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Connecting the Optical Connector
Remove the optical connector cap and insert the connector firmly and
completely into the connector adapter. If the connection is not sound,
measurements will be inaccurate.
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Optical Connector
An SC connector and FC connector are available.
The desired connector is specified when ordering,
and cannot be changed.
Always use an optical connector that matches the
instrument. Also, clean the ends before making
connections.
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Optical Fiber
The following optical fibers are supported.
Single mode: SM (9/125 µm)
Multimode: GI (50/125 µm), GI (62.5/125 µm)
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Ferrule
Supports PC and FLAT polish.
Performance is not guaranteed with angled PC.
* Regarding support for APC (angled PC) fiber
There are many kinds of angled PC connector polishes.
Performance is not guaranteed with angled PC connectors because
the measured value depends on the shape of the tip. However, it
should be noted that with single mode fiber, measured values using an
eight-degree APC connector are nearly identical to those when using
a PC connector.
When using a bare fiber adapter, make sure that it does not protrude
beyond the ferrule end. Protruding fibers can damage the optical
input section resulting in incorrect measurements.
Incidence of excessive light outside of the optical power measuring
range can damage the sensor element.
When not using the instrument, attach the optical input connector cap
to protect the connector from dirt, grime, and other foreign particles.
Looking at the optical fiber, end of the optical connector, or other
items that connect to the light source can result in damage to the
eyes from lasers. Never peer into these sections.
