FVAm™ Series

Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope
User Guide
22132675 Rev. 101, Standard
July 2019

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Caution: RF Radiation Exposure
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conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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Frequency Range (MHz)Channels Used

Max. Transmit Power (dBm)

2400-2483.5

1 - 13

ODFM: 13.5 dBm
CCK: 17.25 dBm
DSSS: 17 dBm

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Contents
1

Overview .....................................................................................................................................1-1
FiberChekPRO Fiber Inspection and Analysis software ...................................................................... 1-2
Ordering information.......................................................................................................................... 1-3
Technical Assistance Center and Knowledge Base ............................................................................. 1-3

2

Getting started ............................................................................................................................2-1
FVAm microscope features................................................................................................................. 2-2
Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger and microscope LEDs .................................................................. 2-3
Powering the FVAm microscope......................................................................................................... 2-4
Using FMAG adapters ......................................................................................................................... 2-5
Adapter features .......................................................................................................................... 2-6
Mounting and positioning an adapter ......................................................................................... 2-7
Removing an adapter ................................................................................................................... 2-8
Connecting fiber connectors and transceiver modules ...................................................................... 2-9
Connecting a fiber connector....................................................................................................... 2-9
Connecting a QSFP or CFP transceiver module with MT ferrule................................................ 2-10
Connecting to FiberChekPRO............................................................................................................ 2-11
Touchscreen display module and onboard controls......................................................................... 2-12
Settings menu ............................................................................................................................ 2-13
Live view..................................................................................................................................... 2-13
Focus-quality meter ................................................................................................................... 2-14
Pass/Fail results and overlays .................................................................................................... 2-14
Calibrating the touchscreen ....................................................................................................... 2-15
Panning and auto-focusing in live view ............................................................................................ 2-16
Physical panning......................................................................................................................... 2-16
Digital panning ........................................................................................................................... 2-17
Y-axis adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 2-17
Auto-focusing a live view ........................................................................................................... 2-18
Setting up Pass/Fail tests .................................................................................................................. 2-19
Setting up Pass/Fail tests using FiberChekPRO .......................................................................... 2-20
Setting up Pass/Fail tests using the touchscreen ....................................................................... 2-20
Adding user information................................................................................................................... 2-21
Adding user information using FiberChekPRO ........................................................................... 2-21
Adding user information using the touchscreen........................................................................ 2-22
Setting up groups for Pass/Fail test results ...................................................................................... 2-23
Setting the active group ............................................................................................................. 2-23

3

Performing Pass/Fail tests and working with saved test results ...................................................3-1
Requirements for Pass/Fail tests ........................................................................................................ 3-2
Starting a Pass/Fail test from FiberChekPRO...................................................................................... 3-3

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Starting a Pass/Fail test from the FVAm microscope ......................................................................... 3-5
Editing the active optical setting ........................................................................................................ 3-6
Editing the active optical setting using FiberChekPRO................................................................. 3-6
Editing the active optical setting using the touchscreen and onboard controls.......................... 3-7
Managing custom connector definitions............................................................................................ 3-9
Creating a custom connector definition....................................................................................... 3-9
Recalling fiber analysis images ......................................................................................................... 3-10
Managing data stored on the FVAm microscope ............................................................................. 3-11
Importing stored test data ......................................................................................................... 3-11
Deleting stored test data ........................................................................................................... 3-12
Appendix A Touchscreen Settings menu ........................................................................................... A-1
Connector Setup ................................................................................................................................. A-2
Create New Group .............................................................................................................................. A-2
User Info ............................................................................................................................................. A-2
Recall Image........................................................................................................................................ A-2
Edit Optical Settings............................................................................................................................ A-2
Microscope Settings ........................................................................................................................... A-2
System Settings................................................................................................................................... A-3
Appendix B Firmware update............................................................................................................ B-1
Appendix C System reset ...................................................................................................................C-1

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About this guideThis guide provides information about the FVAm™ Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope.

Revision history
Revision

Date

Details

101

July 2019

Revised reference to IEC-61300-3-35-Ed. 2.0 in “Setting up Pass/Fail tests.”

100

April 2019

This document is released.

To access the latest version of this user guide, go to:
http://fcpro.updatemyunit.net/archives/FCPRO/User_Guide_FVAm.pdf

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1 Overview
Inspection of fiber optic interconnects is essential for the optimal performance and longevity of fiber optic
networks. Every time they are handled, fiber connectors must be inspected to ensure no debris or damage ispresent. VIAVI has made this critical task easier than ever with the FVAm™ Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus
Microscope.
FVAm microscopes provide standalone operation using magnetic adapters that support a range of fiber optic
connectors. Available with or without a color LCD touchscreen display module, FVAm microscopes interface with
the FiberChekPRO™ Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis software to provide reliable maintenance of opticalconnector quality.
Figure 1-1: FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscopes

Figure 1-2: Touchscreen view - Pass/Fail test results, MPO fiber connectors

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Overview

FiberChekPRO Fiber Inspection and Analysis software

FiberChekPRO Fiber Inspection and Analysis software
FiberChekPRO software is designed to operate on a PC/laptop. It instantly captures, analyzes, and grades fiber
end-face images to determine acceptability of the end faces.
FiberChekPRO identifies and characterizes defects and contamination, and then provides a pass or fail result
according to a preconfigured failure criteria setting. In addition, users can create customized optical settings,
connector definitions, and analysis profiles, as well as archive data and generate reports.
Figure 1-3: FiberChekPRO - Pass/Fail test results, MPO fiber connector

Note: This user guide provides information about using FiberChekPRO with FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscopes. For detailed information about the features and navigation tools of the software, referto the FiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual, which you canaccess from the FiberChekPRO Help menu.

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Overview

Ordering information

Ordering information
Table 1-1: FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope kits and accessories
Description

Part Number

Kitted packages
FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope, No Display, Includes FMAG-MPO and Lens Cap

FVAM-1000

FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope, With Display, Includes FMAG-MPO and Lens Cap FVAM-1000-S
Accessories
Magnetic Adapter for MPO Connector

FMAG-MPO

Magnetic Adapter for MT Ferrule

FMAG-MT

Magnetic Adapter for MT QSFPFMAG-QSFPMagnetic Adapter for LC Connector

FMAG- LC

Magnetic Adapter for SC Connector

FMAG-SC

Magnetic Adapter, Universal 1.25 mm

FMAG-U12

Magnetic Adapter, Universal 2.5 mm

FMAG-U25

Technical Assistance Center and Knowledge BaseTo find the Technical Assistance Center phone number and email in your region for the FVAm microscope productor to search the VIAVI Solutions Knowledge Base, visit the VIAVI Solutions Technical & Product Support site at
support.viavisolutions.com.

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2 Getting started
This section covers the following information:•“FVAm microscope features” on page 2-2•“Powering the FVAm microscope” on page 2-4•“Using FMAG adapters” on page 2-5•“Connecting fiber connectors and transceiver modules” on page 2-9•“Connecting to FiberChekPRO” on page 2-11•

“Touchscreen display module and onboard controls” on page 2-12•

“Panning and auto-focusing in live view” on page 2-16•

“Setting up Pass/Fail tests” on page 2-19•

“Adding user information” on page 2-21•

“Setting up groups for Pass/Fail test results” on page 2-23

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FVAm microscope features

FVAm microscope features
The FVAm microscope is available with a touchscreen display module (FVAM-1000-S) or without a touchscreen
display module (FVAM-1000). Both models are designed to interface with the FiberChekPRO Automated Fiber
Inspection and Analysis software (see “Connecting to FiberChekPRO” on page 2-11); however, the FVAM-1000-S
model features onboard controls to facilitate using the touchscreen to set up and start Pass/Fail tests and thenreview test results (see “Touchscreen display module and onboard controls” on page 2-12).
Both FVAm microscope models support FMAG adapters (see “Using FMAG adapters” on page 2-5), and feature an
Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger button with LEDs (see “Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger and microscope LEDs” onpage 2-3) and a Y-Axis Adjustment dial (see “Y-axis adjustment” on page 2-17).
Figure 2-1: FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope - FVAM-1000-S

Figure 2-2: FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscope - rear panel

CAUTION
Power off the device, and disconnect all cables connected to it before moving the device or performing
maintenance procedures.

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FVAm microscope features

Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger and microscope LEDs
The Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger button lets you automatically focus a live view of fiber end faces (see “Panningand auto-focusing in live view” on page 2-16). You can also use this button to start a Pass/Fail test (see “Starting a
Pass/Fail test from the FVAm microscope” on page 3-5).
Table 2-1 provides state information for each LED.
Table 2-1: FVAm microscope LED states
LED

State

Description

Fail

Red

Pass/Fail test failed

Ready

Blue

FVAm microscope operation normal

Blue - Flashing

Pass/Fail test in progress

Green

Pass/Fail test passed

Pass

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Powering the FVAm microscopePowering the FVAm microscope
Step 1

Place the microscope on a flat, stable surface in a location close to an appropriate power source.

Step 2Connect the power adapter to the receptacle on the rear panel of the microscope and then to the powersource.

Step 3Press the power button.

Step 4

Observe the following LED sequence and, if available, the touchscreen:▪ Fail and Pass LEDs light momentarily▪ Ready LED lights and remains lit▪ Touchscreen initializes in low-magnification live view. See “Live view” on page 2-13 for information.

Important: Always use the power button to power the microscope off. This allows the microscope to perform a
shutdown routine that saves available data. If you inadvertently power off the microscope bydisconnecting the power adapter from either the microscope or the power source, perform Step 2
and Step 3 of this procedure, and then press the power button to power off the microscope.
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Using FMAG adapters

Using FMAG adapters
FMAG adapters are designed to be quickly mounted on and removed from the FVAm microscope. A single adapter
supports inspection of both flat (PC) connectors and angled (APC) connectors, facilitating the process of setting up
the microscope to inspect different types of fiber and fiber end faces.
For more information about FMAG adapters, refer to the VIAVI Solutions Fiber Tips and Adapters Selection Guide.
Table 2-2: FMAG adapters
Description

AdapterMagnetic Adapter for MPO Connector (FMAG-MPO)

Magnetic Adapter for MT Ferrule (FMAG-MT)

Magnetic Adapter for MT QSFP (FMAG-QSFP)Magnetic Adapter for LC Connector (FMAG-LC)

Magnetic Adapter for SC Connector (FMAG-SC)

Magnetic Adapter, Universal 1.25 mm (FMAG-U12)

Magnetic Adapter, Universal 2.5 mm (FMAG-U25)

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Using FMAG adapters

Adapter features
An FMAG adapter adheres to the magnetic adapter plate at the front of the FVAm microscope by magnetic force
only.
A part number is etched on each FMAG adapter at the top of the side ring. Aqua and green markings at the frontof the adapter identify the correct orientation for mounting it, as well as the correct adapter position forconnector inspection. For information, see “Mounting and positioning an adapter” on page 2-7.
Figure 2-3: FMAG adapter markings

Important: An FMAG adapter must always be mounted onto the FVAm microscope with the part number andaqua marking at the top.
Most adapters also feature an alignment key to help you align a fiber connector or transceiver when connecting itto the adapter.
Figure 2-4: FMAG adapter alignment keys

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Using FMAG adapters

Mounting and positioning an adapter
Step 1

If present, remove the lens cap from the adapter plate:▪ Firmly grasp the lens cap on each side and pull it straight back.
▪ Store the lens cap in a dust-proof container.

Step 2

Holding the adapter with the part number and aqua marking at the top, place it on the magnetic adapter
plate so that rounded posts of the plate are aligned with the corresponding recesses on the back of theadapter.

The adapter is positioned for inspecting flat (PC) fiber connectors.
Step 3To position the adapter for inspecting angled (APC) fiber connectors, press the bottom of the adapter sothat it tilts down and the bottom rests against the adapter plate.

Step 4

To reposition the adapter for inspecting flat (PC) fiber connectors, press the top of adapter so that it tilts
up and the top rests against the adapter plate.

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Using FMAG adapters

Removing an adapter
Important: Always replace an FMAG adapter with either the lens cap or another adapter. Replace with the lens
cap whenever the FVAm microscope will not be used for an extended period of time (several days or
weeks).
Step 1

Firmly grasp the adapter on each side, and pull it straight back.

Step 2

Store the adapter in a dust-proof container.

Step 3

Mount either another adapter or the lens cap onto the microscope.

Note:

The lens cap has recesses that align with the posts of the magnetic adapter plate.
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Connecting fiber connectors and transceiver modules

Connecting fiber connectors and transceiver modules
The FVAm microscope is designed to perform Pass/Fail tests on MPO fiber connectors and transceiver modules(QSFPs and CFPs) with MT ferrules.

Connecting a fiber connector
Step 1

Mount and position the correct FMAG adapter for the fiber connector onto the microscope.

Step 2

Clean the fiber connector.

Step 3Insert the connector straight into the adapter until it engages.
If the adapter has an alignment key, ensure that the top of the connector is aligned with the key.

Step 4

Set the adapter to the required position (PC or APC).

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Connecting fiber connectors and transceiver modules

Connecting a QSFP or CFP transceiver module with MT ferrule
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD)
Risk of damage to pluggable module

Wear a properly fitted electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap and work in an ESD-controlled area whenhandling pluggable transceivers.

Step 1

Mount the FMAG-QSFP adapter onto the FVAm microscope.

Step 2

Clean the MT ferrule in the transceiver module.

Step 3

Ensure that the MT ferrule is aligned with the alignment key on the adapter.

Important: If the transceiver module is equipped with a pull tab, orient the module so that the end of the pull
tab is aligned with the alignment key. The adapter and microscope are designed to accommodate thepull tab so that it does not interfere with Pass/Fail testing.

Step 4Insert the module straight into the adapter until it engages.

Step 5

Set the adapter to the required position (PC or APC).
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Connecting to FiberChekPRO

Connecting to FiberChekPRO
To operate an FVAm microscope that does not feature a touchscreen display module, you must use theFiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis software. For an FVAm microscope with a touchscreen,most operations can be performed using either the touchscreen plus onboard controls or FiberChekPRO.
However, some operations, such as firmware updates, can be performed only via FiberChekPRO.
Step 1

Start FiberChekPRO.

Step 2

Power on the FVAm microscope.

Step 3Connect the USB-B cable to the USB port at the rear panel of the microscope and to the computer where
FiberChekPRO is running.
FiberChekPRO automatically discovers the microscope. The device ID and stored-data information
appear on the Import page of the application window.

If a fiber optic cable or pluggable transceiver is connected to the FVAm microscope, click the Inspection
tab to view a live image of the fiber connector. The FOCUS meter indicates whether the focus quality issuitable for inspection. To toggle between a low- and high-magnification view, click the Magnification
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Touchscreen display module and onboard controls
The FVAm microscope model FVAM-1000-S features a touchscreen display module and onboard controls. You canperform a broad range of operations—including setting up and starting Pass/Fail tests—using the touchscreen(see “Settings menu” on page 2-13) and onboard controls.
The touchscreen display module can either lie flat against the top of the microscope or be raised as needed.
Figure 2-5: FVAm microscope (FVAM-1000-S) with raised touchscreen

Figure 2-6: FVAm microscope (FVAM-1000-S) onboard controls

Table 2-3: FVAm microscope (FVAM-1000-S) onboard-control operations
Description
Control

In Live View

In Pass/Fail Analysis View

In Settings Menu View—

Scroll up or down Settings
menu or sub-menu options

Manual Focus/Scroll

Manual focus

ActionStart a Pass/Fail test

• Save Pass/Fail test results• Go to live view aftersaving test results

Select active Settings menu
option or sub-menu option,and go to next sub-menu if
available

Pan Left

View each fiber in the linear
array individually

View previous fiber analysis

Go to Settings menu or toprevious sub-menu

View next fiber analysis

Select active Settings menu
option or sub-menu option,and go to next sub-menu if
available

Pan Right

Magnify/Return

Toggle between highmagnification and low
magnification

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Settings menu
The touchscreen features a Settings menu with selectable options for operating the FVAm microscope. You canaccess the menu, scroll through it, and select and enable options either by tapping the touchscreen using yourfinger or a tablet stylus or by using the onboard controls (see Table 2-3).
Figure 2-7: Touchscreen Settings menu

The Settings menu also provides access to device information, firmware information, and configurable systemsettings and user information. An option for creating groups to manage Pass/Fail test results saved to themicroscope is also available. For more information, see “Adding user information” on page 2-21 and “Setting upgroups for Pass/Fail test results” on page 2-23.
As you navigate and use the Settings menu, a yellow border appears around the active menu option, and a redline appears under the sub-menu option you enable.
Figure 2-8: Touchscreen Settings menu - active option and enabled sub-menu option

Live view
The touchscreen displays low- and high-magnification live views of fiber end faces that you can pan across andfocus to prepare for Pass/Fail tests. For information, see “Panning and auto-focusing in live view” on page 2-16.
Figure 2-9: Low-magnification and high-magnification views

Note:

Press the Magnify/Return button (see Table 2-3) to toggle between low- and high-magnification live
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Focus-quality meter
By default, a color meter appears in a live view to indicate focus quality as you manually adjust the focus on the
FVAm microscope or use the Auto Focus/Trigger Inspection button to auto-focus the live view. Green indicatesthat the focus quality is suitable for inspection; yellow, that the focus quality is less suitable; red, that the focus
quality is unsuitable.
Note:

You can turn the focus meter on or off. For information, see “Microscope Settings” on page A-2.

Figure 2-10: Focus-quality meter indications

Pass/Fail results and overlays
After a Pass/Fail test is performed, the results are automatically displayed on the touchscreen as fiber analysis
images. You can scroll across the images and change the overlay mode applied to them. The following overlay
modes are available:•

Show Overlay•

Show Overlay + Zone Pass/Fail Table•No Overlay

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Calibrating the touchscreen
If touchscreen controls (such as menu options, keyboard keys, and icons) of the FVAm microscope do not respondas expected, you can calibrate the active areas of the touchscreen.
Notes:• Calibration adjusts only the active areas of the touchscreen, not the amount of pressure required to use
touchscreen controls.
• Use a blunt object, such as a stylus for tablets, to perform this procedure.
Step 1On the Settings menu, select SYSTEM SETTINGS > TOUCHSCREEN CAL, and then press the Action button.

The Touchscreen Calibration view appears. The view consists of a white background with a small, redmarker in the top corner.

Step 2Using a stylus, tap the marker to reveal an additional marker in another area of the touchscreen, andrepeat until a red marker appears in the center.

Step 3

Tap the red marker in the center of the touchscreen to view the results (PASS or FAIL) of the calibration.

Note:

You can cancel the touchscreen calibration procedure at any time by pressing the Magnify/Return
button. The calibration from the last successful touchscreen calibration are retained.
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Panning and auto-focusing in live view

Panning and auto-focusing in live viewAfter you connect a fiber cable to the FVAm microscope, you can view live images of the fiber connector on the
FiberChekPRO Inspection page and, if available, the touchscreen.
Notes:• Ensure that the correct FMAG adapter for the fiber type is properly mounted and positioned on the
microscope and that the appropriate options are active. See “Mounting and positioning an adapter” onpage 2-7 and “Setting up Pass/Fail tests” on page 2-19 for information.
• For information about navigating a live view on an FVAm microscope with a touchscreen and onboard
controls, see “Touchscreen display module and onboard controls” on page 2-12.

Physical panning
When a fiber connector is connected to the microscope and the magnification is set to low, using the left and rightarrow icons in the image pane of the FiberChekPRO Inspection page, or the Pan Left and Pan Right onboard
controls, provides a live view of each fiber in the array as the microscope lens moves in the panning direction.
Figure 2-11: Physical panning, MPO fiber connector - FiberChekPRO Inspection page view

Figure 2-12: Physical panning, MPO fiber connector - touchscreen view

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Digital panning
When a high-magnification live view of a fiber connector is displayed, you can use the left and right arrow icons in
the image pane of the FiberChekPRO Inspection page to digitally pan the immediate area around a fiber end. On
an FVAm microscope with a touchscreen, you can digitally pan using either the Pan Left and Pan Right onboard
controls or the left and right arrow icons on the touchscreen.
Figure 2-13: Digital panning - touchscreen view

Note:

For an MPO connector, the panning range is limited to the fiber end to the left or right of the magnified
fiber end.

Y-axis adjustment
When a low-magnification live view of a fiber connector is displayed, using the Y-Axis Adjustment dial on the
FVAm microscope (see “FVAm microscope features” on page 2-2) lets you center the fiber end faces; for example,
when viewing an MPO fiber connector with two rows of fibers, the dial helps you ensure that both rows arevisible and well aligned for testing.
Figure 2-14: Y-axis adjustment of MPO 12x1 fiber connector - FiberChekPRO Inspection page view

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Panning and auto-focusing in live viewAuto-focusing a live view
You can automatically focus a live view of the fiber end faces displayed on either the FiberChekPRO Inspection
page or the touchscreen.
To start the auto-focus process in FiberChekPRO, click the Auto Focus image control. To start the auto focus
process from the FVAm microscope, press the Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger button. A focused live view appears
when the process is completed.
Note:

The Busy icon displays on the touchscreen during the auto-focus process.

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Setting up Pass/Fail tests
The FVAm microscope provides factory-set options you can use to set up Pass/Fail tests. Factory-set options cover
the following parameters:•

Analysis profiles, which define Pass/Fail thresholds for fiber types•

Connector definitions, which define fiber configuration•

Optical settings, which define lighting and sizing calibration applied during inspection

To set up the FVAm microscope for performing Pass/Fail tests, you can use either FiberChekPRO or, if available,
the touchscreen and onboard controls to select the appropriate analysis profile for the fiber connectors ortransceiver modules to be tested, and then the appropriate connector definition.
Table 2-4: Factory-set options for Pass/Fail tests
Analysis Profile

Application

Ribbon, SM APC
Ribbon cables with single-mode angle polished(IEC-61300-3-35-Ed. 2.0) connectors.

Connector
Definition• MPO 12 x 1• MPO 12 x 2• MPO 16 x 1• MPO 16 x 2
Ribbon, MM
Ribbon cables with single-mode (SM) ultra-physical• MPO 8 x 1(IEC-61300-3-35-Ed. 2.0) contact (UPC) connectors.

Note:

Optical Setting• Ribbon Tips - 1• Ribbon Tips - 2• Ribbon Tips - 3

FiberChekPRO provides tools that let you create custom options. For information, about creating
customized analysis profiles and optical settings, refer to the FiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection
and Analysis Software User Manual. For information about creating customized connector definitions,see “Managing custom connector definitions” on page 3-9.

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Setting up Pass/Fail tests

Setting up Pass/Fail tests using FiberChekPRO
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.

Step 2

Click the Inspection tab to access options for the FVAm microscope.

Step 3

Select options from the following drop-down lists (see “Setting up Pass/Fail tests” on page 2-19):▪ OPTICAL SETTING▪ CONNECTOR▪ PROFILE

Note:

Only options available on the microscope are present in the drop-down lists.
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Setting up Pass/Fail tests using the touchscreen
The Connector Setup option on the Settings menu functions like an application Wizard, stepping you through theprocess of selecting applicable predefined options for the type of fiber connector or transceiver module with MT
ferrule to be tested.
•

On the Settings menu, select CONNECTOR SETUP, and then select an option from the SELECT PROFILE,
SELECT CONNECTOR, and SELECT TIP sub-menus as they appear.
The following images show the sequence for selecting predefined options for testing MPO fiber connectors.

Note:

The AUTO option automatically determines the appropriate optical settings for the fiber connector being
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Adding user information
User information (for example, customer name, location, job ID, connector ID) appears on reports generated
when the results of Pass/Fail tests are saved or transferred to a computer. You can add user information using
either FiberChekPRO or, if available, the touchscreen.
Connector ID and Connector ID base
By default, a connector ID is assigned to each set of test results saved to the FVAm microscope after a Pass/Failtest, and it appears on each fiber-end analysis image in the set of saved results (see “Setting up groups for Pass/
Fail test results” on page 2-23 and “Recalling fiber analysis images” on page 3-10).
The connector ID features a prefix, or base, and a value that increments with each Pass/Fail test performed; forexample CONN-001, CONN-002, and so on. The default connector ID base is CONN; however, you can change it asrequired when adding user information.

Adding user information using FiberChekPRO
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.

Step 2On the Setup menu, select the microscope.

Step 3On the Setup page for the microscope, select the User Info option in the navigation pane to access theuser-information text fields.

Step 4

Type required information in each corresponding field, and then click OK.
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Adding user information using the touchscreen
Step 1On the Settings menu, select USER INFO.

Step 2

Select an option in the USER INFO sub-menu, and then type the corresponding information using thetouchscreen keyboard.

Step 3

Select OK to return to the USER INFO sub menu.

Step 4

Repeat Step 2 and Step 3 as required.
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Setting up groups for Pass/Fail test results
On an FVAm microscope with a touchscreen display module, you can create groups for results saved to themicroscope after Pass/Fail tests. Organizing results in groups is helpful when you need to review fiber-analysis
images saved to the microscope. For information, see “Recalling fiber analysis images” on page 3-10.
When you create a group, it is automatically set as the active group to which test results are saved. Closing theactive group allows you to save test results without adding them to that group.

Setting the active group
Step 1On the Settings menu, select CREATE NEW GROUP, and then type a name for the group using thetouchscreen keyboard:▪ To create a group and set it as the active group, type a unique name for the group.
▪ To set an existing group as the active group, type the name of the group.

Notes:• The CREATE NEW GROUP option is available only while no other group is active.
• The FVAm microscope provides a default group name (GROUP-001) that automatically increments. For
example, if you create a group using the default group name GROUP-001 and then save results to it, the groupname GROUP-002 is automatically provided as a option when you close GROUP-001 and start creating a newgroup.
Step 2

Select OK to return to the Settings menu. The CREATE NEW GROUP option is replaced by the CLOSEGROUP option.

Optionally, select CLOSE GROUP to create or set another group as the active group.
Note:

The name of the active group (and the connector ID) appears on the fiber images generated when test
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with saved test results
This section covers the following topics:•“Requirements for Pass/Fail tests” on page 3-2•“Starting a Pass/Fail test from FiberChekPRO” on page 3-3•“Starting a Pass/Fail test from the FVAm microscope” on page 3-5•“Editing the active optical setting” on page 3-6•“Managing custom connector definitions” on page 3-9•“Recalling fiber analysis images” on page 3-10•

“Managing data stored on the FVAm microscope” on page 3-11

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Requirements for Pass/Fail tests

Requirements for Pass/Fail tests
Pass/Fail tests inspect fiber connectors against preconfigured pass criteria for the active analysis profile. You canstart a Pass/Fail test from either FiberChekPRO or, if available, the onboard controls on the FVAm microscope.
Notes:• A Pass or Fail result applies to the entire connector. If only one fiber in the array fails to meet the preconfigured pass criteria, the test will return a Fail result for the entire connector. To achieve a Pass result, every fiberin the array must meet the pass criteria.
• For information about viewing the pass criteria for analysis profiles, refer to the FiberChekPRO AutomatedFiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual, which you can access from the FiberChekPRO Helpmenu.
• For information about using the touchscreen and onboard controls, see “Touchscreen display module andonboard controls” on page 2-12.
Table 3-1: Before you begin a Pass/Fail test
Ensure that...

See...

A fiber connector or transceiver module (QSFP of CFP) with an MT
ferrule is properly connected to the microscope.

• “Mounting and positioning an adapter” onpage 2-7• “Connecting fiber connectors and transceivermodules” on page 2-9

A live image of the fiber connector is displayed on either the
FiberChekPRO Inspection page or, if available, the touchscreen.

• “Connecting to FiberChekPRO” on page 2-11
• “Focus-quality meter” on page 2-14
• “Panning and auto-focusing in live view” onpage 2-16

The Pass/Fail test is set up.
Note: When necessary, you can edit the optical setting to better suitfiber connectors to be tested. See “Editing the active optical setting”
on page 3-6.

“Setting up Pass/Fail tests” on page 2-19

User information you want to appear on generated reports has been
added.

“Adding user information” on page 2-21

If required, the group that you want to add saved results to is activeon the FVAm microscope.

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Starting a Pass/Fail test from FiberChekPRO

Starting a Pass/Fail test from FiberChekPRO
Note:

The images used in this procedure show a Pass/Fail test performed on an MPO fiber connector.

Step 1

Review “Requirements for Pass/Fail tests” on page 3-2.

Step 2

Use the image controls on the Inspection page to ensure that the focus quality of the live image issuitable for inspection.

Step 3On the FiberChekPRO Inspection page, click TEST to start the test.
When the test is completed, the results are automatically displayed with overlays.

Note:

For information about using the tools of the inspection software to analyze test results, refer to theFiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual.

Step 4

Optionally, click Overlays to hide or show the overlays as needed.

Step 5

Optionally, click Save Report to generate a report.
▪ In the Save As dialog, type a name for the report in the File name field, and then click Save to savethe report to the default folder on the computer where FiberChekPRO is installed, or navigate toanother location on the computer.
The default folder is located at
C:\Users\userName\Documents\Viavi\FiberChekPRO\Archives\FVAm-deviceID\YYYYMMDD.

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The report is generated and appears in a separate window.

Step 6

Close the report window when you have finished viewing the information.
You can access the saved report later for viewing or sharing by navigating to the location where thereport is stored.

Note:

Refer to the FiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual for
information about specifying the format (HTML or PDF) reports are saved to.
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Starting a Pass/Fail test from the FVAm microscope

Starting a Pass/Fail test from the FVAm microscopeNote:

The images used in this procedure show a Pass/Fail test performed on an MPO fiber connector.

Step 1

Review “Requirements for Pass/Fail tests” on page 3-2.

Step 2

Use the onboard controls and the Auto Focus/Trigger Inspection button on the FVAm microscope toensure that the focus quality of the live image is suitable for inspection.

Step 3

Start the test by either pressing the Action button or pressing and briefly holding the Auto Focus/Trigger
Inspection button.
When the test is completed, the results appear on the touchscreen and the Pass or Fail LED lights toindicate the test results for the fiber connector (see “Auto Focus/Inspection Trigger and microscopeLEDs” on page 2-3).

Step 4Do any of the following:▪ Use the touchscreen arrows or press the Pan Right or Pan Left button to view an adjacent fiber.
▪ Select NEXT FAIL or PREVIOUS FAIL on the touchscreen to view only fibers that failed the inspection.
▪ Tap the touchscreen to change the overlay mode applied to the image of the fiber end. The following
overlay modes are available:

Step 5▪

Show Overlay▪

Show Overlay + Zone Pass/Fail Table▪

No Overlay

Optionally, press the Action button to save the results to the microscope.
If a group is active, the saved results are added to it.

Note:

You can transfer saved test reports to a computer. For information, see “Managing data stored on the
FVAm microscope” on page 3-11.
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Editing the active optical setting

Editing the active optical setting
Different manufacturers use different ferrule materials and polishing processes; consequently, connectors canappear very different from one another. When necessary, you can use either FiberChekPRO or, if available, thetouchscreen and onboard controls to modify the active optical setting to better suit the fiber connectors you are
testing.
Notes:• The FiberChekPRO inspection software also provides tools that let you create custom optical settings. For
information, refer to the FiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual.
• Changes you make to the active optical setting will be deleted during a system reset. If you want to retain themodified settings, create a custom optical setting instead and ensure that it is available on FiberChekPRO
before starting a system reset.
Important: Ensure that the correct FMAG adapter for the fiber type is properly mounted and positioned on the
microscope and that the appropriate options are active. See “Mounting and positioning an adapter
for connector inspection” on page 2-7 and “Setting up Pass/Fail tests” on page 2-19 for information.

Editing the active optical setting using FiberChekPRO
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.

Step 2Connect a cleaned fiber connector to the microscope.

Step 3On the Inspection page, note the active setting in the OPTICAL SETTING drop-down list.

Step 4On the Setup menu, select the microscope.

Step 5On the Setup page for the microscope, select Optical Settings in the navigation pane to access the list of
optical settings on the microscope (On Device).

Step 6In the On Device list, select the active optical setting, and click Edit.

Step 7In the Optical Setting Editor window, click Auto Focus, and then click Auto Adjust Optical Setting to start
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Step 8When the lighting adjustment is completed, use the Crosshair Position tool to align the red crosshairs to
the edges of the fiber.

Step 9Click OK.
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Editing the active optical setting using the touchscreen and onboard controls
Step 1On the Settings menu, select EDIT OPTICAL SETTING > EDIT ACTIVE OPTICAL SETTING.

Step 2At the prompt, connect a cleaned fiber connector to the microscope.

Optionally, pan to the leftmost fiber so that optimal lighting can be achieved during the lighting
adjustment routine. See “Panning and auto-focusing in live view” on page 2-16.
Step 3

Select NEXT.
The microscope locates a fiber in the array and displays an image of the fiber end with a blue circle
around it.

Note:

You can stop this procedure at any time by selecting the X icon at the top of the display.

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Step 4

Editing the active optical setting

To adjust the sizing, position the blue circle until it is just inside the fiber edge.
Press the Manual Focus/Navigation button up or down, or move the touchscreen slider to the left or
right.

Step 5

Select NEXT.

Step 6

To adjust the lighting, do one of the following:▪ Select AUTO to perform an automated brightness adjustment.
▪ Manually adjust the lighting, and then select NEXT.
Press the Manual Focus/Navigation button up or down, or move the touchscreen slider to the left or
right.

Step 7

Select DONE, and then select EXIT.

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Managing custom connector definitions

Managing custom connector definitions
FiberChekPRO provides tools that let you create customized connector definitions and make them available to the
FVAm microscope for Pass/Fail tests.
You can create custom connector definitions based on new definition settings or on copies of existing connector
definitions. Custom connector definitions are managed in the same was as factory-set connector definitions. For
example, they can be exported and saved as files (*.fccon) to a location on the computer where FiberChekPRO is
running, and then imported back into any instance of FiberChekPRO. When a custom definition is no longer
required, you can move it from the microscope to FiberChekPRO, and then, if required, delete it.
Important: A system reset will delete all custom connector definitions stored on the FVAm microscope. Before
starting a system reset, ensure that all custom connector definitions you require are either available
on FiberChekPRO or exported and saved to a computer.

Creating a custom connector definition
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.

Step 2On the Setup menu, select the microscope.

Step 3On the microscope Setup page, select Connector Definitions, and then click New.

Step 4In the Connector Definition Editor, type a unique name for the definition in the Name field.

Note:

The name you enter must not exceed 44 bytes.

Step 5Specify the connector configuration by entering values in the Column Count and Row Count fields.
The connector-configuration image updates dynamically to reflect the column and row values specified.

Step 6In the connector-configuration image, click a circle to identify the location of each fiber in theconfiguration.

Step 7

Click OK.
The custom connector definition is automatically added to the On Device list for connector definitions.

Note:

You can also access the Connector Definition Editor from the FiberChekPRO Setup page. Each connector
definition you create is automatically added to the Available list for connector definitions, but you canmove it to the On Device list as required.
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Recalling fiber analysis images

Recalling fiber analysis images
On an FVAm microscope with a touchscreen display module, you can view fiber analysis images for any set ofresults saved to the microscope after a Pass/Fail test.
Step 1On the Settings menu, select RECALL IMAGE, and then select the either the group name where the set ofresults were added or the connector ID assigned to the set of results.

Note:

If you select a group name, a sub-menu listing the connector ID assigned to each set of results added to
the group appears. Select a connector ID.
The first fiber-analysis image contained in the set of results appears on the touchscreen.

Step 2Do any of the following:▪ Use the touchscreen arrows or press the Pan Right or Pan Left button to view an adjacent fiber.
▪ Select NEXT FAIL or PREVIOUS FAIL on the touchscreen to view only fibers that failed the inspection.
▪ Tap the touchscreen to change the overlay mode applied to the image of the fiber. The following
overlay modes are available:▪
▪

Show Overlay
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Managing data stored on the FVAm microscopeManaging data stored on the FVAm microscope
The FVAm microscope can store up to 2000 fiber-analysis images; however, the number of sets of results that canbe stored depends on the number of fiber ends inspected.
Table 3-2: Examples of test storage limits for common ribbon configurations
Geometry

Sets of results

8x1

280

12x1

166

12x2

83

16x1

128

16x2

62

To ensure that Pass/Fail test results saved to the FVAm microscope are retained for your records, VIAVI strongly
recommends regularly importing them to a computer using FiberChekPRO. A test report for each set of results is
automatically generated when results are imported. Also, you can delete data from the microscope as part of theimport operation or separately.

Importing stored test data
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.
A summary of the data stored on the microscope appears on the Import page of the FiberChekPRO
application window.

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Managing data stored on the FVAm microscope

Select the import options you require:▪ Import only new data: To import only the test data acquired after the last import operation.
▪ Show imported files after import: To allow FiberChekPRO to automatically open the default folder
where the generated test report is saved after the import operation is completed. The name of thefolder appears in the Import Location field on the Import page.
▪ Delete all data after import: To delete imported data from microscope.

Step 3

Click IMPORT NEW or IMPORT ALL.

Note:

The import control is labeled IMPORT NEW only after the Import only new data option is selected at
Step 2.
The import operation starts, and a progress dialog indicates when the operation is completed.

Step 4

Click OK.

Note:

For information about specifying the format (HTML or PDF) reports are saved to, refer to theFiberChekPRO Automated Fiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual.
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Deleting stored test data
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.

Step 2On the Import page, click Delete all data now.

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Click Yes to confirm the operation.

The delete operation starts, and a progress dialog indicates when the operation is completed.

Step 4

Click OK.
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This section covers the following information:•“Connector Setup” on page A-2•“Create New Group” on page A-2•“User Info” on page A-2•“Recall Image” on page A-2•“Edit Optical Settings” on page A-2•“Microscope Settings” on page A-2•“System Settings” on page A-3

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Touchscreen Settings menu

Connector Setup
See “Setting up Pass/Fail tests” on page 2-19.

Create New GroupSee “Setting up groups for Pass/Fail test results” on page 2-23.

User Info
See “Adding user information” on page 2-21.

Recall Image
See “Recalling fiber analysis images” on page 3-10.

Edit Optical Settings
Edit Active Optical Settings
See “Editing the active optical setting” on page 3-6.

Microscope Settings
Show Focus Meter

On (default)/Off

Turn display of the focus meter on or off in live view.

AF on Insert

On/Off (default)

Perform an auto focus automatically when a fiber is inserted.

Test on AF

On/Off (default)

Test a connector immediately after auto-focusing.

Note: When used together, AF on Insert and Test on AF can speed up fiber testing significantly.

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System Settings
Language
Select the interface language for the FVAm microscope. Only languages selected during a firmware update areavailable. You can install languages at any time from by reinstalling the firmware. See “Firmware update” onpage B-1.
Date and Time
Select time settings, which are used to time stamp test results and appear on reports.
Hour Format• 12 hour (default)• 24 hour

Select the hour format

Year2015 to 2035

Scroll up or down to select the year.

Month

January to DecemberDay

1 to 31Hour

12 AM to 11 PM

Minute0 to 59

AF Calibration
Recalibrate lens auto-focus. This feature should only be used at the direction of VIAVI support.
Panmotor Calibration
Recalibrate the motor used to pan the FVAm microscope lens between fibers. This feature should only be used at
the direction of VIAVI support.
Power Options
The following options can be used to conserve power on the FVAm microscope.
Screen Dim• Never• 1 minute (default)• 5 minutes• 10 minutes• 15 minutes• 30 minutes

Dim the screen after the set amount of time.

Auto Off• Never• 1 minute• 5 minutes• 10 minutes (default)• 15 minutes• 30 minutes

Turn the FVAm microscope off after the set amount of time

Touchscreen Cal
Calibrate the touchscreen. For information, see “Calibrating the touchscreen” on page 2-15.
Colorblind Mode
Turn colorblind mode on or off (default). Colorblind mode adjusts colors to make information on the touchscreeneasier for persons with red-green color sensitivity to distinguish.

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Screen Brightness
Set the brightness of the built-in screen to 100% (default), 80%, 60%, 40%, or 20%.
USB Connect Mode
Full Speed

Set the USB connection to operate at USB 2.0 speed.

High Speed

Set the USB connection to operate at USB 1.1 speed.

Auto (default)

Set the USB connection to operate at the highest speed available.

System Information
Label

Information

SNO

Device ID

LBL

Device serial number

FCC ID

Federal Communications Commission ID number

IC

Industry Canada ID number.

TELEC

Telecom Engineering Center Radio Equipment Conformity Certification number.

REV

Hardware revisionFW

Firmware revision

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FiberChekPRO facilitates firmware management by identifying available firmware update versions for each device
it supports, including FVAm Series Benchtop MPO Autofocus Microscopes.
Updating the firmware
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.
If the FVAm microscope is running an earlier firmware version and FiberChekPRO is set up toautomatically check for updates at startup, the New Firmware dialog appears on the Import page of theFiberChekPRO application window, prompting you to download the updated firmware to your computer.
Do the following:▪ In the New Firmware dialog, click Download Now.

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Firmware update▪ In the FiberChekPRO Setup dialog, click Download for the Sidewinder/FVAm model.

▪ When the download is completed, click OK in the FiberChekPRO Setup navigation pane to return to
the Import page.
Step 2On the Setup menu, select the microscope.

Step 3. On the Setup page for the microscope, select the Firmware option in the navigation pane, and then click
Update Firmware.

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Firmware update

Step 4In the Firmware Update dialog, click Next to view available language packs. Select the check box for eachpack you want to enable, and then click Update.

Note:

Enabling multiple language packs increases the amount of time the firmware update requires.

Step 5Click Update to start the update.

Step 6

When the update is successfully completed, click OK to reboot the FVAm microscope.

After the microscope reboots, it automatically reconnects to FiberChekPRO.
Step 7

Access the Firmware option on the Setup page for the microscope, and note the firmware version.
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Appendix C System reset
When required, you can perform a system reset to return the firmware running on an FVAm microscope to an
earlier version. From that version, you can update to the firmware version you require. This facilitates maintaining
firmware version stability and uniformity across a fleet of deployed microscopes.
Note:

If you must return to an earlier version of the firmware, you must first perform a system reset. You canthen update to a firmware version later than the version defined by the system-reset threshold.

Important:

VIAVI strongly recommends that you refer to the document Standardizing Device Firmware for
information about the system reset process, including limitations, before you perform thisprocedure.

Important:

A system reset deletes all test results, custom optical settings, custom connector definitions, andcustom analysis profiles stored on the microscope, and restores all factory-set options (see Table 2-4
on page 2-19). Therefore, before you start a system reset, ensure that all required test results aretransferred to a computer (see “Managing data stored on the FVAm microscope” on page 3-11) andall required custom options are available on FiberChekPRO (refer to the FiberChekPRO AutomatedFiber Inspection and Analysis Software User Manual, which you can access from the FiberChekPRO
Help menu).

Performing a system reset
Step 1Connect the FVAm microscope to FiberChekPRO.

Step 2On the Setup menu, select the microscope.

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System reset

Step 3. On the Setup page for the microscope, select the Firmware option in the navigation pane, and then click
System Reset.

Note:

The System Reset button is available only while the firmware version installed on the FVAm microscopeis either the same version defined by the system-reset threshold or a later version.

Step 4

Click Next to either download the system reset package or proceed to the next dialog.

Note: The system reset package is downloaded only during a first-time system reset.

A dialog containing warning information appears.

Step 5

Review the information, and then click Reset to start the system reset.

Note: A system reset can take several minutes to complete.

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Step 6

System reset

When the system reset is successfully completed, click OK to reboot the FVAm microscope.

After the microscope reboots, it automatically reconnects to FiberChekPRO.
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