EE-Evaluation Engineering articles from February 2002

EE-Evaluation Engineering archives from February 2002

It's all about security. (Editorial).
February 1, 2002... An adult luxury-living complex in Pennsylvania is going high tech in a big way. Under an $800,000 contract, The Manor at Yorktown is being outfitted with an impressive security and access system that just might rival one likely to be found in...

SiGe scope features 6-GHz bandwidth. (Product Briefing).
February 1, 2002... The TDS6604 is a silicon germanium, four-channel, real-time digital storage oscilloscope with a 6-GHz bandwidth and a simultaneous 20-GS/s sample rate on two channels. It includes triggering features that support clock recovery at data rates up...

Supplies provide high power in 1-Slot configurations. (Product Briefing).
February 1, 2002... The TTX Series Power Supplies provide full power at 60[degrees]C 400 lfm with 87% efficiency within one slot for Compact PCI[TM] systems. The proprietary design is available in two models; a 48-VDC input, 400-W, 3U with outputs of 5 V @ 35 A....

System targeted for off-line test-program development. (Product Briefing).
February 1, 2002... The Versatest Series Model V4100 TDS Test Development System for nonvolatile memory is available in performance levels of 40, 70, and 100 MHz. It is fully compatible with the Versatest V4400 Memory Test System, enabling test programs from the...

Midrange scopes eliminate manual setups. (Product Briefing).
February 1, 2002... Three 600-MHz to 1-GHz Infiniium 54800B Oscilloscopes feature the company's MegaZoom technology with acquisition memory depths up to 8 Mpoints/channel and sampling rates up to 4 GS/s. The 54830B, 54831B, and 54832B scopes feature Motorola...

Linux for data acquisition: Linux vs. Windows--the contest rages on. Here's some more information to help you decide which of the two operating systems is best for your applications. (Data Acquisition).
February 1, 2002... Linux is fast becoming the operating system of choice for test and measurement as well as process control applications based on traditional desktop hardware. The primary reasons for this are robustness of the operating system and the...

High-Frequency test socket. (Instrumentation).
February 1, 2002... An RF test socket is available for CSP/BGA devices with 0.5-mm to 1.27mm pitch. The spring-probe contact accurately provides more than 500,000 insertion/withdrawal cycles. For optimum performance, the socket has a 0.098" signal path for 1.00-mm...

Direct Synthesizer. (Instrumentation).
February 1, 2002... The PTS 1600 Synthesizer covers a frequency range of 1 MHz to 1.6 GHz. High-speed remote control is provided through the standard TTL-level parallel interface port; a GPIB interface provides 50-[mu]s or better frequency switching. The PTS 1600...

Instrumentation Recorder. (Instrumentation).
February 1, 2002... The DATAMAX II[TM] Test Friendly[TM] Instrumentation Recorder incorporates COTS technology that simultaneously records analog, digital, and video data. The recorder features a data rate of 102.4 Mb/s, a 90-kHz analog bandwidth, and a storage...

DC Power Supply. (Instrumentation).
February 1, 2002... The XPD Series of Programmable DC Power Supplies provides up to 540 W for benchtop, ATE, and OEM applications. The quarter-rack wide chassis can be rack-mounted in multiple-unit configurations of up to four 500-W supplies. The series includes...

Power Analyzer. (Instrumentation).
February 1, 2002... The WT1600 is a six-phase power analyzer with Ethernet capability. It has 12 MB of internal memory, an SCSI interface, DC to 1-MHz bandwidth, and speed and torque inputs for motor evaluation. Self-contained power measurements range from 15 mW...

High-Frequency Probes. (ATE).
February 1, 2002... A new body style for the Air Coplanar[R] Probe Series maintains the same existing electrical characteristics of the signal path for all probes from DC to 110 GHz while providing a lower-profile body with a 45[degrees] connector. The body style...

Flash Memory Tester. (ATE).
February 1, 2002... The T5771ES is a desktop version of the company's T5771 Front-End Flash Memory Test System. It has a functional testing speed of 100 MHz and overall timing accuracy of [+ or -]0.5 ns. The system also features Flash Match circuitry and the...

Bluetooth test set. (ATE).
February 1, 2002... The E1852B is a dedicated test set that establishes a link using the standard Bluetooth[TM] protocol and performs functional test and simultaneously measures key Bluetooth RF parameters. Plug-and-play drivers are provided to aid test...

Control Module. (Data Acquisition).
February 1, 2002... The Model 4867 GPIB Data Acquisition and Control Module has 32 digital I/O lines, six relay driver outputs, six analog outputs, six analog inputs, and four Type-J thermocouple inputs. The 32 TTL digital lines with pullups can be configured as...

GPRS Network Monitor. (Communications Test).
February 1, 2002... The NET-GPRS Monitoring System supports the deployment and performance verification of new General Packet Radio Service network features. The system attaches to the SS7/GSM and GPRS signaling/data links that reside within every GPRS network...

Testing on the EDGE (Part I): There's no stopping progress; Be ready for the next generation of wireless technology by learning the basics of GPRS and EDGE systems. (Wireless Test).
February 1, 2002... We call have witnessed the explosive growth of digital cellular communications, particularly mobile phones that implement the GSM standard. When you combine the accelerating market acceptance of digital wireless with the attraction of...

New DMMs address specific applications: Service calls go faster if you can measure frequency, capacitance, and temperature as well as volts and amps. (DMMs).
February 1, 2002... In contrast to terms that have changed their meanings over the years, multimeter is even more appropriate today than when first coined. In addition to the basic voltage, current, and resistance measurement capabilities, modern digital...

Backdrive current-sensing techniques provide ICT benefits. (Board ATE).
February 1, 2002... Backdriving has been part of in-circuit testing for more than 20 years, but always the subject of controversy. A new pin technology could put an end to the debate. In-circuit testers rely on bed-of-nails-type fixtures that give the tester...

A user's resource. (PC-based Test).
February 1, 2002... Over the years, the PC-based test industry has evolved from a few simple circuits to a selection of literally hundreds of sophisticated products. And with the number of new-product developments growing each day, the capabilities of PC-based...

Data Acquisition. (PC-based Test Product Guide).
February 1, 2002... Data acquisition I/O Module or System Company Model Advantech Automation ADAM-4015 C 877-294-8989 www.advantech.com ADAM-5080...

Instrumentation. (PC-based Test Product Guide).
February 1, 2002... INSTRUMENTATION Arbitrary Waveform Generators Company Model Analogic DBS2055/DP7040-2 C 978-977-3000 www.analogic.com DBS901/DP7020-2...

Interfaces. (PC-based Test Product Guide).
February 1, 2002... INTERFACES Computer-to-Instrument Company Model Advantech Automation PCI-1602 B 877-294-8989 www.advantech.com WLAN-9030 C ...

Software. (PC-based Test Product Guide).
February 1, 2002... SOFTWARE Analysis or Control Company Model Corells ScanPlus Debugger 562-926-6727 www.corells.com DSP Development DADiSP 2000 800-424-3131...

CTR or TBR-that is the question: Since using CTRs to prove compliance with the R&TTE directive is prohibited, find out which harmonized standards are replacing them. (Dealing with EMC).
February 1, 2002... The R&TTE directive is an integrated approach that has addressed the test requirements of the European market since its introduction in April 2000. The directive, known as 1995/5/EC, is intended to replace existing national regulations as well...

New tool for defining vehicle noise: Vehicle noise is a complex mix of sounds, but a new approach to refining periodic noise sources can separate supercharger whine from fan whoosh and bearing rumble. (Vibration Test).
February 1, 2002... It is a common driving experience. The stoplight changes to green, and as you slam your foot to the floor, you experience the audible and tactile sensation of your engine accelerating you forward until sensibility and the speed limit bring you...

Boundary Scan Software. (Software).
February 1, 2002... The GOEPEL electronic SYSTEM CASCON[TM] 4.0 boundary scan workbench focuses on ease of use and extended functionality. The new Interactive Project Supervisor guides you through complete project development and enables hierarchical and...

Cable Test Program. (Software).
February 1, 2002... Build and Browser display capabilities have been added to the Windows-based TestRite Software for the Series 90 PC-Based Continuity Analyzers. With the Build feature, users can construct assemblies and verify assembly-point locations in the...