Precision Rated Optics TP-P6 User manual
TP-P6 Manual
Multifunctional Test Platform
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com
2
Notice
Copyright, Precision Rated Optics®, All rights reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means (including electronic storage
and retrieval or translation into a foreign language) without prior agreement and written consent from
Precision Rated Optics®, as governed by international copyright laws.
Warranty
The material contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Precision Rated Optics®
makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Precision Rated Optics® shall not
be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with
furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
The battery is a consumable part and is not subject to the PRO TP-P6 warranty.
ISO 9001 Certification
Produced to ISO9001 International Quality System Standard as part of Precision Rated Optics®, objective
of continually increasing customer satisfaction through improved process control.
Precision Rated Optics® objective, which continually increasing customer satisfaction through improved
process control.
Safety Instructions
During each stage of operation of this instrument, please always observe the following safety
instructions. Not taking proper safety precautions, or not following the instructions, will violate the
safety standards of the design, manufacturing and application of these instruments. In no case will
Precision Rated Optics bear the responsibilities for consequences incurred by violation of the following
instructions.
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by
Precision Rate Optics for its use nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result
from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent rights of Precision Rated Optics.
The information contained in the publications is subject to change without notice.
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com 3
GENERAL
This product is a Safety Class 3 instrument. The protective features of this product may be impaired if it
is used in a manner not specified in the user manual.
Environmental Conditions
The TP-P6 is designed to operate at a maximum relative humidity of 95% and at altitudes of up to 2,000
meters. For more information, please refer to the Specifications section.
Before Applying Power
Verify that the product is set to match the available line voltage, the correct fuse is installed, and all
safety precautions are taken. Note: The PRO TP-P6’s external markings are described under Symbols.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere
Do not operate the PRO TP-P6 in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
Do Not Remove PRO TP-P6 Cover
Operating personnel must not remove test equipment covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustments must be made only by qualified service personnel.
Any test equipment that appears damaged or defective should be made inoperative and secured against
unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.
Safety Terms Used in This Manual
Warning!!
Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could
result in personnel injury. Do not proceed beyond a Warning!! sign until the indicated conditions are fully
understood and met.
Caution
Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure which, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or the entire product. Do not proceed beyond
a CAUTION sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Note:
Denotes information that may be beneficial during the use and maintenance of the PRO TP-P6.
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com
4
Laser Safety Announcements
Warning!!
PRO TP-P6 is a laser device. Users should avoid looking directly into the optical output. The use of a fiber
scope or magnifier should also be avoided. The use of such devices can focus a highly intense beam onto
the retina, which may result in permanent eye damage.
Make sure that the optical fiber or cable is not in use and there is no laser light in the fiber before testing
with the OTDR module. Failure to do so may result in an imprecise test trace, or even permanent damage
to the PRO TP-P6.
Caution
Laser Radiation: To avoid serious eye injury, never look directly into the optical outputs of fiber optic
network equipment, test equipment, patch cords or test jumpers.
● Always avoid looking directly into the optical output port, when PRO TP-P6 is operational.
● Always replace protective dust cap on the detector port when PRO TP-P6 is not being used.
● Always avoid looking directly at unconnected end of optical fiber in testing and make the unconnected end
pointing at a non-reflective object if available.
Warning!!
● The AC/DC adapter should only be used indoors.
● The PRO TP-P6 should be well ventilated to avoid overheating.
● Never use electric tools near flammable gas or flammable materials.
● In order to avoid electric shock, please do not use the device if there is obvious damage on the outside (top
cover, panel, etc)
● Only qualified repair personnel are authorized to perform adjustments, maintenance or repairs to the TP-P6.
● Even with the power off, the TP-P6 may still contain an electrical charge.
Caution
Battery: The battery used in the PRO TP-P6 is a rechargeable lithium battery. If the TP-P6 is to remain
unused for longer than two months, the battery should first be fully recharged before storage, and
charged again before being placed back into service. Do not recharge the batteries for more than 8
hours. Do not take the batteries out without the assistance of a qualified repair technician. Do not expose
batteries to fire or intense heat. Do not open or mutilate batteries. Avoid touching the electrolyte in the
batteries, which is corrosive and can cause injury to the eyes, skin or clothing.
External Power: The PRO TP-P6 can be powered externally, using the supplied AC/DC charger/power
adapter. For proper operation, the TP-P6 requires 24VDC.
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com 5
How to Use This Manual
Button or Menu: The operating units in the Graphical User Interface (GUI) that can be clicked by using
the stylus are indicated by letters in square brackets, e.g. [Setup] and [Start].
Key: Function keys are on front panel, indicated by letter or icon in quotation marks, e.g. (POWER)
and (LIGHT).
Options: Indicated by letters in brackets, e.g. {Event} and {Trace Parameter}.
Tabs and Sub Options: Indicated by letters in angle brackets and square brackets:
e.g. <Mode> [Average], which stands for averaging mode option. <Wavelength> [1310nm], which stands
for 1310nm wavelength option.
Mode or Module: Indicated by letters in quotation marks, e.g. “OTDR” and “OCI”.
Desired Selections: Indicated by letter in quotation marks e.g.”Confirm” and “Cancel”
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com
6
1 General Information
1.1 Scope of this Manual
1.2 Unpacking and Inspection
1.3 Introduction
1.4 Product Appearance
1.5 Front Panel Indicators Introduction
1.6 Front Panel Keys Instruction
1.7 Control Methods
1.8 Instrument Interfaces Instructions
1.9 GUI Icons Instruction
1.10 Power the TP-P6
1.11 Using the Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery
10
2 Basic Operation
2.1 Foreword
2.2 Power On/Off
2.3 Enter and Exit “Power Saving” Mode
2.4 Adjust LCD Brightness
2.5 Launching an Application
2.6 Installing a USB Keyboard or Mouse
2.7 Printer Configuration
19
3 Common Settings and Special Settings
3.1 Main Setup Menu
3.2 Select language
3.3 Automatic “Power Saving” Setting
3.4 Recalibrating the Touchscreen
3.5 Serious Deviation of Touchscreen
3.6 Date and Time Settings
3.7 Other Parameters Configuration
3.8 Load Default Settings
23
4 Basic Information of OTDR Module
4.1 Basic Principles of the OTDR Module
4.2 Measurement Application of OTDR
4.2.1 Measurement Capabilities of the OTDR
4.2.2 Trace Analysis of OTDR
4.3 Basic Definition and Classification of Events
4.3.1 Events
4.3.1.1 Reflection Events
4.3.1.2 Non-reflection Events
4.3.1.3 Inspection Events
4.4 Optical fiber Span and Event Types
27
5 Instruction of OTDR Modules of PRO TP-P6
5.1 Main Features of the OTDR Module
5.2 Measurement Mode of OTDR module
5.2.1 Auto Mode and Manual Mode
5.2.2 Averaging Mode and Real-Time Mode
5.2.3 In-Service Mode and Normal Mode
5.3 OTDR Interface
5.4 Icons in the OTDR Interface
5.5 Trace Processing
30
Table of Contents
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com 7
6 Preparing to use the OTDR
6.1 Connectors
6.2 Cleaning and Connecting to Optical Fiber
34
7 Testing with the OTDR
7.1 OTDR Quick Test
7.2 Trace Processing
7.3 Unsaved Traces
7.4 Saving a Trace
7.5 Auto Naming
7.6 Opening a Saved Trace File
7.7 Trace Viewing and Analysis
7.8 Information and Function Windows
7.8.1 Switch Information and Function Windows
7.8.2 Events info reference
7.8.3 Reanalyze
7.9 Uploading a Trace to PC
7.10 Get help While Using the OTDR
35
8 Testing Optical Fiber in “Auto” Mode
8.1 Instruction of Auto Testing Mode
8.2 “Auto” Testing Mode
40
9 Test the Optical Fiber in “Manual” Mode
9.1 Common Parameters for OTDR Testing.
9.2 OTDR Test Parameters Configuration
9.3 OTDR Display and Other Configuration
9.4 “Real-time” and “Averaging” Testing Modes
9.5 Range Configuration
9.6 Pulsewidth Configuration
9.7 Averaging Time Configuration
9.8 Laser Wavelength Configuration
9.9 IOR Settings
9.10 Scatter Coefficient (Back scatter)
9.11 Non-Reflection Threshold (Splice Loss Detection Threshold) Configuration
9.12 Reflection Threshold (Reflection Detection Threshold) Configuration
9.13 End Threshold (Optical Fiber End-Face Detection Threshold) Configuration
41
10 Using the OTDR to Test FTTx-PON Network Optical Fiber
Spans
10.1 Using the PON-Optimized OTDR Module
10.2 Selecting the Proper Distance Range
10.3 End Threshold (Optical Fiber End Detection Threshold)
10.4 Test Parameter - Recommended Values
46
Table of Contents
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com
8
11 Trace and Event Analysis Settings
11.1 Opening a Trace File
11.2 Simultaneous Display MultipleTraces
11.3 Closing Trace Files
11.4 Trace Display
11.5 Switching and Moving Markers
11.6 Switching and Moving the Marked Point
11.7 Quickly Moving the Markers Outside of the Window
11.8 Locking the A/B Markers
11.9 Zooming in on the Trace
11.10 Cross Frame to Zoom-in on a Trace
11.11 Using the Zoom Toolbar to Zoom
11.11.1 Revert the Entire Trace View
11.11.2 Zooming in Horizontally
11.11.3 Zooming out Horizontally
11.11.4 Zooming in Vertically
11.11.5 Zooming out Vertically
11.12 Automatically Remember the Zoom Status
11.13 Move the Magnified Trace Window
11.14 Setting the Event Options
11.14.1 Locate and Display Events Within a Trace
11.14.2 Add an Event
11.14.3 Modifying an Event
11.14.4 Deleting an Event
11.15 Analysis Detection -Threshold Configuration
11.16 Set the Analysis Detection Threshold
11.17 Reanalyzing a Trace
11.18 Analyze the Optical Fiber in a Specific Optical Fiber Span
11.19 Set Trace Display Parameters
11.20 Setting the Unit of Measurement
11.21 Displaying or Switching Between Traces
11.22 Checking the Current Trace Parameters
47
12 Manual Trace Analysis
12.1 Using Markers
12.2 Event Location and Loss Information
12.3 Measuring Insertion Loss (2-Point and 5-Point Method)
12.4 Measuring Attenuation (2-Point and LSA Method)
12.5 Measuring Reflectance
65
13 Trace File Management
13.1 Choosing a Format to Save a Trace
13.2 To Copy, Move, Rename or Delete a Trace
13.3 Checking the Available Disk Space
71
Table of Contents
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com 9
14 Print OTDR Report
14.1 Reviewing Trace Information
14.2 Checking and Editing Trace Information
14.3 Printing an OTDR Report
73
15 VFL Application 77
16 Using the MPN Module
16.1 Main Features of the MPN Module
16.2 MPN Module Interface
16.3 PON Power Meter of the MPN Module
16.4 Stabilized Laser Source of MPN Module
16.5 Optical Power Meter of the MPN Module
16.6 Loss Testing with the MPN Module
16.7 Optical Connector Inspection Using the MCI Module
78
17 File Management
17.1 Transferring Files or Folders Between the PRO TP-P6 and a USB Storage Device
17.2 Transferring Files or Folders Between the PRO TP-P6 and a PC
17.3 Deleting Saved Files
87
18 Maintenance and Calibration
18.1 Cleaning Optical Interfaces
18.2 Necessity of Cleaning
18.3 Safety Instructions for Cleaning
18.4 Typical Cleaning Tools
18.5 Cleaning Procedure
18.6 Battery Charging Instructions
18.7 Other Battery Information
18.8 Charging the Battery
18.9 Battery Calibration
18.10 Changing the Battery
18.11 Calibration Requirements
18.12 Shipment
88
19 Troubleshooting
19.1 Common Problems and Solutions
19.2 Trace Measurement Problems and Solutions
91
20 Warranty
20.1 Terms of Warranty
20.2 Exclusion
20.3 Warranty Registration
20.4 Returning the TP-P6 for Service
20.5 Customer Service Contact Information
92
Table of Contents
Tel: (888) 545-1254 • Fax: (415) 358-4602 • Email: Sales@PrecisionRatedOptics.com
www.PrecisionRatedOptics.com
10
1.1 Scope of this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Precision Rated Optics® TP-P6 test platform. Please read the user manual
carefully before using any of the Precision Rated Optics® series fiber-optic equipment. Always observe
the Warning!!s and cautions appearing throughout this, or any other user manual.
This manual contains the necessary information for the proper operation and maintenance of the
Precision Rated Optics® PRO TP-P6.
All Precision Rated Optics® PRO TP-P6 platforms are carefully assembled and undergo a rigorous
mechanical, electrical and optical inspection prior to shipment. Included with the PRO TP-P6, there
should also be a data transfer cable, a power adapter, a PC Analysis software installation disk and this
user manual. For detailed information, please refer to the packing list.
Upon receiving your PRO TP-P6, please check for any obvious signs of physical damage that may have
occurred during shipment. Report any damage to the shipping agent or the representative of Precision
Rated Optics immediately. Retain the original packing materials in case reshipment becomes necessary.
1.2 Unpacking and Inspection
This instrument has been carefully packed in accordance with standard shipping procedures. Examine
the PRO TP-P6 for damage that may have occurred during shipment. If you find any damage or PRO
TP-P6 is not operational, or if any of the included items are missing, please contact your nearest PRO
representative:
Precision Rated Optics, Inc.
Product Distribution Center
Manufacturing & Testing
9999 Hamilton Blvd
Breinigsville, PA 18031
Tel. (888) 545-1254
1 General Information
Table of contents
Other Precision Rated Optics Test Equipment manuals
Precision Rated Optics
Precision Rated Optics VIP-35 User manual
Precision Rated Optics
Precision Rated Optics LS-200 SERIES User manual
Precision Rated Optics
Precision Rated Optics PRO-6350 User manual
Precision Rated Optics
Precision Rated Optics OLM-200 Series User manual
Precision Rated Optics
Precision Rated Optics VIP-55 User manual
Precision Rated Optics
Precision Rated Optics OLT-301 SERIES User manual
