EXFO IQ-206 User manual

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IQ-206 ExpansionUnit
InstructionManual
November 1 995
PIN: MAN-057-1.2AN
Second Edition
Software Version 1.0
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The informationcontainedin this document is subject to change without
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General Safety Information
The following safety precautions must be observed during the operation and
servicing of the unit. 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.
This is a Safety Class
1 instrument manufactured and tested according to
international safety standards.
Safety Precautions
Before powering ON, we strongly suggest that you read and comply with the
recommendations given in the sections
General Safety Information and
Module Setup. These instructions and indications must be followed to ensure
safe operation of the unit.
In addition, please follow the safety precautions listed below:
Unit covers cannot be removed during operation.
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 will cause a
potential shock hazard and possible personal injury.
Whenever the ground protection is impaired, the unit must not be used and
be secured against any accidental or unintended operation.
Only fuses with the required rated current and specified type (normal
blow, time delay, etc.) may be used for replacement. Do not use repaired
fuses or short-circuit fuseholders.
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Any adjustments, maintenance, and repair of opened units under voltage
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should be avoided and carried out only by skilled personnel aware of the
hazard involved. Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless
another person qualified in first aid is present. Do not replace any
components while power cable is connected.
Operation of any electrical instrument around flammable gases or fumes
constitutes a major safety hazard.
Installation of substitute parts or modification of the unit should be carried
out by authorized personnel only.
Capacitors inside the unit may be charged even if the unit has been
disconnected from its electrical supply.
WARNING
Toavoid electrical shock, do not operate the unit if there are signs of
damage to any part of the outer surface (covers,panels, etc.).
AC Requirements
The IQ-203lIQ-206 can operate from any single-phase AC power source
between
100 V and 260 V for the IQ-203(47 to 63 Hz), and 100 V to 120 V
and 200 V to 240 V for the IQ-206 (50160 Hz). The maximum power
consumption is
85 VA for the IQ-203 and 210 VA for the IQ-206, with all
options installed.
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Power Cable
This unit 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. The figure below illustrates the
different power cables available.
SOUTHAFRICA UNITEDSTATES
Power Cable Plug Identification
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WARNING A
Toavoid serious injury, thefollowing precautions must be observed before
powering
ON the unit.
If the unit is to bepowered via anauto transformerfor voltage
reduction, the common terminal must be connected to the grounded
power source pole.
Insert thepower cableplug into apower outlet with aprotective ground
contact. Do not use an extension cord without aprotective conductor.
Before powering ON the unit, theprotective ground terminal of the unit
mustbe connected to aprotective conductor using the unitpower cord.
Do nottamper with theprotective ground terminal.
The following work should be carried out by a qualified electrician:
The color coding used in the cable depends on the cable. If a new plug is
being connected,it should meet the local safetyrequirements and include
the following features:
1. Adequate load-carryingcapacity
2. Ground connection
3. Cable clamp
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. Table of Contents
Page
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1 INTRODUCTION 1-1
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1.1 IQ-200ProductLine 1-1
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1.2 Listof Abbreviations 1-2
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1.3 Unpackingand Inspection 1-2
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1.4Safety Conventions 1-3
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. 15 Getting Help 1-4
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2 PRODUCTOVERVIEW 2-1
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2.1 Description of the IQ-206Expansion Unit 2-1
.......................................................................................
2.2 Front Panel Description 2-2
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2.3 Back Panel Description 2-3
3 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................... 3-1
.
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3.1 IQ-206Installation 3-1
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3.2 IQ-203 Positioningand Cooling 3-2
............................................................................. 3.3 IQ Series ModuleInstallation 3-3
4 OPERATION ................................................................................................................ 4-1
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4.1 Activation 4-1
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5 MODULES 5-1
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5.1 IQ Series Modules 5-1
6 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................. 6-1
6.1 Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 Fuse Replacement
............................................................................................... 6-1
6.3 Troubleshooting
................................................................................................... 6-2
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7 IQ-206TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 7-1
7.1 SpecificationsPage ............................................................................................. 7-1
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8 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................... 8-1
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8.1 Warranty 8.1
8.2 Liability
................................................................................................................. 8-2
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8.3 Exclusions 8-2
8.4 Certification .......................................................................................................... 8-3
8.5 Serviceand Repairs(UnderWarranty or Other) .................................................. 8-3
8.6 Transportation and Storage .................................................................................. 8-4
9 CUSTOMER COMMENTS ............................................................................................ 9-1
9.1 IQ Comments ....................................................................................................... 9-1
10INDEX ....................................................................................................................... 10-1
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Figure 2-1 . ProductNameplate ........................................................................................ 2-1
Figure2-2. IQ-206 Front Panel
....................................................................................... 2-2
Figure2-3. IQ-206Back Panel
........................................................................................ 2-3
Figure
3-1. IQ-206Positioningand Cooling ..................................................................... 3-2
Figure 3-2. IQ-206Cover Plate Bottom Groove .............................................................. 3-3
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IQ-200 Product Line
1.1 10-200 Product Line
EXFO E.O. Engineering Inc. (EXFO) is pleased to introduce the IQ-206
Expansion Unit as part of the Optical Test System IQ-200 Integrated
PC/WINDOWSTMmodular test system family. The 14-200 product line
consists of the IQ-203 Optical Test System mainframe, the IQ-206 Expansion
Unit, and the IQ Series modules.
Refer to the IQ-206 and IQ Series modules instruction manuals for specific
operatinginstructions on these products.
EXFO's commitmentto superior design in all its fiber-optic instrumentation is
respected throughoutthe industry and is based on four goals:
1. Simple operation.
2. Extensivefeatures.
3. Reliable performance.
4.
Dedicated interest in customer needs.
The IQ-206 Expansion Unit will provide many years of reliable operation.
In order to benefit fully from the many features offered
by the IQ-206, it is
important to read the contents of this instruction manual carefully.
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List of Abbreviations
1.2 List of Abbreviations --
The following abbreviations are used throughout this manual:
AC AlternatingCurrent
FOA Fiber-optic Adapter
GPIB General Purpose Interface Bus
LED Light EmittingDiode
VA Voltampere
VAC Volt per Alternating Current
1.3 Unpackingand Inspection
The IQ-206 is delivered with the following standard items:
IQ-206 Expansion Unit
IQ-206 Instruction Manual
Interface (expansion)cable
Two IQ User's Guidebinders with dividers
AC power cord
The IQ-206 Expansion Unit has been thoroughly inspected before shipment. If
any damage has occurredduring transportation or if any item is missing, please
notify EXFO immediately.
The following items are optional (please verify invoice):
IQ Series modules with their respective FOAs and test jumpers
IQ-203 OpticalTest System
1-2 Expansion Unit
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Safety Conventions
'I 1.4 Safety Conventions
WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT
The followingconventions should be clearly understood before operating
the unit:
WARNING
Refers to a potential personal hazard. It requires a procedure
which, if not correctlyfollowed, may result in bodily
harm or
injury. Do not proceed beyond a
WARNING unless the
required conditions are fully understood and met.
CAUTION
Refers to a potential product hazard. It requires a procedure
which, if not correctly followed, may result in irreparable
component damage. Do not proceed beyond a
CAUTION
unless the required conditions are fully understood and met.
IMPORTANT
Refers to any informationregarding the operation of the
product which should not be overlooked.
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Getting Help
1.5 Getting Help
If any difficulty is encountered while operating the unit, please call EXFO at
one of the officeslisted below. The Product Support Group is available from
7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
EST, Monday to Friday.
Product Support Group
USA and Canada
Tel.: [phone]-EXFO
Fax: [phone]
International
Tei.: 418-683-0211
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail Address: [email protected]
EXFO Europe
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail Address: [email protected]
1-4
Expansion Unit
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Description of the IQ-206 Expansion Unit
2.1
Descriptionof the IQ-206 Expansion Unit
The IQ-206 Expansion Unit can integrate six IQ series modules. Up to four
IQ-206 Expansion Units can be linked to an IQ-203 Optical Test System. The
IQ-206 Expansion Unit is dependent on the IQ-203 and cannot function
without it.
The product nameplate, shown in Figure
2- 1, is located on the rear panel of the
IQ-206. The nameplate provides:
the detailed part number (PM) identifying configuration and options
the serial number (SIN)
the date of manufacture (Mfg. date)
the product version (Ver.)
Figure 2- 1. Product Nameplate
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PRODUCTOVERVIEW
Front Panel Description
2.2 Front Panel Description
Figure 2-2 illustrates the IQ-206 front panel characteristics.
MODULES
Figure2-2. IQ-206 Front Panel
FrontPanel Items
ONIOFF Button
IQ-206 Sequential
2-2 ExpansionUnit
Description
Press this button to power the unit ONIOFF.
Indicates the sequential position of the unit
Position Display within a complete
IQ-203 + IQ-206 system
(position from
1 to 4). Refer to IQ-203
instruction manual.
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PRODUCTOVERVIEW
Back Panel Description
--
- 2.3 Back Panel Description
Figure 2-3 illustrates the IQ-206 back panel.
Fuse
AC Outlet
I
+
--
u Expansion
\, Unit Ports:
In
Power ~ub~l~Selector
Figure 2-3. 10-206 Back Panel
Use the power supply selector shown in Figure 2-3 to choose the
appropriate power supply:
110 V or 220 V, as indicated.
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IQ-206 Installation
3.1 IQ-206 Installation
CAUTION
NEVER INSERT ORREMOVE ANY MODULE WHEN THEIQ-203/
12-206IS POWEREDON. THIS WILLRESULT IN ZMMEDIATE
IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THEMODULE AND THE
IQ-203/1Q-206.
To install the IQ-206:
1. Connect the IQ-206 AC power cords
2. Connect interface cables to IQ-203 Optical Test System and other (if any)
IQ-206 Expansion Unit:
Connect interface cable from IQ-203 into IQ-206 "IN" port.
Connect interface cable for next IQ-206 unit to "OUT" port of first
IQ-206 unit and to "IN" port of second IQ-206 unit. Repeat for
additional
IQ-206 ExpansionUnits.
3. Keep IQ-206 and IQ-203 powered OFF.
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