Opnext introduces a C-band tunable 10Gbps optical transceiver module

Fiber Optics Weekly Update, Sept 3, 2004

As a DWDM transmission system for a metro and long-haul broadband network, Opnext Inc. has developed a 10Gbps optical transceiver module that is capable of tuning every 0.4nm in the 32nm C-band range (from 1,530 to 1,562nm). The system is in response to the growing market needs for tunable optical transceivers that are capable of tuning with a required wavelength spacing of 50GHz.

This module provides an MSA-compliant monitor and alarm function and attains low jitter and suitable wavelength accuracy for multiple wavelengths. In addition, a newly developed APD (avalanche photo diode) enables it to have higher sensitivity, and the optimized control circuit keeps the power consumption down.

For further information, go to www.opnext.com