Test & Measurement
New release software upgrades data acquisition system
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has developed an enhanced version, release 2.0, of the GA10 data-logging software for the SMARTDAC+ data acquisition and control system. The GA10 software can collect, display, and record data from multiple data acquisition and recording devices and measuring instruments.
Audio test software enhances analyser performance
Audio Precision has released version 4.1, of its APx500 audio test software. It provides enhancements, including full input bandwidth across all channels for their two-channel (APx555 and APx525) and sixteen-channel (APx586) analysers. Version 4.1 of the APx500 audio test software enables users of the APx555, APx525 and APx586 audio analysers to access their system’s maximum input bandwidth across all channels of the test system.
Free courses tutor wireless test engineers
Anritsu has launched free e-Learning courses for mobile device engineers who use its Rapid Test Designer (RTD) software to test cellular modem chipsets and devices under development. RTD e-Learning offers a modular series of professional product training videos. All staff members belonging to an organisation with an RTD support agreement can log into their personal e-Learning account at times that are convenient to them.
Test capacity expanded to service mobile coms standards
CETECOM has increased testing capacity to service the growing demand for mobile communications (GSM, W-CDMA and LTE). CETECOM is an accredited laboratory (ATL) for all of these technical standards in North America, Europe and Asia.
Web interface enhances verification tool
TVS has added asureVIEW to the latest release of its asureSIGN management and verification tool. asureVIEW is a web based interface that allows asureSIGN to view real-time status of product requirement and test/coverage results. asureVIEW gives a pictorial view of accurate information about the verification efforts for both hardware and software projects.
Oscilloscopes cover 350MHz, 500MHz bandwidth
Amplicon’s Test and Measurement division has introduced the new Teledyne LeCroy WaveJet Touch; a high performance, low cost oscilloscope with a variety of debugging tools and flexible connectivity. The oscilloscopes come in either 350MHz or 500MHz bandwidth; as well as having an extremely small footprint for easy portability, they come with 2GS/s and 5Mpts long memory.
Smartphone converted to thermal imaging camera
FLIR System’s latest thermal imaging product to be released in Europe is on sale at Conrad. The FLIR ONE crams thermography expertise and thermal imaging cameras that enhance perception and awareness into a pocket-sized format. Utilising a slim case which conveniently attaches to an iPhone 5 or 5s, FLIR ONE turns a smartphone into a powerful thermal infrared camera, giving the ability to “see” and measure minute temperature vari...
Testing eCall in-vehicle systems
With the EU aiming to make the automatic eCall (emergency Call) system mandatory in all new cars by the end of 2015, conformance test systems that enable manufacturers to quickly and reliably verify their eCall solutions are in high demand. By Christian Hof, Product Manager, Mobile Radio Testers, Rohde & Schwarz.
Debuggers replace oscilloscopes & logic analysers
As debuggers can now provide extensive and often very effective graphics processing of huge amounts of data, could they replace oscilloscopes and logic analysers? By Jens Braunes, Software Architect, PLS Development Tools.
EMF solution enhances spectrum analyser performance
An electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation measurement system has been added to Anritsu’s Spectrum Master handheld MS271xE spectrum analysers and Cell Master MT8212E/MT8213E base station analysers. With the option installed and an Anritsu isotopic antenna attached, the analysers can be used by field technicians of government regulatory authorities and cellular operators to measure electromagnetic fields, ensuring wireless networks are in comp...