Tektronix AWG5208 Arbitrary Waveform Generator
Tektronix AWG5208 is an 8-channel arbitrary waveform generator with up to 10 GS/s sample rate, 16-bit resolution, and direct RF signal generation up to 4 GHz.
Product details
| Model | AWG5208 |
| Manufacturer | Tektronix |
| Category | Bit Error Rate Testing |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The Tektronix AWG5208 is an 8-channel arbitrary waveform generator from the AWG5200 Series, designed for engineers and researchers requiring advanced signal stimulus solutions. It delivers unparalleled signal fidelity with class-leading sample rates and deep memory depth, enabling complex RF baseband signal generation and precision experimental applications. With up to 5 GS/s native sample rate (10 GS/s with 2x interpolation) and 16-bit vertical resolution, the AWG5208 supports easy generation of complex signals and accurate playback of captured waveforms across eight independent channels.
Key Features
- 8-channel arbitrary waveform generator configuration
- Up to 10 GS/s sample rate with 2x interpolation (native 5 GS/s)
- 16-bit vertical resolution for high-fidelity signal generation
- 2 GSamples waveform memory per channel
- Direct generation of signals with carriers up to 4 GHz without external RF conversion
- -70 dBc spurious-free dynamic range for high-precision RF signals
- 2 GHz analog bandwidth at -3 dB
- Built-in digital complex modulator with multi-rate interpolation
- No in-band carrier feed-through or images with internal IQ modulation
- Output frequency range from 1.5 KS/s to 10 GS/s
- Flexible output configurations: Direct DC (1.5 Vp-p differential) or AC with optional amplification
- Fully operational without external PC; built-in display and front panel controls
- Import and playback of waveforms captured from oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers
- Seamless integration with third-party tools like MATLAB and Excel
- Optional sequencing for advanced waveform creation
Applications
- Complex RF baseband signal generation and testing
- Multi-channel digital signal processing and verification
- Semiconductor design and characterization
- Conformance and margin testing for RF systems
- Real-world signal environment simulation
- Radar signal generation and analysis
- High-speed digital data stream testing with analog effects
- Precision scientific and research applications
- Large-scale system testing and synchronization
Specifications
| Channel/Port Count | 8 |
| Maximum Sample/Data Rate | 10 GS/s |
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Tektronix AWG5208 Arbitrary Waveform Generator