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Certifying Duplex Cable Using Test Method B
All necessary certification test information is displayed and all required certification tasks are available from the Autotest menu to maximize
productivity. If the fiber optic link uses non-SC style connectors refer to Appendix B for certifying using the modified test method B
setup.
To begin certifying links:
1.
Verify that the Project settings are correct.
2.
Attach the correct adaptors for the link type under test.
3.
Attach the SCT Primary and Secondary devices to the ends of the link.
4.
Press the [TEST] key. The [ESC] key can be pressed to stop the test at any time.
5.
During the test the Circuit ID can be changed in order to save time. If the Circuit ID is correct no action is needed.
6.
When finished the overall test result is displayed. At this time you may:
Change the Circuit ID
Save the result
View the result
Run another Autotest
Exit the Autotest Menu.
SCT PRIMARY
SCT SECONDARY
Fibre optic link
or spool under
test
Do not disconnect the reference cords from the output
connectors. Disconnecting the reference cords from
the output connectors will invalidate the reference setting.
Caution
Duplex SC - SC style fiber
optic reference cord
Duplex SC - SC style fiber
optic reference cord
Figure 4 Secondary Mode Method B Certification Testing
Saving Results
Saving certification results stores all of the necessary data for certification testing compliance and report generation, in accordance with
industry standards.
1.
Navigate to the “Save Result” option and press the [ENTER] key.
Viewing Results
Viewing results displays the certification results in summary, detailed or graphic formats. Refer to the chapter named Fiber Optic
Certification Results for more details. To view results:
1.
Navigate to the “View Result” option and press the [ENTER] key.