Abstract
This paper reviews performance of hybrid and monolithically integrated WDM transmitter arrays based on directly modulated 2.5Gbps lasers, with a focus on the wavelength accuracy and stability under normal operating conditions. We also consider power stability, chromatic dispersion penalties, and the channel cross-talk. Large numbers of four-wavelength devices were obtained and evaluated under a program designed to provide university-based system researchers with advanced WDM components We show that multi-wavelength laser arrays capable of high-performance out-of-the-box operation can be now produced for research-type WDM systems.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 102930B |
Pages (from-to) | 246-258 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering |
Volume | 10293 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 26 1999 |
Event | Wavelength Division Multiplexing: A Critical Review 1999 - San Jose, United States Duration: Jan 23 1999 → Jan 29 1999 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Computer Science Applications
- Applied Mathematics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering