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Friday, October 5, 2018

Ultra clean source puts your phase noise testing at the pinnacle.


Signal Hound PNCS-1 1 GHz Phase Noise Clock Standard $1,495.00

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Signal Hound PNCS-1 at BRL Test

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is your authorized Signal Hound distributor for the PNCS-1 the 1 GHz Phase Noise Clock Standard. Be your best when you use the best! Ultra clean source puts your phase noise testing at the pinnacle. When system performance matters, use the Signal Hound PNCS-1. Call your BRL Test representative today at 407-682-4228 to order yours today.

Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Programmable Attenuators - Best Performance- Easy - Low cost at BRL Test

Adaura Technology AD-USB2AR2 Programmable Attenuator

AD-USB2AR2 Programmable Attenuator
Ad-USB2AR2 Programmable Attenuator



BRL Test is your authorized AdauraTech distributor
AdauraTech AD-USB2AR2 programmable attenuators feature a unique design that provides 2 channels in one compact package.  Great engineering delivers exceptional chain-to-chain isolation, greater than 100dB.  Test a much wider range of wireless applications with improved results. Easy to use. Low pricing.  Click Here to Get Quote for AD-USB2AR2.

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Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Review of Signal Hound BB60C real time 6 GHz spectrum analyzer by Kenneth Wyatt

The Signal Hound series of spectrum analyzers are about as small as three large-size Hershey chocolate bars stacked on top of each other. The unit offered for review is the recently released model BB60C real time analyzer, which can tune from 9 kHz to 6 GHz with a dynamic range of +10 to approximately -158 dBm (DANL, which is dependent on resolution BW). It can easily fit within a standard briefcase with room left over for a medium sized laptop.




Figure 1 - The Signal Hound real time spectrum analyzer fits easily into a standard briefcase.


So what does “real time” mean for a spectrum analyzer? In a nutshell, it can display near instant frequency information in up to a 27 MHz instantaneous bandwidth (IBW). The response is so quick, it can trap and display intermittent signals with pulse width as narrow as 4 µs, with 1 µs pulses only attenuated by 2-3 dB. The I/Q data stream is sent through the USB 3.0 port and data streams between 250 kHz to 27 MHz of amplitude-corrected bandwidth may be viewed. The sweep speed is 24 GHz/sec with 1.2 million FFTs per second Because much of the signal processing is performed within the PC, you’ll need a pretty powerful computer. In fact the recommended setup would be a PC running Windows 7 or 8, with an Intel i7 (3rd generation (Ivy Bridge) or later with a quad core processor, 8 GB RAM, one USB 3.0 port and one adjacent USB 2.0 or 3.0 port, and OpenGL 3.0 capable graphics processor. While my Mac is a pretty fast machine and can display the GUI interface and waveform OK, some of the display text is jumbled, making it tough to determine the frequency and bandwidth parameters. So, I’ll borrow a Dell inspiron 17-inch laptop to continue the review.

So, what’s in the box? The well-packed BB60C, of course, a CD-ROM with the drivers and operating software and a special dual USB 3.0 cable that connects and fully powers the unit. Be sure you have at least two USB 3.0 ports on the same side of your laptop, as this special cable has a Y-adapter that won’t reach from one side to the other of most laptops. I had to purchase a USB extension to try it out on my Macbook Pro. The user manual is automatically downloaded to C:\Program Files\Signal Hound\BB60\manuals or it may be downloaded from the Signal Hound web site.




Figure 2 - The analyzer, supplied CD-ROM and connecting cable are included.

Architecture

The BB60C analyzer is based upon a two-stage superheterodyne receiver. Two independent IF frequencies (1.26 and 2.42. GHz) are used based on the tuned RF frequency. Distributed element notch filters are used to suppress spurious responses. To reduce second-order intermodulation, push-pull amplifiers are used to cancel even-order mixing. Direct conversion is used below 10 MHz to avoid mixing products. The front end uses and preamp-attenuator combination that has a spurious-free dynamic range better than 50 dB. The 14-bit ADC uses built-in dithering, which adds improved linearity as well as decreased spurious IF responses. ADC spurs are typically less than 70 dB below the carrier. From the ADC, the digitized IF data goes to an FPGA, where it’s packetized and sent over a USB 3.0 port to the PC, where 80 million 14-bit ADC samples per second are processes into a spectrum sweep or I/Q data stream.




Figure 3 - The system block diagram of the real time analyzer. Courtesy Signal Hound.

Here are some primary specifications:

  • Frequency range: 9 kHz to 6 GHz
  • Streaming IF data: 250 kHz to 27 MHz real time analysis BW (amplitude corrected)
  • Resolution bandwidth (RBW): 10 Hz to 10 MHz
  • Internal timebase accuracy: +/- 1 ppm/year
  • Sweep speed (RBW>10 kHz): 24 GHz/sec
  • Amplitude range: +10 dBm to DANL
  • Absolute amplitude accuracy: +/- 2.0 dB
  • Displayed average noise level (DANL), (dBm/Hz, ref level -60 dBm, atten=0 dB):
  •     9 kHz to 500 kHz: -140
  •     500 kHz to 10 MHz: -155
  •     10 MHz to 6 GHz: -159 + 1 dB/GHz
  • LO leakage at RF input: -80 dBm
  • Size: 8.63 x 3.19 x 1.19 inches
  • Power: one USB 3.0 port and an adjacent USB 2.0 or 3.0 port.
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Written by Kenneth Wyatt - July 08, 2014 Originally in EDN Network

Thursday, July 14, 2016

BRL Test Voted Dealer of the Month by Used Line Hi-Tech and Scientific Equipment Community


CONGRATULATIONS BRL Test! 

 Used-Line's Test Community voted for you because of your honesty, helpfulness, and consistent availability of equipment! 

 BRL Test - low pricing on sales and repairs of electronic test equipment is what we're about. Our world class repair lab sets us apart.

 We absolutely know spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, digital oscilloscopes, signal generators, EMC EMI, amplifiers, RF, microwave and more.

BRL Test is your one stop source for over fifty different manufacturers and thousands of different models. Save on Agilent, Keysight, Com-Power, Ophir RF, Tektronix, Fluke, Anritsu, and Rohde & Schwarz. All equipment is calibrated and certified per order so it is guaranteed to work accurately right out of the box.

Why buy from BRL Test? Our great warranty is fully backed by our expert repair lab. From the top down our entire company is fully engaged and ready to help you with your electronic test equipment requirements. Call us today at 407-682-4228.

Monday, September 21, 2015

BRL Test has E8257D-520/1E1/1EA/1ED Agien/Keysight Signal Generator- Premium Used for $24,900

BRL Test has E8257D-520/1E1/1EA/1ED Agilent/Keysight Signal Generator- Premium Used for $24,900


BRL Test is your E8257D experts.  Enjoy savings on premium quality used.  Rest easy with full 1 year parts and labor warranty.  Backed by BRL Test's World Class Repair Lab.

Click here for E8257D-520 data sheet and quote request form.

Call your BRL Test now to lock in on this great $24,900 price at 407-682-4228

  • Option 1E1:  Step attenuator
  • Option 1EA:  High RF output power
  • Option 1ED:  Type-N (f) RF output connector
  • Option 520:  Frequency range from 250 kHz to 20 GHz