Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
a digital bitstream whose values are represented by adjustments in phase and amplitude of sinusoidal electromagnetic waves.
See Also: QAM, QAM Analyzers
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass
40-860A-022
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-022 is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with FC/APC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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PXI Dual SP4T Multiplexer 6GHz 50 SMA
40-784A-102
Multiplexer Module
Pickering Interfaces’ range of 40-784A PXI Microwave Multiplexer Modules have a characteristic impedance of 50Ω and are capable of switching signals up to 40GHz. Available in single, dual or triple, SP6T or SP4T formats, they are suitable for constructing complex microwave switching networks and provide a range of switching configurations to suit most applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA or SMA-2.9 connectors
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PCI Programmable Resistor Card 2-Channel 2.5 Ohm To 8.19k Ohm - SPST
50-294-124
Programmable Resistor Module
The 50-294 series of PCI Programmable Resistor cards are available with two channels of 16-bit, two channels of 12-bit or four channels of 8-bit resistor chains in a single card. These cards are ideal for simulating sensors for control and management systems under test, allowing the user to verify system response in design verification or manufacturing test applications.
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PXI 8 Slot BRIC 135x16 1-Pole (9 sub-cards)
40-561A-121-135X16
Matrix Switch Module
This version of our BRIC is part of a range of high-density PXI matrix modules. These modules are available in 2, 4 or 8 slot PXI sizes to suit all high performance matrix requirements and are constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays. With this high level of switching density, these PXI matrix modules allow a complete Functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis. These BRIC matrix modules allow the use of lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
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PXI/PXIe High Density Precision Resistor Module
42-297A-142
Precision Resistor Module
The 40-297A-142 (PXI) and the 42-297A-142 (PXIe) are 3-channel programmable resistors with a range of 2.5 Ω to 395 kΩ. They are part of the 40/42-297A series of high density precision resistor modules and provide a simple solution for applications requiring accurate simulation of resistive sensors.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Triple SP6T, 18GHz, 50Ω, SMA, Remote Mount
40-784B-023-E
Multiplexer Module
The 40-784B-023-E (PXI) and 42-784B-023-E (PXIe) are triple SP6T 18GHz unterminated microwave multiplexers with remotely mounted relays. The 40/42-784B range is available with single, dual or triple, SP6T or SP4T multiplexers with front panel mounted or remotely mounted relays.
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PXI/PXIe High Density 2A Multiplexer, 1-Bank, 64-Channel, 2-Pole
42-614D-016
Multiplexer Module
The 40-614D-016 (PXI) and 42-614D-016 (PXIe) 1-bank, 64-channel, 2-pole multiplexers are part of the High Density 2A multiplexer module range available in 23 configurations (see 'Also in this Range' link above). All configurations use high quality electro-mechanical signal relays allowing each channel to switch current up to 2A and voltage up to 300VDC/250VAC.
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LXI Low Thermal EMF Matrix 1-pole 56x33
60-510-001
Matrix Switch Module
The 60-510 is a high density 1-pole matrix module controlled via LXI. It has excellent thermal stability and substantially reduced thermal EMF figures when compared to a conventional switching matrix. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE, selecting thermocouple inputs, switching amplifier gain circuits and high accuracy DC micro-volt measurements. Ruthenium reed switches are used because of their good low level switching capability. They also have a very long life with excellent contact resistance stability, minimal wetting current and low thermal offset.
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PXIe-5673E, 6.6 GHz PXI Vector Signal Generator
781263-03
Signal Module
6.6 GHz PXI Vector Signal Generator—The PXIe‑5673E is a wide-bandwidth module that, when combined with the appropriate software, can generate a variety of signals. With the Modulation Toolkit for LabVIEW, it can generate different waveforms including AM, FM, CPM, ASK, FSK, MSK, PSK, QAM (4‑, 16‑, 64‑, and 256‑QAM), multitone signals, arbitrary waveforms, and many others. In addition, you can combine these vector signal generators with standard-specific software to generate signals for GPS, GSM/ EDGE/WCDMA, WLAN, WiMAX, DVB‑C/H/C, ISDB‑T, ZigBee, and others. With PXIe‑5673E stream‑from‑disk capabilities, you can generate continuous waveforms that are up to several terabytes in length.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 264x8 2-Pole (12 sub-cards)
40-562B-122-264X8
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-122-264X8 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 264x8 with 2-pole switching. It is part of a range of BRIC matrices available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot formats to suit high performance PXI matrix requirements and is constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays.
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PXI RF Multiplexer, 4x SP4T, 1.3 GHz 75 Ω, SMB Connectors
40-755-304
Multiplexer Module
The 40-755-304 is a 5xSP4T 75 Ω multiplexer and is part of a range of high density RF multiplexers available in 50 Ω and 75 Ω variants with up to 10xSP4T switches in a single PXI module. They are available with two connector options; SMB that provides a frequency range of 1.8 GHz (50 Ω) / 1.3 GHz (75 Ω), or multiway which limits the bandwidth to 1.3 GHz but offers a high density solution occupying one PXI slot.
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PXI 4 Slot BRIC 88x4 2-pole (2 sub-cards)
40-562A-022-88X4
Matrix Switch Module
This version of our BRIC is part of a range of high-density PXI matrix modules. These modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes to suit all high performance matrix requirements and are constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays. With this high level of switching density, these PXI matrix modules allow a complete Functional ATE system to be housed in a single 3U PXI chassis. These BRIC matrix modules allow the use of lower cost 8 or 14-slot PXI chassis.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 20x32 1-Pole (4 sub-cards)
40-562B-121-20X32
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-562B-121-20X32 is a high density BRIC8 matrix module with a size of 20x32 with 1-pole switching. It is part of a range of BRIC matrices available in 2, 4, 8 or 12-slot formats to suit high performance PXI matrix requirements and is constructed using instrumentation quality reed relays.
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PXI Breadboard Module, 2-Slot, 20-Pin GMCT
40-220A-802
Signal Module
The 40-220A series of breadboard modules allow the user to construct their own circuit in situations where a suitable PXI module is not available. For example when it is required to integrate a non-switching function into a PXI chassis. Typical applications include: Creating custom circuitry that can be housed in on a 3U board, or to build special one-off switching modules.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical MUX, 4-Channel, Multi-Mode, 62.5/125 Fiber
40-850A-114-M62.5-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-850A-114-M62.5-HI is a PXI/PXIe 4-channel multiplexer with FC/PC connectors, includes hardware interlock and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications.
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PXI/PXIe High Voltage Multiplexer, Quad 5-Channel, 2-Pole
40-321-121-HI
Multiplexer Module
The 40-321-121-HI (PXI) and 42-321-121-HI (PXIe) are quad 5-channel 2-pole high voltage multiplexers capable of hot or cold switching up to 1000 V peak. They are also available in a range of bank sizes with 1 or 2 poles and channel counts between 4 and 48. High quality reed relays are used throughout.
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PXI/PXIe RF Matrix, 16x4, 100 MHz, 75 Ω SMB
42-727A-101
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-727A-101 (PXI) and 42-727A-101 (PXIe) are 16x4 75 Ω RF matrices with SMB connectors. The 4x-727A/728A/729A range are high density RF matrix modules suitable for switching up to 300 MHz in 50 Ω or 100 MHz in 75 Ω. They are available in 50 Ω or 75 Ω versions with SMB connectors or in 50 Ω versions with a multiway connector.
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PXI/PXIe RF Multiplexer, Dual 4-Channel, 3GHz, 50Ω, SMB
40-872A-002
Multiplexer Module
The 40-872A-002 (PXI) and 42-872A-002 (PXIe) are 50 Ohm 4 to 1 PXI RF multiplexers with 2 banks in a single slot. They have low insertion loss and VSWR through the use of modern RF relay technology at an affordable cost. Each MUX has been carefully designed to ensure excellent and repeatable RF characteristics to frequencies of 3GHz with each path having a nominally equal insertion loss.
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PXI 8-Slot BRIC Matrix, 203x8 2A 2-Pole (7 Sub-cards)
40-565B-102-203X8
Matrix Switch Module
These modules are 2 Amp high-density large PXI matrix modules with the ability to switch up to 2 Amps at 150VDC/100VAC. These 2A switch matrix modules are available in 2, 4 or 8-slot PXI sizes for most high-performance PXI matrix requirements. Constructed using quality electro-mechanical relays for high switching confidence.
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PXI/PXIe High Density 2A Multiplexer, 10-Bank, 4-Channel, 3-Pole
40-614D-022
Multiplexer Module
The 40-614D-022 (PXI) and 42-614D-022 (PXIe) 10-bank, 4-channel, 3-pole multiplexers are part of the High Density 2A multiplexer module range available in 23 configurations (see 'Also in this Range' link above). All configurations use high quality electro-mechanical signal relays allowing each channel to switch current up to 2A and voltage up to 300VDC/250VAC.
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PXI/PXIe MEMS Optical Switch, Dual Insert/Bypass
40-860A-122
Multiplexer Module
The 40/42-860A-122 is a PXI/PXIe dual insert/bypass switch with FC/PC connectors and is part of Pickering's range of PXI Fiber Optic MEMS Switching modules. They are available in many high density formats with a choice of different connector styles to suit most applications: FC/APC (for optimal performance), FC/PC and SC/PC for general applications and LC and MU for high density applications. They are also available with an optional hardware interlock which, when activated, will return all optical switches to their default unpowered state.
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PXI BRIC4 FIBO Matrix Dual 20x4 3pin brkout
40-592A-001
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-592A FIBO (Fault Insertion Break-Out) Matrix Module is a large-scale high density switching matrix based on the Pickering BRIC format. The fault insertion BRICs are designed for applications requiring the simulation of a variety of faults in complex, high pin count, applications involving sensors and control units. Typical faults that can be simulated are open-circuits, short circuits to ground or battery, or short-circuits between input/output lines.
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PXI 10W Programmable Resistor Module, 1-Channel, 1Ω to 31.5Ω
40-253-110
Programmable Resistor Module
The 40-253-110 is a programmable resistor module with 1 channel which can be set between 1Ω and 31.5Ω with 0.125Ω resolution The 40-253 range provides a simple solution for applications requiring up to 10W of power handling per channel. The 40-253 is available in a variety of resistance ranges and resolution capabilities that meet the needs of most functional test systems. Each channel is able to simulate short or open circuit conditions that can be experienced in a system caused by faulty wiring or sensors.
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NI-9221, ±60 V, 800 kS/s, 12-Bit, 8-Channel C Series Voltage Input Module
779014-01
Voltage Input Module
±60 V, 800 kS/s, 12-Bit, 8-Channel C Series Voltage Input Module - The NI‑9221 performs single-ended analog input. The wider voltage range makes this module well suited for industrial-level, automotive, or even smaller-cell battery measurements. There are two connector options for the NI‑9221: a 36‑position spring‑terminal connector and a 37-position D‑SUB connector.
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LXI Microwave Multiplexer, 50Ω 6-Channel 11-Bank 26.5GHz SMA
60-801-311
Multiplexer Module
The 60-801-311 is a 6-channel, 11-bank RF multiplexer suitable for switching 50Ω signals up to 26.5GHz. It is part of Pickering Interfaces’ range of LXI Microwave Multiplexers which are available with bandwidths between 6GHz and 40GHz and support for 4, 8 12 or 16 banks of 4 or 6-channel multiplexers. It is ideal for constructing complex microwave switching systems for many applications. Connection is by high performance front panel mounted SMA or SMA-2.9 connectors.
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PCI Resistor Card 4-Channel 1 Ohm To 63.7 Ohm
50-293-011
Programmable Resistor Module
The 50-293 is a Programmable Resistor card with either two channels of 16-bit or four channels of 8-bit resistor chains in a single PCI card. The card is ideal for simulating sensors for control and management systems under test, allowing the user to verify system response in design verification or manufacturing test applications.
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PXI Precision Resistor Module 9-Channel, 1 to 122
40-297-112
Programmable Resistor Module
This 9-channel PXI Precision Resistor Module provides a simple solution for applications requiring accurate simulation of resistive sensors. The 40-297 series is available in a variety of resistance ranges and resolution capabilities that meet the needs of most functional test systems. It is particularly well suited to applications such as the testing of engine controllers where resistive sensors provide information on parameters such as temperature.
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PXI/PXIe Microwave Multiplexer, Dual SP4T, 18GHz, 50Ω, SMA
40-785C-422
Multiplexer Module
The 40-785C-422 (PXI) and 42-785C-422 (PXIe) are dual SP4T 18GHz unterminated microwave multiplexers. The 40/42-785C range of multiplexers are available as single or dual, SP6T or SP4T panel mounted multiplexers with relays mounted on the front panel. The single slot version can support up to three supplied remotely mounted multiplexers.
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Single 32x4 1-Pole High-Density PXI Matrix Module
40-520-401
Matrix Switch Module
The 40-520 family of high-density PXI matrices is available in 22 different configurations with up to 256 crosspoints. The choice of six bus widths (x16, x12, x8, x6, x4 and x2) enables competitively priced solutions using Pickering Electronics instrumentation quality reed relays. These relays offer very long life with good low-level switching performance and excellent contact resistance stability. Typical applications include signal routing in ATE and data acquisition systems.
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PXI/PXIe 15W Programmable Resistor Module
42-254-026
Programmable Resistor Module
The 40-254-026 (PXI) and 42-254-026 (PXIe) are programmable resistor modules with 1 channel which can be set between 1.5Ω and 26.7kΩ with 8Ω resolution The 40-254 range provides a simple solution for applications requiring up to 15W of power handling per channel.
