Agilent 86101A Option H22 3 GHz Optical and 20 GHz Electrical O/E Plug-In Module

Agilent 86101A Option H22 3 GHz Optical and 20 GHz Electrical O/E Plug-In Module

The Agilent 86101A Option H22 O/E Plug-In Module is a dual-channel optical and electrical measurement module designed for compatible Agilent digital communications analyzer mainframes. It combines an optical-to-electrical measurement channel with a high-bandwidth electrical channel, allowing engineers and technicians to evaluate optical and electrical waveforms within a single modular test configuration.

Option H22 configures the Agilent 86101A with a 3 GHz optical bandwidth, a 20 GHz electrical bandwidth, a 750 nm to 860 nm multimode optical input, and a 3.5 mm electrical connector. The module also includes measurement filters for 1250 Mb/s and 2125 Mb/s data rates. This combination is suitable for high-speed datacom, optical component, receiver, transmitter, and communications-system analysis within the supported wavelength and bandwidth ranges.

Features and Benefits of the Agilent 86101A Option H22

The Agilent 86101A Option H22 provides practical measurement capability for laboratories, engineering departments, production facilities, and service organizations that work with high-speed optical and electrical signals.

• Combined optical and electrical channels: Supports optical-to-electrical waveform analysis and direct electrical signal measurement from one plug-in module.
• 3 GHz optical bandwidth: Provides optical measurement capability for compatible signals within the module’s supported 750 nm to 860 nm wavelength range.
• 20 GHz electrical bandwidth: Supports direct analysis of high-speed electrical waveforms through the 3.5 mm electrical input.
• Multimode optical input: Configured for multimode fiber applications across the supported optical wavelength range.
• 1250 Mb/s measurement filter: Provides an integrated filter for supported 1250 Mb/s communications measurements.
• 2125 Mb/s measurement filter: Provides an integrated filter for supported 2125 Mb/s signal-analysis workflows.
• Modular DCA operation: Installs in a compatible Agilent digital communications analyzer mainframe for integrated display, setup, calibration, and measurement control.
• Professional laboratory design: Suitable for engineering characterization, production testing, troubleshooting, and optical communications research.

Optical and Electrical Measurement Capability

The optical channel converts a compatible optical input into an electrical signal for waveform analysis by the digital communications analyzer. With a 3 GHz optical bandwidth and a 750 nm to 860 nm wavelength range, the Option H22 configuration is intended for multimode optical communications and component-testing applications that operate within this range.

The electrical channel provides a 20 GHz measurement path through a precision 3.5 mm connector. This allows the module to support direct electrical waveform measurements alongside optical measurements, reducing the need to exchange modules when comparing optical and electrical signal behavior within a compatible test environment.

The two integrated measurement filters support 1250 Mb/s and 2125 Mb/s data rates. These filters allow the measurement system to apply the appropriate filtered response for supported communications workflows. Users should select the required filter through the compatible mainframe’s channel controls and verify that the selected filter matches the signal and test procedure.

Typical Applications

The Agilent 86101A Option H22 O/E Plug-In Module is suitable for professional applications such as:

• High-speed optical waveform analysis
• Multimode optical transmitter evaluation
• Optical receiver and transceiver testing
• 750 nm to 860 nm optical communications measurements
• 1250 Mb/s filtered signal analysis
• 2125 Mb/s filtered signal analysis
• Electrical waveform measurement up to 20 GHz
• Optical-to-electrical signal comparison
• Datacom component characterization
• Laboratory, production, engineering, and service workflows

Product Overview

Brand	Agilent Technologies
Model	86101A
Installed Option	H22
Product Category	Optical/Electrical Plug-In Module
Channel Configuration	Optical and electrical measurement channels
Optical Input Type	Multimode
Electrical Connector	3.5 mm
Primary Application	High-speed optical and electrical communications analysis
Suitable For	Optical laboratories, datacom engineering, component characterization, production testing, and service applications

 

Option H22 Specifications

Specification	Details
Optical Bandwidth	3 GHz
Electrical Bandwidth	20 GHz
Optical Wavelength Range	750 nm to 860 nm
Optical Fiber Input	Multimode
Electrical Connector Type	3.5 mm
Integrated Filter 1	1250 Mb/s
Integrated Filter 2	2125 Mb/s
Optical Receiver Assembly	Optical-to-electrical receiver for supported multimode signals

 

Integration with Digital Communications Analyzers

The Agilent 86101A is designed as a plug-in measurement module and requires a compatible Agilent digital communications analyzer mainframe for operation. The mainframe supplies power, display capability, sampling control, channel configuration, measurement processing, and user-interface functions.

When installed, the module provides separate optical and electrical signal paths. The optical signal passes through the module’s optical-to-electrical receiver and the selected internal filtering path before waveform sampling. The electrical input provides a direct high-bandwidth path for supported electrical signal measurements.

Before purchasing the module, buyers should confirm mainframe compatibility, available slot capacity, firmware compatibility, required measurement software, and the condition of the mainframe’s module connectors. The 86101A operates as part of a modular measurement system and is not intended to function as a standalone instrument.

Calibration and Measurement Preparation

Accurate high-speed waveform measurements depend on proper warm-up, calibration, connector care, and test setup. The installed module and mainframe should be allowed to reach a stable operating temperature before critical measurements. A user module calibration should be performed in accordance with the mainframe’s operating procedures, particularly after a power cycle, module removal and reinsertion, or a significant change in ambient temperature.

Optical and electrical inputs should be inspected and cleaned before connection. Dirt, damaged interfaces, incorrect adapters, or worn connector surfaces can affect optical power transfer, electrical return loss, bandwidth, and measurement repeatability. Protective caps should be installed whenever the inputs are not in use.

Electrical Connector Considerations

The electrical channel uses a precision 3.5 mm connector. Only compatible, properly maintained 3.5 mm cables, adapters, connector savers, and accessories should be used. The connector should not be forced, over-torqued, or mated with incompatible interfaces.

Before connecting an electrical signal, users should verify the signal amplitude and measurement configuration to avoid overloading or damaging the input path. Precision electrical connectors should be cleaned and inspected according to appropriate high-frequency connector-care procedures.

Optical Input Considerations

The Option H22 optical channel is configured for multimode optical signals from 750 nm to 860 nm. Buyers should confirm that the optical source, fiber type, connector adapter, launch conditions, and wavelength are compatible with the module before use.

Optical connector contamination can cause unstable readings, increased loss, and measurement errors. Fiber end faces, adapters, and mating interfaces should be inspected and cleaned before every connection. Connector adapters and cleaning items are not assumed to be included unless specifically identified in the AssetRelay listing.

Buyer Considerations

The Agilent 86101A Option H22 is a configuration-specific O/E plug-in module. Buyers should confirm that the 3 GHz optical bandwidth, 20 GHz electrical bandwidth, 750 nm to 860 nm multimode optical input, 3.5 mm electrical connector, and 1250 Mb/s and 2125 Mb/s filters match the intended measurement application.

Buyers should also review the product condition, optical input condition, electrical connector condition, installed option label, calibration status, service history, included adapters, and compatibility with the intended DCA mainframe. If the module will be integrated into an existing automated test system, buyers should verify firmware, software, remote-control, and test-procedure compatibility.

This description applies specifically to the Agilent 86101A Option H22. It should not be used for other 86101A configurations with different optical wavelengths, filter combinations, bandwidths, fiber inputs, or electrical interfaces.

Why Buy from AssetRelay?

AssetRelay supplies professional equipment and product solutions for fiber optic, telecom, laboratory, production, inspection, cleaning, RF/microwave, electronic test, and photonics applications. The Agilent 86101A Option H22 is listed to help engineers, laboratory personnel, procurement teams, production facilities, and service organizations source practical optical and electrical measurement equipment.

Buyers should review the available product photographs, condition details, installed option markings, included accessories, connector condition, calibration information, and compatibility requirements before purchase. Confirming these details helps ensure that the module matches the intended mainframe and measurement workflow.

Only accessories and adapters specifically identified in the AssetRelay listing should be considered included. The compatible digital communications analyzer mainframe, optical cables, electrical cables, connector adapters, cleaning supplies, and calibration equipment may be required separately.