Reconfigurable
VOA & Power Meter Switch Tray
VST
Reconfigurable
VOA & Power Meter Switch Tray
The Polatis VST family of products offers an ideal integration
of optical switching, attenuation and power monitoring in a
single, compact package. This class of switch is unique to
Polatis and delivers significant cost savings for a highly
versatile tool with a single, easy-to-use interface.
The Reconfigurable option provides user-definable input
and output ports, providing unprecedented flexibility for
applications with changing needs. Users can create any
matrix up to the total fiber count, such that a 16x16 could
be reconfigured to a 1x31.
Ideal for test environments, the VST provides physical-layer
connectivity for sharing of high value equipment and
automation of test sequences in design verification for
manufacturing systems. Its instrument-grade performance
ensures the maximum signal fidelity, with ultra-high stability
and repeatability. VST integrated power meters permit rapid
trouble-shooting across the entire test set without patching
in separate meters.
The unique VOA function permits easy control of preset
maximum power levels to protect sensitive downstream
equipment.
DirectLight
®
Technology
All Polatis products are based on the patented DirectLight
beam-steering technology, setting the benchmark for reliable,
high performance switching.
Polatis also offers Fixed port and Multimode optical switch
systems, as well as a range of optical switch modules and
standard backplane optical cards.
KEY FEATURES
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Integrated Variable Attenuation (VOA) option
Integrated Power Meter (OPM) option
Instrumentation grade performance
Ultra-low insertion loss
High repeatability
Low polarization dependent loss
High power handling
Dark fiber switching
Bi-directional operation
Protocol and bit rate independent
Ethernet, RS232 and GPIB options
Standard protocols: SCPI, TL1
APPLICATIONS
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Automated component test
Automated manufacturing test
Network span emulation
Systems verification testing
Centralized optical equipment sharing
Centralized PON/FTTH test capability
ROADM
High performance optical switch solutions
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Fiber Count Designator
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Packaging Information
Fiber Count
Connector
Tray
Dimensions
Power
Dissipation
Insertion Loss @ 1550nm
1
Polarization Dependent Loss
@ 0 dB attenuation
Crosstalk
Operating Wavelength Range
5
Wavelength Dependent Loss
Repeatability
Return Loss
2
Switching Time
Maximum Optical Power
Switch Lifetime
Operating Temp (Normal)
Operating Temp (Extended)
Storage Temp (Normal)
Storage Temp (Extended)
Qualification (Normal)
Qualification (Extended)
3
<1.7dB
<0.15dB
<-60dB
1260-1625nm
<0.3dB (C+L band)
±0.05dB
>55dB
<17ms
+24dBm
10
8
cycles
+10° to +40°C, <85% RH non-condensing
- 5° to +55°C, <90% RH non-condensing
-40° to +70°C, <40% RH non-condensing
-40° to +70°C, <95% RH non-condensing
Designed to meet EN60950
Designed to meet Telcordia GR63
EN60950
VOA Performance
8-32
8-16
17-32
LC or MU
FC, SC or ST
FC, SC or ST
19” rack mount
1 rack unit high
19” rack mount
2 rack units high
30W
Ordering Information
The part numbering scheme for Polatis products is as
follows:
VST -
x CC -
1-
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Polarization Dependent Loss
@ 20dB attenuation
VOA Dynamic Range
4
VOA Resolution
OPM Performance
Operating Wavelength Range
5
OPM Dynamic Range
4
OPM Accuracy
<0.6dB
-30 to+24dBm
0.1dB
1290-1330nm + 1450-1625nm
-30 to +24dBm
+/-0.25dB
All parameters are measured excluding connectors at 1550nm and 20°C with an unpolarized
source after thermal equalization unless stated.
1. Measured using a 3 patch-cord method as defined in TIA/EIA-526-14A
2. With APC connectors return loss >70dB without connectors
3. Switch will operate on dark fiber
4. Dynamic range for extended temperature is –20 to +24dBm
5. Calibrated range for optical power monitors; switch operable over 1260-1625nm
Partially populated VOA & OPM options also available. Call for details.
The performance characteristics of the switch trays
vary according to the fiber count and the selected
VOA and OPM options.
Fiber
Count
CC
Fibers
8-32 Reconfigurable
Fibers
CC = Reconfigurable
Connector
L = LC
F = FC
C = SC
T = ST
U = MU
Polish
U = UPC
A = APC
Fiber
1 = Single mode 9/125µm
Interface
E = Ethernet & RS232
M = Ethernet (Multisession) & RS232
G = GPIB, Ethernet & RS232
Protocol
S = SCPI
T = TL1
Power
B = Battery (48V)
Mains connector type
A = North America/Japan
E = Continental Europe
U = UK
C = China/Australia
Environmental
N = Normal
E = Extended
Customization
S = Standard
V = Non-standard Variant
Switch Configuration
-100 = Output power monitors with absolute VOA
-300 = Output power monitors
-400 = Input power monitors
For information regarding any other configurations, please contact our sales team.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Visit our website: www.jdsu.com
E-mail us: sales@jdsu.com
Phone us:
North American Sales: 1 866 228 3762
Latin American Sales: +55 11 5503 3800
Asia Pacific Sales: +852 2892 0990
EMEA Sales: +49 7121 86 2222
PROD-414-02-0-S JULY 2006
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provided for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
Polatis Inc. assumes no liability for actions taken based on information contained herein.
