Description
The PXI-5421 is a high-performance signal generator, designed for advanced applications requiring precise signal generation. The model number for this device is PXI-5421, and it comes in various part numbers including 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, and 778697-04, catering to different configurations and user needs.
This signal generator offers multiple onboard memory options to suit different application requirements, including 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB. It provides a high sample rate of 100 MS per second, ensuring accurate and efficient signal processing for demanding applications.
With a resolution of 16-bit, the PXI-5421 delivers precise signal generation, catering to applications that require high fidelity and accuracy. The device boasts a maximum bandwidth of 43 MHz, enabling it to generate a wide range of frequencies and signal types.
The PXI-5421 is equipped with 1 output channel, providing flexibility in signal generation for various testing and simulation scenarios. It is compatible with popular driver software, including LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio, making it a versatile tool for engineers and researchers.
Featuring a software-selectable output enable feature, the device allows users to easily manage signal output, enhancing operational efficiency. The maximum output overload of the PXI-5421 is 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for Direct Path), ensuring robust performance under various load conditions.
The device’s clock source can be synchronized with internal sample clocks, locked to a reference clock, or derived from the onboard VCXO frequency reference, offering flexibility in time-based signal generation.
The PXI-5421 has a weight of 12.1 oz and dimensions of 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in., making it compact and suitable for integration into various test and measurement setups. Calibration services are available for the PXI-5421, with a recommendation for calibration to be performed annually or every two years to ensure sustained accuracy and performance.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | PXI-5421 |
| Part Numbers | 778697-01, 778697-02, 778697-03, 778697-04 |
| Onboard Memory Options | 8 MB, 32 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB |
| Sample Rate | 100 MS per second |
| Resolution | 16-bit |
| Maximum Bandwidth | 43 MHz |
| Output Channels | 1 |
| Driver Software Compatibility | LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Output Enable Feature | Software-selectable |
| Maximum Output Overload | 50 Ω, ±12 V (±8 V for Direct Path) |
| Clock Source | Internal sample clocks can be locked to a reference clock or derived from the onboard VCXO frequency reference |
| Weight | 12.1 oz. |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.1 in. |
| Calibration | Available; recommended annually or every two years |
| Mature Status Announcement | Question 1: What is the sample rate of the PXI-5421?
