SmartClass Fiber OLP-82 Inspection-Ready Optical Power Meter

Handheld broadband optical power meter with UPP 2.5 mm interface and pass/fail fiber inspection via an external P5000i microscope.

Photo diode: InGaAs
Interface: Free space (2.5 mm UPP adapter, 1.25 mm UPP optional)
Optical connectors: 1x UPP 2.5 mm
Spectral range: Broadband (780…1650 nm)

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI OLP-82 is a handheld instrument from the SmartClass Fiber family that combines pass/fail fiber end-face inspection with optical power measurement (OPM) in a single device. It is designed for the installation and maintenance of single-mode and multimode fiber optic networks, where it certifies connector end-face condition and measures optical power with one button push and returns pass/fail acceptance results.

The optical power meter is calibrated at multiple wavelengths between 780 and 1625 nm and supports dual-wavelength measurements at 850 and 1300 nm or 1310 and 1550 nm using saved reference levels for insertion-loss testing. Acceptance criteria can follow IEC 61300-3-35 or customer-specific requirements, managed through dedicated profiles on the instrument.

Inspection and reporting

Fiber end faces are inspected either with a connected P5000i digital analysis microscope or, on the OLP-82P, with the onboard dual-magnification patch-cord microscope (PCM). Using both allows bulkhead (female) and patch-cord (male) connectors to be inspected without changing tips, and the fiber image is centered automatically on the screen.

Up to 10,000 inspection and measurement results are stored on the device and exported to a PC over a mini-USB connection. FiberChekPRO PC software manages acceptance criteria and generates certification reports documenting that work meets industry standards or customer specifications.

Form factor

The instrument has a 3.5 in color touch screen with a smartphone-style user interface, a rugged weather-proof housing, two USB host ports for additional devices such as the P5000i microscope, and runs from AA alkaline batteries, a rechargeable Li-ion pack, the AC adaptor or a USB port. An optional hands-free carrier stores the microscope, visual fault locator and cleaning materials for use at demarcation points, on telephone poles or at cell towers.

Key Features

Field-portable optical power meter with multiple calibrated wavelengths from 780 to 1625 nm
Automated pass/fail analysis for fiber inspection and optical tests
Supports both industry-standard (IEC 61300-3-35) and user-definable acceptance criteria
Dual-wavelength measurements at 850 and 1300 nm or 1310 and 1550 nm using saved reference levels
Integrated connector certification reports
Onboard storage for up to 10,000 fiber inspection and test results
Connects to a PC via mini-USB to export data and manage acceptance criteria with FiberChekPRO software
Two USB ports to connect additional devices such as a P5000i microscope
Automatic fiber-image centering
Modern smartphone-style user interface with 3.5 in color touch screen
Rugged, weather-proof design
Hands-free carrier available for organized, portable use in the field

Specifications

Optical Power Meter

Photo diode	InGaAs
Interface	Free space (2.5 mm UPP adapter, 1.25 mm UPP optional)
Optical connectors	1x UPP 2.5 mm
Spectral range	Broadband (780…1650 nm)
Wavelength range	780 to 1650 nm
Wavelength settings	780 to 1650 in 1 nm steps
Standard wavelength settings	850, 980, 1300, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm
Calibrated wavelengths	5 (850, 1310, 1490, 1550, 1625 nm)
Power measurement range (1300/1310 nm)	-50 to +10 dBm
Power measurement range (850 nm)	-45 to +10 dBm
Display range	-65 to +10 dBm SmartClass Fiber family datasheet lists this as measurement range for power level (-65…+10 dBm)
Maximum permitted input level	+10 dBm Standard
Intrinsic uncertainty	±0.20 dB (±5%) Under reference conditions: –20 dBm (CW), 1300 nm ± 1 nm, 23°C ± 3K, 45 to 75% rel. humidity, 9 to 50 μm fiber
Linearity	±0.06 dB (–50 to +5 dBm) –5 to +45°C
Resolution	0.01 dB, 0.001 µW
Result display	dBm, dB, MW
Tone detection	270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz Family datasheet: CW, 270 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz; received optical power level ≥ -50 dBm, when used with VIAVI light source

Display and Interfaces

Video display	3.5 in color LCD, 4:3 ratio Touch screen
Keypad	11+2 dome-buttons membrane panels, 4 LED indicators
Connector	USB 2.0 (2 x host, Type A; 1 x device, Micro-B)
Data storage	10,000 results
Data download capability	Via USB interface
Fiber inspection	Via external P-5000i or via patch cord microscope (P-variants)

Power

Power source	AC adaptor, battery (Alkaline or rechargeable Li ion), USB port
Dry batteries	8x Mignon (AA) Alkaline 1.5 V
Battery pack	1x Li-ion pack 3.7 V
Run time (rechargeable Li ion)	8 hours minimum
Run time (Alkaline)	5 hours SmartClass Fiber family datasheet lists 12 hrs. (OLP) with the dry batteries
Charge time (AC adaptor)	8 hours
Charge time (USB port)	16 hours
Power mode	Active, Auto-off
Auto-shutoff time	User programmable

Environmental

Operating temperature	-10 to +55°C (14 to 122°F)
Storage temperature	-20 to +70°C (-4 to 158°F)
Recommended calibration interval	3 years
Certification	CE, IEC/EN61326

Physical

Weight	1.2 lb (0.5 kg) SmartClass Fiber family datasheet lists 750 g (1.6 lbs.) for stand-alone units
Dimensions (H x W x D)	8.2 x 4.4 x 2.5 in (20.8 x 11.2 x 6.4 cm)

Ordering

Part number	2315/01 OLP-82 digital handheld video display, integrated optical power meter; Broadband Power Meter with UPP 2.5 mm mounted

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

Measurement of optical power (absolute and relative)
Measurement of optical insertion loss
Inspecting fiber end faces, both patch cord and bulkhead
Installation and maintenance of single-mode and multimode fiber optic networks
Fiber connector certification against IEC 61300-3-35 or customer-specific criteria

Included

SmartClass Fiber instrument
Soft bag for SmartClass Fiber and accessories
Power supply for SmartClass Fiber (12 V)
USB cable USB-A to micro-USB
QuickStart manual and safety instructions
Dry batteries (8x)

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
FITP-RCG1	Kit, RBP2 rechargeable battery (Li ion) and FBPP-PS4 power supply (12V)
FBPP-PS4	Power supply for SmartClass Fiber (12V)
FITP-RBP2	Rechargeable battery for SmartClass Fiber (Li ion)
VPP-UPP12	Adapter U12 for OLP-82/82P — UPP 1.25 mm for Power Meters
VPP-UPP25	Adapter U25 for OLP-82/82P — UPP 2.5 mm for Power Meters
FBPP-SCASE2	SCASE2 soft shoulder case for SmartClass Fiber tools
2229/90.01	2x Alkaline batteries Mignon AA-Size LR6 — Four of this item is required for one SmartClass Fiber instrument, i.e., a total of 8 batteries
2305/90.02	Rechargeable Battery Pack
2305/90.04	Rechargeable Battery Pack with Power Supply
2305/90.01	Power Supply
2128/03	Soft Shoulder Case for 1 instrument
2128/04	Soft Shoulder Case for up to 4 instruments
FBP-SD101	P5000i digital analysis microscope with 4 tips
FIT-8201	OLP-82 basic kit — Adds P5000i Digital Inspection Microscope, inspection tips and adapters (bulkhead: SC and LC, patch cord: 2.5 and 1.25 mm), 1.25 mm OPM adapter OLP-82/82P and hands-free carrier for SmartClass Fiber
FIT-8201-PRO	OLP-82 pro kit — Adds P5000i Digital Inspection Microscope, inspection tips and adapters, 1.25 mm OPM adapter, cleaning materials for 2.5 and 1.25 mm, hands-free carrier, rechargeable Li ion battery and FFL-050 Visual Fault Locator with 2.5 and 1.25 mm adapter
FITP-UC4	UC4 hands-free carrier for SmartClass Fiber — Carrier for displays without PCM