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The meter zeroes itself and now reads 0. This is the reference state -- the meter is reporting the difference between the current power and the launch cord output. Critical detail: never disconnect at the source side after referencing. An optical power meter contains a photodiode (typically InGaAs for telecom wavelengths or germanium for legacy 850nm work) that converts incoming light into an electrical current. The. Fiber Optic Measurement Units: "dB" and "dBm" Whenever tests are performed on fiber optic networks, the results are displayed on a power meter, OLTS or OTDR readout in units of “dB. ” Optical loss is measured in “dB” which is a relative measurement, while absolute optical power is measured in “dBm,”. To use a power meter for fiber optic testing, always clean connectors first with lint-free wipes or click-to-clean tools. Other general purpose light power measuring devices are usually called radiometers, photometers, laser power. power across any given fiber.
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