EXFO FTB-500 (Window XP) User Manual
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FTB-500
11 Using FTB Products in an Automated Test Environment ........................213
Managing the States of Your FTB-500 ................................................................................214
Standard Status Data Structure ..........................................................................................216
SCPI Command Structure ....................................................................................................220
Consulting Data Types ........................................................................................................223
Writing Remote Control Code .............................................................................................224
Error Message Format .........................................................................................................226
Working with EXFO COM Objects .......................................................................................227
Working with EXFO LabVIEW Drivers ..................................................................................228
Using the EXFO Getting Started Applications .....................................................................230
Building and Using Custom VIs ...........................................................................................235
Monitoring Remote Commands ..........................................................................................241
Cleaning Detector Ports ......................................................................................................246
Cleaning VFL-Type Connectors ............................................................................................247
Cleaning the Touchscreen ...................................................................................................248
Battery Maintenance Recommendations ............................................................................249
Inserting and Removing Batteries .......................................................................................250
Verifying Battery Status ......................................................................................................252
Recalibrating the Batteries ..................................................................................................254
Enabling Automatic Windows Updates ..............................................................................256
Replacing Fuses (Eight-Slot Model Only) .............................................................................259
Recalibrating the Unit .........................................................................................................260
Recycling and Disposal (Applies to European Union Only) ..................................................261
Solving Common Problems .................................................................................................263
LED Indicator Color Codes ..................................................................................................270
Restoring Your Unit to Normal Operation ..........................................................................272
Accessing Online Help ........................................................................................................282
Contacting the Technical Support Group ............................................................................284
Viewing System Information ...............................................................................................285
Transportation ....................................................................................................................288
General Information ...........................................................................................................289
Liability ...............................................................................................................................290
Exclusions ...........................................................................................................................291
Certification ........................................................................................................................291
Service and Repairs .............................................................................................................292
EXFO Service Centers Worldwide ........................................................................................293