National Instruments 780485-01 PXI Vector Signal Generator

Part number 780485-01 from National Instruments is the identifying number for the version of the PXIe-5673E PXI Vector Signal Generator that has a frequency of 6.6 GHz and features a MIMO extension kit. This number does not refer to a single module, but instead describes the interconnected use of the NI PXIe-5450/5451, the NI PXIe-5650/5651/5652, and the NI PXIe-5611. These versatile devices are an arbitrary waveform generator module, a local oscillator source module, and an I/Q modulator module, respectively.

The 780485-01 boasts 512 MB of RAM, offering plenty of memory space for testing applications of all sizes. A second variation of this part that features 128 MB of RAM can be found under the part number 780485-02. The MIMO extension kit paired with the 780485-01 and the 780485-02 stands for Multiple Input, Multiple Output. This valuable tool expands the capabilities of the device, allowing the overall signal bandwidth to increase.

When all the modules of the 780485-01 signal generator are connected, the front panel features 19 connectors and 6 LED indicators. While in use, the device can handle an operating shock with a peak of 30 g. In addition, it can withstand random vibrations ranging from 5 Hz to 500 Hz both during operation and not.

Designed for indoor use only, the 780485-01 should only be used in environments where the temperature is kept within a range of 0 °C to 55 °C with a noncondensing relative humidity range of 10% to 90%. When not in use, the device can be safely stored in an even wider temperature range of -40 °C to 71 °C with a noncondensing relative humidity range of 5% to 95%. The 780485-01 weighs 1,458 g (52 oz).