July 8, 2008

S-parameters are so yesterday
Textbook amplifiers operate in linear mode and are easy to analyze. Unfortunately, it's often impossible or undesirable to operate real-world amplifiers in a linear mode. Read More

A D V E R T I S E M E N T FREE APPLICATION NOTE: Signal Transformer Measurements with Bode 100 This application note explains how Bode 100 can be used to measure and verify various signal transformer parameters such as the coupling factor, resonance frequencies and parasitic capacities. You will be shown how to detect discrepancies in winding numbers of transformers and how to measure resonance frequencies and coupling factors. Click here

Microwave generators get pulse-train and power-analysis options
Rohde & Schwarz has expanded the capabilities of its R&S SMF100A microwave signal generator with two new options: the R&S SMF-K27 option allows users to configure pulse trains for radar-specific developments and tests, and the R&S SMF-K28 option enables the R&S SMF100A to handle power analysis.
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Agilent instruments target multiplay test
Four new products from Agilent Technologies support the development of multiplay infrastructures. The test instruments offer performance monitoring and testing of fixed, mobile, and converged networks, while simplifying complex tasks. Read More