Agilent 81142A is a high-speed serial pulse data generator capable of generating signals with a frequency of up to 13.5 GHz. It is designed for reliable physical layer measurements in high-speed buses and for scientific research in laboratory conditions.

Main Features

• Frequency Range: From 150 MHz to 13.5 GHz.
• Signal Types: Pulse generation, data patterns, and pseudo-random bit sequences (PRBS) with formats NRZ, R1, and RZ.
• Differential Outputs: For data, clock, and trigger signals, ensuring high accuracy and low jitter (<1 ps RMS).
• Transition Processes: Fast rise and fall times (<25 ps), allowing testing of modern high-speed digital systems.
• Delay Modulation: Linear delay modulation is essential for jitter tolerance and transfer measurements.
• PRBS Support: Generates sequences with lengths from 2⁵-1 to 2³¹-1, useful for stress-testing data transmission systems.
• Memory: 32 Mbit for storing long, realistic signal patterns.
• Connectivity Interfaces: GPIB, LAN, parallel printer port, VGA, and USB for flexible integration into automated test systems.
  
  

Applications

Agilent 81142A is ideal for physical layer testing of high-speed buses, fundamental scientific research, and stress-testing data transmission systems thanks to its ability to generate high-precision signals with low jitter and full control over data streams.