Program control of optical spectrum analyzer

Abstract

Development of optical technologies rapidly stimulates analysis of more complex signals. Spectrum measurement demands the use of sophisticated combination of hardware and software for optical instruments. The purpose of this work is to create a computer program for manipulation of optical spectrum analyzer HP 71451A. It is also necessary to select suitable system operation algorithm. System control design should span: algorithm of operation, amount of possible functions, indication type and user interface. This investigation implements the creation of such automated measurement system using two different programming approaches - graphic programming using LabVIEW and text- based programming using LabWindows.