The Agilent/Keysight E8311A is a VXI C-size, 1-slot, register-based pulse pattern generator delivering 165 MHz maximum frequency across two independent output channels. This module generates high-speed digital signals with precise timing control and versatile trigger modes, making it ideal for functional verification of high-speed digital and mixed-signal devices, clock generation in automated test systems, radar testing, serial bus testing, and flash memory testing.
Technical Specifications
Frequency & Timing
• Frequency range: 1 mHz to 165 MHz
• Timing resolution: 3.5 digits, 5 ps best case
• Minimum pulse width: 1.5 ns (external width mode)
• Transition times: 2 ns to 200 ms variable
Pattern & Output Formats
• Pattern length: 16 Kbit per channel
• Output formats: RZ, NRZ, DNRZ
• Random patterns: PRBS 2ⁿ⁻¹ (n = 7 to 14)
• Output amplitude: 10 V into 50 Ω load
• Output impedance: 50 Ω typical
Trigger Specifications
• Input impedance: 50 Ω / 10 kΩ selectable
• Trigger input threshold: -10 V to +10 V
• Maximum external input voltage: ±15 Vp-p
• Trigger input sensitivity: ≤300 mVp-p typical
• External trigger transition time: <100 ns
– Key Features
• Dual output channels can operate independently or combine to form multi-level waveforms
• Six trigger modes: Continuous, External Triggered, External Gated, External Width, Manual, and Internal Triggered
• Fixed trigger-in to signal-out delay for stable synchronization
• Variable delay ranges for precise timing alignment
• Synchronously triggerable internal oscillator and stable internal PLL
• External frequency reference input supported
• TTL/ECL Trigger Bus on VXI backplane
– Typical Applications
• Functional verification of high-speed digital circuits
• Mixed-signal device testing
• Automated test system clock generation
• Radar signal testing
• Serial bus protocol testing
• Flash memory functional testing
– Compatibility & Integration
Functionally compatible with the Agilent/Keysight 81110A, enabling straightforward migration of test routines from laboratory to production environments. Integrates into VXI test systems via VXIplug&play software drivers. SMA (f) 3.5 mm connectors for output channels; P1/P2 connectors for VXI bus.
