LINC2 Filter Pro Software Release

ACS has recently released a new version of its LINC2 filter synthesis software. LINC2 Filter Pro version 1.18 adds new capabilities for exporting design and analysis data to other programs. This new version can send filter analysis data, including frequency response data, to Excel and other programs for creating user designed charts and custom documentation of filter performance. CSV files can be automatically created that capture the filter’s s-parameters or other performance data (such as group delay and attenuation characteristics). Distributed filters implemented in microstrip and stripline can automatically be rendered in both schematic and layout windows. The wizard-like GUI quickly and effortlessly guides the user through the process of entering the specifications for the automatic synthesis of a wide variety of filters.

Applied Computational Sciences LLC
Escondido, CA
(760) 612-6988
www.appliedmicrowave.com
RS No. 310

Software for Compliant Testing

AR’s SW1006 software is a standalone program that combines conducted immunity test software, radiated susceptibility test software and pre-compliance conducted and radiated emissions test software into one user-friendly package suitable for corporate to professional test lab users. The software automatically performs both calibration and immunity testing in full compliance with IEC 61000-4-3, 4-6; MIL STD 461/462 RS103, CS114 and RTCA/DO160 Section 20 specifications. In addition, the program supplies the user with selectable test parameters and a “thresholding” mode for pre-compliance investigation of equipment susceptibility.

AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation
Souderton, PA
(215) 723-8181
www.ar-worldwide.com
RS No. 311

Visual System Simulator

AWR announced Version 2009 of its Visual System Simulator (VSS) software for the end-to-end design and optimization of communications systems. The versatile simulation tool now supports AWR Connected™ for Rohde & Schwarz that adds real-world test signals from the company’s R&S WinIQSIM2 instrument software to the simulation to produce much greater accuracy than generic waveforms. VSS Version 2009 also features a new LTE communication library, many new RF component models and measurement enhancements that let users gain greater insight into performance of their designs throughout the design cycle. The pre-release of Visual System Simulator software Version 2009 is available now to qualified customers.

AWR
El Segundo, CA
(310) 726-3000
www.awrcorp.com
RS No. 314

PLL Phase Noise Software

The widely popular PLL Phase Noise Calculator tool on Hittite’s website was specifically designed to help synthesizer designers select the best Hittite divider, phase frequency detector and VCO for their PLL circuit needs. The interrelation of these building blocks is critical to achieving optimal PLL phase noise, and each component in the PLL circuit will impact overall performance. A graphical interface guides the user through the component selection process, and the calculator uploads the key performance attributes for each Hittite component selected. The PLL Phase Noise Calculator quickly provides the phase noise contribution of each PLL element, as well as the total for the entire loop.

Hittite Microwave Corp.
Chelmsford, MA
(978) 250-3343
www.hittite.com
RS No. 312

Non-Linear Transistor Library

Modelithics Inc. has announced the release of an enhanced version of the Non-Linear Transistor Model Library for AWR Microwave office. This latest release features new models for TriQuint GaAs HFET, NEC LDMOS FET and Excelics HEMT devices. The Modelithics® NLT Library addresses accurate predictions of noise, substrate-scalability, temperature dependence, broad-bandwidth, non-linearities and high power, among other stringent requirements of state-of-the-art RF and microwave design. This upgrade will be forwarded, free of charge to all customers currently under a Modelithics Platinum Maintenance contract for the NLT Library or The Modelithics Library Complete for Microwave Office. See release notes at www.modelithics.com/products.asp for details.

Modelithics Inc.
Tampa, FL
(888) 359-6359
www.modelithics.com
RS No. 315

NSI 2000 Antenna Measurement Software

The NSI 2000 antenna measurement software is an integrated software package that contains far-field, planar, cylindrical and spherical near-field test capabilities. The software consists of an acquisition module, a data display and processing module, and an optional scripting module that allows for full customization of all processes. This software represents the most advanced antenna measurement software available in industry today allowing for fully automated high-speed data acquisition controlling all axes of motion, test range RF instrumentation and antenna control electronics. Data is displayed in 3D format as shown above and the user has full control of coordinate systems, amplitude or phase modulation.

Nearfield Systems Inc.
Torrance, CA
(310) 525-7000
www.nearfield.com
RS No. 313