FastMT User Manual

[Pages:32]FastMTTM User Manual

FMT-080 FMT-200 FMT-400

Copyright

This manual is copyrighted ?2017 by FiberQA LLC, with all rights reserved. Under copyright laws, this manual may not be duplicated in whole or in part without the written consent of FiberQA. Product features, specifications, system requirements, and availability are subject to change without notice.

Published January 2017.

Credits

FastMTTM is a trademark of FiberQA, LLC. MTP? and PRIZM?-LightTurn? (PRIZM-LT) are registered trademarks of USConec, Ltd. All photographs and figures are the property of FiberQA, LLC.

System

This user manual refers to models FMT-080, FMT-200, and FMT-400. This user manual refers to software version 2.10.9 and above.

Warranty & Preventing Damage

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. FiberQA, LLC makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not

limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. FiberQA shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential

damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material. A copy of the specific warranty terms applicable to your FiberQA product and replacement

parts can be obtained from your FiberQA Sales and Service Office or Authorized dealer. For a FiberQA Limited Warranty Statement for FastMT products, and for warranty service

information, see the documentation provided with the product.

Questions & Feedback

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At FiberQA we are always looking for ways to improve our documentation. If you have any questions, comments, corrections, or suggestions, please feel free to contact us and let us know at (855) 323-4237 or info@.

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1. FastMT Overview

1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................. 6 1.2 Item Check List ....................................................................................................................... 7 1.3 Hardware Overview ............................................................................................................... 8 1.4 Data Sheet .............................................................................................................................. 9 1.5 Quick Start Guide ................................................................................................................. 10

2. Software Basics

2.1 Toolbar .................................................................................................................................. 12 2.2 Menus ................................................................................................................................... 14 2.3 Image Viewing Area ............................................................................................................. 20

3. FastMT Operation

3.1 Installing a Fixture ............................................................................................................... 26 3.2 Installing a Connector.......................................................................................................... 26 3.3 Choosing a Test Configuration............................................................................................ 27 3.4 Aligning the Image ............................................................................................................... 28 3.5 Focusing the Image ............................................................................................................. 28 3.6 Setting the Exposure............................................................................................................ 29 3.7 Image Acquisition & Processing.......................................................................................... 30 3.8 Processed Data Files ........................................................................................................... 31 3.9 Shutting Down ..................................................................................................................... 33

4. Settings & Preferences

4.1 Test Configuration Panel .................................................................................................... 36 4.2 Preferences Panel................................................................................................................. 42 4.3 Save Image Preferences Panel ........................................................................................... 51

5. Advanced Features

5.1 HDR Imaging......................................................................................................................... 58 5.2 Contrast Enhancement........................................................................................................ 60 5.3 Manual Fiber Fit.................................................................................................................... 60 5.4 Set Camera Tap Gains.......................................................................................................... 61

1. FastMT Overview

1.1 Introduction

FastMT is an automated fiber optic inspection system that partners state-of-the-art hardware with revolutionary software. The FastMT fiberscope images and processes each fiber based on a set of rules and criteria that meets IEC compliance or custom certifications. All fibers are in crisp focus, whether you are using an 80x, 200x, or high-resolution 400x model.

The LabVIEW?-based software is intuitive and easy to use...no more scrolling from fiber to fiber! Each connector is inspected in a matter of seconds and the pass/fail results are independent of operator use. Complete with single page printable reports, FastMT helps manufacturers and end-users verify the quality of their connectors in a fraction of the time with repeatable, reproducible, and reliable results.

Key Benefits

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Increase throughput

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Decrease labor costs

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Operator independent

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Repeatable, reproducible, reliable results

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Eliminates supply chain friction

Key Features

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Auto locate

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Auto focus

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Auto pass/fail

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Customizable settings

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Process MT-12 in as little as 12 seconds

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Display fibers simultaneously

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Single page reports for QA documentation

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Archived data and images

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Compatible with: MT, MTP?, LC, SC, QSFP, CPAK, PRIZM?-LT, MIL-Circular, and more!

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1.2 Item Checklist

Your FastMT comes with several critical items. Make sure that you store all parts together, in a secure and accessible location. Do not throw away licenses or documentation.

FastMT

The FastMT is a benchtop fiberscope. Place it on a sturdy, level surface that

won't shake.

USB 3.0

The USB 3.0 cable connects the FastMT system to a desktop or laptop PC.

Power Cable

A/C power cable connects the FastMT system to a standard

3 prong outlet.

Caging Bolts

One long, and one short caging bolt required for shipping and transporting

your FastMT.

NI License

This is required for the operation of your software.

Fixture

Each fixture is specially designed to hold a fiber optic connector securely in place

during inspection.

Keep your NI License on file for reference and software re-installation. Keep caging bolts in a secure but accessible location.

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1.3 Hardware

FastMT is ready to use out of the box in just a few short steps. In addition to the fiber scope, you should have at least 1 (one) fixture, a laptop/desktop PC, keyboard, and mouse. Refer to the Quick Start Guide to learn how to start your FastMT system.

Inspection Window

Caging Bolt (left)

BACK PANEL:

? Power cable ? USB cable

? Power switch ? Model # ? Serial #

Caging Bolt (right)

Power LED Busy LED Pass LED Fail LED

Zero Insertion Force Opening

Ambidextrous Toggle

Positioning Notch

Hand Screw

WARNING

Remove CAGING BOLTS prior to powering system on. Re-install caging bolts after shutting the system down, and prior to shipping. Shipping or transporting your FastMT without caging bolts will VOID your warranty.

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1.4 Data Sheet

Basic

Size Weight Connection Power PC Requirements

5.25in x 5.25in x 12in (13.34cm x 13.34cm x 30.48cm)

12lbs (5.44kg)

USB 3.0

110V / 2A

? Quad Core i7 ? 16 MB RAM ? 512 GB HDD ? Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 ? USB 3.0 Port Using FTDI Chipset

Lens & Camera

Field of View Resolution

? FMT-080: 9.2mm x 12.8mm ? FMT-200: 2.31mm x 3.22mm ? FMT-400: 1.54mm x 1.1mm

? FMT-080: 2.09um / pixel ? FMT-200: 0.835 um / pixel ? FMT-400: 0.418 um / pixel

Support

Phone Support

Warranty RMA Troubleshooting

Free for 90 Days. Call (855) 323-4237 for troubleshooting.

One (1) Year

Contact sales@ to return, replace, or repair product(s).

Visit us online at for education and video tutorials, or contact support@ for more help.

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1.5 Quick Start Guide

1.Remove caging bolts.

Using the small wrench provided, unscrew bolts counterclockwise on either side of the open inspection window. Store in a safe, secure place, as you will need to use the bolts again when shipping or transporting your FastMT.

2.Plug in power cord.

First, plug the power cord into the back of your FastMT. Then, using the 3-prong end, insert into an electrical outlet or appropriate outlet adapter.

3.Power on FastMT.

On the back panel of your FastMT, locate the ON / OFF switch. Toggle the switch to the ON position. The blue power LED on the front panel will light up.

4.Plug in USB cable.

The FastMT ships with a USB 3 A to Micro B cable. Plug the USB microB end of the cable into the back of the FastMT. Then plug the USB A end of the cable into your laptop or desktop PC.

5.Launch FastMT software.

Once you have launched the program and initialization functions are completed, the busy LED on your FastMT will turn off. You can now attach a fixture and begin testing.

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2. Software Basics

2.1 Toolbar

The Toolbar provides easy access to the basic functions needed to operate a FastMT.

Toolbar continued...

Button

Fixture Login Exposure Ferrule/Fiber View Live Auto-focus

Align & Focus

Description

Clicking the button brings up a dialog to select the current fixture. The operator must login the fixture whenever a new fixture is installed. The test configurations can also be selected or edited before clicking Process. See section 3.3 Choosing a Test Configuration for more.

Clicking the button brings up a dialog for advanced exposure control. The + and - controls increase/decrease the exposure. A bold box will highlight the button when ON. See section 3.6 Setting the Exposure for more. Clicking the selector toggles between a view of the whole ferrule and cropped images of the fibers.

Clicking the button toggles between still mode (Live OFF) and continuously updating (Live ON).

Clicking the button initiates a fine focus operation. If the starting point is outside the range of motion of the fine focus, then a wide focus is initiated, automatically followed by a fine focus for the best possible image.

Clicking the button initiates an auto align process in relation to the pin/hole for accurate x-centering of fibers. The fibers are then located and auto-focus is performed. The small button to the left of the Align & Focus button enables/disables the automated align and focus function when either the capture or process buttons are clicked. See section 3.4 Aligning the Image for more.

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Button

Capture Process Process Progress

Description

Clicking the button initiates a full image capture and storage without processing. See section 3.7 Image Acquisition & Processing for more.

Clicking the button initiates a full pass/fail test with processing. See section 3.7 Image Acquisition & Processing for more.

Indicator bar provides information about the current system status: Idle, Aligning, Focusing, Fine Focus, Acquiring, Processing, Pass, Fail.

Indicator

Fixture Name/# Fibers/ Test Configuration

Data Key Entry

Description

Provides basic information about the fixture being used, the part being inspected, and the test configuration being used.

There are two or three fields displayed that show the data storage keys. How many items and what keys they are depend on the "Folder Structure" settings. See section 4.3 Save Image Preferences for more. (Note: Part/Serial format are controls for data entry. Make sure the correct data is entered prior to clicking the Capture or Process button. For other modes, a dialog pops up for data entry when Capture or Process is clicked.)

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2.2 Menus

There are several different menus above the toolbar that assist in controlling FastMT.

2.2.1 File Menu The File Menu has several different save, browse, and preference options for the fiber and ferrule imaging.

2.2.2 Edit Menu

The Edit Menu provides several standard and custom options for editing configuration and preference changes.

Menu Item

Save Ferrule Images

Key

Ctrl + S

Save Image Preferences

Ctrl + I

Description

Saves ferrule image as a .PNG file to a selected location

Allows the operator to choose which images are saved during capture and process events. Folder structure and location can also be configured see section 4.3 Save Image Preferences for more.

Browse Fiber Images

Ctrl + B

Opens the Windows Explorer view of the root directory where images are located. This feature allows the operator to navigate and view all of the exported images and data created by the processing.

Find Last Saved images

Ctrl + L

Brings up a Windows Explorer view of the last processed image set. Once at this location, you can use standard Windows file features to view all of the exported images and data created by the processing.

Enable Processed Table Results

Ctrl + R

Quit

Ctrl + Q

Enables/disables creation of Processed Table Results within the Single Fiber View panel. Disabling this function will provide faster performance. See section 2.3.4 Processed Results Tables for more.

Exits out of the program.

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Menu Item

Cut Copy Paste Test Configuration

Test Config Password

Preferences Overlay Off?

Key

Ctrl + X

Description

Standard editing tool cuts selected text from document.

Ctrl + C

Standard editing tool copies selected text.

Ctrl + V

Standard editing tool; pastes copied or cut text into selected text.

Ctrl + T

View, edit, and create test configurations. This includes editing/ defining Part Parameters, Processing Settings, and Zone/Rule definitions. See section 4.1 Test Configuration Panel for more.

N/A Ctrl + ,

Enables password protection to lock test configurations. The number of password attempts can be specified. Once the limit is reached, the program will initiate a system shut down.

Displays various functions within the FastMT program, which includes Acquisition, Processing, Reporting, and Custom Fiber. See section 4.2 Preferences Panel for more.

Ctrl + O

Enables/disables the defect overlay feature.

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