12-GHz Photoreceivers
Troubleshooting • 11
Troubleshooting
Testing the Photodiode
The photodiode can be damaged by electrostatic
discharge or excessive optical power, which can lead to
an increased dark (or
offset
) voltage. A damaged
photodiode can result in a degraded responsivity and
frequency/impulse response. See “Checking the DC-
Offset Voltage,” below.
Other problems, such as a damaged amplifier, are
more difficult to diagnose. If the response from your
receiver is lower than you expect, contact New Focus
to arrange for a repair (see “Customer Service” on
page 13).
Checking the DC-Offset Voltage
1.
With no light on the photodetector, turn the
detector on.
2.
Use a voltmeter to measure the Bias Monitor
output voltage. This voltage is the DC offset plus
dark current.
3.
If the output is >5 mV, then the detector is
probably damaged and will need to be returned to
New Focus.
If the output is <5 mV, then perform the Basic
Optical Test described below.
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