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7. Using the OSICS BKR Module
This section explains how to operate the OSICS BKR via the BKR
Unit Setup
menu. For
more details on how to install and initialize the module into the OSICS Mainframe, see
Installing and Connecting the OSICS Multifunction Platform, p. 21
.
7.1
OSICS BKR Presentation
The OSICS BKR module is an optical variable reflector that generates known values of
reflectance and operates throughout a large wavelength range.
Figure 29: OSICS BKR Principle
7.1.1
OSICS BKR Technical Specifications
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OSICS BKR
Wavelength Range
1250–1650 nm on SMF
1240–1520 nm on PMF
Reflectance Range
Calibrated Range
Up to 40 dB at 1310 and 1550 nm
Reflectance Accuracy (typ.)
*1
*1: Inside calibrated range and up to 35 dB.
Insertion Loss
Reflection Setting Resolution
*2
*2: From 1 to 10 dB; 0.1 dB for 10 to 40 dB.
Polarization Dependent Loss
Speed
Maximum Input Power
Optical Connectors
All specifications are tested at 23°C +/- 2°C; optical connector included.