JONARD TOOLS OTDR-1000 Firmware Update Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- JONARD TOOLS
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JONARD TOOLS OTDR-1000 Firmware Update
Product Information
The OTDR-1000 is a fiber optic reflectometer with a built-in visual fault locator (VFL), optical power meter (OPM), and optical light source (OLS). It is designed to measure the characteristics of fiber optic cables, such as length, loss, and attenuation. The device comes with a microSD card slot for firmware updates and data storage. The OTDR-1000 should have a minimum charge of 50% before performing a firmware update.
Product Usage Instructions
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Ensure you have the following items:
- a MicroSD card with at least 2 MB of storage
- a computer or laptop with an SD card slot and SD/microSD card adapter
- If using a desktop computer, you may need an SD/microSD USB adapter
- an OTDR-1000 device with at least 50% charge
- Note: Ensure the OTDR-1000 has sufficient charge, as the update may fail otherwise
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Download the latest firmware update from the Downloads section of
https://jonard.com/otdr-1000-otdr-fiber-optic-reflectometer-vfl-opm-ols-event- mapmore?v=1060 -
Extract the otdr.nov file by right-clicking it and selecting “Extract All”
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Connect your MicroSD card to your computer using an SD/microSD card adapter
- Note: It is recommended to use a blank microSD card for a successful update
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Copy the extracted otdr.nov file onto the root directory of your MicroSD card
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Disconnect the MicroSD card from your computer
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Power ON the OTDR-1000 device
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Insert the MicroSD card into the OTDR-1000’s microSD card slot
- Note: Insert the MicroSD card with the contacts facing the screen
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Access the System module of the OTDR-1000
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Press the F3 key and select OK to start the firmware update
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The firmware update process may take up to 15 minutes
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Once the update is complete, restart the OTDR-1000 unit and remove the microSD card
Before starting
- You will need:
- MicroSD card with at least 2 MB of storage
- Computer/laptop with SD card slot and SD/microSD card adapter
- If using a desktop computer, a SD/MicroSD USB adapter might be required
- OTDR-1000 with at least 50% charge
- Important : Make sure the OTDR-1000 has at least 50% charge, or the update will not work correctly.
Downloading & Installing the Latest Firmware Update
- Download the latest firmware update under the “Downloads” section of: https://jonard.com/otdr-1000-otdr-fiber-optic-reflectometer-vfl-opm-ols-event-map-more?v=1060
- Next, extract the “otdr.nov” file by right clicking it and clicking on “Extract All”
- .Connect your MicroSD card to your computer via SD/microSD card adapter.
- Note : To ensure a successful update, it is recommended to use a blank microSD card.
- Copy the “otdr.nov” file onto the root of your MicroSD card:
- Disconnect the MicroSD card from your computer.
- Power ON the OTDR-1000
- Insert the MicroSD card into the OTDR-1000’s microSD card slot.
- Note : The MicroSD card only goes in one direction, with the contacts facing the screen
- Enter the System module of the OTDR-1000
- Press the F3 Key and hit “OK” to start the update
- The firmware update may take up to 15 minutes. When it is complete, restart the unit and disconnect the microSD card