Agilent 8703A Lightwave Component Analyzer
Agilent 8703A
Lightwave
Component Analyzer
Configuration Guide
1300 nm or 1550 nm
130 MHz to 20 GHz modulation bandwidth
The Agilent 8703A is part of
Example Configuration:
the Agilent family of lightwave
Index
component analyzer solutions. The
Number Model Number and Description
Qty
example configuration will help
you consider your important
1.1
Agilent 8703A Lightwave Component Analyzer
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options and record your selections.
1.2
Option 01X Connector
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The Index Numbers in this exam-
1.3
Option 100 Adds External Lightwave Source Input
1
ple refer to appropriate model
number descriptions inside this
1.4
Option 210 1550 nm DFB Laser
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ordering guide.
1.5
Option 300 Adds One Lightwave Receiver
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Additional application information
1.6
Option 830 Adds Agilent 85052D Microwave Cal Kit and
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and performance specifications
Agilent 85131E Microwave Test Port Cable
can be found in the technical data
sheet (Agilent literature no. 5952-
1754E) and Application Note 1550-6
High-speed lightwave component
analysis (Agilent literature no.
5091-6478E).
An Agilent 8703A with Option
HP 9122C Disc Drive
GPIB
01X, Option 220, and Option 830
Printer or Plotter
is a complete configuration for a
8703A
basic 1300 nm DFB system. It
Lightwave
provides both lightwave and
Component
microwave measurements.
Analyzer
85131E
Microwave
Test Port Cable
Another configuration is shown in
the example and offers 1550 nm
83425A
Lightwave
distributed feedback (DFB) source
CW Source
capability with an external lightwave
85052D Microwave
source input for DWDM applications.
Calibration Kit
DUT
Modify or delete the following
line items as necessary. Your per-
sonal configuration will appear on
this page when you are finished.
Lightwave Measurement
Instrument and Accessories
1.1
Standard Agilent 8703A configuration
This includes one lightwave receiver (receives both 1300 nm and 1550 nm lightwave signals), one lightwave
directional coupler, an HP 9122C disk drive, and three 40 cm fiber optic cables. These cables provide for con-
nections during measurement calibration and attachment to measurement devices. A connector option (section
1.2) must be specified. One laser option (section 1.4) must be specified. Lightwave and microwave test port
cables (sections 2.1 and 5.0 to 7.0) with the proper connector type are ordered separately. Also includes
Agilent N1031A BenchLink Lightwave software (section 10.5).
u Agilent 8703A Lightwave Component Analyzer
1.2
Lightwave test port connector options
Must select one option to equip both the Agilent 8703A and the supplied 40 cm fiber optic cables with this
connector type.
u Option 011 HMS-10 Connector
u Option 012 FC/PC Connector
u Option 013 DIN 47256 Connector
u Option 014 ST Connector
u Option 015 Biconic Connector
u Option 017 SC Connector
1.3
External lightwave source input option1
With this option an external lightwave source can be switched in to substitute for the internal lightwave source.
Wavelength of external source is restricted to 1530 to 1570 nm for Option 210 configuration and 1290 to 1330
nm for Option 220 configuration.
u Option 100 Adds External Lightwave Source Input
1.4
Distributed feedback laser (DFB) source options
Only one option from this category can be selected.
u Option 210 1550 nm DFB Laser
u Option 220 1300 nm DFB Laser
1.5
Lightwave receiver option1
With two lightwave receivers, simultaneous transmission and reflection tests can be done or two devices can be
tested at the same time.
u Option 300 Adds One Lightwave Receiver 1300 nm and 1500 nm
1.6
Accessory and service options
u Option 830 Adds Agilent 85052D Microwave Calibration Kit and Agilent 85131E Microwave Test Port Cables
(see section 5.0 to 7.0)
u Option 908 Rackmount Kit
u Option 910 Extra Operating and Service Manual
1 External lightwave source input or additional lightwave receiver capability can be added later to an existing Agilent 8703A. 8703As may need
to be returned to the factory for some of these upgrades. Upgrade cost will be greater than the price of the associated option. Contact the
nearest Agilent service center for upgrade price and delivery information.
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Fiber Optic Cables
2.1
Fiber optic test port cables
u 81101AC Diamond HMS-10 Fiber Cable, 9/125 µm, 2 meter
u 11871A PC Fiber Cable, 9/125 µm, 1 meter
u 11871B ST Fiber Cable, SMF, 9/125 µm, 1 meter
u 11871C Biconic Fiber Cable, SMF, 9/125 µm, 1 meter
Lightwave Connector Adapters
4.1
Connector adapters
The lightwave connector options equip the Agilent 8703A with a uniform front panel connector type. However if
different connector types are also desired then the following connector adapters can be used. Change a front
panel connector type by removing an existing connector type and attaching the desired connector adapter
(listed below). Five to seven are required to change the entire front panel depending on the configuration.
Fiber optic cables in the new connector type will also be required.
u 81000AI HMS-10 Connector Adapter
(Agilent part number 08154-61701)
u 81000FI FC/PC Connector Adapter
(Agilent part number 08154-61702)
u 81000SI DIN 47256 Connector Adapter
(Agilent part number 08154-61703)
u 81000VI ST Connector Adapter (Agilent part number 08154-61704)
u 81000WI Biconic Connector Adapter (Agilent part number 08154-61705)
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Microwave
Measurement Accessories
For Devices with 3.5 mm Connectors
5.1
Calibration and verification kits
u 85052B 3.5 mm Calibration Kit
(Contains open and short circuits, fixed lowband and sliding loads, 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm adapters, and 3.5 mm
connector tools and gages)
u 85052D 3.5 mm Economy Calibration Kit
(Contains open and short circuits, fixed precision broadband loads, 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm adapters, and 3.5 mm
tools. (Refer to 8703A/Opt. 830, section 1.6.)
u 85053B 3.5 mm Verification Kit
(Contains precision airline, mismatched airline, 20 dB and 40 dB attenuators with NIST traceable data and
uncertainties)
5.2
Test port return cables
The “C” and “E” cables below are for measurements where one end of the device under test is connected
directly to the analyzer. These cables have a special 3.5 mm connector on one end for connection to the analyzer
and a precision 3.5 mm (female) connector on the other end for connection to the device.
u 85131C 3.5 mm Test Port Return Cable (Standard)
u 85131E 3.5 mm Test Port Return Cable (Flexible)
(Refer to 8703A/Option 830, section 1.6)
The “D” and “F” cables below are for measurements where the device under test is connected between the
cable ends. Each cable has a special 3.5 mm connector on one end for connection to the analyzer, and a precision
3.5 mm connector on the other end (1 male and 1 female) for connection to the device.
u 85131D 3.5 mm Test Port Return Cable Set (Standard)
u 85131F 3.5 mm Test Port Return Cable Set (Flexible)
5.3
Special adapter set
This adapter set functions as a “test port saver” in applications where 3.5 mm devices are measured in high volume.
Wear and potential damage to the analyzer’s test ports are minimized.
u 85130D Special Adapter Set
For Devices with 7 mm Connectors
6.1
Calibration and verification kits
u 85050B 7 mm Calibration Kit
(Contains open and short circuits, fixed lowband and sliding loads, 7 mm tools and connector gage)
u 85050D 7 mm Economy Calibration Kit
(Contains an open circuit, short circuit and fixed precision broadband load. 7 mm torque wrench is included)
u 85051B 7 mm Verification Kit
(Contains beadless airline, mismatched airline, 20 dB and 50 dB attenuators with NIST traceable data and
uncertainties)
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6.2
Test port return cables
The “C” and “E” cables below are for measurements where one end of the device under test is connected
directly to the analyzer’s test ports. (See Agilent 85130B below). These cables have a special 3.5 mm connector
on one end for direct connection to the analyzer, and a 7 mm connector on the other end for connection to the
device.
u 85132C 7 mm Test Port Return Cable (Standard)
u 85132E 7 mm Test Port Return Cable (Flexible)
The “D” and “F” cables below are for measurements where the device under test is connected between the cable
ends. Each cable has a special 3.5 mm connector for direct connection to the analyzer, and a 7 mm connector on
the other end for connection to the device.
u 85132D 7 mm Test Port Return Cable Set (Standard)
u 85132F 7 mm Test Port Return Cable Set (Flexible)
6.3
Special adapter set
This adapter set functions as a 3.5 mm to 7 mm adapter in applications where 7 mm devices are to be connected
directly to the analyzer. Recommended when using Agilent 85132C/E single cables.
u 85130B Special Adapter Set
For Devices with Type-N Connectors
7.1
Calibration and verification kits
u 85054B Type-N Calibration Kit
(Contains open and short circuits, fixed lowband and sliding loads, 7 mm to type-N adapters, type-N to type-
N adapters, and type-N connector tools and gages)
u 85054D Type-N Economy Calibration Kit
(Contains open and short circuits, fixed precision broadband loads, 7 mm to type-N adaptors, type-N to type-
N adaptors, and type-N connector tools)
u 85055A Type-N Verification Kit
(Contains precision airline, mismatched airline, 20 dB and 50 dB attenuators with NIST traceable data and
uncertainties)
7.2
Test port return cables
Use the test port return cables recommended for measurements on devices with 7 mm connectors (Agilent 85132C/D/E/F),
with 7 mm to type-N adapters from the Agilent 85054B/D type-N Calibration Kit. If the Agilent 85132C/E single
cables are used, the Agilent 85130C adapter set is also recommended.
7.3
Special adapter set
This adapter set functions as a 3.5 mm to type-N adapter in applications where type-N devices are to be connected
directly to the analyzer’s test ports.
u 85130C Special Adapter Set
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General System
Equipment and Accessories
No external computer is required for copying the analyzer’s screen to a plotter or a printer; or storing measurement
data, instrument data, and calibration sets to a disk drive (CS80 format drives only).
Peripherals
8.2
Printers
Compatible with most HP Printers configured with GPIB interface. Consult your local Agilent office for more details.
8.3
Disk drives
Measurement data, instrument states, and calibration sets may be stored directly to an external disk without
the aid of a computer. Compatible only with the CS80 format drives.
An HP 9122C 3.5 in. Dual Disk Drive is included with the standard Agilent 8703A.
Rack Configuration
9.1
System rack
This system rack is 123.7 cm (48.7 in.) high x 60 cm ( 23.6 in.) wide x 80 cm (31.5 in.) deep. It is supplied with
an anti-static mat, support rails, rack mounting kits, power distribution, and two Agilent 10833A GPIB cables for
connecting system peripherals to the analyzer.
u Agilent 85043D System Rack
Automatic Test Systems
10.1
Computers
An external controller is not necessary for automatic and calibrated Agilent 8703A operation. However, the 8703A
can become part of a large automatic test system when a computer is used. Most computers configured with
GPIB and software drivers are compatible.
10.2
Mass storage
Compatible with CS80 format drives.
An HP 9122C 3.5 in. Dual Disk Drive is included with the standard Agilent 8703A.
10.4
GPIB cables
Choose one of the following cables for each peripheral:
u 10833A 1 m (3.3 ft.) GPIB Cable
u 10833B 2.0 m (6.6 ft.) GPIB Cable
u 10833C 4.0 m (13.3 ft.) GPIB Cable
u 10833D 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) GPIB Cable
10.5
Software
The Agilent N1031A BenchLink Lightwave software is included with the standard Agilent 8703A. This software
makes possible screen image capture, trace data capture and instrument state save and restore.
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BenchLink Lightwave is a 32-bit product that operates and is supported on the following platforms:
• Windows® 95
• Windows® 98
• Windows NT® 4.0
• Windows NT® 5.0
It does not work with Windows® 3.X or prior versions of Windows®. The following PC-to-instrument interfaces
are supported by the Agilent N1031A product on the indicated platforms:
Supported Interfaces
95
98
NT 4
NT 5
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