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GW INSTEK AFG-3000 Series

Features

* Wide frequency range from 1uHz to 80/50MHz
* High 200MSa/s sampling rate 
* 16-bit Amplitude Resolution
* Output from any section of 1M-point-long waveforms
* 4.3" high resolution LCD display/on-screen help/Impedance switch
* Four ways to generate arbitrary waveforms: Front Panel Operation 
CSV file uploading, Direct Waveform Reconstruction (DWR), Arbitrary
Waveform Editing PC Software 
* USB, RS-232, GPIB interface support

Description:

 

The AFG-3000 Series is arbitrary waveform generator designed for industrial, scientific research and educational applications. The series comes in bandwidths of 80MHz (AFG-3081) and 50MHz (AFG-3051) with built-in multiple standard waveforms to meet users' diversified needs. 
  
The AFG-3000 Series also provides a high 16 bit resolution, 200MSa/s sample rate and a 1M memory depth for editing arbitrary waveforms directly through the intuitive user interface. The Direct Waveform Reconstruction (DWR) function enables users to directly import waveforms from a GDS-2000 Series oscilloscope to the AFG-3000 via USB host, allowing users to edit waveforms and enhance measurement efficiency. 

 

 

In addition, the AFG-3000 Series has switchable 50 Ohm and Hi-Z Impedances, built-in On-Screen Help for operation conveniently. Complete parameter settings and waveform can be displayed through 4.3-inch high-resolution TFT LCD. Through USB, RS-232, and GPIB, user can use dedicated PC software or IEEE488.2 commands to edit waveforms.

WIDE FREQUENCY RANGE FROM 1uHZ to 80/50MHz 

The AFG-3000 series arbitrary waveform/ function generator employs direct digital synthesis (DDS) technology to generate and output a variety of stable and precise waveforms. The frequency operates at up to 80MHz (AFG-3081) or 50MHz (AFG-3051), with a minimum resolution of 1uHz for the entire frequency range. The built-in standard waveforms include sine, square, triangle, ramp, pulse, noise and other types of waveforms.
The Minimum 1uHz Resolution
 
 
MODULATION, SWEEP and BURST FUNCTIONS  


The Modulation functions, including AM, FM, FSK and PWM, are provided to cover a broad range of market requirements. A dedicated terminal for the modulating signal output is available in the front panel for modulation monitoring or other control purposes. Either an internal signal or an external signal can be selected to perform the modulation. 
FSK is a frequency modulation scheme in which digital information is transmitted through signal frequency variation. The BFSK (binary FSK) modulation, using two frequencies to represent data 1 and 0 respectively, is commonly applied for Call ID and Remote Metering applications. 
PWM is a digital modulation scheme that can be used to adjust the output power level by controlling the pulse width of the driving signal. The examples include the speed control of motor rotation and the luminance control of LED lighting instrument. With the pulse width variation of driving signal, the rotating speed of motor and the luminance of LED will change accordingly. 


PWM to Control & Test the Motor Speed



The Sweep function supports three trigger modes of INT, EXT and manual, and two sweep modes of LOG and LIN. Each time a sweep signal is perceived, the function generator will start to sweep through the user-defined frequency range by the frequency variation of either Log curve or Linear curve.



The Burst function supports two modes of Gate and N Cycle. To run burst function, the burst repetitive rate has to be set first, then the time duration of each burst has to be defined under Gate mode, or the number of the waveform cycles in each burst has to be set under N Cycle mode. Under both Gate mode and N Cycle mode, the burst waveform polarity and phase can be controlled.


 
HIGH 200MSa/s SAMPLING RATE 


The profile of arbitrary waveform is composed of a series of data. The frequency of arbitrary waveform is derived from sampling rate divided by the number of points constructing a complete waveform, i.e. frequency = sampling rate / the number of points in a waveform. Based on the above, the higher the sampling rate, the higher the arbitrary waveform frequency can be available.

A Sine waveform composed of 100 points waveform data is able to have a 2MHz frequency with 200MSa/s sampling rate, but can only have 1.25MHz frequency with 125Msa/s sampling rate and 0.5MHz frequency with 50M sampling rate. AFG-3000, possessing a sampling rate of 200Msa/s, is able to generate a waveform up to 100MHz for a simple waveform composed of 2 points of data.


High Sampling Rates Achieve Higher Frequency Ranges
 
16-BIT AMPLITUDE RESOLUTION  


The 16 bit amplitude resolution can display smooth waveforms, while a lower bit resolution will display jagged or less smooth waveforms.

For example, if 10V is divided into 10,000 equal parts, each part would have a resolution of 1mV. When using a 16 bit resolution, the smallest possible bit resolution is 0.15mV (from 10V). With 16 bit resolution, the 10,000 parts will appear to be a smooth straight line, while the bit resolution of 12 bit would be 2.4mV, greater than the 1mV needed. In this case the straight line would appear like a ladder.


16 bit Allows Greater Details
 
OUTPUT FROM ANY SECTION OF 1M-POINT-LONG WAVEFORMS

The AFG-3000 Series provides 10 sets of memory for user save and recall applications. Each set of memory is able to store a set of front panel setting and a set of 1M-point arbitrary waveform data. With 1M long memory, AFG-3000 can store more complex waveforms consisted of more data. 
Further more, any section of waveform within this 1M memory can be edited or output independently. This is a unique feature allowing more flexibility for user to do waveform storage and extraction.

Arbitrary Editing / Output
 
EASY OPERATION AND FLEXIBLE ARBITRARY WAVEFORM EDITING

The AFG-3000 presents four ways to generate custom arbitrary waveforms from direct front panel operation, PC software, a CSV file loading, and GDS-2000 series oscilloscope input.

Front Panel Operation

Everything from waveform editing, I/O configuring, and panel setting storage and recall can be completed directly through front panel operation. Front panel operation allows users to edit arbitrary waveform, which is correspondingly updated on the screen, a feature of "What You See is What You Get".


Panel Operation

CSV file uploading

AFG-3000 supports CSV file editing for arbitrary waveform generation. The CSV file can be created in many ways, including using EXCEL spreadsheet, PC client software, front panel editing or math computing software. The computing result of math software, Octave for example, can be saved into CSV file. Edited CSV file can be downloaded from either USB flash or PC to AFG-3000 for arbitrary waveform output.
 


 
 
Supports CSV file
From Math Computing Software, Program and Result in CSV File

Direct Waveform Reconstruction (DWR) Capability

The AFG-3000 can be directly connected to a GW Instek GDS-2000 Series DSO with USB cable for waveform data download. Under "DSO Link" mode of AFG-3000, the DSO will transfer the captured waveform data from its memory to AFG-3000 for creating a correspondent waveform output.


Direct Waveform Reconstruction from the GDS-2000 Series

Arbitrary Waveform Editing PC Software

A PC software for AFG-3000 waveform editing is supported. The software contains not only waveform drawing tools but also a wide variety of waveform editing functions, such as waveform arithmetic operations. The most commonly used waveforms, including Rayleigh, Gaussian, Normal Noise, Pseudo Ternary, Bipolar AMI, Manchester, Differential Manchester, RS-232, and NRZ etc., are available in the library for user to tailor specific waveforms as needed.


 

 

 
A Sinc Waveform with Gaussian Noise
Gaussian Noise
Digital Signal
IMPEDANCE SWITCH & ON-SCREEN HELP 

AFG-3000 allows users to select the suitable impedance between 50 ohm and High-Z, ensuring a right impedance compatibility.

The built-in On-Screen Help allows users to understand AFG-3000 operations and the definition of each function key.


Impedance Switch 

On-Screen Help
 
STANDARD COMMUNICATION INTERFACES
The AFG-3000 provides GPIB, RS-232, and USB as standard communication interfaces. AFG-3000 supports IEEE 488.2 protocol and command for users to integrate system or remotely control the instrument.
            
 
4.3" HIGH RESOLUTION LCD DISPLAY

The AFG-3000 is equipped with a 4.3" LCD screen of 480 x 272 resolutions. In addition to displaying all of the settings on the screen, the large graphic display also allows users to observe complete waveforms at a glance.

 

 

Specification:

 

 
AFG-3081
AFG-3051
Waveforms
Sine, Square, Ramp, Pulse, Noise, DC, Sin(x)/x, Exponential Rise, Exponential Fall, Negative Ramp
Arbitrary Waveforms
ARB Function
Built in
Sample Rate
200 MSa/s
Repetition Rate
100MHz
Waveform Length
1M points
Amplitude Resolution
16 bits
Non-Volatile Memory
Ten 1M waveforms(1)
User define Output Section
Any section from 2 to 1M points
User define Mark Output
Any section from 2 to 1M points
Frequency Characteristics
Range
Sine
80MHz
50MHz
Square
Triangle, Ramp
1MHz
Resolution
1uHz
Accuracy
Stability
±1 ppm 0 to 50℃
±0.3 ppm 18 to 28℃
Aging
±1 ppm, per 1 year
Tolerance
 1 uHz
Output Characteristics(2)
 
 
Amplitude
Range
10 mVpp to 10 Vpp( into 50Ω)
 20 mVpp to 20 Vpp(open-circuit)
Accuracy
± 1% of setting ±1 mVpp
(at 1 kHz,>10 mVpp)
Resolution
0.1 mV or 4 digits
Flatness
± 1% (0.1dB)  <10 MHz   
± 2% (0.2 dB) 10 MHz to 50 MHz 
± 10% (0.9 dB) 50 MHz to 70 MHz
± 20% (1.9 dB)
 70 MHz to 80 MHz 
(sinewave relative to 1 kHz)
Units
Vpp, Vrms, dBm,
Offset
Range
±5 Vpk ac +dc (into 50Ω)
±10Vpk ac +dc (Open circuit)
Accuracy
1% of setting + 2 mV+ 0.5% of amplitude
Waveform Output
Impedance
50Ω typical (fixed)
> 10MΩ (output disabled)
Protection
Short-circuit protected
Overload relay auto-matically disables main output
SYNC Output
Level
TTL-compatible into>1kΩ
Impedance
50Ω nominal
Sinewave Characteristics
Harmonic Distortion(5)
–60 dBc   DC~1 MHz, Ampl<3 Vpp
–55 dBc   DC~1 MHz, Ampl>3 Vpp
–45 dBc   1MHz~5 MHz, Ampl>3 Vpp
–30 dBc   5MHz~80 MHz, Ampl>3 Vpp
Total Harmonic Distortion
< 0.2%+0.1mVrms
DC to 20 kHz
Spurious (non-harmonic)(5)
–60 dBc   DC~1 MHz
–50 dBc   1MHz~20MHz
–50 dBc+ 6 dBc/octave 1MHz~80MHz
Phase Noise
-65dBc typical 10MHz, 30 kHz band
-47dBc typical 80MHz, 30 kHz band
Square wave Characteristics
Rise/Fall Time
<8 nS(3)
Overshoot
< 5%
Asymmetry
1% of period+1 ns
Variable Duty Cycle
20.0% to 80.0% ≦ 25 MHz   
  40.0% to 60.0% 
 25~50MHz  
50.0%(Fixed)   
  50~80MHz   
Jitter
0.01%+525ps  < 2 MHz
0.1%+75ps 
 > 2 MHz  
Ramp Characteristics
Linearity
 0.1% of peak output
Variable Symmetry
0% to 100%
Pulse Characteristics
Period
20ns 2000s
Pulse Width
8ns 1999.9s
Minimum Pulse Width:
     8nS when FREQ≦50MHz 
     5% of setting period when FREQ≦6.5MHz 
Resolution:
     1nS when FREQ≦50MHz 
     1% of setting period when FREQ≦6.5MHz
Overshoot
<5%
Jitter
100 ppm +50 ps
AM Modulation
Carrier Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse, Arb
Modulating Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Up/Dn Ramp
Modulating Frequency
2 mHz to 20 kHz
Depth
0% to 120.0%
Source
Internal / External
FM Modulation
Carrier Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp
Modulating Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Up/Dn Ramp
Modulating Frequency
2 mHz to 20 kHz
Peak Deviation
DC to 80 MHz
DC to 50 MHz
Source
Internal / External
PWM
Carrier Waveforms
Square
Modulating Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Up/Dn Ramp
Modulating Frequency
2 mHz to 20 kHz
Deviation
0%  100.0% of pulse width
Source
Internal / External
FSK
Carrier Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse
Modulating Waveforms
50% duty cycle square
Internal Rate
2 mHz to 100 kHz
Frequency Range
DC to 80 MHz
DC to 50 MHz
Source
Internal / External
SWEEP
Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Arb
Type
Linear or Logarithmic
Direction
Up or Down
Start F / Stop FREQ
100 uHz to 80 MHz
100 uHz to 50 MHz
Sweep Time
1 ms to 500 s
Trigger
Single, External, Internal
Marker
Falling edge of Mark signal 
(Programmable frequency)
Source
Internal / External
BURST
Waveforms
Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp
Frequency
1 uHz to 80 MHz(4)
1 uHz to 50 MHz(4)
Burst Count
1 to 1000000 cycles or Infinite
Start / Stop Phase
-360.0to +360.0
Internal Period
1 ms to 500 s
Gate Source
External Trigger
Trigger Source
Single, External or Internal Rate
Trigger Delay   
N-Cycle, Infinite: 0s to 85 s
External Modulation Input
Type
for AM, FM, Sweep, PWM
Voltage Range
± 5V full scale
Input Impedance
10kΩ
Frequency
DC to 20 kHz
External Trigger Input
Type
for FSK, Burst, Sweep
Input Level
TTL Compatible
Slope
Rising or falling(selectable)
Pulse Width
> 100 ns
Input Impedance
10kΩ,DC coupled
Latency
Sweep
< 10 us (typical)
Burst
< 100 ns (typical)
Jitter
Sweep
2.5 us
Burst
1 ns; except pulse,300 ps
Modulation Output
Type
for AM, FM, Sweep, PWM
Amplitude
Range
1Vpp
Impedance
> 10kΩ typical (fixed)
Trigger Output
Type
for Burst, Sweep
Level
TTL Compatible into 50Ω
Pulse Width
> 450 ns
Maximum Rate
1 MHz
Fan-out
4 TTL load
Impedance
50Ω typical
Marker Output
Type
for ARB, Sweep
Level
TTL Compatible into 50Ω
Fan-out
4 TTL load
Impedance
50Ω typical
Store/Recall
10 Groups of Setting Memories
Interface
GPIB, RS232, USB
Display
4.3 inch TFT LCD
480 × 3 (RGB) × 272
System Characteristics
Configuration Times 
(typical)
Function Change:
      
Standard---->102ms
      
Pulse-------->660ms
      Built-In Arb- >240ms
Frequency Change:
 24ms
Amplitude Change: 
50ms
Offset Change: 
50ms
Select User Arb: 
< 2s for 1M points
Modulation Change:
 < 200ms
Arb Download Times
(typical)
Binary Code
ASCII Code
GPIB / RS-232 (115 Kbps)
USB(Device)
USB(Host)
1M points
189 Sec
34 Sec
70 Sec
512K points
95 Sec
18Sec
35 Sec
256K points
49 Sec
9 Sec
18 Sec
64K points
16 Sec
3 Sec
6 Sec
16K points
7 Sec
830mS
1340 mS
8K points
6 Sec
490mS
780mS
4K points
6 Sec
365mS
520 mS
2K points
5 Sec
300mS
390 mS
General Specifications
Power Source
 AC100240V , 5060Hz
Power Consumption
65 VA
Operating Environment
Temperature to satisfy the specification :  18 ~ 28C
Operating temperature : 0 ~ 40C
Relative Humidity: 
 80%, 0 ~ 40°C
 70%, 35 ~ 40°C
Installation category: CAT 
Operating Altitude
2000 meters
Pollution Degree
IEC 61010 Degree 2, Indoor Use
Storage Temperature
 -10 ~ 70C, Humidity: 70%
Dimensions (WxHxD)
 Bench Top : 265 (W) x 107 (H) x 374 (D)
Weight
Approx. 4kg
Safety Designed to
EN61010-1
EMC Tested to
EN 55011, IEC-61326-1
Accessories
GTL-110× 1
  Instruction Manual×1
Power cord×1
(1). A total of ten waveforms can be stored.(Every waveform can composed of 1M points maximum.)
(2). Add 1/10th of output amplitude and offset specification per ∘C for operation outside of 0∘C to 28∘C range (1-year specification).
(3). Edge time decreased at higher frequency.
(4). Sine and square waveforms above 25 MHz are allowed only with an "Infinite" count.
(5). Harmonic distortion and Spurious noise at low amplitudes is limited by a -70 dBm floor.

Accessories :

GTL-110× 1
Instruction Manual×1
Power cord×1

Ordering Information:

AFG-3081 Arbitrary Function Generator
AFG-3051 Arbitrary Function Generator

Accessories
GTL-110× 1, Instruction Manual×1, Power cord×1

 

 

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