User manual for the Astronics Test Systems PXIe-1209 dual 100 MHz pulse generator covering installation, operation, and specifications.
This manual provides detailed information on the PXIe-1209 dual 100 MHz pulse generator, including safety warnings, hardware configuration, and software installation. It also contains the full specification tables, register descriptions, and troubleshooting guidance.
The document is organized into chapters covering an overview of features, PXIe interface details, pulse and timing control logic, installation steps, software driver setup, and extensive specifications for performance, power, and environmental limits.
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
|---|---|
| Non‑Operating Temperature | -40 to +70 °C |
| Power Consumption | +3.3 VDC at 3 A, +12 VDC at 1.6 A |
| Pulse Frequency Range | 0.093 Hz to 100 MHz |
| Pulse Width Range | 5 ns to (period – 3 ns) |
| Output Voltage Range | -1.5 V to +6.5 V (RL = ∞) |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Resolution (Output) | 12 bit, 2 mV |
Driver downloads are available at http://www.astronicstestsystems.com/support/downloads.
The module requires +3.3 VDC at 3 A and +12 VDC at 1.6 A.
It can generate pulses up to 100 MHz.