The Anritsu MW9710C (MS9710C) Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) is a diffraction-grating type instrument designed for comprehensive analysis of optical signal characteristics across a broad wavelength range. It is engineered to provide precise measurements of wavelength, optical power, and spectral shape, making it a critical tool for R&D, manufacturing, and quality control in optical communication systems and device development. This analyzer is recognized for its enhanced performance over its predecessor, the MS9710B, offering improvements in wavelength accuracy, resolution bandwidth, and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) averaging.
### Technical Specifications
**Wavelength Range:**
* 600 to 1750 nm
**Dynamic Range:**
* Typically 45 dB at 0.2 nm from the signal peak with a 50 pm RBW setting
* Greater than 42 dB at 0.2 nm from the peak wavelength
* Minimum of 58 dB at 0.4 nm from the peak wavelength
* Up to 70 dB at 1 nm from the peak wavelength
* Greater than 50 dB at 50 GHz (0.4 nm) channel spacing when RBW is 0.1 nm or greater
* High-dynamic range mode: up to 70 dB
**Wavelength Accuracy:**
* Post-calibration accuracy can be better than ±20 pm when using an optional internal reference wavelength light source
* With Option 15 (L-band enhancement): improves wavelength accuracy in the 1570 to 1620 nm region
* 50 pm (1530–1570 nm) for MS9710B; 20 pm (1530–1570 nm) for MS9710C
* 50 pm (1520–1600 nm) for MS9710B; 20 pm (1520–1620 nm) for MS9710C
* ± 300 pm (600 to 1750 nm)
* ± 20 pm (1530 to 1570 nm) for Wavelength Linearity
**Resolution Bandwidth (RBW):**
* Maximum RBW is 50 pm for the MS9710C
* Improved resolution bandwidth compared to MS9710B
**Level Accuracy:**
* ± 0.4 dB (1300/1550 nm, input: –23 dBm, resolution: ≥0.1 nm)
* ± 2.2% (1530 to 1570 nm, resolution: 0.5 nm)
* ± 3% (1530 to 1570 nm, resolution: 0.2 nm)
* ± 2.2% (1520 to 1620 nm, resolution: 0.5 nm)
* ± 5% (1520 to 1530 nm, 1570 to 1620 nm, resolution: 0.2 nm)
* ± 7% (1600 to 1520 nm, 1620 to 1750 nm, resolution: 0.5 nm)
* ± 10% (1520 to 1530 nm, 1570 to 1620 nm, resolution: 0.1 nm)
**Level Linearity:**
* ± 0.05 dB (1550/1600 nm, –50 to 0 dBm, optical ATT: off)
* ± 0.05 dB (1550 nm, –30 to +20 dBm, optical ATT: on)
**Polarization Dependency:**
* Less than 0.05 dB (PDL < 0.05 dB) when RBW is 0.1 nm or greater
* ± 0.05 dB (1550/1600 nm)**Optical Input Sensitivity:**
* -65 to +10 dBm (600 to 1000 nm, 0 to +30˚C, optical ATT: off)
* -85 to +10 dBm (1000 to 1250 nm, 0 to +30˚C, optical ATT: off)
* -90 to +10 dBm (1250 to 1600 nm, 0 to +30˚C, optical ATT: off)**Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) Measurement:**
* Improved SNR measurement with left and right noise floor averaging
* Accurate SNR measurements with errors less than 0.2 dB
* Noise level is standardized per nm by dividing by the selected RBW**Measurement Capabilities:**
* Wavelength, power level, and SNR for up to 300 DWDM channels
* PMD (Polarization Mode Dispersion) measurements
* EDFA (Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier) noise floor and gain measurements
* Measurement of transmission characteristics of passive elements (e.g., optical isolators)
* LD and LED spectra measurements
* SMSR (Single Mode Shandong Ratio) analysis
* OBPF (Optical Bandpass Filter) testing
* Waveform analysis of WDM Systems**Internal Functions & Options:**
* Tunable Laser Source (TLS) tracking function (eliminates need for external controller)
* Optional built-in light sources: SLD, white light, reference wavelength light sources
* Internal reference wavelength light source for automatic calibration
* Built-in attenuator for high power optical input
* Option 15: L-band enhancement for improved performance in the 1570 to 1620 nm region
* Option 13: Includes wavelength reference and SLD light source**Interfaces:**
* GPIB interface bus (standard)
* RS-232C interface (standard)
* VGA output connector**Physical:**
* Diffraction grating spectrum analyzer### Why Choose Aumictech for Anritsu MW9710C (MS9710C)?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end optical test and measurement equipment. Whether you need precise spectral analysis for advanced communication systems, reliable characterization of optical devices, or accurate measurements in demanding R&D and manufacturing environments, our team ensures the Anritsu MW9710C delivers maximum performance for your application.
