The Astronics/EADS/Racal 3152A is a VXIbus single-slot C-size synthesized waveform generator combining function generation and arbitrary waveform synthesis. It delivers precision frequency control and low phase noise through an integrated phase-locked loop, making it ideal for demanding test, calibration, and signal simulation across military and commercial applications. The 3152A improves upon its predecessor with high-speed commands, binary download modes, and an accelerated internal CPU for faster test sequence execution.
## Technical Specifications
**Waveform Generation**
• Arbitrary waveforms: 100 MHz sampling rate, 12-bit vertical resolution
• Standard waveforms: Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse, DC, Exponential Pulse, Gaussian Pulse, Sinc
• Sequenced waveforms: Linkage of multiple segments and bursts for complex pulse patterns
• Swept waveforms: Frequency sweep capability for sine, square, triangle waveforms
**Frequency Performance**
• Standard waveform range: 100 µHz to 50 MHz
• Arbitrary waveform clock rates: 100 mHz to 100 MHz
• Frequency resolution: 7-digit programming capability
• PLL locks to external analog signals; 4-digit frequency readback up to 10 MHz
• Default CLK10 reference: 100 ppm accuracy and stability
• Optional internal TCXO: 1 ppm accuracy and stability with full 7-digit frequency programming
**Amplitude Characteristics**
• Open circuit: 20 mV to 32 Vp-p programmable
• 50 Ω load: 10 mV to 16 V programmable
## Key Features
• Front-panel PLL with external signal phase-locking to 30 Vrms
• Waveform memory for storage and rapid complex waveform execution
• High-speed command processing and binary download modes
• VXIbus integration for seamless platform compatibility
## Typical Applications
Military and commercial test platforms, frequency response analysis, pulse pattern generation, signal simulation, and precision calibration requiring stable, low-noise synthesis.
## Compatibility & Integration
VXIbus architecture supports standard test platform integration on military and commercial systems.
