ATS9360

ATS9360
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ATS9360

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Overview
The AlazarTech ATS9360 is a high-speed, dual-channel waveform digitizer card designed for PCI Express Gen 2 interfaces. It features a 12-bit resolution with a maximum sample rate of 1.8 GS/s per channel and supports data streaming to PC memory at rates up to 3.5 GB/s. It is particularly suited for Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) applications due to its non-interleaved sampling and optional variable frequency external clock.
Specifications
- Interface: PCIe x8 Gen 2
- Operating Systems: 32-bit/64-bit Windows & 64-bit Linux
- Channels: 2
- Max Sample Rate: 1.8 GS/s
- Bandwidth: 800 MHz
- Memory Per Channel: 2/4 Gigasamples
- Resolution: 12 bits
Key Features
- FPGA-based 4096-point FFT processing
- Continuous streaming mode
- ±400 mV fixed input range
- Asynchronous DMA device driver
- AlazarDSO oscilloscope software
- Software Development Kit (SDK) for multiple programming languages
Applications
The ATS9360 is ideal for applications such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), ultrasonic and eddy current NDT/NDE, RF signal recording and analysis, high-resolution oscilloscopes, spectroscopy, and multi-channel transient recording.
PCI Express Bus Interface
The ATS9360 uses an 8-lane PCI Express bus, requiring at least one free 8-lane or 16-lane slot on the motherboard. It supports a sustained throughput of 3.5 GB/s.
Analog Input
The digitizer features two analog input channels with up to 800 MHz bandwidth and a fixed input voltage range of ±400 mV. The input impedance is fixed at 50 Ω with DC coupling.
Acquisition System
The system uses 1.8 GS/s, 12-bit ADCs for simultaneous channel sampling. It supports multiple records per acquisition and can capture an infinite number of triggers.
On-Board Acquisition Memory
The ATS9360 includes 8 GB of on-board memory, acting as a deep FIFO to manage data transfer pauses.
FPGA-Based FFT Processing
Real-time FFT processing is supported with up to 4096-point FFT length. The system can perform 200,000 FFTs per second, ideal for OCT applications.
AutoDMA Modes
- No Pre-Trigger (NPT) AutoDMA: Optimized for applications needing only post-trigger data.
- Continuous AutoDMA: Data streaming mode without triggering.
- Triggered Streaming AutoDMA: Similar to continuous mode but starts on a trigger event.
Triggering
The ATS9360 offers programmable digital triggering options with two trigger engines. External trigger input can be set as an analog input or a 3.3 V TTL input.
Timebase and Clocking
The timebase can be controlled by an on-board low-jitter VCO or an optional external clock. The external clock supports frequencies from 300 MHz to 1.8 GHz.
Additional Features
- AUX Connector: Configured as a Trigger Output by default.
- OCT Ignore Bad Clock: Technology to handle out-of-specification clocks in OCT applications.
Software and Development Kits
The AlazarDSO software allows users to set up acquisition hardware, capture, display, and archive signals. The ATS-SDK provides a development kit for Windows and Linux, supporting multiple programming languages. ATS-GPU enables real-time data transfer to GPU cards for high-speed digital signal processing.
Operating System Support
The ATS9360 supports Windows 11, 10, and certain server versions, with limited support for older systems. Linux support includes DKMS drivers for Ubuntu, Debian, and RHEL distributions.
Technical Support and Warranty
AlazarTech offers free technical support for products under warranty, with options for extended warranties up to five years. Out-of-warranty support requires purchasing technical support hours.
Export Control and Compliance
The ATS9360 is classified under Canadian export controls and is RoHS compliant. It meets various electromagnetic and safety standards, including CISPR and IEC directives.
System Requirements and Specifications
Requires a Gen 2 or Gen 3 PCI Express slot, 4 GB RAM, and specific power inputs. It features a 12-bit resolution, 800 MHz bandwidth, and supports dual-channel sampling. The acquisition memory system offers 8 GB memory with flexible record lengths.
Triggering and I/O
The system supports edge triggering with digital and analog comparators, multiple trigger engines, and a variety of input/output options through the AUX I/O.
Compliance and Certifications
The document outlines compliance with RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863/EU), CE Marking for EC Conformity, and FCC Part 15 Class A / ICES-003 Class A. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Ordering Information
Various product options and upgrades are available for the ATS9360 digitizer, including external clock upgrades, extended warranties, and software development kits (SDKs) supporting multiple programming languages such as C/C++, Python, MATLAB, and LabVIEW.
Manufacturer Information
Alazar Technologies, Inc. is the manufacturer, located in Pointe-Claire, QC, Canada. Contact information includes toll-free and direct phone numbers, fax, and email.
Trademark Information
The document lists trademarks and registered trademarks for various software and hardware components, including MATLAB, LabVIEW, Windows, Linux, ASUS, RHEL, CUDA, NVIDIA, and Quadro.
Datasheet Revision History
The document provides a detailed revision history from version 1.3 (August 2015) to version 1.6K (July 2022), highlighting changes in specifications, compliance updates, product descriptions, and support information.
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2 channels sampled at 12-bit resolution 1.8 GS/s real-time sampling rate Variable frequency external clocking Continuous streaming mode ±400 mV fixed input range Asynchronous DMA device driver ® • AlazarDSO oscilloscope software • Software Development Kit supports ® ® C/C++, C#, Python, MATLAB , LabVIEW Support for Windows & Linux Operating System 32-bit/64-bit Windows & 64-bit Linux 2/4 Gigasamples in dual/single channel mode AlazarTech ATS®9360 is an 8-lane PCI Express Gen 2 (PCIe x8), dual-channel, high-speed, 12-bit, 1.8 GS/s waveform digitizer card capable of streaming acquired data to PC memory at rates up to 3.5 GB/s. It is also possible to do FPGA-based 4096-point FFT on acquired data. This is useful for Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) related applications. RF Signal Recording & Analysis Unlike other products on the market, ATS9360 does not use interleaved sampling. Each input has its own 12-bit, 1.8 GSPS ADC chip. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Ultrasonic & Eddy Current NDT/NDE Terabyte Storage Oscilloscope High-Resolution Oscilloscope Spectroscopy Multi-Channel Transient Recording Optional variable frequency external clock allows operation from 1.8 GHz down to 300 MHz (or 75 MHz for screened ATS9360 cards), making ATS9360 an ideal waveform digitizer for OCT applications. Users can capture data from one trigger or a burst of triggers. Users can also stream very large datasets continuously to PC memory or hard disk. ATS9360 is supplied with AlazarDSO software that lets the user get started immediately without having to go through a software development process. Users who need to integrate the ATS9360 in their own program can purchase a software development kit, ATS-SDK, for C/C++, C#, Python, MATLAB, and LabVIEW for both Windows and Linux operating systems. All of this advanced functionality is packaged in a low power, half-length PCI Express card.

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer PCI Express Bus Interface On-Board Acquisition Memory According to PCIe specification, an 8-lane board can be plugged into any 8-lane or 16-lane slot, but not into a 4-lane or 1-lane slot. As such, ATS9360 requires at least one free 8-lane or 16-lane slot on the motherboard. Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate ATS9360 interfaces to the host computer using an 8-lane PCI Express bus. Each lane operates at 5.0 Gbps (Gen 2). The physical and logical PCIe x8 interface is provided by an on-board FPGA, which also integrates acquisition control functions, memory management...

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer Continuous AutoDMA can easily acquire data to PC host memory at the maximum possible rate allowed by the motherboard. This is the recommended mode for very long signal recording. TRIGGER INPUT(S) CAPTURE Triggered Streaming AutoDMA NPT AutoDMA is designed specifically for these applications. By only storing post-trigger data, the memory bandwidth is optimized and the entire onboard memory acts like a very deep FIFO. Note that a DMA is not started until RecordsPerBuffer number of records (triggers) have been acquired and written to the on-board memory. Starting...

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer causing an event message to be sent to the application so it can start consuming data. Once the data has been consumed, the application can post the data buffer back on the queue. This can go on indefinitely. ATS9360 External Clock option provides an SMA input for an external clock signal, which should have a high slew rate. Signal levels, specified in detail on page 7, must be respected. One of the great advantages of Async DMA is that almost 95% of CPU cycles are available for data processing, as all DMA arming is done on an event-driven basis. Input impedance...

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer Firmware version 19.09+, driver version 5.10.6+ and SDK 7.1.3+ are required to take advantage of OCT Ignore Bad Clock. For existing customers, these firmware and driver versions are available for download from AlazarTech’s website free of charge. The purchase of an ATS-SDK license includes a subscription that allows users to download ATS-SDK updates from the AlazarTech website for period of 12 months from the date of purchase. See www.alazartech.com/en/technology/oct-ignorebad-clock/ for more information on this technology. Customers who want to download new...

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer ATS-GPU supports 64-bit Windows 64-bit and Linux for CUDA®-based development. Windows support for ATS9360 includes Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server® 2019, and Windows Server 2016. As Windows Server 2019 and 2016 are seldom used by our customers, they are expected to work but are not regularly tested with each software release. If there are issues related to Windows Server 2016 or 2019, tech support may not be as rapid as for other operating systems. Microsoft mainstream support ended in 2018 for Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2. As such, AlazarTech...

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer RoHS Compliance ATS9360 is fully RoHS compliant, as defined by Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 3) of the European Parliament and of the Council of 31 March 2015 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. All manufacturing is done using RoHS-compliant components and lead-free soldering. ATS9360 conforms to the following standards: Electromagnetic Emissions: CISPR 32:2015 / EN 55032:2015 (Class A): Multimedia Equipment (MME) Radio disturbance characteristics. Limits and method of measurement. Electromagnetic...

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1.8 GS/s 12-Bit PCIe Gen2 Digitizer System Requirements Timebase System Personal computer with at least one free x8 or x16 PCI Express slot (must be Gen 2 or Gen 3 slot to achieve full data throughput), 4 GB RAM, 100 MB of free hard disk space, SVGA display adaptor and monitor with at least a 1024 x 768 resolution. Timebase options Internal Clock or External Clock (Optional) Internal sample rates Internal clock accuracy Dynamic Parameters Physical Size Single slot, half length PCI Express card (4.377 inches x 6.5 inches excluding the connectors protruding from the front panel) I/O Connectors...

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