The DynamicSignals/GaGe CompuGen 3250 is a high-speed digital output ISA module that generates complex waveforms and digital patterns with precise timing and flexible control. It delivers 32 bits of parallel digital output clocked up to 50 MHz, supporting arbitrary waveform generation, digital pattern simulation, and hardware-retriggerable burst operations. On-board pattern memory accommodates up to 8 Meg × 32 bits, while selectable internal clocking (50 MHz, 25 MHz, 10 MHz, 5 MHz) and optional external clock input (DC to 50 MHz) enable deterministic signal generation. Multiple output modes—endless looping, multi-shot, and one-shot—combined with internal and external triggering, adapt the module to continuous test scenarios, repetitive pattern sequences, and pulse-echo measurements. TTL/CMOS output levels drive high-impedance loads to 5 V and 50 Ω loads to 3.5 V using four parallel 74FCT162245 drivers for extended current capability.
## Technical Specifications
• **Digital Output:** 32 parallel bits with 1 clock output and 1 SYNC signal
• **Output Voltage:** 0–5 V into 1 MΩ; 0–3.5 V into 50 Ω load
• **Output Logic Levels:** TTL/CMOS
• **Clock Frequency:** Internal selectable at 50 MHz, 25 MHz, 10 MHz, or 5 MHz; external input DC to 50 MHz maximum
• **Maximum Sample Rate:** 50 MHz (20 ns per sample)
• **Memory Depth:** 256K to 8M samples (32-bit words)
• **Timebase Stability:** Crystal-controlled on-board oscillator
• **External Clock Requirements:** Minimum 10 ns positive or negative pulse width
• **Power Consumption:** 20 W @ +5 V
## Key Features
• High-current output drivers for direct load interfacing
• Endless looping, multi-shot, and one-shot generation modes
• Hardware re-triggerable operation for burst pattern generation
• Internal software triggering and external TTL trigger input
• Selectable trigger edge (rising or falling)
## Typical Applications
• Arbitrary waveform generation for complex signal synthesis
• Digital pattern simulation and validation
• Pulse-echo and radar signal generation
• System clock and timing signal generation
• Control signal sequencing
## Compatibility & Integration
• ISA bus interface
• 68-pin MDR connector (3M p/n 10268-55H3VC)
