YOKOGAWA AQ2160-01 User manual

User’s
Manual
IM SU1004A-01E
3rd Edition
Model SU1004A
AQ2160-01
Optical Powermeter

Contents
1. Introduction ････････････････････ 1
2. Features of the Instrument ････････････････････ 1
3. Warranty ････････････････････ 1
4. Checking the Contents of the Package ････････････････････ 1
5. Safety Symbols ････････････････････ 2
6. Specifications ････････････････････ 7
7. Periodic Calibration ････････････････････ 8
8. Names and Functions of Parts ････････････････････ 9
9. Attaching the Neck Strap ････････････････････ 11
10. Operating Procedure ････････････････････ 11
11. Handling Precautions ････････････････････ 15
12. If You Suspect a Malfunction ････････････････････ 17
Drawing
• Outline drawing of the AQ2160-01 Optical Powermeter ･･････ 18

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1. Foreword
Thank you for purchasing the AQ2160-01 Optical Powermeter. This user’s
manual contains useful information about the instrument’s functions and
operating procedures and lists important handling precautions. To ensure
proper use of the instrument, please read this manual thoroughly before
beginning operation. After reading this manual, keep it in a convenient
location for quick reference in the event a question arises during operation.
2. Features of the Instrument
The AQ2160-01 is an optical powermeter for measuring optical signal power,
and is ideal for performing checks on newly installed optical fibers1. The
instrument supports wavelengths of 850 nm, 1310 nm, and 1550 nm, and
features a backlight, power saving function, and battery charge indicator.
Compact, lightweight, and battery-driven, the unit is a powerful tool in the
field.
1. Supports single mode: (9/125 µm) and multimode: GI (50/125 µm), GI
(62.5/125 µm). Supports SC or FC optical connectors (please specify a
connector type when ordering).
3. Warranty
Prior to shipment, all Yokogawa products must pass strict testing based on
the Yokogawa Quality Assurance System. However, should any damage
occur during manufacturing or shipping that becomes evident during normal
use, please contact the sales office at our headquarters or your nearest
Yokogawa representative. Should this product experience any malfunction
during the warranty period (within one year from the day of delivery)
Yokogawa shall replace the product free of charge. However, this warranty
is invalid for malfunction or damage resulting from user error, rework or
modifications performed by the user, or natural disasters, even during the
warranty period.
4. Checking the Contents of the Package
Please check the items listed below before using the instrument.
If some items are missing or otherwise inconsistent with the contents
description, please contact your dealer or nearest Yokogawa representative.
The package includes the AQ2160-01 Optical Powermeter plus the standard
accessories listed in the table below (we recommend that you save the
packaging box for future transport of the instrument).

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●List of Standard Accessories
No. Product Name Qty.
1 User's manual 1
2 AA dry cells (alkaline) 2
3 Neck strap 1
4 Carrying pouch 1
The following options are available for purchase separately. For inquiries
and ordering, please contact the dealer from which you purchased the
instrument.
●Options (Sold Separately)
No. Name Model Specifications
1 Protector SU2002A (for the AQ2160)
2 AC adapter SU2007A-M
-C
-F
-G
-J
PSE conforming type
(2-pin)
UL/CSA standard type
(UL2P)
VDE standard type
(CEE-C2)
AS standard type (AS2P)
BS standard type (BS2P)
angle
3 Soft carrying case SU2006A
5. Safety Symbols
This section describes various symbols that appear in the manual and on the
instrument. These symbols convey information necessary for correct
operation of the instrument, and for preventing injury to the user and other
personnel, and accidents involving, or damage to equipment. Always heed
the information provided by these symbols when operating the instrument.
If this instrument is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the
protective features provided by the instrument may be impaired.
Also, Yokogawa assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with
these requirements.
●The following describes levels of damage that can occur as a result of
incorrect operation.
Indicates actions or situations that are likely to result
in imminent death or serious injury.
Indicates actions or situations that can lead to death
or serious injury.
Indicates actions or situations that can lead to loss of
data, or physical damage to instruments.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

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●The following explains warning symbols that must be adhered to.
Prohibited (indicates prohibition of a particular action).
Indicates that
disassembly is prohibited.
Indicates that use near
water, or contact with liquids
(spills, etc.) is prohibited.
Indicates that handling with wet hands is prohibited.
Required (indicates
something that must be
done).
Indicates that the power
plug must be removed from
the outlet.
Read the manual thoroughly, and follow the instructions given.
If “Caution,” “Warning,” or “Danger” is indicated in the user’s manual,
follow the corresponding instructions.
When using an AC power supply for this instrument, always use
the AC adapter that came with the instrument. Never use the AC
adapter with any other instrument. Doing so could result in
damage or injury.
=> Fire, electric shock, or malfunction can result.
Do not use a power supply other than the one specified. Also, do
not use with power supply voltages other than those indicated by
this manual.
=> Fire, electric shock, or malfunction can result.
When connecting the instrument to commercial power, connect
directly to a dedicated power outlet. Do not use extension cords
as they can overheat and cause fire.
Do not bring the power cord near any hot objects.
=> The coating on the cord can deteriorate, causing fire or electric
shock.
DANGER

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Do not impair, damage, or attempt to modify the power cord.
=> Fire or electric shock can result.
Never place spent batteries in fire.
=> Explosion, fire, or burns can result.
Do not insert or drop any metal objects into any openings on the
instrument, or inside the instrument.
=> Fire, electric shock, or malfunction can result.
The sensor element of this instrument contains indium gallium
arsenide (InGaAs). InGaAs powder and vapor is hazardous.
Therefore, never incinerate, destroy, break, grind, or apply
chemicals to the instrument. Keep separate from general industrial
or household waste, and dispose of the instrument according to
relevant local laws.
Do not plug too many cords into a single power supply outlet.
=> Heating of the cables or fire can result.
Never bend, twist, or pull cables forcefully.
=> Fire or electric shock can result.
If the power cord becomes damaged, have it replaced immediately
by the dealer from which you purchased the instrument.
=> Otherwise fire or electric shock can result.
Never plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands.
=> Electric shock can result.
Insert the power plug securely into the power outlet.
=> If metal or other objects are allowed to contact the plug, fire or
electric shock can result.
When unplugging the power cord always pull by the plug, never pull
by the cord itself.
=> Pulling the power cord can cause damage leading to fire or
electric shock.
Always unplug the power cord from the outlet, and check that all
externally connected wires and cables are removed before moving
the instrument.
=> Otherwise, the cords can become damaged, causing fire or
electric shock.
WARNING

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For safety, always unplug the power cord from the outlet during
periods of extended non-use. Also, be sure to unplug the power
cord from the outlet during lightning storms.
=> Fire, electric shock, or malfunction can result.
Do not use batteries that are not specified for this instrument.
Also, do not use old and new batteries at the same time.
=> Explosion or leakage of the batteries can result, causing fire,
injury, or contamination of the surrounding area.
Check the polarity of the batteries (plus/minus orientation) before
installing them.
=> Incorrect orientation can result in explosion or leakage of the
batteries, causing fire, injury, or contamination of the surrounding
area.
Do not bring the instrument into areas with high humidity or large
amounts of dust.
=> Electric shock or malfunction can result.
Do not place the instrument on unstable or inclined surfaces.
=> Physical damage can result if the instrument tips over or falls to
the ground.
Do not place the instrument in areas with frequent vibration or
physical shock.
=> Physical damage can result if the instrument tips over or falls to
the ground.
Never place containers holding liquids or metallic objects on top of
the instrument.
=> If water or metal objects spill onto or enter the instrument, fire,
electric shock, or malfunction can result.
Do not allow water or condensation to contact the instrument.
=> Fire, electric shock, or malfunction can result.
If you detect any abnormal conditions such as smoke or unusual
odors or failure of the screen to display, this may indicate the
possibility of fire, electric shock, or malfunction. Immediately turn
OFF the power switch and remove the power plug from the outlet,
confirm that the abnormality ceases, and contact the dealer from
which you purchased the instrument. Do not attempt to repair the
instrument yourself, as doing so can be very dangerous.

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If you accidentally drop or damage the instrument, turn OFF the
power switch, remove the power plug from the outlet, and contact
the dealer from which you purchased the instrument.
If the instrument experiences an abnormality, do not attempt to
repair the instrument yourself.
=> Electric shock or damage can result. Also, any repairs conducted
without authorized consent will not be covered by the product
warranty.
Never disassemble or rework the instrument.
=> Fire, electric shock, or malfunction can result.
The light buffer, optical connector, and other items that connect to
the light source can emit dangerous lasers. Take care not to injure
your eyes.
Do not place the instrument in direct sunlight or areas of high
temperatures.
=> The internal temperature of the instrument can rise, causing
malfunction.
Do not swing the instrument by its strap.
=> Damage or injury can result.
When placing the strap around your neck, take care not to choke or
strangle yourself.
When handling parts that open and close, such as when changing
the battery, take care not to pinch or injure your fingers.
CAUTION

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6. Specifications
* AQ2160-01 Optical Powermeter Specifications
Wavelengths 850 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm
Ref. wavelength 1310 nm
Sensor element InGaAs (φ1 mm)
Compatible fibers SM (9/125 μm), GI (50/125 μm), GI (62.5/125 μm)
fiber
Input type SC or FC connector (specify when ordering)
Power range -70 dBm–+5 dBm
Noise level -60 dBm
Accuracy1±5%
Meas. value display 7-segment, 4-digit display with backlight
Displayed units dBm (absolute value)
Range Automatic
Meas. mode CW light
Meas. interval Approximately 330 ms
Resolution 0.01 (>-60 dBm), 0.1 (≤-60 dBm)
Backlight While Backlight key is depressed, and approx. five
seconds after it has been released.
Power save Power save function turns the power off automatically
if no key is pressed for ten minutes (function can be
turned OFF).
Battery check Low battery indicator
Resume function2Restores the settings active when the power was last
turned OFF.
Power supply Two AA batteries (alkaline dry cells or nickel
metal-hydride rechargeable batteries). AC adapter
(AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, optional)3
Operating
environment
Operating temperature: 0–+50°C
Storage temperature: -25–+70°C
Relative humidity: 85% or less (no condensation)
Weatherproofing Conforms to JIS C 0920 (drip-proof) TYPE I and IEC
60529 Ipx1 (the drip test, when the optical and DC
connector caps are attached)
Dimensions and
weight
Approximately 152 (H) x 70 (W) x 32 (D) mm and
approximately. 270 g (incld. batteries)
Safety, EMC Safety: EN61010-1
(Out of conformance since December 1, 2010.)
EMC: EN61326-1 ClassB, Table2 (for use in
industrial locations)

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1. Ta = 23 ± 5°C, at reference conditions (@ 1310 nm, -20 dBm).
2. Do not remove the batteries or unplug theAC adapter during operation.
Also, the Resume function is not guaranteed to work when the low battery
indicator is displayed.
3. When connecting to theAQ2160-01, use a temperature range of 0–+50 °C.
However, the safety standard for the AC adapter specifies an operational
temperature of 0–40°C. )
7. Periodic Calibration
Periodic calibration is an effective way to maintain the normal
functionality of the instrument over long periods of time, and to enable
quick identification of any problems. It is recommended to perform
calibration of the instrument once per year.