Jonard Tools Otdr-1000 Firmware Update Instruction Manual (+ PDF)

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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

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

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”

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

Copy the extracted otdr.nov file onto the root directory of
your MicroSD card

Disconnect the MicroSD card from your computer

Power ON the OTDR-1000 device

Insert the MicroSD card into the OTDR-1000’s microSD card
slot

Note: Insert the MicroSD card with the contacts facing the
screen

Access the System module of the OTDR-1000

Press the F3 key and select OK to start the firmware
update

The firmware update process may take up to 15 minutes

Once the update is complete, restart the OTDR-1000 unit and
remove the microSD card

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OTDR-1000 Firmware Update Instructions Before starting
1. You will need: a. MicroSD card with at least 2 MB of storage b. Computer/laptop with SD card slot and SD/microSD card adapter i. If using a desktop computer, a SD/MicroSD USB adapter might be required c. OTDR-1000 with at least 50% charge i. Important: Make sure the OTDR-1000 has at least 50% charge, or the update will not work correctly.
Downloading & Installing the Latest Firmware Update 1. Download the latest firmware update under the “Downloads” section of: https://jonard.com/otdr-1000-otdr-fiber-optic-reflectometer-vfl-opm-ols-event-mapmore?v=1060
2. Next, extract the “otdr.nov” file by right clicking it and clicking on “Extract All”:

3. Connect your MicroSD card to your computer via SD/microSD card adapter. a. Note: To ensure a successful update, it is recommended to use a blank microSD card.
4. Copy the “otdr.nov” file onto the root of your MicroSD card.
5. Disconnect the MicroSD card from your computer. 6. Power ON the OTDR-1000 7. Insert the MicroSD card into the OTDR-1000’s microSD card slot.
a. Note: The MicroSD card only goes in one direction, with the contacts facing the screen 8. Enter the System module of the OTDR-1000
9. Press the F3 Key and hit “OK” to start the update
10. The firmware update may take up to 15 minutes. When it is complete, restart the unit and disconnect the microSD card.