Real-Time Analysis Spectrum Analyzer
RIGOL Technologies expanded its RF test portfolio with the RSA3000E real-time spectrum analyzer, which combines the power of a high-performance swept spectrum analyzer with real-time analyzer capability. Available in both 1.5 GHz and 3 GHz models, it also comes standard with 10 MHz of real-time analysis bandwidth with seamless capture and a 9.3-microsecond 100% POI. The RSA3000E also can function as a traditional swept-spectrum analyzer with a resolution bandwidth (RBW) of 1 Hz, a noise floor as low as -161dBm, phase noise of -102dBc/Hz, and a full-span sweep as fast as 1ms. RIGOL Technologies
Radio Test Station Upgraded for 5G
Anritsu’s MT8000A radio communication test station now has 5G protocol test functions, using NR (New Radio) Fading software supporting 3GPP TS 38.521-4 B.1/B.2 V15.0.0-compliant 5G NR channel (TDL) model tests. The test station features an integrated internal fader that can support either 2CC 4x4 MIMO tests with one unit or 8CC 2x2 MIMO tests with a pair of units. The MT8000A can cover critical frequency bands used by the first 5G services, such as the Sub-6 GHz band (FR1) frequencies of 2.5 GHz, 3.5 GHz, and 4.5 GHz, and the mmWave band (FR2) frequencies of 28 GHz and 39 GHz. Anritsu
Test Bench for mmWave devices used in 5G apps
Marvin Test Solutions’ TS-960e-5G production test system is designed for mmWave devices used in 5G applications and networks. The TS-960e-5G is based on the modular PXIe platform and can be configured with up to 24 independent VNA channels, up to 256 dynamic digital channels with per-channel parametric measurement units (PMUs) and a wide range of digital and analog instrument options. The TS-960e-5G compact test system supports both functional and DC parametric test capabilities. It also comes with 5G software tools and a digital vector conversion utility that supports ASCII, WGL, STIL, VCD, eVCD and ATP vector formats. Marvin Test Solutions
Linear Accuracy Joins Basic Power Supply Class
The R&S NGA100 is available in four models, each providing a choice of single or dual outputs at up to 35 V / 6 A (100 V / 2 A) per output. Single-output models supply up to 40 W, and dual-output models up to 80 W of power. The dual-output models can be combined to provide up to 200 V or 12 A. Rohde & Schwarz has implemented a linear design throughout the output circuits of the R&S NGA100 to significantly improve performance compared to the switched-mode circuits frequently found in basic power supplies. Rohde & Schwarz
High-Res, High Repeatability Alignment Stages
Optimal Engineering Systems’, AU200-200x200 Alignment Stages, supplied with a standard 4 mm-per-turn ground lead screw, feature 200 mm (7.874 in.) of travel in both the X and Y axes. These low-profile 80 mm (3.179 in.) high XY stages have a 250 mm x 250 mm (9.842 in. x 9.842 in.) open aperture. Integration of tooling and fixtures is facilitated through a precision series of threaded holes. The stepper motor driven AU200-200x200-01 XY Alignment Stage features a resolution of 1 micron when using a 20 micro-steps-per-step micro-stepper motor driver and better than 2 micron repeatability. OES
SoM Brings Edge Computing for Commercial Vehicles and Mobile Systems
MicroSys Electronics has launched its new MPXLX2160A, a ruggedized Edge SoM (System on Module) designed for commercial vehicles and mobile systems. The SoM is designed around NXP's QorIQ Layerscape LX2160A processor, with an Arm Cortex-A72 and up to 128 Gb of DDR4 RAM. The board also packs 24X SerDes Lanes with PCIe Gen3 x8, 100GbE/40GbE/25GbE/10GbE, and SATA. Additional features include 2X RGMII, 2X USB 3.0, 2X CAN-FD, UART, I2C, and Flex SPI. The MPX-LX2160A can handle up to 256 Gb of eMMC storage, an interface for external SD cards, temperature sensors, RTC, and a JTAG debugging interface. MicroSys Electronics
Multi-Channel Antenna Brings 4G LTE to the IoT
Novocomms has announced the launch of its FPCB LTE 4G multi-channel antenna designed for the Internet of Things (IoT). The LTE 4G Bands Flexible PCB features a customizable cable and can be adapted to respond to LB, MB or HB bands. All antennae are designed with 50Ω impedance, and are all available with a customizable coaxial cable. The FPCB LTE 4G antenna is well-suited for medical and wearable devices, and is designed to enable transmission and reception across 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and satellite frequencies. Novocomms
Ruggedized Industrial Computer Designed for Data Acquisition in Harsh Environments
MicroMax has designed a ruggedized computer with data acquisition for harsh environments. The M-Max VI-PR7 packs an Intel E3845 (or E3826) quad-core processor, with up to 4 Gb of RAM, an Intel HD Graphics integrated controller and up to 1 Tb of SSD storage. The computer also features a pair of 10/100/1000 Base-T ports, 2X RS-232, and 2X USB 2.0 ports. The M-Max VI-PR7 complies with MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD461F and MIL-STD-704F specifications, as well as IP66 rated for dust and moisture. The computer can handle vibration up to 2.5G, and is shock rated for 40G. MicroMax