JDSU MAP TB3 / KITMAPF Tunable Filter Module W / BBS Source

The JDSU KITMAPF (MAP TB3) is a tunable filter module with integrated broadband source designed for optical testing and measurement within the JDSU MAP platform ecosystem. This hot-swappable cassette combines a continuously tunable bandpass filter spanning 1520 nm to 1630 nm with a built-in broadband source delivering amplified spontaneous emission output across the C-band. The module executes wavelength-specific filtering and signal generation for insertion loss testing, dispersion penalty analysis, and related optical characterization tasks.

Technical Specifications

• Wavelength range: 1520 nm to 1630 nm continuous tuning


• Tuning resolution: 0.005 nm


• -3 dB bandwidth options: 0.11 nm, 0.25 nm, 0.55 nm


• Filter geometry: Diffraction grating with stepper motor wavelength selection


• Polarization dependent loss: <0.3 dB


• Maximum input power: 300 mW (standard) or 1000 mW (high power option)


• Low insertion loss and high rejection characteristics; "G" filter shape provides sharpness Broadband Source


• Type: Built-in amplified spontaneous emission (ASE) source


• Spectral output: Flattened high power density across C-band with high spectral stability Module Options


• Peak search: Identifies absolute maximum transmission within full tuning range or local maximum within defined range


• 10% tap option: Integrated power monitoring

Key Features

• Hot-swappable installation into MAP series mainframes without power cycling


• Automatic cassette identification via dynamic MAP firmware and console


• Tuning resolution of 0.005 nm enables precise wavelength targeting


• Low PDL (<0.3 dB) maintains signal integrity across polarization states

Typical Applications

• Insertion loss and channel isolation measurements


• Dispersion penalty testing


• Wavelength-selective optical signal generation and filtering


• C-band component characterization

Compatibility & Integration The KITMAPF integrates into JDSU MAP-200 platform and earlier MAP chassis (benchtop 3-slot MAP+2B00 or 8-slot MAP+2M00 configurations). Remote control via GPIB, USB, or Ethernet (10/100/1000Base-T); supports LabVIEW, LabWindows, Visual C++, and Visual Basic drivers. MAP-200 mainframes are LXI Class C compliant with IVI driver support.