User GuideSharpTesterAXS-200
Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTester2 AXS-200Main FeaturesNote: Ports, connectors and LED indicators on your unit may differ from the illustration.Modu
Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTesterSharpTester 3Power SourcesOther useful characteristics:³ Data transfer to a computer³ Multilingual user interface³
Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTester4 AXS-200Typical ApplicationsTypical ApplicationsYou can use the SharpTester for several applications; the applicat
Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTesterSharpTester 5ConventionsConventionsBefore using the product described in this manual, you should understand the fol
SharpTester 72 Safety InformationThe AC adapter/charger provided with this unit (40 W/24 V) is specifically designed to work with your AXS-200 SharpTe
Safety Information8 AXS-200Equipment RatingsTemperature³ Operation³ Storage³ -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)³ -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)Rela
SharpTester 93 Getting Started with Your SharpTesterTurning the Unit On and OffWhen you turn the unit on, you may use it immediately under normal cond
Getting Started with Your SharpTester10 AXS-200Using Menus and KeypadUsing Menus and KeypadYou can access various tools from the keypad or menu. Menu
Getting Started with Your SharpTesterSharpTester 11Using Menus and KeypadScreenLED indicators (functions will change according to module)Scrolls throu
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Getting Started with Your SharpTester12 AXS-200Using Menus and KeypadThe Home menu is where you can access either the various elements for your module
Getting Started with Your SharpTesterSharpTester 13Using Online HelpUsing Online HelpOnline help is available at any time. Most test operations pause
Getting Started with Your SharpTester14 AXS-200Installing the Shoulder Strap Back PlateInstalling the Shoulder Strap Back PlateA Y-shaped shoulder str
SharpTester 154 Customizing Your SharpTesterThe Settings pane allows you to customize the following:³ The date and time settings³ The display options
Customizing Your SharpTester16 AXS-200Adjusting the Display SettingsAdjusting the Display SettingsTo fit your work environment, you may adjust the LCD
Customizing Your SharpTesterSharpTester 17Power Management StatusPower Management StatusThe power management status pane indicates the current power l
Customizing Your SharpTester18 AXS-200Managing Software OptionsManaging Software OptionsSome options available for your unit, such as the fiber inspec
Customizing Your SharpTesterSharpTester 19Putting the Option Files in Your UnitTo copy a new option directly from another computer:1. Connect your uni
Customizing Your SharpTester20 AXS-200Activating OptionsActivating OptionsThe options for the platform and the modules are activated separately.Activa
Customizing Your SharpTesterSharpTester 21Activating OptionsActivating Module OptionsAfter you have copied the .key file in your unit, or used a USB F
SharpTester iiiEnd-User License AgreementYou have acquired a device ("DEVICE") that includes software licensed by EXFO Electro-Optical Engin
Customizing Your SharpTester22 AXS-200Setting Network Connection ParametersSetting Network Connection ParametersIt is possible for you to manually set
SharpTester 235 Using AXS-200 SharpTester UtilitiesThe Utilities pane allows you to access the utilities and tools, including the following items:³ Fi
Using AXS-200 SharpTester Utilities24 AXS-200Copying or Deleting Files and FoldersCopying or Deleting Files and FoldersYou can copy or delete folders
Using AXS-200 SharpTester UtilitiesSharpTester 25Copying or Deleting Files and Folders4. Paste the file or folder as follows:4a. Find the destination
Using AXS-200 SharpTester Utilities26 AXS-200Setting Remote Communication ParametersSetting Remote Communication ParametersYou can enable VNC access t
SharpTester 276 Using a Probe on your AXS-200 SharpTesterAn optional fiber inspection probe feature may be available on your AXS-200 SharpTester.Inspe
Using a Probe on your AXS-200 SharpTester28 AXS-200Setting Probe File Storage OptionsSetting Probe File Storage OptionsThe files are saved using an au
SharpTester 297 Viewing Unit InformationThe Information pane is divided into different tabs to help you view information about your unit. These tabs a
Viewing Unit Information30 AXS-200Memory TabMemory TabThe Memory tab contains information on the following:³ total available RAM for your unit³ total
SharpTester 318 MaintenanceTo help ensure long, trouble-free operation:³ Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them and clean them if nec
iv AXS-200³ Internet Gaming/Update Features. If the SOFTWARE provides, and you choose to utilize, the Internet gaming or update features within the S
Maintenance32 AXS-200Recharging the BatteryRecharging the Battery³ The charge status of the battery is shown on the Power Management View pane (press
MaintenanceSharpTester 33Recharging the BatteryTo recharge the battery:Connect the unit to a power outlet (or car outlet) using the AC adapter/charger
Maintenance34 AXS-200Replacing the BatteryReplacing the BatteryAs soon as you remove the battery compartment door, the unit will turn itself off.Note:
MaintenanceSharpTester 35Replacing the BatteryTo replace the battery:1. Turn the unit off (either suspend or shutdown mode).Note: You can also change
Maintenance36 AXS-200Changing the Module BackplaneChanging the Module BackplaneIt is possible for you to change the backplane of the unit (swap module
MaintenanceSharpTester 37Changing the Module Backplane4. Pull the platform apart from the module using the handholds located at the bottom of the unit
Maintenance38 AXS-200Software Mismatch NotificationSoftware Mismatch NotificationIf you change the backplane of your platform to install a new module,
MaintenanceSharpTester 39Software Mismatch NotificationTo install the new module software on your unit from HISM:1. Turn on the computer and insert th
Maintenance40 AXS-200Software Mismatch Notification5. From the computer, on the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then go to Programs >
MaintenanceSharpTester 41Managing Software InstallationsManaging Software InstallationsYou can save module applications on your unit, then load them a
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Maintenance42 AXS-200Managing Software Installations5. Use the arrow buttons to select the Create Installation File button, then press .6. If desired
MaintenanceSharpTester 43Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationRestoring Your Unit to Normal OperationIf you ever encounter major problems with your
Maintenance44 AXS-200Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationTo restore module application from recovery image:1. Shut down your unit by pressing and
MaintenanceSharpTester 45Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationTo restore the system partition from a USB memory drive:1. Shut down your unit by pres
Maintenance46 AXS-200Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)³ Unless otherwise
SharpTester 479 TroubleshootingSolving Common ProblemsThe table below presents common problems and their solutions.Problem Possible Cause SolutionCann
Troubleshooting48 AXS-200LED StatusesLED StatusesThe power and battery LEDs are used to indicate specific statuses of your unit. If you notice that on
TroubleshootingSharpTester 49LED StatusesGreen, 3seconds- From off to onopenClosed Present OK Full / not full / lowYellow,1second-From on to offCloseC
Troubleshooting50 AXS-200LED StatusesPower LED StatusBattery LED StatusDC In UnitBattery DoorBatteryBattery StatusBattery LevelOff Unplugged From off
TroubleshootingSharpTester 51Contacting the Technical Support GroupContacting the Technical Support GroupTo obtain after-sales service or technical su
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Troubleshooting52 AXS-200TransportationTransportationMaintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit. Transportation dam
SharpTester 5310 WarrantyGeneral InformationEXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workm
Warranty54 AXS-200LiabilityLiabilityEXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall be responsible for any failu
WarrantySharpTester 55Service and RepairsService and RepairsEXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years following the date of
Warranty56 AXS-200EXFO Service Centers WorldwideEXFO Service Centers WorldwideIf your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized serv
SharpTester 57A Technical SpecificationsIMPORTANTThe following technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this s
IndexSharpTester 59IndexAAC adapter/charger ... 3, 7AC connector ... 1AC
Index60 AXS-200Ggas gauge accuracy... 17Iidentification label ... 51input current
IndexSharpTester 61Rrechargeable battery. see battery... 3regional settingsdate and time ... 15kep
Certification InformationSharpTester viiCertification InformationF.C.C. InformationElectronic test equipment is exempt from Part 15 compliance (FCC) i
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Certification Informationviii AXS-200Application of Council Directive(s): 73/23/EEC - The Low Voltage Directive89/336/EEC - The EMC DirectiveManufactu
SharpTester 11 Introducing the AXS-200 SharpTesterThe AXS-200 SharpTester is a compact handheld modular platform. The unit can be equipped with interc
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