ABSTRACT
One of the major worldwide problems is a growing demand for transmission capacity. One solution can be provided by the use of spectrum-sliced Dense Wavelength-Division Multiplexed (DWDM) optical networks, for their cost-effective and proficient power solution. In this paper, we successfully designed and demonstrated 16/32-channel DWDM Passive Optical Network (PON) and long-reach PON systems for 2.5 and 10 Gbps bit rates using Amplified Spontaneous Emission (ASE) noise generated by an erbium-doped fiber amplifier. In addition, we have analyzed the best modulation format for a 10 Gbps/32-channel DWDM long-reach PON system. The performance of the intended ASE-based DWDM system is scrutinized in terms of eye diagrams, Bit Error Rates (BERs), Q-values, and so on. An improved BER is achieved.
