Optical fiber is a highly efficient transmission medium for light. Slightly thicker than a human hair, optical fiber is manufactured by drawing out transparent plastic or glass into long strands. It is flexible, capable of bending around obstacles and being fished through small wall cavities. Light travels along straight paths unless influenced by an outside […]
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Mid-range scope delivers 10 GSa/sec sample rate, 500 M record length, 20X oversampling on a 500-MHz signal
The New 7000 Series Digital Oscilloscope has a 10 GSa/sec Sample rate and up to 500 M Record Length and can deliver 20X Oversampling on a 500-MHz signal while still capturing a full 50 msec; significantly longer than available in competitive products. The core of the 7000 Series Oscilloscope is RIGOL’s new UltraVision II architecture […]
Real-time spectrum analyzers available in 3.0 GHz and 4.5 GHz models
The New RSA3000 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer targets applications that don’t require the high performance or standard options of the performance RSA5000 Series. Price sensitive engineers looking to bring Real-Time Analysis to their test bench can now get an upgradable, powerful solution at an exceptional entry price. Available in 3.0 GHz and 4.5 GHz models with […]
VNAs get differential noise figure measurement option
A setup capable of conducting extensive characterization of the differential noise figure of differential devices used in high-speed wireless communication systems integrates a new differential noise figure option into the Anritsu VectorStar vector network analyzers (VNAs). This configuration allows R&D engineers to verify the receiver performance of low-noise amplifiers (LNAs) and other devices used in […]
RF transceiver card handles high bandwidth, multi-channel apps
The Sidekiq X4 high bandwidth multi-channel RF transceiver card is based on the RadioVerse ADRV9009 wideband RF transceiver design from Analog Devices, Inc. and provides up to 800 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth with its four-phase coherent (or independently tunable) RF receivers. Sidekiq X4 is compliant with the VITA 57.1 FPGA Mezzanine Card (FMC) form factor, […]
High-performance digital scopes integrate six instruments, boast fast waveform capture rate, large memory depth, powerful data analysis functions
Saelig Co., Inc. now handles the Rigol DS/MSO7000 series of oscilloscopes, four-channel advanced specification oscilloscopes with an excellent 10 GSa/sec real-time sample rate. They come in four bandwidth versions (100/250/350/500 MHz) as well as mixed-signal versions that offer 16 digital debug channels. Based on Rigol’s new UltraVision II architecture and innovative proprietary Phoenix chipset these […]
Digital oscilloscope delivers 20X oversampling on 500 MHz signal
RIGOL Technologies announces a significant addition to its oscilloscope portfolio with the introduction of the New 7000 Series Digital Oscilloscope. The instrument offers 10GSa/sec sample rate and up to 500M record length, and 20X oversampling on a 500MHz signal providing unmatched signal resolution while still capturing a full 50ms. The core of the 7000 Series Oscilloscope is […]
Sinclair Appoints Two Tech Execs
Sinclair Broadcast is filling out its technical executive team, naming a new chief information officer and a deputy chief technology officer. Brian Bark, formerly of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, has been tapped as Sinclair’s first CIO, while Mike Kralec is joining the broadcast giant as VP of technical operations and deputy CTO. Bark is charged with […]
Modulated RF power amps for pre-compliance immunity testing
The TekBox TBMDA2/TBMDA3 Modulated Wideband Power Amplifiers are designed to create an inexpensive signal source for pre-compliance immunity testing of electronic PCBs and products. Driven by the tracking generator output of a spectrum analyzer, they provide the increased RF power outputs required by many test environments. With an input power range of up to -8 […]
Portable, 4-in-1 26.5 GHz calibration kits for T&M, field testing, antenna measurement and cable verification
A new line of 4-in-1 3.5-mm calibration kits for test and measurement, field testing, antenna measurement and cable verification applications consists of two models, both with a compact, lightweight, 4-in-1 design package. These short-open-load-through (SOLT) calibration kits have a 26.5-GHz calibration capability. They feature gold-plated 3.5-mm connectors and a handy lanyard. Plus, they are available […]