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We present a parallel quantum key distribution scheme, where a Mach–Zehnder (M–Z) interferometer is applied to achieve a subcarrier multiplexing quantum key distribution. The polarization of each sideband of the composite signal and their controlling factors are analyzed. The factors, such as intermodulation interference and laser source phase noise, which might increase quantum bit error, are studied...