The Agilent/Keysight 83410B is a high-performance lightwave receiver designed for precise optical signal detection across broad wavelength ranges. It delivers accurate power measurements and supports multiple modulation formats, making it essential for optical component characterization and system validation in development, research, and manufacturing environments.
Technical Specifications
Optical Performance
• Wavelength Range: Operates across specified optical wavelengths for compatibility with standard fiber optic systems and laser sources
• Input Power Range: Defined minimum and maximum optical power levels for accurate measurement without overdrive or signal loss
• Sensitivity: Minimum detectable optical power at specified signal-to-noise ratio or bit error rate
• Dynamic Range: Ratio between maximum and minimum measurable optical power levels
• Bandwidth: Optical bandwidth supporting specified data transmission rates and frequency response
• Reflectance/Return Loss: Optical power reflected at the input port; minimized to reduce measurement errors
Electrical Characteristics
• Output Voltage Levels: Electrical output signal range corresponding to detected optical power
• Output Impedance: Electrical impedance of the output for proper integration with test equipment
• Noise Floor: Inherent electrical noise setting the minimum detectable signal threshold
• Electrical Bandwidth: Output signal bandwidth for accurate representation of high-speed optical signals
Measurement Performance
• Accuracy: Maximum permissible error in optical power measurements
• Repeatability/Stability: Measurement consistency over time and across operating conditions
• Response Time: Stabilization time following changes in input optical power
– Key Features
• Excellent sensitivity for weak-signal detection
• Wide dynamic range for variable signal strength applications
• Multi-format modulation support
• Minimal input reflectance for measurement integrity
– Typical Applications
• Optical component testing and characterization
• Fiber optic system validation
• Laser source power measurement
• Research and development of optical communications systems
– Compatibility & Integration
The 83410B integrates with standard test equipment via matched output impedance and defined electrical output levels. Optical compatibility spans industry-standard wavelength bands for seamless system integration.
