A new set of industrial time-sensitive networking (TSN) conformance test cases in IxNetwork from Ixia enable device manufacturers to ensure their devices are in compliance with the Avnu Alliance industrial test plan for 802.1Qbv-2015. In the industrial market, the evolution of the industrial internet of things (IIoT) will increase the amount of data harvested through […]
Test and Measurement Tips
Basic instrumentation for the electronics workbench
Engineers and technicians doing design, development, and testing have a wide range of instrumentation available for use on the test bench. So it might be useful to consider which instruments are considered the “basics” for the general case. Here are a few nominations along with the device properties that are generally considered “must-haves.” The unassuming […]
Improved PC-based data logging software works with USB data loggers
PicoLog 6 is a complete data acquisition software package. It provides a visual, easy-to-use interface for users to quickly set up simple or complex acquisitions, record, view and analyze data. Features include: Real-time data collection and display Visual logger and channel setup for easy configuration and viewing Available for Windows 7, 8 and 10 (32 […]
Difference between linear amplitude and decibel amplitude
In the time domain, amplitude, the dependent variable, is shown in volts relative to the Y-axis. In an oscilloscope display, for example, we may see branch circuit voltage as 325 V peak-to-peak, but the meaningful figure is 115 to 120 V, depending on your distance from the transformer, wire size and loading. One hundred and […]
Multi-frequency, multi-GNSS RF simulator handles 320 channels in a single chassis
The enhanced GSS9000 Series GNSS constellation simulator meets the ever-more-demanding test needs of high-performance satellite navigation systems. The enhanced GSS9000 Series’ enriched features and capabilities raise the bar for GNSS development and test. The enhanced GSS9000 Series doubles the number of supported channels (320 in a single chassis) while maintaining its full performance specification, including […]
Programmable dc electronic loads include e 300% peak-overpower capability
The 63200A series high power DC electronic loads are designed for testing a wide range of power conversion products including ac/dc and server power supplies, dc/dc converters, EV batteries, automotive charging stations, and other power electronics components. These units can be synchronously paralleled up to 240 kW and dynamically synchronized for generating complex multi-channel transient […]
Test system software enhancements help improve semiconductor production test efficiency
New Semiconductor Test System (STS) software enhancements deliver significant improvements to the programming and debugging experience, test execution speed, parallel test efficiency and overall equipment efficiency for the NI Semiconductor Test System. As market windows constrict, semiconductor production test engineers are trying to accelerate the process of developing, debugging and deploying new test programs to […]
Wiring for instrumentation labs
Most concerns about test instrumentation center on making accurate measurements. Engineers tend to take the underlying electrical infrastructure for granted. But it can be reassuring to know the lab electronics plug into an electrical system that is up to the task. Above all, any electrical installation must comply with the current electrical code, and an […]
New approach to frequency analysis on oscilloscopes
It has often been the case that optimizing scope setting to display a detailed view of an FFT results in a time-domain view that is suboptimal. Not anymore. Gary Waldo, Tektronix The debugging of embedded systems often involves looking for clues that are hard to discover when examined one domain at a time. The ability […]
Pocketable RF signal source provides test signals with or without PC connection
The VSG2G5C RF Vector Signal Generator is a cost-effective pocketable USB-connected RF signal source with capabilities that provide standalone and PC-controlled functions comparable to full-size analog RF signal generators. Offering frequencies from 100 Hz to 1 MHz (low-band) and 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz (RF band) with a frequency resolution of 1 Hz, this handy […]