Technical Specifications
FREQUENCY
All waveforms are available up to 10MHz. However,
the purity of triangle and ramp waveforms is not speci-
fied above the frequencies indicated in the Waveforms
section below.
Range: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Resolution: 7 digits or 0.1mHZ
Accuracy: <±10ppm for 1 year, 18oC to
28oC
Tempco.: Typically <1ppm/oC outside of
18oC to 28oC
WAVEFORMS
Sinewave
Distortion: <0.3% THD to 500kHz, -60dBc
to 20kHz, <-50dBc to 1MHz,
<-35dBc to 10MHz (typically
<-40dBc)
Spurii: Non harmonically related spurii
<-65dBc to 1MHz, <(-65dBc +
6dB/octave) 1MHz to 10MHz
Squarewave
Rise & Fall Times: <22ns
Triangle
Linearity error: <0.5% to 30kHz
Positive and Negative Ramp
Linearity error: <0.5% to 30kHz
Positive and Negative Pulse
Rise & Fall Times: <22ns
Multi-Level Squarewave
Up to 16 steps available per cycle, each step selecta-
ble for amplitude (10 bit resolution) and duration (1 to
1024 samples). Above 27kHz a 36ns edge uncertainty
is introduced.
Rise & Fall Times: <22ns
Arbitrary (and Complex)
A number of “complex” waveforms are pre-
programmed in ROM . A further 5, user defined, wave-
forms may be loaded via the digital interfaces and
stored in non-volatile RAM.
Frequency range: All waveform points can be con-
tinuously output up to 27kHz,
beyond which they are sampled
No. of Samples: 1024 10 bit samples
Noise
Wideband white noise with variable amplitude and off-
set. Typical 3dB bandwidth 0.03Hz to 700kHz.
SYMMETRY
Symmetry adjustment from 1% to 99% is available for
sinewaves at all frequencies, and for triangles and
ramps at up to 100kHz. Resolution is 0.1%.
For square and pulse waveforms the range is 1% to
99% up to 30kHz and 20% to 80% above 30kHz.
MAIN OUTPUT
Output Impedance:50Wor 600Wswitchable
Amplitude: 5mV to 20V pk-pk open circuit
(2.5mV to 10V into 50W/600W).
Output can be specified as V-HiZ (open circuit value)
or V (potential difference) in pk-pk, RMS or dBm. Note
that in positive or negative Pulse modes the amplitude
range is 2.5mV to 10V pk-pk O/C.
Accuracy: ±3% ±1mV at 1kHz into
50W/600W
Flatness: ±0.2dB to 500kHz; ±1dB to
10MHz
Pulse Aberrations: <5% + 2mV
DC Offset: ±10V from 50W/600W. DC offset
plus signal peak limited to ±10V.
Accuracy ±3% ±10mV
Resolution: 3 digits for both amplitude and
offset
MODULATION MODES
Trigger/Burst
Phase coherent signal keying - each positive edge of
the Trigger signal will produce one burst of the carrier,
starting and stopping at the phase angle specified by
the Start/Stop phase setting.
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Number of cycles: 1 to 1023 (resolution 1 cycle) or
0.5 to 511.5 (resolution ½cycle)
Trigger rep. rate: dc to 50kHz internal,
dc to 1MHz external
Source: Internal from keyboard or trigger
generator. External from EXT
TRIG input or remote interface
Gated
Non phase-coherent signal keying - output is On while
Gate signal is high and Off while low.
Carrier frequency: From 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Trigger rep. rate: dc to 50kHz internal
dc to 1MHz external
Gate source: Internal from keyboard or trigger
generator. External from EXT
TRIG input or remote interface
Sweep
Carrier waveforms: All
Sweep Mode: Linear or logarithmic, single or
continuous
Sweep Width: 0.1mHz to 10MHz. Phase con-
tinuous. Independent setting of
the start and stop frequency.
Sweep Time: 10ms to 999s (3 digit resolution)
Markers: Two markers variable during
sweep. Available at the
TRIG/SWEEP OUT socket
Sweep Trigger
source:
The sweep may be free run or
triggered from: keyboard, EXT
TRIG input, remote interface
Amplitude Modulation
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Depth: 0 to 100% typical, resolution 1%.
Internal source: 1kHz fixed sinewave or 0.005Hz
to 50kHz square wave
External: See “VCA In” section
Frequency Shift Keying (FSK)
Phase coherent switching between two frequencies at
a rate defined by the switching signal source.
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Switch repetition
rate:
dc to 50kHz internal,
dc to 1MHz external
Switching signal
source:
Internal from keyboard or trigger
generator. External from EXT
TRIG input or remote interface
Hop
Up to 16 different “hop” waveforms can be defined in
terms of function, frequency, amplitude, offset and du-
ration. Duration setable per step 1ms to 60s.
Start/Stop Phase
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Range: -360 to +360 degrees
Resolution: 1 degree
Accuracy: 1 degree up to 30kHz
Trigger Generator
Internal source 0.005Hz to 50kHz squarewave adjust-
able in 20us steps. 3 digit resolution. Available for ex-
ternal use from TRIG/SWEEP OUT socket
Designed and built in Europe by:
Thurlby Thandar Instruments Ltd. operates a policy of
continuous development and reserves the right to alter
specifications without prior notice.
82100-0091 Iss. 2A
Thurlby Thandar Instruments Ltd.
Glebe Road, Huntingdon. Cambs. PE29 7DR United Kingdom (UK)
Tel: +44 (0)1480 412451 Fax: +44 (0)1480 450409
Email: info@aimtti.com Web: www.aimtti.com
AUXILIARY OUTPUTS
AUX OUT
CMOS/TTL levels with symmetry and frequency of
main output and phase of Start-Stop phase setting.
TRIG/SWEEP OUT
Multi-function output depending upon mode. Except in
Sweep mode, the output is that of the Trigger Gener-
ator at CMOS/TTL levels from 1k
W
.
In Sweep mode the output is a 3-level waveform,
changing from high (+4V) to low (0V) at the start of
sweep, with narrow 1V pulses at each marker point.
INPUTS
Ext Trig
Frequency Range:DC to 1MHz
Signal Range: TTL (1.5V) threshold; maximum
input ±10V
Min. Pulse Width: 50ns (1ms for Sweep and HOP)
VCA In
Frequency Range:DC - 100kHz
Signal Range: 2.5V for 100% level change at
maximum output
Input Impedance: Typically 6kW
PHASE LOCKING
Clock In/Out TTL/CMOS threshold levels; out-
put impedance typically 50Was
an output
Sync Out TTL/CMOS logic levels from
typically 50W
The signals from these sockets are used to phase lock
two or more generators.
INTERFACES
Full remote control facilities are available through the
RS232 (standard) or optional GPIB interfaces.
RS232: Variable Baud rate, 9600 Baud
maximum. 9-pin D-connector.
Fully compatible with Thurlby-
Thandar ARC (Addressable
RS232 Chain) system
GPIB (IEEE-488): Conforming with IEEE488.1 and
IEEE488.2
GENERAL
Display: 20 character x 4 row alphanu-
meric LCD
Data Entry: Keyboard selection of mode,
waveform etc.; value entry di-
rect by numeric keys or by rotary
control.
Stored Settings: Up to 9 complete instrument
set-ups may be stored in
battery-backed memory.
Size: 3U (130mm) height; half-rack
(212mm) width, 330mm long
Weight: 4.1kg (9lb)
Power: 100V, 110-120V or 220-240V
±10% 50/60Hz, adjustable inter-
nally. 40VA max. Installation
Category II.
Operating Range: +5oC to 40oC, 20-80% RH
Storage Range: -20oC to +60oC
Environmental: Indoor use at altitudes up to
2000m, Pollution Degree 2
Safety: Complies with EN6010-1
EMC: Complies with EN61326
Options: GPIB (IEEE-488) interface.
19 inch rack mounting kit.
Waveform Manager Plus -
(PC-based waveform creation
and editing software).
AIM & THURLBY THANDAR INSTRUMENTS
TG1010A
10MHz programmable DDS function generator
Arbitrary Waveform Capability, Extensive Modulation Modes
Direct Digital Synthesis
All the versatility of a function generator
with the precision of Direct Digital Synthesis
A DDS generator at a
non-DDS price
The TG1010A breaks new ground by of-
fering a DDS function generator at a simi-
lar price to that of a conventional
generator of comparable functionality.
It can generate a wide variety of wave-
forms between 0.1mHz and 10MHz with a
resolution of 7 digits and an accuracy bet-
ter than 10ppm.
Direct digital synthesis for
accuracy & stability
Direct digital synthesis (DDS) is a tech-
nique for generating waveforms digitally
using a phase accumulator, a look-up ta-
ble and a DAC. The accuracy and stabil-
ity of the resulting waveforms is related to
that of the crystal master clock.
The DDS generator offers not only excep-
tional accuracy and stability but also high
spectral purity, low phase noise and ex-
cellent frequency agility.
A wide range of
waveforms
The TG1010A generates high quality
sine, square and pulse waveforms over
the full frequency range of 0.1mHz to
10MHz.
Triangle waveforms, ramp waveforms and
multi-level squarewaves can also be gener-
ated subject to some limitations in the maxi-
mum useable frequencies.
Variable symmetry/duty-cycle is available
for all waveforms.
Fully bus programmable
Addressable RS-232
standard, GPIB optional
The TG1010A has an RS-232 interface
as standard which can be used for remote
control of all of the instrument functions or
for the down-loading of arbitrary wave-
forms.
As well as operating as a conventional
RS-232 interface, it can also be used in
addressable mode whereby up to 32 in-
struments can be linked to one PC serial
port as part of a TTi “ARC” system.
Alternatively, a GPIB interface conform-
ing to IEEE-488.2 is available as an op-
tion.
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0.1mHz to 10MHz frequency range, 7 digit resolution.
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Eight standard waveforms, plus multiple “complex”
waveforms, true arbitrary waveforms and noise.
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Powerful modulation modes including Sweep, AM,
Gating, Trigger/Burst, FSK and Hop.
u
Variable symmetry, variable start/stop phase.
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20V pk-pk output from 50
W
or 600
W
(switchable).
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Storage for five Arbitrary waveforms (1024 x 10-bits).
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Fully programmable via RS-232 or GPIB interfaces.
Sweep
All waveforms can be swept over their full
frequency range at a rate variable be-
tween 10 milliseconds and 15 minutes.
The sweep is fully phase continuous.
Sweep can be linear or logarithmic, sin-
gle or continuous. Single sweeps can be
triggered from the front panel, the trigger
input, or the digital interfaces.
Two sweep markers are provided which
are adjustable whilst sweep is running.
The markers can provide a visual indica-
tion of frequency points on a ‘scope or
chart recorder.
AM
Amplitude Modulation is available for all
waveforms and is variable in 1% steps up
to 100%. An internal AM source is incor-
porated. Alternatively modulation can be
controlled from an external generator.
FSK
Frequency Shift Keying provides phase
coherent switching between two selected
frequencies at a rate defined by the
switching signal source.
The rate can be set from dc to 50kHz inter-
nally, or dc to 1MHz externally.
Powerful modulation modes
Trigger/Burst
All waveforms are available as a triggered
burst whereby each positive edge of the
Trigger signal will produce one burst of
the carrier, starting and stopping at the
phase angle specified by the start-stop
phase setting.
The number of cycles in the burst can be
set between 0.5 and 1023.
Gated
The Gated mode turns the output signal
On when the gating signal is high and Off
when it is low.
Both Triggered and Gated modes can be
operated from the internal Trigger Gener-
ator (0.005Hz to 50kHz) or from an exter-
nal source (dc to 1MHz).
Waveform hop
The generator can be set up to ‘hop’ be-
tween a number of different waveform
set-ups either at a pre-determined rate or
in response to a manual or bus trigger.
Up to 16 different hop waveforms can be
defined in terms of frequency, amplitude,
function, offset and duration, which is
variable in 1ms steps up to 60 seconds.
Noise generation
The TG1010 can be set to simulate wide
band random noise with adjustable ampli-
tude and offset.
Locked generators
The signals from the Clock In/Out socket
and the Sync Out socket can be used to
phase lock two or more generators.
This can be used to generate multi-phase
waveforms or locked waveforms of differ-
ent frequencies.
Phase continuous frequency sweep.
Amplitude modulation using the internal
sine wave modulation source.
Frequency shifting on alternate cycles.
Single cycle burst, start-stop phase = 0
o
Arbitrary waveform - simulated contact
bounce.
Easy and convenient
to use
The TG1010A is particularly easy to use.
All of the main information is clearly dis-
played on a backlit LCD with 4 rows of 20
characters. Sub menus are used for the
modulation modes and other complex
functions.
All parameters can be entered directly
from the numeric keypad. Alternatively
most parameters can be incremented or
decremented using the rotary encoder.
Arbitrary waveform
capability
Arbitrary waveforms can be loaded via
the digital interfaces and then used in a
similar way to the standard waveforms.
Up to five arbitrary waveforms of 1024
10-bit words can be stored in non-volatile
memory. The waveform clock is
27.48MHz maximum.
This facility considerably expands the
versatility of the TG1010A making it suit-
able for the generation of highly complex
waveform patterns.
In addition, the TG1010A offers numer-
ous “complex” waveforms pre-defined in
ROM. These include commonly used
waveshapes such as sine x/x, decaying
sinewave, exponential rise and fall etc.
Optional software is available for the cre-
ation and editing of arbitrary waveforms
on a personal computer.
Pre-programmed ‘complex’ waveform.
Powerfull modulation facilities
Arbitrary waveform capability
All the versatility of a function generator
with the precision of Direct Digital Synthesis
A DDS generator at a
non-DDS price
The TG1010A breaks new ground by of-
fering a DDS function generator at a simi-
lar price to that of a conventional
generator of comparable functionality.
It can generate a wide variety of wave-
forms between 0.1mHz and 10MHz with a
resolution of 7 digits and an accuracy bet-
ter than 10ppm.
Direct digital synthesis for
accuracy & stability
Direct digital synthesis (DDS) is a tech-
nique for generating waveforms digitally
using a phase accumulator, a look-up ta-
ble and a DAC. The accuracy and stabil-
ity of the resulting waveforms is related to
that of the crystal master clock.
The DDS generator offers not only excep-
tional accuracy and stability but also high
spectral purity, low phase noise and ex-
cellent frequency agility.
A wide range of
waveforms
The TG1010A generates high quality
sine, square and pulse waveforms over
the full frequency range of 0.1mHz to
10MHz.
Triangle waveforms, ramp waveforms and
multi-level squarewaves can also be gener-
ated subject to some limitations in the maxi-
mum useable frequencies.
Variable symmetry/duty-cycle is available
for all waveforms.
Fully bus programmable
Addressable RS-232
standard, GPIB optional
The TG1010A has an RS-232 interface
as standard which can be used for remote
control of all of the instrument functions or
for the down-loading of arbitrary wave-
forms.
As well as operating as a conventional
RS-232 interface, it can also be used in
addressable mode whereby up to 32 in-
struments can be linked to one PC serial
port as part of a TTi “ARC” system.
Alternatively, a GPIB interface conform-
ing to IEEE-488.2 is available as an op-
tion.
u
0.1mHz to 10MHz frequency range, 7 digit resolution.
u
Eight standard waveforms, plus multiple “complex”
waveforms, true arbitrary waveforms and noise.
u
Powerful modulation modes including Sweep, AM,
Gating, Trigger/Burst, FSK and Hop.
u
Variable symmetry, variable start/stop phase.
u
20V pk-pk output from 50
W
or 600
W
(switchable).
u
Storage for five Arbitrary waveforms (1024 x 10-bits).
u
Fully programmable via RS-232 or GPIB interfaces.
Sweep
All waveforms can be swept over their full
frequency range at a rate variable be-
tween 10 milliseconds and 15 minutes.
The sweep is fully phase continuous.
Sweep can be linear or logarithmic, sin-
gle or continuous. Single sweeps can be
triggered from the front panel, the trigger
input, or the digital interfaces.
Two sweep markers are provided which
are adjustable whilst sweep is running.
The markers can provide a visual indica-
tion of frequency points on a ‘scope or
chart recorder.
AM
Amplitude Modulation is available for all
waveforms and is variable in 1% steps up
to 100%. An internal AM source is incor-
porated. Alternatively modulation can be
controlled from an external generator.
FSK
Frequency Shift Keying provides phase
coherent switching between two selected
frequencies at a rate defined by the
switching signal source.
The rate can be set from dc to 50kHz inter-
nally, or dc to 1MHz externally.
Powerful modulation modes
Trigger/Burst
All waveforms are available as a triggered
burst whereby each positive edge of the
Trigger signal will produce one burst of
the carrier, starting and stopping at the
phase angle specified by the start-stop
phase setting.
The number of cycles in the burst can be
set between 0.5 and 1023.
Gated
The Gated mode turns the output signal
On when the gating signal is high and Off
when it is low.
Both Triggered and Gated modes can be
operated from the internal Trigger Gener-
ator (0.005Hz to 50kHz) or from an exter-
nal source (dc to 1MHz).
Waveform hop
The generator can be set up to ‘hop’ be-
tween a number of different waveform
set-ups either at a pre-determined rate or
in response to a manual or bus trigger.
Up to 16 different hop waveforms can be
defined in terms of frequency, amplitude,
function, offset and duration, which is
variable in 1ms steps up to 60 seconds.
Noise generation
The TG1010 can be set to simulate wide
band random noise with adjustable ampli-
tude and offset.
Locked generators
The signals from the Clock In/Out socket
and the Sync Out socket can be used to
phase lock two or more generators.
This can be used to generate multi-phase
waveforms or locked waveforms of differ-
ent frequencies.
Phase continuous frequency sweep.
Amplitude modulation using the internal
sine wave modulation source.
Frequency shifting on alternate cycles.
Single cycle burst, start-stop phase = 0
o
Arbitrary waveform - simulated contact
bounce.
Easy and convenient
to use
The TG1010A is particularly easy to use.
All of the main information is clearly dis-
played on a backlit LCD with 4 rows of 20
characters. Sub menus are used for the
modulation modes and other complex
functions.
All parameters can be entered directly
from the numeric keypad. Alternatively
most parameters can be incremented or
decremented using the rotary encoder.
Arbitrary waveform
capability
Arbitrary waveforms can be loaded via
the digital interfaces and then used in a
similar way to the standard waveforms.
Up to five arbitrary waveforms of 1024
10-bit words can be stored in non-volatile
memory. The waveform clock is
27.48MHz maximum.
This facility considerably expands the
versatility of the TG1010A making it suit-
able for the generation of highly complex
waveform patterns.
In addition, the TG1010A offers numer-
ous “complex” waveforms pre-defined in
ROM. These include commonly used
waveshapes such as sine x/x, decaying
sinewave, exponential rise and fall etc.
Optional software is available for the cre-
ation and editing of arbitrary waveforms
on a personal computer.
Pre-programmed ‘complex’ waveform.
Powerfull modulation facilities
Arbitrary waveform capability
Technical Specifications
FREQUENCY
All waveforms are available up to 10MHz. However,
the purity of triangle and ramp waveforms is not speci-
fied above the frequencies indicated in the Waveforms
section below.
Range: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Resolution: 7 digits or 0.1mHZ
Accuracy: <±10ppm for 1 year, 18oC to
28oC
Tempco.: Typically <1ppm/oC outside of
18oC to 28oC
WAVEFORMS
Sinewave
Distortion: <0.3% THD to 500kHz, -60dBc
to 20kHz, <-50dBc to 1MHz,
<-35dBc to 10MHz (typically
<-40dBc)
Spurii: Non harmonically related spurii
<-65dBc to 1MHz, <(-65dBc +
6dB/octave) 1MHz to 10MHz
Squarewave
Rise & Fall Times: <22ns
Triangle
Linearity error: <0.5% to 30kHz
Positive and Negative Ramp
Linearity error: <0.5% to 30kHz
Positive and Negative Pulse
Rise & Fall Times: <22ns
Multi-Level Squarewave
Up to 16 steps available per cycle, each step selecta-
ble for amplitude (10 bit resolution) and duration (1 to
1024 samples). Above 27kHz a 36ns edge uncertainty
is introduced.
Rise & Fall Times: <22ns
Arbitrary (and Complex)
A number of “complex” waveforms are pre-
programmed in ROM . A further 5, user defined, wave-
forms may be loaded via the digital interfaces and
stored in non-volatile RAM.
Frequency range: All waveform points can be con-
tinuously output up to 27kHz,
beyond which they are sampled
No. of Samples: 1024 10 bit samples
Noise
Wideband white noise with variable amplitude and off-
set. Typical 3dB bandwidth 0.03Hz to 700kHz.
SYMMETRY
Symmetry adjustment from 1% to 99% is available for
sinewaves at all frequencies, and for triangles and
ramps at up to 100kHz. Resolution is 0.1%.
For square and pulse waveforms the range is 1% to
99% up to 30kHz and 20% to 80% above 30kHz.
MAIN OUTPUT
Output Impedance:50Wor 600Wswitchable
Amplitude: 5mV to 20V pk-pk open circuit
(2.5mV to 10V into 50W/600W).
Output can be specified as V-HiZ (open circuit value)
or V (potential difference) in pk-pk, RMS or dBm. Note
that in positive or negative Pulse modes the amplitude
range is 2.5mV to 10V pk-pk O/C.
Accuracy: ±3% ±1mV at 1kHz into
50W/600W
Flatness: ±0.2dB to 500kHz; ±1dB to
10MHz
Pulse Aberrations: <5% + 2mV
DC Offset: ±10V from 50W/600W. DC offset
plus signal peak limited to ±10V.
Accuracy ±3% ±10mV
Resolution: 3 digits for both amplitude and
offset
MODULATION MODES
Trigger/Burst
Phase coherent signal keying - each positive edge of
the Trigger signal will produce one burst of the carrier,
starting and stopping at the phase angle specified by
the Start/Stop phase setting.
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Number of cycles: 1 to 1023 (resolution 1 cycle) or
0.5 to 511.5 (resolution ½cycle)
Trigger rep. rate: dc to 50kHz internal,
dc to 1MHz external
Source: Internal from keyboard or trigger
generator. External from EXT
TRIG input or remote interface
Gated
Non phase-coherent signal keying - output is On while
Gate signal is high and Off while low.
Carrier frequency: From 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Trigger rep. rate: dc to 50kHz internal
dc to 1MHz external
Gate source: Internal from keyboard or trigger
generator. External from EXT
TRIG input or remote interface
Sweep
Carrier waveforms: All
Sweep Mode: Linear or logarithmic, single or
continuous
Sweep Width: 0.1mHz to 10MHz. Phase con-
tinuous. Independent setting of
the start and stop frequency.
Sweep Time: 10ms to 999s (3 digit resolution)
Markers: Two markers variable during
sweep. Available at the
TRIG/SWEEP OUT socket
Sweep Trigger
source:
The sweep may be free run or
triggered from: keyboard, EXT
TRIG input, remote interface
Amplitude Modulation
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Depth: 0 to 100% typical, resolution 1%.
Internal source: 1kHz fixed sinewave or 0.005Hz
to 50kHz square wave
External: See “VCA In” section
Frequency Shift Keying (FSK)
Phase coherent switching between two frequencies at
a rate defined by the switching signal source.
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Switch repetition
rate:
dc to 50kHz internal,
dc to 1MHz external
Switching signal
source:
Internal from keyboard or trigger
generator. External from EXT
TRIG input or remote interface
Hop
Up to 16 different “hop” waveforms can be defined in
terms of function, frequency, amplitude, offset and du-
ration. Duration setable per step 1ms to 60s.
Start/Stop Phase
Carrier frequency: 0.1mHz to 10MHz
Carrier waveforms: All
Range: -360 to +360 degrees
Resolution: 1 degree
Accuracy: 1 degree up to 30kHz
Trigger Generator
Internal source 0.005Hz to 50kHz squarewave adjust-
able in 20us steps. 3 digit resolution. Available for ex-
ternal use from TRIG/SWEEP OUT socket
Designed and built in Europe by:
Thurlby Thandar Instruments Ltd. operates a policy of
continuous development and reserves the right to alter
specifications without prior notice.
82100-0091 Iss. 2A
Thurlby Thandar Instruments Ltd.
Glebe Road, Huntingdon. Cambs. PE29 7DR United Kingdom (UK)
Tel: +44 (0)1480 412451 Fax: +44 (0)1480 450409
Email: info@aimtti.com Web: www.aimtti.com
AUXILIARY OUTPUTS
AUX OUT
CMOS/TTL levels with symmetry and frequency of
main output and phase of Start-Stop phase setting.
TRIG/SWEEP OUT
Multi-function output depending upon mode. Except in
Sweep mode, the output is that of the Trigger Gener-
ator at CMOS/TTL levels from 1k
W
.
In Sweep mode the output is a 3-level waveform,
changing from high (+4V) to low (0V) at the start of
sweep, with narrow 1V pulses at each marker point.
INPUTS
Ext Trig
Frequency Range:DC to 1MHz
Signal Range: TTL (1.5V) threshold; maximum
input ±10V
Min. Pulse Width: 50ns (1ms for Sweep and HOP)
VCA In
Frequency Range:DC - 100kHz
Signal Range: 2.5V for 100% level change at
maximum output
Input Impedance: Typically 6kW
PHASE LOCKING
Clock In/Out TTL/CMOS threshold levels; out-
put impedance typically 50Was
an output
Sync Out TTL/CMOS logic levels from
typically 50W
The signals from these sockets are used to phase lock
two or more generators.
INTERFACES
Full remote control facilities are available through the
RS232 (standard) or optional GPIB interfaces.
RS232: Variable Baud rate, 9600 Baud
maximum. 9-pin D-connector.
Fully compatible with Thurlby-
Thandar ARC (Addressable
RS232 Chain) system
GPIB (IEEE-488): Conforming with IEEE488.1 and
IEEE488.2
GENERAL
Display: 20 character x 4 row alphanu-
meric LCD
Data Entry: Keyboard selection of mode,
waveform etc.; value entry di-
rect by numeric keys or by rotary
control.
Stored Settings: Up to 9 complete instrument
set-ups may be stored in
battery-backed memory.
Size: 3U (130mm) height; half-rack
(212mm) width, 330mm long
Weight: 4.1kg (9lb)
Power: 100V, 110-120V or 220-240V
±10% 50/60Hz, adjustable inter-
nally. 40VA max. Installation
Category II.
Operating Range: +5oC to 40oC, 20-80% RH
Storage Range: -20oC to +60oC
Environmental: Indoor use at altitudes up to
2000m, Pollution Degree 2
Safety: Complies with EN6010-1
EMC: Complies with EN61326
Options: GPIB (IEEE-488) interface.
19 inch rack mounting kit.
Waveform Manager Plus -
(PC-based waveform creation
and editing software).
AIM & THURLBY THANDAR INSTRUMENTS
TG1010A
10MHz programmable DDS function generator
Arbitrary Waveform Capability, Extensive Modulation Modes
Direct Digital Synthesis
Thurlby Thandar Instruments Ltd.
Glebe Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 7DR England (United Kingdom)
Tel: +44 (0)1480 412451 Fax: +44 (0)1480 450409
Email: info@aimtti.com Web: www.aimtti.com
Designed and built in Europe by:
Company name and product brands
Thurlby Thandar Instruments Ltd. (TTi) is one of Europe’s leading
manufacturers of test and measurement instruments.
Products have been sold under two brand names:
TTi and Aim.
In the future, however, the full product range will be branded Aim-TTi.
This changeover will be gradual and many products will continue to carry
the TTi or Aim brands for some time to come.
Web Addresses (URLs)
The preferred URL for obtaining information concerning Aim-TTi products
is:
www.aimtti.com (international customers)
Customers in the UK should use the URL:
www.aimtti.co.uk
Customers in the USA should use the URL:
www.aimtti.us
Note that previous URLs such as www.tti-test.com will continue to operate
for the time being.
Product Summary
Laboratory Power Supplies
Bench and system power supplies from 30 watts up to
1200 watts using linear, mixed-mode and PowerFlex
regulation technologies.
Waveform Generators
Analog and digital (DDS) function generators, true
arbitrary generators, arbitrary/function generators and
pulse generators.
Precision Measurement Instruments
Benchtop DMMs, frequency counters, component
measurement instruments (LCR), electronic dc loads,
current probes.
RF and EMC Test Equipment
Spectrum analyzers, signal generators, frequency counters,
power meters, emc measurement instruments.
