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Requirements for reliable fiber test results – Fluke Networks CertiFiber Pro Users Manual User Manual

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The percentage of the tests in the project that are completed.
The tester uses the number of available IDs to calculate this
percentage. See Figure 125 on page 318. % Tested does not
show if your project contains only a Next ID list. See “About Next
ID Sets” on page 339
for more information about the Next ID
list.

The type of module attached to the tester.

This icon shows when the input and output ports on the

tester’s CertiFiber Pro module are connected to the ports on the
remote’s CertiFiber Pro module, the remote tester is turned on,
and a fiber loss/length test type is selected.

This icon shows when the talk function is on. To use the talk

function. See “How to Use the Talk Function” on page 208.

Requirements for Reliable Fiber Test Results

To get reliable fiber test results and make sure your tester meets
its accuracy specifications, you must use the correct procedures:

Use proper cleaning procedures to clean all fiber connectors
before every use. See Chapter 6.

Set the reference frequently. See “About the Reference for
Fiber Tests” on page 165.

Use only test reference cords that comply with ISO/IEC
14763-3. Measure the loss of the cords frequently. See “About
Test Reference Cords and Mandrels” on page 167.

For multimode fiber, make sure you use the encircled flux test
reference cords (EF-TRCs) or standard mandrels correctly. See
“About the EF-TRC (Encircled-Flux Test Reference Cords)” on
page 167
and “Caution” on page 169.

Keep the tester’s software current. The latest software is
available on the Fluke Networks website. See “Update the
Software” on page 360.