The NI PCI-6552 is a 100 MHz digital waveform generator and analyzer for stimulus-response characterization and validation of digital electronics. It delivers 20 data channels with per-channel, per-cycle, and bidirectional control, plus 4 programmable function interface channels for flexible digital pattern generation. The device combines deep onboard memory—available in 1, 8, or 64 Mb configurations per channel—with Synchronization and Memory Core (SMC) technology for efficient waveform and parameter storage in complex test scenarios.
Technical Specifications
• Maximum frequency bandwidth: 100 MHz
• Data channels: 20 with per-channel, per-cycle, and bidirectional direction control
• Programmable function interface (PFI) channels: 4 with per-channel direction control
• Input clock (CLK IN) frequency range: 20 kHz to 100 MHz
• Strobe frequency range: 48 Hz to 100 MHz
• Sample clock relative delay adjustment: 0.0 to 1.0 sample clock periods
• Onboard memory options: 1, 8, or 64 Mb/channel
• Error FIFO depth: 4,094
• Programmable voltage levels: -2.0 V to 5.5 V
• Voltage level resolution: 10 mV
• Input protection: -2.3 V to 6.8 V
• Power consumption: 21.6 W typical, 27 W maximum
• Dimensions: 12.6 × 35.5 cm
• Weight: approximately 375 grams
– Key Features
• Three clock input terminals and two output terminals for synchronization flexibility
• Signal level compatibility with TTL, LVTTL, LVCMOS, ECL, and PECL standards
• Flexible timing adjustment for propagation delays and setup-and-hold requirements
• 68-pin VHDCI connector for digital data and control; SMB jack connectors for clock terminals
• Digital Waveform Editor for creating, editing, and importing waveforms (included with 8 and 64 Mb/channel models)
– Typical Applications
• Digital electronics characterization and validation
• Digital stimulus-response testing
• Hardware comparison of advanced electronic equipment
• Complex digital pattern generation and analysis
– Compatibility & Integration
Supported through NI-HSDIO drivers and LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, and Microsoft Visual .NET environments. Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) provides interactive configuration and test tools.
