Anritsu MT9083

Basic Setup for OTDR Testing

OVERVIEW
Below is a basic outline to utilize when setting up the Anritsu MT9083 OTDR for testing in Standard
Mode. This mode provides an event table which can be used to perform auto analysis (auto event detection)
of the measured results.
Tests can be performed either manually or automatically (via the auto test feature). Auto Test provides one-
button testing, which automatically selects the range and pulse width, and sets the resolution to high for the
current fiber under test, then displays the results.
For purposes of this checklist we will focus on manual setup and testing.

GETTING STARTED
To start the OTDR function in Standard mode:
1. Press the Power Button to power on the unit.
The unit will enter the Top Menu screen by Default.
2. From the Top Menu select the type of fiber SM or MM by toggling F6 key
3. Highlight OTDR (Standard), then press the Enter Key.
The Trace screen will appear when you enter the application
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SETUP
This section allows you to customize the preferences and parameters for a given data collection.

1. Press the Setup key to display the setup information for the OTDR.
The following Setup screens are available:
▪ General (f1)
▪ Preferences (1-2) (f2)
▪ Preferences (2-2) (f3)
▪ Thresholds (f4)
▪ AutoSave (f5)
▪ About (f6)

2. Press the softkey (f1 – f6) that corresponds to the desired settings category.

** Each category will have its own screen with several options to select. The next couple pages
are lists of the most commonly used items in the Setup menu. **
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(f1) General (f2) Preferences 1-2

• Time • Distance display Units

• Date • Connection Check
• Language • Active Fiber Check

(f3)Preferences 2-2 (f4)Thresholds

• Auto Patch-cord removal • Splice loss

• Reflectance
• Fiber end
• Macro Bend
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AutoSave
Press AutoSave (f5) to access the AutoSave screen. This screen provides access to the Auto-
Filename and AutoSave parameters.

Enabled (Auto-Filename)
Set this field to “Verify” to automatically generate a filename and prompt an acknowledgement
in the Save window once the trace is performed, or set the field to “Off” so a filename is not
automatically generated when a save is performed.

AutoSave Directory
The AutoSave Directory field allows you to select the directory into which AutoSave will save
files.
To select the AutoSave directory:
1. Use the Up and Down Arrow keys (or the Rotary knob) to highlight AutoSave
Directory and then press the Enter key. The Select Directory screen appears.
2. [..] will appear highlighted in the Select Directory screen. The medium should
say Internal memory.
3. Press the Enter soft key. A list of Directories will appear. Create a file or utilize
a previous one, highlight it and press Enter key then the Select key. This should
take you back to the Auto Save main window. In AutoSave Directory field you
should now see your directory. (ex. INTEM/Training 123/)
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Base Filename
The Base Filename field provides a template for use when generating an auto
filename. You can enter a base filename of up to 30 characters with a three-
character file extension.

To set a Base Filename:

• Use the Up and Down Arrow keys (or the Rotary knob) to highlight
Base Filename and then press the Enter key. The Base Filename dialog
box appears.
• For most of our customers a standard base filename should contain six
characters. Usually the first 3 letters of the site or numbers of the address.
(ex. AAABBB__.###)

Start Number
Use this field to establish a start number for the auto-increment section of the Base
Filename. You can set a start number for each test wavelength available in use or
apply the same start number to all wavelengths.

Once you have completed the steps above you can exit the Setup menu by pressing the ESC key.

HEADER
Headers hold valuable information about the trace files which may save a considerable amount
of time when recalling traces for comparison. The header does not require repopulating each
time a new trace is collected. Information entered on the Header screen is retained until such a
time as the header requires editing.

Use the following procedure to access and edit the header when collecting traces in OTDR
To access and edit the Header:
1. Press the Save key. The Save screen appears.
2. Press Header (f2), the Header screen appears.
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3. Use the Up and Down Arrow keys (or the Rotary knob) to highlight the
desired field and then press the Enter key. The Text Entry dialog box appears.
Enter the corresponding information.
4. Repeat until all desired text entry fields on the Header screen are edited. Press
the f6 key to close the Header and return to the Save screen.

PARAMETERS

When determining the parameters to test with, a user can utilize the auto test mode by pressing
the Green START button and recording the auto measurement figures. These can be inputted
into the fields below for manual testing.

Wavelength
From the trace screen press Wavelength (f3) to toggle through the source wavelengths. The
red legend on the softkey changes with each key press.

Setting the Range, Resolution, and Pulse Width

The Range, Resolution, and Pulse Width settings determine the trace data distance range and
resolution value (data point spacing) as well as the pulse width used for the test cycle.
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To set the Range, Resolution, and Pulse Width:

1. Press Range / Pulse Width (f4), the Distance Range, Resolution, and Pulse width
dialog box appears.

***High Density for Most Customer Spans***

2. Use the Right and Left Arrow keys to move the white arrow to the desired list.
3. Use the Up and Down Arrow keys (or the Rotary knob) to highlight the desired
setting within the selected list.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all the desired settings are highlighted.
5. Press the Enter key (or the Rotary knob). The dialog box closes and the red legend
on the Range / Pulse Width softkey displays the newly selected Distance Range and Pulse
Width.

Setting the Average Time/Average Count

Specify the Average Time/Average Count by either selecting one of the four preset values
or by entering the desired value in the field at the bottom of the dialog box.
***Be Sure to do this for both wavelengths***
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TRACE
At this point you are ready to begin taking traces. The main Trace Screen will be displayed.
1. Select the wavelength to test with by toggling the (f3) key
2. Press the (f1) Manual Test button to begin acquisitions.
3. Once the trace has completed the screen will enter the Save Screen. If it is
deemed acceptable, confirm by pressing (f1) Save Trace. If not satisfactory press
ESC.

COMPLETION
Remember to always verify your files by pressing the File Button and scrolling through the file names.
Copy and paste your files to a USB thumb drive and transfer to a computer for analysis and customer package
preparation.

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