Exfo FTB-7000 OTDR Series for FTB-500 Bedienungsanleitung

User Guide OTDR Series for FTB-500OTDR

Certification Informationx OTDR Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC - The Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC - The EMC Directive

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode86 OTDRSelecting the Operation ModeSelecting the Operation ModeThere are two operation modes available:³ Manual mode is

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 87Selecting the Operation ModeTo select the operation mode:1. From the main window, press Setup.2. From the Setup

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode88 OTDRSetting Optical Switch ParametersSetting Optical Switch ParametersYou can configure your switch to use any combi

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 89Setting Optical Switch Parameters4. From the Channel Selection section, select the boxes corresponding to the ch

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode90 OTDRRetesting ChannelsRetesting ChannelsAt the end of an acquisition sequence, you can view the test results (see Vi

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 91Retesting Channels2. Press the Retest Channels button.3. Specify which channels must be retested.³ If you want t

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode92 OTDRMonitoring Fiber in Real-Time ModeMonitoring Fiber in Real-Time ModeThe application allows you to immediately vi

OTDR 937Testing Fibers in Template ModeTemplate mode allows you to test fibers and compare them to a reference trace that was previously acquired and

Testing Fibers in Template Mode94 OTDRRestrictions of Template ModeYou can save the trace after analysis. If former results have not been saved yet, t

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 95Restrictions of Template ModeItem To be valid...Pulse width ³ Must be:ORPulse width³ This would also be valid:OR

Certification InformationOTDR xi Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC - The Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC - The EMC Directive

Testing Fibers in Template Mode96 OTDRProcessing TracesProcessing TracesIn Template mode, you can process traces:³ directly from the OTDR application

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 97Acquiring the Reference TraceAcquiring the Reference TraceYou must acquire a reference trace before you activate

Testing Fibers in Template Mode98 OTDRAcquiring the Reference Trace4. If desired, add comments to specific events (for more information, see Entering

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 99Acquiring Traces in Template ModeAcquiring Traces in Template ModeTo select Template mode, you must first open y

Testing Fibers in Template Mode100 OTDRAcquiring Traces in Template Mode2. Ensure that you have acquired your reference trace, entered your comments,

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 101Acquiring Traces in Template Mode3. Select the Template mode. 3a. From the main window, press Setup, then selec

Testing Fibers in Template Mode102 OTDRAcquiring Traces in Template Mode3d. If you want to automatically apply the fiber span defined in the template

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 103Acquiring Traces in Template Mode4. If applicable, the application will display the number of new events detect

Testing Fibers in Template Mode104 OTDRAcquiring Traces in Template Mode5. Question marks will appear in the Event table to identify new events not fo

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 105Acquiring Traces in Template Mode5a. Once the analysis is complete, save the trace by pressing Save in the butt

Certification Informationxii OTDR Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC - The Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC - The EMC Directive

Testing Fibers in Template Mode106 OTDRAcquiring Traces in Template Mode6. Once the reference update is complete (or if you did not select the referen

Testing Fibers in Template ModeOTDR 107Acquiring Traces in Template Mode6c. Once the analysis is complete, save the trace by pressing Save in the butt

OTDR 1098 Customizing the ApplicationYou can customize the appearance and behavior of your OTDR application.Selecting the Default File FormatYou can d

Customizing the Application110 OTDRSelecting the Default File FormatTo select the default file format:1. From the main window, press Setup, then selec

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 111Enabling or Disabling File Name ConfirmationEnabling or Disabling File Name ConfirmationBy default, each time you s

Customizing the Application112 OTDREnabling or Disabling File Name ConfirmationTo enable or disable file name confirmation:1. From the main window win

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 113Enabling or Disabling Confirmation before Discarding Unnamed TraceEnabling or Disabling Confirmation before Discard

Customizing the Application114 OTDRDisplaying or Hiding Pass/Fail MessagesDisplaying or Hiding Pass/Fail MessagesThe application can display messages

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 115Displaying or Hiding Pass/Fail MessagesTo display the messages:1. From the main window, press Setup, then select th

Certification InformationOTDR xiii Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC - The Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC - The EMC Directive

Customizing the Application116 OTDRSelecting the Distance UnitsSelecting the Distance UnitsYou can select the measurement units that will be used thro

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 117Selecting the Distance UnitsTo select the distance units for your display:1. From the main window, press the Setup

Customizing the Application118 OTDRCustomizing the Acquisition Distance Range ValuesCustomizing the Acquisition Distance Range ValuesNote: This functi

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 119Customizing the Acquisition Distance Range ValuesTo customize the distance range values:1. From the main window, se

Customizing the Application120 OTDRCustomizing the Acquisition Time ValuesCustomizing the Acquisition Time ValuesNote: This function is available in A

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 121Customizing the Acquisition Time ValuesTo customize the acquisition time values:1. From the main window, select Set

Customizing the Application122 OTDRDefining the Number of Digits Displayed after the Decimal PointDefining the Number of Digits Displayed after the De

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 123Defining the Number of Digits Displayed after the Decimal PointTo define the number of digits that will be displaye

Customizing the Application124 OTDREnabling or Disabling the Beep Emitted After AcquisitionsEnabling or Disabling the Beep Emitted After AcquisitionsT

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 125Defining OTDR SetupsDefining OTDR SetupsOnce you have established all your configuration parameters, you may choose

Customizing the Application126 OTDRDefining OTDR SetupsTo modify an existing OTDR setup:1. From the main window, press the Setup button.2. From the Se

Customizing the ApplicationOTDR 127Defining OTDR SetupsTo delete an OTDR setup:1. From the main window, press the Setup button.2. From the Setup dialo

Customizing the Application128 OTDRSelecting an OTDR SetupSelecting an OTDR SetupYou can select which OTDR setup you will use for your test session. T

OTDR 1299 Analyzing Traces and EventsOnce the acquired trace is analyzed, it appears in the trace display and the events are displayed in the events t

Analyzing Traces and Events130 OTDRTrace Display and Events Table DescriptionTrace Display and Events Table DescriptionThe application shows the analy

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 131Event PaneOnce the trace is acquired, you can change trace display parameters (such as the grid and zoom window dis

Analyzing Traces and Events132 OTDREvent PaneThe events table lists all the events detected on the fiber. An event can be defined as the point at whic

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 133Event Pane³ Att.: Attenuation (loss/distance) measured for each fiber section.Note: The attenuation value is always

Analyzing Traces and Events134 OTDREvent PaneTo quickly locate an event in the events table:Select the event on the trace.The list scrolls automatical

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 135Measure PaneMeasure PaneThe application shows two, three or four markers: a, A, B, and b, depending on the button y

OTDR 11 Introducing the Optical Time Domain ReflectometerThe Optical Time Domain Reflectometer allows you to characterize a fiber-optic span, usually

Analyzing Traces and Events136 OTDRViewing Test ResultsViewing Test ResultsThe application allows you to view current results directly after an acquis

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 137Using Zoom ControlsUsing Zoom ControlsUse the zoom controls to change the scale of the trace display. With the zoom

Analyzing Traces and Events138 OTDRUsing Zoom Controls³ When you manually zoom in or out on a trace, the application will apply the new zoom factor an

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 139Using Zoom ControlsTo automatically zoom in on the selected event:1. From the main window, select the Graph tab and

Analyzing Traces and Events140 OTDRSetting Trace Display ParametersSetting Trace Display ParametersYou can set display preferences such as:³ the grid:

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 141Setting Trace Display ParametersTo set the trace display parameters:1. From the main window, press the Setup button

Analyzing Traces and Events142 OTDRCustomizing the Event TableCustomizing the Event TableNote: This function is available in Advanced mode only. You c

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 143Customizing the Event Table³ Launch level: In the events table, the Launch Level event is represented by the icon

Analyzing Traces and Events144 OTDRCustomizing the Event TableTo customize the events table appearance:1. From the main window, press the Setup button

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 145Selecting the Pulse Width UnitSelecting the Pulse Width UnitYou can select the unit that is used in the Trace Info

Introducing the Optical Time Domain Reflectometer2 OTDROTDROTDR port(singlemode or multimode)Other modelsHandleVisual fault locator (VFL) port (option

Analyzing Traces and Events146 OTDRSelecting a Trace Display ModeSelecting a Trace Display ModeYou can choose the way the application will display tra

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 147Displaying or Hiding a TraceDisplaying or Hiding a Trace There are two ways of displaying or hiding traces in the O

Analyzing Traces and Events148 OTDRDisplaying or Hiding a TraceTo specify which traces to display or hide:1. From the main window, select the Result t

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 149Clearing Traces from the DisplayClearing Traces from the DisplayNote: This feature is available in all test modes.

Analyzing Traces and Events150 OTDRClearing Traces from the DisplayTo clear traces from the display:1. From the main window, on the button bar, press

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 151Clearing Traces from the DisplayTo set automatic clearing of the trace display:1. From the main window, press the S

Analyzing Traces and Events152 OTDRModifying Space Between Traces on the GraphModifying Space Between Traces on the GraphFor easier viewing of the tra

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 153Viewing and Modifying Current Trace SettingsViewing and Modifying Current Trace SettingsYou can view the trace para

Analyzing Traces and Events154 OTDRViewing and Modifying Current Trace SettingsTo view trace settings:Press the Trace Info button.Note: Even if more t

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 155Viewing and Modifying Current Trace Settings³ Avg. Splice Loss: Average of all non-reflective events between span s

Introducing the Optical Time Domain ReflectometerOTDR 3Main FeaturesMain FeaturesThe OTDR:³ Can be used with the FTB-500 (refer to the FTB-500 user gu

Analyzing Traces and Events156 OTDRViewing and Modifying Current Trace SettingsTo modify the current trace settings:1. From the main window, go to the

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 157Viewing and Modifying Current Trace Settings³ You can change the fiber type of a multimode trace. The application w

Analyzing Traces and Events158 OTDRChanging the Loss and Reflectance of EventsChanging the Loss and Reflectance of EventsNote: This function is availa

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 159Changing the Loss and Reflectance of EventsTo change the loss and reflectance of an event:1. Select the event for w

Analyzing Traces and Events160 OTDRChanging the Loss and Reflectance of Events3. Position marker A as close as possible to the event, and submarker a

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 161Changing the Loss and Reflectance of Events5. If you selected a reflective event, you can modify the echo status us

Analyzing Traces and Events162 OTDRInserting EventsInserting EventsYou can insert events in the event table manually.This could be useful, for example

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 163Inserting Events3. Select the location where you want to insert an event.Four markers are available to measure the

Analyzing Traces and Events164 OTDRDeleting EventsDeleting EventsNote: This function is available in Advanced mode only.Almost any event can be delete

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 165Changing the Attenuation of Fiber SectionsChanging the Attenuation of Fiber SectionsNote: This function is availabl

Introducing the Optical Time Domain Reflectometer4 OTDRTrace Acquisition ModesTrace Acquisition ModesThe OTDR application provides the following trace

Analyzing Traces and Events166 OTDRChanging the Attenuation of Fiber Sections3. Position markers as desired to modify the attenuation value. For more

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 167Setting the Analysis Detection ThresholdsSetting the Analysis Detection ThresholdsNote: This function is available

Analyzing Traces and Events168 OTDRSetting the Analysis Detection ThresholdsThe following examples show how different splice-loss threshold levels can

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 169Setting the Analysis Detection ThresholdsTo set the analysis detection thresholds:1. From the main window, press Se

Analyzing Traces and Events170 OTDRAnalyzing or Reanalyzing a TraceAnalyzing or Reanalyzing a TraceNote: This function is available in Advanced mode o

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 171Analyzing or Reanalyzing a TraceTo analyze or reanalyze a trace:1. From the main window, select the Graph tab, then

Analyzing Traces and Events172 OTDRAnalyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber SpanAnalyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber SpanNote: This function is avai

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 173Analyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber Span³ Use one of the double-arrow buttons to move marker A from event to ev

Analyzing Traces and Events174 OTDREnabling or Disabling the Detection of Reflective Ends of FiberEnabling or Disabling the Detection of Reflective En

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 175Enabling or Disabling the Detection of Reflective Ends of FiberThe table below shows the differences you will notic

Introducing the Optical Time Domain ReflectometerOTDR 5Available OTDR ModelsOTDR Models DescriptionSinglemodeFTB-7200D-B ³ 1310 nm and 1550 nm.³ 35 dB

Analyzing Traces and Events176 OTDREnabling or Disabling the Detection of Reflective Ends of FiberTo enable or disable the detection of reflective end

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 177Enabling or Disabling the Detection of Reflective Ends of Fiber3. If you want to enable the option, under End-of-Fi

Analyzing Traces and Events178 OTDREntering CommentsEntering CommentsNote: This function can be used in Advanced mode only.Once you have acquired or o

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 179Opening Trace FilesOpening Trace FilesYou can open as many trace files as there is available memory, except in Temp

Analyzing Traces and Events180 OTDROpening Trace FilesIf you want to keep the current zoom and markers, you must save your file before opening another

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 181Opening Trace FilesThe application can open trace files saved in different formats, but does not necessarily allow

Analyzing Traces and Events182 OTDROpening Trace FilesTo open a trace file:1. From the button bar, press Open.2. From the list, select the desired fil

Analyzing Traces and EventsOTDR 183Defining a Reference TraceDefining a Reference TraceA reference trace is used to compare fibers within the same cab

Analyzing Traces and Events184 OTDRDefining a Reference TraceTo define a reference trace manually:1. Load the trace you want to use as the reference t

OTDR 18510 Analyzing the Results ManuallyOnce a trace has been acquired or opened, you can use markers and zoom in on or out of any event or trace seg

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Introducing the Optical Time Domain Reflectometer6 OTDRAvailable OTDR ModelsSinglemodeFTB-7400E-XXXXB³ Attenuation dead zone of 4 m for pinpoint event

Analyzing the Results Manually186 OTDRSelecting the Attenuation and Loss Values that Will Be DisplayedTo select the attenuation and loss values that w

Analyzing the Results ManuallyOTDR 187Using MarkersUsing MarkersYou can use markers to view the position and relative power of an event.Markers are av

Analyzing the Results Manually188 OTDRGetting Event Distances and Relative PowersGetting Event Distances and Relative PowersThe OTDR test application

Analyzing the Results ManuallyOTDR 189Getting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Approximation)Getting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Ap

Analyzing the Results Manually190 OTDRGetting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Approximation)³ Four-point event loss: the LSA method is used to

Analyzing the Results ManuallyOTDR 191Getting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Approximation)³ A-B LSA loss: the loss of the event bordered by

Analyzing the Results Manually192 OTDRGetting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Approximation)To get event loss:1. From the main window, go to t

Analyzing the Results ManuallyOTDR 193Getting Event Loss (Four-Point and Least-Square Approximation)5. Position marker B at the beginning of the linea

Analyzing the Results Manually194 OTDRGetting Attenuation (Two-Point and Least-Square Approximation)Getting Attenuation (Two-Point and Least-Square Ap

Analyzing the Results ManuallyOTDR 195Getting Attenuation (Two-Point and Least-Square Approximation)To get attenuation:1. From the main window, go to

Introducing the Optical Time Domain ReflectometerOTDR 7OTDR Basic PrinciplesOTDR Basic PrinciplesAn OTDR sends short pulses of light into a fiber. Lig

Analyzing the Results Manually196 OTDRGetting ReflectanceGetting ReflectanceReflectance is the ratio of reflected light to input light.Note: When perf

Analyzing the Results ManuallyOTDR 197Getting Optical Return Loss (ORL)Getting Optical Return Loss (ORL)Note: You must use a singlemode OTDR for ORL c

OTDR 19911 Managing Trace FilesOnce you have acquired traces, or when you want to work with them after an acquisition, you will need to save, open, re

Managing Trace Files200 OTDRSaving a Trace in a Different FormatFile format File extension DescriptionNative .trc Compatible with ToolBox version 6.21

Managing Trace FilesOTDR 201Saving a Trace in a Different FormatNote: Changing the file extension from Windows Explorer does not change the file forma

Managing Trace Files202 OTDRSaving a Trace in a Different FormatTo save a file in another format:1. From the main window, select the Result tab and, f

Managing Trace FilesOTDR 203Saving a Trace in a Different Format3. From the Save as dialog box, select the desired file format.If necessary, change th

Managing Trace Files204 OTDROTDR Trace File CompatibilityOTDR Trace File CompatibilityThe table presented hereafter shows the compatibility between th

Managing Trace FilesOTDR 205OTDR Trace File CompatibilitySoftware used to open the file...ToolBox 5.5ToolBox 6.5 or earlierToolBox 6.7 to 6.20ToolBox

Introducing the Optical Time Domain Reflectometer8 OTDROTDR Basic PrinciplesAn OTDR uses the effects of Rayleigh scattering and Fresnel reflection to

Managing Trace Files206 OTDRCopying, Moving, Renaming, or Deleting Trace FilesCopying, Moving, Renaming, or Deleting Trace FilesIf you want to copy, m

OTDR 20712 Creating and Printing Trace ReportsFor future reference, you can add notes on the location and identification of the tested fiber, type of

Creating and Printing Trace Reports208 OTDRAdding Information to the Test ResultsNote: You can view traces from non-EXFO test equipment that were save

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 209Adding Information to the Test ResultsTo add information to the test results:1. From the main window, once

Creating and Printing Trace Reports210 OTDRAdding Information to the Test Results3. Select one of the tabs (Fiber, Job, or Comments) and enter informa

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 211Adding Information to the Test ResultsTo clear all the information from tab:Press the Clear Fields button.T

Creating and Printing Trace Reports212 OTDRCustomizing the ReportCustomizing the ReportYou can customize your report before printing it by specifying

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 213Customizing the ReportThe application offers the following types of reports:Report format SampleNormalCompr

Creating and Printing Trace Reports214 OTDRCustomizing the ReportThe following table shows the various items that can appear on a report:Item appearin

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 215Customizing the ReportMarker information: a, A, b, B, and A to B distances, as well as A to B attenuation,

Introducing the Optical Time Domain ReflectometerOTDR 9ConventionsConventionsBefore using the product described in this manual, you should understand

Creating and Printing Trace Reports216 OTDRCustomizing the ReportTo customize your report:1. From the main window, press the Print button.2. From the

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 217Customizing the Report5. If you selected the Multi-Trace format, from the Report Content list, select the s

Creating and Printing Trace Reports218 OTDRCustomizing the Report7. If you selected the Normal format and you want to add or remove breaks, proceed as

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 219Customizing the Report9. If necessary, you can add a footer to your report by selecting the Print Footer bo

Creating and Printing Trace Reports220 OTDRPrinting a ReportNote: In the Bidirectional Analysis tool, this option is only available if you selected th

Creating and Printing Trace ReportsOTDR 221Printing a Report³ Print All Traces: to print all the traces that are loaded in the application. Each open

Creating and Printing Trace Reports222 OTDRPrinting a ReportTo print your report:1. From the main window, press Print.2. If necessary, from the Print

OTDR 22313 Using the OTDR as a Light Source or VFLNote: This function is available in Advanced mode only. ³ If you want to perform measurements with a

Using the OTDR as a Light Source or VFL224 OTDRTo use your OTDR as a source:1. Clean the connectors properly (see Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibe

Using the OTDR as a Light Source or VFLOTDR 2255. Select the desired modulation.With the Modulation dial,³ For loss measurement, with a power meter at

Using the OTDR as a Light Source or VFL226 OTDRTo identify fiber faults visually:1. Clean the connectors properly (see Cleaning and Connecting Optical

OTDR 22714 Analyzing Bidirectional TracesNote: The OTDR Bidirectional Analysis utility is available only from the Applications tab of ToolBoxIf two OT

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces228 OTDRStarting and Exiting the Bidirectional Analysis UtilityStarting and Exiting the Bidirectional Analysis UtilityTo

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 229Starting and Exiting the Bidirectional Analysis UtilityThe main window contains buttons allowing you to access t

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces230 OTDRCreating Bidirectional Trace FilesCreating Bidirectional Trace FilesTo work with the OTDR Bidirectional Analysis

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 231Creating Bidirectional Trace FilesThe A->B and B->A traces must respect the following criteria:When two tr

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces232 OTDRCreating Bidirectional Trace FilesTo create a bidirectional trace file:1. If necessary, clear the window by pres

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 233Creating Bidirectional Trace Files4. Select the files to open.4a. Press the Select button, on the right of the A

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces234 OTDROpening Existing Bidirectional Trace FilesOpening Existing Bidirectional Trace FilesYou can open previously merg

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 235Opening Existing Bidirectional Trace Files4. Press the Select button, on the right of the Bidirectional File Pat

OTDR 112 Safety InformationLaser Safety Information (Models without VFL)Your instrument is a Class 1M laser product in compliance with standards IEC 6

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces236 OTDRViewing Test ResultsViewing Test ResultsThe application allows you to view the results of the A->B and B->

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 237Analyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber SpanAnalyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber SpanIf you want to focus you

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces238 OTDRAnalyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber SpanTo set a fiber span:1. From the main window, press the Span button.2

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 239Analyzing the Fiber on a Specific Fiber Span3. Enter the span event location by moving marker A along the trace

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces240 OTDRAnalyzing Bidirectional TracesAnalyzing Bidirectional TracesYou can use either single-wavelength or multiwavelen

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 241Analyzing Bidirectional TracesThe bidirectional event table lists all the events detected on the fiber.3. When t

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces242 OTDRChanging Event TablesChanging Event TablesYou can change event tables and edit the A->B and B->A traces.If

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 243Viewing and Modifying Current Trace ParametersViewing and Modifying Current Trace ParametersYou can view the cur

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces244 OTDRViewing and Modifying Current Trace ParametersTo view trace parameters:Press the Bidir. Info, A->B Info or B-

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 245Viewing and Modifying Current Trace ParametersParameters specific to the A->B or B->A trace are also displ

Safety Information12 OTDRLaser Safety Information (Models with VFL)Laser Safety Information (Models with VFL)Your instrument is a Class 3R laser produ

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces246 OTDRViewing and Modifying Current Trace ParametersTo modify the current trace settings:1. From the main window, pres

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 247Viewing and Modifying Current Trace Parameters3. Press OK to confirm.You return to the Trace Info pane.Note: Mod

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces248 OTDRSaving TracesSaving TracesAfter recalling, analyzing and displaying the two traces in the bidirectional table, t

Analyzing Bidirectional TracesOTDR 249Saving Traces2. From the Save As dialog box, select a folder or create one to save your file.3. From File To Be

Analyzing Bidirectional Traces250 OTDRDocumenting ResultsDocumenting ResultsAfter acquiring a trace, you might want to include or update information a

OTDR 25115 Preparing for Automation or Remote ControlYour OTDR can be controlled automatically or remotely after configuring the appropriate parameter

Preparing for Automation or Remote Control252 OTDRYou can display a monitor window allowing you to view information related to your OTDR such as the c

Preparing for Automation or Remote ControlOTDR 253To display the monitor window:1. From ToolBox, go to the Modules tab.2. Press Monitor 7000.You can h

Preparing for Automation or Remote Control254 OTDR³ Acquisition Configuration: Current parameters used for acquisition.³ Analysis Settings: Current

Preparing for Automation or Remote ControlOTDR 255³ Loaded File: File name and path of the currently loaded file.³ File Management: Saving behavior

OTDR 133 Getting Started with Your OTDRInserting and Removing Test ModulesTo insert a module into the FTB-500:1. Exit ToolBox and turn off your unit.2

Preparing for Automation or Remote Control256 OTDR³ Auto Setting Results: Acquisition values suggested by the application to get the best possible re

Preparing for Automation or Remote ControlOTDR 257³ Active Trace Information: Information available for the selected (active) trace. When you are wor

OTDR 25916 MaintenanceTo help ensure long, trouble-free operation:³ Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them and clean them if necessar

Maintenance260 OTDRCleaning EUI ConnectorsCleaning EUI ConnectorsRegular cleaning of EUI connectors will help maintain optimum performance. There is n

MaintenanceOTDR 261Cleaning EUI Connectors5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 with a dry cleaning tip.Note: Make sure you don’t touch the soft end of the cleaning

Maintenance262 OTDRVerif yi ng Your OTDRVerifying Your OTDRYou can perform several tests to ensure your OTDR operates within specifications.Deviation

MaintenanceOTDR 263Verif yi ng Your OTDRTo evaluate the launch level:1. Connect at least 2 km of fiber to the OTDR port. ³ Ensure that the OTDR port

Maintenance264 OTDRVerif yi ng Your OTDRTo verify the OTDR’s zero:1. Connect a patchcord, approximately 10 m long, to the OTDR port. The exact length

MaintenanceOTDR 265Verif yi ng Your OTDRTo measure the event and attenuation dead zones:1. Connect 2 km of fiber directly to the OTDR port. Use the s

Getting Started with Your OTDR14 OTDRInserting and Removing Test Modules³ (4-slot model) identification sticker must be on left side and retaining scr

Maintenance266 OTDRVerif yi ng Your OTDRTo measure the dynamic range:1. Connect the OTDR as indicated below. Other configurations are possible, such

MaintenanceOTDR 267Verif yi ng Your OTDR2. Set the distance range to 160 km (singlemode fiber), the pulse width to the longest value available and th

Maintenance268 OTDRVerif yi ng Your OTDRTo determine the measurement range (singlemode models only):1. Connect the OTDR as indicated below. Other con

MaintenanceOTDR 269Verif yi ng Your OTDR2. Set the distance range to 80 km (singlemode fiber), the pulse width to the longest value available and the

Maintenance270 OTDRRecalibrating the UnitRecalibrating the UnitManufacturing and service center calibrations are based on the ISO/IEC 17025 Standard,

MaintenanceOTDR 271Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)³ Unless otherwise no

OTDR 27317 TroubleshootingSolving Common ProblemsProblem Cause SolutionNew module is not working.The software version installed on your FTB-500 is to

Troubleshooting274 OTDRSolving Common ProblemsThe application displays a message indicating that a “live fiber error” occurred and the fiber was not c

TroubleshootingOTDR 275Solving Common ProblemsThe application displays a message indicating that a “live fiber error” occurred and the fiber was conne

Getting Started with Your OTDROTDR 15Inserting and Removing Test ModulesNote: If you are using larger or heavier modules, place them near the bottom o

Troubleshooting276 OTDRError MessagesError MessagesError Message Possible Cause SolutionToolBox Fatal Error: OTDR Card Module Memory ErrorThe module c

TroubleshootingOTDR 277Error MessagesToolBox Fatal Error: OTDR Card Module Unknown Model ErrorThis error arises if the software version is incompatibl

Troubleshooting278 OTDRError MessagesCommunication test with the module has failed.The module is not able to perform the commands properly.Contact EXF

TroubleshootingOTDR 279Viewing Online DocumentationViewing Online DocumentationAn online version of the Optical Time Domain Reflectometer user guide i

Troubleshooting280 OTDRContacting the Technical Support GroupContacting the Technical Support GroupTo obtain after-sales service or technical support

TroubleshootingOTDR 281TransportationYou may also be requested to provide software and module version numbers.This information, as well as technical s

OTDR 28318 WarrantyGeneral InformationEXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year fr

Warranty284 OTDRLiabilityLiabilityEXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall be responsible for any failure

WarrantyOTDR 285Service and RepairsService and RepairsEXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years following the date of purcha

ContentsOTDR iiiContentsCertification Information ...

Getting Started with Your OTDR16 OTDRInserting and Removing Test Modules7. While applying slight pressure to the module, turn the retaining screw cloc

Warranty286 OTDREXFO Service Centers WorldwideEXFO Service Centers WorldwideIf your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized servic

OTDR 287A Technical SpecificationsIMPORTANTThe following technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this sectio

Technical Specifications288 OTDRTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSModelFTB-7300E aFTB-730 bWavelength (nm) c1310 ± 20/1490 ± 10/1550 ± 20/1625 ± 10/1650 ± 7 131

Technical SpecificationsOTDR 289All specifications valid at 23 °C ± 2 °C with an FC/PC connector, unless otherwise specified. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specifications290 OTDRAll specifications valid at 23 °C ± 2 °C with an FC/PC connector, unless otherwise specified. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical SpecificationsOTDR 291All specifications valid at 23 °C ± 2 °C with an FC/PC connector, unless otherwise specified. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

OTDR 293B Description of Event TypesThis section describes all types of events that may appear in the events table generated by the application. Here

Description of Event Types294 OTDRSpan StartSpan Start The Span Start of a trace is the event that marks the beginning of the fiber span. By default,

Description of Event TypesOTDR 295Continuous FiberContinuous Fiber This event indicates that the selected acquisition range was shorter than the fiber

Getting Started with Your OTDROTDR 17Inserting and Removing Test Modules8. If you are using a larger or heavier module, use a front module lock to hol

Description of Event Types296 OTDREnd of AnalysisEnd of Analysis This event indicates that the pulse width used did not provide enough dynamic range t

Description of Event TypesOTDR 297Non-Reflective EventNon-Reflective Event This event is characterized by a sudden decrease in the Rayleigh backscatte

Description of Event Types298 OTDRReflective EventReflective EventReflective events appear as spikes in the fiber trace. They are caused by an abrupt

Description of Event TypesOTDR 299Positive EventPositive Event This event indicates a splice with an apparent gain, due to the junction of two fiber s

Description of Event Types300 OTDRLaunch LevelLaunch LevelThis event indicates the level of the signal launched into the fiber.³ The figure above show

Description of Event TypesOTDR 301Fiber SectionFiber SectionThis symbol denotes a fiber section with no event.³ The sum of all fiber sections containe

Description of Event Types302 OTDRMerged EventMerged EventThis symbol denotes an event combined with one or more other events. It also indicates the t

Description of Event TypesOTDR 303Merged Event³ The total loss (Δ dB) produced by the events is measured by plotting two straight lines.³ The first li

Description of Event Types304 OTDRPass/Fail TestsPass/Fail TestsAs an example about pass/fail tests, let us consider the situation below:For a merged

Description of Event TypesOTDR 305Pass/Fail TestsAll Event Types Are TestedIn the first case, where all event types are tested, the pass/fail conditio

Getting Started with Your OTDR18 OTDRInserting and Removing Test ModulesTo remove a module from the FTB-500:1. Exit ToolBox and turn off your unit.2.

Description of Event Types306 OTDRPass/Fail TestsNot All Event Types Are TestedIn this situation, the only thing that we can clearly know is when the

Description of Event TypesOTDR 307Pass/Fail TestsEffect of Event Status in the Global Trace Status³ A trace status is, by default, set to Unknown.³ If

Description of Event Types308 OTDREchoEchoThis symbol indicates that a reflective event has been detected after the end of the fiber.³ In the example

Description of Event TypesOTDR 309Reflective Event (Possible Echo)Reflective Event (Possible Echo)This symbol indicates a reflective event that can be

OTDR 311C SCPI Command ReferenceThis appendix presents detailed information on the commands and queries supplied with your Optical Time Domain Reflect

SCPI Command Reference312 OTDRQuick Reference Command TreeQuick Reference Command TreeCommand Parameter(s) P.ABORt[1..n] 318CALCulate[1..n]ANAlysis [U

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 313Quick Reference Command TreeSLOSs? TRC1|TRC2|TRC3|TRC4,<SubMarkerA>,<MarkerA>,<MarkerB>,<SubMarkerB

SCPI Command Reference314 OTDRQuick Reference Command TreeLOW? <Wavelength> 379LIST? <Wavelength> 380WAVelength? 381WAVelength LIST? 382AN

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 315Quick Reference Command TreeRANGe? 399CFConnector? 400DURation? TRC1|TRC2|TRC3|TRC4 401HRESolution? TRC1|TRC2|TRC3|TRC4

Getting Started with Your OTDROTDR 19Inserting and Removing Test Modules5. Hold the module by its sides or by the handle (NOT by the connector) and pu

SCPI Command Reference316 OTDRQuick Reference Command TreeSTATe? 424PRF <PulsedRepetitionFrequency>|MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault425PRF? [MINimum|MAXi

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 317Quick Reference Command TreeCATalog? 453POINts? TRC1|TRC2|TRC3|TRC4 454Command Parameter(s) P.

SCPI Command Reference318 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionProduct-Specific Commands—Description:ABORt[1..n]Description This command is used t

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 319Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:ANAlysis[:UNIDirectional]Description This command performs a unidi

SCPI Command Reference320 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:ATTenuation?Description This query returns the value of the attenu

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 321Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Attenuation: The response data syntax for <Attenuation> is define

SCPI Command Reference322 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:CLValue?Description This query returns the curve level value at a

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 323Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Current Level Value: The response data syntax for <Current Level Val

SCPI Command Reference324 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:EVENt?Description This query returns an event from the event table

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 325Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Event: The response data syntax for <Event> is defined as a <D

20 OTDRStarting the OTDR ApplicationStarting the OTDR ApplicationYour Optical Time Domain Reflectometer module can be configured and controlled from i

SCPI Command Reference326 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionThe End of analysis event does not necessarily correspond to the last event of a fi

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 327Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:EVENt:COUNt?Description This query returns the number of events af

SCPI Command Reference328 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse Syntax <EventCount>Response(s) EventCount: The response data syntax

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 329Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:HFACtorDescription This command sets the helix factor that will be

SCPI Command Reference330 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 331Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:HFACtor?Description This query returns the helix factor used for t

SCPI Command Reference332 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) HelixFactor: The response data syntax for <HelixFactor> is define

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 333Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:INJection[:LEVel]?Description This query returns the injection lev

SCPI Command Reference334 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:IORefractionDescription This command sets the index of refraction

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 335Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

OTDR 21Starting the OTDR ApplicationThe main window (shown below) contains all the commands required to control the OTDR:The main window will differ f

SCPI Command Reference336 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:IORefraction?Description This query returns the index of refractio

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 337Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) IOR: The response data syntax for <IOR> is defined as a <NR3 N

SCPI Command Reference338 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:LOSS?Description This query returns the loss between two markers m

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 339Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Loss: The response data syntax for <Loss> is defined as a <NR3

SCPI Command Reference340 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:ORL?Description This query returns the value of the Optical Return

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 341Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) ORL: The response data syntax for <ORL> is defined as a <NR3 N

SCPI Command Reference342 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:REFLectance?Description This query returns the reflectance value m

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 343Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

SCPI Command Reference344 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Reflectance: The response data syntax for <Reflectance> is define

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 345Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:RBScatterDescription This command sets the Rayleigh backscatter th

22 OTDRStarting the OTDR ApplicationSplit BarA split bar divides the data display and Control Center. You can drag it up or down to obtain a larger vi

SCPI Command Reference346 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 347Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:RBScatter?Description This query returns the Rayleigh backscatter

SCPI Command Reference348 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionExample(s) CONF:ANA:RBS –80CONF:ACQ:MODE ACQUISITIONINITINIT:STAT? Returns 0 when a

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 349Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:SLOSs?Description This query returns the value of the measured los

SCPI Command Reference350 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ MarkerB: The program data syntax for <MarkerB> is defined as a

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 351Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionCALC:SLOS? TRC1,10 M,100 M,200 M,300 M Ex.: Returns 0.058CALC:SLOS? TRC1,0.01 KM, 0

SCPI Command Reference352 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:THReshold:EOFiberDescription This command sets the end-of-fiber th

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 353Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

SCPI Command Reference354 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:THReshold:EOFiber?Description This query returns the end-of-fiber

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 355Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:THReshold:REFLectanceDescription This command sets the reflectance

OTDR 23TimerTimerOnce the acquisition has begun, a timer is displayed on the status bar, indicating the remaining time until the next acquisition.³ If

SCPI Command Reference356 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 357Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:THReshold:REFLectance?Description This query returns the reflectan

SCPI Command Reference358 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Reflectance: The response data syntax for <Reflectance> is define

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 359Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:THReshold:SLOSsDescription This command sets the splice loss thres

SCPI Command Reference360 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionParameter(s) ³ Label: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 361Product-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:THReshold:SLOSs?Description This query returns the splice loss thr

SCPI Command Reference362 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CALCulate[1..n]:TORL?Description This query returns the sum of all optical return

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 363Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) TotalOrl: The response data syntax for <TotalOrl> is defined as a

SCPI Command Reference364 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisitionDescription This command specifies the wavelength, rang

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 365Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionExample(s) CONF:ACQ:WAV:LIST? Returns the available wavelength listCONF:ACQ:RANG:LI

SCPI Command Reference366 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:DURationDescription This command specifies the duratio

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 367Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:DURation?Description This query returns the current du

SCPI Command Reference368 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Duration: The response data syntax for <Duration> is defined as a

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 369Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:HRESolutionDescription This command enables the high-r

SCPI Command Reference370 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:HRESolution?Description This query returns a value ind

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 371Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:MODEDescription This command specifies the mode that w

SCPI Command Reference372 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionSets the acquisition mode.Example(s) CONF:ACQ:MODE? Ex.: Returns ASETTINGCONF:ACQ:M

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 373Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:MODE?Description This query returns the current acquis

SCPI Command Reference374 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:PULSe?Description This query returns the current pulse

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 375Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:PULSe:LIST?Description This query returns the list of

OTDR 254 Setting Up Your OTDRInstalling the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI)The EUI fixed baseplate is available for connectors with angled (APC) or non

SCPI Command Reference376 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) PulseList: The response data syntax for <PulseList> is defined as

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 377Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:RANGe?Description This query returns the current range

SCPI Command Reference378 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:RANGe:LIMit:HIGH?Description This query returns the hi

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 379Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:RANGe:LIMit:LOW?Description This query returns the low

SCPI Command Reference380 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:RANGe:LIST?Description This query returns the list of

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 381Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:WAVelength?Description This query returns the current

SCPI Command Reference382 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ACQuisition:WAVelength:LIST?Description This query returns the lis

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 383Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:HFACtorDescription This command sets the helix factor tha

SCPI Command Reference384 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:HFACtor?Description This query returns the helix factor t

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 385Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:IORefractionDescription This command sets the index of re

Contentsiv OTDR6 Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode ...63Setting the Autorange Acquisition Ti

Setting Up Your OTDR26 OTDRCleaning and Connecting Optical FibersCleaning and Connecting Optical FibersTo connect the fiber-optic cable to the port:1.

SCPI Command Reference386 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:IORefraction?Description This query returns the index of

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 387Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:RBScatterDescription This command sets the Rayleigh backs

SCPI Command Reference388 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:RBScatter?Description This query returns the Rayleigh bac

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 389Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:THReshold:EOFiberDescription This command sets the end-of

SCPI Command Reference390 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:THReshold:EOFiber?Description This query returns the end-

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 391Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:THReshold:REFLectanceDescription This command sets the re

SCPI Command Reference392 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:THReshold:REFLectance?Description This query returns the

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 393Product-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:THReshold:SLOSsDescription This command sets the splice l

SCPI Command Reference394 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:CONFigure[1..n]:ANAlysis:THReshold:SLOSs?Description This query returns the splice

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 395Product-Specific Commands—Description:ERRor[1..n]?Description This command queries the last error or event.*RST does not

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 27Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers3. Carefully align the connector and port to prevent the fiber end from touching the

SCPI Command Reference396 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionD = HelpFile <STRING RESPONSE DATA>E = HelpContext <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE D

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 397Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:ASETting:DURation?Description This query returns the duration found af

SCPI Command Reference398 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:ASETting:PULSe?Description This query returns the pulse found after an

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 399Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:ASETting:RANGe?Description This query returns the range found after an

SCPI Command Reference400 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:CFConnector?Description This query returns a state indicating whether

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 401Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:DURation?Description This query returns the duration for the trace cor

SCPI Command Reference402 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:HRESolution?Description This query returns a value indicating if the h

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 403Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:LFIBer?Description This query returns a state indicating whether live

SCPI Command Reference404 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:PULSe?Description This query returns the pulse for the specified trace

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 405Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:RANGe?Description This query returns the range for the trace correspon

Setting Up Your OTDR28 OTDRDefining CablesDefining CablesYou can specify the way cables and fibers will be identified and add comments about the tests

SCPI Command Reference406 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:STEP?Description This query returns the step between each point of the

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 407Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:TRACe[1..n][:DATA]?Description This query returns all the points of a

SCPI Command Reference408 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:TRACe[1..n]:POINts?Description This query returns the number of points

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 409Product-Specific Commands—Description:FETCh[1..n]:WAVelength?Description This query returns the wavelength for the trace

SCPI Command Reference410 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:INITiate[1..n][:IMMediate]Description This command starts the acquisition accordin

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 411Product-Specific Commands—Description:INITiate[1..n]:STATe?Description This query returns a state indicating whether an

SCPI Command Reference412 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:MMEMory[1..n]:DATA:TYPE?Description This query returns the current file format.*RS

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 413Product-Specific Commands—Description:MMEMory[1..n]:LOAD:NAME?Description This query returns the name of the current loa

SCPI Command Reference414 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:MMEMory[1..n]:LOAD:TRACeDescription This command is used to load traces from a fil

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 415Product-Specific Commands—Description:MMEMory[1..n]:STORe:TRACeDescription This command is used to store traces to a fil

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 29Defining CablesDefining a Cable Name or IdentifierYou can define a cable name or identifier for your cable. You can also mo

SCPI Command Reference416 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:MMEMory[1..n]:STORe:TRACe:OVERwriteDescription This command specifies if an existi

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 417Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionEnables or disables the right to overwrite an existing file.Example(s) CONF:ACQ:MOD

SCPI Command Reference418 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:MMEMory[1..n]:STORe:TRACe:OVERwrite?Description This query indicates if an existin

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 419Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:BURStDescription This command sets the frequency of the sou

SCPI Command Reference420 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionMINimum allows to set the instrument to the smallest supported value.MAXimum allows

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 421Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:BURSt?Description This query returns the frequency of the

SCPI Command Reference422 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) BurstFrequency: The response data syntax for <BurstFrequency> is

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 423Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:BURSt:STATeDescription This command turns on or off the bur

SCPI Command Reference424 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:BURSt:STATe?Description This query returns a value indicati

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 425Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:PRFDescription This command sets the repetition frequency o

Setting Up Your OTDR30 OTDRDefining CablesDefining the Cable LocationYou can specify where ends A and B of your cable are located. You can also swap A

SCPI Command Reference426 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionExample(s) SOUR:FREQ:PRF 1000SOUR:FREQ:PRF:STAT ONSOUR:POW:STAT:TIME 60SOUR:POW:STA

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 427Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:PRF?Description This query returns the repetition frequency

SCPI Command Reference428 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) PulsedRepetitionFrequency: The response data syntax for <PulsedRepet

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 429Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:PRF:STATeDescription This command is used to turn on or off

SCPI Command Reference430 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:FREQuency:PRF:STATe?Description This query returns a value indicating

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 431Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATeDescription This command turns the source on or off.*RST s

SCPI Command Reference432 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATe?Description This query returns a value indicating the sta

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 433Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATe:TIMEDescription This command sets the duration after whic

SCPI Command Reference434 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATe:TIME?Description This query returns a value indicating th

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 435Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:AM:INTernal:FREQuencyDescription This command selects the i

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 31Defining Cables3. Enter the desired location:3a. From the appropriate Locations box (A or B), type the location directly.OR

SCPI Command Reference436 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionMINimum allows to set the instrument to the smallest supported value.MAXimum allows

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 437Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:AM:INTernal:FREQuency?Description This query returns a valu

SCPI Command Reference438 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Frequency: The response data syntax for <Frequency> is defined as

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 439Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:AM:STATeDescription This command turns ON or OFF the amplit

SCPI Command Reference440 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:AM:STATe?Description This query returns a value indicating

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 441Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:POWer:STATeDescription This command turns the visual fault

SCPI Command Reference442 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:POWer:STATe?Description This query returns a value indicati

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 443Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:POWer:STATe:TIMEDescription This command sets the duration

SCPI Command Reference444 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionMINimum allows to set the instrument to the smallest supported value.MAXimum allows

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 445Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:VFLocator:POWer:STATe:TIME?Description This query returns a value ind

Setting Up Your OTDR32 OTDRDefining CablesDefining Subset (or Fiber) NamesYou can define the way subsets, such as buffer tubes or fiber ribbons, will

SCPI Command Reference446 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Duration: The response data syntax for <Duration> is defined as a

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 447Product-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:WAVelengthDescription This command selects the wavelength of the sour

SCPI Command Reference448 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength?Description This query returns the output wavelength of th

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 449Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Wavelength: The response data syntax for <Wavelength> is defined

SCPI Command Reference450 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:LIST?Description This query returns the list of all availa

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 451Product-Specific Commands—Description:TRACe[1..n][:DATA]?Description This query returns all points of the trace correspo

SCPI Command Reference452 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) Data: The response data syntax for <Data> is defined as a <DEF

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 453Product-Specific Commands—Description:TRACe[1..n]:CATalog?Description This query returns all the available labels associ

SCPI Command Reference454 OTDRProduct-Specific Commands—Description:TRACe[1..n]:POINts?Description This query returns the number of points of the trac

SCPI Command ReferenceOTDR 455Product-Specific Commands—DescriptionResponse(s) PointsCount: The response data syntax for <PointsCount> is define

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 33Defining CablesBefore incrementing the subset's variable part, the application must process all fibers in the subset.E

IndexOTDR 457Index***** indication ... 196AAbout button ... 281accuracy,

Index458 OTDRpercentage of events aligned... 238printing traces ... 250purpose ...

IndexOTDR 459distancebetween events ... 188equation ... 7range ...

Index460 OTDRsections display... 142type in Trace Info. tab... 154type information...

IndexOTDR 461modification ... 158non-reflective events average ... 155, 244span threshold...

Index462 OTDRPparametersAdvanced mode... 68cable... 28helix facto

IndexOTDR 463format, native... 199format, Telcordia (Bellcore)... 199trace autonaming ...

Index464 OTDRtemplate trace appearance ... 102testing ... 93working with traces...

IndexOTDR 465length... 154, 244reflectance threshold ... 155, 245splice loss threshold...

Setting Up Your OTDR34 OTDRDefining CablesTo define the subset or fiber name:1. From the main window, press Setup.2. From the Setup dialog box, select

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Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 35Defining Cables4. Set the various parameters according to your needs.Ensure that the value composing the variable part corr

ContentsOTDR v9 Analyzing Traces and Events ... 129Trace Display and Events Table Des

Setting Up Your OTDR36 OTDRDefining CablesIdentifying Fibers with ColorsIn addition to defining a custom name for your fibers, you can also add a colo

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 37Defining Cables3. Press the button next to the Color ID box.4. From the Color Code In Use list, select a color code.ORSel

Setting Up Your OTDR38 OTDRDefining CablesTo create a custom color code:1. From the main window, press Setup.2. From the Setup dialog box, select the

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 39Defining CablesTo delete a color code:1. From the Color Setup dialog box, in the Color Code in Use list, select the color c

Setting Up Your OTDR40 OTDRDefining Cables4. If necessary, from the list of drives and folders, select a storage location.5. In the Filename box, ente

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 41Defining CablesTo import color codes:1. From the unit/computer on which you want to import color codes, open the Color Setu

Setting Up Your OTDR42 OTDRDefining Cables4. From the Import Color Code dialog box, in the Code(s) to Import list, select the boxes corresponding to t

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 43Defining CablesTo add a color to a code:1. From the Color Setup dialog box, in the Color Code in Use list, select the color

Setting Up Your OTDR44 OTDRDefining CablesTo modify a color name:1. From the Color Setup dialog box, in the Color Code In Use list, select the color c

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 45Defining CablesEntering Cable Manufacturer InformationYou can enter information such as the manufacturer of the cable that

Contentsvi OTDR12 Creating and Printing Trace Reports ...207Adding Information to the Test Result

Setting Up Your OTDR46 OTDRDefining CablesEntering Fiber Type InformationYou can enter information such as the type of fiber being tested.To enter fib

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 47Defining CablesEntering Job Information and CommentsYou can enter job information such as the name of the job and other use

Setting Up Your OTDR48 OTDRDefining Cables4. From the Job and Comments dialog box, enter information in the appropriate boxes.You can use to add tho

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 49Defining CablesReverting to Default Cable ParametersYou can clear the information appearing in the Cable tab and revert to

Setting Up Your OTDR50 OTDRNaming Trace Files AutomaticallyNaming Trace Files AutomaticallyNote: The autonaming feature is not available in “offline”

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 51Naming Trace Files AutomaticallyTo view the current file name structure:From the main window, press Setup.The current file

Setting Up Your OTDR52 OTDRNaming Trace Files Automatically4. Select the Use File Autonaming box to be able to set the file autonaming parameters.³ Fi

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 53Naming Trace Files Automatically³ You can include information about the test direction by selecting the desired option.³ Yo

Setting Up Your OTDR54 OTDREnabling or Disabling the First Connector CheckEnabling or Disabling the First Connector CheckThe first connector check fea

Setting Up Your OTDROTDR 55Launch Conditions for Multimode MeasurementsLaunch Conditions for Multimode MeasurementsIn a multimode fiber network, the a

ContentsOTDR viiA Technical Specifications ... 287B Description of Event Type

Setting Up Your OTDR56 OTDRLaunch Conditions for Multimode MeasurementsThe table below gives information about tests with the 50 μm and 62.5 μm fibers

OTDR 575 Testing Fibers in Auto ModeAuto mode automatically evaluates fiber length, sets acquisition parameters, acquires traces, and displays event t

Testing Fibers in Auto Mode58 OTDROnce the acquisition is complete or interrupted, the analysis starts for acquisitions of 5 seconds or more.After ana

Testing Fibers in Auto ModeOTDR 59To acquire traces in Auto mode:1. Clean the connectors properly (see Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers on page

Testing Fibers in Auto Mode60 OTDR4. Select the Auto mode. 4a. From the main window, press Setup then select the Mode tab.4b. Under Mode, select Auto.

Testing Fibers in Auto ModeOTDR 617. Select the boxes corresponding to the desired test wavelengths. You must select at least one wavelength.8. If you

OTDR 636 Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeAdvanced mode offers all the tools you need to perform complete OTDR tests and measurements manually and gives

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode64 OTDRAlthough the application sets the acquisition parameters, you can modify these values as needed, even while the

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 65You can save the trace after analysis. If former results have not been saved yet, the application prompts you to

Certification Informationviii OTDRCertification InformationFCC InformationElectronic test equipment is exempt from Part 15 compliance (FCC) in the Uni

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode66 OTDR3. Select Advanced mode.3a. From the main window, press Setup then select the Mode tab.3b. Under Mode, select Ad

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 678. If your OTDR supports singlemode, singlemode live, or multimode wavelengths, under Wavelengths, from the list

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode68 OTDRSetting the Autorange Acquisition TimeSetting the Autorange Acquisition TimeWhen performing automatic acquisitio

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 69Setting the IOR, RBS Coefficient, and Helix FactorSetting the IOR, RBS Coefficient, and Helix FactorYou should s

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode70 OTDRSetting the IOR, RBS Coefficient, and Helix FactorBy setting the helix factor, the length of the OTDR distance a

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 71Setting Distance Range, Pulse Width, and Acquisition TimeSetting Distance Range, Pulse Width, and Acquisition Ti

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode72 OTDRSetting Distance Range, Pulse Width, and Acquisition Time³ Time: corresponds to the acquisition duration (period

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 73Setting Distance Range, Pulse Width, and Acquisition TimeTo set the parameters:From the OTDR pane:³ Press the di

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode74 OTDREnabling the High-Resolution FeatureEnabling the High-Resolution FeatureIf your OTDR model is FTB-7000D or later

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 75Enabling the High-Resolution FeatureTo enable the high-resolution feature:From the main window, select the OTDR

Certification InformationOTDR ix Application of Council Directive(s): 2006/95/EC - The Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC - The EMC Directive

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode76 OTDREnabling or Disabling Analysis After AcquisitionEnabling or Disabling Analysis After AcquisitionThe OTDR trace a

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 77Enabling or Disabling Analysis After AcquisitionTo enable or disable the analysis after trace acquisition:1. Fro

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode78 OTDRSetting Pass/Fail ThresholdsSetting Pass/Fail ThresholdsYou can activate and set Pass/Fail threshold parameters

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 79Setting Pass/Fail ThresholdsThe following table provides the default, minimum and maximum thresholds. Once the t

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode80 OTDRSetting Pass/Fail ThresholdsTo set pass/fail thresholds:1. From the main window, select Setup, then select the T

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 81Setting Pass/Fail Thresholds4. Select the wavelength to which you want to apply the thresholds:³ To apply the sa

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode82 OTDRSetting Pass/Fail ThresholdsTo view event status:1. From the main window, go to the Result tab. The events’ stat

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 83Setting a Default Span Start and Span EndSetting a Default Span Start and Span EndBy default, the span start and

Testing Fibers in Advanced Mode84 OTDRSetting a Default Span Start and Span EndTo change the default span start and span end for traces:1. From the ma

Testing Fibers in Advanced ModeOTDR 85Saving the Span-Start and Span-End InformationSaving the Span-Start and Span-End InformationSaving the modified