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Low-cost Frequency Counter from TTi operates to 3GHzThe new PFM3000 from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is a UK built hand-held frequency counter which can measure signals from below 3 Hz to above 3 GHz. Its low cost of Ł115 puts it into a similar price category as hand-held multimeters. 
12 GHZ USB Sampling Oscilloscope from Pico TechnologyPico Technology has unveiled the PicoScope 9201, a dual-channel PC Sampling Oscilloscope with a bandwidth of 12 GHz that redefines the performance of sampling oscilloscopes at this price level. The dual-channel PicoScope 9201 uses sequential equivalent-time sampling to achieve a sampling rate of 5 TS/s. The wide bandwidth allows acquisition and measurement of fast signals with a transient response of 50 ps or faster. 
Oscilloscope Series Equipped for Comprehensive Debug, Validation and DocumentationLeCroy Corporation has announced a complete WaveRunner MXi oscilloscope series with models ranging from 400 MHz to 2 GHz. Designed to be the most capable instruments available in their class, each oscilloscope comes standard with a full set of analysis tools including WaveScanTM, an advanced search & analysis feature; WaveStreamTM, a fast viewing mode; and LabNotebook, a unique tool for documentation and report generation. APC-Hero introduces ambient light sensorsSharp's ambient light sensors means stable light measurements at varying temperatures. This range of Optical IC (OPIC) Sensors combines superior spectral response with temperature range stability and curves that match those of the human eye. The resulting linear output measurement is what is naturally expected in any lighting condition; meaning minimum engineering time spent in compensation circuitry. The range includes packages as small as 1.6 mm × 2.0 mm. 
Bench top high voltage wiring analyserThe rapid and easy HiPot testing of cables, connectors and harnesses is provided with the new all-in-one bench top high voltage wiring analyser from electrical safety testing specialists Clare Instruments. Horizon II is the latest in a range of versatile and high performance analysers from Clare Instruments, and meets the requirement for an easy-to-use, fully integrated and flexible data management tool offering virtually unlimited data storage and reporting capabilities. 
Fluke's 2008 Test Tools Catalogue available now and it's freeFluke has announced the availability of its 2008 Test Tools Catalogue. The free, 116 page, full-colour catalogue contains the latest information about the continuously expanding line of rugged and reliable Fluke test tools, together with useful application articles of interest to engineers, technicians and troubleshooters. 
Sixteen-channel 'scope and chart recorder has high resolution printer built inThe new Yokogawa DL750P, available from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments), is a combined oscilloscope and chart recorder (ScopeCorder) with a built-in A4 width printer and paper-based chart recorder. It is configurable to have up to 16 analogue and 16 digital/logic channels and can capture 30 days of data with up to 1 gigaword of memory. 
Arbitrary/function generators gain longer memory and system connectivityThe latest versions of the Tektronix AFG3000 arbitrary/function generators are now available from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments). Designated AFG3021B and AFG3022B, these new models have an arbitrary waveform memory increased from 64k to 128k points. They also include full system connectivity via USB, GPIB and LAN interfaces, the latter being LXI compliant. Investing in people, with military precisionSensor Technology has received the Investors in People Award, recognising its commitment to training and its record of staff retention. 
Mobile phone tester enhanced by TD-SCDMA test optionYokogawa Electric Corporation has developed a test software option for the VC3300 wireless communication tester that supports the TD-SCDMA third generation (3G) mobile telecommunications system now being considered for commercialisation in China. Shipment of this software option will commence at the end of December. 
LeCroy launches new 13 GHz OscilloscopeLeCroy Corporation announces the launch of a new 13 GHz Test Solution for next generation serial data standards. Comprised of the SDA13000 Serial Data Analyzer, the D13000PS Active Differential Probe, and a suite of innovative debug and analysis tools, LeCroy's system goes beyond compliance testing to provide the most powerful methods for next generation serial data bus design, development and debug available today. With a bandwidth of 13 GHz, a sample rate of 40 GS/s, and 100 Mpts/ch memory; LeCroy's SDA13000 troubleshoots challenging physical layer problems during development, and delivers the perfect solution for compliance testing of next generation serial data standards. 
New Integrated C-V Module and Software in Market-Leading 4200-SCS from KeithleyKeithley Instruments, Inc. announces a new C-V measurement instrument for its powerful Model 4200-SCS Semiconductor Characterization System. The Model 4200-CVU instrument comes as a module that plugs into any available instrument slot of the Model 4200-SCS, allowing fast and easy capacitance measurements from femtoFarads (fF) to nanoFarads (nF), at frequencies from 10kHz to 10MHz. 
3GHz spectrum analyserJust announced by specialist instrumentation distributor, Aspen Electronics, is a 3GHz spectrum analyser. The GSP 830, manufactured in Taiwan by GW Instek, is well suited to a range of measurement applications in manufacturing, installation and field service, EMI testing and education sectors. R&D labs will also find it a cost effective tool, as it has suitable phase noise performance. 
PXI Express RF Vector Signal Generator with 20 MHz Onboard Signal ProcessingNational Instruments has announced the release of the NI PXIe-5672, an RF vector signal generator that delivers signal generation from 250 kHz to 2.7 GHz, 20 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth and real-time data streaming at up to 25 MS/s. The NI PXIe-5672 also features a PXI Express interface that makes it possible to stream data from hard disk or PC memory at the full output rate of the instrument. The NI PXIe-5672 is compatible with all NI PXI, PXI Express modular instruments and NI LabVIEW modulation algorithms, making it easy for engineers to develop a complete PXI-based RF record and playback system, as well as broadcast video and general-purpose communication test systems. P25 Trunking option for the 3900 Series Radio Test SetAeroflex has announced an option for the its 3900 Series Digital Radio Test Set to support P25 Trunking. The 3900 Series is the latest generation of Aeroflex radio test systems to support current and future technologies for the Land Mobile Radio industry. The newest version, the 3920 Digital Radio Test Set, was released in June 2007. 
New low cost Boundary Scan Controller enables reliable TAP Access over greater DistancesGOEPEL electronic a world-class vendor of JTAG/Boundary Scan solutions compliant with IEEE Std. 1149.x, introduced the ScanBooster/USB-FXT as an additional high-performance but low cost controller. The new controller is based on a USB2.0 interface and complements the already existing ScanBooster™ product range by externally coupled test heads. This gives a solution for problems of critical TAP accesses to ATE fixtures and HASS/HALT applications. Now JTAG/Boundary Scan Test, PLD programming and In-System programming of moderate size's can safely be executed over longer distances. 
Portable combined TV and spectrum analyser covers frequencies from 100 kHz to 3 GHzNow available from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments), the new Rohde & Schwarz FSH3-TV is a hand-held spectrum analysers incorporating measurement functions for analogue and digital TV signals. 
NEW TEST TECHNOLOGY BOOSTS ISO COMPATIBIILITYThe latest generation electrical safety testing instruments from Clare Instruments feature innovative new software aimed at automating and speeding the electronic test process as well as meeting ISO compatibility requirements. 
ACCURATE TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT WITH THE CROPICO 3000 SERIESThe Cropico range of high-accuracy digital temperature indicators sets new standards of measurement flexibility. Designed for precision temperature measurement in a wide range of electronics, scientific and environmental monitoring applications, the three model range offers a choice of inputs for platinum resistance thermometers and all popular thermocouple types. 
Add-on Modules Boost RF Output of Signal Forge 1000 Signal Generators to 2.6 GHzSignal Forge today released two add-on modules that increase the RF output of the Signal Forge 1000 signal generator to 2.6 GHz. The 2500M Frequency Expansion module provides an RF output in the frequency range of 1.5 GHz to 2.6 GHz and the 1800M provides an RF output in the 1.0 GHz to 1.8 GHz band. The devices extent the 1 GHz output frequency of the Signal Forge 1000 (SF1000) Signal Generator. The modules attach to and are controlled by the SF1000 allowing the user to add higher RF frequency capabilities without buying an entirely new signal generator. 
Lifetime warranty on new Tektronix oscilloscopes from TTiAs a Tektronix Platinum Distribution Partner, TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is now offering a limited lifetime warranty on the recently introduced Tektronix TDS1000B and TDS2000B digital oscilloscopes. 
Rotary Torque SensorsMachine designers have been presented with a significant new technology for measuring power in drive shafts and other rotating machine elements, following the launch of the RWT310/320 series of TorqSense Rotary Torque Sensors by developers Sensor Technology Ltd. 
High Accuracy MicrohmmeterThe Cropico DO5000 series of microhmmeters offers increased flexibility for the highly accurate measurement of cable resistance and a variety of other electronic component test and calibration applications. The versatile DO5000 has programmable current settings in 100 steps from 10µA to 10A and measures from 3mΩ to 30kΩ with a resolution of 0.1µΩ and ±0.03% accuracy. Portable Radio Test Set finds cable and antenna problems quicklyAeroflex has announced a free software upgrade to its portable 3500 Series Radio Test Set, now with Distance-to-Fault (DTF) measurement and enhanced VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) to quickly and easily find faults in cables and antennas and display results graphically. Other new features available with the software include 0.1Hz resolution for the internal modulation sources enabling the generation of squelch tones, and save and recall of test setups. The Aeroflex 3500 Radio Test Set is also unique among portable radio test sets in its ability to fully test both the transmitter and the receiver. 
Digital ohmmeter from CropicoThe Cropico Series 4000 digital ohmmeter range provides a highly practical solution for a wide range of low resistance measurement applications in the automotive manufacturing and engineering sector. The instrument includes a number of features to ensure measurement accuracy including forward and reverse current measurement with auto averaging, true current zero, long scale length and a selectable measurement range from 40mW to 4kW with respective resolutions between 10mW and 1W. 
Hand-held digital oscilloscope and multimeter in oneThe WENS 800 series of hand held digital oscilloscope meters is now available in the UK exclusively from Aspen Electronics. With a bandwidth of 20MHz, 40MHz or 60MHz, the 2-channel DOM delivers a maximum 200MSamples/s sample rate, with an impressive 2.5GSamples/s repetitive sampling feature and a long 125kbyte record length. 
Aeroflex outlines initial product strategy for 3G LTE testAeroflex has outlined its initial strategy for the development of test products to support the new 3G Long-Term Evolution (3G LTE) standard, 3GPP's vision for ensuring 3G remains the dominant global cellular technology going forward into the next decade. "It is generally accepted that, beyond the increasing deployment of important technology enhancements such as High Speed Packet Access (HSPA), both on the uplink and the downlink, significant, further 3G evolution is required if it is to continue to dominate the global cellular market," said Phil Windred of Aeroflex Test Solutions, Wireless Division. "3G will need to compete head-on with DSL in order to win the fixed/mobile substitution battle as well as compete with rapidly developing alternative technologies such as WiMAX for broadband wireless access and DVB-H for broadcast." 
Versatile digital ohmmeter from CropicoThe Cropico DO4A is a highly versatile digital ohmmeter used for low resistance measurement across a diverse range of electronic design and manufacturing applications. Of particular relevance is the instrument's role in the precision resistance measurement of electronic components and switches as well as electrical connectors, crimp joints, fuses and similar products. 
Hi-pot flash tester and scanner from ClareClare Instruments has developed a new hi-pot flash tester and scanner for the functional and quality validation of a wide range of electronic components. The microprocessor controlled H2 Hal Scan can be used to confirm the safety, integrity and performance of semiconductor devices, interconnections, wound components (including transformers), switches and similar devices used in the manufacture and assembly of electronic and electrical products. 
Portable digital microhmmeter from CropicoThe new Cropico DO7010 portable digital microhmmeter has been developed for a wide range of electronic engineering and manufacturing applications requiring accurate low resistance measurement. 
Low-jitter clock generator with DC to 2.05 GHz frequency rangeThe Stanford Research Systems CG635, now available in the UK from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments), is a low-jitter clock generator which can provide a wide range of clean, precise clocks for the most critical timing requirements. Blocking and Inter-modulation test capabilities added to Aeroflex's 6413A UMTS basestation test systemThe addition of new Blocking and Inter-modulation test capabilities on Aeroflex's 6413A UMTS basestation test system have been designed to help optimise the receiver performance of both newly commissioned and in-service basestations. 
LeCroy's 3 GHz Serial Data Analyzers are for Real Time Analysis of High-Speed Serial DataLeCroy has announced a new Serial Data Analyzer SDA3010 (3 GHz bandwidth for data rates up to 1.5 Gb/sec) very competitively priced at EUR 31.990 / GBP 22'010. The SDA3010 makes it easy to accurately and reliably perform measurements on high speed serial data streams. With serial data — both electrical and optical — quickly becoming a dominant form of data transmission, fast and accurate analysis becomes a priority. 
Tektronix Arbitrary/function generators from TTiNow available from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is the Tektronix AFG3000 Series of arbitrary/function generators, consisting of six models with the market-leading 240 MHz, dual-channel, 2 GS/s AFG3252 at the head of the series. 3G mobile protocol test system has channel fading capabilityAeroflex has announced that it has added a radio channel fading capability to its highly successful 6401 AIME 3G mobile protocol test system. The 6401 AIME's new radio channel emulation capability addresses and overcomes the inherent drawbacks of traditional RF based radio channel emulation methods by integrating these functions at baseband. Applying the time varying radio channel characteristics digitally facilitates very high accuracy combined with precise repeatability, essential for thorough testing of the physical layer of 3G devices. 
LeCroy Introduces New Oscilloscope Based Vehicle Bus AnalyzerLeCroy is launching two new Vehicle Bus Analyzers (VBA) ?,the first conventional oscilloscope that "speaks the engineer's language" by decoding CAN serial data into Symbolic (application layer) text. Shimadzu equipment for RoHS validation of componentsLambda UK, manufacturer of power supplies, has been using instruments from Shimadzu to test components for compliance with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) directives, which came into effect at the beginning of July 2006. 
EMC Test System Gets WiFi ControlSchaffner has updated its Modula EMC test system. It can now be remotely controlled from distances up to 30m using an optional WiFi enabled PDA or PC with wireless LAN. |
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