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User Guide

Tone Generator/Live Fiber Detector

TG-300B/LFD-300B

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Summary of Contents for LFD-300B

Page 1: ...User Guide Tone Generator Live Fiber Detector TG 300B LFD 300B WWW FIBEROPTICBANK COM...

Page 2: ...use No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent rights of EXFO EXFO s Commerce And Government Entities CAGE code under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization NATO is 0L8C3 The...

Page 3: ...k Fibers 8 Determining if a Fiber Is Live or Dark 9 Using the Optional Flexible Arm 10 3 Maintenance 11 Replacing the Four AA Batteries 11 Recycling and Disposal Applies to European Union Only 12 4 Tr...

Page 4: ...ests are systematically performed on most EXFO equipment Information Electronic test equipment is subject to the EMC Directive in the European Union The EN61326 standard prescribes both emission and i...

Page 5: ...Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use Part 1 General Requirements EN 61326 1 2006 Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use EMC Require...

Page 6: ...nnect them It uses a proven macrobending technique with an insertion loss of less than 1 dB that does not disrupt traffic allowing you to safely work on live fibers General Description The status of a...

Page 7: ...the Traffic LED on the right hand side is lit the traffic is coming from the left Fiber Finder LED Indicates if the low frequency modulation specific to the TG 300B was detected by the LFD 300B Fiber...

Page 8: ...MPORTANT When you are not using your unit put the switch in the upward position to avoid premature wear of the clamping mechanism Switch Clamps the fiber under test in place and turns on the unit Disp...

Page 9: ...nd the following conventions WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required...

Page 10: ...s the receiver You can also determine if a fiber is live or dark using the LFD 300B CAUTION Do not use your units with fibers of which diameters are smaller than 900 m as the pressure could damage the...

Page 11: ...ent groove make sure that the fiber is set in a straight horizontal position Failure to do so can cause the fiber to be bent by the clamping pressure and create a loss over the guaranteed 1 dB EXFO sh...

Page 12: ...on the display Slide the switch upward and repeat steps 1 through 3 or make sure the fiber you are testing is live 4 At the other end of the fiber optic link install the fiber in the alignment groove...

Page 13: ...switch downward During the LFD 300B startup procedure the unit vibrates and emits a sound the Positioning LED blinks and LOAd appears on the display This startup procedure takes about 20 seconds to c...

Page 14: ...downward During the LFD 300B startup procedure the unit vibrates and emits a sound the Positioning LED blinks and LOAd appears on the display This startup procedure takes about 20 seconds to complete...

Page 15: ...th the TG 300B 1 Adjust the clamp pressure using the adjustment screw 2 Using the clamp secure the flexible arm to a solid surface If necessary readjust the clamp pressure as needed 3 Using the thread...

Page 16: ...ttery status LED blinks The unit is still operational but you should replace the batteries as soon as possible or connect the unit to the AC adapter When the batteries are too low bAT appears on the d...

Page 17: ...islation regarding Directive 2002 96 EC Except for reasons of safety or environmental benefit equipment manufactured by EXFO under its brand name is generally designed to facilitate dismantling and re...

Page 18: ...he area you are working in E 200 to E 255 The fiber is not properly set in the alignment groove Push the switch upward and install the fiber as described in section Installing the Fiber in the Alignme...

Page 19: ...available to take your calls from Monday to Friday 8 00 a m to 7 00 p m Eastern Time in North America For detailed information about technical support visit the EXFO Web site at www exfo com To accel...

Page 20: ...amage can occur from improper handling The following steps are recommended to minimize the possibility of damage Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping Avoid high humidity or lar...

Page 21: ...NG BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL EXFO BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Liability EXFO sha...

Page 22: ...re not covered by this warranty This warranty excludes failure resulting from improper use or installation normal wear and tear accident abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature caus...

Page 23: ...ch it was observed 5 Return the equipment prepaid to the address given to you by support personnel Be sure to write the RMA number on the shipping slip EXFO will refuse and return any package that doe...

Page 24: ...498 Fax 1 418 683 9224 quebec service exfo com EXFO Europe Service Center Omega Enterprise Park Electron Way Chandlers Ford Hampshire S053 4SE ENGLAND Tel 44 2380 246810 Fax 44 2380 246801 europe serv...

Page 25: ...ONS Size H x W x D 245 mm x 45 mm x 55 mm 9 5 8 in x 1 3 4 in x 2 1 4 in Weight without batteries 0 35 kg 0 8 lb Temperature c operating 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 122 F storage 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F Re...

Page 26: ...nce contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 SJ T11363 2006 Part Name Toxic or hazardous Substances and Elements Lead...

Page 27: ...9 Manhattan House SINGAPORE 169876 Tel 65 6333 8241 Fax 65 6333 8242 EXFO CHINA No 88 Fuhua First Road Central Tower Room 801 Futian District Beijing New Century Hotel Office Tower Room 1754 1755 No 6...

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