The Anritsu MS9710B Optical Spectrum Analyzer is a diffraction-grating based instrument engineered for high-accuracy optical spectral measurements across a broad wavelength range. It performs precise measurements of laser diode and LED spectra, passive optical component transmission characteristics, and optical fiber system noise figure and gain. The analyzer delivers superior stability and reliability for demanding WDM communications testing, particularly in the 1.55 µm band.
Technical Specifications
Wavelength Range: 600 to 1750 nm
Dynamic Range:
• 70 dB at 1 nm from peak (high-dynamic range mode)
• 62 dB at 1 nm from peak (normal mode)
• 60 dB at 0.5 nm from peak (high-dynamic range mode)
• 58 dB at 0.5 nm from peak (normal mode)
Wavelength Accuracy:
• ±0.3 nm (600–1750 nm, post-calibration)
• ±0.05 nm (1.53–1.57 µm band, with optional internal reference source)
• ±0.1 nm (1530–1570 nm, 0.5–1 nm resolution)
Wavelength Linearity: ±20 pm (1530–1570 nm)
Level Accuracy: ±0.4 dB
Level Linearity: ±0.05 dB
Resolution Bandwidth: Maximum 70 pm
Polarization Dependency: ±0.05 dB; <0.05 dB when RBW ≥0.1 nm
Optical Reception Sensitivity: –90 dBm guaranteed; RMS noise ≤–90 dBm (1.25–1.6 µm)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Improved through left/right noise floor averaging and sweep averaging
– Key Features
• Fibered input optimized for single-mode fiber connection
• Built-in attenuator for high-power optical signals
• 10 marker frequency display and table display mode for WDM applications
• Optional internal white light source, calibration source, and reference wavelength source
• Optional L-band enhancement (Option 15) for 1570–1620 nm with improved accuracy, resolution, and linearity
• VGA monitor output (Option 06)
– Typical Applications
Laser diode and LED spectral characterization; WDM system validation; passive optical component measurement; optical fiber amplifier gain and noise figure assessment.
– Input Specifications
Fibered input with single-mode fiber compatibility; built-in attenuation for high-power optical signals.
