OSA WAVEANALYZER

Coherent WaveAnalyzer 1500S OSA

Features: • Ultra-high resolution (180 MHz) and high-sensitivity with fast update rate (10 times/s); • Real time measurement, automatic measurement range adjustment; • Instrument versions for C-band and for L-band available; • Update rate: 4 Hz for full C- or L-band scan; 10 Hz for scan across any 200 GHz window; • Spurious-free dynamic range > 50 dB; • External trigger; • Internal web server

Description

WaveAnalyzer 1500S

High Resolution Optical Spectrum Analyzer OSA

The WaveAnalyzer 1500S Optical Spectrum Analyzer is a real-time,

very-high-resolution optical spectrum analyzer for R&D and production

test applications. Based on Coherent’s fast-stepping solid-state laser, the

WA 1500S uses coherent detection techniques to achieve an outstanding

combination of resolution, dynamic range and measurement speed. Instrument

versions are available for C- and L-bands.

This next-generation Optical Spectrum Analyzer provides spectral

measurements with sub-pm resolution at an update rate of 4 measurements

per second across the entire C- or L-band. Scanning across smaller

spectral regions is even faster, with update rates of over 10 measurements

per second across any 200 GHz window, enabling interactive adjustment of

optical components and systems.

WaveAnalyzer is a high-resolution, high-sensitivity spectral analysis tool, ideally suited for spectral measurements and optical characterization of silicon photonic devices in the C/L bands.

The WaveAnalyzer’s coherent receiver provides polarization resolved data

of the signal while its two input ports, for different power levels, ensures

coverage of a large range of optical input signals. Low power single

channel signals can be analyzed as accurately as high power WDM signals.

The WA 1500S is very compact and rugged, as it contains no moving parts.

It is controlled using a USB or Ethernet connection to a Windows-based

computer which runs Coherent’s WaveAnalyzer software package.

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The WA 1500S supports spectral measurement applications in various domains, including communications and pulsed

lasers, as shown in the examples below.

Specifications

Applications

• High-resolution spectral analysis on optical components

• OSNR measurements

• Modulation analysis on optical signals

• Modulator test

• Modulator bias and polarization adjustments

• Transceiver test

• Side-mode Suppression Ratio (SMSR) measurements

• Network monitoring

• General purpose spectral analysis in optical labs

For High-Speed Optical Communication and Laser Applications.

A coherent optical spectrum analyzer featuring ultra-high resolution, fast scanning, and multi-functional analysis, specifically designed for high-speed optical communication and laser applications.

Ultra-high spectral resolution, capable of precisely revealing modulation details and spectral structures
Frequency resolution up to ~1.2 pm / 150 MHz, significantly superior to conventional grating-based OSAs.
Fully resolves spectral broadening and sideband structures generated by high-speed modulation (>10 Gbit/s).
Coherent scanning architecture: no moving parts, ensuring fast and stable operation
Uses tunable local light source + coherent detection technology.
Supports full-band C-band / L-band measurements, with scanning speeds up to 10 times per second.
Built-in Intelligent Analysis Tools
Wave Meter: Measures over 200 frequency peaks with ±500 MHz accuracy.
OSNR Analysis (3-point / 6-point): Real-time optical signal-to-noise ratio display.
SMSR (Side Mode Suppression Ratio): Automatically identifies main mode and strongest side mode power.
Polarization Analysis: Separately displays X and Y polarization spectral components.
WA1500S is a next-generation optical spectrum analyzer that integrates high resolution, rapid scanning, and intelligent analysis, making it ideal for the measurement and optimization of advanced applications such as high-speed optical communication components, laser modules, DWDM systems, and frequency combs.