User’s
Manual
MFT Remote Controller
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1st Edition
This user's manual contains useful information about the precautions, functions, and operating
procedures of the MFT Remote Controller program that is downloadable from http://www.yokogawa.
com/tm/tm-softdownload.htm. To ensure correct use, please read this manual thoroughly during
operation.
After reading the manual, keep it in a convenient location for quick reference whenever a question
arises during operation.
For information about the handling precautions, functions, and operating procedures of the AQ1000
series Multi Field Tester, and the handling and operating procedures of Windows, see the manuals that
accompany the particular instrument you are using.
Notes
・ The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of continuing
improvements to the instrument's performance and functions. The figures given in this manual may
differ from the actual screen.
・ Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy of its
contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please contact your nearest
YOKOGAWA dealer.
• Copying or reproducing all or any part of the contents of this manual without YOKOGAWA’s
permission is strictly prohibited.
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・ For purposes of this manual, the TM and ® symbols do not accompany their respective trademark
names or registered trademark names.
・ Other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Revisions
1st Edition: November 2009
1st Edition : November 2009 (YK)
All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 2009 Yokogawa Electric Corporation
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Contents
Product Overview..............................................................................................................................1
Notes about Using This Software......................................................................................................2
1. Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers......................................................................3
2. Control Window Operation....................................................................................................5
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Product Overview
Feature
You can use the USB or Ethernet interface to control an AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester from your
PC.
When you start this software, the front panel image (control window) of the connected AQ1000 Series
Multi Field Tester is displayed on your PC's screen. You can use a mouse to control the AQ1000 Series
Multi Field Tester from your PC in the same manner as if you were performing key operations.
PC System Requirements
PC
A PC running Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista with a CPU capable of running the OS
smoothly and at least 256 MB of memory.
Operating System
Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista
Hard Disk Space
At least 20 MB of free space for the installation.
Display
Resolution: 1024 x 768 dots or better
Color: 256 colors or more (65536 colors or more recommended)
Firmware Version of the AQ7270 OTDR Required for Operation
Version 1.01 or later
Others
A dedicated driver is required if you are using the USB interface. The driver can be downloaded from
the following Web site.
http://www.yokogawa.com/tm/tm-softdownload.htm
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Notes about Using This Software
Disclaimer
Yokogawa Electric Corporation assumes no responsibility for any and all damages that may occur
directly or indirectly through the use of this software.
Operating Precautions
• Do not operate the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester while using this software. Doing so may cause
errors.
• The software may stop functioning when the PC is in standby mode.
Disable standby mode when you use this software.
• When this software is running and you are using the Ethernet interface, the network load is 800
kB/s maximum and 400 kB/s or less during normal use.
When you want to use this feature, consult with your network administrator.
• Do not use this software to change the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester's network or
communication settings. Doing so may disconnect the software from the device.
• Do not use this software to execute self-tests.
• This software can only control one AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester at a time. Additionally, multiple
PCs cannot connect to the same AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester at the same time.
• You can start multiple instances of this software on a single PC and use each instance to control
a separate AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester, but the software's operations may become slow
depending on your PC's specifications and the network status. Additionally, if you start multiple
instances of this software on a single PC, the software may not operate correctly depending on your
PC's CPU speed and memory size.
• If a connection error disrupts the connection between the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester and the
PC, turn the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester off and then on again.
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1. Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers
Selecting the Interface
1. Use the System screen on the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester to specify the interface that you
want to use.
For information on how to display the System screen and how to configure settings, see each
AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester's user's manual.
Specify this setting when you want to use the USB
interface (see section 10.1 in the AQ1000 Series
Multi Field Tester's user's manual).
Configure these settings when you want to use
the Ethernet interface (see section 10.4 in the
AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester's user's manual).
Ethernet Interface
Set to “Valid.”
Specify these settings as necessary.
USB Interface
On the System screen, Set USB Function to Control I/O.
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1. Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers
Starting the Software and Selecting the Interface
2. Double-click the MFT Remote Controller icon on the desktop, or click Start, All Programs, MFT
Remote Controller, and then click MFT Remote Controller to display the following dialog box.
Select the interface that you want to use, and then specify the settings as necessary for the interface
that you selected.
Select the number (the instrument number that is written
on the name plate on the bottom of the instrument) of
Select the interface. the AQ1000 Series tester that you want to control.
Detects the AQ1000 Series testers that
are connected to the PC's USB ports
Specify the same settings that you
specified on the AQ1000 Series
tester that you want to control.
Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers
3. Click Connect to display the front panel image (control window) of the AQ1000 Series Multi Field
Tester that you are connecting to.
When you click a button that represents a key on the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester, the same
operation occurs as if you had pressed the key on the actual instrument.
Note
For information on how to operate the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers, see each AQ1000 Series Field
Tester's user's manual.
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2. Control Window Operation
Using the Mouse
The displayed icon and the mouse operation vary depending on where the mouse pointer is located on
the control window. The following table shows the mouse operation for each icon and the operation of
the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester.
Mouse Pointer Position Displayed Icon and Mouse Operation Operation
Operation key
Click operation Same as pressing the operation key
Area to the left or right of the jog /
shuttle
Click operation Same as turning the jog shuttle to the
left or right
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