Characterizing Polarization Dependant Wavelength in AWGs and PLCs

This article describes the PDW-parameter evaluation method, based on the first row elements of the Mueller Matrix. Unlike traditional methods for evaluating PDW, this approach is fully automated and hands-free. This measurement principle and the associated algorithms have been integrated into EXFO's IQS-12004B DWDM Passive Component Test System and are currently available with the PDL measurement option.