Thunderbolt test solution
LeCroy's end-to-end integrity testing solution for the new physical layer of Thunderbolt serial data. LeCroy's Serial Data Analyzers SDA 8Zi-A, SDA II and Eye Doctor II Analysis Software Packages, SPARQ Signal Integrity Network Analyzers, and PeRT3 Receiver Error Code Testers with Protocol Capability have been Established in Their Test Areas Leadership, providing unique, powerful tools for Thunderbolt's debug analysis and verification.
1: High Performance Serial Data Analyzer and Oscilloscope
LeCroy's SDA 825Zi-A serial data analyzer is the only oscilloscope that can provide two channels of 25GHz bandwidth and four channels of 20GHz bandwidth. The 25GHz is ideal for capturing the fifth harmonic of Thunderbolt's standard 10Gbps NRZ serial data. Many times, engineers need to analyze the crosstalk between multiple channels by means of cable input, and also need to verify the jitter performance of a single differential signal. The flexibility of bandwidth and number of channels can meet this need. In addition, LeCroy offers differential probes with bandwidths up to 25 GHz.
2: Oscilloscope bandwidth can be continuously upgraded to protect investment
LeCroy is SDA 8Zi-A and La. The bandwidth of the master9Zi-A series platform provides continuous upgrade solutions. The bandwidth of SDA 8Zi-A can be upgraded to 45GHz, La. The master9Zi-A can achieve 20 channels 20GHz, 10 channels 30GHz, 5 channels 45GHz. LabMaster provides unique multi-channel serial data jitter and crosstalk analysis capabilities. Both series of bandwidths can be continuously upgraded to meet future test challenges.
3: SDAII serial data analysis software provides superior analysis capabilities
SDA II offers many unique capabilities that are unique to LeCroy oscilloscopes - the fastest eye speed (more than 100 times faster than competitors), two jitter decomposition methods (better debug crosstalk), and more jitter analysis Tools (depth insight into the root cause of the problem). The SDAII analysis software package is the only solution that fully integrates the jitter measurement function, providing more confident jitter measurement.
The IsoBER eye diagram analysis functionality included in SDA II provides eye diagrams based on user-specified predictions at different bit error rates that cannot be provided by traditional eye diagram analysis tools. The template failure location function quickly locates the source of the eye diagram failure by displaying a signal that encounters the bits of the template. Understanding Random Jitter (Rj) and Intrinsic Jitter (Dj) in serial data is a key step in reducing the overall jitter size. LeCroy provides extraordinary capabilities in this regard. For example, the frequency spectrum of periodic jitter (Pj) can be accurately located. Pj generated frequency point. The data dependence jitter DDj histogram shows the distribution of DDj and shows the relationship between DDj and time superimposed on the pattern. The ISI can be better understood by displaying a specific ISI pattern either alone or in overlay. These analysis tools provide the insight for the highest level of analysis of jitter sources that other suppliers cannot provide.
4: SPARQ Signal Integrity Network Analyzer - Fast, Easy, and Affordable
SPARQ is a one-button signal integrity network analyzer that measures S-parameters. It is a new type of instrument that signal integrity engineers use to invest in measuring S-parameters. The SPARQ Signal Integrity Network Analyzer directly connects the DUT to PC-based software via the USB port, allowing fast measurement of multiple-port (up to 12) S-parameters. Traditional S-parameter measurements are implemented using VNAs, which are extremely difficult and extremely expensive. SPARQ is affordable and easy to use. It is the most practical solution for Thunderbolt engineers to measure S-parameters.
By connecting the DUT to SPARQ, a simple setup, SPARQ provides calibrated measurements. The user can start a complete measurement with one-button operation. Calibrators have been implemented in SPARQ, which does not require repetitive calibration steps and also eliminates the need for additional ECAL calibration modules. The calibration process can be performed quickly without human intervention, not to rely on the old calibration data saved.
SPARQ is ideal for calibrating multi-channel Thunderbolt devices and is suitable for simulation modeling, design verification, conformance testing, and as a high performance TDR in Thunderbolt R&D.
5: Eye Doctor II integrates S-parameter files with serial data analysis
Touchstone format files for S-parameters provided by SPARQ are easily entered into Eye Doctor II for embedding/de-embedding and channel emulation. In addition, Eye Doctor II allows the user to increase or decrease the pre-emphasis or de-emphasis of the transmitter signal, and also provides the receiver's hardware equalizer emulation function, so that the Thunderbolt signal after receiver equalization can be used for eye and jitter measurements .
6: PeRT3 provides protocol-enabled high-speed serial signal testing
LeCroy's PeRT3 changed the market landscape for physical layer receiver testing. PeRT3 fills the gap between physical layer and protocol layer testing, providing a new, more intelligent measurement receiver and transmitter capability. PeR T3 Phoenix is ​​designed for PCI Express Gen3 testing needs. By combining PeRT3 and Lectra's oscilloscope together, LeCroy formed a complete end-to-end testing solution for high-speed serial data standards through software coordination.