TN12WSM9/TN13WSM9/TN16WSM9/TN17WSM9: 9-port Wavelength Selective Switching ---OSN9800 WDM Universal Platform Subracks

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1.Product Overview

1.Basic information of the board

Attribute specification description

OptiX OSN 9800 series intelligent optical transmission platform

Board name: 9-port wavelength selection switch combiner board (40 channel type)

Functional positioning enables dynamic routing scheduling of multiple local wavelengths in a ring or chain network, allowing for the routing of any wavelength combination to the line direction

Board type: Optical layer wavelength selection switch, combiner board

Compatible with subracks such as OSN 9800 U series/M series that support TN series cards

Front panel dimensions: height x width x depth: 264.6 mm x 50.8 mm x 220 mm

Weight 3.2 kg

Typical power consumption 25.0 W

Maximum power consumption of 27.5 W (normal operation at maximum ambient temperature)

Working temperature -5°C to+55°C

Key features: 9-port dynamic wavelength scheduling, 40 channel support, 100GHz channel spacing, VOA attenuation adjustment per wavelength (0-15dB), online optical performance monitoring, optical layer ASON support

2.Interface and Port Definition

Interface Identification Interface Type Quantity Function Description

AM1~AM8 LC/UPC 8 uplink ports, connected to 8 single wavelength signals from local transmitters, supporting dynamic scheduling

OUT LC/UPC 1 common output port, outputs the multiplexed multi wavelength signal to the line side

EXPI LC/UPC 1 expansion input port, used for cascading or expanding applications

Monitoring port LC/UPC 2 online monitoring port, which can be connected to a spectral analyzer or spectral analysis unit to monitor signal performance without affecting business operations

3.Core functional characteristics

Functional Module Technical Description System Value

Dynamic wavelength routing can dynamically route any single wavelength or any combination of wavelengths input from different local ports to the common port on the line side for wavelength level flexible scheduling.It supports dynamic wavelength allocation in ring or chain networks, greatly enhancing network configuration flexibility

40 channel DWDM supports 40 channel DWDM systems, with a channel spacing of 100GHz and perfect compatibility with 100GHz fixed grid systems, meeting the requirements of traditional DWDM networks

Each wavelength VOA adjustment supports independent attenuation adjustment of 0-15dB for each on road wavelength to achieve fine adjustment of on road power, optimize nonlinear effects, and balance the performance of each channel

Online optical performance monitoring provides 2 online monitoring ports, which can be connected to an external spectral analyzer to monitor signal spectra, optical power and other parameters in real time without interrupting business for optical layer performance diagnosis and optimization, greatly improving operation and maintenance efficiency

Alarm and performance event monitoring: Real time detection of optical power and reporting of board related alarms and performance events for rapid fault location, achieving preventive maintenance

Optical layer ASON supports automatic switching of optical layers, providing basic support for intelligent optical networks and achieving automated wavelength level business scheduling and protection

4.Optical performance parameters

Table 1: Optical Performance Parameters of TN17WSM9

Parameter condition specification remarks

Number of optical channels -40 supports 40 wave DWDM system

Adjacent channel spacing -100 GHz ITU-T standard grid

The working wavelength range is 1529 nm -1561 nm for all ports in the C-band, which complies with the DWDM standard

-1dB spectral width ->0.32 nm ensures signal transmission

Insertion loss AMx OUT/EXPI-OUT (VOA=0dB) ≤ 8.0 dB Loss from the add/expand port to the output port

Maximum channel insertion loss difference ≤ 1.5 dB between channels to ensure power balance among channels

Port isolation between adjacent channels>25 dB to suppress adjacent channel crosstalk

Port isolation greater than 30 dB for non adjacent channels provides higher isolation

Extinction ratio - ≥ 35 dB

Directionality -35 dB to prevent reverse light interference

Reconfigure time - ≤ 3 seconds wavelength scheduling response time

Maximum reflectivity -40 dB for all ports with excellent return loss characteristics, reducing reflection

Polarization related loss ≤ 1.0 dB for all ports, friendly to high-speed modulation signals

Table 2: On road wavelength attenuation adjustment parameters

Parameter specification remarks

The attenuation range of each wavelength is 0-15 dB, and each on road wavelength is independently adjustable

Attenuation adjustment accuracy ≤ 1 dB (0~10dB range) High precision adjustment within low attenuation range

Attenuation adjustment accuracy ≤ 1.5 dB (>10dB range) ensures performance within high attenuation range

5.Power consumption and mechanical parameters

Parameter specifications

Typical power consumption 25.0 W

Maximum power consumption of 27.5 W (normal operation at maximum ambient temperature)

Front panel dimensions 264.6 mm (height) x 50.8 mm (width) x 220 mm (depth)

Weight 3.2 kg

Working temperature -5°C to+55°C

6.Comparison with WSM9 boards of the same series

Characteristics TN12WSM9 TN17WSM9 TN13WSM9 TN16WSM9 TN96WSM9

Number of optical channels 40 80 80-

Channel spacing 100 GHz fixed 100 GHz fixed 50 GHz fixed+flexible grid (50GHz slice) flexible grid (12.5GHz slice)

Slice granularity -50 GHz 12.5 GHz

-1dB spectral width>0.32 nm>0.32 nm>0.16 nm>25 GHz (fixed)/>50 * n-25 GHz (flexible)>2 * (6.25n-12.5) GHz

Working wavelength range 1529-1561nm 1529-1561nm 1529-1561nm 1529-1561nm Extended C-band

Attenuation adjustment for each wavelength 0-15 dB 0-15 dB 0-15 dB 0-15 dB 0-15 dB 0-15 dB

Front panel width 50.8 mm 50.8 mm 76.2 mm 50.8 mm 50.8 mm 50.8 mm

Weight 2.7 kg 3.2 kg 2.9 kg 2.9 kg 2.9 kg 2.9 kg

Typical power consumption 25.4 W 25.0 W 25.4 W 25.0 W 25.0 W

Applicable system 40 waves @ 100GHz C-band 40 waves @ 100GHz C-band 80 waves @ 50GHz fixed C-band 80 waves @ 50GHz fixed+flexible grid C-band flexible grid extension C-band

7.Application scenarios

Core Value of Application Scenario Deployment Method

40 wave @ 100GHz fixed grid ring/chain network is deployed at intermediate nodes in the ring or chain network of a 40 channel DWDM system, enabling dynamic wavelength routing and supporting any wavelength combination to be routed from any port, flexibly adapting to business change requirements

Traditional DWDM network expansion nodes are deployed in existing 100GHz interval DWDM networks to enhance wavelength scheduling flexibility and achieve perfect compatibility with existing fixed grid systems, achieving smooth upgrades

ROADM node supplements the uplink in ROADM node as an uplink expansion unit, increasing the density of uplink ports to provide 8 uplink ports, supporting independent VOA adjustment per wavelength, and optimizing transmission performance

Optical layer ASON network nodes serve as manageable on road units in networks that require optical layer intelligence features.Optical layer ASON supports automated business scheduling and protection

The online performance monitoring point utilizes two monitoring ports to connect to the Optical Performance Monitoring Unit (OPM) for real-time monitoring of the power and spectrum of the on road channel, achieving visualization of the optical layer

8.Maintenance and ordering information

Project Information

Component code TN17WSM9

Ordering instructions: When placing an order, it is necessary to confirm the working band (C-band) and channel spacing (100GHz fixed grid)

On site operation supports hot plugging, and anti-static wrist straps should be worn during operation.Pay attention to cleaning the fiber optic connectors

After the installation of VOA configuration, VOA attenuation calibration needs to be performed through the network management to ensure control accuracy

Two monitoring ports can be used to connect to a spectral analyzer for real-time monitoring of output spectra

After testing and verifying installation, insertion loss testing, port connectivity testing, wavelength scheduling function verification, and VOA function verification need to be conducted

Spare parts management, as the core board of ROADM nodes, is recommended to configure spare parts at critical network nodes

Quality Assurance Service Standard Warranty Period: 1 Year

Core Summary:

TN17WSM9 is a 9-port wavelength selective switch combiner for 40 wave @ 100GHz DWDM systems in the OSN 9800 platform.It can achieve dynamic routing scheduling of multiple local wavelengths in ring or chain networks, and route any wavelength combination to the line direction.

Core values and positioning:

40 channel dynamic wavelength routing: Supports DWDM systems with 40 channels and 100GHz intervals, enabling any wavelength combination to be routed from any port, greatly enhancing network configuration flexibility.

Refined power management: Each wavelength on the road is independently adjusted by 0-15dB VOA, which can remotely and accurately adjust the transmission power, optimize nonlinear effects, and balance the performance of each channel.

Intelligent operation and maintenance support: Provides 2 online monitoring ports and comprehensive alarm monitoring functions, supports optical layer ASON, and provides a foundation for intelligent optical networks.

Traditional system optimization: Both TN12WSM9 and TN12WSM9 belong to the 100GHz fixed grid series, but have slightly higher weight (3.2kg vs 2.7kg) and the same power consumption (25.0W), which may differ in specific hardware versions.

Differences in positioning compared to other models in the same series:

TN12WSM9/TN17WSM9: 40W @ 100GHz fixed grid, suitable for traditional DWDM systems

TN13WSM9: 80 Wave @ 50GHz Fixed Grid, High Density Fixed Grid System

TN16WSM9: 80 Wave @ 50GHz Fixed+Flexible Grid (50GHz Slice), Mixed Rate Network

TN96WSM9: Flexible Grid (12.5GHz Slice)+Extended C-band for Future Ultra 100G Networks

Application suggestion:

This board is the core component of the OSN 9800 wavelength division system for 40 wave @ 100GHz fixed grid networks, suitable for traditional DWDM systems that require dynamic wavelength scheduling, flexible uplink configuration, and refined power management. During deployment, it is necessary to fully utilize its online monitoring port and VOA adjustment function, combined with iMaster NCE to achieve automated operation and maintenance of the optical layer. For new networks that require higher density (80 waves @ 50GHz) or flexible grids, it is recommended to consider TN13WSM9, TN16WSM9, or TN96WSM9.