Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) introduced a new 16-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC). The quad DAC34SH84 is 50-percent faster and uses 50-percent less power than the closest 16-bit DAC alternative, clocking in at 1.5 GSPS and consuming just 362 mW per channel. The DAC34SH84 provides an easy, pin-compatible upgrade from the 1.25-GSPS DAC34H84 for customers wanting […]
Archives for March 2012
Saelig Introduces Tiny DIP Oscilloscope Module
Saelig Company, Inc. (www.saelig.com) has introduced Xminilab – a sophisticated miniature combination of three electronic instruments: a mixed signal oscilloscope, an arbitrary waveform generator, and a protocol sniffer. Measuring only 3.3” x 1.75”, it can be mounted directly on a breadboard or pcb for in situ testing and verification. A graphic 2.4” 128×64 pixel OLED […]
Genesys Software Enhances RF System Design
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) announced the latest release of its low-cost, high-performance software for RF and microwave board design, Genesys 2012. The updated software provides enhancements in RF system simulation (including electromagnetic, circuit and statistical simulation), plus features to help designers improve the reliability of their systems. Genesys 2012 simplifies analysis of RF systems […]
GAO A0110009 Dual Channel Portable Digital Oscilloscope offers 25 MHz
Gao Tek (www.gaotek.com) has introduced a dual channel digital storage oscilloscope that delivers a maximum real-time sampling rate of 250 MS/s as well as an equivalent time sampling rate of up to 50 GS/s. With 25 MHz bandwidth, the GAO A0110009 offers a memory depth of four k in every channel and features various mathematical […]
Pointers for better oscilloscope probing
Choosing the most appropriate probe for the application is the first step to making reliable measurements. How the probe is used also affects the oscilloscope user’s ability to gain useful measurement results and make accurate measurements. To help users select the perfect probe for their application and make probing better, this article will discuss some […]
Agilent expands InfiniiVision X-Series oscilloscopes with four new models
Agilent Technologies Inc. (www.agilent.com) has expanded its award-winning oscilloscope series, the InfiniiVision 3000 X-Series, with the addition of four 1-GHz models. Increasing the bandwidth of the oscilloscopes addresses the much requested upgrade for this oscilloscope range. The company’s 2000 and 3000 X-Series continually receive acclaim from industry opinion-leaders and engineers for their seamless combination of […]
Tektronix expands MSO/DPO3000 and MSO/DPO4000B oscilloscope series
Tektronix, Inc. (www.tek.com) has expanded its oscilloscope portfolio, adding a series of new models to the MSO/DPO3000 and MSO/DPO4000B mixed signal oscilloscope series. The new models will help engineers avoid compromising on accuracy and performance while staying within their budget limits. Tektronix has added six new oscilloscope models to the MSO/DPO4000B series to keep up […]