Gain Control and Telemetry
AssemblyServo loop that adjusts pump laser current based on output power feedback, maintaining flat gain across signal level variations. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Gain Control and Telemetry
5 top-level lines as of r53212| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16-Bit ADC | edfa-optical-amplifier-adc-chip | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 2 | 12-Bit DAC | edfa-optical-amplifier-dac-chip | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 3 | Control Microcontroller | edfa-optical-amplifier-microcontroller | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 4 | External Monitor Interface | edfa-optical-amplifier-optical-monitor | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 5 | Connector | connector | 1× | 1 | · | part |