The Tektronix 80C10B is an optical sampling oscilloscope module for high-speed optical signal analysis in telecommunications and datacom environments. It delivers precise signal characterization with selectable reference receiver filtering, high bandwidth, and low-noise performance across dual wavelengths. The module integrates with Tektronix DSA8300, DSA8200, CSA/TDS8200, CSA/TDS8000B, and CSA/TDS8000 sampling oscilloscopes for comprehensive optical signal integrity assessment.
Technical Specifications
Data Rate Support
• 39.813 Gb/s (OC-768/STM-256, VSR2000 G.693, 40G NRZ G.959.1)
• 41.25 Gb/s (40GBase-FR)
• 43.018 Gb/s (G.709 FEC, OTU3, 4x10G LAN PHY)
• Option F1 extends support to 27.739 Gb/s and 25.781 Gb/s (100GBase-LR4 and 100GBase-ER4 variants)
Bandwidth Options: 30 GHz, 65 GHz, 80 GHz
Optical Wavelengths: 1310 nm and 1550 nm with integrated and selectable reference receiver filtering
Optical Input: Dual wavelength-specific inputs via Universal Optical Input Connector (UCI) supporting FC, ST, SC, and DIN connector styles. Maximum nondestructive optical input: 5 mW average power; 10 mW peak power at wavelength with highest relative responsivity.
– Key Features
• Amplified O/E converter design for excellent signal-to-noise performance and high optical sensitivity
• Optional ER Calibrated feature reduces extinction ratio measurement uncertainty against known high ER sources
• Option CRTP provides differential electrical signal outputs for external clock recovery compatibility
• External clock recovery support via Tektronix CR286A (sold separately) for rates up to 28.6 Gb/s
– Typical Applications
Optical transceiver and receiver conformance testing at 40 Gb/s and 100 Gb/s data rates across telecommunications and datacom architectures. Low-power optical signal examination and high-speed signal integrity analysis.
– Compatibility & Integration
Module integrates with Tektronix DSA8300, DSA8200, CSA/TDS8200, CSA/TDS8000B, and CSA/TDS8000 sampling oscilloscopes. Option CRTP enables differential electrical outputs for external clock recovery instrumentation.
