Getting Started – 12
Getting Started
The HA9 Series Extended Range Programmable Optical Attenuator consists of the attenuator
unit, an AC power cord, rack-mount kit, and HA9 LabVIEW software.
Before Initializing and Operating the Unit
Inspect the unit for any signs of damage.
Read the user’s manual thoroughly, and become familiar with all safety symbols and
instructions to ensure that the unit is operated and maintained safely.
Initial Inspection
Warning
To avoid electrical shock, do not initialize or operate the unit if it bears any sign
of damage to any portion of its exterior surface, such as the outer cover or
panels.
Check that the unit and contents are complete:
1. Wear an anti-static wrist strap, and work in an electrostatic discharge (ESD) controlled
area.
2. Inspect the shipping container for any indication of excessive shock to the contents, and
inspect the contents to ensure that the shipment is complete.
3. Inspect the unit for structural damage that can have occurred during shipping.
4. Connect the unit to a power source, using the AC power cord provided.
5. Set the power switch to I (on), and observe the power-up sequence.
The attenuator always powers on in ATT mode. All key lamps and status LEDs light. The
version number of the software is displayed briefly. The calibration wavelength in nm
(XXXX), and the attenuation (YY.YY dB) are displayed, for example, XXXX YY.YY dB.
The command set (YYY), the message terminating sequence <CR> <LF>, or <CR> or
<LF> (TR), and the GPIB address (AD; a number between 1 and 30) are also displayed.
An example is YYY (TR) AD. The status of the beam block (BLK) and the attenuation in
dB (XX.XX) are displayed, for example, BLK (XX.XX). If a malfunction is detected during
the power-up sequence, an error message is displayed.
If an offset setting was entered and used before the last power-down, the OFFS status
LED is lit, and the attenuation displayed is the offset value. If the offset value is 0, the
attenuation displayed is 0.00 dB.
6. Keep the packaging.
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