National Instruments 780993-01 PXI Digital Waveform Instrument

The 780993-01 from National Instruments is the identifying part number for the version of the PXIe-6545 PXI Digital Waveform Instrument that has 1 MB of onboard memory per channel. This versatile instrument generates and analyzes waveforms with a maximum frequency of 200 MHz. The instrument is equipped with 32 single data rate channels and 4 programmable function interface channels that boast direction control capabilities for each channel. Boasting a wide range of versatile features, the 780993-01 is an excellent choice for a variety of test and measurement applications. 

The 780993-01 effortlessly handles different timing specifications for both generation and acquisition channels. The frequency of the sample clock for the device ranges from 10 MHz to 200 MHz, and it has a generation timing resolution of 5 ns. The device provides setup and hold times for generation channels, and the acquisition timing has a resolution of 10 ns. In addition, this PXI digital waveform instrument includes various trigger options for synchronization and control. These trigger types include Start, Pause, Script, Reference, Advance, and Stop. 

In terms of software, the 780993-01 utilizes the IVI-compliant NI-HSDIO driver, which allows the user to calibrate, configure, and control the device. In addition, this driver provides the waveform instrument with various application software interfaces- including Measurement Studio, LabWindows, LabVIEW, .NET, and Microsoft Visual. NI Measurement Automation Explorer is included on the media for the NI-HSDIO, and it allows the user to interact with the configuration and test tool settings of the device.

Designed for indoor use only, the 780993-01 has a 15 minute warm-up time and requires a maximum total power of 33.5 W. The waveform instrument measures 21.6 cm x 2.0 cm x 13.0 cm in dimensions, and it weighs 519 g (18.3 oz).