Programmable Attenuators
Models 8310 & 8311
Programmable Attenuator Units
Now Available with Ethernet Control!
Description
Aeroflex / Weinschel’s 8310 and 8311Series Programmable
Attenuator Units represent a new concept in programmable
attenuation for bench test and subsystem applications.
Standard 8310 Series designs house and control various
Aeroflex / Weinschel Programmable Attenuator Models
(3200T, 150T, and 4200 Series) via front panel controls or
standard communications interfaces including GPIB (IEEE-
488), Ethernet and RS-232/RS-422/RS-485. This series
combines the features of the Aeroflex / Weinschel 8210A
Device Controller with a front panel user interface to form a
flexible, easy to use solution.
Most 8310 Series are single channel configurations where
RF signal is routed through either the front or rear mounted
Ports A & B but can be configured for up to four channels of
attenuation, RF switching, amplification or other functions.
Multiple programmable attenuators can be used inconjuc-
tion with other coaxial devices such as switches, power
combiners, directional couplers, and filters creating single or
multichannel subsystems.
IEEE-488
RS232\RS422/RS485
Features
o
Provides a flexible, easy to program, low cost solution
for your bench test/calibration setups and subsystem
applications.
o
Multi-Channel attenuation paths (up to 4 input/outputs
for 8310 & up to 6 input/outputs for 8311)
o
Relative vs. Nominal attenuation step function.
o
Wide choice of Frequency & Attenuation Ranges.
- dc to 1, 2, 3, 6 & 18 GHz
- NEW dc to 6 GHz Models
- up to 127 dB
- Solid-State (GaAs FET *& PIN)
- Relay Switched
o
Models with Ethernet Option - Specify when ordering.
o
75
Ω
Configurations
o
Accuracy & Repeatability.
o
Designed to interface with Aeroflex / Weinschel’s line
of digitally controlled programmable attenuators and
other electromechanical devices.
o
Designed to interface with industry standard
communication interfaces:
- GPIB/IEEE-488 (HS-488 ready)
- RS-232, RS-422, RS-485
- New Models with Ethernet Control (10 BaseT)
o
Rack Configurable:
Model 8310 Series can be rack
mounted either as a single unit using Rack Mounting Kit
(P/N 193-8033-1) or two Model 8310's can be mounted
together using Rack Mounting Kit (P/N 193-8033-2).
These kits fit into any rack or cabinet that is designed
per EIA RS-310 or MIL-STD-189. Model 8311 Series
are equipted with rack ears.
Multi-Channel 19” Rack Size Versions
Applications
Applications for the 8310 and 8311 Series range from pro-
viding control of a single Programmable Attenuator in a
bench test/lab environment using a PC and a terminal emu-
lator, to complex system applications where the 8310/8311
Series are employed to control many devices to create cus-
tom/ semi-custom subsystems to reduce overall design
cost. Aeroflex / Weinschel can provide a variety of custom
designed driver interfaces for various devices, such as RF
switches, relays, pin attenuators, motorized step attenua-
tors, displays, and other devices, as well as complete
subsystem design and integration services. Contact us with
your specialized needs.
For additional information on the Model 8310, visit our website @ www.aeroflex.com/AW/8310.htm
129
5305 Spectrum Drive, Frederick, MD 21703-7362
s
TEL: 301-846-9222, 800-638-2048
s
Fax: 301-846-9116
web: www.aeroflex.com/weinschel
s
email: weinschel-sales@aeroflex.com
Revision Date: 8/15/11
Programmable Attenuators
Specifications
SPECIFICATION
Input Power Requirements
Environmental
ac
DESCRIPTION
100 to 240 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 50 Watts
0 to +50°C
-4° to +167°F (-20° to +75°C)
96%
40,000' (12,192M)
Operating Temperature:
Storage Temperature:
Humidity:
Altitude:
Connector:
Protocols:
Indicators:
Connector:
Signals:
Baud Rates:
Data Bits:
Handshaking:
Parity:
Indicators:
Connector:
Signals:
Baud Rates:
Data Bits:
Handshaking:
Parity:
Indicators:
IEEE-488 Bus
(1)
24-pin per IEEE-488.1
per IEEE-488.2
Remote (RMT), Listen (LSN), Talk (TLK), SRQ (SRQ)
9-pin male D
TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS, DTR, GND
2400, 9600, 19200, and 38400
8
None, RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF
None, Odd, Even
Tx (Transmit) and Rx (Receive)
9-pin male D
TXD+, TDX-, RXD+, RTX-, RTS+, RTS-, CTS+, CTS-, and signal GND
2400, 9600, 19200, and 38400
8
None, RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF
None, Odd, Even
Tx (Transmit) and Rx (Receive)
Standard RJ45
9-pin male D
RS-232 Bus
Serial I/O
(2)
RS-422 BUS
(3)
RS-485 Bus
(4)
Ethernet TC/IP
RF Characteristics
(5)
10 Base T Connector:
Console Connector:
See ordering guides (pg 128 through 130)
1. GPIB/IEEE-488 model allows user-selectable addresses, Not included with Models with ethernet option.
2. RS-232 can be used with standard PC serial port for short and medium distances (up to approximately 50 ft).
3. RS-422, designed for very long distance communications (4000 ft) and & optimized as a single node protocol, typically with one device connected to a
single port.
4. RS-485, designed for very long distance communications (4000 ft) & optimized for multi-drop connections that can used to create a low cost network.
5. Refer to Individual data sheet for detailed specifications on internal programmables.
Ordering Guide...8310 Series with 4200 Programmables
Model No
Attenuation
Value (dB)
8310-136-F
63.75/0.25
8310-136-R
63.75/0.25
8310-136-2-F 63.75/0.25
8310-136-2-R 63.75/0.25
8310-137-F
63/1
8310-137-R
63/1
8310-137-2-F
63/1
8310-137-2-R
63/1
8310-138-F
103/1
8310-138-R
103/1
8310-138-2-F
103/1
8310-138-2-R
103/1
8310-138-3-T
103/1
8310-138-4-T
103/1
Frequency
Insertion Loss
Range (GHz)
(maximum)
0.8-2.5
6.0
0.8-2.5
6.0
0.8-2.5
6.0
0.8-2.5
6.0
0.8-3.0
4.7
0.8-3.0
4.7
0.8-3.0
4.7
0.8-3.0
4.7
0.8-3.0
6.0
0.8-3.0
6.0
0.8-3.0
6.0
0.8-3.0
6.0
0.8-3.0
6.0
0.8-3.0
6.0
SWR
(Maximum)
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
No of
Channels
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
2
2
3
4
Attenuator
Model No.*
4228-63.75
4228-63.75
4228-63.75
4228-63.75
4226-63
4226-63
4226-63
4226-63
4228-103
4228-103
4228-103
4228-103
4228-103
4228-103
Connector
Type
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
N/F
Conn
Location
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front/Rear
Front/Rear
*Refer to Individual data sheet for detailed specifications on internal programmables.
Add N to the end of the Model number for ethernet option, IEEE-488 bus not included with option.
130
5305 Spectrum Drive, Frederick, MD 21703-7362
s
TEL: 301-846-9222, 800-638-2048
s
Fax: 301-846-9116
web: www.aeroflex.com/weinschel
s
email: weinschel-sales@aeroflex.com
Revision Date: 8/15/11
京公网安备 11010802033920号
EEWORLD
