YOKOGAWA AQ2170 User Manual
YOKOGAWA AQ2170 User Manual

YOKOGAWA AQ2170 User Manual

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Yokogawa Meters & Instruments Corporation
AQ2170
Optical Power Meter
User's Manual
IM AQ2170-01EN
1st Edition

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  • Page 1 User’s AQ2170 Manual Optical Power Meter User’s Manual IM AQ2170-01EN 1st Edition Yokogawa Meters & Instruments Corporation...
  • Page 2 3. In this manual, the TM and R symbols do not accompany their respective registered trademark or trademark names. 4. Other company and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. 1st Edition: October 2012(YMI) All Rights Reserved, Copyright© 2012, Yokogawa Meters & Instruments Corporation...
  • Page 3 Product Registration Thank you for purchasing YOKOGAWA products. YOKOGAWA provides registered users with a variety of information and services. Please allow us to serve you best by completing the product registration form accessible from our homepage. http://tmi.yokogawa.com/...
  • Page 4 The general safety precautions described herein must be observed during all phases of operation.If the instrument is used in a manner not specified in this guide ,the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired .YOKOGAWA assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1. Introduction ........................1 2. Warranty ...........................2 3. Preparing for Operation .....................3 4. Specifications ........................5 5. Operation .........................7 6. Trouble Shooting ......................16 7. Recommended Replacement Parts ...................17 8. Maintenance ........................18 9. Outline drawing .......................19 10. Connector adapter ......................20...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    1 Introduction The AQ2170 series are full featured mini sized and lightweight optical power meters designed for use with an optical Light source 18 8 8 to perform optical loss measurements on optical fiber cables. .8.8.8.8 optical connections to the AQ2170 are made via the universal adapter interface on the top of the unit.
  • Page 7: Warranty

    Misuse, negligence, or accident Returning Product To return product, you may contact YOKOGAWA to obtain additional information if necessary. To serve you better, please specify the reasons for the return. All delivery and mails should be sent to the following nearest YOKOGAWA dealer.
  • Page 8: Preparing For Operation

    We suggest that you keep the original packing material. Using the original packing material is your guarantee of protecting the instrument during transit. Checking the package contents The standard accessories of AQ2170 are as follows: Product Name Qty. Main Unit Dry battery AAA Connector Adapter(FC,SC,LC,Ø1.25 ferrule,Ø2.5 ferrule)
  • Page 9 3.2 Discharged batteries There is a battery indicator on the screen to show the remaining charge. There are four possibilities the indicator may show, full, with 2 blacks, with 1 black and empty. If an empty battery indicator means the power is almost out please replace it with a new one.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    4 Specifications 4.1 Sensor Specifications Model AQ2170 AQ2170H Wavelength Range (nm) 850/1300/1310/1490/1550/1625/1650 nm 1310/1490/1550/1625/1650 nm Detector InGaAs Applicable Fibers Type Light emitted from SM(ITU-T G.652) , Light emitted from SM( ITU-T G.652), GI(50/125 µm),GI( 62.5/125 µm)optical fiber optical fiber Optical Connector FC, SC, LC, Ø...
  • Page 11 4.2 General Specifications Model AQ2170 AQ2170H Displayed Resolution 0.01dB(>-60dBm),0.1dBm(≤-60dBm) 0.01dB(>-40dBm),0.1dBm(≤-40dBm) Displayed Unit Absolute values:dBm, mW, µW Relative values: dB Modulation Mode CW,CHOP(270Hz,1kHz,2kHz) Measurement Interval Approximately150 ms Measurement mode Absolute value measurement Relative value measurement: Relative value measurement relative to a set reference value...
  • Page 12: Operation

    5 Operation 5.1 Installing the Batteries Turn the screw on the rear panel with a coin or other flat object to remove the cover, then install the batteries. Turning the screw locks/unlocks the cover as shown in the figure. Unlock Lock Insert four AAA batteries into the holder following the polarity markings.
  • Page 13 Note Use the correct size and type of battery specified by the manufacturer of your device. Keep battery contact surfaces and battery compartment contacts clean by rubbing them with a clean pencil eraser or a rough cloth each time you replace batteries. Remove batteries from a device when it is not expected to be in use for several months.
  • Page 14 5.2 Attaching a Connector Adapter A specialized connector adapter is required for connecting an optical connector to the instrument. Choose an adapter that matches the optical connector you will use. The screw mechanism that attaches the connector adapter to the instrument is of precision manufacture. Please handle all parts with care so as not to damage the screw threads.
  • Page 15 5.3 Attaching/Detaching a Protector (1) Please insert in the upper part to a protector. (2) Please insert the lower part in a protector. Note We recommend that you replace the protector when damaged.
  • Page 16 5.4 Keypad Function >2s PERM Switches instrument on/off. Long keypress over 2 seconds while powering on is to activate the instrument without Auto-off function. Short keypress to display reference level of present test wavelength. >2s SET Long Key press over 2seconds to set a new reference level of present test wavelength.
  • Page 17 5.5 LCD Wavelength Auto-off 18 8 8 Battery Charge Reference .8.8.8.8 Measurement Unit Frequency 270Hz 1kHz 2kHz Power value...
  • Page 18 5.7 Setting the wavelength 1650 Press the “λ” key repeatedly until the desired wavelength is 1300 13 1 0 displayed. You can select fromseven optional wavelengths: 2 0.0 0 850nm,1300nm,1310nm,1490nm, 1550nm,1625nm,1650nm(AQ2170) 1310nm,1490nm,1550nm,1625nm,1650nm(AQ2170H) AUTO-OFF The instrument defaults to the wavelength 1550nm.
  • Page 19 1 3 1 0 flashes twice on the screen and buzzer sound is heard. keypress 2 0.0 0 5.88 Once the new reference level is set, the AQ2170 AUTO-OFF switches to the dB measurement mode. The displayed value only lasts 1 second. Note 1.Long key press...
  • Page 20 5.10 Switching backlighting of the LCD on and off Press the backlighting key. 1 3 1 0 1 3 1 0 Backlighting switches on. -5.0 -5.0 Press the backlighting key again. Backlighting switches off. 5.11 Frequency detecting 1 3 1 0 If the tested wavelength is carrying a tone of 270Hz, 1kHz, or -20.00 2kHz, the respective frequency indicates on the screen...
  • Page 21: Trouble Shooting

    6 Trouble Shooting Malfunction Type possible Cause Recommended solution Remarks Battery exhausted Change battery DIY Abailable Failure to turn on/off Re-install battery DIY Abailable Reverse-installed battery Return to factory (Still doesn’t work) Change battery On&off disorder Low battery DIY Abailable Swab the dust by using an alcohol- Contaminated connector Inaccurate...
  • Page 22: Recommended Replacement Parts

    7 Recommended Replacement Parts YOKOGAWA guarantees the AQ2170 for the period and under the conditions of the product warranty. Under the conditions of the warranty, the following consumable parts and parts with limited service lives are excluded. For part replacement, contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    When you put the battery in the battery case, make sure that the battery is facing the right direction. If you will not use the battery for an extended period of time, remove it from the AQ2170 and store it in...
  • Page 24: Outline Drawing

    9 Outline drawing...
  • Page 25: Connector Adapter

    10 Connector adapter Ø2.5 Ø1.25...

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