The HP/Agilent 81134A is a dual-channel pulse pattern generator delivering high-speed signal generation from 15 MHz to 3.35 GHz. Engineered for characterization of high-speed logic devices and digital systems, this instrument generates complex data patterns with exceptional timing precision and signal integrity. It supports multiple pulse generation modes—pulse, square clock, data, and PRBS sequences up to 2^31-1—with 12 Mbit pattern memory per channel and burst capability.
## Technical Specifications
**Signal Generation**
• Frequency range: 15 MHz to 3.35 GHz
• Data formats: NRZ, RZ, R1
• Pulse modes: Pulse, Square (Clock), Data, PRBS (2^5-1 to 2^31-1)
• Pattern memory: 12 Mbit per channel
• Transition time (20% to 80%): <60 ps
• RMS jitter: Typically <2 ps
• Output amplitude: 50 mV to 2.00 V
• Output impedance: 50 Ω nominal
• Differential outputs with <10% overshoot/ringing (±10 mV)
**Electrical Characteristics**
• Level window: -2.00 V to +3.00 V
• Level resolution: 10 mV
• Level accuracy: 2% of setting ±20 mV
• Settling time: 1 ns
• Variable crossover: 30% to 70% typical
• Short circuit current: -80 mA to 120 mA nominal
**Clocking and Synchronization**
• Internal clock: 15 MHz to 3.35 GHz
• Clock accuracy: 50 ppm
• Frequency divider: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128
• External clock input: 10 MHz reference supported
• Delay range: -5 ns to 230 ns
## Key Features
• Dual-channel differential outputs for balanced signal delivery
• Jitter emulation up to ±250 ps via delay control input
• Trigger output, clock input, and start input connectors
• Frequency divider for flexible clock scaling
• Compact footprint operating at 100–240 V AC (47–63 Hz), <200 VA maximum
## Typical Applications
High-speed digital circuit testing, logic device characterization, signal integrity analysis, PRBS pattern generation for data transmission systems, and burst-mode signal generation for transient analysis.
## Compatibility & Integration
Remote control via GPIB, LAN, and USB 2.0. Operates across 0–55 °C ambient temperature at altitudes up to 2000 meters.
