The Agilent/Keysight 86105C is a 9 GHz optical and 20 GHz electrical sampling module designed for signal analysis in high-speed communication systems. It supports wavelengths from 750 to 1650 nm and is compatible with both single-mode (SMF) and multimode (MMF) fiber. This module enhances oscilloscope solutions by providing capabilities for waveform characterization and transmitter compliance testing across various networking technologies, including SONET/SDH and datacom/enterprise standards up to 11.3 Gb/s. The 86105C is designed for use with Keysight’s Infiniium DCA/DCA-J and DCA-X mainframes.
### Technical Specifications
**Optical Channel:**
* **Bandwidth:** 8.5 GHz (9 GHz characteristic)
* **Nominal Wavelength Range:** 750 to 1650 nm
* **Calibrated Wavelengths:** 850 nm, 1310 nm, 1550 nm (±20 nm)
* **Amplified Optical Channel:** Yes, for 9/125 to 62.5/125 fibers
* **Fiber Input Type:** Single-mode (SMF) and Multimode (MMF)
* **Connector:** User-selectable; FC/PC connector is standard
* **Sensitivity:** -21 dBm to -16 dBm (typical, based on rate and wavelength)
* **Characteristic RMS Noise:**
* 0.8 µW (1310/1550 nm, 2.667 Gb/s)
* 1.4 µW (1310/1550 nm, 11.3 Gb/s)
* 1.3 µW (850 nm, 2.667 Gb/s)
* 2.5 µW (1310/1550 nm, 11.3 Gb/s)
* Ranges from 0.8 to 2.5 µW (typical)
* Specific values: 1.3 µW (characteristic, ≤ 2.666 Gb/s @ 850 nm), 1.5 µW (characteristic, > 2.666 Gb/s to ≤ 4.25 Gb/s @ 850 nm), 2.5 µW (characteristic, > 4.25 Gb/s to ≤ 11.3 Gb/s @ 850 nm)
* Specific values: 0.8 µW (characteristic, ≤ 2.666 Gb/s @ 1310/1550 nm), 1.0 µW (characteristic, > 2.666 Gb/s to ≤ 4.25 Gb/s @ 1310/1550 nm), 1.4 µW (characteristic, > 4.25 Gb/s to ≤ 11.3 Gb/s @ 1310/1550 nm)
* **Maximum Average Input Power:** 0.5 mW
* **Maximum Non-destructive Average Power:** 0.5 mW (–3 dBm)
* **Maximum Non-destructive Peak Power:** 5 mW (+7 dBm)
* **Input Return Loss:**
* > 13 dB (850 nm)
* > 24 dB (1310 nm / 1550 nm)
**Electrical Channel:**
* **Bandwidth:** 20 GHz
* **Transition Time (10% to 90%):**
* 28.2 ps (12.4 GHz BW)
* 17.5 ps (20 GHz BW)
* **RMS Noise:**
* Characteristic: 0.25 mV (12.4 GHz BW), 0.5 mV (20 GHz BW)
* Maximum: 0.5 mV (12.4 GHz BW), 1 mV (20 GHz BW)
* **Maximum Input Signal:** ± 2 V DC
* **Input Dynamic Range:** ± 400 mV
* **Scale Factor:** 1 mV/division (minimum) to 100 mV/division (maximum)
* **DC Accuracy (single marker):**
* 12.4 GHz: ±0.4% of full scale ± 2 mV ± 1.5% of (reading – channel offset)
* 20 GHz: ±0.4% of full scale ± 2 mV ± 3% of (reading – channel offset)
* **DC Offset Range:** ± 500 mV
* **Nominal Impedance:** 50 ohm
* **Reflections:** 5% (for 30 ps rise time)
* **Electrical Input Connector:** 3.5 mm (male), typically ships with a factory-installed 3.5 mm (f-f) connector saver
**Data Rate Options & Filters:**
The 86105C offers various filter options to support specific data rates:
* **Option 86105C-100 Series (Low-Rate Receiver Filters – Four options installed):**
* -110: OC-3/STM-1, 155 Mb/s
* -120: OC-12/STM-4, 622 Mb/s (also covers 614 Mb/s)
* -130: 1x Fibre Channel, 1.063 Gb/s
* -140: GPON, 1.244 Gb/s and Gigabit Ethernet, 1.250 Gb/s (also covers 1.229 Gb/s)
* -150: 2x Fibre Channel, 2.125 Gb/s
* -160: OC-48/STM-16, 2.488 Gb/s and 2 Gb Ethernet, 2.500 Gb/s (also covers 2.458 Gb/s)
* -170: OC-48/STM-16 FEC, 2.666 Gb/s
* -180: 10 Gb Ethernet LX-4, 3.125 Gb/s (also covers 3.072 Gb/s)
* -190: 4x Fibre Channel, 4.25 Gb/s
* -193: PCIe-2/2x InfiniBand, 5.000 Gb/s
* -195: 2x XAUI, 6.250 Gb/s (also covers 6.144 Gb/s)
* -197: 8x Fibre Channel, 8.500 Gb/s
* **Option 86105C-200 (Multiple 10 Gb/s Receiver Filters):**
* Supports rates including OC-192/STM-64 (9.953 Gb/s), 10 Gb Ethernet (10.3125 Gb/s), 10x Fibre Channel (10.51875 Gb/s), OC-192/STM-64 FEC (10.664 Gb/s), OC-192/STM-64 FEC (10.709 Gb/s), 10 Gb Ethernet FEC (11.0957 Gb/s), 10x Fibre Channel FEC (11.317 Gb/s)
* **Option 86105C-300:** A combination of four series 86105C-100 low-rate receiver filters and the 86105C-200 10 Gb/s receiver filters.
**Compatibility:**
* 86100A/B/C Infiniium DCA/DCA-J Mainframes
* 86100D Infiniium DCA-X Mainframe
**Environmental:**
* **Operating Temperature:** +10°C to +40°C (50°F to +104°F)
Why Choose Aumictech for the Agilent/Keysight 86105C 9 GHz Optical/20 GHz Module?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end optical and electrical test equipment. Whether you need precise signal analysis for high-speed fiber communications, advanced eye diagram measurements, or reliable jitter analysis, our team ensures the Agilent/Keysight 86105C delivers maximum performance for your R&D and manufacturing applications.

























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