Transmitter Solutions
OMFT – Reference IQ Transmitter
The Optical Multi-Format Transmitter (OMFT) is a fully integrated optical frontend instrument designed to convert electrical RF signals into Dual Polarization IQ modulated optical signals. It serves well as a standard transmitter for receiver characterization or reference transmitter setups. Our in-house developed automated BIAS control is completely RF-amplitude and modulation format independent, allowing users to apply customized RF input signals without manual tweaking. This feature guarantees operation at the optimal operating point, ensuring stable performance over time and seamless switching between different modulation schemes.
Key features
- Bandwidth up to 60 GHz, supporting baud rates beyond 120 GBaud
- Unparalleled signal fidelity due to a zero-noise feature, high repeatability and dependability of optical signal quality
- Seamless integration with Keysight AWGs
- Integrated high fidelity narrow linewidth tunable laser source (25 kHz linewidth)
Typical Applications
- Research in advanced optical modulation formats (M-QAM, DP-QPSK, OFDM, etc.)
- Multi-channel transmission experiments for system design testing and optimization (optical communication, quantum key distribution, LiDAR, defense, etc.)
- Golden reference transmitter
- Coherent optical receiver testing and characterization
Block Diagram
Reference test results
Video
Experience the OMFT in action. This demo explores its key features and showcases its live performance, demonstrating its superior capabilities.
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