EXFO iOLM - Manual (Page 4)

Contents
iv iOLM
7 Starting an Acquisition ...............................................................................87
Starting an iOLM Acquisition ................................................................................................87
Starting a Single-Wavelength Acquisition .............................................................................88
Starting a Multiple-Wavelength Acquisition ..........................................................................90
Stopping an Acquisition .......................................................................................................92
8 Understanding Diagnostics ........................................................................93
9 Using the Inline Power Meter (Optional on Some Models) ......................95
Understanding the Inline Power Meter .................................................................................95
Performing a Power Meter Acquisition .................................................................................97
Saving the Power Level .........................................................................................................98
iOLM Acquisition with Power Meter ...................................................................................100
10 Using the OTDR as a Source (Optional on Some Models) .......................103
11 Starting the OTDR Application .................................................................107
12 Managing Results .....................................................................................109
Link View ............................................................................................................................109
Viewing Element and Section Details ..................................................................................121
Managing Elements and Analyzing Links (Optional, iOLM EXpert and Loopback Modes) ...125
Measurement Information ..................................................................................................134
13 Managing Files ..........................................................................................137
Opening iOLM Files .............................................................................................................137
Saving iOLM Files ................................................................................................................139
Exporting OTDR Bellcore Files .............................................................................................142
Generating a Report ...........................................................................................................145
14 Maintenance ..............................................................................................149
Cleaning EUI Connectors ....................................................................................................149
Recalibrating the Unit .........................................................................................................152
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ..................................................153
15 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................155
Viewing Online Documentation ..........................................................................................155
Contacting the Technical Support Group ............................................................................156
Viewing Information About the Product .............................................................................157
Transportation ....................................................................................................................158