B&K Precision 4034 Datasheet

Data Sheet

50 MHz Programmable Pulse Generators

Models 4033 & 4034

Description Features & Benefits

The 4033 and 4034 are high performance pro­grammable pulse generators for testing digital
systems and circuits based on TTL, CMOS, or
ECL technologies. Both instruments generate
clean and accurate pulses at up to 6 digits reso­lution with a repetition rate up to 50 MHz, vari­able pulse widths from 10 ns to 10 s, and pulse
delays from 0 ns to 10 s. Output levels are
adjustable from -10 V to +10 V, with pulse
amplitudes settable from 0.1 Vpp to 10 Vpp into
a 50 ohm load. All parameters, modes, and
functions are programmable via the front panel
or remote control commands. Additionally, the
pulse generators provide selectable complemen­tary pulse and double pulse generation in contin­uous, triggered, gated, and counted burst
modes.

■ Repetition rate of 0.1 Hz to 50 MHz

■ Flexible trigger modes: Continuous, Triggered

(internal, external, manual), Gated Burst and

External Width

■ Pulse width programmable from 10 ns to 10 s

■ Transition times (rise and fall times) variable

from 6 ns to 100 ms

■ Programmable delay and double pulse

■ Predefined amplitude levels for ECL, TTL, and

CMOS signals

■ Store up to 99 different test setups with auto

retention of last power down setup

■ 10 Vpp into 50 ohm output

■ Closed case calibration

■ Programmable via GPIB and RS-232

■ SCPI compatible

■ Three year warranty

Dual-Channel Model 4034

■ Both channels offer full functionality and all

parameters such as pulse width and transition

time can be set independently

■ Synchronize both channels with the push of a

button

■ Saves cost and bench space

Applications

■ Automatic Test Equipment (ATE)

■ Avionics and radar testing

■ Switching power supply testing

■ Characterization of active components

Technical data subject to change
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50 MHz Programmable Pulse Generators

odels 4033 & 4034

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External Width

In the external width pulse mode, pulse period
and width are determined by an externally
applied signal. The pulse generator then applies
transition and level parameters to this signal in
order to generate the pulse. A power supply
designer for example could use this feature to
shape the width and period of the output signal
to drive the power supply’s FET transistors while
remaining synchronized with its control circuits.

Front Panel Interface

Variable Transitions

For added flexibility, variable rise and fall times
can be programmed from 6 ns to 100 ms.
Various shapes of pulses can be obtained for
applications where parameters such as linearity,
switching times, or reflection times must be ana­lyzed. Programmable rise and fall times could be
used to measure operational amplifier slew rates
and easily test thresholds of devices and circuits.

Menu Keys – Selects menu
options for waveform parameters

Straightforward User Interface

These generators use a menu-driven front panel
keypad and control knob to adjust all parameters.
The bright, easy-to-read display shows all rele­vant parameters along with a graphical represen­tation of the output pulse. If an entered parame­ter is not compatible with the existing setup sta­tus, the operator is informed by an error mes­sage.

Users can conveniently select predefined ampli­tude levels for TTL, ECL, and CMOS signals, or
choose a custom amplitude level for specialized
applications.

Output On Button – Turns the
main output signal on or off

F1-F5 Key – Select menu options
that appear on the bottom section
of the LCD display

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Manual Trigger Key – Sends
manual trigger pulse when
pushed (requires instrument
to be in manual trigger
mode)

4033 Output Section –
Main output and Sync
output