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Introducing the Agilent 81101A Pulse Generator
What you can do with the Agilent 81101A
What you can do with the
Agilent 81101A
This section introduces the basic features and use models of the
Agilent 81101A Pulse Generator.
Basic Features
The Agilent 81101A is a single-channel pulse generator with variable
transition times. It is capable of generating all standard pulses and bursts
of pulses needed to test current logic technologies (for example, TTL,
CMOS, ECL, PECL, LVDS, GTL) and other digital designs up to 50 MHz.
The instrument features two internal oscillators:
a synchronously triggerable internal oscillator
an accurate, stable internal PLL
For even more accuracy, an external frequency reference can be
connected.
Any timing parameter can be varied without glitch or drop out. This
contributes to more accurate and confident characterizations of the
device under test (DUT).
Complete signal setups can be stored locally (9 internal non-volatile
registers available) or on a memory card.
Benchtop Testing
The Agilent 81101A features a graphic display showing all pulse
parameters at a glance. The cursor keys and the modify knob allow fast
and simple operation.
The user interface is designed to minimize the time invested in getting
familiar with the instrument. After familiarization, the instrument
supports quick setups of signals. This leaves you free to concentrate on
the measurement task and testing of the DUT.