The Optilab LMD-CL-12-R is a high performance analog lightwave transmitter designed for broad bandwidth RF over Fiber (RFoF) applications, up to 7 GHz and beyond. Utilizing an external laser input (DFB, tunable laser, fiber laser, etc. ), this optical seed couples directly into a 7 GHz optical modulator, with a broadband 7 GHz RF driver to maximize the RF link gain performance. Paired with one of Optilab’s high speed photoreceivers, RFoF optical links can be established seamlessly into existing electrical RF networks. The LMD-CL-12-R incorporates a built-in Automatic Bias Control board which allows for stable long-term operation, with up to 4 bias operating modes and adjustable RF gain through the front panel interface and LabVIEW software.

Features
➤ 7 GHz analog 3 dB bandwidth
➤ 15 Gb/s digital transmission
➤ Integrated modulator driver
➤ 1525 nm to 1610 nm wavelength range
1310 nm (S band) available
➤ Auto bias mode for analog, NRZ, RZ, BPSK
➤ Accepts external laser via PM input
➤ Customizable options:
• PM output fiber
• High Extinction ratio
• Low Drive modulator, for RZ, pulse generation

Applications
➤ Analog photonics link
➤ 7 GHz RFoF transmission
➤ Optical communications to 15 Gb/s
➤ RF/IF signal distribution
➤ Satellite communication
➤ Active mode lock (PM version)
➤ Picosecond pulse generation

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