OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Release 1 Issue 2
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Copyright © 2019 Panduit Corp. All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without written permission from Panduit. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Table of Contents OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool Overview 5 Safety Precautions 7 Safety Glasses 7 Isopropyl Alcohol (92% or better) 7 Disposal of Bare Fibers 7 Laser Light 7 Cable Handling 8 Tool Set Up 9 Component Identification 14 Buffer Stripping Steps 16 250μm Coated Fiber Strip 16 900μm Tight-Buffered Fiber Strip 16 Jacketed Cable Strip 17 250μm Coated Fiber Termination Using OptiCom Fanout Kit 17 Buffer Stripping 18 Cleave F
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Insert Cleaved Fiber 22 Cam Connector 23 Review Test Results 23 Assemble Connector and Boot -4- 25 LC Connector and Boot 25 SC Connector and Boot 26 ST Connector and Boot 27 Tool Care and Maintenance 28 Connect-It App Use 31
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool Overview WARNING Read and understand the instructions and safety information in this manual TECHNICAL INFORMATION before operating this tool. Failure to observe this warning can result in bodily l Recommended Use: With available launch cords and cradles only Laser Diode Type: IEC 60825-1 Class 1 Laser product Connectors: LC, SC, ST, single mode and multimode, Panduit con- l nectors only Power Supply: 2 size AA (type L91) 1.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual l l l This tool contains no user-serviceable parts. The laser output is not adjustable. Contact Panduit Corp. for service needs. Do not Throw Away This symbol indicates the need for separate collection of electrical and electronic equipment waste. Separating electronic waste can halt the potential adverse effects on the environment and human health as a result of the hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Safety Precautions Safety Glasses WARNING: It is strongly recommended that safety glasses be worn when handling bare optical fiber. The bare fiber is very sharp and can easily damage the eye. Isopropyl Alcohol (92% or better) WARNING: Flammable. Contact with alcohol can cause irritation to the eyes. In case of contact with eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Always use alcohol with proper levels of ventilation.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual CAUTION: Use of controls of adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. l l Never point the laser into the eyes of others Do not stare directly at the laser beam. Do not set up tool to work at eye level or operate the tool on a reflective surface as the laser could be projected into your eyes, or the eyes of others.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Tool Set Up Various components of the OptiCam 2 Tool: 1. Select the proper Launch Cord and Cradle. For each connector type, select the correct launch cord and cradle for termination use. Connector Type, Launch Cord, and Cradle cross reference table Connector Type Launch Cord Cradle* LC single mode yellow cable, 1.25mm single mode(P/N: FOLPC1.25SM) LC cradle, black (P/N: FLCC2) LC multimode: OM1, OM2, OM3, and OM4 orange cable, 1.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 2. To load or replace batteries, remove the battery cover using a Phillips screwdriver. 3. Insert 2 size AA (type L91) 1.5volt Lithium Iron Disulfide batteries, follow the polarity markings in the compartment. Then replace the cover and secure it using the Phillips screw driver. Note: The OptiCam 2 Tool does not charge batteries WARNING: Risk of Fire.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 7. Please refer to the Connector Type, Launch Cord, and Cradle Cross Reference Table to make sure you are using the proper combination of cord, cradle, connector, and orientation. 8. When attaching the metal adapter to the cradle for LC terminations, the opening on the side of the barrel should be placed facing the tool. 9. The cradle attaches to the tool magnetically.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 11. Use the navigation button to navigate to the menus and to Connector Type , and select the correct connector options: Menu > Connector Type. 12. Use the navigation button to select the correct information. The selected text will become red. Click Save. Note: To ensure proper function of the tool, check that settings on the tool match the cord, cradle, connector, and orientation being used. 13.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 14. To load the connector, first clean the connector ferrule end face using Panduit’s best practices for cleaning fiber components. LC and SC connector loading: A) Insert a connector while the launch cord is tilted up to receive the connector. B) Tilt the connector down and ensure the connector backbone snaps in to the cradle. This image shows the new metal ferrule adapter for LC launch cords. 15.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Component Identification LC Connectors, Launch Cord, and Cradle SC Connectors, Launch Cord, and Cradle ST Connectors, Launch Cord, and Cradle Alignment Key must be in the alignment tab to cam properly. Additionally, the flat sides on the back bone will line up into the key slot of the cradle with the etched, rounded side facing down.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Connector Types with Colors Fiber Type Backbone Color (LC, SC) Boot Color OM3, OM4 (50µm) Aqua Aqua OM2 (50µm) Black Black OM1 (62.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Buffer Stripping Steps 250μm Coated Fiber Strip 1. Install the boot. Insert the fiber end through the small end of the boot. Slide the boot back out of the way. 2. Place one build-up tube (F250BT) onto the fiber and slide it back out of the way. 3. Place an insertion mark on the build-up tube at 0.59” (15mm) for LC and 0.43” (11mm) for SC/ST, from the end of the tube closest to the end of the fiber. 4. Use buffer stripper to strip at least 1.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Jacketed Cable Strip 1. If using duplex cable, split the two cables approximately 6" (152mm) or as needed. 2. Following the stripping dimensions, use the marking pen to mark the cable jacket at 1.89” (48mm) for LC, and 1.73" (44mm) for SC/ST, from the end. 3. Strip off the cable at the jacket removal mark. To reduce wear on the jacket stripper blades, do not slide the blades along the aramid yarn.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 3. To reduce the amount of fiber movement, place a drop of adhesive (Loctite 401 or equivalent Cyanoacrylate adhesive) at the point that the coated fibers exit the 3mm cable jacket. 250μm coated fibers need to be taut between cable jacket and the fanout tube assembly. 4. Place the 900μm boots onto the fanout tubing and slide them back out of the way. 5. Place an insertion mark on the fanout tubing, at 0.59” (15mm) for LC and 0.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Cleave Fiber Steps Prep Stripped Fiber 1. Remove and dispose of any remaining fiber scraps in the cleaving tool. 2. Clean bare fiber using an isopropyl alcohol (92% concentration) soaked lint-free wipe. The fiber should be free of all coating and residue. To prevent contamination, do not set fiber down or allow it to touch anything after cleaning. 3. Hold the cleaving tool in your hand and depress the fiber clamp lever to raise the fiber clamp.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual IMPORTANT: Do not clean fiber after cleaving. Replace the ceramic blade in the cleaving tool after every 1000 cleaves, or if installation yield decreases. Replacement blades (FJQCVRB) are available.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual OptiCam 2 Tool Operation - LC Select Connector Options 1. Use the navigation button to navigate to the menus and to “Connector Type”, and select the correct connector options: Menu > Connector Type. 2. Use the navigation button to select the correct information. The selected text will become red. Click Save. The orientation of the connector indicates the direction that the fiber is inserted from.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Note: Each connector has slightly different cradle operation. Refer to the individual connectors’ specific instructions in the Tool Set Up section. Connector Test To start the connector test, select the Next icon, pressing the navigation button directly down. The tool will perform a background test of the connector. After passing the background test, the Insert Fiber command will display automatically.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Cam Connector LC Camming requires that the whole connector rotate. When the screen displays the CAM & Test command, A) Maintain gentle forward pressure on the field fiber, and B) “Cam” the connector, then select the Next arrow to perform the test. SC Camming requires that the key “Fin” rotates, and the rest of the connector remains in place. Note: This image shows the new metal ferrule adapter for LC launch cords.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual If the IL does not meet your project requirements, select the cancel icon and repeat the fiber termination process for that connector ID. Selecting forward advances the connector ID number for the tool to do another termination. In both cases, the results will be recorded in the tool for later retrieval. The OptiCam connector can be reused up to three times.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Assemble Connector and Boot LC Connector and Boot 1. Grip the boot by the large end and push the boot forward onto the grooved area of the backbone until it is against the flange. The insertion mark should be at the end of backbone. 2. Clean the ferrule end face with an alcohol soaked wipe and then a dry wipe. Place the dust cap over the ferrule end. 3.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual SC Connector and Boot 1. Grip the boot by the large end and push the boot forward onto the grooved area of the backbone until it is against the flange. The insertion mark should be at end of backbone. 2. Align the external chamfers on the front of the inner housing assembly with the internal chamfers at the front of the outer housing. 3. Push the inner housing assembly into the outer housing until it snaps into place.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual ST Connector and Boot 1. Grip the boot by the large end and push the boot forward onto the grooved area of the backbone until it is against the flange. The insertion mark should be at end of backbone. 2. Clean the ferrule end face with a dry wipe. Place the dust cap over the ferrule end. 3. Slide the boot back to release the aramid yarn. Cut the aramid yarn approximately 0.20" (5mm) past the flange.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Tool Care and Maintenance 1. The LC connector port and data port protective dust caps must be installed when the tool is not in use to prevent contamination. 2. The camera aperture should be cleaned periodically with a soft, lint free cloth or with isopropyl alcohol to remove dust and debris which may interfere with proper camera operation. Avoid any scratches on the surface. The LC connector port can be cleaned with clean dry air. Do not use alcohol. 3.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Note: 1.25 millimeter cord is shown for reference. The process is the same for the 2.5 millimeter cord. 5. Twist the split sleeve and pull to remove it from the assembly, exposing the tip of the fiber. 6. Wet an area of the fiber optic cleaning system wipes with fiber optic cleaning solution. 7. Clean the ferrule end faces of any connector or launch cord end, using a dry lint-free wipe.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 8. If there is stubborn debris on the ends after dry cleaning, use this method: Using the cleaning solution, moisten one end of a row on the cleaning box. Drag the tip of the fiber along the fiber cleaning row (example shown in blue) from the wet area to the dry area. Then repeat the wiping procedure with a dry row (example shown in red). 9. To reassemble the Ferrule Adapter, first inspect the split sleeve for chipping or cracks.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual Connect-It App Use Connect-It App Overview 1. Navigate to the menus of the OptiCam 2 tool and select: Tool Settings > Wireless > On. Then select Exit. 2. Enter the wireless password given when registering the tool at Panduit.com. 3. Turn wireless on. Note: The tool name is found under Menus > Tool Settings > Tool Name. Rename for ease of use. 4. To create a new project in Connect-It app, enter the project credentials, and then select Create Project File.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 5. Connect to the OptiCam 2 tool by pulling down to refresh the list and selecting the appropriate tool name from the list. Then select Start Project. 6. The app will indicate that the tool has un-synced records if terminations were done on the tool without the app and tool being synced. Select OK to sync. This transfers the records of the termination(s) to the project file in the app. Note: The records will no longer be available on the OptiCam 2 tool.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 7. To export the connector termination data, navigate to the “Project Overview” and select the current project. There are three available options: a. Share – enables the file to be emailed; b. Select – opens the file; c. Delete – deletes the file from the app. 8. To share, select the Share option. Your mobile device’s default email will open with a CSV attachment containing the connector data. 9.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 12. Verify the connector type in the Test Window, and then install the connector into the cradle and select Load Connector. The tool will perform a Background Test and automatically display Insert Fiber. 13. Insert the fiber into the connector. When the fiber is fully inserted, the graphic on the tool will change to Cam & Test. 14. Cam the connector per the connector style of camming, and maintain pressure on the field fiber at the same time. 15.
OptiCam 2 FS133 Termination Tool User Manual 17. If needed, re-test by using the Re-test icon, or re-terminate using the ReTerminate icon and repeat the fiber clean and cleave steps. The OptiCam connector can be reused up to three times. 18. To export the connector termination data, navigate to the “Project Overview” and select the current project. There are three available options: a. Share – enables the file to be emailed; b. Select – opens the file; c. Delete – deletes the file from the app. 19.