The Tektronix PPG3201 is a single-channel programmable pattern generator delivering data rates to 32 Gb/s for high-speed signal characterization across telecommunications, data communications, and semiconductor applications. The instrument provides precise pattern generation with advanced sequencing, timing control, and jitter insertion capabilities to simulate real-world signal conditions. Single-ended output ranges from 300 mV to 1.0 V; differential output from 600 mV to 2.0 V. Rise/fall times measure 11 ps (20%-80%) and 16 ps (10%-90%). Output impedance is 50 Ω single-ended and 100 Ω differential. Data output jitter is 250 fs RMS typical at 32 Gb/s using PRBS 2^11-1 patterns, with inherent jitter typically under 250 fs RMS.
Technical Specifications
• Data Rate: Up to 32 Gb/s, single channel
• Output Amplitude (Single-ended): 300 mV to 1.0 V
• Output Amplitude (Differential): 600 mV to 2.0 V
• Output Impedance: 50 Ω single-ended; 100 Ω differential; 50 Ω AC-coupled
• Offset Window: -2 V to +3 V programmable
• Rise/Fall Time: 11 ps (20%-80%); 16 ps (10%-90%)
• Data Output Jitter: 250 fs RMS typical at 32 Gb/s (PRBS 2^11-1)
• Clock Output: 200 mVp-p minimum to 1.0 Vp-p maximum (frequency-dependent); 600 mVp-p typical
• Maximum External DC Voltage: ±5 V
• Pattern Depth: 2 to 4,194,304 bits
• Pattern Types: Built-in PRBS and user-defined patterns
– Key Features
• Jitter insertion options: BUJ, SJ, RJ, and PJ
• Low frequency jitter (Option LFJIT): 10 Hz to 10 MHz at up to 5000 UI
• High frequency jitter (Option HFJIT): BUJ amplitudes to 50 psp-p with modulation rates to 2.5 Gb/s
• Front panel touch screen GUI and USB control
• 2.4 mm connectors
• Power: T 2A 250V fuse
• Altitude rating: Up to 2000 m
– Typical Applications
• 100 Gigabit Ethernet testing
• 32G Fibre Channel
• PAM4 and DP-QPSK signal testing
• Multi-level signal characterization
• CFP2 and CFP4 module testing
– Compatibility & Integration
Pairs with Tektronix PED series error detectors for BER testing.
