Modular Systems

Applications

• Transportable applications (can also be rack-mounted)

Functionality

• 2 slots for AXIe instrument modules
• Embedded AXIe system module
• High Power, 200W Cooling per slot

Performance characteristics

• Gigabit LAN connection to each module slot
• Gen 2 PCIe x8 interface to system controller provide up to a 4 GB/s data rate from external controller
• Gen 2 PCIe x4 links to each module slot (maximum 2 GB/s data rate)

The M9502A AXIe Chassis is fully compatible with the AXIe 1.0 specification. It includes an embedded system module (ESM) that does not take up an instrument slot. This system module performs the chassis management functions contained in the AXIe specification. Additionally, it provides PCI and LAN interfaces for connection to an external computer, external clock and trigger connectors, and Keysight-exclusive, inter-chassis synchronization connectors. The local bus implemented in the M9502A provides the maximum 62 pairs allowed by the AXIe specification. Combine the M9502A with the M9048A PCIe Desktop Adaptor to achieve the highest system bandwidth.

The M9502A is perfect for transportable applications that require the higher performance of AXIe. It can also be installed in a rack and the instrument modules slots are arranged horizontally to minimize rack space. This arrangement combined with a high-performance cooling system allows the chassis to be racked in only 2U of space. The M9502A is also designed to be easily maintained as both the power supply and fan tray can be removed while the chassis remains in the rack.

• random level interference with crest factor > 4
• sinusoidal level interference
• common mode and differential mode
• bandwidth adjustable up to 32 GHz
• four differential output channels to avoid baluns
• adjustable amplitude up to 1 Vpp (single-ended), 2 Vpp (differential)
• 1-slot AXIe module for combined configurations with M8040A high-performance BERT
• graphical user interface and remote control via M8070B system software for M8000 series of BER test solution

The Keysight M8054A interference source generates repeatable and accurate level impairments for testing high-speed digital receivers that support symbol rates up to 64 Gbaud.

The target application is receiver test for devices with PCIe® 4/5, OIF CEI-56G, IEEE 802.3 bs, bj, cd, by, SAS, and other high-speed digital interfaces.

Applications

• Transportable applications (can also be rack-mounted)

Functionality

• 5 slots for AXIe instrument modules
• Embedded AXIe system module
• High Power, 200W Cooling per slot

Performance characteristics

• Gigabit LAN connection to each module slot
• Gen 2 PCIe x8 interface to system controller provide up to a 4 GB/s data rate from external controller
• Gen 2 PCIe x4 links to each module slot (maximum 2 GB/s data rate)

The M9505A AXIe Chassis is fully compatible with the AXIe 1.0 specification. It includes an embedded system module (ESM) that does not take up an instrument slot. This system module performs the chassis management functions contained in the AXIe specification. Additionally, it provides PCI and LAN interfaces for connection to an external computer, external clock and trigger connectors, and Keysight-exclusive, inter-chassis synchronization connectors. The local bus implemented in the M9505A provides the maximum 62 pairs allowed by the AXIe specification. Combine the M9505A with the M9048A PCIe Desktop Adaptor to achieve the highest system bandwidth.

The instrument modules slots are arranged horizontally to minimize rack space. This arrangement combined with a high-performance cooling system allows the chassis to be racked in only 4U of space. The M9505A is also designed to be easily maintained as both the power supply and fan tray can be removed while the chassis remains in the rack.

Precision AWG with two DAC settings

• 14-bit resolution up to 8 GSa/s
• 12-bit resolution up to 12 GSa/s

High-speed arbitrary waveform generators

• Variable sample rate from 125 MSa/s to 8 / 12 GSa/s
• Spurious-free-dynamic range (SFDR) up to 90 dBc typical
• Up to 2 GSa arbitrary waveform memory per channel with advanced sequencing
• Analog bandwidth up to 5GHz

Unique Performance – Unique Value

• Up to 90 dBc SFDR - Tones clearly stand out of noise (Even with thousands of tones)
• 2 GSa memory per channel - Realistic signal scenarios with long playtime
• 5 GHz analog bandwidth - Mimic analog imperfections with custom ISI

Key applications

• Radar, Satellite, Electronic Warfare, Multilevel Signals
• ADC testing (Analog Digital Converter testing), Jitter Margin Testing
• Digital Video, Noise Power Ratio Measurement, Wireless HD, HDMI, MHL
• IEEE 802.11ad, CaTV, OFDM, Software Defined Radio

Enhance your reality - with the M8190A 12 GSa/s Arbitrary Waveform Generator

From low-observable systems to high-density comms, testing is more realistic with precision arbitrary waveform generation. Now you can take reality to the extreme: A Keysight AWG is the source of greater fidelity, delivering high resolution and wide bandwidth – simultaneously. This unique combination lets you create signal scenarios that push your design to the limit and bring new insight to your analysis. Get bits and bandwidth – and enhance your reality.

The M8190A AWG works with all leading software platforms

MATLAB software, BenchLink Waveform Builder Pro Software , Wideband Waveform Center for wideband modulation in 60 GHz wireless communications and more.

Additional Information:

• Also available as M8190S Multichannel Arbitrary Waveform Generator System. Two multi-channel selections are available:
• 4-channel system: Consists of one M9505A 5-slot AXIe chassis (M8190S-B04), one M8192A synchronization module, and two M8190A AWG modules, including the required number of clock and trigger cables
• 8-channel system: Consists of two M9505A 5-slot AXIe chassis (M8190S-B08), one M8192A synchronization module, and four M8190A AWG modules, including the required number of clock and trigger cables

As devices and interfaces become faster and more complex, the Keysight M8195A arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) provides the versatility needed to create signals for digital applications, optical and electrical communication, advanced research, wideband radar, and satcom.

In addition to 25 GHz bandwidth, 8-bit vertical resolution, and up to 4 channels in a 1-slot AXIe module, the M8195A offers real-time signal and impairment generation, as well as advanced 3-level sequencing for even longer signal scenarios. Enhance your test setup with real-time mode, built-in frequency and phase response calibration, sequencing, and deep memory.

• generate two independent I/Q baseband signals (dual polarization = 4 channels) at up to 32 GBaud and beyond
• produce NRZ, PAM4, PAM8, DMT, etc. signals at up to 32 GBaud
• support protocols such as HDMI™, C-PHY™ and D-PHY™
• embed / de-embed channels, add jitter, ISI, noise, and other distortions
• supply any mathematically defined arbitrary waveforms, ultra-short yet precise pulses, and extremely wideband chirps
• enable up to 1 Vpp(se) or 2 Vpp(diff) output amplitude
• provide wideband RF signals with an instantaneous bandwidth of DC to 25 GHz for aerospace and defense, or communication applications
• extend memory capabilities with 16 GSa to generate PRBS7, PRBS10, PRBS11, PRBS15 up to PRBS31

Synchronization of up to four M8195A AWG modules or 16 independent channels for complex signal scenarios

Precise alignment for repeatable measurements

• one trigger input can trigger up to 4 M8195A modules with a delay accuracy of ±20 ps
• skew repeatability of 1 ps between modules independent of sampling rate
• skew resolution of 50 fs between modules

1 U AXIe module for high port density

The Keysight M8197A is a synchronization module for up to 4 M8195A modules. Using the M8197A, a fully synchronous system with up to 16 channels per AXIe 5-slot chassis can be realized. The M8197A also provides a dynamic control input / general purpose output that can be used with one or more M8195A modules.

Typical applications:

• multi-lane serial applications
• phase coherent multi-channel I / Q signal generation up to 8 I/Q pairs
• phase coherent multi-channel IF / RF generation with up to 16 IF / RF signals
• physics
• MIMO  

M8290A Modular Coherent Test Solution

The Keysight M8290A optical modulation analyzer and high-speed digitizer test solution is a flexible platform for up to 400G coherent devices and transmitter test. It incorporates a 92 GSa/s modular optical modulation analyzer and a 92 GSa/s four-channel electrical digitizer. The platform has an additional arbitrary waveform generator module up to 92 GSa/s to add to the same AXIe chassis. This setup is a compact and flexible test solution and easily integrates with software for integrated, coherent receiver (ICR) and coherent optical device (COD) module characterization.

• Compact and flexible AXIe modular form factor
• Maximum symbol rate at 74 Gbaud
• Sample rate at 83 to 92 GSa/s
• Maximum record length at 512 k samples
• Eight-bit ADC resolution

Applications

• Coherent optical transmitter testing
• Coherent receiver ICR testing
• Coherent optical transmit and receive devices

12 GSa/s Streaming Arbitrary Waveform Generator

Functionality

• Highest performance streaming arbitrary waveform generator with up to 12 GSa/s
• Full rate, gapless streaming of raw or I/Q samples from compatible storage, DSP, digitizers or custom hardware
• Up to 2 channels in a 2U AXIe module, controlled via external PC or AXIe system controller
• 1 or 2 channel AWG module with
  • 14-bit resolution up to 8 GSa/s
  • 12-bit resolution up to 12 GSa/s
• Variable sample rate from 1 GSa/s to 8 or 12 GSa/s
• Analog bandwidth up to 5 GHz
• Spurious-free-dynamic range (SFDR) up to -90 dBc typical
• Harmonic distortion (HD) up to -72 dBc typical
• Internal broadband clock synthesizer with optional low-phase-noise clock input
• Optional real-time digital signal processing in Keysight Technologies, Inc. proprietary ASIC for digital up-conversion to IF1

Performance

• 12 bit resolution up to 12 GSa/s
• 14 bit resolution up to 8 GSa/s
• Analog Bandwidth up to 5 GHz
• Spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) -90 dBc @ 100 MHz

Optical data interface

• 2 x 160 Gb/s optical streaming interface
• Supports full rate, gapless streaming of samples into the M8121A from compatible storage, digital signal processing (DSP) or digitizer devices or custom hardware
• Synchronization input for deterministic latency e.g. from a digitizer input to M8121A output

Two output paths for different applications

• Direct DAC — optimized for best SFDR & HD
  • SFDR up to -90 dBc (typ), out = 100 MHz, measured DC to 2 GHz
  • Amplitude 350 mVpp ... 700 mVpp, offset –20 mV ... +20 mV
  • Differential output
• Optional DC coupled amplifier
  • Amplitude 500 mVpp ... 1.0 Vpp; (over-programming down to 150 mV possible)
  • Output voltage window: –1.0 V … +3.3 V
  • Differential output

M8192A multi-channel synchronization module

• Phase coherent synchronization of up to six M8121A modules (= 12 channels)
• One trigger input can trigger up to six M8121A modules with deterministic latency
• Skew can be adjusted with 50 fs delay resolution between any two channels
• 1U AXIe module for high port density

Applications

• Aerospace and defense
• Communications
• Electronics test
• High-energy physics

Functionality

• 5 slots for AXIe instrument modules
• Embedded AXIe system module
• High Power, up to 300W Cooling per slot
• Optional GPS synchronization and time stamping
• Optional integrated backside controller for digitizers (M9506A-BC1), enabling secure SCPI over LAN functionality

Performance characteristics

• Configurable, dual-port Gen 3 PCIe interface for connecting the chassis to an external controller and/or interconnecting multiple chassis (up to 16 GB/s data rate depending on configuration)
• Gen 3 PCIe x16 links to each module slot (maximum 16 GB/s data rate)
• Thunderbolt^TM 3 interface provides an alternative connection to a Thunderbolt-equipped laptop or desktop computer

The Keysight M9506A is a high-performance AXIe chassis and is the best choice for demanding, modular applications. The chassis is compliant with the AXIe 1.0 Rev 3.0 Wide-AXIe specification. It provides 5 slots for AXIe instrument modules, up to 300 watts per slot, and includes an embedded system module that does not take up an instrument slot. The embedded system module (ESM) provides a Gen 3 x8/x16 PCIe® interfaces for connecting the chassis to an external controller or expanding the system using multiple chassis. To minimize rack space, the instrument module slots are arranged horizontally. The chassis is the quietest AXIe chassis available with its new cooling design.

The M9506A-BC1 options adds a closed, instrument-grade, Linux-based controller to the back of the M9506A chassis. It was developed to enhance security for high channel count digitizer applications, bringing the ease of use of traditional benchtop together with the benefits of a modular platform. A simple LAN connection gives you easy SCPI based control of many channels in a small space.

The M9506A-GPS option adds GPS synchronization ability along with an external antenna port on the front panel. It provides an accurate 1 PPS output and the 10/100 MHz reference can be locked to this clock. The PPS signal can be propagated to trigger I/O and trigger events can be timestamped. Other GPS information is also provided including latitude, longitude, and altitude.

• cascade two ISI channels to emulate a wide range of channel loss with fine steps
• four short ISI channels of 8, 9, 11, and 13 inches (M8048A-001)
• four long ISI channels of 14, 16, 24, and 34 inches (M8048A-002)
• differential channels
• small size to locate closely to device under test

The M8048A ISI Channels can be used to emulate channel loses in receiver test setups. A choice of eight PC board traces with different lengths can be inserted into the signal path. The eight trace lengths range from 7.7 inch (196 mm) to 34.4 inch (874 mm). By cascading the traces within one box or with the other box, a wide range of channels can be emulated with very fine resolution steps. With their small size, the ISI channels can be located closely to the device under test. The cascadable ISI channels are complemented by Keysight’s compliance channels for SATA, DisplayPort, PCI Express, and HDMI.

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AWG with the Highest Combination of Speed, Bandwidth and Channel Density

The Keysight Technologies, Inc. M8194A arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) has the highest sample rate and the widest bandwidth in its class with up to 4 synchronized channels operating simultaneously in one module.

• AWG with the highest combination of speed, bandwidth, and channel density
• 1, 2, or 4 differential channels on a 1-slot AXIe module enable optimized channel density
• 120 GSa/s sample rate
• arbitrary signal generation with frequency content up to 50 GHz
• synchronization across modules
• 8-bit vertical resolution
• 512 kSamples per channel (enables PRBS 2¹⁵-1)

Designed to meet the requirements of 64 GBd / 64 QAM and 100 GBd PAM4, the M8194A addresses coherent optical and multi-level / multi-channel digital signal requirements. The M8194A is one of Keysight's high-speed AWGs, delivering 120 GSa/s and bandwidth up to 50 GHz. The M8194A offers flexibility, without complexity, in single- or multi-channel operation.