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  • Page 1 LASER   1100 SERIES Tunable Laser Source PXIE USER MANUAL                   quantifiphotonics.com...
  • Page 2 Information provided by Quantifi Photonics is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by Quantifi Photonics 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 Quantifi Photonics.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    7.3  Select a module to work with 7.4  Set values 7.5  SET values and ACTUAL values 7.6  Manage CohesionUI settings 7.7  Synchronize and reinitialize CohesionUI 7.8  SCPI CohesionUI Command Console 3 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 4 9.5  Command summary 9.5.1  Common commands 9.5.2  Slot commands 9.5.3  Configuration commands 9.6  Command descriptions 9.6.1  Common commands 9.6.2  Slot commands 9.6.3  Configuration Commands 4 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 5 14.1  Contacting the Technical Support Group 14.2  Transportation 15  Warranty Information 15.1  General information 15.2  Liability 15.3  Exclusions 15.4  Certification 15.5  Service and repairs 5 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 6: What's In This User Manual

    Controlling your LASER with CohesionUI SCPI commands: Controlling your LASER with SCPI commands Programming examples and applications Managing your LASER Cohesion Manager Cohesion Firmware Updater   6 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 7: Conventions

    Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or component damage. Do not proceed unless the required conditions are met and understood. NOTE Indicates relevant information that requires your attention. 7 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Do not install or terminate fibers while the light source is active. Turn the Quantifi Photonics product OFF before inspecting the end face(s) of the product, or any optical patch cords connected to it. Never look directly into a live fiber; ensure that your eyes are protected at all times.

  • Page 9: Electrostatic Discharge Precautions

    Store the unused product in the original protective electrostatic packaging that it was shipped in. Use a wrist strap and grounding table mat when unpacking or handling the product. 9 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 10: Introducing The Laser 1100 Series

    4  Introducing the LASER 1100 Series The Laser 1100 Series is a Continuous Wave (CW) laser source offering high power 850 nm output into multimode fiber with stable output power operation. The Laser 1100 Series will either be a single, or double slot configuration.

  • Page 11: Hardware Description

    PXIe headers Channel 2 laser output port Module information Channel 3 laser output port IEC laser hazard warning Channel 4 laser output port     11 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 12: Status Leds

    During startup: Indicates the initialization of the LASER module. flashing red After startup, if flashing persists for more than 15 seconds: Indicates an error. 12 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 13: Setting Up Hardware

    Ensure that the chassis being used supports PXIe (or contains PXI-hybrid compatible slots). If you are unsure if your chassis is compatible with your Quantifi Photonics product, please contact Quantifi Photonics Customer Support. Make sure to follow these instructions when installing or removing a Quantifi Photonics module from a PXIe chassis. CAUTION The product is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD).

  • Page 14: Install The Module In A Pxie Chassis

    Push module into slot until you feel Engage the fastening clip. Secure all Power the chassis ON. resistance from the backplane connection. fastening screws.   14 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 15: Uninstall The Module From A Pxie Chassis

    Use the fastening clip to pull. Do NOT pull on the connectors.         Store the module in its antistatic bag. Power ON the chassis.   15 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 16: Installing Software

    6  Installing software The Cohesion Installer software package enables communication between the PXIe controller and Quantifi Photonics modules installed in a chassis. The Cohesion Installer contains all required drivers and software: CohesionDriver Driver Service for Quantifi Photonics PXIe modules CohesionSCPI...

  • Page 17: Install The Cohesion Installer Software Package

     1. We recommended that you save your work and close open programs before installing Cohesion Installer.  2. Locate and run CohesionInstaller-<version_number>.exe from the provided USB media device (or download it from the Quantifi Photonics website) and follow the on-screen installation prompts.
  • Page 18  7. On startup after rebooting the system a User Account Control prompt might be displayed. Click Yes to allow running of the Cohesion Firmware Updater Utility and proceed with the application. 18 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 19: Cohesion Manager

    VXI11 compliant SCPI interface for TCP communication with the installed Quantifi Photonics modules CohesionUI optional web service providing a graphical interface for simplified operation of installed Quantifi Photonics modules To open Cohesion Manager: Search for Cohesion Manager in the Windows Start Menu.

  • Page 20: Cohesion Firmware Updater

    Cohesion Manager application. It is a single-window summary application that enables you to:   view the current firmware status of all Quantifi Photonics PXIe modules installed in the chassis.   update firmware to a new version if available.

  • Page 21: Cohesionui - Overview

    7  CohesionUI - Overview CohesionUI is a web-based graphical interface that you can use to work with your Quantifi Photonics products. CohesionUI is part of the Cohesion Installer software package. For details on Cohesion Installer, refer Installing software.  1. HOME: View all modules in the chassis  2.

  • Page 22: Access A Module With Cohesionui

    7.1  Access a module with CohesionUI You can access Quantifi Photonics modules via CohesionUI from the chassis controller, or from a controller PC . To connect with a module, you need the IP address of the chassis the module is installed in.

  • Page 23: Display Modules In A Chassis

    7.2  Display modules in a chassis The HOME page is the main landing page in CohesionUI; it displays all available Quantifi Photonics modules in the PXIe chassis.  1. Numbers indicate the slots the modules are installed in.  2. You can hide (default setting) or show empty slots in the PXIe chassis by toggling the EMPTY SLOTS button.

  • Page 24: Select A Module To Work With

     1. Go to the HOME page.  2. Click the on the module.    3. Or, hover over the MODULES menu and select a module or channel from the list. 24 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 25: Set Values

    To set a pre-defined value, for example MIN, MAX or DEF:  4. Click on a parameter and select a value from the dropdown menu.  5. Confirm the value. 25 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 26: Set Values And Actual Values

    : The actual value of the parameter as queried by the product.   SET: The intended value of a given parameter as set by the user. For details on how to set values, refer values. 26 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 27: Manage Cohesionui Settings

    Please note that the units displayed on this page are not always relevant for each product.  3. Step size refers to the amount by which a value is increased or decreased when clicking the + or - button. 27 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 28 To adjust unit preferences one at a time:  1. Hover over SETTINGS.  2. Select a unit from the dropdown, for example the power unit. 28 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 29: Synchronize And Reinitialize Cohesionui

    7.7  Synchronize and reinitialize CohesionUI You can update CohesionUI with the latest information from your Quantifi Photonics modules by synchronizing or reinitializing. Synchronizing Updates CohesionUI with the latest information from the CohesionSCPI service Reinitializing Updates CohesionUI and the CohesionSCPI service with the latest information from the CohesionDriver service This can be particularly useful when operating a multi-chassis MXI setup and enables you to:  ...
  • Page 30 To reinitialize CohesionUI across all modules in all chassis:  1. Click SETTINGS.  2. Click RE-INIT.  3. All modules will be disabled and temporarily disconnected while reinitializing. 30 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 31: Scpi Cohesionui Command Console

    7.8  SCPI CohesionUI Command Console The CohesionUI SCPI Command Console enables you to communicate with Quantifi Photonics PXIe modules via SCPI commands. It enables you to test commands and verify their syntax. For details on available SCPI commands, refer to the programming guide in this manual.
  • Page 32 Clear the response buffer and start fresh – *CLS useful when getting out of sync with   WRITE and READ actions 32 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 33  8. The instrument returns the error code, for example 32. For details on error codes, please refer to the *ESR? command in the programming guide. 33 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 34: View System Information

    To view module information when working with a module in CohesionUI:  1. Model number, serial number and firmware versions are displayed in the top right corner. 34 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 35: Controlling Your Laser With Cohesionui

    8  Controlling your LASER with CohesionUI You can use Quantifi Photonics' graphical user interface CohesionUI to work with your LASER module. For details on how to get started with CohesionUI, refer to CohesionUI - Overview. In CohesionUI you can:   Set channel parameter values.

  • Page 36: Toggling The Laser On/Off

    After toggling the STATE button from OFF to ON, the Laser product will take up to 30 seconds to stabilise its power and frequency. CohesionUI will be unresponsive during this time. 36 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 37: Controlling Your Laser With Scpi Commands

    [VALUE1] or [VALUE2] can be used, but not both. Some commands may have more than two choices available. This parameter can be omitted where the command has a default defined in the command description. 37 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 38: Index Addressing Of Modules (Slot, Source) And Units (Channel)

    Unless specified, all output response data is transmitted in ASCII format. 9.3  Status and event registers 9.3.1  Standard Event Status Register The Standard Event Status Register (SESR) is modified by the Quantifi Photonics product with the results of the command operations. Description 7 (MSB), 6...

  • Page 39: Status Byte Register

    The Event Status Bit (ESB) is set from the SESR and the SESR Mask Message Available (MAV) is set when there is data in the output queue 3, 2, 1, 0 (LSB) Not used 39 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 40: Status And Event Registers Diagram

    9.3.5  Status and event registers diagram 40 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 41: Pxie Multi Chassis Mode Operation

    In the example shown below, there are two chassis connected via the PXIe-8384 to PXIe-8381 connection. Chassis #2 has the controller running CohesionSCPI service, and Chassis #3 is the ‘extended’ chassis. 41 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 42: Scpi Multi Chassis Commands

    :SYSTEM:CHASSIS SINGLE In Multi chassis mode, all commands listed in the command summary section will still work, but they must be prefixed with :CHASSIS<c>. 42 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 43 Common command example: Single Chassis :SLOT2:IDN? Mode Multi Chassis :CHASSIS1:SLOT2:IDN? Mode Specific command example: Single Chassis :SOUR2:CHAN2:POW? MAX Mode Multi Chassis :CHASSIS1:SOUR2:CHAN2:POW? MAX Mode 43 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 44: Command Summary

    Query the Operation Complete Status of the module >> :OPTions? Query the modules managed by the CohesionSCPI service >> :IDN? Query the slot identification 44 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 45: Configuration Commands

    >> :WAVelength Set the laser wavelength >> :FREQuency? Query the laser frequency >> :FREQuency Set the laser frequency >> :TEMPerature? Query the laser temperature 45 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 46: Command Descriptions

    Query the modules managed by the CohesionSCPI service   Parameters   Response Comma separated string of the installed modules in the chassis   Example *OPT? -> ,LASER-2001-1-FA-PXIE,SWITCH-1003-1-FC-PXIE,,VOA-1001-2-FA-PXIE,,,,O2E-1001-1- FC-PXIE,,,,,,,,, 46 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 47 Execution Error – SCPI was unable to execute the given command.   Command Error – SCPI was unable to parse the given command, likely due to an incorrect command. 47 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 48: Slot Commands

    A comma-separated string containing "<manufacturer>,<model name>,<serial number>,<hardware   version><firmware version>". Note that the hardware and firmware versions are not comma separated. Example :SLOT1:IDN? -> Quantifi Photonics,LaserPXIe-1002-2-FA,QuantifiPhotonics-192001,HW1.0FW1.021,QP- 000000,HW0.00.01FW0.00.01 48 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 49: Configuration Commands

    Set the optical output state of the laser   Parameters ON: Enable the laser output   OFF: Disable the laser output   Response   Example   :OUTP1:CHAN1:STATE ON 49 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 50   Response A single value, or a comma-separated array of values   Example :SOUR1:CHAN1:WAV? -> 1.550116e-06 :SOUR1:CHAN1:WAV? MAX -> 1.568773e-06 :SOUR1:CHAN1:WAV? ALL -> 1.527605e-06,1.568773e-06,1.548928e-06,1.550000e-06,1.550116e-06 50 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 51 <value>: A valid numerical value which is in the range between the MIN and MAX frequency values   Response   Example   :SOUR1:CHAN1:FREQ 1.92e+14 51 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...
  • Page 52 Summary >> :SOURce<n>:CHANnel<m>:TEMPerature? Syntax :SOURce<n>:CHANnel<m>:TEMPerature? >> Description Query the laser temperature   Parameters   Response Temperature in Celsius   Example   :SOUR1:CHAN1:TEMP? -> 49.99000168 52 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 53: Programming Examples

    After setting the Laser STATE to ON, allow 30 seconds for the laser power and frequency to stabilize and reach the set point. Any POWER or FREQUENCY (WAVELENGTH) queries during this time may return incorrect information. 53 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 54: Programming Examples And Applications

    In NI-MAX a RIO interface will show up, however there are no communication methods available or implemented on this interface. Quantifi Photonics products are ONLY accessible through the VISA TCPIP INSTR interface provided by the CohesionSCPI service installed on the system.

  • Page 55: Setting Up Ni-Max Application

     3. Select Manual Entry of LAN Instrument. Enter in the Hostname or IP Address. Note when operating locally, enter in the localhost IP address of 127.0.0.1. Click Finish to end the setup process. 55 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 56: Setting Up Ni-Visa Application

     2. On the right-hand side panel, select Open VISA Test Panel. A new window will popup. Click the Input / Output button from the window menu. Valid chassis and module commands can be entered in, and their returns queried 56 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 57: Python® 2.7 Code Example

    10.3  Python® 2.7 code example The following example shows how to communicate with the Quantifi Photonics product using Python code. # You can get VXI11 from pip: # pip install python-vxi11==0.9 import vxi11 from vxi11.vxi11 import Vxi11Exception # replace this with the IP of your device ip = "127.0.0.1"...

  • Page 58: Matlab® Code Example

    10.4  MATLAB® code example To communicate with the Quantifi Photonics product in MATLAB® the installation of a VISA IO driver is required. These drivers enable the creation of the Interface Object for instrument communication. If developing locally on the PXIe Platform, then these will already be installed. However, if development is on a remotely connected system the VISA Libraries, e.g.

  • Page 59: Working With Optical Fibers

    Always inspect fiber end faces for cleanliness using a fiber inspection probe before inserting them into a port.. If required, clean fibers and faces as detailed below. Quantifi Photonics is not responsible for damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling. NOTE To avoid damaging ferrules or fiber faces due to mismatched connectors, always check ports and connector type information before inserting a connector.
  • Page 60 NOTE Failing to align and/or connect fiber-optic cables properly will result in significant signal loss and reflection. 60 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 61: System Requirements

    Quantifi Photonics MATRIQ / EPIQ instruments Google Chrome™ Supported browsers for working with CohesionUI Microsoft Edge® Recommended client computer operating system Microsoft Windows® 10 (64-bit)   61 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    All Quantifi Photonics products are calibrated during manufacture, and each product is shipped to the customer with a Calibration Certificate. On this certificate, the calibration date, as well as the next calibration due date are mentioned.

  • Page 63: Technical Support

      Avoid high humidity or large temperature fluctuations.   Keep the product out of direct sunlight.   Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations. 63 / 66 Quantifi Photonics | LASER 1100 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 2.00...

  • Page 64: Warranty Information

    Quantifi Photonics shall not be liable for damages resulting from improper usage, transportation or unauthorized modification of the product, its accompanying accessories and software. The external power supply that has been supplied by Quantifi Photonics with the unit can only be used with that unit, do not use it with any other product.

  • Page 65: Certification

    Quantifi Photonics. 15.4  Certification Quantifi Photonics certifies that this equipment met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. 15.5  Service and repairs To send any equipment for service, repair or calibration please contact the Technical Support Group: support@quantifiphotonics.com.
  • Page 66 Measure. Solve.   Quantifi Photonics is transforming the world of photonics test and measurement. Our portfolio of optical and electrical test instruments is rapidly expanding to meet the needs of engineers and scientists around the globe. From enabling ground- breaking experiments to driving highly efficient production testing, you'll find us working with customers to solve complex problems with optimal solutions.

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