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Accurate Characterization of Source Spectra Using an Optical Spectrum Analyzer, AN1550-5
This application note gives a descriptive overview of how light sources emit light and how the important parameters can be measured using an Optical Spectrum Analyzer.
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2001-02-01
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Application Note
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356 KB
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EDFA Testing with the Interpolation Technique
This product note describes the measurement of erbium-dopedfiber amplifiers (EDFA's) with an optical spectrum analyzer(OSA) using the interpolation measurement technique.
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2000-09-01
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Application Note
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Laser Chirp
Chirp is a measure of the change in transmitter optical frequency as the transmitter is modulated.
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2008-06-04
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Application Note
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500 KB
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Making Time Resolve Chirp Measurements
This application note covers laser modulation methods, time-resolved chirp (TRC) measurement methods, and applications of TRC measurement data to predict laser perfomance in a transmission system.
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2002-03-12
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Application Note
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222 KB
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Optical Spectrum Analysis Basics (AN 1550-4)
This Application Note is intended to provide the reader with a basic understanding of optical spectrum analyzers, their technologies, specifications, and applications. Chapter 1 describes interferometer-based and diffraction- grating-based optical spectrum analyzers. Chapter 2 defines many of the...
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2000-09-01
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Application Note
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Optical Spectrum Analyzer Amplifier Test Application (PN 86140-5)
The product note explains how the Agilent OSA amplifier test application provides a cost-effective solution for reducing test time.
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2002-03-15
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Application Note
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Optical Spectrum Analyzer WDM Test Application, Product Note 86140-4 (PN 86140-4)
This product note describes how WDM system designers and manufacturers can use the 8614XB OSA's WDM test application to quickly and accurately characterize their systems. It includes specifications for optical signal-to-noise ratio only.
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2001-12-20
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Application Note
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353 KB
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Optimizing Remote Measurement Speed for the 8614XB Optical Spectrum Analyzers
This product note discusses how to increase speed during remote operations. Contains test samples and programming information.
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2001-06-01
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Application Note
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183 KB
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Pulsed or Time-Dependent Optical Spectra Measurements
This product note first discusses how the Agilent OSA synchronizes its internal activities with external signals. Then it shows how major applications can take advantage of it.
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2000-09-01
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Application Note
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Remote Programming for the Agilent 86140 Series
This programming guide is provided as an introduction to remote programming of the Agilent 86140-series optical spectrum analyzers.
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2000-09-01
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Application Note
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345 KB
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Wavelength Calibration for the 8614XB Series Optical Spectrum Analyzers
This product note discusses the calibration methods used to improve the wavelength accuracy in the Agilent 8614XB OSAs over a desired wavelength range.
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2001-05-15
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Application Note
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435 KB
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WDM System Test with the Agilent 86120 Multi-Wavelength Meter ( PN 86120-1)
This product note addresses the WDM system, the design and maintenance issues warranting measurement, and how the Agilent 86120 Multi-Wavelength Meter can be used to easily...
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2000-08-01
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Application Note
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