DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

IN ACCORDANCE WITH ISO/IEC 17050:2004

Manufacturer’s Name: Kingfisher International Pty. Ltd.

Manufacturer’s Address: 30 Rocco Drive, Scoresby, Victoria 3179, Australia

hereby declares, that the products listed below

Product Name: Power Meter
Model Number: KI 9600 Series
Product Options: This declaration covers all options of the above product(s)
comply with the essential requirements of the applicable European Directives:
• Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC ,amended by 93/68/EEC, and carries the CE marking
accordingly
• Directive 2002/95/EC on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)
• Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)
and conform to the following standards and specifications:
MIL-PRF-28800F: 1996 Performance specification-Test equipment for use with electrical and electronic equipment, general specification
IEC 60529: 2001/ EN 60529:1993+A1:2003 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures
IEC 61315: 2005 Calibration of fibre-optic power meters

EMC Limit
IEC 61326:2002 / EN 61326-1:1997+A1:1998+A2:2001+A3:2003
IEC CISPR 11: 2004/ EN 55011:1998+A1:1999 Limits applicable to Group 1 Class B equipment
IEC CISPR 16-1:1999 Limits applicable to Class B equipment
IEC CISPR 16-2:1999 Limits applicable to Class B equipment
IEC 61000-4-2:2001 / EN 61000-4-2:1995+A1:1998+A2:2001 4kV CD, 8kV AD
IEC 61000-4-3:2002/ EN 61000-4-3:2002 3V/m, 80-1000MHz
ICES-001: 2006 (Canada)
CFR 47 FCC Part 15, Subpart B (Class B) (USA)
FCC registration number: 90891

Supplemental Information:
The product was tested in a typical configuration with Kingfisher International test systems.

2008-March 17 Bruce Robertson

Date Name

Technical Director
Title

For further information, please contact your local Kingfisher International sales office, agent or distributor.

Revision: A Issue Date: 2008- March 17

OPERATION MANUAL

KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter

Congratulations on your purchase of this instrument, which has been
engineered to provide the best possible reliability, convenience and
performance. To get the best use from your equipment and ensure
its safe operation, please spend a few minutes to read this manual.

Made in Australia. International Patents Granted

© Copyright Kingfisher International Pty Ltd
5th Edition, May 2007.

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CONTENTS
Service and Support 4 Definition of Terms 14
Introduction and Applications 5 Specifications 15
General Safety Summary 6 Ordering Information 18
Battery Power 8 Calibration & Maintenance 19
Optical Connector 9 Performance Verification Tests 22
Power Meter Operation 10 Quick Reference Guide 28
Care of your Instrument 11 Disclaimer & Warranty 29
Accuracy Considerations 12 User Notes 30

PLEASE REFER TO THE CONTROL PANEL PICTURES IN THE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL

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KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter

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SERVICE AND SUPPORT
Applications Support
Please visit www.kingfisher.com.au to see our comprehensive If returning equipment to Kingfisher International for service or
Application Notes written to support instrument users. calibration, please download and complete the Return Material
Authorization Form located on the Support page on our web site
Look at www.kingfisher.com.au to find distributor details from the
www.kingfisher.com.au .
Contact Us section.
To avoid delays and minimise disruption for our customers,
Our local agents are able to offer excellent applications advice in
Kingfisher International offers a fixed price repair service.
your language and time zone.
For the staff at our fully equipped service and calibration centre, it is
Please visit our website on www.kingfisher.com.au for a current list
their pleasure to keep your equipment performing at its very best.
of regional service centres.
Otherwise if you are having difficulties please feel free to contact
[email protected] for applications support.
Instrument Service
Qualified personnel must perform adjustment, maintenance or repair
of this product. To obtain service, please contact your local
Kingfisher International distributor or our office in Australia:
Tel: (61) 3-9757-4100
Fax: (61) 3-9757-4193
Email: [email protected]

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INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATIONS
The KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter offers superb measurement The sensitive optical tone detector displays the actual measured tone
confidence, ease of use, high level of convenience and reduced cost frequency in Hz. If a standard tone is detected, the buzzer sounds,
of ownership. It can be effectively used by installers, technicians and which is useful for fiber identification and continuity testing.
engineers to test all types of fiber optic systems:
Power stability testing is performed using the max/min recording
• Tx / Rx absolute power levels in dBm function. The display shows dBm, dB and linear units, and can be put
on hold for data recording.
• Optical loss in dB
This power meter works with fiber core diameter up to 200 micron,
• Continuity testing with the test tone features with both PC and APC polish connectors.
The interchangeable optical connector is drop and dust protected by Detector options include Germanium (Ge), Indium Gallium Arsenide
a snap on cover. A wide variety of connector styles are available, (InGaAs), wavelength selective and large area detectors.
including 1.25 mm LC and MU styles.
Special instrument versions available with large area or detector.
The instruments have very long battery life of 300 hours, thus
eliminates requirements for external power packs. Power meter calibration options are available from 470 nm to 1625
nm and power levels from +24 to -80 dBm.
KI9600 Series feature a tough polycarbonate housing with shock
absorbent sides and corners, which has passed extensive drop KITS™ reporting software
testing. Free KITS™ reporting software enables manual entry of test data
Calibration can be performed by any suitably equipped laboratory into Excel spreadsheet, making it useful for data logging and
without opening the instrument. The recommended re-calibration reporting in the field. KITS™ is can be easily customised to change
cycle is 3 years. language, terminology or to add new reporting features. KITS™ can
be downloaded from our website www.kingfisher.com.au .
Superior measurement confidence is achieved with a unique Total
Uncertainty Specification, which covers the full temperature,
measurement and connector range. NATA/ILAC traceable calibration
certificate is supplied.

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GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY
The following safety signs and symbols specify general safety Safety Symbols
precautions which must be observed during all phases of operation,
service and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual
violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of !
the instrument. Kingfisher International assumes no liability for the
customer’s failure to comply with these requirements. The apparatus will be marked with this symbol when it is necessary
for the user to refer to the instruction manual in order to protect the
Before operation, review the instrument and user manual for safety apparatus against damage.
instructions. You must follow these to ensure safe operation and to
maintain the instrument in safe condition. Initial Inspection

WARNING! Inspect the shipping container for damage. If there is damage to the
container or cushioning, keep them until you have checked the
The WARNING! sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a contents of the shipment for completeness and verified the
procedure, practice or the like, which, if not correctly performed or instrument both mechanically and electrically. If the contents are
adhered to, could result in injury. Do not proceed beyond a incomplete, mechanical damage or defect is apparent, or if an
WARNING! sign until the indicated safety conditions are fully instrument does not pass the operator’s checks, notify the nearest
understood and met. Sales/Service Office.
To check instrument performance, please refer to Performance
CAUTION!
Verification Tests section of this manual.
The CAUTION! sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an WARNING! You must return instruments with malfunctions to a
operating procedure, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or
Service Centre for repair and calibration.
adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part, or all, of
the product. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION! sign until the
indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

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GENERAL SAFETY SUMMARY
Operating Environment Safety
The range of Kingfisher equipment covered by this manual can be This instrument contains no hazardous optical or electrical items.
operated at temperatures between -15 °C and +55 °C and at relative When using this equipment, optical safety precautions should be
humidity of <95 %. observed commensurate with the maximum available source power,
since most of this power can also be coupled out of the instrument.
Storage and Shipment
WARNING! Observe optical safety when using high power.
The range of Kingfisher equipment covered by this manual can be
stored or shipped at temperatures between -25 °C and +70 °C and Optical safety requirements at high power levels MUST be observed
at relative humidity of less than 95 %. Protect the unit from or eye damage is likely. Organisations and users operating optical
temperature extremes that may cause condensation within it. equipment with these power levels MUST determine and observe
relevant safety precautions, which are beyond the scope of this
manual.

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BATTERY POWER
This instrument is powered by two 1.5 V dry alkaline ‘AAA’ size CAUTION!
batteries.
Do not use lithium batteries or other batteries with a nominal voltage
Model Battery run time in hours greater than 1.8 V. The instrument may be damaged.
KI 9600 Optical Power Meter 300 Protect our environment! Batteries purchased from Kingfisher agents
can be returned to them for appropriate disposal.
When the batteries are low, the low-battery indicator is shown on the
display. At this stage, there is approximately enough energy for
another 40 hours of use.
To save energy, the instrument automatically turns off after 10
minutes without operation.
To change the batteries, open the cover of the battery compartment
at the side of the instrument, remove the batteries and insert new
ones.

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OPTICAL CONNECTOR
To access the optical connector, grasp the top left corner of the Preferred bare fiber adaptors consist of a connector with fiber
instrument, and pull off the cover. retention device or other end stop.
To install an adaptor, align the locating slot on the side of the through For regular work with bare fibers, it is preferable to use an alternative
adaptor with that on the instrument connector, and press it on. arrangement such as a multimode pigtail with a v-groove or
mechanical splice.
To remove an adaptor, press button on the front of the instrument
and then pull off the adaptor. It is easier to pull off the adaptor with a CAUTION! Do not scratch the detector lens with the glass fiber end
test lead in place, since this gives better grip. when using bare fiber adaptors, or the instrument will be permanently
damaged.
Different styles of connector adaptor (ST, SC, FC, MU, LC/F3000,
E2000/LSH, D4, MU, 2.5mm universal, SMA and LSA/DIN) can be
How to clean the optical connectors
easily fitted by the user.
Always clean the mating connector tip and ferrule before mating,
When not in use, keep the test port and connector covered. Do not
using approved materials.
touch connector tip with your fingers, since body oils and dirt can
impair connector performance. CAUTION! Do not attempt to clean an optical interface with anything
hard that could scratch glass, or permanent instrument damage may
The supplied standard adaptors have ceramic sleeves and do not
occur.
cause metal dust contamination, which can cause connector failure
and fiber fuse at very high power levels. The glass power meter interface does not make contact with the
inserted connector - there is a slight air gap. Therefore it will not
CAUTION! Do not use damaged or incompatible connectors.
wear, and only needs occasional cleaning.
This power meter can be used with both PC and APC connector
To clean, first remove the connector adaptor to access the glass
styles.
interface, then use a soft brush, alcohol, air can or sticky material
Bare fiber adaptors must achieve fiber eccentricity of ± 100 microns, such as ‘Blu tac‘ to remove dirt.
and end tolerance of ± 300 microns relative to the ferrule end.

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POWER METER OPERATION
To switch on KI 9600 Power Meter for permanent operation, press • To scroll wavelength, press [λ] or [λ]. The display shows
and hold [POWER] during turn-on. The display will briefly show the nominal wavelength in nm on the top right of the display.
firmware version. ‘Perm’ on the display indicates that the unit will
stay on permanently. Should the instrument fail to turn on, the • To toggle logarithmic / relative/ linear display modes, press
microprocessor may need re-booting. To do this, remove the [dB/dBm/mW]. The display will show ‘dB’ or ‘dBm’ or ‘nW’.
batteries for at least 40 seconds. After turn-on, the instrument • To stop / start display update, press [Hold]. The symbol will flash
performs a self-calibration sequence, and then displays absolute when the display is on hold.
power in dBm at the previously set wavelength. If ‘HI’ or ‘LO’ are
displayed, the input is out of range. • To set reference, press and hold [Set Ref] for more than 3 sec.
The mode of operation described below is typically used to measure • When in reference mode, the reference value is displayed on the
Tx / Rx absolute power levels and to perform continuity testing with left hand side of the display.
the tone detector. To measure the operational power level in a fiber
• To display max min recorded power or to re-set this function,
optic system, the meter is used in dBm or linear modes. To measure
press and hold [Max Min].
optical loss or attenuation, the power meter is used in dB mode, and
the source power is taken as a reference. • If the meter detects a test tone higher than 200 Hz, the display
will show the actual measured modulation frequency in kHz.
WARNING! Observe optical safety procedures relevant to the power
levels being measured • Maximum displayed frequency is 2500 Hz.
• During instrument turn on: • If a standard tone is detected (eg 270 Hz, 1 KHz, 2 KHz), a
buzzer will sound. This is useful for fiber identification and
- to view all display segments, press and hold down [λ]
signalling. The meter can also be used to check the actual
- to display firmware version, press and hold down [HOLD] modulation frequency of test sources.
- to turn buzzer on/off, press and hold down [λ]

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CARE OF YOUR INSTRUMENT
• Follow the directions in this manual on optical connector care. • Where possible, keep instrument away from direct sunlight.
• Use only high quality sealed alkaline or NiMH batteries. • Clean the instrument case using alcohol or other non solvent
cleaning agents. Acetone or other active solvents may damage
• During prolonged storage, remove batteries to eliminate the the case.
possibility of acid leakage.
• The instrument housing is made of tough polycarbonate material
• During storage and transport, keep the instrument in its carry with impact absorbing rubberised sides and corner features and
case to protect against crushing, vibration, dust and moisture. is therefore drop resistant.
• The instrument is resistant to normal dust and moisture, however • Input optical power must not exceed the damage level specified
it is not waterproof. If moisture gets into the instrument, dry it out for each detector type.
carefully before using it again.

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ACCURACY CONSIDERATIONS
All Measurements InGaAs detectors are used for general purpose measurements. This
issue affects absolute power measurements and may not
Keep optical connectors clean and in good condition. APC
significantly affect attenuation measurements where the meter was
connectors will generally provide improved power stability on single
referenced to the same light source.
mode systems.
Ge power meters are inherently non-linear by approximately 0.04 dB
To reduce the effect of polarisation changes, test leads should be
and also have temperature dependent calibration drift at 1300 nm of
neat, coiled and physically stable.
0.03 dB per 10 ºC.
In multimode systems, modal noise and general uncertainty are
In KI9600 Series instruments, InGaAs B Series detectors are used.
much worse than in single mode systems and optimum
measurement repeatability will be obtained by use of a mandrel
wrap.
Wavelength uncertainty affects power meter calibration. This is
significant with a Ge detector in the 1550 nm band (eg > 1560 nm in
cold weather).
It is recommended that power meter with Ge detector should not be
used for measurements above 1580 nm.
Wavelength sensitivity determines various detector applications: Ge
detectors are used for 850 / 1300 nm multimode measurements and

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ACCURACY CONSIDERATIONS
Uncertainty due to +/- 30 nm λ tolerance
Normalized Power Meter Wavelength Dependence
Window Si Ge Ge InGaAs InGaAs
nm 25ºC 0ºC "A" "B"
1.200
850 0.10 0.40 0.4 1.3 0.51 dB
1300 0.06 0.06 0.01 0.08
1550 0.5 1.0 0.05 0.0
1610 2.8 3.3 0.03 0.23
1.000
Relative Responsivity A/W

0.800

H5 Ge 0 ºC

Si H3B
0.600

Ge 25 ºC
0.400

InGaAs B series
InGaAs A Series

0.200

0.000
600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700

Wavelength nm

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DEFINITION OF TERMS
Power Range: the range of input powers for which the instrument
can be used.
Maximum Input Power: the input power not to be exceeded to avoid
destroying the instrument.
Uncertainty at Reference Conditions: the uncertainty for the
specified set of reference conditions, which includes all uncertainties
in the calibration chain, from the national laboratory to the test meter
(connectors and test leads must be absolutely clean and
undamaged). Reference conditions are the conditions during the
responsivity calibration.
Total Uncertainty: the uncertainty for a specified set of operating
conditions which includes noise and drift (connectors and test leads
must be absolutely clean and undamaged).

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SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications:
Size: 124 x 81 x 25 mm, 4.9" x 3.2" x 1"
Weight: 150 gm, 0.3 lb
XL Series 160 gm, 0.4 lb
Shipping 0.5 Kg, 1.1 lb.
Operating/ Storage: -15 to 55 °C / -25 to 70 °C.
Power: 2 alkaline ‘AAA’ cells
Case: Polycarbonate, 2.5 meter drop tested.
Calibration: Performed without opening instrument.
Recommended calibration cycle: 3 years.
Display: 4 digit high contrast LCD
Resolution: Log: 0.01dB
Linear: 3 digits (100-999) or 0.01 nW
Tone detection: 200~ 2500 Hz ±2%.

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SPECIFICATIONS
KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter
Detector Response Damage Calibration λ Power Mid range Calibration Polarisation Total λ Sensitivity5
type λ level nm range linearity¹ Accuracy2 Sensitivity Uncertainty³ ± 30 nm
nm dBm dBm dB % dB dB dB

660, 850 +10 ~ -80

Ge 600 ~ 1650 +15 1300,1310,1390, 0.04 2% < 0.005 0.5 0.04
1490,1550,1610,1625

660, 850 +5 ~ -80

InGaAs 600 ~ 1700 +15 1300, 1310, 1390, 0.02 2% < 0.005 0.3 0. 03
1490, 1550, 1610, 1625

H3B 850
800 ~ 1700 +304 1300, 1310, 1390, +27 ~ -58 0.02 2% < 0.005 0.3 0. 03
(InGaAs)
1490, 1550,1590, 1610, 1625

H5 850 +15 ~ -70

(InGaAs) 800 ~ 1700 +25 1300, 1310, 1390, 0.02 2% < 0.005 0.3 0. 03
1490, 1550,1590, 1610, 1625

typical typical max typical

KI9600WS01-Ge Note 1: Mid range linearity excludes top 3 dB and bottom 10 dB of range.
Calibrated wavelengths(nm) 1550 Note 2: Calibration condition: non coherent light, -35 ± 5 dBm, 23 ± 1°C, ± 1 nm, 10 ± 3 nm FWHM, PC ceramic
Measurement of 1550nm connector, 100 µm fiber
Note 3: Includes contributions due to: varying optical connector types, calibration uncertainty, full temperature,
Pass band 1530 to 1625 dynamic range and fiber core diameter up to 200 µm.
Isolation of 1490nm band > 25dB Note 4: H3B can sustain the damage level for 2 minutes.
Isolation of 1310nm band > 30dB Note 5: At calibration wavelengths in bold type
Max permitted input level +15dBm
Measurement range +10 to -70 dBm
Measurement accuracy

Mid range linearity¹ 0.04 dB

Polarization sensitivity < 0.005 dB
Total Uncertainty³ 0.5 dB

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SPECIFICATIONS
KI 9600XL Series Large Area Optical Power Meter
Detector Response Damage Calibration λ Power Mid range Calibration Polarisation Total λ Sensitivity5
type λ level nm range linearity¹ Accuracy2 Sensitivity Uncertainty³ ± 30 nm
nm dBm dBm dB % dB dB dB

780, 850 +10 ~ -55

5mm
600 ~ 1650 +15 1300, 1310, +10 ~ -60 0.04 2% < 0.005 0.5 0.04
Ge
1490, 1550, 1625

3.6mm 470, 520, +5 ~ -60

350 ~ 1100 +10 635, 650, 660, 0.02 2% < 0.005 0.3 0. 03
Si
780, 850, 980
typical typical max typical

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ORDERING INFORMATION
KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter: To order KI9600XL Series Large Area Optical Power Meter, please
Ge Power Meter KI9600B-Ge-MP specify instrument and at least one optional interchangeable
InGaAs Power Meter KI9600B-InGaAs-MP connector adaptor.
H3B (InGaAs) Power Meter KI9600B-H3B-MP KI 9600XL Series Large Area Optical Power Meter:
H5 (InGaAs) Power Meter KI9600B-H5-MP Large Area Ge Power Meter KI9600XL-Ge-MP
1550 nm Ge Power Meter KI9600WS01-Ge Large Area Si Power Meter KI9600XL-Si-MP
Standard Accessories:
Standard Accessories:
ST, SC, FC connector adaptors, User manual on CD, NATA (ILAC)
User manual on CD, NATA (ILAC) traceable calibration certificate,
traceable calibration certificate, carry strap, soft carry pouch.
carry strap, soft carry pouch.
Optical Connectors:
Optional Interchangeable Connector Adaptors:
The power meter works with both PC and APC connectors.
Description P/N Description P/N
Optional Interchangeable Connector Adaptors: ST OPT202 FC OPT204
Description P/N Description P/N
SC OPT201 LSA/DIN OPT207
D4 OPT055 LC/F3000 OPT072
E2000/LSH OPT220 SMA905/906 OPT203
E2000/LSH, blue OPT060 MU OPT080
D4 OPT206 EC OPT221
E2000/LSH, green OPT060G Universal 2.5mm OPT081
MU OPT222 MTRJ OPT223
LSA/DIN 47256 blue OPT071 SMA 905/906 OPT082
Biconic OPT205 Diamond 3.5mm OPT208
Universal 1.25mm OPT224 Universal 2.5mm OPT225

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CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE
There are no internal user adjustments. Calibration is performed • Ensure that all installed batteries are in good working condition.
without opening the instrument.
• When calibration is complete, remove the calibration shunt, and
Before commencing calibration: place an anti-tamper label over the hole. Do not forget to update
your calibration records and to schedule the next calibration
• Clean all optical connectors very carefully.
service.
• Ensure that all devices have been at a stable room temperature
for over an hour, and that the light source is fully warmed up at
the wavelength to be calibrated.

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CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE
Calibration is a transfer process. It is performed by setting up a light Record the existing calibration offsets, re-enter or adjust known
source at a stable, but non-critical power level between 0 and -30 offsets at this point or calibrate the meter at the selected wavelength
dBm, and adjusting the meter reading to the same value as that as follows:
shown by a reference meter.
• Insert the 2.54 mm (0.1”) pitch programming shunt across pins.
Required are laser and LED light sources with accurate, calibrated This will put the instrument into calibration mode and instrument
wavelengths and good power stability, a power meter with will display ‘CAL’.
appropriate calibrated wavelengths, single mode and multimode test
• Press [λ] or [λ] to set the wavelength to be calibrated.
leads, an anti-tamper label and 2.54 mm (0.1”) pitch programming
shunt. Check the calibration certificates on your reference equipment • Record the light source power measured by reference power
to ensure current validity. meter.
To enable calibration mode, remove belt clip and anti-tamper label at • Transfer this power level to the meter to be calibrated:
the back of the instrument, then insert a 2.54 mm (0.1”) pitch Press [HOLD] to display power reading. Press [HOLD] again to
programming shunt across pins. Manipulation of the shunt is easier display current offsets. Record the current (old) value. Press
with needle nose pliers. [HOLD] again, then [λ] or [λ] to adjust reading to match the
noted reference reading. Press [HOLD] again to display current
offsets. Record the current (new) value.
Note: Toggling the [HOLD] button will show the power reading
Figure1. Calibration opening, positioned at the back of the and the offsets on the display.
instrument underneath belt clip and covered by anti-temper label.
• To set the new value, press and hold [dB/dBm/ mW] until the
Known calibration constants can be re-entered directly without using instrument beeps. The display will show ‘CAL’ and calibrated
other equipment. This is useful in case old calibration constants are wavelength.
to be put back.
• Repeat above process for other wavelengths.

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CALIBRATION AND MAINTENANCE
Opening the Instrument: Procedure:
CAUTION! • Open battery compartment and remove the batteries. Pull open
the optical connector cover.
• Do not open unless warranty has expired and you are authorised
to do so. Opening the unit will invalidate any warranty claim. • Place the instrument face down on a soft mat, remove belt clip
and undo the screws in the rear housing. The instrument can
• This unit contains static sensitive devices. Anti-static handling
now be gently pulled apart.
procedures should be observed at all times when handling
internal circuits. • Further disassembly from this stage should be easily apparent to
a technician.
• There are no internal user adjustments. All calibration is
performed without opening the instrument. The optical sensor / • Re-assembly is the reverse of the previous procedure.
connector assembly is not user serviceable.

General electrical parameters are as follows:

Vss to GND = 3V3, battery power down current about 0.1 mA,
active power meter current about 5 mA.

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PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS
The test procedures described in this section are for performance Any changes in the specifications due to manufacturing changes,
verification of a KI9600B-InGaAs Power Meter. design, or traceability to NATA, will be covered in a manual change
supplement, or revised manual. Such specifications supersede any
Due to various possible instrument configurations, it is not possible to
previously published.
give detailed test procedures for all options in this manual, so some
parameters may need adjusting to the appropriate specifications. General Instructions
Perform each step in the order given, using the corresponding test
Required Equipment: this is the required equipment for the
equipment. Use Tables 1 ~ 3 to record general test details.
performance tests listed. Any equipment that satisfies the critical
specifications of the equipment given in the table may be substituted The SMF / MMF test lead fiber type and PC / APC connector polish
for the recommended models. must be matched to the instrument type.
Test Record: results of the performance test may be tabulated on a Ensure that all optical connections are dry and clean. DO NOT USE
photocopy of the Test Record provided at the end of the test INDEX MATCHING OIL. For cleaning, use the cleaning instructions
procedure. It is recommended that you fill out the Test Record and given in the section ‘Optical Connector’.
refer to it while doing the test. Alternatively, a soft copy of this
Make sure that all patch cords are fixed to the table to avoid
manual may be obtained from our web site.
movements during measurements.
Test Failure: if the equipment under test fails any performance test,
Ensure that the ambient conditions are in the following ranges:
return the instrument to the nearest Sales/Service Office for repair.
Temperature: 21 ± 3 ºC
Instrument Specification: specifications are the performance Relative humidity: 45 to 75 %
characteristics of the instrument that are certified, and are the limits
against which the equipment under test can be tested.

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PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TESTS
Instrument / Accessory Recommended Model Required Alternative
Characteristics Model
Optical Light Source KI3822B KI7400, KI7800, KI7300A
Optical Attenuator KI7011B KI7010A

Table 1. Required Equipment for KI 9600 Performance Verification Test.

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PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TEST
Accuracy Test 4. Change the attenuation of attenuator until the optical power
meter displays -10.00 dBm. Note the attenuator setting in setting
1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2:
1 of Table 4.
If the laser source is not powerful enough to give 0.00 dBm, set
the attenuator to 2.5 dB and correct the appropriate values in the
test report.
Repeat the above for reference power meter readings of
-20dBm, -30 dBm, -40 dBm and -50 dBm (settings 2 ~ 5).
5. Measure the DUT:
Power Meter Attenuator Light Source Re-connect the attenuator output cable to the DUT.
Set the attenuator to its value for setting 1.
Figure 2.Test set-up for KI 9600 Power Meter Accuracy Test Note the displayed power level of the DUT in the test record.
Repeat the above for attenuator settings 2 ~ 5.
2. Switch on all three instruments. 6. Repeat the Power Meter Accuracy Test at 1550 nm.
3. Set all instruments to 1310 nm.

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PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TEST

Model: Date:

Serial No.: Ambient Temperature: °C

Options: Relative Humidity: %

Firmware Revision: Line Frequency: Hz

Test Facility: Customer:

Performed by: Report No:

Special Notes:

Table 2. General Test Record for KI 9600

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PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TEST
Description Model Trace No. Calibration Due Date
1. Optical Light Source
2. Optical Power Meter
3. Optical Attenuator
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Accessories
Single mode Fiber
Connector Adaptors

Table 3. Equipment Record for KI 9600 Performance Verification Test.

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PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION TEST
Model: ________________________ Report No: ______________ Date: ________________

Accuracy Test
Test Wavelength =
Setting Power meter Attenuator Minimum Specification DUT Maximum Specification
Number Reference value Setting (-0.3 dB of Reference) Measurement results (+0.3 dB of Reference.)

1. (~- 10.00 dBm) dB (~- 10.30 dBm) dBm (~- 9.70 dBm)

2. (~- 20.00 dBm) dB (~- 20.30 dBm) dBm (~- 19.70 dBm)

3. (~- 30.00 dBm) dB (~- 30.30 dBm) dBm (~- 29.70 dBm)

4. (~- 40.00 dBm) dB (~- 40.30 dBm) dBm (~- 39.70 dBm)

5. (~- 50.00 dBm) dB (~- 50.30 dBm) dBm (~- 49.70 dBm)

Measurement Uncertainty dB

Note 1: Minimum/Maximum Specification is for the KI 9600-InGaAs. For the KI 9600-Ge, increase/reduce by ±0.2 dB. For the KI 9600-H3B, increase/reduce by ± 0.1 dB.

Table 4. Accuracy Test Record for KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE – KI 9600 Series Optical Power Meter
• To remove interchangeable connector adaptor, press • To scroll wavelength, press [λ] or [λ].
the button on the front of the instrument and pull off
• To switch between logarithmic/relative/linear display
adaptor.
modes, press [dB/dBm/mW].
• To defeat auto power-off, press and hold [POWER] for
• To stop / start display update, press [HOLD].
3 seconds during turn on. ‘Perm’ is displayed on the
top right of the LCD. • To set reference, press and hold [Set Ref] for more
than 3 sec.
• Low battery is indicated with a battery symbol.
• To display max / min recorded power or to re-set this
• During instrument turn on:
function, press and hold [Max Min].
- to view all display segments, press and hold [λ]
- to turn buzzer on/off, press and hold [λ] • If the meter detects a test tone higher than 200 Hz,
- to display firmware version, press [HOLD] the display will show the actual measured modulation
frequency in kHz.
• If a standard tone is detected (e.g. 270 Hz, 1 KHz,
2 KHz), a buzzer will sound.

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DISCLAIMER & WARRANTY
Information in this manual is given in good faith for the benefit of the KINGFISHER INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD
user. It cannot be used as the basis for claims against Kingfisher
30 Rocco Drive, Scoresby, Victoria 3179 Australia
International or its representatives, if accidental damage or
inconvenience results from use or attempted repair of the equipment. Phone: (61) 3-9757-4100
Fax: (61) 3-9757-4193
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.kingfisher.com.au

Kingfisher International products are guaranteed against defective

components and workmanship for a period of 3 years from the date Technical data is subject to change without notice as part of our
of delivery, unless specifically stated in the original purchase contract program of continuous improvement. Therefore please verify critical
or agreement. This warranty excludes optical connectors or incorrect parameters before ordering. Australian and international patents
use. Opening the instrument will invalidate the warranty. Liability is granted.
limited solely to repair of the equipment.

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NOTES

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