TRADE NEWS: Agilent Technologies` New Pattern Generator for Pulse Function Arbitrary Noise Generator Tests Analog, Digital, Mixed Signal Devices

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today introduced the 81150A pulse function
arbitrary noise generator with a new pattern generator - resulting in the first
instrument in the industry able to test analog, digital and mixed signal
devices.

The Agilent 81150A is ideal for general purpose bench tests as it is integrated
in one instrument, providing a smaller footprint and reduced test time,
therefore improving productivity for manufacturers of computer and communication
devices.

Simplification of key R&D tasks is critical to speed up design cycles. The
Agilent 81150A is designed for the best signal generation to simplify debugging,
characterization or compliance tests whether it is applied for sinusoidal jitter
or a distorted PRBS.

"The pressure for fast cycle times in high-quality product development requires
new, more efficient test approaches," said Juergen Beck, general manager of
Agilent`s Digital and Photonic Test product line. "With its reliable and
repeatable measurement capabilities, the 81150A helps R&D engineers focus on
design and debug instead of spending time on test setup. The integration in one
instrument minimizes cabling, space and test time, and therefore improves
productivity. And, especially for mixed signal devices, it is no longer
necessary to use a function or arbitrary waveform generator and a pattern
generator."

Agilent`s new pattern generator also supports the new bus standards, such as
Flexray, with three level signals, initialization sequences and long patterns.
The distortion capabilities of the pattern allow simulation of worst-case
situations and provide a new class of tests. The pattern generator supports each
development phase for sine waves up to 240 MHz, pulses up to 120 MHz, 14-bit and
2 GSa/s arbitrary waveforms, and PRBS up to 231.

Additional information about Agilent`s 81150A pattern generator is available at
www.agilent.com/find/81150. High-resolution images are available at
www.agilent.com/find/81150_images.

A video about the 81150A is available at www.agilent.com/find/81150_video.

U.S. Pricing and Availability

The Agilent 81150A pattern generator is available now. Pricing starts at $3,990.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) is the world`s premier measurement company
and a technology leader in communications, electronics, life sciences and
chemical analysis. The company`s 19,000 employees serve customers in more than
110 countries. Agilent had net revenues of $5.8 billion in fiscal 2008.
Information about Agilent is available on the Web at www.agilent.com.

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