AQ6370 Viewer
The AQ6370 Viewer is a package of PC application software for PC-based analysis and measurement with the AQ6380, the AQ6370 series and the AQ6360 Optical Spectrum Analyzer.
We offer a trial version of the software, in which all the functions are available for 30 days.
The AQ6370 Viewer is a package of PC application software for the AQ6380, the AQ6370 series and the AQ6360 Optical Spectrum Analyzer.
- The same user interface and functions as the mainframe
- Display and analyze waveform data acquired by the mainframe
- Remote control and file transfer capability
The model-specific Viewer and the Common Viewer
In addition to the current model-specific viewer, a new model common viewer (OSA Viewer) has been added.
The Common Viewer (OSA Viewer)
OSA Viewer can operate multiple model-specific Viewer with a single software.
Multiple OSA Viewers can be operated on a PC and multiple optical spectrum analyzers can be controlled via Ethernet.
The OSA Viewer supports the following optical spectrum analyzers.
AQ6380 Series：AQ6380
AQ6360 Series：AQ6360
AQ6370 Series：AQ6370C/AQ6370D/AQ6370E
AQ6373 Series：AQ6373/AQ6373B/AQ6373E
AQ6374 Series：AQ6374/AQ6374E
AQ6375 Series：AQ6375/AQ6375B/AQ6375E
AQ6376 Series：AQ6376/AQ6376E
AQ6377 Series：AQ6377
Note: It does not support the AQ6370 or AQ6370B.
The model-specific Viewer
Depending on the model viewer installed on the PC, the same analysis as the optical spectrum analyzer can be performed on the PC screen. One PC can control one optical spectrum analyzer via Ethernet.
Example: If you are using AQ6370D, please use AQ6370D Viewer.
Display of Saved Measurement Data
- Saved measurement data can be displayed and confirmed on a PC. *1
- When reading waveforms, files can be quickly selected from the Thumbnail File Preview.
- Waveforms can be saved as graphic files on a PC.
- Waveforms can be printed out from a printer connected to the PC
*1: Waveform data of previous models (AQ-6315, AQ6317, and AQ6319 Series),
whose formats are .WV*/.TXT, can be used. The displayable wavelength range is 600-1700 nm, which is the measurable wavelength range of Optical Spectrum Analyzer AQ6370 and AQ6370B/C/D.
Data Analysis
- Analysis identical to AQ6370 Series can be performed on a PC. *2
- Analysis results can be saved to a PC.
Major Analysis Functions of AQ6370 Viewer
- Peak/bottom search
- Analysis of spectrum widths (Threshold, Envelope, RMS, Peak RMS, and Notch)
- WDM (OSNR) analysis, EDFA-NF analysis, filter peak/bottom analysis, WDM filter peak/bottom analysis, DFB-LD analysis, FP-LD analysis, LED analysis, SMSR analysis, power analysis, and PMD analysis
- Pass/Fail Judgment using the template function
*2 When reading the waveforms of an analyzer other than the AQ6370, the accuracy of analysis results and readings cannot be guaranteed with regard to power analysis, LED analysis, WDM analysis, EDFA-NF analysis, and conversion of the unit to dBm/nm (dBm is represented by the vertical axis.)
Real-time Remote Control
- Real-time acquisition and display of measured waveforms using AQ6370 series' remote control with Ethernet LAN.
- Acquired measurement data can be stored in or analyzed on a PC.
Enhancing manufacturing quality through trouble analysis of manufacturing lines and the monitoring of long-term tests.
File Transfer
- Files saved in the internal memory of AQ6370 series can be transferred to a PC.
- Programs edited using AQ6370 Viewer can be transferred to AQ6370 series.
- Improved data and program management quality
PC Requirements
PC
A PC running following operating system with at least 256 MB of memory (512 MB or more recommended).
Operating System
- Windows 10 (32bit / 64bit)
- Windows 11 (64 bit)
CD-ROM Drive
A CD-ROM drive is required to install this software program.
Display
1024 × 768 pixels, 65536 colors or more
* Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 / 8.1 and Windows 10 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States
Ordering Information
| Model | Description |
| 735371 | AQ6370 Viewer |
Caution - For the correct and safe use of this product, please read the instruction manual carefully.
- Display of saved waveform data
- Data analysis
- Real-time remote control
- File transfer
- Management of large-volumes of measurement data
- Data analysis from remote locations
- Preparation of test reports
- Measurement from remote locations
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Instruction Manuals
- AQ6370 Viewer User's Manual (2.2 MB)
- AQ6370 Viewer Installation Manual (403 KB)
Software
Product Overviews
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• An unprecedented 5 pm wavelength resolution
• ±5 pm wavelength accuracy
• 1200 nm to 1650 nm wavelength range
• 65 dB wide close-in dynamic range
• 80 dB stray light suppression
• Automated wavelength calibration
• Gas purging
• DUT-oriented interface and test apps
• Backward-compatible remote interface
• 10.4in intuitive touchscreen
• Up to 20x faster measurement
• Remote operation capabilities
How-tos
- Span
- Sweep
- Calibration
- Analysis
- Cursors/Markers
- PC-Based Remote Viewing Software
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