VIAVI MAP mEDFA-C1 MEDFA-C11LB L-Band Booster Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier Module

L-band booster erbium doped fiber amplifier module for the VIAVI MAP series, with gain and power control and a 1565 nm – 1610 nm operating range.

Operating Wavelength Range: 1565 nm – 1610 nm
Saturated Power: ≥ 20 dBm (-4 dBm input)
Noise Figure, Pin = 0 dBm: ≤ 5.7 dB
Noise Figure, Pin = -4 dBm: ≤ 5.5 dB

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI MEDFA-C11LB is the L-band booster variant of the Multiple Application Platform (MAP) Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier (mEDFA-C1) module family. The mEDFA-C1 is a third-generation amplifier design intended for systems-lab use and optical test and measurement applications. It is the L-band version of the booster amplifier, built for single-channel input signals, and includes gain and power control.

Functional description

The optics of the module consist of an erbium-doped fiber amplifier gain stage with supporting optical components. These are designed to achieve maximum output power at the bulkhead-mounted optical connector while maximizing input/output isolation. When the erbium atoms in the doped fiber are excited, the fiber amplifies the light signals passing through it.

Control and platform

The module belongs to the LightDirect module family, a subset of the MAP series, which is characterized by a simple control interface and single-function modules. The MAP series complies with LAN Extensions for Instrumentation (LXI) and provides IVI drivers for development environments such as LabVIEW, Visual C++, Visual Basic and LabWindows. Commands generally conform to SCPI. On the MAP-300, the module GUI can be reached through a web browser or remote VNC and allows control of the current-mode set point and the pump laser state. The mEDFA is compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis.

Key Features

L-band version of the mEDFA-C1 booster amplifier
Single-channel input
Gain and power control
Input and output power monitor
Standard saturated output power
FC/APC connectors
Compatible with all current MAP-300 and MAP-200 chassis
Controllable from the front panel or over the remote interface
SCPI-conforming commands with LXI compliance and IVI drivers

Specifications

Optical

Operating Wavelength Range	1565 nm – 1610 nm All optical measurements done after minimum 30 minutes warming up at constant temperature of 23±3°C
Saturated Power	≥ 20 dBm (-4 dBm input) Measured with input signal at 1590nm for L-band
Noise Figure, Pin = 0 dBm	≤ 5.7 dB Measured at wavelength of 1590nm for L-band
Noise Figure, Pin = -4 dBm	≤ 5.5 dB Measured at wavelength of 1590nm for L-band
Noise Figure, Pin = -20 dBm	≤ 5.2 dB Measured at wavelength of 1590nm for L-band
Gain, Pin = 0 dBm	≥ 20 dB Measured at wavelength of 1590nm for L-band
Gain, Pin = -4 dBm	≥ 23 dB Measured at wavelength of 1590nm for L-band
Gain, Pin = -20 dBm	≥ 28 dB Measured at wavelength of 1590nm for L-band
Input Output Power Monitor	Yes
PDL/PDG	≤ 0.2dB Measured with input power of 0dBm at 1590nm for L-band
Laser Safety Class	1M Classified as per standard IEC60825-1:2014 with the maximum input power +4dBm

Configuration

Amplifier per Module	1
Input Type	Single Channel
Band	L
Gain and Power Control	Yes
Saturated Output Power	Standard

General

Connector Type	FC/APC
Operating Temperature	0 - 40°C
Operating Humidity	Maximum 95% RH, 0 to 40°C noncondensing
Storage Temperature	-30 to 60°C
Dimensions (W x H x D)	4.06 cm x 13.26 cm x 37.03 cm
Weight	2.3 kg

Compliance

Compliance	Complies to CE, CSA/UL/IEC61010-1, LXI Class C requirements, meets the requirements of Class 3B in standard IEC 60825-1 (2014), and complies with 21 CFR 1040.1 except deviations per Laser Notice No. 50, July 2001 When installed in a MAP chassis

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

Amplification of sensitive signals in automated test systems
Power saturation recovery testing
OSNR noise loading
Single channel tunable signal applications
Amplifier emulation
Network compliance tests

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
MEDFA-C11LB-M100-MFA	Standard power, Extended L-band amplifier, Single channel auto power and monitoring option with FC/APC connectors
AC500	FC/PC-FC/PC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
AC501	FC/PC-SC/PC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
AC502	FC/APC-FC/APC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
AC503	FC/APC-SC/APC Universal Connector Adapter — Replacement mating sleeve
CleanBlast	CleanBlast fiber end-face cleaning system — Optional inspection and cleaning tool for removing dirt and debris from connectors; available in benchtop and portable versions.
FiberChek	FiberChek probe microscope — Optional one-button, fully autonomous handheld fiber inspection probe.
P5000i	P5000i fiber microscope — Optional automated fiber inspection and analysis probe with PASS/FAIL capability for PCs, laptops, mobile devices and VIAVI test solutions.