2.7 Connecting Optical Fiber Cables
CAUTION
Only connect angled-physical-contact type optical fibers to the ANGLED PC ONLY
optical connector. Other types of connectors can damage the connector’s ferrule
end.
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ATTENTION
Ne brancher que des fibres optiques de type APC (contact physique avec angle) au
connecteur optique ANGLED PC ONLY. D’autres types de connecteurs pourraient
endommager l’embout du connecteur.
Clean the connector end face of the optical fiber cable under measurement before
connecting it to the instrument. If dust is adhered to the connector end face, it may
damage the instrument’s optical connector. If this happens, the instrument will not be
able to make correct measurements.
1.
Firmly press the connector end face of the optical fiber cable against the cleaning
surface of the cleaner.
2.
While pressing the end face against the cleaner, turn the cable.
3.
While pressing the end face against the cleaner, move the cable.
4.
Change the cleaning surface of the cleaner, and repeat steps 1 to 3.
Note
• If you do not firmly press the connector end face of the optical fiber cable against the
cleaner, the end face may not be cleaned completely.
• You can purchase an optical fiber connector cleaner from NTT-AT Corporation.
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