Extinction Ratio in Fiber Optic Transmission Formulas

Extinction Ratio represents the ratio of the average power in a logic 1 to the average power in a logic 0. And is denoted by r_e. Extinction Ratio is usually measured using the Decibel for Noise. Note that the value of Extinction Ratio is always positive.

Fiber Optic Transmission formulas that make use of Extinction Ratio

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FAQ

What is the Extinction Ratio?

Extinction Ratio represents the ratio of the average power in a logic 1 to the average power in a logic 0. Extinction Ratio is usually measured using the Decibel for Noise. Note that the value of Extinction Ratio is always positive.

Can the Extinction Ratio be negative?

No, the Extinction Ratio, measured in Noise cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Extinction Ratio?

Extinction Ratio is usually measured using the Decibel[dB] for Noise. Neper[dB], MilliDecibel[dB] are the few other units in which Extinction Ratio can be measured.

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