NI VB-8012: Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
NI VB-8012: Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
NI VB-8012: Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
NI VB-8012
NI VirtualBench™ All-In-One Instrument
These specifications are for the National Instruments VirtualBench VB-8012 only. These
specifications are valid following 30 minutes of warmup and are typical at 25 °C unless
otherwise noted. For feature differences between the VirtualBench application for Windows
and iPad, go to ni.com/info and enter vbfeatures.
Input
............................................................................
impedance 1 MΩ || 20 pF
Acquisition modes
............................................................................ Sample, peak detect, averaging
Horizontal System
Maximum
............................................................................
sample rate 1 GS/s single channel,
500 MS/s/channel, dual channel
Maximum record length
............................................................................ 1 MS/channel
............................................................................
Input threshold Programmable, 0 to 2.0 V3
Threshold accuracy
............................................................................ 350 mV
Additional/internal channels
............................................................................ Digital I/O lines, function generator start,
external trigger (TRIG), power line frequency
Horizontal System
Timing mode sample rate2
............................................................................ 1 GS/s (down to ~15 kS/s)
............................................................................
Maximum external sample clock rate 100 MHz
Record length
Typical
.................................................................... 1 MS
Minimum4
.................................................................... 4 kS
Decimation
............................................................................External Sample Clock, 1:1, 2:1, and
n*4:1 where n is an integer
Maximum sample compression
............................................................................ 215 to 1
3 Programmable input threshold is only available with the NI VirtualBench driver. The VirtualBench
application has an input threshold of 1.65 V.
4 Under most conditions, the logic analyzer can acquire 1 MS of data. Under some
conditions with very high sustained activity on multiple inputs, the logic analyzer may
only capture 4 kS of data.
Waveform Measurements
Oscilloscope time5
............................................................................ Period, frequency, positive duty cycle,
negative duty cycle, positive pulse width,
negative pulse width, rise time, fall time,
rise rate, fall rate
Oscilloscope voltage6
............................................................................ High, low, amplitude, maximum, minimum,
peak-to-peak, overshoot, undershoot, RMS,
mean, cycle RMS, cycle mean
Logic analyzer time6
............................................................................ Period, frequency, positive duty cycle,
negative duty cycle, positive pulse width,
negative pulse width
Waveform Math
Operations 7
............................................................................ A + B, A - B, A * B, FFT
Note The combination of signal amplitude and DC offset cannot exceed the output
range specifications.
Triggering
Trigger
............................................................................
types Start of buffer10
Trigger
............................................................................
resolution 8 ns
Trigger export
............................................................................ Available through external trigger (TRIG)
Digital I/O
Number of channels
............................................................................ 8
Direction control
............................................................................ Input or output, software-selectable
Logic level
............................................................................ 5 V compatible LVTTL input,
3.3 V LVTTL output
Drive
............................................................................
strength 4 mA
Input voltage
............................................................................ 0 to 5 V
Note Digital I/O lines are designed to withstand accidental overvoltage from
signals on the VB-8012 or similar devices. They are not recommended for use with
signals likely to exceed 0 to 5 V in normal operation.
............................................................................
DIO channel pull resistors 10 kΩ, pull-down
External Power
3.3 V output
....................................................................
Voltage 3.3 V ±10%
Current
.................................................................... 20 mA
Caution Do not use this device for connection to signals or for measurements
within Measurement Categories III or IV. For more information about Measurement
Categories, refer to the Safety Voltages section.
Input protection
Resistance,
....................................................................
diode Up to 300 V DC
DC and AC voltage
.................................................................... Up to 300 V DC or 265 V ACrms,
400 V AC peak
DC and AC current
............................................................
DMM A current Internal ceramic fuse, 10 A 250 V, time-delay,
connector fuse 5 × 20 mm, T 10A H 250V
(Cooper Bussmann part number S505H-10-R
at www.cooperbussmann.com)
DMM mA current
............................................................ Internal ceramic fuse, 1.25 A 250 V,
connector fuse time-delay, 5 × 20 mm, T 1.25A H 250V
(Cooper Bussmann part number S505H-1.25-R
at www.cooperbussmann.com)
Caution Fuses are located on bottom of device underneath door. Use Phillips #1
screwdriver for removal. Ensure all hazardous voltages are disconnected from the
device prior to removal of door.
Fuse When this fuse symbol is marked on a device, take proper precautions.
Maximum
............................................................................
common-mode voltage 300 V DC or ACrms
* 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off. Add 300 ppm/A for currents >2.2 A. After measuring >5 A,
wait two minutes to get full accuracy in the 1 A range.
Caution The input terminals of the DMM are not protected for electromagnetic
interference. As a result, the DMM may experience reduced measurement accuracy
or other temporary performance degradation when connected to unshielded test leads
in an environment with radiated or conducted radio frequency electromagnetic
interference.
Caution The input terminals of the DMM are not protected for electromagnetic
interference. As a result, the DMM may experience reduced measurement accuracy
or other temporary performance degradation when connected to unshielded test leads
in an environment with radiated or conducted radio frequency electromagnetic
interference.
Input
............................................................................
impedance 10 MΩ || 200 pF
CMRR, 1 kΩ resistance in LO lead
............................................................................ >70 dB (DC to 60 Hz)
DC Power Supply
............................................................................
Outputs 0 to +6 V/0 to 1 A,
0 to +25 V/0 to 500 mA (isolated),
0 to -25 V/0 to 500 mA (isolated)
Note The +25 V and -25 V channels are bank isolated from ground but not from
each other.
Current 70 µA 35 µA 35 µA
Overvoltage protection
............................................................................ 30 V (25 V channels) and 10 V (6 V channel)
Reverse voltage protection
............................................................................ 400 mV
Note The external trigger line is designed to withstand accidental overvoltage from
signals on the VB-8012 or similar devices. It is not recommended for use with
signals likely to exceed 0 to 5 V in normal operation.
Wireless Interface
Table 8. Network Protocols and Ports Used
Port Protocol Function
Network IP configuration
............................................................................ IPv4, DHCP Client/Server
Radio mode
............................................................................ IEEE 802.11 b,g,n
Wireless modes
............................................................................ AP mode (default), client mode
Frequency band
............................................................................ 2.4 GHz ISM
Channel width
............................................................................ 20 MHz
Channels
............................................................................ USA 1-11, International 1-13
(12 and 13 client mode only)
TX power
............................................................................ +10 dBm max (10 mW)
Security
............................................................................ Open, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise
Enterprise
............................................................................
security EAP types EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS/MS-CHAPv2,
PEAPv0/MS-CHAPv2
Antenna
............................................................................External RP-SMA omnidirectional dipole
............................................................................
Voltage input range 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
............................................................................ 100 W maximum
Power input connector
............................................................................ IEC C13 power connector
Power disconnect
............................................................................ The AC power cable provides main power
disconnect. Do not position the equipment so
that it is difficult to disconnect the power
cable. Depressing the front panel power button
does not inhibit the internal power supply.
Calibration
............................................................................
Calibration cycle (digital multimeter, 1 year
mixed signal oscilloscope,
function generator,
DC power supply)
Specified
............................................................................
temperature Tcal ± 5 °C
............................................................................
Warmup time 30 minutes
............................................................................
Weight 2.05 kg (4 lb 8.3 oz)
Connectivity
Mixed signal oscilloscope
.................................................................... BNC
Logic analyzer
.................................................................... 2x20 shrouded IDC header
External trigger
.................................................................... BNC
Function generator
.................................................................... BNC
Digital I/O
Type
............................................................ Pluggable screw terminal, 3.5 mm
(14 position)
Screw terminal wiring
............................................................ 0.1 to 2.0 mm2 (30 to 14 AWG)
Torque
............................................................0.25 N · m (2.2 lb · in.)
Digital multimeter
.................................................................... 4 mm banana jacks
DC power supply
Type
............................................................ Pluggable screw terminal, 3.81 mm
(6 position)
Screw terminal wiring
............................................................ 0.1 to 2.0 mm2 (30 to 14 AWG)
Torque
............................................................0.25 N · m (2.2 lb · in.)
Security cable slot
............................................................................ 1, complies with Kensington security slot
dimensions
Safety Voltages
Connect only voltages that are within these limits.
Channel-to-earth ground
Continuous
.................................................................... 300 V, Measurement Category II
Withstand
.................................................................... 3,000 Vrms, verified by a 5 s dielectric
withstand test
Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the
electrical distribution system. This category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as
that provided by a standard wall outlet, for example, 115 V for U.S. or 230 V for Europe.
Note Measurement Categories CAT I and CAT O (Other) are equivalent. The input
circuits are not intended for direct connection to the MAINs building installations of
Categories CAT II, CAT III, or CAT IV.
Environmental
Operating
............................................................................
temperature 0 to 40 °C
Storage temperature
............................................................................ -20 to 70 °C
Operating humidity
............................................................................ 10 to 90% RH, noncondensing
DMM full accuracy at 10 to 80%
Storage
............................................................................
humidity 5 to 95% RH, noncondensing
Cooling
............................................................................ Forced air circulation (positive pressurization)
through a fan. Fan speed automatically adjusts
according to operating conditions. Intake and
exhaust locations are on rear of device. Ensure
that the intake and exhaust locations are not
obstructed.
Safety
This product meets the requirements of the following standards of safety for electrical
equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
• IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
• UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online
Product Certification section.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for radio equipment and
for telecommunication terminal equipment:
• EN 61000-6-4 (IEC 61000-6-4): Emissions
• EN 61000-6-2 (IEC 61000-6-2): Immunity
• EN 55022 (CISPR 22): Class A emissions
• EN 55024 (CISPR 24): Immunity
• AS/NZS CISPR 22: Class A emissions
Note For EMC declarations, certifications, and additional information, refer to the
Online Product Certification section.
CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as follows:
• 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
• 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
• 1995/5/EC; Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive
Environmental Management
NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible
manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is
beneficial to the environment and to NI customers.
For additional environmental information, refer to the Minimize Our Environmental Impact
web page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and
directives with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in
this document.
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