FEBRUARY 2014 | EDITION 176

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COMMUNICATORFIBER INSTRUMENT SALES, INC.161 Clear Road • Oriskany, NY 13424

Today, consumers are buying everything from clothing to cars online. Similarly, network technicians have discovered the convenience of shopping online for tools, components and test equipment. The volume of sales generated through the FIS website continues to grow every year.

To provide the best possible service for our online customers, we have completely redesigned the FIS website. Whether you are shopping for products or seeking technical information, the new FIS website puts it all at your fingertips.

More of EverythingTo help you make informed purchase decisions, the new FIS website includes more product descriptions, photos and spec sheets. Also, our Live Help feature is now available throughout the website, enabling you to contact a live Sales Assistant should you have questions about a product or service. When you are ready to order, our new checkout procedure makes it easier than ever.

The centerfold illustration shows how easy it is to access the many resources available on the new FIS website. These include training videos, technical articles, 3-D BIM models and much more. We invite you to visit the actual website and explore all that it has to offer. Go to www.fiberinstrumentsales.com.

Choose FIS FirstSearching the World Wide Web for a product can be time-consuming at best, so we suggest that you go to the FIS website first. Chances are we have the product you need in our giant $10 million product inventory, available for immediate shipment. If you are seeking technical information, your first stop should be our online WaveLengths Magazine library, which includes dozens of how-to articles written by top industry professionals.

Finally, if you prefer ordering by phone, the FIS paper catalog remains a great reference tool. Whichever way you choose to shop, you will receive quality products, competitive prices and the outstanding service that you have come to expect from FIS.

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Familiar Catalog FormatThe product categories in our online catalog mimic those in our printed catalog. You can also do keyword searches, another advantage of shopping online.

Welcome to thenew & improved

Enhanced Live HelpGet help from a live FIS sales assistant whenever you need it. The Live Help button now appears throughout the website.

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Welcome to our new website!Quality Products

Competitive Prices

Outstanding Service

Speedy Checkout

BIM Model Downloads

Building Information Modeling (BIM) content is now available for architects, designers and

consultants in Autodesk Revit design applications. Our new

website provides access to our BIM library where you can

download 3-D models of FIS rack mounts and enclosures.

New User InterfaceA single menu at the top of every webpage enables you to navigate with fewer mouse clicks.

Instructional VideosLearn about the latest ways to terminate and test optical fiber. FIS training videos are exceptionally clear and concise.

More Spec Sheets Our expanded library of spec sheets provides you with detailed information to make informed purchase decisions.

We improved the checkout

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Improved Search Function

It’s easier than ever to find what you need. Our improved search

function allows you easy access to all your fiber optic needs.

FIBER INSTRUMENT SALES, INC.

161 Clear Road • Oriskany, NY 13424Tel: 315.736.2206 • Fax: 315.736.2285

@FiberExperts/FiberExperts

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YOUR FIBER-OPTIC INFORMATION SOURCE

Rev. A 3-2013Page 2

PART #

DESCRIPTION

FIRECAT-850

Single Wavelength – Multimode 850nm

FIRECAT-1300

Single Wavelength – Multimode 1330nm

FIRECAT-1310

Single Wavelength – Singlemode 1310nm

FIRECAT-1550

Single Wavelength – Singlemode 1550nm

FIRECAT- 1315

Dual Wavelength – Singlemode 1310/1550

FIRECAT-8513

Dual Wavelength - Multimode 850/1300

FIRECAT-QUAD

Quad Wavelength – MM/SM 850/1300/1310/1550

OPERATION SPECIFICATIONSWavelength of Operation

850, 1300, 1310, 1550nm, +/- 20nm

Connector type

Interchangeable SC (FC and ST also available)

Dynamic Range

23dB

Distance Accuracy

+/- (1mtr + .01% x distance)

Loss Modes

2 Point, Splice Loss, dB/km

Group IOR Range

1.024 – 2.048

Vertical Expansion

0.5, 1, 2, 4 dB/div

Units of Measure

Meters/Kilofeet

Pulse Widths

Short Pulse (SP) 4m/13ftMedium Pulse (MP) 50m/164ftLong Pulse (LP)100m/330ft

Distance Range

1Km/3.3Kft 4Km/8Kft(SP)4Km/13Kft, 16Km/53Kft(MP)16Km/53Kft, 64Km/215Kft(LP)

Dead Zone

6m

Distance Interval

2m/6ft(SP), 8m/25ft(MP), 32m/105ft(LP)

16Km/32Kft, 8Km/16Kft, 4Km/8Kft, 2Km/4Kft/div (LP-Ext)

Horizontal Exp

4Km/8Kft, 2Km/4Kft, 1Km/2Kft, 500m/1Kft/div (LP-Norm and MP-Ext)

1Km/2Kft, 512m/1Kft, 256m/512ft, 128m/256ft/div (MP-Norm and SP-Ext)

Data Storage

255 traces

Computer Interface

USB

Operation Tempature

0º - +50ºC

Storage Tempature

-40º - +60ºC

AC Power

120 VAC standard (220 VAC available)

Batteries

8 AA NiMH Cells

Battery Life

12 hours (typ.)

Recharger Time

12 hours (typ.)

Size/Weight - Ruggedized

8” X 6.5” X 3.5” / 2.75 lbs.

Size/Weight - Hand Held

7.25” X 4.5” X 2.75” / 1.9 lbs.

ACCESSORIESPART #

DESCRIPTION

FIRECAT-AC110

AC Adapter 110v

FIRECAT-AC220

AC Adapter 220v

FIRECAT-CASE

Hard Carry Case

FIRECAT-USB

USB Flash Drive with Certification Software

FIRECAT-CABLE

Data Transfer Cable

F1-FIRECAT-ST

ST Adapter

F1-FIRECAT-FC

FC Adapter

F1-FIRECAT-SC

SC Adapter

FIBER INSTRUMENT SALES, INC.

161 Clear Road • Oriskany, NY 13424Tel: 315.736.2206 • Fax: 315.736.2285

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YOUR FIBER-OPTIC INFORMATION SOURCE

FIS FIRECAT OTDR Rev. A 3-2013Page 1

The Firecat OTDR provides an industry leading value with its low cost and easy functionality. This unit is perfect for both inexperienced and experienced tech-

nicians alike with its simple on-screen ‘soft key menus’. By providing the essentials for fiber optic troubleshooting, this OTDR is the perfect tool for basic link

troubleshooting and is affordable enough for every truck, office or tool kit.Each Unit Includes: 110v AC Adapter, Certification Software, Data Transfer Cable, SC Interchangeable Adapter, Soft Carry Case, and Instruction Manual

FEATURES• Core Alignment using IPAS Technology• Dynamic Range - 23dB• Lowest Cost OTDR in the Industry• Event Table and Auto-Test Modes• Multimode Units Designed to Work withBoth 50/125μm and 62.5/125μm Fiber

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Eye on the IndustryHere is our monthly report tracking the stock prices of some of the key names in our industry. Prices are as of the end of the fourth quarters of 2012 and 2013, and as of the close of business on January 29, 2014.

COMPANY END 4th QTR 2012 END 4th QTR 2013 Jan 29, 20143M 92.85 140.25 130.25Belden Inc. 44.99 70.45 64.87Cisco 19.64 22.43 21.65Corning 12.62 17.82 17.16EXFO 5.34 4.76 4.39JDS Uniphase 13.50 12.98 12.05Optical Cable Corp. 3.73 3.67 3.75Preformed Line Products Co. 59.42 73.16 67.95

Yes, your statement is definitely true. When using an optical coupler/splitter any connectorized legs, whether they are in use or not, will affect your overall system ORL (Optical Return Loss). When the optical signal is split a percentage of the power is sent to each leg of the coupler. All of the connectorized fiber ends will return some of this power as ORL.

So how can we reduce the back reflections from these unused ports? The most effective way to do this to use a Terminator Connector, sometimes referred to as a Black Hole Connector. A Terminator Connector is plugged into the bulkhead (Mating Sleeve) of each unused port on the coupler. The Terminator Connector will then absorb most of the back reflections from the coupler connector resulting in lower overall system ORL.

“ Is it true that unused ports on

my Coupler can still affect my

overall Return Loss?”

Ask Bruno Training Specialist

These low cost, high quality microscopes are available in 200x or 400x magnification, and utilize white LED light to provide coaxial illumination of connector endfaces. Three “AAA’’ batteries provide more than 40 hours of use before battery replacement is required. Can be used with a 1.25mm adapter and a 2.5mm adapter (included). Dimensions: 8.76"L x 2.16"H.

February 2014 | FIS Communicator

FIS UNIVERSITYPREMIER FIBER OPTIC EDUCATION

Upcoming Training DatesTo register or for more information, contact Grace Edel at ext. 2169 or gedel@fiberinstrumentsales.com

April 7-8 Jackson, MSApril 9-10 New Orleans, LAApril 22-23 Philadelphia, PA

May 5-6 Los Angeles, CAMay 7-8 Las Vegas, NVMay 20-21 Baltimore, MD

June 3-4 Minneapolis, MN June 23-25 Brightside

If you offer a product or service related to telecom or datacom applications, you can

advertise for FREE in the Classified Ads section of WaveLengths Magazine (circulation 12,000).

Email your text (up to 75 words) to editor@fispublishing.com.

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FIS Bulletin Board

New Instructional Videos

FIS continues to upload detailed

instructional videos monthly.

Now available is information on

the FIS Elastomeric Lab Splice

and mechanical

Lock Jaw Splice Holder

as well as an overview on

power meter and

light source testing.

OTDR and Fusion Splicer Accessories in stockFIS stocks fusion splicer

electrodes, fiber holders, batteries, and

cleaver blades necessary to keep jobs on

schedule. Also FIS stocks hard to find

OTDR source adapters, power meter caps

and video probe tips for EXFO,

Anritsu, AFL and JDSU.

BIM content is available on FIS patch panelsVisit the FIS website and download models for Autodesk Revit design applications. Designers and consultants can save these files to their library and offer clients quality products at competitive

pricing with a warranty backed by FIS.

Live demos on FIS Cheetah Splice-on Connector

Visit FIS at trade shows for live demos on test equipment, splicers and quick termination fiber optic solutions.

Free passes available for OFC conference in

San Francisco, March 9-13. Call an FIS representative to reserve an entrance pass.

Be a hero Refer a friend to FIS

Over 40% of new customers added

weekly to the FIS family come from

referrals. Is it because of the

overwhelming stock of dedicated

fiber products, competitive pricing,

same day shipping or FIS technical

support? Whatever the reason,

thanks for your referrals!

Product Monthof the

$105 200x Microscope

Part # F1-VS200F2.5

400x Microscope Part # F1-VS400F2.5

New!

OnlyFIS 200x & 400x Microscope