JGR SX1, User Manual

Page 1: ...SX1 Optical Switch User Manual ...

Page 2: ...ser Manual ii M SX1 001 01 All information contained herein is believed to be accurate and is subject to change without notice No responsibility is assumed for its use JGR Optics Inc 2020 All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...gs on the Unit 4 Classification 4 Important Safety Information 5 Laser Hazards 5 Electrical Hazards 5 GETTING STARTED 7 Initial Inspection 7 Operational Requirements 7 Product Overview 8 SX1 Front Panel 8 SX1 Rear Panel 8 OPERATION 10 Powering Up the Switch 10 Using with an RL1 10 Establishing Communication 10 USB 10 Ethernet 10 SX1 WEBPAGE 12 Dashboard 12 Settings 13 Network Settings 13 Upgrade 1...

Page 4: ...nual iv M SX1 001 01 Commands Lists 19 MAINTENANCE 21 Cleaning the Unit 21 Cleaning the Output Connectors 21 STORAGE AND SHIPPING 22 Returning Instruments to JGR Optics 22 Contact Information 22 SPECIFICATIONS 23 ...

Page 5: ... tab 12 Figure 6 SX1 webpage Network Settings tab 13 Figure 7 SX1 webpage Upgrade tab 14 Figure 8 SX1 webpage Help tab 15 Figure 9 SX1 webpage About tab 16 Table 1 Safety symbols 4 Table 2 Environmental requirements 8 Table 3 Detailed description of the SX1 rear panel components see Figure 3 9 Table 4 Standard SCPI required commands list 19 Table 5 SX1 commands list 20 Table 6 SX1 mechanical and e...

Page 6: ...ortable equipment etc with smaller transient overvoltages than Installation Category Overvoltage Category III The unit falls in the Pollution Degree 2 category under IEC 1010 1 and CAN CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 The IEC standard on Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use relates to insulation coordination The CSA standard is on Safety Requirements for Elect...

Page 7: ... Optical Switch Available in single mode or multimode the switch configurations range from 1x2 up to 1x360 Optional 2x1 or 4x1 built in switches can provide additional common inputs The switch may be controlled through remote interface USB or Ethernet Applications High volume production testing Multiple device testing Test automation Paired with the RL1 for multi fiber testing Key Features Low IL ...

Page 8: ...SX1 User Manual 3 M SX1 001 01 Up to 360 outputs Chassis modular Customizable Included Accessories Test report USB A to USB B cable 1 8m Ethernet cable 1 8m AC power cord 2m ...

Page 9: ...mbols Laser radiation may be present Refer to the user manual for instructions on handling and operating the unit safely Avoid looking into any ports near which this symbol appears Frame or chassis terminal for electrical grounding within the unit Protective conductor terminal for electrical grounding to the earth WARNING Procedure can result in serious injury or loss of life if not carried out in...

Page 10: ...nly the type of power cord supplied with the unit If you need to replace a lost or damaged cord make sure to replace with a power cord of the same type Connect the power cord only to a power outlet equipped with a protective earth contact Never connect to an extension cord or any receptacle that is not equipped with this feature If using a voltage reducing autotransformer to power the unit ensure ...

Page 11: ...icians authorized by JGR Optics Inc should carry out repairs In addition to voiding the warranty opening the unit even when unplugged can expose you to potential shock hazards Some of the unit s capacitors can be charged even when the unit is not connected to the power source Do not perform any operating or maintenance procedure that is not described in the user manual ...

Page 12: ... instrument Initial Inspection Warning To avoid electrical shock do not initialize or operate the unit if it bears any sign of damage Ensure that the unit and any devices or cords connected to it are properly grounded Inspect the package and contents for signs of damage Ensure all contents are included Read the user manual thoroughly and become familiar with all safety symbols and instructions to ...

Page 13: ...oltage Main supply voltage fluctuations must not exceed 10 of the nominal voltage Product Overview SX1 Front Panel A front view of the SX1 switch is shown in Figure 2 The standard front panel bulkhead types are FC SC or LC Figure 2 Front view of a 24 channel SX1 SX1 Rear Panel A rear view of the SX1 switch is shown in Figure 3 See Table 3 for a detailed description ...

Page 14: ... SX1 rear panel components see Figure 3 Item Description 1 LAN Reset Press once reset network settings 2 Ethernet port Connection to LAN 3 USB B port Connection to PC or RL1 4 USB A ports Connections to peripherals 5 IO switch On off toggle 6 Power input Contains user replaceable fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 15: ...nnect a USB cable from the SX1 USB B port to a PC or tablet VISA drivers are required Recommended Rohde and Schwarz o https www rohde schwarz com gr applications r s visa application note_56280 148812 html Alternatives National Instruments Keysight etc Ethernet Each SX1 is factory pre set to use DHCP To retrieve the IP address of the SX1 it must initially be connected to a PC or tablet via USB and...

Page 16: ...SX1 User Manual 11 M SX1 001 01 To retrieve the IP address send the following command o syst comm lan addr Figure 4 Retrieving the SX1 s IP address ...

Page 17: ...open a web browser recommended Google Chrome or Firefox and enter the SX1 s IP address in the URL bar For more information on retrieving the SX1 s IP address see page 10 Dashboard Access the Dashboard tab to view the manufactured date part and serial numbers Figure 5 You can also download a PDF of the switch test report Figure 5 SX1 webpage Dashboard tab ...

Page 18: ...etwork settings of the SX1 from the Settings Network Settings tab Figure 6 Figure 6 SX1 webpage Network Settings tab Upgrade Go to Settings Upgrade to view the version of upgrade or re install the firmware of the SX1 Figure 7 Please contact support jgroptics com before performing a firmware upgrade for additional instructions ...

Page 19: ...rade tab Help Click on the Help tab for the website technical support and sales contact forms as well as a link to the software downloads page Alternatively email support jgroptics com for technical support or info jgroptics com for sales and other inquiries ...

Page 20: ...anual 15 M SX1 001 01 Figure 8 SX1 webpage Help tab About The About tab displays the unit s firmware version model and serial number Advanced mode is reserved for JGR technicians and JGR approved service centers ...

Page 21: ...SX1 User Manual 16 M SX1 001 01 Figure 9 SX1 webpage About tab ...

Page 22: ...environment such as C or VB NET Steps 3 5 below can be skipped if using JGR s CommunicationsLib dll available upon request 1 Install VISA drivers on the development system 2 Connect the SX1 via its USB B port to the development system 3 Add a reference to Ivi Visa dll in your project C Program Files x86 IVI Foundation VISA Microsoft NET Framework32 v2 0 50727 VISA NET Shared Components 5 11 0 Ivi ...

Page 23: ...sa RawIO Write strCommand End Sub Write commands require termination with the linefeed character n Note The SX1 runs SCPI commands asynchronously To check if an operation is complete it is required to poll the status bit via the query STAT OPER COND If the return value is 0 the SX1 has completed its operation Try Write Close cCommand SChannel ToString vbLf While iResponse 0 strSwitchResponse Query...

Page 24: ...us OPERation ENABle STATus OPERation EVENt STATus QUEStionable CONDition STATus QUEStionable ENABle byte STATus QUEStionable ENABle STATus QUEStionable EVENt STATus PRESet SYSTem ERRor NEXT SYSTem VERSion SYSTem COMMunicate LAN ADDRess ip dhcp SYSTem COMMunicate LAN ADDRess SYSTem COMMunicate LAN GATEway gateway SYSTem COMMunicate LAN GATEway SYSTem COMMunicate LAN MASK netmask SYSTem COMMunicate ...

Page 25: ...Manual 20 M SX1 001 01 Table 5 SX1 commands list Command Description CLOSe Move switch to the next channel CLOSe Move switch to channel CLOSe Return current switch channel CFG SWT END Return switch channel count ...

Page 26: ...nit from the line power 2 Clean the enclosure with a damp cloth 3 Do not plug the unit back in until it is completely dry Cleaning the Output Connectors 1 Use a bulkhead inspection probe to inspect the output connectors 2 If needed use the appropriate in bulkhead cleaning device ...

Page 27: ...ontact JGR Optics to obtain an RMA number 2 Cover the front panel with foam to prevent damage 3 Wrap the unit in anti static packaging Use anti static connector covers 4 Pack the unit in a strong enough shipping box considering the unit s weight 5 Use enough shock absorbing material 10 to 15 cm to cushion the unit and prevent it from moving inside the box Pink poly anti static foam is recommended ...

Page 28: ...SX1 User Manual 23 M SX1 001 01 10 Specifications Table 6 SX1 mechanical and environmental specifications sheet ...