Description
The PXI-5621 is a high-performance RF Digitizer with a part number initially released as 189182C-01 but was later corrected to 189182A-02. This device falls under the category of RF Digitizers, designed to provide precise and accurate measurements.
It boasts a 14-bit resolution, ensuring detailed data capture for your RF signals. The PXI-5621 can achieve a maximum sample rate of 64 MS/s, with a sample rate range that stretches from 1 kS/s up to 64 MS/s, making it versatile for a wide range of applications.
The digitizer features a DC-coupled coupling type and supports a single channel. Its input impedance is rated at 50 Ω nominal, and it can handle a maximum input signal level of +8 dBm (±0.794 Vp).
For triggering, the PXI-5621 offers several modes, including Software, Digital, and Immediate, providing flexibility for various testing scenarios. It requires only one PXI slot for installation, making it a compact yet powerful addition to your test setup. The dimensions of the device are 3.9 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches.
In terms of connectivity, it features an SMA female connector for the external frequency reference input and an SMB male connector (PFI 1) for the external trigger. It also comes equipped with a 64 MB memory buffer, ensuring ample data storage for complex measurements.
Additionally, the PXI-5621 supports a Multi-Record Capturing Mode and allows the user to enable or disable dither through software, enhancing its versatility and user control. Despite being announced as obsolete, it remains available from Apex Waves, ensuring that users can still access this high-quality equipment for their RF digitization needs.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 189182C-01 (Corrected: 189182A-02) |
| Category | RF Digitizers |
| Model | PXI-5621 |
| Resolution | 14-bit |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 64 MS/s |
| Coupling Type | DC-coupled |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Sample Rate Range | 1 kS/s to 64 MS/s |
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
| Maximum Input Signal Level | +8 dBm (±0.794 Vp) |
| Triggering Modes | Software, Digital, Immediate |
| PXI Slot Requirement | 1 |
| Dimensions | 3.9 x 6.3 x 0.8 in |
| External Frequency Reference Input Connector | SMA female |
| External Trigger Connector | PFI 1 – SMB male |
| Memory Buffer | 64 MB |
| Multi-Record Capturing Mode | Supported |
| Dither Enable/Disable | Through Software |
| Obsolete Status | Announced but available from Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the initial part number of PXI-5621?
Answer 1: 189182C-01
Question 2: What is the maximum sample rate of the PXI-5621?
Answer 2: 64 MS/s
Question 3: How many bits is the PXI-5621’s resolution?
Answer 3: 14-bit
Question 4: What type of connectors does the PXI-5621 use?
Answer 4: SMA female and SMB male
Question 5: Is the PXI-5621 still available for purchase?
Answer 5: Yes, from Apex Waves
