General Description
The Euvis AWG414 modules generate dual arbitrary CW waveforms with sampling rates up to 4 GSPS. The on-board SRAMs provide up to 4M x 12-bit data memory to each channel. The AWG modules can be controlled by a PC via a USB interface or can work alone with pre-stored waveforms. The sole RF input is a single-ended clock source CK, which can be operated up to 4 GHz with minimum power of 12 dBm. The RF outputs of the module are comprised of two pairs of differential analog outputs, with 50-Ω back termination. The module accepts a high-speed trigger signal and generates three programmable marker signals. The waveform generation can be in continuous or burst/pulse mode. The waveform contents can be dynamically changed using the user page selection. Programmable profile option facilitates compound waveforms. The companion API provides an interface for software development.
Ordering and Pricing Information
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Key Features
- Two 12-bit DACs with 10-bit linearity
- In-phase or quadrature synchronization of outputs
- Standard AWG has sampling rate of 4 GSPS with 4 GHz external clock
- Optional 4 GHz internal clock with 10 MHz reference clock
- Optional sampling rate range: 2 ~ 4 GSPS with 2 ~ 4 GHz external clock
- Up to 2 x 4M 12-bit word memory depth with multi-page configuration
- Up to 1 millisecond waveform at 4 GHz clock rate
- Accepts external trigger and generates marker signal (programmable)
- Programmable cyclic repetitions
- USB 2.0 compliant interface (other interfaces available upon request)
- 12V power supply
- User-friendly input data formats and various built-in waveforms
- Companion API and software drivers for easy system development
Applications
The flexibility of Euvis AWG modules to generate arbitrary patterns with high sample rates, dynamic page selection, and continuous or burst mode operation allow the AWG to be used for a variety of applications, such as:
- Linear Frequency Modulation (LFM) and chirping
- Frequency Modulated Continuous-wave radar (FMCW)
- Agile LO frequency synthesis
- Electronic warfare
- RF signal source generation
- Fast frequency hopping
- VSAT satellite communications
- Test and measurement equipment
Photo of AWG414 Enclosure
Graphical User Interface Application
» To download the AWG Software, API, and Manual, please click here.
Functional Specifications
| GENERAL | |
| DAC Resolution | 12 bits |
| Running Modes |
Continuous
Triggered Continuous Triggered Burst |
| User Interface |
USB
GUI for Windows XP and Windows 7 |
| INPUT CLOCK | |
| Type | Single Ended, 50-Ω terminated |
| Connector Type | SMA |
| Frequency Range |
Standard: 4 GHz
Optional: 2 GHz to 4 GHz |
| Power Level | 12 to 16 dBm (typical 14 dBm) |
| OUTPUT | |
| Type |
Dual channel
Each channel is differential, 50-Ω terminated |
| Connector Type | SMA |
| Output Rate |
Standard: 4 GSPS
Optional: 2 ~ 4 GSPS per channel |
| Output Level | -635 mV to 0 V |
| Output Power | -4 dBm to 0 dBm |
| Residual Phase Noise @ 10kHz from Carrier | -130 dBc/Hz |
| Output Return Loss | 15 dB |
| TRIGGER | |
| Connector | SMA |
| Source | External or Software |
| Recommended External Trigger | LVCMOS/LVTTL 3.3V |
| WAVEFORMS | |
| Max Waveform Length | 4,145,280 samples per channel |
| Minimum Waveform Length (continuous mode) | 128 samples |
|
Minimum Waveform Length (burst mode) |
1024 samples |
| Shorter waveforms can be achieved by Null padding | |
| MARKERS | |
| Number of Markers | 1 |
| Marker Level | LVCMOS/LVTTL 1.8V |
| Marker Length | User defined |
| Minimum Marker Length | 32 samples |
| API | |
| Version | TRX3_API |
| CLR Language Support |
Visual C++
Visual C# Visual Basic Visual J# |
| Third Party Support | Compatible with Matlab 2010a and LabView |
| OPTIONS | |
|
Programmable profiles
Variable clock frequency for external clock (2 ~ 4 GHz) |
|
Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min | Typical | Max | Unit |
| Output Level | Vout | -635 | 0 | mV | |
| Output Power | Pout | -4 | 0 | dBm | |
| Output Phase Noise | Nφ | -130 | dBc/Hz | ||
| Output Port Return Loss | RLRF | 15 | dB |
Multiple AWG's Synchronization:
Multiple AWG's can be operated to generate synchronized waveforms. The synchronization requires:
[1] All AWG's use the same clock source, or use clock sources phase-locked to each other. If use internal clock, all AWG's must use the same reference clock.
[2] All AWG's use the same trigger signal.
[3] The trigger signal is phased-locked (aligned) to the /32 clock. The SYNCO signal is a /32 clock, which can be used to phase lock the trigger signal.
[4] Fine adjustment can be done by specifying the delay in common parameters to further minimize the relative delay of AWG's outputs.
For details, please see synchronization.
Enclosure Information
| Enclosure Dimensions | |
| Length | 7 inches |
| Width | 6 inches |
| Height | 3.2 inches |
Email: info@euvis.com to get pricing information.