Picosecond Pulse Labs

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Picosecond Pulse Labs designs and manufactures instruments, modules, and components for test & measurement applications. Picosecond’s core competence is the precision generation and measurement high-speed signals. A key part of this competency is our 30 plus year legacy of designing metrology grade test equipment.

The PatternPro mission: Enable testing of the latest high-speed serial data standards by addressing critical configuration and cost issues.

The PatternPro product line is designed to meet emerging test needs at an affordable cost without compromising performance. This is accomplished in two ways. First, costs are addressed by separating major BERT functions such as pattern generation and error checking and eliminating unwanted features. Overall, this allows the end user to take more of an “a la carte” approach and select only the functions and features that their testing requires, thereby lowering equipment cost. It also enables greater flexibility to change test configurations to meet future needs.

Second, by offering multi-channel architectures such as a 4 Channel 30Gb/s programmable pattern generator and a 4 Channel 32Gb/s programmable error detector solution, users can for the first time afford equipment to fully test and verify performance for applications such as 100Gb/s Ethernet and DPQPSK systems (note, the same also applies to 4x10Gb/s testing with the PatternPro 4 Channel 16Gb/s PG and 4 Channel 16Gb/s ED solutions). This approach allows comprehensive functional testing as well as victim-aggressor cross talk characterization, both of which are critical at these high data rates.

PatternPro Products
Our Serial Data Generator (SDG) programmable pattern generators offer a wide range of capabilities. Maximum data rates for various SDG models range from 1.6 Gb/s to 30 Gb/s. Product line features highlights include a built-in clock source, programmable output, programmable data, multi-channel versions, built-in jitter insertion options, touch screen GUI, and USB TMC remote control.

Our Serial Data Analyzer (SDA) programmable error checkers are complete benchtop instruments with both a front panel touch screen GUI and a USB TMC computer control interface. Features include PRBS or user programmable data, automatic or manual alignment of input clock and data, and automatic pattern synchronization. Our Model 13020 32Gb/s programmable error checker makes an ideal companion for our Model 12070 30Gb/s programmable pattern generator (as does the Model 13010 16Gb/s ED with the Model 12055 16Gb/s PG).

Our BERT Systems combine the PatternPro SDG programmable pattern generators with the SDA programmable error detectors. Multi-channel configurations (1, 2, or 4 channels) and fully integrated bench-top instruments allow flexible configurations at both 16Gb/s and 30Gb/s. Simple instrument controls via either touch-screen GUI or USB TMC remote control make test system setup quick and simple.

PatternPro Solutions
The PatternPro line of products includes a wide range of serial data instruments, covering the latest serial data test needs such as 100G Ethernet and DQPSK applications. In addition, the PatternPro line includes a number of key features and capabilities such as multiple data channels, jitter insertion, pre-emphasis, and PAM (multi-level signaling).

Pattern Generators PSPL’s PatternPro line of serial data instruments includes a wide range of pattern generators: the 12000, 12010, 12020, 12050, 12060, 12070, and 12072. The 12000/10/20 function as pulse/pattern generators while the 12050/60/70/72 function as NRZ only pattern generators.The 12000 generator offers high flexibility, the 12010 and 12020 offer unique capabilities for serial data testing (e.g. built-in jitter insertion), and the 12050/60/70/72 are focused on higer data rates with programmable frequency, amplitude, delay, and user defined patterns.

Regardless of your requirement, the 12000 series generators has a product to meet your needs - all at a very attractive price/performance point.

SDG Model 12072
4-channel 32Gb/s Pattern Generator

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Data Rate Output Channels Output Voltage Output Window Risetime Jitt. Inser. Spec Sheet Model 12000 165MHz 1 or 2 10V/20V ±10V/±20V 2.5ns No Model 12010 800MHz 1 or 2 2.5V -2V, +3.3V 150ps Option Model 12020 1.6GHz 1 or 2 2.5V -2V, +3.3V 150ps Option Model 12050 12.5Gb/s 1 2V -2V, +3V 25ps Option Model 12055 16Gb/s 1, 2, or 4 2V -2V, +3V 25ps Option Model 12060 20Gb/s 1 2V -2V, +3V 25ps No Model 12070 30Gb/s 1, 2, or 4 2V -2V, +3V 25ps Option Model 12072 32Gb/s 1, 2, or 4 500mV -500mV to 0V 12ps Option

Error Detectors PSPL’s PatternPro line of serial data instruments includes both error detectors and pattern generators. Our Model 13020 32Gb/s programmable error detector makes an ideal companion for our Model 12070 30Gb/s programmable pattern generator. Conversely, since the Model 13020 is a stand alone instrument, it may also be used separately as an error detector(e.g. unbundled from the pattern generator).Picosecond’s error detector products offer a completely integrated instrument with both a front panel touch screen GUI and a computer control interface. Features include either PRBS or user programmable data, automatic or manual alignment of input clock and data, and automatic pattern synchronization.Regardless of your requirement, the PatternPro serial data instrument product line has a product to flexibly meet your needs - all at a very attractive price/performance point. SDA Model 13020 32Gb/s Error Checker

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Data Rate Input Channels Data Input Clock Input Patterns Pattern Memory Spec Sheet Model 13010 16Gb/s 1 or 2 100mV to 0.6V 100mV to 0.6V PRBS, user data 2Mbit Model 13020 32Gb/s 1 or 2 100mV to 0.6V 100mV to 0.6V PRBS, user data 2Mbit

BERT Systems PSPL’s line of PatternPro serial data test instruments enables testing of the latest high-speed serial data standards by addressing critical configuration and cost issues. The PatternPro line includes SDG Pattern Generators and SDA Error Detectors that provide high-performance, flexible Bit Error Test solutions. With PatternPro test suites, users are finally able to comprehensively test critical multi-channel product performance parameters such as cross-talk immunity and multi-channel functionality. 30Gb/s 4 Channel BERT System

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Data Rate Channels Data Types Spec Sheet 16Gb/s BERT System 16Gb/s 1, 2, or 4 PRBS, user data 32Gb/s BERT System 32Gb/s 1, 2, or 4 PRBS, user data

Programmable Pattern Amps Picosecond Pulse Labs introduces a new tool for advanced serial data testing, the Programmable Pattern Amplifier(PPA). The PPA is a complex module that integrates a DC coupled limiting amplifier hybrid with bias and digital control circuitry for programmable control of amplitude, offset, and crossing point.This innovative and flexible product is designed to provide intrument grade performance in an economical and modular form. The PPA is capable of providing single-ended, differential, and multi-channel high-speed serial data test signals.The PPA is available for purchase as single or multiple modules integrated into a LABware instrument (combines PPA modules, power supply, cooling, and USB interface).These instruments come in several configurations. The Model 8020B contains either two, four, or eight PPA modules for use in single-ended or differential applictions. The base four channel Model 8020B integrates two 1:4 splitters, connections for a differential input signal (pos. and neg.), and taps for accessing each amplifier input separately. Model 8020B LABware Splitter with PPAs Programmable Pattern Amplifier (PPA) Bare Module

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Bandwidth Risetime Amplitude Configurations Spec Sheet Model 8020B 25Gbps 20ps 2.0V splitter with 4 diff channels

Pulse Generators Picosecond designs and manufactures the world’s leading Step, Pulse, and Impulse Generators. The Model 4005 provides 11 ps falltime, our 10,000 series generators offer unparalled risetime/amplitude combinations, and the 12,000 series generators provide fully progammable use up to 1.6GHz. Our Model 10,300B produces 50V pulses, 300 ps risetime, and adjustable duration from <1ns to 100ns. The Model 10,050A produces 10V pulses with 45ps risetime and adjustable duration from 100ps to 10ns. The 12,000 generator is unique with its programmable rise/falltime and 40V output range while the 12,010 and 12,020 generators offer high rep rates with either 1 or 2 programmable output channels. PSPL also offers accessories, extended warranties, and calibration service plans for our pulse generators. Slower risetimes can be obtained by externally attaching a risetime filter. Step waveforms can be converted to impulses by attaching one of our Impulse Forming Networks. 4005 Pulse Calibration Source

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Trans. Time Amplitude Max Rep. Rate Pulse Duration Range Baseline Offset Wave- form Spec Sheet 12000 Adj. 2.5ns to 200ms Adj. 40V 165MHz 3ns to 1000s Adj. ±20V Pulse 12010 150ps Adj. 2.5V 800MHz 250ps to 67ns -2V to +3.3V Pulse 12020 150ps Adj. 2.5V 1.6GHz 250ps to 67ns -2V to +3.3V Pulse 4005 11ps -5V 1MHz 16ns No Step 4016 <5ps -5V 500kHz 5ns No Step 10,050A 45ps 10V 100kHz 100ps to 10ns No Pulse 10,060A 55ps Adj. 10V 100kHz 100ps to 10ns No Pulse 10,070A 65ps Adj. ±7.5 V 100kHz 100ps to 10ns Adj. ±5V Pulse 10,300B <300ps Adj. -45V to +50V 100kHz 1ns to 100ns Adj. ±5V Pulse 1000D 500ps FWHM ±35V 1MHz 500ps FWHM No Impulse 2600C 250ps Adj. ±50V 100kHz <1ns to 100ns No Pulse 3500D 75ps FWHM Adj. ±8 V 1MHz 75ps FWHM Adj. ±5V Impulse 3600 70ps FWHM -7.5V 2.5GHz 70ps FWHM No Impulse 4015C Replaced by 4015D – – – – – 4015D 12ps -5V 500kHz 5ns No Step 4050B 45ps 10V 1MHz 10ns No Pulse 4500E 100ps Adj. 35V 100kHz <1ns to 250ns No Step TD1107C & TD1110D 20ps to 25ps 230mV 50kHz 4us No Step

LABware Picosecond’s LABware instruments combine our popular broadband components into easy to use lab tools. Each instrument includes a built-in power supply to eliminate the hassel of finding and setting up multiple supplies. LABware instruments are designed to be “off the shelf ready”. Simply grab the LABware box, plug it in, and start using it.The first two LABware instruments to be introduced are the Model 8001 12.5Gb/s Driver Amplifier instrument and the Model 8003 15GHz Linear Amplifier instrument. Additional modules are planned for introduction in the near future.Also visit the Programmable Pattern Amplifier (PPA) product department for additional LABware modules that integrate PPA modules into LABware instruments. These PPA LABware instruments are intended for use generating programmable serial data test sources from low cost pattern generators and for generating multi-channel/parallel serial data from single channel intruments (e.g. BERTs and pattern generator instruments). Model 8001 LABware Instrument

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Data Rate Bandwidth Amplitude Adj. Amp. Spec Sheet Model 8001 12.5Gb/s 12GHz 8Vpp Y Model 8003 12.5Gb/s 15GHz 2.8Vpp N

TDR/TDT Instruments Picosecond offers two high-speed pulse sources specifically designed for TDR/TDT applications – The Model 4020 Single-ended Source Enhancement Module and the Model 4022 Differential Source Enhancement Module.The ultra-fast pulse risetime of the 4020 and the 4022 provides a 2.5X-4X improvement over other commercially available TDR and TDT pulse sources.The resolution performance of the Models 4020 and 4022 are detailed in the PSPL technical paper, “High Resolution TDR Measurements Using the PSPL Models 4020 and 4022 9 ps TDR Source Enhancement Modules”.One TDR application that benefits significantly from higher resolution is package substrate analysis. A customer paper is available for download that details high-resolution package substrate TDR measurements and analysis -“Realization of Ultra-Wideband High-Resolution TDR for Chip-Carrier Packages”.As a complement to the Model 4020 and 4022, PSPL also offers the Model 4022-DAK TDR/T Probe Connector Adapter Kit and the Model 4022-DBK TDR/T Full Connector Adapter Kit. Model 4022 Differential TDR/T Source

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Incident TDR Risetime TDR Pulse Amplitude TDT Risetime TDT Pulse Amplitude Spec Sheet 4020 Single-ended TDR/TDT Source 9 ps 200 mV 7 ps 2.3 V 4022 Differential TDR/TDT Source 9 ps 200 mV 7 ps 2.3 V

Sampler Modules Picosecond’s high-speed samplers can be used in many different applications, including equivalent time sampling. PSPL currently offers a 25GHz bandwidth equivalent time sampler module as a standard product.In addition, PSPL supplies sampler modules as OEM products to instrument and test system vendors (see “LeCroy Announces use of Picosecond Pulse Labs Sampling Technology”). For more information on OEM products, contact PSPL. Model 7040 25 GHz Sampler Module

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Model Bandwidth Sampling Rate Input Dynamic Range RF Connectors Spec Sheet 7040 Sampler Module 25GHz 10MSample/sec 2Vp-p 2.92mm

EXTENDED WARRANTY AND CALIBRATION PLANS

Picosecond Pulse Labs offers both extended warranties and calibration service plans for its generator products. These products may be purchased separately or as a combined package.

3 Year Warranty
• Extends warranty by 2 years, from the standard period of 1 year to 3 years.
• Terms and conditions are the same as for the standard 1 year warranty; see Terms and Conditions of Sale for details.
• May be purchased with a new generator or within the first year after a generator purchase.

Calibration Service Plans
• The calibration service plan is effectively a prepaid group of 3 calibrations to be used within 3 years of the shipment date of the generator.
• May be purchased with a new generator or within the first year after a generator purchase.
• Calibration service repeats the final test of the instrument and provides updated versions of any test reports that were originally provided with the instrument does not include adjustments that might be required (unless covered by warranty)and does not include any repairs (labor or parts) (unless covered by warranty).

General Information
• Customer is responsible for shipment expenses to and from PSPL.
• Unit is sent to PSPL for calibration via an RMA.

Note: Extended warranties and calibration services have particular model numbers that correspond to the applicable generator product. Extended warranty and calibration service prices vary with generator model.