DynamicSignals / GaGe CompuGen 4300 PCI High-Speed Arbitrary Waveform Generator Card

The CompuGen 4300 is a PCI-based arbitrary waveform generator card delivering high-precision analog and digital signal generation across four simultaneous channels. With 12-bit vertical resolution, a 300 MS/s D/A conversion rate, and 4 MegaSamples of on-board memory, it enables creation and output of complex, repeating waveforms for demanding test and simulation environments.

Technical Specifications

Interface: PCI Bus

Channels: 4 simultaneous generation channels

Vertical Resolution: 12-bit (4096 levels)

Sampling Rate: Up to 300 MS/s

On-Board Memory: 4 MegaSamples total (1 MS per channel)

Output Impedance: 50 Ω

Standard Output Range: ±0.87 V

Rise/Fall Time: 2.5 ns

Programmable Attenuator: Up to 31.5 dB in 0.5 dB increments

Clock Source: 300 MHz crystal oscillator

Key Features

Arbitrary waveform generation with high-speed 12-bit DAC conversion

Function generator capabilities for both standard and custom signal synthesis

Link'N'Loop mode segments on-board memory for complex pattern sequencing without software intervention during playback

Mathematical waveform design via equation entry in included software

Free software suite for waveform import, editing, and generation

Software Development Kits for C/C++, LabVIEW, and MATLAB integration

Typical Applications

Stimulus-response test systems

RF signal generation and wireless communications testing

Manufacturing test and validation

Radar signal simulation

Optical and magnetic storage media testing

Ultrasonic signal generation

Video signal generation

Network analysis

Compatibility & Integration Supports Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. SDKs enable integration with C/C++, LabVIEW, and MATLAB development environments.