Polarization division multiplexing system quality in the presence of polarization effects

Abstract

In this paper the Polarization Division Multiplexing system testing method is presented. Presented method is based on simultaneous Polarization Mode Dispersion and Polarization Dependent Loss effects generation. These effects are generated by means of only one device that simulates the statistical nature of polarization effects of a real optical fiber link. The Polarization Division Multiplexing system is investigated by means of Polarization Mode Dispersion/Polarization Dependent Loss emulator. © 2010 The Author(s).