Centralize Your Test Operations
At each step of the design and manufacturing process, systems and components must be tested, thoroughly and efficiently. Thoroughly, as in choosing the right set of test modules for in-depth characterization and truly accurate results. Efficiently, as in integrating optical, transport and datacom test applications in a single platform, speeding up both setup and actual testing. A true single-box workstation, EXFO’s IQS-600 platform delivers all this, plus numerous connectivity and remote control features. Thanks to its Windows-based open architecture and Ethernet connectivity, the fully integrated IQS platform is the heart of your test system. It offers unmatched test automation, minimizing manual intervention and ensuring accurate, repeatable results. The IQS-600 Integrated Qualification System's design delivers efficiency-boosting advantages:
- A single platform and software environment to work with
- Minimal space in your rackmount
- Unparalleled multilayer testing flexibility
Three Platform Models, One Testing Environment
The IQS-600 platform comes in three models, the IQS-610P and IQS-605P controller units, which feature a dual-core processor, Ethernet ports and optional remote GPIB control, and the IQS-610E expansion unit, which allows you to integrate up to 90 additional test modules into your system. In addition, the IQS-600 platform series uses PC-based software, enabling you to carry out your whole test cycles within a common, highly flexible test environment.
The IQS-610P controller unit
Ideal for high-volume manufacturing applications, the IQS-610P houses up to 10 test modules. It comes with all necessary interface ports for external devices: monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer, etc.
The IQS-605P controller unit
Designed for R&D, lab and manufacturing applications, the IQS-605P houses up to 5 test modules. It features an 8.4 inch TFT touchscreen for simple manual operation.
The IQS-610E expansion unit
Each IQS-610E expansion unit can house up to 10 additional test modules. Use multiple expansion units to simplify high-module-density test applications, as they allow a single controller unit to manage up to 100 test modules, minimizing the footprint and streamlining test station operation.
The IQS-600: Powerful Features, for Day-to-Day Efficiency
Open architecture
The IQS-600 features an open software architecture that enables you to run LabVIEW™ and protocol scripts, providing you with the power and flexibility you need to control your test cycles without requiring an external PC.
Multi-user sharing
Thanks to Ethernet-based sharing capabilities, the IQS-600 enables multiple users to launch test applications, minimizing both test equipment footprint and CAPEX.
Remote test station monitoring
Use remote access devices such as Java, VNC, Remote Desktop or Web browsers to monitor and troubleshoot test applications carried out on an IQS-600 platform located anywhere in the world.
RAID 1 option
Add a second hard drive that performs real-time mirroring of all data, delivering increased data reliability and test performance.
A Test System You Can Lean On
With the IQS-600 platform, integration doesn’t stop at test applications. It also means packing everything you need to get through your test cycles more easily, day in and day out. Consequently, the IQS-600 was designed to bring user-friendliness, reliability and flexibility to the next level.
User-friendliness
Based on Windows environment, the IQS-600 offers truly intuitive graphical user interfaces (GUI) that simplify module control and system status assessment. Its open software architecture enables you to install any Windows-supported software.
Reliability
The IQS-600 uses the proven Windows XP Embedded operating system, as well as industrial-grade PC components that withstand even the toughest manufacturing conditions. Its optional RAID dual hard drive configuration also provides a live backup of all test data, for increased data protection and platform reliability.
Flexibility
Control your IQS-600 platform from any remote location through GPIB, RS-232 or Ethernet connection and run applications developed with any programming environment, from LabVIEW™ and SCPI to ActiveX/DCOM and .NET. Use any PC/Windows device such as foot pedals, bar code readers, PCI data acquisition cards to build more complex test stations requiring more than optical, transport and datacom instruments.
IQS Test Modules and Turnkey Systems
Choose from the widest range of modules on the market, as all IQS test modules are compatible with the IQS-600 platform. Mix and match modules to build a system that meets any test and measurement challenge, or choose a ready-made solution from our IQS-12000 series.