Exfo IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System Manuel d'utilisateur

User GuideIntegrated Qualification SystemIQS-600

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System2 IQS-600Main FeaturesBoth controller and expansion units are designed to work with IQS modules

Integrated Qualification System 935 Using the IQS Manager InterfaceThis section helps you to work with the IQS Manager interface.Accessing Current Mod

Using the IQS Manager Interface94 IQS-600Accessing Current ModulesThe name, current status and serial number of each module installed on the unit you

Using the IQS Manager InterfaceIntegrated Qualification System 95Accessing Current ModulesIf you are currently in Remote mode and wish to revert to Lo

Using the IQS Manager Interface96 IQS-600Accessing Integrated ApplicationsAccessing Integrated ApplicationsThe Integrated Applications function tab is

Using the IQS Manager InterfaceIntegrated Qualification System 97Working on Test Results (Offline Mode)Working on Test Results (Offline Mode)Your IQS-

Using the IQS Manager Interface98 IQS-600Creating an Integrated Data DisplayCreating an Integrated Data DisplayNote: This feature is not available in

Using the IQS Manager InterfaceIntegrated Qualification System 99Creating an Integrated Data DisplayTo move monitor windows:1. On the monitor window y

Using the IQS Manager Interface100 IQS-600Viewing PDF FilesFor instructions on how to use the monitor window features of your IQS module, refer to the

Using the IQS Manager InterfaceIntegrated Qualification System 101Viewing PDF FilesTo view P D F f i l e s:1. From the Utilities function tab, selec

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 3Available ModelsAvailable ModelsBelow are diagrams to locate t

Using the IQS Manager Interface102 IQS-600Locating UnitsLocating UnitsNote: This feature is not available in Offline mode.Since you can connect many I

Using the IQS Manager InterfaceIntegrated Qualification System 103Accessing Utilities from IQS ManagerAccessing Utilities from IQS ManagerVarious util

Integrated Qualification System 1056 Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyYou can access your unit remotely from a computer using either the Remote Desktop

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely106 IQS-600Working with Remote DesktopWorking with Remote DesktopBy default, all the accounts with administrator rights

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 107Working with Remote Desktop4. In the Connecting to Remote Desktop window, in the Com

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely108 IQS-600Allowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote DesktopAllowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote D

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 109Allowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote Desktop3. Under System, select All

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely110 IQS-600Allowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote Desktop4. Under Remote Desktop, select Allow remote connec

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 111Allowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote Desktop7. From the Select Users di

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System4 IQS-600Available ModelsThe back of the IQS-605P-HS controller unit is where you find the peri

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely112 IQS-600Allowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote Desktop10. From the list of users, select the user that yo

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 113Allowing User with Limited Accounts to Use Remote DesktopRestarting or Turning Off Y

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely114 IQS-600Working with TightVNCWorking with TightVNCThe control of your unit with TightVNC requires the TightVNC Serve

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 115Working with TightVNCConfiguring the TightVNC ServerThe TightVNC Server is already i

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely116 IQS-600Working with TightVNC4. To require a password from both the primary users and the view-only users, click Set

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 117Working with TightVNCUsing the TightVNC ViewerThe TightVNC Viewer is used to control

Accessing your IQS-600 Remotely118 IQS-600Working with TightVNCUsing a Web Server as a ViewerYou can access to the TightVNC Server via a Web browser s

Accessing your IQS-600 RemotelyIntegrated Qualification System 119Working with TightVNC2. In the VNC Authentication dialog box, in the Password box, t

Integrated Qualification System 1217 Preparing for AutomationThe IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System was designed to meet the requirements of auto

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 5Available ModelsIQS-610P-HS Controller UnitThe front of the IQ

Preparing for Automation122 IQS-600EXFO supplies commands that follow the guidelines determined by the SCPI consortium and LabVIEW drivers for all ava

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 123Control Technology CharacteristicsLocal ActiveX (COM)  Allows you to develop an applicatio

Preparing for Automation124 IQS-600For more information on programming aspects, see the section on using your product in an automated test environment

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 125Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIBConfiguring Your Inte

Preparing for Automation126 IQS-600Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIBTo install the GPIB software and drivers for

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 127Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIB4. In the installatio

Preparing for Automation128 IQS-600Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIB6. Confirm which items will be installed on y

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 129Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIB8. Read the license a

Preparing for Automation130 IQS-600Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIB10. If you already have a user profile at Nat

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 131Configuring Your Integrated Qualification System for Working with GPIB12. Select which item

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System6 IQS-600Available ModelsThe back of the IQS-610P-HS controller unit is where you find the peri

Preparing for Automation132 IQS-600Preparing Hardware for GPIB ControlPreparing Hardware for GPIB ControlIf you intend to use GPIB to remotely control

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 133Preparing Hardware for GPIB ControlThe IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System configuratio

Preparing for Automation134 IQS-600Linking Units with the GPIB PortLinking Units with the GPIB PortIf your IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System is

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 135Linking Units with the Serial PortLinking Units with the Serial PortYour IQS-600 Integrated

Preparing for Automation136 IQS-600Getting Optimum Performance from Your Integrated Qualification SystemFor information on cabling, see Preparing Hard

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 137Getting Optimum Performance from Your Integrated Qualification System Output format (GPIB,

Preparing for Automation138 IQS-600Changing Communication SettingsChanging Communication SettingsCommunication settings cannot be modified without tur

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 139Changing Communication Settings3. Under Platform Startup, determine whether your module app

Preparing for Automation140 IQS-600Changing Communication Settings5. According to the communication type you have selected, customize the correspondin

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 141Changing Communication Settings For TCP/IPFor information on communicating with TCP/IP ove

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 7Available ModelsIQS-610E-HS Expansion UnitThe front of the IQS

Preparing for Automation142 IQS-600Changing Communication SettingsTo revert to default RS-232 settings:1. Click the Default RS-232 Settings button.2.

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 143Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitConfiguring DCOM Access to Your UnitDCOM technology all

Preparing for Automation144 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitSetting the General Security ParametersNote: To modify the security parameters,

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 145Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit8. In the My Computer Properties dialog box, click the

Preparing for Automation146 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit10. In the Access Permission dialog box, ensure that the Distributed COM Users

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 147Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit13. Under Launch and Activation Permissions, click Edit

Preparing for Automation148 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit14. In the Access Permission dialog box, ensure that the Distributed COM Users

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 149Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitTo add a user explicitly:1. In the My Computer Properti

Preparing for Automation150 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit4. In the Select Users or Groups dialog box, under Enter the object names to se

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 151Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit6. Confirm the newly added user has remote access permi

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System8 IQS-600Understanding the LEDsUnderstanding the LEDsThe LEDs on your Integrated Qualification

Preparing for Automation152 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit9. In the Launch and Activation Permission dialog box, click Add.10. In the Sel

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 153Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit12. Confirm the newly added user has Remote Launch and

Preparing for Automation154 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitCustomizing the Specific Security ParametersOnce you have defined the general s

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 155Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit4. In the Authentication Level list, select Default.

Preparing for Automation156 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit5. In the EXFO KernosHost Properties dialog box, click the Security tab.6. Unde

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 157Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit7. In the Launch and Activation Permission dialog box,

Preparing for Automation158 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit10. In the Launch and Activation Permission dialog box, select a user. 11. To a

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 159Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit14. In the EXFO KernosHost Properties dialog box, click

Preparing for Automation160 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit17. In the Select Users or Groups dialog box, under Enter the object names to s

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 161Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit20. To allow this user to access the IQS-600 remotely,

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 9Understanding the LEDsInterlock LEDWhen lit, it indicates that

Preparing for Automation162 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitEnabling DCOM on Client ComputerNote: To run DCOMCNFG.EXE, you need Administrat

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 163Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit4. Right-click My Computer, and then select Properties.

Preparing for Automation164 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit10. Click the COM Security tab and, under Access Permissions, click Edit Limits

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 165Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitDisabling DCOM Access to Your IQS-600Note: To change th

Preparing for Automation166 IQS-600Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit7. In the EXFO KernosHost Properties dialog box, click the Security tab.8. Unde

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 167Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated ApplicationPreparing to Control Modules with

Preparing for Automation168 IQS-600Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated ApplicationTo activate or deactivate remote control:1. From the Utili

Preparing for AutomationIntegrated Qualification System 169Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated Application3. From the Remote Control Configu

Preparing for Automation170 IQS-600Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated Application5. Under Description, type a relevant description (test in

Integrated Qualification System 1718 Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentEXFO supplies commands that follow the guidelines determined b

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System10 IQS-600Understanding the Hardware Buttons and Selection Dial (IQS-605P-HS)Understanding the

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment172 IQS-600Managing the States of Your IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemManaging the States o

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 173Managing the States of Your IQS-600 Integrated Qualification Sys

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment174 IQS-600Managing the States of Your IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemThe following diagram

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 175Managing the States of Your IQS-600 Integrated Qualification Sys

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment176 IQS-600Message ManagementMessage ManagementEach device that is physically connected to the GPIB

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 177Message Management Except for the string and binary block conte

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment178 IQS-600Message ManagementError/Event queue  Consists of a First-In, First-Out (FIFO) data stru

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 179Standard Status Data StructureStandard Status Data StructureEach

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment180 IQS-600Standard Status Data StructureThe following table presents a summary of the possible ope

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 181Standard Status Data StructureThe following table presents a sum

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 11Locating Integrated Qualification System Synchronization Port

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment182 IQS-600Standard Status Data Structure

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 183SCPI Command StructureSCPI Command StructureThe information pres

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment184 IQS-600SCPI Command StructureThe following table shows elements that are commonly used in the c

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 185SCPI Command Structure<mnemonic> Element used in the const

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment186 IQS-600SCPI Command StructureThere are also several conventions regarding command syntax: Spel

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 187SCPI Command Structure You can build program messages allowing

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment188 IQS-600Consulting Data TypesConsulting Data TypesIf you need information about data types used

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 189Writing Remote Control CodeWhen you write code, you must follow

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment190 IQS-600Error Message FormatError Message FormatSystem and device-specific errors are managed by

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 191Working with EXFO COM ObjectsWorking with EXFO COM ObjectsThe IQ

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Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System12 IQS-600Dual Hard Disk DriveDual Hard Disk DriveThe optional RAID 1 dual hard disk drive perf

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment192 IQS-600Working with EXFO LabVIEW DriversWorking with EXFO LabVIEW DriversEXFO provides you with

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 193Working with EXFO LabVIEW DriversThe following table presents th

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment194 IQS-600Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsUsing the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsOn

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 195Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsOn the Front Panel, y

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment196 IQS-600Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsThe following figure illustrates the State Ma

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 197Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsThe detail of this su

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment198 IQS-600Using the EXFO Getting Started Applications6. When you are finished, select Close to end

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 199Building and Using Custom VIsBuilding and Using Custom VIsEXFO L

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment200 IQS-600Building and Using Custom VIsWhen you click an icon in the EXFO palette, the correspondi

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 201Building and Using Custom VIsTo build a custom VI:1. Start LabVI

Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 13ConventionsConventionsBefore using the product described in t

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment202 IQS-600Building and Using Custom VIs3. Select EXFO IQS Base.4. From the EXFO IQS Base palette,

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 203Building and Using Custom VIs8. Set the required parameters and

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment204 IQS-600Building and Using Custom VIs10. When you are finished, add EXIQSBASE_CloseComm.vi to yo

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 205Monitoring Remote CommandsMonitoring Remote CommandsIQS Manager

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment206 IQS-600Monitoring Remote Commands3. Do one of the following: If monitoring using GPIB, ActiveX

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentIntegrated Qualification System 207Monitoring Remote Commands If monitoring using TCP/IP, which pr

Using IQS Products in an Automated Test Environment208 IQS-600Monitoring Remote CommandsWith the History parameter, you determine how many commands yo

Integrated Qualification System 2099 MaintenanceTo help ensure long, trouble-free operation: Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them

Maintenance210 IQS-600Replacing the FuseReplacing the FuseThe IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System contains a 10 A, L250 V, fast blow, low breaking

MaintenanceIntegrated Qualification System 211Managing Windows Updates3. Under Windows Update, click Turn automatic updating on or off.

Maintenance212 IQS-600Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)4. Select the update options that best suit your needs.5. Click OK to con

Integrated Qualification System 21310 TroubleshootingSolving Common ProblemsProblem Probable Cause Recommended ActionIQS-600 module does not turn on.

Troubleshooting214 IQS-600Solving Common ProblemsThe controller unit does not detect the IQS modules in your expansion unit. The expansion unit is no

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 215Solving Common ProblemsYou receive an error message indicating that you must insert your high-speed

Troubleshooting216 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal OperationRestoring Your Controller Unit to Normal OperationIf you ever encounter ma

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 217Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal OperationWhen you want to restore your unit, there are seve

Troubleshooting218 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal OperationCAUTION Before starting one of the recovery operations, connect your unit

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 219Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal OperationTo revert your unit to a previous state:1. Ensure

Troubleshooting220 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation4. Click Settings > Change PC settings.5. Click Update and recovery.

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 221Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation6. Click Recovery.7. If you want to refresh or res

Integrated Qualification System 152 Safety Information Laser Safety InformationYour IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System does not include laser com

Troubleshooting222 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation8. If you want to restore your unit (with a WIM file), proceed as follows:

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 223Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation8c. Click Platform Imaging Utility to display the

Troubleshooting224 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation8e. From the Platform Servicing and Imaging Utility wizard, select Restore

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 225Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation8g. Locate the USB key, and then double-click its

Troubleshooting226 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal OperationTo create a WIM file for your unit:1. On your platform, put the mouse curs

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 227Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation2. Click Settings > Change PC settings.3. Click

Troubleshooting228 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation4. Click Recovery.

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 229Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation5. Under Advanced Startup, click Restart now.6. Un

Troubleshooting230 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation7. Click Platform Imaging Utility to display the corresponding application

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 231Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation9. From the Platform Servicing and Imaging Utility

Safety Information16 IQS-600Electrical Safety InformationElectrical Safety InformationThis unit uses an international safety standard three-wire power

Troubleshooting232 IQS-600Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation10. Click Browse.11. Locate the USB key, and then double-click its identif

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 233Restoring Your Controller Unit to Normal Operation14. Click Start. Note: The time required to create

Troubleshooting234 IQS-600Viewing Online DocumentationViewing Online DocumentationAn online version of the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System use

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 235Contacting the Technical Support GroupContacting the Technical Support GroupTo obtain after-sales se

Troubleshooting236 IQS-600Viewing System InformationViewing System InformationThe System Information function tab contains important information about

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 237Viewing System InformationConsulting the Kits Installed TabThe Kits Installed tab allows you to view

Troubleshooting238 IQS-600Viewing System Information2. Select Kits Installed to view which kits are installed on your unit.The first column represents

TroubleshootingIntegrated Qualification System 239Viewing System InformationConsulting the Components TabThe Components tab provides a list of all the

Troubleshooting240 IQS-600TransportationNote: You cannot change the filename for this list. If you save the list a second time, the first list will be

Integrated Qualification System 24111 WarrantyGeneral InformationEXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship

Safety InformationIntegrated Qualification System 17Electrical Safety InformationThe color coding used in the electric cable depends on the cable. New

Warranty242 IQS-600ExclusionsExclusionsEXFO reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of its products at any time withou

WarrantyIntegrated Qualification System 243Service and RepairsService and RepairsEXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years f

Warranty244 IQS-600EXFO Service Centers WorldwideEXFO Service Centers WorldwideIf your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized ser

Integrated Qualification System 245A Technical SpecificationsNote: The IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System is intended for indoor use only.IMPORTA

Technical Specifications246 IQS-600Software and driversOperating system bWindows 8.1 ProEXFO software IQS ManagerLocal control ActiveX/COM library usi

Integrated Qualification System 247B SCPI-Based ErrorsError NumberDescription Probable Cause–100 “Command error” This is the generic syntax error for

SCPI-Based Errors248 IQS-600–110 “Command header error”An error was detected in the header. This error message should be used when the device cannot d

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 249–123 “Exponent too large” The magnitude of the exponent was larger than 32000 (see IEEE 488.2, 7.7

SCPI-Based Errors250 IQS-600–150 “String data error” This error, as well as errors –151 through –159, are generated when parsing a string data element

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 251–180 “Macro error” This error, as well as errors –181 through –189, are generated when defining a

Safety Information18 IQS-600Electrical Safety InformationEquipment RatingsTemperature Operation Storage 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) –40 °C to

SCPI-Based Errors252 IQS-600–210 “Trigger error” -----–211 “Trigger ignored” Indicates that a GET, *TRG, or triggering signal was received and recogni

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 253–222 “Data out of range” Indicates that a legal program data element was parsed but could not be e

SCPI-Based Errors254 IQS-600–233 “Invalid version” Indicates that a legal program data element was parsed but could not be executed because the versio

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 255–253 “Corrupt media” Indicates that a legal program command or query could not be executed because

SCPI-Based Errors256 IQS-600–260 “Expression error” Indicates that an expression program data element related error occurred. This error message shoul

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 257–275 “Macro definition too long”Indicates that a syntactically legal macro program data sequence c

SCPI-Based Errors258 IQS-600–284 “Program currently running”Certain operations dealing with programs may be illegal while the program is running; for

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 259–312 “PUD memory lost” Indicates that the protected user data saved by the *PUD command has been l

SCPI-Based Errors260 IQS-600–363 “Input buffer overrun” Software or hardware input buffer on serial port overflows with data caused by improper or non

SCPI-Based ErrorsIntegrated Qualification System 261–700 “Request control” The instrument requested to become the active IEEE 488.1 controller-in-char

Safety InformationIntegrated Qualification System 19Other Safety Symbols on Your UnitOther Safety Symbols on Your UnitOne or more of the following sym

Integrated Qualification System 263CData TypesThe following section provides an overview of the most common data types that may appear in EXFO’s docum

Data Types264 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <PROGRAM MESSAGE TERMINATOR>In the di

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 265Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <CHARACTER PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used to send

Data Types266 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <NON-DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used for integer representa

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 267Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2Examples: #Q1234567, #q1275, #q07Examples: #B10010111, #b10110,

Data Types268 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <STRING PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used for strings containing 7-bit ASCII

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 269Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <ARBITRARY BLOCK PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used to

Data Types270 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <SUFFIX PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used when units and multipliers have to

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 271Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2The table below illustrates the possible forms for <suffix m

Data Types272 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2The table below gives the possible forms for <suffix unit>: Reference Unit Suffix

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 273Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <RESPONSE ME

Data Types274 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> (or <NR1>)This data type is used by a devic

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 275Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> (or <NR3>)This data

Data Types276 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 Special Numeric Values Received on OutputIn some cases, an instrument may send valu

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 277Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <HEXADECIMAL NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>This data type is

Data Types278 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <OCTAL NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used by a device to return int

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 279Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <BINARY NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used

Data Types280 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <DEFINITE LENGTH ARBITRARY BLOCK RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used by a de

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 281Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <INDEFINITE LENGTH ARBITRARY BLOCK RESPONSE DATA>This

Integrated Qualification System 213 Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemYou can either use your IQS-600 Integrated Qualification

Data Types282 IQS-600Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <SUFFIX RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used by a device to return units and

Data TypesIntegrated Qualification System 283Applicable Data Types for Input—SCPIApplicable Data Types for Input—SCPISCPI data types include the IEEE

Data Types284 IQS-600Special Numeric Values Received on OutputSpecial Numeric Values Received on OutputIt is possible that an instrument returns unusu

Integrated Qualification System 285D IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsThis chapter presents detailed information about the commands and queries supplie

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands286 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsIEEE 488.2 Required Commands*SRE Service request enable command(See *SRE on pag

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 287IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*ESEDescription The *ESE command sets the Standard Even

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands288 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required Commands The table below shows the contents of this register.A value of 1 in the Enable

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 289IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*ESE?Description The *ESE? query allows the programmer

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands290 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for <RegisterValue> i

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 291IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*ESR?Description The *ESR? query allows the programmer

Integrated Qualification System iiiContentsCertification Information ...

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System22 IQS-600Installing Your Controller and Expansion Units in a RackmountInstalling Your Contro

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands292 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for <RegisterValue> i

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 293IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*IDN?Description The intent of the *IDN? query is for t

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands294 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsField 3 (Serial number): ASCII character (0 if not available)Field 4 (Firmwar

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 295IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*OPCDescription The *OPC command allows synchronization

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands296 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*OPC?Description The *OPC? query allows synchronization between the instrument

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 297IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*RSTDescription The *RST command performs a device rese

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands298 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*SREDescription The *SRE command sets the Service Request Enable Register bits.

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 299IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsSee the contents of this register below.A bit value of

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands300 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*SRE?Description The *SRE? query allows the programmer to determine the current

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 301IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 23Installing Your Controller and Expansion Units in a Rackmou

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands302 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*STB?Description The *STB? query allows the programmer to read the status byte

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 303IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands304 IQS-600IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*TST?Description The *TST? query causes an internal self-test and places a resp

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 305IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*WAIDescription The *WAI command shall prevent the devi

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands306 IQS-600Specific Commands—Quick ReferenceSpecific Commands—Quick ReferenceThe table below contains a summary of the

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 307Specific CommandsSpecific Commands:FORMat[:DATA]Description The FORMat[:DATA] comma

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands308 IQS-600Specific CommandsIn ASCii format, the numeric data is transferred to ASCii bytes in <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONS

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 309Specific Commands:FORMat[:DATA]?Description The FORMat[:DATA]? query returns the da

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands310 IQS-600Specific CommandsWhen the data is returned in ASCII, the <Length> is the number of significant digits

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 311Specific Commands:INSTrument:CATalog?Description The INSTrument:CATalog? query retu

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System24 IQS-600Installing Your Controller and Expansion Units in a Rackmount3. Assemble the rackmo

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands312 IQS-600Specific Commands:INSTrument:CATalog:FULL?Description The INSTrument:CATalog:FULL? returns a list of <ST

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 313Specific Commands:SYSTem:DATEDescription The SYSTem:DATE command is used to set the

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands314 IQS-600Specific Commands Day: The program data syntax for <Day> is defined as a <DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 315Specific Commands:SYSTem:DATE?Description The SYSTem:DATE query returns the instrum

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands316 IQS-600Specific CommandsResponse(s)  Year: The response data syntax for <Year> is defined as a <NR1 NUME

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 317Specific Commands:SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]?Description The SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]? queries

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands318 IQS-600Specific CommandsThe <Description[,Info]> parameter of the full response is a quoted string containin

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 319Specific Commands:SYSTem:TIMEDescription This device has an internal clock and impl

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands320 IQS-600Specific Commands Seconds: The program data syntax for <Seconds> is defined as a <DECIMAL NUMERIC

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 321Specific Commands:SYSTem:TIME?Description This device has an internal clock and imp

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 25Installing Your Controller and Expansion Units in a Rackmou

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Commands322 IQS-600Specific CommandsResponse(s)  Hour: The response data syntax for <Hour> is defined as a <NR1 NUME

IEEE 488.2 and Specific CommandsIntegrated Qualification System 323Specific Commands:SYSTem:VERSion?Description The SYSTem:VERSion? query returns a va

Integrated Qualification System 325E COM Properties and EventsThe IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System also provides objects based on Microsoft Com

COM Properties and Events326 IQS-600ActiveX (COM/DCOM)—Quick ReferenceActiveX (COM/DCOM)—Quick ReferenceThe following diagram illustrates the differen

COM Properties and EventsIntegrated Qualification System 327PropertiesPropertiesWriteDescription This method allows you to send a program message (sin

COM Properties and Events328 IQS-600PropertiesWriteBinaryDescription This method allows you to send a program message (single command or compound of c

COM Properties and EventsIntegrated Qualification System 329PropertiesReadDescription This method allows you to retrieve all the data from the device

COM Properties and Events330 IQS-600PropertiesReadBinaryDescription This method allows you to retrieve data from the device output queue in a binary f

COM Properties and EventsIntegrated Qualification System 331PropertiesFor example, if you receive this response (here, values are expressed in decimal

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System26 IQS-600Connecting One or More Expansion Units to a Controller UnitConnecting One or More E

COM Properties and Events332 IQS-600PropertiesDeviceClearDescription This method performs a Device Clear operation as specified in the IEEE 488.1 stan

COM Properties and EventsIntegrated Qualification System 333PropertiesLockoutStateDescription This property returns or sets the device’s lockout state

COM Properties and Events334 IQS-600EventsEventsRequestServiceDescription This event is triggered whenever the device causes a Service Request (SRQ).P

Integrated Qualification System 335F Using the IQS-9600 Utility ModuleThe IQS-9600 Utility Module provides a secure, standardized way of integrating c

Using the IQS-9600 Utility Module336 IQS-600

Using the IQS-9600 Utility ModuleIntegrated Qualification System 337

IndexIntegrated Qualification System 339IndexAAbout tab... 236AC requirements ...

Index340 IQS-600communicationActiveX ... 123changing settings ... 138default

IndexIntegrated Qualification System 341examplesCOM/DCOM... 191LabVIEW ...

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 27Connecting One or More Expansion Units to a Controller Unit

Index342 IQS-600IQ module, removing ... 35IQS-600controller... 121turning off

IndexIntegrated Qualification System 343moving, monitor windows ... 98multiple capabilities ...

Index344 IQS-600Qqueueerror/event... 178input... 176output ..

IndexIntegrated Qualification System 345sending datawith Ethernet port ... 134with GPIB port ...

Index346 IQS-600repairing... 17status... 172ventilation .

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Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System28 IQS-600Connecting One or More Expansion Units to a Controller Unit2. Connect the other end

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 29Connecting One or More Expansion Units to a Controller Unit

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System30 IQS-600Inserting and Removing Test ModulesInserting and Removing Test ModulesCAUTIONNever

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 31Inserting and Removing Test ModulesTo insert a module into

iv IQS-6004 Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System ...51Calibrating Your Touchscreen (IQS-605P-HS) ...

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System32 IQS-600Inserting and Removing Test Modules4. Insert the protruding edges of the module int

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 33Inserting and Removing Test ModulesThe module is correctly

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System34 IQS-600Inserting and Removing Test Modules3. Cover empty slots with the supplied protectiv

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 35Inserting and Removing Test ModulesSince IQ modules do not

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System36 IQS-600Safeguarding Units with the InterlockSafeguarding Units with the InterlockEXFO’s mo

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 37Safeguarding Units with the InterlockIf you use modules fea

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System38 IQS-600Turning the Integrated Qualification System On and OffTurning the Integrated Qualif

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 39Installing or Upgrading the ApplicationsInstalling or Upgra

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System40 IQS-600Installing or Upgrading the ApplicationsTo update or reinstall Update Manager:1. If

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 41Installing or Upgrading the ApplicationsTo install or upgra

Integrated Qualification System v7 Preparing for Automation ... 121Configuring Yo

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System42 IQS-600Activating Software OptionsActivating Software OptionsThe software options purchase

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 43Activating Software OptionsTo activate the options for your

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System44 IQS-600Activating Software Options6. In the Platform Options tab, use the Browse button to

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 45Activating Software OptionsTo activate software options for

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System46 IQS-600Protecting your Unit with an Antivirus Software6. In the Module Options tab, use th

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 47Accessing IQS ManagerAccessing IQS ManagerWhen your IQS-600

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System48 IQS-600Exiting IQS ManagerExiting IQS ManagerTo exit IQS Manager:1. Click the Exit button,

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 49Installing EXFO LabVIEW DriversInstalling EXFO LabVIEW Driv

Getting Started with Your Integrated Qualification System50 IQS-600Installing EXFO LabVIEW Drivers3. Once the software installation is complete, insta

Integrated Qualification System 514 Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemCalibrating Your Touchscreen (IQS-605P-HS)The touchscreen simplifie

vi IQS-60011 Warranty ...241General Information ...

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System52 IQS-600Installing an External MonitorTo calibrate your touchscreen:1. Start Windows. 2. On the taskb

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 53Installing an External MonitorCAUTIONDo not put the monitor directly

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System54 IQS-600Adjusting the Display and SoundAdjusting the Display and SoundDifferent working environments

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 55Adjusting the Display and SoundNote: You can also access the sound le

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System56 IQS-600Changing the Backlight Level (IQS-605P-HS)Changing the Backlight Level (IQS-605P-HS)The backl

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 57Selecting the Language of OperationSelecting the Language of Operatio

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System58 IQS-600Selecting the Language of Operation3. Select the desired language from the list.Note: If the

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 59Selecting the Language of Operation5. If you want to select another k

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System60 IQS-600Selecting the Language of Operation5b. Select the desired keyboard layout, then click Add.

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 61Selecting the Language of Operation6. Under Windows display language,

Certification InformationIntegrated Qualification System viiCertification InformationNorth America Regulatory StatementThis unit was certified by an a

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System62 IQS-600Selecting the Language of OperationTo download language packs:1. Ensure that your unit has ac

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 63Selecting the Language of Operation4. Click Add a language.5. Browse

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System64 IQS-600Selecting the Language of Operation7. Select the desired sub-language, and then click Add.

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 65Selecting the Language of Operation8. Select the desired language fro

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System66 IQS-600Selecting the Language of Operation10. Click Download and install language pack.11. When the

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 67Setting Date and Time FormatsSetting Date and Time FormatsBy default,

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System68 IQS-600Setting Date and Time Formats3. Refine the settings according to your needs.4. Click Apply to

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 69Adjusting the Date, Time and Time ZoneAdjusting the Date, Time and Ti

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System70 IQS-600Installing an External KeyboardInstalling an External KeyboardYour IQS-600 Integrated Qualifi

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 71Activating the On-Screen KeyboardActivating the On-Screen KeyboardYou

Certification Informationviii IQS-600European Community Declaration of ConformityAn electronic version of the declaration of conformity for your produ

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System72 IQS-600Activating the On-Screen KeyboardTo select the keyboard type:1. In the main window, select th

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 73Installing a MouseInstalling a MouseYour IQS-600 Integrated Qualifica

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System74 IQS-600Installing a Tape, CD, or DVD PlayerInstalling a Tape, CD, or DVD PlayerYour IQS-600 Integrat

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 75Installing a Headset or a SpeakerInstalling a Headset or a SpeakerYou

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System76 IQS-600Installing a MicrophoneInstalling a MicrophoneYour IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System ca

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 77Installing a PrinterInstalling a PrinterYour IQS-600 Integrated Quali

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System78 IQS-600Selecting the Startup InterfaceSelecting the Startup InterfaceYou can select whether or not I

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 79Customizing Access LevelsCustomizing Access LevelsYou cannot set pass

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System80 IQS-600Customizing Access LevelsTo customize access levels:1. In the main window, select the Utiliti

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 81Setting Up Auto Logon for WindowsSetting Up Auto Logon for WindowsNot

Integrated Qualification System 11 Introducing the IQS-600 Integrated Qualification SystemMain FeaturesThe IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System is

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System82 IQS-600Setting Up Auto Logon for Windows3. In the Run box, type control userpasswords2, then select

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 83Setting Up Auto Logon for Windows5. Select the User name box, type th

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System84 IQS-600Setting Communication ParametersSetting Communication ParametersFor information on communicat

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 85Adjusting the Fan SpeedTo adjust the fan speed:1. In the main window,

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System86 IQS-600Saving and Opening ConfigurationsSaving and Opening ConfigurationsIt is possible to save as m

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 87Saving and Opening ConfigurationsTo load a configuration:1. Select th

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System88 IQS-600Saving the Configuration on ExitingSaving the Configuration on ExitingIQS Manager offers you

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 89Changing Unit and Module IdentificationChanging Unit and Module Ident

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification System90 IQS-600Changing Unit and Module Identification4. Change the unit or module name and number as desire

Setting Up Your Integrated Qualification SystemIntegrated Qualification System 91Reverting to Factory SettingsReverting to Factory SettingsYou might n