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Manual Part Number

08164-90B64

Edition

Fifth edition, January 2005

Fourth edition, April 2003

Third edition, February 2002

Second edition, Oktober 2001

First edition, July 2001

Warranty

This Agilent Technologies instrument product is warranted against defects in

Agilent warrants that its software and firmware designated by Agilent for use with an instrument will execute its programming instructions when properly installed on that instrument. Agilent does not warrant that the operation of the instrument, software, or firmware will be uninterrupted or error free.

Limitation of Warranty

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by Buyer, Buyer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product, or improper site preparation or maintenance.

No other warranty is expressed or implied. Agilent Technologies specifically disclaims the implied warranties of Merchantability and Fitness for a Particular Purpose.

Exclusive Remedies

The remedies provided herein are Buyer's sole and exclusive remedies. Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology, NIST (formerly the United States National Bureau of Standards, NBS) to the extent allowed by the Institutes’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members.

ISO 9001 Certification

Produced to ISO 9001 international quality system standard as part of our objective of continually increasing customer satisfaction through improved process control.

Safety Notices

CAU T ION

A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly per formed or adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment. During the warranty period, Agilent will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective.

For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by Agilent. Buyer shall prepay shipping charges to Agilent and Agilent shall pay shipping charges to return the product to Buyer. However, Buyer shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes for products returned to Agilent from another country.

Assistance

Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available for Agilent Technologies products. For any assistance contact your nearest Agilent Technologies Sales and Service Office.

Certification

Agilent Technologies Inc. certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory.

Agilent Technologies further certifies

A WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly per formed or adhered to, could result in personal injury or death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

8163A, 8164A, 8166A, B specifications

Agilent Technologies B,86100A is a high-performance oscilloscope and signal integrity analyzer designed primarily for advanced digital communications applications. As a versatile tool, it supports a wide range of testing needs, making it indispensable for engineers and researchers involved in the development and testing of high-speed digital signals.

One of the standout features of the B,86100A is its capability to analyze signals with various bandwidths, accommodating both current and emerging communication standards. The device features a sampling rate of up to 80 GS/s and bandwidth capabilities of 33 GHz to ensure high accuracy in capturing fast signal transitions, which is critical for ensuring the integrity of complex digital signals.

The B,86100A employs Agilent's proprietary digital signal processing (DSP) technology, which significantly enhances measurement precision and reduces noise, enabling users to obtain clearer insights into signal behavior. Its advanced triggering capabilities allow for precise signal capture, making it particularly useful in troubleshooting and validating high-speed designs, as well as in evaluating the performance of optical and electrical devices.

In addition to its high-speed capabilities, the B,86100A offers a robust set of measurement tools including jitter analysis, eye diagram analysis, and equalization assessment. These features allow engineers to effectively analyze signal quality and address potential issues related to signaling distortions and inter-symbol interference.

The graphical user interface of the B,86100A is intuitive, enabling users to efficiently navigate through measurement options and visualize data results. Customizable measurement setups streamline workflow, ensuring that users can quickly adapt their tests to evolving project requirements.

Another key characteristic of the B,86100A is its modularity. The system supports a variety of plug-in modules, which can be tailored to specific application needs, such as different types of optical and electrical signals. This flexibility not only extends the operational capability of the instrument but also makes it a future-proof investment as technology continues to evolve.

In summary, Agilent Technologies B,86100A combines high-speed acquisition with advanced processing capabilities, making it an essential instrument for anyone involved in high-speed digital design and testing. With its ability to deliver precise measurements and extensive analysis features, it empowers engineers to achieve optimal performance and reliability in their systems.

Agilent Technologies 8163A, B, 8166A, 8164A manual Warn in G

Models: 8163A 8164A 8166A B