The Tektronix AWG710B is a high-performance Arbitrary Waveform Generator designed for simulating real-world signals at extreme speeds. Combining a sample rate of up to 4.2 GS/s, an outstanding 2.0 GHz analog bandwidth, and an extensive 32.4 M point record length, the AWG710B is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of high-speed digital, communications, and semiconductor device testing.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE 488.2), LAN (10Base-T/100Base-TX), RS-232, VGA, Keyboard (PS/2), Mouse (PS/2), PC Card (Type II PCMCIA) |
| Display | 10.4-inch TFT color LCD, 640 × 480 pixels |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 V AC, 47 to 63 Hz, 380 VA maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 10 to 40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 245 mm × 493 mm |
| Weight | 19.0 |
Channels & Sample Rate
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Analog Channels | 1 |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 4.2 GS/s |
| Minimum Sample Rate | 10.0 MS/s |
| Vertical Resolution | 8 bits |
| Maximum Arbitrary Memory Depth | 32.4 M points (32,400,000 points) |
| Sample Rate Accuracy | ±1 ppm |
Signal Fidelity & Frequency Response
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analog Bandwidth | 2.0 GHz (-3 dB, direct output) |
| Rise/Fall Time (Direct Output) | < 175 ps (20% to 80%) |
| Rise/Fall Time (Normal Output) | < 280 ps (20% to 80%) |
Analog Output Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Output Coupling | DC |
| Amplitude Range (Normal Output) | 50 mVp-p to 2.0 Vp-p (differential into 50 Ω) |
| Amplitude Range (Direct Output) | 20 mVp-p to 1.0 Vp-p (differential into 50 Ω) |
| Amplitude Resolution | 1 mV |
| DC Offset Range | ±0.5 V (into 50 Ω, normal output) |
| Output Connector Type | SMA (front panel) |
Marker & Auxiliary Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Marker Channels | 2 |
| Marker Amplitude Range | 0.5 Vp-p to 2.0 Vp-p into 50 Ω |
| Marker Delay Adjustment Range | 0 to 2.0 ns |
| Marker Delay Resolution | 1 ps |
| Marker Output Connector Type | SMA (front panel) |
Run Modes & Sequencing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Modes | Continuous, Triggered, Gated, Sequence |
| Maximum Sequence Steps | 8,000 steps |
| Loop Count Range | 1 to 65,536 or Infinite |
| Waveform Segment Length Granularity | 1 point |
| Minimum Waveform Segment Length | 1 point |
Clock & Triggering
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Clock Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Clock Input Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Trigger Input Impedance | 50 Ω or 1 kΩ |
| Trigger Input Threshold Range | -5.0 V to +5.0 V |
| Trigger Input Minimum Pulse Width | 5 ns |
| Trigger Input Connector Type | BNC (front panel) |
System, Control & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Operating System | VxWorks |
| Hard Disk Drive | 20 GB (or larger) |
| Floppy Disk Drive | 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB |
| External Monitor Port | 15-pin D-sub (VGA) |
| PC Card Slot | Type II PCMCIA (front panel) |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Form Factor | Benchtop |
Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Input Voltage Range | 100 to 240 V AC |
| AC Input Frequency Range | 47 to 63 Hz |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -20 to +60 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 20% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 m |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SFDR (Direct Output) | -55 dBc @ 10 MHz, -45 dBc @ 100 MHz, -35 dBc @ 500 MHz |
| Phase Noise | -90 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset (typical, 10 MHz output) |
Clock & Reference
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Clock Input Amplitude | 0.4 Vp-p to 2.0 Vp-p |
| External Reference Input Amplitude | 0.2 Vp-p to 3.0 Vp-p |
| External Reference Input Impedance | 50 Ω (AC coupled) |
Auxiliary Inputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Add Input Bandwidth | DC to 100 MHz |
| Auxiliary Add Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Auxiliary Add Input Range | ±1.0 V |
Trigger & Event
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Event Input Impedance | 1 kΩ (pulled up to +5 V) |
Marker Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Marker Rise/Fall Time | < 130 ps (20% to 80%) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 360 VA maximum |
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 |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Option (Option 01) | 64 MS (64,800,000 points) |
Analog Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Low Pass Filters | 20 MHz, 50 MHz, 100 MHz, 200 MHz (selectable for Normal Output) |
| Amplitude Accuracy (Normal Output) | ±(1.5% of setting + 10 mV) at 0 V Offset |
| Amplitude Accuracy (Direct Output) | ±(1.5% of setting + 2 mV) |
| DC Offset Accuracy | ±(2.0% of offset + 10 mV) at minimum amplitude (Normal Output) |
| Harmonic Distortion (Normal Output) | ≤ -50 dBc (at 10 MHz, 1.0 Vp-p, typical) |
| Spurious Noise (Normal Output) | ≤ -55 dBc (at 10 MHz, 1.0 Vp-p, 10 MHz to 4.2 GHz, typical) |
Clock & Trigger
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger to Output Delay | 70 ns (Direct Output) / 100 ns (Normal Output) plus 1 clock cycle (typical) |
| Event Input Minimum Pulse Width | 1280 master clock cycles |
| Event Input Connector Type | BNC (rear panel) |
| Reference Clock Output Amplitude | 1.2 Vp-p into 50 Ω |
| Reference Clock Output Connector Type | BNC (rear panel) |
Markers
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Marker Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Keyboard Port | PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN) |
| Mouse Port | PS/2 (6-pin mini-DIN) |
Compliance & Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | UL 3111-1, CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1 |