High-Speed Power Meter P/N: 1034911 PM-1600 User Guide CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 400 Godin Avenue Vanier (Quebec) G1M 2K2 CANADA Tel.: 1 418 683-0211 · Fax: 1 418 683-2170 EXFO AMERICA 4275 Kellway Circle, Suite 122 Addison TX, 75001 USA Tel.: 1 972 836-0100 · Fax: 1 972 836-0164 EXFO EUROPE Le Dynasteur 10/12, rue Andras Beck 92366 Meudon la Forêt Cedex FRANCE Tel.: +33.1.40.83.85.85 · Fax: +33.1.40.83.04.42 EXFO ASIAPACIFIC 151 Chin Swee Road #03-29, Manhattan House SINGAPORE 169876 Tel.
High-Speed Power Meter P/N: 1034911 PM-1600 User Guide CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 400 Godin Avenue Vanier (Quebec) G1M 2K2 CANADA Tel.: 1 418 683-0211 · Fax: 1 418 683-2170 EXFO AMERICA 4275 Kellway Circle, Suite 122 Addison TX, 75001 USA Tel.: 1 972 836-0100 · Fax: 1 972 836-0164 EXFO EUROPE Le Dynasteur 10/12, rue Andras Beck 92366 Meudon la Forêt Cedex FRANCE Tel.: +33.1.40.83.85.85 · Fax: +33.1.40.83.04.42 EXFO ASIAPACIFIC 151 Chin Swee Road #03-29, Manhattan House SINGAPORE 169876 Tel.
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Contents Contents Contents Contents Certification Information......................................................................................................... vi Certification Information......................................................................................................... vi 1 Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter .................................. 1 1 Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter .................................. 1 Front Panel.................
Contents Contents 6 Programming Acquisitions .........................................................................45 6 Programming Acquisitions .........................................................................45 Programming Data Acquisitions.............................................................................................45 Programming Timed Acquisitions ..........................................................................................
Contents Contents 11 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 101 11 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 101 Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site..........................................................................102 Contacting the Technical Support Group .............................................................................103 Transportation................
Certification Information Certification Information Certification Information vi Certification Information F.C.C. Information F.C.C. Information Electronic test equipment is exempt from Part 15 compliance (FCC) in the United States, but EXFO makes reasonable efforts to ensure this compliance. Electronic test equipment is exempt from Part 15 compliance (FCC) in the United States, but EXFO makes reasonable efforts to ensure this compliance.
Certification Information Certification Information DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: Equipment Type/Environment: Trade Name/Model No.: Year of Conformity Assessment: DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 73/23/EEC - The Low Voltage Directive 89/336/EEC - The EMC Directive EXFO ELECTRO-OPTICAL ENG.
1 Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter 1 Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter The PM-1600 High-Speed Power meter provides all the performance you need to increase your testing efficiency. With its high sampling rate and fast stabilization time, the PM-1600 is ideal for system monitoring and high-density WDM component characterization and assembly. The PM-1600 High-Speed Power meter provides all the performance you need to increase your testing efficiency.
Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter Front Panel Front Panel Front Panel Front Panel Recall menu access see page 42 Store menu access see page 41 Program menu access see page 46 Display Recall menu access see page 42 Arrow buttons for menu navigation and parameter settings Setup menu access see page 18 Offset nulling control see page 11 PM-1600 HIGH-SPEED POWER METER Recall ENTER Setup dBm/W dB W/W Null Display Ref Chan Analog Out
Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter Back Panel Back Panel Back Panel GPIB port see page 67 Back Panel Fuse holder see page 96 Serial port (RS-232 DTE) see page 4 Serial Port GPIB IEEE 488.2 R C GPIB port see page 67 Power inlet see page 8 MODEL: GO LR107723 Fuse holder see page 96 Serial port (RS-232 DTE) see page 4 Serial Port GPIB IEEE 488.
Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter Introducing the PM-1600 High-Speed Power Meter RS-232 Connector Pinout RS-232 Connector Pinout RS-232 Connector Pinout RS-232 Connector Pinout The RS-232 connector (serial port) at the back of the PM-1600 uses a DTE pinout configuration. 1 2 3 4 The RS-232 connector (serial port) at the back of the PM-1600 uses a DTE pinout configuration.
2 Safety Information 2 Safety Conventions Safety Information Safety Conventions You should understand the following conventions before using the product described in this manual: You should understand the following conventions before using the product described in this manual: WARNING WARNING CAUTION IMPORTANT High-Speed Power Meter Refers to a potential personal hazard. It requires a procedure which, if not correctly followed, may result in bodily harm or injury.
Safety Information Safety Information General Safety Information General Safety Information General Safety Information General Safety Information The following safety precautions must be observed during the operation and servicing of the units. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific indications elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of intended use of the unit. EXFO assumes no liability for the user's failure to comply with these requirements.
Safety Information Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Electrical Safety Information ➤ Before powering on the unit, all grounding terminals, extension cords, ➤ Before powering on the unit, all grounding terminals, extension cords, and devices connected to it should be connected to a protective ground via a ground socket. Any interruption of the protective grounding is a potential shock hazard and may cause personal injury.
Safety Information Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Electrical Safety Information Power Cable Power Cable The PM-1600’s power cable is its disconnecting device. The PM-1600’s power cable is its disconnecting device. The PM-1600 uses an international safety standard three-wire power cable. This cable serves as a ground when connected to an appropriate AC power receptacle. The type of power cable supplied with each unit is determined according to the country of destination.
3 Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter 3 Turning the PM-1600 On and Off Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Turning the PM-1600 On and Off IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Before turning the PM-1600 on, please read the Safety Information on page 5. Before turning the PM-1600 on, please read the Safety Information on page 5. To turn the unit on or off, use the red button in the lower left corner of the front panel.
Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Selecting a Menu or a Menu Option Selecting a Menu or a Menu Option Selecting a Menu or a Menu Option Selecting a Menu or a Menu Option The PM-1600 is equipped with a new type of multifunctional, graphical liquid crystal display (LCD) with increased brightness, readability, and resolution that significantly improves both menu navigation and power meter operation versatility.
Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Nulling Electrical Offsets Nulling Electrical Offsets Note: The PM-1600 will beep whenever the unit does not allow an operation. Note: The PM-1600 will beep whenever the unit does not allow an operation. Note: In this manual, the single-channel power meter is referred to as the PM-1610 and the dual-channel power meter as the PM-1620.
Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Getting Started with Your High-Speed Power Meter Nulling Electrical Offsets Nulling Electrical Offsets 12 2. If necessary, select the desired channel (in the case of a PM-1620) by pressing Chan. In the above figure, channel #1 is currently selected. 2. If necessary, select the desired channel (in the case of a PM-1620) by pressing Chan. In the above figure, channel #1 is currently selected. 3. Press Shift, then Null.
4 Acquiring Power Measurements 4 Setting a Display Mode Acquiring Power Measurements Setting a Display Mode A typical display in power measurement mode might look as follows. Channel 1 display zone Inactive channel Averaging mode active Active channel Sensitivity range (auto) active Sensitivity range (manual) active Display mode tab 2 5.585 REF dB -52.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Absolute Power Measuring Absolute Power 3. Press Shift a second time, then Display. The current correction factor (CF) is displayed for the active channel (in dB or W/W units, depending on the currently selected measurement unit). 3. Press Shift a second time, then Display. The current correction factor (CF) is displayed for the active channel (in dB or W/W units, depending on the currently selected measurement unit). 4.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Absolute Power Measuring Absolute Power 2. If necessary, press λ to select the appropriate wavelength from the shortlist (see the section on viewing wavelength list on page 25). 2. If necessary, press λ to select the appropriate wavelength from the shortlist (see the section on viewing wavelength list on page 25). Note: The wavelength may take some time to change on the display due to a low refresh rate.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Relative Power Measuring Relative Power Measuring Relative Power Measuring Relative Power Power measurements can be displayed as a deviation from an absolute reference value. The relative power is particularly useful when performing insertion loss measurements. Power measurements can be displayed as a deviation from an absolute reference value. The relative power is particularly useful when performing insertion loss measurements.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Relative Power Measuring Relative Power 3. Press dB/W/W until the display switches to relative mode in dB (where the value displayed is equal to the absolute power minus the previously stored reference power) or in W/W (where the value displayed is the deviation ratio from the reference). Pressing dB/W/W again switches between dB and W/W measurement units for the relative power and reference value. 3.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Relative Power Measuring Relative Power Entering a Specific Reference Value Entering a Specific Reference Value To enter a specific value, To enter a specific value, 1. If necessary, press λ to select the appropriate wavelength. 1. If necessary, press λ to select the appropriate wavelength. 2. Press dBm/W to select the desired measurement unit. 2. Press dBm/W to select the desired measurement unit. 3.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Corrected Power Measuring Corrected Power 5b. To modify the current reference, press ENTER to select the reference edit box, then use the left/right arrow keys to select the desired sign and digit, and the up/down arrow keys to increase or decrease the flashing value. Confirm by pressing ENTER. You can enter a reference value from −90.000 dBm to +90.000 dBm or from +001.0000 pW to +999.9999 kW. 5b.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Corrected Power Measuring Corrected Power Setting an Offset Value Setting an Offset Value You can use the Offset function to take into account, in the power displayed, of a known gain or loss in the link that is not already included in the signal reaching the detector. Contrary to the correction factor, which applies to a specific wavelength, the offset value applies to any wavelength when it is enabled on a specific channel.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Measuring Corrected Power Measuring Corrected Power 5. Use the up/down arrow keys to select Offset. Resolution 4 5. Use the up/down arrow keys to select Offset. 3.0103 dB Resolution (Active) Averaging 002 Reference −68.975 dBm Offset −100.000 dB 4 3.0103 dB (Active) Averaging 002 Reset Reference −68.975 dBm Reset Reset Offset −100.000 dB Reset Exit Channel 1 Setup Exit Channel 1 Setup 5a.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Displaying Averaged Measurement Displaying Averaged Measurement Displaying Averaged Measurement Displaying Averaged Measurement To display averaged power measurement, To display averaged power measurement, 1. If necessary, select the desired channel (PM-1620). 1. If necessary, select the desired channel (PM-1620). 2. Press Avg. 2. Press Avg.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting Measurement Range Setting Measurement Range To set the measurement range, To set the measurement range, 1. If necessary, select the desired channel (PM-1620). 1. If necessary, select the desired channel (PM-1620). 2. Press Range until the required measurement range marker is shown at the top of the display for the matching channel.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Viewing Statistics Viewing Statistics Viewing Statistics Viewing Statistics Although it is not possible to retrieve acquisition results from the PM-1600 except when using remote control, this function provides you with statistical information on the last acquisition performed.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List To view the list, To view the list, 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. System Setup System Setup Wavelength List & Corr. Factor Wavelength List & Corr. Factor Channel 1 Setup Channel 1 Setup Channel 2 Setup Channel 2 Setup Exit Exit 2.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List 3. Press ENTER. The wavelength list is displayed with the correction factor (CF) set for each wavelength on the list (for both channels in a PM-1620). 3. Press ENTER. The wavelength list is displayed with the correction factor (CF) set for each wavelength on the list (for both channels in a PM-1620).
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List To sort the list by wavelengths, To sort the list by wavelengths, 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select Wavelength List & Corr. Factor. 2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select Wavelength List & Corr. Factor. 3. Press ENTER. 3. Press ENTER. 4. Use the left/right arrow keys to select Sort λ . 4.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List To modify a wavelength, To modify a wavelength, 1. Follow steps 1 to 4 in section on viewing the wavelength list on page 25. Select the wavelength to be modified by pressing ENTER. 1. Follow steps 1 to 4 in section on viewing the wavelength list on page 25. Select the wavelength to be modified by pressing ENTER. 2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select λ . 2.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Managing the Wavelength List Managing the Wavelength List To delete a specific wavelength from the list, To delete a specific wavelength from the list, 1. Follow steps 1 to 4 in section on viewing the wavelength list on page 25. Select the wavelength to be deleted by pressing ENTER. 1. Follow steps 1 to 4 in section on viewing the wavelength list on page 25. Select the wavelength to be deleted by pressing ENTER.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting a Correction Factor Setting a Correction Factor Setting a Correction Factor Setting a Correction Factor Applying a correction factor to the measured power is useful when compensating for known inaccuracies (power gains or losses). Applying a correction factor to the measured power is useful when compensating for known inaccuracies (power gains or losses). When a dB correction factor other than +0.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting a Correction Factor Setting a Correction Factor Note: You can toggle between dB and W/W units while in the Wavelength List & Corr. Factor menu by pressing dB/W/W. Note: You can toggle between dB and W/W units while in the Wavelength List & Corr. Factor menu by pressing dB/W/W. View λ List (26 λ) Sort λ Del All View λ List (26 λ) Sort λ Del All λ Add λ Del λ λ Add λ Del λ 1310.00 nm 1310.00 nm CF Ch1 1.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting Display Resolution Setting Display Resolution To delete a correction factor, To delete a correction factor, 1. Press λ to select the appropriate wavelength, then Setup to access the Setup menu, then use the up/down arrow keys to select Wavelength List & Corr. Factor, and press ENTER. 1. Press λ to select the appropriate wavelength, then Setup to access the Setup menu, then use the up/down arrow keys to select Wavelength List & Corr.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting Display Resolution Setting Display Resolution To set the display resolution of a power measurement expressed in dB or dBm, To set the display resolution of a power measurement expressed in dB or dBm, 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 2. Use the up/down arrow keys to select Channel 1 Setup or Channel 2 Setup (PM-1620), then press ENTER.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting Refresh Rate Setting Refresh Rate Setting Refresh Rate This function allows you to define the refresh rate of the power readings in power measurement mode (for both channels in a PM-1620 dual-channel power meter). This function allows you to define the refresh rate of the power readings in power measurement mode (for both channels in a PM-1620 dual-channel power meter). To set the refresh rate, To set the refresh rate, 1.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Setting Sampling Rate Setting Sampling Rate Setting Sampling Rate Setting Sampling Rate This function allows you to define the number of power readings per second in power measurement mode (for both channels in a PM-1620 dual-channel power meter) with a maximum of 256 per second.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Choosing a Number of Measurements for Averaging Choosing a Number of Measurements for Averaging Choosing a Number of Measurements for Averaging 36 Choosing a Number of Measurements for Averaging Power measurements can be averaged over a programmable number of samples by pressing Avg in power measurement mode.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Saving a Setup Configuration Saving a Setup Configuration Saving a Setup Configuration Saving a Setup Configuration Once the PM-1600 has been customized for a specific application or user, it is possible to save the configuration of the parameters that have been set in the Setup menu, with the exception of the contrast setting. Up to three setup configurations can be saved and recalled.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Recalling a Setup Configuration Recalling a Setup Configuration Recalling a Setup Configuration 38 Recalling a Setup Configuration Once you have saved a setup configuration, you can recall it at any time. Once you have saved a setup configuration, you can recall it at any time. To recall a configuration, To recall a configuration, 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 2.
Acquiring Power Measurements Acquiring Power Measurements Resetting the PM-1600 Resetting the PM-1600 Resetting the PM-1600 Resetting the PM-1600 When turning on the unit, press ENTER until the unit beeps repeatedly. All the user-defined parameters are reset to their default values. These are displayed in the following tables. When turning on the unit, press ENTER until the unit beeps repeatedly. All the user-defined parameters are reset to their default values.
5 Storing and Recalling Power Measurements 5 Storing Power Measurements Manually Storing and Recalling Power Measurements Storing Power Measurements Manually The PM-1600 has 100 memory registers to manually store absolute or relative power measurements (for both channels in a PM-1620). The PM-1600 has 100 memory registers to manually store absolute or relative power measurements (for both channels in a PM-1620). To store a measurement manually, select the desired measurement and then press Store.
Storing and Recalling Power Measurements Storing and Recalling Power Measurements Recalling Manually Stored Power Measurements Recalling Manually Stored Power Measurements Recalling Manually Stored Power Measurements Recalling Manually Stored Power Measurements The power measurements that you stored manually (see Storing Power Measurements Manually on page 41) can be recalled one register at a time.
Storing and Recalling Power Measurements Storing and Recalling Power Measurements Erasing Manually Stored Power Measurements Erasing Manually Stored Power Measurements Erasing Manually Stored Power Measurements Erasing Manually Stored Power Measurements The manually stored power measurements (up to 100) can be erased as a batch. The manually stored power measurements (up to 100) can be erased as a batch. To erase a stored power measurement, To erase a stored power measurement, 1. Press Recall. 1.
6 Programming Acquisitions 6 Programming Data Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Data Acquisitions In addition to measurement mode (where power measurements are constantly updated on the display) and to manually stored power measurements, the PM-1600 allows either timed or triggered programmed acquisitions. Here, absolute or relative power measurements are acquired for a fixed number of samples, thus for a fixed duration at a specific sampling rate and stored in the PM-1600’s RAM.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions A timed acquisition is enabled as soon as Start Program is pressed and continues for the time specified in the duration edit box or until the specified number of points has been acquired. If a delay was set in the delay edit box, the acquisition will start once the countdown has expired.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions 4. Use the up/down or left/right arrow keys to select the sampling rate as per table on page 45, and confirm by pressing ENTER. 4. Use the up/down or left/right arrow keys to select the sampling rate as per table on page 45, and confirm by pressing ENTER. If you want to set the number of points for the acquisition instead of the duration, skip step 5.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions Programming Timed Acquisitions 48 7. Press Start Program to enable the acquisition. Once the acquisition is enabled, you can disable it by selecting Stop Program and pressing ENTER. 7. Press Start Program to enable the acquisition. Once the acquisition is enabled, you can disable it by selecting Stop Program and pressing ENTER.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Conditional data acquisition can be performed by using a triggered acquisition, where data recording begins when a specified condition is met and continues until the specified number of points has been acquired or for the time specified in the duration edit box.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions To program a triggered acquisition, To program a triggered acquisition, 1. Set the power measurement parameters as required (see Customizing the PM-1600 Display on page 83). 1. Set the power measurement parameters as required (see Customizing the PM-1600 Display on page 83). 2. Press Program to access the Program menu. 2. Press Program to access the Program menu. 3.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions 5c. To set the trigger type, ➤ ➤ 5c. To set the trigger type, Press ENTER to access the trigger edit box, i.e.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions Programming Triggered Acquisitions If you want to set the duration of the acquisition instead of the number of points, skip step 6. If you want to set the duration of the acquisition instead of the number of points, skip step 6. 6. To set the number of points for the acquisition, 6. To set the number of points for the acquisition, 6a. Use the up/down or left/right arrow keys to select Points. 6a.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Saving a Program Configuration Saving a Program Configuration Saving a Program Configuration Saving a Program Configuration Once you have defined the parameters for a data acquisition, whether using timed or triggered mode, it is possible to save the configuration of the program. Up to three program configurations can be saved and recalled.
Programming Acquisitions Programming Acquisitions Recalling a Program Configuration Recalling a Program Configuration Recalling a Program Configuration 54 Recalling a Program Configuration Once you have saved a program configuration, you can recall it at any time. Once you have saved a program configuration, you can recall it at any time. To recall a configuration, To recall a configuration, 1. Set the power measurement parameters as required (see Customizing the PM-1600 Display on page 83). 1.
7 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 7 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 To make accurate, meaningful, and repeatable power measurements, it is important to consider the following points: To make accurate, meaningful, and repeatable power measurements, it is important to consider the following points: ➤ Connectors, fiber ends, ports, and detectors should be clean at all ➤ Connectors, fiber ends, ports, and detectors should be clean at all times.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Absolute Power Measurements Performing Absolute Power Measurements Performing Absolute Power Measurements Performing Absolute Power Measurements Absolute power measurements are necessary when performing system or component monitoring, quality control, system, or component acceptance and troubleshooting.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Measuring Insertion Loss Measuring Insertion Loss Measuring Insertion Loss Measuring Insertion Loss To ensure accurate measures for the insertion loss of a fiber-optic component, use a light source (FLS-2100) and a PM-1600 Power Meter. To ensure accurate measures for the insertion loss of a fiber-optic component, use a light source (FLS-2100) and a PM-1600 Power Meter.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Testing Instrument Linearity Testing Instrument Linearity 4. On the PM-1600 Power Meter, set the measurement units to dB or dBm and press Ref. The reference value has now been taken and the display should read 0.000 dB. 4. On the PM-1600 Power Meter, set the measurement units to dB or dBm and press Ref. The reference value has now been taken and the display should read 0.000 dB. 5.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Testing Instrument Linearity Testing Instrument Linearity When verifying instrument linearity, a linear variable attenuator (e.g., FVA-3100) is also required. Before verifying the linearity of an optical detector, you must confirm the linearity of the attenuator being used. When verifying instrument linearity, a linear variable attenuator (e.g., FVA-3100) is also required.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Characterizing an Optical Switch Characterizing an Optical Switch 3. At this time, both the attenuator and power meter will display 0.000 dB. Increase the attenuation using constant step sizes while recording the values from both displays (attenuator and power meter) at each step. Continue until the power meter indicates around −55 dB. The recorded values at each step should follow within permitted tolerances.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Characterizing an Optical Switch Characterizing an Optical Switch optical switch. For the latter test, the electrical signal that is used to command the switch is also connected to the external trigger input of the PM-1600. optical switch. For the latter test, the electrical signal that is used to command the switch is also connected to the external trigger input of the PM-1600.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Characterizing an Optical Switch Characterizing an Optical Switch 6. Change the switch position from one channel to the other. For each channel, take note of the relative power measurement when the channel is active. 6. Change the switch position from one channel to the other. For each channel, take note of the relative power measurement when the channel is active. 7.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Using the External Trigger Using the External Trigger 3. Set the power meter channels to the proper manual range, making sure that no saturation occurs on the active channel. 3. Set the power meter channels to the proper manual range, making sure that no saturation occurs on the active channel. 4. Select the highest Single sampling rate (4096 samples per second). 4.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Using the External Trigger Using the External Trigger Connecting a TTL Source to the External Trigger Connecting a TTL Source to the External Trigger A synchronizing signal from a signal generator or from a control circuit may be connected to the external trigger input of the PM-1600 if it does not exceed TTL levels. The illustration below displays a typical signal generator connection setup.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Using the Analog Output Using the Analog Output Using the Analog Output Using the Analog Output The analog output provides an electrical signal proportional to the optical power input on the detector. On a dual-channel high-speed power meter, this is only available for channel #1. The analog output provides an electrical signal proportional to the optical power input on the detector.
Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Performing Typical Tests with Your PM-1600 Using the Analog Output Using the Analog Output The user interface can be used to determine the operating power levels and to optimize the analog output range. Choose the optimum power range for your application. The following table provides the voltage vs. power information for each available manual range. Manual Range Power vs. Voltagea Manual Range Power vs. Voltagea LR1, HR1 2.15 V ± 25 %bat 18.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely 8 Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely 8 Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely The PM-1600 can be remotely controlled by either The PM-1600 can be remotely controlled by either ➤ a GPIB interface (through a GPIB cable connected to the GPIB port), or ➤ a GPIB interface (through a GPIB cable connected to the GPIB port), or ➤ an RS-232 interface (through a serial cable connect
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Setting Up the PM-1600 for Remote Control Setting Up the PM-1600 for Remote Control Setting Up the PM-1600 for Remote Control Setting Up the PM-1600 for Remote Control To remotely control the PM-1600, you need to set a GPIB address or activate the RS-232 port. To remotely control the PM-1600, you need to set a GPIB address or activate the RS-232 port. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Communication Parameters Communication Parameters Communication Parameters Communication Parameters For GPIB Communication For GPIB Communication Terminate Read on EOS a Terminate Read on EOSa Yes Set EOIb with EOS on Writes Yes Set EOIb with EOS on Writes Yes Type of compare on EOS 8-bits Type of compare on EOS 8-bits EOS byte 0Ah EOS byte 0Ah Send EOI at end of Writes Yes Send EOI at
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure Bit 70 Standard Status Data Structure The figures below illustrate the four common Status and Enable registers as defined by IEEE 488.2. These diagrams are a useful aid in understanding the general commands and how a service request (SRQ) is generated.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Standard Status Data Structure Standard Status Data Structure PON URQ CME EXE DDE QYE RQC OPC 7 & 6 & 5 6 3 2 1 0 PON URQ CME EXE DDE QYE RQC OPC Standard Event Status Register (ESR) 7 & & OR 7 4 5 & 4 & 3 6 & 5 & OR & 2 & 1 4 & 3 & 2 & & 0 PON URQ CME EXE DDE QYE RQC OPC Standard Event Status Enable Register (ESE) 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 & 1 0 & 0 PON URQ CME E
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Command Structure Command Structure An SRQ is forced when a bit is set in the STB. At the same time the corresponding SRE bit is set. When the SRQ is generated, the RQS bit is set to 1, and remains set until read by a serial poll. Once the RQS is read, it returns to 0. An SRQ is forced when a bit is set in the STB. At the same time the corresponding SRE bit is set.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely General Commands—Quick Reference General Commands—Quick Reference General Commands—Quick Reference General Commands—Quick Reference The PM-1600 recognizes the main commands identified in IEEE 488.2. These commands, as well as some optional general commands, the programming state commands, and some status queries, are summarized in the table below. For full explanation, see General Commands on page 111.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely General Commands—Quick Reference General Commands—Quick Reference Command Command Function *REMa Set Remote programming state *REMa Set Remote programming state *RST Reset command *RST Reset command *SRE Service request enable command *SRE Service request enable command *SRE? Service request enable query *SRE? Service request enable query *STB? Read status byte query *STB? Read statu
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference The following table contains a summary of the PM-1600 specific commands. If you need more information about these specific commands, see Specific Commands on page 118.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference Parameter/ Response Command READ [SCAL] POW Description (+999.9999E±99) for Stores and gets value W and W/W units DC? Parameter/ Response Command READ [SCAL] POW (+999.9999E±99) for Stores and gets value W and W/W units DC? (±999.9999) for dBm and dB units ALL POW (±999.9999) for dBm and dB units (+999.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference Parameter/ Response Command SENS FREQ CONT CATA? a NCON NCON? NCON POW CATA? RANG? Description Parameter/ Response Command (999.999;999.999;...) Lists low acquisition rates SENS FREQ [HZ] Sets programmed acquisition rate NCON (9999.999) Gets programmed acquisition rate NCON? (9999.999; 9999.999...
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference Parameter/ Response Command SENS POW UNIT a UNIT? WAVE a WAVE? TRAC a POIN? SEQ Sets power unit (0|1) Gets power unit LEV a LEV? SLOP a Parameter/ Response Command SENS POW UNIT a UNIT? [NM] Sets wavelength WAVE (9999.99) [NM] Gets wavelength WAVE? Gets measurements (+999.
Command TRIG UNIT SEQ Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Specific Commands—Quick Reference Specific Commands—Quick Reference Parameter/ Response Description STAT <0|1> Activates/deactivates trigger STAT? (0|1) Checks if trigger is active <0|1|2|3| Sets display unit POW Command TRIG UNIT SEQ <0|1> Activates/deactivates trigger STAT? (0|1) Checks if trigger is active <0|1|2|3| Sets display unit POW DB|DBM|W|W/W> T
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Error Messages Error Messages Error Messages Error Messages System and device-specific errors are managed by the PM-1600. The generic format for error messages is illustrated in the following figure. , “ ; System and device-specific errors are managed by the PM-1600.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) Error Number Description SCPI Management Errors (System Errors) Error Number Probable Cause Description Probable Cause −100 “Command error” An error occurred while validating a command. −100 “Command error” An error occurred while validating a command.
Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely Controlling the PM-1600 Automatically or Remotely PM-1600 Error Messages PM-1600 Error Messages PM-1600 Error Messages Error Number Description PM-1600 Error Messages Error Number Probable Cause Description Probable Cause 1602 “Invalid channel” The specified channel number is invalid. 1602 “Invalid channel” The specified channel number is invalid.
9 Customizing the PM-1600 Display 9 Setting Backlight Customizing the PM-1600 Display Setting Backlight In certain circumstances, you might want to deactivate the backlight that illuminates the display. In certain circumstances, you might want to deactivate the backlight that illuminates the display. To deactivate the backlight, To deactivate the backlight, 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 2. Press ENTER to access the System Setup menu. 2.
Customizing the PM-1600 Display Customizing the PM-1600 Display Setting Display Contrast Setting Display Contrast Setting Display Contrast Setting Display Contrast To set the contrast, To set the contrast, 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 1. Press Setup to access the Setup menu. 2. Press ENTER to access the System Setup menu. 2. Press ENTER to access the System Setup menu. 3. Use the up/down or left/right arrow keys to select Contrast. 3.
Customizing the PM-1600 Display Customizing the PM-1600 Display Choosing Video Mode Choosing Video Mode Sampling 256Hz RS232/GPIB GPIB Sampling 256Hz RS232/GPIB GPIB Refresh Rate 16Hz GPIB Addr. 15 Refresh Rate 16Hz GPIB Addr. 15 Backlight ON Save #3 Backlight ON Save #3 Recall #3 Contrast Recall #3 Contrast Video Mode STD Video Mode Exit STD Exit Sampling 256Hz RS232/GPIB GPIB Sampling 256Hz RS232/GPIB GPIB Refresh Rate 16Hz GPIB Addr.
Customizing the PM-1600 Display Customizing the PM-1600 Display Choosing Video Mode Choosing Video Mode System Parameters System Parameters Refresh rate 4 Hz Refresh rate 4 Hz Sampling rate 4 Hz Sampling rate 4 Hz Backlight ON Backlight ON Video mode Standard Video mode RS-232/GPIB address 12 RS-232/GPIB address 12 Active channel #1 Active channel #1 Active program #1 Active program #1 Shortlisted wavelengths Six wavelengths (see note on page 26) with CF OFF Shortlisted wa
10 Maintenance 10 Maintenance To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, ➤ Keep the unit free of dust. ➤ Keep the unit free of dust. ➤ Clean the unit casing with a tissue that has been slightly dampened ➤ Clean the unit casing with a tissue that has been slightly dampened with water. ➤ Store unit at room temperature in a clean and dry area. ➤ Store unit at room temperature in a clean and dry area. ➤ Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Fixed Connectors Cleaning Fixed Connectors IMPORTANT IMPORTANT To help keep the various connectors and adapters clean, EXFO recommends that you install protective caps when the unit is not in use. You should also clean the fiber ends before every connection. To help keep the various connectors and adapters clean, EXFO recommends that you install protective caps when the unit is not in use. You should also clean the fiber ends before every connection.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Fixed Connectors Cleaning Fixed Connectors 6. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol. 6. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Alcohol may leave traces if used abundantly. Avoid contact between the tip of the bottle and the cleaning tip, and do not use bottles that distribute too much alcohol at a time.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters Regular cleaning of connectors equipped with EUI/EUA adapters will help maintain optimum performance. There is no need to disassemble the unit. Regular cleaning of connectors equipped with EUI/EUA adapters will help maintain optimum performance.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning Connectors Equipped with EUI/EUA Adapters 3. Gently wipe the connector and ferrule. 3. Gently wipe the connector and ferrule. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Isopropyl alcohol takes approximately ten seconds to evaporate. Since isopropyl alcohol is not absolutely pure, evaporation will leave microscopic residues. Make sure you dry the surfaces before evaporation occurs.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning EUI/EUA Adapters To clean EUI/EUA adapters, To clean EUI/EUA adapters, 1. Remove the EUI/EUA adapter from the module connector. 1. Remove the EUI/EUA adapter from the module connector. Push Push Turn Turn 1 1 2 2 Pull 3 3 2. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.5 mm tip) provided by EXFO with only one drop of isopropyl alcohol. 92 Pull 2. Moisten a cleaning tip (2.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning EUI/EUA Adapters Cleaning EUI/EUA Adapters 3. Slowly insert the cleaning tip into the adapter until it comes out on the other side (a slow clockwise rotating movement may help). 4 3. Slowly insert the cleaning tip into the adapter until it comes out on the other side (a slow clockwise rotating movement may help). 3 4 5 3 5 4. Gently turn the cleaning tip one full turn. 4. Gently turn the cleaning tip one full turn. 5.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Detector Ports Cleaning Detector Ports Cleaning Detector Ports Cleaning Detector Ports IMPORTANT IMPORTANT To help keep the detectors and adapters clean, EXFO recommends that you install protective caps when the unit is not in use. You should also clean the fiber ends before every connection. To help keep the detectors and adapters clean, EXFO recommends that you install protective caps when the unit is not in use.
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Analog Output and External Trigger Ports Cleaning the Analog Output and External Trigger Ports CAUTION CAUTION To avoid breaking the detector window during cleaning, be careful not to apply too much pressure on it. To avoid breaking the detector window during cleaning, be careful not to apply too much pressure on it. 5. While applying light pressure, gently rotate the cleaning tip on the detector window. 5.
Maintenance Maintenance Replacing the Fuse Replacing the Fuse Replacing the Fuse Replacing the Fuse The PM-1600 contains two fuses of type IEC, 250 V, 2 A, fast blow 0.197" x 0.787"/5 mm x 20 mm. The fuse holder is located at the back of the PM-1600, just beside the power inlet. The PM-1600 contains two fuses of type IEC, 250 V, 2 A, fast blow 0.197" x 0.787"/5 mm x 20 mm. The fuse holder is located at the back of the PM-1600, just beside the power inlet.
Maintenance Maintenance Recalibrating the Unit Recalibrating the Unit Recalibrating the Unit Recalibrating the Unit If a calibration due date is not indicated on the calibration label, this means that the calibration certificate for your instrument has been modified to follow the ISO/IEC 17025 standard. If a calibration due date is not indicated on the calibration label, this means that the calibration certificate for your instrument has been modified to follow the ISO/IEC 17025 standard.
Maintenance Maintenance Software Upgrade Software Upgrade 98 To perform a software upgrade, To perform a software upgrade, 1. Turn off the PM-1600. 1. Turn off the PM-1600. 2. Connect one end of a null modem cable to the PM-1600 RS-232 serial port and the other end to an unused communication port on your computer (ex. COM2). 2. Connect one end of a null modem cable to the PM-1600 RS-232 serial port and the other end to an unused communication port on your computer (ex. COM2). 3.
Maintenance Maintenance Software Upgrade Software Upgrade 9. Once you see the “Waiting for device handshake” message, turn on the PM-1600. The PM-1600 screen will remain off; the unit will beep once and programming will start automatically. A progress bar on the computer screen will indicate the status of the software upgrade. 9. Once you see the “Waiting for device handshake” message, turn on the PM-1600.
11 Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause 11 Troubleshooting Recommended Action Problem Probable Cause Recommended Action - - - - - - - displayed as power value. Power level is below the minimum detectable power. Select Autorange if a manual range is selected, or choose a lower manual range. - - - - - - - displayed as power value. Power level is below the minimum detectable power. Select Autorange if a manual range is selected, or choose a lower manual range. +++++++ displayed as power value.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site 102 Finding Information on the EXFO Web Site The EXFO Web site provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the use of your product. The EXFO Web site provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the use of your product. To access FAQs, To access FAQs, 1.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Contacting the Technical Support Group Contacting the Technical Support Group Contacting the Technical Support Group Contacting the Technical Support Group To obtain after-sales service or technical support for this product, contact EXFO at one of the following numbers. The Technical Support Group is available to take your calls from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Eastern Time in North America).
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Transportation Transportation Transportation 104 Transportation Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit. Transportation damage can occur from improper handling. The following steps are recommended to minimize the possibility of damage: Maintain a temperature range within specifications when transporting the unit. Transportation damage can occur from improper handling.
12 Warranty 12 Warranty General Information General Information EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. EXFO also warrants that this equipment will meet applicable specifications under normal use. EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original shipment.
Warranty Warranty Liability Liability Liability Liability EXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the purchased product, nor shall be responsible for any failure in the performance of other items to which the purchased product is connected or the operation of any system of which the purchased product may be a part.
Warranty Warranty Service and Repairs Service and Repairs Service and Repairs Service and Repairs EXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years after the date of purchase. EXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years after the date of purchase. To send any equipment for service or repair, To send any equipment for service or repair, 1. Call one of EXFO’s authorized service centers (see EXFO Service Centers Worldwide on page 108).
Warranty Warranty EXFO Service Centers Worldwide EXFO Service Centers Worldwide EXFO Service Centers Worldwide EXFO Service Centers Worldwide If you think your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center. If you think your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center.
A Technical Specifications A Technical Specifications IMPORTANT IMPORTANT The technical specifications for this product can change without notice. The information presented in this section is provided as a reference only. To obtain this product’s most recent technical specifications, visit the EXFO Web site at www.exfo.com.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Electrical and Environmental Specifications Electrical and Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Operating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Relative humidity 0 % to 80 % non-condensing.a Relative humidity 0 % to 80 % non-condensing.
B Remote Control (SCPI) Commands B General Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands The PM-1600 recognizes the main commands identified in IEEE 488.2. These commands, as well as some optional general commands, the programming state commands, and some status queries, are fully explained on the following pages. The PM-1600 recognizes the main commands identified in IEEE 488.2.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands General Commands *ESE? *ESE? Description This query reads the contents of the Standard Event Status Enable Register (ESE). Description This query reads the contents of the Standard Event Status Enable Register (ESE). Syntax *ESE? Syntax *ESE? Response A binary integer between 0 and 255. Response A binary integer between 0 and 255.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands General Commands *LOK *LOK Description This command is used to set the Remote Lockout programming state, i.e., to lock and unlock the PM-1600 keypad. Once the PM-1600 keypad is locked, no external input can interfere with the GPIB communication. The only way to unlock the keypad is to use the *LOK command again or turn off the unit. Description This command is used to set the Remote Lockout programming state, i.e.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands General Commands *REM 114 *REM Description This command is used to set the Remote programming state. Description This command is used to set the Remote programming state. Syntax *REM Syntax *REM Parameters The parameter can be “1” to set the Remote programming state to Remote or “0” to set the Remote progamming state to Local.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands General Commands *SRE *SRE Description This command sets bits in the Service Request Enable Register (SRE; initial value is 255), and enables the corresponding bit in the Status Byte Register (STB). The command can be used to select which events can initiate a service request.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands General Commands SYSTem:ERRor? SYSTem:ERRor? Description This command returns the next error on the list. When an error is generated, an error number is sent to the error list. The error list is accessed with the SYST:ERR? query. If the list contains 20 errors and a new error occurs, the first error will be erased. Description This command returns the next error on the list.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands General Commands General Commands *TST? *TST? Description This query initiates an internal self-test and returns a binary value indicating the results of the test. If an error occurs, it is possible to return the error using the SYST:ERR? query. Description This query initiates an internal self-test and returns a binary value indicating the results of the test.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands There are some commands specific to the PM-1600. These commands are fully explained on the following pages. There are some commands specific to the PM-1600. These commands are fully explained on the following pages.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands FORMat:READings[:DATA] FORMat:READings[:DATA] Description This command changes the resolution of the displayed power value when dB or dBm is selected (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands INITiate:AUTOstop INITiate:AUTOstop Description This command starts or stops an acquisition using the number of points set with the TRAC:POIN command, and the sampling rate set with the SENS:FREQ[:CONT] or the SENS:FREQ:NCON commands. If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands INITiate:CONTinuous INITiate:CONTinuous Description This command starts or stops power measurements (for both channels when using a PM-1620) in power measurement mode. Description This command starts or stops power measurements (for both channels when using a PM-1620) in power measurement mode.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands INITiate[:IMMediate] INITiate[:IMMediate] Description This command stores a power measurement value (for both channels when using a PM-1620). Description This command stores a power measurement value (for both channels when using a PM-1620).
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands READ:ALL:POWer:DC? READ:ALL:POWer:DC? Description This command returns the power of both channels in their respective current unit. Description This command returns the power of both channels in their respective current unit. Syntax READ:ALL:POW:DC? Syntax READ:ALL:POW:DC? Response Returns two values in the +999.9999E±99 format for W and W/W units and ±999.9999 for dBm and dB units.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands 124 SENSe:AVERage:COUNt SENSe:AVERage:COUNt Description This command sets the number of power measurements that will be used to compute data averaging. If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised. Description This command sets the number of power measurements that will be used to compute data averaging.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:AVERage[:STATe] SENSe:AVERage[:STATe] Description This command activates or deactivates data averaging (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised. Description This command activates or deactivates data averaging (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620).
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands 126 SENSe:CORRection:COLLect:ZERO SENSe:CORRection:COLLect:ZERO Description This command performs an offset nulling measurement (on the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620). If light is detected, the “Light detected” error message is raised. If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:CORRection:OFFSet[:MAGNitude] SENSe:CORRection:OFFSet[:MAGNitude] Description This command sets a correction factor (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620). The correction factor will be a positive or negative value when dB or dBm units are selected, or a positive value when W units are selected.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:CORRection:OFFSet:MAGNitude? SENSe:CORRection:OFFSet:MAGNitude? Description This command returns the correction factor for the channel currently used in the unit. Description This command returns the correction factor for the channel currently used in the unit.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:FREQuency:CONTinuous? SENSe:FREQuency:CONTinuous? Description This query returns the current sampling rate in power measurement mode. Description This query returns the current sampling rate in power measurement mode. Syntax SENS:FREQ:CONT? Syntax SENS:FREQ:CONT? Response The current sampling rate in the “999.999” format. Response The current sampling rate in the “999.999” format.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:FREQuency:NCONtinuous SENSe:FREQuency:NCONtinuous Description This command sets the sampling rate in program mode, i.e., a high sampling rate. If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised. Description This command sets the sampling rate in program mode, i.e., a high sampling rate.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:FREQuency:NCONtinuous:CATAlog? SENSe:FREQuency:NCONtinuous:CATAlog? Description This query returns the list of available sampling rates in program mode. Description This query returns the list of available sampling rates in program mode. Syntax SENS:FREQ:NCON:CAT? Syntax SENS:FREQ:NCON:CAT? Response The list of available sampling rates in program mode in the “9999;999;...” format.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands 132 SENSe:POWer:RANGe:AUTO SENSe:POWer:RANGe:AUTO Description This command sets the power measurement range to automatic (Autorange), for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620. If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:RANGe:AUTO? SENSe:POWer:RANGe:AUTO? Description This query returns a value indicating whether Autorange is enabled or disabled (for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620). Description This query returns a value indicating whether Autorange is enabled or disabled (for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620).
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:RANGe:HIGH SENSe:POWer:RANGe:HIGH Description This command sets the power measurement range to manual high (for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:RANGe:LOW SENSe:POWer:RANGe:LOW Description This command sets the power measurement range to manual low (for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:REFerence? SENSe:POWer:REFerence? Description This query returns the reference power for the current wavelength (for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620). Description This query returns the reference power for the current wavelength (for the currently selected channel when using a PM-1620). Syntax SENS:POW:REF? Syntax SENS:POW:REF? Response Power mesurement in the “+999.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:REFerence:STATe SENSe:POWer:REFerence:STATe Description This command selects whether absolute (dBm or W) or relative (dB or W/W) power measurements are performed (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:UNIT SENSe:POWer:UNIT Description This command changes the absolute measurement display unit: dBm or W (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands SENSe:POWer:WAVElength SENSe:POWer:WAVElength Description This command selects a new operating wavelength (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620). If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised. Description This command selects a new operating wavelength (for the selected channel when using a PM-1620).
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands TRACe:DATA? Description This query indicates the data segment to be returned. Each segment contains between 1 and 128 data. If the segment requested by the user is not valid, no data is included in the segment and the “Segment not allowed” error message will be raised. Description This query indicates the data segment to be returned. Each segment contains between 1 and 128 data.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands TRACe:POINts TRACe:POINts Description This command sets the number of points that will be used in the acquisition in the “9999” format. The maximum number of points depends on the number of channels available on the PM-1600 and on the selected sampling rate. If this command is sent while an acquisition is in progress, the “Acquisition already running” error message will be raised.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands 142 TRIGger:SEQuence:LEVel TRIGger:SEQuence:LEVel Description This command sets the power level of the trigger condition to be met to start an acquisition in dBm or W, depending on the currently selected unit. The trigger level must be set in absolute power measurement mode and must be within the range of the active channel.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands TRIGger:SEQuence:LEVel? TRIGger:SEQuence:LEVel? Description This query returns the power level of the trigger condition to be met to start an acquisition, in dBm or W depending on the currently selected unit. Description This query returns the power level of the trigger condition to be met to start an acquisition, in dBm or W depending on the currently selected unit.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands TRIGger:SEQuence:SLOPe? TRIGger:SEQuence:SLOPe? Description This query returns the rising or falling edge status of the trigger condition, i.e., whether positive or negative TTL voltage transitions will trigger the acquisition. Description This query returns the rising or falling edge status of the trigger condition, i.e., whether positive or negative TTL voltage transitions will trigger the acquisition.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands TRIGger:SEQuence:SOURce? TRIGger:SEQuence:SOURce? Description This query returns the source of the trigger condition. Description This query returns the source of the trigger condition.
Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Remote Control (SCPI) Commands Specific Commands Specific Commands TRIGger:SEQuence:STATe? TRIGger:SEQuence:STATe? Description This query returns the status of the trigger condition. Description This query returns the status of the trigger condition.
Index Index C A absolute power displayed value ................................ 14, 15 monitoring ............................................ 56 negative value ....................................... 15 performing measurements in ................ 56 AC requirements ........................................... 7 acquisition delay...................................................... 46 duration of ............................................ 52 duration setting.....................................
Index Index expressed in W/W ............................ 19, 30 location on display ................................ 13 selecting ................................................ 30 setting ................................................... 30 CSA ...............................................................vi current software version ............................. 97 customer service........................................ 107 D data acquisitions, programming.................... 45 averaging.........
Index H high range................................................... 22 high-speed acquisition ................................ 45 HR marker ................................................... 23 I identification label ................................ 3, 103 IEEE 488.2 ........................................... 73, 111 insertion loss measurement............................. 16, 57, 58 instrument linearity testing ......................... 58 inverted video mode ...................................
Index Index O offset nulling constants ............................................... 12 description............................................. 11 offset value entering a specific value ........................ 20 setting ................................................... 20 on/off button ............................................ 2, 9 optical detector linearity testing.................. 60 optical switch characterization.................... 60 P PG marker ..........................................
Index register number display of ............................................... 41 in memory ............................................. 41 marker ................................................... 42 registers ESE ........................................................ 70 ESR ........................................................ 70 SRE ........................................................ 70 STE......................................................... 70 relative mode accessing ................
Index Index software upgrade................................................. 97 version number........................................ 9 source of a triggered acquisition................. 50 specific commands.................................... 118 specifications about the product....... 102, 109 standard deviation of an acquisition ........... 24 standard event status enable register (ESE) .............................. 70 register (ESR) ......................................... 70 startup information..
