Keysight M9330A Arbitrary waveform generator Datasheet

Keysight M9330A
Arbitrary Waveform Generator
15-bit, 1.25 GS/s
TM
Introduction
The Keysight Technologies M9330A arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) is capable of creating
high-resolution waveforms for radar, satellite, and frequency agile communication systems. Each
channel of the M9330A operates at 1.25 GS/s and features 15 bits of vertical resolution giving designers the most realistic, wideband waveforms available from a commercial AWG.
– 1.25 GS/s and 15 bits of vertical resolution per channel provides exceptionally realistic
wideband waveforms
– Dual output channels drive both single-ended and balanced designs without the need for baluns
or hybrids
– Extended waveform memory and advanced sequencing engine offers long scenario simulations
– Multiple module synchronization provides multi-emitter simulations
– Multiple programmatic interfaces enable easy integration into existing test environments
Generate wide bandwidth and wide dynamic range signals, simultaneously
The M9330A is a 4-slot 3U PXI module that offers dual differential output channels to drive both
single-ended and balanced designs. The AWG also supports advanced sequencing and triggering
modes to create event-based signal simulations. Multiple M9330A modules can be synchronized for
the generation of phase-coherent, multi-emitter scenarios. Waveform development tasks are simpliied using the AWG’s numerous programmatic interfaces including complete instrument control from
the MATLAB command line and from LabView. When the M9330A is combined with a wideband I/Q
upconverter, modulation bandwidths of 1 GHz can be realized at microwave frequencies for authentic signal simulations for IF and RF subsystem test.1
Unprecedented
The M9330A gives designers access to the most
advanced Digital-to-Analog (DAC) technology available in a commercial AWG. Each module incorporates
two high-speed DACs to create 500 MHz of signal
bandwidth and ≤ –65 dBc spurious free dynamic range
(SFDR) across each channel. Users have the choice
of driving their designs differentially from the DAC outputs or single-ended through multiple signal-conditioning paths. Although some AWGs require users to make
a trade-off between the number of output channels
and differential outputs, the M9330A provides both –
allowing you to drive your designs and eliminating
the need for baluns or hybrids in the test path. In
addition, each channel can output waveforms as an
IF or as a baseband signal for I/Q upconversion.
Figure 1. Generate wideband waveforms with unprecedented
signal idelity.
1.
Keysight E8267D PSG signal generator with Option 016,
wideband I/O inputs or Keysight N8212A performance vector
upconverter with Option 016; either option could be used.
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Preamble
Seq1
Seq2
Seq3
Seq4
Seq5
Seq6
Waveform
repeat
Waveform
repeat
Waveform
repeat
Waveform
repeat
Waveform
repeat
Waveform
repeat
Loop repeat
Loop repeat
Loop repeat
Sequence repeat
Figure 2. Create sophisticated signal scenarios by looping and nesting waveforms.
C r e a te l o n g sce nar i o si m ul at i o ns
Multiply the effective size of on-board memory through the use of the M9330A’s advanced sequencing engine. Uniquely define how
waveform segments are played through looping and nesting of stored waveforms.
This capability also gives users the ability to create new signals from existing waveforms by playing only subsegments of waveform
memory. For users developing a large number of waveform scenarios the PXI backplane substantially reduces waveform download times
compared to traditional LAN and GPIB. The M9330A’s complete waveform and sequencer memories can be typically reloaded in less
than 1 second.
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Figure 3. Closing targets can be simulated by ranging parameters on each pulse.
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S y s te m s c a l ab i l i t y
Create phase-coherent, multi-emitter simulations using the
M9330A’s precision SYNC clock. A single M9330A can drive a
total of eight AWG modules to synchronize their outputs on a
sample-by-sample basis. Any number of modules can be synchronized with simple driver hardware. The AWG also includes
multiple front-panel triggers and markers for complete system
synchronization.
Figure 4. Four M9330A modules fit conveniently inside an 18
slot PXI chassis.
E a s e -o f -u s e
The M9330A’s graphical user interface guides developers through
module setup and waveform file transfers. Users can quickly
configure the instrument’s signal conditioning paths, marker and
trigger lines, sample and reference clock sources, and simple
sequencing functions. More sophisticated sequencing functions
are available through the instrument’s numerous programmatic
interfaces. The M9330A supports interfaces for MATLAB,
LabView, IVI-C, IVI-COM, and VEE frameworks.
Figure 5. Directly import and play waveforms from the Quick Play
menu.
Figure 6. Play waveforms files directly from the MATLAB command line.
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ENHANC ED C A P A BIL IT IE S F O R T H E M 9 3 3 0 A S E R I E S !
D y n a m i c S eq ue nci ng ( O p t i o n 300)
The dynamic sequencing software enables radar and military
communications engineers to build custom signal scenarios on
the fly. Engineers can dynamically access up to 16 k of previously
stored sequences through a 16-bit interface and replay these
complex waveforms to respond to changing threat environments,
or to create signals where the next waveform to be played is not
known in advance.
16 bit
parallel
port
Scenarios
16 k entries
Sequences
32 k entries
D y n a m i c S ynt he si s ( O p t i o n 330)
The direct digital synthesis (DDS) software enables radar and
emerging communications engineers to create basic waveforms
in the AWG’s memory and then modify their behavior with profiles for amplitude modulation, phase modulation, and frequency
modulation. This enables engineers to simulate testing without
the time and expense of field trials, such as in-flight and in-orbit
testing. This option can also be used to simulate fading profiles
in receiver testing for satellite and 4 G signals, such as multiple
input and multiple output formats (MIMO).
Radar return # 1
Waveforms
up to 32 k segments
Figure 7. Create signals where next waveform to be played is not
known in advance.
Radar return # 2
Radar return # 3
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Each radar return varies in time,
frequency, amplitude, and phase
as aircraft approaches target
Figure 8. Define signals by carrier frequency and modulation - instant by instant.
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KEY CHA RA C T ERIS T IC S
Channels
Two independent channels available as baseband or IF outputs
CH1: Single-ended and differential
CH2: Single-ended and differential
Modulation bandwidth
500 MHz per channel (1 GHz IQ bandwidth)
Resolution
15 bits (1/32,768 levels)
Output spectral purity – (CH1 and CH2)
– Harmonic distortion:
≤ –65 dBc for each channel DC to 500 MHz
– Non-harmonic spurious:
≤ –75 dBc for each channel 1 kHz to 500 MHz
– Noise floor:
≤ –150 dBc/Hz across the channel bandwidth
Figure 9. Excellent harmonic and spurious performance are available across
the full bandwidth of each channel.
Figure 10. Spurious performance outstanding at low signal frequencies.
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KEY CHA RA C T ERIS T IC S
CON T IN U E D
Sample clock
Internal
Fixed 1.25 GS/s
Internal clock output
+3 dBm nominal
External clock input
Tunable 100 MS/s to 1.25 GS/s
External clock input drive level
+5 to –15 dBm typical
Phase noise characteristics
1 kHz: –95 dBc/Hz
10 kHz: –115 dBc/Hz
100 kHz: –138 dBc/Hz
1 MHz: –150 dBc/Hz
Noise floor
–150 dBc/Hz
Accuracy
Same as 10 MHz timebase input
Frequency reference
Input drive level
+2 to +12 dBm into 50 Ω (+2 dBm nominal)
Waveform length
8 MS per channel (16 MS with option 016)
Minimum waveform length
128 samples
Waveform granularity
8 samples
Segment
1 to 32 k unique segments can be defined consisting of waveform start and stop address, repetitions, and marker enable flags.
Segment loops
A total of 1 million (220) loops can be defined
for each segment. Loops can be configured to
advance in one of three modes:
Single
– The segment loop plays once and waits at the end of the loop for a trigger.
Continuous
– Segment loop is repeated continuously until a trigger is received.
Auto
– Automatically advances to the next segment after completing the specified number of loop
repetitions.
Repeat
– The waveform loop repeats until the number of wave form loop repetitions is met.
Sequences
Up to 32 k total unique waveform sequences can be defined. A sequence is a contiguous series of waveform segments.
Advanced sequencing
Enables users to build and playback scenarios, which are comprised of one or more sequences.
Scenarios
1 to 16 k pointers can be assigned to play pre-defined sequences. Sequence play begins with the first sequence entry and continues uninterrupted until
the last entry is played. The table repeats until stopped.
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KEY CHA RA C T ERIS T IC S
CON T IN U E D
Scenario jump modes
Scenario jumps determine how a sequence responds to a jump trigger.
There are no discontinuities in a scenario jump other than those imposed
by the waveform data. Three modes are available to control scenario
jumps:
Jump immediate
– Jumps immediately to the next specifie scenario address with a
fixed latency.
End of waveform
– The current waveform (including repeats) is completed before
jumping to a new scenario.
End of scenario
– The current scenario is completed before jumping to a new scenario.
Jump latency is the longer of either the jump immediate latency or
the length of the remaining scenario.
Dynamic Sequencing (Option 300)
Input
20-pin mini-D connector
Input levels
All pins configured as 2.5 volt LVCMOS inputs. A logic low must fall
within the –0.2 to +0.5 volt window. A logic high must be within the
window of +2.0 to +2.8 volts.
Number of address bits
13 bits per channel
Total number of addressable
Scenarios 16 k
Data rate for dynamic data
100 ns
Data latency
Same as front panel trigger inputs.
Software pointers may also be used to point to pre-defined scenarios
over the PCI backplane though latencies are not deterministic.
Direct Digital Synthesis (Option 330)
Output frequency resolution
1 Hz
Frequency modulation
Deviation from 0 to 125 MHz (250 MHz peak-peak)
Phase modulation
Deviation from –180 to +180 degrees in 0.022 degree steps
Amplitude modulation
Modulation depth from 0 to 100% with 15-bit resolution
Single channel bandwidth
400 MHz (800 MHz I/Q)
External triggers
Number of inputs
8 each (4 SMB female frontpanel connectors plus four software
triggers over the PCI backplane from host processor)
Trigger polarity
Negative/positive
Trigger impedance
2k Ω
Maximum input level
±4.5 volts
Input sensitivity
250 mV
Trigger threshold
–4.3 volts to +4.3 volts
Trigger timing resolution
Clock/8 (6.4 ns at full rate)
Trigger latency
34* clock/8 (217.6 ns at full rate)
Trigger uncertainty
< 50 ps
Minimum trigger width
12.8 ns at full clock rate
Trigger delay
Programmable from 1 to 256 sync clock cycles with 1 sync clock cycle
resolution 1
1. A sync clock cycle is clock/8.
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CON T IN U E D
External markers
Markers can be defined for each waveform segment.
Number of outputs
4 each SMB female
Marker polarity
Negative, positive
Output impedance
50 Ω
Marker low level
100 mV nominal into high impedance load
Marker high level
3.2 volts nominal into high impedance load
Marker timing resolution
Clock/8 (6.4 ns at full rate)
Marker latency
Marker precedes analog output and is adjustable in 2 sample clock
period steps.
Marker latency repeatability
< 100 ps
Marker width
Programmable with from 1 to 256 sync clock cycles 1
Marker delay
Programmable from –8 to 502 sample clock cycles, with 2 sample clock
cycle resolution
Module synchronization
Supports system scaling for any number of M9330A modules. A single module can support fan-out of 8 M9330A modules for precise triggering and
repeatability. Driver boards may be used to scale any number of modules.
Sync clock output level
800 mV p-p (50 Ω, AC coupled)
Sync clock input sensitivity
100 mV p-p minimum into 50 Ω AC coupled
Analog output
Output connector
SMA female
Output impedance
50 Ω
Analog output levels
The following output levels are specified into 50 Ω
S Passive mode
Active mode
Direct DAC mode
0.5 Vp-p
1 Vp-p with
±0.2 V offset
N/A
Differential
N/A
N/A
N/A
1 Vp-p (0 volt offset)
Corrected passband flatness
±1 dB DC - 200 MHz ±2.5 dB DC - 500 MHz (with 1.25 GHz clock)
Corrected passband group delay
±500 ps DC - 200 MHz ±1 ns DC - 500 MHz (with 1.25 GHz clock)
Reconstruction filters
500 MHz and 250 MHz realized as 7-pole Cauer Chebychev filters plus
thru-line output
Pulse response
Rise time
Rise time (10 to 90%): < 1 ns
Fall time
Fall time (10 to 90%): < 1 ns
Amplitude
Amplitude: 0.5 Vp-p
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GENERAL C HA RA C T ERIS T I C S
Power
Supply
+3.3 VDC, 11.2 W
+5 VDC, 22 W
+12 VDC, 5 W
–12 VDC, 5 W
Total power
43.2 W
Environmental
Samples of this product have been type tested in accordance with the Keysight Environmental Test Manual and verified to be robust against the
environmental stresses of Storage, Transportation, and End-use; those stresses include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock vibration,
altitude, and power line conditions. Test methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are similar to MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3.
Operating temperature
0 °C to +55 °C
Storage temperature
–20 °C to +70 °C
Relative humidity
Type tested: 10 to 90% at 40 °C (non-condensing)
Altitude
0 to 2000m (6500 ft) above sea level
Safety
Designed for compliance to IEC 61010-1:2001
EMC
Meets the conducted and radiated emissions and immunity
requirements of IEC 61326:2002 when tested with EMC shielded filler
panels separating the controller and the M9330A module, and in all
open slots. The RFI gaskets must be oriented to the right.
Weight
1.14 kg (2.5 lb)
Security
All user data stored in volatile memory
Dimensions
3U, 4-slot PXI module
8.1 x 13 x 21.6 cm (3.2 x 5.1 x 8.5 inches)
ISO compliance
This modular instrument is manufactured in an ISO-900 registered
facility in concurrence with Keysight Technologies commitment
to quality.
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ORD E RING INFORM A T ION
Model
Description
M9330A
Arbitrary waveform generator with 8 MS
memory per channel
Option
Description
M9330A-M16
Waveform memory expansion to 16 MS
memory per channel
M9330A-300
Enabling software for 16-bit dynamic
sequencing
M9330A-330
Direct digital synthesis software
M9330A-350
Function generator software
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Figure 11. Keysight M9330A AWG with controller in PXI chassis.
NOTE: For the M9330A to work properly, at least one PXI chassis
and one PXI controller type must be available.
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