RL1 User Manual
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Self-calibration
The RL1 uses a new, patent pending calibration process which relies on the intrinsic properties of the fiber
inside the instrument. As such, it does not require any external artifacts for calibration. For more
information on this method, please visit our website or contact us at
The self-calibration process requires basic fiber optics knowledge and training for proper handling such as
connector end-face inspection and cleaning (see the Maintenance section on page 35) and fiber
management. It does not require any additional calibration training. However, JGR Optics can provide this
type of training upon request as well as video and PDF tutorials.
Equipment and Environmental Conditions
The following equipment is used during self-calibration:
1.
Computer or tablet connected to a LAN
2.
3m FC/APC
–
FC/UPC test jumper (included in the original shipment)
3.
SD01 slide FC detector adapter (included in the original shipment)
4.
Connector end-
face inspection scope such as JGR’s CS400K
5.
Cleaning material such as lint-free wipes and isopropyl alcohol (IPA)
–
see the Maintenance
section on page 35 for more information
6.
Optional:
a.
FC/APC bulkhead inspection probe
b.
Heat gun for fiber management
c.
Polishing equipment if an output lead has some scratches or pits
d.
Filtered compressed air or dusting gas for clearing dust and small debris
It is recommended to perform the self-calibration in the following environmental conditions:
•
Temperature (°C): 25 ± 5
•
Relative Humidity (%): 15 to 60
Accessing the Self-calibration RL1 Webpage
1.
Connect the RL1 and computer to the same LAN
2.
Open a web browser (recommended:
Google Chrome
or
Firefox
) from a computer or tablet on the
same network
3.
Enter the RL1
’s
IP address in the search bar
4.
Click on the
Self Calibration
tab (see Figure 21)