The Agilent/Keysight 8166A is a 17-slot lightwave multichannel system mainframe engineered for parallel optical testing and measurement. It hosts plug-in modules from the 8163A Lightwave Multimeter series, supporting simultaneous operation of optical sources, power meters, attenuators, and return loss modules. The platform delivers true synchronous triggering across all channels and provides full programmability via GPIB, RS-232, and configurable hardware trigger ports.
Technical Specifications
• Module slots: 17 slim slots
• Module compatibility: 8163A Lightwave Multimeter series; excludes HP 8153A modules with part numbers below 81600
• Display: Graphical monochrome, 190 × 300 visible points
• Triggering: True synchronous across all channels
• Operating temperature: 10°C to 35°C
• Storage temperature: 40°C to 70°C
• Relative humidity: <80% RH at 10°C to 35°C
• Maximum altitude: 3,000 m
• Pollution degree: 2
• Power supply: AC 100 V to 240 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±5%
• Power consumption: 120 VA, 280 VA, or 450 VA maximum (depending on module configuration)
• Dimensions: 145 mm H × 426 mm W × 545 mm L
• Weight: 20 kg (net), 23 kg (shipping) – Key Features • GPIB interface compliant with IEEE 488-1978, ANSI MC 1.1, and IEC 625
• SCPI command standard with function codes: SH1, AH1, T6, L4, SR0, RL1, PP0, DC1, DT0, C0
• Centronics-compatible parallel port and RS-232 serial connectivity
• Configurable hardware trigger input and output ports
• Single-frame architecture supports mixed module combinations without reconfiguration – Compatibility & Integration All 8163A Lightwave Multimeter family modules operate in any combination within the mainframe. Tunable laser modules, DFB sources, Fabry-Perot lasers, and measurement modules integrate directly. Legacy HP 8153A modules (part numbers <81600) are not supported. Integration into existing test benches leverages standard GPIB networks and serial control interfaces.
