Agilent Technologies 11896A, User'S And Service Manual

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Installation and Preparation for Use
Return loss Return loss can be tested using a number of dierent test equipment
congurations . Some of these are:
an Agilent 8703 lightwave component analyzer
an Agilent 8702 analyzer with the appropriate source , receiver and
lightwave coupler
an Agilent 8504 precision reectometer
an Agilent 8153 lightwave multimeter with an Agilent 81543 return loss
module
Many other possibilities exist. The basic requirements are an appropriate
lightwave source , a compatible lightwave receiver , and a compatible
lightwave coupler .
Refer to the manuals provided with your lightwave test equipment for
information on how to perform a return loss test.
As mentioned earlier in this handbook, typical return loss is better than 20
to 30 dB , and can be better than 40 dB . F or actual specications on your
particular cable or accessory , refer to the manufacturer .
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