EXFO FIP-400 Fiber Inspection Probe and ConnectorMax - Manual (Page 40)

Inspecting Fiber Ends
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Inspecting Fiber Ends with the FIP Viewer
Inspecting Fiber Ends with the FIP Viewer
You can connect the Fiber Inspection Probe to the FIP Viewer to view and
inspect fiber ends.
To inspect fiber ends:
1. Install a probe tip (see Changing the Fiber Inspection Probe Tip on
page 13).
2. Insert the fiber into the probe tip.
3. Connect the probe to the FIP Viewer.
4. Press the On/Off button for approximately 2 seconds to turn on the FIP
Viewer.
5. Adjust the image to have the best view of the fiber end.
6. If the fiber end is dirty, remove it from the probe, clean it and
reinspect it.
7. Once you are satisfied with the inspection, go to the next fiber or turn
off the FIP Viewer.
W
ARNING
Never look directly into a live fiber. It could cause serious eye
damage. Always use your FIP-400 Fiber Inspection Probe.
I
MPORTANT
The battery in the FIP Viewer must be fully charged before the first
use. For more information, see Charging the Battery in The FIP
Viewer on page 52.