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Chapter 2 Meter Setup
Connecting to the network
You can you test from both a wired and wireless network, and from a wired connection, you
can update the firmware, transfer files, or synchronize to the StrataSync server.
GPON and XGSPON connections
1. Make sure all fiber cables and fiber ports are clean. Dirty fiber connections will result
in erroneous measurements.
2. Using a fiber cable, connect the instrument to the GPON network:
y
Connect one end of the fiber cable to the Companion's SFP connector located
on the bottom of the unit using an SFP adapter, under the rubber door.
y
Connect the other end of the fiber cable to the GPON network.
3. Verify that network connectivity is enabled via the status indicators on the meter.
4. Use the
Profile Manager and testing profiles in the previous section to configure
your network.
CAUTION:
The GPON SFP interface on the Companion requires an
SC/APC angled connection. Using a UPC connector will
result in erroneous measurements and may cause damage.
Ethernet connections
1. Using an Ethernet cable, connect the instrument to the LAN:
y
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector located on
the bottom of the unit, under the rubber door.
y
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN.
2. Verify that network connectivity is enabled via the status indicators on the meter.
3. Use the
Profile Manager and testing profiles in the previous section to configure
your network.