Agilent Introduces Oscilloscopes with 63-GHz True Analog Bandwidth

By DE Editors

Agilent Technologies introduced its Infiniium 9000 Q-Series oscilloscopes with real-time bandwidth of 63 GHz on two channels and 33 GHz on four channels. The new lineup includes 10 four-channel models ranging from 20 GHz to 63 GHz, all of which are bandwidth upgradeable. These new scopes deliver the low noise and a low jitter measurement floor, ensuring superior measurement accuracy.
 
At its maximum bandwidth the Q-Series breaks the 60-GHz barrier, with a -3 dB point of 63 GHz. The 33-GHz model allows engineers to simultaneously trigger on and capture signals on all four channels with no compromise. These two specifications allow the oscilloscopes to make measurements on devices designed to conform to emerging standards. Key capabilities include:
 
The units provide direct digitization of M-band signals (60 GHz to 100 GHz); analysis of IEEE 802.3ba 40/100/400-GbE and Optical Internetworking Forum CEI 3.0 signals.; measurement of up to four differential channels in a single acquisition for unraveling difficult cross-talk problems; and direct measurement of voltage swings larger than 1V when high-bandwidth and general-purpose measurements need to be made with the same instrument.

According to the company, the 90000 Q-Series improves upon Agilents use of custom integrated circuits and multichip module packaging with an exclusive new technology called RealEdge. RealEdge comprises a combination of new architectures, next-generation microcircuits and thin-film components, and advanced application of Agilents indium phosphide semiconductor process. This new technology enables high-frequency capability while maintaining the industrys lowest noise and jitter measurement floor (75 fs).
 
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Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.