Kingfisher KI 2300 Series, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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PUSH ON OPTICAL CONNECTOR
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This section applies to instruments with push-on pull-off interchangeable
optical adaptors.
To access the optical connector, grasp the grey cover on the top of the
instrument and tilt it back. The cover can then be pushed back to form a
convenient tilt bail for the instrument.
Different styles of standard and optional connector adaptors can be easily
fitted by the user.
A fitted connector may be easier to remove if a patch lead is attached,
since then it is easier to grasp it.
To remove the fitted connector, simply pull of the connector while gently
depressing the adjacent connector release button. Excessive force is not
required.
The supplied standard connector adaptor has a ceramic sleeve to avoid
connector metal dust contamination of the target system.
When not in use, keep test ports and connectors covered. Never touch
connector tips with your fingers, since body oils and dirt can impair
performance.
CAUTION! Do not use damaged or incompatible connector adaptors.
WARNING! Remove batteries before using a microscope to inspect
instrument connectors.
Power Meter:
This port can be used with both PC and APC connector styles.
Bare fiber adaptors must achieve fiber eccentricity of ± 100 microns, and
end tolerance of ± 300 microns relative to the ferrule end. Preferred bare
fiber adaptors consist 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, otherwise instrument will be permanently
damaged.
Light Source:
A Light Source connector is either PC or APC polish. This is determined
when ordering the instrument, and can only be changed at the factory.
CAUTION! The use of bare fiber adaptors with any source port is not
recommended as permanent instrument damage may occur, and very
unstable measurements are likely.