The Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent HP) 16522A is a high-performance 200 MHz digital pattern generator module designed for functional digital design testing. Compatible with Agilent 16500 and 16700 series logic analysis system mainframes, this module allows engineers to simulate real-world stimuli, run design qualification tests, and check system responses to unexpected signals or clock speeds, reducing the need for custom test hardware.
Specifications
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered by mainframe backplane |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 °C |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
Stimulus & Pattern Generation Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Clock Rate | 200 MHz |
| Number of Channels per Module | 20 channels (at 200 MHz clock) or 40 channels (at 100 MHz clock) |
| Memory Depth per Channel | 258,048 vectors |
| Maximum Vector Width | Up to 200 bits wide (via multi-module configurations) |
| Compatible Logic Levels | TTL, 3-state TTL/3.3V, 3-state TTL/CMOS, ECL terminated, ECL unterminated, differential ECL (with pod) |
Timing & Clocking
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Clock Output Delay Range | 11 ns in 9 steps (using clock pod) |
| Clock Input Range | DC to 200 MHz (using clock pod) |
| Internal Clock Period Range | 5 ns to 250 µs |
| Internal Clock Period Sequence | Programmable in a 1, 2, 2.5, 4, 5, 8 sequence |
| External Clock Frequency Range | DC to 200 MHz |
| External Clock Minimum High Time | 2 ns |
Sequencing & Triggering
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Number of Different Macros | 100 |
Physical & Mainframe Integration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Module Slot Width | 1 slot |
| Compatible Mainframes | HP / Agilent 16500B, 16500C, 16700-series |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| +5 V Current Draw | 5.5 A |
Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Clock Pods | 10460A, 10463A, 10468A |
| Compatible Data Pods | 10461A, 10462A, 10464A, 10465A, 10466A, 10469A |
| Compatible Lead Sets | 10474A |
Sequence Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Loop Nesting Levels | 4 |
| Maximum Loop Repeat Count | 4096 |
| Maximum Vector Repeat Count | 4096 |
| Wait Line Inputs | 3 |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Data Pod Power Supply | +5 V, 1 A max per pod pair |
Technology
Digital Pattern Generation
Applications
Functional testing of digital designs and system stimulus