The Advantest Q8381A is a high-performance optical spectrum analyzer designed to measure a wide wavelength range from 350 to 1750 nm. It features high level measurement accuracy, exceptionally low polarization dependence, and specialized functions such as pulse light measurement and luminosity compensation, making it ideal for both display LEDs and optical communication devices.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesGPIB (IEEE-488)
Display9-inch CRT display

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 / 120 / 220 / 240 V AC (selectable), 50/60 Hz, <= 150 VA
Operating Temperature0 to 40 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)424 mm (W) x 222 mm (H) x 450 mm (D)
Weight25 kg

Wavelength Specifications

ParameterValue
Wavelength Range350 to 1750 nm
Wavelength Accuracy+/- 1 nm
Wavelength Linearity+/- 0.5 nm (1.1 to 1.6 um)
Wavelength Span Range0.2 nm to 1400 nm, and 0 nm

Optical Power and Amplitude

ParameterValue
Power Measurement Range-85 to +10 dBm (1.1 to 1.6 um)
Maximum Input Power+10 dBm
Power Level Accuracy+/- 1.5 dB
Polarization Dependency+/- 0.1 dB or less (1.1 to 1.6 um)
Dynamic Range40 dB (at +/- 1 nm), 50 dB (at +/- 2 nm)

Resolution and Bandwidth

ParameterValue
Resolution Bandwidth (FWHM)0.1 nm to 5 nm (0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0 nm)

Measurement Speed and Sweep

ParameterValue
Sweep Time0.5 s or less (for 100 nm span)
Measurement ModesSingle, Continuous, Average

Optical Interfaces

ParameterValue
Optical Input Connector TypesFC-PC (standard)
Compatible Fiber Types50/125 um GI fiber, 10/125 um SM fiber

Analysis and Application Software

ParameterValue
Pulse Light Measuring FunctionBuilt-in
Luminosity Compensation DisplayBuilt-in
Built-in Analysis FunctionsAutomatic optimum measurement condition setting, automatic peak search, half-value width measurement
Spectral Width AnalysisEnvelope method, RMS method, Threshold method

External Connectivity and Control

ParameterValue
GPIB InterfaceIEEE-488 standard

Power and Electrical

ParameterValue
AC Input Voltage Range100 V / 120 V / 220 V / 240 V AC
AC Input Frequency Range50 Hz / 60 Hz
Power Consumption150 VA or less

Physical Characteristics

ParameterValue
Display Type9-inch CRT

Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating Humidity Range85% RH or less (no condensation)

Technology

Monochromator-based Spectroscopy

Applications

Spectral analysis of LEDs, laser diodes (LDs), and optical communication components