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1. Test Port Figure 5 4 Link Test Setup 37 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Reviewing Saved ORL Test Results Refer to Figure 5 5 for a related illustration Prior to reviewing saved tests select the ORL TEST MODE and then OPEN the file to be viewed refer to sections titled Selecting Test Mode page 7 and Opening Files page 15 Press the MENU key to display the ORL MAIN MENU screen The REVIEW RESULTS option is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the ORL RESULTS screen refer to Figure 5 5 Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the desired test fiber number 1 a Aa Co PY e You may press the MORE soft key to scroll through saved test results Press the HEADER soft key to change a header display as follows e AUTO RETEST e TEST WAVELENGTH S e DATE and TIME e FILE NAME Highlight bar indicates the selected test fiber Use arrow keys to move the highlight bar Test fiber numbers 1 MORE TEST HEADER Press to scroll through saved test results Press to start AUTO RETEST AUTO RETEST 3 XX YY 2 XX NY XX ORL RESULTS A Header displays labels as follows AUTO RETEST TEST WAVELENGTH DATE TIME of the selected test or FILENAME 4 Test results Press to change a header display Also this soft key will toggle middle sof
2. 27 Step Il Mandrel Wrap Referencing setting the lower ORL limit 27 Performing a TURBO amp rnt tct desastres 29 Reviewing Saved TURBO Test Results ssseene 31 ORL Mode Measuring Optical Return Loss Screens and MENUS s casto tt Gnd rece ete rore 32 Setting REIR COS eR 33 ORL Return LOSS REGENCE ree tete tereti 34 Step 14 6 dB Referencing setting the upper ORL limit 34 Step Il Mandrel Wrap Referencing setting the lower ORL limit 35 Performing a Connector 36 Performing LINK eret tete 37 Reviewing Saved ORL Test Results sse 38 A t m 39 OLTS Mode Measuring Insertion Loss MEMS 40 Setting nteger e Heb dee a ede dun 41 OLTS Insertion Loss Reference sse 42 SELF s e eo E E 42 MUTUAL 43 Performing a Link 44 Reviewing Saved OLTS Test Results sse 46 Testing with the TURBOTEST 500B OPM and OLS Power Meter Reference Setup ssssssssseennmnnnnnes 48 TURBOTEST 500B Referenta Setup tette tert dr terrd rte ts 49 Performing
3. Limits Set OLTS and ORL PASS FAIL limits Unit Main or Remote Files per each test mode of available memory References Set references for the current test mode Talk Set Talk option setup if installed Test Mode Activate the desired test mode Battery Percent Displays battery capacity or AC if plugged in Version Displays firmware version Figure 3 1 Main Menu Configuration Section 3 Selecting Test Mode The TURBOTEST 500B offers five operating modes to perform the following fiber optic measurements TURBO mode both optical return loss and optical loss measurements Two TURBOTEST 500B units are required to operate in this mode When the TURBO mode is enabled one TURBOTEST 500B unit auto links to second TURBOTEST 500B unit OLTS mode optical loss measurements Two TURBOTEST 500B units are required to operate in this mode When the OLTS mode is enabled one TURBOTEST 500B unit auto links to second TURBOTEST 500B unit REMOTE mode forces the TURBOTEST 500B unit into the Smart Remote mode OPM mode performs optical power measurements ORL mode performs optical return loss measurements To Select a Test Mode 1 on A Cc N From the MAIN MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the TEST MODE option Press the SELECT soft key to display a list of available test modes Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the desired test
4. 45 OPM Port Figure 6 2 Self Referencing Note lf the display reads NOT VERIFIED clean all fiber optic connectors again and check for excessive fiber bends be sure laser output is properly set Perform the required procedures over 42 Section 6 MUTUAL Referencing Refer to Figure 6 3 for a related illustration 1 On entry to the OLTS REFERENCE screen the INSERTION LOSS screen is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the INSERTION LOSS REFERENCE sub screen Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the MUTUAL option Press the SELECT soft key to access the CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z screen Attach the APC connector on one reference cable to the Test Port unit A MAIN Attach the APC connector on another reference cable to the Test Port unit Z REMOTE Mate free ends UPC connectors of test cables using the appropriate adapter N nO FP CO N Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 8 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z screen 9 From the CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z screen press the START soft key on the MAIN unit to begin referencing If prompted to confirm re referencing choose YES 10 When both units display READY press the START soft key on the MAIN unit
5. Allows connection to a PC for file transfer LOLOL T A est Port ser Active Optical Test port Optical port for return loss testing loss testing and for generating a a gt a e 270 Hz 1 kHz 2 kHz tone Use the provided APC UPC reference cable for connections Test A V TURBOTEST 500B Optical Loss Test Set NOYES Used for connecting the head set to the TURBOTEST 500B for communication between test sets Power port DC power input 18 V 2 2 A maximum This is the interface for the AC power adapter AC Charger indicator When ON indicates that an AC adapter is connected to the TURBOTEST 500B The red light indicates that the rechargeable battery is charging The green light indicates that the battery is fully charged Figure 2 1 TURBOTEST 500B Ports Section 2 Front Panel Features Talk Active indicator When ON indicates that Talk laser is active Soft keys The label shown on the display above the key indicates the current function assigned to the key Press the soft key to activate the command Back key Press to return to the previous screen Press and hold to return to the top level test screen Menu key Press to access the MAIN MENU screen for the current test mode Power key Press and hold to turn the instrument on or off Backlight key Press to turn the display backlight ON o
6. TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Feature Overview High speed transmission systems employ laser sources with narrow bandwidths which are sensitive to back reflections caused by components splices and connectors If too much light is reflected back to the laser transmitter the modulation characteristics and spectrum of the laser may change This change will degrade the systems performance For efficient operation of the laser transmitter it is necessary to test for optical return loss caused by back reflections Note Most manufacturers of fiber optic transmission systems specify the maximum allowable return loss for error free operation The TURBOTEST 500B offers the latest technology in a single fiber bi directional loss and return loss testing that provides the exchange of loss data and references between units The instrument performs three fiber optic measurements Optical Power OPM Optical Return Loss ORL and Optical Loss OLTS measurements In automatic TURBO mode the instrument performs both Optical Return Loss ORL and Optical Loss OLTS measurements The TURBOTEST 500B can store up to 920 records in any combination of its four operating modes and if any configuration other than TRIPLE wavelength is selected If the configuration is TRIPLE wavelength the TURBOTEST 500B can store up to 460 records Stored test results can be transferred to a PC for a complete report generation For a complete description of the PC execut
7. WRAP VERIFIED 22 Section 4 Two TURBOTEST 500B units are required to perform bi directional insertion loss and return loss tests on a single fiber One unit must be operating in the TURBO mode while another in the REMOTE test mode When the TURBO test mode is selected the LCD display on the MAIN unit shows the TURBO indicator in the upper left part of the screen and the selected wavelength s in the upper right part of the screen The LCD display on the REMOTE unit shows the REMOTE indicator in the upper left part of the screen TURBO TRIPLE nm REMOTE READY READY FIBER START Selecting a Test Wavelength The following procedure is common for all TURBO and OLTS mode test screens or sub screen where the wavelengths selection option is available To select a wavelength perform the following steps 1 Press the A to access the TEST WAVES screen The display will read as follows TEST WAVES A to Z direction of test 7 ZEN Z to A direction of test 1 indicates that 1310nm 1310 X direction A to Z is deselected X 1550 X Available wavelengths X indicates that 1625nm X 1625 08 XI indicates the highlighted direction A to Z is selected A Z SELECT wavelength Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the desired wavelength Press the A Z Z A soft key to select the direction of test Press the SELECT soft key to select or deselect the test wa
8. 1 Remove the protective rubber boot from a unit 2 Remove the battery compartment cover located on the back of the unit 3 Replace the battery observing proper polarity 4 Replace the cover and rubber boot Battery Recharging When a low battery label BAT is displayed on the test screen the battery requires charging The instrument will operate for approximately 1 hour minimum after the BAT label is displayed REFERENCE IS OVER 1 DAY OLD SET REFERENCE IS RECOMMENDED BAT Low Battery Label LATER A battery can be recharged to full capacity in about three hours To fully recharge the battery 1 Connect the AC power adapter charger to the Power Port 2 The battery will charge whether the TURBOTEST 500B is powered ON or OFF Battery Indicator Lights The two color LED on the side of the TURBOTEST 500B shows the power condition of the internal battery when the unit is plugged into the AC adapter charger The green light indicates that the battery is fully charged The red light indicates that the battery is charging via the AC adapter charger refer to Figure 2 1 page 4 Note To reduce noise the AC adapter charger will shut down during TURBO or OLTS tests The AC charger indicator will turn red Once the test is complete the indicator will turn back green 62 Section 10 Cleaning Optical Ports The Voice Test and OPM Ports must be kept free from dirt or other contaminates to ensure accurate measureme
9. To Test screen TRIPLE nm READY FIBER X CABLEO1 START TURBO REFERENCE To REFERENCE TURBO REFERENCE INSERTION LOSS 14 6 dB REF WRAP MANDREL SELECT SELF MUTUAL To Wavelength screen To INS LOSS screen SELECT To 14 6 dB REF screen TEST WAVES A Z Z A i X 1310 X SELF screen To MUTUAL screen TURBO TRIPLE nm X 1550 X Y 1310 15 2 1625 15 5 dB X 1625 X TURBO UAE mee REF CABLE 7 SELECT LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT SET X TURBO TRIPLE nm A Z ZA To Wavelength screen To Wavelength screen UNWRAP VERIFIED test in progress TURBO TURBO TEST COMPLETE FIBER X REVIEW TRIPLE nm Press to save results in the next available memory location Or use UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location then press SAVE TURBO REVIEW TEST RESULTS ARE DISPLAYED EXIT RETEST 1310 710 16 VERIFYING 1310 1550 1625 REFERENCE SET TRIPLE nm COMMON SITE REF CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z X START COMMON SITE REF READY REFERENCE SET Figure 4 1 TURBO Mode Screens and Menus To MANDREL screen TURBO 1310 15 2 TRIPLE nm 1625 15 5 dB 1550 15 4 WRAP MANDREL SET To Wavelength screen
10. Min 24 hours format Unit Main or Remote Battery Percent Displays battery capacity or AC if plugged in Version Displays firmware version Figure 3 3 Other Functions Menu Configuration 18 Section 3 Power Adjustment Use the following procedures to turn lasers ON OFF or to generate a Tone signal 270 Hz 1 KHz or 2 KHz and adjust the Continuous Wave CW signal Refer to Figure 3 4 for a related illustration Note Every operating test mode allows you to access the POWER ADJUSTMENT screen and perform the Continuous Wave CW signal adjustment but to turn lasers ON OFF or to generate a Tone signal 270 Hz 1 KHz 2 KHz you need to enable the OPM test mode If lasers have been adjusted since last OLTS and or ORL referencing references need to be reset after adjustment Turning Lasers On Off and Generating a Tone Signal 1 Enable the OPM test mode then press the MENU key to display the OPM MAIN MENU screen Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the OTHER FUNCTIONS option Press the SELECT soft key to access the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen The POWER ADJUST option is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to display the adjustment sub screen Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the OPM Port Press the A soft key to select the laser to be adjusted
11. The voice communication feature is useful where other types of communication are not available Talk Setup Use the following procedures on both TURBOTEST 500B units to setup a communication link on a common spare fiber 1 From the MAIN MENU screen use either UP and DOWN arrow key to highlight the TALK SET option Press the SELECT soft key to enable the TALK mode Attach one end of a jumper cable to the Voice Port and the other to the spare fiber Attach the headset plug to the Headset Port then put the headset on and adjust to fit Press the START soft key to begin The units will attempt to establish a link Once completed the units will ring c A W Spare fiber X jy E E dE UPC Connector 3 Y 4 Voice Port Test Port TURBOTEST 500B Figure 9 2 Talk Setup 59 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide The display will read CONNECTED OFF ANSWER 7 Press the ANSWER soft key The display will read CONNECTED VOLUME OFF RETURN e You may press the UP or DOWN arrow key to adjust the volume Note The volume control is automatically readjusted to default settings when the TALK mode is turned OFF or the unit is powered down 8 Toallow testing during the conversation press the RETURN soft key or BACK key and then select the desired test mode The TALK option will still be activated and
12. screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the OTHER FUNCTIONS option Press the SELECT soft key to access the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the LIMITS option Press the SELECT soft key to display the LIMITS screen Choose either OLTS LIMITS or ORL LIMITS option then press the SELECT soft key to access the OLTS LIMITS or ORL LIMITS sub screen Press the A soft key to select the desired wavelength refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 Press the COARSE FINE soft key to toggle between the COARSE and FINE adjustment mode Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to increase or decrease the limit value displayed on the screen You may set limits within the allowable range as follows When done press the SET soft key to save settings 10 Press the BACK key to return to the previous screen Note PASS FAIL limits must be set to ON in the GENERAL SETUP screen before use 20 Section 3 General Setup The GENERAL SETUP sub screen allows you to adjust Contrast set Time Date and enable or disable the SOUND POWER SAVE or LIMITS functions 1 From the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the GENERAL SETUP option 3 Press the SELECT soft key to access the GENERAL SETUP screen 4 Press the PAGE soft key to toggle between the GENERAL SETUP screen 1 a
13. we are offering a molded cleaning tip that will trap contamination and wick cleaning solvents from bulkhead connectors This new cleaning tip is a molded sintered polymer that is both porous and pliable conforming to virtually any fiber end face polish geometry while trapping and absorbing contaminants CCT cleaning tips and FCC2 cleaning fluid may be combined into FCP1 fiber optic cleaning kits Noyes offers a complete selection of FCP1 cleaning kits for field cleaning The FCP1 Series of kits delivers compact safe easy to use reliable cleaning for all types of fiber optic connector end faces Visit our web at www AFLtele com go Clean for more information For cleaning the TURBOTEST 500B OPM optical port and adapter caps a supply of optical cleaning wipes and IPA Reagent Grade Isopropyl Alcohol 99 or better and a can of filtered compressed air may be used TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 2 Functional Description TURBOTEST 500B Ports Removable Cleaning port Provides access to the internal ferrule for safe and easy cleaning Adapter cap The OPM port must be equipped with an adapter cap Caps for different connector styles are available from Noyes OPM optical input Adapter Cap mount Accepts Noyes thread on adapter caps Headphone Input Voice port Allows connection to another TURBOTEST 500B or a compatible talk set Voice Talk Active Li Serial Transfer Cable input
14. 11 When the MAIN unit displays REFERENCE SET press the BACK key several times to return to the OLTS test screen UPC Connector Adapter UPC Connector D d Reference Cable Reference Cable APC Connector z APC Connector 4 gt Test Port REMOTE Figure 6 3 Mutual Referencing 43 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Performing a Link Test One TURBOTEST 500B unit must be operating in the OLTS test mode while another in the REMOTE test mode For this setup procedure the two units will be differentiated by T500B unit A MAIN and T500B unit Z REMOTE Refer to Figure 6 4 for a related illustration 1 2 3 Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the link under test From the TEST screen press the A soft key on the MAIN unit to select the desired wavelength refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the TEST screen When the READY label is displayed press the START soft key on the MAIN unit to begin testing The T500B unit A MAIN attempts to establish a data link with the T500B unit Z REMOTE Once linked the units exchange reference information and then measure the following e inser
15. Connector UPC Connector 0 Y 1 1 e Adapter Test Port 0 sme Cable Mandrel 4 Figure 5 3 Testing a Connector 36 Section 5 Performing a Link Test Refer to Figure 5 4 for a related illustration 1 Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port 2 Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the fiber under test at the patch panel Note If the link under test is less than 60 km then the use of a Terminator is recommended If the link is greater than 60 km then termination is not required 3 Once connected the TURBOTEST 500B will automatically measure and display the return loss measurements for the link under test 4 Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the next available memory location 5 To save test results in a specific memory location perform the following steps Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location increase decrease fiber e Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the selected location Oncesaved testresults can later be retrieved refertosectiontitled Reviewing Saved ORL TestResults page 38 Patch Panel UPC Connector in n 2 44 p Reference Cable lt t Patch Panel 0 APC Connector Link under test Tem
16. OPM 1310 nm SET REFERENCE UNITS SET Reference Set Figure 8 1 OPM Mode Screens and Menus 1310 nm UNITS Press the SAVE soft key to save test results in the next available memory location OPM 1310 nm FIBER X next available location SAVED UNITS SAVE Use UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location then press the SAVE soft key OPM 1310 nm FIBER Y selected location SAVED UNITS SAVE 53 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide The TURBOTEST 500B may be used as a stand alone Optical Power Meter to perform diagnostic and evaluation tests associated with fiber optic transmission systems The TURBOTEST 500B measures both absolute power dBm or pW and loss dB The operational wavelength and the measurement mode dBm dB or uW must correspond with the specifications of the transmitter under test Setting References 1 From the OPM TEST screen press the MENU key to access the OPM MAIN 2 Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the REFERENCES option 3 Press the SELECT soft key to access the OPM REFERENCE screen 4 Press the SET REF soft key to access the OPM SET REFERENCE sub screen 5 Press the A soft key to select the desired wavelength to be referenced 6 Press the SET soft key to save the displayed value as the new reference The display will return to the OPM TEST screen Measuring O
17. cable to the Test Port 7 Terminate the reference cable by slowly wrapping it around the supplied mandrel until the back reflectance reading no longer changes In most cases 10 wraps are sufficient Note The TURBOTEST 500B will accept an ORL reference between 40 and 70 dB When measuring optical return loss the higher the measurement value equals less reflection For example a fiber link measuring 35 dB has more reflection than a link measuring 45 dB 8 While holding the wrap press the SET soft key to save the reference values 9 If the display reads NOT VERIFIED followed by two beeps unwrap the reference cable clean all fiber optic connectors again and check for fiber breaks and then repeat steps 5 8 10 If the display reads WRAP VERIFIED followed by a beep the reference is set You may unwrap the reference cable Note Do not unwrap the reference cable until after the WRAP VERIFIED message is displayed followed by the beep APC Connector 6 gt Y Test Port Mandrel 01 UPC Connector Figure 4 4 Mandrel Wrap Referencing 28 Section 4 Performing a TURBO Test Use the following procedures on both TURBOTEST 500B units to simultaneously perform insertion and return loss tests on a single fiber optic link For this setup procedure the two units will be differentiated by T500B unit A MAIN and T500B unit Z REMOTE Clean all fiber optic connectors and opt
18. chargers Battery life w o talk active and backlight ON 22 hours typ with Lithium lon rechargeable pack w o talk active and backlight OFF 32 hours typ with Lithium lon rechargeable pack talk active and backlight ON 10 hours typ with Lithium lon rechargeable pack talk active and backlight OFF 12 hours typ with Lithium lon rechargeable pack Li lon battery pack charging temp 10 to 45 C Note Li lon battery pack charging time will increase by 25 at a temperature below 5 C Important Do not charge the Li lon battery pack at a temperature above 45 C 67 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide RS 232 Pin Designations PC Cable DB 9 Female Not Used 4 Data Terminal Ready Transmitted Data lt Clear to Send Received Data RTS Ready to Send DTR Data Terminal Ready Not Used Ground lt Shield 68 Section 11 Appendix A Return Loss of Fiber Link with Open End vs Terminated End Length Length 1310 nm 1310 nm 1550 nm 1550 nm km miles Terminated Open Terminated Open 1 61 1 38 1 15 9 40 9 15 6 3 22 2 35 f 17 1 38 3 16 5 4 83 3 34 5 18 4 37 0 17 5 6 44 4 33 8 19 6 36 2 18 4 8 05 5 33 3 20 8 35 6 19 3 9 65 6 33 0 22 0 35 2 20 3 11 26 32 8 23 1 34 9 21 2 12 87 8 32 6 24 2 34 7 22 1 14 48 9 32 5 25 3 34 5 23 0 16 09 10 32 4 26 3 34 4 23 9 24 14 15 32 3 30 0 34 0 27 9 32 18 20
19. designated by the Talk Active Indicator 9 make volume adjustments or to return to the TALK mode press the MENU key then choose TALK SET option and then press the SELECT soft key again 10 To disconnect the communication link press the OFF soft key Note Disabling the TALK feature when it is not needed will prolong the battery life 60 Section 10 Section 10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance This section suggests how to diagnose and solve problems that you may encounter describes the displayed messages explains how to clean optical ports and charge the battery Please use the following sequence of steps if there is a problem 1 Review the Troubleshooting section page 64 and 65 for problem solving information 2 If you can t solve the problem on your own contact Noyes for further assistance Be sure to have the following information available before you contact Technical Support e Product name and serial number printed on the back of the unit e Purchase data Description of the problem including any error messages that were displayed 3 Callthe Technical Support Department Phone 800 321 5298 North America 603 528 7780 A Technical Support representative will work with you to quickly determine and solve problems you may have It is helpful if the units are available when you call 61 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Battery Maintenance Battery Replacement To replace a battery
20. eroe tcr cetera creer 51 OPM Mode BUTLER 53 Setting 54 Measuring Optical 54 Reviewing Saved OPM Test RESURS 55 AUTO RETEST 56 Using the TURBOTEST 500B with Optical Fiber Identifiers 57 Dess 57 Section 9 Talk Option BATUR EE PEE ELEMENT 58 MESS EE 59 Section 10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Battery Maintenance cccccccsscsccscsscsscsscsscssssscsscsscsscsscsscsscssssseasesscssesseseerees 62 Battery Replacement suce ertet Certe 62 Battery Recharging enne nnne 62 Battery INGiGAtOr terrre eterne teer net een 62 Cleaning Optical Ports esses enenatis 63 Cleaning Voice and Test POTES noscit tre te tre de 63 cleaning ORM POET m ces temet tette ettet nente 64 TURBOTEST 500B M6SSag88 osten terre ente rens tree ree 65 Solving Test Print and Software Problems sssee 65 Section 11 Specifications TURBOTEST 500B SpecIfIGallOri8 67 RS 232 Pin Designations seen 68 Appendix A Return Loss of Fiber Link with Open End vs Terminated End 69 List of Figur
21. rca 42 Figure 6 3 Mutual Referencing sssssseennnnnes 43 Figure 6 4 Link TeSt Setup sitcom certe tete tens tette ertet 44 Figure 6 5 Reviewing Saved OLTS Test Results 46 Figure 7 1 OPMIReferece Setup cometen ree oes tnt acre 48 Figure 7 2 TURBOTEST 500B Reference 50 Figure 7 3 WINK Test o6ltllpsiciecetir entere teret tere ertet teres pn deese 51 Figure 8 1 OPM Mode Screens and Menus sss 53 Figure 8 2 The OPM Test Mode Screen eene 54 Figure 8 3 Reviewing Saved Test Results sssssssseee 55 Figure 8 4 OPM Auto treten testen eevee tenete tenete en 56 Figure 8 5 Fiber Identification Setup sse 57 Figure 9 1 Talk Mode Screens and Menus seenne 58 ile Uus EPA LIU 59 Figure 10 1 Cleaning Optical Ports 63 Return loss of fiber span with open end vs terminated end 69 Safety Information Important Safety Information A AN AN gt WARNING Use of controls or adjustments other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure eser M The TURBOTEST 500B is a CLASS LASER PRODUCT WARNING Use only the specified AC adapter Use of another type of AC adapter can damage the instrument and
22. to the fiber under test Fiber 1 8 Attach the reference cable that is connected to the Test Port to the second fiber under test Fiber 2 9 The display will now show a loss measurement of the fiber link Fiber 1 10 Press the SAVE soft key to save the measurement s in the next available memory location 11 To save test results in a specific memory location perform the following steps e Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location increase decrease fiber e Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the selected location Once saved test results can later be retrieved refer to the section titled Reviewing Saved TURBO Test Results page 31 Do the following to the Optical Power Meter 12 At the far end the loss of the fiber link Fiber 2 is displayed on the OPM Press the STORE key to save the loss data in the next available memory location Note Swap fibers and repeat for bi directional test results Repeat the procedures described in this section to continue testing insertion loss of additional fiber links 52 Section 8 Section 8 OPM Mode Screens and Menus OPM TEST RESULTS FOR FIBER FILE FIBER X Select wavelength Select units of measure To access the OPM REFERENCE screen press the MENU key then select REFERENCES and then press m OPM REFERENCE CONNECT SOURCE TO OPM PORT OR SET REF
23. 1 oN OO FPF CO N Prior to reviewing saved tests select the TURBO test mode and then OPEN the file to be viewed refer to sections titled Selecting Test Mode page 7 and Opening Files page 15 Press the MENU key to display the TURBO MAIN MENU screen The REVIEW RESULTS option is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the TURBO RESULTS screen refer to Figure 4 7 Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the desired test fiber number You may press the MORE soft key to scroll through saved test results Press the SELECT soft key to view the highlight test When test results are displayed press either UP or DOWN arrow key to toggle between LOSS insertion loss and ORL return loss records To return to the TURBO RESULTS screen press either Exit soft key or Back key Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the desired test TURBO RESULTS Indicates date and time of the 18FEBO2 12 56P selected saved test lt Highlight bar Indicates the selected Saved test fiber number bs Test wavelength 1310 1310 nm SELECT 1490 1490 nm 1550 1550 nm Press to display more tests E 1825 Ted D 1315 1310 1550 nm 1415 1490 1550 nm Press to view the selected 1516 1550 1625 nm test results TRPL TRIPLE Figure 4 7 Reviewing Saved Test Results 3l TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 5 ORL
24. 32 2 31 6 33 9 30 9 40 23 25 32 2 32 1 33 9 32 7 48 27 30 32 2 32 2 33 9 33 4 56 32 35 32 2 32 2 33 9 33 7 64 36 40 32 2 32 2 33 9 33 8 dB 0 0 5 0 Oo 1310 Terminated End 10 0 1310 Open End 160 1550 nm Terminated End zn 1550 nm Open End 25 0 30 0 690999 35 0 pus asst 40 0 46 0 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 Miles 0 8 05 16 09 24 14 32 18 40 23 48 27 56 32 64 36 km Return loss of fiber span with open end vs terminated end 69 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide 70 F AFL Telecommunications A Fujikura Business Thank you for choosing Noyes Test amp Inspection 16 Eastgate Park Road Belmont NH 03220 Z D Phone 800 321 5298 goo C 603 528 7780 CERTIAED Fax 603 528 2025 www AFLtele com go Noyes Mo NOYES 7 Test amp Inspection A Division of AFLTelecommunications
25. 7 AFL Telecommunications A Fujikura Business TURBOTEST 500B Insertion Loss and Return Loss Test Set User s Guide A Division of AFLTelecommunications AFL Telecommunications A Fujikura Business TURBOTEST 500B Insertion Loss and Return Loss Test Set User s Guide A Division of AFLTelecommunications ene EAM 2002 2009 AFL Telecommunications all rights reserved T50B 00 1000 Revision F 2009 08 04 Specifications are subject to change without notice Limited Warranty One Year Limited Warranty All Noyes products are warranted against defective material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment to the original customer Any product found to be defective within the warranty period will be repaired or replaced by Noyes In no case will Noyes liabilities exceed the original purchase price of the product Exclusions The warranty on your equipment shall not apply to defects resulting from the following e Unauthorized repair or modification e Misuse negligence or accident CE Information of any applicable specifications including full compliance with all essential requirements C These instruments have been designed and tested to comply with the relevant sections of all applicable EU Directives Returning Equipment To return equipment please contact Noyes to obtain additional information and a Service Request S R number To allow us to serve you more efficiently please inclu
26. BO REFERENCE screen from the TURBO MAIN MENU screen as follows e Press the MENU key e Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the REFERENCES option e Press the SELECT soft key to display the TURBO REFERENCE screen OLTS Insertion Loss Reference INSERTION LOSS referencing allows you to reference the laser output for accurate loss measurement of a fiber link Two methods are available for setting an insertion loss reference SELF or MUTUAL Note The MUTUAL referencing is available for eliminating variations due to connector tolerance 24 Section 4 when self referencing Either referencing method may be selected for performing an insertion loss reference setup SELF Referencing Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below Refer to Figure 4 2 for a related illustration 1 c A CO N On entry to the TURBO REFERENCE screen the INSERTION LOSS screen is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the INSERTION LOSS REFERENCE sub screen Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the SELF option Press the SELECT soft key to access the LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT screen Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the OPM Port Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wave
27. Default Filename 9 Setting the START FIBER Parameter i iiie ctrca 10 Setting the LOCATION Parameter 11 Setting the TECHNICIAN Parameter tiere nta 12 Setting the JOB Parameter 13 Adding 14 Deleting Files TURBOTEST 500B allows you to delete the selected file or all saved files at once Perform the following steps 1 From the FILE MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the DELETE FILE option Press the SELECT soft key to access the DELETE FILES screen A list of saved files will be displayed Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the file to be deleted Press the DEL soft key to delete the selected file 15 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide 5 6 7 When prompted to confirm deletion choose YES or NO By pressing the ALL soft key you may delete all saved files at once When prompted to confirm deletion choose YES or NO To return to the FILE MENU screen press the BACK key Transferring Test Results to a PC The TURBOTEST 500B can store internally up to 460 in any combination of its four operating modes With the supplied Windows compatible software stored test results can be transferred to a PC for a complete report generation To transfer files to a PC 1 Install the PC Software supplied with your TURBOTEST 500B Note For a complete description of the PC Software
28. LECT To Wavelength screen To INS LOSS screen TEST WAVES A Z Z A OLTS REFERENCE X 1310 X SELF E I X 1550 X MUTUAL Y Y X 1625 X A 7 SRET Seer TRIPLE nm M ZA To SELF screen To MUTUAL screen test in progress OLTS TRIPLE nm COMMON SITE REF Se LOOP BACK OPM PORT CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z TEST COMPLETE FIBER X REVIEW START A START To Wavelength screen To Wavelength screen Press to save results in the next available memory location Or use UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location then press SAVE OLTS TRIPLE nm TRIPLE nm VERIFYING 1310 1550 1625 READY OLTS REVIEW TEST RESULTS ARE DISPLAYED REFERENCE SET REFERENCE SET EXIT RETEST Figure 6 1 OLTS Mode Screens and Menus 40 Section 6 Two TURBOTEST 500B units are required to perform bi directional insertion loss tests on a single fiber One unit must be operating in the OLTS test mode while another in the REMOTE test mode When the OLTS test mode is selected the LCD display on the MAIN unit shows the OLTS indicator in the upper left part of the screen and the selected wavelength s in the upper right part of the screen The LCD display on the REMOTE unit shows the REMOTE indicator in the upper left part of the screen OLTS TRIPLE nm REM
29. Mode Measuring Optical Return Loss Screens and Menus ORL TRIPLE nm REFERENCE OVER 1 DAY OLD SET REFERENCE IS RECOMMENDED LATER NOW To TEST screen To REFERENCE screen TRIPLE ORL REFERENCE 14 6 dB REF WRAP MANDREL ORL TEST RESULTS FOR FIBER X FIBER X X SAVE SELECT Select wavelength Two ways to SAVE Press SAVE to save test Or you may use UP and To 14 6 dB REF screen To MANDREL screen results in the next available DOWN arrow keys to select memory location a specific memory location then press SAVE ORL TRIPLE nm ORL TRIPLE nm FILE XX FILE XX FIBER Y next available location FIBER selected location SAVED SAVED ORL TRIPLE nm 1310 15 2 1625 15 5 dB 1550 15 4 ORL TRIPLE 1310 15 2 1625 15 5 dB 1550 15 4 WRAP MANDREL SET CONNECT 14 6 REF CABLE SET Select Wavelength UNWRAP VERIFIED Figure 5 1 ORL Mode Screens and Menus Select Wavelength WRAP VERIFIED 32 Section 5 One TURBOTEST 500B unit is required to perform an optical return loss test Fiber optic terminators are recommended to remove back reflections when testing fiber link less than 60 kilometers 37 5 miles in length Call Noyes for ordering information Refer to Appendix A for a chart and graph relating to return loss of a fiber link with open end vs terminated en
30. OTE READY READY FIBER CABLEO1 X START Setting References Setting references is recommended on a daily basis before testing and when changing test jumper s If lasers have been adjusted since last referencing references need to be reset Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below On entry to the OLTS test mode the MAIN TURBOTEST 500B unit will determine if the reference hasn t been set for over 24 hours and prompt you to re reference OLTS TRIPLE nm REFERENCE IS OVER 1 DAY OLD The display will read SET REFERENCE I RECOMMENDED LATER NOW e Pressing the LATER soft key allows you to omit setting references and use the old reference values e Pressing the NOW soft key allows you to access the OLTS REFERENCES screen and select the desired option as follows OLTS Reference insertion Loss gt Self Referencing p Loop Back to OPM PORT screen gt Mutual Referencing Connect Test Port to Unit Z screen Note You may also access the REFERENCES screen from the OLTS MAIN MENU screen Press the MENU key then choose REFERENCES and then press SELECT 41 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide OLTS Insertion Loss Reference INSERTION LOSS referencing allows you to reference the laser output for accurate loss measurement of a fiber link Two methods are available f
31. Press the OFF ON 270 1K 2K soft key to turn the selected laser ON OFF or to generate a Tone signal 270 Hz 1 KHz 2 KHz 10 When all adjustments are done press the BACK key to return to the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen cO FP CO APC Connector E UPC Connector 6 1 Test Port OPM Port Figure 3 4 Laser Adjustment Setup 19 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Adjusting Continuous Wave CW Signal 1 Noon A CO Enable the OPM test mode then press the MENU key to display the OPM MAIN MENU screen Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the OTHER FUNCTIONS option Press the SELECT soft key to access the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen The POWER ADJUST option is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to display the adjustment sub screen Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the OPM Port Press the A soft key to select the laser to be adjusted Press the COARSE FINE soft key to toggle between the FINE and COARSE adjustment mode 10 Use the Up or Down arrow keys to increase or decrease the Continuous Wave CW value displayed on the screen 11 When all adjustments are done press the BACK key to return to the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen Setting Limits 1 Aa Ww N 9 From the MAIN MENU
32. Press the SELECT soft key to display the adjustment sub screen Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port 5 6 Attach an adapter to the other end of the reference cable 7 Press the A soft key to select the laser to be adjusted 8 Press the OFF ON 270 1K 2K soft key to turn the selected laser ON Do the following to the Optical Power Meter 9 Power on the Optical Power Meter 10 Press the A key to select a desired wavelength The selected wavelength must correspond with the operational wavelength of the TURBOTEST 500B 11 Press the dB dBm key to select dBm units of measure 12 Attach the reference cable to the adapter cap see Figure 7 1 13 Attach the other end of the reference cable to the adapter that is already on the TURBOTEST 500B reference cable 14 Press and hold the REF key until the HELD label is displayed The meter automatically zeroes the display and begins measuring direct loss from the TURBOTEST 500B to the Optical Power Meter TURBOTEST 500B Reference Setup Use the following procedures on the TURBOTEST 500B and the Optical Light Source to perform the optical reference setup Refer to Figure 7 2 on page 50 for a related illustration Clean all fiber optic connectors before performing test procedures described below Do the following to the Optical Light Source 1 Power on the Optical Light Source and select the proper wavelength of operation Allow the light sour
33. T soft key to display the LOCATION screen The display appears as follows LOCATION a Editable text field Table of alphanumeric characters Table of alphanumeric characters BACK BACKSPACE OK CANCEL 3 Press the BACK key multiple times to clear the editable text field if needed 4 Use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired character from the displayed table of alphanumeric characters 5 Press the SEL soft key to enter the highlighted character in the filename field 6 Repeat steps 4 amp 5 to enter up to 12 characters 7 When you finish entering characters press the OK soft key to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen 8 You may continue setting other test identification parameters by selecting the desired parameter refer to the corresponding section for details 11 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide 9 Or you may save the created file by pressing the SAVE soft key 10 If you choose the SAVE option you will be prompted to confirm creation of a new file e Choose YES to save the created file and return to the TEST screen of the currently selected test mode e Or choose NO to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen Note If you attempt to create a new file with the filename that already exist you will be prompted to confirm overwriting Choose YES to confirm or NO to cancel overwriting Setting the TECHNICIAN Parameter To
34. URBOTEST 500B User s Guide REFERENCE NOT VERIFIED The TURBOTEST 500B is unable to verify the reference cable value Clean all fiber optic connectors again If operating in TURBO mode perform the reference setup procedures again Refer to Section 4 If operating in OLTS mode perform the reference setup procedures again Refer to Section 6 With properly cleaned or newly supplied APC UPC reference cables the unit does not show close to 14 6 dB of return loss Unit needs to be referenced to the test cable Perform the reference procedure again for terminating the fiber around the mandrel Select a single wavelength mode and remove any mandrel wraps on the test cable Press the MENU key to access the MAIN MENU screen Select REFERENCES gt ORL 14 6 dB then press SET The unit will display the return loss value within 0 2 dB of 14 6 dB at the selected wavelengths The unit is now referenced to the test cable at the selected wavelength Can t transfer data to a PC Incomplete or improper setup Confirm that the data to be transferred from the TURBOTEST 500B is retrieved from the proper test mode Verify that the PC software is ready to receive that data transfer Confirm that the transfer cable is connected properly Verify that the selected COM Port option is the same as that of the transfer cable connection on the computer port Unable to power up while operatin
35. abel if not displayed 3 Press the TEST soft key to start testing 4 The TURBOTEST 500B display will switch from the OPM RESULTS screen to the OPM TEST screen and show the retest results 5 You may press the SAVE soft key to store results into the current memory location and return to the OPM RESULTS screen Or 6 You may press the BACK key to return to the OPM RESULTS screen without saving retest results OPM RESULTS AUTO RETEST 3 XX 2 1 MORE TEST HEADER Press to start AUTO RETEST Lt Press to display the AUTO RETEST label if not shown OPM XXXX nm TEST RESULTS FOR FIBER X FIBER X CABLEO1 X UNITS SAVE Figure 8 4 OPM Auto Retest 56 Section 8 Using the TURBOTEST 500B with Optical Fiber Identifiers The TURBOTEST 500B is designed to generate the 2 kHz TONE signal for use with Optical Fiber Identifiers to isolate specific fibers from a bundle In the following procedures the Noyes OFI 200 Optical Fiber Identifier is used to detect the modulated tone from the TURBOTEST 500B This application is commonly referred to as toning out the fiber Tone Setup 1 WwW N Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the other end of the reference cable to the fiber to be traced From the OPM test screen press the MENU key to access the OPM MAIN MENU screen Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight th
36. able software refer to the User s Guide supplied with the software An optional dedicated digital TALK option is available for full time full duplex communication between test operators while testing other fibers in a bundle The TURBOTEST 500B is powered by the internal rechargeable Lithium lon battery pack or external AC power adapter Recommended Accessories You will need fiber optic test jumpers to connect the TURBOTEST 500B to the fiber under test Test jumpers must have the same core and cladding size as the fiber under test The connector at one end of the test jumper must mate with the appropriate optical port on the TURBOTEST 500B The connector on the other end must mate with the fiber optic link under test Test jumpers with a variety of lengths and connector styles are available from Noyes Optical ports and connector end faces must be kept free from dirt or other contaminates to ensure accurate measurements and operation For cleaning connector end faces on the TURBOTEST 500B Voice and Test Ports test jumpers and in fiber frames or adapters Noyes recommends using our exclusive FCC2 non hazardous cleaning fluid and CCT molded cleaning tips The FCC2 fluid is a non flammable environmentally safe residue free solvent engineered to clean fiber connector end faces The CCT molded cleaning tips introduce a new fiber connector end face cleaning technology Rather than Section 1 a fabric covered or foam covered stick
37. aracters TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide 5 Press the SEL soft key to enter the highlighted character in the filename field 6 Repeat steps 4 amp 5 to enter up to 10 characters 7 When you finish entering characters press the OK soft key to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen 8 You may continue setting other test identification parameters by selecting the desired parameter refer to the corresponding section for details 9 Or you may save the created file by pressing the SAVE soft key 10 If you choose the SAVE option you will be prompted to confirm creation of a new file e Choose YES to save the created file and return to the TEST screen of the currently selected test mode e Or choose NO to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen Note If you attempt to create a new file with the filename that already exist you will be prompted to confirm overwriting Choose YES to confirm or NO to cancel overwriting Setting the START FIBER Parameter By default the TURBOTEST 500B sets the start fiber parameter as number 1 This parameter may be changed if needed To set the START FIBER parameter perform the following steps 1 From the EDIT FILE HEADER screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the line labeled FROM 2 Press the SELECT soft key to display the START FIBER screen The display appears as follows START FIBER XXXX lt Start fiber number field editable num
38. ce to stabilize 1 2 minutes 2 Attach the reference cable to the optical port located on the top of the unit 49 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Do the foll owing to the TURBOTEST 500B 3 Return to the OPM test mode Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the OPM Port 4 5 Attach an adapter to the connector at the other end of the reference cable 6 Attach the reference cable on the Optical Light Source to the adapter on the TURBOTEST 500B reference cable 7 Press the A soft key to select the required wavelength 8 Press the MENU key to access the OPM MAIN MENU screen 9 Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the REFERENCES option 10 Press the SELECT soft key to access the OPM REFERENCE screen 11 Pressth e SET REF soft key to display the OPM SET REFERENCE sub screen The reference value will be displayed on the sub screen 12 Press the SET soft key to save the displayed reference value Once completed the unit is now measuring optical loss from the Optical Light Source to the TURBOTEST 500B UPC Connector Adapter UPC Connector p 4 Reference Cable A Reference Cable APC Connector 5 6 Optical Port Optical Light Source Figure 7 2 TURBOTEST 500B Reference Setup 50 Section 7 Performing a Link Test Once the refe
39. create the danger of fire and electrical shock WARNING To avoid the danger of fire and electrical shock e Never use a voltage that is different from that for which the AC adapter is rated e Do not plug the unit into a power outlet that is shared by other devices e Never modify the power cord or excessively bend twist or pull it e Donotallow the power cord to become damaged Do not place heavy objects on the power cord or expose it to heat e Never touch the AC adapter while your hands are wet e Should the power cord become seriously damaged internal wiring exposed or shorted contact the manufacturer to request servicing CAUTION To avoid serious eye injury never look directly into the optical outputs of fiber optic network equipment test equipment patch cords or test jumpers Always assume that optical outputs are on NOTICE The TURBOTEST 500B contains no user serviceable parts The unit must be returned to Noyes or authorized agents for repair and calibration IMPORTANT Proper care in handling should be taken when using any precision optical test equipment such as the TURBOTEST 500B Scratched or contaminated optical connectors can impact the performance of the instrument It is important to keep the dust caps in place when the unit is not being used IMPORTANT Do not charge the Li lon battery pack at a temperature above 45 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide vi Section 1 Section 1 General I
40. creation of a new file e Choose YES to save the created file and return to the TEST screen of the currently selected test mode e Or choose NO to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen Note If you attempt to create a new file with the filename that already exist you will be prompted to confirm overwriting Choose YES to confirm or NO to cancel overwriting 14 Section 3 Opening Saved Files 1 From the FILE MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the OPEN option Press the SELECT soft key to access the OPEN FILE screen A list of saved files will be displayed Note The gt symbol next to the filename indicates the current file Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the desired file e You may press UP DOWN or MORE TOP if displayed soft keys to scroll through the list of saved files Once the desired file is highlighted press the SELECT soft key to make it current Note You will need to make the desired file current to perform the following functions e Save test results to the desired file e Transfer files to a PC e Edit test identification parameters Editing Test Identification Parameters Once a new file is created and test identification parameters are set they may be edited at any time Editing is done in the EDIT FILE HEADER screen For details refer to sections titled as follows nth Page Number Changing the
41. d Setting References Use the following procedures to perform an optical return loss reference setup Setting references is recommended on a daily basis before testing and when changing test jumper s Lasers must be set to 5 dBm output refer to section titled Common Functions Power Adjustment page 19 If lasers have been adjusted since last referencing references need to be reset Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below On entry to the ORL test mode the TURBOTEST 500B unit will determine if the reference hasn t been set for over 24 hours and prompt you to re reference ORL TRIPLE nm REFERENCE IS OVER 1 DAY OLD The display will read SET REFERENCE I RECOMMENDED LATER NOW e Pressing the LATER soft key allows you to omit setting references and use the old reference values e Pressing the NOW soft key allows you to access the ORL REFERENCE screen and select the desired option as follows ORL REFERENCE p gt 14 6 dB REF gt Connect 14 6 Ref Cable screen gt WRAP MANDREL Wrap Mandrel screen Note You may also access the REFERENCES screen at any time from the ORL MAIN MENU screen Press the MENU key then choose REFERENCES option and then press the SELECT soft key 33 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide ORL Return Loss Reference ORL reference characterizes calibra
42. de a brief description specifying the reasons for the return of the equipment AFL Telecommunications Noyes Test amp Inspection 16 Eastgate Park Road Belmont NH 03220 Tel 800 321 5298 603 528 7780 Fax 603 528 2025 Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Information Important Safety Information V Section 1 General Information Contacting Noyes Customer 1 UNPACKING and 1 80 1 cron rtt tette tte ttr tete teet cedens 1 Feature OVErViCW P 2 Recommended Accessories 2 Section 2 Functional Description FWRBOTEST SOOB PONS etre tera eene nee vtta Deren 4 Front Panel Fedlul6S teet ttc teet eem rt tren 5 Section 3 Common Functions Main Men Configuration isnin te e tee tesi rex te erre Rer ru teu 6 Selecting TESTE oo 7 File Managemen assena 8 File Menu rhone pn RE 8 Creating a New File and Setting Test Identification Parameters 9 Changing the Default Filename ssssseennnnn 9 Setting the START FIBER Parameter seeen 10 Setting the LOCATION Parameter 11 Setting the TECHNICIAN Parameter 12 Setting the JOB Parameter ssssseeennnnns 13 Aging Nol
43. e 14 OPENING AVEC FICS 15 Editing Test Identification Parameters 15 Deleting FIGS 15 Viewing Statist 17 Other Functions MENU 18 Other FUNCTIONS Menu Configuration cocinero 18 Power AGIUSIMEND inis 19 Turning Lasers On Off and Generating a Tone 510 19 Adjusting Continuous Wave CW Signal eene 20 Setting LIMIS 20 General SOU 21 Seng COD SE 21 Setting Time and Date citt m treten etre teetisnis 21 Enabling Sound Power Save and Limits sees 21 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Section 7 Section 8 Turbo Mode Measuring Insertion amp Return Loss OCIESMS and MENUS 22 Selecting a Test WAVEIEN QUA 23 Setting RefereflC8S s coo 24 OLTS Insertion Loss R ferenGe s m e e i edere ed cete nent 24 SELF Referenclrig iios 25 MUTUAL ttn 26 ORL Return KOSS ReferemiCe rtr recen 27 Step 14 6 dB Referencing setting the upper ORL limit
44. e OTHER FUNCTIONS option then press the SELECT soft key to access the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen Choose the POWER ADJUST option and then press the SELECT soft key to display the POWER ADJUSTMENT screen Press the A soft key to select the desired laser to modulate the 2 kHz TONE signal Press the OFF ON 270 1 K 2 K soft key to display the 2 K tone option The operator at the far end or cut over point is now able to begin searching for the fiber with a 2 kHz tone using an Optical Fiber Identifier HE 4 Patch Panel A 4 lH Reference Cable Link under test APC Connector Optical Fiber Identifier Figure 8 5 Fiber Identification Setup 57 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 9 Talk Option Screens and Menus TALK CONNECT TO VOICE PORT TALK CALLING The units will establish a connection and ring TALK CONNECTED OFF ANSWER TALK CONNECTED VOLUME OFF ANSWER Unit 1 Unit 2 TALK TALK CONNECT TO CONNECTION LOST VOICE PORT RECONNECT OFF NO YES Figure 9 1 Talk Mode Screens and Menus 58 Section 9 The TURBOTEST 500B is optionally equipped to allow voice communication between operators while testing other fibers in a bundle Designed for use on spare single mode fibers the instrument allows quick connection to terminated connectors
45. e Or choose NO to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen Note If you attempt to create a new file with the filename that already exist you will be prompted to 13 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide confirm overwriting Choose YES to confirm or NO to cancel overwriting Adding Notes To add NOTES perform the following steps 1 9 From the EDIT FILE HEADER screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the line labeled NOTE Press the SELECT soft key to display the NOTES screen The display appears as follows NOTES a Editable text field Table of alphanumeric characters Table of alphanumeric characters BACK BACKSPACE OK CANCEL Press the BACK key multiple times to clear the editable text field if needed Use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired character from the displayed table of alphanumeric characters Press the SEL soft key to enter the highlighted character in the filename field Repeat steps 4 amp 5 to enter up to 28 characters When you finish entering characters press the OK soft key to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen You may continue setting other test identification parameters by selecting the desired parameter refer to the corresponding section for details Or you may save the created file by pressing the SAVE soft key 10 If you choose the SAVE option you will be prompted to confirm
46. e cable rene If operating in TURBO mode perform the reference setup procedures again Refer to Section 4 If operating in OLTS mode perform the reference setup procedures again Refer to Section 6 Solving Test Print and Software Problems This section describes how to solve problems you may encounter while using the TURBOTEST 500B instrument or PC software Problem Cause Solution The unit beeps twice when The reference cable Clean the reference cable connectors and optical ports on the attempting to reach a return could be dirty or TURBOTEST 500B Check the adapter for cracks or damage Perform loss reference value of damaged the reference setup procedures again using the newly cleaned jumper greater than 40 dB with the cable for accurate results reference cable wrapped If you are still unable to reach a return loss measurement greater than around the mandral 50 dB then the reference cable might need to be replaced The unit beeps twice when The reference cable Clean the reference cable connectors and optical ports on the attempting to set the 14 6 could be dirty or TURBOTEST 500B Check the adapter for cracks or damage Be dB ORL reference with an damaged sure laser output is properly set in Laser Adjustment screen under unwrapped reference cable OPM menu Perform the reference setup procedures again using the newly cleaned jumper cable for accurate results 65 T
47. eric field 0123456789 a Table of numeric characters BACK BACKSPACE OK CANCEL 3 Press the BACK key multiple times to clear the editable numeric field if needed 4 Use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired character from the displayed table of numeric characters 5 Press the SEL soft key to enter the highlighted character in the editable numeric field 6 Repeat steps 4 amp 5 to enter up to 4 characters 10 Section 3 7 When you finish entering characters press the OK soft key to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER Screen 8 You may continue setting other test identification parameters by selecting the desired parameter refer to the corresponding section for details 9 Or you may save the created file by pressing the SAVE soft key 10 If you choose the SAVE option you will be prompted to confirm creation of a new file e Choose YES to save the created file and return to the TEST screen of the currently selected test mode e Or choose NO to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen Note If you attempt to create a new file with the filename that already exist you will be prompted to confirm overwriting Choose YES to confirm or NO to cancel overwriting Setting the LOCATION Parameter To set the LOCATION parameter perform the following steps 1 From the EDIT FILE HEADER screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the line labeled LOC 2 Pressthe SELEC
48. es Figure 2 1 TURBOTEST 500B Ports sss 4 Figure 2 2 The TURBOTEST 500B Front 5 Figure 3 1 Main Menu Configuration 6 Figure 9 2 File Menu ConfIGUratiori sooo ct 8 Figure 3 3 Other Functions Menu Configuration ee 18 Figure 3 4 Laser Adjustment Setup 19 Figure 4 1 TURBO Mode Screens and Menus 22 Figur 4 2 Self ReferenclfiQ ssa tete de st t dun 25 Figure 4 3 Mutual Referencing 26 Figure 4 4 Mandrel Wrap Referencing eee 28 Figure 4 5 Performing a TURBO Test ssssssseemnmnes 29 Figure 4 6 Reviewing Test Results ccce a 30 Figure 4 7 Reviewing Saved Test Results ssseenne 31 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Figure 5 1 ORL Mode Screens and Menus 6 32 Figure 5 2 Mandrel Wrap Referencing sene 35 Figure 5 3 Testing a Connector 36 Figure 5 4 Link Test cauere eese rer rnt tende 37 Figure 5 5 Reviewing Saved ORL Test Results sss 38 Figure 5 6 ORE Auto ReleSL ct rere certet certet 39 Figure 6 1 OLTS Mode Screens and Menus 40 Figure 6 2 Self Referencingosss cuoc teu te te tente rese tes Fee e
49. g from the rechargeable batteries The internal battery is extremely low on charge Power the TURBOTEST 500B from the AC power Or Recharge the internal battery Refer to the section titled Battery Maintenance on page 62 for additional information Unable to print from PC software The computer may be connected to a network Log off the network Section 11 Section 11 Specifications TURBOTEST 500B specifications Model T503B T504B T506B T506B FTTH Calibrated wavelengths nm 1310 1550 1310 1550 1310 1550 1625 1310 1490 1550 Output power dBm 5 5 5 5 Emitter type Laser Laser Laser Laser Safety class Class FDA 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 IEC 60825 1 2007 03 Detector type InGaAs InGaAs InGaAs InGaAs Insertion loss measurement range 45 45 45 45 Measurement range dBm 6 to 70 26 to 50 26 to 50 26 to 50 Measurement units dB dBm pW ORL dynamic range dB 65 General Specifications All Models Display type 128 x 64 dot matrix liquid crystal display with LED backlight Fiber type Single mode 9 125um nominal Standard connector type SC APC FC APC Dimensions without boot H x W x D 195 x 101 x 57 mm 7 67 x 3 97 x 2 25 inch Weight 1 2 kg 2 6 Ib Operating temperature 0 to 50 C 90 RH non condensing Storage temperature 20 to 60 C 95 RH Power 4 cell Lithium lon rechargeable pack or 110 220V AC
50. ical ports before performing test procedures described below Refer to Figure 4 5 for a related illustration 1 2 3 Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the link under test From the TEST screen press the A soft key on the MAIN unit to select the desired wavelength refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the TEST screen When the READY label is displayed press the START soft key on the MAIN unit to begin testing The T500B unit A MAIN attempts to establish a data link with the T500B unit Z REMOTE Once linked the units exchange reference information and then measure the following insertion loss from T500B unit A to unit Z insertion loss from T500B unit Z to unit A return loss from T500B unit A to unit Z return loss from T500B unit Z to unit A At the completion of the test the T500B MAIN unit will prompt you to REVIEW or SAVE the test results APC Connector UPC Connector 4 do db Patch Panel Reference Cable Reference Cable 0 Test Port APC Connector Link under test REMOTE Figure 4 5 Performing a TURBO Test 29 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide To Review Test Results MAIN unit only 7 From the TEST COMPLETE
51. iewed refer to sections titled Selecting Test Mode page 7 and Opening Files page 15 Press the MENU key to display the OPM MAIN MENU screen The REVIEW RESULTS option is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the OPM RESULTS screen refer to Figure 8 3 Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the desired test fiber number o A c e You may press the MORE soft key to scroll through saved test results 6 Press the HEADER soft key to change a header display as follows e AUTO RETEST e FILE NAME DATE and TIME UNITS Header displays AUTO RETEST option or FILE name or DATE and TIME Highlight bar indicates the selected test fiber UNITS Use arrow keys to move ess the highlight bar 3 XX 2 lt Test results Test fiber numbers 1 XX YY MORE TEST HEADER Press to change a header Press to scroll through saved _ display test results Press to start AUTO RETEST Figure 8 3 Reviewing Saved Test Results 55 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Auto Retest Refer to Figure 8 4 for a related illustration 1 From the OPM RESULTS screen using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the fiber to be retested e You may press the MORE soft key to scroll through saved test results 2 Press the HEADER soft key to display the AUTO RETEST l
52. ing a New File and Setting Test Identification Parameters The NEW option from the FILE MENU screen allows you to create a new file to which a series of tests will be saved and set up test identification parameters such as filename and number test location technician and job information and add notes 1 When the FILE MENU screen is displayed the NEW option is highlighted by default 2 Press the SELECT soft key to access the EDIT FILE HEADER screen The display appears as follows EDIT FILE HEADER CBL CABLEO1 SELECT The following sections explain how to set each test identification parameter Changing the Default Filename By default the TURBOTEST 500B creates the filename labeled CABLE01 This default filename may be changed if needed A Filename may consist of up to 10 characters To change the default filename perform the following steps 1 From the EDIT FILE HEADER screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the line labeled CBL 2 Pressthe SELECT soft key to display the CABLE NUMBER screen The display appears as follows CABLE NUMBER CABLE 01XXX Filename field editable text field Table of alphanumeric characters Table of alphanumeric characters BACK BACKSPACE OK CANCEL 3 Press the BACK key multiple times to clear the filename field 4 Use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired character from the displayed table of alphanumeric ch
53. length page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT screen From the LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT screen press the START soft key to begin the verification Once the display reads REFS VERIFIED followed by a beep if the beeper function is enabled then the reference is set Note Ifthe display reads NOT VERIFIED clean all fiber optic connectors again and check for excessive fiber bends be sure laser output is properly set Perform the required procedures over APC Connector M UPC Connector lt B OPM Port Figure 4 2 Self Referencing 25 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide MUTUAL Referencing Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below Refer to Figure 4 3 for a related illustration 1 OC FP CO N On entry to the TURBO REFERENCE screen the INSERTION LOSS screen is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the INSERTION LOSS REFERENCE sub screen Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the MUTUAL option Press the SELECT soft key to access the CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z screen Attach the APC connector on one reference cable to the Test Port unit A MAIN Attach the APC connector on another reference cable to the Test Port unit Z REMOTE Mate free ends UPC connectors of test cab
54. les using the appropriate adapter Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z screen From the CONNECT TEST PORT TO UNIT Z screen press the START soft key on the MAIN unit to begin referencing If prompted to confirm re referencing choose YES 10 When both units display READY press the START soft key on the MAIN unit 11 When the MAIN unit displays REFERENCE SET press the BACK key several times to return to the TURBO test screen UPC Connector Adapter UPC Connector Gb d lt d Reference Cable Reference Cable APC Connector APC Connector 4 REMOTE Figure 4 3 Mutual Referencing 26 Section 4 ORL Return Loss Reference ORL reference characterizes calibrates the upper and lower back reflection limits Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below Step I 14 6 dB Referencing setting the upper ORL limit 1 9 From the TURBO REFERENCE screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the 14 6 dB REF option Press the SELECT soft key to access the CONNECT 14 6 REF CABLE screen Pres
55. mode Press the SELECT soft key to confirm your selection A TEST screen of the selected test mode will be displayed TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide File Management All the commands and sub screens you need for creating new files adding or editing the test identification parameters opening saved files deleting saved files or downloading saved files to a PC can be accessed from the FILE MENU screen To access the FILE MENU screen perform the following steps e From any screen press the Menu key to display the MAIN MENU of the currently selected test mode e From the MAIN MENU screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the FILE option e Press the SELECT soft key to display the FILE MENU screen File Menu Configuration The diagram below illustrates the FILE MENU structure FILE MENU of the Current Test Mode Create new file and add test identification information as follows filename tested fiber numbers test location technician and company information and add notes Open Make the selected file current Edit Header Edit test information filename tested fiber numbers test location technician and company information and notes Delete File Delete saved files Transfer to PC Download files to a PC Statistics Total number of saved files Files per each test mode of available memory Figure 3 2 File Menu Configuration Section 3 Creat
56. name that already exist you will be prompted to confirm overwriting Choose YES to confirm or NO to cancel overwriting Setting the JOB Parameter To set the JOB parameter perform the following steps 1 From the EDIT FILE HEADER screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the line labeled JOB 2 Press the SELECT soft key to display the JOB screen The display appears as follows JOB a Editable text field Table of alphanumeric characters Table of alphanumeric characters BACK BACKSPACE OK CANCEL 3 Press the BACK key multiple times to clear the editable text field if needed 4 Use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired character from the displayed table of alphanumeric characters 5 Press the SEL soft key to enter the highlighted character in the filename field 6 Repeat steps 4 amp 5 to enter up to 12 characters 7 When you finish entering characters press the OK soft key to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen 8 You may continue setting other test identification parameters by selecting the desired parameter refer to the corresponding section for details 9 Or you may save the created file by pressing the SAVE soft key 10 If you choose the SAVE option you will be prompted to confirm creation of a new file e Choose YES to save the created file and return to the TEST screen of the currently selected test mode
57. nd screen 2 Setting Contrast 1 From the GENERAL SETUP screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the CONTRAST option then press the SELECT soft key to activate 2 Press either or soft key to decrease or increase the contrast value 3 Press the BACK key to deactivate the CONTRAST option and save settings Setting Time and Date 1 From the GENERAL SETUP screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the TIME DATE option 2 Pressthe SELECT soft key to access the TIME DATE screen 3 Pressthe and arrow soft keys to select the parameter to be changed 4 Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to increase or decrease the value 5 Press the BACK key to save settings and return to the SETUP screen Enabling Sound Power Save and Limits 1 From the GENERAL SETUP screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the desired function SOUND POWER SAVE or LIMITS 2 Press the soft key to turn the selected function ON or OFF 3 Press the BACK key to save settings and return to the previous screen Note If the POWER SAVE option is set to ON the unit will power off automatically 10 minutes after the last key press 2l TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 4 Turbo Mode Measuring Insertion amp Return Loss Screens and Menus TURBO TRIPLE nm TURBO REFERENCE IS OVER 1 DAY OLD SET REFERENCE IS RECOMMENDED LATER Now
58. nformation Thank you for purchasing a Noyes TURBOTEST 500B Optical Loss Test Set This instrument has been designed specifically for testing high fiber count cable commonly found in Telco or Broadband systems The purpose of this User s Guide is to explain how to use and maintain this instrument Please check our web site at www AFLtele com go Noyes for updates to this manual software updates and additional application information If you have any questions about the TURBOTEST 500B and recommended accessories or if you need technical or sales support please contact Noyes Customer Service Contacting Noyes Customer Service You may call Noyes Customer Service between 8 a m and 5 p m United States Eastern Time as follows Tel 800 321 5298 North America 603 528 7780 Fax 603 528 2025 E mail NoyesTechSupport AFLtele com Unpacking and Inspection This instrument has been carefully packed in accordance with standard shipping procedures Examine the equipment for damage that may have occurred during shipment If you find any damage or if any of the following items are not included please contact Noyes If the TURBOTEST 500B is equipped with the talk option then a headset will also be included The TURBOTEST 500B package includes e TURBOTEST 500B instrument e Adapter Cap e PC Software and Manual e Mandrel e AC Adapter Charger e Hex Screwdriver e RS 232 Serial Cable e User s Guide e APC UPC Optical Reference Cable e Carry Case
59. nts and operation A supply of optical cleaning pads and isopropyl alcohol or a connector cleaning cartridge is recommended to clean the optical ports Before conducting the cleaning procedures that follow turn the instrument off Cleaning Voice and Test Ports 1 Using the supplied hex key screw driver remove the two hex head screws on the Removable Cleaning Port 2 the Removable Cleaning Port directly out away from the mount 3 The ferrule can now be cleaned Perform one of the following If using Noyes Cleaning Supplies Leaning the FCC2 can back 30 press the button on the FCC2 to fill the well Dip the CCTP tip into the well of the FCC2 to dampen the tip with optical cleaning fluid Place the damp tip over the ferrule to be cleaned Rotate the tip clockwise 10 revolutions while applying varying pressure to create a gentle pumping action where the tip contacts the ferrule Discard the CCTP stick after using both tips Removable Cleaning Port 2 Hex Screw eese 1 Hex Screw 7 3 a Adapter Cap Internal Ferrule 3 a a A Voice Test Port OPM Figure 10 1 Cleaning Optical Ports 63 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide If using lint free optical cleaning pads and isopropyl alcohol 6 e Be sure to use 99 IPA that has not been contaminated e Dampen the wipe with the alcohol and gen
60. on 6 47 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 7 Testing with the TURBOTEST 500B OPM and OLS If only one TURBOTEST 500B unit is available for testing the Optical Power Meter OPM and Optical Light Source OLS may be used for performing optical loss tests on two fibers The Optical Power Meter and Light Source in the following examples are manufactured by Noyes other manufacturers equipment can also be used Power Meter Reference Setup Use the following procedures on the TURBOTEST 500B and the Optical Power Meter to perform optical reference setup at a common site The Optical Power Meter in this example is the Noyes OPM 5 Refer to Figure 7 1 for a related Illustration Clean all fiber optic connectors before performing test procedures described below Do the following to the TURBOTEST 500B 1 Enable the OPM test mode then press the MENU key to display the OPM MAIN MENU screen 2 Use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the OTHER FUNCTIONS option 3 Press the SELECT soft key to access the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen UPC Connector Adapter d Reference Cable Reference Cable Connector 6 13 5 Y Test Port Optical Power Meter Figure 7 1 OPM Reference Setup 48 Section 7 4 The POWER ADJUST option is highlighted by default
61. or setting an insertion loss reference SELF or MUTUAL Note MUTUAL referencing is available for eliminating variations due to connector tolerance when self referencing Either referencing method may be selected for performing an insertion loss reference setup SELF Referencing Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below Refer to Figure 6 2 for a related Illustration On entry to the OLTS REFERENCE screen the INSERTION LOSS screen is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the INSERTION LOSS REFERENCE sub screen 1 c A CO N Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the SELF option Press the SELECT soft key to access the LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT screen Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach the UPC connector on the reference cable to the OPM Port Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT screen From the LOOP BACK TO OPM PORT screen press the START soft key to begin the verification Once the display reads REFS VERIFIED followed by a beep if the beeper function is enabled then the reference is set APC Connector A UPC Connector 4 Y Y
62. ovement will result in fluctuations in the displayed measurement values Refer to Figure 5 3 for a related illustration 1 2 3 4 Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Attach an adapter to the UPC connector on the reference cable Attach the jumper cable to be tested to the adapter Terminate the jumper cable after the adapter by slowly wrapping it around the supplied mandrel until the back reflectance reading no longer changes In most cases 10 wraps are sufficient The TURBOTEST 500B will automatically measure and display return loss of the connection Note If you do not want to wrap the jumper cable around the mandrel attach a Terminator to the end of the cable to eliminate back reflections Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the next available memory location If you need to save test results a specific memory location perform the following steps e Press either UP DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location increase or decrease fiber number e Press the SAVE soft key to store the test data in the selected location Unwrap the jumper cable from the mandrel then disconnect the jumper cable from the adapter Attach the opposite end of the jumper cable to the adapter and perform steps 1 7 again to complete the jumper cable test Saved test results can later be retrieved refer to section titled Reviewing Saved ORL Test Results page 38 Reference Cable APC
63. ptical Power Use the following procedures to verify the optical power of a transmitter The test results should be within manufacturer specifications 1 Attach the jumper cable leading from the transmitter to the OPM Port 2 Press the A soft key to select the desired wavelength 3 Press the UNITS soft key to choose the display units dB dBm or pW 4 Press the SAVE soft key to save the test data in the next available memory location ndicates the selected test Displays the selected mode wavelength OPM 1310 nm ndicates the reference REF 16 42 2K evel value 1810 Displays the selected A 0 02 dB wavelength FILEO1 ndicates fiber number FIBER 1 Test Tone Indicator Will be displayed if the unit detects a TONE signal 270 Hz 1 KHz or 2 KHz Displays the filename of the selected file Displays the test measurement Figure 8 2 The OPM Test Mode Screen 54 Section 8 5 To save test results in a specific memory location perform the following steps e Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location to increase or decrease fiber number e Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the selected location Once saved test results can later be retrieved Refer to the following section Reviewing Saved OPM Test Results 1 Prior to reviewing saved tests select the OPM test mode and then OPEN the file to be v
64. r OFF Talk Active Laser Active a gt dA e A TURBOTEST 500B Optical Loss Test Set NOYES Figure 2 2 The TURBOTEST 500B Front Panel Laser Active indicator When ON indicates that the laser transmitter is turned ON Display Used to show various screens and setup menus measured power or loss and calibrated wavelength UP and DOWN arrow keys Used to navigate menus TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 3 Common Functions Main Menu Configuration When the TURBOTEST 500B is powered on the working screen TEST screen of the currently selected test mode is always displayed The MAIN MENU screen of the currently selected test mode may be accessed from the TEST screen by pressing the MENU key e To select a sub menu use the Up or Down arrow key to highlight a menu item then press the SELECT soft key to display a sub menu screen e Press the BACK key will display a previous screen or sub menu screen The diagram below illustrates the MAIN MENU structure MAIN MENU of the Current Test Mode Review Results Review saved tests in the open file of Other Functions the current test mode Power Adjust Turn laser On or Off generate tone OPM mode only Coarse Fine laser adjustment Delete File Delete saved files Transfer to PC Download files to a PC Statistics Total number of saved files
65. rcentage of the available memory To view statistics 1 From the MAIN MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the FILE option Press the SELECT soft key to access the FILE MENU screen From the FILE MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the STATISTICS option Press the SELECT soft key to display the STATISTICS screen Press the PAGE soft key to toggle between the STATISTICS screen 1 and screen 2 6 Press the BACK key to return to the FILE MENU screen Co oa A 17 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Other Functions Menu All the commands and sub screens you need for general setup adjusting power generating a Tone signal and setting OLTS and ORL Pass Fail limits can be accessed from the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen To access the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen perform the following steps e From any screen press the Menu key to display the MAIN MENU of the currently selected test mode e From the MAIN MENU screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the OTHER FUNCTIONS option e Press the SELECT soft key to display the OTHER FUNCTIONS screen Other Functions Menu Configuration The diagram below illustrates the OTHER FUNCTIONS menu structure MAIN MENU of the Current Test Mode Other Functions Power Adjust Turn laser On or Off generate tone OPM mode only Coarse Fine laser adjustment Time Hr
66. refer to the User s Guide supplied with the software Using the supplied serial cable connect the TURBOTEST 500B instrument to the available COM Port on your PC Open the installed PC Software e From the Software Instrument menu select TURBOTEST 500B e From the Software Settings menu select the appropriate COM Port e n the header fields enter the information that you want to appear on the files transferred from the TURBOTEST 500B instrument e From the software File menu select the Receive Stored Report command From the TURBOTEST 500B MAIN MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the FILE option Press the SELECT soft key to access the FILE MENU screen From the FILE MENU screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the TRANSFER TO PC option Press the SELECT soft key to access the REPORT screen of the current test mode From the REPORT screen choose one of the following e You may press the SELECT soft key to transfer the current file e You may press the All soft key to transfer all files of the current test mode When download is complete press the BACK key several times or press and hold to return to the test screen 16 Section 3 Viewing Statistics The STATISTICS screen allows you to review the following information e Total number of saved files e Number of saved files per every test mode e Number of used and free fibers e Pe
67. rence cable Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Terminate the reference cable by slowly wrapping it around the supplied mandrel until the back reflectance reading no longer changes In most cases 10 wraps are sufficient Note The TURBOTEST 500B will accept an ORL reference between 40 and 70 dB When measuring optical return loss the higher the measurement value equals less reflection For example a fiber link measuring 35 dB has more reflection than a link measuring 45 dB While holding the wrap press the SET soft key to save the reference values If the display reads NOT VERIFIED followed by two beeps unwrap the reference cable clean all fiber optic connectors again and check for fiber breaks and then repeat steps 5 7 If the display reads WRAP VERIFIED followed by a beep the reference is set You may unwrap the reference cable Note Do not unwrap the reference cable until after the WRAP VERIFIED message is displayed followed by the beep APC Connector 5 gt Y Hn Mandrel Test Port UPC Connector Figure 5 2 Mandrel Wrap Referencing 35 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Performing a Connector Test Use the following procedures to perform return loss tests on a jumper cable connector When testing in the ORL mode the display is live The TURBOTEST 500 is continuously measuring return loss thus fiber m
68. rence values have been set in the TURBOTEST 500B and the Optical Power Meter do the following procedures to perform optical loss tests on two optical fiber links Refer to Figure 7 3 for a related illustration Do the following to the Optical Power Meter and Light Source 1 Disconnect the cables at the adapters Do not disturb the connections to the test equipment This is very important to ensure accurate measurements 2 Transport the Optical Light Source and the Optical Power Meter to the far end of the link Place dust caps on the connectors to protect them during the moving process All units may be powered down during this time to conserve battery life 3 Once at the far end power up the Optical Power Meter and Light Source again allowing the laser to stabilize 4 Attach the reference cable on the Optical Light Source to the fiber under test Fiber 1 5 Attach the reference cable on the Optical Power Meter to the second fiber under test Fiber 2 Do the following to the TURBOTEST 500B 6 Atthe near end power up the TURBOTEST 500B and verify that it is operating in OPM mode Note The laser will need to be turned on again repeat steps 1 8 on page 48 and 49 Fiber 1 Fiber 2 eh H red Optical Optical Light Power Source Meter Figure 7 3 Link Test Setup 51 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide 7 Attach the reference cable that is connected to the OPM Port
69. s the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the CONNECT 14 6 REF CABLE screen Clean the Test port and connectors on the reference cable Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Use a dust cap for covering UPC connector to prevent ambient light From the CONNECT 14 6 REF CABLE screen press the SET soft key to set the upper ORL limit If the display reads NOT VERIFIED followed by two beeps if the beeper function is enabled clean and inspect connectors and Test port and then repeat step 7 If the display reads UNWRAP VERIFIED followed by a beep the value is accepted Step Il Mandrel Wrap Referencing setting the lower ORL limit Refer to Figure 4 4 for a related illustration 1 From the TURBO REFERENCE screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the WRAP MANDREL option Press the SELECT soft key to access the WRAP MANDREL screen Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced refer to Section titled Selecting Test Wavelength page 23 When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the WRAP MANDREL screen Clean the Test port and connectors on the reference cable 27 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide 6 Attach the APC connector on the reference
70. screen press the REVIEW soft key to display the TURBO REVIEW screen refer to Figure 4 6 8 Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to toggle between ORL optical return loss test results and LOSS insertion loss test results 9 You may press the RETEST soft key to retest the link 10 To return to the TEST COMPLETE screen press either EXIT soft key or BACK key To Save Test Results MAIN unit only 11 From the TEST COMPLETE screen press the SAVE soft key to store measurements in the next available memory location 12 To save test results in a specific memory location perform the following steps e Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location increase or decrease fiber number e Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the selected location Once saved test results can later be retrieved Displays test results insertion or return loss from T500B unit A to T500B unit Z Indicates the selected test mode Displays test results insertion or return loss from T500B unit Z to T500B unit A TURBO REVIEW 1310 18 5 1550 16 9 18 2 dB A Z Indicates either optical return loss ORL test results or insertion loss LOSS test results Displays the selected wavelength s ORL RETEST 10 Figure 4 6 Reviewing Test Results 30 Section 4 Reviewing Saved TURBO Test Results
71. set the TECHNICIAN parameter perform the following steps 1 9 From the EDIT FILE HEADER screen use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the line labeled TECH Press the SELECT soft key to display the TECHNICIAN screen The display appears as follows TECHNICIAN 0 Editable text field Table of alphanumeric characters Table of alphanumeric characters BACK BACKSPACE OK CANCEL Press the BACK key multiple times to clear the editable text field if needed Use either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired character from the displayed table of alphanumeric characters Press the SEL soft key to enter the highlighted character in the filename field Repeat steps 4 amp 5 to enter up to 12 characters When you finish entering characters press the OK soft key to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen You may continue setting other test identification parameters by selecting the desired parameter refer to the corresponding section for details Or you may save the created file by pressing the SAVE soft key 10 If you choose the SAVE option you will be prompted to confirm creation of a new file e Choose YES to save the created file and return to the TEST screen of the currently selected 12 Section 3 test mode e Or choose NO to return to the EDIT FILE HEADER screen Note If you attempt to create a new file with the file
72. t key between TEST and TOP options Figure 5 5 Reviewing Saved ORL Test Results 38 Section 5 Auto Retest Refer to Figure 5 6 for a related illustration 1 From the ORL RESULTS screen using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the fiber to be retested e You may press the MORE soft key to scroll through saved test results 2 Press the HEADER soft key to display the AUTO RETEST label if not displayed Press the TEST soft key to start testing 4 The TURBOTEST 500B display will switch from the ORL RESULTS screen to the ORL TEST screen and show the retest results 5 You may press the SAVE soft key to store results into the current memory location and return to the ORL RESULTS screen Or 6 You may press the MENU key to return to the ORL RESULTS screen without saving retest results ORL RESULTS AUTO RETEST 3 XX YY 2 XX YY 1 XX YY MORE TEST HEADER Press to start AUTO RETEST 1 Lo Press to display the AUTO RETEST label if not shown ORL XXXX nm TEST RESULTS FOR FIBER X FIBER X CABLEO1 x SAVE Figure 5 6 ORL Auto Retest 39 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Section 6 OLTS Mode Measuring Insertion Loss Screens and Menus OLTS TRIPLE nm To Test screen REFERENCE OVER 1 DAY OLD To REFERENCE screen SET REFERENCE IS RECOMMENDED OLTS TRIPLE nm LATER NOW OLTS REFERENCE READY INSERTION LOSS FIBER START SE
73. tes the upper and lower back reflection limits Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below Step l 14 6 dB Referencing setting the upper ORL limit 1 o Aa Co From the ORL REFERENCE screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the 14 6 dB REF option Press the SELECT soft key to access the CONNECT 14 6 REF CABLE screen Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced Clean the Test port and connectors on the reference cable Attach the APC connector on the reference cable to the Test Port Use a dust cap for covering UPC connector to prevent ambient light From the CONNECT 14 6 REF CABLE screen press the SET soft key to set the upper ORL limit If the display reads NOT VERIFIED followed by two beeps if the beeper function is enabled clean and inspect connectors and Test port and then repeat step 6 If the display reads UNWRAP VERIFIED followed by a beep the value is accepted 34 Section 5 Step Il Mandrel Wrap Referencing setting the lower ORL limit Refer to Figure 5 2 for a related illustration 1 oOo A CO From the ORL REFERENCE screen use either UP or DOWN arrow key to highlight the WRAP MANDREL option Press the SELECT soft key to access the WRAP MANDREL screen Press the A to select the desired wavelength to be referenced Clean the Test port and connectors on the refe
74. tion loss from T500B unit A to unit Z e insertion loss from T500B unit Z to unit A At the completion of the test the TURBOTEST 500B will prompt you to REVIEW or SAVE test results UPC Connector ig Patch Panel Reference Cable Reference Cable 0 APC Connector Link under test APC Connector Test Port REMOTE Figure 6 4 Link Test Setup 44 Section 6 To Review Test Results MAIN unit only 7 From the TEST COMPLETE screen press the REVIEW soft key to display the OLTS REVIEW screen After reviewing results you may do one of the following e You may press the EXIT soft key or BACK key to return to the TEST COMPLETE screen e Or you may press the RETEST soft key to retest the link To Save Test Results MAIN unit only 8 From the TEST COMPLETE screen press the SAVE soft key to store measurements in the next available memory location 9 To save test results in a specific memory location perform the following steps e Press either UP or DOWN arrow key to select a specific memory location increase or decrease fiber number e Press the SAVE soft key to store test results in the selected location Once saved test results can later be retrieved Refer to the section titled Reviewing Saved OLTS Test Result page 46 45 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Reviewing Saved OLTS Test Res
75. tly wipe the exposed ferrule Then dry the ferrule using a new optical wipe Using a can of filtered compressed air held vertically blow out any contaminants from the adapter After cleaning carefully align the key way and replace the Removable Cleaning Port insuring that it snaps into place Once completed the hex head screws can be replaced and tightened Cleaning OPM Port Unscrew the adapter cap from the adapter cap mount Clean the optical port using optical wipes and IPA Using a can of filtered compressed air held vertically blow out any contaminants from the adapter cap 10 Replace the adapter cap once the cleaning is complete 64 Section 10 TURBOTEST 500B Messages The following display messages are listed alphabetically for easy reference Message Cause Meaning Solution HI The amount of light detected Be sure laser output is properly set in Laser Adjustment is above the range of the screen under OPM menu Perform the required test TURBOTEST 500B procedures over LO The amount of light detected Clean all fiber optic connectors again and check is below the range of the for excessive fiber bends Perform the required test TURBOTEST 500B procedures over Be sure laser output is properly set in Laser Adjustment screen under OPM menu Perform the required test procedures over REFERENCE NOT VERIFIED The TURBOTEST 500B is unable Clean all fiber optic connectors again to verify the referenc
76. ults 1 N A CO Prior to reviewing saved tests select the OLTS test mode and then OPEN the file to be viewed refer to sections titled Selecting Test Mode page 7 and Opening Files page 15 Press the MENU key to display the OLTS MAIN MENU screen The REVIEW RESULTS option is highlighted by default Press the SELECT soft key to access the OLTS RESULTS screen refer to Figure 6 5 Using either UP or DOWN arrow key highlight the desired test fiber number You may press the MORE soft key to scroll through saved test results Press the SELECT soft key to view the highlight test When test results are displayed press either UP or DOWN arrow key to toggle between LOSS and AVERAGE LOSS records 10 To return to the OLTS RESULTS screen press either Exit soft key or Back key Press either Up or Down arrow key to highlight the desired test OLTS RESULTS This line indicates date and 18FEBO2 12 56P Highlight bar Indicates the selected time of the selected saved 70 TRPL file test 69 19115 Test wavelength Numbers of saved tests 68 1516 1310 1310 nm Press to display more tests Press to view the selected 1490 1490 nm 1550 1550 nm 66 1550 1625 1625 nm MORE SELECT 1315 1310 1550 nm 1415 1490 1550 nm 1516 1550 1625 nm TRPL TRIPLE 67 1310 test results Figure 6 5 Reviewing Saved OLTS Test Results 46 Secti
77. velength ao Aa W N When the desired wavelengths are selected press the Back key to return to the previous screen 23 TURBOTEST 500B User s Guide Setting References Setting references is recommended on a daily basis before testing and when changing test jumper s Lasers must be set to 5 dBm output refer to the section titled Power Adjustment page 19 If lasers have been adjusted since last referencing references need to be reset Clean all fiber optic connectors and optical ports before performing test procedures described below On entry to the TURBO test mode the MAIN T500B unit will determine if the reference hasn t been set for over 24 hours and prompt you to re reference TURBO TRIPLE nm REFERENCE IS OVER 1 DAY OLD The display will read SET REFERENCE IS RECOMMENDED LATER NOW e Pressing the LATER soft key allows you to omit setting references and use the old reference values e Pressing the NOW soft key allows you to access the TURBO REFERENCES screen and select the desired option as follows Turbo References gt Insertion Loss gt Self Referencing gt Loop Back to OPM port screen gt Mutual Referencing Connect Test Port to Unit Z screen gt 114 6 dB REF gt Connect 14 6 Ref Cable screen gt WRAP MANDREL m gt Mandrel screen Note You may also access the TUR

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