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Fluke OF-500 OptiFiber - User Manual

Fluke OF-500 OptiFiber
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PN 1779484
September 2002, Rev. 7 10/10
©2002-2010 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in USA.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
OF-500 OptiFiber
®
Certifying OTDR
Users Manual

Table of Contents

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Summary

Overview of Features

Safety Information

Electrical Symbols and Warnings

International electrical symbols, warnings, and cautions for safe operation.

Powering and Battery Management

Powering the Tester

How to power the tester using AC adapter or battery pack.

Charging the Battery

Procedure for charging the lithium ion battery pack for optimal performance.

Checking the Battery Status

Monitor battery level and status using the on-screen icon and menu.

Basic Features Overview

Front Panel Features

Identification and description of controls and indicators on the tester's front panel.

Side and Top Panel Features

Connectors and Ports

Description of various ports, connectors, and labels on the tester's side and top panels.

The HOME Screen

Understanding the HOME Screen Elements

Explanation of key information and controls displayed on the tester's HOME screen.

Using the Setup Menus

Checking the Tester’s Status

Preparing to Save Test Results

Cleaning and Inspecting Fiber Connectors

Cleaning Bulkhead and Fiber Connectors

Step-by-step guide for cleaning connector end-faces using solvent and dry swabs.

Cleaning Fiber Adapters and Connector Ends

Procedures for cleaning adapters and specific connector types for optimal performance.

Using the OTDR

Selecting Auto or Manual OTDR Mode

Guidance on choosing between automatic and manual modes for OTDR testing.

OTDR Connection Quality

Running the OTDR Test

Cleaning the OTDR Connector

Using the ChannelMap Function

Using the FaultMap Function

Using the FiberInspector Option

Using the Loss;Length Option

Cleaning Loss;Length Connectors

About Setting the Reference

Testing in Smart Remote Mode

Testing in Loopback Mode

Testing in Far End Source Mode

Using the Visual Fault Locator

Using the Power Meter Option

Maintenance

Updating Tester Software

Procedure to update the tester's operating software for new features and improvements.

Calibration and Support

Troubleshooting and Getting Help

Guidance on resolving issues, using online help, and contacting support.

Troubleshooting the Tester

Keypad and System Error Issues

Solutions for unresponsive keypads and system error messages.

Module Installation and Power Issues

Troubleshooting "No Module Installed" errors and power-on problems.

OTDR Trace Noise and Connector Issues

Addressing increased OTDR trace noise and deadzone issues related to connectors.

Loss;Length and Test Result Errors

Diagnosing negative loss readings and incorrect test results.

Signs of a Bad OTDR Connector

Specifications Overview

OTDR Specifications for Multimode Modules

OFTM-561 xB Multimode Module Specs

Detailed performance specifications for OTDR testing with OFTM-561xB modules.

Multimode Module Deadzones and Ranges

Event/attenuation deadzones, maximum measurement range, and dynamic range for multimode modules.

OTDR Specifications for Singlemode Modules

OFTM-573 x Singlemode Module Specs

Detailed performance specifications for OTDR testing with OFTM-573x modules.

Singlemode Module Deadzones and Ranges

Event/attenuation deadzones, measurement range, and dynamic range for singlemode modules.

Power Meter Specifications

Power Meter Performance Details

Specifications for testing speed, input connector, detector, wavelengths, and measurement range.

Power Meter Accuracy and Linearity

Details on power measurement uncertainty, linearity, and auto wavelength detection.

Loss;Length Specifications

Loss;Length Module Performance

Specifications for testing speeds, connectors, fiber types, and output wavelengths.

Loss;Length Measurement Ranges

Maximum length measurement, measurement range, and accuracy for loss/length tests.

Visual Fault Locator Specifications

FiberInspector Probe Specifications

Fluke OF-500 OptiFiber Specifications

General IconGeneral
Storage Temperature-20 °C to 60 °C
TypeOTDR
Wavelengths850 nm, 1300 nm
Battery Life8 hours (typical)
Fiber TypesMultimode
Data StorageUSB
Operating Temperature50 °C
InterfaceUSB

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