Blogs
DSP Drivers and Libraries
DSP Drivers and Libraries Signatec's DSP products are all provided with the following software at no addtional charge:A full product installation utilityProduct drivers for 32-bit/64-bit operating systemsA complete library of functions for developing user specific applicationsSource code examples that illustrate how to use the function library for building applicationsIn addition, future manual and software updates are available for download for registered users at no additional charge for the lifetime of the product.
Precision Methane Isotope Analysis with Gage Digitizer Technology
Summary: Methane measurements have reached new levels of precision with the development of a spectrometer capable of decoding the intricacies of infrared light. At the heart of this advancement is a GaGe digitizer, a critical component enabling rapid switching between two specific wavelengths. This innovative approach effectively reduces noise interference stemming from temperature and frequency fluctuations, a common challenge in such measurements. Researchers have achieved remarkable accuracy in determining methane isotope ratios by harnessing the power of optically switched dual-wavelength cavity ring-down spectroscopy (OSDW-CRDS). This breakthrough opens doors to a deeper understanding of methane's role in climate change, [...]
Revolutionizing Ultrasound Imaging with Gage Digitizer
Summary: Researchers have developed a cutting-edge ultrasound system to provide unprecedented detail of blood flow in mice. This technology enables exact measurements of even the smallest blood vessels by combining a high-frequency 30 MHz linear array transducer with a GaGe digitizer. The system's exceptional sensitivity allows it to detect incredibly low blood flow velocities, as minimal as 0.1 mm/s. This level of precision is crucial for understanding the intricate dynamics of the circulatory system in small animals. The system employs a sophisticated 16-channel analog beamformer and advanced signal processing techniques to achieve this level of precision. The real-time [...]
DAQ Drivers and Libraries
DAQ Drivers and Libraries Signatec's digitizer products are all provided with the following software at no addtional charge:A full product installation utilityProduct drivers for 32-bit/64-bit operating systemsDigitizer scope application for board operationA complete library of functions for developing user specific applicationsSource code examples that illustrate how to use the function library for building applicationsIn addition, future manual and software updates are available for download for registered users at no additional charge for the lifetime of the product.
DAC Drivers and Libraries
DAC Drivers and Libraries Signatec's signal generator DAC products are all provided with the following software at no addtional charge:A full product installation utilityProduct drivers for 32-bit/64-bit operating systemsDAC scope application for board operationA complete library of functions for developing user specific applicationsSource code examples that illustrate how to use the function library for building applicationsIn addition, future manual and software updates are available for download for registered users at no additional charge for the lifetime of the product.
DAC Playback Scope Application
DAC Playback Scope Application Signatec's DAC Playback Scope Application software is installed as part of the standard signal generator software installation. The DAC Playback Scope Application is used to control one or more Signatec signal generator boards with a virtual oscilloscope application that allows the operator to view or edit all DAC board hardware settings as well as playback and display signal data.When the DAC Playback Scope Application starts, it will automatically connect to all local signal generator boards. Note that when the application starts up the DAC hardware is not accessed. This allows the Playback Scope Application to run [...]
Press Release: Vitrek Supports the Semiconductor Industry’s Urgent Demand for High-Performance Test Equipment Driven by the CHIPS and Science Act
The $52.7 billion legislation passed in 2022 is driving the expansion of US-based semiconductor sector; Vitrek’s product portfolio includes test and data acquisition products essential for advanced R&D and semiconductor manufacturing.
Signal Generation / Playback Software
Signal Generation / Playback Software Signatec's GUI based signal generation playback software is used to control one or more Signatec signal generator boards, performing all system settings, viewing digital data (either captured or generated), and performing signal generation / playback. Software includes PC based Oscilloscope and Playback Scope Application, Drivers and Libraries. DAC Playback Scope Application Signatec's DAC Playback Scope Application software is installed as part of the standard signal generator software installation. The Playback Scope Application is used to control one or more Signatec high-speed signal generator DAC boards with a virtual oscilloscope application that allows the operator to [...]
DSP Boards by PC I/O Interface
DSP Boards by PC I/O Interface Signatec's real-time FPGA DSP boards by PC I/O interface with options of PCI Express (PCIe) form factors. All of Signatec's DSP boards feature a PCI Buffered Acquisition Mode that allow them to acquire data to their onboard RAM as well as transfer the data from the onboard RAM to the PC simultaneously. In short, the board's onboard memory is configured to work as a FIFO to provide ample data buffering between the board and PC for the most demanding signal processing applications.
