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Measuring optical switch port insertion loss, Introducing the iqs-9100 optical switch – EXFO IQS-9100 Optical Switch for IQS-500/600 User Manual

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Introducing the IQS-9100 Optical Switch

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IQS-9100

Typical Applications

Measuring Optical Switch Port Insertion Loss

The insertion loss (IL) of any switch port can be measured using a light
source, power meter, and the IQS-9100 Optical Switch.

To measure optical switch port insertion loss:
1.
Connect the light source output port to the power meter detector port

using two test jumpers linked with a bulkhead connector.

2. Store the power reading obtained as a reference value in the power

meter.

Light Source

IQS-2100

ACTIVE

Power Meter

IQS-1100

Bulkhead connector

Light source
output port

Power meter

detector port