Description
The PXIe-5442 is a high-performance PXI Waveform Generator designed to meet a wide range of signal simulation and testing requirements. This model is part of a series that includes several part numbers: 780109-01, 780109-02, 780109-03, and 196749A-03, ensuring a variety of options for specific project needs.
It features a single output channel capable of generating signals with a bandwidth of less than 43 MHz (@ -3 dB). The output impedance of the PXIe-5442 can be set to either 50 Ω or 75 Ω (nominal), providing flexibility in matching the impedance of the system or component under test. With an analog output resolution of 16-Bit, it offers high fidelity signal generation capabilities.
The device includes two SMB jacks (bidirectional) on the front panel for easy connectivity. It supports Onboard Signal Processing (OSP) and SMC Technology, enhancing its functionality and performance in complex signal generation and processing applications.
Software support is comprehensive, with compatibility with LabVIEW, LabWindows™, and Microsoft Visual C++ .NET. Additionally, it includes a Modulation Toolkit specifically designed for LabVIEW, further extending its capabilities in signal modulation and analysis.
Among its advanced features are Pulse-Shaping Filters, Carrier Frequencies up to 43 MHz with 355 nHz Resolution, Continuous Data Streaming up to 200 MB/s, FIR Interpolation Filter, and a 400 MS/s Effective Sampling Rate with DAC Interpolation. These features make the PXIe-5442 an ideal solution for a wide range of applications requiring precise and flexible signal generation.
The physical dimensions of the PXIe-5442 are 8.5 x 0.8 x 5 inches, making it a compact yet powerful addition to any PXI system. Whether for research, development, or testing, the PXIe-5442 offers a robust set of features and capabilities to meet the challenges of today’s demanding signal generation requirements.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | PXIe-5442 |
| Part Numbers | 780109-01, 780109-02, 780109-03, 196749A-03 |
| Type | PXI Waveform Generator |
| Output Channel(s) | 1 |
| Bandwidth | <43 MHz (@ -3 dB) |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω; 75 Ω (nominal) |
| Analog Output Resolution | 16-Bit |
| Front Connectors | Two SMB jacks (bidirectional) |
| Onboard Signal Processing (OSP) | Supported |
| SMC Technology | Supported |
| Software Support | LabVIEW, LabWindows™, Microsoft Visual C++ .NET |
| Modulation Toolkit | For LabVIEW |
| Features | Pulse-Shaping Filters, Carrier Frequencies up to 43 MHz with 355 nHz Resolution, Continuous Data Streaming up to 200 MB/s, FIR Interpolation Filter, 400 MS/s Effective Sampling Rate with DAC Interpolation |
| Physical Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.8 x 5.
Question 1: What is the bandwidth of the PXIe-5442? Question 2: What output impedance options does the PXIe-5442 offer? Question 3: What is the analog output resolution of the PXIe-5442? Question 4: What software is the PXIe-5442 compatible with? Question 5: What is the effective sampling rate of the PXIe-5442? |


