Required Accessories
(2) one-meter patch cables – (ensure proper connector type and fiber type)
Checking for Fiber Continuity
The WaveTester can be used to verify continuity of a fiber link, or can be used to
trace an optical fiber if the fibers are not properly labeled. Use the following
procedure to test either multimode and singlemode cables.
Connect a fiber optic light source to the network port under test as shown
at right. Power on the light source according to manufacturer
instructions.
Press
to power on the WaveTester optical power meter, if
necessary.
Press
until the wavelength on the WaveTester matches the output
wavelength of the light source.
Take the WaveTester optical power meter to the opposite end of the link under test, and connect into the first port. If the
WaveTester does not detect any optical power, the display will read “LO”. Continue connecting to subsequent optical
ports until the WaveTester display shows an optical power reading.
If none of the ports display an optical power reading, then it is likely that there is a major connectivity problem with the link,
and further troubleshooting is necessary to determine the nature of the problem.
AUTO
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