Designed for remote, automated testing, these Ethernet-controlled instruments deliver exceptional flexibility, purity, and performance from DC to 2.5 GHz — all in a compact, lightweight package.
Spectrum Instrumentation has expanded its generator NETBOX family with four new ultrafast Arbitrary Waveform Generators (AWGs) in the DN2.63x series. These advanced models deliver output rates up to 10 GS/s with 16-bit resolution and offer convenient Ethernet-based control, allowing direct connection to any PC, laptop, or network. Ideal for automated and remote applications, they support wideband signal generation from DC up to 2.5 GHz.
The key specifications are:
- Single-ended mode: ±500 mV output into 50 Ω
- Differential mode: ±1 V output into 100 Ω
- High-impedance loads: Output levels up to ±2 V
Designed for flexibility and performance, the new AWGs are compact, lightweight, and easy to integrate into benchtop, rack-mounted, or mobile test setups. Each channel has a dedicated DAC, supporting both single-ended and differential output modes. Available in one- or two-channel versions, the DN2.63x models feature 2 GSamples of standard memory, expandable to 8 GSamples. This allows continuous playback of long waveforms—up to 800 ms at full speed—without interruption. Users can choose from multiple replay modes alongside versatile trigger options, including single-shot, looped, and segmented replay.
The AWGs come bundled with the company’s powerful SBench 6 software for waveform creation, visualisation, and instrument control. Users can design waveforms from equations, use built-in functions, or import data from external sources like oscilloscopes or simulators. For developers, drivers and SDKs are provided for C/C++, Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and other programming environments.
External clocking and triggering are supported via front-panel connectors, and multi-purpose I/O lines allow integration of status markers or synchronous/asynchronous digital signals. An optional digital pulse generator further enhances test capability.
Weighing under 7 kg and covered by a 5-year warranty, these new AWGs are built for reliability, portability, and long-term support. With 35 models now available in the generatorNETBOX series—from 40 MS/s to 10 GS/s—the compmny ensures users only pay for the performance they need, making high-speed signal generation accessible and cost-effective.
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