Test Procedure
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Test Procedure
Testing procedure differs based on the configuration of cable under test. This section describes
procedures for different configurations of 12 channels MPO cabling.
The following procedures are based on IEC 61280-4-1.
Note
Diagrams and images used are for illustration purposes only and do not represent
suggested test values. Reference and test values vary to usage and condition.
Acronyms
LC – Launch Cord
RC – Receive Cord
TC – Test Cord
AC – Adaptor Cord
NEC – Near-end
Equipment Cord
FEC – Far-end Equipment
Cord
CAUTION
Do not confuse acronyms used in this document with similar acronyms used in other
manuals or products.
CAUTION
Always use a coupler when mating a
pinned and unpinned connector.
Mating two pinned connectors with a
coupler will damage the pins.
Before proceeding to set reference or performing an AUTOTEST with WireXpert, check that the light
source on the REMOTE unit is enabled. Toggle button to enable or disable light source.
Light source is enabled
Light source is disabled
Press the
[AUTOTEST]
button once settings and limits have been selected. WireXpert will use the last
configuration or factory settings to perform the AUTOTEST if new settings are not configured.
