This Recommendation provides physical layer specifications for dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) applications in point-to-point repeaterless optical fibre submarine cable systems. The goal is to enable longitudinally compatible applications.
ITU-T G.973.1-2009 Referenced Document
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ITU-T G.973.1-2009 history
2009ITU-T G.973.1-2009 Longitudinally compatible DWDM applications for repeaterless optical fibre submarine cable systems (Study Group 15)