Luciol Instruments LOR-200 Manuale utente

LOR-200/220

High Resolution OTDR

User’s Manual

Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................... 3

1QUICK GUIDE .................................................................................................................................. 4

1.1 INSTALLATION LOR-200/220..................................................................................................................4

1.2 INSTALLATION LOR-200/220-U..............................................................................................................4

1.3 SOFTWARE QUICK START ..........................................................................................................................4

1.4 NOTES .................................................................................................................................................5

2HARDWARE OVERVIEW LOR-200/220............................................................................................. 6

2.1 THE FRONT PANEL..................................................................................................................................6

2.2 THE OPTICAL PORT.................................................................................................................................6

2.3 THE COMMUNICATION PORTS ..................................................................................................................7

2.4 THE POWER CONNECTOR.........................................................................................................................8

2.5 CHARGING THE BATTERY..........................................................................................................................9

2.6 CHANGING THE BATTERY .........................................................................................................................9

3HARDWARE OVERVIEW LOR-200/220-U ....................................................................................... 10

4OTDR SOFTWARE OVERVIEW........................................................................................................ 11

4.1 THE MENU FUNCTIONS .........................................................................................................................12

4.1.1 The File Menu .........................................................................................................................12

4.1.2 The Analysis Menu..................................................................................................................12

4.1.3 The Help Menu........................................................................................................................12

4.2 THE TABS............................................................................................................................................12

4.2.1 The Trace Tab .........................................................................................................................12

4.2.2 The Event Table Tab................................................................................................................14

4.2.3 The Settings Tab .....................................................................................................................15

4.2.4 The ID Tab...............................................................................................................................18

5MAKING MEASUREMENTS............................................................................................................ 18

5.1 GENERAL MEASUREMENT SETUP..............................................................................................................18

5.1.1 Setting pulse-width and resolution.........................................................................................18

5.1.2 Setting the index of refraction ................................................................................................20

5.1.3 Setting the Rayleigh backscatter coefficient...........................................................................21

5.2 EXAMPLE MEASUREMENT SESSIONS..........................................................................................................22

5.2.1 Fiber loss measurement..........................................................................................................22

5.2.2 Single event analysis - Insertion loss and reflectance .............................................................23

5.2.3 2-point loss measurement ......................................................................................................24

5.2.4 Length measurements ............................................................................................................24

5.2.5 Testing a passive optical network (PON) ................................................................................26

5.2.6 Comparing traces....................................................................................................................28

5.2.7 Auto event detection and the event table ..............................................................................30

6CREATING REPORTS, PRINTING RESULTS ...................................................................................... 32

7VISUAL FAULT LOCATOR (OPTION) ............................................................................................... 33

8OPTICAL POWER METER (OPTION)................................................................................................ 33

A. SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................ 35

B. WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE POLICY...................................................................................... 36

B.1. LIMITED WARRANTY .........................................................................................................................36

B.2. EXTENDED WARRANTY OPTIONS..........................................................................................................36

B.3. INSTALLATION AND TRAINING .............................................................................................................36

B.4. CONTACT .......................................................................................................................................36

C. SAFETY.......................................................................................................................................... 37

C.1. LASER SAFETY..................................................................................................................................37

C.2. EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY..................................................................................................................38

C.3. ELECTRICAL SAFETY...........................................................................................................................38

C.4. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................38

C.5. CLEANING.......................................................................................................................................38

C.6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................38

D. COMPLIENCE SYMBOLS .................................................................................................................39

E. BATTERY DECLARATION.................................................................................................................40

1 Introduction

This manual gives an overview of the LOR-200/220 High Resolution OTDR from Luciol In-

struments. This instrument is based on a new scanning photon-counting technique (patent

pending). Photon-counting detectors, in contrast to classical analog detectors, achieve at the

same time a very high sensitivity and a very high resolution. It is this dual advantage, speed

and sensitivity, which provides the LOR-200/220 with its unique properties. Luciol’s expertise

in photon counting technology makes this technology available for portable optical test in-

struments which can outperform their classical analog counterparts.

The high resolution makes the LOR-200/220 an ideal instrument when it comes to testing

short-range optical networks and links. Typical examples are Local Area Networks (LAN) or

optical fiber links inside buildings, cars and planes. Here, the optical spans are typically in the

tens to hundreds of meters range. But the LOR-200/220 can even analyze fiber spans up to

160 km. In addition, a high resolution “zoom” function allows identifying events which are

invisible for standard OTDRs. The user can set this zoom to any region of the fiber under test.

You can measure the distributed attenuation along the fiber, to check for example the ho-

mogeneity of your fiber. You can discover and identify damages, which may have occurred

during the laying out of your fiber (bends, pressure points...). You can see losses and

backreflections from connectors or optical components.

The LOR-200/220 is a simple and easy-to-use instrument, with user-friendly GUI software.

We provide a standard, versatile software, which should suit your particular needs. In case

your application requires additional features, please contact Luciol Instruments. We are

ready to examine with you any special software and hardware requirements.

In addition to the User’s Manual, we can provide a number of Application Notes, which ex-

plain how to perform several types of measurements. Visit our web site www.luciol.com to

download the latest version.

1Quick Guide

This quick guide section is a simple step-by-step approach to optical fiber testing with the LOR-

200/220. You should read it if you need to learn how to operate the instrument quickly. You may

then read the other sections as needed.

1.1 Installation LOR-200/220

The OTDR unit is integrated into a PC-based platform, operating under Windows10.

Connect the external power supply or power from the internal battery.

Start the instrument by pressing and holding the red on/off button until the power LED gets green.

The LOR-200/220 application software is already installed and will be launched automatically after

the operating system has been loaded.

1.2 Installation LOR-200/220-U

Connect the unit with the supplied USB cable to a PC running Windows 10. Install the LOR-200/220

software. Connect the power supply to the unit. Press the power switch to start the unit. If the PC is

connected to the internet all required drivers will install automatically. Otherwise install the drivers

shipped with the OTDR. Start the LOR-200/220 Application.

1.3 Software quick start

1) Open the Settings tab and select all the required measurement settings. In many cases the

defaults settings can be used for an initial test of a fiber.

2) Connect the Fiber Under Test (FUT) to the unit, and click the START button to start the

measurement. The OTDR status is displayed in the black bar on top. The status display will

show scanning while an OTDR trace will build up from the selected start-position until it

reaches the selected end-position.

3) The measurement can be interrupted at any time by clicking on the STOP button.

4) Save a measured trace by clicking FILE –SAVE AS.

5) Load a previously saved trace by clicking FILE -LOAD TRACE 1or LOAD TRACE 2.

1.4 Notes

Help

The software includes a context help function. Activate context help by clicking HELP - CONTEXT

HELP, or by pressing Ctrl H. A help window will now open. Move the cursor to the feature for

which you wish to receive help. The feature will now be briefly explained in the help window.

Fiber Preparation

Due to the high sensitivity of the photon-counting detection, care has to be taken to avoid any stray

light entering the fiber under test. For SMF and standard MMF (i.e. 50 or 62.5 m core), avoid any

strong light on the unit or the fiber under test. For large core MMF or plastic optical fibers, any

open end should be covered, and the fiber should have an opaque jacket. All optical connector in-

terfaces must be kept dust free and be cleaned regularly.

Important:

Do not place the LOR OTDR on an unstable cart, stand or table. Follow the manufactur-

er’s instructions when installing the product.

Never spill liquids on the LOR OTDR.

The air intake and exhaust areas must be free from obstructions. Unrestricted air flow is

required for proper cooling.

Always use a grounded power cord. Do not defeat the power cord ground.

Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the product.

Return the product to Luciol Instruments for service and repair to ensure that safety fea-

tures are maintained.

For rack mounted systems: Make sure the LOR OTDR is securely mounted with 2 appro-

priate screws on each side of the LOR OTDR properly tightened.

2Hardware Overview LOR-200/220

2.1 The Front Panel

Figure 1 shows the front panel of the LOR-200/220. The front panel contains the LCD-touchscreen,

the hardkeys (see box on the right) and two LED indicators.

Figure 1: The Front Panel

The touchscreen should only be used with the stylus, which is inserted on the lower right hand side

of the unit, or with the fingers. A touch on the screen is equivalent to a standard click with a mouse

on the corresponding point. In order to perform a right click with the touchscreen, press the stylus

for a few seconds on the screen, until the right click menu appears.

Important: The use of any sharp object, such as ball point pen or metal tool on the

touchscreen will damage it, and voids the warranty.

2.2 The Optical Port

Figure 2 shows the optical port of the LOR-200/220. It is located on the top of the instrument. Be-

fore attaching a fiber you should clean it using an appropriate cleaning method. Contact Luciol In-

struments if you need assistance. Make sure the attached fiber and the instrument connector inter-

face are of the same type. Never connect an angled connector (APC) to a flat connector (PC).

Figure 2: The Optical Port

Hardkeys functions

(Red Key) Power the

instrument on

() Move

markers or cursors,

scroll through menus

() Executes select-

ed action

(Alt) Highlight menu

access

(Esc) Escape from

current action or

selection

( ) Set the display

brightness

(Blue Key) Start a

measurement or call

the help menu

Note: Some instruments are equipped with an interchangeable optical connector. The

outer part of this connector can be removed to adapt the instrument to different types of

connector interfaces. Contact Luciol Instruments for more information on the available

interface types.

2.3 The Communication Ports

Figure 3 shows the communication ports of the LOR-200/220. They are located on the left side of

the instrument.

Figure 3: The Communication Ports

The following interfaces are provided:

← Microphone connector

← Headphone connector

← USB 2.0 connectors (2x)

← Network connector

← HDMI connector (external monitor)

← USB 2.0 connectors (2x)

2.4 The Power Connector

Figure 4 shows the DC power connector of the LOR-200/220. It is located on the right side of the in-

strument.

Connecting the power:

Plug the round female connector from the external power adapter into the instruments power

connector.

Plug the two-pin female connector on the power cord into the power adapter.

Plug the standard electrical plug from the power cord into your AC source (100 to 240 VAC, 50/60

Hz universal adapter).

Important: The power adapter may become rather hot after prolonged use. This is nor-

mal, and does not affect the performance of the device. Only use the Luciol Instruments

power supply (part no. SS138D-Jack).

Figure 4: The DC Power Connector

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