Ripley Miller UPM100 User manual
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UPM100 User Guide
UPM100
Optical Power Meter
User Guide
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UPM100 User Guide
Contents
Introduction 3
Device Overview 3
Important Safety Information 4
Setting a Reference 5
Basic Testing 5
Maintenance 6
Integration with Windows InSpec 7
Integration with Android InSpec
Certications and Contact Information 14
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The UPM100 Optical Power Meter is an ultra low cost, and compact power meter used for verifying both absolute and
relative power across any given ber. This document will serve as an overview of the major features and functions of the
device and will oer tips for trouble shooting common issues in optical networks. If you are looking for a low cost device
capable of saving and reporting take a look at the RP460 or UPM100 if you want to use IOS or Android with bluetooth.
Introduction
USB Port
The UPM100 uses this connection to
communicate with an Android, linux , or
windows based device.
Connector Adapter
The UPM100 comes with a universal 2.5
adapter by default, however additional
adapters are available and are user
replaceable.
Device Overview
Save Button
Pressing this button will save a reading when
plugged into a windows,android, or linux
based device.
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Important Safety Information
Read and understand all of the instructions and safety
information in this manual before operating this tool.
Laser/LED Hazard
Avoid eye exposure to open ber connectors and interfaces
when working with ber systems. They may be connected to
a live laser source.
Do not look into the output port of a Laser or LED source.
Point ber endfaces toward non-reective surfaces to
prevent reection of laser.
Electric Shock Hazard
Pay attention to proper battery polarity. Do not mix battery
types or manufacturers.
Do not open the unit with the exception of the battery
compartment door.
Use this unit only for its intended purpose as outlined in this
document.
Damage to Item Hazard
Do not leave item in direct sunlight or near heat sources,
submerge in water, or subject unit to strong impact.
Cover the ber interface with the ip-cap when not in use.
Do not throw this product away.
Contact your local recycling station to dispose of properly.
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Absolute Measurements
The UPM100 can be used to view the Absolute Power of a ber by rst ensuring the correct wavelength is selected, and
that the unit is in dBm, then plugging the ber into the power meter. The absolute power will be displayed in dBm in the
connected software as well as any tone detected.
Caution: Invisible LED/Laser Radiation
Please note that wavelengths used by optical laser sources are not visible to the human eye. Do not look directly into any
ber connector that may be live or any companion light source.
Since the light is invisible to the eye, the eye’s natural blink reex is suppressed. This can cause damage to the retina.
Setting Reference
Basic Testing
To set a reference rst connect the UPM100 and companion light source as shown below. Ensure the unit is in dBm and
you are reading the correct output power for the laser/LED you are using (Ripley Lasers are calibrated at -5 (or -8 with
tone on) and LEDs are calibrated at -22 (or 25 with tone on)). Next connect the UPM100 to a either a windows pc or
android device and go to the “OPM” tab/page. once the UPM100 is detected and you can see the live value from the
device press the “Set Reference” button while in dbm mode.
Relative/ Loss Measurements
The UPM100 can also be used to view relative power, or loss across a ber. To do this you have to rst set a reference as
described above and put the unit into dB mode. Next attach the ber you want to measure inbetwean the test jumper,
and UPM100 as shown below. This will show the relative loss in dB on the connected software.
Test Jumper
Mate Connectors Signal Propagates Down
the Fiber
Relative Loss is
Measured by the device
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Maintenence
The UPM100 is equipped with a universal connector adapter that is compatible with many popular style connectors. The
connector adapter interface should be kept covered and protected from contamination. Care must be taken to avoid
objects that may damage the glass surface of the detector mount. if scratches or breaks occur on the surface, please
contact Ripley for proper repair and re-calibration.
Notes
Optical Connector Interface
The UPM100 is not a standalone device
The UPM100 is not a standalone Power meter. To set reference, view absolute or relative power, or to save readings
requires that you either connect to to a windows, linux, or android based device.
Integration with Windows InSpec
Plug the UPM100 into a Windows PC running the new InSpec software to save live readings and
generate reports
OPM Display
All test data from the UPM100 is
displayed LIVE in this area.
Editing Controls
These buttons allow saving and
editing of the data in this window.
Data Display
Readings from the UPM100 are
displayed in this area. Deleted
readings do not appear.
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the live information from the UPM100 Main screen is displayed on the right side of the window. you
can use the buttons on the bottom of the screen t oset reference, and save/delete readings. if you
click where “dB” is clicked you can select a dierent mode. the wavelength is changed the same way.
Save
Click to save the current
reading. The reading will
appear in the data window
on the left side of the screen.
Delete
Click to delete selected
reading(s). They cannot be
recovered.
The left side of the window displays the readings saved to the current project.
Wavelength
Click to Change the
selected wavelength
Mode
Click to Change the
selected Mode
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The saved data that is saved can be edited for nal reporting in the Reports tab.
Delete
Delete selected reading(s).
Edit
Edit multiple readings.
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Double-click on any one reading to edit the “ID” column for that reading. Or select the reading and
click “Edit Selected”.
The ID column changes are shown immediately.
Use the CTRL key on the computer keyboard and click multiple readings to select multiple readings
for editing. To select a range of readings, click the rst reading in the range, hold the Shift key on the
computer keyboard, and click the last reading in the range.
With multiple readings selected, click the Edit button to bring up the multi-editor. Edit the information
and click “Conrm” to change the ID for multiple items.
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To choose or create color codes, click Settings>Color Codes.
Click the dropdown box to select from preset color codes, or click “New” to create your own color
codes which can be used in the future.
When using a Custom option, enter the color codes in the white space on the left side of the window.
Each line represents an indexed location. Click “Save” when nished.
The color codes entered or selected will ll the available readings. For example, the Custom setting
has 6 entries, but only 5 readings are saved. Any additional readings are indexed as usual.
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