Overview
NI 515x high-speed digitizers are designed for automated test environments, providing gigahertz solutions with high data throughput, synchronization, and integration capabilities. They support dual 1 GS/s, 8-bit input channels, with real-time sampling rates of up to 2 GS/s on one channel and 1 GS/s on two channels. The devices feature input bandwidths of 1 GHz, 500 MHz, or 300 MHz, and a 20 GS/s equivalent-time sampling for repetitive signals.
Specifications
The digitizers offer deep onboard memory options of 8, 64, or 256 MB per channel, enabling the capture of over 1 million triggered waveforms. They support various triggering modes and synchronization options, including edge, window, hysteresis, and digital triggering with 5 ps timestamping. The devices operate within a temperature range of 0 to +55 °C and have a 2-year calibration interval.
Software and Integration
NI provides an IVI-compliant NI-SCOPE driver compatible with LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Microsoft C++, and Visual Basic. The software includes more than 50 built-in measurements and supports PXI and PCI versions. The NI-SCOPE Soft Front Panel allows for interactive control, and the digitizers can be integrated with other NI hardware for comprehensive test systems.
Applications
The digitizers are suitable for various applications, including communications (xDSL, wireless), consumer electronics (DVD, gaming consoles), biomedical research (ultrasonic imaging), and aerospace/defense (RADAR, SONAR, LIDAR).
Ordering Information
Different models are available, such as NI PXI-5154, NI PCI-5154, NI PXI-5153, NI PCI-5153, NI PXI-5152, and NI PCI-5152, each with varying memory configurations. For detailed specifications and purchasing, visit ni.com or call the provided number.
Key Features
The PXI platform enhances measurement throughput with high-bandwidth and low-latency PCI and PCI Express buses, offering faster data rates than GPIB, USB, or LAN. It also provides picosecond-level synchronization between modules and supports over 1,500 instrument modules for flexible test system configurations.
Performance and Flexibility
NI digitizers offer an open architecture and flexible software, allowing users to perform standard measurements and build custom instruments. The NI-SCOPE driver and API provide high-level and low-level control, with prewritten examples for quick setup. LabVIEW SignalExpress enables data acquisition, analysis, and logging without programming.
Power Specifications
The document provides power specifications for various National Instruments (NI) products, including the NI 5154, NI 5153, and NI 5152 models. Each model is available in PXI and PCI configurations, with detailed power consumption metrics provided for both +12 VDC and -12 VDC inputs, as well as total power consumption in watts.
Services and Support
NI offers comprehensive services and support globally, covering the entire application lifecycle from planning and development to deployment and maintenance. This includes tailored service levels for research, design, validation, and manufacturing needs.
Training and Certification
NI provides training programs to enhance productivity with their products, offering instructor-led courses worldwide and a professional certification program to recognize skilled users.
Professional Services
The Professional Services Team includes NI applications engineers and a network of over 600 independent consultants and integrators, offering services from start-up assistance to full system integration.
OEM Support
NI provides design-in consulting and product integration assistance for OEM applications, with special pricing and services available.
Local Sales and Technical Support
NI has local offices worldwide, providing access to engineers who speak the local language and offering industry-leading technical support through various channels, including online resources and forums.
Hardware Services
NI Factory Installation Services (FIS) offer pre-configured systems ready for use, with an extended warranty on hardware components. Calibration services ensure high-accuracy measurements, and repair services include express repair and extended warranties.