The NI PXI-5402 is a 14-bit arbitrary function generator module delivering up to 20 MS/s sample rate for precise waveform synthesis in PXI-based test systems. It generates sine, square, triangle, ramp, noise, DC, and arbitrary waveforms with 64 MSamples onboard memory, programmable output from 10 mVpp to 5 Vpp into 50 Ω, and DC offset capability from -2.5 V to +2.5 V. Output settling completes in less than 50 ns, with <0.5 dB flatness to 20 MHz on sine waves and SFDR exceeding 70 dBc at 1 MHz.
Technical Specifications
Waveform Generation
• Vertical Resolution: 14 bits
• Sample Rate: Up to 20 MS/s
• Arbitrary Waveform Length: Up to 64 MSamples
• Onboard Memory: 64 MSamples
Output Characteristics
• Output Channels: 1
• Output Voltage Range: 10 mVpp to 5 Vpp into 50 Ω (programmable)
• Output Impedance: 50 Ω
• DC Offset: -2.5 V to +2.5 V (programmable)
• Output Settling Time: <50 ns to 1% of final value
• Output Flatness: <0.5 dB to 20 MHz (Sine); 70 dBc at 1 MHz sine, 2 Vpp output
• THD: <0.2% at 1 MHz sine, 2 Vpp output
Frequency and Timing
• Sine: DC to 20 MHz
• Square/Triangle/Ramp: DC to 1 MHz
• Arbitrary: Up to 20 MHz
• Frequency Resolution: 0.01 Hz
Modulation and Control
• Modulation Types: AM, FM, FSK, Sweep (Linear/Logarithmic)
• Modulation Source: Internal/External
• Trigger Sources: Software, External Digital Input, PXI Trigger Bus
• Programmable Trigger Delay
• Digital I/O: 8 lines
– Key Features
• Single-slot PXI module form factor
• 64 MSamples arbitrary waveform memory
• Sub-50 ns output settling for fast transient response
• PXI Trigger Bus synchronization for multi-module systems
• Programmable frequency resolution to 0.01 Hz
– Typical Applications
• RF communications testing
• Embedded system design validation
• Advanced research requiring custom waveform synthesis
• Multi-instrument synchronized measurement systems
– Compatibility & Integration
Programs via NI-DAQmx driver in LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, C/C++, .NET, and Python on Windows operating systems. Draws power from PXI chassis backplane.
