The Tektronix OTS9010 is a 10 Gb/s optical test system mainframe designed for SONET/SDH testing and characterization of optical communication systems and components. Built around an Intel Coppermine 400 MHz processor running Windows 2000 SP1, the mainframe provides a Windows-based operator interface with 128 MB RAM and 9.3 GB HDD storage. The benchtop platform features a 800×600 TFT LC display, Mini-QWERTY keypad, integrated trackball, and eight free slots for interchangeable optical interface modules sold separately. The OTS9010 accommodates modular components including 10 Gb/s SONET/SDH transmitters and receivers (OTS91L1), OC-192/STM-64 transmitters (OTS91T2) and receivers (OTS91R2), and clock/trigger modules (OTS91C1). These modules enable fixed and pseudo-random test pattern generation, sub-rate and full-rate payload support, through-mode signal retransmission with alarm and error insertion, plus comprehensive SONET/SDH alarm and error generation at Section, Line, and Path levels (including Regenerator Section and Multiplex Section for SDH). System connectivity includes GPIB (IEEE 488.1-1987 compliant), Ethernet, SCSI, USB, and parallel printer support. The mainframe operates on 115 V AC or 230 V AC and includes CD-ROM and floppy disk drives. An optional rackmount kit is available for integrated installation environments. Tektronix OTS9000 Software v7.0 build 63 provides the control and measurement interface.
Technical Specifications
• Data Rate: 10 Gb/s
• Standards: OC-192/STM-64 SONET/SDH
• Processor: Intel Coppermine 400 MHz
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000 SP1
• Memory: 128 MB RAM
• Storage: 9.3 GB HDD (primary); 3.2 GB HDD (secondary)
• Display: TFT LC Display, 800×600 resolution recommended
• Interfaces: GPIB (IEEE 488.1-1987), Ethernet, SCSI, USB, parallel printer
• Power Supply: 115 V AC or 230 V AC
• Module Slots: 8 available for application boards
• Peripherals: CD-ROM drive, floppy disk drive
– Key Features
• Modular architecture supports interchangeable optical interface cards
• Fixed and pseudo-random test pattern generation
• Sub-rate and full-rate payload capabilities
• Through-mode operation with optional alarm and error insertion
• SONET/SDH alarm and error generation at multiple hierarchical levels
• Mini-QWERTY input with integrated trackball control
• Multi-protocol connectivity via GPIB, Ethernet, SCSI, and USB
– Typical Applications
• 10 Gb/s optical transceiver development and validation
• OC-192/STM-64 SONET/SDH system characterization
• Optical signal path testing with error and alarm simulation
• Manufacturing quality assurance and component screening
• Research and laboratory optical communications analysis
– Compatibility & Integration
The OTS9010 mainframe accepts Tektronix optical interface modules including transmitter, receiver, and timing modules. Optional rackmount kit enables system integration into standard 19-inch rack installations. Configuration via Tektronix OTS9000 Software v7.0 build 63.
