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INDIVIDUAL FIBER OPTIC CABLING TESTS
Individual tests require that the appropriate project is selected and a reference is established with exception of the light source and power
meter prior to testing.
INDIVIDUAL TEST MENU
All individual testing tasks such as selecting a test and starting a test are managed from the Individual Test menu simplifying testing.
1.
Using the navigation keys select
“Individual Test”
from the
“Home”
menu and press [ENTER].
Individual Test Selections
Fiber Map
The fiber map option displays a graphical representation of the fiber optic cable connected to the primary and secondary fiber
optic adapter output and input connectors.
Loss
The loss option performs a certification loss measurement.
Length
The length option performs a certification length measurement.
Power
The power option performs a power measurement and reports back measured power in dBm and Watts.
Light Source
The light source option enables the dual wave length light source mode.
Power Meter
The power meter option enables the power meter mode capable of measuring optical power at 850, 1300, 1310 and 1550 nm
wave lengths.
Test Limit and Cable Type
The test limit and cable type are defined by the currently selected Project. The test limit and cable type are changed by selecting a different
project from the Autotest menu and returning to the Individual Test menu.
Circuit ID
Individual tests cannot be saved so the Circuit ID has no effect on the test.
Individual Testing
All necessary individual test information is displayed and all required individual testing tasks are available from the Individual Test menu to
maximize productivity. To begin testing:
1.
Verify that the test settings are correct.
2.
Attach the correct adaptors for the link type under test.
3.
Attach the SCT Primary device and Secondary device if needed to the ends of the link.
4.
Select the measurement type
5.
Press the [TEST] key. The [ESC] key can be pressed to stop the test at any time.
6.
When finished the individual test result is displayed. At this time you may:
View the result
Run another Individual Test
Exit the Individual Test Menu.
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.