OME Core Alignment Fusion Splicer Z1C. Guide to operation

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1 OME Core Alignment Fusion Splicer Z1C Guide to operation

2 This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons. Please read and observe all warnings instructions given in this operation manual. Use your splicer only for its intended purpose. The meaning of these symbols In the product and this operation manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions for you to read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows: Symbol used in the product This symbol, where it appears on the unit, indicates that hazardous voltage is present inside of the splicer. The meaning of these symbols This symbol indicates a warning, caution, or danger and alerts you important instructions have been included on the product or in the manual. This symbol indicates actions that are prohibited. This symbol indicates actions that must be taken. The meaning of Warning and Caution Warning Caution This symbol indicates explanations about extremely dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the splicer the wrong way, serious injury such as fire or electric shock, or death could result. This symbol indicates explanations about dangerous matters. If users ignore this symbol and handle the splicer the wrong way, bodily injury and damage to the equipment could result. Be sure to read all the following warnings and cautions before use. [Warning] <Setting up, transportation and using splicer> 1. This fusion splicer performs an arc discharge. Do not use the splicer in a hazardous location in which inflammable gas can generate or only electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmosphere can be used. 2. Never use spray cleaners such as Freon or Flammable gas on the splicer. Decomposition of arc by heat will cause toxic gas, or abnormal arc may result in damage or fire.

3 3. Do not use and store the splicer out of the locations defined in a brochure and this manual. Doing so can cause splicer malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or electric shock. 4. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or malfunction, do not allow the splicer to be exposed to rain and get liquid such as water or a metallic object inside the splicer. Doing so can cause fire, electric shock or malfunction by shorting out internal components. 5. Never use the battery pack, AC adapter and battery charger, and power cables for the machines other than the specified splicer. Doing so can cause these items to damage, resulting in fire or heat generation. 6. Do not make mechanical or electrical modifications to the splicer since this may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. 7. Do not touch the electrodes during and after arc discharge. Doing so can cause personal injury or electric shock. 8. The heating plate of the heat shrink oven may be hot during heating. Do not touch the protection sleeve directly after heating. Doing so can cause burn. A protection sleeve may also be hot after heating. Handle with care. 9. Do not operate the splicer in the rain. Doing so can cause AC adapter or battery pack to be short-circuited. 10. Do not expose the splicer to extremely high temperature and high humidity or to direct sunlight for prolonged periods. 11. Do not continuously use the heat shrink oven for long hours, keeping it high temperature. Doing so can cause heat shrink oven to malfunction. The following case is the exception for repairing and replacing the product free of charge: The Heating duration is set to a long time (e.g. 180 sec.) and the Finish temperature is set to a high temperature (e.g. 200 C). The heat shrink oven is used for long hours by continuing to press the Heat key shortly after the heat cycle is completed. 12. Only use alcohol to clean the splicer. To prevent malfunction and damage, do not use any other kind of chemicals. 13. Never use spray cleaners such as Freon or flammable gas on the splicer. Heat by arc can cause chemical reactions to occur to gas component, which will deteriorate a microscope lens, resulting in a loss of splicing capability. 14. Parts that compose the heat shrink ovens might become high temperatures. When those parts are damaged, do not use it and contact our service center. 15. Because it is likely to injure by shards of glass when the monitor is damaged, do not use it and contact our service center. 16. When parts that compose this product and the accessory (battery pack, AC adapter, and power cord, etc.) are damaged, do not use it and contact our service center. 17. If this product gets wet with dew or the like, do not turn it on. 18. Do not use this product near the electronic equipment that handles a highly accurate control and the faint signal such as the heart pacer. The influence of the miss-operation of electronic equipment might be given. 19. Alcohol is prohibited on air transportation. Empty alcohol dispenser before transportation.

4 20. Avoid places with too much dust or dirt. Dirt or dust that can accumulate in the fusion splicer causes short circuit and insufficient cooling, which may lead to splicer malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or electric shock. 21. Only use the battery pack, AC adapter, battery charger and power supply cord for the splicer as defined in this manual. Failure to do so can cause these items or the fusion splicer to damage, resulting in fire or electric shock. 22. Only use a voltage within the indicated power voltage. Failure to do so can cause fire or electric shock. 23. Check for condensation before operation. If this product gets wet with dew or the like, leave it in a room temperature for about one day before turning it on. If water or other liquid, a metallic object or other foreign substance gets inside the splicer, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug. Contact our qualified service personnel. 24. In a high location, take safety measures to prevent fall of operators. Dropping the splicer could result in personal injury. Fix the splicer to a worktable or a tripod with the screw on the bottom of the splicer. 25. If an abnormal condition such as unusual noise, smoke or unusual odor occurs, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug. Next, contact our qualified service personnel. 26. Be sure to turn off the splicer and unplug the power cord or remove the battery pack before replacing the electrodes. 27. Only use Sumitomo genuine electrodes (ER-10). And use the splicer with electrodes installed in it. Failure to do so can cause the splicer to damage, resulting in fire, electric shock or malfunction. 28. If the heat shrink oven keeps running for a prolonged time, the surrounding parts may become hot. Pay attention to the heat particularly in a high temperature environment and use protective gloves as needed. 29. The supplied alcohol dispenser is not an airtight container. Pour alcohol into an airtight container before transportation, so it does not spill out. <Handling of power cord and plug > 1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not plug/unplug the power cord or remove the battery pack with wet hands. 2. Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord. Failure to do so can cause damage to the power cord, resulting in fire, electric shock or malfunction. 3. Before charging the battery pack, make sure that the pins of the battery charge cord are not bent or broken. Using the battery charge cord with a bent or broken pin can cause internal short circuit, resulting in fire or electric shock.

5 <Handling of battery pack> 1. Do not burn the battery pack or throw it into a fire. Doing so can cause heat generation, bursting and fire. 2. Do not place the battery pack in microwave ovens and high-pressure containers. 3. Do not let water or sea water wet or soak the battery pack. Safety and protective devices to prevent danger are built in the battery pack. If these devices are damaged, excessive current flow can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire. 4. Do not throw or impact the battery pack. Safety and protective devices to prevent danger are built in the battery pack. If these devices are damaged, excessive current flow can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire. 5. Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike the battery pack with a hammer, or step on the battery pack. Doing so can cause internal short circuit, heat generation, bursting and fire. 6. Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack. Safety and protective devices to prevent danger are built in the battery pack. If these devices are damaged, excessive current flow can cause loss of control during charging or discharging of the battery pack, heat generation, bursting and fire. 7. Make sure the polarities are correctly connected. Do not attempt to connect the battery pack or other equipment when you cannot do. Reversed connections can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire. 8. Do not solder any lead wires directly to the battery pack. Do not directly connect the positive and negative terminals with a conductive material such as a wire. Do not carry or store the battery pack together with any personal jewelry, hairpins or other Metallic objects. Doing so can cause an electrical short circuit. Also excessive current flow can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery, heat generation, bursting and fire. 9. Only use a specified battery charger. Failure to do so can cause the battery to be overcharged or excessive current flow can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire. 10. Use the battery pack only for the application for which it was designed. Failure to do so will result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy. Also excessive current flow can cause loss of control during charging or discharging of the battery pack heat generation, bursting and fire.

6 [Caution] <Transportation and storage> 1. This product is a precision instrument. When transporting the splicer, use its specified carrying case to protect the splicer from excessive shock or impact. 2. Do not use and store the splicer out of the locations defined in a brochure and this manual. Failure to do so can cause splicer malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or electric shock. 3. Do not store any items other than the product, package contents and optional accessories in the carrying case. Overloading the case can cause damage to the body of the carrying case, case handle, strap and latch. 4. Do not throw or fall the carrying case. Doing so can cause damage to the body of the carrying case, case handle, strap and latch. 5. Do not use a carrying case where there is a visible sign of damage and screw looseness. 6. Do not store the hand strap in the windshield. It causes damage to the machine. 7. Do not carry the machine grabbing the hood or the monitor. 8. Do not brandish the machine with the hand strap, and brandish neither AC adapter nor the power cord. There are fear of machine damage and the injury. 9. Do not use the machine with the lid of the battery Pack slot opened. 10. When shipping this product, inform the transport company that this product contains the lithium-ion battery. Follow the direction of the transport company. 11. Before carrying the case, make sure that there is no visible sign of damage and screw looseness on the handle and latch. If the case with damage and screw looseness is carried, it could drop down, causing personal injury or splicer malfunction. 12. Before picking up the case, ensure that the latch is completely locked. Carrying the case with the latch unlocked can cause the case to fall open and result in personal injury or splicer malfunction due to heavy impact. 13. Be careful that your fingers not to be caught in the hinge part and the lid when you open and shut the case. 14. Be careful that your neck not to be choked or damaged by the neck strap when you use the carrying case as a working tray. 15. Be careful that the splicer and the other accessories not to drop from the working tray when you use the carrying case as a working tray. Connect one end of the hand strap of the splicer to the hole of the carrying case. 16. Do not modify the handle, strap or strap attachment points. Only use the carrying strap supplied by us. 17. Avoid places with too much dust or dirt. Dirt or dust that can accumulate in the fusion splicer causes short circuit and insufficient cooling, which may lead to splicer malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or electric shock. 18. If you are not going to use the splicer, remove the battery pack from the splicer. Failure to do so will shorten a battery life. 19. Unplug the fusion splicer or remove the battery pack before attempting any maintenance or if not using the splicer for a prolonged period. Failure to do so can cause fire. 20. The monitor, the hood, and the heater clamping, etc. do the opening and shutting operation. Be careful of your fingers not to be caught.

7 <Battery handling and charging> 1. Make sure the polarities are correctly connected. Do not attempt to connect the battery pack or other equipment when you cannot do. Reversed connections can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire. 2. Do not carry or store the battery pack together with any personal jewelry, hairpins or other Metallic objects. Doing so can cause an electrical short circuit. Also excessive current flow can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire. 3. Do not use a dry cell battery and the batteries differing in capacity, type, and manufacturer. Doing so can cause heat generation, bursting and fire. 4. The battery's optimum charging temperature range is 0 to 40 C. Under high temperature conditions such as in direct sunlight or near a fire, safety and protective devices to prevent danger which are built in the battery pack will be activated, resulting in failure of charging. Or if these devices are damaged, excessive current flow can cause loss of control during charging or discharging of the battery pack, heat generation, bursting and fire. Avoid charging the battery pack at extremely low temperature (below 0 C). Failure to do so may lead to deterioration in performance and battery leakage. 5. Always turn off the power to the splicer after use. Failure to do so can cause the battery to be over discharged and deteriorated in performance. 6. In the event the fluid inside the battery leaks, take extremely care not to expose it to your eyes and skin. If it does, immediately wash them thoroughly with clean water enough from the tap and consult a doctor urgently. 7. Unplug the fusion splicer or remove the battery pack before attempting any maintenance or if not using the splicer for a prolonged period. Failure to do so can cause fire. 8. Pay attention not to drop the battery pack when installing and removing it. Dropping the battery pack can cause personal injury. <Handling of optical fiber > 1. Never look into optical fibers or the end of an optical cable attached to the optical output when the device is active. The laser radiation can seriously damage your eyesight. 2. Wear safety glasses at all times for protection from glass fibers. < Others > 1. Do not press the keys on the keypad with a sharp object ( e.g. a ballpoint pen, screwdriver, or nail ) Doing so will damage the keypad. 2. Do not press strongly the touch screen with a sharp object. 3. Do not use or store the battery pack at high temperature, such as in strong direct sunlight, and in cars during hot weather. This can cause deterioration of the battery. 4. Even if you are not going to use the battery pack for a prolonged period, charge it once a year. 5. Do not press the liquid crystal display with force or the display may fail. 6. Take care to keep spliced fiber straight. Do not flex it back and forth. Doing so can cause the spliced fiber to be broken, resulting in loss of the long term reliability of the fiber. 7. Do not use a canned air for cleaning. Chemical reaction may deteriorate the lens, resulting in a loss of splicing capability.

8 8. Check the voltage of AC power before use. The AC adapter should be grounded to earth. If voltage or frequency beyond the range stated flows in the AC adapter, a safety and protective device to prevent danger is activated and the AC adapter will stop. In that case, a new AC adapter should be purchased. Please contact our qualified service personnel. 9. Charge the battery pack within the following temperature range. Failure to do so may lead to deterioration in performance. *Battery pack s required temperature range: 0 C ~ +40 C 10. Before using the battery pack for the first time, charge it. 11. The battery pack is consumables. Repeated charging and discharging decreases battery life. 12. Store the battery pack within the following temperature range. Failure to do so may lead to deterioration in performance. *Battery pack storage temperature range: -20 C ~ +50 C (if stored for less than 1 months) -20 C ~ +40 C (if stored for less than 3 months) -20 C ~ +20 C (if stored for less than 1 year) 13. Charge the battery pack fully before storing it for a prolonged period. 14. Even if you are not going to use the battery pack for a prolonged period, charge it once a year. 15. If you are getting fewer than splice cycles per fully charged battery, consider replacing the battery pack by a new one. 16. When disposing of the battery pack, contact our qualified service personnel or follow the local regulations. 17. Although bright spots or dark spots may appear on the screen, this is a unique characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and such do not constitute or imply a machine defect. 18. We recommend your splicer to be annually over-hauled to keep it in good condition. 19. Glass fiber fragments are extremely sharp. Handle with care. 20. Turn off the splicer before maintenance work. Failure to do so can cause electric shock. 21. Be sure to remove moisture, alcohol or dust on the heater element with a dry cotton swab. 22. Only use Sumitomo genuine electrodes (ER-10). Failure to do so can cause the splicer to malfunction. 23. Do not clean the electrode. Doing so can cause unstable arcing performance. 24. Storing and transporting the splicer with the battery pack installed can cause the battery pack to be damaged or deteriorated, resulting in fire. Remove the battery pack from the splicer before storage. 25. Transporting the splicer with fiber holders loaded can cause the V-grooves or clamps to be damaged, resulting in the failure of splice. Remove the fiber holders from the splicer before storage. 26. Ensure that the strap should be completely secured. 27. Whenever you use the strap rings, be sure to hold the splicer with your hand. Failure to do so can cause the splicer to turn over and accessories such as fiber holder will drop.

9 RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) The Z1C optical fusion splicer is RoHS-compliant. WEEE Directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment; 2002/96/EC) The European Union has enacted a Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE Directive). This directive is applicable in the European Union member states. The crossed out wheelie bin symbol found on our products indicates that it should not be disposed of together with household waste. To prevent possible harm to human health and the environment, waste electrical equipment must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of the product correctly, please contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.

10 IMPORTANT: REGION LIMITATION WARNING: This product is sold for the use in a limited sales area and the sale, resale, transfer, lease or otherwise of this product to the other regions is prohibited. Refer to the information which appears on the splicer screen. YOU NEED TO AGREE ABOUT A SOFTWARE LICENCE AND REGION LIMITATION BEFORE USE. IMPORTANT: PATENT NOTICE This product and/or the use of this product are/is covered by one or more of the following Patents of Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD.: Australia Patent No(s).: Design No(s).: ; Canada Patent No(s).: ; Design No(s).: ; China P. Rep. Patent No(s).: ; ; Design No(s).: X; Europe Design No(s).: ; France Patent No(s).: Germany Patent No(s).: ; Italy Patent No(s).: Sweden Patent No(s).: ; United Kingdom Patent No(s).: ; ; India Design No(s).: ; Japan Patent No(s).: ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Design No(s).: ; Malaysia Design No(s).: MY ; MY Singapore Design No(s).: D2007/402/A; D2009/1085/Z South Korea Patent No(s).: Design No(s).: ; Taiwan Patent No(s).: Design No(s).: D122221; D United States Patent No(s).: 5,777,867; 6,206,583; 6,966,708; 7,140,786; 7,546,020 Design No(s).: D578,072; D628,462S

11 IMPORTANT : Z1C SOFTWARE USER LICENSE Copyright 2014 SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. All rights reserved. ATTENTION : The software installed in the Z1C SPLICER ( this software ) is the property of SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. The usage of this software is granted by a license. CAREFULLY READ AND THIS LICENSE BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. The copyright and all other rights to this software, its documentation and the writings concerning this software ( the writings ), which contain CD-ROM, operation manual, guiding document, data tables, command lists, writing information (photos, images, drawing, text) on appended other printed materials, shall remain with SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. By commencing the use of this software, you acknowledge that you have read the following license and indicate that you agree to its terms. In case of disagreement, contact SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. or our product supplier. LICENSE AGREEMENT This license is the entire agreement between SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. and you. 1. LICENSE The following restricted rights are granted. YOU MAY : a) use on a splicer in which this software is installed. b) create or distribute a construction manual based on the writings on condition that you clarify their source. c) create an execution report of construction based on displayed information, and the writings. d) create a document (manual or execution report) concerning the maintenance of the splicer in which this software is installed or control its splice-quality upon displayed information and the writings. e) make one copy of the writings for archival or backup purpose. 2. RESTRICTIONS The following act is forbidden on this license, except our prior written consent. YOU MAY NOT : 1) sell, distribute, rent, lease, transfer, or disclose the whole or part of the writings to the public or unidentified parties and transfer, disclose or display the electrical format of the writings through online media. 2) make copy of the writings except as permitted in this license. 3) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble this software and analyze, modify or merge the program. 3. CONTRACTING PARTIES If you rent, lease, transfer, or resell the splicer, in which this software is installed, to a corporation or other entity, then this agreement is formed by and between SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. and such entity. You shall be liable for such entity to agree to the same all conditions of this license. 4. TERM AND TERMINATION This agreement shall continue in effect until terminated. You may terminate the agreement at anytime by stopping the use of the splicer in which this software is installed. If you fail to comply with any of the provision of this license, your license will be automatically terminated. Upon termination, you shall transfer the writings to the owner of splicer (In the case that you transfer the splicer to other corporation or entity) or return them to us, otherwise erase or destroy them by appropriate means. You shall forever hold in confidence all trade secrets brought by this license. Further you agree not to disclose to any third party. 5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. and our supplier shall not be liable for consequential, incidental or accidental damages in connection with this software or this agreement and whether this software shall meet your special requirements, special efforts or special method beyond the range described in the operation manual concerning this software. 6. GENERAL If any provision of this agreement is declared by the court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed from the agreement and the other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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13 Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT: REGION LIMITATION IMPORTANT: PATENT NOTICE IMPORTANT: Z1C SOFTWARE USER LICENSE 1. General 1-1 Product overview 1-1 Optical fiber requirement 1-1 Features overview 1-1 Standard package 1-2 Optional accessories 1-3 Consumables 1-4 Structure 1-5 Fusion splicer 1-5 Keypad 1-6 V-grooves, electrodes, other components 1-7 Heat shrink oven 1-8 Input/output panel 1-8 Caution label Splice / Protection 2-1 Preparing power supply 2-2 AC operation 2-2 Battery operation 2-3 Battery level check 2-4 Battery charging 2-5 DC operation (car battery) 2-6 Precautions for battery pack 2-6 Operating procedures 2-7 Turning on the Z1C 2-7 Initial screen 2-8 Stripping the fiber coating / Cleaning the bare fiber 2-9 Cleaving the fiber 2-10 Inserting fibers into the splicer 2-12 Arc test 2-13 Arc test procedure 2-13 Fiber preparation 2-15 Starting the automatic splice 2-16 Splice protection 2-20 Drop cable splicing 2-22 Applicable cable 2-22 Required items 2-22 Preparation 2-22 Removing cable sheath 2-23 Fiber preparation procedures 1 (AP-FC6SA is available) 2-24 Fiber preparation procedures 2 (AP-FC6SA is not available) 2-26 Inserting the fiber into the splicer 2-27 Splice protection for drop cable 2-28

14 3. Daily cleaning and checking up 3-1 Cleaning 3-1 Names of components 3-1 Cleaning V-grooves 3-2 Cleaning LEDs 3-2 Cleaning bare fiber pads 3-3 Cleaning lens protection glass 3-3 Cleaning heat shrink oven 3-4 Replacing electrodes 3-5 Electrode replacement procedures 3-6 Packing and storage instructions Functions 4-1 Splice and heater program settings 4-1 Function settings 4-10 Maintenance settings 4-13 Splice data storage function 4-14 Software download via internet 4-15 Login function 4-15 Help function Other convenient functions 5-1 Back monitor type 5-1 Universal clamp 5-2 Fiber holder operation 5-3 Auto start 5-4 Tripod fixing screws 5-4 Hand strap Troubleshooting 6-1 Arc problems 6-1 Fiber breaking 6-1 Splicer does not power up 6-1 Warranty and repair service 6-2 Error message list 6-3 Z1C Specifications 6-4 Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to change the specification or design without notice and may therefore not coincide with the contents of this manual. E&OE

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16 1. General Thank you very much for purchasing the Z1C Fusion Splicer (hereinafter called the Z1C ). The Z1C automatically pre-inspects and aligns a pair of optical single fibers with equipped microscopes, and then fuses them together with heat from an electric arc to form a low-loss splice. A protection sleeve is applied over the bare glass and cured in the built-in heat shrink oven. Before using the Z1C, read all instructions completely. Caution Read this manual carefully in its entirety to fully understand machine capabilities. Save this manual in a location in which you can easily get to see. Product overview Optical fiber requirement The Z1C can splice the following optical fiber types. Material Silica glass Profile types SMF (ITU-T G.652, G.657) MMF (ITU-T G.651) DSF (ITU-T G.653) NZDSF (ITU-T G.655, G.656) Fiber diameter μm * 1 Fiber coating diameter 100-1,000μm Fiber count Single fiber Cleave length * mm * 3 *1 Fiber diameter except 125μm are only applied in room temperature and 0m altitude. *2 The applicable fiber protection sleeves vary depending on the cleave length. *3 Over 250μm coating diameter with the length less than 8mm require fiber holder operation. Features overview The Z1C key features are: Touch screen monitor (For more information, refer to page 2-8.) 4.1 inch LCD monitor with touch screen operation enables to confirm fiber images easily. The splicer can be operated by touching the icons on the screen. The working efficiency has improved dramatically. Auto start (For more information, refer to page 5-4.) In addition to the function that automatically starts the splicing process when the hood is closed, the function that automatically starts the heating cycle when fiber is placed into the heat shrink oven is provided. 1-1

17 Fully automatic splice mode (Auto mode) (1) The Z1C recognizes fiber core profile and automatically chooses a correct splice program, and proceeds to splicing. (2) Automatic arc calibration (For more information, refer to page 2-13.) Z1C analyzes the arc and has the function to calibrate the arc condition automatically at each splice. Therefore, arc test is not needed usually in the Auto mode. Standard package Here is an example of Z1C standard package. Package contents (example) No. Description Part number Quantity 1 Fusion splicer Z1C main body Z1C 1 pc 2 AC adapter ADC-1430* 1 pc 3 Power cord PC-AC<X> 1 pc 4 Battery pack BU-11S 1 pc 5 Cooling tray - 1 pc 6 Operation CD manual OME * 1 pc 7 Quick reference guide OME * 1 pc 8 Carrying case with worktable CC-Z1 1 pc 9 USB cable - 1 pc 10 Hand strap - 1 pc The above package is an example. *The latest version is provided. The package contents vary depending on the customers requests. Power cord Battery pack Z1C Cooling tray Spare electrodes Operation manual Quick reference guide AC adapter Fiber cleaver (Optional*) Jacket remover (Optional*) Carrying case Fiber holders (Optional*) Strap for carrying case * Optional items are sold separately 1-2

18 Optional accessories The following optional accessories are provided for the Z1C. For further details, please contact our sales personnel. Part name Part No. Description Quantity <Optional accessories for main unit> Battery pack BU-11 BU-11S Li-ion battery for Z1C 1 pc Car battery cable PCV-11 Plugged into a car s cigarette light jack to supply power to splicer 1 pc AC adapter ADC-1430* AC adapter for Z1C *The latest version is provided. 1 pc Battery charger BC-11 Use only for the battery pack BU-11 or BU-11S 1 pc FHS-025 For 0.25mm coated fiber 1 pair Fiber holders FHS-09 For 0.9mm coated fiber 1 pair FHS-05 For 0.5mm coated fiber 1 pair FHD-1 For drop and indoor cable 1 pair Dispenser HR-3 Dispenser for alcohol 1 pc <Tools> FC-7R-S Applicable coating diameter: μm 1 pc Fiber cleaver FC-6S(-C) FC-6RS(-C) FC-6S-5C Applicable fiber diameter: 125μm Replacement blade for FC-7R: FCP-20BL(7R) Replacement blade for FC-7 and FC-6: FCP-20BL 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc Jacket remover JR-M03 Applicable coating diameter: 250μm, 900μm Applicable fiber diameter: 125μm 1 pc 1-3

19 Consumables Fiber protection sleeves, electrodes and battery pack are consumables. Please place an order if you need any. Part name Part No. Description Quantity FPS-1 For single fiber φ0.25mm~0.9mm Length 60mm, Cleave length 16mm 50 pcs/pack Fiber protection sleeves FPS-40 For single fiber φ0.25mm~0.9mm Length 40mm, Cleave length 10mm 50 pcs/pack FPS Thin, For single fiber φ0.25mm~0.9mm Length 60mm, Cleave length 16mm 50 pcs/pack Fiber protection sleeve for cable sheath FPS-D60 For drop cable, small-sized indoor cable Length 60mm, Cleave length 10mm 25 pcs/pack Electrodes ER-10 These parts degrade with time and usage and cannot be recycled. New Battery pack BU-11 parts as a replacement should be BU-11S purchased. 1 pair 1 pc 1 pc Regarding standard equipment, consumables, or optional accessories, please order the new item you need with the item description and part number to our sales personnel. For repair, please read Warranty and repair service at page 6-2 and contact our maintenance service center. 1-4

20 Structure Fusion splicer Main body Z1C fusion splicer Keypad Keys are used to turn on/off the power, perform a splice and heat shrink protection, and setup functions. Touch screen monitor Displays fiber image, splice data and menu. Touch screen operation enables to start splicing, heating and feature setting Heat shrink oven Used to heat and shrink fiber protection sleeves. Battery pack slot Battery is installed in this slot with protection lid. Input/output panel DC output terminal for hot jacket remover and USB port 4 Hood Provides protection from the environment. 1-5

21 Keypad HEAT keys / LED Starts/cancels the heating cycle of the heat shrink oven. Both of the keys have the same function. LED illuminates during the heat cycle. Power key / LED Used to turn on and off the splicer. LED illuminates while the splicer is on. RESET key Used to cancel a splicing operation. Initialization SET key Starts a splicing operation. The keys above are mounted on the upper surface of the splicer. The features of SET, RESET and HEAT keys are also operated by the touch screen on the monitor. Select switch (on the Input/output panel) Use this switch when the touch screen on the monitor breaks down. * Once select switch is used as the following, splice program is fixed to "auto mode" as long as the touch screen is out of order. We recommend contacting our service center soon when the touch screen function does not work. [Procedure] 1) If you found the touch screen function does not work, please turn the power OFF once. 2) Turn the power ON with "select switch" being pushed. 3) Heater program setting screen will be indicated (refer to page 4-2). You can select heater program with HEAT keys (up/down), and determine with SET key. Splice program is set as auto mode automatically. Caution Do not press the keys on the keypad with a sharp object (e.g. a ballpoint pen, screwdriver, or nail ) Doing so will damage the keypad. 1-6

22 V-grooves, electrodes, other components 1 V-grooves Keep bare fibers aligned Fiber coating clamp Holds fiber coating. Electrodes Arc is generated between the electrodes. Electrode cover plate Holds the electrode seated into the retaining groove. V-groove illumination Illuminates the V-groove. Lit when the hood is opened. 6 7 Lens protection glass Protects the lens surface. Microscope objective lens Fiber is observed with the lens. 8 9 LED for fiber observation Illuminates the fiber and make an image on the microscope. Bare fiber pads Hold fibers seated into the V-grooves. Normally they are attached to the hood. 1-7

23 Heat shrink oven Heating plate Heats fiber protection sleeve. Heat shrink oven clamps Hold fibers straight. 3 Heat shrink oven lid Input/output panel Select switch Refer to page USB port Used to download stored splice loss data when connected to a PC. 2 DC output terminal Used to supply DC power to a hot jacket remover. 4 5 SD card slot for splice data output. DC input terminal input power via AC adapter. 1-8

24 Caution label High voltage When the arc is discharged, a high voltage is generated in the electrode. Please pull out the power cord, and detach the battery pack when you touch the electrode. Installing electrode Please confirm whether the electrode is installed without fail before splicing High temperature heater Heater may reach 200 C. Please take care when you use heater. Prohibition of using spray Do not use any gas spray such as gas duster or canned air. 1-9

25 2. Splice / Protection [Preparation for splicing] Before splicing, collect all of the necessary equipment. Z1C Optical fiber being spliced Jacket remover Fiber cleaver Pure (more than 99%) alcohol Lint-free gauze wipes Fiber protection sleeves* *Note that the applicable fiber protection sleeves vary depending on the cleave length. [Operating procedures] The following is a summary of the steps required to make a splice with the fusion splicer. For further information on each step, please see the page described below. Turning on the Z1C --- Page 2-7 Initial screen --- Page 2-8 Splice and heater programs setting --- Page 4-1 Starting the automatic splice --- Page 2-16 Splice protection --- Page 2-20 Stripping the fiber coating / Cleaning the bare fiber --- Page 2-9 Cleaving the fiber --- Page 2-10 Daily cleaning and checking up --- Page 3-1 Inserting fibers into the splicer --- Page 2-12 Packing and storage instructions --- Page 3-8 Arc test --- Page 2-13 Fiber preparation ---Page

26 Preparing power supply The power for Z1C is supplied by AC adapter or battery. AC operation Please connect AC adapter (ADC-1430) with Z1C when you operate with the AC adapter. Plugging Insert the power cord into the AC adapter completely. POWER LED lights up green when the power is supplied. Connect the output cord of AC adapter with DC input terminal of Z1C. Caution 1. Please confirm the voltage of the AC power supply before using. Moreover, please earth the AC adapter by using the power cord with the earthing terminal. 2. The security function might work for safety when the voltage and the frequency outside the specification range are input to the AC adapter and the AC adapter stop operating. In this case, it is necessary to exchange AC adapter for a fee. Please contact our maintenance service center. 3. Please arrange the AC adapter to pull out the power cord immediately in the emergency. (Do not arrange the AC adapter out of reach.) 2-2

27 Battery operation Please install battery pack (BU-11S) in the battery pack slot of Z1C. Turn off the splicer and disconnect the AC adapter before installing and removing the battery pack. *Please confirm the charge before the battery pack is installed. (Please refer to the page 2-4 battery level check ) Battery pack installation Please insert the battery pack up to foundation of battery pack slot surely and vertically. Battery pack removal Open the lid of the battery pack slot, then hang the finger on the projection of the battery pack, and draw out the battery pack in the direction of the arrow. Projection How to open and close the lid of battery pack slot <Open> Release the lock by moving the lock in the direction of the arrow, then open the lid. <Close> Insert tabs of the lid into the battery pack slot, close the lid and move the lock in the direction of the arrow Lock Tabs 2-3

28 Battery level check Press the battery check button. The LED will light up for a few seconds to indicate the battery status in one of five levels. Battery status indication 41~60% 21~40% 1~20% No light: 0% 61~80% Over 80% Battery check button Indicator 41 to 60% Meaning Battery remains enough. Over 80% 61 to 80% The battery level is also displayed as a battery level indicator on the monitor. *Be sure to charge the battery before use when the battery level is low. 21 to 40% Battery remains little. 1 to 20% No battery. Please charge the battery immediately. Charging. Icon changes depending on the battery level. 2-4

29 Battery charging 1. Insert the battery pack into the Z1C. 2. Connect the AC adapter with the Z1C. 3. LED (green) on the side of the DC input terminal blinks, and the charge begins. 4. It takes 2-3 hour to finish charging though it changes according to the residual quantity of the battery. LED (green) lights when the charge ends. Connect the AC adapter. Insert the battery pack. LED (green) The battery pack can be charged while the splicer is in using. However, it takes a longer compared with the time when the splicer is powered off. Caution Please charge the battery in the following temperature span. The battery pack might be deteriorated (decrease in capacity) at the temperature that exceeds this range. *Temperature range for charging: 0 C~+40 C 2-5

30 DC operation (car battery) The car battery cable PCV-11 (option) is required to operate the splicer on DC power (car battery). Contact a sales representative. Precautions for battery pack Before using the battery pack for the first time, charge the battery pack. (The battery is not fully charged before shipping.) The battery pack is a consumable. Repeated charging and discharging decreases battery life. Store the battery pack within the following temperature range. Failure to do so may lead to deterioration in performance. *Battery pack storage temperature range: -20 C ~ +50 C (if stored for less than 1 month) -20 C ~ +40 C (if stored for less than 3 months) -20 C ~ +20 C (if stored for less than 1 year) Do not use or store the battery pack at high temperature, such as in strong direct sunlight, in cars during hot weather. This may cause leakage of battery fluid. If you are not going to use the battery pack for a long period, charge the battery pack once every 6 months. If you are not going to use the splicer, remove the battery pack from the splicer. When should the battery be replaced? When the splice frequency decreased extremely with fully charged battery, please purchase a new battery pack. When disposing of the battery pack, contact our maintenance service center or follow the local regulations. 2-6

31 Operating procedures Turning on the Z1C 1: Ensure that the electrodes are fully inserted in the splicer. 2: Insert the output cord of the AC adapter into the DC input terminal. 3: Adjust the monitor for optimum viewing angles. 4: Press the power ( ) key for more than 1 second to turn on the power. Output cord of the AC adapter The monitor viewing angle can be adjusted. If you press the power key right after connecting the power cord to the power supply module, it may take a few seconds until the splicer is powered on. Special note on monitors Although bright spots or dark spots may appear on the screen, this is a unique characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and such do not constitute or imply a machine defect. 2-7

32 Initial screen Z1C Version 2.xx INITIALIZING S/N : XXXXXXX Copyright 2014 All Rights Reserved. Startup screen Initialize screen MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y Ready Initialization is complete. Ready screen DISP Start Each motor of the splicer is initialized after turning on the power supply, and the ready screen is displayed after a few seconds. Z1C has the touch screen function that enables to operate by the icons on the screen. The function of each icon in the ready screen is as follows. MENU : Display the main menu screen where various functions are selected. SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 :Showing splice program that is selected. You can go to splice program selection screen by touching it. Please refer to page 4-1 for the setting method of the splice program. :Showing heater program that is selected. You can go to heater program selection screen by touching it. Please refer to page 4-2 for the setting method of the heater program. X/Y : Select microscope : Indicator of power input (AC or battery) : Arc test DISP : Display/Non-display icons Start : Start splice : Start and cancel heating cycle 2-8

33 Stripping the fiber coating / Cleaning the bare fiber 1: Clean the fiber coating thoroughly to remove cable gel or other stains. 2: Strip the fiber coating. (An example shows use of Sumitomo JR-M03 tool, strip length shown apply to any stripping tool. If you use another jacket remover, please refer to its operation manual.) Use the correct groove of the remover suitable for the fiber coating diameter. See figure <1>. <1> Check the fiber coating diameter. 3: Strip Approx. 30~40mm of the fiber coating with the JR-M03 (ex). (If you use another remover, please refer to its operation manual.) *If the stripping length is too long, the fiber cleaver may not store the off-cut in the off-cut collector. Bare fiber (1) (2) (3) (1) Fiber coating diameter :1.6-3mm (2) Fiber coating diameter : μm (3) Fiber coating diameter :250μm The JR-M03 strips approx. 25mm of fiber coating at a time. To strip 30~40mm of the fiber coating, repeat the operation. Stripping length= Approx. 30~40mm 4: Repeat the stripping process for the other fiber. 5: Clean the bare fiber from the end of the fiber coating with a lint-free gauze pad moistened with pure alcohol. Pull the bare fiber through the gauze pad. Rotate the fiber by 90 degrees to remove any coating residue. Do not reuse the gauze pad that was used. Keep the fiber squeaky clean. 2-9 Fiber protection sleeve

34 Cleaving the fiber Cleave the fiber. (An example shows use of Sumitomo FC-6S cleaver, cleave length shown apply to any cleaving tool. If you use other models of cleavers, please refer to the operation manual.) Applicable cleave length: 5mm-20mm (φ0.25mm), 10-20mm (φ0.9mm) *A maximum cleave length for the Z1C is16mm. 1: Top clamp lever Open the top clamp lever and the lid of the single fiber adapter. The blade carriage should be in the forward position. Lid of single fiber adapter Blade carriage 2: Lower the fiber straight into the correct V-groove with the end of the fiber coating (e.g. if the cleave length is 16mm) at the 16mm mark on the ruler. 3: Close the lid of the single fiber adapter. 4: Cleave the fiber Lower the top clamp lever. Slide the blade carriage to the rear of the cleaver as indicated by the arrow. 2-10

35 5: Open the top clamp lever. Then open the lid of the single fiber adapter and lift the newly cleaved fiber. Lift the off-cut and dispose it properly. Bare fiber Fiber coating Cleave length 6: Insert the fiber into the splicer. Caution 1. Do not re-clean the fiber after cleaving. 2. To avoid damaging or contaminating the delicate fiber ends, insert each fiber immediately after preparation. 3. Glass-fiber fragments are extremely sharp. Handle with care. By using fiber cleaver (FC-6S-5C), cleaving length of 5-20mm is available (φ0.25mm & φ0.9mm). Please confirm the manual of fiber cleaver (FC-6S-5C) about detail procedure. 2-11

36 Inserting fibers into the splicer 1: Open the hood. Electrode Fiber V-groove 2: Open the fiber coating clamp lid. 3: Set the fiber end between the edge of v-groove and the electrode. 4: Close the fiber coating clamp lid. Do not touch the fiber end face against any surface. 5: Repeat step 1 to 2 for the other fiber. 6: Close the hood. 7: Start an arc test or the splicing process. 2-12

37 Arc test The fusion splicing is a method of melting and connecting the point of the optical fiber by heat of electrical discharge. Because optimum arc conditions are different depending on environment (atmospheric pressure and temperature) and the electrode condition (wear-out and adhesion of the glass) and the optical fiber (manufacturer and SMF/MMF, etc.), appropriate arc condition is necessary to make a low splice loss. Please perform the arc test before splicing in the typical splice program such as SM G652 Std.. In the Auto mode, Z1C analyzes the arc and has the function to calibrate the arc condition automatically at each splice. Therefore, arc test is not needed usually in the Auto mode. As an exception, perform an arc test in the following situations to calibrate the arc power and position. Poor splice performance (high or inconsistent splice losses, poor splice strength) After electrode replacement Extreme changes in temperatures, humidity or air pressure Arc test procedure MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Ready 1:Set each fiber that has been prepared. (The coating is removed and fiber is cleaved.) 2:Confirm whether the splice program and heater program is correct on the ready screen. DISP Start About setting and changing the programs, please refer to the page 4-1 and 4-2 Splice and heater programs setting. 2-13

38 MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm :Touch the Arc test ( ) 4: Arc test ready screen will be displayed. Arc test ready DISP Start MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Arc test ready 5:Touch the Start ( Start ) or push ( ). 6: An arc test is started. Fibers are not spliced because it is not moved on the arc test. DISP Start MENU X/Y Tool Reset SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Arc Too Weak 0180-> DISP 7: If Arc Too Weak, Arc Too Strong or Arc Center is displayed, prepare the fiber again and repeat the test until Arc OK is displayed. The melt back distance of the left and right fibers and the arc center position which are measured via image processing are displayed on the monitor screen. (The arc center position is displayed only if the position is shifted.) MENU X/Y Tool SM G652 Std. 60mm Arc OK Good arc state. Splice can be done. 8: If Arc OK is displayed, begin the fiber preparation procedure to perform a splice. The splicer automatically initializes when the hood is opened. 002 Reset DISP DISP 2-14

39 Arc test result Arc OK Arc Too Weak Arc Too Strong Arc Center The arc power is automatically adjusted. The arc power levels of before and after arc tests are displayed on the screen. If Arc OK is not displayed, re-do the arc test. Prepare the fiber again. Start splicing The adjusted arc power level is stored even if the splicer is turned off. Fiber preparation 1: Be sure to slip the fiber protection sleeve over one of the fibers to be spliced before stripping and cleaving the fibers. The fiber protection sleeve cannot be installed after splicing. 2: Strip the fiber coating and clean the bare fiber. Refer to page : Cleave the bare fiber to proper cleave length. Refer to page :After setting the prepared fibers on Z1C, splicing starts by touching Start ( pushing ( ). (Please refer to the next page.) Start ) or 2-15

40 Starting the automatic splice 1/3 MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Ready See the next page if you skip the checking of splice data and go on to the next step. Checking splice data Touch the Start. SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 MENU Y DISP Start After a splice, touch the DATA ( DATA ). MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y DATA Tool Add Reset Estimated Loss 0.01dB Tap Go icon DISP GO Reset Prefusion check Inspection of fiber end face & dust. Confirm splice data. Splice Data 2014/09/06 10:08:28 MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm /4 Name Estimated Loss Cleave Angle Fiber Offset Memo SM G652 Std. No Error db L: 1.9 R: 0.6 deg 0.2 -> 0.1 um Arc Count 0001 Reset Arc is generated. MENU X/Y DATA Tool Add Reset SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Estimated Loss 0.01dB Tap Go icon Estimated loss is displayed. DISP GO Add the memo by touching MEMO ( ). Standard # $ % ^ & * ( ) < >? : { } _ + Q W E R T Y U I O P A S D F G H J K L Z X C V B N M Shift Default BS Cancel OK 2-16

41 2/3 See the next page if you skip the checking of splice image and go on to the next step. Checking splice image MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y X/Y DATA DATA Tool Tool Add Reset Estimated Loss 0.01dB Tap Go icon Touch the Tool ( Tool process completed. DISP GO ) after splice Add Reset DISP GO Icons of checking tools are displayed. Checking Tools : By touching an arbitrary place of the image, the part is expanding displayed. : Save the image to SD card or internal memory. : Change the brightness of the image. 2-17

42 Proof test 3/3 (if automatic proof test is selected) (if manual proof test is selected) MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y DATA MENU X/Y DATA SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Tool Tool Add Reset Estimated Loss 0.01dB Tap Go icon DISP GO Add Reset Estimated Loss 0.01dB Tap Go icon DISP GO Open the hood. Touch GO. MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y X/Y Reset Proof Test Reset Proof Test The proof test is automatically started. (The test cannot be canceled once started.) The proof test is started. (The test cannot be canceled once started.) MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y X Ready DISP Start Remove the spliced fiber when the screen above is displayed. Remove Fiber Open the hood and remove the spliced fiber when the screen above is displayed. Take care to keep the spliced fiber straight. Do not flex it back and forth. Doing so will cause the spliced fiber to be broken, resulting in loss of the long term reliability of the fiber. 2-18

43 Evaluating splice quality If the spliced fiber is as follows or estimated losses are high, re-do the entire splice. MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y DATA Kink or offset Tool DISP White line (Re-do splicing.) Reset Estimated Loss 0.30dB Tap Go icon GO (Re-arc NG Re-do splicing) MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y DATA Bulging Tool DISP Neck-down (Re-do splicing.) Reset Estimated Loss 0.30dB Tap Go icon GO (Re-do splicing) MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y DATA Bubble Tool DISP Black line (Re-do splicing.) Reset Estimated Loss 0.30dB Tap Go icon GO (Re-do splicing.) After MMF or dissimilar fiber splicing, a line sometimes appears at the splice point. But it does not affect splice quality, such as splice loss, tensile strength, and etc. 2-19

44 Splice protection 1: Open the heat shrink oven lid and the heat shrink oven clamps. Open the hood and the fiber coating clamps to release the spliced fiber. 2: Make sure that the fiber protection sleeve is centered over the spliced portion of the fiber. The applicable fiber protection sleeves vary depending on the cleave length. For more information, refer to page : While maintaining a slight tension on the fiber end, lower the fiber onto the heat shrink oven and push down. Do not twist the fiber. Do not flex the fiber. 60mm protection sleeve 40mm protection sleeve 4: The 2 heat shrink oven clamps and the heat shrink oven lid are closed. When lowering the fiber onto the heat shrink oven, use the markings on the heat shrink oven as a reference. 5: Touch heat icon ( ) on the screen or press heat key ( ). The heat cycle is started. If Auto start heating is set to ON, the heating operation is automatically started when the fiber is placed into the heat shrink oven. The heat icon changes as follows. MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Before heating Heating started Ready Heating advanced Start If you would like to cancel the heating process, press the heat ( ) again. DISP Cooling (HEAT) key or touch 2-20

45 6: The splicer gives a beep sound indicating completion of the heating cycle. Take out the sleeve from the heat shrink oven after a beep sound is heard. 7: Place the protection sleeve onto the cooling tray. Caution The protection sleeve can be taken out from the heat shrink oven after a beep sound is heard. Also finish of heating cycle can be confirmed by the heat icon s change. If the sleeve is taken out from the oven before heat cycle completed, the splice loss might increase because the less cooling cause fiber bending or twisting. Please wait for the finish of heating cycle. <Cooling tray installation> Cooling tray Install the cooling tray into the splicer as shown above. Caution After the heat cycle is complete, the fiber protection sleeve may be hot. Handle with care. Never touch the surface of the heating plate during the heating operation. Doing so may cause personal injury and damage to the heat shrink oven. NG Evaluating protection sleeve 1: The shrinking sleeve is not centered over the splice. 2: Bend in bare fiber 3: Incompletely shrunk (trumpet end) 4: Bubbles on bare fiber 2-21

46 Drop cable splicing Applicable cable Tight buffer type single fiber drop cable. Required items Fusion splicer (Z1C) Allen key 1.5 (included in fusion splicer kit) Cross-recessed screwdriver Nippers Jacket remover Fiber cleaver Fiber holders for drop cable Preparation <Fusion splicer> Using the Allen key, remove the fiber coating clamp from the splicer. Factory default Fiber coating clamp is removed. <Fiber cleaver> If the single fiber adapter AP-FC6M is attached to the cleaver, it must be removed. If the single fiber adapter AP-FC6SA is attached to the cleaver, it does not need to be removed and can be used as it is. Groove for drop cable Remove the single fiber adapter. AP-FC6M (Groove for drop cable is not available.) AP-FC6SA (Groove for drop cable is available.) 2-22

47 Removing cable sheath Clean the cable sheath thoroughly to remove cable gel or other stains. 1. Separate the steel wire from the cable using nippers. 2. Cut the steel wire to a desired length. 3. Insert a protection sleeve over the cable. 4. Make a slit along the groove of the cable sheath using nippers. 5. Split the cable sheath to expose 30~40mm of optical fiber. Cut off the split cable sheath. 6. The cable sheath is removed. Repeat step 1 to 5 for the other cable. Caution Take care not to damage the optical fiber when cutting the cable sheath. Cut each half of the cable sheath to the same length. 2-23

48 Fiber preparation procedures 1 (AP-FC6SA is available) This section outlines fiber preparation procedures in using a fiber cleaver with a single fiber adapter (AP-FC6SA). If your fiber cleaver does not have the single fiber adapter or a single fiber adapter attached to your cleaver is AP-FC6M, please refer to the procedures Put a mark at 10~12mm away from the cable end. 2. Remove the fiber coating from the mark using a jacket remover. 3. Clean the bare fiber from the end of the fiber coating with a gauze pad moistened with pure alcohol. Pull the bare fiber through the gauze pad and rotate the fiber to remove any coating residue. 4. Place the cable in the groove for drop cable on the cleaver, aligning the cable end with the end of the single fiber adapter. Cleave the fiber referring to the cleaver instructions. 2-24

49 5. Load the cable in the fiber holder. Make sure that the cable sheath touches the groove. Close the bigger lid of the holder first, and then close the smaller lid. 6. Repeat step 1~5 for the other cable. 2-25

50 Fiber preparation procedures 2 (AP-FC6SA is not available) This section outlines fiber preparation procedures in using a fiber cleaver without single fiber adapter (AP-FC6SA). If AP-FC6SA is available, please refer to the procedures Load the cable with its sheath removed in the fiber holder. Make sure that the cable sheath touches the groove. Close the bigger lid of the holder first, and then close the smaller lid. 2. Remove the fiber coating at 2~4mm away from the edge of the fiber holder. (Touch the JR-M03 against the edge to remove, and you can remove the coating at 3mm away from the edge.) 3. Clean the bare fiber from the end of the fiber coating with a gauze pad moistened with pure alcohol. Pull the bare fiber through the gauze pad and rotate the fiber to remove any coating residue. 4. Place the fiber holder in the cleaver, touching the edge of the fiber holder against the edge of the fiber holder receptacle. Cleave the fiber referring to the cleaver instructions. 5. Repeat step 1~4 for the other cable. 2-26

51 Inserting the fiber into the splicer 1. Open the hood. 2. Place the fiber holder onto the fiber holder stage, fitting the pin of the stage into the hole of the fiber holder. Take great care not to touch the fiber end face against any surfaces. 3. Make sure that the fiber sits in the V-groove correctly. 4. Close the hood. 5. Start the splicing process. (Note: Perform an arc test prior to splicing.) 2-27

52 Splice protection for drop cable 1. Open the oven lid and oven clamps. Open the hood and all lids of the fiber holders. 2. Take out the cable and slide the fiber protection sleeve onto the fiber. Make sure that the protection sleeve is centered over the splice and at least 5mm of the sleeve overlaps the cable sheath at each end of the splice. Drop cable Fiber protection sleeve Drop cable At least 5mm of the sleeve must overlap the cable sheath at each end of the splice. 3. While maintaining a slight tension on the cable ends, transfer the cable to the heat shrink oven and close the right hand oven clamp. Caution Pay attention not to bend and flex the cable. Failure to do so can cause the splice to break. 4. While applying a slight tension to the cable end, close the left hand oven clamp and oven lid. Start the heat shrink process. 5. After the heat shrink process is complete, open the oven lid and oven clamps and take out the cable. While maintaining a slight tension on the cable ends, close the oven clamps. 2-28

53 3. Daily cleaning and checking up To keep excellent splice quality, regular cleaning and inspection are required. Especially cleaning should be performed before and after each use. We recommend your splicer to be checked through our maintenance service once a year. Warning Turn off the Z1C before maintenance work. Failure to do so may cause electric shock. Cleaning Clean each part with a cotton swab. Please bear in mind that daily cleaning can maintain splicer performance. Clean components before and after use. Names of components Electrode cover plate thumb-screw & electrode cover plate Lens protection glass V-groove illumination Electrode for high voltage side Lens protection glass V-groove Electrode cover plate thumb-screw & electrode cover plate Bare fiber pad LED 3-1

54 Cleaning V-grooves Even tiny bits of dust or dirt in the V-grooves might cause the fiber to be offset. To avoid offset, carefully clean the V-grooves with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol. 1: Prepare a cotton swab moistened with alcohol. 2: Brush the surface of the V-grooves in the direction of the arrow. Cleaning LEDs When a LED surface dirty, a fiber image is unclear, resulting in imperfect image processing. If the display is uneven or LED error occurs, clean them with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol. 1: Prepare a cotton swab moistened with alcohol and wipe the surface of LED lightly. 2: Use a dry cotton swab to wipe off any excess alcohol. Prohibition Do not use a canned air for cleaning. Chemical reaction may deteriorate the LED, resulting in a loss of splicing capability. 3-2

55 Cleaning bare fiber pads Dirt on a bare fiber pad will also cause the fiber to be offset. When fiber offset occurs, clean the bare fiber pad. Do not apply too much force when cleaning. 1: Prepare a cotton swab moistened with alcohol and wipe the surface of bare fiber pads. 2: Use a dry cotton swab to wipe off any excess alcohol. Cleaning lens protection glass If an unclear fiber image is still displayed or LED error occurs again after cleaning LEDs, clean the lens protection glass. 1: Remove the electrodes, referring to the Replacing electrodes. 2: Prepare a cotton swab moistened with alcohol. 3: Gently wipe the lens protection glass in a circular motion. 4: Use a dry cotton swab to wipe off any excess alcohol. 5: Re-fit the electrodes. 6: Perform an arc test. 3-3

56 Caution An electrode tip is extremely sharp. Handle with care. Prohibition Do not use a canned air for cleaning. Chemical reaction may deteriorate the lens protection glass, resulting in a loss of splicing Cleaning heat shrink oven Dirt and dust can accumulate in the heat shrink oven easily. Clean the heating plate regularly with a dry cotton swab. Clean the heating plate with a dry cotton swab. Clean the clamps of the heat shrink oven with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol. Caution Remove moisture or alcohol on the heat shrink oven with a dry cotton swab. 3-4

57 Replacing electrodes Electrodes are worn out or contaminated due to silica glass evaporated during arc, and the electrode condition changes day by day. To achieve a repetitive and stable arc for excellent quality splicing, electrodes should be replaced periodically. Continuing to use the same electrodes may result in high splice losses and poor splice strength. On the Z1C, electrodes typically need replacing after approximately 3,000 arc discharges. If the number of arc discharge exceeds 2,500, Arc Count on the screen will be highlighted in yellow for warning, with a message Electrodes need changing soon. If the number exceeds 3,000 times, a warning message appears every time the splicer is powered on and until you replace electrodes according to the replacement procedures described in the next page. 3-5

58 Electrode replacement procedures Please exchange the electrode to maintain the performance of Z1C at about 3000 discharges. The point of the electrode is very sharp shape. Please take care enough when handling it. 1: Turn off the splicer and unplug the power cord. 2: Using your fingers, loosen the thumbscrews. 3: Lift the electrode cover plate as shown in the left figure. 4: Remove the old electrode. 5: Install a new electrode. Caution When handling the electrodes, avoid touching the electrode tips with anything. [Back view of electrode and cover plate] 6: Tighten the thumbscrew while pressing the electrode below at each electrode cover plate. 7: Repeat step 2 to 5 for the other electrode. Always replace both electrodes at a time. 8: Plug the power cord into the power module and turn on the power to condition the electrodes. (Refer to page 4-13.) After conditioning the electrodes, the Arc count is automatically reset. Always replace with Sumitomo genuine electrodes in pairs at a time. Failure to do so can keep the splicer from maximizing its ability. 3-6

59 Caution Please confirm the plastic button of the electrode is certainly pushed by the protrusion. Protrusion Plastic button <Correct example> <Wrong example> Caution Splice performance is not steady or the part of splicer is damaged when installing the electrode at a wrong position. Caution An electrode tip is extremely sharp. Handle with care. Caution Be sure to turn off the splicer and unplug the power cord or remove the battery pack before replacing the electrodes. Discard the old electrodes properly. Caution Do not clean the electrode. Doing so may cause unstable arcing performance. 3-7

60 Packing and storage instructions Store the Z1C and its accessories in a designated place in the case referring to the photo below. Store the Z1C in the direction shown in the photo below. The Z1C with a cooling tray cannot be stored in the case. Remove the cooling tray from the splicer and store it in the pocket. Operation manual Battery pack Z1C Power cord Cooling tray Spare electrodes Quick reference guide AC adapter Fiber cleaver (Optional*) Jacket remover (Optional*) Carrying case Fiber holders (Optional*) Strap for carrying case * Optional items are sold separately The Z1C fusion splicer is a precision instrument. Its rugged shipping case is custom designed to protect it from impact, dust, dirt, and moisture. Always store and transport the machine in its case. Observe the following instructions. Clean the Z1C and all accessories before storing them. Be sure to remove the battery pack from the Z1C and store it in a given place. Warning Keeping the battery in the Z1C may cause the battery terminal to be damaged or deteriorated, resulting in fire. Reposition the monitor before storing. Discard the liquid solvent properly, or lock the dispenser completely and put it in a plastic bag before packing the dispenser in the case. 3-8

61 Warning Take extreme care of the handling of alcohol. Before storing the fiber cleaver, dispose of the fiber fragments collected in the off-cut collector in a proper way. Caution Glass fiber fragments are extremely sharp. Handle with care. Close the carrying case completely and latch it before transportation. Pay attention to storage temperature and dew condensation when storing the splicer. The battery is self-discharged during storage. Perform temperature control and charge and discharge the battery once every 6 months. Storage temperature -20 C ~ +50 C (if stored for less than 1 month) -20 C ~ +40 C (if stored for less than 3 months) -20 C ~ +20 C (if stored for less than 1 year) 3-9

62 4. Functions Splice and heater programs setting <Splice program setting> MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 MENU SM G652 Quick 60mm 0.25 X/Y X/Y Ready Ready DISP DISP Start Start Touch splice program icon once. The icon will expand. Then touch it again. Splice program is changed. Auto Splice Program Recent For the details of splice programs, refer to page 4-3. If you would like to change splicer program parameters, refer to page /1 SM G652 DS G653 BIF G657 Select Item Select Item MM G651 NZ G655 Select the category of fiber type. 1/3 Splice Program SMF SM G652 Std. SM G652 Quick G657A-G652 G657B-G Select Select Splice Item Program 1/3 Splice Program SMF SM G652 Std. SM G652 Quick G657A-G If the page icon ( X/X ) displays the number except 1/1, that means there are other pages. Touch the move (, ) to go next page or touch the page icon to order the page directly. G657B-G Select Splice Program Touch splice program once. The icon will change its color. Then touch it again to determine selection. 4-1

63 <Heater program setting> MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.9 X/Y X/Y Ready Ready DISP DISP Start Start Touch heater program icon once. The icon will expand. Then touch it again. Recent Heater Program Heater program is changed. For the details of heater programs, refer to page 4-5. If you would like to change heater program parameters, refer to page /1 60mm Slim 60mm Lynx 40mm Slim 40mm SPS Select Item Select the category of fiber protection sleeve. 1/1 Heater Program 60mm 60mm FPS-1 60mm FPS-1 Drop 031 FPS-D60 Select Heater Program Touch heater program once. The icon will change its color. Then touch it again to determine selection. 4-2

64 Splice programs Category Splice Program Details The Z1C recognizes the type of fiber loaded and proceeds to splicing. This mode enables to splice standard SMF (ITU-T G.652), MMF (ITU-T G.651), DSF (ITU-T G.653), NZDSF (ITU-T G.655) and BIF (Bend Insensitive fiber, ITU-T G.657). Auto Auto ATTENTION The fiber detection is conducted on left and right fibers individually. The data on representative core profiles of standard fiber types are stored in the Z1C. However, other manufacturers and new design fibers may sometimes be recognized incorrectly. In this case, please select suitable splice program by yourself. Even if fibers are sorted in the same category, suitable splice program is sometimes different depending on the manufacturers or fibers. In this case, please select the suitable splice program by yourself. SM G652 Auto MM G651 Auto DS G653 Auto NZ G655 Auto BIF G657 Auto Continue to the next page. Can be used for splicing identical SMF (ITU-T G.652). Please select this program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced. Can be used for splicing identical MMF (ITU-T G.651). Please select this program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced. Can be used for splicing identical DSF (ITU-T G.653). Please select this program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced. Can be used for splicing identical NZDSF (ITU-T G.655). Please select this program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced. Can be used for splicing identical BIF (ITU-T G.657). Please select this program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced. About Auto Arc Power In the Auto mode, Z1C analyzes the arc and has the function to calibrate the arc condition automatically at each splice. Therefore, arc test is not needed usually in the Auto mode. Perform an arc test in the following situations to calibrate the arc power and position. Poor splice performance (high or inconsistent splice losses, poor splice strength) After electrode replacement Extreme changes in temperatures, humidity or air pressure Please perform an arc test before splicing on all splice programs except Auto mode. 4-3

65 Category Splice Program Details SM G652 MM G651 DS G653 SM G652 Std. SM G652 Quick Other SMF SM ATTN1 E-SC Fusion MM G651 Std. MM G651 Quick G651 G652 Other MMF DS G653 Std. DS G653 Quick Other DSF NZ G655 Typ. Can be used for splicing identical standard SMF (ITU-T G.652). Can be used for splicing identical standard SMF (ITU-T G.652) and making a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled. The splice programs that include standard SMF are listed. ex)g657a-g652 This mode can be used for splicing fibers by shifting the centers of the left and right fiber cores and achieving intentional high splice losses. Recommended target attenuation range: 0.1~5.0dB An estimated splice loss displayed in the splicer may not match an actual splice loss depending on the fiber type being spliced. It is recommended that actual splice losses be measured and checked with a power meter. Target Loss: Enter a target splice loss in Setting settings (2/6 page). User settable attenuation range is 0.1~15dB (in increments of 0.1dB). ATTN Coef.: If the target splice loss does not match an actual loss, modify this value in Function settings. Can be used for splicing Sumitomo s splice-on-connector E-SC Fusion. Can be used for splicing identical standard MMF (ITU-T G.651). Can be used for splicing identical standard MMF (ITU-T G.651) and making a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled. Can be used for splicing identical standard MMF (ITU-T G.651) and SMF (ITU-T G.652). The splice programs that include standard MMF are listed. Can be used for splicing identical standard DSF (ITU-T G.653). Can be used for splicing identical standard DSF (ITU-T G.653) and making a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled. The splice programs that include standard DSF are listed. Can be used for splicing identical standard NZDS (ITU-T G.655). NZ G655 NZ G655 Quick Can be used for splicing identical standard NZDSF (ITU-T G.655) and making a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled. G655 G652 Can be used for splicing identical standard NZDSF (ITU-T G.655) and SMF (ITU-T G.652). Other NZDS The splice programs that include standard NZDSF are listed. BIF G657 Std. Can be used for splicing identical standard BIF (Bend Insensitive fiber, ITU-T G.657). BIF G657 G657 Quick Can be used for splicing identical standard BIF (ITU-T G.657) and making a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled. Other BIF The splice programs that include standard BIF are listed. ex)g657a-g657b Recent - The splice program selected recently is listed. 4-4

66 Heater programs The heating programs are optimized for Sumitomo protection sleeves. Select an appropriate heater program for the protection sleeve you are using. category Heater program Details Recent - The heater program selected recently is listed. 60mm 0.25 Can be used for heat shrinking 60mm protection sleeves for single fiber with 0.25mm coating, for example, Sumitomo FPS-1. 60mm 60mm 0.9 Can be used for heat shrinking 60mm protection sleeves for single fiber with 0.9mm coating, for example, Sumitomo FPS-1. Drop Can be used for heat shrinking 60mm protection sleeves for drop cable splice, for example, Sumitomo FPS-D60. 40mm 0.25 Can be used for heat shrinking 40mm protection sleeves for single fiber with 0.25mm coating, for example, Sumitomo FPS mm 40mm 0.9 Can be used for heat shrinking 40mm protection sleeves for single fiber with 0.9mm coating, for example, Sumitomo FPS mm 0.4 Can be used for heat shrinking 40mm protection sleeves of Nano Sleeves N4 series, for example, Sumitomo FPS-N4-40. Can be used for heat shrinking 60mm semi-shrunk protection sleeves for S60mm 0.25 single fiber, for example, FPS Slim 60mm S60mm0.25+5s The program which heating duration is 5 sec. longer than S60mm S60mm0.25-5s The program which heating duration is 5 sec. shorter than S60mm Can be used for heat shrinking 40mm semi-shrunk protection sleeves for S40mm 0.25 single fiber, for example, FPS Slim 40mm S40mm0.25+5s The program which heating duration is 5 sec. longer than S40mm S40mm0.25-5s The program which heating duration is 5 sec. shorter than S40mm LYNX Can be used for heat shrinking protection sleeves for 10mm cleaved Sumitomo s splice-on-connector Lynx-CustomFit. Lynx E-SC Fusion Can be used for heat shrinking 26mm protection sleeves for Sumitomo s splice-on-connector E-SC Fusion. LYNX MINI Can be used for heat shrinking protection sleeves for 5mm cleaved Sumitomo s splice-on-connector Lynx-CustomFit. 25mm 0.4 Can be used for heat shrinking 25mm protection sleeves of Nano Sleeves N4 series, for example, Sumitomo FPS-N4-25. SPS 20mm mm mm 0.9 Can be used for heat shrinking 20mm protection sleeves of Nano Sleeves N4 series, for example, Sumitomo FPS-N4-20. Can be used for heat shrinking 25mm protection sleeves of Nano Sleeves N9 series, for example, Sumitomo FPS-N9-25. Can be used for heat shrinking 20mm protection sleeves of Nano Sleeves N9 series, for example, Sumitomo FPS-N

67 <Change splice program parameter> 1/3 Splice Program SMF SM G652 Std. SM G652 Quick G657A-G652 G657B-G Select Splice Program Select Splice Program In the splice program setting screen (page 4-1), select the program (change the color), then touch Setting icon ( ). Item select screen is displayed. <Change heater program parameter> 1/1 Heater Program 60mm 60mm FPS-1 60mm FPS-1 Drop 031 FPS-D60 Select Heater Program In the heater program setting screen (page 4-2), select the program (change the color), then touch Setting icon ( ). Item select screen is displayed. Splice Program SM G652 Std. Heater Program 60mm 0.9 2/6 Arc Time PrefuseTime SMF Quick Gap Overlap SMF Quick SMF Quick sec sec um um 1/2 Heat up Temp. A 0200 C 003 Heating Duration A SMF Quick 0015 sec Heat up Temp. B SMF Quick 0200 C Heating Duration B SMF Quick 0015 sec Select Item Touch the item once. The icon will change its color. Then touch it again to determine selection. Select Item Touch the item once. The icon will change its color. Then touch it again to determine selection Unit: sec Max.: Min.: Standard: SM G652 Std. Arc Time Set Value OK Input the value by touching number keys, then touch OK ( OK ) Unit: C Max.: Min.: Standard: mm 0.9 Heat up Temp. A Set Value OK Input the value by touching number keys, then touch OK ( ). OK 4-6

68 <Splice program settings> Page Item Details 1/6 Name Allows to edit splice program name. Template Allows to choose splice program as a template when new splice program is created. Align Method Sets the alignment method for fibers to be spliced. Choose from Core, and Diameter. Core Aligns center of right and left optical fiber cores. Diameter Aligns center of right and left optical fiber diameters. Auto Power Automatically optimizes arc power. 2/6 Arc Time Sets the arc fusion time. 3/6 Prefuse Time Gap Overlap Arc Power Gapset Position Cleaning Arc Time Rearc Time Sets the time between start of arc fusion and feeding of fibers. Sets the gap between fiber end faces before arc fusion. Sets the distance of feeding fiber. Sets the arc power. Generally it is automatically set by an arc test and does not need to be changed. It is shown as [Standard + XX]. [Standard] means pre-set arc power. [+ XX] can be manually increased or decreased. Sets the position of splicing fibers. Generally it is automatically set by an arc test and does not need to be changed. Sets the cleaning arc time for removing dust from optical fiber. Sets the additional arc time to be conducted after splicing. 4/6 Splice Method Set the splice mode to Automatic or Manual. 5/6 6/6 Cleave Angle Limit Core Angle Limit Est. Loss Limit Estimation Mode MFD-L MFD-R Wavelength Sets the threshold of cleave angle. If a reading exceeds the threshold, the splicer will give an error. Sets the threshold of core angle. If a reading exceeds the threshold, the splicer will give an error. Sets the threshold of estimated loss. If a reading exceeds the threshold, the splicer will give an error. Sets the loss estimation method to High or Standard. If High is chosen, the splicer will observe and inspect the core of spliced fiber with very high precision after fusion splicing. Sets the MFD of left side optical fiber. Sets the MFD of right side optical fiber. Sets the wavelength for loss estimation calculation. 4-7

69 <How an arc discharges and motors run during the splicing process> Arc discharge Motor move (1) Arc time (2) Prefuse time (3) Overlap (4) Arc Power (5) Cleaning Arc Time (6) Rearc Time 4-8

70 <Heater program settings> Page Item Details 1/2 Heat up Temp. A Heating element rise up to the set temperature in the first term of heating cycle. (Numerical input) Heating Duration A Duration of the first term of heating cycle. (Numerical input) Heat up Temp. B Heating element rise up to the set temperature in the middle term of heating cycle. (Numerical input) Heating Duration B Duration of the middle term of heating cycle. (Numerical input) 2/2 Finish Temp The temperature of finishing heating cycle after cooling. (Numerical input) Temp The heating control system Heat up temp A Heat up temp B Finish temp Heating Duration A Heating Duration B Time 4-9

71 Function settings 1/2 MENU SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 X/Y Ready DISP Ready Start Touch Menu ( menu screen. MENU ) to go to Menu DATA Splice Data Function Maintenance Security Login Information 2014/01/01 00:00 Select Item For more details of the items of function, please refer to the page 4-12 Touch Function ( function screen. ) to go to Function 1/6 Arc Pause Auto Start Function Heater Auto Start Display Monitor Select Function ON OFF OFF Automatic Touch the item once. The icon will change its color. Then touch it again to go to setting screen. 1/6 Arc Pause Auto Start Heater Auto Start Display Monitor Select Function ON OFF OFF Automatic If the page icon ( X/X ) displays the number except 1/1, that means there are other pages. Touch the move (, ) to go next page or touch the page icon to order the page directly. 4-10

72 2/2 Screen indication In the function setting item of following the screen can be selected. sign, the displaying method of Function 3/6 Date(yy/mm/dd hh:mm) 2014/01/01 00:00 Language English Temperature Unit Centigrade Fiber Insert Screen X above Y Select Function X or Y only Function 4/6 Pre-Fusion Screen Arc Screen Post-Fusion Screen X or Y only X above Y X or Y only If X or Y only is selected, X or Y screen is displayed on the screen. Est. Loss Screen X beside Y Select Function X above Y If X above Y is selected, X and Y screens are vertically displayed on the screen. X beside Y If X beside Y is selected, X and Y screens are horizontally displayed on the screen. 4-11

73 Page Functions Details 1/6 2/6 3/6 Arc Pause Auto Start Heater Auto Start Display Monitor ECO Mode Sleep Auto Power Off Bright Date(yy/mm/dd hh:mm) Language Temperature Unit Fiber Insert Screen 4/6 Pre-Fusion Screen Arc Screen Post-Fusion Screen Est. Loss Screen This function stops the splicing process before arcing occurs. If you would like to check fiber offset and fiber end faces, set this function to ON. This function starts the splicing process when the fiber is inserted in the splicer and the hood is closed. This function starts the heating process when the fiber is placed into the heat shrink oven. Front monitor type or Back monitor type can be selected. Saves power consumption by adjusting monitor brightness and heat shrink oven temperature If the splicer is not interrupted for a certain span of time, to minimize power consumption on standby, the monitor and 12VDC will be turned off. (The Power LED will be lit in orange.) To return to normal operation, press any key, except the Power key. If the splicer is in Sleep mode and is not interrupted for another certain span of time, the splicer is automatically powered off. You need to switch on the splicer again. The brightness of the monitor can be adjusted by eight stages. This function sets the built-in clock of the splicer to local time. The language being displayed can be selected. (Some languages cannot be selected.) This function switches the temperature units. Single (X or Y) screen type or dual (X and Y) screen type can be selected in each step of the splicing process. For further details, please refer to page /6 Buzzer sound of touching icons or pressing keys can be Buzzer (Key) selected. "Mute" can be selected too. Buzzer (Stop) Buzzer sound of arc pause can be selected. "Mute" can be selected too. Buzzer (Error) Buzzer sound of detecting errors during splice. "Mute" can be selected too. Audio Volume The volume of the speaker can be adjusted by six stages. 6/6 Light for v-groove This function sets the V-groove illumination to ON or OFF. 4-12

74 Maintenance settings MENU X/Y SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 Maintenance Conditioning Arc Ready 1/2 Arc Bright Count All Count Reset Arc Count Touch MENU ( Menu screen. Menu MENU DISP Start ) to go to Turn power off and Take power unit out of splicer When electrodes changed Touch the item once. The icon will change its color. Then touch it again to determine selection. Touch the move (, ) to go next page. Maintenance DATA Splice Data Function Login Maintenance Information 2014/01/01 00:00 Select Item Security In the menu screen, touch Maintenance icon ( ) to go to Maintenance screen. 2/2 Restore Data Self Inspection Touch Calibration Page Item Details 1/2 Conditioning Arc After the electrodes are replaced, this function is used to condition a new electrode. The number of conditioning arc is preset. Arc Count is automatically reset after conditioning arc is performed. Reset Arc Count Arc Count can be reset, while All Count cannot. 2/2 Restore Data All parameters except Arc Count and All Count are returned to the factory setting. Self Inspection The circuit board, optical unit, motors and heat shrink ovens are automatically inspected. Touch Calibration Perform touch calibration when icons and items could not be selected correctly with touching operation. 4-13

75 Splice data storage function 1/2 2/2 1/2 1/6 Memory 10:08:28 10:15:10 10:25:30 10:32:45 Splice Data Select Item Splice Data 2014/09/06 SMF Quick SMF Quick SMF Quick Select Item Data+Image Data Save Location SMF Quick Internal Memory Display Copy Clear Histogram Name SMF Quick Splice Data Select Item SM G652 Std. Loss 0.01dB SM G652 Std. Loss 0.01dB SM G652 Std. Loss 0.02dB SM G652 Std. Loss 0.01dB Splice Data [0006] 2014/01/06 10:08:28 Estimated Loss Cleave Angle Fiber Offset Memo SM G652 Std. No Error db L: 1.9 R: 0.6 deg 0.2 -> 0.1 um Touch the Splice Data icon ( DATA ) on the menu screen to go to DATA screen. Please set "Memory" item ON before splicing if you want to save the splice data. In Data Save Location item, you can select SD or Internal Memory as the location that splice data be saved in. If SD card is inserted in the slot, splice data is automatically saved in SD card. To display stored splice data, select Display. Enter the memory location you would like to view. When "Copy" item is selected, the saved data is copied onto the SD card in CSV format. In "Histogram" item, the histogram of estimated loss and angle can be displayed based on the data that has been recorded. Description of data Cleave Angle : Inspected cleave angle of the (L/R) fiber. Fiber Offset : Inspected offset of the core axis When the dust box icon ( ) is touched, the referred data is deleted. Add the memo by touching MEMO ( ). Standard # $ % ^ & * ( ) < >? : { } Q W E R T Y U I O P A S D F G H J K L Z X C V B N M _ + Shift Default BS Cancel OK 4-14

76 Software download via internet By accessing to the URL below and getting a maintenance application, customers can upgrade newest software via internet. For further information, please access to the URL and refer to the manual. Login function By inputting the pass code, the expanded functions for the administrator can be used. Please refer to "Administrator menu operation instructions" for details. Menu DATA Splice Data Function Maintenance Security Login Information 2014/01/01 00:00 Select Item 4-15

77 Help function Z1C has a function to display the user training video such as the method of the preprocessing of the fiber, the daily checkup, and the cleaning in animation. It is possible to run the video, to stop temporarily, and to confirm the work procedure details. Menu Information DATA Splice Data Function Maintenance Security Help Video SMF Quick Information 1/1 Login Information 2014/01/01 00:00 Select Item Touch the Information icon ( ) in menu screen to go to movie screen. Select Item Select Help Video item. Help Video View SMF Quick Update Help Video View Stripping the fiber coating Cleaning SMF the Quick bare fiber 1/1 1/3 Cleaving the fiber Inserting fibers into the splicer Select Item Select View item. Select the movie. Select Movie Help Video Stripping the fiber coating Stop Start / Pause 4-16

78 5. Other convenient functions The Z1C is provided with various functions. Set up the functions as necessary. Back monitor type The back monitor type is convenient when you would like to place the fiber to be spliced for installation closer to you. Front monitor Back monitor Operating direction Operating direction The monitor display reverses automatically when the monitor is moved to the position of the back monitor type. (Refer to the page 4-12) When using the splicer by the back monitor type, it is easy to work if the right and left of the coating clamp are replaced according to the following procedures. 1. Loosen the right and left coating clamp fixation screw, and detach the coating clamp. Coating clamp fixation screw Coating clamp 2. After replacing right and left coating clamp, tighten the coating clamp fixation screw. The lid of the coating clamp opens in the same direction as the front monitor type from the operator's position. 5-1

79 Universal clamp Z1C can clamp both a tight buffer and a loose buffer coating by the standard issue. Please change the position of the coating clamp lid as following procedures according to the kind of the coating. 1. Loosen the coating clamp fixation screw, and detach the coating clamp. Coating clamp Coating clamp fixation screw Forth 180 Back 2. The lid can be moved back and forth by opening the coating clamp lid by 180. Change the position of the lid according to the coating of the fiber, and shut the lid. >>Tight buffer : back >>Loose buffer : forth *Please prepare the loose buffer fiber as below. Bare fiber 10mm φ0.25mm coating 10mm φ0.9mm coating 3. Fix the coating clamp back to the splicer. <Applicable cleave length for the universal clamp> Please refer to the table below. Position of the lid Type of fiber coating Diameter of fiber coating [μm] Applicable cleave length [mm] Back Tight buffer Up to to 16 Over to 16 Loose buffer - NOT applicable Forth Tight buffer Up to to 10 Over to 10 Loose buffer 250 primary/ 900 secondary 10 (Refer to the figure above) 5-2

80 Fiber holder operation By detaching the coating clamp, it is possible to splice by the fiber holder for a single fiber. Fiber holder FHS series made by Sumitomo can be applied. 1. Loosen the coating clamp fixation screw, and detach the coating clamp. Coating clamp fixation screw Coating clamp 2. The holder stage appears. The fiber holder is set on the holder stage. Holder stage Fiber holder FHS-025 <Fiber holder operation with the back monitor type> When the fiber holder is used by the back monitor type, change the direction that the fiber holder lid opens by the following procedures. 1. Loosen the holder stage fixation screw, and detach the holder stage. Holder stage Holder stage 2. After replacing right and left holder stage, tighten the holder stage fixation screw. The lid of the fiber holder opens in the same direction as the front monitor type from the operator's position. 5-3

81 Auto start The Z1C is provided with Auto start function that automatically starts the splicing process and the heating operation. Auto start splicing When the fiber is inserted into the splicer and the hood is closed, the splicing process is automatically started. No need to press ( ) or to touch start ( Start ). (See also page 4-12.) Auto start heating When the fiber is placed into the heat shrink oven, the heating operation is automatically started. No need to press ( ) or to touch heat ( ). (See also page 4-12.) Tripod fixing screws The Z1C has screw holes for M8 screw and 1/4-20UNC screw. In a high location, fix the splicer to a tripod to prevent it from dropping. Screw hole for 1/4-20UNC screw Screw hole for M8 screw Caution In a high location, fix the Z1C to a tripod with the M8 screw or 1/4-20UNC screw on the bottom of the splicer to prevent the splicer from dropping. 5-4

82 Hand strap The strap is attached to Z1C. Please install the strap surely according to the following procedure. Hook of hand strap Strap ring Please pass the hook at both ends of the hand strap through a right and left strap ring of Z1C. Caution If the strap ring is not jointed surely with the hook of the hand strap, Z1C might be dropped. 5-5