Ando AQ8200/AQ8201 Series are modular optical test and measurement mainframe systems for 19‑inch rack installations, built around a mainframe, display controller, and plug‑in measurement modules. Frames accept up to 10 modules (frame dependent) and feature a 6.5‑inch TFT color LCD user display and LabVIEW driver support.
Specifications
System Architecture and Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Platform Type | Modular optical test & measurement mainframe (plug-in platform) |
| Series Covered | AQ8200 Series; AQ8201 Series |
| System Components | Mainframe + display controller + plug-in measurement modules |
Optical Platform Capabilities (Module-Dependent)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| ASE optical modulation mode | CW |
| ASE applicable fiber | SM (9/125 µm) |
| ATTN applicable fiber | SM (9/125 µm) |
| OSW applicable fiber | SM (9/125 µm) |
| RLM applicable fiber | SM (9/125 µm) |
| SPLTR/CPLR applicable fiber | SM (9/125 µm) |
Compatible Plug-In Modules
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical power meter modules | AQ8201-21; AQ8201-22 |
| Optical switch modules | AQ8201-414; AQ8201-418; AQ8201-43 |
| Optical spectrum analyzer module | N/A — no optical spectrum analyzer plug-in; AQ8201-61 is a Multi Wavelength Analyzer (MWA), not an OSA |
| Return loss measurement module | AQ8201-71 |
| Splitter/Coupler modules | AQ8201-818; AQ8201-855; AQ8201-873; AQ8201-891 |