R. A. Wood Associates Software - Painless Extraction Noise Figure

• Retrieves noise figure and gain data via GPIB from Noise Figure Meters (HP 8970A, HP 8970B are currently supported)
• Input Start, Stop, and Step frequencies to extract data across a specific band
• A noise source ENR input table allows for ENR data to be sent to the meter.
• View customizable noise figure vs frequency and gain vs frequency plots.
• Detailed statistical analysis of each parameter
• Script files may be created, loaded, and saved to identify pass/fail points in the selected data
• A Test Results file may be saved to summarize the outcome of the pass/fail script file test
• Remove the hassle out of noise figure measurements!

Painless Extraction Noise Figure allows for the extraction and analysis of noise figure and gain data from Noise Figure Meters. Data analysis is performed on both parameters to provide a wide array of statistical information. After data retrieval, the data may be saved to a file for future use. Large graphs and numeric tables make it easy to view and analyze the data. The current program works for the HP 8970A and HP 8970B models. Let us know if you would like to see additional models added.

Use Painless Extraction Noise Figure to take the hassle out of noise figure measurements!

Data is electronically retrieved from the following Noise Figure Meters:

• Hewlett-Packard 8970A and 8970B
• Contact us for information on adding drivers for additional meters

Extracts data across a specific frequency band

• Input Start, Stop, and Step frequencies
• Frequency list is automatically generated and number of points displayed

A noise source ENR input table allows for ENR data to be sent to the meter

• Save or load an ENR table file

Ability to save and load data files

• Data files are saved in tab delineated text format
• Load data files back into program for further analysis

Large graphs and numeric displays of the data may be manipulated to display the desired data over a specified frequency range

• A "Zoom to Cursors" button zooms the graph to the cursors
• A "Zoom Out" button expands the plot to the full frequency range
• Statistics are updated for data in the region between the cursors

Statistical analysis of the extracted data vs. the frequency includes the following calculations:

• Average
• Minimum
• Maximum
• P-P Flatness
• RMS
• Standard Deviation
• Slope of Best Fit Line (BFL)
• Minimum Deviation from BFL
• Maximum Deviation from BFL
• P-P Variation from BFL

Script files may be created, loaded, and saved to identify pass/fail points in the selected data - Great for production testing!

A Test Results file may be saved to summarize the outcome of the pass/fail script file test

User friendly Help Menus

• 
  Painless Extraction NF Setup Panel
• 
  Painless Extraction NF Quick Plots/Numeric Data
• 
  Painless Extraction NF Graphical Analysis
• 
  Painless Extraction NF Statistical Anlysis

Download Painless Extraction Noise Figure now for a free trial version. This trial version has all features available to the user except for the following limitations:

• The capability to save data to files is disabled
• The analysis frequency range is limited to 225 - 250 MHz

The full version is available for purchase for $159.99 (US Dollars). Buy now to unlock all program features.

Software Download Page
Purchase Painless Extraction Noise Figure

System Requirements

• GPIB/HPIB Card
  • Supported Noise Figure Meter and Computer require GPIB interfaces
  • Please Note: Software has been tested with NI GPIB-USB-B and Agilent 82357B.
• Windows 98, 2000, XP