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  • Page 2 Information provided by EXFO is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by EXFO for its use nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent rights of EXFO.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Certification Information ..............Error! Bookmark not defined. Conventions ............................1 Safety Information ..................... 2 Introducing the FLS-2800 Tunable Laser Source ............4 Features ........................6 Technical Specifications ..................... 8 Hardware Connections .................... 10 Connecting the Ethernet (recommended) ..................10 Connecting the USB (optional) ......................
  • Page 4 Configuration Commands ......................... 28 VISA Programming Example: MATLAB ....................33 MATLAB Test and Measurement Tool (tmtool) ................33 MATLAB Example Code: Query the FLS-2800 ................... 35 USB Connection Web Interface ................36 Network Configuration (Ethernet) ....................36 Download Log File ..........................37 Maintenance ......................

  • Page 5: Certification Information

    Canada and the United States. Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15, subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003 compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to ensure compliance to the applicable standards.

  • Page 6: Safety Information

     When you see the following symbol on your unit , make sure that you refer to the instructions provided in your user documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required conditions before using your product. FLS-2800 (v1.1)
  • Page 7 LASER AVEC CERTAINS INSTRUMENTS D'OPTIQUE (PAR EXEMPLE LOUPES D'HORLOGER, LOUPES À MAIN ET MICROSCOPES) À UNE DISTANCE INFÉRIEURE À 100 MM PEUT PRÉSENTER UN DANGER Figure 2b – Avertissement : Produit de classe laser 1M POUR LES YEUX. FLS-2800 (v1.1)

  • Page 8: Introducing The Fls-2800 Tunable Laser Source

    47 MHz if any integration time greater than 1 ms is used. The FLS-2800 can be controlled via the LCD Control Interface as well as remotely through a TCP/IP connection (Ethernet or USB). Both methods of control can act in parallel as required, although the...
  • Page 9 ‘Laser On/Off’ switch will override the software commands for that particular optical output. The Tunable Laser Manager software is provided to allow you to control the instrument remotely. Alternatively, VISA programming environments such as MATLAB can also be implemented to integrate with existing test software or data collection procedures. FLS-2800 (v1.1)

  • Page 10: Features

    8. Ethernet Connection 3. LCD Control Knob 9. AC Power 100-240V, 50-60 Hz 4. Laser On/Off 5. Laser 1 Optical Output 6. *Laser 2 Optical Output *NOTE: The number of laser sources depends on the FLS-2800 model. See FLS-2800 (v1.1)
  • Page 11 These technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. Table 1 - FLS-2800 Specifications for details.

  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    MPORTANT These technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com. Table 1 - FLS-2800 Specifications...
  • Page 13 Tunable Laser Source FLS-2800 Specification (23°C± 3°C) Units All FLS-2800 models Laser type CW ECDL Frequency tuning resolution Wavelength tuning resolution Frequency tuning repeatability ± 0.3 Maximum time to tune and power lock (warm start) < 25 Spectral Characteristics Linewidth [FWHM (-3dB), instantaneous] <...

  • Page 14: Hardware Connections

    The recommended form of communication between any client PC and the FLS-2800 is via TCP/IP over the Ethernet. By default the FLS-2800 is set to obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server. If there is no DHCP server on your network, you will have to configure a static IP for the FLS- 2800 using the USB connection web interface.
  • Page 15 6. Within the ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)’ properties window. Enter the IP address ‘192.168.97.2’. Set the Subnet mask to ‘255.255.255.0’. The USB connection of the FLS-2800 has a static 192.168.97.201 adress. The IP adress set for the client PC must be different than 192.168.97.2.

  • Page 16: Connecting Optical Output

    EXFO is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling. AUTION The type of optical connectors on the FLS-2800 is specific to the model. The connectors will be of type PM FC/UPC or PM SC/UPC. This information can be found in MPORTANT These technical specifications can change without notice.
  • Page 17 EXFO uses good quality connectors in compliance with EIA-455-21A standards. To keep connectors clean and in good condition, EXFO strongly recommends inspecting them with a fiber inspection probe before connecting them. Failure to do so will result in permanent damage to the connectors and degradation in measurements.

  • Page 18: Operating The Fls-2800

    This will allow the FLS- 2800 enough time to finish boot procedures and initialize the communication server. To power off the FLS-2800 press the Power On/Off switch. The switch will no longer be illuminated indicating the instrument is off. Remote Operation of the FLS-2800...

  • Page 19: The Lcd Control Interface

    The LCD Control Interface The LCD Control Interface provides an accessible menu system that is used to set and configure the optical characteristics of the FLS-2800 laser sources. Navigating within the LCD Control Interface Navigation of the system menu is achieved by turning the control knob clockwise (up) or counter clockwise (down).

  • Page 20: Changing Network Settings

    Once the display shows the new desired configuration for the network select 'Done'. If the network configuration has been changed, you will be asked to 'Save Changes'. To commit the changes made select 'Yes'. To discard these changes either select 'Done' followed by 'No' or wait for the menu to timeout (30s). FLS-2800 (v1.1)

  • Page 21: Installing The Software

    Tunable Laser Source FLS-2800 Installing the Software MPORTANT Make sure the client PC is connected to the same network as the FLS-2800 and the FLS-2800 is also powered on before proceeding with software installation. Client System Minimum Requirements  Operating System Windows XP SP3 or later ...

  • Page 22: Tunable Laser Manager Software

    Figure 6 - Tunable Laser Manager Start-up Device Selection Note: If there are no devices listed in the ‘Discovered devices’ list, refer to the Discover section on page 22 for instructions on how to detect your FLS-2800. Tunable Laser Manager Interface 1.

  • Page 23: Main Display

    Viewing Mode Selection and the Content Selection. Unit View The Unit View is used to display the FLS-2800 device in a format that provides characteristic information for the laser sources. Laser source information: ...

  • Page 24: Laser Selection Control

    , : The State Symbol not only shows the output state of the laser source, but will also show command progress as well. , : If the State Symbol changes to have a rotating animated dashed outline then this laser source is currently undergoing parameter changes. FLS-2800 (v1.1)
  • Page 25 Start value. The remaining laser source will be set to value Start + (Step). Note: The software will provide a warning when you attempt to ‘Set’ values that are not valid or out of the operating range of the laser sources. FLS-2800 (v1.1)

  • Page 26: Tool Buttons

    IP address search range. Once you click ‘Ok’ The Tunable Laser Manager will search through this IP address range for all FLS-2800 devices and add them to the ‘Discovered devices’ list. Note: If your device is still not shown in the ‘Discovered devices’...
  • Page 27 Save The configuration of the current FLS-2800 can be saved to an ‘.xml’ configuration file. When you click the ‘Save’ button a ‘Save As’ dialog will open. Navigate to the desired location to save the configuration file. Click ‘Save’ to accept the default, or type in the desired File name and then click ‘Save’.

  • Page 28: System Update

    5. Wait for the update to finish, this can take up to two minutes. Do not power off the instrument during the firmware upgrade. Module Update To perform an update of an FLS-2800 laser module: 1. Use the browse button , to locate the firmware update file.

  • Page 29: Programming Guide

    Information is exchanged in the form of messages. These messages are held in input and output queues. The output queue stores responses to query commands. The FLS-2800 transmits any data in the output queue when a read request is received.

  • Page 30: Common Command Summary

    Description Query the Operation Complete bit Parameters None 1: If the FLS-2800 command queues are empty and the devices are ready to execute a Response command. 0: If the FLS-2800 still has commands in the input queue to be executed.

  • Page 31: Specific Command Summary

    Tunable Laser Source FLS-2800 Specific Command Summary Table 4 - FLS-2800 SCPI Specific Commands Slot commands Description :SLOT :OPC? -Query the status of the Operation Complete bit :OPTions? -Query the modules installed on the slot :IDN? -Query the Identifier for the slot; returns the manufacturer, part number,...

  • Page 32: Specific Command Descriptions

    Get the laser sources installed on the slot Parameters None Response The response will be a comma separated string of lasers installed in the FLS-2800. If a laser is not installed in a channel, it will not return any identification string. SLOT:OPT? -> “1,1,,” Example...
  • Page 33 Set the power of the laser Parameters <value>: A valid numerical value which is in the range between the MIN and MAX response queried with the POWer? command seen below, or found in the FLS-2800 specifications Response None SOUR:CHAN1:POW 10.5...
  • Page 34 Description Set the laser frequency Parameters <value> is a valid numerical value which is in the range between the MIN and MAX response queried with the FREQuency? command seen below, or found in the FLS-2800 specifications Response None SOUR:CHAN1:FREQ 1.92e+14...
  • Page 35 Returns the current state of the SBS dither SOUR:CHAN1:SBS? -> ON Example Command :SOURce:CHANnel[m]:SBS:STATE Syntax :SOURce:CHANnel[m]:SBS[:STATE]<wsp>[ON|OFF] Description Set the state of the SBS dither Parameters ON|OFF: Set the SBS dither state to on or off Response None SOUR:CHAN1:SBS:STATE ON Example FLS-2800 (v1.1)
  • Page 36 Returns the minimum, maximum or currently set SBS dither frequency for the laser as specified by parameters SOUR:CHAN1:SBS:FREQ? -> 1.00000000e+08 Example Command :SOURce:CHANnel[m]:TEMPerature? Syntax :SOURce:CHANnel[m]:TEMPerature? Description Get the laser temperature Parameters None Response Numerical temperature in degrees Celsius SOUR:CHAN1:TEMP? -> 26.88 Example FLS-2800 (v1.1)

  • Page 37: Visa Programming Example: Matlab

    VISA IO Driver Installation To communicate with the FLS-2800 in MATLAB the installation of a VISA IO driver is required. These drivers enable the creation of the Interface Object for instrument communication. Optional links to download third party VISA drivers: ...
  • Page 38 FLS-2800>::inst0 Then click ‘OK’ 5. Once the VISA object is created you can click ‘Connect’ which will open the connection to the FLS-2800 ready for communication. Figure 25 - MATLAB VISA Object Connect 6. While connected, using the ‘Communicate’ tab, commands can be entered into the ‘Data to write’...

  • Page 39: Matlab Example Code: Query The Fls-2800

    % Close the connection to the object fclose(FLS_2800); % Clean up all objects. delete(FLS_2800); Note: The IP address ( 192.168.1.4 ) used in the code is an example only. You will need to substitute in the IP address of your FLS-2800. FLS-2800 (v1.1)

  • Page 40: Usb Connection Web Interface

    192.168.97.201 which will conflict with the USB web interface. Network Configuration (Ethernet) The Ethernet IP address for the FLS-2800 is requested from a DHCP server by default (Obtain an IP address automatically), however if no DHCP server is available, the configuration of the FLS-2800 Ethernet networking must be performed using this USB web interface.

  • Page 41: Download Log File

    Tunable Laser Source FLS-2800 Download Log File If a copy of the FLS-2800 system log files is required, the Download log file link can be used to retrieve this data. Clicking this link will initiate a download of the logfile.zip. Click ‘Save as’ and then navigate to the desired location to save this zip file and click ‘Save’...

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union only) For complete recycling/disposal information as per European Directive WEEE 2012/19/UE, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle FLS-2800 (v1.1)
  • Page 43 CHINESE REGULATION ON RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES 中国关于危害物质限制的规定 NAMES AND CONTENTS OF THE TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OR ELEMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS EXFO PRODUCT 包含在本 EXFO 产品中的有毒有害物质或元素的名称和含量 Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在...

  • Page 44: Technical Support

    13. Technical Support Contacting the Technical Support Group To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is available to take your calls from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern Time in North America).

  • Page 45: Warranty

    Exclusions EXFO reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of its products at any time without incurring obligation to make any changes whatsoever on units purchased. Accessories, including but not limited to fuses, pilot lamps, batteries and universal interfaces (EUI) used with EXFO products are not covered by this warranty.

  • Page 46: Certification

    5. Return the equipment, prepaid, to the address given to you by support personnel. Be sure to write the RMA number on the shipping slip. EXFO will refuse and return any package that does not bear an RMA number.

  • Page 47: Exfo Service Centers Worldwide

    Tunable Laser Source FLS-2800 15. EXFO Service Centers Worldwide If your product requires servicing, contact the nearest authorized service center. EXFO Headquarters Service Center 400 Godin Avenue 1 866 683-0155 (USA and Canada) Quebec (Quebec) G1M 2K2 Tel.: 1 418 683-5498...

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