Getting Started with Attenuator Modules
This chapter describes the:
• Agilent 81570A, 81571A VOA modules,
• Agilent 81578A Multimode VOA and the
• Agilent 81576A and 81577A VOA modules with power control
CAUTION
Optical power levels above 100 mW applied to single mode connectors can easily damage
the connector if it is not perfectly clean. Also, scratched or poorly cleaned connectors can
destroy optical connectors mechanically. Always make sure that your optical connectors are
properly cleaned and unscratched before connection. Refer to chapter "Cleaning
Information" on page 77 on appropriate procedures for connector cleaning and inspection.
However, Agilent Technologies Deutschland GmbH assumes no responsibility in case of an
operation that is not compliance with the safety instructions as stated above.
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Agilent 81570A, 71A, 76A, 77A & 78A Variable Optical Attenuators, Eigth Edition