Agilent / Keysight 86113A 3 GHz dual channel amplified optical module 1000-1600 nm

The Agilent/Keysight 86113A is a dual-channel amplified optical module that converts optical signals in the 1000–1600 nm band into electrical form for analysis on oscilloscopes and DCA mainframes. Operating at 3 GHz bandwidth, it enables simultaneous measurement on two independent channels, supporting parallel optical component testing and accelerating throughput in production environments.

– Technical Specifications

• Channels: Two amplified optical inputs
• Bandwidth: 3 GHz
• Wavelength Range: 1000–1600 nm
• Maximum Average Input Power: 0.4 mW
• Characteristic RMS Noise: 1 µW at 0.155/0.622/2.488 Gb/s; 1.5 µW at 1.063/1.250 Gb/s
• Fiber Compatibility: 9/125 to 62.5/125 µm multimode and single-mode fibers
• Reference Receiver Data Rates: 155/622 Mb/s, 1.063/1.250 Gb/s, or 0.155/0.622/2.488 Gb/s

– Key Features

• Dual-channel architecture enables parallel optical signal acquisition
• Low input noise floor supports high-sensitivity measurements across telecom and datacom wavelengths
• Fiber-agnostic input accepts standard industry fiber types
• Reference receiver modes support common legacy and modern bit rates

– Typical Applications

• Optical network equipment characterization
• High-speed optical component validation
• Parallel optics and multi-wavelength signal analysis
• Optical communications research and development
• Production testing of optical transceivers and modules

– Compatibility & Integration

Designed for deployment in Keysight 86100C Infiniium DCA-J and 86100D Infiniium DCA-X mainframes, with backward compatibility to the Agilent 86100A Infiniium DCA platform. All measurement modes and parameters are accessible via GPIB interface using SCPI commands. Legacy HP 83480 and 54750 family modules are also compatible with the 86100A. Parallel (Centronics) and serial (RS232) port interfaces available for extended control and data transfer.