Agilent / Keysight N7005A 60 GHz optical-to-electrical converter

The Keysight N7005A is a 60 GHz optical-to-electrical converter that transforms optical signals into electrical signals for real-time analysis with compatible oscilloscopes. Designed for high-speed optical communication system characterization, this DC-coupled converter enables direct measurement and troubleshooting of optical components and transmission links in research and production environments.

– Technical Specifications

• Optical Input Bandwidth: 60 GHz typical (-3 dBe, electrical with Brickwall filter); supports 4th order Bessel Thomson response up to 70 GHz when DSP corrected
• Wavelength Range: 1250 to 1600 nm, including 850 nm, 1310 nm, and 1550 nm
• Rise Time: 7.3 psec (Brickwall filter) or 8.4 psec (4th order Bessel Thomson filter)
• Data Rate: 28 Gb/s; supports up to 56 Gbaud PAM4
• Optical Input Power: 4 to 8 mW (linear range)
• Conversion Gain: 72 to 85 V/W
• Optical Return Loss: -25 dB
• Input Connector: FC/PC, 9/125 µm single-mode fiber
• Electrical Output: 1.85 mm or 1 mm connectors (AutoProbe III interface)
• Operating Temperature: 10 to 55°C
• Storage Temperature: -40 to 70°C
• Relative Humidity: 50% to 80%
• Weight: 5 lbs

– Key Features

• Selectable Brickwall or 4th order Bessel Thomson filtering for flat or optimized frequency response
• Single-mode fiber input for long-haul optical signal acquisition
• High conversion efficiency across 1250–1600 nm telecom bands
• PAM4 measurement capability with supported oscilloscopes and software

– Compatibility & Integration

Requires Keysight Infiniium UXR oscilloscopes (≥40 GHz bandwidth) with baseline software v10.25 or higher. FlexRT software option enables advanced PAM4 measurements including TDECQ analysis. Optimal performance achieved with 70 GHz Infiniium UXR systems supporting 4th order Bessel Thomson response for 56 Gbaud optical streams.