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Complete Guide to Fiber Optic Cable Systems Installation

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ISBN-10: 082737318X

ISBN-13: 9780827373181

Edition: 1st 1997

Authors: Eric R. Pearson

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Destined to become the industry reference, this book offers comprehensive, complete, state-of-the-art information and procedures for installing fiber optic cable systems. This single resource cover in detail, all of the procedures for installation, testing and commissioning and troubleshooting of these systems. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of the process including cable installation, cable end preparation, connector installation, splicing, testing and troubleshooting and contains review questions. Features: -Presentation of complete information for installers of all fiber optic systems -The only source covering troubleshooting procedures -Comprehensive single source for…    
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Book details

List price: $199.95
Edition: 1st
Copyright year: 1997
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 10/3/1996
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 192
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 0.25" tall
Weight: 1.188
Language: English

Preface
Introduction
Forward
The Basics of Fiber Optic Systems
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Fiber Optic Transmission Systems: Components and Functions
The Basics of Optical Fibers
Basic Cable Facts
Basic Connection Facts
Basic Transmitter and Receiver Facts
Advantages and Types of Fiber Optic Systems
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Why Use Fiber Optics? Three Potential Disadvantages
How Fiber Optics is Used
Standard Products
Review Questions
How to Install Cable and Prepare Ends
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
24 Guidelines for Successful Cable Installation and End Preparation
Hands-On Activities: Learn When to Handle Fiber Carefully
End Preparation Procedure for Indoor Cable Designs
End Preparation for Outdoor Cable Designs
Review Questions
Connector Installation: 4 Methods and 2 Styles
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Safety Precautions
Method #1: Epoxy, Crimp and Polish Installation of ST-Compatible Connectors
Method #2: Preloaded and Preheated Installation of ST-Compatible Connectors
Method #3: Epoxyless, Crimp/Crimp/Polish Installation of ST-Compatible Connectors
Method #4: Anaerobic Adhesive Installation of SC Connectors. 23 Alternate Steps
How To Recognize Low Loss & High Loss Connectors Through Microscopic Inspection
Singlemode Polishing
Review Questions
How to Make Loss Measurements
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
The Insertion Loss Measurement Procedure
How To Make and Interpret OTDR Measurements
The Reflectance Measurement Procedure
Review Questions
How to Install Splices Properly
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Fusion Splicing
Mechanical Splicing
Installing Splices In Trays and Enclosures
Review Questions
How to Certify and Troubleshoot Fiber Systems
Chapter Objectives
Introduction
Seven Questions to Answer
How to Answer the Seven Questions
Identify Common Problems in 11 Cable Systems
Review Questions
Appendices