Advantest D3286 – 150 Mbps to 12.5 Gbps Error Detector for Error Performance Test System
Advantest Bit Error Rate Testers (BERT). Frequency Range: 150 MHz to 12 GHz (150 MHz to 12.5 GHz with Option 72), Voltage / Current Range: Data input: 0.1–2 Vp-p; Clock input: 0.5–2 Vp-p; Threshold level: −2.040 V to +2.040 V.
- Model
- Advantest D3286
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $850
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- D3286
This unit
The Advantest D3286 is a error detector engineered for precise error performance analysis across digital communication systems operating from 150 Mbps to 12.5 Gbps. This instrument delivers frame-level synchronization, burst data measurement, and area-specific error detection for SDH/SONET and ATM network evaluation.
Technical Specifications
Operating Range & Data Rates- Frequency range: 150 MHz to 12 GHz (150 MHz to 12.5 GHz with Option 72)
- Supported data rates: 150 Mbps to 12.5 Gbps
- SDH/SONET frame compatibility: STM-1 (155.52 Mbps) through STM-64 (9.95 Gbps) Input/Output Interfaces
- Data input: DC coupling, NRZ format, 0.1–2 Vp-p amplitude, 2.92 mm connector, 40 mV typical sensitivity with logical inversion capability
- Clock input: AC coupling, ±400 ps delay, 0.5–2 Vp-p amplitude, 2.92 mm connector
- Threshold level: −2.040 V to +2.040 V at 0.001 V resolution
- Monitor output: Data/Clock with amplifier, 2.92 mm connector
- Error output: RZ code TTL pulse via SMA/BNC connectors
- Trigger output: Clock/Pattern sync, 1/32 CLK on SMA connector
- External interfaces: BNC, SMA, GPIB, Centronics printer Memory & Pattern Support
- Memory capacity: 8 M-bit
- PRBS patterns: N = 7, 9, 10, 11, 15, 23, 31
- Pattern selection: PRBS, WORD, FRAME (Option 70)
Key Features
- Auto-search function optimizes threshold voltage and clock delay settings
- Error location function identifies individual error bit positions
- Area-specific measurement targets SDH frame and ATM cell analysis
- Burst data measurement suited for loop-back testing scenarios
- Error rate reporting modes: ERROR RATE, ERROR COUNT, EI, EFI, or FREQ/FRAME
- Intuitive GUI environment for setup and operation
- FD drive storage for measurement results and instrument configuration
Typical Applications
- SDH/SONET network performance validation
- ATM system error analysis
- High-speed digital communication link optimization
- Frame synchronization evaluation
- Error performance characterization in loop-back test environments
Compatibility & Integration The D3286 integrates with standard laboratory interfaces including GPIB for remote control and Centronics for hardcopy output. Connector compatibility spans 2.92 mm, SMA, and BNC formats for flexible integration into existing test benches.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 150 MHz to 12 GHz (150 MHz to 12.5 GHz with Option 72) | Voltage / Current Range: Data input: 0.1–2 Vp-p |
| Clock input | 0.5–2 Vp-p |
| Threshold level | −2.040 V to +2.040 V |
Advantest D3286 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Advantest D3286. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Advantest D3286 price
This Advantest D3286 is listed at $850. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Advantest D3286 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Advantest D3286 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
