The paradox of test equipment design is that it must be more advanced than the devices it tests. We spoke with Tektronix in person to gain insights on this…
The paradox of test equipment design is that it must be more advanced than the devices it tests. We spoke with Tektronix in person to gain insights on this unique technical challenge.
The new mixed-signal oscilloscopes also integrate a CAT II digital multimeter, three programmable power supplies, a…
The new mixed-signal oscilloscopes also integrate a CAT II digital multimeter, three programmable power supplies, a dedicated trigger line, and an arbitrary waveform generator.
In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the…
In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the potential non-idealities of its reference standards.
In this article, we explore the types of impedance tuners most commonly used for load-pull measurement—their…
In this article, we explore the types of impedance tuners most commonly used for load-pull measurement—their advantages, their disadvantages, and the methods by which they synthesize impedance.
This article explains how to use a histogram test with a sinusoidal input to determine analog-to-digital converter (ADC)…
This article explains how to use a histogram test with a sinusoidal input to determine analog-to-digital converter (ADC) parameters, along with the advantages of doing so.
Histogram testing is the most popular method for determining analog-to-digital converter (ADC) static parameters. In this…
Histogram testing is the most popular method for determining analog-to-digital converter (ADC) static parameters. In this article, learn the basics of histogram testing and the specifics of how to use a linear ramp histogram test.
Learn about two nonlinearity sources, spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR), and SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) in…
Learn about two nonlinearity sources, spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR), and SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) in analog-to-digital converters (ADCs).
Learn how dithering can suppress both harmonic and non-harmonic spurs and two different types of dithering systems:…
Learn how dithering can suppress both harmonic and non-harmonic spurs and two different types of dithering systems: subtractive and non-subtractive topologies.
Learn the basics of ratiometric resistance measurements in analog to digital (A/D) converters, how it's measured, and…
Learn the basics of ratiometric resistance measurements in analog to digital (A/D) converters, how it's measured, and example uses in a digital multimeter (DMM), microprocessor, and various resistive sensors.
Learn why the drive level of your quartz crystal oscillator is important and several methods for how to measure it.
Learn why the drive level of your quartz crystal oscillator is important and several methods for how to measure it.
In this article, we’ll discuss another group of thermal data, called thermal characterization parameters denoted by the…
In this article, we’ll discuss another group of thermal data, called thermal characterization parameters denoted by the Greek letter Psi (Ψ).
This article explains how to use an NTC or a PTC thermistor with an ADC, along with the various process techniques to…
This article explains how to use an NTC or a PTC thermistor with an ADC, along with the various process techniques to convert ADC measured results into a usable temperature value.
Signal switching is vital in test systems, and there are many options to accomplish the task. Here's why reed relay-based…
Signal switching is vital in test systems, and there are many options to accomplish the task. Here's why reed relay-based switching systems may be your best bet.
This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.
This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.
In this project, we'll test how the Silego GreenPAK can be used to build a temperature-sensing system.
In this project, we'll test how the Silego GreenPAK can be used to build a temperature-sensing system.
This article looks at various types of oscilloscope probes and how to use them.
This article looks at various types of oscilloscope probes and how to use them.
Learn more about the importance of capacitor ESR, how to measure it, and what factors can affect your measurements.
Learn more about the importance of capacitor ESR, how to measure it, and what factors can affect your measurements.
This teardown looks inside the General Tools Toolsmart Bluetooth Autoranging Multimeter.
This teardown looks inside the General Tools Toolsmart Bluetooth Autoranging Multimeter.
This project will show you how to make a device that can measure resistances as low as 0.1 ohms.
This project will show you how to make a device that can measure resistances as low as 0.1 ohms.
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