Certifying Fiber Cabling
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Autotest in Far End Source Mode: Set the Reference
1
Turn on the tester and smart remote and let them sit for
5 minutes. Allow additional time if the modules have
been stored above or below ambient temperature. For
other sources, warm up according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
2
Turn the rotary switch to SETUP, then select Fiber Loss.
Set the following on the Fiber Loss tabs (press
C to see
other tabs):
•
Test Limit: Select the test limit required for the job.
Press J More to see other lists of limits.
•
Fiber Type: Select the fiber type to be tested.
•
Remote End Setup: Set to Far End Source
•
Bi-directional: Does not apply to Far End Source
mode.
•
Number of Adapters and Number of Splices: Does
not apply to Far End Source mode.
•
Connector Type: Select the connector type used in
the cabling to be tested. Select General if the exact
type is not listed.
•
Test Method: Refers to the number of adapters
represented in the loss results. Select 1 Jumper if you
use the reference and test connections shown in this
manual.
See Table 2 on page 15 for details on settings.