Yokogawa has released the AQ2200 multi-application test system, designed for measuring and evaluating a wide range of optical devices and optical transmitters.
The AQ2211 and AQ2212 frame controllers are central to the system and incorporate a variety of measurement functions and applications.
According to the company, remote monitoring and measurement is available via the included USB, Ethernet or GP-IB ports. A macro programming function allows users to build up auto-measurements systems, available for call up at any time.
Remote viewer software for controlling frames and modules is also included.
A variety of measurement modules are available, including: high-stability light sources, wideband tunable light sources, high-speed optical sensors with low PDL and high-resolution variable optical attenuators.
Measurement modules can be inserted or removed without turning off the power.
As technology become advance, test equipment also is getting advance. Some remote monitoring and measurement are now available via USB.