Fiber Optic Cable: Insertion Loss Testing

Welcome to FOA's "Fiber U Classic Movies." These classic videotapes were created in the late 1990s for Fiber U training. While many things in fiber optics have changed, the processes and components shown here are the same as they were back then. Enjoy the "classics" and learn how it is done from the pros. Fiber Optic Cable - Insertion Loss Testing This video shows how to use a light source and power meter to test the loss of a fiber optic patchcord or other terminated cable using industry standard single-ended and double-ended tests.