The DiCon GP700 Programmable Fiber Multi Switch integrates transmit and receive ports directly into a single optical switching module, enabling complete signal path testing and verification without external transceiver equipment. This multi-port switch delivers flexible, programmable routing of optical signals across fiber optic systems, supporting in-line transmission and reception for laboratory and enterprise applications. Built-in monitoring capabilities provide real-time system analysis, while programmable control enables rapid configuration changes for dynamic test scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Switching Architecture
• Multi-port optical switch with programmable signal routing
• Flexible configuration for varied test topologies
Transceiver Integration
• Integrated Transmit (TX) and Receive (RX) ports for in-line optical signal handling
• Eliminates external transceiver requirements in test setups
Optical Performance
• Insertion Loss: Measured in dB
• Return Loss: Measured in dB
• Crosstalk: Measured in dB
• Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL): Characterized across signal polarization states
Switching Characteristics
• Switching Speed: Transition time measured in milliseconds (ms)
• Repeatability: Consistent switching performance across multiple operations
Control Interface
• Programmable control for automated test environments
• Support for Ethernet, USB, RS-232, or GPIB control interfaces
• SCPI-compliant or proprietary command language
• Operating system compatibility with driver/software support
– Key Features
• Direct TX/RX integration eliminates external transceiver modules
• Programmable signal routing for flexible test configurations
• Built-in monitoring for real-time optical parameter tracking
• Multi-wavelength operation across deployed fiber networks
– Typical Applications
• Fiber optic system validation and verification
• In-line optical signal transmission and reception testing
• Laboratory and enterprise network testing
– Compatibility & Integration
The GP700 integrates into automated test systems via standard control interfaces, supporting both SCPI-based and proprietary command protocols across major operating systems.
