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General| Display | Color LCD |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Interfaces | USB, Ethernet |
| Supported Technologies | Ethernet, SONET/SDH |
| Measurement Capabilities | Optical Power |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C |
Describes visual symbols used in the manual for clarity.
Crucial safety information regarding laser use and hazards.
Details the specific warning labels for laser safety compliance.
Essential information for safe power management and operation.
Detailed description of the instrument's front panel controls.
Description of physical connectors and ports on the rear.
Explains the fundamental working principle of OTDR measurements.
Discusses conditions and limitations for valid measurements.
Details the process of measuring signal attenuation.
Explains the principles behind Wavelength Division Multiplexing analysis.
Describes the modular design and its benefits.
Covers configuration steps for testing, system, and instrument.
Explains how to print measurement results and screen captures.
Details file management and storage options.
Initial steps for setting up the equipment and installing modules.
Instructions for charging and managing the instrument's batteries.
Essential steps for connecting optical fibers for testing.
Procedures for powering the instrument on and off.
Guide for upgrading the instrument's software.
Configuring the instrument's modules and test functions.
Procedures for configuring the instrument's clock and date settings.
Configuration of serial, Ethernet, and other interfaces.
Configuring system-wide parameters like date, language, and printers.
Description of the automatic power-down feature.
Adjusting screen brightness for optimal viewing.
Configuration options for printing outputs.
Details on the header printed with measurement results.
Instructions for replacing the printer paper.
Procedure for saving screen data to a floppy disk.
Explains the communication function between two users.
Detailed description of the instrument's front panel controls.
Description of the main display and associated softkey functions.
Description of primary navigation and function keys.
Procedures for entering alphanumeric data.
Mapping of external keyboard functions to MTSe keys.
Information on the optical connector and optional floppy drive.
Description of RS232 serial and Centronics parallel ports.
Crucial setup steps for performing OTDR tests.
Configuring settings like wavelength, mode, and pulsewidth.
Customizing how measurement results are shown.
Defining fiber characteristics like index and backscatter coefficient.
Using the instrument for live, non-averaged measurements.
Configuring parameters for automatic test setup.
Performing tests with manually configured parameters.
Identifying active signals on the fiber during testing.
Tools for analyzing traces and using cursors.
Detailed analysis of specific trace sections and display adjustments.
Automatically identifying and measuring events on the fiber.
Adding custom markers for specific measurements.
Measuring the slope of fiber sections.
Procedures for measuring splice loss and reflectance.
Measuring Optical Return Loss for fiber sections.
Specific handling for ORL measurements under saturation.
Comparing multiple traces on the same screen.
Core principles of bi-directional fiber measurements.
Steps to enter the bi-directional measurement analysis mode.
Setting up parameters for fiber fault detection.
Executing a pre-defined or recorded sequence of actions.
Copying created macros for backup or transfer.
Essential configuration for Optical Test Set measurements.
Configuring the light source for OTS testing.
Configuring the power meter for OTS measurements.
Displaying and analyzing results from OTS measurements.
Visualizing the current light source configuration.
Overview of power meter readings and controls.
Calibrating the power meter for accurate readings.
Establishing a baseline measurement for loss calculations.
Managing stored measurement results in the power meter.
Configuring the instrument to automatically save results.
Configuring alarms for out-of-spec measurements.
Setting up parameters for optical spectrum analysis.
Configuring settings like sweep, resolution, and sensitivity.
Defining criteria for identifying optical channels.
Customizing the display grid for channel analysis.
Viewing WDM analysis results and configuring alarms.
Understanding the graphical representation of spectral data.
Setting levels to distinguish channels from noise.
Analyzing gain variations across the optical spectrum.
Configuring the tabular display of WDM channel data.
Comparing multiple spectral traces simultaneously.
Procedures for closing the trace overlay function.
Options for storing and retrieving data files and choosing location.
Procedures for saving acquired data and creating file names.
Automatic naming rules for OTDR data files.
Semi-automatic naming rules for OTDR data.
Automatic naming rules for OTS data files.
Semi-automatic naming rules for OTS data.
Steps to export measurement data for analysis in Excel.
Importing OTS data into Microsoft Excel.
Accessing and managing saved trace and configuration details.
Operations like load, copy, delete, and rename files.
Creating, opening, and removing directories.
Procedures for locating and selecting specific data files.
Retrieving saved OTDR measurement data.
Retrieving saved OTS measurement data tables.
Removing empty directories from storage media.
Printing previously saved measurement data.
Preparing a floppy disk for use on the instrument.
Preparing the optional hard disk for use.
Establishing remote control using an RS232 serial connection.
Setting up remote control via an Ethernet network.
Understanding and troubleshooting command execution and syntax.
Rules for constructing valid remote control commands.
Handling service requests from IEEE-connected devices.
Understanding instrument status reporting mechanisms.
Structure and function of system configuration commands.
Controlling specific instrument modules and their functions.
Mapping of physical keys to command functions.
Retrieving identification details of past measurements.
Commands for configuring and starting OTDR acquisitions.
Commands for retrieving and displaying OTDR measurement results.
Retrieving OTDR results data via remote commands.
Configuring the power meter for OTS measurements.
Configuring the laser source for OTS measurements.
Retrieving OTS measurement results via commands.
Setting up parameters for optical spectrum analysis.
Retrieving OSA measurement results via commands.
Guidelines for instrument maintenance and repair.
Procedures for cleaning optical connectors to ensure performance.
Procedures for checking battery status and replacement needs.
Detailed specifications for the instrument's mainframe.
Specifications for power adapters and battery performance.
Physical dimensions and operating environment specifications.
Accuracy and resolution for distance and attenuation measurements.
Details on light source output and power meter ranges.
List of available singlemode OTDR modules.
Available chassis configurations and included items.
Software packages and optical connector details.
Key parameters for OTDR module performance.
Performance details for singlemode OTDRs and laser safety classifications.
Specifications for OTS light source output and power meter memory.
Performance characteristics of WDM modules.
Usage tips for the long fiber included with modules.
