The JDSU KITMAPF (MAP TB3) is a tunable filter module with integrated broadband source designed for optical testing and measurement within the JDSU MAP platform ecosystem. This hot-swappable cassette combines a continuously tunable bandpass filter spanning 1520 nm to 1630 nm with a built-in broadband source delivering amplified spontaneous emission output across the C-band. The module executes wavelength-specific filtering and signal generation for insertion loss testing, dispersion penalty analysis, and related optical characterization tasks.
Technical Specifications
Tunable Bandpass Filter
• Wavelength range: 1520 nm to 1630 nm continuous tuning
• Tuning resolution: 0.005 nm
• -3 dB bandwidth options: 0.11 nm, 0.25 nm, 0.55 nm
• Filter geometry: Diffraction grating with stepper motor wavelength selection
• Polarization dependent loss: <0.3 dB
• Maximum input power: 300 mW (standard) or 1000 mW (high power option)
• Low insertion loss and high rejection characteristics; "G" filter shape provides sharpness
Broadband Source
• Type: Built-in amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) source
• Spectral output: Flattened high power density across C-band with high spectral stability
Module Options
• Peak search: Identifies absolute maximum transmission within full tuning range or local maximum within defined range
• 10% tap option: Integrated power monitoring
– Key Features
• Hot-swappable installation into MAP series mainframes without power cycling
• Automatic cassette identification via dynamic MAP firmware and console
• Tuning resolution of 0.005 nm enables precise wavelength targeting
• Low PDL (<0.3 dB) maintains signal integrity across polarization states
– Typical Applications
• Insertion loss and channel isolation measurements
• Dispersion penalty testing
• Wavelength-selective optical signal generation and filtering
• C-band component characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
The KITMAPF integrates into JDSU MAP-200 platform and earlier MAP chassis (benchtop 3-slot MAP+2B00 or 8-slot MAP+2M00 configurations). Remote control via GPIB, USB, or Ethernet (10/100/1000Base-T); supports LabVIEW, LabWindows, Visual C++, and Visual Basic drivers. MAP-200 mainframes are LXI Class C compliant with IVI driver support.
