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EXFO FLS-2300B User Manual

EXFO FLS-2300B User Manual

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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
  • Page 2 ASE Broadband ASE Broadband Light Source Light Source FLS-2300B FLS-2300B If the equipment described herein User Guide If the equipment described herein User Guide bears the symbol, the said bears the symbol, the said equipment complies with the equipment complies with the...
  • Page 3 Information provided by EXFO is believed to be accurate and reliable. Information provided by EXFO is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by EXFO for its use nor for any However, no responsibility is assumed by EXFO for its use nor for any...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents Certification Information ......................v Certification Information ......................v 1 Introducing the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source ........1 1 Introducing the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source ........1 Front Panel ..........................2 Front Panel ..........................2 Back Panel ..........................3 Back Panel ..........................3 2 Safety Information ..................
  • Page 5 GPIB Troubleshooting ......................63 Using the Online Help ......................64 Using the Online Help ......................64 Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site ................64 Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site ................64 Contacting the Technical Support Group ................65 Contacting the Technical Support Group ................65 Transportation ........................66...

  • Page 6: Certification Information

    Directive and Standards. All pre-qualification tests were performed Directive and Standards. All pre-qualification tests were performed internally, at EXFO, while all final tests were performed externally, at an internally, at EXFO, while all final tests were performed externally, at an independent, accredited laboratory.
  • Page 7 FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 8 (418) 683-0211 (418) 683-0211 Equipment Type/Environment: Industrial Scientific Equipment Equipment Type/Environment: Industrial Scientific Equipment Trade Name/Model No.: FLS-2300B ASE Braodband Source Trade Name/Model No.: FLS-2300B ASE Braodband Source Year of Conformity Assessment: 2001 Year of Conformity Assessment: 2001 Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared:...
  • Page 9 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 10: Introducing The Fls-2300B Ase Broadband Source

    PMD measurements, communication link characterization and fiber sensing. sensing. The excellent spectral stability of the FLS-2300B source as well as its high The excellent spectral stability of the FLS-2300B source as well as its high output power stability make this source useful for fast and reliable...

  • Page 11: Front Panel

    Introducing the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source Introducing the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source Front Panel Front Panel Front Panel Front Panel Setup menu access Setup menu access FLS-2300 ASE BROADBAND SOURCE FLS-2300 ASE BROADBAND SOURCE Navigation/ Navigation/ Menu Menu setting setting...

  • Page 12: Back Panel

    Introducing the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source Introducing the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source Back Panel Back Panel Back Panel Back Panel Serial port (RS-232 DTE) Serial port (RS-232 DTE) Fuse holder Fuse holder GPIB port GPIB port Power inlet Power inlet...
  • Page 13 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    EXFO assumes no liability for the user's failure to intended use of the unit. EXFO assumes no liability for the user's failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 15 Capacitors inside the unit may be charged even if the unit has been ➤ ➤ disconnected from its electrical supply. disconnected from its electrical supply. FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 16: Laser Safety Information

    Your FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source is a Class 3A laser product in Your FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source is a Class 3A laser product in compliance with standard IEC 60825-1: Edition 1.1 1998. It is also a compliance with standard IEC 60825-1: Edition 1.1 1998.
  • Page 17 The FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source contains a Class 3A or Class IIIb The FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source contains a Class 3A or Class IIIb laser source, as indicated on the following label(s):...

  • Page 18: Active Led

    Safety Information Safety Information Active LED Active LED Active LED Active LED The unit has an active LED on its front panel. When lit, this LED indicates The unit has an active LED on its front panel. When lit, this LED indicates that an optical signal is being emitted from the source port.

  • Page 19: Electrical Safety Information

    Power Cable Power Cable The power cable of the FLS-2300B is its disconnect device (the only way to The power cable of the FLS-2300B is its disconnect device (the only way to be sure the unit is completely powered off is to disconnect its power be sure the unit is completely powered off is to disconnect its power cable).
  • Page 20 Safety Information Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Electrical Safety Information ARNING ARNING To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the unit if there are signs To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the unit if there are signs of damage to any part of the outer surface (covers, panels, etc.). of damage to any part of the outer surface (covers, panels, etc.).
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  • Page 22: Getting Started With Your Light Source

    Information on page 5. Information on page 5. To turn the FLS-2300B on and off, press the red button located in the lower To turn the FLS-2300B on and off, press the red button located in the lower left-hand corner of the front panel (see front panel figure on page 2).

  • Page 23: Fls-2300B Display

    Getting Started with Your Light Source Getting Started with Your Light Source FLS-2300B Display FLS-2300B Display FLS-2300B Display FLS-2300B Display The main window of your unit allows you to get important information on The main window of your unit allows you to get important information on the source with just one glance.

  • Page 24: Locking Or Unlocking The Source

    Getting Started with Your Light Source Getting Started with Your Light Source Locking or Unlocking the Source Locking or Unlocking the Source Locking or Unlocking the Source Locking or Unlocking the Source Description of Safety Measures Description of Safety Measures To comply with section 21 CFR 1040.10 of the Radiation Control for Health To comply with section 21 CFR 1040.10 of the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968, various safety measures have been added to all...
  • Page 25 Interlock circuit is open. Three-Second Safety Delay Three-Second Safety Delay The FLS-2300B provides a three-second safety delay between the source The FLS-2300B provides a three-second safety delay between the source activation and actual light emission. During this three-second delay, you activation and actual light emission.

  • Page 26: Activating Or Deactivating The Source

    Activating or Deactivating the Source Activating or Deactivating the Source To activate the source: To activate the source: 1. Setup the source as explained in Setting FLS-2300B Parameters on 1. Setup the source as explained in Setting FLS-2300B Parameters on page 19. page 19.
  • Page 27 Note: To obtain optimum stability, a laser source should be allowed to warm up Note: To obtain optimum stability, a laser source should be allowed to warm up for 2 hours. for 2 hours. FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 28: Setting Fls-2300B Parameters

    You can also select the Exit item from the Setup menu (last item at the bottom of the window) and press ENTER. The FLS-2300B will revert to the bottom of the window) and press ENTER. The FLS-2300B will revert to its state prior to entering the menu.

  • Page 29: Setting Refresh Rate

    Setting FLS-2300B Parameters Setting FLS-2300B Parameters Setting Refresh Rate Setting Refresh Rate Setting Refresh Rate Setting Refresh Rate This function allows you to define the refresh rate of the display. This function allows you to define the refresh rate of the display.

  • Page 30: Setting Backlight

    Setting FLS-2300B Parameters Setting FLS-2300B Parameters Setting Backlight Setting Backlight Setting Backlight Setting Backlight In certain circumstances, you might want to deactivate the display In certain circumstances, you might want to deactivate the display backlight. backlight. To modify the backlight setting: To modify the backlight setting: 1.

  • Page 31: Setting Video Mode

    Setting FLS-2300B Parameters Setting FLS-2300B Parameters Setting Video Mode Setting Video Mode Setting Video Mode Setting Video Mode To change the video mode: To change the video mode: 1. Press the Setup button to access the Setup menu. 1. Press the Setup button to access the Setup menu.

  • Page 32: Resetting The Fls-2300B

    Resetting the FLS-2300B Resetting the FLS-2300B You may want to reset the FLS-2300B parameters to their original values. You may want to reset the FLS-2300B parameters to their original values. To reset parameters to values at time of purchase, while turning on the To reset parameters to values at time of purchase, while turning on the unit, press ENTER until the unit beeps three times.
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  • Page 34: Controlling The Source Remotely

    Controlling the Source Remotely Remotely The FLS-2300B can be remotely controlled either by The FLS-2300B can be remotely controlled either by a GPIB interface (through a GPIB cable connected to the GPIB port) a GPIB interface (through a GPIB cable connected to the GPIB port) ➤...
  • Page 35 Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely The RS-232 connector (serial port) at the back of the FLS-2300B uses a DTE The RS-232 connector (serial port) at the back of the FLS-2300B uses a DTE pinout configuration. pinout configuration.

  • Page 36: Setting Remote Command Mode

    Setting Remote Command Mode Setting Remote Command Mode Setting Remote Command Mode To remotely control the FLS-2300B, you must set a GPIB address or activate To remotely control the FLS-2300B, you must set a GPIB address or activate the RS-232 port.

  • Page 37: Setting Gpib Address

    3. Press ENTER, then use the up/down arrow keys to select a GPIB address between 1 and 30. address between 1 and 30. 4. Press ENTER to confirm your choice. 4. Press ENTER to confirm your choice. FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 38: Setting Baud Rate

    Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely Setting Baud Rate Setting Baud Rate Setting Baud Rate Setting Baud Rate The baud rate is a parameter related to RS-232 communication. It The baud rate is a parameter related to RS-232 communication. It determines the speed at which data is sent between the unit and a determines the speed at which data is sent between the unit and a computer, in bits per second (bps).

  • Page 39: Setting Flow Control

    This enables the computer and which it can be processed by the device. This enables the computer and the FLS-2300B ASE Source to stop each other from transmitting by sending the FLS-2300B ASE Source to stop each other from transmitting by sending a control character (Xoff).

  • Page 40: Communication Parameters

    Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely Communication Parameters Communication Parameters Communication Parameters Communication Parameters Note: EOS means “End of String.” EOI means “End or Identify.” Note: EOS means “End of String.” EOI means “End or Identify.” For GPIB Communication For GPIB Communication Terminate Read on EOS Terminate Read on EOS...
  • Page 41 Flow control Software (Xon/Xoff) or None None Activation See Setting Remote Activation See Setting Remote Command Mode on page 27 Command Mode on page 27 FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 42: Standard Status Data Structure

    Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure The four tables below give information on the common Status and Enable The four tables below give information on the common Status and Enable registers as defined by IEEE 488.2.

  • Page 43: Command Error

    Event summary bit Message available Message available Not used Not used Error / Event queue Error / Event queue Not used Not used Not used Not used FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 44: Not Used

    Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure Service Request Enable Register (SRE) Service Request Enable Register (SRE) ➤ ➤ Bits Mnemonics Bit Value Bits Mnemonics Bit Value Not used Not used Reserved Reserved Event status byte...
  • Page 45 & & & & & & & & & & & Service Request Enable Service Request Enable Register (SRE) Register (SRE) ESB MAV ESB MAV FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 46: Command Structure

    Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely Command Structure Command Structure An SRQ is forced when a bit in the Status Byte register goes from 0 to 1 and An SRQ is forced when a bit in the Status Byte register goes from 0 to 1 and the corresponding SRE mask bit is set.
  • Page 47 Note: It is recommended that you retrieve the response immediately after Note: It is recommended that you retrieve the response immediately after each query. each query. FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 48: General Commands-Quick Reference

    General Commands—Quick Reference General Commands—Quick Reference General Commands—Quick Reference The FLS-2300B recognizes the main commands identified in IEEE 488.2. The FLS-2300B recognizes the main commands identified in IEEE 488.2. The table below summarizes these commands. For more information The table below summarizes these commands. For more information about general commands, see Remote Control Commands on page 73.

  • Page 49: Specific Commands-Quick Reference

    Controlling the Source Remotely Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference The FLS-2300B also recognizes commands that can only be used with The FLS-2300B also recognizes commands that can only be used with RS-232 communication. These commands are summarized below. RS-232 communication. These commands are summarized below.

  • Page 50: Error Messages Format

    Error Messages Format Error Messages Format Error Messages Format System and device specific errors are managed by the FLS-2300B. The System and device specific errors are managed by the FLS-2300B. The generic format for error messages is illustrated in the following figure.

  • Page 51: Scpi Management Errors (System Errors)

    This is the generic syntax error for This is the generic syntax error for devices that cannot detect more devices that cannot detect more specific errors. specific errors. FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 52 Controlling the Source Remotely Controlling the Source Remotely SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) Error Error Description Probable Cause Description Probable Cause Number Number -222 “Data out of range” A legal program data element was -222 “Data out of range”...
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  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Cleaning the Front Panel Cleaning the Front Panel Clean the front panel of the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source regularly to Clean the front panel of the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source regularly to avoid build-up of dust, dirt, and other foreign substances.

  • Page 55: Cleaning Fixed Connectors

    Cleaning Fixed Connectors MPORTANT MPORTANT To help keep the connectors and adapters clean, EXFO recommends To help keep the connectors and adapters clean, EXFO recommends that you install protective caps when the unit is not in use. that you install protective caps when the unit is not in use.
  • Page 56 Maintenance Cleaning Fixed Connectors Cleaning Fixed Connectors 6. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one 6. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol. drop of isopropyl alcohol.

  • Page 57: Cleaning Connectors Equipped With Eui/Eua Adapters

    FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 58 Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters 3. Gently wipe the connector and ferrule. 3. Gently wipe the connector and ferrule. MPORTANT MPORTANT Isopropyl alcohol takes approximately ten seconds to evaporate. Isopropyl alcohol takes approximately ten seconds to evaporate. Since isopropyl alcohol is not absolutely pure, evaporation will Since isopropyl alcohol is not absolutely pure, evaporation will leave microscopic residues.

  • Page 59: Cleaning Eui/Eua Adapters

    Turn Turn Pull Pull 2. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one 2. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol. drop of isopropyl alcohol.
  • Page 60 6. Perform steps 3 to 5 again, but this time with a dry cleaning tip (2.5 mm 6. Perform steps 3 to 5 again, but this time with a dry cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip provided by EXFO). tip provided by EXFO).

  • Page 61: Cleaning Detector Ports

    2. If the detector is dusty, remove dirt with compressed air. 2. If the detector is dusty, remove dirt with compressed air. 3. Take a cleaning tip from the package (supplied with EXFO’s power 3. Take a cleaning tip from the package (supplied with EXFO’s power meters) being careful not to touch the soft end of the swab.

  • Page 62: Replacing The Fuse

    Replacing the Fuse Replacing the Fuse The FLS-2300B contains two fuses of type IEC, 250 V, 2 A, fast blow 5 mm x The FLS-2300B contains two fuses of type IEC, 250 V, 2 A, fast blow 5 mm x 20 mm (0.197 in x 0.787 in).

  • Page 63: Recalibrating The Unit

    EXFO recommends that an annual calibration be performed on your EXFO recommends that an annual calibration be performed on your FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source to ensure that it remains within the FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source to ensure that it remains within the published specifications.

  • Page 64: Software Upgrades

    Software Upgrades Software Upgrades Software Upgrades To upgrade the FLS-2300B embedded software using a diskette, you must To upgrade the FLS-2300B embedded software using a diskette, you must connect your FLS-2300B to a computer through a null modem cable. connect your FLS-2300B to a computer through a null modem cable.
  • Page 65 *.hex file into the new directory (if necessary, unzip the file.). 5. Connect one end of a null modem cable to the FLS-2300B RS-232 serial 5. Connect one end of a null modem cable to the FLS-2300B RS-232 serial...
  • Page 66 ’Close’ to terminate the application.". Click on Close to hide the dialog box. box. 9. You must turn the FLS-2300B off, and then on again, to use the 9. You must turn the FLS-2300B off, and then on again, to use the upgraded software. During self-test execution, the FLS-2300B should upgraded software.
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  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    Checksum error while reading Checksum error while reading the module’s FIFO. the module’s FIFO. Command not accepted: If problem persists, call EXFO for Command not accepted: If problem persists, call EXFO for assistance. assistance. The command that caused the The command that caused the warning will be lost.
  • Page 69 Too many commands were sent to the unit at a time. to the unit at a time. FIFO not ready for reading: If problem persists, call EXFO for FIFO not ready for reading: If problem persists, call EXFO for assistance.
  • Page 70 EEPROM memory accessing the EEPROM memory (read or write). (read or write). No more room in the command If problem persists, call EXFO for No more room in the command If problem persists, call EXFO for pipe: assistance.
  • Page 71 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting FLS-2300B Error Messages FLS-2300B Error Messages Warning/Error Warning/Error Description Recommended Action Description Recommended Action Number Number Decompression error: Call EXFO for assistance. Decompression error: Call EXFO for assistance. An error occurred while An error occurred while decompressing the software.

  • Page 72: Gpib Troubleshooting

    Select the correct Unable to Incorrect Select the correct communicate with communication type communication type: communicate with communication type communication type: FLS-2300B (no selected. RS-232 or GPIB. FLS-2300B (no selected. RS-232 or GPIB. response from *IDN? response from *IDN? Incorrect Check the...

  • Page 73: Using The Online Help

    Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site The EXFO Web site provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) The EXFO Web site provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the use of your FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source.

  • Page 74: Contacting The Technical Support Group

    To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is available to take your calls from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m.

  • Page 75: Transportation

    Keep the unit out of direct sunlight. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight. ➤ ➤ Avoid unnecessary shock and vibration. Avoid unnecessary shock and vibration. ➤ ➤ FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 76: Warranty

    EXFO also warrants that this equipment will the date of original shipment. EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use.

  • Page 77: Liability

    Liability Liability Liability EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the purchased product, nor shall be responsible for any failure in the...
  • Page 78 Service and Repairs Service and Repairs 2. If the equipment must be returned to EXFO or an authorized service 2. If the equipment must be returned to EXFO or an authorized service center, support personnel will issue a Return Merchandise center, support personnel will issue a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number and an address for return.

  • Page 79: Exfo Service Centers Worldwide

    92366 Meudon la Forêt Cedex europe.service@exfo.com 92366 Meudon la Forêt Cedex europe.service@exfo.com FRANCE FRANCE Beijing OSIC EXFO Service Center Beijing OSIC EXFO Service Center No. 1754-1755 Beijing New Century Tel.: +86 (10) 6849 2738 No. 1754-1755 Beijing New Century Tel.: +86 (10) 6849 2738...

  • Page 80: A Technical Specifications

    The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. Specifications...
  • Page 81 10 % of the nominal voltage. Not exceeding 10 % of the nominal voltage. Note: The FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source is intended for indoor use only. Note: The FLS-2300B ASE Broadband Source is intended for indoor use only. FLS-2300B FLS-2300B...

  • Page 82: Remote Control Commands

    Remote Control Commands Remote Control Commands Common Commands Common Commands The SCPI Manager recognizes all of the common commands identified as The SCPI Manager recognizes all of the common commands identified as mandatory by IEEE-488.2. These commands are fully explained on the mandatory by IEEE-488.2.
  • Page 83 Response A binary integer between 0 and 255 Response A binary integer between 0 and 255 *IDN? *IDN? Description This query reads the FLS-2300B system identification string. Description This query reads the FLS-2300B system identification string. Syntax *IDN? Syntax *IDN? Response “EXFO E.-O.
  • Page 84 Common Commands *OPC *OPC Description This command will cause the FLS-2300B to generate the Description This command will cause the FLS-2300B to generate the operation complete message in the Standard Event Status operation complete message in the Standard Event Status...
  • Page 85 Standard Event Status the operation complete message in the Standard Event Status Register (ESR) when all pending selected FLS-2300B operations Register (ESR) when all pending selected FLS-2300B operations have been completed. This query is useful to prevent another have been completed.
  • Page 86 For a complete list of default parameters, see Resetting the Note For a complete list of default parameters, see Resetting the FLS-2300B, on page 23. FLS-2300B, on page 23. This command uses electronic parts with a limited life span This command uses electronic parts with a limited life span (non-volatile memory).
  • Page 87 Description This query returns the contents of the Status Byte Register (STB). (STB). Syntax *STB? Syntax *STB? Response A binary integer between 0 and 255 Response A binary integer between 0 and 255 FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 88 Remote Control Commands Remote Control Commands Common Commands Common Commands *TST? *TST? Description This query initiates an internal self-test and returns a binary Description This query initiates an internal self-test and returns a binary value indicating the test results. value indicating the test results. Syntax Syntax *TST?
  • Page 89 Common Commands Common Commands *WAI *WAI Description This command prevents the FLS-2300B from processing any Description This command prevents the FLS-2300B from processing any further command until the No-Operation-Pending-Flag is set. All further command until the No-Operation-Pending-Flag is set. All...
  • Page 90 Description This query returns the Remote Lockout programming state. Description This query returns the Remote Lockout programming state. Syntax *LOK? Syntax *LOK? Response A boolean value indicating if the FLS-2300B is Response A boolean value indicating if the FLS-2300B is “0” unlocked “0” unlocked “1” locked “1” locked...

  • Page 91: Specific Commands

    Specific Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands There are some commands specific to the FLS-2300B. These commands There are some commands specific to the FLS-2300B. These commands are fully explained on the following pages. are fully explained on the following pages.
  • Page 92 Remote Control Commands Remote Control Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SOURce:POWer[:STATe] SOURce:POWer[:STATe] Description This command turns on or off the source. When the source is Description This command turns on or off the source. When the source is on, the red LED on the front of the module illuminates. on, the red LED on the front of the module illuminates.
  • Page 93 “0”–the protection is closed (Normal operating state) “0”–the protection is closed (Normal operating state) Example SOUR:POW:PROT:TRIP? 0 Example SOUR:POW:PROT:TRIP? 0 FLS-2300B FLS-2300B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 94 See error list and description in SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) on page 42. (System Errors) on page 42. SYSTem:VERSion? SYSTem:VERSion? Description This query reads the FLS-2300B identification string. Description This query reads the FLS-2300B identification string. Syntax SYST:VERS? Syntax...
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  • Page 96: Index

    AC requirements ......... 10 EUI/EUA adapters, cleaning ......50 EUI/EUA adapters, cleaning ......50 active LED............9 active LED............9 EXFO service centers ........70 EXFO service centers ........70 after-sales service ........65 after-sales service ........65 EXFO Web site ..........64 EXFO Web site ..........
  • Page 97 ............ 13 setup button ..........19 setup button ..........19 product identification label ......65 product identification label ......65 shipping to EXFO......... 69 shipping to EXFO......... 69 product nameplate........3 product nameplate........3 software upgrade ........55 software upgrade ........55 product specifications ......
  • Page 98 Index Index technical specifications......64, 71 technical specifications......64, 71 technical support ........65 technical support ........65 temperature for storage......45 temperature for storage......45 transportation requirements ....45, 66 transportation requirements ....45, 66 unit recalibration......... 54 unit recalibration......... 54 upgrading the software ......
  • Page 99 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...

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