The Keysight (Agilent) M8190A is a high-performance modular arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) in a 2-slot AXIe form factor. It delivers up to 12 GSa/s with 12-bit resolution or up to 8 GSa/s with 14-bit resolution. With up to 2 GSa of arbitrary waveform memory per channel and advanced sequencing capabilities, it is designed for demanding applications including I/Q signal generation, serial data testing, time domain applications, and direct IF/RF signal generation.
Specifications
General Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sample Rate Range | 125 MSa/s to 8 GSa/s (14-bit) / 12 GSa/s (12-bit) |
| Vertical Resolution | 14-bit (up to 8 GSa/s) / 12-bit (up to 12 GSa/s) |
| Form Factor | 2-slot AXIe |
| Module/Chassis Compatibility | 2-slot or 5-slot AXIe chassis |
| System Control | Via external PC or AXIe system controller |
Output Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Bandwidth (Direct DAC) | DC to 5 GHz |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
| Output Type | Single-ended or differential, DC-coupled (Direct/DC Amp) |
| Amplitude Range (Direct DAC) | 350 mVp-p to 700 mVp-p (single-ended) |
Waveform Memory and Sequencing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Memory Depth per Channel | Up to 2 GSa |
Clocking and Timing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sample Clock Output Connector | SMA |
| Marker Outputs per Channel | 2 (Sample Marker and Sync Marker) |
| Marker Output Type | Single-ended |
| Marker Output Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
| Sync Marker Width | User-defined multiples of N (N=64 in 12-bit, N=48 in 14-bit) |
| Marker Output Connector | SMA |
Triggering
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger / Gate Input Range | -5 V to +5 V |
| Trigger / Gate Threshold Range | -5 V to +5 V |
| Trigger / Gate Input Polarity | Selectable positive or negative |
| Trigger / Gate Input Impedance | 1 kΩ or 50 Ω nominal, DC coupled |
| Trigger / Gate Max Toggle Frequency | 187.5 MHz (12-bit mode) / 166.6 MHz (14-bit mode) |
| Trigger Connector | SMA |
| Event Input Range | -5 V to +5 V |
| Event Input Threshold Range | -5 V to +5 V |
| Event Input Impedance | Selectable 1 kΩ or 50 Ω nominal, DC coupled |
| Event Input Max Toggle Frequency | 187.5 MHz (12-bit mode) / 166.6 MHz (14-bit mode) |
| Event Input Connector | SMA |
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 1 or 2 (configuration dependent) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Sample Rate (12-bit Mode) | 12 GSa/s |
| Maximum Sample Rate (14-bit Mode) | 8 GSa/s |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Output Connectors | SMA (female) |
System Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Multi-Module Synchronization | Up to 6 modules (12 channels) via M8192A sync module |
Software & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Software | MATLAB, LabVIEW, C/C++, Keysight BenchLink Waveform Builder Pro, IVI-COM, IVI-C |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Module Size | 2-slot AXIe module |
System & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Backplane Interface | PCIe Gen2 x4 (via AXIe backplane) |
Technology
Arbitrary Waveform Generation (AWG)
Applications
I/Q Signal Generation, Serial Data, Time Domain, Direct IF/RF