Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
May 04, 2012 Analog and vector models of MXG and EXG support development of components and receivers for challenging applications. Triple-loop synthesizer is used to deliver phase noise performance of -146 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz and 20 kHz offset; MXG also features spurious performance of -96 dBc at 1 GHz. For those developing faster data streaming in 802.11ac devices, MXG offers 160 MHz RF bandwidth and ±0.2 dB flatness. Other properties include low EVM, output power up to +27 dBm, and ACPR of up to -73 dBc.

Cissoid    Mont Saint Guibert 1435  Belgium
Mar 29, 2012 Operating with supply voltage of 3.3-5 V, GALAXY CHT-74-4040 can be used as frequency divider with division rate up to 4,096. Counter features typical propagation delay of 19 nsec, low quiescent current of 21 µA max, and output drive capability of 4 mA max. Available in ceramic CSOIC16 and CDIL16 hermetic packages, 12-stage asynchronous counter is suitable for clock generation and clock modules used in down-hole tools as well as aerospace/defense systems.

Saelig Co., Inc.    Pittsford, NY 14534
Mar 09, 2012 Featuring 16-bit resolution, 5 MHz Model PS4262 includes function/arbitrary waveform generator with sweep function to facilitate frequency response analysis. It also offers advanced scope capabilities, such as spectrum analysis, mask limit testing, math functions, reference waveforms, digital triggering, and serial decoding. Providing sampling rate of 10 MS/sec, oscilloscope can continuously stream data via USB at 1 MS/sec. Large 16 MS buffer allows waveform expansion and deep data discovery.

Berkeley Nucleonics Corp.    San Rafael, CA 94901
Feb 22, 2012 Enabling users to step delays in tiny increments, Model 745 is designed for ultra-short, precise time control applications where users need to synchronize events to trigger or to each other. This 4-channel unit achieves 5 psec jitter with 250 fsec delay and pulse width control and also offers option of browser-based controls. For timing applications requiring up to 64 channels of precision gating, timing, syncing, or delaying, included software provides single interface for all channels.

Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
Jan 30, 2012 Agilent N4880A provides multiplying PLL that lets R/D and test engineers lock pattern generator clock of J-BERT N4903B and ParBERT 81250A to reference clocks from system under test. Reference clock rates from 19-100 MHz support receiver test applications such as PCIe® 1.x, 2.x, and 3.0 main boards; MIPI M-PHY devices; and UHS-II host devices. Simplified receiver test setup helps R/D and test teams accurately characterize and verify standard compliance under reproducible test conditions.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)    Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Oct 14, 2011 Equipped with high-frequency VCO and programmable output dividers, Model LMK03806 simplifies timing architectures in wired and optical communications line cards by simultaneously synthesizing 7 independent frequencies on 14 outputs. Each output clock is programmable in LVDS, LVPECL, or LVCMOS format. Housed in 9 x 9 mm, 64-pin LLP, Model LMK03806 offers sub 50 fs rms jitter at 312.5 MHz output frequency, optimizing bit error rate and carrier-to-noise ratio performance.

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co      Germany
Oct 03, 2011 Supporting applications ranging from analog RF to microwave, Model SMB100A comes in SMB-B120/B120L and SMB-B140/B140L options, with frequency range of 100 kHz to 20 GHz and 40 GHz, respectively. Units offer wide dynamic range of -120 to +14 dBm and are available in high power models that achieve output up to +25 dBm. Expanded attenuator range and direct digital synthesis method minimize single sideband phase noise, even at low frequencies.

Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
Sep 22, 2011 Featuring 160 MHz analysis bandwidth option, PXA signal analyzer covers all bandwidths supported by 802.11ac. Performance offers insight that accelerates design, verification, and troubleshooting of 802.11ac devices. Also available, Signal Studio for WLAN enables creation of 802.11ac waveforms with BCC/LDPC channel coding, all MCS codes, and single- or multi-user MIMO up to 4 streams. Generation of up to 80 and 160 MHz bandwidth signals is possible depending on vector signal generator used.

Saelig Co., Inc.    Pittsford, NY 14534
Sep 21, 2011 Housed in 11 x 9 x 4 in. case, Models SDG1005 and SDG1050 provide 125 MS/sec sample rate, 14-bit resolution, and 16 Kpts waveform record length. Dual-channel units feature built-in AM, FM, PM, PWM, and FSK modulation, without requiring external modulating source, and both also function as 200 MHz frequency counter. In addition to sine waves, generators provide square waves, pulse and ramp waveforms, white noise, and arbitrary waveforms. USB Device/Host I/O allows for storage of waveforms/setups.

Saelig Co., Inc.    Pittsford, NY 14534
Sep 16, 2011 Delivering arbitrary waveform, function, and pulse generation, Tabor Wave Standard series models WS8351 and WS8352 Arbitrary Function Generators (AFGs) offer up to 350 MHz in single and dual differential channels configurable as separate or synchronized. Inherent 2 GSps clock with 512k memory and up to 4 Vpp output into 50 ohms speeds generation of complex waveforms. Utilizing PulseComposer(TM) software, AFGs can generate pulses for up to 350 Mbps device tests.

Mini-Circuits    Brooklyn, NY 11235
Sep 01, 2011 Capable of operating up to 15 W, model QCS-83+ is 2-way 90° power splitter with 4,000-8,000 MHz range and typical unbalance of 0.8 dB and 4°. Microwave RF/IF power splitter combiner, supporting nearly octave band in miniature EIA-0805 form factor, features LTCC construction, which lends to effective use in transmit or receive paths.

Saelig Co., Inc.    Pittsford, NY 14534
Aug 05, 2011 Housed in half-rack 2U case with backlit LCD and keyboard with spin wheel control, 6 GHz Model TGR6000 offers low phase noise over frequency range of 10-6,000 MHz, with output from -110 to +7 dBm, adjustable in 0.1 dB steps. Frequency resolution is 10 Hz and internal time-base stability is better than 1 ppm. System incorporates advanced stepped sweep system, which allows both frequency and amplitude to be swept, with custom output level trim up to 100 points.

Vaunix Technology Corporation    Haverhill, MA 01835
Jul 21, 2011 Measuring 4.90 x 3.14 x 1.59 in., Lab Brick® Models LMS-203 and LMS-163 operate from 10-20 GHz and 8-16 GHz, respectively. Both feature 100 ms switching and 100 Hz frequency resolution as well as phase-continuous linear frequency sweeping, optional internal/external pulse modulation, and selectable internal/external 10 MHz reference. Connected to host computer via USB and controlled via GUI, devices deliver +10 dBm output power and can be adjusted over 40 dB dynamic range with 0.5 dB resolution.

Aeroflex    Irvine, CA 92618
Jun 09, 2011 SGA Signal Generator with Option 6 offers internal generation of waveforms required for testing avionics functions. Option includes waveforms for Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), VHF Omni-directional Radio (VOR), marker beacons, and COM ID tones for airport identification. Digitally generated modulating waveforms ensure accurate and stable performance under all operating conditions. Respective operating frequency ranges for SGA Models 3 and 6 are 100 kHz to 3 GHz and 100 kHz to 6 GHz.

Mini-Circuits    Brooklyn, NY 11235
May 24, 2011 Suited for wireline broadband access applications, Model ZBPF-75 features fractional bandwidth of 32% and ultimate rejection of 30 dB typical from 50-800 MHz. Housed in rugged shielded case measuring 2.0 x 2.0 x 0.75 in., 50 W Model ZBPF-75-1+ has passband range of 63-87 KHz with optimized passband IL, roll-off, and rejection.

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co      Germany
May 16, 2011 Available for SFU Signal Generator, DVB-C2 software coder enables manufacturers of broadcast receiver equipment and chipsets to perform standard-compliant tests on products with DVB-C2 signals. Since SFU supports all common digital and analog radio and TV standards as well as second-generation broadcast standards, users need only one instrument to test receiver components. Even multi-standard receivers, such as those for DVB-C/C2, DVB-T/T2, or DVB-S/S2, can be tested.

Mini-Circuits    Brooklyn, NY 11235
Mar 15, 2011 Measuring 4.89 x 1.74 x 0.95 in., Model PWR-2.5GHS-75 turns Windows® or Linux® PC into power meter. Pocket-sized HID requires no driver installation and is shipped with quick-locking USB cable for connectivity. Measurement Application GUI software, displaying numerical data and graphs, enables user to perform measurements on RF components such as couplers, filters, amplifiers.

Aeroflex    Irvine, CA 92618
Feb 24, 2011 Used in conjunction with signal generator and RF digitizer modules, 3065A RF combiner operates from 250 MHz to 6 GHz and addresses needs of RF test system engineers working in cellular handset or RFIC and component manufacturing. Dual-input module, in addition to providing summed signal outputs, supports various combinations of input and output switched path configurations to enable testing of single- and multi-port RF devices without need to alter connections.

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co      Germany
Feb 22, 2011 Supporting several satellite, mobile radio, wireless, and radio standards simultaneously, Model SMBV100A can generate customized scenarios for GPS and Galileo from up to 12 satellites in real-time. Users can define their own scenarios to test GNSS receivers under variety of conditions. With SMBV100A, it is possible to simulate stationary positions as well as movement of receiver along chosen route. User can also simulate restricted reception conditions, such as driving through tunnel.

Saelig Co., Inc.    Pittsford, NY 14534
Feb 01, 2011 Model APSIN20G provides micro-Hz frequency resolution and flat output power range to 30 dBm. All modulation modes - AM, DC-coupled wideband FM, PM, FSK and PSK, frequency chirp, and pulse - can be combined, allowing for generation of complex signals for communication and location systems. Along with controllable trigger and sweeping modes, features include frequency synthesis with fractional-N divider, 200 µsec frequency switching time, and temperature-compensated 100 MHz reference.