VTI Instruments (VTI) - Functional Test and Measurement instrumentation Company

Upcoming Events, Feb 2011

2011-01-17T21:58:00.001-08:00

IMAC-XXIX

Jacksonville, FL Hyatt Regency Riverfront Booth: 603

Date	Time
Tuesday, Feb 1	10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, Feb 2	10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, Feb 3	10:00 am – 12:00 pm

VTI Instruments Selected by Lockheed Martin to Provide eCASS Switching System

2010-10-08T03:07:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Lockheed Martin to provide the Enhanced Switching and General Purpose Interface (eGPI) subsystem for the US Navy's eCASS (Electronic Consolidated Automated Support System) Program. eCASS will replace CASS as the US Navy's core test system and ensures that fleet aircraft can maintain mission-ready status by facilitating quick diagnostic and repair of line-replaceable subassemblies.

Legacy CASS system capability is extended through the eGPI subsystem by adding hybrid functionality to the digital subsection of the existing GPI. With VTI's eGPI, I/O pins currently dedicated to digital test can now be used to route signals, with up to 1 GHz bandwidth to RF instrumentation, as well to an internal analog measurement bus. "The eGPI subsystem leverages VTI's successful implementation of CASS-compatible switching for the RT-CASS program and is designed to improve the maintainability of large ATE systems by eliminating analog cabling to improve signal integrity" said Tom Sarfi, VTI's VP of Business Development. "We are proud to be a part of this significant program for the Navy, and further establish ourselves as the premier supplier of core ATE switching systems".

The eGPI allows the Navy to maintain its large installed base of legacy test program sets (TPS) while creating the flexibility required to support next generation platforms. VTI's award-winning EX1200 modular switch and I/O instrument, which implements a convenient LAN/LXI-based interface for command and control of the switching module, is the core of the new eGPI subsystem. This solution also integrates Virginia Panel Corporation's Series 80 mass interconnect modules into the interface. VTI delivered its first eGPI prototype as part of Lockheed's capabilities demonstration in late 2009. The contract award calls for delivery of 14 engineering development units during the system design phase of the project in mid-late 2011.

About VTI Instruments Corporation.

VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring, which is used in the world's most demanding test applications. Our solutions provide reliable data, first time, every time. Serving the aerospace and defense, power generation, energy, automotive and commercial electronics industries, VTI's solutions allow our customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. ISO 9001 certified, with plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium, a founding member of the LXI Consortium and an active member of the VITA open standards organization.
For additional information, please visit http://www.vtiinstruments.com.

VTI Receives 2009 Global Product Differentiation Excellence Award

2010-01-19T00:21:00.000-08:00

VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce that it has received the prestigious Frost & Sullivan 2009 Global Data Acquisition Hardware and Software Product Differentiation Excellence Award.

VTI was benchmarked against, and selected from, over 50 leading companies based on criteria for best practices in the data acquisition hardware and software market. Six categories were used to benchmark performance, including product features/functionality, quality/complexity, customization, mix, target market, and unique name/brand recognition.

“We are honored to have been selected from among the industry’s leading data acquisition instrumentation companies to receive this honor,” said Paul Dhillon, VTI’s President and CEO. “This is a great result of our partnering approach with our customers, and above industry commitment to R&D.

“The Product Differentiation Excellence Award is an influential recognition of VTI Instruments Corporation’s accomplishments in the data acquisition hardware and software market,” said Sivakumar Narayanaswamy, Industry Analyst with Frost & Sullivan’s Measurement and Instrumentation Practice. “VTI has been singled out for their ability to deliver excellence and best practices across the industry; this best-in-class recognition signifies outstanding performance across all major functional areas of the business.”

Flagship LXI products, such as the EX1000A Series Integrated Data Acquisition Signal Conditioning Platform, the EX1200 Precision Signal Switch, Measure and I/O Platform and the EX2500 LXI/VXI Controller were identified as leading selection contributors. VTI’s focus on introducing fully LXI Class A compliant instrumentation was identified as a key enabling factor; this approach saves customers time and money while providing unlimited, synchronized, precision distributed measurements.

VTI’s open standard/platform development strategy, of providing solutions that are forward looking as well as backward integrating, was identified as another key selection criterion. These characteristics are essential to the user segments that VTI serves and ensure maximum long-term return on test system investments. Additionally, design features such as integrated signal conditioning and built-in self-calibration deliver exceptional measurement accuracies, while the modular, scalable design methodology ensures maximum flexibility.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a founding member of the LXI Consortium. For additional information, please visit http://www.vtiinstruments.com.

About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership. The company's Growth Partnership Service provides the CEO and the CEO's Growth Team with disciplined research and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation and implementation of powerful growth strategies. Frost & Sullivan leverages almost 50 years of experience in partnering with Global 1000 companies, emerging businesses and the investment community from 40 offices on six continents. To join our Growth Partnership, please visit http://www.frost.com.

New DAC Express Release Supports EX1200 LXI Switch/Measure and Control Subsystem

2010-01-18T01:53:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – May 5, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the latest release of its DAC Express “Set Up and Run” software, which has new features that support its EX1200 series switch/measure and control platform. When combined with any EX1200 mainframe, this competitively-priced turnkey solution can be used to satisfy a wide range of data acquisition requirements.
”The EX1200 series provides a powerful combination of LXI Class A precision synchronization and high-density signal switching, measurement and control modules that service a variety of data acquisition applications,” said Business Development Manager Tom Sarfi. “Our latest DAC Express upgrade delivers an easy-to-use programming-free environment that allows engineers to begin collecting and analyzing data within minutes.”
DAC Express 3.5 enables users to monitor and record temperature, voltage, current, resistance, frequency, and period measurements without any programming required. When used with the Ethernet/LXI-based EX1200, this software offers the ability to select from a flexible set of alarm conditions. For example, designated personnel worldwide can be notified via email when critical test data exceeds its limits

EX1200 relays and analog/digital output can also be controlled by alarm events to drive devices that are outside the system. With DAC Express 3.5, users can construct virtual (calculated) channels with a combination of multiple inputs. They can also create virtual channels that provide the flexibility to generate events only when multiple input conditions have been satisfied.
Modular and flexible, the EX1200 offers the simplicity of Ethernet connectivity and can monitor and record over 450 channels in a single rack U mainframe. The intuitive DAC Express graphical interface allows users to quickly set up EX1200 scan sequences, customize displays, and export acquired data to Excel or MATLAB.
For a preview of DAC Express 3.5 or to download a free 30-day evaluation, visit:
http://www.vtiinstruments.com/DACExpress.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO9001:2000 registered, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact:

Tom Sarfi
Business Development Manager
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1921
Email: tsarfi@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

New VXIbus Modules Enable Customization and Increased Flexibility of ATE Systems

2010-01-18T01:50:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – May 18, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of three new modules for use on the VXIbus platform. The SMP3620, SMP3625 and SMP7000 increase the flexibility of VTI’s popular SMIP product family by including analog output (0 – 35 V) and custom breadboard design capabilities.
The SMIP series’ ability to mix and match signal switching and analog output in a modular VXI architecture is a unique feature that is unmatched by similar platforms. The new modules offer increased flexibility for test system designers by adding custom development options on a COTS platform and high-density digital-to-analog converters suitable for testing avionics subassemblies.
“VTI’s SMIP series has set the standard for modular, high-density switching in demanding mil/aero applications that range from DC to light,” said Tom Sarfi, Business Development Manager. “Because of the SMIP’s modular architecture, multiple functions can be accommodated in either one- or two-slot carriers. These new modules bring increased functionality to the SMIP product family that can further optimize system footprint and lower overall costs.”

The SMP3620 is a high-density digital-to-analog converter with 24 channels per plug-in with programmable outputs from 0 – 35 V DC. The SMP3625 provides 16 channels of 70 V peak-to-peak 400 Hz output. The SMP7000 is a breadboard with an interface to the VXIbus that allows engineers to easily add custom circuits to their system designs. For more information, visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/SMIP.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

Contact:

Tom Sarfi
Business Development Manager
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1921
Email: tsarfi@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

New Sound Quality Software Helps Minimize Noise Levels

2010-01-18T01:46:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – June 17, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce a new software solution that enhances the acoustic acquisition capabilities of its precision NVH/DSA products. m+p international has released SO Analyzer Revision 3.3, the latest version of its real-time software tool for noise and vibration measurement, analysis and reporting – in the field or in the lab.
The user-friendly SO Analyzer 3.3 features sound quality and sound playback modules. When combined with VTI’s hardware, these modules can assist in the reduction of noise levels from sources including automobiles, household appliances, and commercial airplanes. Sound playback also provides engineers with additional indicators for milestones and changes during testing. The Sound Quality Module displays functions of loudness that can be viewed as 2D, 3D or spectrograms for further analysis.
“For many years, VTI has provided world-class hardware solutions for the sound and vibration test industries that deliver the highest degree of data integrity,” said Chris Gibson, VTI Business Development Manager. “This latest release of SO Analyzer ensures that engineers working in noise reduction have a powerful set of software tools that facilitate data analysis, playback and display.”

SO Analyzer supports the following VXIbus modules from VTI: VT1432B, VT1433, VT1434, VT1435 and VT1436. The software supports all native sample frequencies from 1024 Hz to 102.4 kHz, input modes including AC/DC floating or grounded, and a user-selectable ICP source on each channel. VTI’s EX2500 LAN card or the IEEE-1394 Firewire board can function as the computer interface. SO Analyzer runs on Microsoft Windows NT, 2000, XP and Vista.
Additional features include standard deviation, skewness and kurtosis, which have been added to the value table functions. A new Project Catalog Utility is now available in the File menu to help organize and manage large data quantities. A new “Group by Function” option provides even greater flexibility in how saved data is organized at the end of the measurement run.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact:

Tom Sarfi
Business Development Manager
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1921
Email: tsarfi@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

New LXI Switch Modules Maximize Test Flexibility

2010-01-18T01:43:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – August 21, 2009 – VTI Instruments is pleased to announce the release of three new high-density switch modules, the EX1200-3164, -4128 and -6216. They further enhance the signal switching capabilities of VTI’s EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and Control family of products.

“The addition of these modules further expands the flexibility and versatility that engineers demand to meet ever-changing test system requirements,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “The scalable EX1200 provides cost-effective core platform capabilities without sacrificing performance or signal integrity.”

The EX1200 is the highest density switching platform available and the only LXI Class A subsystem on the market. Test engineers can use the EX1200 modules for applications ranging from half rack 1U to full rack 3U while maintaining signal integrity across multiple modules. The EX1200 includes a full-featured 6.5 digit DMM, precision analog and digital I/O modules, and an internal analog expansion bus.

The -3164 provides 16 independent (1 x 4) multiplexers that can be reconfigured under software control to build up to a single 64-channel multiplexer. This configuration offers flexibility when multiplexing various inputs to a common resource. The -4128 is a (4 x 128) crosspoint multiplexer that allows multiple resources to be shared by multiple output channels. The -6216 enables high-density RF switching capable of supporting two 16-channel 1 GHz multiplexers.

The new modules allow users to build very flexible switching subsystems that span DC to light. The simplified software infrastructure of the EX1200 allows path-level switching through an IVI switch interface. The robust soft front panel enables direct monitoring and control without the addition of third-party software.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.

Save Time and Money Developing Custom Microwave Solutions with COTS Tools

2010-01-18T01:39:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – September 8, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce a revolutionary solution that addresses the challenges associated with custom microwave design and deployment. The EX7000 Microwave Switching Subsystem provides an open platform COTS core that can be easily configured for a variety of custom applications.

With access to thousands of components and data sheets using VTI’s Broadband Integrated Design Wizard, a custom design can be defined and configured in less than one day. This represents a true paradigm shift away from design methodologies used in the past. The finished subsystem is supplied with complete documentation to simplify long-term support and ensure product reusability.

“Quicker time-to-test is one of our key objectives when considering new product development activities,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “The EX7000 has been so successful because of its simplified subsystem design and reduced software integration activities – all in an open platform COTS solution.”

All EX7000 subsystems leverage LXI, the Ethernet-based instrumentation interface standard, to ensure the highest level of connectivity and performance. An application-specific graphical user interface (GUI) is automatically generated from the design documents and ready for out-of-the-box operation with any web browser worldwide. Additionally, path-level instrument drivers based on the IVI-COM and IVI-C classes eliminate the need for custom software driver development and testing.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX7000.aspx.

New EX1200 Mainframe Expands Platform Scalability

2010-01-18T01:36:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – September 28, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of the EX1268 mainframe, the latest addition to the EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and Control product family. This platform now offers unmatched scalability and expansion capabilities by incorporating common switch, measure, and control modules, as well as common programming interfaces.

“Extending the product line with this new mainframe provides test system designers with incredible flexibility,” commented Tom Sarfi, VP of Business Development. “Software and module reusability allows development efforts to be leveraged when additional capabilities and expansion are needed, saving time and money.”

The EX1268 offers a full-featured 6.5 digit DMM and can accept up to 16 signal switching and I/O modules – all in a compact 3U footprint. EX1200 modules can be used for design and validation where channel counts are typically small or during production where larger channel counts are needed for testing multiple units at the same time.

The EX1268 is LXI Class A-certified to ensure seamless interoperability with existing instruments. Its built-in web interface provides out-of-the-box operation without any additional software or programming. The powerful embedded scanning engine enables test sequencing capabilities to reduce latencies and dramatically improve test efficiency.

To learn more, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200mainframes.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

Contact:

Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

VTI’s New High-Density Signal Multiplexer

2010-01-18T01:31:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – October 14, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce the release of its latest high-density switch module, the EX1200-3096. As part of VTI’s EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and I/O product series, these modules can multiplex up to 576 channels in a 1U footprint.

“The EX1200-3096 can be used to efficiently measure very high channel counts, especially when used in conjunction with its built-in scan list capabilities,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “Additionally, this module can be seamlessly implemented across the entire EX1200 family, providing incredible density and scalability.”

The EX1200-3096 is designed for scanning multiple points to a common bus in either 2- or 4-wire configurations. Switch and measurement operations can be tightly synchronized as part of the module’s embedded scan list to minimize processor overhead and increase test throughput. The EX1200-3096 supports thermocouple, RTD and thermistor measurements and can be used for testing cable harnesses, semiconductors and PCBs. The specially designed capacitive discharge relays keep high voltages from disturbing sensitive measurement points.

An optional terminal block provides screw termination points for simplified external field wiring and includes a cold junction compensation reference for precise temperature measurements.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

Contact:

Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

VTI Expands Integrated Data Acquisition Signal Conditioning Product Line

2010-01-18T01:25:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – October 26, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce the release of its latest data acquisition product offering, the EX10SC Modular Signal Conditioning platform. As part of VTI’s EX1000 series, this instrument provides industrial grade isolation and input protection across a broad range of transducers and input types.

“The EX10SC is the perfect complement to the EX1000 series of precision data acquisition instruments,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “Virtually any transducer type can be seamlessly integrated with the EX1000 family to deliver unmatched measurement flexibility and performance.”

The EX10SC provides the ability to integrate thermocouple, RTD, thermistor, strain gage, pressure, voltage, and frequency inputs into the EX1000A, EX1016A and EX1032A data stream. Features such as 1500 V rms isolation and 240 V AC input protection allow users to safely address the most challenging environments without sacrificing measurement integrity.

Input channels can be configured individually by matching the signal characteristics with the appropriate signal conditioning module. This design enables exceptional measurement flexibility. Additionally, LAN-based LXI Class A connectivity delivers a scalable architecture, which is ideal for distributed measurements, along with over-the-wire synchronization of multiple devices and time stamping. Placing the instrumentation near the test article also reduces setup time and support costs.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1000A.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

Contact:

Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

VTI Introduces Transient Capture and Timestamp Module

2010-01-18T00:35:00.000-08:00

Irvine, CA – November 17, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of the EX1200-7416, a transient capture and timestamp module that further extends the capabilities of its popular EX1200 series of configurable LXI Class A instruments. With a rich feature set, it supports a broad range of applications that require level comparison, event detection, and time stamping.

“The EX1200-7416 is ideal for applications like power supply monitoring where it is critical to detect
out-of-tolerance conditions that require immediate intervention,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “It can be combined with other EX1200 plug-ins to create a versatile, multifunction instrument that can be used in a variety of data acquisition and test applications.”
The EX1200-7416 has 16 input channels and can continuously monitor a variety of high-level analog and discrete signals – up to 100 V. Each channel has an 8-bit DAC that can be independently programmed to set the trip level. The EX1200-7416 can detect transients that cannot normally be captured by a typical DMM or scanning measurement system. As part of the EX1200 LXI Class A instrument series, this module can also record events with IEEE 1588 time codes to provide a precise correlation of event/time data.

Input channels can be internally routed to the optional EX1200 series DMM to measure the analog level of the signals. The reference DACs can also be routed to the internal DMM to facilitate self-verification that can be executed under program control.

For more information on the EX1200, visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

Contact:

Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

Media
Contact:

Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

VTI Instruments Events: 25th Aerospace Testing Seminar 25th Aerospace Testing Seminar

2009-08-27T23:09:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments Events: 25th Aerospace Testing Seminar 25th Aerospace Testing Seminar

Manhattan Beach Marriott,
Manhattan Beach, CA.

Oct 13-15, 2009

New LXI Switch Modules Maximize Test Flexibility

2009-08-27T04:42:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments is pleased to announce the release of three new high-density switch modules, the EX1200-3164, -4128 and -6216. They further enhance the signal switching capabilities of VTI’s EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and Control family of products.

“The addition of these modules further expands the flexibility and versatility that engineers demand to meet ever-changing test system requirements,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “The scalable EX1200 provides cost-effective core platform capabilities without sacrificing performance or signal integrity.”

The EX1200 is the highest density switching platform available and the only LXI Class A subsystem on the market. Test engineers can use the EX1200 modules for applications ranging from half rack 1U to full rack 3U while maintaining signal integrity across multiple modules. The EX1200 includes a full-featured 6.5 digit DMM, precision analog and digital I/O modules, and an internal analog expansion bus.

The -3164 provides 16 independent (1 x 4) multiplexers that can be reconfigured under software control to build up to a single 64-channel multiplexer. This configuration offers flexibility when multiplexing various inputs to a common resource. The -4128 is a (4 x 128) crosspoint multiplexer that allows multiple resources to be shared by multiple output channels. The -6216 enables high-density RF switching capable of supporting two 16-channel 1 GHz multiplexers.

The new modules allow users to build very flexible switching subsystems that span DC to light. The simplified software infrastructure of the EX1200 allows path-level switching through an IVI switch interface. The robust soft front panel enables direct monitoring and control without the addition of third-party software

About VTI Instruments Corp. VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

AUTOTESTCON 2009

2009-08-27T04:31:00.001-07:00

Anaheim, Disneyland Resort,
CA.
Sep 15-17, 2009
Booth: 513

New DAC Express Release Supports EX1200 LXI Switch/Measure and Control Subsystem

2009-08-25T02:49:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the latest release of its DAC Express “Set Up and Run” software, which has new features that support its EX1200 series switch/measure and control platform. When combined with any EX1200 mainframe, this competitively-priced turnkey solution can be used to satisfy a wide range of data acquisition requirements.
”The EX1200 series provides a powerful combination of LXI Class A precision synchronization and high-density signal switching, measurement and control modules that service a variety of data acquisition applications,” said Business Development Manager Tom Sarfi. “Our latest DAC Express upgrade delivers an easy-to-use programming-free environment that allows engineers to begin collecting and analyzing data within minutes.”
DAC Express 3.5 enables users to monitor and record temperature, voltage, current, resistance, frequency, and period measurements without any programming required. When used with the Ethernet/LXI-based EX1200, this software offers the ability to select from a flexible set of alarm conditions. For example, designated personnel worldwide can be notified via email when critical test data exceeds its limits.

EX1200 relays and analog/digital output can also be controlled by alarm events to drive devices that are outside the system. With DAC Express 3.5, users can construct virtual (calculated) channels with a combination of multiple inputs. They can also create virtual channels that provide the flexibility to generate events only when multiple input conditions have been satisfied.
Modular and flexible, the EX1200 offers the simplicity of Ethernet connectivity and can monitor and record over 450 channels in a single rack U mainframe. The intuitive DAC Express graphical interface allows users to quickly set up EX1200 scan sequences, customize displays, and export acquired data to Excel or MATLAB.
For a preview of DAC Express 3.5 or to download a free 30-day evaluation, visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/DACExpress.aspx.
VTI Website DAC Express EX1200 LXI Resources Contact

New VXIbus Modules Enable Customization and Increased Flexibility of ATE Systems

2009-08-25T02:47:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of three new modules for use on the VXIbus platform. The SMP3620, SMP3625 and SMP7000 increase the flexibility of VTI’s popular SMIP product family by including analog output (0 – 35 V) and custom breadboard design capabilities.
The SMIP series’ ability to mix and match signal switching and analog output in a modular VXI architecture is a unique feature that is unmatched by similar platforms. The new modules offer increased flexibility for test system designers by adding custom development options on a COTS platform and high-density digital-to-analog converters suitable for testing avionics subassemblies.“VTI’s SMIP series has set the standard for modular, high-density switching in demanding mil/aero applications that range from DC to light,” said Tom Sarfi, Business Development Manager. “Because of the SMIP’s modular architecture, multiple functions can be accommodated in either one- or two-slot carriers. These new modules bring increased functionality to the SMIP product family that can further optimize system footprint and lower overall costs.”

The SMP3620 is a high-density digital-to-analog converter with 24 channels per plug-in with programmable outputs from 0 – 35 V DC. The SMP3625 provides 16 channels of 70 V peak-to-peak 400 Hz output. The SMP7000 is a breadboard with an interface to the VXIbus that allows engineers to easily add custom circuits to their system designs.For more information, visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/SMIP.aspx.
VTI Website SMIP Series VXI Resources Signal Routing Aero & Defense Contact

New Sound Quality Software Helps Minimize Noise Levels

2009-08-25T02:44:00.001-07:00

VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce a new software solution that enhances the acoustic acquisition capabilities of its precision NVH/DSA products. m+p international has released SO Analyzer Revision 3.3, the latest version of its real-time software tool for noise and vibration measurement, analysis and reporting – in the field or in the lab.

The user-friendly SO Analyzer 3.3 features sound quality and sound playback modules. When combined with VTI’s hardware, these modules can assist in the reduction of noise levels from sources including automobiles, household appliances, and commercial airplanes. Sound playback also provides engineers with additional indicators for milestones and changes during testing. The Sound Quality Module displays functions of loudness that can be viewed as 2D, 3D or spectrograms for further analysis.
“For many years, VTI has provided world-class hardware solutions for the sound and vibration test industries that deliver the highest degree of data integrity,” said Chris Gibson, VTI Business Development Manager. “This latest release of SO Analyzer ensures that engineers working in noise reduction have a powerful set of software tools that facilitate data analysis, playback and display.”

SO Analyzer supports the following VXIbus modules from VTI: VT1432B, VT1433, VT1434, VT1435 and VT1436. The software supports all native sample frequencies from 1024 Hz to 102.4 kHz, input modes including AC/DC floating or grounded, and a user-selectable ICP source on each channel. VTI’s EX2500 LAN card or the IEEE-1394 Firewire board can function as the computer interface. SO Analyzer runs on Microsoft Windows NT, 2000, XP and Vista.
Additional features include standard deviation, skewness and kurtosis, which have been added to the value table functions. A new Project Catalog Utility is now available in the File menu to help organize and manage large data quantities. A new “Group by Function” option provides even greater flexibility in how saved data is organized at the end of the measurement run.

New LXI Switch Modules Maximize Test Flexibility

2009-08-25T02:33:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments is pleased to announce the release of three new high-density switch modules, the EX1200-3164, -4128 and -6216. They further enhance the signal switching capabilities of VTI’s EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and Control family of products.“The addition of these modules further expands the flexibility and versatility that engineers demand to meet ever-changing test system requirements,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “The scalable EX1200 provides cost-effective core platform capabilities without sacrificing performance or signal integrity.”The EX1200 is the highest density switching platform available and the only LXI Class A subsystem on the market. Test engineers can use the EX1200 modules for applications ranging from half rack 1U to full rack 3U while maintaining signal integrity across multiple modules. The EX1200 includes a full-featured 6.5 digit DMM, precision analog and digital I/O modules, and an internal analog expansion bus.

The -3164 provides 16 independent (1 x 4) multiplexers that can be reconfigured under software control to build up to a single 64-channel multiplexer. This configuration offers flexibility when multiplexing various inputs to a common resource. The -4128 is a (4 x 128) crosspoint multiplexer that allows multiple resources to be shared by multiple output channels. The -6216 enables high-density RF switching capable of supporting two 16-channel 1 GHz multiplexers. The new modules allow users to build very flexible switching subsystems that span DC to light. The simplified software infrastructure of the EX1200 allows path-level switching through an IVI switch interface. The robust soft front panel enables direct monitoring and control without the addition of third-party software.For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

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VTI Instruments DSA (Dynamic Signal Analyzer)

2009-06-02T23:50:00.000-07:00

VTI Instruments provides unmatched hardware performance for even the most demanding DSA applications. Scalable on-board DSPs, multi-channel independent digitizers, and comprehensive signal conditioning ensure the accurate capture of your analog signals.

High-speed, gap-free data throughput guarantees that your mission critical data is secure. Unique playback features and multi-vendor analysis tools simplify data processing and analysis tasks, while maximizing your investment dollars. Product flexibility ensures the widest range of application support of any DSA product family.

VTI’s DSA products use the latest 24-bit delta/sigma A/D convertors to provide wide dynamic range, as well as full anti-alias protection with the choice of three programmable digital anti-alias filter shapes. Inputs can be AC or DC coupled, single-ended or differential. This allows the flexibility for a direct connection with IEPE transducers or the measurement of externally conditioned signals or self-powered transducers.

Numerous turnkey software applications provide the widest range of support of any other similar product on the market. PNP, Matlab, and Active X COM drivers provide flexibility to develop in any software environment including Labview, .NET, and Linux.

Signal Switch and I/O

2009-06-01T23:46:00.000-07:00

Testers such as the F35-JSF’s LM-Star and the US Navy’s RT-CASS are based on a truly modular philosophy which is based on a common core of switching and measurement I/O that is flexible yet capable enough to test hundreds of complex subassemblies. At VTI Instruments we design our products with size and performance in mind. We excel in applications where it is critical to reduce the size of the common core instrumentation in order to allow room for niche requirements and future expansion. Our SMIP and VMIP lines of modular VXIbus instruments revolutionized the industry by delivering a mix of density and performance that continues to be unmatched today. We’ve extended this capability to smaller channel count applications through the introduction of our EX1200 series.

VMIP / VM9000 Series

2009-05-31T23:41:00.000-07:00

The award winning VXI Modular Instrumentation Platform (VMIP™) provides customers with a level of modularity for instruments that is unmatched in the industry. The VMIP™ makes a single VXIbus card slot three times more powerful than single device solutions. Each VMIP™ instrument can be mixed and matched with other VMIP™ devices for added flexibility.

The VMIP™ is designed for high performance instrumentation, i.e., 6.5 digit DMMs, 1 ns counter/timers, 50 MSa/s AWGs. As such, the VMIP™ design supports all aspects of the VXI specification including access to all seven power supply lines, TTLbus triggers, and interrupts. Each VMIP™ product is an independent VXIbus device with its own unique logical address (ULA) and VXIplug&play drivers

SMIP Series

2009-05-28T22:12:00.001-07:00

VTI's SMIP™ signal switching series revolutionized the automated signal switching marketplace by providing a level of modularity, density, and performance for the VXIbus platform that other suppliers are finding hard to replicate.

The base units for signal switching in dc to RF frequency ranges consist of the SMP1100 single-slot base unit and the SMP1200 double-slot base unit. The SMP1100 can house up to two high-density switch modules, and the SMP1200 can house up to six high-density switch modules.

The SMIPII family includes:

Automated test system (EX7000 Series)

2009-05-27T00:02:00.001-07:00

The EX7000 family is the industry’s first series of scalable microwave subsystems built on an open architecture Ethernet/LXI platform.This innovative family of products simplifies the development of custom RFIU requirements with its common hardware platform and software communications interface, while maintaining the look and feel of a standard COTS product.

Configured easily into commercial-off-the-shelf products
Supported and repeatable product builds
Documented and designed for long-term worldwide support
Embedded BOMs, configuration details, and component specifications are accessible via the web from anywhere in the world

Automated test system (EX1266)

2009-05-26T05:40:00.001-07:00

The EX1200 series is the industry’s first LXI Class A switch/measure and control platform with a range of DC-RF switching and stimulus/measurement solutions in a 1U footprint.

All of VTI’s functional test solutions are based on industry standard platforms that have a history of long-term viability. Reliability, functionality, and ease of use have resulted in successes with our VXIbus products in programs such as the Atlas URCU, US Air Force VDATS and ADTS (B1B) test stations. Our ruggedized SVM series of VME-based switch modules are ideal for F16 flightline testing and any other harsh environment. The LXI Class A platform offers the precision performance commonly found in mainframe-based systems. Together, these platforms allow VTI to stand behind our commitment toward providing test solutions that are built to stand the test of time. We offer ATE solutions including :

Defense/Aerospace
Avionics
Transportation ECU Testing
RF/Microwave Interface Units
Electronic Assemblies/Systems