GENERAL INFORMATION
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Signal routing
A configurable routing matrix provides flexibility in how you interconnect signals on the PXI
backplane and the LVDS front-panel input. Predefined routing scenarios can be selected, or
your own matrix settings stored and recalled.
Triggering and synchronization
The module synchronizes to an external 10 MHz signal (generally supplied by a 3010 Series
RF synthesizer). Triggering is external, from the PXI backplane or directly from the front-
panel LVDS connector or SMB TTL input, or internal, from the internal timer or level trigger.
List mode
In list mode, up to 128 internal hardware settings can be pre-calculated and stored, providing
fast switching of frequency whilst maintaining RF output accuracy. List addresses are
sourced externally or from an internal counter, possibly driven by the test application
controlling the module. In production, list mode enables faster testing and simplified
programming.
Software
The module is supplied with a VXI PNP driver and soft front panel for use as a self-contained
module. An instrument-level soft front panel is also provided, together with a dll and COM
object, combining the controls of the 3035C together with the 3010 Series RF synthesizer.
Refer to Getting Started with afDigitizer (part no. 46892/676) supplied on the PXI Modules
CD-ROM part no. 46886/028. An FFT spectrum analyzer measurement suite is supplied, and
optional signal analysis components are available to measure power, modulation quality and
spectra to recognized communications standards.
PXI Studio, also supplied with the module, configures your PXI modules as logical
instruments using an intuitive and powerful graphical interface. Currently, PXI Studio
provides comprehensive signal generator, digitizer and spectrum analyzer applications and
optional analysis plugins to suit various communications standards.
RF Investigator, also supplied with the module, is an application that provides combined
operation of all Aeroflex 3000 Series modules from a single user interface, especially useful
for acceptance testing.
