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EXFO IQ-2600B Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 (217) 352-9330 | Click HERE Find the Exfo IQ-2600BT-89 at our website:...
  • Page 2 IQ-2600B Tunable Laser Source (Shown with the IQ-203 Mainframe) Instruction Manual Second Edition P/N: MAN-168-I .2ACE If the equipment described herein bears the symbol, the said equipment complies with the European Community Directive and Standards found in the Declaration of Conformity.
  • Page 3 EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO). 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Certification Information......................vi 1 Introduction ....................1 IQ-2600B Front Panel ......................2 IQ-2600B Product Nameplate....................2 IQ-2600B Main Window......................3 Title Bar and Menu Bar......................4 Parameter Definition Controls ....................6 Data Display ..........................6 Status Bar..........................7 Monitor Window........................8 2 Safety Information ..................
  • Page 5 Contents IQ-2600B Error Messages ...................... 60 GPIB Troubleshooting......................61 5 Maintenance ....................63 Transportation and Storage....................63 General Maintenance ......................63 Cleaning the Optical Ports..................... 63 User Calibration Feature......................64 6 Troubleshooting ..................67 Solving Problems........................67 Contacting the Customer Service Group ................68 7 Technical Specifications ................69...
  • Page 6 Figures Figures Figure 1-1. IQ-2600B Front Panel ..................2 Figure 1-2. Module Nameplate....................2 Figure 1-3. Main Window...................... 3 Figure 1-4. Monitor Window (IQ-2600B)................8 Figure 2-1. Class 1 Laser Product Indication ................ 10 Figure 3-1. Removing an IQ Module..................12 Figure 3-2.

  • Page 7: Certification Information

    EXFO, and externally, at an independent, qualified laboratory. All pre-qualification tests were performed at EXFO while all final tests were performed at UltraTech Engineering Labs Inc., a renowned test laboratory from Mississauga, Canada. This guarantees the unerring objectivity and authoritative compliance of all test results.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction The IQ-2600B is a tunable laser source that will address the testing requirements for dense WDM component testing in C- and L-bands. The 60 dB spontaneous noise suppression ratio provides a better dynamic range than with a traditional external cavity laser, thus allowing you to measure crosstalk at the higher level required for passive component testing.

  • Page 9: Iq-2600B Front Panel

    Monitor output port On/Off IQ-2600B button TUNABLE LASER SOURCE Figure 1-1. IQ-2600B Front Panel IQ-2600B Product Nameplate The product nameplate, shown in Figure 1-2, is located on a side panel near the rear of the module. Part number (identifying Product version configuration and connector type) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 10: Iq-2600B Main Window

    Introduction IQ-2600B Main Window IQ-2600B Main Window Title bar Menu bar Parameter definition controls Function buttons Data display Status Figure 1-3. Main Window The main window shown in Figure 1-3 can be divided into five sections: title and menu bars ➤...

  • Page 11: Title Bar And Menu Bar

    Web site software version ➤ available IQ-203 mainframe system memory ➤ (includes RAM and virtual memory) remaining hard drive storage space ➤ Table 1-1. Main Window Menus IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 12 Introduction Title Bar and Menu Bar Function Buttons The function buttons, located on the left side of the main window, are used for immediate control of the laser source. Table 1-2 provides a quick reference guide to these controls. Function Description Button Activates/Deactivates light emission (see Turning On the...

  • Page 13: Parameter Definition Controls

    The data display indicates the power level and wavelength selected (See Figure 1-3 on page 3). A slider in the upper part of the display shows where the wavelength lies in the available area. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 14: Status Bar

    (Normal or High Resolution). The second part of the status bar displays the inscription Local, Remote, or Lockout, which indicates if the IQ-2600B is controlled locally or remotely. For more information on how to control the different IQ modules remotely, refer to the GPIB and Application Development Guide.

  • Page 15: Monitor Window

    (refer to the IQ-200 Optical Test System instruction manual). The size and position of the monitor window can be customized. Wavelength Power level Source status Source mode Figure 1-4. Monitor Window (IQ-2600B) IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 16: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Conventions You should understand the following conventions before using the product described in this manual: ARNING Refers to a potential personal hazard. It requires a procedure which, if not correctly followed, may result in bodily harm or injury. Do not proceed beyond a ARNING unless you understand and meet the required conditions.

  • Page 17: General Safety Instructions

    The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. The IQ-2600B is classified as a Class I laser product complying with 21CFR 1040.10 and 1041.11, as well as IEC 60825-1:1993 +A1:1997. Laser radiation may be encountered at the output and monitor ports.

  • Page 18: Working With The Tunable Laser Source

    Working with the Tunable Laser Source Using the LED Push Button The LED push button has three functions: When system is powered on, the LED will illuminate. ➤ Pressing the LED push button activates the main window. ➤ Pressing the LED push button when the main window is open activates ➤...

  • Page 19: Removing The Module

    Figure 3-1. Removing an IQ Module 4. Put one of the supplied protective covers over the empty slot to prevent dust from entering the module housing. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 20: Turning On The Source

    Note: Pressing the LED push button does not activate the source. Once the IQ-2600B software is loaded, the main window opens. The main window contains all the necessary commands to control the laser source. For more information, see Figure 1-3 on page 3.

  • Page 21: Opening The Monitor Window

    Close. From the Monitor Window To exit the software from the monitor window, click on (in the top right-hand corner of the monitor window). IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 22: Switching Between Normal And High Resolution (Hr) Modes

    Working with the Tunable Laser Source Switching between Normal and High Resolution (HR) Modes Switching between Normal and High Resolution (HR) Modes To switch between the Normal and HR modes, select the corresponding radio button on the main display. Figure 3-2. Mode Window In HR mode, the laser linewidth is reduced by a factor of 20%.

  • Page 23: Activating/Deactivating The Source

    Selection from a Stored List To select a wavelength in the list of existing wavelengths, simply use the drop-down menu in the λ field and select the desired wavelength. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 24: Selecting The Power

    Working with the Tunable Laser Source Selecting the Power Using the Slider You can select a wavelength using the slider in the data display. The slider uses increments or decrements of 1 nm or 1 THz, depending of the units you are using.

  • Page 25: Deleting Items From The Current Lists

    ➤ a Continuous- or Stepped-type sweep ➤ if the Trigger option is activated or not ➤ the repeat mode ➤ IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 26: Figure 3-6. Sweep Delay

    Working with the Tunable Laser Source Setting the Sweep Parameters Setting the Start and Stop Wavelengths To set the Start and Stop wavelengths for the sweep, simply enter the desired value in the appropriate fields in the top left-hand corner of the screen.

  • Page 27: Figure 3-7. Continuous Mode Options

    You can now set the step at which you want the sweep to be performed by entering the desired value in the field. You can also select a step in the list by using the pull-down menu. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 28 You can toggle the Trigger option on or off by checking the box in the Synchronization area of the Sweep setup menu. The IQ-2600B features Trigger In and Out connectors. When the trigger option is set to on, the Trigger In will wait for signals. The Trigger Out is always active and emits a signal for each one-way pass (in Continuous mode) or step (in Stepped mode) the system does during the sweep.

  • Page 29: Figure 3-9. Synchronization Pattern (Continuous Mode)

    Then, the system will wait for a synchronization signal to go to the next step in the sweep. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 30: Figure 3-10. Synchronization Pattern (Step-By-Step Mode)

    Working with the Tunable Laser Source Setting the Sweep Parameters If the synchronization signal arrives before the sweep is completed, it is kept in memory to be used on the next step. The memory keeps only one synchronization signal in advance; if the system receives more than one synchronization signal before the step is completed, only the first signal will be kept.

  • Page 31: Starting A Sweep

    Sweep button will change to Stop. To stop the sweep before it is completed, press the Stop button (F6). Note: You can stop the sweep at any time. Shutting the laser off will also stop the sweep. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 32: Remote Control

    The commands used in both protocols are the same and described in the following pages. Note: If you have already designed a GPIB program to control a tunable laser source from EXFO’s FLS Series (FLS-2600B), you can reuse sections for the IQ-2600B. SCPI Commands...
  • Page 33 FORM2:READ:DATA This command instructs the module, located in IQ-203 position 2, to display a power measurement with one digit after the decimal point. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 34: General Commands

    Remote Control General Commands General Commands The IQ-2600B recognizes the main commands identified in IEEE 488.2. Command Function *CLS Clear status command *ESE Standard event status enable command *ESE? Standard event status enable query *ESR? Standard event status register query...
  • Page 35 The <value> parameter must be between 0 and 255. *ESE? Description This query reads the contents of the Standard Event Status Enable Register (ESE). Syntax *ESE? Response A binary integer between 0 and 255. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 36 Description This query reads the IQ-200 system identification string. Syntax *IDN? Response “EXFO E.-O. Eng. IQ-200 OTS v1.00”, where v1.00 is the current product version. *OPC Description This command will cause the IQ-2600B to generate the operation complete message in the Standard Event Status Register (ESR) when all pending selected IQ-2600B operations have been completed.
  • Page 37 Force the device to enter into an Operation Complete Query ➤ Active State (OQAS). Initialize previous responses unless there has been a ➤ program message terminator preceded by an *RST. Syntax *RST Example *IDN?;*RST<NL> IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 38 Remote Control General Commands *SRE Description This command sets bits in the Service Request Enable Register (SRE; initial value is 255), and enables the corresponding bit in the Status Byte Register (STB). The command can be used to select which events can initiate a service request. Syntax *SRE<space><value>...
  • Page 39 Description This query initiates an internal self-test and returns a binary value indicating the results of the test. Syntax *TST? Response A binary value: “0”-test is complete with no errors “1”-test is complete with errors IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 40: Specific Commands

    Remote Control Specific Commands Specific Commands CALibration:WAVElength Description This command introduces an offset into the IQ-2600B to correct a wavelength deviation as measured by a wavelength meter. Syntax CAL:WAVE<space><wavelength> Parameters The <wavelength> parameter is a value indicating the wavelength in nm. The format is 9999.999.
  • Page 41 Parameters The <mode> parameter is a boolean parameter representing the source mode: “0”-set tunable mode “1”-set ASE mode Note This command cannot be performed if the IQ-2600B is in Sweep mode. Will return error if ASE is selected but not available. Example OUTP:MODE 1...
  • Page 42 Remote Control Specific Commands OUTPut:STATe Description This command is used to activate or deactivate the source. Syntax OUT:STAT<space><state> Parameters The <state> parameter is a boolean parameter representing the source state: “0” -deactivate the source “1” -activate the source Example OUTP:STAT 1 See also OUTP:ASE?, OUTP:MODE, OUTP:MODE? and OUTP:STAT? OUTPut:STATe?
  • Page 43 The <mode> parameter is a boolean value representing the mode state: “0”-Normal mode “1”-High Resolution mode Example SOUR:MODE 1 Note This command cannot be performed if the IQ-2600B is in Sweep mode. See also SOUR:MODE? SOURce:MODE? Description This query returns the current source mode. Syntax...
  • Page 44 Parameters The current source output power (in dBm) in the format “±99.99” Example SOUR:POW 3.5 Note This command cannot be performed if the IQ-2600B is in Sweep mode. See also SOUR:POW? SOURce:POWer? Description This query returns the current output power (in dBm).
  • Page 45 SOUR:POW command. Syntax SOUR:POW:LIM:STEP? Response The minimum output power step (in dBm) in the “±99.99” format. See also SOUR:POW:LIM:HIGH?, and SOUR:POW:LIM:LOW? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 46 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:MODE Description This command allows you to select the sweep mode. Syntax SOUR:SWE:MODE<space><mode> Parameters The <mode> parameter is a boolean value representing the mode state: “0”-Continuous mode “1”-Step-by-Step Mode Example SOUR:SWE:MODE 1 See also SOUR:SWE:MODE?, SOUR:SWE:CENT, SOUR:SWE:COUN, SOUR;SWE:COUN?, SOUR:SWE:REP, SOUR:SWE:REP?, SOUR:SWE:REV and SOUR:SWE:REV? SOURce:SWEep:MODE?
  • Page 47 Parameters The <count> parameter represents the new number of loops in the “99” format. For continuous repetition, enter “0”. Example SOUR:SWE:COUN 32 See also SOUR:SWE:MODE, SOUR:SWE:MODE?, SOUR:SWE:CENT, SOUR;SWE:COUN?, SOUR:SWE:REP , SOUR:SWE:REP?, SOUR:SWE:REV and SOUR:SWE:REV? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 48 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:COUNt? Description This query returns the number of repetitions set for the sweep program. Syntax SOUR:SWE:COUN? Response The number of repetitions set for the sweep program. See also SOUR:SWE:MODE, SOUR:SWE:MODE?, SOUR:SWE:CENT?, SOUR;SWE:COUN, SOUR:SWE:REP , SOUR:SWE:REP?, SOUR:SWE:REV and SOUR:SWE:REV? SOURce:SWEep:REPeat Description This command is used to specify how many times you want the sweep program to repeat.
  • Page 49 “1”-enable the sweep reverse function “0”-disable the sweep reverse function Example SOUR:SWE:REV 1 See also SOUR:SWE:MODE, SOUR:SWE:MODE?, SOUR:SWE:CENT, SOUR:SWE:COUN, SOUR;SWE:COUN?, SOUR:SWE:REP , SOUR:SWE:REP? and SOUR:SWE:REV? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 50 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:REVerse? Description This query returns a value indicating whether the sweep reverse function is enabled. Syntax SOUR:SWE:REV? Response A boolean parameter representing the state of the sweep reverse function: “1”-the sweep reverse function is enabled “0”-the sweep reverse function is disabled See also SOUR:SWE:MODE, SOUR:SWE:MODE?, SOUR:SWE:CENT, SOUR:SWE:COUN, SOUR;SWE:COUN?, SOUR:SWE:REP ,...
  • Page 51 SOUR:SWE:STOP:WAVE? SOURce:SWEep:STOP:WAVElength? Description This query returns the start wavelength for the sweep. Syntax SOUR:SWE:STOP:WAVE? Response Wavelength in 9999.999 nm format. See also SOUR:SWE:START:WAVE, SOUR:SWE:START:WAVE? and SOUR:SWE:STOP:WAVE IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 52 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:SPAN? Description This query returns the wavelength range to be swept below and above the central wavelength. Syntax SOUR:SWE:SPAN? Response A value representing the wavelength range to be swept below and above the central wavelength in 9999.999 nm or 999.9999 THz formats.
  • Page 53 Parameters The <state> parameter is a boolean parameter representing the new state of the sweep program: “1”-start the sweep program “0”-stop the sweep program Example SOUR:SWE:STAT 1 See also SOUR:SWE:STAT?, SOUR:SWE:TIME? and SOUR:SWE:DUR? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 54 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:STATe? Description This query returns a value indicating the state of the sweep program. Syntax SOUR:SWE:STAT? Response A boolean value representing the current state of the sweep program: “1”-the sweep program is in progress “0”-the sweep program is not in progress See also SOUR:SWE:STAT, SOUR:SWE:TIME? and SOUR:SWE:DUR? SOURce:SWEep:TIME?
  • Page 55 Description This query returns the highest possible wavelength step in a step-by-step sweep. Syntax SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:HIGH? Response Maximal wavelength step in nm See also SOUR:SWE:STEP , SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:LOW?, SOUR:SWE:STEP?, SOUR:SWE:PAUS and SOUR:SWE:PAUS? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 56 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:STEP:LIMit:LOW? Description This query returns the lowest possible wavelength step in a step-by-step sweep. Syntax SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:LOW? Response Minimal wavelength step in nm See also SOUR:SWE:STEP , SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:SWE:STEP?, SOUR:SWE:PAUS and SOUR:SWE:PAUS? SOURce:SWEep:PAUSe Description This command allows you to set the minimal length of pause between the steps for the step-by-step sweep.
  • Page 57 Description This query returns the highest available pause for a step-by-step sweep. Syntax SOUR:SWE:PAUS:LIM:HIGH? Response Time in 59:999 ms format. See also SOUR:SWE:STEP , SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:LOW?, SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:SWE:STEP?, SOUR:SWE:PAUS, SOUR:SWE:PAUS?, SOUR:SWE:PAUS:LIM:LOW?, SOUR:SWE:TRIG and SOUR:SWE:TRIG? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 58 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:SWEep:PAUSe:LIMit:LOW? Description This query returns the lowest available pause for a step-by-step sweep. Syntax SOUR:SWE:PAUS:LIM:LOW? Response Time in 59:999 ms format. See also SOUR:SWE:STEP , SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:LOW?, SOUR:SWE:STEP:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:SWE:STEP?, SOUR:SWE:PAUS, SOUR:SWE:PAUS?, SOUR:SWE:PAUS:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:SWE:TRIG and SOUR:SWE:TRIG? SOURce:SWEep:TRIGger Description This command activates or deactivates the input trigger option. Syntax SOUR:SWE:TRIG<space><trigger>...
  • Page 59 Note This function cannot be performed if the application is running in Sweep mode. Example SOUR:WAVE 1550.000 See also SOUR:WAVE?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:LOW?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:STEP?, UNIT:WAVE, and UNIT:WAVE? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 60 Remote Control Specific Commands SOURce:WAVElength? Description This query returns the current source wavelength in the current spectral unit (nm or THz). Syntax SOUR:WAVE? Response A value representing the current wavelength in the “9999.999” (nm) or “999.9999” (THz) format. See also SOUR:WAVE, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:LOW?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:STEP?, UNIT:WAVE, and UNIT:WAVE? SOURce:WAVElength:LIMit:HIGH?
  • Page 61 Response A value representing the minimum wavelength step available in the “9999.999” (nm) or “999.9999” (THz) format. See also SOUR:WAVE:LENG, SOUR:WAVE:LENG?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:HIGH?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:LOW?, UNIT:WAVE, and UNIT:WAVE? IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 62 UNIT:WAVE<space><unit> Parameters The <unit> parameter is a boolean parameter representing the new spectral measurement units: “1”-use THz “0”-use nm Note This command cannot be performed if the Iq-2600B is in Sweep mode. Example UNIT:WAVE 1 See also SOUR:WAVE, SOUR:WAVE?, SOUR:WAVE:LIM:HIGH?,...

  • Page 63: Quick Reference Command Tree

    Get min. source power STEP? (±9.9) Get min. power step MODE <0|1> Set source sweep mode Table 4-2. IQ-2600B Quick Reference Commande Tree (Part 1 of 4) IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 64 (999.9999) [THz] (99.999) [nm] Set sweep speed SPE? (99.999) [nm] Sweep speed? Table 4-2. IQ-2600B Quick Reference Commande Tree (Part 2 of 4) Tunable Laser Source Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 65 SOUR SWE PAUS? (59:999) [ms] Minimal length of pause? HIGH? (59:999) [ms] Highest available pause? Table 4-2. IQ-2600B Quick Reference Commande Tree (Part 3 of 4) IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 66 (999.9999) [THz] UNIT WAVE <1|0> Set wavelength unit WAVE? (1|0) Wavelength unit? Table 4-2. IQ-2600B Quick Reference Commande Tree (Part 4 of 4) Tunable Laser Source Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 67: Iq-2600B Error Messages

    1103 “Cannot execute command” A command was sent while unallowed by the application state. 1104 “Query error” Internal error. Table 4-3. IQ-2600B Error Messages IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 68: Gpib Troubleshooting

    Remote Control GPIB Troubleshooting GPIB Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Solution Unable to SCPI Manager is not Open SCPI Manager. communicate with open. IQ-203 (No response Incorrect Select the correct from *IDN? communication type communication type: command). selected. RS-232, GPIB, or DDE. Incorrect Check the communication...
  • Page 69 SCPI Manager unable The module application Open the module to communicate with is not open. application. modules. Table 4-4. Troubleshooting (Part 2 of 2) IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 70: Maintenance

    Maintenance There are no user-serviceable components in the IQ-2600B notwithstanding the procedure described in this section. The module has been designed to require a minimum of maintenance and provide accurate operation for many years. Transportation and Storage Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting or storing the unit.

  • Page 71: User Calibration Feature

    Contact EXFO for further information. User Calibration Feature An offset can be introduced into your IQ-2600B to correct a wavelength deviation, as measured by a reference wavelength meter. Note: A calibrated wavelength meter is required to perform a user calibration.

  • Page 72: Figure 5-1. User Calibration Window

    2. Click on the Maintenance tab. The following window appears: Figure 5-1. User Calibration Window 3. Connect your IQ-2600B to a calibrated wavelength meter and enter the measured wavelength in the Wavelength field. 4. Click on Adjust. Your unit will verify if there is a difference between the value you have entered and its current wavelength position.

  • Page 73: Figure 5-2. Offset Value Warning Window

    However, EXFO recommends that you return your IQ-2600B every year for a complete calibration. It will ensure that your unit remains within the published specifications.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    Solving Problems If you encounter one of the problems listed below, try to solve it first with the given information. In all cases, if the problem persists after performing a recommended action, contact EXFO immediately. Problem Probable Cause Recommended Action...

  • Page 75: Contacting The Customer Service Group

    Table 6-1. Problems, Possible Causes, and Recommended Actions (Part 2 of 2) Contacting the Customer Service Group If you encounter any difficulty while using this product, please call EXFO at one of the offices listed below. Our Customer Service Group is available in North America from 7:30 a.m.

  • Page 76: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Wavelength and Power Specifications Wavelength range (nm) 1510 to 1612 Wavelength resolution (pm) <5 Spectral linewidth (FWHM) (GHz) >1.5 Tuning time - typical (ms) Sweep speed (nm/s) minimum maximum Wavelength repeatibility (nm) ±8 Wavelength stability - 1 hour (nm) ±10 Uncertainty (nm) <±0.05...
  • Page 77 3.25 lb./1.5 kg Number of IQ slots Table 7-4. Mechanical Specifications Note: Most specifications are given at 23 C ±3 C, after a one-hour warmup time. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 78: Warranty

    EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original shipment. EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use. During the warranty period, EXFO will, at its discretion, repair, replace, or issue credit for any defective product.

  • Page 79: Liability

    Warranty Liability Liability EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the purchased product, nor shall be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items to which the purchased product is connected or the operation of any system of which the purchased product may be a part.
  • Page 80 5. Return the equipment, prepaid, to the address given by the support personnel. Be sure to write the RMA on the shipping slip. EXFO will refuse and return any package that does not bear an RMA.
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  • Page 82: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary Alternating current A device for coupling two connectors. adapter amplifier A device used to boost the strength (dB level) of a signal. amplitude The distance between high and low points of a waveform or signal. ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A system used to represent letters, numbers, symbols, and punctuation as bytes of binary signals.
  • Page 83 P is the power of the ith constituent of the power distribution (e.g., one of the oscillating modes of a Fabry-Perot laser). Code of Federal Regulations IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 84 Glossary channel A communication path. For WDM systems, a channel is determined by a wavelength and width. A phenomenon caused by the wavelength dependence of chromatic dispersion the group velocity in an optical fiber. Since any practical light source has a certain spectral width, chromatic dispersion results in pulse broadening.
  • Page 85 See this term. EDFA Erbium doped fiber amplifier EDFFA Erbium doped fluoride fiber amplifier EDFSA Erbium doped silica fiber amplifier Electronics Industries Association Excess loss IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 86 Glossary electromagnetic Any electrical or electromagnetic interference that causes interference degradation, failure in electronic equipment, or undesirable response. Optical fibers neither emit nor are affected by EMI. Electromagnetic interference. excess loss (EL) In relation to multiport components, the excess loss is a measure of the insertion loss over and above that induced by the splitting ratio.
  • Page 87 For a multiport device, the insertion loss includes the splitting ratio and the excess loss. International Organization for Standardization. Commonly believed to stand for International Standards Organization. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 88 Glossary In fact, ISO is not an abbreviation—it is intended to signify uniformity (derived from the Greek iso meaning “equal”). ISO is responsible for many standards including those for data communications and computing. International Telecommunications Union. The ruling body for telecommunications and the source of many network standards.
  • Page 89 Optical spectrum analyzer OTDR Optical time domain reflectometer Abbreviation for peta, which indicates 10 units. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 90 Glossary Abbreviation for pico, which indicates 10 units Power In optical schematics, used to designate a polarization controller. Plastic-clad silica (fiber) PDCR Polarization dependent coupling ratio PDEL Polarization dependent excess loss Polarization dependent gain Polarization dependent loss peak wavelength The wavelength at which the optical power of a source is at maximum.
  • Page 91 In special cases, it will remain oriented in one direction (linear polarization) or will trace out a circle (left or right circular polarization). Time Abbreviation for tera, which indicates 10 units. IQ-2600B Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 92 Glossary Telcordia Organization that contains much of the former Bell labs. It specializes in telephone network technology, standards and interfaces. volt volt-ampere watt waveguide dispersion An important constituent of chromatic dispersion in optical fibers. It is determined by the fiber cladding/core geometry and refractive index profile.
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  • Page 94: Index

    Index Index adding to ..........17 deleting items from........17 about window..........4 customer service ..........72 active LED ............2 cycles ............24 adding items on the current lists ....17 available memory .......... 4 data display ..........3, 6 decrement unit ..........5 buttons delay for the sweep ........19 increase wavelength ........
  • Page 95 ........13 module inserting module ......... 11 description ..........2 IQ Series ............25 insertion..........11 IQ-2600B error messages ......60 removal..........12 monitor output port ........2 monitor window closing ........... 14 keys description ..........8 increase wavelength ........
  • Page 96 ..........15 trigger-out connector ........2 the wavelength display unit....15 turning on the source ........13 setup, sweep ..........5 shipping to EXFO......... 73 slider ............17 UltraTech Engineering Labs Inc..... vi software unit exiting............ 14 decrement..........5...

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