Arbitrary Waveform Generation Basics
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This course covers the basics of arbitrary waveform generators (also known as AWGs).

Learn:

  • Applications for an AWG
  • Key AWG specifications
  • How to optimize your waveforms 
Lessons
Lesson 1 - Introduction - Arbitrary Waveform Generation Basics

Lesson 1 - Introduction - Arbitrary Waveform Generation Basics

An introduction to the course objectives, topics, and benefits of learning the basics of arbitrary waveform generators (AWGs).
Lesson 2 - Why AWGs?

Lesson 2 - Why AWGs?

Explains the applications and advantages of using AWGs for testing various systems and devices with repeatable, realistic signals.
Lesson 3 - Playback Time & Memory Depth

Lesson 3 - Playback Time & Memory Depth

Defines playback time and memory depth and how they affect the duration and resolution of AWG waveforms, and how to optimize them for different signals and applications.
Lesson 4 - Sample Rate

Lesson 4 - Sample Rate

Explains what sample rate is, how it affects the accuracy and bandwidth of AWG waveforms, and how to optimize it for different signals and applications.
Lesson 5 - Dynamic Range & ENOB

Lesson 5 - Dynamic Range & ENOB

Describes what dynamic range and effective number of bits (ENOB) are, how they affect the fidelity and noise performance of AWG waveforms, and how to optimize them for different signals and applications.
Lesson 6 - Channel Embedding & De-Embedding

Lesson 6 - Channel Embedding & De-Embedding

An overview of channel embedding and de-embedding, their impact on signal integrity and AWG waveform distortion, and their versatile applications for various signals and scenarios.
Lesson 7 - Optimize with Software

Lesson 7 - Optimize with Software

Demonstrates how to use various software tools to automate and optimize the AWG waveform generation process, such as PathWave Signal Generation Software, PathWave BenchVue Software, PathWave Test Automation Software, and PathWave Signal Studio Software.
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