- Spectrum Instrumentation introduces four new DN2.63x Netbox series arbitrary waveform generators (AWGs) featuring a signal sampling rate of 10 GS/s and 16-bit resolution.
- Controllable via Ethernet, these instruments connect directly to PCs, laptops or a corporate network.
- Designed for remote testing and automated test applications, they feature broadband signal generation capabilities over a frequency range from continuous to 2.5 GHz.
16-bit DAC technology delivers waveforms with excellent purity and low-noise, making these AWGs ideal for use in stimulus-response or closed-loop type testing situations. Each AWG channel features its own DAC and can be used in single-ended or differential output modes with fully programmable output ranges. In single-ended mode, waveform amplitudes go up to ±500 mV into 50Ω, in differential mode they go up to ±1 V into 100Ω. With high impedance termination, the output levels are doubled, offering up to ±2 V.
Available in single- or dual-channel configurations, the DN2.63x models include 2 GSamples (4 GB) of standard memory, expandable to 8 GSamples (16 GB). This enables long waveform playback – up to 800 ms at 10 GS/s – without interruption. Users can select between several smart trigger functions and generation modes, including single-shot, repeated, multiple replay and FIFO streaming. The FIFO mode enables new data to be uploaded to the AWG while replaying a stored waveform.
Each unit comes with Spectrum’s SBench 6 software for waveform creation, control, and analysis. Customers can define waveforms from equations, use the built-in function generator, or import data from digitizers, oscilloscopes, or simulation tools. For custom development, SDKs are included for C++, Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and more.
Integration into automated systems is seamless with front panel connectors for external clock and trigger signals, as well as multi-purpose I/O lines serving as marker outputs, for status flags, or synchronous/asynchronous signaling. A digital pulse generator option is also available. Weighing under 7 kg and with optional rack-mount kits, these units are ideal for mobile, benchtop and rack-based setups.
These new ultrafast AWGs are the latest additions to Spectrum’s generatorNETBOX lineup, which now comprises 35 different models from 40 MS/s to 10 GS/s. All NETBOX units include a 5-year warranty, free lifetime software/firmware updates, and support directly from Spectrum’s design engineers.
