8000 Base Unit
Portable, modular platform designed for the construction,
validation and maintenance of optical fiber networks
User Manual
8000 Base Unit
Portable, modular platform designed for the construction,
validation and maintenance of optical fiber networks
User Manual
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Manual
This guide is a product of JDSU's Technical Information Development Department. This manual gives you the main information to install, start and use the 8000 Base Unit.WEEE Directive
Compliance
JDSU has established processes in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, 2002/96/EC.
This product should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste and should be collected separately and disposed of according to your national regulations. In the European Union, all equipment purchased from JDSU after 2005-08-13 can be returned for disposal at the end of its useful life. JDSU will ensure that all waste equipment returned is reused, recycled, or disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner, and in compliance with all applicable national and international waste legislation.
It is the responsibility of the equipment owner to return the equipment to JDSU for appropriate disposal. If the equipment was imported by a reseller whose name or logo is marked on the equipment, then the owner should return the equipment directly to the reseller.
Instructions for returning waste equipment to JDSU can be found in the Environmental section of JDSU’s web site at www.jdsu.com. If you have questions concerning disposal of your equipment, contact JDSU’s WEEE Program Management team at [email protected].
Table of Contents
About this guide
xv
Purpose and scope . . . .xvi
Assumptions . . . xvi
Technical assistance . . . xvi
Recycling Information . . . xvii
Conventions . . . xvii
Chapter 1
Introducing the Platform 8000
1
Terminology used in this manual . . . 2
Laser safety . . . 2
Laser classes . . . 3
Warning labels for the laser classes . . . 3
AC/DC and battery important safety instructions . . . 4
Architecture . . . 5
User interface . . . 6
Technology . . . 6
Mechanical strength . . . 6
Software . . . 7
Measurements . . . 7
Chapter 2
Starting up
9
Unpacking the instrument . . . 10
Table of Contents
Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000 . . . 10
Fitting and removing a module or receptacle . . . 10
Key principles . . . .11
Required tools . . . .11
Assembling the instrument . . . .11
Disconnecting the Module . . . 16
Required tools . . . 16
Disassembling the instrument . . . 16
Fitting and removing a floppy drive or CD-Rom drive . . . 17
Installing and removing a plug-in unit in a receptacle . . . 18
Choosing the position of the instrument on the work surface 19
Fitting the carrying handle or strap . . . 20
Battery management . . . 20
Battery Operating Limit . . . 20
Charging the batteries . . . 21
Connecting the mains adapter . . . 21
Charging . . . 21
Battery charging time . . . 21
Battery endurance . . . 21
Batteries thresholds . . . 22
Charge and On indicators . . . 23
Battery charge level display . . . 23
Access to the batteries . . . 24
Safety recommendations . . . 25
Switching the Platform 8000 on and off . . . 25
Switching on the Platform 8000 . . . 25
Switching off the Platform 8000 . . . 26
Reset . . . 27
Presentation page of the Platform 8000 . . . 27
Troubleshooting . . . 28
Chapter 3
Controls of the Platform 8000
29
Control interface . . . 30
TFT display screen . . . 31
Control buttons . . . 31
Indicators . . . 33
Direction keys . . . 33
Using an external keyboard, mouse and screen touch (options)
33
Virtual control buttons bar . . . 34
Table of Contents
Editing text using the external keyboard . . . 35
Editing . . . 35
Numeric Keypad . . . 38
Accessing the Platform 8000 from a PC . . . 39
Connecting the Platform 8000 to a PC . . . 39
Direct connection . . . 39
Connection via a local network . . . 40
Transfer of the interface of the Platform 8000 on to a PC . . . . 41
Accessing the hard disk of the Platform 8000 via a PC . . . 41
Creating a shortcut toward the Platform 8000 harddisk . . . 42
Connectors . . . 44
Right-hand side . . . 44
Rear panel . . . 44
Floppy disk or CD-ROM drive (option) . . . 46
Serial port (RS 232 - not used) . . . 46
SVGA connector . . . 47
CompactFlash port . . . 47
Chapter 4
System set-up
49
Principle of the set-up menus . . . 50
Configuring the instrument . . . 50
Validating several simultaneous functions . . . 53
Help . . . 53
Configuring the unit . . . 53
Factory Default Configuration . . . 54
Screen . . . 55
Country . . . 57
I/O Interface . . . 58
Utilities . . . 61
Printer . . . 62
Files (Formatted) . . . 63 Files (Screen) . . . 64Standalone results . . . 65
Expert Tools . . . 65
Software Upgrade . . . 65
Remote Display . . . 65
Table of Contents
Media utilities . . . 65
Formating a USB memory stick . . . 65
Formatting a CompactFlash card . . . 66
Formatting a CD . . . 66
Removing the USB memory stick . . . 66
Erase disk . . . 67
Locking the Platform 8000 . . . 67
Desktop Applications . . . 68
Chapter 5
LTS (Loss Test Set)
69
The principle of optical power and attenuation measurements . 70
Power measurements . . . 70
Attenuation measurements (optical link loss) . . . 70
Connection to the power meter and the source . . . 71
Configuring the LTS . . . 72
Configuring the measurement parameters of the power meter 72
Configuring the alarm parameters of the power meter . . . 73
Configuring and displaying the parameters of the source . . . . 74
Display of results and commands . . . 75
Result of the measurement in progress . . . 75
Table of results . . . 76
Commands of the power meter parameters . . . 76
Making a measurement . . . 77
Power measurement . . . 77
Optical link loss . . . 78
Setting the zero value of the power meter . . . 78
Carrying out the reference measurement . . . 78
Measurements on the fiber under test . . . 78
Performing an ORL Manual measurement with the Platform 8000
79
Establishing a reference for an ORL manual measurement . . 79
ORL Emitted power . . . 79
ORL Zero adjustment . . . 81
Measurement acquisition . . . 82
Storing and reloading LTS results . . . 83
File Setup . . . 83
Storing results . . . 83
Table of Contents
Chapter 6
VFL, Talkset and Data transfer
85
VFL and Talkset connectors . . . 86
Talkset connectors . . . 86
VFL connector . . . 86
Visible source function (VFL) . . . 86
«Talkset» optical telephone function . . . 87
«Data», the data transfer function . . . 88
VNC - Remote screen . . . 90
Chapter 7
Scope
93
Scope feature . . . 94
Scope connection . . . 94
Result display . . . 95
Camera mode . . . 95
Freeze mode . . . 96
File toolbar . . . 98
Saving a picture . . . 98
Loading a picture . . . 98
Mosaic Mode . . . 99
File toolbar . . . 101
Chapter 8
Desktop applications
103
PDF viewer . . . 104
Opening a PDF document . . . 104
Interacting with a PDF document . . . 104
Web browser . . . 105
Starting the web browser . . . 105
Setting the internet connection . . . 105
Platform 8000 Keys . . . 106
Virtual keyboard . . . 106
Opening a PDF document . . . 107
Leaving the web browser . . . 107
Chapter 9
File management
109
File menu . . . 110
Table of Contents
Storage media . . . 110
Storage media built into the Base Unit . . . .111
External USB storage media . . . .111
Standard Compact Flash card (8000 platform only) . . . .113
Remote Base Unit and data transfer . . . .113
Abbreviations for storage media . . . .113
Directory edit function . . . 114
Selection of directories . . . .114
Edition of directories . . . 114
Create Directory . . . .115 Rename Directory . . . .115 Edit . . . .115 Remove a directory . . . .116File editing function . . . 116
File Format and Type . . . 117
File Types . . . .117
Format of files . . . .117
Easy file selection . . . 117
Rename File . . . 118
Sorting the files . . . 118
Copying one / several file(s) . . . 119
Merging txt Files . . . 119
Send by mail . . . 120
CD-Rom burning . . . 121
Chapter 10
Maintenance
123
Maintenance procedure . . . 124
Returning an instrument . . . 124
Guarantee conditions . . . 125
Cleaning . . . 125
Cleaning plates and housings . . . 125
Cleaning the screen . . . 125
Precautions relating to optical connections . . . 125
Cleaning the optical cable connector . . . 126
Cleaning the optical connections of the Platform 8000 . . . 126
Installing a new version of the software . . . 126
Where and how to obtain the new software . . . 126
Downloading from Internet . . . 127
Installation from a PC . . . 127
Installation from the harddisk of a PC . . . 127
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Installation from Ethernet . . . 131
Installation from a CD-ROM . . . 132
Installation from a CompactFlash memory card . . . 133
Installation from a USB memory stick . . . 134
Replacement of the small PCB battery (for backup) . . . 136
Checking the battery . . . 136
General information on warranty . . . 137
Hardware Warranty . . . 137
Touchscreen calibration . . . 138
Chapter 11
Technical specifications
139
Display . . . 140
Screen . . . 140
Memory . . . 140
Input/Output . . . 140
Power supply . . . 141
Battery . . . 141
Mains adapters . . . 141
Dimensions - Weight . . . 142
Environment . . . 142
Temperature . . . 142
Humidity . . . 142
EMI/ESD . . . 143
Drop test . . . 143
Shocks . . . 143
Bumps . . . 143
Vibration . . . 143
Flammability . . . 143
Characteristics of the options . . . 144
Power meter of the LTS option . . . 144
Talkset . . . 144
Laser sources of the LTS option . . . 144
Manual ORL . . . 145
VFL . . . 145
Chapter 12
Options and accessories
147
References of options for the Platform 8000 mainframe . . . 148
References of modules . . . 150
Table of Contents
References of scopes and associated accessories . . . 151
References of accessories . . . 151
Appendix A RoHS Information
153
Concerned products : 8000 Base Unit . . . 154
Concerned products : 8000 Base Unit . . . 155
About this guide
The Platform 8000 of JDSU provides a portable, modular platform designed for the construction, validation and maintenance of optical fiber networks.
The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Purpose and scope” on page xvi
– “Assumptions” on page xvi – “Technical assistance” on page xvi – “Recycling Information” on page xvii – “Conventions” on page xvii
About this guide
Purpose and scope
Purpose and scope
The purpose of this guide is to help you successfully use the Platform 8000 features and capabilities. This guide includes task-based instruc-tions that describe how to install, configure, use, and troubleshoot the Platform 8000. Additionally, this guide provides a complete description of JDSU’s warranty, services, and repair information, including terms and conditions of the licensing agreement.
Assumptions
This guide is intended for novice, intermediate, and experienced users who want to use the Platform 8000 effectively and efficiently. We are assuming that you are familiar with basic telecommunication concepts and terminology.
Technical assistance
If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this product, call or e-mail JDSU’s Technical Assistance Center for customer support.
Table 1
Technical assistance centers
Region Phone Number
Americas Telecom Products
866 228 3762
World Wide: 301 353 1550
Europe, Africa, and Mid-East +49 (0) 7121 86 1345 (Europe) [email protected] +33 (0) 1 30 81 50 60 (JDSU France) [email protected] +49 (0) 6172 59 11 00 (Germany) [email protected] Asia and the Pacific
Southeast Asia, Austra-lia, and New Zealand
+852 2892 0990 (Hong Kong) +86 10 6833 7477
(Beijing-China)
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Recycling Information
During off-hours, you can request assistance by doing one of the following:
– leave a voice mail message at the Technical Assistance number in your region
– e-mail North American Technical Assistance Center, [email protected], or European Technical Assistance Center, [email protected] – submit your question using our online Technical Assistance Request
form at www.jdsu.com.
Recycling Information
JDSU recommends that customers dispose of their instruments and peri-pherals in an environnmentally sound manner. Potential methods include reuse of parts or whole products and recycling of products components, and/or materials.
Waste Electrical and electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
In the European Union, this label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. Il should be deposited at an appro-priate facility to enable recovery and recycling.
Conventions
This guide uses naming conventions and symbols, as described in the following tables.
Table 2
Typographical conventions
Description Example
User interface actions appear in this typeface.
On the Status bar, click
Start.Use the Direction char-acter tag for this convention. Buttons or switches that you
press on a unit appear in this
T
YPEFACE.Press the
O
Nswitch.Use the Switch character tag for this convention.Code and output messages appear in this typeface.
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Conventions
Table 4
Symbol conventions
Text you must type exactly as shown appears in this type-face.Type: a:\set.exe in the dia-log box the CodeDirection character tag for this conven-tion.
Variables appear in this type-face.
Type the new hostname.Use the Emphasis character tag for this convention.
Book references appear in this typeface.
Refer to Newton’s Telecom Dictionary
A vertical bar | means “or”: only one option can appear in a single command.
platform [a|b|e]
Square brackets [ ] indicate an optional argument.
login [platform name]
Slanted brackets < > group required arguments.
<password>
Table 3
Keyboard and menu conventions
Description Example
A plus sign + indicates simul-taneous keystrokes.
Press Ctrl+s
A comma indicates consecu-tive key strokes.
Press Alt+f,s
A slanted bracket indicates choosing a submenu from menu.
On the menu bar, click
Start > Program Files.
Table 2
Typographical conventions (Continued)
Description Example
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Conventions
Table 5
Safety definitions
This symbol represents a risk of electrical shock.
NOTE
This symbol represents a Note indicating related information or tip. This symbol, located on the equipment or its packaging, indicates that the equipment must not be disposed of in a land-fill site or as municipal waste, and should be disposed of according to your national
regulations.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
About this guide
1
Chapter 1
Introducing the Platform 8000
The JDSU Platform 8000 is a portable, modular platform designed for the construction, commissioning and maintenance of fiber optic networks. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows:
– “Terminology used in this manual” on page 2 – “Laser safety” on page 2
– “AC/DC and battery important safety instructions” on page 4 – “Architecture” on page 5
– “User interface” on page 6 – “Technology” on page 6 – “Mechanical strength” on page 6 – “Software” on page 7
Chapter 1 Introducing the Platform 8000
Terminology used in this manual
Terminology used in this manual
To designate the modules making up the Platform 8000, the following conventions have been adopted:
– User Interface Module designates the module comprising the screen and controls.
– Battery Pack designates the basic module for battery operation.
– Backplate designates the basic module for mains operation.
– Module designates, for example, the OSA 160 or the OSA200.
– Receptacle designates the module that can receive plug-in units.
– Plug-in designates an element that can be plugged into a receptacle (test plug-ins: OTDR, CD, PMD, WDM, etc.).
Laser safety
The provisions contained in two standards define the safety procedures to be observed both by users and by manufacturers when utilizing laser products:
Fig. 1 Designations of sub-assemblies of the Platform
8000 User Interface Module Receptacle Module Plug-ins Battery Pack
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Laser safety
– EN 60825-1: 2001 - Safety of laser products – Part 1: Classification of products, requirements and user guidelines.
– FDA 21 CFR § 1040.10 - Performance standards for light-emitting products - Laser products.
Due to the range of possible wavelengths, power values and injection characteristics of a laser beam, the risks inherent in its usage vary. The laser classes form groups representing different safety thresholds.
Laser classes
Standards EN 60825-1, Edition 1.2, 2001-08 and FDA21CFR§1040.10: – Talkset option: Class 1.– VFL option: Class 2.
Warning labels
for the laser
classes
Due to the reduced dimensions of the optical modules, it is not possible to attach the required warning labels to them. In line with the provisions of Article 5.1 of the EN 60825-1 standard, the laser class identification labels are shown below:
The user must take the necessary precautions concerning the optical output of the instrument and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Reference standard EN 60825-1, Edition 1.2, 2001-08 FDA21CFR§1040.10
Class 1
Class 2
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
LASER RADIATION - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
Measurements on optical fibers are difficult to execute and the preci-sion of the results obtained depends largely on the precautions taken by the user.
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AC/DC and battery important safety instructions
AC/DC and battery important safety instructions
The Platform 8000 is supplied with a Lithium Ion rechargeable battery.
Batteries supplied by JDSU incorporate protection means.
If another adapter or battery is used, it may damage the Platform 8000 itself. Using the Platform 8000 with batteries other than those supplied by the manufacturer of the Platform 8000 may entail risks of fire or explo-sion.
– The battery may explode, leak or catch fire: - if it is exposed to high temperature or fire - if it is opened or dismantled.
Other basic safety precautions are as follows:
– Do not use AC/Adapter/Charger outdoors or in wet or damp loca-tions
– Connect the AC/Adapter/Charger to the correct mains voltage, as indicated on the ratings label.
– This product is intended to be used with a 3-wire grounding-type plug (a plug that has a grounding pin). This safety feature is vital to the safe operation of the instrument. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type by modifying the plug or using an adapter. – Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord, and do not locate
the product where people can walk on the power cord.
– Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric chock from lightning.
– Do not use this product in the vicinity of a gas leak or in any explo-sive environment.
– Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous, high voltage points and other hazards. Contact qualified service personnel for all service.
In conformance with the recommendations of standard EN 61010, the instrument should be operated within the manufacturer’s guidelines. Failure to do so may compromise the protection offered by the instru-ments design.
Do not use any mains adaptor or battery other than those supplied with the instrument, or supplied by JDSU as an option for this instru-ment.
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Architecture
The Platform 8000 is equipped with two mains: – a main supply for optical configurations
– a high power supply for configurations with at least one Transport Module.
Architecture
The architecture of the Platform 8000 is based on the superimposition of modules and receptacles to accommodate interchangeable plug-in measurement units. This structure adapts to current applications in fiber optics and will adapt to future applications.
By the addition of modules and receptacles, a lightweight battery-oper-ated field instrument suitable for optical network maintenance can be converted into a complete apparatus with a high-level of performance and functions for the installation and upgrading of fiber optic networks. Modules and plug-in units are easily interchangeable in the field, reducing the number of instruments to be carried.
Whatever its configuration, the Platform 8000 has a user interface module with screen and controls, fixed to a base: either a finishing back-plate, if the instrument is to be used only on the mains, or a module containing the batteries.
Maximum configuration of the Platform 8000
In addition to the user interface module and the rear module, the Platform 8000 can include up to four measurement modules, including two recep-tacle modules, each able to accommodate two plug-ins.
Chapter 1 Introducing the Platform 8000
User interface
User interface
The topmost element of the Platform 8000 constitutes the user interface. It is equipped with:
– a 10.4 inch TFT color screen, standard or high visibility (optimized for outdoor use), which can be touchscreen
– hard keys or tactile keys (option)
– numerous functions such as Fault Locator VFL (Visual Fault Loca-tion), source power meter, optical microscope, talkset, etc. – remote front panel function, data transfer, etc.
The particularly simple user interface means familiarity with the instru-ment is quickly attained. This interface remains the same, irrespective of the options and modules with which the instrument may be equipped. An external keyboard and a mouse (on option) facilitate data input.
Technology
The Platform 8000 employs multi-tasking for the simultaneous perfor-mance of several operations (such as acquisition, parameters modifica-tion, trace analysis, printing) and several functions (for example OSA, OTDR or BERT measurements).
The measurement results can be stored in the internal memory (16 Mb), or on the following options:
– hard disk (min 10 Gb), – floppy disk or CD ROM,
– plug-in media (USB memory stick or Flash compact memory).
Mechanical strength
Although it is extremely light, the housing of the Platform 8000 can resist harsh environmental conditions:
– its rubber protectors give it high shock resistance – it resists water splashes.
The modules and receptacles are very simple to install, requiring only a single tool which is incorporated in the instrument.
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Software
Software
The software can be easily updated from a CD-ROM, the Ethernet, a USB stick or a Flash memory card.
Measurements
The Platform 8000 can be used to test fiber optic networks: – during the phase of design and production of equipment
– during the phase of installation and validation of such equipment in a network
Chapter 1 Introducing the Platform 8000
2
Chapter 2
Starting up
This chapter explains the operations to be carried out before using the Platform 8000.
The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Unpacking the instrument” on page 10
– “Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000” on page 10 – “Choosing the position of the instrument on the work surface” on
page 19
– “Battery management” on page 20
– “Switching the Platform 8000 on and off” on page 25 – “Presentation page of the Platform 8000” on page 27 – “Troubleshooting” on page 28
Chapter 2 Starting up
Unpacking the instrument
Unpacking the instrument
Remove the Platform 8000 and its accessories from the packing case. Check that the receptacles, modules and accessories ordered are all there.
If any part is missing or damaged please contact your local JDSU agent. The Platform 8000 is delivered with the following accessories:
– a user manual
– a backplate or a battery pack containing a battery which must be charged before use.
– a mains adapter used for mains operation of the instrument and battery charging (this adapter can also be delivered with the Trans-port Module).
– a soft carrying case (option) – a hard carrying case (option)
Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
– Assembly starts from the Interface module, which is placed face down on the work surface.
– The module(s) and receptacle(s) must then be fixed in place one after the other, using the key provided, which is fixed either inside the backplate or in the battery pack. Use this key to screw in the knurled knob at each corner.
– When the last module or receptacle has been fixed, put the key back in its place, then position the backplate module or the battery pack. Fix it by tightening the four screws at the corners.
Fitting and
removing a
module or
receptacle
Before installing or removing a module, review the key principles provided below, and gather the proper tools.
The Platform 8000 must be switched off, and if it is operating on the mains, its supply cable must be unplugged.
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Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
Key principles
When connecting or disconnecting modules, focus on the following prin-ciples to ensure a secure connection and avoid damaging the connec-tors:Alignment. Ensure that the holes on the corners of the Module or Battery Module are aligned with the holes on the component you are attaching it to. For example, if you are attaching the Optical Module to the base unit, ensure that the holes of the module are aligned with the holes on the base unit.
Parallel position. Ensure that you are holding the Module or Battery Module in a position parallel to the base unit or Module (as illustrated in Figure 6 on page 14). If either module is held at even a slight angle, there is a risk of damage to the connectors.
Proper torque. Ensure that you tighten the screw using the hex key (for the Module) or a flat blade screwdriver (for the Battery Module) until you feel a slight resistance, and then tighten it using an additional 1/4 turn. If you are using a torque wrench, apply 1.5 N-m (13.3 in-lb) to the final turn.
Required tools Large, flat blade screwdriver
You will need a large, flat blade screwdriver to remove and then replace the battery module on the base unit.
Hex key (provided)
A 5 mm hex key is provided in a groove on the inside panel of the battery module. This key is used to secure and then tighten the screws that connect the module to the base unit.
Torque wrench (optional)
If you want to ensure that you don’t apply too much pressure when connecting or disconnecting modules, you can optionally use a torque wrench capable of applying 1.5 N-m (13.3 in-lb). A torque wrench with the ability to apply up to 20 in-lb in 0.1 in-lb increments will be adequate. You will also need a 5 mm hex key bit for the wrench.
Assembling the
instrument
To connect the Module and Battery Module to a base unit
1 Verify that power is OFF on your base unit and that the power adapter is unplugged.
2 Using the large flat blade screwdriver, loosen each of the 4 slotted bolts on the back panel of the battery module (attached to the base unit), and then gently remove it from the base unit.
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Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
3 Remove the hex key from the groove on the inside panel of the battery module. See Figure 3.
4 The base unit and the Optical Module each have rectangular mating connectors (see Figure 4 and Figure 5 on page 13). These connec-tors must be aligned carefully before connecting the module to the base unit.
Fig. 3 Hex key groove in battery module
Fig. 4 Base Unit Mating Connector
Hex Key groove
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Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
To align the connectors properly:
a Position the Module over the base unit, with the Module’s mating connector directly over the mating connector on the base unit. b Verify that the holes on each corner of the Module are aligned
precisely with the holes on each corner of the base unit. c IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to connectors. Verify that you
are holding the Module in a position parallel to the base unit (see Figure 6). If the module is tilted at even a slight angle, the mating connectors may not connect properly, and you may damage the connectors.
Fig. 5 Module Mating Connector
Module Mating Connector
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Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
5 Slowly lower the Optical Module until it is just over the holes on the base unit, and then gently but firmly press the center of the module to attach it to the base unit.
6 Starting at the upper right corner, do the following:
a Hex key. Using the hex key that you removed from the battery module, tighten screws 1 through 4 (in the sequence illustrated in Figure 7) until you feel a slight resistance.
b Hex key or torque wrench. Use the hex key to tighten each screw one additional quarter-turn, or if you are using a torque wrench, tighten each screw by applying an additional 1.5 N-m (13.3 in-lb). Use the same sequence illustrated in Figure 7.
Fig. 6 Proper alignment of Module and Base Unit
Optical Module
Base Unit parallel position
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7 After the Optical Module is secured to the base unit, put the hex key back in the groove in the Battery Module, and then do the following: a Position the battery module over the Optical Module, with the
battery module’s mating connector directly over the mating connector on the Optical Module.
b Verify that the holes on each corner of the battery module are aligned precisely with the holes on each corner of the Optical Module.
c IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to connectors. Verify that you are holding the battery module in a position parallel to the Optical Module, similar to that illustrated in Figure 6 on page 14. If the module is tilted at even a slight angle, the mating connec-tors may not connect properly, and you may damage the connectors.
8 Slowly lower the Battery Module until it is just over the holes on the Optical Module, and then gently but firmly press the center of the Battery Module to attach it to the Optical Module.
9 Starting at the upper right corner, do the following:
a Using the large flat blade screwdriver, tighten screws 1 through 4 until you feel a slight resistance. Use the same sequence illus-trated for the Optical Module screws in Figure 7.
Fig. 7 Sequence for securing and tightening the screws
1
2
3
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b Tighten each screw one additional quarter-turn in the sequence illustrated in Figure 7 on page 15, or, if you are using a torque wrench, tighten each screw an additional 1.5 N-m (13.3 in-lb). The Optical Module is connected to the base unit and can be used for testing.
Disconnecting
the Module
Before disconnecting the Optical Module from the base unit, review the “Key principles” on page 11 for assembling the instrument. The same principals apply when disassembling the various components.
Required tools Large, flat blade screwdriver
You will need a large, flat blade screwdriver to remove the battery module.
Hex key (provided)
A 5 mm hex key is provided in a groove on the inside panel of the battery module. This key is used to secure and then tighten the screws that connect the module to the base unit.
Torque wrench (optional)
If you want to ensure that you don’t apply too much pressure when connecting or disconnecting modules, you can optionally use a torque wrench capable of applying 13.3 in-lb. A torque wrench with the ability to apply up to 20 in-lb in 0.1 in-lb increments will be adequate. You will also need a 5 mm hex key bit for the wrench.
Disassembling the
instrument
To remove the Module from a base unit
1 Verify that power is OFF on your base unit and that the power adapter is unplugged.
2 Using the large flat blade screwdriver, loosen each of the 4 slotted bolts on the back panel of the battery module (attached to the base unit), and then gently remove the battery module.
3 Use the provided hex key to loosen screws 1 through 4 in the sequence illustrated in Figure 7 on page 15.
4 Turn the base unit over so the display is facing upwards.
5 Disconnect the Optical Module from the base unit by gently pressing upwards on the two lower bumpers of the base unit as illustrated in Figure 8.
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Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
IMPORTANT: When lifting the base unit, be certain to apply force directly over the base unit mating connector (illustrated in Figure 4 on page 12). The lower bumpers are located on the front (display) panel of the base unit, and they are parallel with the mating connector provided on the bottom (connector) panel. In Figure 8, the base unit mating connector is not visible; it is directly above the mating connector of the Optical Module.
6 After the base unit is completely disengaged from the Optical Module, lift it up further and place it elsewhere on your work surface. The instrument is disassembled.
Fitting and
removing a
floppy drive or
CD-Rom drive
To fit or remove a floppy drive or a CD-Rom drive:
– Turn the instrument sideways on the work surface
Fig. 8 Bumpers (Base Unit)
Press Up Bumpers
The Platform 8000 must be switched off, and if it is operating on the mains, its supply cable must be unplugged.
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Assembling the component parts of the Platform 8000
– Completely unscrew the 2 big screws located at each side of the the floppy or CD-Rom drive.
– Screw them back in the adjacent holes, located on the floppy or CD-Rom drive (or remove the caps).
– Pull on the screws to remove the plug-in. Unscrew the screws which will be used for the new plug-in.
– Set the new plug-in and screw it at each side of the plug-in.
Installing and
removing a
plug-in unit in a
receptacle
A plug-in may be put into either of the two slots provided for the purpose. When a slot is vacant, it is closed by means of a cover plate fitted with two captive screws like those used on the plug-in.
Removing a plug-in from a receptacle
Fig. 9 Move the screws to new holes to fit or remove the
drive
Screws
Fig. 10 Rear view of the Platform 8000
Captive screws fixing the plug-in
The Platform 8000 must be switched off and, if it is operating on the mains, its supply cable must be unplugged.
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Choosing the position of the instrument on the work surface
1 Unscrew the two captive fixing screws of the plug-in completely (up to the stop).
2 Carefully slide the plug-in out of its slot.
Inserting a plug-in unit into a receptacle
1 Slide the plug-in into its slot.
2 When the plug-in is fully home, press firmly on the screen-printed face of the plug-in while tightening the clamping screws. The screen-printed face of the plug-in must be flush with that of the receptacle.
3 Make sure that the two large captive screws of the plug-in are screwed fully home.
Choosing the position of the instrument on the work surface
Depending on the conditions of use of the Platform 8000, the instrument may be placed on a flat surface or held in the hand.
When used on a work surface, the Platform 8000 should be supported on its stay, which can be set in either of two positions, depending on whether the user is standing or sitting.
To change the stay from “seated user” position to “standing user” posi-tion, press both sides to slide the stay towards the upper end of its groove, as shown in the drawings below.
The Platform 8000 must be switched off and, if it is operating on the mains, its supply cable must be unplugged.
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Battery management
Fitting the
carrying handle
or strap
When the Platform 8000 is used hand-held, the carrying strap may be fitted instead of the handle.
The strap (or the handle) is fastened with quick-fitting attachments on each side of the modules.
– To fit a strap (or a handle), position each stud against the attach-ment point provided for the purpose on the sides of the cover, and press.
– To detach the strap (or handle) from the instrument, lift the stud away from its attachment to open the internal clip, and pull.
Battery management
1
The batteries supplied with the Platform 8000 must be fully charged before use.
The instructions below apply if either a single battery or two Lithium Ion type batteries are installed in the battery pack.
Battery
Operating Limit
The Platform 8000 forbides operation on batteries above 60 W total power consumption with one battery, and above 120W with two batteries at equivalent charge level.
However, this is only a first level of security; another hardware security feature can stop the unit if the battery/batteries is/are too hot (refer to “Battery endurance” on page 21).
Fig. 12 Attachment of strap or handle
Fixing attachment for carrying strap or
handle Handle
Handle fixing clip
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Charging the
batteries
Connecting the
mains adapter
– At the side of the Platform 8000 (bottom right-hand corner), lift up the power supply socket protector and plug in the mains adapter. – Connect the adapter to the mains. The On/Off indicator lamp starts
to blink.
Charging
If the instrument is fitted with batteries, on connection to the mains: – if the user does not press ON within 20 seconds, the batteries will goon to rapid charge. In this case, the Charge indicator will go on. – if the user presses the ON key before rapid charge begins, the
instrument starts up and the batteries will be charged at low rate during use.
If there are two batteries, they will be charged one after the other. As soon as the batteries are fully charged, the Charge indicator lamp goes off.
Battery charging
time
If the battery is completely discharged, the time taken to recharge is: – about 2.5 hours, if the apparatus is not in use (On/Off indicator off) – about 9 hours if the instrument is used during charging (On/Off
indi-cator On).
Battery endurance
One standard battery is only guaranteed to deliver 30W at ambient temperature. During discharge, battery increases its temperature. Above 30W at ambient temperature, the message Battery too hot, please turn power off may be displayed on the screen, inviting the user to shut off the equipment.Use only the mains adapter supplied with the Platform 8000. The adapter for some other electronic device may appear to be identical, but entails a risk of damage to the Platform 8000.
It is essential to wait until charging is complete to ensure maximum independent operating time, which may otherwise be considerably reduced.
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Battery management
The user may or may not shutt off the product but the product may shut off later by itself, without warning.
Two standard batteries at equivalent level of charge can deliver a minimum of 60W at ambient temperature. Above 60W, the message Battery too hot, please turn power off may be displayed on the screen, inviting the user to shut off the equipment.
The user may or may not shutt off the product but the product may shut off later by itself, without warning.
Batteries
thresholds
According to the configuration of your Platform 8000, thresholds are defined according to the use of one or two batteries.
Conditions of use Endurance
Normal operation, with low backlight strength, SR type OTDR plug-in (12 acquisitions of 30 s per hour, and auto-off))
up to 11 hrs. Operation with low backlight strength, in accordance with
Bellcore/Telcor-dia recommendation GR-196-CORE (12 acquisitions of 30 s per hour, no auto-off
up to 7 hrs.
Under continuous measurement, with SR type OTDR module: - with normal screen backlight strength
- with high screen backlight strength
5 hrs. 4 hrs. With Transport Module, using 2 batteries > 2 hrs
1 x 6600m AH battery 2 x 6600mAH batteries at 100% of charge 2 x 6600mAH batteries at C1 and C2 percentage of charge
Power limit accepted by the software to run a set of functions on batteries
58 Watts 89 Watts Algorithm depending on C1 and C2. Example:
If C2 = 10% and C1 = 30%, Pmax = 83 Watts
Power limit accepted to rescue the unit after a mains disconnec-tion (all funcdisconnec-tions will be immediately unse-lected after the res-cue if power is higher than the power accepted for batteries)
66 Watts 132 Watts Algorithm depending on C1 and C2. Example:
If C2 = 10% and C1 = 30%, Pmax = 122 Watts
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An example:
If the MTS8000 is connected to a 150 Watts external power supply: – Actual power consumption is of 40 Watts and we disconnect the
mains: the battery will run the product.
– Actual power consumption is of 60 Watts and we disconnect the mains: the battery will run the product but ISU software will immedi-ately shut all the selected function off.
– Actual power consumption is of 70 Watts and we disconnect the mains: the battery is not connected and the unit will shut down brutally.
Charge and On
indicators
– On indicator blinking: the instrument is switched off but connected to an external power source.
– On steady: the instrument is operating, either on batteries or with an external power source.
– Charge indicator on: the instrument is connected to an external power source and the batteries are on charge.
Battery charge
level display
When one or two batteries are installed in the instrument, their charge level is displayed in green in a graphic in the top left-hand corner of the screen and also as a charge percentage. Example: .
A yellow or red suqare is displayed under the battery charge level display when the main is disconnected from the equipment:
– : power budget is between 58W and 70W with one battey, and between 89W and 120W with two batteries. In this case, once AC/DC adapter is unplugged, the mainframe will delay for 1 minute and, if the adapter is not reconnected, the unit will deselect all func-tions available.
Those limits are the one accepted by the software but in any case, a battery delivering 58 Watts will heat very fast and its hardware security can potentially be activated before the unit shuts down by itself because of a too high temperature. The power limit delivered by a battery for a long term is around 30 Watts.
It is essential to wait until charging is complete for maximum battery endurance, otherwise this may be considerably reduced and the level of charge may not be correctly displayed.
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– : when the AC/DC adapter is disconnected, the battery/ batteries will not be able to set in backup mode (power budget greater than 70W with one battery, and greater than 120W with 2 batteries). The unit will shut off automatically.
When the instrument is in use, if there are two batteries, they both discharge gradually. The instrument operates initially on the battery with the higher level of charge, then switches over automatically from one to the other as they lose their charge.
– If the battery charge level is too low (less than 10%), a message is displayed. In this situation, results must be stored and the Platform 8000 switched off (ON/OFF button).
– When the battery charge level drops below 5%, an audio signal is emitted at intervals and an exclamation point is displayed next to the icon . When the level becomes too low, the instrument switches off automatically after saving the current configuration.
Access to the
batteries
– Switch off the instrument and disconnect the mains supply. – Turn the instrument face down on the work surface.
– Slacken the captive screws at the four corners with a coin and unscrew them.
– Lift the battery pack to disconnect it from the base, withdraw it and turn it over on the work surface.
– Unscrew the two central knurled screws (a) and remove the cover of the battery pack.
The batteries can then be removed, taking care not to damage the connectors into which they are plugged.
NOTE
The battery charge level indication is displayed in orange, when a communication issue occured.
Fig. 13 Battery seatings
Key
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Switching the Platform 8000 on and off
When putting the batteries back into their seatings, make sure that their connectors engage correctly with those of the module. Then fit the battery pack back on to the base.
Safety
recommendatio
ns
The Lithium Ion batteries are designed for maximum safety. In particular, each cell is provided with a safety valve to prevent excessive internal pressure in the event of overcharging or exposure to very high tempera-tures.
If you do not intend to use the Platform 8000 for several weeks, it is advis-able to remove the batteries in order to prolong their useful life, and to recharge them fully before using them again.
In case of communication problems with the battery,informed to the user, the battery charging information is no more actualized.
Restart the equipment to restore the communication with battery.
Switching the Platform 8000 on and off
The mains adapter is used not only for charging the battery (if the battery pack is installed), but also for operating the Platform 8000 on the mains, if a mains socket is at hand, to save the battery.
Switching on
the Platform
8000
Switching on using the battery
– Press the ON/OFF key. The On indicator lights up.
– The JDSU logo appears on the screen briefly, then an autotest is carried out, the software is installed (this just takes a few seconds), then the screen goes dark for about three seconds. Finally the opening screen appears (see "Presentation page of the Platform 8000" page 27).
Make sure that the connectors of the battery pack engage properly with those of the base. Tighten the knurled screws at the four corners, as securing the battery pack by the connectors alone will not ensure uninterrupted operation.
Use only the batteries supplied with the Platform 8000. Batteries sup-plied with other electronic devices may appear to be identical, but entail a risk of damage to the Platform 8000.
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Switching the Platform 8000 on and off
Mains operation
If the instrument is to operate on the mains:
– lift the protective cover over the power supply socket on the side of the Platform 8000 (bottom right-hand corner) and plug in the mains adapter.The JDSU logo shows briefly and is followed by an autotest. Then the On indicator starts to blink: the instrument is ready to start up.
– press the ON key (if this is not done, and the instrument is equipped with a battery, it will switch over to rapid charging of the battery after about 20 seconds).
Switching off
the Platform
8000
While the Platform 8000 is operating, press the ON/OFF button to switch it off.
NOTE
It is possible to switch over from battery to mains operation, or vice versa, without loss of data.
The module cannnot be swapped when the unit is ON or AC powered
In the event of an unexpected mains power cut, if there is no battery, the current results and configuration will not be saved. Next time the instrument is switched on, it will return to its initial configuration.
Disconnect the jack connector of the AC/DC power supply before disconnecting the AC/DC mains
NOTE
When the instrument is switched off using the ON/OFF button, current results and configuration are saved. Next time the ON/OFF key is pressed, they are recalled.
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Presentation page of the Platform 8000
Reset
If the Platform 8000 freezes, prolonged pressure (about 4 s.) on the ON/ OFF key will reset the instrument.Presentation page of the Platform 8000
The presentation page of the instrument is called up by pressing the
SYSTEM button, followed by Page Help. It also appears when the instru-ment is switched on.
This page shows:
1 the version of the software installed in the instrument,
2 the hardware options: CD-RW, hard disk, floppy disk drive, modem, talkset, power meter, VFL. Those that are installed in the instrument are marked with a green tick.
3 the modules installed (including serial number and date of last cali-bration) as well as any batteries present (including serial number). 4 Click on Services Data to replace the software version list by the services data (CPU, Memory, CPU board, and screen reference) NOTE
With mains, wait for the message «It is now safe to unplug external power» or for the black screen before unpluging the main plug.
Fig. 14 Example of presentation screen
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Solution
Nothing happens when the
ON/OFF key is pressed.
Make sure that an internal battery is present or the mains adapter is properly connected.
You are using the Platform 8000 in the ordinary way when it suddenly switches off.
The parameters of the instrument may have been set so that it switches off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity to save the battery. Work in progress is first saved in the memory. See ."Screen saver" page 56. Otherwise, check the battery charge level.
The battery refuses to charge (the charge indicator does not go on when the instru-ment is connected to the mains and is not operating).
There is no battery in the instru-ment, or the battery is already fully charged.
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Chapter 3
Controls of the Platform 8000
This chapter describes the controls of the Platform 8000. The topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – “Control interface” on page 30
– “Using an external keyboard, mouse and screen touch (options)” on page 33
– “Editing” on page 35
– “Accessing the Platform 8000 from a PC” on page 39 – “Connectors” on page 44
– “Floppy disk or CD-ROM drive (option)” on page 46 – “Serial port (RS 232 - not used)” on page 46 – “SVGA connector” on page 47
– “CompactFlash port” on page 47
The Platform 8000 is a multi-tasking instrument: the user can simulta-neously carry out an acquisition, modify the configuration parameters, print out results and access the directory of the internal memory or the floppy disk.
In some cases, it is even possible to perform several measurement operations at the same time, but only the result of the function selected can be displayed.
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Control interface
Control interface
The Interface module of the Platform 8000 embodies the controls and display needed for measurement analysis:
– the display screen, with the associated menu keys on the right. – the ON/OFF button and the operating and battery charging
indica-tors.
– the general control buttons:
SYSTEM / SETUP/ PRINT / FILE / RESULTS
– the measurement control keys:
START/STOP & SCRIPT
– the indicators
– direction keys for scrolling through the menus and the central button for confirmation.
Fig. 15 Controls of the Interface module
Menu keys TFT color screen ON OFF Charge and On Print System File Setup Results Micro Script Start Stop Testing indicator (Test in progress) Direction keys (Selection/ Confirmation)
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Control interface
TFT display
screen
The Platform 8000 has a large, 10.4 inch TFT color screen, SVGA defi-nition (800 x 600 pixels), back-lit:
– either a standard TFT screen
– or a high visibility TFT screen, for best visibility outdoors and indoors.
The high visibility screen supplied may also be a touch screen (option).
The different zones of the screen
The display is divided into 3 zones:
1 the central zone, displaying the configuration or the results of measurements.
2 at the top, in the status bar, in the form of icons:
– type of power supply: mains or battery, and in the latter case, battery charge level (see "Battery charge level display" page 23).
– if the laser is activated, the icon , its wavelength, mode and power.
– if visual fault location (VFL) is activated, the icon and the mode.
– if data saving is in progress, the icon . – if the talkset is activated, the icon . – if a printing process is in progress, the icon – if the remote screen function is activated, the icon – if the Web Browser application is active, the icon – if a USB key is connected and ready to be used, the icon
(when it can be removed safely, the icon is displayed, in case of problem the icon is displayed)
– current date and time, as well as the synchronization icon if iit is
acti-vated in the System Setup page .
3 at the side, rigid function keys (or tactile on option).
Control buttons
The buttons below the screen provide the following functions:ON OFF
Main on/off switch.
This button allows to print a screenshot and/or measurement results on the configured printer.
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Control interface
SYSTEM
This button gives access to:
– selection of the different measurement or base functions – the configuration menus of the instrument (choice of module(s)
used), When the instrument is switched off, its configuration is stored in the memory, as are the measurement results.
– the configuration menus of the system (screen, date, language, print-out, etc.).Once you have pressed the System Setup key, you can select:
– the display parameters: screen illumination, automatic shut-down, validation of VGA output.
– the parameters specific to the country of use: date, time, format of date/time, language.
– the input/output parameters: optical switch, Ethernet, Modem, e-mail configuration.
– the validation of the loudspeaker
– the initialization of automatic shutdown of the instrument. For a complete description, see "System set-up" page 49.
SETUP
This button calls up the measurement configuration menu. This menu depends on the function in use.
RESULTS
This button calls up the results page (e.g. with OTDR module: reflectom-etry trace, results and table of results) and is used to analyze results.
FILE
This button calls up the file and directory management menu. It allows to:
– to choose the storage medium: internal memory, hard disk, floppy disk or CD-ROM, USB memory stick, Flash compact memory card; file name and format; information relating to the data stored in the file.
– to store files or retrieve them for selection, copying or deletion; with facilities for classifying them in directories and sub-directories. NOTE
The configuration menus can be displayed, and modified if required during acquisition or measurement.
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Using an external keyboard, mouse and screen touch (options)
Two buttons can be used to start a measurement:
START/STOP
Starts and stops the measurement.
SCRIPT
Is used to enter a sequence of commands and execute it.
Indicators
On/Off - blinking: the instrument, though connected to an external power source, is switched off.- on: the instrument is operating, either by battery or on an external power supply.
Charge on: the instrument is connected to an external power source and the batteries are on charge.
Testing on: at least one function is in measurement phase (for example, the laser emission pilot for an OTDR measurement).
Direction keys
The direction keys have two principal functions:Using an external keyboard, mouse and screen touch
(options)
The external keyboard facilitates input of: – alphanumerical configuration parameters – comments in the File menu
– notes in the table of results NOTE
All these functions, except PRINT and SYSTEM, depend on the mod-ules used and the measurements made: refer to the user manuals of the modules and plug-in measurement units of the Platform 8000.
– on the Results page, they are used to move the cursors or modify the zoom factor.
– on the set-up pages, they are used to scroll through the menus, the central button serving to select or confirm the parameter chosen.
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Using an external keyboard, mouse and screen touch (options)
– editing characters
The mouse can be used instead of the direction keys to scroll through menus and make a selection.
Connect the keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors.
Virtual control
buttons bar
It is possible to emulate hard keys with Virtual Control buttons
To display these buttons, click once on the top of the screen in the status bar, at the same height than the date and time.
The virtual control buttons bar is displayed during a few seconds. You may click on any of these buttons to obtain exactly the same results than using the real buttons in the front panel of the Platform 8000.
Equivalence
between
external
keyboard and
Platform 8000
Although it is intended primarily to replace the Edit menu of the Platform 8000, the external keyboard can replace all the buttons and keys of the Platform 8000 except the ON/OFFbutton:
– The menu keys to the right of the screen are replaced by the func-tion keys F1 to F7.
– The buttons below the screen are equivalent to Ctrl + a letter (see table below).
– The direction keys have the same function on the external keyboard and on the Platform 8000.
Fig. 16 Virtual control buttons bar
The virtual control buttons bar can not be displayed within desktop applications (see Chapter 8 “Desktop applications” page 103).
NOTE
This virtual control buttons bar is especially useful when the Platform 8000 screen is exported on a remote PC (see "Transfer of the inter-face of the Platform 8000 on to a PC" page 41).
Function on the Platform 8000 External keyboard
Chapter 3 Controls of the Platform 8000 Editing
Editing text
using the
external
keyboard
To use the external keyboard to insert a name or identification in the set-up menus, or a Note in the table of results:
– press Enter to go into the Edit menu – type the text
– press Enter to leave the Edit menu.
Pressing the Esc key will close the Edit menu without saving the text.
Editing
1
In the set-up menus, it is sometimes necessary to enter alphanumerical information for names of files or results or for comments.
To call up the Edit menu, select the name to be modified, then press the key. The Edit menu will appear.
This menu can be used to simulate a keyboard: it displays available char-acters and function keys. Some Edit menus may include keys specific to the current function.
SET-UP Ctrl + U PRINT Ctrl + P FILE Ctrl + F RESULTS Ctrl + R START/STOP Ctrl + S SCRIPT (Macro) Ctrl + M Menu keys 1 to 7 (from top to bottom) F1 F7
Save and quit (Exit) Entrée/Enter
QUITWITHOUTSAVING (ABORT) Escape/Echap.
Function on the Platform 8000 External keyboard
1.If an external keyboard is used, see "Using an external keyboard, mouse and screen touch (options)" page 33
