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KI 7000 Series Two Way and ORL Tester User Guide

1. Wavelength Minimum DUT Maximum Spec Specification Measurement Results Centre wavelength 1310 nm 1290 00 nm nm 1330 00 nm 1550 nm 1530 00 nm nm 1570 00 nm nm nm nm Spectral Bandwidth 1310 nm nm 6nm 3 nm typical 1550 nm nm 6nm 3 nm typical nm nm nm Measurement Uncertainty dB Table 6 Centre wavelength and Special Bandwidth FWHM Test Record for KI7340C 7740C Series Light Source section KI 734x 774x UM 8 59 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Instrument Connector Model APC PCI 1 Report No Date Calibration Test Wavelength Acceptable Range Measurement Results 1310 nm 0 5 to 0 5 dB dBR 1550 nm 0 5 to 0 5 dB dBR dBR dBR dBR Fiber Type Singlemode Multimode Linearity and Range Test No Attenuator setting Meter Reading Linearity Calculation Acceptable Linearity Range 1 5 00 dB 2 15 00 dB No2 No1 9 50 10 50 3 20 00 25 00 dB No3 No2 4 50 5 50 9 50 10 50 4 35 00 dB No 4 No3 9 50 10 50 Table 7 Test Record for Two Way One Way Autotest Performance Verification Tests KI7340C 7740C Series Note1 The linearity range here is typically limited by attenuator linearity rather than instrument performance KI 734x 774x UM 8 60 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Instrument Connector Model APC 1 Report No Date O
2. Set or Menu To recall press MR and to scroll memory Use Abs Rel to see dB dBm values Hold down Abs Rel to see reference level Autotest memory recall use to select next wavelength Two way test only press gt repeatedly to scroll details To exit memory display press Menu 63 KI7340C 7740C SERIES TWO WAY LOSS TEST SET 5 3 O RL ei UE sora p Np Source Return Loss Power Meter uto test Menu ModSet Ref Abs Rel Hold KI 734x 774x UM 8 64 DISCLAIMER AND WARRANTY Information in this manual is given in good faith for the benefit of the user It cannot be used as the basis for claims against Kingfisher International or its representatives if accidental damage or inconvenience results from use or attempted repair of the equipment Kingfisher International products are guaranteed against defective components and workmanship for a period of 3 years from the date of delivery unless specifically stated in the original purchase contract or agreement This warranty excludes optical connectors or incorrect use Opening the instrument will invalidate the warranty Liability is limited solely to repair of the equipment KI 734x 774x UM 8 KINGFISHER INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD 30 Rocco Drive Scoresby Victoria 3179 Australia Phone 61 03 9757 4100 Fax 61 03 9757 4193 E mail sales kingfisher com au Website http Avww kingfisherfiber com
3. Instrument Accessory Recommended Model Required Characteristics Alternative Model Optical Light Source 7402C 7800 Optical Power Meter KI 7600C 7700C Optical Attenuator KI 7011B KI 7010A Connector adaptors SMF patch leads For optional test only Optical Spectrum Analyser 71450B 71452B 8164xA B Connector Adaptors SMF patchleads Table 1 Required Equipment for KI7340C 7740C Series Performance Verification Tests KI 734x 774x UM 8 54 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Model Date Serial No Ambient Temperature C Options Relative Humidity Firmware Revision Line Frequency Hz Test Facility Customer Performed by Special Notes Report No Table 2 General Test Record for KI7340C 7740C Series KI 734x 774x UM 8 55 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Description Model No Trace No Calibration due date Optical Light Source Optical Power Meter Optical Attenuator 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Accessories SMF patchleads Connector adaptors Table 3 Equipment Record for Performance Verification Tests KI 734x 774x UM 8 56 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Model Report No Date Total Uncertainty Accuracy Test Test Wavelength nm Setting Power Meter
4. Protect our environment Some batteries contain toxic heavy metals so please dispose of them by returning to a re cycling centre Batteries purchased from Kingfisher agents can be returned to them for appropriate disposal OPTICAL CONNECTOR To access the optical connectors grasp a top corner of the instrument and pull off the cover Do this on both sides of the instrument Each optical port is mounted on a swivel which allows the connector to be angled outwards for accessibility and then pushed back and covered with the snap cover to provide dirt and drop protection Different styles of standard and optional connector adaptors can be easily fitted by the user The supplied standard connector adaptors have ceramic sleeves to avoid connector metal dust contamination CAUTION Do not use damaged or incompatible connector adaptors When not in use keep the test ports and connectors covered To minimize connectors wear instrument can be stored without removing the test leads Never touch connector tips with your fingers since body oils and dirt can impair its performance KI 7340 7740 UM 8 WARNING Remove batteries before using a microscope to inspect instrument connectors Power Meter port This port can be used with both PC and APC connector styles Bare fiber adaptors must achieve fiber eccentricity of 100 microns and an end tolerance of 300 microns relative to the ferrule end Preferred bare fiber adaptors cons
5. 0 5 dB 0 45 dB 0 5 dB 0 30 dB 0 5 dB ORL accuracy 50 65 db 1 dB 45 60 dB 1 dB 30 45 dB 1 dB after after zero offset after zero offset zero offset Wavelength See source options See source options Note 1 Range is less for PC connector After a zero offset range is 10 dB better than the residual level KI 734x 774x UM 8 38 ORDERING INFORMATION KI7340C Series ORL and Two Way Loss Test Set With ORL Instrument LTS 2W ORL 1310 1550 nm InGaAs nstrument LTS 2W ORL 1310 1550 nm APC InGaAs nstrument LTS 2W ORL 850 1300 nm LED 62 5 um APC Ge nstrument LTS 2W ORL 850 1300 nm LED 50 um APC Ge nstrument LTS 2W ORL 850 nm LED APC Si nstrument LTS 2W ORL 850 nm LED 50 um APC Si nstrument LTS 2W ORL 1310 1490 1550 nm InGaAs nstrument LTS 2W ORL 1310 1490 1550 nm APC InGaAs nstrument LTS 2W ORL 1310 1550 1625 nm APC InGaAs nstrument LTS 2W ORL 1310 1490 1550 1625 nm APC InGaAs Without ORL nstrument LTS 2W 1310 1625nm APC InGaAs nstrument LTS 2W 1310 1550 1625 nm APC InGaAs KI7740C Series Two Way Loss Test Set Instrument LTS 2W 1310 1550 1625 nm APC InGaAs Instrument LTS 2W 1310 1550 nm InGaAs Instrument LTS 2W 1310 1550 nm APC InGaAs Instrument LTS 2W 850 1300 nm Ge Instrument LTS 2W 1310 1625nm APC InGaAs KI 734x 774x UM 8 KI7343C InGaAs KI7343C InGaAs APC KI7344C Ge APC KI7344C GE APC 50u KI73411C Si APC KI73411C Si APC 50u KI7347C InGaAs KI7347
6. Technical data is subject to change without notice as part of our program of continuous improvements Therefore please verify critical parameters before ordering Australian and international patents granted 65 NOTES KI 734x 774x UM 8 66 NOTES KI 734x 774x UM 8 67 NOTES KI 734x 774x UM 8 68
7. To stop start display update press Hold If a test tone is detected meter will display Hz 734x 774x UM 8 To display linear mode press dB W To display MAX MIN values press and Max Min repeatedly Hold Max Min to reset 3 buzzer sounds Return Loss Meter KI7340C Series only To display ORL select to set the wavelength Set up the residual ORL optical condition On the hidden keypad select RL NF and to adjust if needed then MENU To display stored residual reference hold RL NF key Set up the reference optical condition On the hidden keypad select RL Adj and to adjust the display to the required value then Menu Offset value is shown on left of display POWER Return Loss To re set the residual and reference conditions to default values select and Default AUTOTEST OPERATION To initiate Autotest connect Power Meter section to Light Source section and press Autotest To show one wavelength only scroll Press Menu to exit Press Hold to hold resume display update Autotest remains for 8 seconds after signal loss to allow quick connection change 62 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE KI7340C 7740C SERIES OPTICAL TWO WAY LOSS TEST SET Measuring Two Way Loss in Autotest Remote reference on each instrument connect two way port to power meter port Select Autotest Abs Rel Press Set Ref for 3 seconds Meters display
8. r and Max Min on hidden keypad The display will show the maximum and minimum values in sequence To re set press r Max Min and hold for 3 seconds This function also re sets when instrument parameters are altered Note This function records drift but may not be suitable to record transients faster than about 1 Hz due to the integrating data converter e User Memory The non volatile user memory stores test data which can then be displayed or downloaded to the spreadsheet in the KITS software KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Overview of stored data Data stored in Autotest mode Two Way loss testing for each wavelength bi directional average loss dB R for each direction light source serial number nominal output power dBm and operational wavelengths nm foreach direction measured optical power in dBm dB R and power meter reference value dBm ORLateach end dB RL KI7340 Series only Data stored in Autotest mode One Way loss testing light source serial number nominal output power dBm and operational wavelengths nm measured optical power in dBm dB R and power meter reference value dBm Data stored in Power meter mode measured optical power in dBm dB R and power meter reference value dBm detected wavelength nm Data stored in Light source mode nominal output power dBm operational wavelength nm Data stored in ORL mode measured ORL dB RL zero offset user calibration factor source
9. LOSS TEST SET 3 ORL amp Two Way GFISHER Loss Test Set Two Way Loss Test Set KI 734x 774x UM 8 SERVICE AND SUPPORT Applications Support Please visit www kingfisherfiber com to see our comprehensive Application Notes written to support instrument users Look at www kingfisherfiber com to find distributor details from the Contact Us section Our local agents are able to offer excellent applications advice in your language and time zone Please visit our website on www kingfisherfiber com for a current list of regional service centres Otherwise if you are having difficulties please feel free to contact sales kingfisher com au for applications support Instrument Service Qualified personnel must perform adjustment maintenance or repair of this product To obtain service please contact your local Kingfisher International distributor or our office in Australia Tel 61 3 9757 4100 Fax 61 3 9757 4193 Email sales kingfisher com au KI 734x 774x UM 8 If returning equipment to us for service or calibration please download and complete the Return Material Authorization Form located on the Support page on our web site To avoid delays and minimise disruption for our customers we offer a fixed price repair service For the staff at our fully equipped service and calibration centre it is their pleasure to keep your equipment performing at its very best INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATIONS These
10. Power CW and Short Term Stability Tests PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS 2 3 4 5 Switch on the instruments Set instruments to 1310 nm Note the measured power level value in the test report in Table 5 Repeat the above on 1550 nm Light Source section Short Term Stability Test optional 1 2 3 Connect the equipment as in Figure 6 Set instruments to 1310 nm Let the light source to warm up for 15 minutes then note the power Record the optical power every 30 seconds for 3 minutes Calculate max min value 0 1 dB Note this figure in Table 5 KI 734x 774x UM 8 Time Measured power dBm Drift dB Tick max min values 00 sec 0 00 30 sec 60 sec 90 sec 120 sec 150 sec 180 sec Alternatively the instrument max min recording function can be used to record the data 47 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Light Source section Centre wavelength and Spectral Bandwidth FWHM Test optional 1 Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 7 2 Switch on the instruments and allow to fully warm up 3 On Light Source enable the source and set the wavelength to 1310 nm 4 Onthe OSA press the Instr Preset key 81000A1 Figure 7 Test set up for centre wavelength and spectral bandwidth test KI 734x 774x UM 8 5 Press Auto Meas and wait until End of Automeasure is displayed 6 Choose User and select the
11. Range The range of input powers for which the instrument can be used Maximum Input Power The input power not to be exceeded to avoid destroying the instrument Uncertainty at Reference Conditions The uncertainty for the specified set of reference conditions including all uncertainties in the calibration chain from the national laboratory to the test meter connectors and test leads must be absolutely clean and undamaged Reference conditions are the conditions during the responsivity calibration Total Uncertainty The uncertainty for a specified set of operating conditions including noise and drift connectors and test leads must be absolutely clean and undamaged Autotest Sensitivity The power level below which Autotest does not work ORL Meter Range Display range ORL Accuracy The ORL measurement absolute uncertainty Port Isolation The passive ORL port isolation when the instrument is turned off as measured by another ORL meter Source Output Power The CW output power at the specified wavelength at the end of a reference cable KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Power Uncertainty Repeatability Uncertainty in power level at the end of a reference cable Short Long Term Power Stability In CW mode the uncertainty of the power level observed over a given time compared to the mean power during this time Measured with an averaging optical power meter a 9 125um fiber at constant temperature within a specified tempera
12. SONA SA type wavelengths level n range Sensitivity linearity accuracy sensitivity uncertainty sensitivity dBm dBm dBm dBm dB dB 30 nm5dB 0j InGaAs 600 1700 15 780 850 5 60 45 0 02 2 lt 0 005 0 3 0 03 1300 1310 1490 1550 1590 1610 1625 5 70 50 0 09 dB 27 40 H3B 850 25 2 InGaAs 80071700 id 1300 1310 1490 1550 1610 1625 Toren 30 n 0 09 dB 50009 19 103 H5 850 15 50 35 2 InGaAs 800 1700 25 1300 1310 1490 1550 1610 1625 15 60 40 0 02 0 09 dB lt 0 005 0 3 0 03 2 Si 350 1100 15 600 650 660 780 850 980 0 70 47 0 02 0 09 dB 0 005 03 0 03 typical typical typical max typical Note 1 Mid range linearity excludes top 3 dB and bottom 10 dB of range Note 2 Calibration condition non coherent light 35 5 dBm 21 3 C 1 nm 10 3 nm FWHM PC ceramic connector 100 u m fiber Note 3 Includes contributions due to varying optical connector types calibration uncertainty full temperature dynamic range and fiber type up to 200 core diameter Note 4 H3B can sustain the damage level for 2 minutes Note 5 At calibration wavelengths in bold type KI 7340 7740 UM 8 37 SPECIFICATIONS ORL METER KI7340C Series ORL Meter section Laser LED 1 2 wavelengths 3 4 wavelengths Range 0 65 dB 0 60 dB 0 40 dB A Standard gt 30 dB gt 22 dB Port Isolation Optional gt 50 dB 0 50 dB
13. The real time display update in this mode is unique and typically offers genuine time saving for users Optical Power Meter Superior measurement confidence is achieved with a unique Total Uncertainty Specification which covers the full temperature measurement and connector range A NATA ILAC traceable calibration certificate is supplied Warm up period range changing delays and user dark current zeroing all eliminated The sensitive optical tone detector displays the actual measured tone frequency in Hz If a standard tone is detected the buzzer sounds which is useful for fiber identification and continuity testing Power stability testing can be performed using the max min recording function The display can show dBm dB and linear units and can be put on hold for convenient data recording Standard power meters work with fiber core diameter up to 200 micron with both PC and APC polish connectors KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Various detector options include Indium Gallium Arsenide InGaAs Silicon Si and various attenuated versions The InGaAs detector is the most common detector for general use InGaAs detectors give much improved absolute accuracy compared to Ge detectors which are excessively sensitive to wavelength uncertainty and temperature above 1580 nm This affects DWDM and CWDM applications Power meter calibration options are available from 600 nm to 1650 nm which cover all popular application wavelengths inclu
14. buzzer To clear all stored data at selected location press MR and Exit simultaneously for 3 seconds The buzzer will sound and display will show clr Memory capacity in Autotest Working memory capacity is determined by the configuration of your instruments The capacity of one instrument is illustrated in Table 1 the combined capacity of the instrument pair is of readings x 2 Mode Two Way One Way testing No of source of wavelengths readings Autotest One Way testing 2 3 408 Autotest One Way testing 4 1 962 Autotest Two Way testing 2 1 269 Autotest Two Way testing 3 874 Autotest Two Way testing 4 667 Table 1 Memory capacity of a single Two Way Loss Test Set 27 PC INTERFACE AND EXTERNAL SOFTWARE The KI7340C 7740C Series Loss Test Sets feature USB interface and can be remotely accessed and controlled from an external PC When instrument is controlled from PC USB symbol will be displayed and auto power off will be defeated KITS software Free KITS software available website www kingfisherfiber com enables instrument control and transfer of live or stored data to an Excel spreadsheet making it ideal for data logging and reporting in the field KITS is can be easily customised to change language terminology or to add new reporting features KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Functions currently supported by KITS are Live Power Meter display Rep
15. for one loss test set and also verifies tone detector operation To test power meter absolute accuracy and linearity refer to Accuracy Test Power Meter Section 1 Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 11 A single LTS can also be used with connections to both ports LTS Attenuator Figure 11 Test set up for One Way Range and Linearity Test KI 734x 774x UM 8 Switch on all instruments Set the Light Source to 1310nm and allow to warm up Press Autotest Onthe attenuator set the wavelength to1310nm and attenuation to 5 dB Make sure that Autotest is updating Note the measured optical power at 1310 nm For singlemode instruments repeat the power readings for attenuator settings of 15 dB 25 dB and 35 dB For instruments with H series meter repeat the readings for an attenuator setting of 15 dB only For multimode instruments repeat the power readings for attenuator settings of 15 dB 20 dB Repeat the above for 1550nm as required however this test typically only needs performing at one wavelength 51 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS ORL Verification Test for KI7340C Series instrument with PC connector ORL port For this test you will need standard accessories supplied with the unit PC APC test lead single mode PC Low Reflection Terminator APC Low Reflection Terminator 1 2 Very carefully clean all the optical connectors to be used including ORL port of th
16. is a transfer process It is performed by setting up a single mode laser source at a stable but non critical power level between 10 and 30 dBm and adjusting the meter reading to the same value as that shown by a reference meter 41 CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE Required are laser light sources with accurately calibrated wavelengths and good stability a power meter with appropriate calibrated wavelengths single mode test leads an anti tamper label and a 2 54 mm 0 1 programming jumper Check the calibration certificates on your reference equipment to ensure current validity To display existing calibration offsets e Put the instrument in calibration mode e Press Power Meter and to set the wavelength then and Max Min twice to display the current offset e Record the offsets re enter or adjust offset values for each wavelength To calibrate the meter at the selected wavelengths e Measure and record the source power using the reference meter e Transfer the same power level to the meter to be calibrated press and Max Min to display power then to adjust the reading to match the noted reference reading Note The optical power is measured only when entering this mode It is not continuously updated Firmware version 5 00 and above continuously updates the measured power KI 734x 774x UM 8 e Press and Max Min to read and note the new stored calibration offsets a
17. is obtained when using two 1 5V alkaline AA batteries and supplied AA to C size battery adaptors or 50 96 capacity when using two 1 2V rechargeable NiMH C size batteries Function C size battery run time in hours Optical Power Meter only 360 Source Two Way tester ORL 190 Autotest When the batteries are low a low battery indicator is shown on the display At this stage there is approximately enough energy for another 10 hours of use To save energy the instrument automatically turns off after 10 minutes without operation To change the batteries open the cover of the battery compartment at the base of the instrument remove the batteries and insert new ones For operation of the instrument by external power use AC adaptor OPT103B or connect to computer via USB cable KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Suitable external power packs are easily available and must meet the following requirements e Comply with safety regulations and rated for local mains supply voltage e Regulated or unregulated DC output 6 12V at 300mA max e Connection polarity ve pin Use of the external power supply disconnects the batteries as a safety precaution since accidental charging of alkaline cells is hazardous Rechargeable batteries must be removed for charging by an external charger CAUTION Do not use lithium batteries or other batteries with a nominal voltage greater than 1 8 V The instrument may be damaged
18. not proceed beyond a WARNING sign until the indicated safety conditions are fully understood and met CAUTION The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating procedure or the like which if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the product Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met KI 7340 7740 UM 8 A The apparatus will be marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instruction manual in order to protect the apparatus against damage Initial Inspection Inspect the shipping container for damage If there is damage to the container or cushioning keep them until you have checked the contents of the shipment for completeness and verified the instrument both mechanically and electrically If the contents are incomplete mechanical damage or defect is apparent or if an instrument does not pass the operator s checks notify the nearest Sales Service Office To check instrument performance please refer to Performance Verification Tests section of this manual WARNING You must return malfunctioning instrument to an authorised Service Centre for repair and calibration GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY Operating Environment The range of Kingfisher equipment covered by this manual can be operated at temperatures between 15 and 55 and at relative humidity
19. operational wavelength nm 26 RECORDING STORING AND RECALLING READINGS AND CLEARING MEMORY In KI7340 KI7740 Series instruments the following functions are available e Recording and storing data e Recalling stored data e Clearing memory Recording and storing data To access memory locations press lt 4 gt To exit press Exit To record press M Data will be stored in the next available location In Autotest all test data will be stored in one location and busy will be displayed while it is being recorded If display is in Hold mode data on selected wavelength will be stored To record data at a particular location press then to select the location Set and M This will overwrite any previous data stored there Recalling stored data Note return to Menu to recall data recorded in Autotest mode Data recorded in Power meter Light source and ORL modes can be accessed in one of these modes or via Menu To recall data recorded in all modes press MR and to specify location For data recorded in Autotest press to view measurements at all source wavelengths KI 7340 7740 UM 8 For each wavelength to step through all available Two Way Loss and ORL Autotest measurements select MR and then press gt repeatedly To display recalled value in dB R press Abs Rel Clearing memory A full memory at particular location is indicated by activated
20. s To display measurements on one wavelength at a time press side on on either A or B unit This will lock the display to the selected KI 7340 7740 UM 8 wavelength on the instrument where this button has been pressed Repeatedly pressing side on will lock other wavelengths In this mode nm will flash to show that the selected wavelength is locked To step through all measurements on locked wavelength press 4 button on the hidden keypad Display options include average bi directional loss loss from A to B A gt B loss from B to A A 4 B ORL at A end KI7340C Series only ORL at B end KI7340C Series only When displaying loss in one direction the reference value will be shown on the left Alternatively selecting Abs Rel displays the actual measured dBm value and source nominal output power To return to Autotest press Menu Note two loss test sets continue to operate in Autotest when this display function is enabled 20 MEASURING TWO WAY LOSS AND ORL IN AUTOTEST Pass Fail display mode The Two Way Pass Fail display mode is convenient for quick acceptance testing It allows performing testing on all available wavelengths To enter Pass Fail mode press P F To exit press Exit To set the loss threshold press Power Meter P F and to adjust then Set to save Alternatively the value defaults to 12 00 dB by pressing on the hidden keypad and th
21. type of source to be measured FP for Fabry Perot laser 7 To show the display in linear mode a Press Menu b Press Amptd on the left side of the display c Press Linear on the right side of the display 8 ensure interference free reading of the display it is advisable to stop the repeating calculations Press User Press Single Sweep If the trace on the display is not clear you can change resolution by using the span key 9 From the displayed measurements check and note the values for Centre wavelength and FWHM Spectral Bandwidth in Table 6 10 Repeat the test with the DUT wavelength set to 1550 nm 48 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Performance Verification of Two Way Autotest function Tests described below allow checking calibration accuracy range and linearity for the pair of instruments Two Way Calibration Accuracy Test 1 Connectthe instruments as shown in Figure 8 using one test lead per instrument ee 15 crc T T SS Figure 8 Reference set up for Two Way Calibration Accuracy Test 2 Switch on each instrument and press Autotest Abs Rel then Set Ref for 3 seconds The displays should read approximately 0 00 dB KI 734x 774x UM 8 3 To check accuracy remove the test lead on one instrument and re connect the other test lead as in Figure 9 4 The displays should now read between 0 50 and 0 50 dB for all source wavelengths Note th
22. 340C Series only KI 7340 7740 UM 8 On the KI7740C Series instruments the light source may require a warm up period at the set wavelength for 15 min to achieve specified stability On the KI7340C Series instruments the specified stability is achieved with no warm up period AUTOTEST OVERVIEW Autotest mode is used to perform automated loss testing at all source wavelengths e bi directional loss testing with average loss displayed in real time and pass fail test function requires two matching instruments e Single direction loss testing can be achieved with a single instrument or two instruments as a combination of light source and power meter Alternatively two loss test sets are typically used for simultaneous measurements on two fibers Autotest remains synchronised for about 8 seconds after disconnection so the user can change optical connections without re starting Autotest each time thus achieving productivity gains Autotest reduces source warm up drift and battery consumption compared to manual operation For the KI7340C Series instruments ORL testing is tightly integrated ORL Zero Function and User Calibration Mode UCAL can be set in Autotest mode To realise the full benefit of Autotest please use the KITS software to achieve real time data acquisition to facilitate acceptance testing and reporting in the field Free KITS software available on our website includes a comprehensive on line manual with f
23. Attenuator Minimum specification DUT Maximum specification Number reference value Setting 0 3 dB of Ref measurement results 0 3 dB of Ref 10 00 dBm 10 30 dBm 9 70 dBm 1 dB dBm 20 00 dBm 20 30 dBm 19 70 dBm 2 dB dBm 30 00 dBm 30 30 dBm 29 70 dBm 3 dB dBm 40 00 dBm 40 30 dBm 39 70 dBm 4 dB dBm 50 00 dBm 50 30 dBm 49 70 dBm 5 dB dBm Measurement Uncertainty dB Table 4 Accuracy Test Record for KI7340C 7740C Series Power Meter section Note 1 This is for the KI7343C InGaAs For the KI7344C H series instruments increase by 0 2 dB KI 734x 774x UM 8 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Model Report No Date Output Power CW Test Wavelength Minimum Specification Measurement Results Maximum Specification 1310 nm 8 00 dBm dBm 1550 nm 8 00 dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm Measurement Uncertainty dB Optional Short Term Stability Test 1310 nm dBpp 0 10 dBpp 0 04 dBpp typical 1550 nm dBpp 0 10 dBpp 0 04 dBpp typical dBpp 0 10 dBpp 0 04 dBpp typical dBpp 0 10 dBpp 0 04 dBpp typical dBpp 0 10 dBpp 0 04 dBpp typical Measurement Uncertainty dB Table 5 Output Power Test and Short Term Stability Test Record for KI7340 KI7740 Series Light Source section KI 734x 774x UM 8 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Model Report No Date Centre wavelength and Special Bandwidth FWHM Test optional
24. Autotest Polycarbonate 1 meter drop tested 4 digit high contrast LCD Log 0 01 dB Linear 3 digits 100 999 or 0 01 nW 150 9999 Hz 1 35 SPECIFICATIONS LIGHT SOURCE KI7340C Series Light Source section KI7740C Series Light Source section 1310 Other 1310 SED her ESO LED Comments 1550 nm LED Comments 2 A source dBm 7 7 26 dBm to 62 5um 1 dB for laser 2 A source power dBm 7 1dB 3 0r 4 2 dBm 10 10 41dBmto 10um 3dB for LED 3 or 4 power dBm 10 26 dBm to 62 5um 3 dB for LED Short term 15 min max For 15 min 0 03 0 051 0 01 no warm up Short term stability dB 0 031 0 01 typ A 3 C stability dB o A3 C after warm up Stability Over 02 02 0 35 Over Stability over temp dB 06 0 35 Typical over temp dB temperature temperature A tolerance nm 20 6 5 At 25 C A tolerance nm 20 At25 C A width nm 3 1 FWHM typical a width nm 3 FWHM typical A nm C 0 4 0 1 0 4 typical A nm C 04 04 typical Mode Controlled N A N A Mode controlled Mode Controlled Source Source N A N A Mode controlled Reconnection Reconnection repeatability dB Us 005 ae repeatability dB 0 1 0 05 95 confidence P confidence Modulation 270 Hz 1KHz 2 KHz 2 Modulation 270 Hz 1 KHz 2 KHz 2 Laser output Adjustable over 6 dB in 0 01 dB steps Laser output Adjustable over 6 dB in 0 01 dB steps Note 1 For ORL lt 25 dB Note 2 Mult
25. C InGaAs APC KI73410C InGaAs APC KI73416C InGaAs APC KI7345nC InGaAs APC KI73410nC InGaAs APC KI77410C INGAAS APC KI7742C INGAAS KI7742C INGAAS APC KI7744C Ge KI7745C INGAAS APC 39 ORDERING INFORMATION Standard Accessories ST LC SC metal free optical connector adaptors KITS PC software and USB cable User manual C size batteries AA to C size battery converter calibration certificates carry strap carry pouch and protective holster KI7340 Series only PC Low Reflection Terminator Low Reflection Terminator PC APC test lead Optical Connectors These instruments have interchangeable optical connectors The power meter works with both PC and APC connectors The light source ferrule type is fixed and customer specified as either PC or APC Green is associated with APC connectors Optional Interchangeable Connector Adaptors Description P N Description P N E2000 LSH 060 SMA 905 906 OPT082 E2000 LSH green OPT060G Universal 2 5mm 081 LSA DIN 47256 071 D4 OPT055 LC F3000 072 FC 051 MU 080 734x 774x UM 8 Optional Accessories Description P N Option KI7000 Series Power Pack IEC 100 240V 2 5 mm Plug OPT103B Option Carry Case for 2 Instruments OPT153 Option Carry Case includes Cletop style cleaner 8 Cleaning Sticks OPT154A 40 CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE There are no inter
26. I 7340 7740 UM 8 Alternatively for single direction loss testing referencing can be done in the following configuration EN e Connect the Light Source Two Way ORL port to the Power Meter port of the second instrument e Select POWER on both instruments e Light source Press Auto test e On Power meter press Abs Rel and Set Ref for 3 seconds Meter will briefly display BUSY and then 0 00 dB R Note 1 the number of test leads used when taking reference is a function of test requirements MEASURING TWO WAY LOSS AND ORL IN AUTOTEST This method requires a matched pair of Two Way Loss Test Sets which will perform automated bi directional testing and wavelength detection by data exchange between the instruments After Two Way Loss Test Sets have been referenced e exit Autotest on both instruments e connect the Device Under Test DUT to the Two Way ports e press Autotest on one of the instruments Both instruments now show the same two way average loss in dB R and display rotates through all available source wavelengths Both units also display B A will be flashing on the unit where Autotest was initiated and it has become the A unit The other unit will flash B and it has become the B unit In most respects the units behave the same way however the A unit will remain in Autotest until the user turns this mode off Viewing all measurements on selected wavelength
27. KI 7340 Series Two Way Test Set ORL 7740 Series Two Way Loss Test Set OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE GUIDE INTERNATIONAL C DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY GFISHER IN ACCORDANCE WITH ISO IEC 17050 2004 INTERNATIONAL Manufacturer s Name Kingfisher International Pty Ltd Manufacturer s Address 30 Rocco Drive Scoresby Victoria 3179 Australia hereby declares that the products listed below Product Name Optical Loss Test Set Model Number KI 7340 7740 Series Product Options This declaration covers all options of the above product s comply with the essential requirements of the applicable European Directives Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC amended by 93 68 EEC and carries the CE marking accordingly e Directive 2002 95 EC on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS e Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE and conform to the following standards and specifications MIL PRF 28800F 1996 Performance specification Test equipment for use with electrical and electronic equipment general specification IEC 60529 2001 EN 60529 1993 A1 2003 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures IEC 61315 2005 Calibration of fiber optic power meters EMC Limit IEC 61326 2002 EN 61326 1 1997 A1 1998 A2 2001 A3 2003 IEC CISPR 11 2004 EN 55011 1998 A1 1999 Limits applicable to Group 1 Class B eq
28. Light source section of the Loss Test Set to measure Tx Rx absolute power levels to perform continuity or loss testing The instrument will link Light source and Power meter wavelengths when both sections used in combination To measure the operational power level in a fiber optic system the Power meter is used in dBm or linear modes To measure optical loss or attenuation the Power meter is used in dB mode and the source power is taken as a reference To use Power meter section as individual instrument turn on Loss Test Set and select Power Meter Power meter will be operational at the last used wavelength To scroll wavelengths press The display will show nominal wavelength in nm To toggle absolute relative display mode press Abs Rel Measured optical power will be displayed in dBm or dB R To set reference press Abs Rel and then Set Ref for 3 seconds When in relative mode the reference value is displayed on the left hand side of the display KI 7340 7740 UM 8 To stop start display update press Hold The symbol will flash when the display is on hold To toggle log linear display mode press dB W on the hidden keypad To display minimum and maximum recorded power for selected wavelength press and then Max Min on the hidden keypad Press then Max Min and hold for 3 seconds to re start the recording process This function re sets automatically when instr
29. RL Calibration Test Wavelength Acceptable Range Measurement Results 1310 nm PC 13 95 14 95 dBR 1550 nm APC 13 45 15 45 dB R R R Residual Light Test APC Connector SMF 50 Lo PC Connector SMF 35 Lo dB R dB R Table 8 Test Record for ORL Verification Test KI7340C Series KI 734x 774x UM 8 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE KI7340C 7740C SERIES OPTICAL TWO WAY LOSS TEST SET MANUAL OPERATION To remove interchangeable connector adaptor press button on rear of case and pull off adaptor This may be easier with a test lead attached To defeat auto power off hold down POWER for 3 seconds at turn on until On and Perm are displayed Low battery is indicated with a battery symbol To access the hidden key pad pull up display cover Light Source mode Select POWER Source then To change wavelength or turn off press 4 To activate modulation press Mod Modulation is cancelled in power meter mode To change modulation frequency while source is active press KHz Set or Menu To change laser power level while source is active press r Level Set or Menu Power Meter mode To turn on and select wavelength press POWER Power Meter If source is on power meter wavelength tracks source wavelength To set reference press Abs Rel and hold Set Ref for 3 seconds Meter displays about 0 00 dB R
30. about 0 00 dB Local reference connect two way ports of two instruments Select Autotest and Set Ref Meters display about 0 00 dB Loss testing after referencing connect two way ports of both instruments to test system Select Autotest on one unit Auto shows while synchronising then average loss To show dBm dB results for each direction press 4 gt successively on hidden keypad Press Menu to exit Two Way Communication press Hold to make remote end beep and flash Hold Then at Remote end press Hold to resume display update Local end beeps and stops Hold flashing To exit Autotest remove connection or press Menu Measuring One Way Loss in Autotest Reference connect a two way source port to a power meter port Select Autotest Abs Rel Press Set Ref for 3 seconds Meter displays about 0 00 dB R KI 734x 774x UM 8 Loss testing after referencing connect test system to two way source and meter ports Loss will be automatically displayed To exit Autotest remove test lead for more than 8 seconds or turn off source MEMORY OPERATION Data can be stored in all modes however memory recall and cancel functions are not available in Autotest and only work in Light Source Power Meter or Return Loss modes Clear all memory press both MR and Exit simultaneously for 3 seconds clr will display To store in next location press M To change next store location press 4 gt
31. aximum permissible CW output power at 1550nm IEC 60825 1 2011 International 10 2 mW Maximum permissible CW output power at 1310nm 21 CFR 1040 10 2014 USA 2 mW Maximum permissible CW output power at 1550nm 21 CFR 1040 10 12014 USA 8 1 mW KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Note 1 Maximum CW output power is defined as the highest possible optical power that the source can produce at its output connector Refer to specification sheet for actual operating power Note 2 Maximum permissible CW output power is the highest optical power that is permitted within the appropriate laser class Refer to specification sheet for actual operating power WARNING Optical power levels in fiber optic systems can cause permanent eye injury and damage to eyesight Never look into the end of an optical cable or connector which might be attached to an active source Do not enable a laser when there is no fiber attached to the optical output connector Optical magnifying instruments eg microscope increase eye hazard Disconnect the source before using an optical magnifier The laser module has a built in safety circuitry which will disable the optical output in the case of a fault condition however this can not be guaranteed An equipment assurance program is recommended to check for safe laser operation BATTERY AND EXTERNAL POWER KI7340 7740C Series instruments are powered by two 1 5V alkaline size batteries About 30 capacity
32. d value select gt and then Max Min To adjust the stored value press and then Set to store Perform the zero function whenever the stray ORL condition may have changed Note the following limitations If the zeroed value is x dB then e x to x 10 dB resolution is limited to 0 1 dB e from x to x 10 dB resolution is limited to 1 dB which is also the display range limit User Calibration Mode UCAL Return loss is affected by twice the forward loss To compensate for this in a test jig set up the reference optical condition e the hidden keypad select Return Loss and RL Adj The offset value will be shown on the left of the display e select RL Adj again to show reference only then press 1 to adjust the display to the required value and Set to store A non zero value is always displayed on left of display 25 RECORDING STORING RECALLING READINGS AND CLEARING MEMORY KI7340C 7740C Series instruments provide several options for storing and recording data e Meter Reference Value The power meter reference value for each wavelength is stored in non volatile memory It is displayed on the left when in relative mode e Meter Display Hold To hold the display at its current value press Hold To continue updating the display press Hold again Automatic MAX MIN Recording To display the minimum and maximum recorded power meter or ORL value over a period press
33. ding CWDM calibrations from 1270nm to 1610nm in 20 nm increments Power range is from 27dBm to 70 dBm Optical Light Source Multi wavelength sources have switchable wavelengths through one port which makes operation faster Laser sources at 1310 1390 1490 1550 1610 1625 are used for testing single mode fiber systems LED sources at 850 1300 nm are used for testing multimode fiber systems The 1300 nm LED can also perform short distance single mode testing Light source features re connection repeatability of 0 1dB Combined with their excellent stability this provides more accurate measurement results GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY The following safety signs and symbols specify general safety precautions which must be observed during all phases of operation service and repair of this instrument Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design manufacture and intended use of the instrument Kingfisher International assumes no liability for the customer s failure to comply with these requirements Before operation review the instrument and user manual for safety instructions You must follow these to ensure safe operation and to maintain the instrument in safe condition WARNING The WARNING sign denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure practice or the like which if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in injury Do
34. e instrument Re set the meter to factory ORL defaults by selecting Power gt Default and Set to store To display ORL press Return Loss and to select the active wavelength eg 1310nm With nothing connected to the ORL port note the reading reading between 13 95 dB RL and 14 95 dB RL is within calibration specification This is ORL measured on instrument connector Repeat this step for 1550nm Plug the PC Low Reflection Terminator into the ORL port and note down the reading KI 734x 774x UM 8 For single mode instruments reading between 35 and Lo dB RL indicates terminator and instrument are working correctly To verify the supplied PC APC test lead and APC Low Reflection Terminator plug the PC end of the test lead into the ORL port and the APC terminator into the far end of the test lead The reading should meet limits for single mode instruments specified above li as d Figure 12A Test set up for ORL verification test 52 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS ORL Verification Test for KI7340C Series instrument with APC connector ORL port For this test you will need standard accessories supplied with the unit PC APC test lead multimode or single mode PC Low Reflection Terminator APC Low Reflection Terminator 1 2 Very carefully clean all the optical connectors to be used including ORL port of the instrument Re set the meter to
35. e maximum displayed value for each wavelength in Table 7 ee Figure 9 Test set up for Two Way Calibration Accuracy Test Note ensure your patch leads are clean and in good working order 49 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Performance Verification of Two Way Autotest function continued Two Way Range and Linearity Test 1 Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 10 LTS Attenuator LTS Figure 10 Test set up for Two Way Range and Linearity Test 2 Switch on all instruments 3 Set the Light Source on one of the instruments to 1310nm and allow to warm up Press Autotest KI 734x 774x UM 8 On the attenuator set the wavelength to1310nm and attenuation to 5 dB Make sure that Autotest is updating Note the measured optical power at 1310 nm For single mode instruments repeat the power readings for attenuator settings of 15 dB 25 dB and 35 dB For instruments with H series meter repeat the readings for an attenuator setting of 15 dB only For multimode instruments repeat the power readings for attenuator settings of 15 dB 20 dB Repeat the above for 1550nm as required however this test typically only needs performing at one wavelength 50 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Performance Verification of One Way Autotest function One Way Range and Linearity Test Test described below allows checking One Way Autotest range and linearity
36. en Default Press Set to save KI 7340 7740 UM 8 To set the ORL threshold press Return Loss P F and to adjust then Set to save Alternatively the value defaults to 25 00 dB RL by pressing on the hidden keypad and then Default Press Set to save 21 MEASURING ONE WAY LOSS IN AUTOTEST This method is applicable for loss measurements in the set up where data communication is one way only Testing on one fiber can be achieved with e single Two Way Loss Test Set e two instruments used as a combination of Light source and Power meter Alternatively two instruments used for simultaneous loss testing on two fibers will ensure higher productivity After loss test set s have been referenced e Autotest e connect the device under test DUT to the Light Source Two Way ORL port and Power Meter port e press Autotest Instrument now display insertion loss in dB R at all available source wavelengths KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Simultaneous loss measurements on two fibers Two Lost Test Sets will support simultaneous loss testing on two fibers in the set up as below Figure 3 Set up for simultaneous loss testing on two fibers Note the results will be stored on both instruments and then merged later so records management needs extra care 22 POWER METER MANUAL OPERATION Power meter section can be operated with external light source or in combination with
37. es over 22 calibrated CWDM DWDM wavelengths and an integrated ORL testing function The interchangeable optical connectors are protected by a snap on cover and are easily disassembled for cleaning A wide variety of connector styles are available as an option The design of the instrument includes shock absorbing corners for drop protection and tough polycarbonate housing The latest materials and methods have been used to produce an elegant yet rugged instrument These instruments feature very long battery life of 360 hours for the meter and 190 hours for the source Alternatively instruments can be used with optional external power supply OPT103B or powered via USB cable Automated testing using external PC software KITS reporting software allows real time instrument control and data download and is easily customised to suit most languages and reporting requirements Real time display data logging and label printing functions are included KITS enables merging of test results from multiple instruments and supports bi directional testing for one way equipment using successive measurements INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATIONS Two Way Loss ORL testing features Two Way ORL loss at both ends can be tested at up to 4 wavelengths in one operation providing major operational savings The ORL function includes user selectable offset and residual compensation functions which are typically used in component test applications
38. f the equipment given in the table may be substituted for the recommended models Test Record Results of the performance test may be tabulated on a photocopy of the Test Record provided at the end of this test procedure It is recommended that you fill out the Test Record and refer to it while doing the test Alternatively a soft copy of this manual may be obtained from our web site Test Failure If the equipment under test fails any performance test return the instrument to the nearest Sales Service Office for repair KI 734x 774x UM 8 Instrument Specification Specifications are the performance characteristics of the instrument that are certified and are the limits against which the equipment under test can be tested Any changes in the specifications due to manufacturing changes design or traceability to NATA will be covered in a manual change supplement or revised manual Such specifications supersede any that were previously published General Instructions Perform each step in the order given using the corresponding test equipment Use Tables 1 3 to record general test details The SMF MMF test lead fiber type and PC APC connector polish must be matched to the instrument type Make sure that all optical connections are dry and clean DO NOT USE INDEX MATCHING OIL For cleaning use the cleaning instructions given in the section Optical Connector Make sure that all patch cords are fixed to the table so that they w
39. factory ORL defaults select Power r Default and Set to store Plug the APC end of the patch lead into the ORL port To display ORL press Return Loss and to selectthe active wavelength eg 1310nm With patchlead connected to ORL port note the reading A reading between 13 45 dB RL and 15 45 dB RL for SMF and 13 15 dB RL and 15 15 dB RL for MMF is within calibration specification This is ORL measured on PC end of the patchlead Repeat this step for 1550 nm Plug the APC Low Reflection Terminator into the ORL port and note the reading For single mode instruments reading between 50 and Lo dB RL indicates terminator and instrument are working correctly KI 734x 774x UM 8 For multimode instruments reading between 35 and Lo dB RL indicates terminator and instrument are working correctly To verify the supplied PC APC test lead and PC Low Reflection Terminator plug the APC end of the test lead into the ORL port and the PC terminator into the far end of the test lead For single mode instruments reading between 35 and Lo dB RL indicates the terminator patch lead and instrument are working correctly For multimode instruments reading between 20 dB and Lo RL indicates the terminator patch lead and instrument are working correctly Figure 12B Test set up for ORL verification test 53 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS
40. imode source distribution 50 125 is compliant with the following standards IEC 61280 4 Ed 1 0 TIA EIA 526 14A and TIA TSB 178 KI 7340 7740 UM 8 36 SPECIFICATIONS POWER METER KI7340C Series Power Meter section iere Power Autotest Mid range Calibration Polarisation Total Pony Response A paraos eva Calibration Range Sensitivity Linearity Accuracy Sensitivity Uncertainty m dBm dBm dBm dB 780 820 850 5 60 45 InGaAs 600 1700 15 980 1270 1290 1300 1310 1330 1350 5 70 50 0 02 1 0 005 03 1370 1390 1410 1430 1450 1470 1490 0 06 dB 1510 1530 1550 1570 1590 1610 1625 1650 820 850 27 40 25 H3B 980 1270 1290 1300 1310 1550 1270 1290 1330 27 50 30 1 800 1700 304 Ded Ud Led 0 02 lt 0 005 0 35 InGaAs 1350 1370 1390 1410 1430 1450 1470 0 06 dB 1490 1510 1530 1570 1590 1610 1625 820 850 15 50 35 H5 980 1270 1290 1300 1310 1330 1350 1370 1390 15 60 40 1 InGaAs SUM ae 1410 1430 1450 1470 1490 1510 1530 1570 0 02 0 06 dB 000 03 1590 1610 1625 1650 1 Si 350 1100 15 635 650 660 780 850 980 0 70 47 0 02 0 06 d B 0 005 03 typical typical typical max KI7740C Series Power Meter section Response Damage Power Autotest Mid range Calibration Polarisation Total Wavelength Detector Calibration wavelengths EE
41. instruments incorporate traceable Power Meter multi wavelength Light Source and Optical Return Loss Meter KI7340C Series only in one unit and are the industry fastest bi directional loss testers In addition to the usual light source and power meter functions KI7340C 7740C Series provide optimum performance for testing of installed cable systems and components by automatic bi directional multi wavelength attenuation measurement in Autotest Two Way Loss Test Sets can also be used as tone generator and detector Instruments feature very high productivity and accuracy large memory and instant pass fail indication for bi directional testing Compact robust reliable and simple to operate this is the ideal equipment for field or laboratory use by installers technicians and engineers Typical applications Attenuation testing System power testing Continuity testing with the test tone features Quality assurance and acceptance testing Telecom construction and maintenance CATV LAN and R amp D applications e Optical Return Loss ORL testing KI7340C Series only Both series have options for high performance single mode multimode fiber testing and are compatible with all other instruments with Autotest mode KI 734x 774x UM 8 A convenient menu driven interface guides the user through operational sequences with hidden keypad access to advanced functions In addition the KI7340C Series test sets feature zero warm up light sourc
42. ist of a connector with fiber retention device or other end stop For regular work with bare fibers it is preferable to use an alternative arrangement such as a multimode pigtail with a v groove or mechanical splice CAUTION Do not scratch the detector lens with glass fiber end when using bare fiber adaptors or the instrument will be permanently damaged OPTICAL CONNECTOR Light Source Two Way ORL port A Light Source is either PC or APC connector specific This is determined when ordering the instrument and can only be changed at the factory CAUTION The use of bare fiber adaptors with the source is not recommended as permanent instrument damage will occur and very unstable measurements are likely How to clean the optical connectors Always clean the mating connector tip and ferrule before mating using approved materials CAUTION Never use abrasive cleaners or permanent connectors damage may occur Power Meter port The glass power meter interface does not make contact with the inserted connector there is a slight air gap Therefore it will not wear and only needs occasional cleaning KI 7340 7740 UM 8 First remove interchangeable connector adaptor then use a soft brush alcohol air can or Blu Tac to clean glass interface Light Source Two Way ORL port WARNING Disable source when cleaning optical interfaces To clean the interface without removing the adaptor use a stick style connector c
43. l loss at 1610 or 1625nm is common since this represents the worst case attenuation in most systems High power InGaAs detectors may be required to measure the system power level CWDM Loss and Power Measurements The CWDM band is from 1270 1610 nm at 20 nm spacing however 1490 1610 nm is more common since it avoids the water absorption peak at 1383 nm The most common operating wavelengths for FTTH PON systems are currently 1310 1490 1550 nm As in DWDM application an InGaAs detector gives good absolute accuracy Because of the broad operating wavelengths encountered the power meter calibration wavelength needs to be matched to the measured wavelength or absolute errors may be excessive Many systems are measured at 1390 nm to test for the water peak and at 1625 nm to measure the high end attenuation limit KI 7340 7740 UM 8 At 1625 nm the fiber attenuation is actually very sensitive to wavelength since the silica infra red absorption zone is reached So the wavelength tolerance of this particular laser is a major issue especially since many older source instruments have a tolerance of 30 nm ORL Measurements ORL measurements are typically divided into two classes 1 Acceptance of installed cable systems usually 20 35 dB This is generally easily accomplished with an ORL meter In these measurements the provided ORL terminator may be usefully placed at the far end of the system 2 Acceptance of component
44. leaner This cleans both the adaptor and end face in one operation Alternatively first remove the interchangeable adaptor to access the glass interface Then blow away any dust or dirt with compressed air If this is not sufficient then clean the interface by rubbing a lint free lens cloth over the surface using small circular movements GETTING STARTED AND TURNING ON KI7340C 7740C Series instruments can be used in one of the following modes e Autotest e Power Meter e Light Source ORL Meter KI7340C Series only Operation mode is selected by pressing corresponding button at the bottom of the LCD Pull off instrument connector covers To install a connector adaptor align the locating slot on the side of the through adaptor with that on the instrument connector and press it on To remove an adaptor press the release button on the back of the instrument and then pull off the adaptor It is easier to pull off the adaptor with a test lead in place since this gives better grip Install the batteries or plug in external power into the socket at the top of the instrument or connect instrument to the computer To switch on the instruments for permanent operation press and hold POWER for 3 seconds until is displayed The display will briefly show firmware version To view all display segments during instrument turn on hold down the first button on the left at the bottom of the display To turn the instrumen
45. ly pulled apart The instrument will come into two halves joined by a ribbon cable The optical section is located in the upper half with the microprocessor supply calibration constants and controls in the lower half The hinged display cover can be removed at this point The ribbon connector can be disengaged to completely separate the instrument halves Further disassembly from this stage should be easily apparent to a technician Re assembly is the reverse of the previous procedure Ensure that the ribbon cable connectors are properly secured so they cannot shake loose This will be either a moulded rubber retainer or adhesive tape General electrical parameters are as follows Vss to GND 3V3 Vss 3V3 battery power down current about 0 2 mA active power meter current about 20 mA The laser current is unpredictable 44 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS All tests can be performed without access to the interior of the instrument The test procedures described in this section are for performance verification of a KI7343C InGaAs ORL and Two Way Loss Test Set Due to the large number of possible instrument configurations it is not possible to give detailed test procedures for all options in this manual so some parameters may need adjusting to the appropriate specifications Required Equipment This is the required equipment for the performance test listed Any equipment that satisfies the critical specifications o
46. mode and is not available on LED sources 24 RETURN LOSS METER MANUAL OPERATION KI7340C Series instruments measure Optical Return Loss ORL using the Optical Continuous Wave Reflectometer OCWR method there meter detects the accumulated reverse power at the point of measurement This method is accurate and suitable for acceptance testing However it can not locate a reflection source and has limited optical range ORL meter calibrated wavelengths correspond to light source operational wavelengths Operation Note no warm up needed Ensure all connectors are clean To display ORL measurement select Return Loss and to change the wavelengths as required ORL will now be displayed in dB RL To improve accuracy the following offsets may be used e ORL Zero Function e User Calibration Mode UCAL These offsets can be also set in Autotest mode To re set to factory defaults select Return Loss gt Default then Set to store ORL Zero Function This compensates for stray residual reflections prior to making a low level measurement Using this feature the instrument can read KI 7340 7740 UM 8 accurately up to 10 dB below the stray reflection level however at the expense of increased noise when making low level measurements To set up the stray optical condition and to block all light use a small diameter mandrel wrap On the hidden keypad select Return Loss RL NF To display the store
47. multimode systems modal noise and general uncertainty are much worse than in single mode systems Optimum measurement repeatability will be obtained by use of a mandrel wrap Power Meter Using an APC connector at the power meter interface will allow to reduce line reflections and to improve measurement stability in the laser based single mode systems This is important when measuring small connector losses KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Light Source Light source power may drift When you have finished a test go back to the start position to check if the light source power is still within acceptable limits Note that specifications are for typical drift warm up period and level of return loss but the actual drift will vary between instruments and test situations With exception of KI7300C 7400 Series most available laser sources are sensitive to reflections Varying reflections can induce laser source instability of around 0 3 dB This is very difficult to verify without a special test system but can cause errors Reduced reflection will result in improved repeatability Due to emitter center wavelength uncertainty eg 20 nm fiber attenuation may vary with different light sources 30 ACCURACY CONSIDERATIONS DWDM Loss and Power Measurements The DWDM bands are typically within 1525 1610 nm band For this application an InGaAs detector calibrated at 1550 nm gives good absolute accuracy at all DWDM wavelengths Testing optica
48. nal user adjustments Calibration is performed without opening the instrument All Calibrations To enable calibration mode open the battery compartment remove the anti tamper label and insert a 2 54 mm 0 1 pitch programming shunt Manipulation of the shunt is easier with needle nose pliers The instrument will display CAL and installed options View Inside Battery Compartment Known calibration constants can be re entered directly without using other equipment This is useful in case old calibration constants are to be put back Before commencing calibration e Clean all connectors very carefully KI 734x 774x UM 8 e Ensure that all devices have been at a stable room temperature for over an hour and that the light source is fully warmed up at the wavelength to be calibrated e Ensure that all installed batteries are good working condition e When calibration is complete remove the calibration shunt and place an anti tamper label over the aperture in the battery compartment e Do not forget to update your calibration records and schedule the next calibration service System Rollback version 5 0 and above In the event of wrong calibration constants being entered and stored or the instrument becoming otherwise corrupted all factory settings can be restored To restore all factory settings first enter CAL mode then press and hold MR for 3 seconds Power Meter calibration Calibration
49. nd then Set to store and exit or Exit to abandon and exit e Check the source power with the reference meter to ensure source drift is within limits e Remove the programming shunt and place a new Sticker over the aperture Two Way Detector calibration The KI7340 KI7740 Series instruments have an internal power meter within the Two Way port in addition to the standard power meter port To perform calibration follow the Power Meter calibration procedure except that after pressing Power Meter press to select the detector The active detector is indicated by lt lt lt or gt gt gt on the display Light Source calibration and Current Check CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure The emitter power level can be re calibrated and the current checked as described below You will need a power meter with appropriate calibrated wavelengths single mode test leads an anti tamper label and a 2 54 mm 0 1 programming jumper 42 CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE Check the calibration certificates on your reference equipment to ensure current validity Put the instrument in calibration mode Connect a calibrated power meter with a known good patch lead the patch lead loss forms part of the calibration condition Press Source leave in and then press r and Level The display will now show the ex
50. nstruction to use Loss Test Meter to perform simple IL Insertion Loss measurement on a patch lead de Connect a reference patch lead test grade between the light source and power meter ports of Loss Test Meter as shown below Reference patch lead I 2 Switch on the Loss Test Meter and press AUTOTEST 3 Set measurement reference press Abs Rel to enter dB R then press and hold Set Ref for 3 seconds until beeps stop 4 Remove reference patch lead connection at power meter port connect reference patch lead to the patch lead to be tested via a thru connector adapter connect the free end of patch lead to be tested to power meter port KI 7340 7740 UM 8 5 Reference patch lead Thru connector adapter Patch lead to be tested Read IL in dB R mode of the respective wavelengths displayed on instrument REMOTE AND LOCAL REFERENCE METHODS Instruments should be referenced prior to making loss measurements KI7340C 7740C Series support both local and remote reference methods The remote reference method is useful for long distance testing Although this method has slightly lower accuracy compared to local referencing it is quite adequate for general link loss testing The local reference method provides high accuracy and is very efficient for short distance loss testing where both ends of the system can be accessed readily by one meter eg patch leads testing Note when se
51. of 9595 Storage amp Shipment The range of Kingfisher equipment covered by this manual can be stored or shipped at temperatures between 25 and 70 and at relative humidity of less than 9596 Protect the units from temperature extremes that may cause condensation within it Safety When using this equipment optical safety precautions should be observed commensurate with the maximum available source power since most of this power can also be coupled out of the instrument KI 7340 7740 UM 8 WARNING Observe optical safety when using high power Optical safety requirements at high power levels MUST be observed or eye damage is likely Organisations and users operating optical equipment with these power levels MUST determine and observe relevant safety precautions which are beyond the scope of this manual Line Power Requirements This equipment operates at line power when applied to the optional external power supply OPT103B LIGHT SOURCE SAFETY SUMMARY Laser and LED Safety Information Laser Fabry Perot or DFB semiconductor laser Wavelength 1310 1390 1490 1550 1625 nm LED Surface emitting semiconductor LED Wavelength Part number specific Max CW output power 0 2 mW Beam waist diameter 9 um Numerical aperture 0 1 Laser Class according to IEC 60825 2 2011 International Class 1 21 CFR 1040 10 2014 Class 1 Maximum permissible CW output power at 1310nm IEC 60825 2 2011 International 25 8mW M
52. on t move during measurements Ensure that the ambient conditions are in the following ranges Temperature 21 3 Relative humidity 45 to 75 96 45 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS Power Meter section Repeat the above for reference power meter readings of 20dBm 30 dBm 40 dBm and 50 dBm last reading is not relevant to H series power meters 1 Connectthe equipment as shown in Figure 5 5 Measure the DUT Accuracy Test Re connect the attenuator output cable to the DUT power meter port and select the 1310nm on DUT Set the attenuator to its value for setting 1 Note the displayed power level of the DUT in the test record Repeat the above for attenuator settings 2 5 6 Repeat the Power Meter Accuracy Test at 1550 nm d o pa a Light Source section LTS Power Meter Attenuator Source Output Power CW Test Figure 5 Test set up for the Power Meter section Accuracy Test 5 Switch onal insiranigni 1 Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 6 3 Set all instruments to 1310 nm 4 Change the attenuation of the attenuator until the reference power meter displays 10 00 dBm Note the attenuator setting in setting 1 of Table 4 If the light source is not powerful enough to give 4 00 dBm set the attenuator to 2 5 dB and correct the appropriate values in the test report I Power Meter LTS Source KI 734x 774x UM 8 46 Figure 6 Test set up for Output
53. orting of Two Way loss measured in Autotest Two Way loss reporting by merging one direction data ORL reporting Spreadsheet to record loss measurements with direct click and point data insertion or memory download Data logging with graph and statistical information 28 CARE OF YOUR INSTRUMENT Follow the directions in this manual on optical connectors care During prolonged storage remove batteries to eliminate the possibility of acid leakage Use only high quality sealed alkaline or NiMH batteries During storage and transport keep the instrument in its carry case to protect against crushing vibration dust and moisture The instrument is resistant to normal dust and moisture however it is not waterproof If moisture gets into the instrument dry it out carefully before using it again KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Where possible keep instrument away from strong sunlight Clean the instrument case using soft damp cloth Do not use alcohol or any solvents otherwise paint will be damaged The instrument housing is made of tough polycarbonate material with impact absorbing rubberised corner features and is therefore drop resistant CAUTION Input optical power must not exceed the damage level specified for each detector type 29 ACCURACY CONSIDERATIONS Keep optical connectors clean and in good condition To reduce the effect of polarisation changes the fiber system should be neat coiled and physically stable In
54. pected power level cal factor main display and laser current in mA top right Note the existing values for future reference Set meter wavelength to match Adjust the button to change the source output level to match the displayed level on the source display or to re enter a known cal factor The laser current can not go above a level that has been set for the individual laser during manufacture Note new calibration values and laser currents for future reference then press Set to store settings and exit or Exit to exit without storing settings Remove the programming shunt and place a new Sticker over the aperture KI 734x 774x UM 8 ORL Calibration Calibration is performed by setting up a known reflection condition and adjusting the reading accordingly A convenient calibrated reflections are good clean PC terminations which will have glass air reflection 14 45 dB for SMF and 14 15 dB for MMF This can be double checked easily by measuring more than one termination Required reflections an anti tamper label and a 2 54 mm 0 1 programming jumper Put the instrument in calibration mode On the meter to be calibrated record the existing calibration offsets Select Return Loss to set the wavelength then and Max Min twice to display the offsets Note them down or re enter known offsets at this point Attach the known reflection You may also want to add an allowance for twice
55. ratulations on your purchase of this equipment engineered to provide excellent performance convenience and reliability To get the best use from your instrument and to ensure its safe operation please spend a few minutes to read this manual amp CE Made in Australia International Patents Granted Copyright Kingfisher International Pty Ltd 8 Edition November 2014 KI 734x 774x UM 8 CONTENTS Service and Support Introduction and Applications General Safety Summary Light Source Safety Summary Battery and External Power Operation Optical Connector Getting Started and Turning On Autotest Overview Patch lead Test Using Loss Test Meter Remote and Local Reference Methods Measuring Two Way Loss and ORL in Autotest Measuring One Way Loss in Autotest Power Meter Manual Operation Light Source Manual Operation PLEASE REFER TO THE CONTROL PANEL PICTURE IN THE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL KI 734x 774x UM 8 Return Loss Meter Manual Operation Recording Storing Recalling Readings and Clearing Memory PC Interface and External Software Care of your Instrument Accuracy Considerations Definition of Terms Specifications Ordering Information Calibration and Maintenance Performance Verification Tests Quick Reference Guide Disclaimer and Warranty User Notes 25 26 28 29 30 34 35 39 41 45 62 65 66 KI7340C SERIES ORL AND TWO WAY LOSS TEST SET KI7740C SERIES TWO WAY
56. s and patch leads which may involve levels well below this These measurements require an understanding of sources of reflection and require additional steps In Two Way mode the port isolation can be an important contributor to the noise floor A special instrument version has higher isolation for component acceptance testing Using this equipment very high throughput can be achieved in a factory environment When setting up ORL testing a strong understanding of both PC and APC connector reflection effects may be required 31 ACCURACY CONSIDERATIONS Use of ORL Zero function This function is very useful since it extends the practical linear measurement range by about 14 dB For typical mid range measurements it has a negligible effect on measurement noise For low level measurements it can cause up to 0 5 dB noise If this happens the solution is to reduce the residual light level further and re set the zero function KI 7340 7740 UM 8 32 ACCURACY CONSIDERATIONS Normalized Power Meter Wavelength Dependence 30 nm A tolerance Uncertainty due to InGaAs InGaAs A 0 Si uz Y InGaAs B series 1 200 4 1 000 4 0 800 4 0 600 4 M Y yarsuodsoy 0 400 0 200 y 0 000 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 600 Wavelength nm KI 7340 7740 UM 8 y 33 DEFINITION OF TERMS Power Meter Power
57. t off press POWER again for 2 seconds If the battery is low this will be indicated with a battery symbol on the display KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Should the instrument fail to turn on the microprocessor may need re booting To do this remove the batteries and any other external power for at least 40 seconds Note that hidden keypad is accessed by lifting up the hinged display cover To backlight the display temporarily press light button 3 5 second on the right bottom row on the hidden keypad To illuminate continuously press and hold down light button for 3 seconds To disable or enable the buzzer press and hold down on hidden keypad for 3 seconds To add the carry strap slip the end of the strap through the slit on the curved section at the back of the instrument and secure the buckle Power Meter port This port is on the right hand side of the instrument After turn on Power Meter will perform a self calibration sequence and then display absolute power in dBm at the previously set wavelength If HI or LO are displayed the input is out of range The Power Meter requires no warm up and no user adjustment of dark current to achieve its specified performance Light Source Two Way ORL port This port is on the left hand side of the instrument GETTING STARTED AND TURNING ON After instrument turn on press Source to enable Light Source or Return Loss to enable Return Loss Meter KI7
58. the expected forward loss of the connection to the instrument Set r and Max Min to display power then to adjust the reading to the required value 43 CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE Note The ORL is measured only when entering this mode It is not continuously updated Set and Max Min to read and note the new stored calibration offsets and then Set to store and exit or Exit to exit without storing settings Remove the programming shunt and place a new sticker over the aperture Opening the Instrument Caution Do not open unless the warranty has expired and you are authorised to do so Opening the unit will invalidate any warranty claim There are no internal user adjustments All calibration is performed without opening the instrument The optical sensor connector assembly is not user serviceable This unit contains static sensitive devices Anti static handling procedures should be observed at all times when handling internal circuits Do not open this instrument unless you are familiar with handling optical fibers Disturbing the optical fiber assembly may result in instrument malfunction or damage Procedure KI 734x 774x UM 8 Use static protected procedures Remove the batteries and leave the battery cover open Pull open the optical connector covers Place the instrument face down on a soft mat and undo the 6 screws in the rear housing The instrument can now be gent
59. tting the reference value use test leads with a similar fiber type to the system under test This is particularly important for multimode systems Also connector loss between the patch lead and source port will be added to the final loss measurement so care should be taken to use test leads in good condition with clean connectors Remote Reference method For two or one direction testing involving two instruments referencing should be independently performed on both Loss Test Sets The following will set reference at all wavelengths e Connectthe Light Source Two Way ORL port to the Power Meter port of the same instrument KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Select POWER Autotest Abs Rel and then press Set Ref for 3 seconds Meters will display BUSY and then 0 00 dB R AAA 1 RS Figure 1 Remote reference set up Local Reference method Referencing is performed on one of the instruments which will set reference at all wavelengths on both Loss Test Sets e Connect the Light Source Two Way ORL ports of the instruments e Select POWER Autotest Abs Rel and press Set Ref for 3 seconds Meters will display BUSY and then 0 00 dB R REMOTE AND LOCAL REFERENCE METHODS Local Reference method continued SS See Figure 2A Local reference set up Light source ports connected Figure 2B Local reference set up Power meter port is connected to Light source port of the second instrument K
60. ture window and at line voltage Center wavelength The wavelength representing the centre of mass of the selected peaks CW 1 Po X Pi j where Pi and Ai are the power and wavelength of each spectral component and Po is the total power Spectral Bandwidth FWHM full width at half the maximum describes the spectral width of the half power points of the laser assuming a Gaussian envelope of the spectral power distribution The half power points are those where the power spectral density is one half of the peak amplitude of the Gaussian curve 12 67 us E 222 2 A center bta and AA MAA RUS where Acente center wavelength of laser diode in vacuum total power in watts P power of i t longitudinal mode Ai wavelength of i t longitudinal mode in vacuum M multiplication factor for source with a Gaussian envelope M 2 35 for other types of spectra use M 2 35 as well 34 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Size 190 x 130 x 70 mm 7 5 x 5 1 x 2 8 Weight 500 gm 1 1 Ib Shipping 1 5 Kg 3 3 Ib Operating Storage 15 to 55 C 25 to 70 C Power 2 alkaline C cells 7 6 A hr or 2 AA cells using supplied adaptor or external 9V DC with 25 mm Selectable auto off low battery indicator and back lit display KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Battery life Case Display Resolution Tone detection 360 hrs Power Meter 190 hrs laser in
61. uipment IEC CISPR 16 1 1999 Limits applicable to Class B equipment IEC CISPR 16 2 1999 Limits applicable to Class B equipment IEC 61000 3 2 2005 EN 61000 3 2 2006 IEN 61000 3 3 2002 EN 61000 3 3 1995 IEC 61000 4 2 2001 EN 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1998 A2 2001 4kV CD 8kV AD IEC 61000 4 3 2002 EN 61000 4 3 2002 3V m 80 1000MHz IEC 61000 4 4 2004 EN 61000 4 4 2004 1kV signal lines 2kV power lines IEC 61000 4 5 2005 EN 61000 4 5 2006 1kV line line 2kV line ground IEC 61000 4 6 2004 EN 61000 4 6 1996 A1 2001 3V 0 15 80 MHz IEC 61000 4 11 2004 EN 61000 4 11 2004 0 5 cycle 100 each polarity ICES 001 2006 Canada CFR 47 FCC Part 15 Subpart B Exempted devices USA Safety IEC 60825 1 2011 Safety of laser products Equipment classification requirements and user s guide IEC 60825 2 2011 Safety of laser products Safety of optical fiber communication systems OFCS CFR 21 part 1040 10 USA Performance standards for light emitting products Laser products Supplemental Information The product was tested in a typical configuration with Kingfisher International test systems ba Ee 8 September 2014 Bruce Robertson Date Name Technical Director Title For further information please contact your local Kingfisher International sales office agent or distributor Revision F Issue Date 8 September 2014 OPERATION MANUAL KI7340C Series ORL and Two Way Loss Test Set KI7740C Series Two Way Loss Test Set Cong
62. ull operating sequences KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Instruments compatibility Any Kingfisher equipment featuring Autotest is compatible e g any Autotest source loss test set can be used with any Autotest meter for one direction loss testing as long as both instruments have matching wavelengths A pair of identical Two Way Loss Test Sets will provide the most benefit for the user allowing to measure bi directional average loss at multiple wavelengths and ORL at each end KI 7340 Series only Initiating Autotest operation Turn on the instrument connect light source to the power meter with test lead and press AUTOTEST The meter automatically sets to the correct wavelengths and displays the absolute power in dBm with the operating wavelengths shown at the top right In Autotest the display rotates through all source wavelengths To lock a display press side on In this mode nm will be flashing to show that the selected wavelength is locked The nominal source power transmitted from the source is on the left hand side of the display Pressing Abs Rel will make meter to display measured optical power in dB R with the reference value shown on the left side To exit Autotest press MENU or disconnect patch lead for more than 8 seconds AUTOTEST OVERVIEW Wavelength selection mode If the required regular testing uses fewer wavelengths than the instrument has available then it may be convenient to reduce the n
63. umber of active Autotest wavelengths For example instead of the source rotating through 1310 1490 1550 1610 nm it can be set to test at 1310 1550 nm only To switch wavelengths on off e press SOURCE and then to select wavelength e check whether selected wavelength is switched on off press right hand button below the screen its status will be indicated as IN or OUT e on hidden keypad press r gt till Shift symbol comes on LCD then right hand button below the screen to change status of selected wavelength KI 7340 7740 UM 8 Autotest operates only with wavelengths selected as IN Selected settings will be retained at the next turn on User to user communication Display update for both instruments can be started or stopped from either instrument by pressing HOLD button which also activates the buzzer at each end Once on HOLD symbol will flash on LCD It allows handy communication method between two users so they can synchronise while working through successive fibers This communication function is also linked with KITS software so that the far end user knows when a reading has been saved in KITS and the near end user knows when the far end user has moved to the next fiber and so is ready for the next reading Note all operation and data acquisition can be controlled from one end only Patch lead Test Using Loss Test Meter This section illustrates the i
64. ument parameters are altered making it handy data logging function for the field use If the meter detects a test tone between 150 Hz and 9999 Hz the display will change to show the actual measured modulation frequency in Hz If a standard tone is detected eg 270 Hz 1 KHz 2 KHz a buzzer will sound This is useful for fiber identification and signalling The meter can also be used to check the actual modulation frequency of test sources between 150 Hz and 9999 Hz 23 LIGHT SOURCE MANUAL OPERATION This mode of operation is typically used to perform continuity testing with the test tone generator if an Autotest compatible power meter is not available After instrument turn on the display shows Source off To turn on the source emitter press Source The source is scrolled or turned off using The active wavelength is shown on the right hand side of the display and source power level is at the left hand side Press Source then Mod to display modulation frequency KI 7340 7740 UM 8 To change modulation frequency press Source then r and KHz on the hidden keypad Use to scroll available modulation frequencies 0 27 KHz 1 kHz 2 kHz then press Set to store Laser Output Power Adjustment To adjust laser output power turn the laser on then select and Level on the hidden keypad Press to adjust the level then Set to save This function does not operate in Autotest

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