MultiFiber Pro ™
Optical Power Meter and Fiber Test Kits
Getting Started Guide
PN 4094934
May 2012, Rev. 1 3/2014
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Contents
Accessing the Users Manual.......................................................... 1
Safety................................................................................................ 1
Contacting Fluke Networks........................................................... 2
Meter and Source Features........................................................... 2
Battery Installation, Life, and Status............................................ 3
Meter Display Features .................................................................. 4
Source Display Features ................................................................. 7
User Preferences ............................................................................. 8
Polarity Detection........................................................................... 9
Auto Wavelength Function........................................................... 9
How to Clean MTP/MPO Connectors........................................... 9
How to Measure Optical Power ................................................... 10
How to Measure Loss..................................................................... 11
Set the Reference....................................................................... 11
Set the Limit ............................................................................... 13
Measure Loss .............................................................................. 14
Memory Functions.......................................................................... 16
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Accessing the Users Manual
This guide provides basic information to help you get started
using the MultiFiber™ Pro meter and source. For additional
information, see the MultiFiber Pro Users Manual on the
Product CD.
Safety
Warning
To prevent possible eye damage caused by hazardous
radiation, do not look directly into optical connectors
(see page 2). Some sources produce invisible radiation
that can permanently damage your eyes.
Caution
To prevent damage to fiber connectors, to prevent
data loss, and to ensure maximum accuracy of test
results, use proper cleaning procedures to clean all
fiber connectors before every use. Cover all connectors
with protective caps when not in use.
Read the additional safety information in the
MultiFiber Pro Users Manual before you use the meter
or source.
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Contacting Fluke Networks
www.flukenetworks.com
[email protected] 1-800-283-5853, +1-425-446-5500
Fluke Networks
PO Box 777
Everett, WA 98206-0777
USA
Fluke Networks operates in more than 50 countries worldwide.
For more contact information, go to our website.
Meter and Source Features
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GUE05.EPS
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Battery Installation, Life, and Status
Battery Installation, Life, and Status
AA
IEC LR6
NEDA 15A
Note: Fluke Networks recommends alkaline batteries.
GUE02.EPS
The batteries operate for 30 hours minimum in the meter and
source.
: On/off key.
: Softkeys. The function for each key shows
above the key.
: Meter: Press to select power measurement or loss
measurement mode. For access to a menu of test settings
and the VIEW RECORD mode, hold down for 2.5
seconds.
Source: To see modes for the source, hold down for 2.5
seconds.
MTP/MPO connector with self-closing, protective cover.
Caution
For correct measurements, connect only APC
connectors to the singlemode sources. Connect only
non-APC connectors to the multimode source. You can
connect APC or non-APC connectors to the meter.
USB port for uploading test records to a PC. You can also
use the port to install software updates.
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Meter Display Features
GUE03.EPS
Modes for the meter and settings for tests. To select the
POWER, SET REF, or LOSS measurement modes, press .
To change settings for measurements or to view records,
hold down for 2.5 seconds, then use and to
make selections.
POWER: Use this mode to measure optical power. See
"How to Measure Optical Power" on page 10.
SET REF: Use this mode to set the reference for loss
measurements. See "Set the Reference" on page 11.
LOSS: Use this mode to measure loss. See "Measure Loss"
on page 14.
LOSS LIMIT: Use this mode to set the limit for loss
measurements. See "Set the Limit" on page 13.
VIEW RECORD: Use this mode to see and delete saved
results. See "Memory Functions" on page 16.
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Meter Display Features
: There is a problem with a measurement, or you tried
to save a measurement, but the memory is full.
OK: All measurements are satisfactory, or the meter saved
the results.
POLARITY: The polarity of the connections between the
meter and source:
A, B, C: The connections use a standard method, A, B, or
C. See the Users Manual.
POLARITY ?: The connections do not use a standard
method, one or more fibers are not connected, or SCAN
ALL is off on the source.
UNIV: Shows when modules have the Corning Plug &
Play™ Universal Systems method of polarity
management.
2 kHz: The meter detects a 2 kHz modulated optical signal.
This function helps you identify fibers at patch panels.
SAVE: When SAVE shows, you can press to save the
power or loss measurement or the reference value.
: The arrow icons show when you can use or
to scroll through selections or change settings.
CHANNEL: When you measure power or loss, press to
scroll through the measurements for the channels.
: When the source is not in auto wavelength mode, press
to change the wavelength.
DELETE: In VIEW RECORD mode, use DELETE to delete
the selected record or all records. See "Memory Functions"
on page 16.
Numeric display with units for loss (dB) and power
measurements (mW, µW, dBm).
REF (reference): Shows when you save the reference level.
See "Set the Reference" on page 11.
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: Channel indicator. When the source’s SCAN ALL
function is on, the channel indicator is on the channel that
you select. When the source’s SCAN ALL function is off, the
indicator stays on the channel you select on the source.
The numbers for the channels flash in sequence when the
meter measures power or loss.
The bargraphs show relative value of the loss or power
measurement for each channel. For power measurements,
see 10. For loss measurements, see page 15.
Numeric display for the wavelength.
: When the batteries are low, the low battery icon
flashes.
AUTO shows when the source transmits a wavelength
identifier, and the meter changes its wavelength setting to
agree with the source. When only shows, you must press
on the meter to select the correct wavelength. See
page "Polarity Detection" on page 9.
: This icon shows when the meter is connected to a PC
through the USB port.
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Source Display Features
Source Display Features
GUE04.EPS
Modes for the source (to see the menu, hold down for
2.5 seconds):
SCAN ALL ON: The source changes the channel
automatically.
SCAN ALL OFF: You press or to change the
channel.
AUTO ON: The source transmits a wavelength
identifier that a MultiFiber Pro meter can read.
AUTO OFF: The source does not transmit a
wavelength identifier.
MODE 2 kHz: The output is a 2 kHz modulated optical
signal. Use this mode to identify fibers at patch panels.
Shows the channel that is active.
CHANNEL: When SCAN ALL is OFF, press or to
change the channel.
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Numeric display for the wavelength.
: When the batteries are low, the low battery icon
flashes.
User Preferences
1 For the meter: Make sure the meter is in power or loss
measurement mode.
For the source: Make sure the source is in signal output
mode.
2 Hold down and together for 2.5 seconds.
3 To change a setting, press . Or press if shows.
4 To see the next setting, press .
5 To save the settings and exit setup mode, hold down
and for 2.5 seconds.
Turn the backlight off or on.
The meter and source turn off automatically if
you do not press any keys for the selected period
of minutes.
To disable this function, select the dashes ().
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Polarity Detection
Meter only: Month (), day (), year (),
hour (), and minutes (). The meter includes
the date and time with measurements you save.
The hour is in 24-hour format. To see the date
and time in saved records, look at the records in
LinkWare software.
: The software version number.
: Meter only. The factory calibration date.
Polarity Detection
You can use the MultiFiber Pro meter and source to see the
polarity of MTP/MPO patch cords and cables. The signals from
the source include the channel numbers. The meter compares
the transmitted numbers to the numbers of the channels that
received the signals. The meter can then show the polarity of
the connections. See item on page 5.
Auto Wavelength Function
The signal from the source includes an identifier that tells the
meter which wavelength to measure. The source transmits the
auto wavelength signal unless it is in 2 kHz mode. When you
select 2 kHz mode, the source’s AUTO setting automatically
changes to OFF.
How to Clean MTP/MPO Connectors
Always clean and inspect endfaces in fiber connectors before
you make connections. Fluke Networks recommends that you
use a mechanical cleaner, such as the Fluke Networks IBC™
OneClick Cleaner, to clean connectors.
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How to Measure Optical Power
A power measurement shows the optical power level from a
source such as an optical network interface card or optical test
equipment.
To measure power
1 Clean and inspect all connectors.
2 On the meter, press to make POWER show.
3 Make the connections shown on page 11.
4 On the meter, press to select the wavelength of the
source if necessary.
5 To see the power measurement for the next channel, press
CHANNEL.
The bargraphs show the difference (in dB) between the
level of power on each channel and the maximum power
of all 12 channels:
No ovals
Max.
At regular intervals, the meter finds the maximum power
level again and adjusts the bargraphs as necessary.
6 To save the measurements, make sure the meter has done
a scan through all 12 channels, then press SAVE. The
meter briefly shows the record number and OK. The
record number shown is for fiber number 12 in the cable.
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How to Measure Loss
Fiber link
Measuring power at
the end of a link
Measuring the
power of a source
GUE23.EPS
Connections for Power Measurements
How to Measure Loss
The loss measurement shows how much optical power is lost in
a link’s fiber and connectors.
Set the Reference
For the most accurate test results, you should set the reference
at these times:
At the beginning of each day.
Anytime you reconnect a test cord to the source.
Anytime you see a negative loss measurement.
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To set the reference
Caution
For correct measurements, connect only APC
connectors to the singlemode sources. Connect only
non-APC connectors to the multimode source.
For singlemode links with APC connectors, you must
use Type A test cords and adapters. Type A
components correctly align the angles in the
connectors.
1 Clean the connectors on the meter, source, and a test cord.
2 Turn on the meter and source and let them warm up for 10
minutes. Allow more time if the equipment has been stored
above or below ambient temperature.
3 Make connections to set the reference. The figure on page
13 shows reference connections for links with unpinned
connectors. The Users Manual shows connections for links
with other types of connectors and for fiber modules.
4 On the source, hold down for 2.5 seconds to see the
setup menu, then select these settings:
SCAN ALL: ON
MODE: 2 kHz does not show
5 On the meter, press to make SET REF show.
6 If necessary, press CHANNEL to see the power
measurement for each channel.
7 To save the reference measurements, press SAVE. The
meter saves the measurements and the display briefly
shows , OK and REF. Then the meter goes into loss
measurement mode.
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How to Measure Loss
If the display shows and , the power level is too
low on one or more channels. This can be caused by a
bad connection or incorrect settings on the source. See
the Users Manual.
Caution
Do not disconnect test cord 1 from the source after
you set the reference.
Type B
Test cord 1
Pinned/Pinned
Meter Source
GUF00.EPS
Reference Connections for Multimode Permanent Links
with Unpinned MTP/MPO Connectors
Set the Limit
The meter compares loss measurements to a limit to give a
status of OK or to the measurements. If a measurement for a
channel exceeds the limit, flashes, the bargraph for that
channel flashes, and the bargraph shows an oval above the limit
line on the display.
To set the limit
1 On the meter, hold down for 4 seconds to see the setup
menu, press to put the cursor next to LOSS LIMIT, then
press to put the meter in the loss limit mode.
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2 While LOSS LIMIT shows, press or to decrease
or increase the limit value. To change the value quickly, hold
down the key.
3 To save the setting and exit setup mode, press , then
hold down for 2.5 seconds
Measure Loss
1 Set the reference as described on page 11.
2 Make sure the limit is correct. To see the limit, hold down
for 2.5 seconds, press to put the cursor next to
LOSS LIMIT, then press .
3 Clean and inspect the connectors on the link and on the
required test cords.
4 Disconnect the test cord from the meter, then make the
appropriate connections. The figure on page 15 shows
connections for a link with unpinned connectors. The Users
Manual shows connections for other types of links and
connectors and for fiber modules.
Caution
Do not disconnect test cord 1 from the source. If you
do, you must set the reference again to make sure the
loss measurements are reliable.
For singlemode links with APC connectors, you must
use Type A test cords and adapters. Type A
components correctly align the angles in the
connectors.
5 On the source, select these settings:
SCAN ALL: ON
MODE: 2 kHz does not show
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How to Measure Loss
Type A
Fiber link
Pinned/Unpinned Unpinned/Pinned
Adapter Adapter
Key-up/Key-down Key-up/Key-down
Type B Type B
Test cord 2 Test cord 1
Pinned/Pinned Pinned/Pinned
Meter shows
POLARITY A
Meter Source
GUF01.EPS
Connections for Loss Measurements on Type A
Multimode Permanent Links with Unpinned MTP/MPO Connectors
6 On the meter, press to make LOSS show.
The bargraphs show the level of power loss relative to the
limit you set:
0% <25% <50% <75% <100% 100%
When all ovals are below the line for a channel, the
measurement for that channel is below the limit you set.
If the loss for a channel exceeds the limit, the oval above
the line is on, and and the bargraph for that channel
flashes.
If the loss is negative by more than -0.09 dB, and the
measurement flash on the meter. This can occur if there
was a bad connection or some other problem when you
set the reference. See the Users Manual.
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7 To save the measurements, make sure the meter has done
a scan through all 12 channels, then press SAVE. The
meter briefly shows the record number and OK. The
record number shown is for the number 12 fiber on the
cable.
Memory Functions
The meter stores the loss or power measurements for up to
250 12-fiber cables.
If memory is full, the meter shows and when you
try to save measurements.
To view records, hold down for 2.5 seconds, press to
put the cursor next to VIEW RECORD, then press .
To scroll through the measurements for each fiber in a
cable, press or .
To scroll through the measurements for the same fiber
number in each cable, press or to select a fiber,
then hold down or . In this mode, the record
number increases or decreases by 12.
To delete a set of 12 records, press DELETE, then hold
down until OK shows.
To delete all records, hold down until the display shows
DELETE ALL?, release , then hold down until OK
shows.
To exit the delete mode and not delete the records, press
, , or .
Deleted records show in the numeric display.
To upload records to a PC, use LinkWare™ software and the
USB cable provided. See the Users Manual.
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