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  • Page 1   1000 Series Optical Spectrum Analyzer 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

    7.5  SET values and ACTUAL values 7.6  Manage CohesionUI settings 7.7  Synchronize and reinitialize CohesionUI 7.8  SCPI CohesionUI Command Console 7.9  View system information 3 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 4 9.4.1  NI-MAX application Multi Chassis mode 9.4.2  SCPI Multi Chassis commands 9.5  Command summary 9.5.1  Common commands 9.5.2  Slot commands 9.5.3  Configuration commands 9.6  Command descriptions 4 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 6: What's In This User Manual

    Controlling your OSA with CohesionUI SCPI commands: Controlling your OSA with SCPI commands Programming examples and applications Maintenance Cohesion Manager Cohesion Firmware Updater   6 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 10: Introducing The Osa 1000 Series

    4  Introducing the OSA 1000 Series The OSA 1000 Series enables cost-effective spectral test and measurement in a compact form factor. The OSA is grating-based and is designed for efficient, space saving performance where space and time are critical. It is an excellent fit for fully automated production testing of optical sources, amplifiers, transceivers, and passive optical components.

  • Page 11: Hardware Description

    4.1  Hardware description Fastening screws Fastening clip Optical input OSA PXIe module information Status LEDs PXIe headers Optical connector information     11 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 12: Status Leds

    4.2  Status LEDs The LED shows the status of the channel: Meaning Product is powered OFF Product is powered ON solid GREEN 12 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 13: Setting Up Hardware

    Quantifi Photonicsmodules are designed for easy installation in a PXIe-compatible chassis. Make sure to follow these instructions when installing or removing a Quantifi Photonics module from a PXIe chassis. 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.

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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.  1. HOME: View all modules in the chassis  2. MODULES: Access a module  3.

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 25: Set Values

     4. Click on a parameter and select a value from the dropdown menu.  5. Confirm the value. For details on how to change the step size, refer to Manage CohesionUI settings. 25 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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. 26 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 SCPI command section.
  • Page 32 Clear the response buffer and start fresh – *CLS useful when getting out of sync with   WRITE and READ actions 32 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • 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 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 35: Controlling Your Osa With Cohesionui

    8  Controlling your OSA with CohesionUI You can use Quantifi Photonics' graphical user interface CohesionUI to work with your OSA module. For details on how to get started with CohesionUI, refer to CohesionUI - Overview. In CohesionUI you can control:  1. OSA sweep settings  2.

  • Page 36: Osa Sweep Settings

    After setting the START and STOP frequency / wavelength values and the number of sweep POINTS, clicking APPLY will save the parameter values into memory and update the sweep settings of the OSA. 36 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 37 This second panel has two draggable bars at either end of the frequency / wavelength span, which can be moved to zoom the main trace view to a specific range. Zooming does not change the actual START and STOP frequency / wavelength sweep values; it only changes the displayed trace. 37 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 38 The MIN and MAX values are limited by the START and STOP values that were set in the SWEEP settings. The OSA cannot zoom the display to a value outside the START / STOP range. 38 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 39: Osa Analysis Settings

    If MASK AREA (GHz) = NOISE AREA (GHz), the OSA will use the entire NOISE AREA (GHz) for noise calculations. If set MASK AREA (GHz) > NOISE AREA (GHz), the OSA will decrease the MASK AREA (GHz) to equal the NOISE AREA (GHz). 39 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 40 Channel power at SIGNAL RBW (nm). CHANNEL LEVEL (dBm) = LEVEL (dBm) – NOISE (dBm/NBW) SNR (dB) Optical signal to noise ratio SNR=CHANNEL LEVEL (dBm)-NOISE (dBm/NBW) 40 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
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  • Page 42 Apply the parameters by toggling the ENABLE/DISABLE button to ENABLE.   Detected peaks will be highlighted in the trace, measurements will be displayed in the table below the trace. 42 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 43: Smsr

    HIGHEST ADJACENT PEAK and HIGHEST PEAKS ON EITHER SIDE OF MASK methods. After all parameters have been set, toggle the ENABLE / DISABLE button to apply the changes. 43 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 44 In the example below, the mask has been set to be 400 GHz either side of the primary peak at approximately 193.415 THz (as shown in the CENTER FREQUENCY). The NOISE THRESHOLD has also been moved down to -60 dBm, to facilitate valid peak detection. 44 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 45 In the example below, the laser has a secondary peak within the primary mode, at approximately 193.362 THz. This could be a valid side mode that exists very close to the primary mode but could have been missed with a masking method. 45 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 46 In the example below, it detects and calculates the SMSR between the primary peak and the two detected peaks at approximately 193.109 THz and 193.719 THz. 46 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 47 A non-symmetric mask can also be applied with this SMSR method, to facilitate SMSR calculation between other side modes. In the example below, the SMSR is calculated between the peaks at approximately 193.109 THz and 194.030 THz. 47 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 48 This detection mode for SMSR calculation will find the primary peak of highest power. It will then detect the highest peaks on either side of this primary peak that are also above the set NOISE THRESHOLD. 48 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 49: Spectral Width

    To calculate the SPECTRAL WIDTH, toggle the ENABLE / DISABLE button. 49 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 50: Find Peaks

    If the THRESHOLD is set close to the noise floor of the OSA, more peaks will be detected and displayed. To calculate and display the peaks, toggle the ENABLE / DISABLE button. 50 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 51: Controlling Your Osa 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. 51 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 53 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 54: Status And Event Registers Diagram

    9.3.5  Status and event registers diagram 54 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 55: 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. 55 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 56: 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>. 56 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 57 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 57 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 58: Command Summary

    >> :OPTions? Query the modules managed by the CohesionSCPI service >> :IDN? Query the slot identification   :CHANnel<m> >> :TEMPerature? Query the module temperature 58 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 59: Configuration Commands

    Query the SMSR measurement of a sweep >> :SWTHresh? Query the Spectral Width of a peak in a sweep :MARKer<m>   >> :MSEarch? Query the peak locations of a sweep 59 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 60: Command Descriptions

    NOTE: Any commands sent to the module when *OPC? is NOT equal 1, may not execute or return an error.   Example *OPC? -> 1 60 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 61 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. 61 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 62: Slot Commands

      Parameters   Response A comma separated array, or a single integer value based on the arguments given   Example :SLOT2:OPT? -> 1,1,,   62 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 63 ALL: Returns all the above values in a comma separated string   Response A single value, or a comma-separated array of values   Example   :SLOT1:CHAN1:TEMP? ALL -> 5.0,60.0,17.1 63 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 64: Configuration Commands

    REPeat: Sets the sweep mode to a REPEAT sweep   SINGLe: Sets the sweep mode to a SINGLE sweep   Response   Example   :INIT1:CHAN1:SMOD REP 64 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 65 SET: Returns the set stop wavelength value (default units of nm) Response A single value, or a comma-separated array of values   Example   :SENS1:CHANnel1:WAV:STOP? SET -> 1600.002444 65 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 66 MAX: Sets the start frequency to the maximum frequency value   DEF: Sets the start frequency to the default frequency value Response   Example   :SENS1:CHAN1:FREQ:STAR 186000 66 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 67 MAX: Sets the stop frequency to the maximum frequency value   DEF: Sets the stop frequency to the default frequency value Response   Example   :SENS1:CHAN1:FREQ:STOP 191000 67 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 68 :SENS1:CHAN1:SWE:WAV? -> 1520.006784, 1600.002444, 10, -67.304688,-67.007813,-67.910156,-68.132813,-67.324219, -66.691406,-67.230469, -67.277344,-67.230469,-67.265625 :SENSE12:CHAN2:SWEEP:WAV? X -> 10,1522.051816,1530.335876,1538.710604,1547.177498,1555.738087,1564.393935,1573.146642, 1581.997841,1590.949205,1600.002444'In :SENSE12:CHAN2:SWEEP:WAV? Y -> 10,-62.019531,-52.089844,-50.312500,-55.757813,-51.796875,-47.878906,-48.628906, -55.117188,-45.941406,-44.242188 :SENSE12:CHAN2:SWEEP:WAV? FULL -> 10,X,1522.051816,1530.335876,1538.710604,1547.177498,1555.738087, 1564.393935,1573.146642,1581.997841,1590.949205,1600.002444,Y,-62.019531,-52.089844, -50.312500,-55.757813,-51.796875,-47.878906,-48.628906,-55.117188,-45.941406,-44.242188' 68 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 69 SET: Returns the number of sweep points to the user defined value Response A single value, or a comma-separated array of values   Example :SENS1:CHAN1:SWE:POIN? -> 1000   69 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 70 <channel power> in units of dBm <noise power per NBW> in units of dBm/NBW <SNR> in units of dB Example :CALC2:CAT1:OSNR? -30,0.5,0,0,0,0 -> 1,193542.578125,-12.710617,-66.198472,-12.710636,-66.198472,53.487855 70 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 71 A comma separated string containing the <peaks>,<center freq GHz>,<suppression ratio dB>,<delta freq GHz> Example :CALC1:CAT1:SMSR? 1,0,0,-50 -> 1,193409.171875,50.379475,-304.25 :CALC1:CAT1:SMSR? 2,-50 -> 1,193409.171875,50.379475,-304.25 :CALC1:CAT1:SMSR? 3,0,0,-50 -> 1,193409.171875,50.379475,-304.25 2,193409.171875,52.401028,303.875 :CALC1:CAT1:SMSR? 4,-50 -> 1,193409.171875,50.379475,-304.25 2,193409.171875,52.401028,303.875 71 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...
  • Page 72 <peak frequency locations> a comma separated string of all peaks above the specified power threshold in ascending value order. <peak powers> a comma separated string of each recorded peak’s corresponding optical power in units of dBm. Example :CALC2:MARK1:MSE? -58 -> 3,185641.921875,185648.765625,193542.796875,-57.020798,-56.928300,-11.050784 72 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 73: Programming Examples

    9.7  Programming examples The following is a simple example of how to control the OSA 1000 Series using SCPI commands. See the previous section for specific details and extra parameters that the listed commands accept. We recommend that you use the *ESR? query after every command that is sent to the device. This enables you to debug unreceived or incorrect commands sent to the product.

  • Page 74: 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. 74 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 75: Setting Up Ni-Max Application

    10.1  Setting up NI-MAX application To communicate with any Quantifi Photonics product, the chassis / benchtop product must first be setup as a TCP/IP instrument.  1. After installing NI-MAX, launch the application. In the left side panel of the window, click the Devices and Interfaces option. A drop down of available instruments detected will show up.

  • Page 76: 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 76 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 77: 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 78: 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 79: 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 80 NOTE Failing to align and/or connect fiber-optic cables properly will result in significant signal loss and reflection. 80 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 81: 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) 81 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 82: Maintenance

    To ensure that the unit is performing within specification, we recommend it is re-calibrated every 12 months. 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 83: Technical Support

      Avoid high humidity or large temperature fluctuations.   Keep the product out of direct sunlight.   Avoid unnecessary shocks and vibrations. 83 / 86 Quantifi Photonics | OSA 1000 Series PXIe User Manual | Document version 3.00...

  • Page 84: 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 85: 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 86 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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