In the next section we will give an overview on the currently available compo-
nents for experimental demonstration of ETDM NRZ systems at 100 Gbit/s and
comment on the potential of higher speeds beyond.
5.4 COMPONENTS FOR 100-GBIT/S ETDM NRZ AND
BEYOND
In the research laboratories, commonly hybrid transmitter and receiver setups are
assembled. These hybrid setups allow for the evaluation of each electronic or
optoelectronic component individually to optimize the configuration for best
performance. At data rates of 100 Gbit/s, good system performance is not easy to
achieve with hybrid setups, as the high-speed electronic interfaces are critical. The
hybrid setups include cables for connection of different high-speed modules,
which will act as low-pass ...