trace Record Select Auto Trace Records Under the application click Draw on the menu bar to reveal the Scale pull down Menu Figure 5 4 as follows lv Stale 1 0dB 5 Scale 2 Od Bh Scale 3 00 Bia i Scale 4 OdBIL AutoTrace
23. nter the Set Default interface as shown in Figure 4 10 Then select Yes or No and press Enter to confirm The instrument will perform relevant operation and return back to the upper menu automatically Load Default Figure 4 10 Set Default Confirmation 25 FOT PM 5 Data Collection Software 5 1 Introduction The FOT PM Upload Application is an upload software developed by our company especially for the FOT PM Fiber Power Meter It allows stored measurement records in the instrument to be displayed saved or printed on a PC through the RS232 serial port The data format is comma separated values compatible with Microsoft Excel All stored records can be browsed edited and printed in Excel 5 2 Software installation 5 2 1 Computer system requirements CPU Pentium or above Operating System Microsoft Windows 98 or above Memory 64MB or above Hard disk 10MB or above excluding the space of operating system CD ROM 8x speed or above RS 232 serial port 5 2 2 Install and Activate the data collection system Start Windows98 2000 and please quit all the other application programs Insert the installation disc into CD ROM driver Browse and double click setup exe to install The installation is similar to other Windows application software Follow the instructions of installation wizard step by step until the installation is completed 5 2 3 GUI After installation of FOT PM Upload Application system fo
24. ny time during the trace process by pressing Quit and exit back to the Auto Trace menu shown in Figure 4 4k e Auto Trace Finish and Draw power variation curve When the instrument completes auto tracing within the defined time it will show Finished as shown in Figure 4 4m 16 FOT PM Auto Trace Finished Quit to exit Enter to draw Figure 4 4m Auto Trace Finished After completion of auto trace users may press Quit to go back to Auto Trace configuration menu as shown in Figure 4 4k or they may press Enter to draw power variation curve as shown in Figure 4 4n Scale 10 00 41 0 dBm 550 om Tame j Figure 4 4n Auto Trace Curve NOTE To change the dynamic range for the instrument s auto trace curve adjust the mid reference value Values outside of the range will be displayed If users wish to get a more detailed trace curve please upload the data to a PC for further processing 4 2 2 1 7 Zero The Zero function provides users with an easy way for auto calibration of the power meter which can be used to rectify the instrument s power value under non luminous state in daily testing The procedure requires placing the dust cap on the optical input to ensure that the tie in is completely enclosed and receiving no laser signal After power on enter the Power Meter mode and press im WY to select Zero Press Enter to start auto calibration The result is shown in Figure 4 40
25. p Where pub 1200 Comment pub 1200 Print range Copies All Number of copies fi a t Pages fom to I 3 Selector RUBE Eee cmos b A Figure 5 9 Printing of Stored Data 5 3 7 Auto Trace Drawing After uploading auto trace records or opening stored auto trace record files users can click Auto Trace Drawing from the Draw pull down menu The software will draw auto trace curves in a new window as shown in Figure 5 10 5 AutoTrace Record Drawing 5 x Max 49 277 dBm Min 51 351 dBm Avg 50 249 dBm Ref 50 599 dBm lt Minutes r dB Scale 1 0dB Scale 2 0dB C Scale 3 00B C Scale 4 00B H Ss Figure 5 10 Power Auto Trace Interface 31 FOT PM In the Figure Max The maximum value of the records Min The minimum value of the records Avg The average value of the records Ref The reference value Click on the Scale radio buttons to change the dynamic range of Y axis Single click Redraw to draw a new curve of another power range Single click Print to print this curve or single click Close to close this curve drawing window 5 3 8 Exit the Software Click the Exit menu from the File pull down menu to exit the application or click the X in the upper right hand corner of the window 32 FOT PM 6 Maintenance and Calibration 6 1 Maintenance of Batteries NOTE Notes for maintenance of batteries in the instrument
26. ter DC the instrument is powered by battery When the instrument is powered by AC DC adapter the internal batteries are automatically charged Charging internal batteries Battery is fully charged When the instrument is powered by battery battery status is shown on the LCD sL almost no power 1 BEN over half power low battery full power half power FOT PM Auto Off Sign for Auto off After powered on the default status of the instrument is Auto Off set on If the instrument is idle for 5 minutes it will automatically shut off to conserve battery power If Auto Off function is set off operating time will be displayed on the LCD To set Auto off function please refer to menu operation introduction 4 2 1 4 Wavelength Switching Under the Power Meter or Laser Source modes wavelength switching can be accomplished by pressing im W 4 2 2 Menu Configuration and Measurement Operation Under the GUI mode press Set key to enter the Main Menu as shown is Figure 4 3 Main Menu Power Meter Laser Source Visible Laser Auto Test Recall Clear Figure4 3 Main Menu Press im W key to make selections in the Main Menu and then press the Enter key to enter a sub menu Press Quit key to return to the upper menu The Main Menu includes the following nine submenus FOT PM NOTE Auto test is only applicable for long distance single mode fiber optical 4 2 2 1 Power Meter In GUI press Set to en
27. ter the main menu Use im WH to select Power Meter and press Enter The display will look like Figure 4 4a Power Meter W dBm Reference Precision Average Buzzer Auto Trace Figure 4 4a Power Meter Configuration Menu The Configuration Menu includes the following eight submenus Set Menu After configuration is set please press Quit to exit back to the Main Menu 4 2 2 1 1 W dBm Under the Power Meter mode press im WY to select W dBm and press Enter The configuration menu is as shown in Figure 4 4b Use im vV to select and press Enter to confirm The current unit is marked with 10 FOT PM Following configuration press Quit to exit back to the upper menu Meter W dBm Figure 4 4b Unit Configuration dBm is set as default W consists of mW uW NOTE nW and pW When W is selected the FOT PM will choose relevant units to display automatically 4 2 2 1 2 Reference Under Power Meter mode press im W to select Reference and press Enter The configuration menu is shown in Figure 4 4c Reference Dref 10 00dBm Ref Value 10 00dBm Ref On Ott Figure 4 4c Reference Configuration Under this configuration menu there are three sub menus DRef Ref Value and Ref DRef Set current tested power value with relative reference value Ref Value Set mid reference value for relative measurement Ref Reference on off 11
28. tery Power Do not charge batteries for more than 8 hours Battery replacement should be done by qualified service personnel only Do not expose batteries to fire or intense heat Do not open or mutilate batteries Avoid touching the electrolyte in the batteries which is corrosive and may cause injury to eyes skin or damage to clothes External Power All hand held instruments from our company support external power The power requirement is DC 13 8V 1 0A Laser Radiation To avoid serious eye injury never look directly into the fiber optic output of any optic network equipment test equipment patch cords or test jumpers e Always avoid looking directly into the optic output port when the instrument is working e Always put the dust cap on the optical interface when the instrument is not being used e Always avoid looking directly to an open end of fiber patch cords in operation and make any open end point to a non reflective object if possible Protective Case When the instrument is not in use always keep the instrument in the case for protection il Table of Contents Salet y INSTHUC HONS e cacaesamenvecieyceacsthcsamseeennsaeeueenaranetes 1 Safety Terms Used in This Manual ssiecnnanini nnn 1 Ls General TE OLIN AIO Mis sareia8s sat0se sce vees E N 1 Ted COPS Ov Cis Manual orren en a a ven eavoges teen 1 2 Unpacking and Ins peC ion ossitsissosteersssctteecerrccrecacaws E taamineems l de SME OCUC LION sona E teausdacoee
29. ures e Buzzer On Off Under the Buzzer menu press Mim vV to select Buzzer On Off and press Enter to activate or deactivate buzzer When appears it means buzzer is enabled otherwise it is disabled After configuration press Quit to exit back to higher level menu NOTE Buzzer Off is the default setting 4 2 2 1 6 Auto Trace This function can auto trace and record power variation in optical fiber within a defined period and draw a power variation curve after the defined period so as to save the manual labor in recording e Activate Auto Trace For the proper implementation of the auto trace function the mid preference point needs to be set first For specific configuration please refer to 4 2 2 1 2 which will be y axis for the power variation curve 15 FOT PM NOTE When auto trace function is on Ref key in 4 2 2 1 2 should be off After setting the proper reference select Auto Trace under Power Meter mode as shown in Figure 4 4k Auto Trace 15 minutes bO minutes Drawing Figure 4 4k Auto Trace Configuration Different trace times can be chosen by pressing lt YW and then press Enter to confirm The trace time with 1s the current setting After confirmation the instrument will start auto tracing as shown in Figure 4 41 Tracing Quit to stop Time lominute Figure 4 41 Auto Trace in Progress e Terminate Auto Trace Users can terminate auto trace at a
30. with a large and easy to read LCD display The FOT PM has a large memory capacity and can transfer test data to a PC by software for analysis graphic drawing reporting and printing of previously stored data Its microprocessor and linear magnifying technology can guarantee long time accuracy The FOT PM combines the functions of Laser Source amp Visible Laser and Power Meter It is ideal for both single mode and multi mode fiber checkouts Features e Large LCD with EL backlight Multi wavelength auto self testing Measurement of optical loss dB Absolute power measurement for dBm or mW Store measurement data and upload to PC Both Continuous Wave and modulation frequency modes 270 1K 2K Hz modulation frequency Single optical connector realizing dual wavelength output Power Meter to auto trace laser source variation Manual and auto modes of data collection Auto save measurement data Auto data collection that can be program controlled Dual power and auto charging Low battery indicator Auto power off for saving battery life FOT PM 2 Specifications 2 1 Specifications for Model FOT PM Power Meter Module Specifications Detector Type Dynamic Range dBm Accuracy 25 C amp 10dBm Resolution Data Storage Wavelength nm Laser Source Module Specifications Emitter Type lt 5 Wavelength nm 1310 1550 20 Spectral Width nm E Output Power Stability Short term 0 05 dB Modulation Frequency Connector Type Other
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