Content
- WDM systems
- OSA test software: configuration and use
- Automated test procedures
- Examples of common OSA test procedures
- Critical parameters:
- Peak power
- Central wavelength
- Channel spacing
- Optical signal-to-noise ratio (OSNR)
- OSA configuration for system qualification
- Test configuration for WDM component testing
- EDFA testing
- In-band testing and true OSNR
Prerequisites
Methodology
The first part of this course consists of lectures using PowerPoint presentations and demonstrations, while the second part consists of specific hands-on OSA testing exercises and experiments on critical parameters measurements for WDM systems.
Documentation
Attendees will receive a binder containing copies of presentations and other handouts.