Agilent / Keysight 86105B 15 GHz optical / 20 GHz electrical module 1000-1600 nm

The Keysight 86105B is a high-performance plug-in module for the 86100 series of oscilloscopes, offering integrated optical and electrical measurement capabilities. This module is designed for testing high-speed data communication and components, particularly in telecommunications and datacom industries. It provides a 15 GHz optical channel and a 20 GHz electrical channel, enabling comprehensive analysis of signal integrity and compliance with various industry standards.

### Technical Specifications

* **Optical Channel:**
* Bandwidth: 15 GHz
* Wavelength Range: 1000-1600 nm
* Fiber Compatibility: 9/125 µm fibers
* Characteristic RMS Noise: 5 µW (at 10 GHz BW), 10 µW (at 15 GHz BW)
* Maximum Average Input Power: 2 mW
* Reference Receiver Capability: Options available for supported data rates.
* Sensitivity: -12 dBm @ 1310 nm (specified for 86105B)

* **Electrical Channel:**
* Bandwidth: 20 GHz
* Input Connector: 3.5 mm male
* Characteristic RMS Noise: 0.25 mV (at 12.4 GHz BW), 0.5 mV (at 20 GHz BW)
* Maximum Input Signal: ±2 Vdc

* **Data Rate Support (with relevant options and firmware):**
* Optical transmission performance characterization for SONET, Ethernet, and Fibre Channel technologies from 155 Mb/s through 10 Gb/s.
* Support for emerging standards such as optical InfiniBand and electrical XAUI signaling.
* Specific data rates supported include: 155 Mb/s, 622 Mb/s, 1063 Mb/s, 1250 Mb/s, 2125 Mb/s, 2488 Mb/s, 2666 Mb/s, 9.953 Gb/s, 10.3125 Gb/s, 10.51875 Gb/s, 10.664 Gb/s, 10.709 Gb/s, and 11.317 Gb/s.
* Support for OTN G.709 (up to 10.71 Gb/s).

### Interfaces

* **Optical Connector:** Standard FC/PC optical connector (2.5 mm keyway)
* **Electrical Connector:** 3.5 mm male input
* **External Filter Ports:** Available on the front panel, with specific filter options and rates supported (e.g., C21, C25, C26 options).

### Compatibility

* **Mainframes:**
* 86100A/B Infiniium DCA Mainframes
* 86100C Infiniium DCA-J Mainframe
* 86100D Infiniium DCA-X Mainframe

*Note: Some sources indicate incompatibility with the 86100A and 86100B mainframes, while others list them as compatible. Verification with specific firmware versions and mainframe revisions is recommended.*

### Product Status

* The Keysight 86105B module is listed as obsolete.

### Resources

* **Documentation:** Datasheets, user manuals, programming guides, and application notes are available from the manufacturer and third-party distributors.
* **Firmware/Software:** Support for FlexDCA software and related help files are available.

### Why Choose Aumictech for Keysight 86105B?

At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-performance test and measurement equipment. Whether you need to perform comprehensive transmitter compliance testing, characterize optical and electrical signals with high fidelity, or require advanced analysis for emerging communication standards, our team ensures the Keysight 86105B delivers maximum performance for your application.