Exfo FTB-500 Bedienungsanleitung

User Guide FTB-500

Introducing the FTB-5002 FTB-500Main FeaturesMain FeaturesFunction buttons Speaker StylusPower buttonLCD/TouchscreenModule-related LED panelUnit-relat

Setting Up Your FTB-50092 FTB-500Selecting the Language of Operation5. Tap Add a language.6. Browse the list of languages, and then select the one tha

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 93Selecting the Language of Operation8. Select the desired sub-language, and then tap Add.9. Select the desired languag

Setting Up Your FTB-50094 FTB-500Setting Date and Time Formats11. Tap Download and install language pack.12. When the application prompts you to allow

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 95Setting Date and Time Formats3. Under Clock, Language, and Region, tap Change date, time, or number formats.4. Refine

Setting Up Your FTB-50096 FTB-500Adjusting the Date, Time and Time ZoneAdjusting the Date, Time and Time ZoneNote: Only administrator-level users can

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 97Configuring the Power Management OptionsConfiguring the Power Management OptionsTo help you get the optimum performan

Setting Up Your FTB-50098 FTB-500Configuring the Power Management OptionsYou can either modify one of the existing power plans or create one (based on

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 99Configuring the Power Management Options4. From the list of available power plans, select the desired set of paramete

Setting Up Your FTB-500100 FTB-500Configuring the Power Management OptionsTo create a power plan:1. From the main window, tap the System Settings butt

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 101Configuring the Power Management Options4. From the list on the left, tap Create a power plan.5. Select a power plan

Introducing the FTB-500FTB-500 3Main FeaturesUSB ports (2)Fiber inspection probe connectorBack supports Right side(four-slot model)Module slotsSerial

Setting Up Your FTB-500102 FTB-500Configuring the Power Management Options7. Modify the parameters to suit your needs.8. Tap Create.

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 103Configuring the Power Management OptionsTo modify or delete an existing power plan:1. From the main window, tap the

Setting Up Your FTB-500104 FTB-500Configuring the Power Management Options4. From the list of available power plans, locate the set of parameters that

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 105Configuring the Power Management Options6. If you want to modify the parameters, proceed as follows:6a. Modify the p

Setting Up Your FTB-500106 FTB-500Configuring the Power Management Options7. If you want to delete the power plan, tap Delete this plan, and then conf

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 107Setting ToolBox BehaviorSetting ToolBox BehaviorYou can specify how ToolBox behaves when the application is started,

Setting Up Your FTB-500108 FTB-500Setting ToolBox Behavior3. Select the items corresponding to the desired behavior. Hide ToolBox in the notification

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 109Configuring the Internet OptionsConfiguring the Internet OptionsYou can browse the Web directly from your unit, prov

Setting Up Your FTB-500110 FTB-500Configuring the Internet Options4. Tap Internet Options.5. Go to the Connections tab.6. Modify the settings using th

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 111Configuring Parameters via Windows Mobility CenterConfiguring Parameters via Windows Mobility CenterFor a quick acce

Introducing the FTB-5004 FTB-500Main FeaturesBack support Right side(eight-slot model)Module slotsBottom supportFront module lockUSB ports (2)Serial p

Setting Up Your FTB-500112 FTB-500Setting Communication ParametersSetting Communication ParametersFor information on how to configure your unit for re

FTB-500 1135Working with Your UnitPrinting DocumentsYou can print documents and images directly from your unit by using either the provided PDF creati

Working with Your Unit114 FTB-500Viewing PDF FilesViewing PDF FilesYou can view PDF files directly from your unit using the provided PDF file viewer.

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 115Taking Screen CapturesTaking Screen Captures You can take captures of what is displayed on your screen, directly from

Working with Your Unit116 FTB-500Taking Screen CapturesTo take a screen capture:1. If necessary, from the front panel of the unit, press the button

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 117Browsing the WebBrowsing the Web You can browse the Web directly from your unit, provided that you have access to an

Working with Your Unit118 FTB-500Accessing the Internet with a 3G USB Modem KeyAccessing the Internet with a 3G USB Modem KeyNote: Only administrator-

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 119Accessing the Internet with a 3G USB Modem KeyTo install the AirCard Watcher application on your unit:1. If necessary

Working with Your Unit120 FTB-500Accessing the Internet with a 3G USB Modem KeyTo work with a 3G USB modem key:1. If necessary, turn on your unit and

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 121Accessing the Internet with a 3G USB Modem Key5. Once the AirCard Watcher application starts, tap Connect to establis

Introducing the FTB-500FTB-500 5Main FeaturesBack supportsDC input connector(for AC adapter/charger)Ethernet (RJ-45) portVideo out port (for any comme

Working with Your Unit122 FTB-500Retrieving the GPS Location of Your UnitRetrieving the GPS Location of Your UnitWith the optional GPS USB key and the

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 123Retrieving the GPS Location of Your Unit3. From the main window, tap the Utilities button, then tap GPS Coordinates V

Working with Your Unit124 FTB-500Managing FavoritesManaging FavoritesFor a quicker access to the applications that you use most often, you may want to

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 125Managing Favorites4. Tap Browse to locate the desired application.5. Type a name for the new Favorite.6. Tap OK to co

Working with Your Unit126 FTB-500Managing Favorites3. Tap the icon corresponding to the Favorite that you want to remove from the list.4. Tap Remove.N

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 127Managing FavoritesTo work with Favorites:1. From the main window, tap the Favorites button.2. Tap the icon correspond

Working with Your Unit128 FTB-500Managing FavoritesTo export the list of Favorites:1. From the main window, tap the Favorites button.2. Tap Favorites

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 129Managing Favorites4. Select a location and type a name for the Favorites list.5. Tap Save.6. Tap OK to apply the chan

Working with Your Unit130 FTB-500Managing FavoritesTo import a list of Favorites:1. From the main window, tap the Favorites button.2. Tap Favorites Ma

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 131Managing Favorites4. Select the desired Favorites list.5. Tap Open.6. Tap OK to apply the changes and close the windo

Introducing the FTB-5006 FTB-500Main FeaturesBack supportAC connectorBottom supportEthernet (RJ-45) portVideo out port (for any commercially available

Working with Your Unit132 FTB-500Using the CalculatorUsing the CalculatorYou can use Microsoft Calculator directly from your unit.To use the Calculato

Working with Your UnitFTB-500 133Accessing Other ToolsAccessing Other ToolsYour unit comes with various tools that can help you better analyze or mana

FTB-500 1356 Using the Optional Built-In Power Meter and VFLThe FTB-500 can be equipped with an optical power meter and a visual fault locator (VFL).

Using the Optional Built-In Power Meter and VFL136 FTB-500To access the built-in power meter or the VFL:From the main window, tap Power Meter and VFL.

FTB-500 1377 Inspecting Fibers with a ProbeThe fiber inspection probe (FIP) is used to find dirty or damaged connectors by displaying an enlarged view

Inspecting Fibers with a Probe138 FTB-500To inspect fibers with a probe:1. Connect the probe to your unit.For a probe of the FIP-400 series, connect i

Inspecting Fibers with a ProbeFTB-500 1392. From the main window, tap the button corresponding to the probe that you want to use to start the correspo

FTB-500 1418 Managing DataYou can copy, move, rename, delete files and folders directly on your unit. You can transfer files from your unit to a USB m

Introducing the FTB-500FTB-500 7Main FeaturesThe FTB-500 runs Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro, and the ToolBox software provides you with a graphical, user-

Managing Data142 FTB-500Viewing Disk Space and Managing FilesViewing Disk Space and Managing FilesTo help you manage the data that is stored on your u

Managing DataFTB-500 143Transferring Data via BluetoothTransferring Data via BluetoothWith the optional Bluetooth device, you can transfer data betwee

Managing Data144 FTB-500Transferring Data via BluetoothTo configure your unit and the computer for transfer:1. Configure your unit as follows:1a. Conn

Managing DataFTB-500 145Transferring Data via Bluetooth1e. From the Share tab, ensure that the Allow remote devices to browse, send, and receive pictu

Managing Data146 FTB-500Transferring Data via BluetoothTo transfer data via Bluetooth:1. Pair your computer with your unit as follows.1a. On your unit

Managing DataFTB-500 147Transferring Data via Bluetooth2. Tap Bluetooth.2a. From the list of Bluetooth devices, tap the item corresponding to the comp

Managing Data148 FTB-500Transferring Data via Bluetooth2d. On the computer, when the application prompts you, click the Bluetooth icon (located on the

Managing DataFTB-500 149Transferring Data via Bluetooth3d. Select the desired computer, and then tap Next.3e. Tap the Browse button to select the file

Managing Data150 FTB-500Connecting to a Wireless NetworkConnecting to a Wireless NetworkWith the optional Wi-Fi card (or a USB wireless adapter of you

Managing DataFTB-500 151Connecting to a Wireless Network4. Tap the item corresponding to the wireless network to which you want to connect.5. Tap Conn

Introducing the FTB-5008 FTB-500LED Indicators DescriptionLED Indicators Description The LED panel on the front of the unit provides you with the stat

Managing Data152 FTB-500Using the USB to RS-232 AdapterUsing the USB to RS-232 AdapterIf you want to transfer data between your unit and a device that

Managing DataFTB-500 153Using the USB to RS-232 AdapterTo use the USB/RS-232 adapter:1. Turn on both the unit and the serial device.2. Connect as show

Managing Data154 FTB-500Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter3. From your unit, retrieve the COM port of the adapter as follows:3a. From the main window, ta

Managing DataFTB-500 155Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter3d. Under Devices and Printers, tap Device Manager.3e. Expand the Ports (COM & LPT) list to

Managing Data156 FTB-500Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter4. From your unit, configure the communication parameters as follows:4a. From the main window,

Managing DataFTB-500 157Using the USB to RS-232 Adapter5. From the device, set the communications parameters.Note: The COM port number that you set on

Managing Data158 FTB-500Freeing Up Disk Space with the Disk Cleanup UtilityFreeing Up Disk Space with the Disk Cleanup UtilityIf you need to free up d

Managing DataFTB-500 159Freeing Up Disk Space with the Disk Cleanup Utility3. Tap Control Panel.4. Tap System and Security.

Managing Data160 FTB-500Freeing Up Disk Space with the Disk Cleanup Utility5. Tap Administrative Tools, and then tap Disk Cleanup.6. If you want to re

Managing DataFTB-500 161Freeing Up Disk Space with the Disk Cleanup Utility7. When the folders are displayed, select the check box corresponding to th

Introducing the FTB-500FTB-500 9LED Indicators Description(when unit is not connected to an external power source)Off The global level of the batterie

Managing Data162 FTB-500Connecting to a VPN from Your UnitConnecting to a VPN from Your UnitNote: Only administrator-level users can install software

Managing DataFTB-500 163Connecting to a VPN from Your UnitTo add a VPN connection:1. From the right side of the screen, swipe left to display the Char

Managing Data164 FTB-500Connecting to a VPN from Your Unit3. Tap Network.4. Tap Connections.5. Tap Add a VPN connection and follow the on-screen instr

Managing DataFTB-500 165Connecting to a VPN from Your UnitTo install a VPN client on your unit:1. If the date on your unit does not correspond to the

Managing Data166 FTB-500Connecting to a VPN from Your Unit3. Tap Network and Internet.4. Under Network and Sharing Center, tap Connect to a network.

Managing DataFTB-500 167Connecting to a VPN from Your Unit5. Under Connections, select the desired VPN connection.6. Follow the on-screen instructions

Managing Data168 FTB-500Using Your Unit as an FTP ServerUsing Your Unit as an FTP ServerIf you want your unit to act as an FTP server, you can use the

Managing DataFTB-500 169Using Your Unit as an FTP Server4. Tap Administrative Tools.5. Select Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager.You are now

FTB-500 1719 Accessing Your Unit RemotelyYou can access your unit remotely from a computer using either the Remote Desktop Connection or TightVNC Clie

Introducing the FTB-50010 FTB-500LED Indicators DescriptionGreen Result status from application currently displayed.Pass (result does not exceed the d

Accessing Your Unit Remotely172 FTB-500Working with Remote DesktopWorking with Remote DesktopBy default, the remote access to your unit with Remote De

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 173Working with Remote DesktopTo allow the remote access to your unit with Remote Desktop:1. From the main window,

Accessing Your Unit Remotely174 FTB-500Working with Remote DesktopTo access your unit remotely with Remote Desktop:1. Connect both the computer and yo

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 175Working with Remote Desktop6. In the Connecting to Remote Desktop window, in the Computer list, type the IP add

Accessing Your Unit Remotely176 FTB-500Working with Remote DesktopAllowing Users with Limited Accounts to Use Remote DesktopBy default, only the accou

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 177Working with Remote Desktop3. Under Remote Desktop, select Allow remote connections to this computer.4. Tap Sel

Accessing Your Unit Remotely178 FTB-500Working with Remote Desktop6. From the Select Users dialog box, tap Advanced.7. Tap Find Now to let the system

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 179Working with Remote Desktop9. From the list of users, select the user that you have just added, and then tap OK

Accessing Your Unit Remotely180 FTB-500Working with Remote DesktopPreventing Users from Connecting with Remote DesktopYou can also configure the unit

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 181Working with Remote Desktop3. Under Remote Desktop, select Don’t allow remote connections to this computer.4. T

Introducing the FTB-500FTB-500 11Function Buttons DescriptionFunction Buttons DescriptionThe FTB-500 is equipped with function buttons that give you a

Accessing Your Unit Remotely182 FTB-500Working With TightVNCWorking With TightVNCThe control of your unit with TightVNC requires the TightVNC Server (

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 183Working With TightVNCTo configure the TightVNC Server:1. From the notification area, tap the TightVNC icon.2. S

Accessing Your Unit Remotely184 FTB-500Working With TightVNC5. If you prefer a connection secured with a password, proceed as follows:5a. Depending on

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 185Working With TightVNCInstalling the TightVNC Viewer on a Client ComputerIf the TightVNC Viewer is not already i

Accessing Your Unit Remotely186 FTB-500Working With TightVNCConnecting to Your Unit with TightVNCOnce the TightVNC Viewer is installed on your compute

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 187Working With TightVNC7. Write down the IP address, and then close the window.Note: It may take a few seconds be

Accessing Your Unit Remotely188 FTB-500Adding Exceptions to the FirewallAdding Exceptions to the FirewallNote: Only administrator-level users can add

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 189Adding Exceptions to the Firewall4. Under Windows Firewall, tap Allow an app through Windows Firewall.5. Tap th

Accessing Your Unit Remotely190 FTB-500Adding Exceptions to the Firewall6. Tap the Allow another app button.7. Select the desired application from the

Accessing Your Unit RemotelyFTB-500 191Adding Exceptions to the Firewall8. Ensure that the Private and Public settings of the added application suit y

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Introducing the FTB-50012 FTB-500Power SourcesPower SourcesYour unit operates with the following power sources: Indoor use only: AC adapter/charger (

FTB-500 19310 Preparing for AutomationYour unit was designed to meet the requirements of automation and to facilitate its integration with your test e

Preparing for Automation194 FTB-500The choice of a technology depends on your particular needs.Note: When the unit is remotely controlled, its front-p

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 195Linking Units with the Ethernet PortFor more information on programming aspects, see the section on using your prod

Preparing for Automation196 FTB-500Linking Units with the Serial PortLinking Units with the Serial PortYour unit is equipped with a serial (RS-232) po

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 197Getting Optimum Performance from Your UnitGetting Optimum Performance from Your UnitSeveral factors influence the d

Preparing for Automation198 FTB-500Getting Optimum Performance from Your Unit Output format (RS-232, ActiveX and TCP/IP): Your unit provides the foll

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 199Changing Communication SettingsChanging Communication SettingsCommunication settings cannot be modified without tur

Preparing for Automation200 FTB-500Changing Communication Settings3. Under Platform Startup, determine whether your module applications will be starte

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 201Changing Communication Settings5. According to the communication type you have selected, customize the correspondin

Introducing the FTB-500FTB-500 13Automatic Fan Speed ManagementAutomatic Fan Speed ManagementThe FTB-500 will determine the most appropriate fan speed

Preparing for Automation202 FTB-500Changing Communication SettingsTo revert to default general settings:1. Tap the Restore Default Settings button.2.

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 203Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitConfiguring DCOM Access to Your UnitDCOM technology allows to control devices a

Preparing for Automation204 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitSetting the General Security ParametersNote: To modify the security parameters,

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 205Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit7. In the My Computer Properties dialog box, tap the COM Security tab.8. Under

Preparing for Automation206 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit9. In the Access Permission dialog box, ensure that the Distributed COM Users g

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 207Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit12. Under Launch and Activation Permissions, tap Edit Limits.

Preparing for Automation208 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit13. In the Access Permission dialog box, ensure that the Distributed COM Users

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 209Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitTo add a user explicitly:1. In the My Computer Properties dialog box, tap the C

Preparing for Automation210 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit4. In the Select Users or Groups dialog box, under Enter the object names to se

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 211Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit6. Confirm the newly added user has remote access permission as follows:6a. In

Introducing the FTB-50014 FTB-500ConventionsConventionsBefore using the product described in this guide, you should understand the following conventio

Preparing for Automation212 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit9. In the Launch and Activation Permission dialog box, tap Add.10. In the Selec

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 213Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit12. Confirm the newly added user has Remote Launch and Remote Activation permis

Preparing for Automation214 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitCustomizing the Specific Security ParametersOnce you have defined the general s

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 215Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit4. In the Authentication Level list, select Default.

Preparing for Automation216 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit5. In the EXFO KernosHost Properties dialog box, tap the Security tab.6. Under

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 217Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit7. In the Launch and Activation Permission dialog box, tap Add.8. In the Select

Preparing for Automation218 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit10. In the Launch and Activation Permission dialog box, select a user. 11. To a

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 219Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit14. In the EXFO KernosHost Properties dialog box, tap the Security tab.15. Unde

Preparing for Automation220 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit17. In the Select Users or Groups dialog box, under Enter the object names to s

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 221Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit20. To allow this user to access the unit remotely, select Allow for both permi

FTB-500 152 Safety InformationWARNINGDo not install or terminate fibers while a light source is active. Never look directly into a live fiber and ensu

Preparing for Automation222 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitEnabling DCOM on Client ComputerNote: To run DCOMCNFG.EXE, you need Administrat

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 223Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit4. Right-click My Computer, and then select Properties.5. In the My Computer Pr

Preparing for Automation224 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit10. Tap the COM Security tab and, under Access Permissions, tap Edit Limits.11.

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 225Configuring DCOM Access to Your UnitDisabling DCOM Access to Your UnitNote: To change the DCOM access to your unit,

Preparing for Automation226 FTB-500Configuring DCOM Access to Your Unit7. In the EXFO KernosHost Properties dialog box, tap the Security tab.8. Under

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 227Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated ApplicationPreparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated ApplicationS

Preparing for Automation228 FTB-500Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated ApplicationTo activate or deactivate remote control:1. From the main

Preparing for AutomationFTB-500 229Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated Application4. Set the parameters: Select Remote Control to let anoth

Preparing for Automation230 FTB-500Preparing to Control Modules with a Dedicated ApplicationTo shut down the remotely-controlled module: Tap Shut Down

FTB-500 23111 Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentEXFO supplies commands that follow the guidelines determined by the SCPI consortium a

Safety Information16 FTB-500Other Safety Symbols on Your UnitOther Safety Symbols on Your UnitOne or more of the following symbols may also appear on

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment232 FTB-500Standard Status Data StructureStandard Status Data StructureEach device that is physical

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 233Standard Status Data StructureThe following table presents a summary of the possible ope

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment234 FTB-500Standard Status Data StructureThe following table presents a summary of the possible ope

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 235Standard Status Data Structure

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment236 FTB-500SCPI Command StructureSCPI Command StructureThe information presented in this section pr

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 237SCPI Command StructureThe following table shows elements that are commonly used in the c

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment238 FTB-500SCPI Command Structure<mnemonic> Element used in the construction of certain data

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 239Consulting Data TypesThere are also several conventions regarding command syntax: Spell

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment240 FTB-500Writing Remote Control CodeWriting Remote Control CodeYour unit offers many commands per

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 241Writing Remote Control CodeWhen you write code, you must follow these rules on message r

Safety InformationFTB-500 17Laser Safety InformationLaser Safety InformationUnits with Built-In VFLYour instrument is a Class 3R laser product in comp

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment242 FTB-500Error Message FormatError Message FormatSystem and device-specific errors are managed by

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 243Working with EXFO COM ObjectsWorking with EXFO COM ObjectsThe ToolBox CD offers you a de

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment244 FTB-500Working with EXFO LabVIEW DriversWorking with EXFO LabVIEW DriversEXFO provides you with

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 245Working with EXFO LabVIEW DriversThe following table presents the possible settings for

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment246 FTB-500Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsUsing the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsOn

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 247Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsOn the Front Panel, you can set communication

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment248 FTB-500Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsThe following figure illustrates the State Ma

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 249Using the EXFO Getting Started ApplicationsThe detail of this sub VI gives precious info

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment250 FTB-500Using the EXFO Getting Started Applications6. When you are finished, select Close to end

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 251Building and Using Custom VIsBuilding and Using Custom VIsEXFO LabVIEW drivers have been

Safety Information18 FTB-500Electrical Safety InformationElectrical Safety InformationThe four-slot model uses an external AC/DC adapter connected to

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment252 FTB-500Building and Using Custom VIsWhen you click an icon in the EXFO palette, the correspondi

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 253Building and Using Custom VIsNote: The procedure provided hereafter is for guidance only

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment254 FTB-500Building and Using Custom VIs2c. From the Instrument I/O palette, select Instrument Driv

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 255Building and Using Custom VIs4. From the EXFO IQS Base palette, select EXIQSBASE_OpenCom

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment256 FTB-500Building and Using Custom VIs8. Set the required parameters and connect the instrument C

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 257Building and Using Custom VIs10. When you are finished, add EXIQSBASE_CloseComm.vi to yo

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment258 FTB-500Monitoring Remote CommandsMonitoring Remote CommandsToolBox allows you to monitor remote

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 259Monitoring Remote Commands3. Do one of the following: If monitoring using ActiveX or RS

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment260 FTB-500Monitoring Remote Commands If monitoring using TCP/IP, which provides sending SCPI comm

Using FTB Products in an Automated Test EnvironmentFTB-500 261Monitoring Remote CommandsWith the History parameter, you determine how many commands yo

Safety InformationFTB-500 19Electrical Safety InformationThe color coding used in the electric cable depends on the cable. New plugs should meet the l

FTB-500 26312 MaintenanceTo help ensure long, trouble-free operation: Always inspect fiber-optic connectors before using them and clean them if neces

Maintenance264 FTB-500Cleaning Detector PortsCleaning Detector PortsRegular cleaning of detectors will help maintain measurement accuracy.To clean det

MaintenanceFTB-500 265Cleaning VFL-Type ConnectorsCleaning VFL-Type ConnectorsVFL-type connectors are fixed on your unit and can be cleaned using a me

Maintenance266 FTB-500Cleaning the TouchscreenCleaning the TouchscreenClean the touchscreen with a soft, non-abrasive cloth, such as one used for clea

MaintenanceFTB-500 267Recharging the BatteriesRecharging the BatteriesYour unit uses smart lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries. The number of batteries tha

Maintenance268 FTB-500Recharging the BatteriesIMPORTANT Batteries are not charged at the factory. You must fully charge them before using the unit fo

MaintenanceFTB-500 269Recharging the BatteriesTo recharge the batteries:Connect the unit to a power outlet using the AC adapter/charger (four-slot uni

Maintenance270 FTB-500Replacing BatteriesReplacing BatteriesYour unit can be powered either by batteries or from an appropriate power outlet when used

MaintenanceFTB-500 271Replacing BatteriesBefore you go out in the field, make sure you install batteries in the unit unless you have an adequate and r

Safety Information20 FTB-500Electrical Safety InformationWARNING Use only the listed and certified AC adapter/charger provided by EXFO with your unit

Maintenance272 FTB-500Replacing BatteriesTo replace the batteries in the unit:1. Open the battery compartment as follows:1a. Position the unit so that

MaintenanceFTB-500 273Replacing Batteries1c. Remove the battery compartment door.2. Pull out one of the batteries using the tab.Eight-slot modelBatter

Maintenance274 FTB-500Replacing Batteries3. Slide the new battery in, using the images below as a guide. The battery will not go in completely if it i

MaintenanceFTB-500 275Replacing Batteries4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with the other battery (two remaining batteries for the eight-slot model).5. Close th

Maintenance276 FTB-500Viewing Battery StatusViewing Battery StatusThe battery icon displayed in the taskbar gives you an overview of the power source

MaintenanceFTB-500 277Viewing Battery StatusTo view the battery status:1. If necessary, from the front panel of the unit, press the button to show t

Maintenance278 FTB-500Recalibrating the BatteriesRecalibrating the BatteriesDepending on the way the unit is used, after a while, the charge status ic

MaintenanceFTB-500 279Recalibrating the Batteries3. Connect your unit to a power outlet using the provided AC adapter/charger or power supply.4. Tap t

Maintenance280 FTB-500Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFLInstalling or Removing the Power Meter and VFLIf your unit was not equipped with a

MaintenanceFTB-500 281Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFLCAUTIONElectrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can cause complete or intermittent equ

Safety InformationFTB-500 21Electrical Safety InformationMaximum operation altitude  2000 m (6562 ft) (unit connected to external power supply)  500

Maintenance282 FTB-500Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFLTo install a power meter:1. Turn off your unit.2. Disconnect the unit from its ext

MaintenanceFTB-500 283Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFL6. Remove the protective cover.7. By holding the power meter by its faceplate, pos

Maintenance284 FTB-500Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFL10. Using a screwdriver, secure the power meter in place with the screws that you

MaintenanceFTB-500 285Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFLTo remove the power meter for recalibration:1. Turn off your unit.2. Disconnect th

Maintenance286 FTB-500Installing or Removing the Power Meter and VFL6. By holding the power meter by its faceplate, gently pull it out of the bay comp

MaintenanceFTB-500 287Managing Windows UpdatesManaging Windows UpdatesBy default, your unit is configured to check for updates, but to let you choose

Maintenance288 FTB-500Managing Windows Updates4. Under Windows Update, tap Turn automatic updating on or off.5. Select the update options that best su

MaintenanceFTB-500 289Replacing Fuses (Eight-Slot Model Only)Replacing Fuses (Eight-Slot Model Only)The unit contains two F6.3A L type fuses (5 mm x 2

Maintenance290 FTB-500Recalibrating the Unit5. Make sure the fuses are placed firmly in the holder prior to reinsertion.6. Firmly push the fuse holder

MaintenanceFTB-500 291Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only)To help you with calibration follow-up, EXFO provides a special calibrati

FTB-500 iiiContentsCertification Information ... vi

FTB-500 29313 TroubleshootingSolving Common ProblemsBefore calling EXFO’s technical support, you may want to consider the following solutions to probl

Troubleshooting294 FTB-500Solving Common ProblemsWhen I try to activate Windows on my unit for the first time, a message is displayed, indicating that

TroubleshootingFTB-500 295Solving Common ProblemsThe screen does not keep its calibration.ORThe screen is hard to calibrate properly.The screen was ca

Troubleshooting296 FTB-500Solving Common ProblemsThe 3G USB modem key is connected, but I am not able to access the Internet.There is no SIM card in t

TroubleshootingFTB-500 297Solving Common Problems...continued) The 3G USB modem key is connected, but you are not able to access the Internet.A proble

Troubleshooting298 FTB-500Solving Common ProblemsEven though my 3G USB modem key is connected and working properly, I cannot send SMS (text messages)

TroubleshootingFTB-500 299Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationRestoring Your Unit to Normal OperationIf you ever encounter major problems with your

Troubleshooting300 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationWhen you want to restore your unit, there are several options. The table below gives

TroubleshootingFTB-500 301Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationTo revert your unit to a previous state:1. Ensure that your unit will remain powered

FTB-500 233 Getting Started with Your UnitGrounding Your UnitWhen you perform outside plant tests with certain modules, you may want to ground your un

Troubleshooting302 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation4. Tap Settings > Change PC settings.5. Scroll down the list, and then tap Update

TroubleshootingFTB-500 303Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation6. Tap Recovery.7. If you want to refresh or reset your unit, proceed as follows:7a.

Troubleshooting304 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation8. If you want to restore your unit (with a WIM file), proceed as follows:8a. Under A

TroubleshootingFTB-500 305Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation9. Tap Platform Imaging Utility to display the corresponding application.9a. Connect

Troubleshooting306 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation9c. Tap Browse.9d. Locate the USB key, and then double-tap its identifier to access t

TroubleshootingFTB-500 307Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation9f. Tap Next.9g. Read the warning, and then tap Start to restore the unit with the se

Troubleshooting308 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal OperationTo create a WIM file for your unit:1. On your unit, from the right side of the screen

TroubleshootingFTB-500 309Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation4. Tap Recovery.5. Under Advanced Startup, tap Restart now.

Troubleshooting310 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation6. Under Choose an option, tap Troubleshoot.7. Tap Platform Imaging Utility to displa

TroubleshootingFTB-500 311Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation9. From the Platform Servicing and Imaging Utility wizard, select Create a WIM file,

Getting Started with Your Unit24 FTB-500Grounding Your UnitTo ground your unit:1. Position the unit so that you can see its left panel.2. Place the U-

Troubleshooting312 FTB-500Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation11. Locate the USB key, and then double-tap its identifier to access the contents.12.

TroubleshootingFTB-500 313Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation17. Tap Cancel to return to the Welcome window of the utility.18. Tap Restart.The WIM

Troubleshooting314 FTB-500Accessing the Online DocumentationAccessing the Online DocumentationYou can access the user documentation as well as the lic

TroubleshootingFTB-500 315Contacting the Technical Support GroupContacting the Technical Support GroupTo obtain after-sales service or technical suppo

Troubleshooting316 FTB-500Viewing System InformationViewing System InformationYou can easily access important information such as the serial number, v

TroubleshootingFTB-500 317Viewing System InformationRetrieving the Component VersionsYou can view the version of ToolBox as well as those of the syste

Troubleshooting318 FTB-500Viewing System InformationTo retrieve the version numbers of the system image and hardware components:1. In the lower right

TroubleshootingFTB-500 319Retrieving Network Interfaces InformationRetrieving Network Interfaces InformationYou can view the information related to th

Troubleshooting320 FTB-500Retrieving Network Interfaces InformationTo retrieve network interfaces information for Wi-Fi:1. From the main window, tap t

TroubleshootingFTB-500 321Retrieving Network Interfaces Information5. From the Wi-Fi Status window, tap Details.6. When your work is done, close the w

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 25Positioning Your UnitPositioning Your UnitYou can change the orientation of your unit with the bottom or back

Troubleshooting322 FTB-500TransportationRetrieving the Contact InformationAll the information necessary to contact EXFO is available from your unit.To

FTB-500 32314 WarrantyGeneral InformationEXFO Inc. (EXFO) warrants this equipment against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year

Warranty324 FTB-500LiabilityLiabilityEXFO shall not be liable for damages resulting from the use of the product, nor shall be responsible for any fail

WarrantyFTB-500 325Service and RepairsService and RepairsEXFO commits to providing product service and repair for five years following the date of pur

Warranty326 FTB-500EXFO Service Centers WorldwideEXFO Service Centers WorldwideIf your product requires servicing, contact your nearest authorized ser

FTB-500 327A Technical SpecificationsIMPORTANTThe following technical specifications can change without notice. The information presented in this sect

Technical Specifications328 FTB-500Notesa. All specifications valid at 23 °C (73 °F).b. Standard recharge time is 4 h. Recharge temperature: 0 °C t

FTB-500 329BData TypesThe following section provides an overview of the most common data types that may appear in EXFO’s documentation on commands and

Data Types330 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <PROGRAM MESSAGE TERMINATOR>In the di

Data TypesFTB-500 331Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <CHARACTER PROGRAM DATA>This data type will be used to send short mnemonics whe

Getting Started with Your Unit26 FTB-500Inserting and Removing Test ModulesInserting and Removing Test ModulesTo insert a module into the FTB-500:1. E

Data Types332 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <NON-DECIMAL NUMERIC PROGRAM DATA>This data type will be used for integer repre

Data TypesFTB-500 333Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2Examples: #Q1234567, #q1275, #q07Examples: #B10010111, #b10110, #b1100# Q/q21034567# B/

Data Types334 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <STRING PROGRAM DATA>This data type will be used for strings containing 7-bit A

Data TypesFTB-500 335Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <ARBITRARY BLOCK PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used to send blocks of arbitrar

Data Types336 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2 <SUFFIX PROGRAM DATA>This data type is used when units and multipliers have to

Data TypesFTB-500 337Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2The following table illustrates the possible forms for <suffix mult.>:Name Value

Data Types338 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Input—IEEE 488.2The table below gives the possible forms for <suffix unit>: Reference Unit Suffix

Data TypesFTB-500 339Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <RESPONSE MESSAGE TERMINATOR>In t

Data Types340 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <NR1 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> (or <NR1>)This data type will be used by a

Data TypesFTB-500 341Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <NR3 NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA> (or <NR3>)This data type will be used by a

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 27Inserting and Removing Test Modules (4-slot model) identification sticker must be on left side and retaining

Data Types342 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 Special Numeric Values Received on OutputIn some cases, an instrument may send valu

Data TypesFTB-500 343Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <HEXADECIMAL NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>This data type will be used by a device to

Data Types344 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <OCTAL NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>This data type will be used by a device to retur

Data TypesFTB-500 345Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <BINARY NUMERIC RESPONSE DATA>This data type will be used by a device to retu

Data Types346 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <DEFINITE LENGTH ARBITRARY BLOCK RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used by a de

Data TypesFTB-500 347Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <INDEFINITE LENGTH ARBITRARY BLOCK RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used by a

Data Types348 FTB-500Applicable Data Types for Output —IEEE 488.2 <SUFFIX RESPONSE DATA>This data type is used by a device to return units and

Data TypesFTB-500 349Applicable Data Types for Input—SCPIApplicable Data Types for Input—SCPISCPI data types include the IEEE 488.2 data types (see Ap

Data Types350 FTB-500Special Numeric Values Received on OutputSpecial Numeric Values Received on OutputIt is possible that an instrument returns unusu

FTB-500 351C IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceThis chapter presents detailed information about the commands and queries supplied with your FTB

Getting Started with Your Unit28 FTB-500Inserting and Removing Test ModulesNote: If you are using larger or heavier modules, place them near the botto

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference352 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsIEEE 488.2 Required Commands*CLSDescription The *CLS command clears th

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 353IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*ESEDescription The *ESE command sets the Standard Event Status Enable

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference354 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required Commands The table below shows the contents of this register.A value of 1 in t

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 355IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*ESE?Description With the *ESE? query you can determine the current co

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference356 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for <RegisterVa

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 357IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*ESR?Description With the *ESR? query you can determine the current co

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference358 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for <RegisterVa

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 359IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*IDN?Description The intent of the *IDN? query is for the unique ident

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference360 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsField 3 (Serial number): ASCII character (0 if not available)Field 4

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 361IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*OPCDescription The *OPC command makes synchronization between the ins

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 29Inserting and Removing Test Modules8. If you are using a larger or heavier module, use a front module lock to

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference362 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*OPC?Description The *OPC? query makes possible the synchronization be

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 363IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*RSTDescription The *RST command performs a device reset. This command

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference364 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*SREDescription The *SRE command sets the Service Request Enable Regis

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 365IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsSee the contents of this register below.A bit value of zero shall indi

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference366 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*SRE?Description With the *SRE? query you can determine the current co

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 367IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for <RegisterVa

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference368 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*STB?Description With the *STB? query you can read the status byte and

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 369IEEE 488.2 Required CommandsResponse(s) RegisterValue: The response data syntax for <RegisterVa

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference370 FTB-500IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*TST?Description The *TST? query causes an internal self-test and plac

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 371IEEE 488.2 Required Commands*WAIDescription The *WAI command shall prevent the device from executi

Getting Started with Your Unit30 FTB-500Inserting and Removing Test ModulesTo remove a module from the FTB-500:1. Exit ToolBox and turn off your unit

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference372 FTB-500Specific Commands—Quick ReferenceSpecific Commands—Quick ReferenceThe table below contains a summa

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 373Specific CommandsSpecific Commands:FORMat[:DATA]Description The FORMat[:DATA] command selects the

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference374 FTB-500Specific CommandsIn ASCii format, the numeric data is transferred to ASCii bytes in <NR1 NUMERI

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 375Specific Commands:FORMat[:DATA]?Description The FORMat[:DATA]? query returns the data format and t

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference376 FTB-500Specific CommandsWhen the data is returned in ASCII, the <Length> is the number of significa

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 377Specific Commands:INSTrument:CATalog?Description The INSTrument:CATalog? query returns a comma-sep

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference378 FTB-500Specific Commands:INSTrument:CATalog:FULL?Description The INSTrument:CATalog:FULL? returns a list

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 379Specific Commands:SYSTem:DATEDescription The SYSTem:DATE command is used to set the device's

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference380 FTB-500Specific Commands Day: The program data syntax for <Day> is defined as a <DECIMAL NUMERI

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 381Specific Commands:SYSTem:DATE?Description The SYSTem:DATE query returns the instrument's inte

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 31Inserting and Removing Test Modules5. Hold the module by its sides or by the handle (NOT by the connector) and

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference382 FTB-500Specific CommandsResponse(s)  Yea r: The response data syntax for <Year> is defined as a &l

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 383Specific Commands:SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]?Description The SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]? queries the error/event

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference384 FTB-500Specific CommandsThe <Description[,Info]> parameter of the full response is a quoted string

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 385Specific Commands:SYSTem:TIMEDescription This device has an internal clock and implements the SYST

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference386 FTB-500Specific Commands Seconds: The program data syntax for <Seconds> is defined as a <DECIMA

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 387Specific Commands:SYSTem:TIME?Description This device has an internal clock and implements the SYS

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command Reference388 FTB-500Specific CommandsResponse(s)  Hour: The response data syntax for <Hour> is defined as a <

IEEE 488.2 and Specific Command ReferenceFTB-500 389Specific Commands:SYSTem:VERSion?Description The SYSTem:VERSion? query returns a value correspondi

FTB-500 391D SCPI-Based ErrorsError NumberDescription Probable Cause–100 “Command error” This is the generic syntax error for devices that cannot dete

iv FTB-5004 Setting Up Your FTB-500 ...63Adjusting Brightness ...

Getting Started with Your Unit32 FTB-500Turning On Your UnitTurning On Your UnitWhen you turn on the unit for the very first time, a wizard for licens

SCPI-Based Errors392 FTB-500–110 “Command header error”An error was detected in the header. This error message should be used when the device cannot d

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 393–123 “Exponent too large” The magnitude of the exponent was larger than 32000 (see IEEE 488.2, 7.7.2.4.1).–124 “Too many d

SCPI-Based Errors394 FTB-500–150 “String data error” This error, as well as errors –151 through –159, are generated when parsing a string data element

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 395–180 “Macro error” This error, as well as errors –181 through –189, are generated when defining a macro or executing a mac

SCPI-Based Errors396 FTB-500–210 “Trigger error” -----–211 “Trigger ignored” Indicates that a GET, *TRG, or triggering signal was received and recogni

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 397–222 “Data out of range” Indicates that a legal program data element was parsed but could not be executed because the inte

SCPI-Based Errors398 FTB-500–233 “Invalid version” Indicates that a legal program data element was parsed but could not be executed because the versio

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 399–253 “Corrupt media” Indicates that a legal program command or query could not be executed because of corrupt media; for e

SCPI-Based Errors400 FTB-500–260 “Expression error” [Indicates that a expression program data element related error occurred. This error message shoul

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 401–275 “Macro definition too long”[Indicates that a syntactically legal macro program data sequence could not be executed be

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 33Turning Off Your UnitBy default, your unit will shut down when you press the power button. However, you can co

SCPI-Based Errors402 FTB-500–284 “Program currently running”[Certain operations dealing with programs may be illegal while the program is running; for

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 403–312 “PUD memory lost” [Indicates that the protected user data saved by the *PUD command has been lost.]–313 “Calibration

SCPI-Based Errors404 FTB-500–363 “Input buffer overrun” [Software or hardware input buffer on serial port overflows with data caused by improper or no

SCPI-Based ErrorsFTB-500 405–700 “Request control” [The instrument requested to become the active IEEE 488.1 controller-in-charge.]–800 “Operation com

FTB-500 407E COM Properties and EventsThe FTB-500 also provides objects based on Microsoft Component Object Model (COM). COM defines a common way to a

COM Properties and Events408 FTB-500ActiveX (COM/DCOM)—Quick ReferenceActiveX (COM/DCOM)—Quick ReferenceThe following diagram illustrates the differen

COM Properties and EventsFTB-500 409PropertiesPropertiesWriteDescription With this method you can send a program message (single command or compound o

COM Properties and Events410 FTB-500PropertiesWriteBinaryDescription With this method you can send a program message (single command or compound of co

COM Properties and EventsFTB-500 411PropertiesReadDescription With this method you can retrieve all the data from the device output queue in a UNICODE

Getting Started with Your Unit34 FTB-500Turning Off Your UnitTo define the behavior of the power button:1. From the main window, tap the System Settin

COM Properties and Events412 FTB-500PropertiesReadBinaryDescription With this method you can retrieve data from the device output queue in a binary fo

COM Properties and EventsFTB-500 413PropertiesFor example, if you receive this response (here, values are expressed in decimal instead of binary for e

COM Properties and Events414 FTB-500PropertiesDeviceClearDescription This method performs a Device Clear operation as specified in the IEEE 488.1 stan

COM Properties and EventsFTB-500 415PropertiesLockoutStateDescription This property returns or sets the device’s lockout state.Syntax object.LockoutSt

COM Properties and Events416 FTB-500EventsEventsRequestServiceDescription This event is triggered whenever the device causes a Service Request (SRQ).P

FTB-500 417F Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetIntroducing TCP/IP over TelnetThe EXFO Instrument Control provides SCPI automation or remote cont

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet418 FTB-500FeaturesFeatures A client from any operating system (Windows, Linux, or Unix) can use the freely a

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 419Activating TCP/IP over TelnetActivating TCP/IP over TelnetThe TCP/IP over Telnet Service, which is

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet420 FTB-500Executing SCPI Commands Over Telnet4. Under Communication Type, select TCP/IP.5. Click or tap Apply

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 421Executing SCPI Commands Over TelnetTo connect through TCP/IP over Telnet from a remote Windows clie

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 35Turning Off Your Unit4. Under Power Options, tap Change what the power buttons do.5. Tap Changes settings that

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet422 FTB-500Executing SCPI Commands Over Telnet4. In the displayed Telnet editor window, type the OPEN <IP_A

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 423Executing SCPI Commands Over Telnet6. Enter the desired SCPI commands as follows: For a single SCP

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet424 FTB-500Executing SCPI Commands Over Telnet7. Click to close the session.To connect through TCP/IP over Te

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 425Executing SCPI Commands Over Telnet3. Enter the desired SCPI commands as follows: For a single SCP

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet426 FTB-500Releasing ModulesReleasing ModulesA module is blocked as soon as a connection is established from a

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 427Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolInternal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet Pro

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet428 FTB-500Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolBEGIN and ENDTo execute multiple SCPI commands,

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 429Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolCLEAR LOGSSyntax: CLEAR LOGSThis command clears

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet430 FTB-500Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolCLOSE LINSSyntax: CLOSE LINS<Unit_Number>

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 431Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolCONNECT LINSSyntax: CONNECT LINS<Unit_Number

Getting Started with Your Unit36 FTB-500Turning Off Your Unit6. From the When I press the power button lists, select the desired behavior when the uni

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet432 FTB-500Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolKILL LINSSyntax: KILL LINS<Unit_Number>&l

Communicating Through TCP/IP over TelnetFTB-500 433Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolEnter again the STATUS CLIENT command to confir

Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet434 FTB-500Internal Commands of the TCP/IP over Telnet ProtocolSTATUS MODULESyntax: STATUS MODULEThis command

IndexFTB-500 435Index3G USB modem, using ... 118AAC adapter ... 12AC require

Index436 FTB-500cautionof personal hazard... 14of product hazard... 14certification infor

IndexFTB-500 437DC connector ... 5DCOMconfiguring computers ... 203demo application.

Index438 FTB-500installingmonitor ... 60software ... 45thir

IndexFTB-500 439Nnavigating the Internet ... 117network, LAN/WAN ... 194Oonline help ...

Index440 FTB-500removingbatteries ... 271module ... 26repair

IndexFTB-500 441symbols, safety... 14syntaxrules... 236, 239SCPI ..

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 37Turning Off Your UnitTo configure your unit to automatically restart after AC power comes back:1. From the mai

Index442 FTB-500Windows Mobility Center... 111Windows.old folder... 158wireless connection...

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Getting Started with Your Unit38 FTB-500Configuring Your Unit At First StartupConfiguring Your Unit At First StartupThe first time you turn on the uni

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 39Configuring Your Unit At First Startup4. When the EXFO wizard is displayed, follow the on-screen instructions.

Getting Started with Your Unit40 FTB-500Accessing and Exiting ToolBoxAccessing and Exiting ToolBoxBy default, ToolBox is displayed automatically when

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 41Starting Module ApplicationsStarting Module ApplicationsYour modules can be configured and controlled from the

FTB-500 v9 Accessing Your Unit Remotely ... 171Working with Remote Desktop ...

Getting Started with Your Unit42 FTB-500Using the On-Screen (Virtual) KeyboardUsing the On-Screen (Virtual) KeyboardWhenever you need to enter alphanu

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 43Working with Windows 8.1 ProHere is an overview of the gestures that you may use the most with your unit. Tap

Getting Started with Your Unit44 FTB-500Right-Clicking with the TouchscreenRight-Clicking with the TouchscreenIf you are used to work with a mouse, yo

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 45Installing or Upgrading the ApplicationsInstalling or Upgrading the ApplicationsAll the necessary applications

Getting Started with Your Unit46 FTB-500Installing or Upgrading the ApplicationsTo update or reinstall Update Manager:1. If necessary, retrieve the de

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 47Installing or Upgrading the ApplicationsTo install or upgrade the applications:1. If necessary, retrieve the d

Getting Started with Your Unit48 FTB-500Installing EXFO LabVIEW DriversInstalling EXFO LabVIEW DriversBefore being able to work with EXFO LabVIEW driv

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 49Installing EXFO LabVIEW Drivers3. If necessary, start the installation process manually as follows:3a. Open th

Getting Started with Your Unit50 FTB-500Installing EXFO LabVIEW DriversTo install the EXFO LabVIEW drivers:1. If you intend to install the LabVIEW dri

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 51Activating Software OptionsActivating Software OptionsThe software options purchased at the same time as your

vi FTB-50013 Troubleshooting ...293Solving Common Problems ...

Getting Started with Your Unit52 FTB-500Activating Software OptionsTo activate the options for your unit:1. Connect a USB memory key to one of the USB

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 53Activating Software Options6. In the Platform Options tab, use the Browse button to locate the key file that y

Getting Started with Your Unit54 FTB-500Activating Software OptionsTo activate software options for your module:1. Connect a USB memory key to one of

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 55Activating Software Options6. In the Module Options tab, use the Browse button to locate the key file that you

Getting Started with Your Unit56 FTB-500Installing Third-Party Software on Your UnitInstalling Third-Party Software on Your UnitSince your unit is equ

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 57Securing your Unit Using the Kensington LockSecuring your Unit Using the Kensington LockYour unit is equipped

Getting Started with Your Unit58 FTB-500Using a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB DevicesUsing a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB DevicesYour unit supports man

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 59Using a Keyboard, Mouse or Other USB DevicesYou can connect several devices at the same time. To use a USB dev

Getting Started with Your Unit60 FTB-500Configuring an External MonitorConfiguring an External MonitorAlthough your unit is equipped with a touchscree

Getting Started with Your UnitFTB-500 61Configuring an External Monitor3. Tap Control Panel.4. Tap Hardware and Sound.

FTB-500 viiF Communicating Through TCP/IP over Telnet ... 417Introducing TCP/IP over Telnet ...

Getting Started with Your Unit62 FTB-500Configuring an External Monitor5. Under Display, tap Adjust screen resolution.6. Set the parameters according

FTB-500 634 Setting Up Your FTB-500Adjusting BrightnessYou may want to adjust the screen brightness yourself to better fit your work environment or pr

Setting Up Your FTB-50064 FTB-500Adjusting Microphone and Speaker VolumeAdjusting Microphone and Speaker VolumeYour unit is equipped with a built-in s

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 65Adjusting Microphone and Speaker Volume3. Tap Control Panel.4. Tap Hardware and Sound.

Setting Up Your FTB-50066 FTB-500Adjusting Microphone and Speaker Volume5. Under Sound, tap Manage audio devices.6. Select the Recording tab.7. Ensure

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 67Adjusting Microphone and Speaker Volume8. If you are using a headset and want to hear your voice through the headphon

Setting Up Your FTB-50068 FTB-500Adjusting Microphone and Speaker VolumeTo adjust speaker (or headphones) volume:1. If necessary, ensure that the exte

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 69Recalibrating the TouchscreenRecalibrating the TouchscreenIf you notice the touchscreen does not behave in the way it

Setting Up Your FTB-50070 FTB-500Recalibrating the TouchscreenTo recalibrate the touchscreen:1. From the main window, tap the System Settings button.2

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 71Recalibrating the Touchscreen3. From the Device tab, select PenMount 6000 USB, and then tap Configure.4. For a 4-poin

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Setting Up Your FTB-50072 FTB-500Recalibrating the Touchscreen5. Using the stylus (or any blunt pointing device), simply press the center of the diffe

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 73Customizing the Right-Click FeatureCustomizing the Right-Click FeatureBy default, you can perform a “press and hold”

Setting Up Your FTB-50074 FTB-500Customizing the Right-Click Feature3. Tap Hardware and Sound.4. Tap Pen and Touch.

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 75Customizing the Right-Click Feature5. From the list, select Press and hold.6. Tap Settings.7. If you want to use the

Setting Up Your FTB-50076 FTB-500Customizing the Right-Click Feature8. If you want to modify the response time of the right-click, move the Speed or D

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 77Enabling or Disabling the Automatic LogonEnabling or Disabling the Automatic LogonNote: Only administrator-level user

Setting Up Your FTB-50078 FTB-500Enabling or Disabling the Automatic LogonTo enable the automatic logon:1. From the main window, tap the System Settin

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 79Enabling or Disabling the Automatic Logon5. Enter the desired user name (account) and the corresponding password.6. T

Setting Up Your FTB-50080 FTB-500Enabling or Disabling the Automatic Logon3. From the User Accounts window, select the Users must enter a user name an

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 81Selecting the Startup ApplicationsSelecting the Startup ApplicationsThe first time you start your unit, Toolbox is di

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Setting Up Your FTB-50082 FTB-500Selecting the Startup Applications3. Under Module Applications or Other Applications, select the applications you wan

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 83Configuring Network PrintersConfiguring Network PrintersYour unit supports both (local) USB and network printers (you

Setting Up Your FTB-50084 FTB-500Configuring Network Printers3. Under Hardware and Sound, tap View devices and printers.4. Tap Add a printer.5. Follow

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 85Selecting the Language of OperationSelecting the Language of OperationYou may display the user interface in one of th

Setting Up Your FTB-50086 FTB-500Selecting the Language of OperationTo select a new interface language:1. From the main window, tap the System Setting

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 87Selecting the Language of Operation4. Select the desired language from the list.5. Tap Options.

Setting Up Your FTB-50088 FTB-500Selecting the Language of Operation6. If you want to select another keyboard layout than the one that has been added

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 89Selecting the Language of Operation7. Under Windows display language, tap Make this the primary language.8. When the

Setting Up Your FTB-50090 FTB-500Selecting the Language of OperationTo switch from one of the available input languages to another:1. If necessary, fr

Setting Up Your FTB-500FTB-500 91Selecting the Language of Operation3. Tap Control Panel.4. Under Clock, Language, and Region, tap Add a language.