Tektronix, Inc., a worldwide provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, introduced a more convenient and flexible way for engineers to control signal sources and generate waveforms. The new PC-based SourceXpress platform allows users to easily setup, synchronize, and remotely control multiple arbitrary waveform generators and introduces a versatile plug-in architecture for waveform creation modules that will […]
Space Vectors aide drive for optimal efficiency
by Johannes Teigelkötter, HBM Using space vectors in test equipment helps engineers get a clearer, more precise picture of three-phase motor electromagnetics. With the continuing emphasis on the use of renewable sources of energy, as opposed to the reliance on fossil fuels, advances in induction motor design are allowing for greater efficiencies in both consumer […]
Scope-based USB-PD protocol decoder software sports real-time triggering and protocol decode performance
Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduced the industry’s first oscilloscope-based USB-PD (Power Delivery) protocol decoder software with real-time triggering and protocol decode performance. The Keysight N8837A USB-PD protocol trigger and decode software provides unique protocol decoder performance that enables engineers to verify and debug Type-C interfaces that implement USB-PD. The Type-C connector introduced the enhanced capabilities of […]
Scope test suite covers HDMI Version 2.0, Embedded DisplayPort
Teledyne LeCroy announced the addition of QPHY-HDMI2 and QPHY-eDP, expanding its automated transmitter test solutions for display standards to include HDMI Version 2.0, and Embedded DisplayPort. The QPHY-HDMI2 software option for the WaveMaster/SDA/DDA 8 Zi series of oscilloscopes provides a concise set of validation/verification and debug tools written in accordance with version 2.0 of the […]
VNAs get E-band measurement options
Anritsu Company introduces an E-band option for its ShockLine™ MS46500B series of 2- and 4-port performance Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) that addresses the market need to lower cost-of-test for E-band components. With the option installed, the MS46500B series can reduce production costs and more efficiently verify the performance of high-frequency passive components, such as antennas, […]
Audio analyzer optimized for Bluetooth measurements
Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduced the enhanced U8903B audio analyzer with new Bluetooth audio measurement capabilities. The Bluetooth option enables the U8903B to make high-performance Bluetooth audio testing for R&D, quality assurance and production tests in the consumer and professional audio and wireless communication industries. The U8903B operates with Bluetooth version 4.0 and supports AGHSP/HSP 1.2, […]
Scope probes optimized for use in high-temperature chambers
Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduced two extreme-temperature probing solutions, the N7007A extreme-temperature 400-MHz passive probe and the N7013A extreme-temperature extension kit for medium- and high-voltage differential active probes. These probes have bandwidths up to 400 MHz and are ideal for probing electrical signals inside a temperature chamber. With the addition of the these two probing solutions, […]
Tektronix unveils cost-effective, versatile Electrochemistry Lab Systems
Tektronix, Inc., a provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, announced the industry’s first graphical touchscreen Electrochemistry Lab Systems, the 2450-EC and 2460-EC. These new Keithley interactive solutions offer a lower cost, more flexible, and easier method for conducting a range of electrochemistry experiments, including cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, and chronopotentiometry. For more information, go to: […]
High voltage automotive battery stack monitor achieves 0.04% measurement accuracy
Linear Technology announces the LTC6811 high voltage battery stack monitor, a drop-in replacement for the LTC6804 with higher performance and 25% lower price. The LTC6811 is a complete battery measuring IC for hybrid/electric vehicles that incorporates a deep buried Zener voltage reference, high voltage multiplexers, 16-bit delta-sigma ADCs and a 1Mbps isolated serial interface. An […]
Modular VSA gets 50 GHz frequency extension
Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduced a 50 GHz frequency extension to the M9393A PXIe performance vector signal analyzer (VSA), providing frequency coverage previously unseen in modular instrumentation. With coverage of Ka-band frequencies and beyond, the M9393A delivers Keysight’s proven millimeter wave (mmWave) measurement technology in a PXI form factor for manufacturing and design validation of modems, […]
