The Tektronix AWG420 is a high-performance 200 MS/s Arbitrary Waveform Generator belonging to the AWG400 Series. It features 2 independent channels with outstanding 16-bit vertical resolution, extensive waveform memory up to 16 Mpoints per channel, and integrated features like noise generation and independent channel skew control.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232, LAN (10BASE-T), Keyboard (Mini-DIN) |
| Display | 10.4-inch Color TFT LCD, 640 × 480 pixels |
| Warm-up Time | 20 minutes |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 V AC, 47 to 63 Hz, 260 W max |
| Operating Temperature | +10 °C to +40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 362 mm × 178 mm × 492 mm |
| Weight | 11.2 |
Channel and Waveform Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 2 analog channels |
| DAC Resolution | 16-bit |
| Run Modes | Continuous, Triggered, Gated, Sequence |
| Arbitrary Waveform Length | 64 points to 4 Mpoints per channel (16 Mpoints with Option 01) |
| Minimum Waveform Length | 64 points |
| Waveform Segment Length Granularity | 1 point |
Sample Rate and Timing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sampling Rate Range | 100 S/s to 200 MS/s |
| Sampling Rate Resolution | 4 digits |
| Internal Frequency Accuracy | ±2 ppm (+15 °C to +30 °C) |
| Internal Frequency Stability | ±1 ppm/year |
| Interchannel Skew Control Range | -2.5 ns to +2.5 ns |
| Interchannel Skew Control Resolution | 0.1 ns |
Amplitude and Output Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Connector Type | BNC |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Amplitude Range (Single-ended) | 20 mV p-p to 5.0 V p-p (into 50 Ω) |
| Amplitude Range (Differential) | 40 mV p-p to 10 V p-p (into 50 Ω) |
| Amplitude Resolution | 1 mV |
| Amplitude Accuracy | ±(1.5% of setting + 2 mV) at 1 kHz |
| DC Offset Range (Single-ended) | -2.5 V to +2.5 V (into 50 Ω) |
| DC Offset Resolution | 1 mV |
| DC Offset Accuracy | ±(1% of offset + 10 mV) |
| Rise/Fall Time | ≤ 5.5 ns (5 Vp-p single-ended) |
| Aberrations | ≤ 7% (at 5 Vp-p, single-ended, filter through) |
| Analog Bandwidth | 30 MHz (-3 dB, typical) |
| Low-pass Filters | Through, 1 MHz, 5 MHz, 20 MHz, 50 MHz (Bessel type) |
| Harmonic Distortion | ≤ -55 dBc (1 MHz, 5 Vp-p, filter 50 MHz) |
| Spurious Free Dynamic Range (SFDR) | ≤ -55 dBc (1 MHz, 5 Vp-p, filter 50 MHz, DC to 100 MHz) |
| Random Jitter | ≤ 25 ps RMS |
| Noise Generator | Additive White Noise (independent per channel) |
Waveform Memory and Sequencing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Memory Size | 4 Mpoints/channel |
| Optional Memory Size (Option 01) | 16 Mpoints/channel |
| Sequence Length | 1 to 8,000 steps |
| Maximum Loop Count | 1 to 65,536 |
| Sequence Jump Modes | Event jump, Software force jump |
Trigger and Clock Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Trigger Input Connector | BNC (Front panel) |
| External Trigger Input Impedance | 50 Ω or 10 kΩ (selectable) |
| External Trigger Threshold Range (10 kΩ) | -5.0 V to +5.0 V |
| External Trigger Threshold Range (50 Ω) | -2.0 V to +2.0 V |
| External Trigger Threshold Resolution | 0.1 V |
| External Trigger Minimum Pulse Width | 10 ns |
| Reference Clock Input Amplitude | 0.2 V p-p to 3.0 V p-p (into 50 Ω) |
| Reference Clock Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Reference Clock Output Amplitude | 1.2 V p-p (into 50 Ω) |
Auxiliary Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Marker Outputs | 4 (2 per channel, standard) |
| Marker Output Level (High) | -1.0 V to +2.6 V (into 50 Ω) |
| Marker Output Level (Low) | -2.0 V to +1.6 V (into 50 Ω) |
| Marker Output Level Resolution | 10 mV |
| Marker Rise/Fall Time | ≤ 3.0 ns |
| Add Input Connector | BNC (Front panel) |
| Add Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Add Input Bandwidth | DC to 30 MHz (-3 dB) |
| Add Input Range | -1.0 V to +1.0 V |
System, Connectivity, and Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Storage Medium Support | 3.5-inch Floppy Drive (1.44 MB) |
| Internal Storage Capacity | ≥ 10 GB (Internal HDD) |
Physical and Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Operating Temperature Range | -20 °C to +60 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 20% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) |
| Cooling Method | Forced-air cooling |
Power and Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards Certifications | UL 3111-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN 61010-1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance | EN 55011, EN 50082-1, FCC Part 15 |
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 340 VA max. |
| Input Voltage Range | 90 to 250 VAC |
| Input Frequency Range | 48 to 63 Hz |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB Port | IEEE-488.2 interface |
| LAN Port | 10Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Keyboard Connector | 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2) |
| Mouse Connector | 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2) |
| VGA Video Output | 15-pin D-sub connector (rear panel) |
| Parallel Printer Port | 25-pin D-sub connector, Centronics compatible (rear panel) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Vibration | 0.27 G_RMS (5 Hz to 500 Hz) |
| Non-operating Vibration | 2.28 G_RMS (5 Hz to 500 Hz) |
| Non-operating Shock | 294 m/s² (30 G), half-sine, 11 ms duration |
| Operating Shock | 294 m/s² (30 G) half-sine, 11 ms duration |
Storage & Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PC Card Slot | Type II PC Card (PCMCIA) slot, rear panel |
Trigger
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Trigger Interval Range | 1.0 µs to 10.0 s |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Flatness | Within ±0.5 dB (to 10 MHz), ±2.0 dB (to 80 MHz) relative to 100 kHz |
| Phase Noise | -100 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (typical, 10 MHz output) |
| Interchannel Crosstalk | -50 dB or less at 10 MHz |
Technology
Arbitrary Waveform Generator
Applications
Electronic Test and Measurement