The Ando AQ8201-13 is an ECL (Edge-Coupled Laser) light source module engineered for optical component characterization and DWDM system verification. This plug-in module integrates into Ando AQ8200 series mainframes—AQ8201A, AQ8203, AQ8202, and AQ8204—to deliver tunable, spectrally pure output across the C-band and adjacent wavelengths. It excels in specification evaluation of DWDM elements including MUX/DEMUX, AWG, and EDFA subsystems.
## Technical Specifications
• **Wavelength Range:** 1460 nm to 1580 nm
• **Wavelength Resolution:** 10 pm
• **Wavelength Accuracy:** ± 0.2 nm
• **Optical Output Power:** +6 dBm typical; +10.3 dBm maximum
• **Spectral Linewidth:** 100 MHz (coherence control ON) / 5 MHz (coherence control OFF)
• **Optical Power Stability:** ± 0.005 dB
• **Output Fiber:** Single-mode 9/125 µm, FC/APC connector
• **Laser Class:** IEC825 Class 3A
• **Operating Temperature:** 5 to 40 °C
• **Storage Temperature:** 0 to 50 °C
• **Humidity:** ≤ 85 % RH (non-condensing)
• **Module Dimensions:** 39.5 mm (W) × 130 mm (H) × 339 mm (D)
• **Module Weight:** 0.7 kg
## Key Features
• Tunable output across 1460–1580 nm with 10 pm resolution
• Ultra-narrow linewidth down to 5 MHz for coherent and precision measurements
• Exceptional power stability of ± 0.005 dB for repeatable characterization
• Single-mode fiber delivery via industry-standard FC/APC interface
• GPIB control (IEEE-488.2) via mainframe for automated test sequences
## Typical Applications
• DWDM component specification validation
• Long-haul optical transmission system verification
• Optical filter and multiplexer characterization
• EDFA gain and noise figure measurement
• Optical component R&D
## Compatibility & Integration
Inserts into AQ8201A (10-slot, 19-inch rack), AQ8203 (3-slot halfsize), AQ8202, or AQ8204 mainframes. Mainframe GPIB port enables remote command and monitoring. AQ8201A accepts 3–10 modules depending on configuration; AQ8203 accommodates up to 3 modules.
