Test & Measurement
5G library allows designers to jump start research
The 5G topic is gathering momentum and Keysight Technologies has put its shoulder to the wheel by introducing the Keysight EEsof EDA 5G Baseband Exploration Library. Providing ready-to-use reference signal processing intellectual property (IP) for 5G technology research, this industry-first library dramatically increases the productivity for system architects and baseband physical layer (PHY) designers.
Updated XCP reference book addresses CAN FD
The second edition of the technical reference book “XCP – The Standard Protocol for ECU Development” is now available from Vector Software. In the new edition, the authors have addressed new topics such as the use of CAN FD as a transport layer. The XCP reference book can be ordered free-of-charge from the Vector website – in printed form or in various digital versions.
Instrumentation software market set for heady growth
With the rapid emergence of new technologies, the demand for simple and easy-to-use solutions has grown in the global instrumentation software market. Acknowledging this need, instrumentation software companies are focusing on simplifying complicated technical tasks and processes as well as adding new functionalities.
67GHz test setup presented at 5G Global Summit
Rohde & Schwarz has presented a compact test setup for generating and analysing signals up to 67 GHz at the 5G Global Summit in Busan, South Korea. The test setup consists of the up to 20 GHz R&S SMW200A high-end vector signal generator, a harmonic mixer from subsidiary Radiometer Physics GmbH (RPG) and the R&S FSW67 high-end signal and spectrum analyser.
Automotive debug options added to oscilloscopes
Keysight Technologies has introduced CAN FD (controller area network with flexible data rate) and SENT (single edge nibble transmission) decoding and triggering options for its InfiniiVision 4000 X-Series oscilloscopes. The new capabilities improve engineers’ efficiency in debugging CAN FD and SENT serial buses, which are used primarily in automotive applications.
Waveform generator boosts wideband digital channel simulator
An Arbitrary Waveform Generator (ARB) has been added to IZT’s 3040 wideband digital channel simulator. The generator enables the simulator to emulate other traffic on the satellite transponder, signals in adjacent bands or interference scenarios. With the internal generator memory, the simulator now supports the generation of user-defined signals, for example using MATLAB, which increases its flexibility.
Handheld RAN analysis solution saves investment costs
Keeping investment to a minimum is the attractive feature of JDSU’s RANAdvisor Handheld multi-technology radio access network (RAN) analysis solution available from test sourcing specialist Livingston. It can maximise the optimisation and troubleshooting possibilities when deploying next generation wireless networks.
Few simple clicks sets up Ethernet I/O module
Boasting a multitude of features, the ICP DAS WISE-5800 is a user-defined Distributed Ethernet I/O Module designed for remote logic control and monitoring in stock at Amplicon. A built-in web server interface allows users to implement IF-THEN-ELSE control logic operations in just a few simple clicks, eliminating the need for hours of programming and debugging, and ideal for users who are not familiar with programming and coding.
Tutorial reviews IEEE IJTAG standard
Coinciding with a major step toward final approval of the new IEEE P1687 Internal JTAG (IJTAG) standard for embedded instruments, a new tutorial explains how IJTAG can streamline the validation, test and debug of both the semiconductors where instruments are embedded and circuit boards where they are deployed.
Modular design enhances test bench
Lian-Li Industrial has unveiled the brushed aluminum PC-T80 DIY Test bench. An update of the PC-T60, the PC-T80 has added native radiator support and a more modular design. With dimensions of 440mm x 435mm x 335mm (17.3in x 17.1in x 13.1in) WxHxD, the test bench is separated into three zones, allowing for easy configuration and updates of hardware.