YOKOGAWA AQ2180 User manual

User’s
Manual AQ2180
Optical Power Meter
User’s Manual
Yokogawa Meters & Instruments Corporation
IM AQ2180-01EN
1st Edition

Notes
1. The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of continuing
improvements to the instrument’s performance and functionality. The figures given in this manual
may differ from those that actually appear on your screen.
2. Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy of its
contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please contact your nearest
YOKOGAWA dealer.
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1st Edition: October 2012(YMI)
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Safety Information
Warnings!
Do not short-circuit the batteries. Excessive electrical current may cause personal injury due to
fumes,electric shock or equipment damage.
Do not operate the equipment near hot objects, in hot environments, in dusty/ humid atmosphere or when
condensation is present on the equipment. This may result in electric shock , product malfunction or poor
performance.
Safety Precautions
The general safety precautions described herein must be observed during all phases of operation.If the
instrument is used in a manner not specified in this guide ,the protection provided by the instrument may
be impaired .YOKOGAWA assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these
requirements.
The following symbole are used on this instrument.
Improper handing or use can lead to injury to the user or damage to the instrument.
This symbol appears on the instrument to indicate that the user must refer to the user's manual
For special instructions. The same symbol appears in the corresponding place in the user's manual to
identify those instructions. In the manual, the symbol is used in conjunction with the word "WARNING" or
"CAUTION".
WANNING Calls attention to actions or conditions that could cause serious or fatal injury to the user,
and precautions that can be taken to prevent such occurrences.
CAUTION Calls attention to actions or conditions that could cause light injury to the user or cause
damage to the instrument or user's data, and precautions that can be taken to prevent
such occurrences.
Note Calls attention to information that is important for proper operation of the instrument.
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Table of contents
1. Introduction
2. Warranty
3 .Preparing for Operation
4. Specifications
5. Operation
6. Installing Software
7. Trouble Shooting
8. Recommended Replacement Parts
9. Maintenance
10. Outline drawing
11. Connector adapter
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The AQ2180 series are full featured palm sized and
lightweight optical power meters designed for use with
an optical Light source to perform optical loss
measurements on optical fiber cables.
optical connections to the AQ2180 are made via the
universal adapter interface on the top of the unit. The
instrument has 7 working wavelengths(AQ2180H is 5
wavelengths) to totally satisfy your needs.
It can be extensively used in telecommunication
projects and other situations where optical power of
wavelengths close to infrared ray needs to be
measured.
AUTO -OFF
270Hz
1kHz
2kHz
.8.8.8.8
RE F
1888
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nm
1 Introduction

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Exclusions
The warranty on your equipment shall not apply to defects resulting from the following:
Unauthorized repair or modification
Misuse, negligence, or accident
Returning Product
To return product, you may contact YOKOGAWA to obtain additional information if necessary.
To serve you better, please specify the reasons for the return.
All delivery and mails should be sent to the following nearest YOKOGAWA dealer.
2 Warranty

3.1 Unpacking the instrument
Packing material
We suggest that you keep the original packing material. Using the original packing material is your
guarantee of protecting the instrument during transit.
Checking the package contents
The standard accessories of AQ2180 are as follows:
Checking for damage in transit
After unpacking the instrument, check to see whether it was damaged in transit. This is particularly
likely if the outer casing is clearly damaged. If there is damage, do not attempt to operate the
instrument or to repair it without authorization. Doing so can cause further damage and you may lose
your warranty qualification.
Product Name
Main Unit
Dry battery AA
Connector Adapter(FC,SC,LC,Ø1.25 ferrule,Ø2.5 ferrule)
Carrying Case
Operation Guide(Paper)
User's Manual(CD)
Data Manager(CD)
USB Cable
Protector
Strap
Qty.
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3 Preparing for Operation
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There is a battery indicator on the screen to show the remaining charge. There are four possibilities the
indicator may show, full, with 2 blacks, with 1 black and empty. If an empty battery indicator means the
power is almost out please replace it with a new one. To replace the batteries, please remove the
battery plate on the back of instrument.
When the battery charge is extremely low to supply the necessary power, the instrument will
automatically switch off.
Note
To eliminate the possibility of acid leakage, please take out the battery if the unit is not used for a long
time.
3.2 Discharged batteries
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4.1 Sensor Specifications
Model AQ2180 AQ2180H
Power level: 100 μW(-10dBm); CW, Wavelength: 1310, Spectral width: 5 nm or less (1310 nm),
ambient temperature: 23 ±2°C,Optical fiber: SM (ITU-T G.652), Optical connector: FC/PC, Polarization condition: Excluding
Polarization dependence,Removing/Installing connector adapter : Including,1 year aging
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Wavelength Range (nm)
Detector
Applicable Fibers Type
Optical Connector
Power Range(dBm)
Noise Level(dBm)
Uncertainty under standard conditions
850/1300/1310/1490/1550/1625/1650 nm 1310/1490/1550/1625/1650 nm
InGaAs
Light emitted from SM(ITU-T G.652),
GI(50/125 µm),GI(62.5/125 µm)optical fiber
Light emitted from SM(ITU-T G.652),
optical fiber
FC, SC, LC, 1.25 ferrule, 2.5 ferruleØ Ø
-70~+10 dBm
-60 dBm
±5%
-50~+26 dBm
-40 dBm
±5%
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4 Specifications
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4.2 General Specifications
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Model AQ2180 AQ2180H
Modulation Mode
Measurement Interval
Measurement mode
Memory function
Interface
Environmental conditions
Dimensions and weight
999 records
USB-B （mini)
Dry and Rechargeable Battery AA
Approximately 40 hours
Power turns off automatically when there is no key inputfor
approximately 10 minutes (this function can bedisabled)
Battery indicator
Battery life
Battery check
Operating temperature range:-10~50℃,
Operating humidity range:20~80%
Storage temperature range:-20~+70℃(no condensation)
Storage humidity range:5~95%(no condensation)
76(W)×153(H)×43(D) mm, Approximately280 ｇ
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Note
Specifications are at 23℃±2℃ unless otherwise noted.Optical connector: FC/PC
Power supply
Continuation Measurement, using alkaline dry cells, at 23°C ±2°C
A protector is removed.
Power saving
Absolute value measurement
Relative value measurement :
Relative value measurement relative to a set reference value Relative value
measurement based on a displayed measurement
Approximately150 ms
CW, CHOP （270Hz, 1kHz, 2kHz）
Displayed Unit
Displayed Resolution 0.01dB, 0.01dBm, 0.0001uW
Absolute values: dBm, mW, µW Relative values: dB
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5.1 Installing the Batteries
Turn the screw on the rear panel with a coin or other flat object to remove the cover, then install the
batteries.
Turning the screw locks/unlocks the cover as shown in the figure.
Insert two AA batteries into the holder following the polarity markings. Always close the cover
after installing batteries.
If the low battery indicator, you must change the batteries immediately. The instrument runs for
approximately forty hours when using alkaline AA batteries (depending on operating conditions).
Lock Unlock
5 Operation
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Note
Use the correct size and type of battery specified by the manufacturer of your device.
Keep battery contact surfaces and battery compartment contacts clean by rubbing them with a clean
pencil eraser or a rough cloth each time you replace batteries.
Remove batteries from a device when it is not expected to be in use for several months.
Make sure that you insert batteries into your device properly, with the + (plus) and - (minus) terminals
aligned correctly.
CAUTION:
Some equipment using more than three batteries may appear to work properly even if one battery is
inserted incorrectly.
Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature.
Most batteries will provide dependable long life even after five years of storage in these conditions. Do
not refrigerate batteries, this will not make them last longer.
Extreme temperatures reduce battery performance. Avoid putting battery-powered devices in very warm
places.
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5.2 Attaching a Connector Adapter
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A specialized connector adapter is required for connecting an optical connector to the instrument. Choose
an adapter that matches the optical connector you will use.
The screw mechanism that attaches the connector adapter to the instrument is of precision manufacture.
Please handle all parts with care so as not to damage the screw threads.
Do not allow dirt to come into contact with the optical input section. Dirt or other
foreign particles can influence measurement. Attach the protective cap to the optical
input connector when not in use.
(1) Remove the optical input connector cap.
(2) Attach a connector adapter.
The connector adapter screws onto the connector; hold the adapter upright to align
the threads properly, then turn to tighten.
Do not attach the connector adapter at an angle, and do not forcibly turn it any further
after it has initially tightened. Doing so can damage the screw threads or sensor.
Note
It is recommended to clean the inside of the connector adapter using a dedicated
swab or other cleaner and anhydrous alcohol.
Dedicated swabs for cleaning optical adapters are available from NTT, including the
“CLETOP Stick-Type” (NTT-ME).

5.3 Attaching/Detaching a Protector
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Note
We recommend that you replace the
protector when damaged.
(1) Please insert in the upper part to a protector.
(2) Please insert the lower part in a protector.

Note
• Do not use the stand as a handle to carry the AQ2180/H.
• Use the stand only to tilt the AQ2180/H.
• If you are tilting the AQ2180/H, check that the stand is fixed in place.
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5.4 Tilts the instrument.

The AQ2180 keypad is used to access a wide range of instrument functions.
Switches instrument on / off. Long key press over 2seconds while powering
on to activate the instrument without Auto-off function.
NO. Key Function
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Short key press to display reference value of present test wavelength. Long
key press over 2seconds to set a new reference value of present test
wavelength.In memory,browse the afterward records and Long key press
over 2seconds browse the afterward 20 record.
Long key press over 2seconds to store the current test value; short keypress
to display the record.
Switches backlighting on / off.
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Switches measurement unit among dBm,dB and mW .In memory,delete
current record and Long key press over 2seconds delete alls record.
Selects measurement wavelength in sequence of 850/1300/1310/1490/
1550/1625/1650nm (AQ2180H:1310/1490/1550/1625/1650)and to Long key press
over 2 seconds activate auto-wavelength recognition(TWIN). In memory,browse the
forward records and Long key press over 2seconds browse the forward 20 record.
AQ2180/AQ2180H
AUTO -OFF
270Hz
1kHz
2kHz
.8.8.8.8
REF
1888
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nm
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5.5 Keypad
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5.6 LCD
AUTO-OF F
270Hz
1kHz
2kHz
.8.8.8.8
REF
1888
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nm
Wavelength
Reference
Frequency Measurement Unit
Power
Auto-off
Battery Charge
TWIN
Auto-wavelength recognition
USB
SAVE
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5.8 Setting the wavelength
Press the “λ” key repeatedly until the desired wavelength is displayed.
You can select fromseven optional wavelengths:
850nm,1300nm,1310nm,1490nm, 1550nm,1625nm,1650nm(AQ2180)
1310nm,1490nm,1550nm,1625nm,1650nm(AQ2180H)
The instrument defaults to the wavelength 1550nm.
5.9 Turning on the wavelength recognition function-- “
TWIN” function
Long keypress is to activate the auto-wavelength
recognition and the "TWIN" will show on the LCD. Short
keypress is to close the "TWIN".
When used with the ΑQ4280 Series optical Light source, the
wavelength will shift automatically according to the output
wavelength of the Light source
5.7 Turning the instrument on and off
Press the “ON/OFF” key briefly.
The instrument power-on.
Please check the battery capacity if it fails.
Press the “ON/OFF” key briefly again.
The instrument power-off.
Note
Auto-off function
1. The instrument powers off automatically if no keypress in 10 minutes.
2. Press the “ON/OFF” key for about 2 seconds to power on the instrument with “Auto-off” function
deactivated.
AUTO -OFF
270Hz
1kHz
2kHz
.8.8.8.8
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AUT O- OF F
2 0.0 0
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AUTO- OFF
25.98
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AUTO- OFF
25.98
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TWIN
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13 1 0
nm
1490
1550
1625
1650
850 1300
13 1 0
nm
1490
1550
1625
1650
850 1300

5.10 Switching measurement mode
There are three measurement units you can choose by
pressing the “dBm/dB/mW” key repeatedly, dB, dBm,mW.
AUTO- OFF
2 5.0 8
1 3 1 0
nm
AUTO -OFF
2 5.0 8
1 3 1 0
nm
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5.11 Setting reference value
1. Press the “REF” key to display the stored reference for
the current wavelength and a sign of “REF” will be displayed on
the screen to indicate that it is a reference value. The
displayed value only lasts 1 second.
2. Press and hold the “REF” key over 2 seconds to store the
presently measured value as the new reference value for the
current wavelength. During the process the “REF” sign flashes
twice on the screen and buzzer sound is heard. Once the new
reference level is set, the AQ2180 switches to the dB
measurement mode. The displayed value only lasts 1 second.
Note
1.Long keypress for over 2 seconds, the unit will be
shifted to "dB" automatically.
2.When the input laser power is modulated laser source, it will
affect the setting of REF value. Please guarantee the input
laser source is CW laser when setting REF value.
value
AUTO- OFF
0 5.8 8
1 3 1 0
nm
AUTO- OFF
5.8 8
1 3 1 0
nm
AUTO -OFF
2 0.0 0
REF
1 3 1 0
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nm
AUTO -OFF
270Hz
1kH z
2kH z
.8.8.8.8
REF
1888
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nm
AUTO -OFF
270Hz
1kH z
2kH z
0.00
REF
1888
nm
short
keypress
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