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Common Operations

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Marker Operation

You can move the moving marker by dragging this line horizontally.

▼ : Moving marker

You can move a line marker by dragging the line marker line.

Line markers

Label Operation

When you tap the label area, a keyboard appears, which you can use to enter a label.
For the procedure to enter text, see section 4.4.

Label area

4.1  Touch Panel Operations

Summary of Contents for AQ6370E

Page 1: ...User s Manual AQ6370E Optical Spectrum Analyzer Getting Started Guide IM AQ6370E 02EN 1st Edition...

Page 2: ...w us to serve you best by completing the user registration form accessible from our website https tmi yokogawa com support Contact Us If you want to resolve a technical support issue or need to contac...

Page 3: ...actually appear on your screen Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy of its contents However should you have any questions or find any errors please cont...

Page 4: ...nt for China Safety Instruction Manual IM 00C01C01 01Z1 A document for the EU Manuals Provided on the Website Download the following manuals from our website Manual Title Manual No Description AQ6370E...

Page 5: ...Rated Voltage 250 V Q British standard Rated Voltage 250 V H Chinese standard Rated Voltage 250 V N Brazilian standard Rated Voltage 250 V T Taiwanese standard Rated Voltage 125 V B Indian standard R...

Page 6: ...at the attached power cord meets the designated standards of the country and area that you are using it in If the suffix code is Y a power cord is not included UL CSA standard A1006WD VDE standard Kor...

Page 7: ...ons In the manual the symbol is used in conjunction with the word WARNING or CAUTION WARNING Calls attention to actions or conditions that could cause serious or fatal injury to the user and precautio...

Page 8: ...y for the customer s failure to comply with these requirements The following symbols are used on this instrument Handle with care Refer to the user s manual or service manual This symbol appears on da...

Page 9: ...Connect the Protective Ground Terminal Be sure to connect the protective earth to prevent electric shock before turning ON the power The power cord that you can use for the instrument is a three pron...

Page 10: ...specify them as accessories Do not use faulty accessories Install or Use the Instrument in Appropriate Locations Do not install or use the instrument outdoors or in locations subject to rain or water...

Page 11: ...vant de mettre sous tension veiller brancher la mise la terre de protection afin d viter les chocs lectriques Le cordon d alimentation que vous utilisez pour l instrument est un cordon trois broches B...

Page 12: ...e l instrument voir le sch ma fonctionnel l annexe 3 Ne pas appliquer de signaux de potentiel flottant la terre du connecteur d entr e Ceci est extr mement dangereux car le potentiel de terre risque d...

Page 13: ...trument is a Class 1 laser product as defined by EN 60825 1 2014 A11 2021 IEC 60825 1 2007 Safety of Laser Products Part 1 Equipment Classification Requirements and User s Guide In addition this instr...

Page 14: ...Regulation valid only in the EEA and UK Battery Regulation in the UK Batteries are included in this product This marking indicates they shall be sorted out and collected as ordained in the EU battery...

Page 15: ...tment Wavelength Calibration Resolution Calibration Connecting the DUT Auto Sweep Setting and Measurement Other Settings Starting a Measurement Sweep Displaying Waveforms Displaying Calculated Wavefor...

Page 16: ...4 2 4 Data Analysis 2 5 2 5 Others Functions 2 6 Chapter 3 Preparing for Measurement 3 1 Installing the Instrument 3 1 3 2 Attaching the Connector Adapter 3 6 3 3 Connecting the Device 3 9 3 4 Turning...

Page 17: ...re 5 3 5 4 Mechanical Inspection 5 6 5 5 Operational Inspection 5 7 5 6 Replacing Fuses 5 8 5 7 Warning Display Function 5 9 5 8 Daily Maintenance 5 12 5 9 Care during Storage 5 14 5 10 Recommended Re...

Page 18: ...Optical input connector For details on the usable optical fiber cables see section 3 9 POWER Used to start and shut down the instrument For details on the Power ON OFF see section 3 4 USB interface Us...

Page 19: ...ls on the GP IB see chapter 2 in IM AQ6370E 17EN TRIGGER IN Trigger input For details on the trigger input see section 3 4 in IM AQ6370E 01EN ANALOG OUT Analog output For details on the analog output...

Page 20: ...being measured The soft key functions change according to whether the screen display mode is wavelength display mode or frequency display mode LEVEL The LEVEL key contains functions related to level a...

Page 21: ...al alignment wavelength adjustment hardware setup and setting initialization FILE Contains functions for saving and loading waveform data from the instrument s internal memory and USB storage memory A...

Page 22: ...changes at the same time Note that if the COARSE key is on lamp on the numeric value increase decrease step will be larger Arrow keys Pressing the key has the same effect as turning the rotary knob c...

Page 23: ...putting values with the numeric keypad The last entered right most character is removed allowing entry of the correct character By holding the BACK SPACE key down you can erase the entire entry in the...

Page 24: ...h or center frequency Section 2 1 SPAN Displays and sets the sweep span Section 2 1 RES Displays and sets the resolution Section 2 2 SENS Displays and sets the sensitivity Section 2 4 AVG Displays and...

Page 25: ...Subscale Displays relative levels of differential waveforms and normalized waveforms Section 2 6 21 Appears when Fiber Connector is set to Angled Section 3 8 22 Appears when High Close in Dynamic Mod...

Page 26: ...Summary 1 2 3 4 5 6 App Index Chapter 2 Feature Summary 2 1 System Configuration DUT GP IB interface Ethernet interface USB mouse USB storage PC Video signal output 101 key USB keyboard USB mouse USB...

Page 27: ...ilable By using the one action key functions you can set measurement conditions using the waveform data of the active trace trace set as the control or calculation target To use them a waveform must b...

Page 28: ...l density display function which shows power per nm dB nm and a noise mask function which masks levels at or less than the specified value are available Horizontal Scale The horizontal scale of the wa...

Page 29: ...her by setting up to 1024 fixed markers you can measure the wavelength difference or level difference between adjacent fixed markers and between the moving marker and a fixed marker In addition marker...

Page 30: ...Optical power can be analyzed by integrating the measured waveform levels ITLA SSER STSSER Measurement Signal to Spontaneous Emission Ratio SSER and Signal to Total Source Spontaneous Emission Ratio S...

Page 31: ...APP feature is an expansion feature used to install and uninstall various dedicated software applications designed for this instrument Various applications are available to assist with the measurement...

Page 32: ...the instrument and use packaging with a shock absorbing capacity that is greater than or equal to the packaging used upon shipment from the factory Never use inferior packaging materials that are una...

Page 33: ...ementales suffisamment longtemps avant de le retirer du carton Installation Conditions Install the instrument so that the following conditions are met Flat Horizontal Location Place the instrument in...

Page 34: ...nt to adjust to the ambient temperature before use When the instrument is packaged in a box and moved prevent condensation by allowing sufficient time for the instrument to acclimatize before removing...

Page 35: ...feet and handle attachment holes 5 Attach the rack mount kit to the instrument 6 Mount the instrument on a rack Note When rack mounting the instrument allow at least 10 cm of space around the inlet an...

Page 36: ...nfirm that no other cables are connected before carrying the instrument Do Not Place Anything on Top of the Instrument Never stack instruments or place any other objects on top of the instrument espec...

Page 37: ...to enter the monochromator adversely affecting its optical performance Also if debris is adhering to the optical components inside the monochromator when a strong light source is input the monochroma...

Page 38: ...extr mit virole D placement de l adaptateur de connecteur vers la droite ou vers la gauche ou en l ins rant de force peut endommager la virole ou de l adaptateur de connecteur A connector adapter is r...

Page 39: ...adapter s lock lever down The adapter has been attached correctly if the groove in the lock lever interlocks with the latch pin of the optical input output section Explanation Types of Connector Adap...

Page 40: ...ns using the mouse see section 4 3 Connecting a Keyboard You can connect a keyboard for entering file names comments and other items Also the functions and settings of the instrument are assigned to k...

Page 41: ...AUTION Do not remove the USB storage device or turn the power OFF while the USB storage device access indicator is blinking This can damage the data on the device or the device itself French ATTENTION...

Page 42: ...ction will be compromised If there is no AC outlet that is compatible with the power cord that you will be using and you cannot ground the instrument do not use the instrument French AVERTISSEMENT Ass...

Page 43: ...ed supply frequency range 48 Hz to 63 Hz Maximum power consumption Approx 100 VA This instrument can use a 100 V or a 200 V power supply The maximum rated voltage differs according to the type of powe...

Page 44: ...and initialization of the instrument begins The instrument will not start for a few seconds immediately after step 2 even if you press the POWER switch The initialization screen appears and the intern...

Page 45: ...ement a warm up of one hour is also required prior to measurement Unless the Wavelength Calibration is carried out the wavelength accuracy of the instrument cannot be guaranteed For details on wavelen...

Page 46: ...MAIN POWER situ sur le panneau arri re Le fichier de configuration du syst me d exploitation ne serait pas sauvegard ce qui entra nerait probablement des dysfonctionnements la prochaine mise sous tens...

Page 47: ...POWER switch for approximately four seconds or longer to force standby mode Note that the operating system configuration file will not be backed up possibly resulting in malfunctions upon start up the...

Page 48: ...s le connecteur de sortie optique Ne regardez jamais directement dans le connecteur de sortie optique La lumi re infrarouge risquerait de gravement vous blesser ou de provoquer une perte de vision Pro...

Page 49: ...ight source that you provide The external light source must meet the following conditions Wavelength range 1520 nm to 1560 nm 20 dBm or higher Level stability 0 1 dBp p or less Wavelength stability 0...

Page 50: ...ent adjustment is executed The previous screen is displayed again after the alignment adjustment ends When the AQ6370E AQ6370D Reference Light Source Is Connected 3 Tap Built in Source 4 Tap Execute A...

Page 51: ...perform internal wavelength calibration Perform wavelength calibration according to the instructions in Wavelength Calibration Using an External Light Source in section 3 7 Wavelength Calibration If y...

Page 52: ...connecteur de sortie optique La lumi re infrarouge risquerait de gravement vous blesser ou de provoquer une perte de vision Procedure Wavelength Calibration Using the Internal Reference Light Source w...

Page 53: ...finish If you are using this instrument for the first time or using it after it has been severely shaken while being moved you must perform the alignment adjustment procedure after warm up ends If th...

Page 54: ...ler If the calibration light source level is less than or equal to 40 dBm Gas cell absorption line type When using a reference light source with multiple absorption lines if the instrument s wavelengt...

Page 55: ...th value For Laser Type Light Sources 8 Tap the External Laser A screen for specifying the wavelength of the external light source is displayed 9 Select the laser wavelength value using the rotary kno...

Page 56: ...l absorption line wavelength value using the rotary knob or the arrow keys The allowed wavelength range is 600 1700 nm 10 Press ENTER The wavelength value is set 11 Tap the Execute Wavelength calibrat...

Page 57: ...6370E s optical input connector using a 9 5 125 m SM single mode optical fiber Light source Optical fiber AQ6370E Note For the light source use a stabilized single mode laser light Set the optical out...

Page 58: ...lution is high e g 0 05 nm or less The resolution calibration function measures the equivalent noise bandwidth at each resolution setting and internally sets the resolution bandwidth to the result The...

Page 59: ...SURED Peak value TRACE B waveform Measurement resolution used in the analysis algorithm e g EDFA NF If the RES BW parameter is set to MEASURED the resolution bandwidth is determined from the TRACE B w...

Page 60: ...ting optical fiber Do not try to forcefully attach the optical fiber s optical connector with the plug inserted at a slanted angle Doing so may damage the instrument s optical connector s components o...

Page 61: ...a lumi re d entr e v rifiez qu elle ne d passe la valeur nominale maximale de l analyseur AQ6370E car si tel tait le cas la section optique pourrait tre endommag e Appuyez fermement le connecteur opti...

Page 62: ...e lap PC Otherwise set Normal Note If you set Fiber Connector to Angled is displayed in the measurement conditions area The instrument s measurement accuracy specification is for when Fiber Connector...

Page 63: ...asurement level without improving resolution Optical fibers with a thick core diameter are especially useful for inputting spatial light for measurement but they have poor resolution Choose the best t...

Page 64: ...e screen and sliding your finger This is used to move the displayed waveform or marker position Pinch Out and Pinch In Pinch out refers to the act of pressing two fingers against the screen and spread...

Page 65: ...orizontally the zoom center wavelength center frequency the zoom start wavelength start frequency and the zoom stop wavelength stop frequency also change in sync Zooming a Waveform With the waveform d...

Page 66: ...by dragging this line horizontally Moving marker You can move a line marker by dragging the line marker line Line markers Label Operation When you tap the label area a keyboard appears which you can...

Page 67: ...For details on trace functions see chapter 4 in IM AQ6370E 01EN Trace setting area Select the trace you want to activate Select the trace operation mode Shows and hides traces Measurement Condition O...

Page 68: ...eference level DIV value or the like on the main scale or the offset value or the like on the sub scale a parameter input window or parameter selection window appears which you can use to set the para...

Page 69: ...ey Operation When you tap a shortcut key at the bottom of the waveform display area the function assigned to the key will be executed For a description of each shortcut key see section 1 4 Shortcut ke...

Page 70: ...ecute its function immediately Contains a submenu Indicates that there is a submenu of additional items related to the current item Tap to display the submenu A separate window will be displayed Tap t...

Page 71: ...nction that closes the window For example when the More 1 2 menu is taped the menu changes to the Setup 2 2 menu and the menu display changes to More 2 2 Shows the submenu of the function menu In this...

Page 72: ...u Click the in the upper right of the screen The names of the front panel keys in the instrument s FUNCTION section are displayed You can also do the same by right clicking the mouse FUNCTION SWEEP CE...

Page 73: ...etc Display settings TRACE SHIFT F6 Sets trace ZOOM SHIFT F7 Sets display scale DISPLAY SHIFT F8 Sets screen display Analysis functions MARKER SHIFT F9 Sets marker SEARCH SHIFT F10 PEAK BOTTOM search...

Page 74: ...ost entered character in the numeric keypad input area is removed allowing entry of the correct character Note If the value entered with the numeric keypad is not in the allowed value range the neares...

Page 75: ...value tap backspace to delete numbers from the right and enter the correct numbers 3 After entering a value tap nm ENT depending on the parameter unit The value is applied 4 Tap to close the parameter...

Page 76: ...sition in the character input area where you want to input characters to move the cursor to that position You can also use the function menu to move the cursor insert characters delete all characters...

Page 77: ...Entering the Date and Time 4 Tap the value you want to set The cursor moves to the value you tapped and a parameter input window appears The cursor position also moves by tapping Cursor on the functi...

Page 78: ...rum matches the wavelength of the light source is within the wavelength accuracy standard For more information see section 6 2 Spectrum Width Measurement in IM AQ6370E 01EN 2 If the wavelength error i...

Page 79: ...eform 10 Remove the SM optical fiber from the instrument and connect the light source to an optical power meter 11 Use the optical power meter to measure power values of the light source 12 Check that...

Page 80: ...irmware The AQ6370E can read the update firmware UPD extension in one of two ways Prepare the update firmware according to your environment Reading the Firmware from a USB Memory Device Create a direc...

Page 81: ...pdating is complete the AQ6370E automatically shuts down This completes the update procedure Turn the power on and the AQ6370E will start normally Note Once updating starts you cannot abort the proces...

Page 82: ...AQ6370E over a network You need to enter a user name and password when establishing a connection User name user Password yokogawa 6 Use a file management software on the PC to copy the update software...

Page 83: ...inspection mettre l instrument hors tension en pla ant l interrupteur MAIN POWER sur OFF sur le panneau arri re puis d brancher le cordon d alimentation ATTENTION Si des corps trangers se retrouvent...

Page 84: ...dex 5 5 Operational Inspection Checking the Operation of the Front Panel Keys and Touch Panel With the power turned on operate all the front panel keys and the function menus displayed on the touch pa...

Page 85: ...Replacing Fuses There is a fuse inside the instrument However you should not replace the fuse yourself It could indicate additional internal damage If you believe the fuse is blown please contact your...

Page 86: ...oint Sample point setting for using the smoothing function is missing 15 Marker Setting changed The Marker type was changed to Normal Marker 17 Level Unit changed The LEVEL UNIT key setting was change...

Page 87: ...n incorrect file name 126 Directory already exists Directory cannot be created because a directory of the same name already exists 127 File already exists File cannot be created because a file of the...

Page 88: ...ument s calibration data 205 Internal communication error An abnormality occurred during instrument internal communication 206 Internal communication error An abnormality occurred during instrument in...

Page 89: ...riables 322 Overflow An overflow occurred in an arithmetic operation 323 Undefined marker variable A command containing a marker value variable was executed when no marker had been displayed 324 Inval...

Page 90: ...ose d une source de lumi re de r f rence int gr e pour les ajustements d alignement La lumi re infrarouge est toujours mise depuis le connecteur de sortie optique Ne regardez jamais directement dans l...

Page 91: ...connecteur de sortie optique La lumi re infrarouge risquerait de gravement vous blesser ou de provoquer une perte de vision 1 Turn the power OFF 2 Remove the connector adapter from the instrument For...

Page 92: ...ght or excessive dust Where water droplets can contact the instrument or where high humidity can cause them to form on the instrument Where active gas is present or where the instrument may be subject...

Page 93: ...e Refer to the table below as a general guideline For part replacement and purchase contact your nearest YOKOGAWA dealer Parts with Limited Service Life Part Name Replacement Period LCD backlight At n...

Page 94: ...2 3 4 5 6 App Index 5 11 Disposal When disposing of the YOKOGAWA produts follow the laws and ordinances of the country or region where the product will be disposed of If you are disposing of the produ...

Page 95: ...ed resolution calibration using an external DFB LD Minimum sampling resolution1 0 001 nm Wavelength sampling points 101 to 200001 AUTO Level sensitivity setting TRAD mode NORM_HOLD NORM_AUTO NORMAL MI...

Page 96: ...1 7 9 0 2 s NORM_AUTO 1 s NORMAL 2 s MID 5 s HIGH1 20 s HIGH2 75 s HIGH3 Optical return loss11 Typ 35 dB with angled PC connector Warm up time At least 1 hour After warm up ends alignment adjustment w...

Page 97: ...ilt in wavelength reference light source or single longitudinal mode laser peak level 20 dBm or higher absolute waveform accuracy in the wavelength range of 1520 to 1560 nm 0 003 nm or less 6 With the...

Page 98: ...rve fitting Other Trace copy trace clear write mode fixed mode setting show hide setting Marker and search Marker Delta markers up to 1024 markers power spectral density markers power integral markers...

Page 99: ...2 3 4 5 6 App Index 6 2 External Dimensions Unit mm approx inch Unless otherwise specified tolerances are 3 however tolerances are 0 3 mm when below 10 mm 426 16 77 13 13 0 51 19 6 0 77 221 8 70 0 59...

Page 100: ...require you to return the software with the entire device on which the software is installed for a refund or credit if any 1 Overview a Applicability This agreement applies to the Windows software th...

Page 101: ...dware or software you use to multiplex or pool connections or reduce the number of devices or users that access or use the software does not reduce the number of licenses you need You may only use suc...

Page 102: ...nsed and the software has been properly activated with a genuine product key or by other authorized method When you connect to the Internet while using the software the software will automatically con...

Page 103: ...t mail it to Microsoft Corporation ATTN LCA ARBITRATION One Microsoft Way Redmond WA 98052 6399 Tell us your name address how to contact you what the problem is and what you want A form is available a...

Page 104: ...rmal negotiation and arbitration 9 Governing Law The laws of the state or country where you live or if a business where your principal place of business is located govern all claims and disputes conce...

Page 105: ...this notice THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC THE VC 1 AND THE MPEG 4 PART 2 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSES FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO i ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE...

Page 106: ...FOR BREACH OF A WARRANTY GUARANTEE OR CONDITION YOUR LOCAL LAWS IMPOSE TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY YOUR LOCAL LAWS IF YOU HAVE ANY BASIS FOR RECOVERING DAMAGES YOU CAN RECOVER FROM THE MANUFACTURE...

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