VIAVI Solutions
Quick Card
SmartClass Fiber MPOLx
Testing MPO/MTP terminated 12-strand fiber
This quick card describes how to use the VIAVI MPOLx for
troubleshooting
and loss/length MPO fiber
certification
.
Equipment Requirements:
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MPOLx MPO test kit which will include:
o
MPOLP-85(P)
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MPO Power Meter
o
MPOLS-8x(P)
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MPO Light Source
o
MPO/MTP FMAE adapter (APC for SM, PC for MM)
(P versions)
o
2x unpinned to unpinned Type A launch cords
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1x pinned to pinned Type A test cord
o
2x MPO mating adapters
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The latest SmartClass Fiber firmware
o
To download the latest version visit http://scf.updatemyunit.net
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FiberChek PRO software with version 2.02 or newer
o
To download the latest version visit
http://fcpro.updatemyunit.net/
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MPO Cleaning Tool
Configure the MPOLP-85P for the type of testing you will be performing:
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Create and set-up a project on the MPOLP:
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From home screen press the management icon (left side of touch screen, middle icon).
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Select projects, press menu button, and select add.
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Type the name of the project, tap the check mark to save.
o
Add a description, set the label prefix, label index, and auto increment as desired.
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Press the back button and set the project to Active.
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Create and save the test configuration for the Loss/Length test you wish to perform:
Note: Setup can only be done on the MPOLP and not the MPOLS.
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From home screen select Loss/Length.
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Press the menu button.
o
Select a pre-set test configuration or create a new one as follows:
▪
Select add
–
and name the test configuration
(e.g. “
SMF 12 Strand Test
”). Select this
new test configuration and create a setup for a basic loss/length test:
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Fiber Type = MM/SM as appropriate
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Test Limit
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Link Validation. Polarity A, Length 100 meters
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Cable Name: OM4/OS1 as appropriate
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Cable and Connector: as appropriate
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Test Reference Method: 1 Jumper
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Pass/Fail Fiber Selection: as appropriate
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Ensure the Patch Cord Microscope (PCM) settings are correct (if equipped)
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using
correct inspection profile (Ribbon, SM or MM (IEC-61300-3-35 Ed. 2.0) ensures the
correct illumination of the end face.
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Adjust the focus and Y axis. Turn auto-center off.
