General Description
The Euvis AWG461 module is a high-speed, single-channel PCIe arbitrary waveform generator ideal for use in leading-edge applications. The AWG461 generates CW waveforms with sampling rates up to 5 GSPS. The on-board DRAMs provide up to 1G x 12-bit data memory. The deep memory provides long waveforms required for modern communications such as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). The clock input is single-ended 50-Ω terminated and accepts RF clock signals up to 5 GHz with a minimum power of +6 dBm. The AWG461 RF outputs are a pair of differential analog outputs, with 50-Ω back terminations. The module accepts a high-speed trigger signal and generates a programmable marker signal. The waveform generation can be operated in continuous, gate, or burst mode. The waveform contents can be dynamically changed using user page selection. The AWG461 module can be controlled by a PC-based GUI via a PCIe interface. The companion API provides a programming interface for multi-language software development. Multiple AWG461 modules can be applied to generate various synchronized signals.
Ordering and Pricing Information
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Key Features
- 12-bit DAC
- Differential 50-Ω terminated outputs
- Standard AWG has sampling rate of 5 GSPS with 5 GHz external clock
- Optional sampling rate range: 2 ~ 5 GSPS with 2 ~ 5 GHz external clock
- Up to 1G x 12-bit word memory depth with multi-page configurations
- Up to 0.2-second waveform at 5 GHz clock rate
- Accepts external trigger and generates marker signal (programmable)
- Programmable cyclic and burst repetitions
- Multiple modules synchronization
- PCIe Gen-1/4-Lane BMD/DMA interface
- 12V power supply
- User-friendly input data formats and various built-in waveforms
- Companion API and software drivers for easy system development
- API compatible with Matlab 2010a
- API compatible with LabView
- Multi-AWG synchronization
- Standard PCIe Form Factor: 7.626 x 3.87 x 0.85 (W x H x D) inches
Applications
The flexible Euvis deep-memory AWG module can generate arbitrary patterns with high sample rates, dynamic page selection, and continuous or burst mode operation which allows the AWG to be used for a variety of leading-edge applications, such as:
- Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) transmitter
- Optical OFDM transmitter
- Ultra-Wideband transmitter
- Linear Frequency Modulation (LFM) and chirping
- Frequency Modulated Continuous-wave radar (FMCW)
- Electronic warfare
- VSAT satellite communications
- Test and measurement equipment
Module Photo:
Graphical User Interface
Functional Specifications
| GENERAL | |
| Amplitude Resolution | 12 bits |
| Running Modes |
Continuous
Gate Triggered Continuous Triggered Burst |
| User Interface |
PCIe API GUI for Windows XP and Windows 7 |
| INPUT CLOCK | |
| Type | Single Ended, 50 Ω termination |
| Connector Type | SMA |
| Frequency Range |
Standard: 5 GHz
Optional: 2 GHz to 5 GHz |
| Power Level | +6 to +12 dBm (typical +9 dBm) |
| OUTPUT | |
| Type | Differential, 50 Ω terminations |
| Connector Type | SMA |
| Output Rate |
Standard: 5 GSPS
Optional: 2 ~ 5 GSPS |
| 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 2.5 V |
| WAVEFORMS | |
| Max Waveform Length | 1,073,725,440 samples |
| Minimum Waveform Length | 64 samples |
| Shorter waveforms can be achieved by Null padding | |
| MARKERS | |
| Number of Markers | 1 |
| Marker Level | LVCMOS 2.5V |
| Marker Length | User defined |
| Minimum Marker Length | 32 samples |
| API | |
| Version | Euvis_Module_Compact_Core |
| CLR Language Support |
Visual C++
Visual C# Visual Basic Visual J# |
| Third Party Support | Compatible with Matlab 2010a and LabView |
| OPTIONS | |
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Programmable profiles
Variable clock frequency for external clock (2 ~ 4 GHz) |
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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 the AWG internal clock is used, all AWG's must use the same reference clock.
[2] All AWG's must use the same trigger signal.
[3] The trigger signal is phased-locked (aligned) to the 1/32 clock.
[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.
Board Dimensions
| Board Dimensions | |
| Width | 7.625 inches |
| Height | 3.87 inches |
Outline Drawings
Side View
Bracket View
