EXFO FTB-500 User Manual

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User Guide

FTB-500

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Table of contents

Document Outline

Certification Information
1 Introducing the FTB-500
- Main Features
- LED Indicators Description
- Function Buttons Description
- Power Sources
- Automatic Fan Speed Management
- Conventions
2 Safety Information
- Other Safety Symbols on Your Unit
- Laser Safety Information
- Electrical Safety Information
3 Getting Started with Your Unit
- Grounding Your Unit
- Positioning Your Unit
- Inserting and Removing Test Modules
- Turning On Your Unit
- Turning Off Your Unit
- Configuring Your Unit At First Startup
- Accessing and Exiting ToolBox
- Starting Module Applications
- Using the On-Screen (Virtual) Keyboard
- Working with Windows 8.1 Pro
- Right-Clicking with the Touchscreen
- Installing or Upgrading the Applications
- Installing EXFO LabVIEW Drivers
- Activating Software Options
- Installing Third-Party Software on Your Unit
- Protecting your Unit with an Antivirus Software
- Securing your Unit Using the Kensington Lock
- Using a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB Devices
- Configuring an External Monitor
4 Setting Up Your FTB-500
- Adjusting Brightness
- Adjusting Microphone and Speaker Volume
- Recalibrating the Touchscreen
- Customizing the Right-Click Feature
- Enabling or Disabling the Automatic Logon
- Selecting the Startup Applications
- Configuring Network Printers
- Selecting the Language of Operation
- Setting Date and Time Formats
- Adjusting the Date, Time and Time Zone
- Configuring the Power Management Options
- Setting ToolBox Behavior
- Configuring the Internet Options
- Configuring Parameters via Windows Mobility Center
- Setting Communication Parameters
- Setting Other Parameters
5 Working with Your Unit
- Printing Documents
- Viewing PDF Files
- Taking Screen Captures
- Browsing the Web
- Accessing the Internet with a 3G USB Modem Key
- Retrieving the GPS Location of Your Unit
- Managing Favorites
- Using the Calculator
- Using the Text Editor
- Accessing Other Tools
6 Using the Optional Built-In Power Meter and VFL
7 Inspecting Fibers with a Probe
8 Managing Data
- Viewing Disk Space and Managing Files
- Transferring Data via Bluetooth
- Connecting to a Wireless Network
- Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter
- Freeing Up Disk Space with the Disk Cleanup Utility
- Connecting to a VPN from Your Unit
- Using Your Unit as an FTP Server
9 Accessing Your Unit Remotely
- Working with Remote Desktop
- Working With TightVNC
- Adding Exceptions to the Firewall
10 Preparing for Automation
- Linking Units with the Ethernet Port
- Linking Units with the Serial Port
- Getting Optimum Performance from Your Unit
- Changing Communication Settings
- Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit
- Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated Application
11 Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment
- Standard Status Data Structure
- SCPI Command Structure
- Consulting Data Types
- Writing Remote Control Code
- Error Message Format
- Working with EXFO COM Objects
- Working with EXFO LabVIEW Drivers
- Using the EXFO Getting Started Applications
- Building and Using Custom VIs
- Monitoring Remote Commands
12 Maintenance
- Cleaning Detector Ports
- Cleaning VFL-Type Connectors
- Cleaning the Touchscreen
- Recharging the Batteries
- Replacing Batteries
- Viewing Battery Status
- Recalibrating the Batteries
- Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFL
- Managing Windows Updates
- Replacing Fuses (Eight-Slot Model Only)
- Recalibrating the Unit
- Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)
13 Troubleshooting
- Solving Common Problems
- Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation
- Accessing the Online Documentation
- Contacting the Technical Support Group
- Viewing System Information
- Retrieving Network Interfaces Information
- Transportation
14 Warranty
- General Information
- Liability
- Exclusions
- Certification
- Service and Repairs
- EXFO Service Centers Worldwide
A Technical Specifications
B Data Types
- Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2
- Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2
- Applicable Data Types for Input—SCPI
- Special Numeric Values Received on Output
C IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference
- IEEE 488.2 Commands–Quick Reference
- IEEE 488.2 Required Commands
- Specific Commands—Quick Reference
- Specific Commands
D SCPI-Based Errors
E COM Properties and Events
- ActiveX (COM/DCOM)—Quick Reference
- Properties
- Events
F Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet
- Introducing TCP/IP over Telnet
- Features
- Activating TCP/IP over Telnet
- Executing SCPI Commands Over Telnet
- Releasing Modules
- Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet Protocol
Index

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