Mr. Pearson has extensive experience in all aspects ofthe fiber optic communication industry. He currently is
President of Pearson Technologies, Director of the Fiber Optic Association and an Editorial Advisor to Fiberoptic
Product News. He is certified as a professional consultant by the Academy of Professional Consultant and Advisors.
Summary
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 detailed procedures
-Optional connector installations steps to reflect increasing installation skills
-Extensive figures and photographs enhance comprehension
Table of Contents
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.
