Thursday, November 14, 2013: Signal generators or function generators are electronic devices that generate repeating or non-repeating electronic signals (in either the analogue or digital domains). They are generally used to design, test, troubleshoot and repair electronic or electroacoustic devices. Major factors that are presently driving the signal generators industry are the rapid developments in the communications industry, huge potential in the Asia Pacific market, and continuous growth of the demand for signal generators in the aerospace and defence sectors. In this section, we feature signal generators and analysers that were launched in India in the past seven months. However, companies like Teledyne LeCroy, Yokogawa, Aeroflex have not launched any products in this space in this period.
Model: 4050 series, Brand: B&K Precision, Manufacturer: B&K Precision Corporation, USA
Launched in August 2013, the 4050 series is a line of four dual-channel function/arbitrary waveform generators.
Key features
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All models are dual-channel, providing a main output voltage that can be varied from 0 to 10 Vpp into 50 ohms, and a secondary output that can be varied from 0 to 3 Vpp into 50 ohms
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Their large 8.89cm colour LCD display, rotary control knob, and numeric keypad with dedicated waveform keys and output buttons make waveform adjustments quick and effortless
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The 4050 series provides users 48 built-in arbitrary waveforms and the ability to create and load up to 10 custom 16 kpt waveforms using the included waveform editing software
Contact details: James Schada, product marketing manager, Ph: 714-921-9095 (USA), [email protected], www.bkprecision.com
India distributor: Digilab India
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Model: MS2830A, Brand: Anritsu, Manufacturer: Anritsu Corporation, Japan
Launched in July 2013, the MS2830A-044/045 signal analyser includes a spectrum analyser function for measuring up to 110 GHz using an external mixer based on the 26.5GHz/43 GHz upper frequency limit.
Key features
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Frequency range: MS2830A-044: 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz, MS2830A-045: 9 kHz to 43 Ghz
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Best-of-class wide dynamic range over 6 GHz
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10/31.25/62.5/125MHz analysis bandwidth options (signal analyser and modulation analysis functions)
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Eco-friendly, with low power consumption of 190 VA minimum
Contact details: For Asia Pacific sales region: Ph: +65-6282-2400 (Japan), [email protected]; For Europe and Middle East Asia: Ph: +44-1582-433261, [email protected]
India branch: Anritsu India Pvt Ltd
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Model: X-series, Brand: Agilent Technologies, Manufacturer: Agilent Technologies Inc., USA
Upgraded in May 2013, the X-series includes signal generators from baseband to 67 GHz, with frequency extensions to 500 GHz. From basic to advanced functionality, each signal generator delivers benchmark performance in its class to address the requirements in design and manufacture of radio transceivers and their components.
Key features
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Fastest switching time on the market with <250 µs from its programming interface and <0 µs in list mode
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+18dBm specified output power across the frequency range, excellent modulation quality—particularly at high output power levels
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Up to 160MHz modulation bandwidth (± 0.3dB flatness)
Contact details: Ph: +1-800-829-4444 (USA), [email protected], www.agilent.com
India branch: Agilent Technologies India Pvt Ltd
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Model: SMW200A, Brand: R&S, Manufacturer: Rohde & Schwarz, Germany
Launched in April 2013, the SMW200A vector signal generator can meet the most demanding applications. As a result of its flexibility, performance and intuitive operation, it is a great tool for generating complex, digitally modulated signals of high quality.
Key features
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One or two RF paths with frequency ranging from 100 kHz to 3 GHz or 6 Ghz
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Up to 160 MHz I/Q modulation bandwidth (in RF) with internal baseband
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Options for all important digital communications standards
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Optional integrated fading simulator with up to 160 MHz bandwidth
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Support of all key MIMO modes including 3×3, 4×4 and 8×2
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Intuitive operation via touchscreen with block diagram as key element
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One or two RF paths with frequency ranging from 100 kHz to 3 GHz or 6 Ghz
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Level of uncertainty (3 GHz) <0.5 dB
Contact details: Ph: +49-89-4129-0 (Germany), [email protected], www.rohde-schwarz.com
India branch: Rohde & Schwarz India Pvt Ltd
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Model: AWG70000 series, Brand: Tektronix, Manufacturer: Tektronix, Inc., USA
Launched in March 2013, the AWG70000 series supports a wide range of demanding signal generation requirements in defence electronics, high-speed serial, optical networking and advanced research applications.
Key features
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The AWG70000 offers bandwidth on demand by generating wide bandwidth signals at baseband, IF and RF frequencies up to 20 GHz, with greater than -80dBc dynamic range
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With up to 16G samples of waveform memory, it can generate unique signals that are long enough to simulate real world environments
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Researchers developing new and faster optical technologies can use the sample rate and high vertical resolution of the AWG70000 to very high bandwidth signals with good spectral purity
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The AWG70000 offers a two-box solution for HDMI 2.0, supporting four lanes at 6 Gbps per lane. It gives designers the ability to add impairments to waveforms directly, eliminating the dependency on hardware elements to generate the necessary signals
Contact details: Ph: 1-800-833-9200 (USA), www.tek.com
India branch: Tektronix India Pvt Ltd
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