The Yokogawa / Ando AQ8203 Halfsize Mainframe is a compact, modular platform for building customized optical test systems. It accommodates up to three AQ8201 or AQ8202 series modules and serves as the foundation for research, development, and manufacturing optical measurements. When paired with an AQ8202 Expander Frame, the system scales to support up to 43 modules, enabling comprehensive optical component and system evaluation across diverse test configurations.
– Technical Specifications
Module Capacity & Display
• Houses up to 3 AQ8201/AQ8202 series modules; expands to 43 modules with AQ8202 Expander Frame
• STN color LCD or LCD 160 × 240 dots (RF-STN Black/White) display
• Simultaneous display for three slots
Interfaces
• GP-IB: IEEE-488.2 compatible for remote control and data transfer
• Serial: AQ8202 system connectivity
• VGA: D-sub 15-pin for external monitor output
• Key Input: Manual module operation
• Update: Flash ATA card support
Power
• AC 100–120 V (±10 %), 200–240 V (±10 %), 50/60 Hz
• Mainframe: 190 VA maximum
• With AQ8202 Expander Frame: up to 600 VA
Physical
• Dimensions: 212 mm (W) × 132.5 mm (H) × 400 mm (D)
• Mass: 5.4 kg
• 19-inch EIA rack integration via mounting kits
Environmental
• Operating: 5–40 °C
• Storage: 0–50 °C
• Humidity: ≤85 % RH (no condensation)
• Altitude: ≤2000 m
• Pollution Degree 2, Overvoltage Category II
– Key Features
• Scalable architecture supports system expansion from 3 to 43 modules
• Dual display option accommodates monochrome and color workflows
• IEEE-488.2 GP-IB for laboratory automation and control
• Compact footprint with rack-mountable configuration
• Flash ATA updates for field deployment
– Typical Applications
• Optical component characterization
• WDM system testing
• Fiber optic link validation
• Return loss and power measurements
• Optical switch and coupler evaluation
– Compatibility & Integration
The AQ8203 hosts AQ8201-xx and AQ8202-xx series modules including WDM DFB-LD, ASE, ECL light sources; optical power meters; attenuators; return loss measurement units; optical switches; and couplers. System expansion via AQ8202 Expander Frame, AQ8202-01 System Controller, or AQ8204 Frame Controller creates larger, integrated test platforms.
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