Training Manual: Training Manual: KI9800A Series Pocket Fibre SourcesKI9800A Series Pocket Fibre Sources

Level 1Level 1

June 2011

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Course ContentsCourse Contents

1. Typical Applications2. General Features3. Models4. Keypad5. Instrument care6. Operation7. Operating Modes8. Additional Features

1./ Applications1./ Applications

Single & multimode cable testingGeneral testing & maintenance

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2. General Features2. General Features

Industry standard interchangeable connectors – including SFF

Battery life: >25 hours Ruggedised, water & dust resistant 3 year re-calibration interval 3 year warranty – extendable to 5 or 7

years

Entry skill level Fits in shirt pocket Single port Up to 3 wavelengths Test tone & Multi-fibre ID generator Autotest feature

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A. KI982x - Single mode

B. KI981x – Multimode *

C. KI980x - Specialty POF & Visible

D. KI984x – Specialty VCSEL *

* MM sources are EF compliant at 50 um workingPC & APC connector versions

3. Models3. Models

There are four model ranges:

PC APC

Specify PC or APC at time of ordering

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4. Keypad4. Keypad

Power On/Off

Connector release

Wavelength toggle

• AutoTest• Modulation Freq.

& • Fibre ID number

Laser O/P level setting

Connector housing cap

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5. Instrument Care5. Instrument Care

Keep the instrument in its carry case during storage and transport • Use only high quality batteries.

• For prolonged storage remove batteries. • The instrument is resistant to normal dust and moisture, however it is not

waterproof. • If moisture gets into the instrument, remove batteries & dry it out carefully

before using it again.

• Where possible, keep instrument away from strong sunlight.

• Clean the instrument case using Iso-Propyl-Alcohol (IPA) or other non solvent cleaning agents.

• DO NOT use Acetone or other active solvents as damage may result.

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6. Operation6. Operation

1. Fit batteries

2. Turn source on

3. Select / determine test cord configuration

4. Fit correct adaptor style to source

5. Cleanliness

6. Send light

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6.1 Fit batteries6.1 Fit batteries

To Fit Batteries.• Press battery cover latch down and push away from case.• Insert 2 ‘AAA’ cells• Replace battery cover

Battery life.Laser/LED source: 40/35 hours in Autotest, typical using Alkaline batteries.

25 hours typical in CW mode

Low Battery Display.Indicator shows when batteries are low.

Warning.Do not use lithium batteries, or other batteries with a nominal voltage greater

than 1.8 V as the instrument may become damaged.

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6.2 Power ‘On-Off’6.2 Power ‘On-Off’

To turn onPush the Aqua [On/Off] button

To Defeat auto time out. Press [On/Off] & [HOLD] for several seconds. •Instrument will beep twice.• ‘on’ will display. •‘Perm’ will display on the upper part of the LCD.

• 10 minutes auto-off• Permanent operation• Low battery indicator

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6.3 Determine type of test cord6.3 Determine type of test cord

Identify type of test cord and configuration required. E.g. SC-APC to ST-PC•Must match connector end face type, PC-PC or APC-APC connector.•Wrong end face type may damage instrument.

• SM APC connector instruments, green connector housing• SM PC connector instruments, blue connector housing• MM PC connector instruments, beige connector housing

PC APC

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6.4 Fit connector6.4 Fit connector

Once the required test cordage configuration is identified, a matching adaptor for the source can be selected.

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Standard InstrumentsStandard Instruments

Supplied with :- SC connector as standard

Other connector styles include:-ST, FC, LC, E2000, 2.5mm Universal , SMA , MU, D4, DIN

* Universal not recommended for sources

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To fit / change an adaptor / connectorTo fit / change an adaptor / connector

• Locate quick release button on front of instrument at base of connector housing

• Push and hold button in• Pull out existing adaptor• Fit new adaptor

Slot to outside

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6.5 Cleanliness6.5 Cleanliness

Dust particles are similar in size to the core diameter of SM fibre. Arguably most failures are due to connector and adaptor contamination!

How can I tell if the connection is clean?Inspect test cord connectors with optical microscope. If clean insert into instrument. Remove test cord and re-inspect. If test cord connector is clean then the instrument connector and its adaptor is also clean.

Failure to ensure optical connectors are clean will lead to incorrect measurement.

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7. Operating Modes7. Operating Modes

Select mode of operation

1. CW mode:Source sends continuous light.

2. AutotestSource alternates between wavelengths.

2. Test tone / Multi-fibre Identification number :Source sends modulated light or a Fibre identification number.

– Modulation 270, 1,000 and 2,000 Hz.– Multi-Fibre identifier number 1 ~ 12.

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7.1 CW Mode7.1 CW Mode

On Light Source press [λ] or [λ].• Source displays, wavelength & nominal output power

• and if active, test tone or Fibre ID

• Toggle [λ] or [λ] to select another λ or to Turn-Off.

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7.2 Autotest Mode7.2 Autotest Mode

Start AutoTest• Press [AUTO]• LCD displays Auto• LCD displays ‘>>>’ indicating the active port.• LCD displays ‘Source On’, the word ‘on’ flashes• Data sent to far end includes : nominal output power, serial number & λ• A compliant Power Meter will automatically toggle between these λs

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7.3 Test tone / Multi-fibre Identification number 7.3 Test tone / Multi-fibre Identification number

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To send modulation:Turn source on:•Press [MOD]

To scroll through test tones, ‘multi-fibre ID’ numbers or turn modulation off:•Press [MOD] .

• Multi fibre ID feature – Firmware r0.05 and above.

Or......

To toggle modulation Up or Down:• Press and hold [MOD], then press [λ] or [λ]

To set modulation Off:• Press and hold [MOD], then press and hold [λ] for 3

seconds.

To set modulation to ID012:• Press and hold [MOD], then press and hold [λ] for 3

seconds.

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8. Additional Features8. Additional Features

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Output Level Adjust

Adjusting the relative laser powers of a multi wavelength source enables the user to match the source to a power meter such that the power meter reads the same as the source wavelength is changed.

Why Use O/P Power Adjust?Consider a remote referencing situation the REMOTE power meter is not calibrated at one of the wavelengths. Multi wavelength testing can be performed without altering the power meter’s wavelength setting.

TamperLockLocks source to a user selected wavelength. Requires user defined keystroke to activate or de-activate.

8.1 Output Power Adjust8.1 Output Power Adjust

Toggle power out:•Select required λ.•Press [LEVEL] to decrease O/P power,or to toggle up or down.•Press & hold [LEVEL] then press [λ] or [λ]

To set max O/P power:-•Press & hold [LEVEL] , press & hold [λ] for 3 seconds.

To set min O/P power:-•Press & hold [LEVEL] , press & hold [λ] for 3 seconds.

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Note:• Applicable to laser sources only• 0.1 dB steps over 3dB range.• Meter beeps at each change• Resets to factory default at power Off

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8.2 TamperLock8.2 TamperLock

To Activate:• Set source to desired λ • Press and hold [λ] while pressing [LEVEL] for 5 seconds.

• Instrument will beep 5 times & display will show ‘codE’

• Enter a 6 key sequence using any keys except [POWER]. • A triple beep and “LOut” on display will indicate completion.• record keystroke sequence for future use.

• To cancel TamperLock setup, press [POWER].

When active• ‘<<<‘ and ‘>>>’ displayed

To clear:• Press and hold [λ] & [LEVEL] whilst turning power On. • ‘codE’ will display , enter the 6 key code sequence.

• If successful, “PASS” will be displayed indicating TamperLock cleared.• If incorrect sequence entered, “FAIL x” will be displayed (where x is attempt count).

• Alternatively, TamperLock will be cleared after 3 unsuccessful attempts.

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Application NotesApplication Notes

Comprehensive selection available at

www.kingfisher.com.au/ApplicationNotes.htm

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