TekExpress 10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software Features & Benefits

Transcription

1 TekExpress 10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software Features & Benefits Comprehensive Automated Solution for 10GBASE-T PHY Compliance One-button Selection of Multiple Tests and Four-channel Support Detailed Test Reports with Margin and Statistical Information Aid Analysis User-defined Mode enables Flexible Parameter Control for Characterization and Margin Analysis Efficient Test Execution on Oscilloscope or PC with Instrument Remote Control Single Instrument Analysis of Time- and Frequency-domain Measurements Signal Acquisition and Analysis Support for Differential Probes or Direct SMA Cabling Uses MDIO Interface to put the DUT in Test Mode which Helps End-users to Automate their Test Bench

2 Data Sheet Power Spectral Density Measurement. Four-channel Support. TekExpress 10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software The XGbT software provides compliance results for measurements covered under subclause and of IEEE Standard 802.3an XGbT is based on the TekExpress framework and performs spectral-based measurements, such as Power Spectral Density (PSD), Power Level, and Linearity, all with a simplified instrument configuration. The 10GBASE-T solution consists of the XGbT compliance software along with a DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Series oscilloscope, allowing you to execute the 10GBASE-T physical-layer (PHY) electrical tests as per 802.3an-2006 standard. Simplified Instrument Setup Save Time and Resources Setup and test execution is simple with the XGbT software. The oscilloscope acquisition and analysis are all controlled through the TekExpress automation framework. The XGbT software provides a Graphical User Interface (GUI) and an intuitive workflow through setup and testing. All measurement analysis, including time- and frequency-domain tests, are performed with a single instrument enabling more efficient use of resources and shorter design cycles. Differential and Single-ended Support. Four-channel Support Engineers can perform measurements on all four channels of the scope, significantly reducing test time. Differential or Single-ended Acquisition Support The XGbT testing solution supports signal acquisition and analysis with either matched-pair SMA cabling or differential probes. 2

3 TekExpress 10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software Droop Configuration Parameters. Instrument Bench Discovery. Margin Testing Design characterization is supported beyond IEEE compliance requirements for Droop, Power Spectral Density, and Linearity measurements. Qualify your PHY with flexible control over test configurations such as analysis windows and other parameters. Instrument Bench Discovery The XGbT software automatically scans and detects supported instruments connected in your test bench (both Visa supported and non-visa supported instruments), whether they are connected through LAN, GPIB, or USB. A quick check of the Instrument Bench menu confirms all instruments are networked correctly. In addition, you can operate the XGbT software on an external PC and remotely control the instruments, saving time and resources. One-button Testing To simplify 10GBASE-T testing, the XGbT software provides a single Run button to perform the selected test suite specified by the IEEE 802.3an-2006 standard. This approach improves consistency of measurement approach, giving you reliable test results in a workgroup or multipass test environment. Automation/LabVIEW Support Save and recall setup files in your automation script, with an option to automate your test bench. You can call the XGbT application programmatically through NI LabVIEW or NI TestStand for controlling the Pass/Fail Report. test software along with instrumentation like thermal chambers and power supplies. Pass/Fail Report The XGbT software includes a summary-reporting capability of all lanes in.mht (MHTML) format with Pass/Fail status. This reporting is automatically generated after the tests are complete. A detailed report for each lane is provided which includes test configuration details, waveform plots, and margin analysis. 3

4 Data Sheet Return Loss. Prerecorded Waveform. MDIO Automation. configuring each measurement, storing data from reports, etc. Customers can now embedded their XGbT-based function call with other T&M equipment function calls. Complete Programming Interface. Return Loss The XGbT testing solution provides an oscilloscope-based Return Loss mechanism. Tektronix and a few customers have validated the Return Loss mechanism and found the results match very well with VNA. XGbT Return Loss measurements also support prerecorded waveforms. Calibration data for Open, Load, and Short can be stored in a file and recalled. Complete Programming Interface XGbT provides complete Programming Interface support including fine-grain PI support such as performing individual measurements, Prerecorded Waveform Prerecorded Waveform support will provide customers an option to use prerecorded waveforms when an oscilloscope is not available. This feature allows waveforms to be shared across multiple locations and removes end-user dependency from using scopes all the time. MDIO Automation Those who have worked on ET3 solutions (10/100/1000BASE-T Compliance solutions) will also have wanted to be able to put the DUT in test mode and then perform required testing automatically. XGbT provides a solution for that using IEEE MDIO interface pins available on a customer's DUT. 4

5 TekExpress 10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software Characteristics 10GBASE-T Measurements covered in XGbT Solution Measurement Test Mode XGbT Features/Notes Maximum Output Droop Subclause , Test Mode 6 Flexibility to test beyond compliance XGbT provides the flexibility to perform testing beyond what is specified in IEEE Standard 802.3an It helps users to analyze their PHY in addition to compliance tests Transmitter Timing Jitter Master Subclause , Test Mode 2 Measure jitter down to just a few picoseconds. Software filters are designed and applied on the acquired data automatically while performing measurements Transmit Clock Frequency Subclause , Test Mode 2 Exact PPM value for measured clock frequency is shown Transmitter Timing Jitter Slave Subclause , Test Mode 1 and Mode 3 Measure jitter down to just few picoseconds. Software filters are designed and applied on the acquired data automatically while performing measurements Transmitter Linearity Subclause , Test Mode 4, Tones 1-5 Spectral features of the scope are used to perform the measurement, a methodology that is unique to Tektronix and approved by UNH-IOL Transmitter Power Spectral Density (PSD) and Power Level Subclause , Test Mode 5 Spectral features of the scope are used to perform the measurement, a methodology that is unique to Tektronix and approved by UNH-IOL Return Loss Subclause , Test Mode 5 Return Loss is performed using the scope, and this unique method of performing Return Loss is patented by Tektronix. For more information, please read "Ethernet Differential Return Loss Measurement on a Digital Storage Oscilloscope" on tektronix.com Ordering Information XGbT 10GBASE-T Automation Solution. Includes: Application CD, electronic documentation, and a USB key dongle with software key to enable the XGbT software. Prerequisite Host System Software Requirements MicrosoftXPOSwithSP2orlater Microsoft Excel 2002 or above Microsoft Explorer 6.0 SP1 or later Microsoft Photo Editor 3.0 or equivalent for viewing image files Adobe Reader 6.0 or equivalent software for viewing Portable Document Format (PDF) files Product/Feature Description To Order Along with Oscilloscope Opt. TEKEXP Opt. XGbT To Upgrade for Existing Oscilloscope DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Order DPO-UP TEKEXP (TEKEXP) DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Order DPO-UP XGbT (XGbT) XGbT Test Fixture TF-XGbT XGbT Test Fixture 5

6 Data Sheet TF-XGbT Supplied Components SI.NO XGbT Test Fixture 1 XGbT test fixture main board Quantity Description 1 Main test fixture consists of 3 sections, namely TC1, TC2, and TC3 Test Fixture TC1: For Droop, Transmitter Timing Jitter Master, Transmit Clock Frequency, Transmitter Linearity, Transmitter Power Spectral Density (PSD), and Power Level Compliance test measurements Note: Includes SMA Male-to-Female Adapter 8 and 50 Ω SMA Terminator 8 mounted on the SMA connectors Test Fixture TC2: Transmitter Timing Jitter Slave compliance test measurement Note: Includes SMA Male-to-Female Adapter 2mountedontheSMA connectors Test Fixture TC3: Return Loss compliance test measurement Note: Includes SMA Male-to-Female Adapter 2mountedontheSMA connectors 1 Test Fixture TC3A: ForReturn Loss calibration 2 XGbT test fixture calibration board 3 RJ45 patch cord meter, shielded RJ45 cable to connect the test fixture to the Return Loss calibration board and device under test 4 China RoHS sheet Recommended Equipment 1 Oscilloscope Required Software Test Fixture DPO/DSA/MSO70000 TEKEXP and XGbT TF-XGbT Tektronix Fixture XGbT Fixture Set. Recommended Tektronix Oscilloscopes for 10GBASE-T PHY Testing DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Series. Note: Simultaneous four-channel feature is available on DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Series oscilloscopes listed above. XGbT Supported Probes Scope All Measurements Return Loss (Except Return Loss) DPO/DSA/MSO70000 P6300* 1 P6300* 1 P7330, P7350 P7330, P7350 TriMode Probes P7520, P7516, P7513A, P7508, P7506, P7504 SMA Cables P7350SMA, P7380SMA, P7313SMA * 1 P6330 probes require TCA-BNC adapters for the DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Series. Product(s) are manufactured in ISO registered facilities. TriMode Probes P7520, P7516, P7513A, P7508, P7506, P7504 P7340A, P7360A, P7380A Product(s) complies with IEEE Standard , RS-232-C, and with Tektronix Standard Codes and Formats. 6

7 TekExpress 10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software 7

8 Data Sheet Contact Tektronix: ASEAN / Australasia (65) Austria * Balkans, Israel, South Africa and other ISE Countries Belgium * Brazil +55(11) Canada Central East Europe and the Baltics Central Europe & Greece Denmark Finland France * Germany * Hong Kong India Italy * Japan 81 (3) Luxembourg Mexico, Central/South America & Caribbean 52 (55) Middle East, Asia, and North Africa The Netherlands * Norway People s Republic of China Poland Portugal Republic of Korea Russia & CIS +7 (495) South Africa Spain * Sweden * Switzerland * Taiwan 886 (2) United Kingdom & Ireland * USA * European toll-free number. If not accessible, call: Updated 10 February 2011 For Further Information. Tektronix maintains a comprehensive, constantly expanding collection of application notes, technical briefs and other resources to help engineers working on the cutting edge of technology. Please visit Copyright Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved. Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supersedes that in all previously published material. Specification and price change privileges reserved. TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc. All other trade names referenced are the service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 15 Jul W