epIQ-BERT – Bit Error Rate Tester
Coherent Solutions’ epIQ-BERT is a 4-channel Bit Error Rate Tester for the design, characterization and production of optical transceivers and opto-electrical components at data rates up to 29 Gbps.
With 4-channels and exceptional signal fidelity, epIQ-BERT is a cost-effective solution for 100 Gbps test systems.
Spec Sheet: CS_epIQ-BERT_Spec_Sheet_v1.0.6
- Description
- Additional information
- Specifications
Description
epIQ-BERT – Bit Error Rate Tester
Coherent Solutions epIQ-BERT is a 4-channel BER Tester for the design, characterization and production of optical transceivers and opto-electrical components at data rates up to 29Gb/s.
With 4-channels and exceptional signal fidelity, epIQ-BERT is a cost- effective solution for 100Gb/s test systems.
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4-channel pattern generator and error detector
4-channel simultaneous testing in a compact, cost-effective form factor. Built-in clock recovery 4-channel simultaneous testing in a Integrated CDR makes the epIQ-BERT a versatile and easy-to-use instrument. No need for additional clock recovery hardware. Simple control with intuitive GUI Save time and reduce complexity with epIQ-BERT’s easy-to-use GUI. Control all channels and functions from its single panel interface. |
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Internal clock synthesizer
An integrated clock synthesizer for additional convenience and hassle-free operation.
Programmable de-emphasis processor Programmable de-emphasis allows you to accurately reproduce the original input signal.
Simple USB operation Connect to epIQ-BERT with USB for simple setup and operation. |
Applications
- 100GBASE-ER4, -LR4, -SR4: 4 x 25.781 Gbps
- CEI-28G-VSR: 25 Gbps to 28 Gbps
- Multi-channel BER Tester for 4 x 25 Gbps
- Active optical cable testing
- CFP-2/CFP-4 optical modules
- High speed SerDes characterization
Product Warranty
This product comes with a standard 1 year warranty. Optional 3 or 5 year extended warranties are also available.
Additional information
| Weight | 2 kg |
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| Dimensions | 44.3 × 22 × 30 cm |
| General Specifications | epIQ-BERT |
| PC connections | USB |
| DC power | 12 V |
| AC/DC power supply included | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Dimensions H x W x D | 44.3 x 220 x 300 mm | 1.8 x 8.7 x 11.8 inch |
| Weight | ~2kg | ~4.4 lbs |
| Operating temperature range | 5oC to 45oC | 41oF to 113oF |
| Storage temperature range | -40oC to 70oC | -40oF to 158oF |
| PPG Output | |
| Number of channels | 4 |
| RF output | Differential |
| RF connector | 2.92 mm breakout cable |
| Impedance (ohms) | 100 between differential |
| Data coding | NRZ |
| Data rate (Gbps) | 1 to 29 |
| PRBS patterns | 2n-1, n= 9, 15 or 31 |
| Output amplitude (mV differential) | Adjustable 200 to 1100 |
| Rise/fall time (20% to 80%) | <15 ps |
| Intrinsic jitter | <850 fs RMS (typical) |
| Crossing point adjustment | 35%-65% |
| Programmable de-emphasis | 2 Pre Taps, 1 Post Tap |
| Polarity inversion | Yes |
| Error Detector | |
| Number of channels | 4 |
| RF input | AC coupled differential |
| Impedance (ohms) | 100 between differential |
| Data rate (Gbps) | 12.3 to 14.5 and 24.6 to 29 |
| PRBS patterns | 2n-1, n=9, 15 or 31 |
| Sensitivity (mv) | 25 |
| Max input (mv) | 1200 |
| Clock source | Independent CDR on each input channel |
| Polarity inversion | Yes |
| Clock Output | |
| RF output | Single ended SMA |
| Impedance (ohms) | 50 |
| Half rate clock | 1 to 15 GHz |
| Intrinsic jiter | < 350 fs RMS (typical) |
| Output amplitude | 200 to 500 |
| Divided Clock Output | |
| RF output | Single ended SMA |
| Impedance (ohms) | 50 |
| Frequency | 500 MHz to 8 GHz |
| Intrinsic jitter | < 350 fs RMS (typical) |
| Output amplitude | 500 (typical) |
| Selectable clock divider | Divide by n with n = 2,4,8, 16 |
| Clock and Data Recovery | |
| Data rate (Gbps) | 12.3 to 14.5 and 24.6 to 29 |
| Loop bandwidth | FC/1667 default tunable 1-15 MHz |
| External trigger | Yes |
SPECS AS AT FEBRUARY 2019
