Description
The 778572-57 is a state-of-the-art PXI Switch identified specifically by its model number PXI-2557. This unit is designed as a 2.5 GHz 75 Ohm 8X1 Multiplexer, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring the switching of numerous video RF signals. It has been engineered for use in scenarios where multiple video tuners need to be connected to a single channel on the RF analyzer.
This device falls under the category of a PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module, a type that is highly sought after for its reliability and efficiency in handling high-frequency signals. The PXI-2557 is particularly noted for its application in switching various video RF signals, which includes the routing of multiple video tuners to a single channel on the RF analyzer. This feature makes it an invaluable asset in the field of RF signal management and analysis.
One of the key technical specifications of this device is its Insertion Loss, which refers to the measurement of signal attenuation and power loss as the signal passes through the switch. This parameter is critical in understanding how the device will affect the signal integrity in a given application. Additionally, the device’s VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) is a crucial specification, indicating the ratio of reflected to transmitted waves. This metric is essential for assessing the energy loss in the transmission line due to impedance mismatches, which can significantly impact the efficiency of the signal transmission.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 778572-57 |
| Category | PXI Switches |
| Model | PXI-2557 |
| Description | 2.5 GHz 75 Ohm 8X1 Multiplexer |
| Type | PXI RF Multiplexer Switch Module |
| Application | Switching of numerous video RF signals, including multiple video tuners to a single channel on the RF analyzer |
| Insertion Loss | Measurement of signal attenuation and power loss through the switch |
| VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) | Ratio of reflected to transmitted waves, indicating energy loss in transmission line due to impedance mismatches |
Question 1: What is the model number of the PXI Switch?
Answer 1: PXI-2557
Question 2: What is the maximum frequency of the PXI-2557?
Answer 2: 2.5 GHz
Question 3: What type of signals is the PXI-2557 ideal for?
Answer 3: Video RF signals
Question 4: What is the importance of VSWR in the PXI-2557?
Answer 4: Indicates energy loss due to impedance mismatches.
Question 5: What does the PXI-2557’s Insertion Loss indicate?
Answer 5: Signal attenuation and power loss.
