Fluke DTX Series - Setting the Reference in Far End Source Mode

DTX Series CableAnalyzer
Technical Reference Handbook
5-32
Setting the Reference in Far End Source Mode
1 Turn on the tester and smart remote and let them sit
for 5 minutes. Allow additional time if the fiber
modules have been stored above or below room
temperature. For other sources, warm up according
to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
2 Turn the rotary switch to SETUP; then select Fiber.
3 Select Remote End Setup; then select Far End Source.
4 Turn the rotary switch to SPECIAL FUNCTIONS, select
Set Reference, then press
H. If both a fiber
module and twisted pair adapter are attached, select
Fiber Module next.
5 If you need to change the reference wavelength,
press
K Change λ.
6 Clean the connectors on the tester, source, and patch
cords. Connect the tester and source as shown on
the tester.
Notes
The Set Reference screen shows reference
connections for the selected test method. Figure
5-15 shows connections for modified Method B.
The patch cords in the tester’s diagrams are
numbered. If you want to meet TSB-140
reporting requirements, you can enter lengths
for each patch cord number after setting the
reference.
7 Hold down the button on the smart remote’s fiber
module for 3 seconds to turn on the output port at
850 nm (DTX-MFM) or 1310 nm (DTX-SFM). Press
again to switch to 1300 nm or 1550 nm.
The LED is red for 850 nm and 1310 nm and green
for 1300 nm and 1550 nm.
For other sources, verify the output is set to the
correct wavelength and is in continuous-wave mode.
9 Press
P.
The View Reference screen shows the reference
values and the date and time the reference was set.
10 Press
K OK.
The View Connections screen shows the test
connections for the selected test method.