EXFO IQS-1700 User Manual
IQS-1700
High Performance Power Meter
and Optical Head for IQS-600
User Guide
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The IQS-1700 power meter and optical heads are protected under one or
more of US patent nos.: 6,437,861, 6,621,067 and 7,167,655.
Version number: 4.0.0
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Contents
Contents
Certification Information ....................................................................................................... vi
1 Introducing the IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter ....................... 1
Main Features .........................................................................................................................1
Typical Applications ................................................................................................................4
Conventions ............................................................................................................................5
2 Safety Information ....................................................................................... 7
3 Getting Started with Your High Performance Power Meter ...................... 9
Inserting and Removing Test Modules ...................................................................................9
Connecting the Optical Head to the Power Meter ................................................................14
Securing the Optical Head onto Your Work Surface ..............................................................15
Starting the High Performance Power Meter Application .....................................................15
Entering Values Using Sliders and Numeric Boxes .................................................................19
Exiting the Application .........................................................................................................20
4 Setting Up Your High Performance Power Meter ..................................... 21
Setting Channel Display .......................................................................................................22
Selecting a Channel (Multi-Channel Models) ........................................................................23
Naming Channels .................................................................................................................24
Selecting the Wavelength .....................................................................................................25
Managing Wavelength Lists ..................................................................................................26
Selecting the Measurement Unit ...........................................................................................27
Setting the Display Resolution ..............................................................................................28
Setting the Refresh Rate .......................................................................................................30
Setting the Measurement Range ..........................................................................................31
Saving and Recalling Configurations .....................................................................................34
5 Preparing Your High Performance Power Meter for a Test ...................... 37
Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers ...............................................................................37
Nulling Offsets ......................................................................................................................39
6 Measuring Power ....................................................................................... 43
Displaying Absolute Power ...................................................................................................43
Measuring Relative Power .....................................................................................................45
Selecting the Reference Value ...............................................................................................46
Editing the Reference List .....................................................................................................47
Measuring Corrected Power ..................................................................................................48
Using the Offset Function .....................................................................................................50
Averaging Measurements .....................................................................................................51
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7 Recording Power Signal Variations ............................................................53
8 Performing Acquisitions .............................................................................57
Selecting the Sampling Type .................................................................................................58
Editing the Frequency Divider List .........................................................................................61
Selecting the Acquisition Mode ............................................................................................62
Starting the Acquisition ........................................................................................................68
Consulting Acquired Data .....................................................................................................70
9 Performing and Analyzing Graph Acquisitions .........................................75
Setting Up Graph Parameters ...............................................................................................75
Printing Graph Results ..........................................................................................................78
Clearing Graph Display .........................................................................................................78
Using the Zoom Function .....................................................................................................79
Displaying and Moving Markers ...........................................................................................81
10 Monitoring Power Meter Modules ............................................................83
Using Monitor Windows .......................................................................................................83
Using QuickTools ...................................................................................................................86
11 Maintenance ................................................................................................89
Cleaning Fixed Connectors ....................................................................................................90
Cleaning Detector Ports ........................................................................................................92
Recalibrating the Unit ...........................................................................................................93
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ....................................................94
12 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................95
Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................................95
Viewing Online Documentation ............................................................................................97
Contacting the Technical Support Group ..............................................................................98
Transportation ....................................................................................................................100
13 Warranty ....................................................................................................101
General Information ...........................................................................................................101
Liability ...............................................................................................................................101
Exclusions ...........................................................................................................................102
Certification ........................................................................................................................102
Service and Repairs .............................................................................................................103
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ........................................................................................104
A Technical Specifications ............................................................................105
B SCPI Command Reference ........................................................................107
Quick Reference Command Tree .........................................................................................107
Product-Specific Commands—Description ..........................................................................111
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Index .............................................................................................................. 189
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Certification Information
Certification Information
North America Regulatory Statement
This unit was certified by an agency approved in both Canada and the
United States of America. It has been evaluated according to applicable
North American approved standards for product safety for use in Canada
and the United States.
Electronic test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC part 15,
subpart B compliance in the United States of America and from ICES-003
compliance in Canada. However, EXFO Inc. makes reasonable efforts to
ensure compliance to the applicable standards.
The limits set by these standards are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the user guide, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT
Use of shielded remote I/O cables, with properly grounded shields
and metal connectors, is recommended in order to reduce radio
frequency interference that may emanate from these cables.
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Certification Information
European Community Declaration of Conformity
An electronic version of the declaration of conformity for your product is
available on our website at www.exfo.com. Refer to the product’s page on
the Web site for details.
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1 Introducing the IQS-1700 High
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4-CH Power Meter
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LED push
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IQS-1710X IQS-1720X IQS-1740X
Models With Standard Optical Detector Ports
Performance Power Meter
Designed for the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System, the IQS-1700
High Performance Power Meter is a module available in different models. It
is used with the OHS-1700 Optical Head.
Main Features
The IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter is offered with the
followingone-, two-, or four-channel models.
The OHS-1700 Optical Head is offered in Ultra-High Power option (up to
37 dBm).
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Introducing the IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter
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LED push
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Retaining
screw knob
IQS-1710 IQS-1720 IQS-1740
Models With Optical Head Connectors
Main Features
It features a high sampling rate and fast stabilization, and comes in one-,
two- or four-channel options (each detector is independent).
The OHS-1700 Optical Head allows you to handle power signals in a safe
and efficient way. You can connect up to four optical heads to a module,
depending on the model you have acquired. The optical head functions
with connectorized and non-connectorized fiber.
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Connector port to module
Connector port
Tri pod s crew
hole (Metric
system on the
left and
Imperial system
on the right)
Integrating cavity
and heat
dissipator
Main Features
The graphical display mode shows all channels on a real-time graph,
which you can analyze afterwards.
The IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter 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.
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Introducing the IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter
Typi c a l A pp licat i o ns
Typical Applications
Your power meter is suitable for numerous applications, including the
following:
Transceiver testing
Amplifier characterization
PDL measurements
Network monitoring
Passive component characterization
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Conventions
Before using the product described in this guide, you should understand
the following conventions:
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in component damage. Do not proceed unless you
understand and meet the required conditions.
Conventions
IMPORTANT
Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.
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2 Safety Information
Your power meter does not contain laser components in itself. However,
you will be using it with light sources.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
The use of controls, adjustments and procedures, namely for
operation and maintenance, other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure or impair the protection
provided by this unit.
IMPORTANT
When you see the following symbol on your unit , make sure
that you refer to the instructions provided in your user
documentation. Ensure that you understand and meet the required
conditions before using your product.
IMPORTANT
Other safety instructions relevant for your product are located
throughout this documentation, depending on the action to
perform. Make sure to read them carefully when they apply to your
situation.
Note: Refer to the platform’s user guide for additional test equipment safety
information and ratings.
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3 Getting Started with Your
High Performance Power
Meter
This chapter contains information on how to insert and remove test
modules. You will also find how to connect your optical head to your
power meter and how to start and exit the application.
Inserting and Removing Test Modules
CAUTION
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.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging your unit, use it only with modules approved by
EXFO.
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Getting Started with Your High Performance Power Meter
Retaining screw
knob
Protective cover
2b
2a
Inserting and Removing Test Modules
To insert a module into the controller or expansion unit:
1. Exit IQS Manager and turn off all your units.
2. Remove the protective cover from the desired unused module slot.
2a. Pull the retaining screw knob firmly towards you and release the
bottom of the cover.
2b. Gently pull the top of the protective cover downwards, to remove
it from the unit grooves.
3. Position the module so that its front panel is facing you and the top and
bottom protruding edges are to your right.
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Retaining screw
Retaining screw knob
Protruding edges
(right side of module)
5
6
Inserting and Removing Test Modules
4. Insert the protruding edges of the module into the grooves of the unit’s
module slot.
5. Push the module all the way to the back of the slot, until the retaining
screw makes contact with the unit casing.
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.
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Retaining screw knob
Inserting and Removing Test Modules
The module is correctly inserted when its front panel is flush with the front
panel of the controller or expansion unit.
When you turn on the controller unit, the startup sequence will
automatically detect your module.
Note: You can insert IQ modules into your controller or expansion unit; the
IQS Manager software will recognize them. However, the IQS-1700 locking
mechanism (retaining screw) will not work for IQ modules.
To remove a module from your controller or expansion unit:
1. While pulling gently on the knob, turn it counterclockwise until it stops.
The module will slowly be released from the slot.
2. Place your fingers underneath the module or hold it by the retaining
screw knob (NOT by the connector) and pull it out.
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YES
NO
Retaining screw
knob
Connector
Inserting and Removing Test Modules
CAUTION
Pulling out a module by a connector could seriously damage both
the module and connector. Always pull out a module by the
retaining screw knob.
3. Cover empty slots with the supplied protective covers.
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.
CAUTION
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Failure to reinstall protective covers over empty slots will result in
ventilation problems.
Getting Started with Your High Performance Power Meter
Head properly connected
Head not connected
Connecting the Optical Head to the Power Meter
Connecting the Optical Head to the
Power Meter
To connect the optical head to the optical head interface, use the provided
cable. Ensure that the connector key is aligned with the port’s
corresponding notch; once the key and pins are properly aligned, the
connection should be made easily.
CAUTION
Do not force the connector into the port if the pins do not seem to
be correctly aligned with the corresponding holes. Forcing the
connector could permanently damage the pins.
Once you have connected the optical head to the interface and started the
application (as explained in Starting the High Performance Power Meter
Application on page 15), you should see the channel or channels (on a
multiple-channel power meter) in the data display.
If the optical head is not connected to its channel, you will notice that the
display is different and you cannot perform measurements on this channel
until you have connected the head properly.
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Tri pod
Tri p o d scre w
Metric-based
screw hole
Imperial-based
screw hole
Securing the Optical Head onto Your Work Surface
Securing the Optical Head onto Your Work
Surface
Your OHS-1700 Optical Head can be used with a tripod. A metric-based
screw hole is located on the left side of the head and bears the inscription
“M6 X 1” and an imperial-based screw hole is located on the right side and
bears the inscription “1/4-20”.
Once you have installed the head onto the tripod, tighten the tripod screw
to prevent it from turning; which would compromise your test results.
Starting the High Performance Power Meter Application
Your IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter 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.
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Getting Started with Your High Performance Power Meter
Highlighted module
(white background)
Starting the High Performance Power Meter Application
To start the application:
1. From the Current Modules function tab select the module to use.
It will turn white to indicate that it is highlighted.
Note: Pressing the LED push button will not activate or turn on the module.
Note: To start the corresponding monitor window at the same time, click Start
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2. Click Start Application.
OR
Press the green LED push button on the front of the corresponding
module.
You can also double-click its row.
App. & Monitor. The window opens on the Monitors function tab.
Getting Started with Your High Performance Power Meter
Parameter
definition
controls
Data
display
Title bar
Status bar
Starting the High Performance Power Meter Application
The main window (shown below) contains all the commands required to
control the High Performance Power Meter:
Note: When using a multichannel power meter with different optical heads, the
settings (such as the wavelength list) used by the application are those
detected on the highest channel number. For example, if you use a
Low-PDL head on channel 2 and a high-power head on channel 3, the
high-power head settings will take precedence. If you move the head from
channel 3 to channel 1, the Low-PDL head will be used for settings instead.
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Slot number in which module is inserted
(0 identifies first slot)
Controller unit or expansion unit (1 to 999) housing
the module
[999–1]
Current date and timeModule/unit status
Local: Module controlled locally only.
Remote: Module controlled remotely, but
local commands can also be used.
Lockout: Module controlled remotely only.
Control mode
Starting the High Performance Power Meter Application
Title Bar
The title bar is located at the top of the main window. It displays the
module name and its position in the controller or expansion unit. The
module position is identified as follows:
Status Bar
The status bar, located at the bottom of the main window, identifies the
operational status of the IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter.
For more information about automating or remotely controlling the
IQS-1700 High Performance Power Meter, refer to your platform user guide.
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Numeric box
button
Fine-tuning
box
Slider
Navigation buttons
Parameter identification
Toggle button
Backspace button
(to correct a value)
Clear button
Entry display
Entering Values Using Sliders and Numeric Boxes
Entering Values Using Sliders and Numeric
Boxes
Many parameters in IQS Manager and module applications can be set
using the following tools.
Slider: Drag it to the desired value on the scale below.
Navigation buttons: Click either buttons to move the slider. The slider
moves by steps corresponding to the number in the fine-tuning box,
which you can change by using the up and down arrow buttons next to
the box. You cannot change the list of fine-tuning values from here.
Numeric box: Click it to display the on-screen numeric pad, which you
can use to enter a power value.
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To enter a value using the numeric box:
1. Use the button to clear the entry display.
2. Enter the value.
3. Click OK to confirm the value.
Getting Started with Your High Performance Power Meter
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.
OR
Click the Exit button located at the bottom of the function bar.
To close all currently running applications:
From IQS Manager, click Close All Applications.
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4 Setting Up Your High
Performance Power Meter
You can set the following parameters on your IQS-1700:
Channel display
Wavelength selection and management
Measurement unit selection
Display resolution
Refresh rate
Measurement range
Saving and recalling configuration
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Setting Up Your High Performance Power Meter
Setting Channel Display
Setting Channel Display
The channel display allows you to select which channels you want to view
when using a multichannel power meter. You can display up tofour optical
channels using a four-channel power meter.
To set the channel display :
1. From the Instrument function tab, click the Display tab to view the
available channels.
2. Select the desired channel.
The data display immediately reflects your selection and the selected
channel indicator will turn light green.
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