Review: Teledyne LeCroy WaveStation 2052 – Arbitrary Waveform Generator

After having a look at a Teledyne LeCroy WaveAce series oscilloscope recently, it’s time to have a look at the entry-level WaveStation family of arbitrary waveform generators. The WaveStation generators and the WaveAce oscilloscopes are designed to be capable of working hand-in-hand. The Teledyne LeCroy WaveStation 2052 is a 50 MHz, 2-channel Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator […]
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Review: Abracon ABFT Frequency Translators

In March, 2012, Abracon announced the production of ultra-low jitter, VCXO based frequency translators / jitter attenuators. This is supposed to resolve some problems that accompany classic PLL-based designs at an affordable price. Now, the ABFT frequency translators / jitter attenuators are available on the market and it’s time to have a closer look. The […]
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Review: Jackson Labs GPSTCXO Eval Board

Jackson Labs offers several different precision timing solutions. Among them are various GPS-disciplined oscillators. They sent me an evaluation board for one of their ultra small, low-cost GPSDO. So let’s check it out! The GPS-disciplined Oscillator (GPSDO) reviewed in this article is a state-of-the-art eval board from Jackson labs equipped with a high-performance GPS receiver, […]
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Review: Abracon Sync’n Go – Portable Precision Frequency Reference

Most professional devices which require high accuracy and precision have an input for some sort of external frequency reference. The frequency 10 MHz is an industry standard particularly for test equipment. Most reference generators are designed for lab use and therefore are bulky and unsuitable for portable use. Abracon now offers a pocket-sized portable solution. […]
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