Quantum key distribution system using dual-threshold homodyne detection

In this work we present the principles of a flexible quantum key distribution (QKD) system using quadrature-phase-shift-keying (QPSK) base and symbol encoding and dual-threshold balanced homodyne detection (BHD) scheme. We give its security proofs and we compare its performance experimentally with a photon counting detection scheme.

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