Agilent/Keysight M8070ADVB

The Keysight M8070ADVB is an advanced measurement software package that extends the capabilities of M8000 Series Bit Error Ratio (BER) Test Solutions. Designed for compatibility with BERT systems including the M8020A, M8040A, M8041A, M8042A, M8043A, M8045A, M8046A, M8051A, M8061A, M8062A, and N1076A, this package delivers automated testing workflows and deep signal analysis for high-speed serial communications characterization.

– Technical Specifications

The M8070ADVB operates within the M8070B system software framework. It supports integration with real-time oscilloscopes, including Infiniium Z-series instruments, subject to specific firmware version requirements.

– Key Features

• Automated jitter tolerance testing with parameter sweeps for interference tolerance and sensitivity characterization
• Eye diagram measurement capabilities for signal quality visualization and signal integrity analysis
• External equipment integration including electrical and optical clock recovery units
• Real-time oscilloscope integration as an error detector, enabling BER measurements at higher data rates than traditional BERT error detectors
• BERT scan functionality for efficient analysis of test results
• Device Under Test (DUT) control interface for seamless automated test sequence integration
• External Clock Data Recovery (CDR) unit control
• Automated de-emphasis optimization for high-speed serial signal integrity

– Typical Applications

Engineers in research and development and manufacturing environments use the M8070ADVB to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency. The software supports systematic parameter variation for thorough device performance evaluation under multiple conditions.

– Compatibility & Integration

The M8070ADVB integrates with the Keysight M8000 Series BERT platforms. External test equipment connectivity includes real-time oscilloscopes and clock recovery units, expanding measurement capabilities for advanced error analysis and high-speed signal characterization.