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
TekExpress
10GBASE-T Automated Compliance Software
Power Spectral
Density Measurement
The XGbT software provides
compliance results for measurements covered under subclause 55.5.3
and 55.8.2.1 of IEEE Standard 802.3an-2006. 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/DSA70000B Series Oscilloscope
or DPO7354 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.
Four-channel Support
Four-channel Support
Engineers can
perform measurements on all four channels of the scope, significantly
reducing test time.
Differential or Singled-ended Acquisition
Support
Differential and Single-ended Support
XGbT testing solution supports signal acquisition
and analysis with either matched-pair SMA cabling or differential
probes.
Margin Testing
Droop Configuration Parameters
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
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 Support / 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 test software
along with instrumentation like thermal chambers and power supplies.
Pass/Fail Report
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.
Characteristics
10GBASE-T Measurements covered
by XGbT Compliance Test Software
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Measurement
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Test Mode
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XGbT Comments
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Supported in XGbT
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Maximum Output Droop
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Subclause 55.5.3.1, Test Mode 6
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Test beyond compliance – XGbT provides the flexibility to
perform testing beyond what is specified in IEEE standard 802.3an-2006.
It helps users to analyze their PHY in addition to compliance tests
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Yes
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Transmitter Timing Jitter – Master
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Subclause 55.5.3.3, Test Mode 2
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Measure Jitter down to just a few picoseconds. Software filters
are designed and applied on the acquired data automatically while
performing measurements
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Yes
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Transmitter Timing Jitter – Slave
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Subclause 55.5.3.3, Test Mode 1 and Test Mode 3
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Measure Jitter down to just a few picoseconds. Software filters
are designed and applied on the acquired data automatically while
performing measurements
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Yes
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Transmit Clock Frequency
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Subclause 55.5.3.5, Test Mode 2
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Tx clock frequency value reported in PPM per IEEE 802.3an-2006
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Yes
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Transmitter Linearity
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Subclause 55.5.3.2, Test Mode 4. Tones 1-5
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Spectral features of the scope are used to perform the measurement,
a methodology that is unique to Tektronix
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Yes
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Transmitter Power Spectral Density (PSD) and Power Level
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Subclause 55.5.3.4, Test Mode 5
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Spectral features of the scope are used to perform the measurement,
a methodology that is unique to Tektronix
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Yes
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Return Loss
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Subclause 55.8.2.1, Test Mode 5
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Please contact your local Tektronix representative for more
details
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Yes*1
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*1 Return Loss (RL) Utility is available
on request. For RL measurement, in addition to a DPO scope an AWG7000/B
(Minimum 5 GS/s) and 2 × P6330 (Same probe is used for ET3-based record
length) are required. Please contact your local Tektronix representative
for more details.
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
- Microsoft XP OS with SP2 or later
- 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
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Product/Feature
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Description
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To Order Along with Oscilloscope
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Opt. TEKEXP
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Opt. XGbT
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To Upgrade for Existing Oscilloscope
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DPO/DSA70000
(TEKEXP)
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Order DPO7UP – TEKEXP
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DPO/DSA70000
(XGbT)
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Order DPO7UP – XGbT
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XGbT Test Fixture
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TF-XGbT
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XGbT Test Fixture
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XGbT Fixture Set
TF-XGbT
Supplied Components
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SI.NO
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XGbT Test Fixture
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Quantity
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Description
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1
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XGbT test fixture main board
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1
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Main test fixture consists of 3 sections, namely TC1, TC2,
and TC3
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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
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Test Fixture TC2: Transmitter Timing Jitter – Slave
compliance test measurement
Note: Includes SMA Male-to-Female
Adapter × 2 mounted on the SMA connectors
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Test Fixture TC3: Return Loss compliance test measurement
Note: Includes SMA Male-to-Female Adapter × 2 mounted
on the SMA connectors
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2
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XGbT test fixture calibration board
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1
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Test Fixture TC3A: For Return Loss calibration
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3
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RJ45 patch cord
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2
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0.08 meter, shielded RJ45 cable to connect the Test Fixture
to the Return Loss calibration board and Device Under Test
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4
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China RoHS sheet
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1
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Recommended Equipment
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Oscilloscope
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Required Software
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Required Accessories
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Test Fixture
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DPO7354*2
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P6330 / Matched-pair SMA cables (SMA-BNC connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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DPO/DSA70404B
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P7380SMA / Matched-pair SMA cables (TCA-SMA connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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DPO/DSA70604B
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P7380SMA / Matched-pair SMA cables (TCA-SMA connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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DPO/DSA70804B
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P7380SMA / Matched-pair SMA cables (TCA-SMA connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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DPO/DSA71254B
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P7380SMA / Matched-pair SMA cables (TCA-SMA connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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DPO/DSA71604B
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P7380SMA / Matched-pair SMA cables (TCA-SMA connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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DPO/DSA72004B
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TEKEXP and XGbT
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P7380SMA / Matched-pair SMA cables (TCA-SMA connector)
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TF-XGbT – Tektronix Fixture
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Recommended Tektronix Oscilloscopes for 10GBASE-T
PHY Testing
DPO7354*2/DPO70404/DPO70604/DPO70804/DPO71254/DPO71604/DPO72004
DSA70404/DSA70604/DSA70804/DSA71254/DSA71604/DSA72004
Note: Simultaneous four-channel feature is available on DPO/DSA
oscilloscopes listed above.
Recommended Tektronix Probes for
10GBASE-T PHY Testing
DPO7354 Probing Solution
P6330*3 - Minimum one and maximum four required.
The P6330 probe also requires a TPA-BNC adapter for use with the DPO7354.
DPO/DSA70000B Probing Solution
P7380SMA*4 - Minimum one and maximum four.
Recommended Tektronix
Signal Source for 10GBASE-T PHY Testing
AWG7122B, AWG7121B,
AWG7062B, or AWG7061B.
Signal source is only required for Return
Loss measurement.
*2 DPO70404B
or higher bandwidth oscilloscope recommended for maximum margin on
the linearity test however the DPO7354 oscilloscope meets all compliance
limit requirements and may be used as a lower bandwidth alternative.
*3 Recommended to work only with DPO7354 oscilloscope.
For Return Loss 2 × P6330 probes are needed.
*4 Recommended
to work only with DPO/DSA70000B oscilloscope. For Return Loss 2 ×
P6330 probes are needed.
