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The HP 8169A Polarization Controller provides polarization synthesis relative to a built-in linear polarizer. The internal quarter-wave plate and half-wave plate are individually adjusted to create all possible states of polarization. Predeterministic algorithms within the HP 8169A enable the transition path from one state of polarization on the Poincare sphere to another to be specified along orthogonal great circles. These features are important because device response data can be correlated to specific states of polarization input to the test device. Specifications. Operating Wavelength Range: 1470 to 1570 nm. Overall Insertion Loss: < 1.5 dB (Option 020). Insertion Loss Variation (with adjustment/rotation): <= ± 0.03 dB (Option 020). Polarization Extinction Ratio: > 45 dB (1530 to 1560 nm), > 40 dB (1470 to 1570 nm. Polarization Adjustment Resolution: 0.18° (360° /2480 encoder positions). Angular Adjustment Accuracy: Minimum step size, ±0.09°; Greater than minimum step size, ±0.5°. Optical Port Return Loss: > 60 dB (Option 020). Options. Opt 020: Pigtailed Fiber Ports. Opt 021: Straight Contact Connector Output. Opt 022: Angled Contact Connector Output.
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