Autumn 2013 Optical Connections Magazine

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Molex VITA 66.1 optical MT backplane interconnect system simplifies VPX-architecture

Tektronix unveils next generation high performance AWG series Tektronix, Inc., a leading worldwide provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, has launched its next generation of arbitrary waveform generators that offer up to 50 GS/s sample rate performance. With the industry’s best combination of high sample rate (50GS/s), long waveform memory (16 GS) and deep dynamic range (10 bit vertical resolution), the new AWG70000 Series supports a wide range of demanding signal generation requirements in defence electronics, high-speed serial, optical networking and advanced research applications. NEWS IN BRIEF ProLabs releases details of two new cables A QSFP 40G passive cable, compati- ble with Cisco, Force10, Extreme and Enterasys, has been introduced to complement the recently announced QSFP 40G SR4 transceiver. In addition, an XFP active cable for connecting switches over short distances within the data centre has been developed. Both cables are ready to order and come in a range of standard and bespoke lengths. As with all ProLabs’ component based accessories, the cables are manufactured in accordance with industry standards, come with lifetime warranties and CapEx savings of up to 70%. TeraXion launches new sub-band chromatic dispersion emulator Already popular in a multichannel version for coherent systems testing and R&D labs, this chromatic dispersion emulator is now available in higher than 425 GHz continuous bandwidth allowing DSP managing capability testing of wide 100 Gb/s and above signals. The ClearSpectrumTM-CDE emulates tens of thousands of ps/nm in a compact unit while maintaining a very low insertion loss. It can be cascaded several times to achieve dispersion levels as high as transpacific link equivalents (12 000km). It is the best alternative to using fiber spools with 10 time lower losses and a 20 times smaller required rack space.

M olex VITA 66.1 ruggedised optical MT backplane interconnect solution for high-density aerospace, defence and commercial embedded system applications is fully compliant with the ANSI-ratified 66.1 specification. The system meets the defined requirements outlined by VITA 66.0 for blind mate fibre optic interconnects used with VITA 46 backplanes and

plug-in modules. Available with 8, 12 or 24 fibres in standard singlemodeormultimode

and VersaBeam™ (expanded beam) MT ferrule options for design flexibility,

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based housings provide a rugged solution for use in the designated VPX card space as determined by the standard, or can be used as a stand-alone solution outside of the VPX architecture. Visit Molex on Stand 221

it features a robust aluminium housing to withstand extreme temperature ranges (-50 to +105 °C), as well as shock and vibration environments. The anodized

Ultra high resolution Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) APEX Technologies offers the highest resolution OSA in the market. With 500 times better

high wavelength accuracy +/- 3 pm and high dynamic range 83 dB. Two internal channels allow the measurement and display of both polarization axes simultaneously. The user can also operate this OSA as an independent high performance tunable laser source or as a component analyzer to characterize any optical active or passive component. Visit Apex on Stand 430

wavelength bandwidth resolution than the best standard grating based OSA, this equipment combines high wavelength bandwidth resolution 0.04 pm (5 MHz),

LC compact Push Pull uniboot connector Sanwa LC Push Pull Connectors offer the easiest installation and removal in the industry. When using this uniquely designed connector, there is never a reason to leave any additional space at top or bottom of the connector to allow for room to push down on its latch. Instead, the structure of LCPushPull is designed so that the latch can be slid back, instead of being pushed down, to facilitate smooth removal. Similarly, this connector is installed by simply pushing it into the adapter. highest density panel design ever, and LC Push Pull connectors can be used to minimize overall panel size. 2.0mm/3.0mm versions are available, in a choice of standard and short length boot. SM/MM/ APC versions are also optionally available. Actual samples are available at Sanwa booth at #620. More new products information can be also seen at our new website www.sanwa-us.com Optical Complex Spectrum Analyzer (OCSA) APEX Technologies OCSA can be used as an optical modulation analyzer and as an ultra high resolution optical spectrum analyzer. a function of time. Furthermore, the OCSA it can display constellation, phase and intensity eye diagrams, EVM, and BER estimation. This space-saving installation- removal process enables the

The OCSA can measure the intensity and the phase variations as a function of frequency. This information can then be used to calculate and display chirp, phase, alpha parameter or pulse shape as

The OCSA has no modulation format and bit rate limitations, it combines an ultra high wavelength bandwidth resolution (5 MHz) and temporal resolution (75 fs). Visit Apex on Stand 430

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