Coherent Solutions matrIQ 1000 Series User manual

matrIQ-Switch1000/1100/1400 Series
Optical Switch
USER MANUAL

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1. Contents
1Conventions ....................................................................................................................4
2Safety Information .........................................................................................................5
3Introducing the matrIQ Switch –Optical Switch .......................................................6
matrIQ Switch Overview & Features...................................................................................... 6
Status LED .................................................................................................................................. 7
3.2.1 For matrIQ Switch: 1x1 and 1x4 models ...................................................................... 7
3.2.2 For matrIQ Switch: Crossover models.......................................................................... 7
3.2.3 For matrIQ Switch: Duplex models................................................................................ 7
3.2.4 For matrIQ Switch: 1xN models ..................................................................................... 7
4Connecting Optical Input...............................................................................................8
Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers............................................................................... 8
5matrIQ Installation Information....................................................................................9
6cohesionUI™................................................................................................................. 10
Finding the IP address............................................................................................................10
Home .........................................................................................................................................10
Modules.....................................................................................................................................11
Settings .....................................................................................................................................11
Info .............................................................................................................................................12
7Network and Update settings.................................................................................... 13
Updating Firmware and cohesionUI....................................................................................13
7.1.1 Resetting the matrIQ instrument .................................................................................13
Configuring the Network Interface settings.......................................................................14
7.2.1 Setting the USB IP address...........................................................................................14
7.2.2 Setting the Ethernet IP address ...................................................................................15
8matrIQ Switch control with cohesionUI ................................................................... 17
Setting Channel parameter values.......................................................................................18
9Programming Guide.................................................................................................... 19
Programming Conventions ...................................................................................................19
Common System Command Summary .............................................................................20
Common System Command Descriptions ........................................................................20
Specific Command Summary...............................................................................................21
Specific Command Descriptions..........................................................................................22
9.5.1 Slot Commands...............................................................................................................22
9.5.2 Configuration Commands.............................................................................................23

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10 Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 24
11 Technical Support ....................................................................................................... 25
Contacting the Technical Support Group ...........................................................................25
Transportation .........................................................................................................................25
12 Warranty....................................................................................................................... 26
General Information................................................................................................................26
Liability.......................................................................................................................................26
Exclusions.................................................................................................................................26
Certification ..............................................................................................................................27
Service and Repairs ................................................................................................................27

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1Conventions
Before using the instrument described in this manual, take note of the following conventions:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury. Do not proceed unless the required
conditions are met and understood.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. Do not proceed unless the required
conditions are met and understood.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in component damage. Do not proceed unless the required
conditions are met and understood.
IMPORTANT
Refers to information about this product you should not overlook.

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2Safety Information
Before using the matrIQ Switch module, ensure that the following safety information has
been read and understood.
WARNING
•Do not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active.
Care must be taken to ensure that the instrument has been turned
OFF before inspecting the end face(s) of the instrument, or any
optical patch cords connected to this instrument. Never look
directly into a live fiber; ensure that your eyes are protected at all
times.
•The use of controls, adjustments and procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous situations or
impair the protection provided by this unit.
CAUTION
The matrIQ Switch instruments are sensitive to electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Store the instruments in protective electrostatic packaging.
IMPORTANT
•For electromagnetic compatibility, this instrument is a Class A
product. It is intended for use in an industrial environment. There
may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic
compatibility in other environments, due to conducted as well as
radiated disturbances.
•Wherever the symbol is printed on the unit, refer to the
instructions provided in the device documentation for related
safety information Ensure that the required conditions are met
and understood before using the product.

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3Introducing the matrIQ Switch –Optical Switch
matrIQ Switch Overview & Features
The matrIQ-Switch optical switches offer fast and repeatable optical switching in a compact
design with simple USB or Ethernet connectivity
This manual applies to MatrIQ-Switch-1000/1100/1400 Series.
1
Status LEDs
2
Optical Connector type
3
Common Optical port
4
Routing Optical ports
45
On/ Off push button
6
Ethernet port
7
Ventilation fan (DO NOT OBSTRUCT)
8
USB Type B port
9
Power supply port
10
IP Address LCD Screen

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Status LED
The Status LEDs are used to denote the operation state of the matrIQ Switch, and will indicate
which state the switch is in.
The different colors have slightly different meanings for the different matrIQ Switch models.
3.2.1 For matrIQ Switch: 1x1 and 1x4 models
•Blinking yellow - Indicates initialization on startup.
•All off - Indicates that the matrIQ Switch is in the PARK state (State 0).
•Solid green - Indicates which state the matrIQ Switch is routed to.
•Solid red - Indicates a Switch error. Most often this means an invalid route position.
3.2.2 For matrIQ Switch: Crossover models
The matrIQ Switch -XXX4 is a 2x2 crossover switch. This means that it has only 2 valid states:
Transmit (T) and Cross.(C)
•Solid green - Indicates which state the matrIQ Switch is in (default is T)
•Solid red - Indicates there was an error in switching states. Only 1 LED will light up.
3.2.3 For matrIQ Switch: Duplex models
The matrIQ Switch -XXX5 is a duplex switch. This means that it has only 2 valid states: 1and
2.
•Solid green –Indicates which state the matrIQ Switch is in (default is 1)
•Blinking red - Indicates there was an error in switching states. Only 1 LED will light up.
3.2.4 For matrIQ Switch: 1xN models
•Blinking yellow - Indicates initialization on startup.
•Solid green - Indicates successful initialization and communication.
•Solid red - Indicates a Switch error. Most likely an initialization error at startup.

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4Connecting Optical Input
IMPORTANT
To ensure maximum power and to avoid erroneous readings always
inspect fiber end faces. Make sure they are cleaned as detailed below
before inserting into any port. Coherent Solutions is not responsible for
damage or errors caused by bad fiber cleaning or handling.
CAUTION
The type of optical connectors on the matrIQ Switch instrument can be
found printed on the front plate of the module. Joining mismatched
connectors will damage the ferrules and fibre faces.
Cleaning and Connecting Optical Fibers
To connect the fiber-optic cable to the port:
1. Inspect the fiber using a fiber inspection microscope. If the fiber is clean, proceed to
connect it to the desired port. If the fiber is dirty, clean it as detailed below.
2. Clean fiber ends as follows:
aGently wipe the fiber end with a lint-free swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol.
bUse compressed air to dry completely.
cVisually inspect the fiber end to ensure its cleanliness.
3. Carefully align the connector and port to prevent the fiber end from touching the outside
of the port or rubbing against other surfaces. If the connector features a key, ensure that
it is correctly mated into the corresponding notch of the port bulkhead.
4. Push the connector in so that the fiber-optic cable is firmly in place, thus ensuring
adequate contact. If your connector features a screw sleeve, tighten the connector
enough to firmly maintain the fiber in place. Do not over tighten, as this will damage the
fiber and the port bulkhead.
Note: If your fiber-optic cable is not properly aligned and/or connected, you will notice large
signal loss and reflection.
Coherent Solutions uses high quality connectors in compliance with EIA-455-21A standards.
To keep connectors clean and in good condition, Coherent Solutions strongly recommends
inspecting them with a fiber inspection probe before connecting them. Failure to do so will
result in permanent damage to the connectors and degradation of future measurements.

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5matrIQ Installation Information
IMPORTANT
If another matrIQ instrument is already connected to the client
computer over USB, consult the Network and Update settings
section below on configuring the Ethernet/USB IP address for multi
instrument control.
Communication with the matrIQ Switch can be realised over an Ethernet or USB connection.
Both connection methods will allow control of the instrument through the cohesionUI™
graphical user interface and with SCPI commands.
In order to control or communicate with the matrIQ Switch, a USB driver needs to be installed
onto the client computer.
The matrIQ Installer (included on the provided USB drive as MatrIQ-1.X.X.exe) will install the
driver and create a Desktop icon to help connect to the cohesionUI running on your matrIQ
Switch instrument.
The matrIQ Installer is also available for download at:
https://www.coherent-solutions.com/resources/matriq/
1. Run the matrIQ Installer
Double click and run the MatrIQ-1.X.X.exe matrIQ Installer from the provided USB drive.
2. Run the matrIQ application
Double click and run the MatrIQ desktop application.
Follow the on-screen prompts from the MatrIQ application landing page to use cohesionUI to
control the matrIQ instrument.

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6cohesionUI™
cohesionUI is a graphical user interface (GUI) that makes it simple to control any Coherent
Solutions matrIQ instrument from a PC or mobile device. Its cutting-edge design offers a
sleek modern interface, cross device compatibility, multi instrument control, customizable
views and remote network access.
Finding the IP address
The IP address of the matrIQ is displayed on the LCD screen on the back of the instrument.
Irrespective on the operation mode of the matrIQ (access over USB or Ethernet), the
appropriate IP address will be displayed on the screen.
Note: When both Ethernet and USB cables are connected to the matrIQ Instrument, the
displayed IP address on the LCD will toggle between the USB and Ethernet IP addresses.
Launch Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge on a computer, and type in the matrIQ instrument
IP address into the address bar of the browser eg 10.10.10.89.
If needed, the IP address can be statically assigned to the Ethernet or USB connection. For
more information see Section 7.
Home
After entering in the IP address of the matrIQ instrument and pressing enter, the cohesionUI
Home page will be displayed. It will show a graphical representation of the module
arrangement in the matrIQ instrument.

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Modules
The controls for a given channel of the matrIQ instrument can be accessed by hovering over
the Modules button. A specific channel in the instrument can be accessed by clicking the
appropriate dropdown menu item.
Settings
The settings for the instrument can be accessed by either hovering over the Settings button
or clicking the button. Both actions will allow access to the units displayed in the module
controls.
In the Settings menu, the step size value can be set. This is the amount by which the
attenuation, frequency, wavelength or power will increment and decrement by when the +or -
buttons are clicked.

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The network configuration control panel enables the user to set the preferred communication
interface (Ethernet or USB). See Network and Update settings (section 7) for further details.
Note: The Network interface controls are only available when connected over USB.
Info
The Info button can be clicked at any time to pull up a display bar on the right side of the
screen This will show the manufacturer, model and serial number of the instrument, the
cohesionUI version number and the Firmware version.

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7Network and Update settings
Updating Firmware and cohesionUI
The Firmware or cohesionUI versions running on the matrIQ instrument can be updated using
the update utility on the Settings page.
For the latest firmware and cohesionUI version files email [e-mail],
along with the matrIQ instrument serial and model numbers.
7.1.1 Resetting the matrIQ instrument
If for any reason there is an issue with the matrIQ instrument, it can be reverted to factory
settings using the FACTORY RESET utility.
Note: Any IP address settings will be reverted to factory settings when the matrIQ instrument
is reset.

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Configuring the Network Interface settings
The matrIQ instruments can operate over either an Ethernet or USB connection. To
communicate with the instrument, the IP address is required.
Note: The Network interface controls are only available when connected over USB. When
connected over Ethernet these settings will be locked, as shown above (highlighted in red).
In order to configure ANY network interface settings, the matrIQ instrument will have to be
connected via a USB cable to a computer.
7.2.1 Setting the USB IP address
When connected via USB, the default IP address is 192.168.101.201. This is a static address
set during instrument calibration. If necessary, this address can be changed.
Typing in the default IP address of 192.168.101.201 in a supported web browser will open the
cohesionUI page for the instrument. Navigating to the Settings page, the Network Interface
configuration controls will be available.

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The value in the 3rd octet of the IP address can be changed to any available value. It is
important to make sure that any other instruments connected to the computer do not share
this new IP address, as there will be an addressing conflict.
Clicking APPLY will write the new IP address to the instrument settings. Once set, the new IP
address will be displayed on the LCD screen on the back of the instrument.
7.2.2 Setting the Ethernet IP address
The default Ethernet IP addressing method is dynamic, as the DHCP will automatically assign
the instrument an IP address. This address can be found on the back of the instrument on the
LCD screen.
While connected over USB, typing in the assigned IP address in a supported web browser will
open the cohesionUI page for the instrument. Navigating to the Settings page, the Network
Interface configuration controls will be available.
The addressing method can be changed to a static method, where the matrIQ instrument will
always have the same IP address over Ethernet.

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Typing in a valid IP address and Subnet mask, and then clicking APPLY will save the IP
address into the settings of the instrument.
To test if the IP addressing has worked, power OFF the instrument, and disconnect the USB
cable.

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8matrIQ Switch control with cohesionUI
To control the matrIQ-Switch through cohesionUI, click the desired channel from the
dropdown while hovering on the Modules button, or click Home to display controls for all
channels.
Information relating to the instrument such as the model number, serial number and firmware
versions are displayed in the top right corner of the window.
The matrIQ-Switch will display all the available routing options to select between. All of the
1xN switch models have a PARK state.
When selected, this state will not route the light through ANY of the ports. The PARK state is
the default state for any matrIQ-Switch module.

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Setting Channel parameter values
To route the matrIQ-Switch to the desired port, click the Port number, eg PORT 2.
The matrIQ-Switch can route the light very quickly, however cohesionUI takes a few seconds
to update the displayed routing.
Therefore, there is a slight delay between re-routing the matrIQ-Switch and the UI updating
the window. A blue tick mark will be displayed beside the current routed port.

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9Programming Guide
Introduction
Remote communication with the CSLServer is achieved through the Standard Commands for
Programmable Instruments (SCPI). Support for VISA I/O API over TCP/IP is provided by the
VXI-11 compliant CSLServer. With VISA communication drivers installed on the client, the
implementation of VISA programming within environments such as MATLAB becomes
available. This guide provides general information on the commands available to
communicate with the CSLServer remotely using the VISA I/O.
Programming Conventions
This section details the programming and measurement conventions to follow while
executing the commands for the CSLServer.
Parameter
Default Unit
Alternative Units
Power
DBM
DBM
Frequency
HZ
THZ, GHZ, MHZ, KHZ
Frequency Fine
HZ
THZ, GHZ, MHZ, KHZ
Wavelength
M
NM, PM
Argument
Data Format
<wsp>
Specifies whitespace character (0116 –0916, 0B16 –2016).
<value>
Is numerical data, an integer, a decimal, exponential (10e-9 or 5.8e6)
or string
[VALUE1|VALUE2]
A parameter choice. The ‘|’ separates the unique parameters
available, only one of the choices can be used. In the example, either
the input parameter [VALUE1] or [VALUE2] can be used, but not both.
Some commands may have more than two choices available.
This parameter can be omitted where the command has a default
defined in the command description.
Index Addressing of Modules (slot, source) and Units (channel)
When executing commands, it is almost always necessary to provide the index of a specific
laser module.
For the commands that require index values:
•<n>: is the slot index of a matrIQ instrument, this is always <1>.
•<m>: is the channel index of a specific unit in the module, this is an integer, <1, 2, 3, 4 >.
Message Queues
Information is exchanged in the form of messages. These messages are held in input and
output queues.
The output queue stores responses to query commands. The CSLServer transmits any data
in the output queue when a read request is received. Unless explicitly specified otherwise in
the command description, all output response data is transmitted in ASCII format.