Quantum state measurements using multi-pixel photon detectors
arXiv:0903.1415 · doi:10.1103/PhysRevA.79.043830
Abstract
The characterization and conditional preparation of multi-photon quantum states requires the use of photon number resolving detectors. We study the use of detectors based on multiple avalanche photodiode pixels in this context. We develop a general model that provides the positive operator value measures for these detectors. The model incorporates the effect of cross-talk between pixels which is unique to these devices. We validate the model by measuring coherent state photon number distributions and reconstructing them with high precision. Finally, we evaluate the suitability of such detectors for quantum state tomography and entanglement-based quantum state preparation, highlighting the effects of dark counts and cross-talk between pixels.
arXiv comment7 pages, 6 figures
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