The Keysight (Agilent) 8110A is a highly precise 150 MHz pulse pattern generator designed to simulate real-world digital signals. It provides precise edge positioning and true-to-life signals to verify hardware designs, optimize test yields, and enhance measurement credibility when paired with oscilloscopes or logic analyzers. Operating with one or two Agilent 81103A output modules, it supports both single- and dual-channel configurations with flexible transition times and pattern generation capabilities.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488.2) |
| Display | Graphical LCD display with backlighting |
Timing & Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1.00 Hz to 150 MHz |
| Period Range | 6.65 ns to 999 ms |
| Pulse Width Range | 3.30 ns to 999 ms |
| Delay Range | 0.00 ns to 999 ms |
| Double Pulse Spacing Range | 6.65 ns to 999 ms |
Pulse & Transition Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rise/Fall Time Range | 2.00 ns to 200 ms (variable, 10/90%) |
Output Channels & Voltage Levels
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 1 or 2 channels (module configuration dependent) |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ohm |
| Amplitude Range into 50 Ohms | 100 mV to 10.0 V (peak-to-peak) |
| Amplitude Range into Open Circuit | 200 mV to 20.0 V (peak-to-peak) |
| Offset Range into 50 Ohms | -9.95 V to +9.95 V |
| Offset Range into Open Circuit | -19.9 V to +19.9 V |
| High Level Range into 50 Ohms | -9.90 V to +10.0 V |
| Low Level Range into 50 Ohms | -10.0 V to +9.90 V |
| High Level Range into Open Circuit | -19.8 V to +20.0 V |
| Low Level Range into Open Circuit | -20.0 V to +19.8 V |
| Voltage Resolution | 10 mV |
| Output Connector Type | BNC (front panel) |
Pattern & Data Generation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Data Rate Range | 1.00 b/s to 150 Mb/s |
| Pattern Memory Depth per Channel | 4096 bits (4 kb) per channel with variable pulse parameters |
| Data Formats | RZ (Return-to-Zero), NRZ (Non-Return-to-Zero) |
| Channel Addition/Combining Modes | Analog addition of channels enables 3-level signals (requires two Agilent 81103A modules) |
Trigger, Sync, and External Inputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Trigger Input Frequency Range | Up to 150 MHz |
Configuration & Ordering Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Required Output Module | Agilent 81103A (150 MHz, 10 V output module; 1 or 2 required) |
Applications
Digital design verification, receiver characterization, telecom and datacom device testing