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8230E
Optical Power Meter
Operation Manual
FOE-8440174F01
MANUAL NUMBER
First printing March 30, 2007
ADC CORPORATION
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2007
All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1 Cover 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual FOE-8440174F01 MANUAL NUMBER First printing March 30, 2007 ADC CORPORATION 2007 All rights reserved. Printed in Japan...
  • Page 3 Safety Summary Safety Summary To ensure thorough understanding of all functions and to ensure efficient use of this instrument, please read the manual carefully before using. Note that ADC Corporation (hereafter referred to as ADC) bears absolutely no re- sponsibility for the result of operations caused due to incorrect or inappropriate use of this instrument. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by ADC, the protection provided by the equipment may be im- paired.
  • Page 4 Safety Summary product. • When the product has ventilation outlets, do not stick or drop metal or easily flammable ob- jects into the ventilation outlets. • When using the product on a cart, fix it with belts to avoid its drop. •...
  • Page 5 Safety Summary Main Parts with Limited Life Part name Life Unit power supply 5 years Fan motor 5 years Electrolytic capacitor 5 years LCD display 6 years LCD backlight 2.5 years Floppy disk drive 5 years Memory backup battery 5 years •...
  • Page 6 Environmental Conditions This instrument should be only be used in an area which satisfies the following conditions: • An area free from corrosive gas • An area away from direct sunlight • A dust-free area • An area free from vibrations •...
  • Page 7 Types of Power Cable Replace any references to the power cable type, according to the following table, with the appropriate power cable type for your country. Rating, color Model number Plug configuration Standards and length (Option number) PSE: Japan 125 V at 7 A Straight: A01402 Black...
  • Page 9 PREFACE 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual PREFACE This manual describes how to use the 8230E, its specifications, and how to use the 8230E by remote control. 1. Organization of this manual This manual consists of the following chapters: Safety Summary Read the safety instructions before operat- ing this instrument.
  • Page 10 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual PREFACE 2. Notation • The panel keys are described in this manual as shown below. Panel key: In bold type Example: [ZERO], [RATIO/ dBr] 3. Trademarks and Registered Trademarks • Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..................Product Outline ....................Standard Accessory ................... Accessories ......................Connectable Sensors ..................Optical Power Meter Software Revisions and Applicable Optical Sensors ..Options and Accessories ................... 1.6.1 Option to Use Old-Type Sensors (OPT8230E+70) ........
  • Page 12 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual Table of Contents 3.3.4 Setting the Range ..................3.3.5 Reading the Display ................... Backing up and Initializing the Setting Parameter ..........3.4.1 Backing up the Setting Parameter .............. 3.4.2 How to Initialize ..................Wavelength Preset .....................
  • Page 13 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual Table of Contents 6.2.3 Test Procedure .................... CALIBRATION ................... Measuring Instrument, Cable, and Other Instruments Required for Calibration Precautions ......................How to Connect the Instrument ................ Current Measurement Calibration Point and its Allowable Range ....
  • Page 15 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Title Page Connection Diagram for Sensors ..................Battery Cover ........................Battery Alignment ......................Front View ........................Display ..........................Rear View ......................... Top View .......................... Bottom View ........................Outline of the Parameter Backup ..................
  • Page 17 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual LIST OF TABLES Title Page Standard Accessories ......................Cable (Optional Accessories) ................... Old and New Model Numbers of Optical Sensors ............List of Software Revisions Required for Optical Sensor Operations ....... Sensor Option ........................

  • Page 19: Introduction

    However, this function is applied to software revision C00 or later. The 8230E includes two types of power supply system; an AC power supply and a battery, so that the mea- surements can be performed continuously under the following two conditions; measurements while on the move, and measurements when connected to the AC power supply.

  • Page 20: Accessories

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.3 Accessories Accessories The accessories (cable) list is shown in Table 1-2. Quote the model name when ordering. Table 1-2 Cable (Optional Accessories) Accessory name Model name Quantity Remarks 1-m USB cable A112010 USB A/male-mini B/male...

  • Page 21: Connectable Sensors

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.4 Connectable Sensors Connectable Sensors Thin- and cylindrical-type 823x series sensors can be connected to this instrument. Functions of the sensors are categorized into general purpose and high power. • 82311B The 82311B thin-type, general-purpose optical sensor is available for measurement in optical disk equipment or narrow spaces.

  • Page 22: Old And New Model Numbers Of Optical Sensors

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.4 Connectable Sensors • 82017A The 82017A is a general-purpose, thin-type sensor used for the TQ8210 and TQ8215. When this sensor is used for the 8230, option 70 must be installed. Wavelengths ranging from 400 nm to 1100 nm can be measured and the calibration wavelength is 850 nm.

  • Page 23: Connection Diagram For Sensors

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.4 Connectable Sensors 82311B OPTICAL SENSOR 82313B OPTICAL SENSOR 8230E OPTICAL POWER METER Figure 1-1 Connection Diagram for Sensors...

  • Page 24: Optical Power Meter Software Revisions And Applicable Optical Sensors

    C00 or later (+OPT70) 82015 *1 C00 or later (+OPT70) 82018A *1 C00 or later (+OPT70) *1 Currently discontinued. NOTE: If the software revision of the optical power meter 8230E is not applied, "Err 2" or "Err 3" is displayed.

  • Page 25: Options And Accessories

    OPT82323B+21 OPT82323B+23 NOTE: The additional calibration wavelength option (+21/+22/+23) cannot be used in the 8230E. Even if the additional calibration wavelength option is set in the sensor, the settings excluding the standard specifi- cation cannot be used in the 8230E.

  • Page 26: Operating Environment

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.7 Operating Environment Operating Environment Use this instrument under the following conditions: ambient temperature from 0C to +40C and a non-con- densing relative humidity of 80% or less. Power Supply This instrument can be operated from the AC power supply (100 V to 240 V) by using the supplied AC adap- tor or four AA dry batteries.

  • Page 27: How To Remove And Replace Batteries

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.8.2 Battery 1.8.2.1 How to Remove and Replace Batteries Turn off the power. Remove the AC adaptor if connected. Turn the two knobs on the battery cover to the OPEN position. Remove the battery cover and replace the batteries. Place the batteries in their correct position as shown in the battery holder.

  • Page 28: Precautions When Using This Instrument

    All parts of the LCD display are lit. The product name such as 8230E is displayed in the measurement value display area and the connected sensor type is displayed in the wavelength display area. ("311B" is displayed when 82311B is con- nected.) The under bar is displayed when no sensor is connected.

  • Page 29: 1.11 Cleaning

    1.11 Cleaning 1.11 Cleaning 1.11.1 Cleaning the 8230E Use a soft or damp cloth to clean the 8230E. CAUTION: Do not allow water inside the instrument. Do not use organic solvents solutions such as benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or thinner for cleaning because they deform the plastic.

  • Page 30: 1.13 Warm-Up

    The instrument must be warmed up for 30 minutes or more to reach operation performance specifications. 1.14 Calibration The 8230E must be calibrated by a qualified person with adequate instruments. For more information, refer to Chapter 7, "CALIBRATION." If no qualified person is available, contact an ADC CORPORATION sales representative.

  • Page 31: 1.16 Product Disposal And Recycle

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 1.16 Product Disposal and Recycle 1.16 Product Disposal and Recycle Disposal of this product should comply with the regulations and laws that are established by your country and municipality. When treating this product, separately collect components according to this chapter to prevent the spread of substances, which may be harmful to humans, and to protect the global environment.

  • Page 33: Panel And Function Description

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2. PANEL AND FUNCTION DESCRIPTION PANEL AND FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Front Side 2.1.1 Function Description Figure 2-1 Front View Display Displays the measurement value and other information. POWER Turns on or off the power.
  • Page 34 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2.1.1 Function Description ZERO Obtains the offset value to cancel the offset which depends on the optical sensor. Press [ZERO] for 2 seconds after completely covering the optical sensor. The 8230 displays “ZERO” for approximately 4 seconds, obtains the offset value, and returns to the normal measurement mode.
  • Page 35 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2.1.1 Function Description /DOWN Normal mode: Manually changes the measurement range up or down. Switches to MANUAL when the measurement range is set to AUTO. When setting the wavelength:Changes the value of the input wavelength.
  • Page 36 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2.1.1 Function Description 14. INPUT The connector which is connected to the optical sensor. (Refer to Figure 2-4) 15. AC ADAPTOR The connector which is connected to the included AC adaptor. (Refer to Figure 2-5) 16.

  • Page 37: 2.1.2 Display Description

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2.1.2 Display Description 2.1.2 Display Description Indicates the remote control state. Indicates that the smoothing calculation is on. Blinking: Smoothing is not performed the specified number of times. Indicates the auto range state. Indicates the CALIBRATION mode.

  • Page 38: Rear Side

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2.2 Rear Side Rear Side Figure 2-3 Rear View 18. Stand 19. Battery cover 20. Knobs...

  • Page 39: Upper Side

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 2.3 Upper Side Upper Side Refer to 14 in “2.1.1 Function Description”. Figure 2-4 Top View Bottom Side Refer to 15, 16, and 17 in “2.1.1 Function Description”. Figure 2-5 Bottom View...

  • Page 41: How To Perform Measurements

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3. HOW TO PERFORM MEASUREMENTS HOW TO PERFORM MEASUREMENTS Menu Map 1 Number of smoothing times Blinking (cursor) Blinking (cursor) 2 CF 3 CF value Blinking (cursor) Blinking (cursor) 4 Calibration wavelength 5 Number of...

  • Page 42: Menu Description

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3.2 Menu Description The menu items when CAL ON is set, are as follows. 1.CAL, 2.REV. (Revision display), 3.LCD (Display test), 4.MYID Menu Description Refer to “3.1 Menu Map”. The number of times that smoothing is performed Sets the number of times that the smoothing calculation is per- formed.

  • Page 43: Measurement Procedure

    Connect the sensor to the INPUT connector. NOTE: The 82311, 82313, 82321, 82323, 82311B, 82313B, 82321B, and 82323B can be used in the 8230E. The 82312, 82322, 82314A, 82314W, 82324A, 82312B, 82322B, 82314B, 82314BW, and 82324B cannot be used in the 8230E.

  • Page 44: Backing Up And Initializing The Setting Parameter

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3.4 Backing up and Initializing the Setting Parameter Backing up and Initializing the Setting Parameter 3.4.1 Backing up the Setting Parameter Because the setting parameters of this instrument are saved in SRAM and backed up by the power source (AC adaptor or battery), the parameters are saved even if the power turns off.

  • Page 45: 3.4.2 How To Initialize

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3.4.2 How to Initialize If the setting parameters were cleared, load when the power is turned on. Nonvolatile flash memory Volatile memory (For software revision C00 or later) USER-0 area Parameters which are backed...

  • Page 46: Wavelength Preset

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3.5 Wavelength Preset Wavelength Preset Frequently used wavelengths can be set easily by registering the four wavelengths. The preset wavelength cannot be set and called by using the remote command. 3.5.1 Setting the Preset Wavelength The four wavelengths from No.0 to No.4 can be set.

  • Page 47: Setting The Preset Wavelength

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3.5.1 Setting the Preset Wavelength Figure 3-2 Setting the Preset Wavelength...

  • Page 48: Calling The Preset Wavelength

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 3.5.2 Calling the Preset Wavelength 3.5.2 Calling the Preset Wavelength The four preset wavelengths in the wavelength setting can be called and set. An example, in which the preset wavelength of 405 nm in No.1 is called, is shown below. See Figure 3-3.

  • Page 49: Remote Controlling Via Usb

    CAUTION: The 8230E cannot be guaranteed to operate with all personal computers, hubs, etc. USB Specifications •...

  • Page 50: Connecting To A Personal Computer

    4.3.4 Response to the *IDN? Command This instrument has changed its model name from “ADCE8230E” to “8230E.” Accordingly, the response to the *IDN? command has also been changed. Note that an old model name response can also be set to maintain the compatibility with the application software.
  • Page 51 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.3.4 Response to the *IDN? Command Specification of response to *IDN? New model name ADC Corp.,8230E ,XXXXXXXXX,YYYYY response XXXXXXXXX: Serial No. YYYYY: Revision No. Old model name ADC,8230E ,XXXXXXXXX,YYYYY response XXXXXXXXX: Serial No. YYYYY: Revision No.

  • Page 52: Measurement Data Output Format

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.4 Measurement Data Output Format Measurement Data Output Format Measurement data is output by using the ASCII strings shown below.  CRLF Header: No header is output when the header output is set to OFF by the “H0” command.
  • Page 53 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.4 Measurement Data Output Format Mantissa Exponent Number of Number of Unit display Range Mantissa Exponent characters characters dd.ddd 20 nW E-09 ddd.dd 200 nW E-09 dddd.d 2000 nW E-09 20 W dd.ddd E-06 200 W...
  • Page 54 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.4 Measurement Data Output Format Number of displayed digits. Number of Number of Initial Unit display displayed Mantissa characters value digits. 4 1/2  RATIO 3 1/2  ddd.dd 4 1/2 (2,000 counts or more when W is displayed.)
  • Page 55 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.4 Measurement Data Output Format Block delimiter Number of Block delimiter Setting command Initial value characters CR+LF Mantissa and exponent when over range or under range is set Exponent Number of Number of Mantissa displayed digits.

  • Page 56: Status Register

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.5 Status Register Status Register The status of the instrument can be checked from a personal computer because this instrument has a hierar- chical status register structure. The status register structure of this instrument is shown in Figure 4-1.

  • Page 57: Status Byte Register

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.5 Status Register Table 4-1 Status Byte Register Name Description Not used Fixed to 0 Not used Fixed to 0 Not used Fixed to 0 ON: Sets to 1 if one of the bit of the logical product of DESR and Device Event Status DESER is 1.

  • Page 58: Device Event Status Register

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.5 Status Register Table 4-2 Device Event Status Register Name Description ON: Sets to 1 when the measurement is complete. End Of Measure OFF: Sets to 0 when the measurement starts.Set to 0 when the measurement data is loaded.

  • Page 59: Standard Event Status Register

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.5 Status Register Table 4-3 Standard Event Status Register Name Description Not used Fixed to 0 Not used Fixed to 0 Not used Fixed to 0 ON: Sets to 1 when the error, which depends on the device, Device Dependent occurs.

  • Page 60: Error Register

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.5 Status Register Table 4-4 Error Register Description ON: Sets to 1 if the result of the ZERO execution contains an error. ON: Sets to 1 when the sensor is disconnected. ON: Sets to 1 if the sum of the data, which is read from the sensor, contains an error.

  • Page 61: How To Set The Remote Command

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6 Remote Command Remote Command 4.6.1 How to Set the Remote Command 4.6.1.1 Remote Command Format • A command which consists of a header and no arguments. <Example> *TRG (Measurement start) ZR (ZERO correction execution) •...

  • Page 62: Command Separator

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.1 How to Set the Remote Command 4.6.1.3 Command Separator The following four methods can be used, the rest cause an error. • Inserting no space between commands. <Example> DW1R11 (Setting the unit display to W and the measurement range to 200 mW)) •...

  • Page 63: Remote Control Command List

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List 4.6.2.1 Initial Value • The “Power ON” column indicates the default settings when the power is turned on. Settings which do not contain , are saved by the backup function while the power is off.
  • Page 64 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List Table 4-5 Remote Control Commands (2 of 7) Initial value Availability Item Command Description Power Factory Calibration Error2 default mode Measure- Trigger mode AUTO ment start HOLD Query reply : M0 to M1...
  • Page 65 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List Table 4-5 Remote Control Commands (3 of 7) Initial value Availability Item Command Description Power Factory Calibration Error2 default mode Calculatio RATIO calculation Available only when W is displayed.
  • Page 66 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List Table 4-5 Remote Control Commands (4 of 7) Initial value Availability Item Command Description Power Factory Calibration Error2 default mode Remote Header Sets the header output to OFF Sets the header output to ON...
  • Page 67 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List Table 4-5 Remote Control Commands (5 of 7) Initial value Availability Item Command Description Power Factory Calibration Error2 default mode System Instrument infor- *IDN? Query command which inquires for the instru- mation ment information.
  • Page 68 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List Table 4-5 Remote Control Commands (6 of 7) Initial value Availability Item Command Description Power Factory Calibration Error2 default mode System Display backlight Sets the backlight to OFF. Backlight intensity: Dark...
  • Page 69 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.6.2 Remote Control Command List Table 4-5 Remote Control Commands (7 of 7) Initial value Availability Item Command Description Power Factory Calibration Error2 default mode Instru- Offset data direct XOF rng, rng: Range Setting range: 4 to 11...

  • Page 70: 4.7 Sample Programs

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.7 Sample Programs Sample Programs This section shows examples of program that control the instrument. Compatible PC: Manufactured by Fujitsu FMV - 6667ML6c Windows98SE Driver: ADC Instruments USB Driver Standard module: ausb.bas which is included in the ADC Instruments USB Driver.

  • Page 71: Display

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.7.1 Program Example 1 Dim rstr As String 'Receiving buffer of the measurement data Dim siz As Long 'Number of characters of the received data myID = 1 'First MYID row = 5 'Displays from the 5th row.

  • Page 72: Program Example 2

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.7.2 Program Example 2 Next cnt err_exit: ret = ausb_close(OPM1) 'Closes the device. If ret <> OK Then 'If the device is closed incorrectly MsgBox "device CLOSE error", vbExclamation End If ret = ausb_end() 'USB terminates.
  • Page 73 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.7.2 Program Example 2 Dim OPM2 As Long 'USB handle Dim myID1 As Long 'MYID which is set in OPM Dim myID2 As Long 'MYID which is set in OPM Dim ret As Long...
  • Page 74 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 4.7.2 Program Example 2 acters If ret = OK Then 'If the command is received correctly rstr = Left$(rstr, siz - 1) 'Deletes the terminator LF. Cells(6, 1) = "OPM2" Cells(6, 2) = rstr 'Writes the measurement data into the spec- ified cell.

  • Page 75: Technical Notes

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 5. TECHNICAL NOTES TECHNICAL NOTES Principle of Measurement Figure 5-1 shows a block diagram of this instrument. When light falls on the photodiode in the sensor, the photo-electric current, which is generated, is converted into voltage through the IV converter, amplified, and then digitized through the AD converter as measure- ment data.

  • Page 76: Block Diagram

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 5.1 Principle of Measurement 823x series sensor Photodiode bias circuit Non-volatile memory Wavelength sensitivity data Power Option 70 calibration data Power Sensor ID supply circuit 821x series sensor The 821x series sensors can be used by installing option 70.

  • Page 77: Optical Power Calibration And Wavelength Sensitivity Correction

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 5.2 Optical Power Calibration and Wavelength Sensitivity Correction Optical Power Calibration and Wavelength Sensitivity Correction Features of sensor photodiodes include varying sensitivity for individual photodiodes and wavelength- dependent sensitivity. This instrument ensures accuracy over a wide range of wavelengths by combining the power calibration at the calibration wavelength and the wavelength sensitivity correction over a wide range of wavelengths.

  • Page 78: Analog Out

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 5.3 ANALOG OUT ANALOG OUT A voltage, which is proportional to the measured photo-electronic current, is output from ANALOG OUT of this instrument. For the 823x series sensors, because the sensor sensitivity calibration, wavelength sensitivity correction, zero cancel, CF correction, and dBm/dBr calculation are performed on the CPU, these are not applied to a voltage output from ANALOG OUT.

  • Page 79: Performance Test

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 6. PERFORMANCE TEST PERFORMANCE TEST This chapter describes the procedures used to check whether this instrument (8230E) and the sensors (82311B, 82313B, 82321B, and 82323B) operate correctly within the specified accuracies. Performance Test for the 8230E...

  • Page 80: 6.1.1 How To Connect Instruments

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 6.1.1 How to Connect Instruments 6.1.1 How to Connect Instruments The connection required for the performance test of this instrument is shown in Figure 6-1. Input open TRIAX-12pin Connection for measuring zero conversion adapter...

  • Page 81: Current Range Accuracy Specifications

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 6.1.2 How to Test the Performance The instrument enters the current measurement mode. Remove the sensor, and then connect this instrument and the current generator (hereafter called VIG) through the TRIAX-12pin conversion adapter A as shown in Figure 6-1.
  • Page 82 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 6.1.2 How to Test the Performance NOTE: If the measured current is not within the accuracy for this test, perform the calibration according to Chapter 7, "CALIBRATION" or request ADC CORPORATION to calibrate or repair it.

  • Page 83: Measuring Instruments And Other Equipment Required To Check The Performance Of The Optical Sensor

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 6.2 Measuring Instruments and Other Equipment Required to Check the Performance of the Optical Sensor Measuring Instruments and Other Equipment Required to Check the Performance of the Optical Sensor To calibrate the optical sensors, the light source, optical fiber, standard optical power meter, all of which meet the specifications described below, as well as a measuring environment with little or no vibration, at a tem- perature of +23 C ...

  • Page 84: How To Connect The Instrument

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 6.2.1 How to Connect the Instrument 6.2.1 How to Connect the Instrument Sensor for the standard optical power meter LD light source Optical fiber FC adaptor Tested optical sensor Optical power meter 8230E/8230/8250A Figure 6-2 Connection Diagram for the Optical Sensor Performance Test 6.2.2...

  • Page 85: Test Procedure

    Ensure that the light source and optical power meter are ready and they are in the stable state. Set  of an optical power meter (8230E, 8230, or 8250A), which is connected to a sensor to be tested, to the calibration wavelength. Ensure that C is displayed.

  • Page 87: Calibration

    This chapter describes how to calibrate the optical power meter 8230E for use within the specified accuracy. To use this instrument within the specified accuracy, the 8230E should be calibrated once a year. For more information on calibrating the sensors, contact an ADC CORPORATION sales representative.

  • Page 88: Precautions

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.2 Precautions Precautions When calibrating, avoid any dust, impact, and noise, and perform the calibration under the following environmental conditions: 23 C 5 C, temperature change of 1 C Temperature Relative humidity 70% or less This instrument requires a warm up of 30 minutes or more.

  • Page 89: How To Connect The Instrument

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.3 How to Connect the Instrument How to Connect the Instrument Connecting the instrument for the IV offset calibration 8230E Input open For zero calibration TRIAX-12pin conversion adapter A/B 8230E TRIAX-12pin conversion adapter A/B...

  • Page 90: Current Measurement Calibration Point And Its Allowable Range

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.4 Current Measurement Calibration Point and its Allowable Range Current Measurement Calibration Point and its Allowable Range To perform the calibration, use an instrument, which satisfies the required accuracy described in Section 7.1, “Measuring Instrument, Cable, and Other Instruments Required for Calibration”, and adjust the calibration point to within the range shown in the table below.

  • Page 91: Calibration Operation

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.5 Calibration Operation Calibration Operation Calibration of this instrument cannot be performed by using the key pad. Perform the calibration by remote control through the USB. For more information on USB remote commands, refer to calibration items in Sec- tion 4.6.2, “Remote Control Command List”.
  • Page 92 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.5 Calibration Operation Enters the calibration mode. Calibration mode : CAL1 Input open Zero calibration : XIVC0 Calibration complete Connect 1 k Full calibrationXIVC1 Calibration incomplete Judgment Calibration complete Calibration error Calibration data saved : XWR...

  • Page 93: Current Measurement Calibration Flow

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.5 Calibration Operation Range Command Zero Full 20 nA OPEN 19.0000 nA Calibration mode : CAL1 200 nA OPEN 190.000 nA 2000 nA XR6 OPEN 1900.00 nA 20 A OPEN 19.0000 A Initialize all data : XINI0 200 A...

  • Page 94: Calibration Procedure

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.6 Calibration Procedure Calibration Procedure This section describes the calibration procedure. Enter the calibration mode. : CAL1 Refer to Section 7.3, “How to Connect the Instrument” and connect the instru- ment. Refer to Figure 7-3 Calibration Flow, and perform the IV offset calibration and then the current measurement calibration.
  • Page 95 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 7.6.2 Current Measurement Calibration 200 nA : 2 A : 20 A : 200 A : 2 mA : 20 mA : XR10 50 mA : XR11 Open the input (0A). Perform the zero calibration.

  • Page 97: Specifications

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 8. SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 8230E Specifications All accuracies are guaranteed for one year at a temperature of +23 C  5 C and a relative humidity of 70% or less. 8.1.1 Instrument Specifications Item Specification Resolution 1 pW (W is displayed), 0.01 dB (dBm is displayed)
  • Page 98 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 8.1.1 Instrument Specifications Item Specification MAX value hold function Holds the maximum measured value Relative value display function Ratio (W is displayed), dBr (dBm is displayed) Analog output When an 823x series sensor is used: The full-scale value varies depending on the sensitivity calibration value of a sensor, wavelength setting, correction value (CF), and range setting.

  • Page 99: General Specifications

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 8.1.2 General Specifications 8.1.2 General Specifications Item Specification Operating environment Environmental temperature: 0 to +40C. Relative humidity: 80% or less with no condensation Storing environment Environmental temperature: -20 to +70C. Relative humidity: 80% or less with no condensation...

  • Page 100: Optical Sensor Specifications

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 8.2 Optical Sensor Specifications Optical Sensor Specifications 8.2.1 Sensor Specifications (Sold Separately) 823x series Item Specification 82311/82311B 82313/82313B Model (General-purpose) (For high power light) Wavelength range 1100 nm 1100 nm Display in dBm -60 to +17 dBm...
  • Page 101 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 8.2.1 Sensor Specifications (Sold Separately) Item Specification 82321/82321B 82323/82323B Model (General-purpose) (For high power light) Wavelength range 1100 nm 1100 nm Display in dBm -60 to +17 dBm -50 to +23 dBm Power range...

  • Page 102: Wavelength Sensitivity Correction Option And Additional Calibration Wavelength Option

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual 8.2.2 Wavelength Sensitivity Correction Option and Additional Calibration Wavelength Option 8.2.2 Wavelength Sensitivity Correction Option and Additional Calibration Wavelength Option Wavelength sensitivity correction option: The wavelength sensitivity of each sensor is measured and corrected when calibrating.

  • Page 103: Appendix

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual APPENDIX A.1 Trouble Shooting (Before Asking for Repair) If a problem occurs in this unit, check the table below for the solution before asking for repair. If the problem persists, contact an ADC CORPORATION sales representative.

  • Page 104: A.2 Error Messages

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual A.2 Error Messages This section describes the error messages that are displayed while the 8230E is used. Table A-2 Error Message Error generation timing Display When the ed error Cause of the error Display time...

  • Page 105: Causes Of The Generated Calibration Errors

    8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual A.2.1 Causes of the Generated Calibration Errors Table A-3 Causes of the Generated Calibration Errors Displayed Cause Command Status Remarks err code The IV offset calibration is not conver- XIVC Err 10 ERR Bit7 ON...

  • Page 107: 8230E Dimensional Outline Drawing

    DIMENSIONAL OUTLINE DRAWING EXT-1...
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  • Page 111 Driver for Control ........4-1 Outline ............ 4-1 Error Messages ........A-2 PANEL AND FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 2-1 PERFORMANCE TEST ......6-1 Performance Test for the 8230E ..... 6-1 Power Supply .......... 1-8 Front Side ..........2-1 Precautions ..........7-2 Function Description ....... 2-1 Precautions when Using This Instrument 1-10 Principle of Measurement .......
  • Page 112 8230E Optical Power Meter Operation Manual Alphabetical Index Program Example 1 ........ 4-22 Program Example 2 ........ 4-24 Reading the Display ........ 3-3 Rear Side ..........2-6 Remote Control Command List ....4-15 REMOTE CONTROLLING VIA USB .. 4-1 Replacing Parts with Limited Life ..1-12 Sample Programs ........
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