Agilent / Keysight N1030A Single Optical Channel Module

The Keysight N1030A Single Optical Channel Module is a high-performance optical analysis module designed for precision characterization of optical signals and components. This unamplified plug-in module integrates into Keysight DCA-X, N1000A, and 86100D mainframes to deliver accurate, low-jitter measurements across demanding test applications in research, development, and manufacturing environments.

– Technical Specifications

• Optical Bandwidth: 65 GHz
• Electrical Bandwidth (Optional): 33 GHz, 40 GHz, 50 GHz, 70 GHz, 85 GHz, or 95 GHz
• Jitter Performance: 90 fs (rms) minimum
• Wavelength Range: 1250 nm to 1600 nm
• Supported Filter Range: 15.6 GBd to 120 GBd
• Sampling Rate: Up to 250 kSa/s (with N1000A mainframe)
• Optical Input Connector: FC/PC
• Electrical Input Connector (Optional): 1.0 mm
• Channels: 1 optical channel; optional 1 electrical channel
• Impulse Response Correction: Standard on optical and electrical channels

– Key Features

• Single-channel optical module for high-speed signal integrity analysis
• Impulse response correction integrated on all measurement channels
• Flexible electrical bandwidth options accommodate diverse test requirements
• Sub-100 fs jitter enables precision timing analysis
• FC/PC optical interface supports standard telecom configurations
• Operates up to 2000 meters altitude in controlled environments

– Typical Applications

• Optical transmitter and transceiver design verification and manufacturing
• High-speed optical signal analysis above 53 GBd and 112 GBd (224 Gbps) data rates
• Electrical transmitter research and design validation
• Reflection and transmission characterization of electrical components and channels
• Analog and digital signal measurement and analysis

– Compatibility & Integration

The N1030A operates with Keysight Infiniium DCA-X Series mainframes, N1000A mainframe, and 86100D mainframe. Control and data acquisition leverage Keysight N1010A FlexDCA Software, which provides advanced signal integrity analysis, measurement automation, and root cause analysis capabilities for optical and electrical systems.

Manufacturer: Agilent / Keysight Technologies (USA)