WA-1150 and WA-1650 Wavemeter Operating Manual
1 Introduction
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(09042-M-00 Rev C) EXFO Burleigh Products Group Inc.
Modern fiber-optic connectors rely on a glass-to-glass contact to reduce Fresnel
reflections at the connector interface. A dirty or damaged connector on the cable can
damage the input connector on the instrument front panel. Always use a good quality
cable connector. If there is any question of the surface quality on the tip of the cable
connector, inspect it under a microscope for scratches or debris.
Some general recommendations:
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Never use a metal or other hard object for cleaning that would scrape the connector.
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Do not apply index-matching gel or oils.
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Always keep connectors covered for protection when not in use.
Cleaning a Fiber-Optic Connector
To clean the end of the connector on the fiber-optic cable,
1.
Gently wipe the tip with a lint-free swab or lens paper dipped in isopropyl alcohol.
2.
Dry it by wiping gently with a clean dry lint-free lens paper.
3.
As soon as the connector is dry, insert it in the instrument panel or cover it for later
use.
Cleaning a Universal Connector
NOTE
Refer to Figure 1-1 below.
To clean the end of the universal connector,
1.
Unscrew the fiber from the instrument and put a protective cap on it.
2.
Close the universal protective fiber cap.
3.
Gently push in the universal connector and rotate it counter-clockwise ¼ turn.
4.
Pull out the fiber-optic adapter.
5.
Gently wipe the tip with a lint-free swab or lens paper dipped in isopropyl alcohol.
6.
Dry it by wiping gently with a clean dry lint-free lens paper.
7.
As soon as the connector is dry, insert it in the instrument front panel or cover it for
later use.
NOTE
The fiber-optic adapter is keyed. Insert the adapter in the same position that you
removed it.
8.
Rotate the universal connector ¼ turn to lock it in.
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