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Your product warranty is described in detail in this manual (see section 1.4 “Warranty”). This manual contains useful information about the functions, operating procedures, and handling precautions of the AQ4305 White Light Source. To ensure correct use, please read this manual thoroughly before operation.
Safety Precautions 1 Safety Marks and Labels 1 Safety Marks and Labels Before using this product, be sure to read the Safety Precautions. Be sure to follow the danger and caution labels shown below in order to ensure safe and proper use of this product while avoiding danger to yourself and others and preventing property damage.
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1 Safety Marks and Labels Safety Precautions Ignoring this mark and performing an operation incorrectly could Warning possibly result in serious personal injury or lead to hazardous situations in which minor injury or property damage frequently occur. Cautions related to power supply This product is designed to operate at supply voltages of 100-120,200-240V AC.
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Safety Precautions 1 Safety Marks and Labels Ignoring this mark and performing an operation incorrectly is not Caution likely to result in serious personal injury, but could possibly lead to injury or simply result in property damage. Cautions related to installation environment and conditions Do not install the unit in a location where it is exposed to smoke or steam, such as a kitchen table or near a humidifier, and do not place it in a dusty, dirty area.
2 Halogen lamp Safety Precautions 2 Halogen lamp This unit has an halogen lamp. the specifications shown in Table 1. Table 1 the specifications of halogen lamp C h a r a c t e r i s t i c Type JC12V50W PHILIPS Rated Lamp Wattage...
This unit must also be kept in a horizontal position during transport and storage. Caution The AQ4305 contains 3-linear guide stages. If this unit is installed in a location with heavy vibrations or if it is vibrated or jarred during operations, output level will become unstable. Therefore, be sure to install this unit in a stable location for use.
Safety Precautions 4 Power supply and power cord The AQ4305 is Class I safety class equipment which has a protective ground and is structured to provide sufficient protection against electric shock. This unit can be grounded to protect against electric shocks from AC power supplies by connecting the ground pin of a three-prong power cord or the ground terminal of a 3-prong/2-prong adapter to a power outlet.
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Safety Precautions 4 Power supply and power cord Protective ground [Grounding with adapter] If a 3-prong power outlet like that shown in Fig. 1 is not provided, ground the terminal coming out of the 3-prong/2-prong adapter shown in Fig. 2. Ground this terminal Adapter...
5 Fuses Safety Precautions 5 Fuses The AQ4305 uses time lag-type 3.15-amp fuses. 5.1 Replacing fuses Under the standard configuration, the unit includes the fuses listed in the standard accessories list (☛ see section 1.3 Checking the Equipment and Accessories). If you need to replace a fuse due to an equipment failure, first determine the cause of the failure and solve the problem before replacing the fuse.
The AQ4305 is a white light source effective for loss-wavelength characteristics measurement of optical fibers and devices. The AQ4305 cover a band of 400 to 1800 nm and provide highly stable optical outputs with a deviation of ±0.05 dB. The typical optical output level characteristics of the AQ4305 is shown blow.
Optical connector Shutter Panel Fig.1-3 The Block Diagram of The Optical System The block diagram of the AQ4305 is shown below. The switches on P1 control shutter and lamp switch. The AQ4305 enable remote control these. Halogen lamp Lens Shutter...
1.3 Checking the Equipment and Accessories Chapter 1 Introduction 1.3 Checking the Equipment and Accessories When you first open the package, make sure that it contains all of the equipment and accessories listed below. (☛ Table 1-1 Standard Accessories List) Also check to make sure the quantities in the package shown in the list.
Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions 2.1 Front Panel................2-2 2.2 Rear Panel ................2-3 2.3 Left Side Plate and Top Plate..........2-4 2.4 Halogen Lamp ..............2-5 2.4.1 Replace ..............2-5 2.4.2 Specifications ............2-6...
2.1 Front Panel Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions 2.1 Front Panel Fig. 2-1 Front panel Name Function [OPTICAL OUTPUT] Optical output connector [OPTICAL] section Used for optical output Mechanical Shutter switch [OUT] switch LED turns on with output enable Lamp switch [LAMP] switch LED turns on with lighting...
Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions 2.2 Rear Panel 2.2 Rear Panel Fig. 2-2 Rear panel Name Function [GP-IB] GP-IB port for controlling this unit through an external computer [ADDRESS] switch GP-IB address switch Heat vent fan (make sure the fan vent is not blocked) Power cord connector Connect the power cord to this connector...
2.3 Left Side Plate and Top Plate Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions 2.3 Left Side Plate and Top Plate Fig. 2-3 Left side plate and top plate Name Function [X-AXIS] Used to adjust x-axis of the lamp position Slide to adjust y-axis of the lamp position [Y-AXIS] plate Then, do not look the lamp in lighting.
Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions 2.4 Halogen Lamp 2.4 Halogen Lamp This unit contains a halogen lamp. The lamp is articles of consumption. Lamp cover Halogen lamp Y-AXIS X-AXIS Z-AXIS Fig. 2-4 Replace halogen lamp 2.4.1 Replace When replacing a lamp, let it cool down after setting the [POWER] switch to [OFF]. Hot surfaces can cause scalding.
2.4 Halogen Lamp Chapter 2 Part Names and Functions 2.4.2 Specifications The lamp is articles of consumption. When purchasing it, select type JC12V50W and cap-base type GY6.35 (made by Philips). We guarantee the specifications only using the designated type of lamp. NOTE Only use the designated type of lamp.(☛...
Chapter 3 Before You Start Chapter 3 Before You Start 3.1 Turning the Power ON/OFF ..........3-2 3.1.1 Preparations for Power-On........3-2 3.1.2 Power-On ..............3-2 3.1.3 Shutdown procedure ..........3-2 3.2 Interface Connection Procedures ..........3-3 Connecting with Other Devices ..........3-3...
Remove the power cord from the power outlet. ③ Caution If this is the first time you are using the AQ4305, or if this unit has been moved and was shaken considerably during the moving process, or after replacing a lamp, execute the xyz-axis adjustment after the warmup period before proceeding.
Before connecting a GP-IB device (e.g., external computer) to the unit, check the wiring and always move the [POWER] switches on the AQ4305 and the other device to their [OFF] positions. Connecting them while the power is on may damage the equipment.
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3.2 Interface Connection Procedures Chapter 3 Before You Start...
4.1 Overview Chapter 4 Usage Preparations 4.1 Overview To ensure proper use of this unit, preparations such as xyz-axes adjustment are required. Be sure to perform xyz-axes adjustment in the following cases: The first time you use this unit After replacing a lamp If it seems likely that this unit has been shaken (e.g., during shipping) If this unit has not been used for an extended period of time If output level errors depend on difference of operating temperature are at problematic...
(for example type AQ-6315A/B). (☛ See subsection 4.2.2 Connecting Optical Fibers and Fig. 4-2 Measurement System During xyz-axes Adjustment) See the instruction manual about Usage of optical spectrum analyzer. AQ6315A/B AQ4305 MM optical fiber (50/125µm) Fig. 4-2 Measurement system during xyz-axes adjustment...
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4.3 Xyz-axes Adjustment Chapter 4 Usage Preparations Adjust [X-AXIS] and [Y-AXIS] alternately with a 2.5 mm hexagon driver to raise the optical ④ output level of the unit. As [X-AXIS] is most sensitive for output level. Adjust [X-AXIS] more fine than [Y-AXIS]. (☛ See Fig. 4-3 and Fig. 4-4) Adjust [Z-AXIS].
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5.1 operating procedures Chapter 5 Operating Procedures 5.1 operating procedures Turning [POWER] on, then [POWER] LED puts on, [OUT], [LAMP] switches LED put on, and FAN operating. Caution If any abnormal situation occurs in the hardware during initialization processing, LED in switches are not lighting.
Connecting/disconnecting the GP-IB cable with the power switch turned ON may cause the AQ4305 to malfuction or fail. Set the GP-IB port address of the AQ4305, by the [ADDRESS] switch on the rear panel. The default of port address is 6.
Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage Mechanical Inspection ............6-2 Operational Inspection............6-3 6.2.1 Inspection when the unit is turned on ..6-3 6.2.2 Operational inspection of each switch ... 6-3 6.2.3 Inspection of output level ......6-3 6.2.4 Daily maintenance ........
Mechanical Inspection Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage Mechanical Inspection For external views, visually check that there are no deformities or damage. Also check that switches, connectors, and other assembled parts are firmly in place and that switches can be operated smoothly. Caution Before conducting the mechanical inspection, be sure to turn off the power supply on the front panel and remove the power supply cables.
Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage Operational Inspection Operational Inspection 6.2.1 Inspection when the unit is turned on The unit performs the initialization processing from the time when it is turned on until the time when it becomes operable. It takes about a few seconds for the process to be completed. For starting up the unit, refer to Chapter 3.
Operational Inspection Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage 6.2.4 Daily maintenance ● Clean the exterior of the unit. Use a cloth dampened with cold or lukewarm water to clean the exterior of the unit, followed by wiping with a dry cloth. Caution For daily maintenance, be sure to turn the [POWER] switch off and also remove the power supply cables.
Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage 6.3 Troubleshooting 6.3 Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Reference Page power does Using power supply outside Use a proper supply. 3-2 7-2 turn ON. the ratings. Connector wiring Check that the wiring is ⅷ...
6.5 Spare Parts List Chapter 6 Maintenance, Inspection and Storage 6.5 Spare Parts List Table 6-2 Spare Parts List Type Product name Specifications Manufacturers Notes JC 12V 50 W Halogen lamp 12 V 50 W Philips Life 50 hours Color temperature 3300 K Cap-base G6.35...
Chapter 7 Specifications External Dimensions External Dimensions If not specified, the tolerance is ±3 mm. However, in cases of less than 10 mm, the tolerance is ±0.3 mm.
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