DS1863; DS1865; DS1875: How to Interface to MAX3735 or MAX3741 Compact Laser Driver

This application note describes how to interface the DS1863, DS1865, or DS1875 PON controller/monitor circuits to a compact laser driver. The MAX3736 or MAX3741 are the SFP laser drivers used in this application. The controllers provide SFF-8472-compliant digital diagnostics, laser calibration, laser control, and power leveling functionality.