BCB-
4 User’s Manual
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Optilab, LLC
600 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: (602) 343-1496, Fax: (602) 343-1489, Email: [email protected]
1. General Information
1.1 Introduction
This manual contains information on the installation and operation of the BCB-4
bias controller board module unit.
1.2 Product Overview
The Optilab BCB-4 is a compact bias control board designed to maintain the
linear operating point of optical intensity modulators. Featuring a compact
miniature design for OEM integration, the BCB-4 allows for a stable Q+, Q-,
Min, and Max operation over long periods of time. The BCB-4 also features a
manual bias mode with a stable setting range of -11 to +11V DC. With a
single +5V DC power and RS-485 multi-addressing control and monitor
interface, the BCB-4 unit is the ideal choice for industrial and OEM
applications when paired with any of Optilab’s wide variety of optical
modulators, contact Optilab for more information.
1.3 Features
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Q+, Q-, Min, Max, and manual bias setting modes
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5V DC power
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Compatible with all MZI optical modulators
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On-board photodiode for external optical tap (optional)
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RS-485 communication for easy control and monitoring
1.4 User Safety
1. The BCB-4 unit operates with optical modulator products that utilize invisible
light (IR). Avoid direct exposure to skin and eyes.
2. The user should never modify the PCB component; any attempt will void the
warranty and may result in electric shock and EMS attack to equipment in
the vicinity.
3. The user should avoid using any solvent or vaporizing chemical to clean the
components; it may result in damage to the surface and circuits.