Date: 06/10/2009

New digital multimeters from Tektronix for debugging complex electronic designs

Tektronix has introduced the DMM4000, a series of 5.5 digit and 6.5 digit resolution digital multimeters (DMM) designed to debug complex electronics and validate circuit design through precision measurements and in-depth analysis capabilities. The DMM Series integrates with National Instruments LabVIEW SignalExpress interactive instrument software for fast acquiring, analyzing, and presenting data from multiple instruments.

"The new Tektronix DMM family fits well with Tektronix MSO/DPO oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and AFG3000 function generators by offering engineers advanced capabilities and superior ease of use," said Bob Bluhm, vice president, Value Products and Accessories Product Line, Tektronix. "As part of the Tektronix intelligent debug strategy, we have worked with National Instruments to ensure the DMM Series is integrated with NI LabVIEW SignalExpress instrument software, in keeping with our other bench products. Now, our customer's entire Tektronix bench can be connected through one software interface for instrument control, automated measurements, data logging and extensive analysis of correlated signals. This is a breakthrough for today's engineers who are frustrated by debug of highly complex designs with many signal types."

The digital multimeters support a full range of multifunction DMM measurements including voltage, current, frequency, period, diode, capacitance, resistance and temperature measurements. Dedicated front-panel buttons provide fast access to frequently used functions and parameters, reducing set up time. The DMM4040 and DMM4050 simplify the operation with a front panel USB port for easy data logging and instrument setup storage.

For in-depth analysis, the 6.5 digit DMM4040 and DMM4050 include a graphical display that supports histogram, trend plotting and statistical analysis features. All models, including the 5.5 digit DMM4020, are offered with a three-year limited warranty and include a limited edition of the National Instruments LabVIEW SignalExpress Tektronix Edition software.

"The new DMM series from Tektronix is an excellent complement to the advanced flexibility and high-performance functionality that is characteristic of the National Instruments software platform," said John Pasquarette, vice president of software marketing at National Instruments. "Because of its integration with NI LabVIEW SignalExpress, engineers can use the DMM 4000 Series to further enhance the efficiency and flexibility of their test bench for performing complex measurements and logging data."

For more details visit www.tektronix.com