VIAVI SCG Series Programmable Fibre Switches

The JDSU SCG series of Rackmount Programmable Switches can be controlled using the front panel keys and a numeric pad or via GPIB and serial RS-232 interface. The SCG series ganged input switches allow a single switch instrument to replace multiple switch elements while maintaining low loss. In this series of switches, the inputs are ganged together in a particular sequence and are thus able to offer three different modes of operation.

Operation of these switches is based upon JDSU's proven expanded beam lens technology, which utilizes a precision stepper-motor to align optical channels. The use of collimating lenses minimizes insertion loss (IL) and improves repeatability and performance. Internal temperature control of the switching mechanism ensures excellent operational stability.

Both single-mode (SM) and multimode (MM) versions of the SCG series switches are available. The series features the high level of performance required for multi-unit testing in R&D and in manufacturing environments. The SCG switches are highly suited for applications in telecommunications, manufacturing, and test environments.

Safety Information

• Complies to CE requirements plus UL3101-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.1010.1

Applications

• Fiberoptic component testing and measurement
• System testing
• Research and development (R&D)
• Mass reconfiguration of large numbers of inputs/outputs with SCG series (D configuration)
• Connection of multiple wavelength sources to any one of a number of devices with SCG series (F configuration)
• Network monitoring

Key Features