Agilent Technologies 8156A Manuale Utente
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Performance Tests
V. Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL): Optional
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Instead of a standard HP 81521B+ Depolarizing Filter Agilent
81000DF, an HP 81521B #001 can also be used, as this option is
especially designed for low PDL.
especially designed for low PDL.
Polarization Dependant Loss Test (Mueller method)
1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure D-13
a. Make sure that the connectors, lenses and detector windows
are clean. Refer to the cleaning procedure.
b. Ensure that the instruments have warmed up.
Figure D-13
PDL Test Setup 1: Reference Measurement
2. Using the setup of Figure D-13:
Use a tape to fix the patchcords on the table.