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EXFO IQS-2600B User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source for IQS Platforms...
  • Page 2 EXFO 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 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Certification Information ......................v 1 Introducing the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source ........1 General Information .......................1 Typical Applications ........................2 IQS-2600CT Tunable Laser Source for IQS-12004B DWDM Passive Component Test System ...3 Conventions ..........................4 2 Safety Information ..................5 3 Getting Started with Your Tunable Laser Source ........
  • Page 4 General Information ......................61 Liability ..........................61 Exclusions ..........................62 Certification ..........................62 Service and Repairs .......................63 EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ..................64 A Technical Specifications ................65 B SCPI Command Reference ................69 Quick Reference Command Tree ...................70 Product-Specific Commands—Description ................72 C Trigger Option Theory ................129 Trigger Option in Continuous Mode ...................129...

  • Page 5: Certification Information

    FCC Information Electronic test equipment is exempt from Part 15 compliance (FCC) in the United States. However, compliance verification tests are systematically performed on most EXFO equipment.  Information Electronic test equipment is subject to the EMC Directive in the European Union.
  • Page 6 Tel.: +44 2380 246810 Equipment Type/Environment: Test & Measurement / Industrial Trade Name/Model No.: Tunable Laser Source / IQS-2600B Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared: Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, EN 61010-1:2001 Edition 2.0 control, and laboratory use...

  • Page 7: Introducing The Iqs-2600B Tunable Laser Source

    Introducing the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source General Information The IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source addresses the testing requirements for dense WDM component testing in the C- and L-bands. Output connector OUTPUT Trigger In connector TRIG IN Active LED ACTIVE Trigger Out connector...

  • Page 8: Typical Applications

    Introducing the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source Typical Applications The IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source supports local control (via the IQS Manager software) and remote control (through GPIB, RS-232, or Ethernet TCP/IP using SCPI commands or the provided LabVIEW drivers). For more information, refer to the IQS platform user guide.

  • Page 9: Iqs-2600Ct Tunable Laser Source For Iqs-12004B Dwdm Passive Component Test System

    IQS-2600CT Tunable Laser Source for IQS-12004B DWDM Passive Component Test System EXFO has modified its IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source in order to integrate it into the IQS-12004B DWDM Passive Component Test System. To optimize the performance of the IQS-12004B, the optical attenuator ensuring a constant power output from the tunable laser source has been removed.

  • Page 10: Conventions

    Introducing the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source Conventions Conventions Before using the product described in this manual, you should understand the following conventions: ARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless you understand and meet the required conditions.

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety Information While handling optical fibers, laser radiation may be encountered at source output ports and fiber ends. Avoid long-term exposure to laser radiation. ARNING Do not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active. Never look directly into a live fiber and ensure that your eyes are protected at all times.

  • Page 13: Getting Started With Your Tunable Laser Source

    Getting Started with Your Tunable Laser Source Inserting and Removing Test Modules AUTION Never insert or remove a module while the controller unit and its expansion units are turned on. This will result in immediate and irreparable damage to both the module and unit. To insert a module into the controller or expansion unit: 1.
  • Page 14 6. While applying slight pressure to the module, turn the retaining screw knob (located at the bottom of the panel) clockwise until the knob is horizontal. This will secure the module into its “seated” position. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 15 Note: You can insert IQ modules into your controller or expansion unit; the IQS Manager software will recognize them. However, the IQS-2600B locking mechanism (retaining screw) will not work for IQ modules. To remove a module from your controller or expansion unit: 1.
  • Page 16 3a. Slide the top of the protective cover into the upper grooves of the unit. 3b. Snap the cover into place by pushing the retaining screw knob. AUTION Failure to reinstall protective covers over empty slots will result in ventilation problems. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 17: Starting The Tunable Laser Source Application

    Starting the Tunable Laser Source Application Starting the Tunable Laser Source Application Your IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source module can be configured and controlled from its dedicated IQS Manager application. Note: For details about IQS Manager, refer to the IQS platform user guide.
  • Page 18 Note: To start the corresponding monitor window at the same time, click Start App. & Monitor. The window opens on the Monitors function tab. The main window (shown below) contains all the commands required to control the Tunable Laser Source: Title bar Data display Function tabs Control Center Status bar IQS-2600B...
  • Page 19 Remote: Module controlled remotely, but local commands can also be used. Lockout: Module controlled remotely only. Module/unit status Current date and time For more information about automating or remotely controlling the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source, refer to your platform user guide. Tunable Laser Source...

  • Page 20: Entering Values Using Sliders And Numeric Boxes

    To enter a value using the numeric box: 1. Use the button to clear the entry display. Parameter identification Entry display Clear button Backspace button Toggle button (to correct a value) 2. Enter the value. 3. Click OK to confirm the value. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 21: Exiting The Application

    Getting Started with Your Tunable Laser Source Exiting the Application Exiting the Application Closing any application that is not currently being used helps freeing system memory. To close the application from the main window: Click in the top right corner of the main window. Click the Exit button located at the bottom of the function bar.

  • Page 23: Setting Standard Parameters

    Setting Standard Parameters The standard parameters are set through the Instrument function tab. Tunable Laser Source...

  • Page 24: Switching Between Normal And High-Resolution (Hr) Modes

    HR mode will produce a 1.4 GHz FWHM linewith. The tuning range (or power at extreme wavelength) might be smaller in HR mode than in Normal mode. To select the operation mode: Move the switch located in the Mode panel of the Instrument function tab. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 25: Selecting The Display Unit

    Setting Standard Parameters Selecting the Display Unit Selecting the Display Unit It is possible to select the display unit with which you want to work. To select the display units, use the switch located in the Wl. Unit panel of the Instrument function tab.

  • Page 26: Selecting A Wavelength

    The output power stability and level will be the natural laser emission. To stop the power display from flashing and have the power regulation work again, set the wavelength at an interval where the displayed power can be reached, or decrease the power. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 27 Setting Standard Parameters Selecting a Wavelength Retrieving a Wavelength from a Stored List To select a wavelength from the list of wavelengths already saved in the internal memory: 1. In the Instrument function tab, use the arrow buttons next to the Wavelength panel’s Preset list and select the wavelength you want.

  • Page 28: Setting The Power

    Instrument function tab. Your source can either be in Normal Power mode (where the ALC is enabled), or in Max. Power mode (where the ALC is disabled). To change the Automatic Level Control status, click the Max Power button. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 29 Setting Standard Parameters Setting the Power Retrieving Power Step Value from a Stored List To select a power step value from the list of existing values: In the Instrument function tab, use the arrow buttons next to the Power (dBm) panel’s Step list to select the value you want. To add a wavelength to the list, see Adding Items to Lists on page 24.

  • Page 30: Adding Items To Lists

    Sweep Step (nm) panels, depending on where you want to add a value, type in the desired wavelength or step in the New Value box. 4. Click to add the value to the list. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to add more values if needed. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 31: Deleting Items From Lists

    Setting Standard Parameters Deleting Items from Lists Deleting Items from Lists You can delete items from the current Wavelength Presets, Wavelength Step, Power Step and Sweep Step lists. To delete items: 1. Click the Settings function tab. 2. Select the Lists tab. 3.

  • Page 32: Saving And Recalling Configurations

    Setting Standard Parameters Saving and Recalling Configurations Saving and Recalling Configurations Once you have set the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source parameters, you can save your custom configuration and recall it at any time. You can also recall the factory-defined settings.
  • Page 33 Setting Standard Parameters Saving and Recalling Configurations To recall a configuration: 1. Select the Configuration function tab. 2. Click Open. 3. Select the configuration file you wish to recall and confirm your action. You are returned to the application and the new parameters are set. To revert to factory settings: 1.

  • Page 35: Setting Sweep Parameters

    Setting Sweep Parameters Your Tunable Laser Source allows you to perform automatic wavelength scans according to user-defined parameters. You can perform a continuous sweep (the source will make one or several continuous passes), or you can perform a step-by-step sweep (the signal wavelength changes according to preset increments or steps).

  • Page 36: Setting A Delay For The Sweep

    You can now select the speed for the sweep by entering a value in the box (minimum of 10 nm/s and maximum of 50 nm/s). Note: You cannot edit the duration of the scan. It will be automatically calculated according to the speed and wavelength range. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 37 Setting Sweep Parameters Selecting the Sweep Mode Using the Stepped Mode To select the Stepped sweep mode, click the appropriate button in the Sweep tab of the Settings function tab. To add or delete steps from the lists, see Adding Items to Lists on page 24 and Deleting Items from Lists on page 25.

  • Page 38: Selecting The Incoming Trigger Option

    You can switch the incoming trigger option on or off by clicking Use Incoming Trigger for Synchronization in the Sweep tab of the Settings function tab. For more information about the trigger option on your Tunable Laser Source, see Trigger Option Theory on page 129. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 39: Setting The Cycle Options

    Setting Sweep Parameters Setting the Cycle Options Setting the Cycle Options The cycle options allow you to specify settings in both continuous and stepped sweep modes. You can set a specific number of cycles for the sweep to perform. To set the number of cycles: 1.

  • Page 40: Setting The Sweep Direction

    The sweep can be either unidirectional, meaning that it will only go in one direction, or bidirectional, sweeping back and forth. To set the direction of the sweep: Select the desired sweep direction by selecting the appropriate button in the Sweep tab of the Settings function tab. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 41: Operating Your Tunable Laser Source

    To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings: Always inspect fiber ends and make sure that they are clean as  explained below before inserting them into the port. EXFO is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling.
  • Page 42 If your connector features a screwsleeve, tighten the connector enough to firmly maintain the fiber in place. Do not overtighten, as this will damage the fiber and the port. Note: If your fiber-optic cable is not properly aligned and/or connected, you will notice heavy loss and reflection. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 43: Installing The Exfo Universal Interface (Eui)

    Operating your Tunable Laser Source Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) Installing the EXFO Universal Interface (EUI) The EUI fixed baseplate is available for connectors with angled (APC) or non-angled (UPC) polishing. A green border around the baseplate indicates that it is for APC-type connectors.

  • Page 44: Activating/Deactivating Light Emission

    Once the source is deactivated, the LED on the module front panel will turn off, the Status indicator will blink, then appear in dark red, and the arrows will disappear. MPORTANT To obtain optimum stability, a laser source should be allowed to warm up for 60 minutes. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 45: Starting A Sweep

    Operating your Tunable Laser Source Starting a Sweep Starting a Sweep After setting your sweep parameters as explained in Setting Sweep Parameters on page 29 and that your source is turned on, you are ready to start your sweep. To start the sweep, click the Start button in the Instrument function tab. To stop the sweep before it is completed, click Stop.

  • Page 47: Monitoring Your Tunable Laser Source

    Monitoring Your Tunable Laser Source When using your IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source module, either alone or with other modules in a test setup, you can view module data and status using its monitor window in IQS Manager. Using Monitor Windows Monitor windows display basic data about modules.
  • Page 48 3. Click Start Monitor to apply your selection. IQS Manager will display the selected monitor windows on the Monitors function tab. Note: To start the highlighted module’s corresponding application at the same time, click Start App. & Monitor. The application will appear in a different window. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 49 Monitoring Your Tunable Laser Source Using Monitor Windows Close monitor window Rearrange monitors in columns Close all Reposition monitor windows monitor windows Tunable Laser Source...

  • Page 50: Using Quicktools

    2. Using the arrow button in the upper left corner, select QuickTools. The corresponding monitor window flashes when QuickTools is activated. Note: If you want to open the actual application for your module rather than QuickTools, click Show Controller. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 51 Monitoring Your Tunable Laser Source Using QuickTools To close QuickTools: Click the Close button located at the top of the window. Click outside the QuickTools window. To close a monitor window: Click the button on the upper left of the monitor window and select Remove Monitor.

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    Maintenance To help ensure long, trouble-free operation: Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them and clean  them if necessary. Keep the unit free of dust.  Clean the unit casing and front panel with a cloth slightly dampened  with water.

  • Page 54: Cleaning Fixed Connectors

    4. With a dry lint-free wiping cloth, gently wipe the same surfaces three times with a rotating movement. 5. Throw out the wiping cloths after one use. 6. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 55 9. Continue to turn as you withdraw the cleaning tip. 10. Repeat steps 7 to 9, but this time with a dry cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip provided by EXFO). Note: Make sure you don’t touch the soft end of the cleaning tip and verify the cleanliness of the cotton tip.

  • Page 56: Cleaning Eui Connectors

    3. Slowly insert the cleaning tip into the EUI adapter until it comes out on the other side (a slow clockwise rotating movement may help). 4. Gently turn the cleaning tip one full turn, then continue to turn as you withdraw it. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 57 6c. With a dry lint-free wiping cloth, gently wipe the same surfaces to ensure that the connector and ferrule are perfectly dry. 6d. Verify connector surface with a portable fiber-optic microscope (for example, EXFO’s FOMS) or inspection probe (for example, EXFO’s FIP). ARNING Verifying the surface of the connector WHILE THE UNIT IS ACTIVE WILL result in permanent eye damage.

  • Page 58: Adjusting Your Unit According To Wavelength

    3. Select the Settings function tab. 4. Click the User Calibration tab. 5. Connect your IQS-2600B to a calibrated wavelength meter and enter the measured wavelength in the corresponding box. 6. Click Adjust. Your unit will verify if there is a difference between the value you have entered and its current wavelength position.
  • Page 59 Maintenance Adjusting Your Unit According to Wavelength The difference between the pre-selected wavelength and the measured wavelength cannot be greater than ± 0.200 nm. If the difference between the measured and preselected wavelengths is greater than ± 0.200 nm (for example, if you have entered the wrong value), an error message will be generated.

  • Page 60: Recalibrating The Unit

    You should determine the adequate calibration interval for your unit according to your accuracy requirements. Under normal use, EXFO recommends calibrating your unit every year. Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) For complete recycling/disposal information as per European Directive WEEE 2002/96/EC, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com/recycle.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Solving Common 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 Source appears unstable.

  • Page 62: Viewing Online Documentation

    Troubleshooting Viewing Online Documentation Viewing Online Documentation An online version of the IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source user guide is available at all times from the application. To access the online user guide: Click Help in the function bar. IQS-2600B...

  • Page 63: Contacting The Technical Support Group

    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.
  • Page 64 Select the Technical Support tab to view phone numbers and active  Internet links to EXFO’s Technical Support Group. Use these links to send an information request by e-mail or to access EXFO’s web site. Select the Module Information tab to view the module identification, ...

  • Page 65: Transportation

    Troubleshooting Transportation Transportation Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit. Transportation damage can occur from improper handling. The following steps are recommended to minimize the possibility of damage: Pack the unit in its original packing material when shipping. ...

  • Page 67: 10 Warranty

    SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Liability EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items to which the product is connected or the operation of any system of which the product may be a part.

  • Page 68: Exclusions

    Warranty Exclusions 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 69: Service And Repairs

    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 70: Exfo Service Centers Worldwide

    Warranty EXFO Service Centers Worldwide EXFO Service Centers Worldwide If your product requires servicing, contact your 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...

  • Page 71: A Technical Specifications

    The following 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. WAVELENGTH Range (nm) 1510 to 1612...
  • Page 72 3.4 kg (7.4 lb) Instruments Drivers LabVIEW™ drivers and SCPI commands Remote Control With FLS-2600B: GPIB (IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2) and RS-232. With IQS-500 or IQS-600: GPIB (IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2), Ethernet and RS-232. Standard Accessories User Guide, Certificate of Compliance and AC power cord IQS-2600B...
  • Page 73 Technical Specifications WAVELENGTH Range (nm) 1510 to 1612 Display resolution (pm) Effective spectral linewidth FWHM (GHz) 1.3 (typical) Repeatability (pm) 10 measurements ±2.5 ( = 5) Stability (pm) 1 hour ±6 ( = 12) Uncertainty (pm) ±15 Sweep rate (nm/s) Maximum Minimum Tuning time...
  • Page 74 3.4 kg (7.4 lb) Instruments Drivers LabVIEW™ drivers and SCPI commands Remote Control With FLS-2600B: GPIB (IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2) and RS-232. With IQS-500 or IQS-600: GPIB (IEEE-488.1, IEEE-488.2), Ethernet and RS-232. Standard Accessories User Guide, Certificate of Compliance and AC power cord IQS-2600B...

  • Page 75: B Scpi Command Reference

    SCPI Command Reference This appendix presents detailed information on the commands and queries supplied with your IQS-2600B Tunable Laser Source. MPORTANT Since the IQS controllers and expansion units can house many instruments, you must explicitly specify which instrument you want to remotely control.

  • Page 76: Quick Reference Command Tree

    <ReadoutValue> INITiate[1..n] [IMMediate] SOURce[1..n] POWer [STATe] <State> [STATe]? [LEVel] [IMMediate] [AMPLitude] <OutputPower[<wsp>DBM]>|MA Ximum|MINimum|DEFault [AMPLitude]? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] STATe <PowerState> STATe? WAVelength [CW] <Wavelength[<wsp>M|HZ]>|MA Ximum|MINimum|DEFault [CW]? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] MODE NORMal|HRESolution MODE? SWEep MODE CONTinuous|STEPped MODE? CYCLe <Cycle>|MAXimum|MINimum|DE Fault CYCLe? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] DIRection ONEWay|TWOWay DIRection? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 77 SCPI Command Reference Quick Reference Command Tree Command Parameter(s) REPeat CONTinuous|NCONtinuous REPeat? STARt <StartWavelength[<wsp>M|HZ]>| MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault STARt? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] STOP <StopWavelength[<wsp>M|HZ]>| MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault STOP? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] SPEed <Speed>|MAXimum|MINimum|D EFault SPEed? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] STATe <State> STATe? TIME? STEP [WIDTh] <StepWidth[<wsp>M|HZ]>|MAXi mum|MINimum|DEFault [WIDTh]? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] DWELl <DwellTime[<wsp>S]>|MAXimu m|MINimum|DEFault DWELl? [MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] TRIGger[1..n]...

  • Page 78: Product-Specific Commands-Description

    ABORt is an event and cannot be queried as there is no state associated with it. Syntax :ABORt[1..n] Parameter(s) None Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:REP NCON SOUR:WAV:SWE:DIR BOTH SOUR:WAV:SWE:CYCL 12 SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR 1523.45NM SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP 1600.45NM SOUR:WAV:SWE:SPE 25.56NM SOUR:WAV:SWE:MODE CONT TRIG SEQ:INP DISABLED INIT:IMM ABORT (abort sweep) See Also INITiate[1..n][:IMMediate] SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STATe? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STATe IQS-2600B...
  • Page 79 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :CALibration[1..n]:WAVelength Description This command introduces an offset to correct a wavelength deviation as measured by an external wavelength meter. INITiate[:IMMediate] is an event and cannot be queried as there is no state associated with it. Syntax :CALibration[1..n]:WAVelength<wsp><Readout Value>...
  • Page 80 - Wait for the power on operation to be complete. SOUR:WAV:CW 1560E-009 - Wait for one hour. - To recalibrate the complete wavelength range, EXFO recommends using 1560.000 nm as the reference. - In this example, the output wavelength measurement is taken. Supposing that the measurement wavelength is 1560.023, then:...
  • Page 81 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :INITiate[1..n][:IMMediate] Description This function starts the sweep program, which performs a sweep from a start wavelength to a stop wavelength, as specified in the sweep parameters. At *RST, a sweep in progress is aborted. Syntax :INITiate[1..n][:IMMediate] Parameter(s) None...
  • Page 82 OFF or 0, the power automatic leveling is not active (maximum power). Example(s) SOUR:POW:ALC ON Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. This command is for modules equipped with the PMF output only. See Also SOURce[1..n]:POWer:ALC[:STATe]? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 83 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:POWer:ALC[:STATe]? Description This query returns state of the power's Automatic Leveling Control (ALC). At *RST, the power ALC is active. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:POWer:ALC[:STATe]? Parameter(s) None Response Syntax <State> Response(s) State: The response data syntax for <State> is defined as a <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>...
  • Page 84 MINimum allows to set the instrument to the smallest supported value. MAXimum allows to set the instrument to the greatest supported value. DEFault allows the instrument to select a value for the <OutputPower> parameter. This parameter is the new source output power value in dBm. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 85 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:POWer[:LEVel] [:IMMediate][:AMPLitude] Example(s) SOUR:POW:LEV:IMM:AMPL -6.35 SOUR:POW -1.25 Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:POWer[:LEVel][:IMMediate][:AMP Litude]? Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 86 DATA> elements for this parameter are: MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault. MINimum is used to retrieve the instrument's smallest supported value. MAXimum is used to retrieve the instrument's greatest supported value. DEFault is used to retrieve the instrument's default value. Response Syntax <OutputPower> IQS-2600B...
  • Page 87 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:POWer[:LEVel] [:IMMediate][:AMPLitude]? Response(s) OutputPower: The response data syntax for <OutputPower> is defined as a <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. The <OutputPower> response is the current source output power value in dBm. Example(s) SOUR:POW:LEV:IMM:AMPL -6.35 SOUR:POW:LEV:IMM:AMPL? returns -6.350000E+000 SOUR:POW -.25 DBM SOUR:POW? returns -2.500000E-001...
  • Page 88 The <PowerState> special forms ON and OFF are accepted on input for increased readability. ON corresponds to 1 and OFF corresponds to 0. The <PowerState> parameter is the new power state of the source. Example(s) SOUR:POW:STAT OFF See Also SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATe? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 89 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATe? Description This query returns a value indicating the state of the optical source (on or off). At *RST, the power state is off. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:POWer:STATe? Parameter(s) None Response Syntax <PowerState> Response(s) PowerState: The response data syntax for <PowerState> is defined as a <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>...
  • Page 90 MAXimum allows to set the instrument to the greatest supported value. DEFault allows the instrument to select a value for the <Wavelength> parameter. The parameter represents the spectrum value in meters or in hertz. DEF = 1550 nm. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 91 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength[:CW] Example(s) SOUR:WAV 0.00000155 SOUR:WAV 1550NM SOUR:WAV MAX Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength[:CW]? Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 92 DEFault is used to retrieve the instrument's default value. Response Syntax <Wavelength> Response(s) Wavelength: The response data syntax for <Wavelength> is defined as a <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. A value representing the current wavelength in meters or in hertz. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 93 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength[:CW]? Example(s) SOUR:WAV? Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength[:CW] Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 94 The allowed <CHARACTER PROGRAM DATA> elements for this parameter are: NORMal|HRESolution. This parameter is the sources new resolution mode. NORMal sets the source to normal operation mode. HRESolution sets the source to high resolution operation mode. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:MODE HRES See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:MODE? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 95 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:MODE? Description This query returns the current source mode. At *RST, resolution mode is NORMal. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:MODE? Parameter(s) None Response Syntax <SourceMode> Response(s) SourceMode: The response data syntax for <SourceMode> is defined as a <CHARACTER RESPONSE DATA> element.
  • Page 96 DATA> elements for this parameter are: CONTinuous|STEPped. This parameter is a value representing the sweep mode: CONTinuous selects Continuous sweep mode. STEPped selects the Step-by-Step sweep mode. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:MODE CONT Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:MODE? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 97 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: MODE? Description This query returns the current sweep mode. At *RST, sweep mode is continuous. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:MODE? Parameter(s) None Response Syntax <SweepMode> Response(s) SweepMode: The response data syntax for <SweepMode> is defined as a <CHARACTER RESPONSE DATA> element.
  • Page 98 MAXimum allows to set the instrument to the greatest supported value. DEFault allows the instrument to select a value for the <Cycle> parameter. The <Cycle> parameter is the new number of cycles for the sweep program. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 99 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: CYCLe Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:REP NCON SOUR:WAV:SWE:CYCL 32 Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. To specify whether or not you want the sweep program to loop continuously, use the SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:REPeat command. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:REPeat SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:REPeat?
  • Page 100 DATA> elements for this parameter are: MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault. MINimum is used to retrieve the instrument's smallest supported value. MAXimum is used to retrieve the instrument's greatest supported value. DEFault is used to retrieve the instrument's default value. Response Syntax <Cycle> IQS-2600B...
  • Page 101 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: CYCLe? Response(s) Cycle: The response data syntax for <Cycle> is defined as a <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. The <Cycle> response is the current number of repetitions set for the sweep program. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:REP NCON SOUR:WAV:SWE:CYCL 32 SOUR:WAV:SWEP:CYCL? returns 32 cycles See Also...
  • Page 102 ONEWay, the sweep is performed in one direction, from start to stop. TWOWay, the sweep is performed in two directions, from start to stop to start. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:DIR BOTH Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:DIRection? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 103 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: DIRection? Description This query returns the direction of the sweep. If ONEWay is returned, the sweep is carried out from STARt to STOP . If TWOWay is returned, the sweep is carried out from STARt to STOP and from STOP to STARt.
  • Page 104 TWOWAY, the sweep is performed in two directions, from start to stop to start. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:DIR TWOW SOUR:WAV:SWE:DIR? returns TWOWAY (the sweep is performed in two directions, from start to stop to start) See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:DIRection IQS-2600B...
  • Page 105 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: REPeat Description This command is used to select the sweep looping mode. The module can perform the sweep continuously or execute the sweep according to the number of cycles specified. At *RST, the repeat mode depends on the number of cycles.
  • Page 106 The <Repeat> response is the current state of the sweeps repeat function: CONTinuous, the sweep is performed continuously. NCONtinuous, the sweep is performed according to the number of times specified by the sweep cycle value. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:REP CONT SOUR:WAV:SWE:REP? returns CONTINUOUS See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:REPeat SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:CYCLe IQS-2600B...
  • Page 107 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: STARt Description This command allows you to specify a start wavelength for the sweep. At *RST, the start wavelength is 1520 nm. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt<wsp ><StartWavelength[<wsp>M|HZ]>|MAXimum |MINimum|DEFault Parameter(s) StartWavelength: The program data syntax for <StartWavelength> is defined as a <numeric_value>...
  • Page 108 (meter or Hz). To select the current spectral units, use the UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum command. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR 0.00000155 (if current unit is meters) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR 1521.157NM SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR 192.000 THZ Notes This command cannot be performed during a sweep. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP? UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum IQS-2600B...
  • Page 109 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: STARt? Description This query returns the current sweep start wavelength setting. At *RST, the start wavelength is 1520 nm. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt?[<ws p>MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] Parameter(s) Parameter 1: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as a <CHARACTER PROGRAM DATA>...
  • Page 110 This value is returned in meters or in Hz, depending on the selected unit. To select the unit, use the UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum command. Example(s) UNIT:SPEC M SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR 192.000 THZ SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR? returns 1.561419E-006 See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum IQS-2600B...
  • Page 111 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP Description This command allows you to specify a sweep stop wavelength setting. At *RST, the stop wavelength is 1570 nm. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP<wsp ><StopWavelength[<wsp>M|HZ]>|MAXimum |MINimum|DEFault Parameter(s) StopWavelength: The program data syntax for <StopWavelength> is defined as a <numeric_value> element followed by an optional <SUFFIX PROGRAM DATA>...
  • Page 112 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP 0.00000155 (if current unit is meter) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP 1521.157NM SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP 192.000 THZ Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt? UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum IQS-2600B...
  • Page 113 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: STOP? Description This query returns the current sweep stop wavelength setting. At *RST, the stop wavelength is 1570 nm. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP?[<ws p>MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault] Parameter(s) Parameter 1: The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as a <CHARACTER PROGRAM DATA>...
  • Page 114 This value is returned in meters or in Hz, depending on the selected unit. To select the unit, use the UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum command. Example(s) UNIT:SPEC M SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP 192.000 THZ SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP? returns 1.561419E-006 See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum IQS-2600B...
  • Page 115 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: SPEed Description This command allows you to select the sweep speed for continuous mode. At *RST, the sweep speed is 15 nm/s. Syntax :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:SPEed<wsp ><Speed>|MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault Parameter(s) Speed: The program data syntax for <Speed> is defined as a <numeric_value>...
  • Page 116 DATA> elements for this parameter are: MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault. MINimum is used to retrieve the instrument's smallest supported value. MAXimum is used to retrieve the instrument's greatest supported value. DEFault is used to retrieve the instrument's default value. Response Syntax <Speed> IQS-2600B...
  • Page 117 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: SPEed? Response(s) Speed: The response data syntax for <Speed> is defined as a <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. The <Speed> response indicates the current optical wavelength displacement speed in meters/s. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:SPE 35.455E-9 SOUR:WAV:SWE:SPE? returns 3.545500E-008 See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:SPEed Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 118 <Boolean Program Data> element. The <State> special forms ON and OFF are accepted on input for increased readability. ON corresponds to 1 and OFF corresponds to 0. The <State> parameter is a value representing the state of the sweep program. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 119 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: STATe Example(s) UNIT:SPEC M SOUR:WAV:SWE:REP CONT SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAR 0.000001550 SOUR:WAV:SWE:STOP 0.00000160045 SOUR:WAV:SWE:SPE 12.65e-9 SOUR:WAV:SWE:MODE CONTINUOUS SOUR:WAV:SWE:DIR BOTH TRIG:SEQ:INP DISABLED SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAT ON See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STATe? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:MODE? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:CYCLe? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:DIRection? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:REPeat? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STARt? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STOP? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:SPEed? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:TIME? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STEP[:WIDTh SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:DWELl? Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 120 State: The response data syntax for <State> is defined as a <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. The <State> response indicates the current sweep state. 1, the sweep is running 0, the sweep has stopped. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STAT? See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STATe IQS-2600B...
  • Page 121 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: TIME? Description This query returns the continuous sweep duration. This duration represents the time required to reach the stop point from start point at a specified speed. At *RST, the value is a function of the start point, the stop point and the sweep speed.
  • Page 122 MAXimum allows to set the instrument to the greatest supported value. DEFault allows the instrument to select a value for the <StepWidth> parameter. The <StepWidth> parameter is the new step width, in meters, for the sweep program in Step-by-Step mode. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 123 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: STEP[:WIDTh] Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STEP 0.00000001 SOUR:WAV:SWE:STEP 1.6NM Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STEP[:WIDTh SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:MODE Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 124 DATA> elements for this parameter are: MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault. MINimum is used to retrieve the instrument's smallest supported value. MAXimum is used to retrieve the instrument's greatest supported value. DEFault is used to retrieve the instrument's default value. Response Syntax <StepWidth> IQS-2600B...
  • Page 125 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: STEP[:WIDTh]? Response(s) StepWidth: The response data syntax for <StepWidth> is defined as a <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. The <StepWidth> response indicates the step width for the sweep program in meters. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:STEP 10 nm SOUR:WAV:SWE:STEP? returns 1.000000E-008 (in meters) See Also...
  • Page 126 MAXimum allows to set the instrument to the greatest supported value. DEFault allows the instrument to select a value for the <DwellTime> parameter. This parameter is the duration of the pause between the steps in seconds. IQS-2600B...
  • Page 127 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: DWELl Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:DWEL 550MS Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:DWELl? Tunable Laser Source...
  • Page 128 DATA> elements for this parameter are: MAXimum|MINimum|DEFault. MINimum is used to retrieve the instrument's smallest supported value. MAXimum is used to retrieve the instrument's greatest supported value. DEFault is used to retrieve the instrument's default value. Response Syntax <DwellTime> IQS-2600B...
  • Page 129 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep: DWELl? Response(s) DwellTime: The response data syntax for <DwellTime> is defined as a <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> element. The <DwellTime> response is the current time spent between each step in seconds. Example(s) SOUR:WAV:SWE:DWEL 550MS SOUR:WAV:SWE:DWEL? returns 5.500000E-001 See Also SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:DWELl...
  • Page 130 This parameter corrresponds to the the desired state for the input trigger. DISabled, trigger operation is disabled. SSWeep, trigger operation is enabled. Example(s) TRIG:SEQ:INP SSW Notes This function cannot be performed while the module is sweeping. See Also TRIGger[1..n][:SEQuence]:INPut? SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:MODE SOURce[1..n]:WAVelength:SWEep:STATe IQS-2600B...
  • Page 131 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :TRIGger[1..n][:SEQuence]:INPut? Description This query returns the current state for the input trigger. At *RST, the trigger is disabled. Syntax :TRIGger[1..n][:SEQuence]:INPut? Parameter(s) None Response Syntax <TriggerMode> Response(s) TriggerMode: The response data syntax for <TriggerMode> is defined as a <CHARACTER RESPONSE DATA> element.
  • Page 132 The program data syntax for the first parameter is defined as a <SUFFIX PROGRAM DATA> element. The allowed <SUFFIX PROGRAM DATA> elements are: M|HZ. The <Unit> parameter corresponds to the desired spectral unit. Example(s) UNIT:SPEC M See Also UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum? IQS-2600B...
  • Page 133 SCPI Command Reference Product-Specific Commands—Description :UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum? Description This query returns the current spectrum unit At *RST, the spectrum unit is set to meters. Syntax :UNIT[1..n]:SPECtrum? Parameter(s) None Response Syntax <SpectralUnit> Response(s) SpectralUnit: The response data syntax for <SpectralUnit> is defined as a <SUFFIX RESPONSE DATA> element.

  • Page 135: C Trigger Option Theory

    Trigger Option Theory Your Tunable Laser Source 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 (Continuous mode) or step (Stepped mode) the system performs during the sweep.

  • Page 136: Trigger Option In Stepped Mode

    (b) second sweep trigger (c) trig received during the second sweep; kept in memory and will trigger the third sweep (d) trig received during the third sweep kept in memory and will trigger the fourth sweep (e) lost trig IQS-2600B...

  • Page 137: Index

    58, 63 adjusting module by wavelength ....52 cycles ............33 after-sales service ........57 application contacting EXFO support from ....58 delay, sweep..........30 exiting ........... 15 deleting items from current lists....25 starting, single-module......11 direct power selection........
  • Page 138 ............ 4 opening ..........42 conventions ..........4 monitoring modules........41 warning ........... 4 mounting EUI connector adapter ....37 saving a setup configuration ....... 29 saving configuration........26 Normal mode ..........18 number of cycles per sweep ......33 IQS-2600B...
  • Page 139 ......52 speed of sweep........30 using the slider ..........23 sweep delay........... 30 wavelength display unit......19 setup configuration........29 shipping to EXFO ........63 warranty slider ............23 certification..........62 slot number..........13 exclusions ..........62 software.
  • Page 140 CHINESE REGULATION ON RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES NAMES AND CONTENTS OF THE TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OR ELEMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS EXFO PRODUCT EXFO 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...
  • Page 141 MARKING REQUIREMENTS Product Environmental protection use period (years) Logo This Exfo product EXFO Battery If applicable.
  • Page 142 East, Dongcheng District EXFO SERVICE ASSURANCE 270 Billerica Road Chelmsford MA, 01824 USA Tel.: 1 978 367-5600 · Fax: 1 978 367-5700 TOLL-FREE (USA and Canada) 1 800 663-3936 © 2011 EXFO Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada (2011-11) ...

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