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- Brand
- EXFO
- Model
- OSA20
- Category
- Other Electronics
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- Last added
- 2023-10-18
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EXFO OSA20 Optical Fiber Amplifier Mode Quick Reference Guide
The document provides step-by-step instructions for launching the Optical Fiber Amplifier (OFA) mode on the EXFO OSA20. It details the process of defining scan settings and analysis parameters, such as sensitivity and filtering width, before running a test.
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the primary function of the OSA20 in OFA mode?
The OSA20 analyzes optical amplifiers to measure key parameters such as gain, OSNR, and noise.
From: EXFO OSA20 Optical Fiber Amplifier Mode Quick Reference Guide
What are the two steps required to analyze an optical amplifier?
First, acquire a reference trace of the non-amplified signal, then perform a second scan with the amplifier turned on.
From: EXFO OSA20 Optical Fiber Amplifier Mode Quick Reference Guide
What is the OSA20 used for?
The OSA20’s PCT mode tests passive components.
From: EXFO OSA20 Optical Spectrum Analyzer Passive Component Testing Mode Quick Reference Guide
What is required to measure a passive component using the OSA20?
A broadband source and the device under test (DUT) connected to the setup.
From: EXFO OSA20 Optical Spectrum Analyzer Passive Component Testing Mode Quick Reference Guide