Test & Measurement
Power supplies pack in extra functionality
Tracking, sequencing and FuseLink offer extra functionality included in the new R&S HMC804x power supplies from Rohde & Schwarz. Data logging and an integrated energy meter are further features in products costing below 1000 Euro. The R&S HMC804x power supplies developed by Rohde & Schwarz subsidiary HAMEG Instruments are equipped with one (R&S HMC8041), two (R&S HMC8042) or three (R&S HMC8043) channels
Broadcast test system gets Digital TV Group thumbs-up
The Digital TV Group's Broadcasting Conformance Test Lab (DTG Testing) has successfully tested the Rohde & Schwarz BTC and the R&S AVBrun D-Book test suite. D-Book describes the interoperability requirements for digital terrestrial broadcast receivers in the UK. The individual chapters contain detailed test scenarios for testing the functionality, behaviour and performance of these receivers. Receivers that pass these tests can offer dist...
Data acquisition modules analyse sound and vibration
Data Translation has expanded their range of USB data acquisition modules for vibration measurements with 24-bit resolution with the the DT9857 series. The new modules provide eight or sixteen analogue inputs for IEPE/ICP sensors, such as measurement microphones or accelerometers. Key features also include two 32-bit analogue outputs, digital I/Os, a 32-bit tachometer input and three counters, supporting a wide variety of acoustic and vibration m...
Switching modules debut at AUTOTEST 2014
Pickering Interfaces launched four new switching modules at AUTOTEST 2014. These products include a new PXI signal insertion and monitor matrix, and updates to their PXI microwave multiplexers, PXI high-density large matrix BRIC range and PXI fault insertion switches.
electronica 2014: Keysight prepares test solutions range
Keysight Technologies is preparing an innovative and diverse range of electronic test solutions for visitors to electronica in Munich (Nov 11-14).These include a broad range of the most recent basic and general purpose instruments that span DC to RF, such as DMMs, frequency counters, audio analysers, signal generators and new mid-range oscilloscopes, the S-Series and InfiniiVision 6000-X.
USB power testers meet FSK and Baseband variants
The Packet-Master USB-PDA and Packet-Master USB-PDA-E are claimed to be the world's first dedicated USB Power Delivery Analysers and Exercisers. Each is supplied with a PC-based Windows application called GraphicUSB for capturing and displaying PD interactions. “USB Power Delivery” is a specification allowing USB to provide power in a more flexible and adaptable way.
Miniature attenuators cover frequencies up to 26.5GHz
A new range of high-performance miniature variable attenuators covering microwave frequencies up to 26.5GHz has been introduced by Link Microtek. Manufactured by Narda Microwave-East, an L3 Communications company, the variable attenuators are suitable for use in a variety of military and commercial applications, including communications, test, radar and electronic-warfare systems.
Microwave test system gets frequency upgrade
Aeroflex has released a 26.5 GHz high-frequency extension for the 7700 Integrated Microwave Test System. The extension increases the frequency coverage from 6 GHz to 26.5 GHz, to address the need for a compact, economical, high-frequency bench-top microwave test system.
RF power amp reference solution includes envelop tracking
A new PXI Reference Solution for RF power amplifier (PA) characterisation and test has been released by Keysight Technologies. The Reference Solution, which performs S-parameter, harmonic distortion, power and demodulation measurements, enables rapid, full characterisation of next-generation power amplifier modules, such as a power amplifier-duplexer (PAD).
Powerful debug tools upgrade touch screen oscilloscope
Teledyne LeCroy has introduced a touch screen as well as powerful debug tools and advanced triggering with the WaveJet Touch oscilloscope, claiming an unprecedented combination of performance and price.Built on the WaveJet 300 oscilloscope platform, the WaveJet Touch is available in two models with 350 MHz or 500 MHz bandwidth, four channels, up to 5 Mpts of memory at 2 GS/s, and a 7.5in touch screen display.