Summary of LeCroy raises bar with 100GHz scope
In July 2013, Teledyne LeCroy unveiled the world's first 100 GHz real-time oscilloscope prototype capable of acquiring live signals at 100 GHz bandwidth. The demonstration utilized a 240 GS/s sample rate with an indium phosphide (InP) chip for future high-speed generations. Target applications include CEI-25/28, optical coherent modulation, radar, PCIe Gen4, Thunderbolt, and next-generation USB technologies.
Parts used in the 100 GHz Oscilloscope Project:
- Indium phosphide (InP) chip
- 100 GHz real-time oscilloscope prototype
Teledyne LeCroy demonstrated the world’s first 100 GHz real-time oscilloscope on July 24, 2013 at the research facilities of Teledyne Scientific Company in Thousand Oaks, CA. In the demonstration, the prototype scope successfully acquired and displayed live signals at 100 GHz bandwidth. In addition, the Teledyne LeCroy and Teledyne Scientific also unveiled an indium phosphide (InP) chip, which is the first device in a new chip set planned for future generations of high-speed oscilloscopes.
During the demonstration (see video clip below), the injection signal was 100 GHz with a 240 GS/s sample rate (each sample was taken is approximately 4 ps apart). The company’s target applications include CEI-25/28, CEI-56, optical coherent modulation communication systems, defense and radar applications, emerging 10-32 Gb/s serial data technologies, 100GBASE-R Ethernet, SAS12,PCI Express Gen4, Thunderbolt, and next-generation USB.
The demonstration was conducted by Peter J. Pupalaikis, vice president, technology development Teledyne LeCroy; Roger Delbue, vice president, engineering Teledyne LeCroy; and Dr. Amarpal (Paul) Khanna, vice president, components, Phase Matrix, A National Instruments Company.
For more detail: LeCroy raises bar with 100GHz scope
- When was the 100 GHz oscilloscope demonstrated?
The demonstration took place on July 24, 2013. - What sample rate was used during the demonstration?
A 240 GS/s sample rate was used where each sample was approximately 4 ps apart. - Which new chip technology was unveiled alongside the scope?
An indium phosphide (InP) chip was unveiled as part of a new chipset for future oscilloscopes. - What are the target applications for this technology?
Applications include CEI-25/28, optical coherent modulation, defense, radar, and 100GBASE-R Ethernet. - Who conducted the demonstration event?
Peter J. Pupalaikis, Roger Delbue, and Dr. Amarpal (Paul) Khanna conducted the demonstration. - Where did the demonstration take place?
The event occurred at the research facilities of Teledyne Scientific Company in Thousand Oaks, CA.
