Many fiber optic network bids and Requests For Quote (RFQ) are citing cabling standards to specify the set of guidelines (such as fiber length) that the network installer must follow during the network installation. Adherence to such standards is meant to ensure the quality of the installation and guarantee that the network will perform as it was designed. The process of testing a network installation to ensure its adherence to specified standards is called certification, and often requires hard-copy documentation as proof of adherence to standards.

The Fiber OWL 4 / Dual OWL 850 / Laser OWL 1310 Test Kit contains the tools necessary for certifying fiber optic links against a myriad of popular cabling standards in singlemode and multimode networks.

The Fiber OWL 4 BOLT optical power meter is multimode and singlemode ready, and contains a user-friendly Fiber Link Wizard that performs link budget calculation (including integrated fiber link length testing), and sets a reference value using the characteristics of the link. This reference is the PASS/FAIL threshold and is calculated against the chosen standard. Up to 1000 fiber runs may be stored, then downloaded to a PC for report generation using our OWL Reporter software.
 

General Features 2.5mm Universal Connector Port - accepts many popular 2.5mm ferrule connectors, including ST, SC, and FC. Also included is a 1.25mm universal adapter cap (for connection to LC, MU, and other SFF connectors). USB Serial Download Port - downloads stored data to a PC using the supplied USB download cable. Also used for charging re-chargeable batteries (not included). DO NOT USE BATTERY CHARGING PORT WITH NON- RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, AS THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE HARM TO THE UNIT AND/OR THE USER. Light Source Port - By default, contains a 1310nm laser source to be used for round-robin length measurement. Optionally, this port could contain a precision-coupled visual fault locator. LCD Display - shows optical power/loss levels, power units, temperature, battery life, wavelength, and circuit ID information. Function keys activate certain menu options shown at the bottom of the Fiber OWL 4 LCD display Enables user to enter alpha- numeric data, as well as activate certain menu options Activates the MAIN MENU While in the menu system, reverts the user back one menu level; during data entry, enters the data input and sends the user to the next screen Activates the light source menu Turns the unit ON and OFF. Also, toggles the backlight state while the unit is powered on. Toggles AUTO mode on and off. AUTO mode allows the Fiber OWL 4 to automatically switch wavelengths when used with OWL auto-switching light sources ights up when the battery charger is active

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General Features - LCD DISPLAY

The screen at right shows information when power readings are being taken. We will refer to this screen throughout this manual as IMMEDIATE MODE. 

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1. POWER READING - shows the amount of optical power being received by the photodetector based upon the type of power units currently being displayed. “UNDER” means there is no measurable optical power and “OVER” means the detector is “blinded” by too much optical power
2. POWER UNITS - shows the power units which are currently being displayed dBm - optical power in decibels relative to a milliwatt of optical energy dB - optical power in decibels relative to a previously set optical reference, also known as optical loss uW - optical power in micro- (uW) or milli-watts (mW)
3. TONE DETECTION - shows ‘Hz’ if a modulated signal is being detected by the meter
4. TEMPERATURE - shows current temperature in degrees (selectable Fahrenheit or Celcius)
5. BATTERY LIFE - shows the percentage amount of remaining battery life; will flash when battery is low
6. LINK NAME - shows the name of the currently loaded fiber link (CERTIFICATION METER mode only)
7. FIBER RUN - shows the current fiber information (CERTIFICATION METER mode only)
   FBR: - user-configurable descriptive fiber name
   123 - auto-incrementing fiber number (from 1 to 999)
8. FUNCTION OPTIONS MENU - functions corresponding to the function keys on the keypad; the options on this menu will change according to the current function
9. POWER METER WAVELENGTH - shows the currently selected wavelength (see the specifications in the appendix at the end of this manual for a list of wavelengths); will also alternate between wavelength and ‘AUTO’ when set to automatic wavelength detection

The Dual OWL 850 fiber optic light source is designed for accurate testing and certification of multimode networks. Its 850nm output is temperature-stabilized for accurate measurements. Two connector options are available (ST and SC).

Functional Description 850nm Port - Houses a 850nm multimode source and can be either a ST or SC connector. Charger Port - Allows for charging of re-chargable 9-volt batteries, as well as wall power operation. NOTE: DO NOT USE BATTERY CHARGING PORT WITH NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR EXPLOSION AND DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO THE UNIT AND/OR THE USER.   1300nm Port - Houses a 1300nm multimode source and can be either a ST or SC connector. 850nm Indicator LED - Indicates the ON/OFF status of the 850nm LED source. 1300nm Indicator LED - Indicates the ON/OFF status of the 1300nm LED source. Charger Indicator LED - Indicates the status of the charger port. Power Button - Powers the unit ON or OFF. Wavelength Select Button - Switches the unit between 850nm and 1300nm.

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The Laser OWL 1310 fiber optic light source is designed for accurate testing and certification of singlemode networks. Its 1310nm output is temperature-stabilized for accurate measurements. Three connector options are available (ST, SC, and FC).

Functional Description 1310nm port - Houses a 1310nm singlemode source and can be either a ST, SC, or FC connector. Charger Port - Allows for charging of re-chargable 9-volt batteries, as well as wall power operation. NOTE: DO NOT USE BATTERY CHARGING PORT WITH NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR EXPLOSION AND DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO THE UNIT AND/OR THE USER. 1550nm port - Houses a 1550nm singlemode source and can be either a ST, SC, or FC connector. 1310nm Indicator LED - Indicates the ON/OFF status of the 1310nm laser source. 1550nm Indicator LED - Indicates the ON/OFF status of the 1550nm laser source. Charger Indicator LED - Indicates the status of the charger port. Power Button - Powers the unit ON or OFF. Wavelength Select Button - Switches the unit between 850nm and 1300nm. NOTE: During normal operation, if the Output LED (3) is not lit, this indicates that the battery has insufficient power, and must be replaced.

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