The Tektronix P6701A is an Optical-to-Electrical (O/E) converter that translates optical signals into electrical signals for direct analysis on oscilloscopes and electronic test equipment. It enables precise measurement and characterization of optical waveforms in communication systems, opto-electronic device development, and electro-optic system design.
Technical Specifications
• Bandwidth: DC to 850 MHz typical
• Rise Time: ≤700 ps typical
• Wavelength Response: 500 nm to 950 nm; calibrated spectral response 500 nm to 1700 nm
• Maximum Input Optical Power: 1 mW
• Input Termination: 50 Ω (automatic via TEKPROBE interface)
• Electrostatic Immunity: 500 pF capacitor at 20 kV discharged through 1 kΩ resistor to TEKPROBE pins
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Non-operating Temperature: 62°C to 75°C
• Humidity Rating: 95% to 97% RH at 30°C to 60°C (five cycles, 120 hours)
• Weight: 70 g including accessories
– Key Features
• SMA905 optical input connector for standard fiber coupling
• TEKPROBE interface delivers oscilloscope power and enables automatic scale factor display in microwatts of optical power
• Works with Tektronix TDS-series oscilloscopes equipped with TEKPROBE interface
• Compatible with other oscilloscopes via Tektronix 1103 TEKPROBE Interface Power Supply
• Portable design with included carrying case and instruction manual
– Typical Applications
• Characterization of diode lasers, LEDs, optical modulators, and waveguides
• Fiber optic communication system testing to SONET standards
• Development and validation of fiber optic control networks and optical storage systems
• Manufacturing quality control, device calibration, and process troubleshooting of opto-electronic components
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed for seamless integration with Tektronix oscilloscopes featuring TEKPROBE connectivity. The P6701A operates as part of a family that includes P6703A, P6711, and P6713 O/E converter models sharing compatible interfaces and documentation.
