As part of a vector network analyzer (VNA), a directional coupler enables us to characterize a device’s performance by its S-parameters. Read this article to…
As part of a vector network analyzer (VNA), a directional coupler enables us to characterize a device’s performance by its S-parameters. Read this article to learn more about this important piece of equipment.
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.
Tektronix's new 4 Series B mixed-signal oscilloscope fits the same measurement zone as the prior model but is more…
Tektronix's new 4 Series B mixed-signal oscilloscope fits the same measurement zone as the prior model but is more responsive because of a faster processor and custom ASIC.
The new SDS7000A oscilloscope line from Siglent brings two model, the SDS7404A and SDS7304A, as its top offerings, with 4…
The new SDS7000A oscilloscope line from Siglent brings two model, the SDS7404A and SDS7304A, as its top offerings, with 4 GHz and 3 GHz bandwidths.
On Thanksgiving today, Jeff reflects on how electronics technology enables all our amazing devices, and shares six useful…
On Thanksgiving today, Jeff reflects on how electronics technology enables all our amazing devices, and shares six useful All About Circuits online resources to be thankful for.
Three oscilloscopes from Keysight, Quantifi Photonics, and Rigol promise improvements to electronic testing and measurement.
Three oscilloscopes from Keysight, Quantifi Photonics, and Rigol promise improvements to electronic testing and measurement.
With more channels than its predecessor, the MXO 5 series gives new insight into your circuit’s performance.
With more channels than its predecessor, the MXO 5 series gives new insight into your circuit’s performance.
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.
New test tools from Siglent, Teledyne LeCroy, and Keysight flex frequency range, accuracy, flexibility, and resolution.
New test tools from Siglent, Teledyne LeCroy, and Keysight flex frequency range, accuracy, flexibility, and resolution.
Designers have an all-new tool for portable testing that only requires a USB cable and a computer.
Designers have an all-new tool for portable testing that only requires a USB cable and a computer.
In the face of fundamental limits, radar industry leaders are poised to tackle the coming challenges in radar in their…
In the face of fundamental limits, radar industry leaders are poised to tackle the coming challenges in radar in their own unique ways.
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).
There are a host of tricky challenges that emerge when debugging complicated I2C and SPI errors. Learn how leveraging key…
There are a host of tricky challenges that emerge when debugging complicated I2C and SPI errors. Learn how leveraging key features of today’s advanced oscilloscopes can smooth the way.
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.
At IEEE Radio and Wireless Week 2023, industry leaders in chip fabrication and measurement engaged in a panel discussion…
At IEEE Radio and Wireless Week 2023, industry leaders in chip fabrication and measurement engaged in a panel discussion to give engineers their opinions on the future of D-band technology.
Take a journey back in time to remember some of the tech and events from the world of electronics in 2022.
Take a journey back in time to remember some of the tech and events from the world of electronics in 2022.
Learn about digital square wave generators using a ring oscillator, a 555 timer-based oscillator, and an…
Learn about digital square wave generators using a ring oscillator, a 555 timer-based oscillator, and an Arduino-generated square wave oscillator.
Making use of his Friday at Electronica 2020, All About Circuits’ Jeff Child decided to explore the show’s test and…
Making use of his Friday at Electronica 2020, All About Circuits’ Jeff Child decided to explore the show’s test and measurement section: Hall A3.
By creating a new class of test instrument, Tektronix touts its PCI Express (PCIe) margin tester as a tool that reduces…
By creating a new class of test instrument, Tektronix touts its PCI Express (PCIe) margin tester as a tool that reduces PCIe link testing times from hours down to just minutes.