Table Of Contents - HP 81200 User Manual

Contents
What's New in This Release?
Introduction to the System
HP 81200 Data Generator/Analyzer Platform User Guide, Revision 2.1
Major Changes from Rev. 2.0 to 2.1
Frontends E4838A and E4837A
Enhanced Frontend Support
External Clock Multiplier
Quick Frequency Overview and Change
System Capabilities
Verify and Characterize Digital Devices
Key Features
System Components
Mainframes and Controllers
Modules
Frontends
Trigger Pod
Identification of Hardware Resources
Open VXI Configurations
Summary of Hardware-Related Terms
Operating Principles
Virtual Instruments/Systems
Hardware and Setup Models
Software Structure
Summary of Setup-Related Terms
Timing Principles
Choice of Clock Sources
FMR and Blocklength Granularity
Clock Setup Example
Testing up to 1.3 Gbit/s with Two 660 Mbit/s Outputs
Synchronization of Signals
Trigger-Controlled Start and Stop
Summary of Timing-Related Terms
Data Generation Principles
Emulate Real Pattern and Waveform Conditions
Data Sequences
Data Blocks
Data Segments
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