Test Instruments
Push-back Test Probe With Integrated Switch Function
The new P222 from Peak Test Services is a push-back test probe featuring an integrated switch function and designed for tests on devices with 3 mm centres.
Agilent Technologies Introduces Industry's First GDDR5 Compliance Test Tools for Oscilloscopes
Agilent introduced the industry's first graphics double data rate 5 (GDDR5) compliance test application packages and GDDR5 ball-grid array (BGA) probes for oscilloscopes. The new tools help engineers accelerate the turn-on and debug of GDDR5-based systems. The tools also give them an efficient way to ensure their GDDR5 device and board designs will interoperate with other GDDR5 devices.
Tektronix Commits to 200 GHz SiGe Technology for High-Speed Oscilloscopes
Tektronix, Inc. today announced that its next-generation, scalable, performance oscilloscope platform will make broad use of IBM 8HP silicon germanium (SiGe) technology. Tektronix demonstrates its commitment to help engineers around the world speed debug and test tomorrow's designs. The 130 nanometer (nm) SiGe bipolar complementary metal oxide semiconductor (BiCMOS) foundry technology offers 2x performance over the previous generation — and targets delivery of oscilloscopes with real-time bandwidth beyond 30 GHz.
Saelig Debuts New Low-cost 100/200MHz Oscilloscopes
Saelig Company, Inc. announces two new benchtop scopes - PDS8102T and PDS8202T, both offering a huge 2M data point record length, which allows great depth for investigating fast, intermittent pulses . These low-cost 2-channel scopes sample at 1 Gsa/s and 2 GSa/s respectively, and are packed with useful features normally only seen on higher-end DSOs including video trigger, auto-measurements, large 8 full color LCD display, XY Mode, auto-set, averaging, math functions, USB output, waveform storage, 3-year warranty, etc. Even FFT functionality is included for seeing spectrum information, as well as Autoscaling and Trigger Holdoff.
Announces Industry’s First PXI RF Vector Network Analyzer
National Instruments today introduced the NI PXIe-5630 6 GHz two-port vector network analyzer (VNA), the automated test industry's first VNA available in a compact PXI form factor. With support for full vector analysis of transmission and reflection (T/R) parameters, precision automatic calibration and flexible software-defined architecture, the new VNA is ideally suited for automated design validation and production test. Its modular PXI architecture and small, two-slot footprint make it possible for test engineers to incorporate vector network analysis into their test systems without the added cost and large footprint of traditional benchtop VNAs.
Agilent Technologies Announced Handheld Spectrum Analyzer; Makes Infield Measurements Easier, Faster, More Precise
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today introduced the N9342C handheld spectrum analyzer (HSA), a powerful and straightforward instrument designed for RF technicians and engineers performing installation, maintenance and surveillance of RF systems in the field. The N9342C HSA makes field testing easier by providing faster, more precise measurements, ease of use, and a range of user customization and ergonomic features.
Agilent Technologies Announced 30 MHz Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generators
Agilent introduced the 33521A 1-channel function/arbitrary waveform generator and the 33522A 2-channel function/arbitrary waveform generator. The 33521A and 33522A are members of the Agilent 33500 Series family of function/arbitrary waveform generators.
Agilent Technologies' Mobile Modular Instruments Selected by Seattle University
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced that its high-performance mobile modular instruments have been selected by Seattle University for its College of Science and Engineering Circuits and Systems' lab upgrade. This decision further strengthens Agilent's work with the university and position as a leading technology partner to academia.
COMPRION launches new LTE Test (U)SIM
After launching its first LTE combined handset test solution "COMPRION SIMfony LTE" in February 2010, COMPRION now also offers an LTE Test (U)SIM following the latest 3GPP specifications.
Pentek's Programmable Multi-frequency Clock Synthesizer Offers System Flexibility and Quick Delivery
Expanding on its popular multi-frequency clock synthesizer, Pentek, Inc. today announced the release of the user-configurable Model 7191 programmable clock synthesizer PMC module. Like its predecessor, the Model 7190, the new Model 7191 gives designers working with A/Ds and D/As a highly-precise clock source with the added flexibility of custom frequency generation under simple software control.
Balfour Beatty Engineering Services powers ahead with Clare tester
Balfour Beatty Engineering Services (BBES), one of the UK's largest mechanical and electrical building services businesses is using an advanced tester from Clare Instruments to improve the electrical safety testing of its power installations.
Cropico D07 Plus improves low resistance measurement
Now available from precision measurement equipment specialists Cropico is the Digital Ohmmeter D07Pluswhich improves the accuracy to which low resistance can be measured.
Another Dimension in Socket Technology Y-RED® – The Modular Test Contactor System
Rapid, Efficient and Durable are the key features of Yamaichi Electronics´ new semiconductor modular test contactor system Y-RED®. With years of experience in designing customized test contactors, Y-RED combines state-of-the-art design and high-grade ease of use.
Rugged Power Meters from Teseq
EMC immunity testing makes very specific demands on RF power meters. A large dynamic range, fast measurements, rugged design and a frequency range that matches the application are some of the unique requirements for power meters in an EMC test environment.
Cost Effective, High Channel Density Measurement Modules
Brüel & Kjær's 12-channel data analysis system Type 3053-B-120 is the only data analyser currently available which offers this number of channels in such a small package; each module measures just 132.6 x 27.5 x 250mm (5.22 x 1.08 x 9.84 inches).
Agilent Introduces Wide-Bandwidth Oscilloscope for Faster, More Accurate Characterization of High-Speed Digital Designs
Agilent expanded its digital communications analyzer (DCA) portfolio with the introduction of the 86100D DCA-X wide-bandwidth oscilloscope. The DCA-X provides engineers with the tools needed to characterize their high-speed digital designs easily and accurately.
Aeroflex launches single-box multi-RAT tester for multi-mode eHRPD/LTE handsets
Aeroflex announced the launch of a new option for the 7100 LTE Digital Radio Test Set that supports CDMA-based data standards such as Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) and evolved High Rate Packet Data (eHRPD) as well as LTE-eHRPD hand-over.
Saelig Introduces 12-bit Precision PC Oscilloscope With Built-in AWG
Saelig Company, Inc. has introduced PS4227 - a new, economical 2-channel 100MHz USB scope with a real-time sampling rate of 250 MSa/s. PS4227 is a precision USB oscilloscope suitable for general, scientific and field-service use. With 12-bit resolution - adjustable up to 16 bits in enhanced resolution mode for repetitive signals - it also makes an excellent A/D choice for noise, vibration and mechanical analysis.
Low-cost DDS function generator operates to 10 MHz
The TG1000, new from TTi, is a 10 MHz function generator using direct digital synthesis (DDS) yet costing less than £400. Direct digital synthesis delivers low-distortion sine waves with improved spectral purity in comparison with analogue function generators. Frequency stability and phase noise are excellent, and absolute frequency accuracy is equal to that of the crystal based master clock.
Speed and Precision: the new generation of oscilloscopes from Pico Technology
The new PicoScope 4226 and 4227 represent the sixth generation of high-resolution oscilloscopes from Pico Technology. Powered from the USB port and including a built-in arbitrary waveform generator, these scopes contain everything you need to make accurate high-speed measurements. Just plug one into a laptop or desktop computer, run the software supplied, and get to work.
Deadliest Warrior TV Show Uses National Instruments LabVIEW and NI CompactDAQ to Help Determine Battle Outcomes
When staging battles between the most feared warriors in history, the hit Spike TV show, "Deadliest Warrior," uses National Instruments software and hardware to help determine the winner. The show, whose engineers have conducted demonstrations at NIWeek, selected NI LabVIEW graphical system design software, the NI CompactDAQ data acquisition platform and NI DIAdem data management software to conduct impact tests and measure and analyse the biomechanics of injury. The ease of use, quick setup and seamless integration of NI products makes them ideal for meeting the show's need for a fast-time-to-measurement solution that can be reconfigured easily to perform a wide range of measurements.
Precision digital multimeters offer powerful measurement features
Now available from TTi, the Tektronix DMM4000 family of digital multimeters combine high precision with an advanced range of features to handle the most demanding measurements.
Saelig Debuts 12GHz TDR/TDT Sampling Oscilloscope
Saelig Company, Inc. has introduced PicoScope 9211A - a new, economical instrument specifically designed for time- domain reflectometry, providing a low-cost method of analyzing the real-world functionality of cables, connectors, circuit boards and IC packages.
Agilent Technologies Introduces Industry's First Scope-Based JTAG Protocol Application
Agilent Technologies Inc. expanded its Infiniium oscilloscope application portfolio with a Joint Test Action Group (JTAG) protocol decode and triggering application. Agilent's Infiniium Series is the first oscilloscope family to support JTAG triggering and protocol decode.
High performance spectrum analysis with new compact and economical analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz
The compact, economical R&S FSC spectrum analyzer recently introduced by Rohde & Schwarz delivers all of the key characteristics of a professional spectrum analyzer. The R&S FSC handles all basic functions such as RF spectrum measurement and power measurement. With a frequency range starting at 9 kHz and extending to a maximum of 6 GHz, the analyzer is ideal for applications that require a high-quality basic instrument: Simple development tasks, research and instruction, service and production. The compact design and low power consumption of the analyzer also make it destined for use in small test systems and in vehicles.
Agilent Technologies Introduces Enhanced High-Accuracy Thermistor Power Meter, Expands Capabilities of Average Power Sensors
Agilent Technologies introduced two new products: the Agilent N432A thermistor power meter, which replaces the legacy 432A model, and the Agilent N8488A AC-coupled power sensor, an expansion to the N8480 Series family. Agilent also announced upgrades to the Agilent U2000 Series USB power sensors, which now include internal triggering and trace display capabilities.
OTDR measurements added to Yokogawa multi field tester family
The latest instrument to be added to the Yokogawa family of multi field testers is the AQ1200 OTDR (optical time-domain reflectometer). Designed to aid the installation, commissioning and maintenance of fibre-optic infrastructure including FTTx, the new instrument offers a comprehensive range of optical measurement capabilities in a compact handheld package measuring only 216  157  74 mm and weighing only 1 kg.
Agilent Technologies' PNA-X Network Analyzer Option Offers Accurate Noise Figure Measurements up to 50 GHz
Agilent Technologies introduced Option 028 to its PNA-X Series of microwave network analyzers. The new option allows highly accurate, source-corrected noise figure measurements of amplifiers, frequency converters and mixers up to 50 GHz.
Verigy Named No 1 Semiconductor Test Company in VLSI Research's 2010 Customer Satisfaction Survey
Verigy has received two awards – in 10 BEST Large Chip Equipment Suppliers and THE BEST Test Equipment categories – from the 2010 Customer Satisfaction Survey conducted by VLSI Research Inc., a leading research and analysis firm covering the semiconductor industry.
ArbStudio Arbitrary Waveform Generators
LeCroy Corporation today announced the ArbStudio series of arbitrary waveform generators (AWG) capable of generating signals up to 125 MHz with high sample rate, long memory and high resolution as well as a variety of operating modes, modulation capabilities and a digital pattern generator. The software interface that controls the hardware is designed to simplify waveform creation with an intuitive navigation tree which allows easy access to all channels along with special views for controlling basic function generator outputs as well as pulse width modulation (PWM) capabilities. The ability to have 2 and 4 channel units in a single, compact form factor not only saves bench space but also provides a low price per channel. Additionally the 4 channel ArbStudio models have an expansion port that allows up to 8 units to be connected, providing up to 32 synchronous analog waveforms.
Cost-efficient R&S UPP audio analyzer family reduces measurement times in production environments
Rohde & Schwarz is introducing a new family of audio analyzers developed especially for use in production. The R&S UPP200/400/800 analyzers are available in two-, four- or eight-channel versions. Multiple analyzers can be cascaded to test as many as 48 analog measurement channels. Due to the analyzers' time-saving capability to perform parallel measurements on all channels, manufacturers of audio equipment of any type can achieve higher throughput in production. The analyzers' compact size of only two height units saves space in the rack. The eight-channel R&S UPP800 offers a unique price/performance ratio that makes it especially attractive.
Aim-TTi's New 50MHz Function Generator Sets New Price/Performance Point
Aim-TTi (UK) and Saelig (USA) have introduced TG5011 - a combined Function/Arbitrary/Pulse Generator covering the extremely wide frequency range of 1µHz to 50MHz. Providing high-purity sine waves with low harmonic distortion and very low phase noise over the full frequency range, TG5011 is priced at under $1400. TG5011 incorporates a pulse generator mode which provides wide range pulse width and delay independent of period. Pulse period can be set between 2000 seconds and 80ns (0.5mHz to 12.5MHz) and the duty cycle can be as low as one in two billion. Rise and fall times are also independently variable over a wide range. Waveform frequency can be accurately set at up to 14 digits and is based on a TCXO time-base oscillator with a stability of 1ppm. Even very low frequencies can be set (e.g. 1mHz with a resolution of 0.1%) with high stability (1ppm).
Advanced Test Equipment Rentals announced rental availability of the Fluke 1550B MegOhmMeter
Advanced Test Equipment Rentals, a leading provider of electronic test and measurement equipment rentals announced immediate rental availability of the Fluke 1550B Megohmmeter.
U.S. Navy Selects LeCroy Corporation to Supply Digital Oscilloscopes
LeCroy Corporation, a leading supplier of oscilloscopes and serial data test solutions, today announced that it has received a contract award from the U.S. Navy to supply digital oscilloscopes to the U.S. Navy's Supply Systems Command. The contract has a Best Estimated Quantity (BEQ) of up to 200 WaveRunner oscilloscopes per year for five years. LeCroy's WaveRunner 64Xi-A-N oscilloscopes passed stringent technical requirements as part of a competitive bid to qualify for U.S. Navy acceptance.
LeCroy Logic Analyzer Brings Digital, Serial and Analog Debug to the PC
LeCroy Corporation today announced the LogicStudio 16, a logic analyzer that brings a new debug experience to the PC. The LogicStudio 16 hardware provides 16 channels with a high sample rate of 1 GS/s and maximum input of up to 100 MHz. The software provides a lively, dynamic waveform display with a smart, intuitive user-interface that is easily navigated by a few basic mouse clicks. The operation is simple but the toolset is deep. LogicStudio provides a tremendous amount of tools for digital debug including timing cursors, unique zooming and panning of waveforms, a persistence display and a history mode which can replay old data captures.
LeCroy Introduces High Sample Rate, High Resolution Arbitrary Waveform Generators for Analog and Digital Waveform Generation
LeCroy Corporation today announced the ArbStudio series of arbitrary waveform generators (AWG) capable of generating signals up to 125 MHz with high sample rate, long memory and high resolution as well as a variety of operating modes, modulation capabilities and a digital pattern generator. The software interface that controls the hardware is designed to simplify waveform creation with an intuitive navigation tree which allows easy access to all channels along with special views for controlling basic function generator outputs as well as pulse width modulation (PWM) capabilities. The ability to have 2 and 4 channel units in a single, compact form factor not only saves bench space but also provides a low price per channel. Additionally the 4 channel ArbStudio models have an expansion port that allows up to 8 units to be connected, providing up to 32 synchronous analog waveforms.
PicoScope 9201A PC Sampling Oscilloscope from Pico Technology
The new PicoScope 9201A PC Sampling Oscilloscope is an essential tool for analysing electrical communications standards and characterising connectors, cables, IC packages and printed circuit boards. Unlike a real-time oscilloscope, the PicoScope 9201A builds up a picture of a repetitive signal by combining samples from a large number of cycles of the waveform. This enables it to achieve very high effective sampling rates (up to 5 TS/s) and fast time bases (10 ps/div to 50 ms/div) at a much lower cost than a real-time scope of comparable bandwidth.
Saelig launches 100MHz Handheld Oscilloscope
Saelig Company's HDS3102MN is a 100MHz two-channel handheld oscilloscope and 3¾ digit multimeter with FFT spectrum display capability and is perfect for any engineer's toolkit. A USB connection makes storing or printing the displayed waveforms easy too. HDS3102MN features a rugged impact resistant casing, easy- to-use controls, and a high-brightness 640×480 LCD display. Battery life is an exceptional 6 hours.
High Performance OTDR Provides Two on Screen Markers
GAO Fiber Optics launched its upgraded, highly accurate handheld OTDR . supporting CATV, ISP and telecommunication fiber networks. It is commonly used for loss analysis and fault location in the manufacturing, installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks and equipment. This optical time domain reflectometer displays the length, attenuation coefficient, connection point, fault point and loss distribution curves of the fiber, as well as, loss between two points, splice loss and return loss.
Mixed-signal oscilloscope supports FlexRay bus analysis
A FlexRay serial bus analysis function is now available as an option to 4-channel models in the Yokogawa DLM2000 Series of mixed-signal oscilloscopes.
