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Keysight Technologies 8163A User Manual

Keysight Technologies 8166B User Manual (466 pages)

Lightwave Multimeter, Lightwave Measurement System, Lightwave Multichannel System

Brand: Keysight Technologies | Category: Multimeter | Size: 9 MB

Table of Contents
4
Safety Considerations

19
- Safety Symbols
  19
- General
  19
- Operating Environment
  20
- Line Power Requirements
  20
- Input/Output Signals
  21
- Line Power Connectors
  21
- Instrument Markings
  22
Laser Safety Information

24
- Laser Safety Labels
  32
8163A/B Lightwave Multimeter

35
8164A/B Lightwave Measurement System

36
8166A/B Lightwave Multichannel System

37
A Description of the User Interface

38
- Password
  39
- User Interface Features
  40
- How to Navigate/Modify the Display
  41
How to Change the Value of a Parameter

55
A Sample Session

59
- How to Measure the Power of a Modulated Signal
  59
- Additional Information
  62
Using the System Utilities

63
How to Connect an External Monitor

96
How to Connect a Printer

98
- Power Measurement
  100
How to Measure Power

101
- The Power Value
  101
- How to Set the Power Unit
  102
- How to Set the Calibration Offset
  103
- How to Set the Reference Level
  104
- How to Set the Wavelength
  107
- How to Remove Electrical Offsets
  107
- How to Choose the Range Mode
  110
- How to Set the Range
  111
- How to Set the Averaging Time
  116
- How to Choose the Minmax Mode
  117
- How to Turn off Minmax Mode
  119
- How to Hold the Screen
  120
- How to Use Triggers
  120
- Dual Power Meters - Master and Slave Channels
  123
- Laser Sources
  124
How to Use Laser Source Modules

125
- The Laser Wavelength Value
  125
- How to Enable/Disable Laser Output
  126
- How to Set Attenuation
  127
- How to Modulate the Optical Output
  128
- How to Use the Internal Modulation
  128
- How to Use Triggers
  131
- Tunable Lasers
  134
What Is a Tunable Laser

135
- How to Set the Power
  135
- How to Set the Output Power of a CW Signal
  135
- What Is Excessive Power
  140
- How to Set the Laser to the Dark Position
  141
- The Analog Output
  142
How to Set the Wavelength

144
- Wavelength Range
  144
- How to Set the Wavelength Directly
  144
- How to Set a Relative Wavelength
  145
How to Perform a Wavelength Sweep

148
- What Is a Wavelength Sweep
  148
- How to Set the Wavelength Sweep
  148
- How to Perform a Sweep
  150
How to Modulate a Signal

156
How to Use Triggers

164
- How to Use Input Triggering
  164
- How to Use Output Triggering
  166
How to Use Auxiliary Functions

168
- Automatic Realignment
  168
- How to Perform a Lambda Zero
  170
- Auto Cal off
  171
- Compact Tunable Lasers
  174
Compact Tunable Laser Modules

175
How to Use a Compact Tunable Laser

176
- The User Interface
  176
- Return Loss Measurement
  178
Getting Started with Return Loss

179
- What Is Return Loss
  179
- What Is Insertion Loss
  179
- Equipment Required
  180
- How to Choose a Light Source
  181
- Return Loss Modules
  182
Calibration Measurements

184
Return Loss Measurement

185
A Background to Return Loss Measurement

204
Keysight 8157Xa Variable Optical Attenuator Modules

215
How to Use a Variable Optical Attenuator Module

217
- The User Interface
  217
- How to Control the Shutter
  220
- How to Set Attenuation
  221
- Calibrating Test Setups that Use an 81570A/71A/73A/78A
  
  224
  - How to Set a Power Level
    225
- Attenuator Module
  
  226
Keysight 8159Xb Optical Switch Modules

239
- Options
  239
How to Use an Optical Switch Module

241
- The User Interface
  241
- Dependent and Independent Routing
  243
- How to Set Route a
  243
- How to Set Route B
  244
- How to Toggle the Switch Path
  244
Typical Applications

245
Working with Application Graphs

250
- How to Set Markers
  251
- How to Zoom in
  251
- How to Zoom out
  252
- To Switch the Grid On/Off
  252
- How to Use Legends
  252
- How to Select the Samples Display
  254
- How to Read Curve Values
  257
The Logging Application

262
- How to Set up a Logging Function
  263
- Running a Logging Application
  268
- Analysing a Logging Application
  270
- On-Screen Messages
  274
The Stability Application

275
- How to Set up a Stability Function
  276
- Analysing a Stability Application
  283
- On-Screen Messages
  287
The PACT Application

288
- What Is the PACT
  288
- How to Set up PACT
  288
- How to Measure the Reference
  292
- How to Perform a Loss Measurement
  295
- Analysing a PACT Measurement
  300
- On-Screen Messages
  302
The Pmax Curve

303
- What Is the Pmax Curve
  303
- How to View the Pmax Curve
  303
The Return Loss Application

304
- Starting the Application
  304
- Measuring Return Loss
  304
- Measuring Return Loss and Insertion Loss
  304
- On-Screen Messages
  305
- Configuration
  305
- User Interface
  306
Recording Measurement Results

308
Safety Considerations

315
Initial Inspection

316
AC Line Power Supply Requirements

317
- Line Power Requirements
  317
- Line Power Cable
  317
- Changing the Battery
  321
- Changing the Fuse
  321
Operating and Storage Environment

322
- Temperature
  322
- Humidity
  322
- Altitude
  323
- Pollution Protection
  323
- Storage and Shipment
  323
- Instrument Cooling
  323
- Storage Position
  325
- Carrying the Instrument
  326
Using Modules

328
- How to Fit and Remove Modules
  328
- Adding a Connector Interface
  334
- Protecting Empty Module Slots
  334
Input and Output Connectors

336
- The Remote Interlock (RIL) Connector
  338
GPIB Interface

339
- Cables and Adapters
  339
- Connector
  339
GPIB Logic Levels

341
Serial Interface

342
Parallel Port, PCMCIA Slot, Keyboard Connector and 24V DC Output

343
Claims and Repackaging

344
- Return Shipments to Keysight Technologies
  344
- Accessories
  346
Instrument and Options - Keysight 8163A/B

347
Instrument and Options - Keysight 8164A/B

348
Instrument and Options - Keysight 8166A/B

349
- Modules
  350
- Keysight 81645A Filler Module
  354
GPIB Cables and Adapters

355
- Specifications and Regulations Compliance
  357
8163A Specifications

357
Keysight 8163B Specifications

358
8164A Specifications

359
Keysight 8164B Specifications

360
8166A Specifications

361
Keysight 8166B Specifications

362
Declarations of Conformity

363
Regulations Information

369
- Safety Canada
  369
- EMC Canada
  369
- EMC Australia/New Zealand
  369
- Error Messages
  370
Syst:err

371
Screen Status Messages

373
Mainframes

374
- 8163A
  374
- 8163B
  374
- 8164A
  375
- 8164B
  375
- 8166A
  376
- 8166B
  377
Errors Appearing on Pop-Up Menus

378
- Error on Module
  378
- Error
  381
Tunable Laser Sources

383
- Initialization Tests
  383
- Selftests
  390
Return Loss Meters

396
Power Meters & Interface Modules with Optical Head

401
Fixed Laser Sources (Fabry Perot)

408
DFB Laser Sources

413
Attenuator Modules

416
Optical Switch Modules

419
- Cleaning Instructions
  424
Safety Precautions

426
Why Is It Important to Clean Optical Devices

427
What Do I Need for Proper Cleaning

428
- Standard Cleaning Equipment
  428
- Additional Cleaning Equipment
  430
Preserving Connectors

433
Cleaning Instrument Housings

434
Which Cleaning Procedure Should I Use

435
- Light Dirt
  435
- Heavy Dirt
  435
How to Clean Connectors

436
- Preferred Procedure
  437
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  437
- An Alternative Procedure
  438
How to Clean Connector Adapters

439
- Preferred Procedure
  439
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  439
How to Clean Connector Interfaces

440
- Preferred Procedure
  440
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  440
- How to Clean Bare Fiber Adapters
  440
- Preferred Procedure
  441
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  441
How to Clean Lenses

442
- Preferred Procedure
  442
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  442
How to Clean Instruments with a Fixed Connector Interface

443
How to Clean Instruments with an Optical Glass Plate

444
How to Clean Instruments with a Physical Contact Interface

445
- Preferred Procedure
  446
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  446
How to Clean Instruments with a Recessed Lens Interface

447
- Preferred Procedure
  447
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  447
Stress and Pressure 447

448
How to Clean Optical Devices Which Are Sensitive to Mechanical Stress and Pressure

448
- Preferred Procedure
  448
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  448
- Alternative Procedure
  448
How to Clean Metal Filters or Attenuator Gratings

449
- Preferred Procedure
  449
- Procedure for Stubborn Dirt
  449
Additional Cleaning Information

450
- Other Cleaning Hints
  452
- Firmware Upgrades
  454

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Table of Contents

Safety Considerations

Laser Safety Information

8163A/B Lightwave Multimeter

8164A/B Lightwave Measurement System

8166A/B Lightwave Multichannel System

A Description of the User Interface

How to Change the Value of a Parameter

A Sample Session

Using the System Utilities

How to Connect an External Monitor

How to Connect a Printer

How to Measure Power

How to Use Laser Source Modules

What Is a Tunable Laser

How to Set the Wavelength

How to Perform a Wavelength Sweep

How to Modulate a Signal

How to Use Triggers

How to Use Auxiliary Functions

Compact Tunable Laser Modules

How to Use a Compact Tunable Laser

Getting Started with Return Loss

Calibration Measurements

Return Loss Measurement

A Background to Return Loss Measurement

Keysight 8157Xa Variable Optical Attenuator Modules

How to Use a Variable Optical Attenuator Module

Calibrating Test Setups that Use an 81570A/71A/73A/78A

Attenuator Module

Keysight 8159Xb Optical Switch Modules

How to Use an Optical Switch Module

Typical Applications

Working with Application Graphs

The Logging Application

The Stability Application

The PACT Application

The Pmax Curve

The Return Loss Application

Recording Measurement Results

Safety Considerations

Initial Inspection

AC Line Power Supply Requirements

Operating and Storage Environment

Using Modules

Input and Output Connectors

GPIB Interface

GPIB Logic Levels

Serial Interface

Parallel Port, PCMCIA Slot, Keyboard Connector and 24V DC Output

Claims and Repackaging

Instrument and Options - Keysight 8163A/B

Instrument and Options - Keysight 8164A/B

Instrument and Options - Keysight 8166A/B

GPIB Cables and Adapters

8163A Specifications

Keysight 8163B Specifications

8164A Specifications

Keysight 8164B Specifications

8166A Specifications

Keysight 8166B Specifications

Declarations of Conformity

Regulations Information

Syst:err

Screen Status Messages

Mainframes

Errors Appearing on Pop-Up Menus

Tunable Laser Sources

Return Loss Meters

Power Meters & Interface Modules with Optical Head

Fixed Laser Sources (Fabry Perot)

DFB Laser Sources

Attenuator Modules

Optical Switch Modules

Safety Precautions

Why Is It Important to Clean Optical Devices

What Do I Need for Proper Cleaning

Preserving Connectors