YOKOGAWA AQ6360 User manual

User’s
Manual AQ6360
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Getting Started Guide
IM AQ6360-02EN
1st Edition

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Thank you for purchasing the AQ6360 Optical Spectrum Analyzer. This instrument
enables high speed measurement of the optical properties of LD and LED light sources,
optical amps, and other devices.
This getting started guide primarily explains the handling precautions and basic
operations of this instrument. For correct operation, please read this manual thoroughly
before use. After reading this manual, keep it in a convenient location for quick reference
in the event a question arises during operation.
List of Manuals
The following manuals, including this one, are provided as manuals for the AQ6360.
Please read all manuals.
Manual Title Manual No. Description
AQ6360
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
User’s Manual
IM AQ6360-01EN The manual is located on the CD included
in your package (pdf format). Explains
all functions and operating procedures of
the AQ6360 except remote control and
program functions.
AQ6360
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Getting Started Guide
IM AQ6360-02EN This manual. This guide explains
the handling precautions, installation
procedure, basic operations, and
specifications of this instrument.
AQ6360
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Remote Control User’s Manual
IM AQ6360-17EN The manual is located on the CD included
in your package (pdf format).Explains
functions for controlling the instrument with
communication commands and program
functions.
Model AQ6360-01
AQ6360 Optical Spectrum
Analyzer Limited model
User’s Manual
IM AQ6360-51EN Explains the specifications of the limited
model of the AQ6360.
AQ6360
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
IM AQ6360-92Z1 A document for China.
The “EN” in the manual number is the language code.
Contact information of Yokogawa offices worldwide is provided on the following sheet.
Document Description Description
PIM 113-01Z2 List of worldwide contacts
Notes
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result
of improvements in the instrument’s performance and functions. Display contents
illustrated in this manual may differ slightly from what actually appears on your screen.
• 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.
• Copying or reproducing all or any part of the contents of this manual without the
permission of YOKOGAWA is strictly prohibited.
1st Edition: April 2018 (YMI)
All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 2018 Yokogawa Test & Measurement Corporation

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Trademarks
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Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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incorporated.
• In this manual, the ® and TM symbols do not accompany their respective registered
trademark or trademark names.
• Other company and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective companies.
Revisions
• 1st Edition: April 2018

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Checking the Contents of the Package
After opening the package, check the following items before beginning use. If any of
the contents are incorrect, missing, or appear to be abnormal, please contact your
YOKOGAWA dealer or representative.
AQ6360 Main Unit
Check that the model and suffix on the name plate on the rear of the instrument
match those of your order. When contacting the dealer from which you purchased the
instrument, please give them the instrument number.
MODEL Suffix Description
AQ6360 AQ6360 Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Spec.Code -10 Standard Model
-01 Limited Model
Optical Connector -FC AQ9447(FC) Connector Adapter1
(Optical Input) -SC AQ9447(SC) Connector Adapter1
Display -D1 Built-in Display
Power Cord2-D UL/CSA Standard and PSE Compliant, Rated
Voltage: 125 V
-F VDE/Korean Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
-R Australian Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
-Q British Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
-H Chinese Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
-N Brazilian Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
Options
Built-in Light Source /LFC Wavelength Reference Source (FC Connector3)
/LSC Wavelength Reference Source (SC Connector3)
1 Already attached to the optical input of the AQ6360 front panel.
2 Make sure that the attached power cord meets the designated standards of the country and
area that you are using it in.
3 Already attached to the calibration light source output of the AQ6360 front panel.
For products whose suffix code contains “Z,” an exclusive manual may be included.
Please read it along with the standard manual.
• No. (Instrument Number)
When contacting the dealer from which you purchased the instrument, please give
them the instrument number.

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Standard Accessories
Part Name Model or Part No. Quantity Specifications and Notes
Power cord1A1006WD 1 UL/CSA Standard and PSE Compliant,
Rated Voltage: 125 V
A1009WD VDE/Korean Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
A1024WD Australian Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
A1054WD British Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
A1064WD Chinese Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
A1088WD Brazilian Standard, Rated Voltage: 250 V
Rubber feet A9088ZM 2 1 A9088ZM sheet
Manuals
Printed Manuals IM AQ6360-02EN 1 Getting Started Guide
IM AQ6360-51EN 1 Accompanying the limited model only
IM AQ6360-92Z1 1 Document for China
PIM 113-01Z2 1 List of worldwide contacts
Manual CD A1025US 1 Contains PDFs of the user’s manuals (For
the types of manuals that CD contains,
see Manual CD below.)
Standard accessories are not covered by warranty of this instrument.
1 Make sure that the attached power cord meets the designated standards of the country and
area that you are using it in.
Optional Accessories (Sold Separately)
Part Name Model/Part Number Specifications
AQ9447 connector adapter 810804602-FCC FC type (for optical input)
810804602-SCC SC type (for optical input)
AQ9441 universal adapter 813917321-FCC FC type (for calibration light source output)
813917321-SCC SC type (for calibration light source output)
Optional accessories (sold separately) are not covered by warranty of this instrument.
Manual CD
The English directory in the manual CD contains the PDF files shown below. The CD
also contains Japanese manuals.
File Name Manual Title Manual No.
IMAQ6360-01EN AQ6360 Optical Spectrum Analyzer
User’s Manual
IM AQ6360-01EN
IMAQ6360-17EN AQ6360
Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Remote Control User’s Manual
IM AQ6360-17EN
To view the PDF files above, you need Adobe Reader.

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Conventions Used in This Manual
Safety Markings
The following markings are used in this manual.
Improper handling 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.”
WARNING 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 attentions to actions or conditions that could cause light injury to
the user or damage to the instrument or user’s data, and precautions
that can be taken to prevent such occurrences.
French
AVERTISSEMENT Attire l’attention sur des gestes ou des conditions
susceptibles de provoquer des blessures graves (voire
mortelles), et sur les précautions de sécurité pouvant
prévenir de tels accidents.
ATTENTION Attire l’attention sur des gestes ou des conditions
susceptibles de provoquer des blessures légères ou
d’endommager l’instrument ou les données de l’utilisateur,
et sur les précautions de sécurité susceptibles de prévenir
de tels accidents.
Note Calls attention to information that is important for proper operation of
the instrument.

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Conventions Used in This Manual
Notations Used on Pages Describing Operating Procedures
On pages that describe the operating procedures, the following notations are used to
distinguish the procedures from their explanations.
Procedure This subsection contains the operating procedure used to carry out
the function described in the current chapter. The procedures are
written with inexperienced users in mind; experienced users may not
need to carry out all the steps.
Explanation This subsection describes the setup parameters and the limitations
on the procedures.
Characters and Terminology Used in Procedural Explanations
Bold alphanumeric characters in procedural explanations indicate characters appearing near
panel controls and characters of the control menu items shown on the screen.
Unit
k: Denotes “1000.” Example: 100 kS/s
K: Denotes “1024.” Example: 459 KB (file data size)

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Safety Precautions
This product is designed to be used by a person with specialized knowledge.
This instrument is an IEC protection class I instrument (provided with terminal for
protective earth grounding).
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 manual, the
protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
This manual is an essential part of the product; keep it in a safe place for future
reference. YOKOGAWA assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with
these requirements.
The following symbols are used on this instrument.
Warning: handle with care. Refer to the user’s manual or service manual.
This symbol appears on dangerous locations on the instrument which require
special instructions for proper handling or use. The same symbol appears in the
corresponding place in the manual to identify those instructions.
Alternating current
ON(power)
OFF(power)
French
Avertissement : À manipuler délicatement.
Toujours se reporter aux manuels d’utilisation et d’entretien. Ce symbole a été
apposé aux endroits dangereux de l’instrument pour lesquels des consignes
spéciales d’utilisation ou de manipulation ont été émises. Le même symbole
apparaît à l’endroit correspondant du manuel pour identifier les consignes qui s’y
rapportent.
Courant alternatif
Marche (alimentation)
Arrêt (alimentation)

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Safety Precautions
Failure to comply with the precautions below could lead to injury or death or
damage to the instrument.
WARNING
Use the Instrument Only for Its Intended Purpose
The optical measuring instrument is designed to measure the optical characteristics
of light sources and evaluate their performance. Do not use this instrument for
anything other than as an optical measuring instrument.
Check the Physical Appearance
Do not use the instrument if there is a problem with its physical appearance.
Use the Correct Power Supply
Before connecting the power cord, ensure that the source voltage matches the
rated supply voltage of the instrument and that it is within the maximum rated
voltage of the provided power cord.
Use the Correct Power Cord and Plug
To prevent the possibility of electric shock or fire, be sure to use the power cord
supplied by YOKOGAWA. The main power plug must be plugged into an outlet with
a protective earth terminal. Do not disable this protection by using an extension
cord without protective earth grounding.
Also, do not use the power cord that came with the instrument on any other device.
Connect the Protective Grounding Terminal
Make sure to connect the protective earth to prevent electric shock before turning
ON the power. The power cord that comes with the instrument is a three-prong type
power cord. Connect the power cord to a properly grounded three-prong outlet.
Do not Impair the Protective Grounding
Never cut off the internal or external protective earth wire or disconnect the wiring
of the protective earth terminal. Doing so poses a potential shock hazerd.
Do Not Use When the Protection Functions Are Defective
Before using this instrument, check that the protection functions, such as the
protective grounding and fuse, are working properly. If you suspect a defect, do not
use the instrument.
Reference light source output light (/LFC, /LSC option)
The instrument has a built-in reference light source for wavelength calibration, and
infrared light is always being output from the optical output connector. Never look
into the optical output connector. Infrared light entering the eyes can cause severe
injury and loss of vision.
Do not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable liquids or vapors.
Operation in such environments constitutes a safety hazard.
Do not Remove the Covers or Disassemble or Alter the Instrument
Only qualified YOKOGAWA personnel may remove the covers and disassemble or
alter the instrument.
Opening the cover is dangerous, because some areas inside the instrument have
high voltages.

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Installation Location
• This instrument is designed to be used indoors. Do not install or use it outdoors.
• Install the instrument so that you can immediately remove the power cord if an
abnormal or dangerous condition occurs.
Manual CD
• Never play this manual CD, which contains the user’s manuals, in an audio CD
player. Doing so may cause loss of hearing or speaker damage due to the large
sounds that may be produced.
CAUTION
Operating Environment Limitations
This product is a Class A (for industrial environment) product. Operation of this
product in a residential area may cause radio interference in which case the user is
required to correct the interference.
French
AVERTISSEMENT
Utiliser l’instrument aux seules fins prévues
Cet instrument de mesure optique est prévu pour mesurer les caractéristiques
optiques des sources lumineuses et évaluer leur performance. Ne pas utiliser cet
instrument à d’autres fins que celles de mesure optique.
Inspecter l’apparence physique
Ne pas utiliser l’instrument si son intégrité physique semble être compromise.
Vérifier l’alimentation
Avant de brancher le cordon d’alimentation, vérifier que la tension source
correspond à la tension d’alimentation nominale du AQ6360 et qu’elle est
compatible avec la tension nominale maximale du cordon d’alimentation.
Utiliser le cordon d’alimentation et la fiche adaptés
Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique ou d’incendie, toujours utiliser le cordon
d’alimentation fourni par YOKOGAWA. La fiche doit être branchée sur une prise
secteur raccordée à la terre. En cas d’utilisation d’une rallonge, celle-ci doit être
impérativement reliée à la terre. Ne pas utiliser le cordon d’alimentation fourni avec
l’instrument pour tout autre appareil.
Brancher la prise de terre
Avant de mettre l’instrument sous tension, penser à brancher la prise de terre pour
éviter tout choc électrique. Le cordon d’alimentation livré avec l’instrument est doté
de trois broches.
Brancher le cordon d’alimentation sur une prise de courant à trois plots et mise à la
terre.
Ne pas entraver la mise à la terre de protection
Ne jamais neutraliser le fil de terre interne ou externe, ni débrancher la borne
de mise à la terre. Cela pourrait entraîner un choc électrique ou endommager
l’instrument.
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Ne pas utiliser lorsque les fonctions de protection sont défectueuses
Avant d’utiliser l’instrument, vérifier que les fonctions de protection, telles que
le raccordement à la terre et le fusible, fonctionnent correctement. En cas de
dysfonctionnement possible, ne pas utiliser l’instrument.
Source de lumière de référence (/LFC, /LSC option)
Cet instrument dispose d’une source de lumière de référence intégrée pour les
ajustements d’alignement. La lumière infrarouge est toujours émise depuis le
connecteur de sortie optique. Ne regardez jamais directement dans le connecteur
de sortie optique. La lumière infrarouge risquerait de gravement vous blesser ou de
provoquer une perte de vision.
Ne pas utiliser dans un environnement explosif
Ne pas utiliser l’instrument en présence de gaz ou de vapeurs inflammables. Cela
pourrait être extrêmement dangereux.
Ne pas retirer le capot, ni démonter ou modifier l’instrument
Seul le personnel YOKOGAWA qualifié est habilité à retirer le capot et à démonter
ou modifier l’instrument. Certains composants à l’intérieur de l’instrument sont à
haute tension et par conséquent, représentent un danger.
Installer et utiliser l’instrument aux emplacements appropriés
• Ne pas installer, ni utiliser l’instrument à l’extérieur ou dans des lieux exposés à
la pluie ou à l’eau.
• Installer l’instrument de manière à pourvoir immédiatement le débrancher du
secteur en cas de fonctionnement anormal ou dangereux.
Manuel CD
• Ce CD contient les manuels d’utilisation. Ne jamais insérer ce CD dans
un lecteur de CD audio. Cela pourrait entraîner une perte d’audition ou
l’endommagement des enceintes en raison du volume potentiellement élevé des
sons produits.
ATTENTION
Limitations relatives à l’environnement opérationnel
Ce produit est un produit de classe A (pour environnements industriels). L’utilisation
de ce produit dans un zone résidentielle peut entraîner une interférence radio que
l’utilisateur sera tenu de rectifier.
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Safety Precautions for Laser Products (/LFC, /LSC option)
This instrument uses a laser light source. This instrument is a Class 1 laser product
as defined by IEC/EN 60825-1:2007 Safety of Laser Products-Part 1: Equipment
Classification, Requirements and User’s Guide. In addition, this instrument complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50,
dated June 24, 2007.
Laser Class 1 Label
Information about the Laser Light Source Used
Class Laser Type Wavelength Maximum
Output Power
Diameter of
Mode Field
Repetation
Rate
Numerical
Aperture
1 EE-LED 1.53 µm 0.04 mW 9 µm CW 0.1
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Regulations and Sales in Each Country or Region
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
(This directive is valid only in the EU.)
This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirement. This
marking indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in
domestic household waste.
Product Category
With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive, this product is
classified as a “Monitoring and control instruments” product.
When disposing of products in the EU, contact your local Yokogawa Europe B.V.
office. Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
EU Battery Directive
EU Battery Directive
(This directive is valid only in the EU.)
Batteries are included in this product. This marking indicates they shall be sorted
out and collected as ordained in the EU battery directive.
Battery type: Lithium battery
You cannot replace batteries by yourself. When you need to replace batteries,
contact your local Yokogawa Europe B.V. office.
Authorized Representative in the EEA
Yokogawa Europe B.V. is the authorized representative of Yokogawa Test &
Measurement Corporation for this product in the EEA. To contact Yokogawa Europe B.V.,
see the separate list of worldwide contacts, PIM 113-01Z2.

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Flow of Operation
The figure below is provided to familarize the first-time user with the general flow of this
instrument operation. For the details of each item, see the relevant section in IM AQ6360-
01EN or IM AQ6360-02EN.
Measurement Preparation
Setting Conditions and Measuring
Waveform Display
Installing the Instrument
Turning the Power On and Off
Connecting the DUT
Wavelength Calibration
Resolution Calibration
Auto Sweep Setting and Measurement
Other Settings
Starting a Measurement (Sweep)
Displaying Waveforms
Displaying Calculated Waveforms
Displaying Power Spectral Density
Displaying Markers
Searching
Analyzing Waveforms
Waveform Analysis
Saving Waveforms
Storage Device
Saving Data
Section 2.1
Section 2.4
Section 2.5
Section 2.1*
Section 2.2*
Section 3.1*
Sections 3.2* to 3.12*
Section 3.13*
Sections 4.1* to 4.4*
Section 4.5*
Section 4.8*
Section 4.9*
Sections 4.13* and 4.14*
Sections 5.1* to 5.9*
Section 6.1*
Sections 6.2* to 6.7*
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: Section 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 to 3.7, 8.3 to 8.11 10.7
Contents
List of Manuals...................................................................................................................................i
Checking the Contents of the Package............................................................................................ iii
Conventions Used in This Manual ....................................................................................................v
Safety Precautions.......................................................................................................................... vii
Regulations and Sales in Each Country or Region......................................................................... xii
Flow of Operation........................................................................................................................... xiii
Chapter 1 Part Names and Functions
1.1 Front Panel....................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 LCD Screen...................................................................................................................... 1-3
Chapter 2 Preparing for Measurement
2.1 Installing the Instrument ................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Attaching the Connector Adapter ..................................................................................... 2-5
2.3 Connecting the Device ..................................................................................................... 2-8
2.4 Turning the Power ON/OFF............................................................................................ 2-10
2.5 Connecting the DUT....................................................................................................... 2-17
Chapter 3 Common Operations
3.1 Touch Panel Operations ................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Menu Operations.............................................................................................................. 3-4
3.3 Entering Numerical Values and Strings.......................................................................... 3-12
3.4 Using the Mouse and External Keyboard....................................................................... 3-14
3.5 Setting the Date and Time.............................................................................................. 3-16
Chapter 4 Maintenance
4.1 Updating the Firmware ..................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Mechanical Inspection...................................................................................................... 4-4
4.3 Inspection of Wavelength Accuracy.................................................................................. 4-5
4.4 Inspection of Level Accuracy............................................................................................ 4-6
4.5 Replacing Fuses............................................................................................................... 4-7
4.6 Daily Maintenance............................................................................................................ 4-8
4.7 Care during Storage ........................................................................................................4-11
4.8 Recommended Replacement Parts ............................................................................... 4-12
4.9 Disposal.......................................................................................................................... 4-13
4.10 Warning Display Function............................................................................................... 4-14
Chapter 5 Specications
5.1 Specications ................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 External Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 5-4
Appendix
Appendix 1 MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS ...................................................App-1
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App
Index
Part Names and Functions
1.1 Front Panel
1
2
3 4 5
No. Name Function
1 POWER Used to start and shut down the instrument.
2 USB interface Used to connect USB storage media
3 LCD display Displays measured waveform, measurement conditions,
measurement values, etc.
4 OPTICAL INPUT Optical input connector
5 CALIBRATION OUTPUT An optical output connector for the reference light source
used in wavelength calibration (/LFC, /LSC option)
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1.2 Rear Panel
1 2 3 4
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7
No. Name Function
1 GP-IB A GP-IB port for controlling the instrument from a PC
2 VIDEO OUT (SVGA) Analog RGB video signal (SVGA-compliant) interface
3 ETHERNET Ethernet Interface
4 USB interface Used to connect USB storage media or USB mouse
5 MAIN POWER Used to turn the main power ON/OFF
6 Power cord connector Connect the power cord to this connector
7 Exhaust holes Keeps the internal temperature from rising

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Part Names and Functions
1.3 LCD Screen
1 2 3 5
78
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
6
9
4
No. Name Function See
1 Label area Up to 56 characters Section 3.3
2 Year, month, day, time Section 3.5
3 Trace setting area Displays the status of each trace. Tap to display the
setup screen.
Section 3.12*,
Chapter 4*
4 Subscale Displays relative levels of differential waveforms
and normalized waveforms.
Section 3.3*
5Displays the Main Menu window. Section 3.2
6 Function menu For configuring various settings. Section 3.2
7 Shortcut keys Shortcuts to frequently used settings. You can
quickly specify settings by simply tapping them.
When a setting is on, the shortcut key is highlighted.
Section 3.2
8Appears when the zoom feature is in use. Section 4.1*
9 Wavelength/frequency Displays the start wavelength (frequency), center
wavelength (frequency), and stop wavelength
(frequency) of the zoom function.
You can set them directly by tapping the values.
Section 4.1*
10 Wavelength axis scale Displays the wavelength axis scale per division.
You can set it directly by tapping the value.
Section 4.1*
11 Overview screen Appears only when the zoom feature is in use. Section 4.1*
12 Level axis scale Displays the level axis scale per division.
You can set it directly by tapping the value.
Section 3.2*